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Varnau to AG: ‘Sheriff is illegal’ Letters have been sent to Ohio Governor John Kasich and Ohio Attorney General Mike Dewine claiming that Brown County Sheriff Swayne Wenninger is unqualified to hold his office. On March 21, Joe Podolsky of Felicity faxed two documents to the office of Kasich and one to the office of Ohio Lt. Governor Mary Taylor. The first page of one document faxed to Kasich reads “Now you know what is

going on in your state. Show me you can do something with/about the information because you now have the knowledge the same as everyone else. Just how good are you?, Sincerely Joe Podolsky.” The other pages of the document were a four page letter written to Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine on March 21 by Dennis Varnau. Varnau told DeWine “I want to personally make sure you are completely aware of an ongoing pattern of corrupt activities (enterprise) that is

well into its ninth year of operation unabated. I am a victim of this enterprise who has lost four years of salary vestment in the PERS retirement system and other benefits approximately worth at least around $500,000.00. The taxpayers of our county are also victims of this criminal enterprise who have unawares lost a much greater amount of money, public service, and safety.” Varnau continued, “The corrupt activities enterprise was created on or about October 9th, 2003, when Republican visiting Judge

Robert Ringland sealed (contrary to State law) the criminal record of Sheriff Dwayne ‘Wenninger. Wenninger was accused of knowingly falsifying his candidate election documentation for the year 2000 election. The jury found Wenninger “not guilty” of knowingly falsifying the documentation”. Varnau goes on to say the verdict did not change the fact that Wenninger was unqualified, and then goes on to allege that a juror in the Wenninger case recently got special treatment from the justice system.

“Leroy Louderback, a friend of Mr. Wenninger, was one of the jurors who found Mr. Wenninger “not guilty.” That vote to acquit turned out to be a valuable “get out of jail free” card for Mr. Louderback. On December 16, 2012, Leroy shot his son to death, because his son John Louderback, supposedly had verbally threatened to kill Leroy. Contrary" to forensic evidence and other information, Leroy was "no billed” by a Grand Jury for voluntary manslaughter on February 28, 2013. One way or another Leroy would have

walked away from any charges, either at grand jury or from court, because Leroy was one of many in court who heard Judge Ringland tell Mr. Wenninger that he was not the sheriff during his criminal trial.” Varnau then recounts the history and his arguments of his civil case against Wenninger. The case went all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, which refused to hear the case, upholding the judgement against Varnau by the Ohio Supreme Court. Varnau then references CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

SHCTC hosts meeting on handling school emergencies BY Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press The Ohio Department of Education recently notified all school districts that they could apply for an additional waiver day (a nonstudent day) for the expressed purpose of school safety. And according to Kevin Kratzer, superintendent of Southern Hills Career and Technical Center in Georgetown, his school jumped on the opportunity. “The waiver day for school safety training had

to include a local law enforcement agency,” Kratzer said. “So the first thing I did was contact Brown County Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger and he agreed that this was a worthwhile activity. I then contacted the Georgetown Police Department, fire department, EMA and the Georgetown branch of the Ohio Highway Patrol. I called Beth Nevel from Brown County Emergency Management Agency, Talbert House Counseling and Randy Carson, Southern Hills Criminal Justice instructor, and

chiefs of police for Fayetteville, Mt. Orab and Ripley.” Kratzer said that representatives from all the agencies met to prepare for the April 2 in-service on two occasions. Don Rabold, with Brown County Educational Service Center then organized the event into different sessions for different topics. Rabold, who retired from law enforcement in 2004 has been with the ESC since that time. He served with the Ohio SherCONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Army Spc. Bradley Jones said his good-bye’s to his boss, Mt. Orab Fire Chief Lisa Reeves, after being told he is being deployed to Afghanistan. Reeves said he will be missed by the whole department.

BCSO, Aberdeen PD spar over prisoner BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The Village of Aberdeen Police Department and the Brown County Sheriff’s Office are in a dispute over a man charged with molesting a child. The Aberdeen Police Department sent out a lengthy press release on March 31 regarding the arrest of Sergio Barrera Sanchez. Sanchez was accused of inappropriately touching the genitals of a seven year old girl. Based on the complaint, Sanchez was taken into custody and questioned by Aberdeen Officers Joe Ford and Matt Disney. The press release states that the officers conveyed to Sanchez his Miranda rights, even though he is not fluent in the English language. Sanchez’s accuser was also present and provided translation services. According to the press release, Sanchez confessed to inappropriately touching of the girl on three occasions. The press release then

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states “Based on the information received from (the accuser) and the suspect’s admissions, he was arrested and placed in the Brown County Jail on 3 counts of Gross Sexual Imposition.” The press release also states that Sanchez admitted to being in the country illegally and that Immigration and Customs Enforcement was contacted and issued a federal hold on him. Brown County Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy John Schadle disagrees with the press release from APD, saying that no charges from

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Mt. Orab soldier bids farewell as he leaves for Afghanistan BY Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press

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Aberdeen were ever filed against Sanchez. “They brought this guy up here just after midnight on CONTINUED ON PAGE 10

Following in his father’s footsteps, Spc. Bradley Jones of Mt. Orab, is serving his country as a member of the United States Army. Jones left Thursday, April 4 for Afghanistan. He is the son of Christopher and Melissa Jones. Bradley is a 2011 graduate of Western Brown High School where he served two years in the

JROTC (Junior Reserve officer Training Corp) program. He is currently a firefighter for the Mt. Orab Fire Department where he has been since his junior year of high school. “I’ve been in the army for about two and a half years now,” Jones said. “I signed on for a six-year term. My dad was in the army and I knew it was the army I wanted to be a part of. An army recruiter came to the school

one day but I didn’t get to talk to him. But when I went home that night I knew I wanted to. So I told my parents that I wanted to talk to the recruiter, and my dad went with me to talk to him. My mom wasn’t all that excited about my plan.” Jones said that after talking to the recruiter, two weeks later, he went to Columbus to enlist. He served his basic training and job training as a milCONTINUED ON PAGE 10

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Anger management, probation for Renchen BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press Former Aberdeen Mayor Garland Renchen was sentenced to one year of probation and an anger management course after being found guilty of Domestic Violence last month. Renchen was also sentenced to sixty days in jail, which was suspended. He will also have to pay a $100.00 fine and $352.00 in court-ordered restitution for medical bills. Brown County Municipal Judge Joe Worley made the ruling on March 12 after a one day bench trial on March 7. The charge against Renchen was filed in November of 2011 after an incident that occurred on

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October 30, 2011. Renchen was accused of assaulting his 13-year old grandson in Aberdeen, by beating him with a broomstick about the head and body, as well as grabbed him by the ears, causing scratches behind his ears and on his face and a bruise on his head.

According to court records, the dispute began when the victim remained in the bathroom of the home longer than Renchen wanted. The boy testified during the bench trial, along with four other family members and Detective Jacob Goodwin of the Aberdeen Police Department. In a judgement entry for the case, Worley writes that he found the testimony of the victim to be credible. Worley also wrote “The Defendant (Renchen) took a screwdriver and unlocked the door from the outside to remove (the victim) from the bathroom. Further, the Court finds the Defendant disciplined (the victim) with a broom handle hitting him several times in the head and

leg. Further, the Court finds that the Defendant grabbed and twisted the victim’s ears to discipline the child.” Worley also wrote that medical records supported the claims of the victim, noting multiple scrapes and bruises. The background of the incident was recorded from court records in the case. In a statement made in November of 2011, Goodwin wrote that he was contacted by an emergency room nurse in Morehead Kentucky where the child was taken for medical treatment following the alleged assault. Aberdeen Police then called the Brown County Children Services which had already been notified by Kentucky State Police.

Pictures were taken of the boy’s injuries and the police report said they were consistent with the description of the said assault. The boy also gave a distinct description of the broom used in the assault. It was also recorded that when the boy finally reached his father, Darrin K. Renchen, Garland Renchen made multiple statements to the boy telling him not to tell his father what had happened. Renchen was also accused of telling other family members not to cooperate with investigators. As a result, Renchen was also charged with obstructing justice. Worley dismissed that charge in his ruling, following a motion from defense council.

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Mt. Orab officer hurt in car crash

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A Mt. Orab Police Officer and another driver were injured in a head-on crash on March 29. Patrolman Ryan Gregory was heading to a domestic violence report with his lights and sirens operating. Gregory’s statement indicates that Denise Herren of Mt. Orab turned in front of him on West Main Street near the Dollar General store. “I struck the front of the vehicle with the front of my patrol car causing (my patrol car) to then travel off the roadway into the ditch and striking a concrete sewer access”, Gregory writes. Gregory then states he called the Mt. Orab Fire Department for help for himself and Herren. Both were transported to Mt. Orab Mercy. Mount

Orab Police Chief Bryan Mount said that Gregory had an injured ankle in the crash. The extent of Herren’s injuries are not known, but Gregory’s report indicates that she was out of her vehicle after the crash. The Ohio Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. No citations had been issued at press time.

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The Mt. Orab police vehicle Gregory was driving was seriously damaged in the March 29 crash.

Man arrested trying to meet girl BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

A Moberly, Missouri man was arrested by Georgetown Police after driving 540 miles to meet a 17 year old Georgetown girl. 31 year old Leonard Branam has been charged with Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor, a first degree misdemeanor. Police Georgetown Chief Buddy Coburn said that Branam had been communicating with the girl over the internet and by text message for some time. He was arrested when he arrived in Georgetown and attempted to contact the girl. Coburn said more charges against Branam could be forthcoming. “BCI (Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation) is examining this guy’s telephone and computer. If they find something illegal on them, he’ll be looking at additional charges.” Coburn issued a press release regarding the background of the investigation on April 1. Coburn wrote that he

took a report in the situation between the girl and Branam and was told that the two planned to meet and go to a hotel. He wrote “Lt. Rob Freeland and Ptl. Matt Staggs were able to determine the password into the girl’s computer, which allowed the department to monitor the messages between the two.” Coburn continued, stating that the officers were able to determine when Branam planned to arrive in Georgetown. “At approximately 9:30 p.m., the suspects vehicle was spotted and pulled into the UDF store. We continued to monitor their messages and followed the suspect to a lot next to the girl’s house. When the suspect asked the girl which bedroom window was hers so he could come to it, the officers moved in and arrested him.” Branam appeared before Juvenile and Probate Judge Margaret Clark on April 1. He pleaded no contest to the charge. Clark found him guilty and set a sentencing date of May 14.

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He was released on bond. Coburn thanked Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little and Brown County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy John Schadle for their assistance. He also encouraged parents to monitor the computer and cell phone use of their children.

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Once again, the Food Court in Mt. Orab has stepped up to the plate and helped another local agency, by holding a fundraiser. During the month of March, the employees of Food Court sold paper ‘paw prints’ for $1 which were then displayed on the walls. Between the three restaurants, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, Subway

and The Great Steak and Potato Company managed to raise $1,250 which was donated to the Brown County Humane Society Animal Shelter in Georgetown. “We hold several fundraisers every year,” said Garret Wallace, general manager of Food Court, “We raise money for the Relay for Life, the Heart Association and the Alzheimer's. Now we’ve added the animal shelter and we were so excited to

raise as much as we did, it was more than we anticipated.” Wallace said he posted pictures of some of the dogs at the shelter on the walls at Food Court. He said he thinks it helped encourage customers to make donations. He added that at least one of the dogs featured on the walls was adopted out to a local family after they saw the dog’s photo. The Brown County Animal Shelter is a self-suffi-

Health Fair 2013 at SWRMC Saturday, April 13 Thousands of people across the nation are surviving today because their disease was caught in its early stages. Survival of a potentially fatal disease is often due to catching it early, before symptoms of the disease even appear. On Saturday, April 13, at Southwest Regional Medical Center in Georgetown, residents will have the opportunity to take advantage of a long list of health screenings that could literally save their lives. For only $25, between 8

a.m. and 11 a.m. on Saturday, residents can have a blood screening process that combines 18 screenings, all from one blood sample. (Fasting is necessary for accurate readings, call the hospital for details (937) 378-7830. Many of the screenings at the health fair are free, including: • Eye exams • Blood pressure • Blood Sugar • Bone density • Chiropractic • Hearing

• Oxygen saturation levels • PSA (blood screening for prostate cancer) • Massage therapy • Community and health agency representatives. For more information about the Health Fair please call (937) 378-7830.

cient shelter and is funded entirely by dog and kennel license sales, adoptions, owner redemptions and five-ups, citations, microchipping and donations. “The shelter is now managed by the Brown County Humane Society,” explained Krista Kiskaden shelter operator. “Volunteers from the humane society work hard trying to raise money to keep the shelter in operation. This $1,250 donation from Food Court means so much to us and it will go a long way towards vet fees and food for our dogs.” Kiskaden, along with humane society volunteer Ray Staubach accepted the donation on behalf of the shelter. The check was presented by Abbie Peskin, Lee’s Famous Recipe employee, who raised over $250 herself, earning her the top sales person for the fundraiser. “It was a lot of fun for us all,” Peskin said, “There are so many dog lovers out there who just want to help

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Comment period open for proposed Brown-505 project As part of the Ohio Department of Transportation – District 9’s Planning & Engineering Department, the district’s Environmental Office is seeking public input on the following proposed project. Brown County – BRO505-0.18 (PID: 89399) – The proposed project is a slip repair on state Route 505 in Lewis Township in which a 595-foot drilled shaft wall will be constructed along the route’s east side. Four trees will be removed as part of this project; however, no streams or rivers will be impacted by the project, and no new right of way will be acquired. Additional information regarding the project, including a complete descrip-

tion, maps and plans sheets, is available online at http://www.dot.state.oh.us/di stricts/D09/Pages/Public-Involvement-Process.aspx. Issues the public may wish to comment on include the effect on local residents, air quality, the local economy, and historic or cultural resources. Written comments should be submitted by April 11, 2013, or the deadline date that is posted on the web site, to: Greg Manson, ODOT District 9 Environmental Supervisor P.O. Box 467; 650 Eastern Avenue, Chillicothe, Ohio 456701 E-Mail: greg.manson@dot.state.oh.u s

the shelter, and this was a way they could do it. The Brown County Animal shelter is located at 100 Veterans Blvd in Georgetown, next to the Ohio Veterans Home. For more information on the shelter or to find out how to make a donation call (937) 378-

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He was a man’s man, as the saying goes. A family man for sure. He would regularly brag on his family. They were the height of his day. His thoughts were constantly drifting back to them. One day he loudly exclaimed to all within listening range, ‘I am so blessed to be a part of this family! Thank-you, Lord!’ Time ‘moves on’ as we all know. Things change over time as well. Our feelings change too. Some changes are for the better and some for the worse. He no longer thought of his family quite so much anymore. Other interests took up his thinking now. Oh, he said he still loved his family, but he stopped showing it as much. Time together with family was not much fun to him anymore. Participating in the family’s activities did not seem important to him now. Indifference just quietly moved into his life. The family is fine. They still do as they have always have done and still love the man dearly. They still function as a family, though without him now. They have not changed or moved away from him over time. They still remember the ‘vow.’ The vow to be committed unto death, to not separate from family and to be uplifting in the family. They

stood firm against the winds of time. Their love will remain. You ask, but why? What happened? Why did he change? What made him change? No one knows for sure. He has his reasons why. The family has their understanding. The fact is, he is gone. He left a long time ago mentally. Change does not happen overnight, you know. Could his leaving have been stopped? Could he come back? Yes, to both questions. Only he could stop his leaving and his family would gladly welcome him back. They still love him. This story is repeated so many times in the American family today. Sad. This story is repeated so many times in the church family today. Very sad. Maybe you used to sing, “I’m so glad I’m a part of the family of God.”? You no longer sing it now? Why not come back home to the family of God, it is never too late. Your family misses you. More importantly, God the Father misses you dearly. “All the churches of Christ send greetings.” Romans 16:16

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OSHP reminds drivers to keep their eyes on the road

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Taking A Trip Through Time Mary Kathryn Bachman, Sardinia, decided in honor of Opening Week of baseball to share with our readers this wonderful photo of the 1895 Sardinia Baseball Team. Pictured, front row, seated, l-r, Florence Weisbrodt - left field, Walter Masters - short stop, A. Sumner Godfrey - pitcher, John Tedrick - catcher. Back row, standing, l-r, George Wallace - manager, Charles Willet - right field, M. Elmer Kincaid - 1st base, Bert Pulliam - 3rd base, Phillip Sonner - 2nd base, Elmer Calvin - center field, and H.L. Kratzer, owner of the playing field. Mary Kathryn Bachman is the daughter of the late Florence Weisbrodt, left fielder. If you know any more information about this photo please call Mrs. Mary Kathryn Bachman at (937) 446-3392. ‘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.

“Distracted driving is unsafe, irresponsible and in a split second, its consequences can be devastating.” Distracted driving is any non-driving activity a person engages in that has potential to distract him or her from the primary task of driving and increase the risk of crashing. Distractions can be Visual – taking eyes off of the road; Manual – taking hands off the wheel; or Cognitive – taking the mind off driving. Texting while driving is an example that results in all three types of distraction

Reducing drug costs for consumers, saving money for the government Right now, everyone in Washington is focused on fiscal issues – getting our financial house in order. This is something families in Ohio have been dealing with for some time. We know how to do this. We can improve health outcomes and simultaneously save money for our consumers and for the federal government. A couple of years ago, Deborah, a constituent from Columbus, lost her health insurance. In a letter to me she explained, “I have asthma. My Advair costs $240 per month from an American pharmacy (without insurance) compared to $56 from Canada. This is madness.” Frankly, Deborah is right. It is madness to deny Americans the right to affordably secure the medications they need to lead healthier lives. But all too often, many Ohioans, like Deborah, know the toll high prescription costs can take on families. Whether it’s a senior who falls into the so-called ‘donut hole’ coverage gap- a gap when private Medicare Part

SHERROD BROWN D insurance no longer covers prescription drugs, or a retiree whose name brand medication is twice the cost of the generic version, we need to ensure that Ohioans have accessible and affordable medication. Fortunately, thanks to the health law, Ohio families are already saving money on prescription drug costs. Reforms from the health law saved nearly 180,000 Ohio seniors a combined $138.5 million on their prescription drug costs in 2012 alone. That means the average Ohio beneficiary saved $774 in 2012. Since 2010, Ohio seniors have saved more than $278 million. When seniors are able to afford their medications, they are more likely to adhere to doctor’s orders. That keeps

them healthier and keeps costs down for themselves and Medicare. Prior to the law, far too many seniors were skipping doses or cutting pills in half because rent, heat, and drug costs add up quickly on a retiree’s income. But while the new health law has made strides, there’s more we can do to reduce prescription drug costs and help American citizens — and the government —save money. First, we need to let the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) negotiate discounts on prescription drugs for Medicare- just like the VA can do for veterans. If HHS had negotiating power, then we could save taxpayers an estimated $240 billion over the next 10 years. Those funds would replace about two and a half years of sequestration’s painful cuts. Allowing HHS to have parity with the VA could help us avert painful- and unsustainable- cuts to education, medical research, and Medicaid. Next, we need to allow for the safe re-importation of

prescription drugs. Now is the time to have an adult conversation in Washington about the cost and health benefits of drug re-importation, of importing Americanmade medicines from other countries. We must recognize that affordability and accessibility can mean the difference between patients taking a medication for the prescribed length of time and splitting pills in half to make them last longer. Finally, we need to reduce the amount of time that brand name drug makers can sell biologic drugs without competition from generic drug makers. Biologics — the vital drugs that treat Multiple Sclerosis, arthritis, breast cancer, and other illnesses— are essential to countless Ohioans. Last week, I talked to a mother from Ravenna whose nine year-old son has hemophilia and requires biologic drugs. Thanks to the new health law, her son can maintain his coverage. Unfortunately, however, the coinsurance still places an incredible burden on her

Prosecutors avoid pretrial publicity to help ensure fair trials Q: The news media heavily covered a local crime, but the prosecutor wouldn’t comment. Why not? A: When a major crime goes to trial in Ohio, the county prosecutor will lead the effort to prosecute. Prosecutors are elected Ohio officials, charged with the distinct and challenging duty to seek justice while keeping the public informed. When a local prosecutor declines to comment on a criminal case, it is more than a personal decision to keep the information to a minimum; it is also a rule of professional conduct in

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Ohio. All Ohio lawyers must abide by the Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct. Violations may lead to sanctions, including disbarment. The rules limit what lawyers can and cannot say leading up to a trial in order to safeguard the accused’s right to a fair trial. Potential jurors could be tainted by a public statement

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of counsel, and the rules are designed to prevent jurors from learning any information that may impair their ability to be fair and impartial. Q: Isn’t the prosecutor’s main duty to convict criminals? A: No. The prosecutor’s main duty is to seek justice. Unlike a defense attorney, who represents a specific client, the prosecutor must make decisions affecting the public interest as a whole. This means that the prosecutor has the duty to prosecute those who the prosecutor believes are guilty of committing crimes while also ensuring that the proceedings are fair and that justice is served. Sometimes this means the prosecutor will drop or reduce the charges if the prosecutor believes the suspect is innocent or there is insufficient evidence of guilt. Q: What kinds of information can the prosecutor give to news reporters before a trial? A: Before and during a trial, a prosecutor can give media information that is in the public record—information that citizens could obtain for themselves. According to the Ohio Rules of Professional Conduct, other information the prosecutor may provide to media includes: • the identity, address and occupation of the suspect; • information that could be helpful in finding a suspect who has not been located or has escaped from authorities;

• warnings to the public if the suspect is loose and is believed to be a serious threat to the safety of others; • a plea to the public for any information that may assist in the conviction of a defendant. Q: What are prosecutors prohibited from telling the press before a trial? A: Prosecutors should not: • comment on the character, credibility, reputation or prior criminal record of a suspect or witness before the trial; • comment on any potential guilty plea before it occurs; • disclose the results of any tests or examinations given to the suspect or conducted on the evidence to be presented, or the refusal or failure of a person to submit to a test or examination; • relate any confessions or other statements by the suspect to police; comment on the guilt or innocence of a suspect; • Discuss evidence that they know will not be admissible in court. Articles appearing in this column are intended to provide broad, general information about the law. For information about a variety of legal topics, visit the OSBA website at www.ohiobar.org. Before applying this information to a specific legal problem, readers are urged to seek advice from an attorney.

family. Ensuring faster access to low-cost generic biologics isn’t just the right thing to do for patients; it’s also the right choice for our economy. If we were to move from a 12year monopoly period to a seven year exclusivity period for brand name biologics, then we could see some $3.5 billion in Medicare and Med-

icaid savings over a decade. The steps are simple. If we give HHS negotiating power, allow the safe re-importation of drugs, and reduce the monopoly period brand name biologic drug makers enjoy, we can save an estimated nearly $262 billion over ten years. And even more importantly, we can help save lives.

What Do You Think? Do you think corporal punishment (paddling) should be brought back into the school systems?

Speaking as a former teacher, yes I do think paddling should be brought back. Bev Covington, Sardinia

Yes, definitely, because kids today have way too much leeway and no consequences for their actions. Mona VanVooren, Winchester

No, I think that kind of discipline should be left up to the parents. Kerri Ballard, Georgetown

Yes, I do, I don't think children get enough discipline. Angel Beyer, Georgetown

Yes, paddling should be brought back, maybe then we wouldn't be seeing so many troubled children. Kelly Spurgeon, Georgetown

I do think it should be brought back, I think kids act better when they know there's a consequence for the things they do. Yulanda Fay, Fayetteville

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The Georgetown Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to keep their eyes and focus on the roadway while driving. According to the National Highway Safety Administration last year in the United States, 3,331 people were killed and 387,000 people were injured in crashes involving a distracted driver. Sending or receiving a text message takes a driver’s eyes off the road for an average of 4.6 seconds, the equivalent, at 55 mph, of driving the length of an entire football field. “Every time someone takes their eyes or their focus off the road - even for just a few seconds they put their lives and the lives of others in danger,” said Lt. McElfresh, Commander of the Georgetown Post.

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Wenstrup visits commissioners Second District Congressman Brad Wenstrup met with the Brown County Commissioners on April 3. He told them that the biggest topic of conversation in Washington, D.C. was the federal budget. “Everywhere I go, people tell me all they want is some certainty(about the budget). They say ‘just tell me what it’s going to be like for the next two years, not the next three months.” Wenstrup said that Republicans were trying to answer that concern with the Paul Ryan budget plan. “The plan with this budget is to try to carve out a ten year plan.” The goal of the Ryan plan is to balance the federal budget in ten years. He added that he saw signs of hope on capitol hill, including hearing from some Democrats with similar concerns. “There were about ten or twelve freshman Democrats who came to a group of Republicans and said “We may disagree on social issues or what have you, but we have got to change our country’s financial plan.” Wenstrup said another hot topic is the Affordable Care Act, known to many as “Obamacare”. “Nobody really knows what’s going to happen over the next couple of years because we don’t even know what all the rules will be yet.”, Wenstrup said. “I believe a lot of the im-

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2nd District Congressman Dr. Brad Wenstrup visited Brown County on April 3. From left are Brown County Commissioner Tony Applegate, Wenstrup, Brown County Commissioner Barry Woodruff and Brown County Commissioner Daryll Gray.

plementation will be delayed because the government is just not ready.” Wenstrup pointed to his own experience as a medical doctor and said that the problem in America isn’t insurance coverage as much as it is access to care. “Having insurance doesn’t get you care. If you don’t have access, you don’t really have health care.” Wenstrup was referring to patients who sometimes have to count waiting time in months to see a doctor. The Congressman also introduced Jeff Groenke to

the commissioners. Groenke is the Director of Economic Development for Wenstrup. “Our office will be a conduit for growth.”, Wenstrup said. “We want to find grants when we can, connect people together. We’re looking at every avenue we can to bring new business to southern Ohio.” He added that local educators will play a big role in fighting unemployment in the district. “We want to work with the community colleges to get their curriculums to

match the needs of local employers who need well trained workers.”, Wenstrup said. Wenstrup also visited with local Republicans at the party headquarters in Georgetown. Brown County Republican Party Chair Mariah Votel said she and the local party appreciated Wenstrup’s visit. “We were very pleased that the Congressman took time out to talk with us. It’s always good for our representatives in Washington to touch base with the people back home.”

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BY Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press After months of studying the possibility of installing solar power at FayettevillePerry Local Schools, the board of education will meet with another solar energy representative to discuss the plan. The Fayetteville-Perry Board of Education met in regular session March 21 and discussed district explorations of using solar power in the near future. “We’ve basically only met with the company Solar Planet,” explained board member Angela Murphy, “and we think it would be good for us to talk with other companies out there offering solar energy. “Western Brown has been working with another company called Kastle Electric Company regarding solar panel grounding, so we’ve invited them to our next board meeting. Their company has it’s own funding and that is appealing to us.” Murphy added that one issue the district has to take in to consideration is the placement of the solar panels on school property. She said that a recent regional meeting for school board members, many Ohio schools are considering switching to solar energy. Superintendent Raegan White told the board that he was watching House Bill 59 very closely and asked the board to approve a proclamation opposing a specific portion of the bill. He explained that if the bill passes the way it stands, if a parent chooses to send their child to a charter school, state funding for that student will follow the student, and not stay in the district. He added that if there is any excess funding, it goes to the parent and not to the district. The board agreed to the resolution. White also discussed the model policy on the OTES (Ohio Teachers Evaluation System) and the OPES (Ohio Principals Evaluation System). The state gave it’s example of the evaluation systems and is now asking for board opin-

ions and approval. He also spoke briefly about Richard Ross being named Ohio’s new State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Ross is a retired superintendent of Reynoldsburg school and has been instrumental in passing the new A-F report cards for school districts, a new proposal for a school funding system, school vouchers and the third grade reading guarantee program. Tim Brockman, a resident of the school district, asked the board to consider revisiting a previous request to add cheerleading as a fall extra-curricular event. The board also approved an emergency facility agreement with the American Red Cross allowing the agency to use the buildings in the event of an emergency. Following an executive session the board took the following actions: • accepted the resignation (due to retirement) of Dennis Cornelius, high school chemistry/physics teacher; • approved Mary Binder, Lisa Ann Hamilton and Leah Smith as substitute cafeteria workers; • approved Tara Griffith as substitute bus driver; • approved the spring sports volunteers Steve Burroughs, Riley Bell, Craig Smucker, Randy Carson, Tom Ryan, Tim Boothby and Russ Ward; • approved three year administrative contract for Tim Carlier, assistant principal/athletic director; • approved four year administrative contract for Bill Siegler, district technology coordinator; • approved two year administrative contract for Jo Anna Carraher, district treasurer; • finalized evaluations of the district superintendent and treasurer; • approved the posting of the district special education coordinator’s position; • approved the list of high school graduation requirements for the classes of 2-14 and beyond; • approved a request by Chatfield College to bor-

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row 300 folding chairs for it May 11, 2013 commencement. Superintendent White informed the board that he was looking into options for the district use of online learning programs and the 2013-2014 calendar was also approved.

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Secretary of State Jon Husted announced that Ohioans participating in the May 7, 2013 Primary/Special Election may vote absentee starting last week. Election Ballot Issues On May 7th voters in 74 counties will decide several local races and 354 local issues, including 141 school issues and a number of local tax levies, bond issues and charter amendments. No

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races are set for Brown County. A complete list of local issues appearing on the ballot is available at MyOhioVote.com. In-Person Absentee Voting In-person absentee voting began April 2, 2013, or 35 days before the election. For specific information including times and locations, contact your board of elections. Absentee Voting by Mail Boards of elections will also mail out absentee ballots, beginning today, to voters who have already requested them. All other voters have until Saturday, May 4 at noon to request an absentee ballot by mail and they may do so by contacting their county board of elections for more information,

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or by downloading an absentee ballot request form at MyOhioVote.com. To cast an absentee ballot by mail, voters must complete, sign and seal their voted ballots, taking care to provide the required information, including proper identification. Voted ballots must be postmarked the day before Election Day and received no later than 10 days after the election (May 17, 2013). Absentee ballots may also be delivered in person to boards of elections no later than the close of the polls on Election Day. They may not be returned at polling locations. Check Your Registration Not sure where to vote or if your voting address is up to date? Voters can now easily check their voter registration information, including voting address and polling location, online at MyOhioVote.com. The new online service, which previously had to be done using two separate online tools, is part of an ongoing effort by Secretary to enhance the service available at MyOhioVote.com. The system is populated with information from county boards of elections. It is important to note that boards may make a last minute change to a person’s polling place that would not be reflected online, but voters would be notified by mail. Questions about information contained in the online system should be directed to the county boards of elections. Register to Vote/Update Your Address The deadline to register to vote in the May 7, 2013 Primary/Special Election is this

Monday April 8, 2013 (30 days prior to the election). Voter registration forms are available at MyOhioVote.com or from local boards of elections and other designated agencies, such as libraries and BMVs. Should voters have moved since the last election, they should also act now to update their voting address online at MyOhioVote.com. This should also be done by April 8 to ensure they can vote with ease on Election Day. Election Day Voting Polls are open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Voters choosing to head to the polls must remember to bring the proper form of ID

and know their polling place and precinct. Voters can check their polling place and precinct and get other important voting information by visiting MyOhioVote.com. Get Elections Updates and Ohio’s Virtual Voting Sticker Ohio voters are encouraged to link with “OhioSOSHusted” on Facebook and Twitter to get elections information and updates throughout the year. Here they can also get a virtual voting sticker badge to let their friends and followers know they’ve participated in the election, whether they chose to cast their ballots by mail or in person. Facebook users simply need to “like”

Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted’s official Facebook page to “wear” a virtual sticker on their wall. Twitter users may share their voting badge by visiting the Secretary of State’s website. Vote in Honor of a Veteran With Vote in Honor of a Veteran, voters may demonstrate the pride they feel for a veteran by dedicating their vote to them. By participating in this program Ohioans help raise awareness about the importance of voting and highlight the powerful bond between our veterans and democracy. For more information on how to participate in this program visit OhioMilitaryVotes.com,

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U.S. Grant Celebration set for April 26 - 28 The U.S. Grant Roast will be a new feature for this year’s 17th Annual U.S. Grant Celebration on April 26 – 28. The Roast will take place on Friday evening, April 26 at 7:30 pm at the Georgetown United Methodist Church in Historic Georgetown. Patterned after the Celebrity Hollywood Roasts, the event will feature many unusual, unknown and humorous events of Grant’s life. Participating in the Roast will be members of Grant’s Staff, Ned Lodwick, Pat Hornschemeier, Stan Purdy, Russell Dixon, Newsman Stan Purdy, Georgetown res-

idents, Aunt Betsy King ( Margaret Clark) and John D. White, (Bob Boyd), General William T. Sherman, (Rob Curtis), General & Mrs. Grant, (Mike Miller and Jennifer Moran) and a special appearance by Fritz Klein as President Abraham Lincoln. Admission is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for students, 12 and under free. Other weekend events occur on Saturday, April 27: • History Walk – Ned Lodwick conducts a tour around Historic Georgetown ending at the new Grant Statue on Courthouse Square. • Vicksburg – Lincoln, Grant and Sherman discuss

the Battle of Vicksburg. • Chalk Drawing Contest – Youngsters will try their art skills for prizes by drawing on the sidewalk, sponsored by the Brown County Library, Georgetown Branch. • Firing Drill & Calvary Demonstration – Civil War re-enactors demonstrate use of weapons and Cavalry routines. • General and Mrs. Grant discuss their life. • Thomas Hamer - Lynn Gardner presents the life history of Thomas Hamer, U.S. Congressman. • Civil War Debate – Stan Purdy and Ernie Parnell representing the North and South respectively debate the historic causes of the Civil War. • Children’s Drill – Children actually get to play soldier. • Ladies Tea – Ned Lodwick will discuss regimental pets. • Grand Ball – The ever popular Grand Ball at Floral Hall with a carriage ride. Tickets are $15.00 adults, $5.00 students. Period costumes are required. Tickets available at Donohoo Pharmacy. • Sunday Church Service – Russell Dixon leads a Civil War era church service. Other events include Postal cancellation, Bonnets and Baskets, Pony rides, Period Music, Suffrage Rally and Civil War displays. For more information and program, call 937-378-3087, 937-378-4119 or 1-877372-8177.

Landfill adjusts customer hours

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Dinner to be held at F’ville Parish St. Angela Merici Parish in Fayetteville will be hosting a Lasagna/Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, April 6 from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Daly Hall behind St. Patrick’s Chapel. Adult dinners are $8.00, children dinners are $5.00. Dinner will include a nice fresh salad bar, garlic bread and sherbet for dessert. Proceeds will benefit the PSR program. All are welcome! We look forward to serving you a delicious dinner.

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To improve site efficiency, Rumpke is adjusting its customer hours. Beginning this month, the landfill will be open to customers, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the first Saturday of the month, 8 a.m. to Noon. In addition to its landfill, Rumpke offers weekly curbside trash collection. To sign-up for service, please contact Rumpke’s customer service department at (877) 786-7537 or visit www.rumpke.com. Please visit www.rumpke.com for more information.

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American Legion Carey Bavis Post 180 is having the Annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, April 13 from 8 to 11:30 a.m. It is open to the public and there are menus for children and adults. You are welcome to come out and enjoy the morning at

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The American Legion Carey Bavis Post 180 located at 1001 South Main Street Georgetown. Cost is $6.00 for ages 13 and up, $4.00 for 12 and under. For more information call (937) 378-6059.

Decatur Gospel Sing and Dinner to be held April 14 Byrd Township School Preservation Committee is teaming up with the Decatur ‘We Can Help Food Bank’ to sponsor this years Gospel Sing and Dinner on Sunday, April 14 at the Decatur Community Center on state Route 125. Music will begin at 1 p.m. Performers will include State Representative Doug Green and gospel groups: Whosoever, Two for the Lord, and Restoration. Suggested admission to the singing is a canned food donation to help support the Decatur Food Bank. Dinner will begin at noon and continue throughout the music program. The dinner menu will include roast pork and gravy meatloaf, green or beans,mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, coleslaw, dinner rolls, dessert and beverage.

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Foundation planning trip to Keeneland The Brown County Health & Wellness Foundation is sponsoring a trip to the Keeneland Race Track in Lexington, Kentucky, on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. For more information call the Foundation office at (937) 378-7712. A limited number of tickets will be sold, so if you are interested please call no later than April 17.

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Healing in the community with family at OVM Joe Huff, Jr., from Ripley, Ohio, recently completed his rehabilitation stay at OVM after having bilateral knee replacements. He returned home on February 23, 2013, and has since utilized the outpatient therapy at OVM in order to continue his progress. Huff used to walk a few miles every morning and is looking forward to being able to do this

again soon. Huff was fortunate enough to be treated by his granddaughter, Ashley Wash, who is a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant at OVM. “I really enjoyed the opportunity of being able to work with my grandpa,” said Wash. Ohio Valley Manor, Inc. is located North of Ripley, Ohio on U.S. Highway 62 and 68.

OBITUARIES

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Floyd L. Duff, 80 Floyd L. Duff, 80 of Winchester, Oh., died Sunday, March 31, 2013. He was a United States Korean War and Vietnam War Air Force veteran and retired after twenty-six years of service as a Senior Master Sargeant and retired from the United States Postal Service after eleven years of service at the Winchester Post Office. Floyd was born April 25, 1932 in Roane County, Tenn., the son of the late Lacey Miligan and Achsa Ressie Mae (Simpson) Duff. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers - John and Carl Duff and four sisters – Reba Cantwell, Della Day, Lois McAllister and Effie Duff. Mr. Duff is survived by his wife of forty-five years, Margot (Reed) Duff, whom he married March 28, 1968; five children – Ressie McLeish and husband David of Newport, Maine, Wanda Smith and husband Dan of Pittsfield, Maine, Floyd Duff, Jr. and wife Naomi of Pittsfield, Maine, Sheri Hulliberger and husband Greg of Beavercreek, Ohio and Mike Duff of Kettering, Ohio; twelve grandchildren – David, LaDawna, Darolyn, Jack Deeanna, Daniel, Ryan, Susan, Mickayla, Abbigayle, Ian and Evan; numerous great grandchildren and two sisters – Agnes Culp and Merle Duff both of Knoxville, Tenn. Services has been set for 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at the Georgetown Church of the Nazarene in Georgetown, where Herb Norris and Lee Shafer will officiate. Visitation has been set for 12 – 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Interment will be in the Linwood Cemetery in Russellville, with military services provided by the Carey Bavis American Legion Post #180 in Georgetown. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Georgetown Church of the Nazarene, 4884 State Route 125, Georgetown , Ohio 45121. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.

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John Thomas Quinlan, 78 John Thomas Quinlan, 78 of Georgetown, Oh., died Monday, April 1, 2013. He was a United States Navy Korean War Veteran and a retired salesman. He was also an avid sportsman and loved hunting and fishing. Mr. Quinlan was born April 12, 1934 in Georgetown, the son of the late Edgar and Elizabeth (Mabes) Quinlan. He was also preceded in death by two sisters – Elouise Litel and Pat Quinlan. Mr. Quinlan is survived by one daughter - Susan Zink and husband Mark of Newtown, Oh., three sons – Mark Gast and wife Deborah of Fulton, Mo., Shannon Gast and wife Tammy of Aberdeen, and John Quinlan of Covington, Ky., three grandchildren – Megan Gast of Aberdeen, Marilyn Staggs and husband Dustin of Dover, Ky., and Delaney Zink of Newtown, Oh., one brother – Jim Quinlan of Brooksville, In., and one sister, Mary Joe Davenport. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorial donations may be made to: The Ohio Veterans Home 2003 Veterans Blvd. Georgetown, Ohio 45121. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.

Vivian Levern Gross, 73 Vivian Levern Gross, 73, Amelia, Oh., died on Monday, April 1, 2013. She was the wife of the late Elmo Gross. She is survived by 6 children: Charlotte Schrichten, Rebecca Messer, Tina Noe, Lisa Turney, Stephanie Hentz and the late Kathy Wright, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, 3 brothers, Pete, Dan and Darrell, 1 sister, Charlotte, numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services have been set at the Charles H. McIntyre Funeral Home, 323 Union St, Felicity, Ohio, 45120, on Monday, April 8 , 2013 at 1 p.m. Visitation will also be on Monday, April 8, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., also at the funeral home. Burial will the Felicity Cemetery, Felicity, Oh. Memorials may be made to: Brown County Humane Society. The Charles H. McIntyre Funeral Home, Felicity, served the family.

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Henry M. Shelton, 73

William Russ Furnier, 87, of Bentonville, Oh., died Wednesday, March 27, 2013. He was born October 17, 1925 in Stout. He was preceded in death by parents, William Albert and Carrie Etta (Kennedy) Furnier. He is survived by wife, Beulah Lee (Boone) Furnier; two sons, Marion Lee Shelton of Georgetown and Danny (Elaine) Shelton of West Milton; two daughters, Sandra K. Ferguson of West Union and Janet Elaine Power of Cherry Fork; two sisters, Teanie Pollard and Willadean Humble, both of Buena Vista; four grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren. He retired from Dravo Industries of Pittsburgh, Pa., and was a barge mate for 43 years. He was a lifetime member of Adams County D.A.V. Post No. 71; a lifetime member of American Legion Matthews-Carter Post No. 325 in Manchester; and a lifetime member of V.F.W. Richard L. Dryden Post No. 8287 in Manchester. He was a US Army Veteran of World War II and received the Prisoner of War Medal for his time in Stalag 11B in Fallingbostel, Germany. Memorial donations may be made to V.F.W. Richard L. Dryden Post No. 8287, 211 Pearl Street, Manchester, OH 45144. Services were held Saturday, March 30, 2013, where Pastor Jarrod Grooms officiated. The interment is at Manchester Cemetery. The Adams County Honor Guard will perform a military service. The Lafferty Funeral Home, West Union, served the family.

Henry M. Shelton, 73 of Georgetown, Oh., died Tuesday, April 2, 2013. He was a meat cutter for Germann’s Grocery Store in Georgetown for 23 years and worked for the Brown County General Hospital for 18 years as a house attendant. Henry was born July 25, 1939 in Aberdeen, the son of the late Wesley Merrill and Minnie Katherine (Sparks) Shelton. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Scottie Bell (Musser) Shelton in 1984. Mr. Shelton is survived by two children – Brenda Shelton and Ralph Henry Shelton both of Georgetown, three grandchildren – Scottie Jo Vanfleet, Manda Dennis and Brianna Shelton; six great grandchildren – Dylan and William Smith, Tyler Vanfleet, Lydia and Karlie Vie and Mikie Dennis; one brother – Joe Shelton and wife Janie of Georgetown, one nephew – Joe Shelton of Georgetown, one niece – Vicki Carrington and husband Mike of Georgetown, and two step-nieces – Janelle Shields of Maysville, Ky., and Brandie Carter of Georgetown. Visitation has been set for 6 - 8 p.m. Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown. Funeral services has been set for 2 p.m. Sunday, April 7, 2013 at the funeral home where Clark Castle will officiate. Interment will be in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown. The Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown, served the family.

Keith Huntley, 87

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Keith Huntley, 87, Bethel, died Sunday, March 24, 2013. He was the beloved husband of the late Teresa (nee Viscara) Huntley, dear father of Dennis E. and James D. Huntley and the late Kenneth Huntley and Keith Huntley, Jr. A memorial graveside service has been set for Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Felicity Cemetery, Felicity, Ohio with full military honors. The E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel, served the family.

Batavia, Ohio 45103 Colon Cancer: What You Need to Know, A Woman’s Works Event Tuesday, April 16, 6-7 p.m., Drs. David Ward and Ben Herms, Mercy Health — Anderson HealthPlex, Classrooms 1&2 7500 State Road, Cincinnati 45255 Palliative Care: Improving Quality of Life Wednesday, April 17, 6-7 p.m., Drs. Julie Workman and Rebecca Bechhold, The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health, Conference Rooms A&B 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati 45236 Acute Leukemia: How Much Treatment Do I Need? Wednesday, April 24, 6-7 p.m., Dr. James Essell, The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health, Conference Rooms A&B 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati 45236 WEIGHT MANAGEMENT Surgical and Non-Surgical Weight Loss Options Tuesday, April 30, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Dr. C. Joe Northup, The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health, Conference Rooms A&B 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati 45236 Register at 513-6826980 Additional free seminars are available please go to www.e-mercy.com for more information

Mercy Health, which provides quality care with compassion in your neighborhood through its comprehensive network of care, announces its upcoming series of free community seminars. Mercy Health provides this robust series to help the community be well. Please call 513-95MERCY (513-956-3729) to register (required) for the seminars of your choice. Press option two, then option one. For the weight management seminars only, please call 513-682-6980 or visit http://www.emercy.com/weight-management-solutions.aspx and scroll down to “FREE Surgical & Non-Surgical Weight Loss Information Sessions” to register. CANCER CARE Colon Cancer: What You Need to Know, A Woman’s Works Event Tuesday, April 9, 6-7 p.m., Drs. Cari Ogg and Karyn Dyehouse, The Jewish Hospital – Mercy Health, Conference Rooms A&B 4777 E. Galbraith Road, Cincinnati 45236 Melanoma KNOW More, A Free Skin Cancer Screening Clinic Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Mercy Health — Clermont Hospital, Outpatient Infusion Center 3000 Hospital Drive,

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NOT BY WORKS I Corinthians 1:17-18: “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel; not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.” Paul baptized very few people although he believed in baptism and himself was baptized. In fact in verses 14-16 he said: “I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius; Lest any should say that I had baptized in mine own name. And I baptized also the household of Stephanas; besides, I know not whether I baptized any other.” He was concerned about people saying that he was baptizing in the name of himself, and that is just how cults and diverse denominations get started. He wanted to avoid that; he wanted to make sure that the gospel of Jesus Christ was the first and foremost thing. He stated in Romans 1:16: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ; for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth...” From I Corinthians chapter 1 alone it is clear that it is not baptism that saves you. It does not wash your sins away nor forgive your sins. If it did, the Apostle Paul would not have said: “I thank God that I baptized none of you...” nor would he have said: “For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel...” Now, do not get me wrong, baptism is very important but it simply does not have anything to do with salvation! Paul was thankful that he had not baptized many people because men invent ways to get to Heaven. The idea that baptism can get you to Heaven is one of them. Men developed religion to make it fit their own ideas. They reasoned that if water washed away dirt from their hands, it could wash away sin from their soul. That is the world’s wisdom. Paul clearly stated that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation and nothing else. In verse 21 he said: “For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe.” The world by wisdom knew not God. Men’s wisdom is not God’s wisdom. In fact, God told us that in Isaiah 55:8.

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Men simply want to believe what they believe, not what God says. Another idea of men is that you can receive Christ by transubstantiation. That is to say, the changing of the elements of the bread and the wine, when they are consecrated in the Eucharist, into the body and blood of Christ. That is a doctrine of the Roman Catholic church. They believe they receive Christ when the bread and wine are literally turned into the actual body and blood of Christ as they eat and drink it. (By the way, Christ’s blood was pure and fresh, not fermented. Wine, in the Bible, also represents fresh grape juice. Read what is has to say about fermented wine in Proverbs 23: 29-32.) Transubstantiation is another of man’s inventions. God made salvation simple, man wants to complicate it. God said that the gospel is the power of God unto salvation. What is the gospel? It is the death, burial, and resurrection of His Son, Jesus Christ. Paul preached it over and over again. He preached it clearly in I Corinthians 15: 1-4 and in Romans 15:19 he said: “...so that from Jerusalem, and round about unto Illyricum, I have fully preached the gospel of Christ.” In verse 20 of I Corinthians 1 Paul asked the questions: “Where is the wise/ where is the scribe? where is the disputer of this world? hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? He said: “For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.” Is the preaching of the cross foolishness to you? If so, than you are among them that perish. Hell is eternal. Don’t complicate salvation. Believe the gospel; call upon the name of Christ to save your never dying soul from Hell (Romans 10:913). It is that simple. It is God’s word.

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Dale and RaeJean Haitz, Ripley and David and Donna Madden, Florence, Ky., announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their children, Joshua Luke Haitz and Katherine Meredith Madden. Josh is a 2004 graduate of Ripley Union Lewis Huntington High School and a 2010 graduate of Northern Kentucky University. He is employed at TJ Dyer Company a Division of Grote Enterprises in Norwood, as a CAD Plumbing Coordinator for Commercial Operations. Katie is a 2004 graduate of Boone County High School in Florence, Ky., a 2008 graduate of Taylor University in Indiana and a 2011 graduate of Asbury University in Lexington, Ky., where she received her Masters of Education Degree. She is a teacher at Boone County High School in Florence, Ky. Josh and Katie’s love of basketball brought them together at Boone County High School where Josh is the Assistant Varsity Coach for Boone County Lady Rebels and Katie is the Junior Varsity Coach for

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the Lady Rebels. Josh is the grandson of Richard and Marsha Haitz of Ripley and the late Charles and Lillie Moore. Josh is also the great grandson of the late Joe Bill and Hestel Haitz and Mary Louise Moore. A June wedding is being planned in Alexan-

Brown County Beekeepers to meet The Brown County Beekeepers will meet on April 9 at 7 p.m. in the conference room of Hospice of Hope at 215 Hughes Blvd in Mt.Orab. The April program is on "Queen Acceptance". It will soon be time for bee swarms. If you see a swarms of honey bees in your yard that concerns you please call (937) 3936586 or (937) 618-1332 to have on of our experienced beekeepers remove them for you. Provided/THE BROWN COUNTY PRESS

Carlisle, Jaspers engaged Ron and Judy Carlisle of Sardinia announce the engagement of their daughter, Brittany to Robert Jaspers, son of Bob and Lynn Jaspers of West Chester. Both are graduates of the University of Cincinnati. Brittany is employed at Central Clinic, Cincinnati. Robert is employed with Campbell County Health and Family Services, Campbell County, Ky. The wedding is planned for June 1, 2013. The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Robert and Brittany on their engagement and upcoming nuptials.

Gilliam graduates from Army basic combat training Army Reserve Pvt. Nathan R. Gilliam has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map

reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Gilliam is the son of James Gilliam of Bethel, and Lori Gilliam of Wilder, Ky. He is a 2010 graduate of Western Brown High School, Mount Orab. The Brown County Press would like to thank Army Reserve Pvt. Nathan R. Gilliam for serving our country.

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dria, Ky. Josh and Katie will be residing in their new home in Erlanger, Ky., after honeymooning at the Riviera Cancun Resort and Spa in Mexico. The Brown County Press would like to congratulate Josh and Katie on their engagement and upcoming nuptials.

Army Pvt. Shawn R. Turner Jr. has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed com-

bat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Turner is the son of Carla Pennington of New Richmond, and grandson of Frank and Diana Allen of Sardinia. He is a 2011 graduate of Western Brown High School, Mount Orab. The Brown County Press would like to thank Army Pvt. Shawn R. Turner Jr. for serving our country.

FOE Auxiliary to meet The Fraternal Order of Eagles 2289 will be holding a meeting for nomination of Auxilliary officers will be April 9, 2013 at the 7:30 p.m. The FOE is located at 265 Foundry Avenue Batavia, Oh. For more information please call (513)732-9035 with any questions.

Sardinia Church of Christ hosts illusionist Kids through 5th grade! On Sunday, April 7 at 10 a.m. in Junior Worship at Sardinia Church of Christ you will be delighted by John Louis as he provides Scripture laden examples via his use of animals, stunts, and comedy. John is an illusionist who illustrates stories from the Bible in a manner which helps you remember God’s Word in a fun and entertaining way. Don’t miss this Sunday at Church. In fact, bring your friends. They will love it too.

Couple welcomes first child Jeffery and Gaile Sentney II are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, Josie Gaile Sentney. Josie was born on Thursday, February 14, 2013 at 3:26 p.m. at Bethesda North Hospital, Cincinnati. She weighed 8 pound 2 ounces and was 21.5 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Stephen and Janet Rockey and paternal grandparents are Jeffery and Donna Sentney all of Sardinia. She was welcomed home by great-grandparents, many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and neighbors. The Brown County Press would like to congratulate the Sentneys on the birth of their daughter, Josie Gaile.

Mowen benefit to be held The RULH High School softball has started and so has Track and 4-H is on its way! The Red Oak Ranchers have started their meetings and installed officers!! *** Happy, Happy Birthday to: Mary Jane Dugan, Danny J. Kirk, George Shelton, Donna Day Starrett, Kathleen K. Waddell, James Woods II, Jeff Clifton, George R. Gordon, Sandra and Larry Schumann, Jim Schweichart, Melanie Thatcher, Louis E. Dixon, Catherine and Evans Montgomery, Sandy Foust Campbell, Michelle W. Dotson, Lou E.M. Day Henry, Eric Stephan, Mary Helen Bick, Verda Hollingsworth, Patricia Lawson, Cody A. Polley, Donald Rutherford, Carl Joseph Starrett, Jack Rutan, Doty Staker, Michelle Curtis-Franks, Amy Galbraith Weiskettle, Sara J. Bissantz, Wendell Hundley, Barbara Bick and Ray Campbell, Joshua Jewell, Mark Peters, Vickie Johnson, Fred Knechtly, Jon Osman, Pam and Dale Purdy, and Courtney Schumann. *** Cherry Fork Community Building is the site that the Friends of Liberty (Liberty Township) has picked to

Special Wednesday classes at local church Gospel singer and Bible teacher Blaine Bowman will be teaching a special Bible Series each Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in April at the Bethel Shiloh Church of God. Bowmans teaching is enjoyed by all ages. Youth classes will be available also. The church is located at 2771 Oakland Locust Ridge Road Bethel, just 4 miles south of Mt. Orab off State Route 774. For more information call Pastor John Neal at (513) 317-2253. Email your social page information to bcpress@frontier.com

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MARY HOWLETTE hold a benefit this weekend for Linda Mowen. Linda recently lost her home to a fire. The festivities, and art and craft show will begin at 12 noon with The Stillwater Mennonite Choir singing at 6 p.m. followed by the Blood Bought Trio. A silent auction will also be held and sandwiches and soup, noodles, cakes and pies will be served. For more information call Julia at (937) 5443698 or Pat at (937) 5443082. *** Mary Howelett recently had a very lovely visit with Mrs. Mildred Tracy. Ms. Mildred introduced the very beautiful song “I Was There To Hear Your Borning Cry”. *** Please keep “Dog Lady” Karen Robinson on your prayer list as she is facing eye surgery. This past week Shirley Brierly and Mary Howelett took Karen to Hamilton, OH. What did we learn? Hamilton is a long, long way off from Howelett

*** Please pray for Bonnie Beath's daughter, Trixie Goodman Clifton, who has been very ill with pneumonia lately. *** Please pray for Dorothea's grandson who as been very ill and for Dorothea as she makes yet another transition in her life. *** On Saturday, the April 13, 2013 the unique Stone Chapel, east of West Union, will be the site of a quilt showing. This is beautiful church is located just off of State Route 125 on Compton Road, near the stone quarry. On the way out stop by Blake's Pharmacy and enjoy one of the last soda fountains in the state of Ohio while enjoying a large milkshake that only costs a dollar, or many more other soda fountain products that has not seen the cost of inflation. *** On Sunday, April 14, 2013, in Decatur, will be the site of a Gospel Sing and Dinner at the Charles Moore Center starting at 1pm. You are welcomed. Bring some cans of food for the food pantry located in Decatur.

Living Church of Five Mile sets revival services The Living Church of Five Mile, Mt. Orab has announced they will be hosting a two week revival with several evangelist and worship leaders beginning on Sunday, April 7 with Rev. Jody Pascarella, Evangelist from West Plains, Mo. Rev. Pascarella will be ministering at the 11a.m. and 6 p.m. services. Then April 8 - 10, Monday through Wednesday, Rev. Donnie Hill, former C.G.M.A. General Overseer will minister at 7 p.m. On Thursday, April 11 and Saturday, April 13 at 7 p.m., and Sunday, April 14 at 6 p.m., Evangelist Anita McAdams, Flemingsburg, Ky., will be speaking. Then on Sunday, April 14 at the 11 a.m. Rev. Don White, Pastor of Living Church of Five Mile will be

ministering. On Friday, April 12 there will be no revival services at the Living Church of Five Mile because of the Northern National Youth Rally at the Goshen Church of God, Goshen, Oh. Then beginning again Monday through Wednesday, April 15 - 17, Rev. Judy Kay VanHoy, Associate Pastor at the Union Hill Church, Peebles, will be ministering and then to finish out the week will be ministering Thursday thru Saturday, April 18 - 20 Rev. Paulus Masih, Evangelist Mount Orab, formerly from Pakistan. The Living Church of Five Mile is located at 16908 U.S. 68, Mt. Orab. For more information call (937) 444-9363.

Active Duty military Bethel Shiloh Church families to be honored American Legion Post If you have a family memof God to hold revival andTheAuxiliary Unit in ber currently serving in the Pastor John Neal and the congregation of the Bethel Shiloh Church of God will be hosting Revival Services with Evangelist Alva Robinson from Corbin Ky. Services will be held from April 19 - 21, 2013. Friday and Saturday serv-

ices begin at 7 p.m. and Sunday begins at 11 a.m. The church is located at 2771 Oakland Locust Ridge, Bethel. For more information call Pastor John Neal at (513) 317-2253.

Georgetown are planning an Honor Dinner on Saturday, May 11, 2013 for Active Duty Family members to show our appreciation for the sacrifices these families make for our freedoms. We want to send all active duty families an invitation to the dinner.

military and would like to be a part of this evening, please contact Pam Gossett, Auxiliary President, at (513) 752 8378 or Carolyn Doughty (937) 379 1841. We are planning an evening of celebration and fun for the families.

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Huntington Hotshots announce clinic dates BY JW Curtis Huntington Hotshots 4-H The Huntington Hotshots installed the 2013 officers with special guest Kay Marshall as MC. Each newly elected officer came forward to accept the office and its responsibilities. After the ceremony we continued with a brief meeting where we had some important items to discuss. Travis Eichner made a motion to pay for insurance at the cost of $1.00 per member and Stevie Cooper seconded the motion. The Motion passed.

We discussed demonstrations. Each member must do a demonstration before Septembers meeting and it must be an approved demonstration by advisor Druann Kendrick. Any member that does not complete a demonstration will have to buy an exhibitor's pass at full price which is $20.00. Please remember to get with Druann and get them done! Any one that is taking Market Animals (those are one who plan on selling the animal) need to please make your calendar for the Quality Assurance Class ....you must attend one of these

clinics to be able to Show/Sell your animal!!! Dates are as follows: • April 11, 2013 - Western Brown High School Cafeteria at 7 p.m.; • April 23, 2013 - Eastern Brown High School Cafeteria at 7 p.m.; • May 16, 2013 - Fayetteville High School Cafeteria at 7 p.m.; • June 3, 2013 - Georgetown High School Cafeteria at 7 p.m.; TBA - Ripley High School Cafeteria at 7 p.m. Officer Training was held April 4 at Southern Hills CTC, all officers were sup-

posed to attend! We had several officer reports they are as follows: Shanee Weatherspoon, Inspirational Officer, read a poem she had wrote herself titled ‘I Am’; Nicole Mock, Historian her Officer, showed progress on the history of our club; Cordell Curtis, Litter Officer, handed out results of his Litter Hunt at RULH Middle School; Grace Honigman, Environmental Officer, handed out a flyer on 10 things to do that will help protect our environment.

The Barn Busters 4-H club held their fourth meeting of the year on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at the Rambler Center in Russellville. The meeting was called to order by our President Natalie Wagner. The pledges were led by Camryn Pickerill. Roll call was read and the secretary's report was given by Kalle Reynolds. The treasurers report was given Savannah Newman. In old business, all project forms and club dues were collected at this meeting. We were also reminded about upcoming quality assurance dates, which is required to be completed by any member exhibiting a livestock project at the fair. The dates are as follows: April 11 at Western Brown

Georgetown Happy Hustlers 4-H News BY Mia Johnson Georgetown Happy Hustlers 4-H On March 11, 2013, the Georgetown Happy Hustlers held their third meeting at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center. At this meeting club dues were collected, enrollment forms were completed, and candy and beef stick orders were taken. We also voted on the club's annual summer field trip, and the club decided to go to the Newport Aquarium.

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Front Row: Tiffany Durkin, Regan Inlow, Jessica Tolle, Natalie Wagner. Back Row: Richard Orr,Grace Murrie, Sadie Sheeley,Austin Mccord, Austin Long, Foster Simpson, Heath Unger, Nick Holbrook.

Eastern Brown FFA goes to district BY Daniel Grayless Eastern Brown FFA On Saturday March 16, 2013 members of the Eastern Brown FFA chapter participated in the Miami Trace District 9 livestock judging contests. Eastern Brown FFA had members participate in

four of the different judging contests Poultry, Equine, General Livestock, and Dairy. Nathan Bixler participated in the poultry judging contest. Breana Rowland and Michelle Mayhugh participated in the Equine judging contest with a team placing of 23rd. Vanessa Corboy,

placed 36th, Jessica Tolle, Heath Unger, and Jarrett Long, participated in the General Livestock Judging contest with a team placing of 25th. Foster Simpson, placing 29th, Nick Holbrook, placing 31st, Gage Dailey, Dustin Yockey, and Austin Mccord, participated in the

Eastern Middle Schools, Lee Crabtree, wins the 72nd Annual Brown County Spelling Bee

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Fifteen students competed in the 72nd Annual Contest , March 28, 2013 in Georgetown. Students represented seven schools in the competition held at the Brown County Educational Service Center located at the Fairgrounds. The Spelling Bee was attended by family members as well as school personnel and community members. Each in attendance enjoyed the students proficiency with spelling. BCESC superintendent James Frazier handed out certificates and trophies to the contestants. Heidi Greco, the pronouncer, gave each contestant the word and a definition of the word in a sentence. Students were very intent during this competition. The first place winner

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Pictured left to right: Jake Henderson, second place winner, Lee Crabtree;First Place Winner, Meghan Jolley, third place winner.

was Lee Crabtree, from Eastern Middle School. Second place went to Jake Henderson, from Hamersville Middle School, and third place

Local students receive degrees at Miami U. Fall Commencement Miami University awarded 934 degrees to students during fall commencement exercises Friday, Dec. 14, 2011, in Millett Hall. Students with more than one listing have earned additional degrees or honors. Danielle Marie Fancher of Bethel, received a B.S. in Education degree Cum Laude.

Jessica Lee Schmidt of Fayetteville, received a Specialist in Education degree . Jaimie Nichole Smith of Bethel, received a Master of Arts degree . Kacy Renee Mueller of Blanchester, received a Bachelor of Arts degree . Brooke Averil Jolitz of Hillsboro, received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree .

went to Megahn Jolley from RULH Middle School. We would like to thank all that participated in this event and congratulate the Top County Spellers.

Walker on UF Dean’s List set Jonathan Walker, Georgetown, Ohio, political science major has been named to the Dean’s list for fall semester at The University of Findlay. Walker had to have attained a grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale to be named to the Deans List.

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Dairy Cattle judging contest with a team placing of 12th. Congratulations to all Eastern FFA members for doing well at the District 9 livestock judging contest. The Livestock judging contests are just a few of the many contests that the Eastern Brown FFA chapter participates in. To learn more about the Eastern Brown FFA chapter visit their website at http://www.eb.k12.oh.us/East ernFFA.aspx.

High School; April 23 at Eastern High School; May 16 at Fayetteville High School; May 30 at Ripley High School; and June 3 at Georgetown High School. The course will begin at 7 p.m. at all locations. We were also reminded about the upcoming officer training at Southern Hills CTC on April 4 from 7-8:30 p.m. In new business, we discussed the upcoming candy bar/beef sticks sales that will be going on. We were also told about a 4-H/FFA Show Clinic that was held on April 2 at the fairgrounds. Our next meeting will be April 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Rambler Center in Russellville. After the meeting was adjourned, our recreation leader, Ethan Daniels, led the members in a game of musical chairs.

The details of the trip will be finalized at a later meeting. There was a demonstration by Mia Johnson on her science fair project, and the Cloverbuds made a pine cone bird feeder. Important dates to remember include: Club officer training was held on April 4, 2013 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center, Quality Assurance on April 11, 2013 at 7 p.m. at Western Brown, and new advisor training on April 22, 2013.

New Hope 4-H Club sets dates to remember BY Allie Cox New Hope 4-H The New Hope 4-H club met Sunday, March 17 at the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church. The club talked about the county’s candy bar and Ohio’s beef stick fundraisers. This annual fundraiser helps with the costs of camps, awards, and various programming throughout the year. Project entries and enrollment forms were due in the extension office April 1, 2013. Club mem-

bers will also be volunteering to work at he Brown County Tack Exchange on Sunday, April 21. The tack exchange benefits the Ohio Therapeutic Horsemanship program. Upcoming dates to remember: April 11 is the first Quality Assurance for the county held at Western Brown High School at 7 p.m. this is required for all market projects; April 21 Brown County Tack Exchange; June 1 horse and dog pictures are due in the Extension office.

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Tosha Newberry inducted into SHCTC Wall of Fame Receiving a standing ovation, Mrs. Tosha Kattine Newberry was inducted into the Southern Hills Career and Technical Center’s Wall of Fame at the school-wide advisory committee meeting on March 26. Mrs. Newberry completed the Cosmetology program at Southern Hills in 1997 and is currently the student services secretary at the Career Center. Southern Hills principal and Tosha’s boss, Mr. Tim Chadwell, had the honor of presenting her the engraved plaque that will hang in the Wall of Fame display case. While a student at Southern Hills, Tosha received the Award of Merit, was a Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA) officer for two years, a member of the Public Relations Team, and National Honor Society Member. She is currently head advisor for the Georgetown Happy Hustlers 4-H Club, is a member of the Georgetown Methodist Church and participates in the church choir. The following tribute is displayed on her plaque: During her career, Tosha has been the managing cosmetologist at both Rapunzel’s salon and Meadow Wood Nursing Home, and manager at Cellular Network. As a secretary at Southern Hills Career Center, she has demonstrated an outstanding work ethic. She tackles any task she is given,

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Tosha Kattine Newberry receiving Wall of Fame award from Southern Hills Principal Tim Chadwell.

and completes her work with efficiency and quality. Tosha is always quick to help wher-

ever needed and is highly respected by both students and staff.

Chatfield College to hold Open House April 13 Chatfield College in St. Martin, OH will host an open house for potential students on Saturday, April 13 at 10 a.m. and again at 1 p.m. Future students will have a chance to meet with admissions counselors, tour the college, take the placement test, meet with academic advisors, meet with financial aid advisors, and enroll for fall. Food and refreshments will be provided. To RSVP, or for more information, call (513) 875-3344, ext. 110.

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highest court in State ex rel. Varnau vs. Wenninger, there is nothing for an opinion of the Attorney General to address about the sheriff’s qualifications to hold office.” Varnau writes “Either incredible ignorance is involved on behalf of your office personnel, or, the response in both letters is nothing more than a further effort by your office to continue concealing this never-ending pattern of corrupt criminal activity here in Brown County. If the latter be the case, then now may be the appropriate time for your of-

fice to request a US. Justice Department investigation into this illegal matter before you too become a defendant facing mandatory sentencing.” A spokesperson for the Attorney General’s office said a response to Varnau had not been formulated yet. The other document faxed to the offices of Kasich and Taylor by Podolsky was a document from Judith Varnau’s attorney outlining Dennis Varnau’s legal argument and requesting that the Attorney General issue an opinion on the qualifications of Wenninger. At the begin-

ning of the document, Podolsky writes “It is hard for me to tell Who the good guys are and who the bad guys (crooks) are. I hope you have common sense to see what is going on and do what is right (not let it go or pass the buck) as this screws up the Whole county. Do we have any honest elected officials in the state? If so please list their names for me, as l would like their opinion on this subject as well. We have a Sheriff that is not a legal Sheriff and that makes his Deputies not legal as well. The court would not allow some evidence and

highest court in the land and won every time. He’s a sore loser. If he doesn’t like the way it is here, he should pack up and move away from Brown County.” Wenninger said it appeared to him that Varnau was trying to bully the Attorney General. “He’s trying to shame them into making up some kind of case. It’s a shame he’s resorting to these measures. I’m going to continue to take criminals off the street to the best of my ability and do the job that the citizens of Brown County have elected me to do.”

Sheriff’s Office, Aberdeen Police SHCTC hosts meeting on Dept. spar over prisoner release handling school emergencies CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Wednesday morning. All day Wednesday and up through Thursday morning, nobody filed charges on this guy. The only thing we had was a hold order from ICE.”, Schadle said. The press release continued, saying that Aberdeen Police Chief Greg Caudle had organized a follow up interview with Sanchez at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, but when his officer arrived at the jail, the BCSO would not release Sanchez because he had a “holder” from ICE. “That means he is a federal prisoner”, Schadle said. “We cannot and will not release a prisoner we are responsible for to another agency that has no legal authority to hold him. Aberdeen had no charges on this man. If we release him to them and something happens like he gets injured or escapes, it comes back on us. I don’t want to get the county sued because Aberdeen can’t follow proper procedures.” The press release states

that Caudle and Schadle could not come to an agreement on the situation. Caudle then contacted ICE to get the holder removed from Sanchez so Aberdeen could get him and take him to the scheduled interview. Caudle dispatched Aberdeen Corporal Rick Hargett to Georgetown to pick up Sanchez, only to discover that he had been released once the federal hold had been lifted. Schadle said the BCSO had no choice but to release him. “We’ve got to go by due process. We have to have probable cause to hold him, and that probable cause has to be an affidavit filed with the court for a criminal complaint. Aberdeen never met that criteria. Legally, we had to reason to hold this man anymore and deprive him of his liberty, so we released him.” Caudle said that Agent Andrew Golobic of ICE informed the BCSO that the hold was being lifted so Sanchez could be taken to

an interview by APD. Caudle said in an April 4 telephone interview that Sanchez turned himself in to the Aberdeen Police Department. He was taken for an interview with a spanish interpretor and an investigator. The press release said that Sanchez admitted once again that he had touched the child in a sexual matter and he was arrested and taken to the Brown County Jail, where he remained at press time. Caudle said that he regrets that there were difficulties in dealing with the BCSO, and said he feels he can work productively with the office in the future. “My main concern was that the child deserved justice and that’s what we were working to give her”, Caudle said. “That was my main concern from the beginning.” Schadle said that he has no problem working with the APD, but “the next time they bring a prisoner up here, I hope they follow proper procedure.”

Mt. Orab soldier bids farewell as he leaves for Afghanistan CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 itary police soldier at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. It was a 19 week program. He is currently serving with a unit out of Middletown. He said at least 90 other soldiers from his unit are being deployed. “We were notified back in August that we would be deployed,” Jones added, “Then we received our deployment papers in

October with the actual date of departure. “I am really excited and I’m ready for this. I will be serving as a military police for another unit when I get there.” Mt. Orab Fire Chief Lisa Reeves said that Jones has been an outstanding firefighter in her department. “Brad is just an amazing young man,” Chief Reeves stated in a shaky

voice. “We are definitely going to miss him terribly here at the department. I just can’t say enough good things about Brad and I wish him all the best and look forward to him coming home soon.” (The staff of the Brown County Press would also like to wish Spc. Bradley Jones the very best, and look forward to his safe return.)

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 iff’s Patrol, an Ohio State Trooper with his BS from the University of Cincinnati in criminal justice. Rabold is also an ALICE certified trainer. (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter and Evacuate) the nationally renowned training developed following the examination of school shootings. The course teaches proactive measures to be taken when faced with an assailant entering a building or classroom. “We invited various community stake-holders to participate in this event,” Rabold said. “We opened the session with introductions and a round table/panel discussion. Then work-shops followed with staff rotating through the work-shops in

Reverse raffle in Ripley The Ohio Farmer's Festival (formerly the Ohio Tobacco Festival) is hosting a reverse raffle next Saturday, April 13 at 5 p.m. at Ripley Elementary School. In order for this fundraiser to be a success, they need to sell many more tickets! You can get yours for $40 a piece by calling: Ripley Builder's Supply (937) 392-1371 Applegate's Auto Care (937) 392-1590 First State Bank (Ripley Office) (937) 392-4349 The Ohio Farmer's Festival needs your help to keep this 31 year old tradition alive! Thank you in advance for your support!

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kept others out. The public does not know the law and the case was sealed when it should not have been and the Judge said he was not the Sheriff and sealed the case. Here is the evidence from the attorney and what the courts allowed and what they didn’t.” Neither Podolsky or Varnau would comment for this article when provided the opportunity. When told of the letters, Wenninger said “I’m not surprised. It’s the same old baloney. The voters have spoken for me four years in a row and I’ve been to the

In February 2013, a six count indictment was filed against Robert William Baker. The indictment charged Count One, Illegal Manufacture of Drugs, a felony of the second degree, having a maximum penalty of eight (8) years in prison; Count Two, Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Drugs, which is a felony of the third degree, having a maximum penalty of thirty-six (36) months in prison; Count Three, Conspiracy, a felony of the third degree, having a maximum penalty of thirty-six (36) months in prison; Count Four, Conspiracy, a felony of the third degree, having a maximum penalty of thirty-six (36) months in prison; Count Five, Engaging in A Pattern of Corrupt Activity, a felony of the first degree, having a maximum penalty of eleven (11) years in prison and Count Six, Aggravated Trafficking, a felony of the fourth degree, having a maximum penalty of eighteen (18) months in prison. Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler accepted a plea of guilty to Count One, Illegal Manu-

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facture of Drugs. Upon a motion by the State of Ohio, Counts Two, Three, Four, Five and Six were dismissed. On April 1, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Baker to a prison term of four (4) years, in which three (3) of those years will be a mandatory prison term. Judge Gusweiler ordered Mr. Baker to have Substance Abuse Treatment and to complete the Thinking for Change program while in incarcerated. Judge Gusweiler further advised Mr. Baker of the mandatory three years of post-release control through the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.

In September 2012, a four count indictment was filed against Aaron F. Henderson. The indictment charged Count One, Aggravated Robbery, a felony of the first degree, with a maximum penalty of eleven (11) years in prison; Count Two, Assault, which is a felony of the fourth degree, having a maximum penalty of eighteen (18) months in prison; Count Three, Assault, a felony of the fourth degree, having a maximum penalty of eighteen (18) months in prison; Count Four, Obstructing Official Business, a felony of the fifth degree, having a maximum penalty of twelve (12) months in prison. Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler accepted a plea of guilty to Count One, Aggravated Robbery and Count Three, Assault. Upon a motion by the State of Ohio, Counts Two and Four were dismissed. On April 1, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr.

smaller groups of 10 to 12” Work-shops offered included: • Ballistic resistance of common classroom items led by Randy Carson and criminal justice students from SHCTC; • Characteristics and indicators of persons with mental health concerns led by Cheryl Miller of Talbert House/Mental Health; • Basic First Aide using common classroom items let by Beth Nevel, EMA and Joe Rockey and Ryan Passett/Georgetown Fire/EMS; • Expectations of Law Enforcement upon arriving as a school crisis, expectations of staff of law enforcement, enhanced lockdown procedures-reacting to a crisis in the school, led by Lt. John Fetters, Brown County Sheriff’s office, Lt. J. Freeland, Georgetown police department, Chief Bryan Mount Mt. Orab police department, Sgt. Robert Hayslip, Ohio State Highway Patrol and Rabold, BCESC. “The workshops focused on practical application of

crisis and emergency procedures for staff in any school crisis, including school violence, weather related crisis, non-violent emergencies in and around the schools and related incidents,” Rabold added. He said that Superintendent Kratzer is committed the district to a continuing review and revision process for a comprehensive school safety and crisis planning process. It will include participation from all community resources and stakeholders with emphasis on training for students and staff ,in partnership with the local community resources. “This day was very productive and well received by the SHCTC staff,” Kratzer said, “And it will be instrumental to our school designing a much more thorough safety plan for our school. Great thanks to all of our presenters for sharing their knowledge and expertise to make ours a safer school for students and staff.” Closing comments and questions followed the sessions.

Advertising in Appalachian Ohio study to be held, participants get $50 gift card The Ohio State University is recruiting participants for an advertising study in your area. The study will take about 60-75 minutes and involves sitting at a computer to view ads. After looking at the advertisements, participants will be asked to answer questions about the products they just viewed. To thank you for your time, you will receive a $50.00 gift card at completion. To participate in this project, you must be at least 21 years old and live in an Appalachian Ohio county (including Brown and Clermont). If you’re interested, please call the local number below. A research assistant will ask you a set of screener ques-

tions. Because we are looking for a variety of participants, your combination of responses will determine if you are eligible or not. If you are eligible and interested in participating in this project, a research assistant will schedule an appointment for you at the OSU Extension Office in either Brown or Clermont County. If you have any questions or if you would like to see if you are eligible, please contact one of the local research assistants: Anita McKinzie, Brown County, (937) 515-6425, amckinzie@cph.osu.edu or Bonnie Boyer, Clermont County, 513-340-5377, bboyer@cph.osu.edu

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Henderson to a mandatory prison term of three (3) years on Count One and a one (1) year prison term on Count Three to be served consecutively. Judge Gusweiler recommended that the defendant receive substance abuse treatment and the Thinking for Change Program while incarcerated. Judge Gusweiler further advised Henderson of the mandatory five (5) years of post-release control through the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.

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In February 2013, a three count indictment was filed against Mark A. Mullis. The indictment charged Count One, Corrupting Another With Drugs (with having a prior conviction specification), a felony of the second degree, with a maximum penalty of eight (8) years in prison; Count Two, Aggravated Trafficking, which is a felony of the third degree having a maximum penalty of thirty-six (36) months in prison and Count Three, Possession of Heroin, a felony of the fifth degree, having a maximum penalty of twelve (12) months in prison. Brown County Court of Common Pleas Judge, Scott T. Gusweiler accepted a plea of guilty to Count One, Corrupting Another with Drugs. Upon a motion by the State of Ohio, Count Two and Count Three were dismissed.

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On April 1, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Mullis to a mandatory prison term of five (5) years and suspended his Ohio Driver’s License for one (1) year. Judge Gusweiler further advised Mullis of the mandatory three (3) years of post-release control through the Adult Parole Authority upon his release from prison.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 two letters written to his wife, Dr. Judith Varnau in her capacity as Brown County Coroner and to Brown County Prosecutor Jessica Little. Little requested a legal opinion on behalf of Judith Varnau concerning the qualifications of the Sheriff. In the letters from Opinion Section Chief Kevin McIver writes “An opinion of the state’s chief law officer (the Attorney General), unlike a decision of an Ohio court, does not have the binding force of law. In light of the decision by Ohio’s

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Here Comes Spring Well, Opening Day was last Monday, and after 13 innings, it was not the outcome that Reds fans wanted. However, being at the stadium and especially during the first few innings with the sun out, it was spring time. April has started off with a pretty decent forecast for those farmers starting to get a little restless. Some fertilizer being applied as I made the drive to the Soybean Grower Program on Tuesday, and I am sure planters are ready, sprayers have been calibrated, and now just a few more drying days and things will be rolling. In the meantime, there a few other things you may want to check off the list. Remember the Poison Hemlock from last year. Seems to be more and more of it each summer with the patches getting bigger and more of them.

DAVID DUGAN With that said, now is a good time to go find those spots and make some spot treatments with 2,4D or some other broadleaf selective products. It may take twice to get it, so go back and check in a couple of weeks. It may be flat and wilted by tomorrow, but it seems to rebound after a few days in some cases. Don’t forget the livestock. If you have cattle, hopefully you have already bought and provided some high magnesium mineral to your cattle. This cool spring weather makes for the threat of grass tetany. Some cases have been confirmed in the southern part of our counties. Another issue with cattle that I have

NOTICE The Board of Trustees of Pike Township requests that all flowers and decorations not in monument mounted vases or attached to the top of monuments be removed from sites in all Pike Township cemeteries prior to Monday, April 15, 2013. Flowers and decorations including iron hooks and plant hangers that interfere with mowing or general maintenance will be removed by township personnel. Any questions regarding the request may be directed to Michael Foster, Township Cemetery Sexton, at 937-444-2772. Submitted by Jenny Lind Conrad, Fiscal Officer 937 444 7418

heard about is the loss of some young calves. Some of those were confirmed selenium deficiency. You may want to discuss this issue with your veterinarian and discuss your mineral program with your feed supplier. Grazing Programs There will be some grazing programs going on here in the local area over the upcoming growing season. The plan is to visit some farms doing some different programs in increase the grazing in their operation. If you are interested in visiting some farms this summer send me an email to dugan.46@osu.edu or call one of the three county OSU Extension Offices. There will also be a Grazing School on April 23, 25, and 27 at the South Campus of Southern State Community College. Contact the local Soil and Water office for information. Interested in Energy Farming? On Monday, April 8 there will be a program dis-

Quarters for a Cause fundraiser to help Robert Bowling Quarters for a Cause will be holding a Quarter Raffle on Friday, April 12, 2013 at the Mt. Orab Best Western located at 100 Leininger Road, Mt. Orab. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Bring your quarters and your friends and purchase numbered paddles at the door for $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. If you wear orange you will receive a free raffle ticket. Proceeds will go to Robert Bowling who was diagnosed in 2007 with Myelodysplastic Syndrome (Pre-Leukemia). He has been off work since June, 2012 and was hoping by changing his diet and taking extra vitamins he could control the anemia. With his condition becoming worse they started him on Procrit Injections which were given twice a month (costing thousands per injection). Unfortunately he became immune to the injections and had to undergo a bone marrow transplant in 2012, his brother Scott

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All items on cemetery lots in the Village of Ripley Maplewood Cemetery must be removed by April 10, 2013. All flowers and decorations that are not in monument vases or attached on the top of monuments and any other items placed on cemetery grounds which would be in the way of mowing will be removed by Cemetery personnel beginning April 11, 2013. The Village of Ripley will not be responsible for holding any removed articles. For any questions call the Village of Ripley at (937) 392-4377

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was his donor. With that being said please come out and show your support to Robert and his family. Together we can make a difference! Participating vendors include 31 Gifts, Deb’s Designs, Mary Kay, My Favorite Things, Pampered Chef, Pure Romance, South Hill Designs, Sweet Treats & More, Gourmet Cupboard/Country Gourmet Home, Tupperware and Velvets Baubles. Refreshments will be available.

Gaslight Theater Players are holding auditions for their upcoming show "Explain the Handcuffs" which is being held in June. Auditions will be at the Gaslight Theater in Georgetown on Sunday, April 14 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. There are 4 female roles and 3 male roles. If you have any questions, you can go to our facebook page Gaslight Theater Players or call Lori Bowling at (513) 504-1388. Hope to see you there!!

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The Sardinia Friends of the Library will be having a spring book sale at the library on Wednesday April 10 from 3 to 7 p.m., Thursday April 11 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday April 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.. There will also be a silent auction that will start on April 8 and run for two weeks through April 20 during regular library hours. All proceeds from these sales go towards the library and the summer reading program. Please mark your calendar and stop by the library for these events.

Revival services to be held in NOTICE - PERRY TOWNSHIP Hamersville The Perry Township Zoning Commission will hold a public zoning hearing regarding the zoning of St. Martin. The hearing will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. at the Perry Township Community Building, Fayetteville, Ohio. The public is invited to attend.

cussing Energy Farming at the OSU South Centers in Piketon beginning at 9 a.m. Registration for the event is $10 and includes breakfast and hot lunch. To register, call (740) 289-2071 ext. 132 or (800) 297-2072 ext. 132, or e-mail mcglothin.4@osu.edu. The workshop is limited to the first 125 registrants. For more information on workshop, visit the www.energizeohio.osu.edu The workshop will be held at OSU South Centers' Endeavor Center (room 160), 1862 Shyville Road, Piketon, Ohio. Dates to Remember Pesticide License Testing - Private and commercial testing for applicator license will be offered on April 8 and May 13 at the Old Y Restaurant. You are required to pre-register by calling the Ohio Department of Agriculture at 800282-1955 or online at http://pested.osu.edu. Space is limited so register soon. Study materials are also available at the same address or phone number.

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Revival Services have been set at God’s Mission from April 9 - 14, 2013. Evening services begin at 7 p.m. and Sunday begins at 10 a.m. Special evangelist and singers include Rev. Chad Searls and the Searls Family from Wheatland, Ind. The church is located at the corner of Sisterville and Walnut Streets in Hamersville. For more information call (937) 378-4558.

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This month gardeners begin to move outdoors. Yes, we’re still starting seeds inside the house, but now’s the time we work the soil, sow cold-tolerant seeds outside, and divide a few perennials and suckering shrubs. Weeds are growing fast and furious in the flowerbeds. The lawn needs care. Are you making your list? Be sure to prioritize the list by importance of the task so that you don’t get overwhelmed at the beginning of the growing season! Keep your daily list short. Remember that some tasks are essential and others are not! We worked on the ornamental grass beds this past weekend. The daffodils are ready to bloom, the crocuses are in full bloom in our pet cemetery, and the perennials are starting to emerge. My garden is still way too mushy to till. I may be able to plant some lettuce and spinach in my fenced in “rabbit” patch. I reminded my husband that last year we actually mowed our lawn in March! Debra Knapke, author of Gardening Month by Month in Ohio, shares her garden tasks for April. They include: 1) Plant trees, shrubs, and vines once the soil can be worked, 2) Check your power tools, and have them serviced if you didn’t do it over winter, 3) Pull back mulch from sprouting plants, but keep mulch or a sheet handy to cover plants up when frost is expected, 4) Clean up the garden. Rake debris off lawns and prune back old perennial growth, 5) Bring garden tools out of storage and examine them for rust or other damage, 6) Avoid working your soil until it has thawed and dried out a bit. A handful of thawed soil should squeeze into a ball that holds its shape but breaks easily apart when pressed with a thumb or finger, 7) Prune trees and shrubs to maintain the health

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and attractive shape of a plant, increase the quality and yield of fruit, control and direct growth and create interesting plant forms and shapes. (Don’t prune trees or shrubs when growth has started and buds are swelling. Prune before growth starts in spring or wait until plants have leafed out. Many plants prefer to grow in cool weather and can be started well before the last frost. Knapke’s list includes: Bachelor’s Buttons, Cabbage, Calendula, California poppy, Godetia, Kale, Love-in-a-Mist, Peas, Phlox, Poppy, Rocket Larkspur, Spinach, Sweet Pea and Swiss chard. Gardeners welcome the warmer days of spring, but we all know that cold, frosty nights and even some late spring flurries can still be in our future. Now is a great time to start visiting the garden center to buy springflowering plants or simply add them to your wish list for another year. Be sure to mark your calendars for the Vertical Gardens seminar being presented on April 18 at the Fincastle campus of Southern State Community College. The seminar is free and open to the public and will be held in the library from 6 until 7:30 p.m.

We start meeting with the Veteran Gardeners at the Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown this month. I look forward to sharing their stories with you in the coming months. Get a head start on those weeds in your flower beds! Be vigilant this year and keep them from going to seed.

‘Burg Alumni Dinner set The 118th Williamsburg Alumni Association Dinner will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2013, at the Williamsburg Middle/Senior High School, 500 South Fifth Street, Williamsburg. This is a reunion year for classes ending in "3" and "8". Deadline to make reservations is Wednesday, May 15, 2013. ALL reservations must be made in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door. For information contact Charlene Speeg at: speeg_c@burgschools.org or by phone at (513) 7245544 or visit the WHS web site at http://www.burgschools.org to download a registration form.

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Palmer’s home run keys Lady Broncos season-opening win BY Andrew Wyder The Brown County Press Two and a half innings into its season things weren’t going so well for the Western Brown softball team. Visiting Little Miami had jumped ahead on the scoreboard with two early runs as the Lady Broncos, a team expected to be stout defensively, struggled catching and throwing the ball. Throw in a few uncharacteristically quick at-bats and the Lady Broncos weren’t exactly on track towards a season-opening win. That all changed with one at-bat in the bottom of the third inning. Brittany Palmer hit a three-run home run to give the Lady Broncos a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. Playing with a lead, the Lady Broncos defense came back around and they held on for a 3-2 seasonopening win on a surprisingly chilly early April evening on Monday. It wasn’t a masterpiece but it was a win they had to fight and rally for. “That’s a good thing,” Western Brown coach Blaine Wallace said of his team’s fight. “Offensively, we weren’t very good. Part of that, I’m sure, is that we haven’t seen any other pitcher except ours all year. And it’s cold. That doesn’t help, either.” He added, “But a win’s a win.” Little Miami leadoff hitter Mariah Tomasetti got the visitors off to a good start in the first inning with a single to right field and kept the pressure on the Lady Broncos defense, which turned out, in a bit of a surprise, not to be up to

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Western Brown shortstop fields a grounder during the Lady Broncos win on Monday evening. Palmer’s fourth inning home run proved to be the difference in the win.

the task. Tomasetti went to second on a passed ball and kept on going towards third as Western Brown catcher Morgan Fischer went after the ball. Fischer tried to throw Tomasetti out at third but the throw was a little wide and third baseman Josie McElroy couldn’t grab it before it sailed into left field as Tomasetti scored the game’s first run before Little Miami’s second hitter could even finish her at-bat. Again, it was Tomasetti that set up the Panthers second run. She reached base to lead off the third inning when Lady Broncos’ pitcher Morgan Nickell couldn’t cleanly snag her soft grounder. She would go on to steal second base and went to third on a Megan Knuckles ground out to second base. She scored on a wild pitch to make it 2-0 in favor of

Little Miami after two and a half innings. “Defensively the first three or four innings, we weren’t very good,” Wallace said. Down a pair of runs and having gotten a couple of hits off Little Miami pitcher Brianne Hagemann already they couldn’t capitalize on, the Lady Broncos flipped things around in their half of the third inning. Kristen York led off the inning with a solid single to center field. Bri Stacy then laid down a bunt she ended up beating out for a hit to put two on with no outs. An out later Palmer came to the plate. The senior shortstop waged a battle with Hagemann as she fouled off pitch after pitch. When Palmer got her pitch, though, she took advantage.

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Blue Jays growth on display in season-opening sweep If there was any doubt as to whether the Ripley baseball team would be able to take the next step this spring as they believe they can, the Blue Jays went a long way toward beginning to answer that last Saturday afternoon. Hosting a scrappy Felicity squad, the Blue Jays gave their supporters a taste of how far they’ve come in a season-opening doubleheader sweep over the Cardinals. But it wasn’t just that they won both games, it was how the Blue Jays did it. They Blue Jays rallied for the win, 6-5, in the first game by executing in the final inning to overcome a lackluster performance. Then, in the back end of the doubleheader, the Blue Jays didn’t allow an inexperienced Cardinals team to hang around as they blasted their visitors, 19-4, to cap the sweep. The performance, particularly the rally in the first game, was a prime example to Blue Jays coach Matt Folkerth that his team is beginning to see the fruits of their labor. “When it was needed (we) started to execute,” Folkerth said after the second game. “That was great. This year we’re not missing signs. I can actually tell them to bunt. We have a whole arsenal of things we can do to win games and it feels good. They know they’re never out of a game.” After jumping out to the

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Ripley’s Dylan Arnett slides home safely in the first inning of the Blue Jays 19-4 win over Felicity in game two of a doubleheader last Saturday afternoon.

lead early in the first game, things didn’t quite play out as smoothly for the Blue Jays for much of the first game. Two Hunter Barrons’ run scoring hits helped the Cardinals turn an early deficit into a lead late in the game after the second gave Felicity a 5-4 lead in the top of the fifth inning. It looked as if the Cardinals might steal a first game victory as the Blue Jays continued to struggle putting together hits against Felicity starter Jesse Miles. Even after Miles left with an injury in the top of the sixth inning, Zach Campbell came in a pitched a scoreless sixth. Still down by that same 5-4 score with just three

outs left in the bottom of the seventh inning, the Blue Jays, who were missing three players and dealing with one who suffered an injury the day before, finally played the way their coach knows they can. Sophomore Jordan Carpenter led off the seventh inning, in his first varsity at-bat, no less, with a soft line drive single to center. Dylan Arnett followed with a perfectly placed bunt single down the third base line to put two on with no outs against Campbell. Sophomore Ryan Poole was asked to bunt, too, and he got it down. Campbell tried to get the force out at third base but the throw CONTINUED ON PAGE 15

ß Traditional “brick and mortar” students may take advantage of on-line electives. ß W.A.V.E. students may earn an Eastern diploma. ß W.A.V.E. students may participate in extracurricular activities and sports.

ß Curriculum provided by A+NYWHERE LEARNING SYSTEM BY K12 ß Over 150 courses available in grades K-12 ß No cost to the student

Contact Superintendent Michele Filon at 937.378.3981 or michele.filon@eb.k12.oh.us for more information and

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Knothole baseball hasn’t quite begun its season yet most of the players, coaches and administrators from Mt. Orab Knothole found themselves at their fields on Brooks-Mallot Road last Saturday morning. Those players and coaches weren’t practicing hitting or fielding the ball, though. They were partaking in what has become an annual event thanks to generosity of the Cincinnati Reds Community Fund – Field Day. Despite the chilly early spring weather, a good turnout of players, coaches and administrators of Mt. Orab Knothole spent much of their morning beautifying their fields and cleaning their youth baseball complex. They did so as one of the newest beneficiaries of the Reds Community Fund’s Youth Baseball Funding initiative that supports over 1,000 kids, 500 teams and 52 organizations in the Greater Cincinnati area. Getting the league’s players – who are as young as four years old and as old as sophomores in high school – involved in Field Day is the first step in becoming a member of the program that hands out grants to local youth baseball and softball teams and organizations to offset costs. “In exchange for giving them league fees, field fees, uniforms, trophies and, like, admin fees, they satisfy the requirement of three community service projects,” Sara Ingram, a Reds Community Fund employee, said Saturday morning at the complex while overseeing the league’s cleanup. “(Field Day) is the big one. This is simultaneous. All organizations are doing the same

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thing at their field right now.” The Youth Baseball Funding Program is entering its ninth year this spring but Mt. Orab Knothole was unaware of the program until last November when board member Jeff Frye applied for the grant. Frye said he found out the league was selected to participate in January and was guided by Jerome Wright, who oversees the program for the Reds Community Fund, to ensure they were doing all they needed to do. As a first-year member of the program, Mt. Orab Knothole received $4,000 this season. “With the $4,000 we got this year we were able to outfit the entire organiza-

A young Mt. Orab Knothole player helps out on Field Day at the Mt. Orab Knothole fields last Saturday morning.

tion in uniforms,” Frye said Saturday morning at the complex, “which has never been done in Mt. Orab Knothole, as far as I know.” Once selected for the program, Mt. Orab Knothole will continue to be in the program as long as they meet the requirements. Much of that comes down to fulfilling the community service project requirement. The Mt. Orab Knothole organization already has its three service projects lined up for this year. They plan to participate in the Relay for Life, clean up the cemetery on May 18 in advance of the Memorial Day Parade in Mt. Orab and, once the season is complete, pick up trash in Mt. Orab. The idea of having the players participate is to get these youngsters involved in giving back. “The whole mission of the Community Fund is to connect kids with baseball and, by doing so, helping out the community,” Johnna Sandlin, a Reds Community Fund employee who was in Mt. Orab for Field Day last Saturday, said. “So it’s really just a way to teach the kids how to give back in return for us helping them out.” Should Mt. Orab Knothole meet those requirements, they’ll stay in the program and will receive more grant money in future years. Frye said they would get $6,000 every year after the

first year, which could help the league in numerous ways. “Next year we will have extra money to start buying new equipment. We’re going to do improvement to the dirt in the fields,” Frye said. “It’s going to be a huge help.” The grant money may even help the league lower the price of participating in the league (which is currently $90 per child) in the future -- at least that is the hope. That’s why the players, coaches and administrators were happy to be picking up trash and adding sand and gravel to dugouts on each field. Players as young as four years old were having a ball using rakes to spread gravel in the dugouts on their fields while the high school players were shoveling the gravel into the carts that were transporting it to each field. It was exactly what the Reds Community Fund hoped to see. “This is what they want. They want the kids (here),” Frye said as he looked around at the activity going on during Field Day. “On cleanup day I had originally thought we’d just have the adults come out here and work and the Reds said absolutely not. (They said) ‘We provide funds for the kids. The kids are out there doing the work.’ And that’s what they’re doing. It looks good.”

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Fayetteville vs Manchester 4/11 Western Brown at Glen Este Eastern at Peebles Ripley at West Union 4/12 Western Brown vs Amelia Ripley at Whiteoak Fayetteville vs Fairfield 4/13 Georgetown at West Union (DH) Eastern at Valley of Thunder at Symmes Valley HS Track and Field 4/8 Western Brown at Clinton Massie 4/9 Western Brown at New Richmond Fayetteville at East Clinton 4/11 Western Brown, Georgetown at Blanchester 4/12 Eastern at Portsmouth Fayetteville, Ripley at Bethel Boys Tennis 4/8 Western Brown at Goshen 4/9 Western Brown vs New Richmond 4/10 Western Brown at Glen Este 4/11 Western Brown vs Amelia

The youngest Mt. Orab Knothole baseball players, the four and five year olds, help clean up their field last Saturday morning during the Cincinnati Reds Community Fund Field Day at the league’s complex on Brooks-Mallot Road.

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One of the greatest careers in Shawnee State men's basketball history added one final accolade to his four-year career as Tyler Morgan was named an honorable mention NAIA AllAmerican. With the final accolade, Morgan becomes just the third All-American in program history and the first since the 2003-04 season. He is the first SSU men's basketball All-American since Shawnee State joined NAIA Division I three seasons ago. During his four-year career at Shawnee State, Morgan, a 2009 Western Brown graduate, amassed more points (1,779) and rebounds (1,072) than any other Bears player that has come before him. He also set the program bench mark for field goals made and attempted during his career. He was a three-time all-conference performer, becoming one of just four players in program history to earn that distinction, joining Terrance Davison, Adam Davenport and Jeff Fraley. Morgan was a first-team All-MSC selection for the first time in his career this past season. He was named a second-team All-MSC performer as a junior and was the AMC Freshman of the Year and second-team All-AMC during his rookie season with the Bears. In the classroom, Morgan was also

Baseball 4/8 Georgetown at Blanchester Eastern at North Adams Western Brown at Goshen 4/9 Eastern vs Manchester Ripley at North Adams Fayetteville at Lynchburg-Clay 4/10 Georgetown vs Felicity Fayetteville vs Manchester Western Brown vs New Richmond 4/11 Eastern at Peebles Western Brown at Loveland Ripley at West Union 4/12 Western Brown at Amelia Ripley at Whiteoak Fayetteville vs Fairfield 4/13 Georgetown at West Union (DH) Eastern vs Portsmouth West Softball 4/8 Western Brown at Goshen Georgetown at Blanchester Eastern at North Adams 4/9 Western Brown at Northwest Eastern vs Manchester Ripley at North Adams Fayetteville at Lynchburg-Clay 4/10 Western Brown vs New Richmond Georgetown vs Felicity

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Western Brown graduate Tyler Morgan was named an All-American following his senior season at SSU.

a two-time Academic AllMSC selection. Perhaps no superlatives can sum up Morgan's rebounding presence more than simply laying out the stats. Nobody in NAIA Division I basketball averaged more defensive rebounds per game during the 201213 season than Morgan, who finished with 6.7 defensive rebounds per game. He was second in the nation in total rebounds per game (10.1) and seventh in total rebounds (302). He also ranked 11th in the NAIA in

offensive rebounds per game (3.4). During his All-American campaign this past season, Morgan led the Mid-South Conference in rebounds per game and double-doubles (15) during the regular season. He averaged a careerbest 16.0 points per game this season, averaging a double-double with his aforementioned prowess on the boards. He was second on the team in scoring this season, just tenths of a point away from the team high after leading the Bears in

scoring during each of his first three seasons. Morgan also led the Bears in field goals made and attempted (180-of-394), free throws made and attempted (103of-173) and offensive, defensive and total rebounds (101-201—302). He was a two-time MidSouth Player of the Week this season, earning a total of three MSC Player of the Week honors during his career. He was also named NAIA Player of the Week during his sophomore campaign. For his career, Morgan played in 119 games and started all but one of those games. This season, he set career highs in field goals made, field goals attempted, 3-point field goals attempted, offensive rebounds, defensive rebounds, total rebounds, points and points per game. However, his achievements were far from individual as he helped lead a resurgent Bears team that finished fifth in the conference standings, leading the team to 16 wins during the regular season, which was the most be a single team since the 2006-07 team. It was also the first time since that season the Bears posted a winning record. This season was also the first year the Bears made the MSC quarterfinals since joining the conference in 2010-11.

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Third baseman Josie McElroy prepares to throw Mariah Tomasetti out at first base after a bunt on Monday evening.

Lady Broncos: Rally for season-opening win CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 After fouling off four straight pitches Palmer drove the next pitch deep the opposite way and out for a three-run home run that gave the Lady Broncos a 3-2 lead. “She has worked hard on hitting the ball to right field instead of pulling everything,” Wallace said. “And, obviously, that paid off. She smoked that thing.” Taking hold of the lead for the first time all night, the Lady Broncos seemed to shake off the sluggish start. Nickell had her first onetwo-three inning in the top of the fourth inning as the tide was quickly turning. In fact, the Panthers would put together just one more rally the final four innings. Abby McKee singled to lead off the top of the sixth inning for Little Miami. An out later Molli Owens hit a ground ball to Lindsey Harvey at second base. She tried to get the lead runner McKee at second base but her throw

was high and into center field as McKee hustled around to third base and Owens to second base. Naomi Patten came up with the two runners in scoring position and hit a shard ground ball down the third base line. McElroy snagged the ball, looked McKee back and threw Patten out at first base. “She did exactly what she should have and looked the runner back and left her no chance to score,” Wallace said of the play. “And then (first baseman) Hope (Jamison) made a nice pickup in the dirt.” Nickell, who earned the win after pitching all seven innings, got a popup to second to end the threat and worked a quick one-twothree seventh to wrap up the win. Not likely to be their best performance of the year, it was still a solid win to start the Lady Broncos season. “It’s always better than 01,” Wallace said.

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Western Brown second baseman Lindsey Harvey catches a popup at second base during the Lady Broncos win on Monday night.

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Tom Ball, the longtime Western Brown boys tennis coach, realizes his Broncos tennis team, as it stands right now, doesn’t have a ton of experience on the courts as they begin the 2013 season. Still, Ball saw plenty of talent on the court as he watched his Broncos play out their matches on Tuesday afternoon against Southern Buckeye Conference-American Division foe Bethel-Tate. But after losing seven seniors from last year’s American Division cochampion, including its top two singles players and top doubles teams among others, Ball understands this year’s squad is still a work in progress. That doesn’t keep him from believing the Broncos will compete each time they step on the court this spring, though. “We're kind of holding our own and I think we can be in the top three or four at the end of the season,” Ball said as the Broncos were on their way to a 4-1 win over the visiting Tigers on another chilly afternoon Tuesday. “I just think we'll be there.” Ball, who is just four wins short of 300 career victories after the win over Bethel, will look to mix and match with a group that features some less experienced older players and a big group of younger players. As it stands now, after two matches, Ball has two young players that have stood above the rest and taken hold of the top two singles positions. Returning sophomores Quade Kidwell and Anthony Howard each played in the No. 1 and No. 2 singles positions, respectively, in the Broncos opening two matches of the season this week. They’ve each been able to hold off any challenges from other teammates for the top spots so far. “Right now these two are my top two. There's nobody on the (team) that can beat those two in a tennis match,” Ball said. “It can change if they can beat them. But most of the time that's the way it usually stays all year.” Kidwell rose to the No. 1 spot after putting in the work in the offseason. He is the younger brother of the Broncos’ No. 1 singles player a year ago, Mcree Kidwell.

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Quade Kidwell, the Broncos No. 1 singles player, returns a hit on Tuesday against Bethel-Tate.

“He's been down at the racket club for about six weeks taking lessons from the pro,” Ball said. “It'll make him a better tennis player.” The sophomore duo’s performances the first two matches of the season have mirrored that of the rest of the team – some up and down play. The Broncos lost to Hillsboro 4-1 on Monday before bouncing back to beat the Tigers on Tuesday. Kidwell lost his first two matches but did play better on Tuesday while Howard put himself in position for win against Hillsboro before losing in three sets. He bounced back with a 6-4, 64 win on Tuesday. Beyond the top two singles, Ball said most spots would be up for grabs. Senior Cory Kuttler was given the first crack at No. 3 singles against Hillsboro but lost in straight sets. The Broncos received a forfeit at No. 3 singles on Tuesday because the Tigers didn’t have enough players. Nick Kuttler and Justin Longbottom have played No. 1 doubles both times out, with a win and a loss to show for it. They lost to Hillsboro 3-6, 4-6 before bouncing back to beat Bethel 6-4, 3-6, 6-2. At No. 2 doubles, sophomore Zach Brooks has been a mainstay both days and has helped secure wins both times out. Brooks and senior, and four year player, Sean McKenzie won against Hillsboro 2-6, 6-3, 6-0 on Monday before Brooks and senior newcomer Justin Berkley beat Bethel in three sets on Tuesday. Those spots will be a up

for grabs regularly, though. With so many athletes from other sports out for the team this year, including three basketball players, two soccer players and a football player, Ball believes they can find the right combinations. “Just have to build again and just reload and try to make tennis players out of them,” he said. Though he hopes, and believes, his team can compete in the American Division, he looks for New Richmond, who tied for the league title with the Broncos a year ago with a 9-1 record, to set the pace. “New Richmond has got seven, I think, seniors and they're gonna tough to beat,” Ball said. But with a roster of 14 players, including a big and talented sophomore class, Ball feels like he has a good group to help him build back up with. “I think we have enough talent that we can still be successful in coming out to the top three or four teams in the league,” Ball said. “That's what I'm aiming for. “I've got to have that to show that we can be in the competition and win. It'll help bridge the gap for next year and the next because of so many sophomores.” The Broncos are: Seniors: Justin Berkley, Cory Kuttler, Chase Latham and Sean McKenzie. Juniors: Nick Kuttler and Justin Longbottom. Sophomores: Zach Brooks, Stephen Bush, Anthony Howard, Quade Kidwell, Tanner Luck and Nick Waits. Freshman: Zach Fields and Eli Fulton.

Western Brown’s Michelle Goslin (left) and Georgetown’s Shelby Ast near the finish line of a 100-meter dash race at New Richmond on Wednesday evening. With the track and field season underway, look for a preview of all five county track and field teams in next week’s Brown County Press.

Blue Jays: Show their growth in season-opening doubleheader sweep CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 was dropped. That brought Ripley senior, and Xavier University signee, Brad Kirschner to the plate. Already 3-for-3, with two runs batted in, in the game, Kirschner didn’t get much to hit and walked. That forced in Carpenter to tie the game at five. Then up came shortstop Jamie Skinner to the plate with the bases still loaded, and no outs, with a chance to be the hero and he delivered. Recognizing that Campbell was pitching from the full windup instead of the stretch position, the Blue Jays simply executed, essentially, a safety squeeze play to win the game as Skinner pushed a bunt towards first base. “Once they saw the pitcher go into the windup, and I yelled windup, Dylan just instinctively went and it was like they clicked all the sudden,” Folkerth said. “Jamie knew to put it down the first base line and it went from there.” Kyler Johnson, who relieved teammate Tyler Planck in the sixth inning, pitched two scoreless innings, with three strikeouts and just one hit, to pick up the win. The second game got off to auspicious start as the Cardinals pushed three runs across the plate against freshman hurler Kevin Kirk to build an early lead. That lead didn’t last long as the Blue Jays seemingly picked up at the plate where they left off in the first game. Arnett led off the inning with a single off Felicity

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Ripley’s Kevin Kirk delivers a pitch during the second game of the Blue Jays doubleheader sweep of Felicity last Saturday. Kirk pitched four innings, struck out five and gave up four runs (two earned) in picking up his first high school win.

starter Alex Doherty before the Cardinals starter couldn’t find the strike zone and the Blue Jays stayed patient. Four straight Blue Jays walked, the final walk, to Planck, brought home Johnson to make it 3-2. Arnett scored the Blue Jays first run on a passed ball. An error on Barrons at third base brought home another run to tie the game at three before Poole’s slow roller toward third ended up as an infield single that brought home Skinner to give the Blue Jays a 4-3 lead. Productive outs from Patrick Taylor and Carpenter brought home runs to make it 7-3. An RBI single from Johnson made 8-3 before the Cardinals finally

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Gary Waits (left) cuts a ribbon at a ceremony thanking him for his help in constructing a press box at Western Brown’s Gary Waits Stadium on Wednesday afternoon before the Broncos baseball team battled Bethel-Tate as Western Brown athletic director Tim Cook looks on.

Press box dedicated at WB The Western Brown athletic department dedicated its new press box at Gary Waits Stadium on Wednesday afternoon before the Broncos baseball team battled Southern Buckeye Conference-American Division foe Bethel-Tate. The construction of the press box was made possible thanks to a donation from Waits, a Mt. Orab native and former bullpen

catcher with the Cincinnati Reds from 1970-78. Waits, who still lives in Mt. Orab, donated $10,000 so the school could construct the press box. “It’s people like Gary Waits that make this whole complex what it is,” Western Brown athletic director Tim Cook said Wednesday This was the second time that Waits, a 1957 graduate of Mt. Orab High

School, helped out the school. In 2002 Waits brought his longtime friend Pete Rose -- one of many players, including Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, Tony Perez, Don Gullett and Tom Seaver, that he worked with during his time with the Reds -- to Western Brown and helped raised $20,000.

Western Brown senior Chase Latham competes in a 110-meter hurdles race on a chilly Wednesday evening at New Richmond. With the track and field season underway, look for a preview of all five county track and field teams in next week’s Brown County Press.

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Ripley’s Kyler Johnson makes a throw home during the first game of the Blue Jays doubleheader against Felicity last Saturday afternoon.

got out of the inning. Even though they collected just three hits in the inning, one an infield single, the Blue Jays plated eight runs by being patient at the plate, something else the Blue Jays have worked on improving. Folkerth attributed that to a new pitching machine the Blue Jays worked with this winter that offered up several different pitches, including a curveball and a slider. “They’re learning to be more patient,” Folkerth said. “They know now that a 2-0 count that you’re looking for something right down the middle of the plate instead of, ‘I’m going to swing at the first thing I see.’” From that point on, the Blue Jays started to hit – and well. They pounded out 13 hits in the game and all but two starters had at least one hit. Both Planck and Kirk finished the game 2-for-3 with a combined seven RBI from their five and six spots in the order. And after letting the Cardinals hang around that first game, the Blue Jays made sure to put them away in the second. A two run second and four run third inning pushed the Ripley lead to 14-3 before a five run fourth inning delivered the knockout blow to complete a successful first day on the diamond. “That’s the other thing that I told them, for a lack of better words, we’re actually able to put our foot down on their throat and crush the windpipe,” Folkerth said. “And we’ve never been able to do that before. That’s nice to have that mentality.”

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Heartworm Disease is becoming increasingly more common in this area. The heartworm lives in the right side of the heart, and in the nearby large blood vessels. The female worms produce large numbers of immature heartworms, which circulate in the blood. These young worms, called microfilaria, are ingested by a mosquito when it bites an infected dog. After living in the mosquito for 10-14 days, the microfilaria can infect another dog when the mosquito feeds. It takes about 6 months for the worm to become an adult after they are injected by the mosquito. Dogs are infected with Heartworms when bitten by a mosquito carrying the immature Heartworm larvae. There obviously is no way to keep your dog from being bitten by mosquitoes, and outdoor dogs are especially at-risk for contracting heartworms. Fortunately, a preventive medication can be given to dogs which destroys the “baby” heartworms that can be injected into the dog by the mosquito before they have time to migrate through the body and grow up in the heart of your dog. The important thing for dog owners to remember is that a great deal of damage can occur before any obvious signs are noticed. Delayed treatment may result in heart failure and/or permanent damage to the liver, lungs, and kidneys – with eventual death. The signs of heartworm disease, which you are most likely to notice, include coughing, sluggishness, rapid tiring, and labored breathing. Diagnosis is made by finding the microfilaria in a blood sample. It will be six or seven months after exposure before microfilaria can be detected in the blood. Treatment for heartworms consists of destruction of the adult worms with intravenous medica-

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tion given at the hospital. The dog usually must stay at the hospital for 3-4 days. After treatment, the adult worms die and are carried by the blood to the lungs where they lodge in small blood vessels. There they decompose and are absorbed by the body over a period of several months. Reactions to the drugs are not uncommon, and there is always some risk involved in treating a dog for heartworms. Following treatment, complete rest is needed to prevent lung damage from the dead, decomposing worms for 68 weeks. We strongly recommend using a safe preventive medication. These medications are available as a chewable treats or as part of a topical application

from any veterinarian. Heartworm prevention has become quite economical, and only needs to be given once per month, while treating a dog for heartworms can be risky and is always very expensive. You can give your dog heartworm prevention on the first day of each month to make it easier for you to remember! If you forget, please give the medication as soon as remembered, provided it has been less than two months since the last dose. If it has been longer than two months since the last dose, you must bring the dog to the clinic for a blood test before again resuming administration of this medication. In this area, we recommend that the medication be given all year long since our mosquito season is quite variable. Dr. Dan Meakin is the owner of All Creatures Animal Hospital, 1894 Ohio Pike in Amelia. Call (513) 797-PETS.

vantage is the fact that it is removable; it comes in and out of the mouth. This means that it may also move when talking or chewing. In addition, a partial is sometimes difficult to get used to wearing. Another way to replace missing teeth is a bridge. The teeth on either side of the space are prepared to accept crowns. Then a prosthetic device is made in a dental laboratory for the prepared teeth and the space. This device is then cemented onto the anchor teeth and the patient gets a more permanent replacement for those missing teeth. The patient can expect normal chewing function as if that tooth had never been missing. The disadvantage of this procedure is that sometimes the dentist needs to grind on healthy teeth to replace the missing ones. And it is necessary to keep the area under the bridge especially clean, as it is more difficult

OSU Extension: Day Camps to teach farm safety to kids School-aged kids across Ohio will have the opportunity to take part in a series of day camps sponsored by Ohio State University Extension this spring and summer focused on how to stay safe on the farm. Farm Safety Round-Up Day Camps are designed to offer youth real-world experience and emphasize farm safety with a goal of teaching kids how to avoid injury, said Kathy Mann, an OSU Extension program coordinator in agricultural safety and health. OSU Extension is the outreach arm of Ohio State's College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences. The day camps seek to educate kids about the possible hazards they might encounter on the farm, whether they live on the farm or just visit one, Mann said. "Farm safety is important year-round, but

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spring kicks off the Ohio Farm Safety Round-Up Day Camp season," she said. "Each year, the camps help some 1,000 youths statewide learn how to protect themselves and their family members from dangerous situations that can occur on or near farms." Some of the issues the day camps will examine include: all-terrain vehicle (ATV) safety; how quick equipment moves compared to how fast a human can react; working safely around livestock; and important safety rules for the farm, Mann said. The day camps are free, with some being open to the public while others are offered to school districts for class field trips, she said. The camps are as follows: Putnam County: April 9-10 at the Gerding Farm. The camp is open to school groups only. Contact Ruth Gerding, camp

coordinator, at 419-5235608 ext. 238. Auglaize County: May 18 at the Four Seasons Recreation Complex and Park. The camp is open to school groups only. Contact Don or Lois Baumer, Farm Bureau volunteers, at 419-628-3420. Wood County: May 27 at the Agriculture Incubator Foundation. The camp is open to school groups only. Contact David Little, camp coordinator, at 419-833-3611. Ross County: July 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at Hirsch's Fruit Farm in Chillicothe. The camp is open to the community, with ages to be determined. Contact Mary Fleming at 740-272-6313 for more information. Monroe County: Date to be determined. The camp will be open to school groups only. Contact Bruce Zimmer, OSU Extension educator, at 740-472-0810 for more information.

Author to speak at G’town library Amish fiction writer Mary Ellis will be appearing at the Mary P. Shelton Library in Georgetown on Saturday, April 27 at 1:30 p.m. Ellis grew up close to the eastern Ohio Amish Community in Geauga County. She and her husband now live close to the largest population of Amish in the country – a four county area in central Ohio. All three of her Miller Family series - A Widow’s Hope, Never Far From Home, and The Way to a Man’s Heart have

made the bestseller lists for both the Christian Book Association and the Christian Book Distributors group. Ellis will be discussing research ideas and creative inspiration. Autographed copies of her newest novel, Love Comes to Paradise, will be available for purchase during her visit. If you love Amish fiction or are an aspiring writer, don’t miss this opportunity to talk with an expert in the field! Contact the Library at (937) 378-3197 for more information.

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OTH to hold tack exchange, clinics Ohio Therapeutic Horsemanship: Hope, Healing & Horses, a nonprofit, therapeutic horsemanship program located at Cherry Ridge Farms, near Georgetown Ohio will be holding their 3rd Annual Brown County Tack Exchange & Horseman’s Clinics Fundraiser. The event will be held at the Brown County Fairground on Sunday, April 21, 2013 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. New to this year’s fundraising event, not only includes the tack exchange of new and used horse related items and many other items, but will include a variety of Horseman’s Clinics with

the following lineup: 11-11:30 a.m.: Saddle Fitting: Bob Schneider 11:30 a.m. -12 p.m.: Horse Show Fashions with Kaitlyn Lehman 12-12:30 p.m.: Happy Horse Massage Therapy LLC, with Jennifer Ebbing 12:30-1 p.m.: Ohio Therapeutic Horsemanship Presentation 1-1:30 p.m.: Feeds and Supplements with John Carney 1:30-2 p.m.: Farrier Stephen Poston 2-2:30 p.m.: Natural Horsemanship with Happenstance Stables 2:30-3 p.m.: Sunshine Therapeutics with Jocelyn Metzger OTR/L

3:30-4 p.m.: Spring Shots & Vaccinations with Dr. Burroughs Raffle tickets will also be sold to win an HDX Hydraulic Dump trailer as shown. Please contact Brian Attinger, Tack Exchange Coordinator at (513) 824-5650 to purchase a table to set up and sell at $20 each. Or to purchase dump trailer raffle tickets at $10 each. Drawing to be held For more info about Ohio Therapeutic Horsemanship www.cherryridgefarms.org. or Sabrina Mignerey, Program Director at (513) 867-5309 or by e-mail at ohiotherapeutichorsemanship@yahoo.com

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If you are missing teeth, your mouth is not in a healthy state. When a tooth is missing, the remaining teeth can migrate into the open spaces and change positions. They can super-erupt (“grow” out of the gum appearing longer) causing the softer root surface to be exposed, which can put someone at high risk for cavities. The teeth that super-erupt may also get in the way of normal chewing and functioning. It is never too late to replace missing teeth, but the best time to act is right after extraction (or even before if possible) to ward off the movement of the teeth. The possibilities for replacing teeth include partials, bridges, and implants. A partial denture is perhaps the simplest way to replace several missing teeth, especially if teeth on both sides are missing. An impression is made of the remaining teeth and a framework with prosthetic teeth is custom made in a dental laboratory. The partial is then delivered and adjusted by the dentist. This procedure is the most inexpensive way to replace missing teeth, but a disad-

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Ripley FFA holding Fun Fridays The Ripley Union Lewis Huntington FFA Chapter is conducting Fun Fridays during lunch for the remainder of the school year. Recently they had an FFA Recruitment Day for potential FFA members where current members had to bring a non member to lunch and explain what the program had to offer. The students had a nice meal prepared by Mr. Bahnsen and Mr. Stanfield and following the lunch they discussed the importance of Agricultural Science and the classes for the upcoming season. Thank you for the great turnout and we expect to see a great turnout of students for next year!

ODNR seeks nominations of farm families who excel in conservation The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) will acknowledge Ohio farm families who are leaders in the areas of conservation for the 2013 Conservation Farm Family Awards. The awards program is sponsored by the ODNR Division of Soil and Water Resources, Ohio Farmer Magazine and the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation. The Conservation Farm Family Award program has recognized Ohio farm families since 1984 for their efforts in managing natural and human resources while meeting both production and conservation goals. Individual farmers, partnerships or family farm corporations are eligible for nomination, provided a substantial portion of their income is derived from farming. The judging is

based on the nominee's use of new and traditional conservation techniques, comprehensive management, individual initiative in applying conservation measures and the nominee’s willingness to share conservation information, experiences and philosophy with others. Five area finalists will be selected from across the state, and these finalists will be recognized at the annual Farm Science Review in September. They will also receive a $400 award, courtesy of the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation, and be featured in the September issue of Ohio Farmer Magazine. Nomination forms can be obtained from local county soil and water conservation districts or by visiting the division’s website. The forms must be re-

RULH Class of 2003 Reunion scheduled The Ripley Union Lewis Huntington High School Class of 2003 will be having their Class Reunion on Saturday July 13, 2013 at The Snappers Saloon 1 Main St. Ripley, Ohio 45167 at 7 p.m. This reunion will be a social only. Dinner will not be provided. RULH Class of 2003 members, RULH Current and Former Faculty and

Guest are all invited. For more information and event updates please visit our Group Facebook Page www.facebook.com/groups/ RULH2003 or email John Stohlman: john@meadowcrestfarms.com or call John Stohlman at (513) 383-1991 or write him at 11987 Runyan Drive Cincinnati, OH 45241

Magic Waters Theatre auditions scheduled Magic Waters Theatre will hold auditions for all of their summer shows on April 20 and 21, 2013 at the amphitheatre on Cave Road near Bainbridge. There will be many opportunities for folks who would like to be in the plays this year, as there are many, many roles to be filled. Magic Waters casts folks with no theatre experi-

ence at all, as well as many folks with extensive theatre backgrounds. The auditions will be from 1 - 5 p.m. on either April 20 or 21, 2013. For further information or to try to arrange an alternate audition day call (937) 3651388. In the event of rain, the auditions will be held at the producers’ home next door.

turned by May 1 to Ohio Farmer Magazine, 117 W. Main St., Suite 202 , Lancaster , Ohio 43130 . Food and agriculture is Ohio ’s No. 1 industry, and agriculture is the largest land use in the state. More than 60 percent of Ohio 's land is used for crop production and pasture. Farming has a large impact on the state's land, water, woodland and wildlife resources. It is important to maintain a balance between agriculture’s important contribution to Ohio ’s economy and the environment through conservation and wise resource management. ODNR ensures a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all. Visit the ODNR website at ohiodnr.com.

You’ve probably heard the phrase, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” Eating breakfast has many benefits. And the name itself describes one reason for making it a point to eat breakfast every day. If you split the word in two parts, you are left with “break” and “fast.” Breakfast is actually just that – a break in a fast. During the night when you are sleeping, you are not consuming any food so your body is experiencing a “fast” overnight. Eating in the morning “breaks” that fast. Another benefit of eating breakfast is its effect on overall food intake for the rest of the day. Research shows that those who consume breakfast in the morning are less likely to eat a large amount of calories later on in the day. Furthermore, those who eat breakfast consume less sweets and soft drinks, and consume more vegetables and fruits. These factors play a role in weight management. Some other benefits of eating breakfast that might entice you to include breakfast in your morning routine include helping with attention span, concentration, and memory. It can also reduce irritability and tiredness. If you don’t eat breakfast because you don’t feel hungry in the morning, consider eating a little less in the evening. Eating a heavy meal or snack in the evening can leave you feeling less hungry the next morning. Try to incorporate multiple food groups into your breakfast. Also, including protein and fiber can help

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penses will be paid for thanks to a generous grant from Susan G. Komen for the Cure. To schedulae an appointment call (937) 378-6892 or toll free (866) 867-6892.

Stein Hospice offers support group for grieving adults A support group for men and women grieving the loss of an adult loved one will meet for six consecutive Tuesdays, beginning May 7 at the Ohio Veterans Home Chapel, 2003 Veterans Blvd., Georgetown. The “Serenity Seekers” support group will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m.

Stein Hospice social worker Denise Emerson is the facilitator. The group is free and available to anyone in the community whether or not they have had previous involvement with Stein Hospice. For more information or to register contact Denise, (937) 378-2900, ext. 2766, demerson@steinhospice.org

The Brown County Health Department offers free HIV and Hepatitis C testing. These screenings are by appointment only. You must call (937) 378-6892 or toll free (866) 867-6892 to schedule an appointment with one of the nurses. The HIV test consists of an oral swab and the Hepatitis C test consists of a fin-

gerstick. Individuals who think they may be infected should be tested as soon as possible. The ssoner the diseases are discovered, the better their affects can be treated. This service is offered by the South Central Ohio Education and Test Center and The Brown County Health Department.

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Students of the Georgetown FFA Plant Science Class attended Ag Reality on Friday March 1, 2013. This was an educational fun event where members “owned” a 300 acre farm that they had to farm. Students had to purchase farming equipment, seeds, animals and what ever else they needed to operate their farm. This was not only a great opportunity for students to learn how to operate a farm, but it was a good time to meet members from others schools and learn about negotiation with businesses. Georgetown FFA students who participated include Merle Davis, Tanner Pack, Caty Fussnecker, Madison Pack, Ashley McKinney, Veronica Johnson, Alicia Gifford and Haley Meranda.

St. Mary Catholic School in Hillsboro, will be having a Texas Hold'em Tournament on Saturday, April 6 at 119 E. Walnut St. Casino Tables open at 5 p.m. and the tournament begins at 6 p.m. $25 preregistration fee-$30 at the door. For more information call (937) 840-9932. Then on Tuesday, April 9 the St. Mary Catholic School in Hillsboro will be having a Quarter Auction and Spaghetti Dinner at 119 E. Walnut St. Dinner will begin at 5:30 p.m. and the auction will start at 6:30 p.m. If any independent vendors would like to participate, please call the school at (937) 840-9932.

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Central Ohio Opry Classic Country and Bluegrass Show will be held on Saturday, April 6 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. featuring performers Dee Dee Darling and David Schrenk. Admission is only $8, children under 12 free. This event is being held at the Clay Township Park (old Buford School).

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Aberdeen Book Sale Event, sponsored by Ripley Friends of the Library will be held on Saturday April 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the newly acquired annex at 19 Main Street in Ripley. 1000’s of books as well as VHS and DVD’s to select from both old and new. Please call the library at (937) 3924871. “Spring Fling” Craft Show at Williams Corner Church of God, 6162 St.Rt. 132 in Goshen, will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 6. Vendors include Primitive Birdhouses, Longaberger, Thirty-one, homemade baked items, and many, many more. Lunch available. For more information call (513) 519-7159. Texas Hold’em Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 6 at the St. Mary Catholic School in Hillsboro, 119 East Walnut Street. Casino tables open at 5 p.m. and the tournament begins at 6 p.m. $25 pre-registration fee, $30 at the door. For more information call (937) 840-9932. SSCC Theatre Presents ‘Lend Me a Tenor’ at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6 and also on Sunday, April 7 at 3:30 p.m. in the Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on SSCC’s Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive in Hillsboro. For more information visit www.sscctheatre.com.

MONDAY, APRIL 8 TOPS Chapter in Mt. Orab meets at 5:30 p.m. every Monday, including April 8 at the Mt. Orab Public Library, 613 S. High Street. Further information is available by calling Velvet Frye at (937) 444-7237. The Brown County Diabetes Coalition will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 8 at the Georgetown Methodist Church from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Everyone is invited. For more information call the Brown County Health Department at (937) 378-6892. Jackson Township Trustees Meeting will be held at 8 p.m. on Monday, April 8 in Ashridge. The public is invited to attend this meeting. Free Beginners Zumba Classes are being offered by Ideal Nutrition in Mt. Orab and the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church to help improve local residents health. The classes begin at 5 p.m. on Mondays, at the church’s fellowship hall. Classes will be on Mondays and Wednesdays weekly. For more information please call (937) 444-6161. Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Monday, April 8, at the commissioners office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. The public is invited to attend. Perry Township Trustees Meeting will be held in Fayetteville at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 8. This meeting is open to the public. Brown County Sugar Helpers Group will meet on Monday, April 8 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Georgetown Methodist Church. Everyone is invited to learn more about diabetes with special speakers, educational material, diabetic recipes and more. Please come and bring a friend. Hamersville Village Council will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 8. This meeting is open to the public.

Mt. Orab Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the lodge, 110 South High Street at the New Harmony Lodge on Monday, April 8. For more information contact Bob Richmond at 444-4791. This meeting includes a meal. Higginsport Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 8. This meeting is open to the public. Northern Brown Senior Center located at St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer the library visit, diabetes support group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Georgetown Methodist Church on Monday, April 8. For more information contact Nancy Stegbauer, activities director at (513)875-2317, voice mail #3. Sardinia Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, April 8 for it’s regular meeting. This meeting is open to the public. TOPS Chapter in Sardinia meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday, including April 8, at Sardinia Church of the Nazarene on Sardinia-Mowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Regina Davidson at (937) 446-3714. TOPS Chapter in Ripley meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday including April 8, at the Ripley Church of the Nazarene, 230 North Second Street. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501. TUESDAY, APRIL 9 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. Revival Services at God’s Mission in Hamersville is set for Tuesday, April 9 through Sunday, April 14. Evening services begin at 7 p.m. and Sunday begins at 10 a.m. The church is located at the corner of Sisterville and Walnut Streets in Hamersville. For more information call (937) 378-4558. Ripley Village Council Meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9. This meeting is open to the public. Quarter Auction and Spaghetti Dinner will be held at 5:30 on Tuesday, April 9 at the St. Mary Catholic School in Hillsboro, 119 East Walnut Street. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m. and the auction will start at 6:30 p.m. If any in-

dependent vendors would like to participate, please call the school at (937) 840-9932. Huntington Township Trustees will meet in regular session at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9 in Aberdeen. This meeting is open to the public. Zumba Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness on Tuesday, April 9 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.

Stanley M. and M. Donna Adamson to Stanley M. Adamson, 1.63 acres and 1.48 acres of land in Clark Twp., filed 3-22-2013 Fannie Mae and Nicole Calderone and Daryl McDaniel to Cecil Hinkle, 8.99 acres of land in Clark Twp., filed 3-23-2013, $59,900 John W. Gardner to Keith Anderson, 3.36 acres of land in Clark Twp., filed 3-26-2013, $56,950 Richard G. and Marilyn S. Kirk to Richard G. and Marilyn S. Kirk, InLot 4 in Adkins Sub., in Hamersville, Clark Twp., filed 3-25-2013 Toni L. Fader to Kimberly Reynolds, 4.99 acres of land in Franklin Twp., filed 3-25-2013, $131,000 Glen W. and Susan Jones to Richard L. Fenstermacher, In-Lot 662 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp., filed 3-26-2013, $1,000 Jason and Melissa Phillips to Thomas and Mary Weingartner, InLot 3317 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp, filed 3-26-2013 Linda and Stephan Hahn to Anissa J. Wallace, In-Lot 3891 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp., filed 3-22-2013, $100 Marianne and Robert J. Holste to Robert J. Holste, In-Lot 2587 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp., filed 3-22-2013 Gloria and Gary Herrmann to Brenda Huddle, In-Lot 51 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Franklin Twp., filed 3-22-2013, $50 Teresa Vance to Chad A. and Melanie B. Hawk, 25 acres of land in Green Township, filed 3-21-2013, $55,000 Roger and Russell Sullivan and Federal National Mortgage Association to Shawn M. Farley, .26 acres of land in Green Township, .69 acres and .05 acres of land in Sterling Township, filed 3/22/2013, $100,000 Valerie A. Vasselet, etal to Valerie J. and Daniel V. Wright, 3.51 acres of land in Green Twp., filed 3-252013 Charles Carter and Cat Goodlander to Cathy Carty, 1.07 acres and 1.07 acres of land in Green Twp., filed 3-22-2013 John N. and Genevieve Dickson to Genevieve Dickson, In-Lot 23 in Schubert Addition in Mt. Orab, Green Twp. and .44 acres of land in Mt. Orab, filed 3-22-2013 Daryl Phillips to Neanne L., Travis and Joshua Pierce and Daryl Phillips, 54.57 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 3-25-2013 William M. Whitaker III, etal to Randy and Sandy Ginn, 7.10 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 325-2013, $100 Glen A. and Jennifer A. Bass and Federal National Mortgage to Paula Horsfall, 5.64 acres of land in Huntington Twp., filed 3-22-2013, $19,000 Stephen J. and Paula Penny, trustees to Bellebeau LLP, Lot 1 and Lot 2 in River At Aberdeen Sub. in Aberdeen, Huntington Twp., filed 3-

21-2013, $182,500 Lowell Roark to Forrest and Janet Little, In-Lot 15, In-Lot 16, InLot 17, In-Lot 18, In-Lot 7, In-Lot 8, In-Lot 9 and In-Lot 10 in Block D, Huntington Twp, filed 3-27-2013, $15,000 Charles Gulley to H&S Excavating and Trucking, Inc., .38 acres and 5.38 acres of land in Aberdeen, Huntington Twp., filed 3-22-2013, $115,000 Danielle J. Ladrigan and Fifth Third Mortgage Company to Lawrence P. Faul, 1 acre of land in Jackson Twp., filed 3-22-2013, $53,000 Gary H. and Nancy J. Gray to Waynoka Property Owners Association, In-Lot 1074 and In-Lot 1075 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 3-22-2013 Mathew R. Stroop to Kenneth D. and Tracy L. Crank, In-Lot 1678 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 3-21-2013 Marian F. Norman to Tonia Marie Fano, In-Lot 2006 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 3-26-2013, $1,000 Eugene and Lowanda J. Hale to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, In-Lot 2 in Shady Woods Acres, Jefferson Twp., filed 3-262013 Dorothy J. Bryant to Dorothy J. and Patricia L. Bryant and Dan Frazier, 5.18 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 3-26-2013 Lonnie A. and Jennifer E. Freeman and the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to MidFirst Bank, In-Lot 9 in Ro-Da-Pa Acres in Lewis Twp., filed 3-26-2013 Delbert and Cheryl S. Bumgardner to Delbert Bumgardner and Lisa C. Banks, 45.20 acres and 43.39 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 325-2013 Sisters of Mercy of Cincinnati to Douglas B. Schmees, In-Lot 894 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 3-252013, $750 Logan E. Little to Jason and Heather Breeze, In-Lot 1512 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 3-262013 Kenneth R. and Brenda Wells and Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation to James and Donna Vilvens, In-Lot 866 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 3-21-2013, $55,500 James D. and Mary Ann Lehn to James D. and Mary Ann Lehn, trustees, 2 acres of land in Perry Twp., filed 3-22-2013 Danny and Linda Gibson to Scott Ball, 4.27 acres of land in Perry Twp., filed 3-21-2013, $39,000 Paul Denniston to Brette A. Barber 1.97 acres and .02 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 3-22-2013, $95,000 Woodrow and Sandra G. Pressley to William Alex Pressley, 1 acre of land in Pike Twp., filed 3-27-2013 Cordelia Snider to Vernon M. and Sheilia Hanke, .44 acres of land in Pike Twp., filed 3-25-2013, $63,000 Steve C. Miller to Steve C. Miller,

.45 acres of land in Georgetown, filed 3-25-2013 Steve C. Miller to Steve C. Miller, .62 acres of land in Pleasant Township, Georgetown, filed 3-25,2013 Sheryl K. and Richard R. Cheatham to Julia and James C. Brassel Jr., and Dennis J. and Connie S. Christie, 30.51 acres of land in Sterling Twp., filed 3-26-2013, $121,400 John and Gail Carver to John A. and Donna Gail Carver, 4.62 acres of land in Sterling Twp., filed 3-222013 Bank of America, NA and Marci J. Malott to Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Lot 8 in Miranda Acres Sub., in Sterling Twp., filed 3-22-2013 William C. and Bonnie L. Meeks to Straight Creek Bushman, LLC, Lot 10 and Lot 11 in Center Point Marina, Union Twp., filed 3-26-2013, $36,000 Grogan Family Limited Partners to Marshall W. and Catina R. Spurlock, 122.04 acres of land in Union Twp., filed 3-21-2013, $245,000 Paul T. Owens and Village of Ripley, Incorporated to Board of Trustees of the Union Township Public Library, In-Lot 103 in Ripley, Union Twp., filed 3-26-2013 Jerry M. and Cheryl D. Reisinger to Gary D. and Brenda Hardyman, In-Lot 23 and In-Lot 24 in Bare Addition in Sardinia, Washington Twp., filed 3-21-2013, $20,500

Marriages Karla Danell Shoemake, 56, Mt. Orab, biological science to marry Dale Jacob Shoemake, 56, Mt. Orab, retired, filed 3-22-2013 Ashton Nichole Rickey, 26, Russellville, Brown County Vet Office to marry Michael Douglas Bentley, 29, Georgetown, Autozone Manager, filed 3-26-2013 Patience Marie Cook, 37, Blanchester, homemaker to marry Mostafa Mahmound Mostafa, 34, Blanchester, business owner, filed 322-2013

Probate Bette M Beam, Williamsburg, case #20131064, DOD 2-27-2013, filed 3-21-2013 Kevin C. McGann, Georgetown, case #20131062, DOD 3-4-2013, filed 3-21-2013 Franklin Alexa Moe, Georgetown, case #20131068, DOD 7-92012, filed 3-27-2013 Louise B. Vasselet, case #20121065, DOD 4-15-2008, filed 3-21-2013 Mary Waits, Mt. Orab, case #20131063, DOD 2-21-2013, filed 3-21-2013 Eugene Wilmoth, Sardinia, case #20131066, DOD 12-6-2011, filed 326-2013 Addie F. Woodruff, Mt. Orab, case #20131067, DOD 2-20-2013, filed 3-26-2013

Fayetteville Village Council Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10. The public is invited to attend this open meeting.

Russellville Village Council Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9. This meeting is open to the public.

Sit and Stitch will meet 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, April 10 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.

Yoga Classes will be offered by Snap Fitness, 127, North Point Drive, Mt. Orab at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9 at the center. Members of Snap Fitness as well as non-members are welcome. Please call (937) 444-5230 for details and new hours.

THURSDAY, APRIL 11 Yoga Classes will be offered by Jane Amiot, each 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.

Byrd Township Trustees Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9 in Decatur. This meeting is open to the public.

Kick-boxing Classes will be offered on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. on April 11, 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.

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, APRIL 10 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 call Bobbi Wilson at (937) 446-4662. Book Club for Adults will meet at the Fayetteville-Perry Library at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10. The library is located at 406 North East Street and may be contacted at (513) 875-2665. Wilson Shroufe VFW Post 9772 Meeting in Mt. Orab will be held on Wednesday, April 10 at the Pike Township Building on SR 774. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information contact Bill Cornetet at (937) 618-0325.

Book Club for Adults will meet at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 11 at the Fayetteville-Perry Library. Everyone is invited to take part. The library is located at 406 North East Street and may be contacted at (513) 875-2665. Green Township Trustees Meeting will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 11 in Greenbush. This meeting is open to the public. Legion Hall Bingo is held each Thursday (including April 11 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. Northern Brown Senior Center located at St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer arthritis exercises at 9:30 a.m., on Thursday, April 11, volleyball practice, and lunch is out. For more information contact Nancy Stegbauer, activities director at (513)875-2317, voice mail #3. Kindergarten Registration at Mt. Orab Elementary will be held between 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 to 3 p.m. and again from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 11 at the Mt. Orab Elementary School. Please stop by the office to pick up registration packets.

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Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, April 10, at the commissioners office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. The public is invited to attend.

Common Pleas CIVIL CASES Assisted Living Concepts, Inc., versus Frieda Hall, case #20130225, filed 3-21-2013, Action: other civil Nationstar Mortgage versus Michael D. Holtkamp, case #20130226, filed 3-21-2013, Action: foreclosures JPMorgan Chase Bank, National versus Robert Aubry, case #20130227, filed 3-21-2013, Action: foreclosures U.S. Bank National Association versus Brenda J. Adams, case #20130228, filed 3-21-2013, Action: foreclosures Progressive Northern Insurance versus Sarah Welte, case #20130229, filed 3-22-2013, Action: other civil Midland Funding LLC versus Rebecca Gilliam, case #20130232, filed 3-25-2013, Action: other civil New Falls Corporation versus Steven Highfield, case #20130233, filed 3-25-2013, Action: other civil Citifinancial, Inc., versus Dale G. Haynes, case #20130235, filed 326-2013, Action: foreclosures Daniel L. Henges, Sr., versus Brown County Sheriff, case #20130238, filed 3-27-2013, Action: other civil Tracey McCloud versus Jonathan Kools, case #20130240, filed 3-27-2013, Action: other civil (stalking) Anesthesia Staffing Consultant versus Southwest Healthcare of Brown County, case #20130241, filed 3-27-2013, Action: other civil Fifth Third Mortgage Company versus Rodger L. Jones, case #20130242, filed 3-27-2013, Action: foreclosures DOMESTIC CASES Patricia A. White, Bethel versus Bill L. White Jr., Georgetown, case #20130230, filed 3-22-2013, Action: dissolution of marriage Edra Dunham, Cincinnati versus John E. Dunham, Williamsburg, case #20130231, filed 3-25-2013, Action: termination of marriage Darrell Cann, Feesburg versus Janet Cann, Bethel, case #20130234, filed 3-26-2013, Action: dissolution of marriage Stephen J. Parrish, Mt. Orab versus Jessica J. Parrish, Manchester, TN, case #20130236, filed 3-272013, Action: dissolution of marriage Cristina Oliver, Georgetown versus Johnathan Kods, Georgetown, case #20130237, filed 3-27-2013, Action: domestic violence Tracey E. McCloud, Georgetown versus Jonathan Kools, Georgetown, case #20130239, filed 3-272013, Action: domestic violence Douglas Creech Jr., Winchester versus Angela C. Gurzi, Kingman, AZ, case #20130243, filed 3-272013, Action: termination of marriage

Union Township Trustees will meet in regular session on Thursday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the library. This meeting is open to the public. Yoga Classes will be offered at the Snap Fitness Center in Mt. Orab, 127 North Point Drive beginning at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11. These classes are open to both members and nonmembers. Call (937) 444-5230 for more information. Georgetown Village Council will meet in regular session at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 11, and is open to the public. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab. FRIDAY, APRIL 12 Free Knitting and Crocheting Classes at the Rambler Center (old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville will be held 10 a.m.-noon Friday, April 12. 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. Northern Brown Senior Center located at St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer the large Quilt Show at Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati on Friday, April 12. For more information contact Nancy Stegbauer, activities director at (513)875-2317, voice mail #3. Fraternal Order of Eagles, Auxiliary #2293 will hold a fish fry on Friday nights including April 12 beginning at 5 p.m. Dinner will include cod fish, french fries, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw and a drink. The FOE is located at 600 Mt. Orab Pike in Georgetown. For carry out orders please call (937) 378-4330. SATURDAY, APRIL 13 Annual Health Fair at Southwest Regional Medical Center will begin at 8 p.m. and run until noon on Saturday, April 13. Anyone with questions about this event please call (937) 3787830 or (937) 378-7831. Spring Talent Show, the first of its kind will be held at the Gaslight Theater, presented by The Gaslight Theater Association on Saturday April 13 (round 1) and Saturday April 20 (rounds 2 & 3). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. show begins at 7 p.m. This exciting event is being sponsored by the Brown County Chamber of Commerce. For more information visit www.gaslighttheaterohio.com. Annual Pancake Breakfast at the American Legion Carey Bavis Post 180 in Georgetown has been set for Saturday, April 13 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The post is located at 1001 South Main Street and the cost is only $6 for ages 13 and up and $4 for 12 and

under. For more information call (937) 378-6059. Phileo Ministries Clothing Ministry will be open on Saturday, April 13 and 27, and on Tuesday, April 16 at 110 Winchester Street in Sardinia. This ministry is to help meet the physical needs of people in the tri-county area and is a ministry of Tri-County Baptist Church. For more information call (937) 446-1416.

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Benefit for Linda Mowen (lost everything in a fire) will be held at noon until 8 or 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at the Cherry Fork Community Center. This event will include a craft show with bakers and homemade candy, Purses by Shirley, Jewelry by Velvet, Scentsy Candles, Thirty-One and many more. Plus there will be a Gospel Singing and a Silent Auction. For more information call Julia at (937) 544-3698.

Annual Spring Break Dinner at the Russellville Church of Christ will be held on Saturday, April 6 at the church located at 136 South Columbus Street, US Rt. 62 in Russellville at a cost of $10 a meal for adults and $5 for children. Children under five are free. For more information call (937) 377-5505.

UPCOMING EVENTS Gospel Singing and Dinner, sponsored by the Byrd Township School Preservation Committee will be held on Sunday, April 14 at the Decatur Community Center on St. Rt. 125. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Kay Fry at (937) 3733703. Weather Spotter Training will be taught by the National Weather Service to citizens, businesses, schools, and anyone else interested, on Monday, April 15 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Reservations must be sent to Brown County Emergency Management Agency at bcema@frontier.com or call (937) 378-5100. The class will be held at Southern Hills Career and Tech Center located at 9193 Hamer Road in Georgetown. Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 17 at 7 a.m. in the morning at the BWSCD office located at 706 South Main Street in Georgetown. For more information call (937) 378-4424. Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities will meet in regular session at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17 at the center, 9116 Hamer Road in Georgetown. For more information call JoJean Seip at (937) 378-4891, ext. 32. Book Club for Adults will meet in regular session at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17 at the Georgetown Public Library, 200 West Grant Street. For more information call (937) 378-3197. Brown County Public Library regular monthly meeting will be held at 6:30 on Wednesday, April 17 at the Sardinia Library, 13309 Purdy Road in Sardinia. For more information call (937) 4440181. Book Club for Adults will meet on Wednesday, April 17 at 11 a.m. at the Sardinia Library, 13309 Purdy Road in Sardinia. For more information call (937) 446-1565. R-U-L-H Kindergarten Registration has been scheduled for Thursday, April 18 for any child who is five years old on or before September 30, 2013. Registration will take place at the RULH Elementary School library from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Northern Brown Senior Center located at St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer Chair Volley Ball Tournament at Georgetown Church of Christ, registration begins at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 18. For more information contact Nancy Stegbauer, activities director at (513)875-2317, voice mail #3. Revival at Bethel Shiloh Church of God will run from Friday April 19 through Sunday, April 21. Friday and Saturday services will begin at 7 p.m. and Sunday’s service will begin at 11 a.m. Event features Evangelist Alva Robinson from Corbin, KY. The church is located at 2771 Oakland Locust Ridge in Bethel. For more information contact Pastor John Neal at (513) 3172253. Brown County Singing Convention will be at the Apple Street Christian Church on Apple Street in Georgetown, on Friday, April 19. Anyone who would like to be a part of this singing with a special song, poem or any other God given talent should join us. For questions please contact Larry Downing at (937) 446-3259. Mt. Holly Christian Chapel sponsors Christian Country Gospel Singing on Friday, April 19 at 7 p.m. at the chapel, 2141 East Ohio Pike in Amelia. Event will feature great gospel music, refreshments/food and door prizes. This event is free to the public. For more information call Dan Cook at (513) 509-7312. Central Ohio Opry Classic Country and Bluegrass Show will be held on Saturday, April 20 from 7 to 9:30 p.m. featuring performers Dee Dee Darling and David Schrenk. Admission is only $8, children under 12 free. This event is being held at the Clay Township Park (old Buford School). Audition Days at Magic Waters Summer Theatre will be held on Saturday, April 20 and Sunday, April 21 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the theatre. For more information call (937) 3651388. Northern Brown Senior Center located at St. Martin Hall, 20864 St. Rt. 251 will offer a visit from the library with Amy Habig Extension Service, ‘Take charge of your diabetes on Thursday, April 22. For more information contact Nancy Stegbauer, activities director at (513)875-2317, voice mail #3. Trip to KeeneLand in Lexington Ky, by the Brown County Health and Wellness Foundation has been set for Wednesday, April 24 and is open to all. Deadline for purchase of tickets is set for mid April but tickets are limited and are available on a first come-first served basis. If interested please call Teri Baumann at (937) 378-7712.

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SATURDAY April 6 Book Sale sponsored by the Friends of the Aberdeen Library will take place on Saturday, April 6 from 10 a.m. until 1:45 p.m. For questions, please contact the Friends’ president, Penny Westheider at (937) 795-8026.

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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. CAHALL BROS., Inc. located in Georgetown, Ohio is seeking candidates for a Parts Counterperson. Duties & responsibilities include but not limited to: Assisting walk-in customers, selecting required parts, offer specials, pulling purchases from stock, answering phone calls, providing price quotes & other information, setting up orders for daily shipment, delivery, or pick up. Person must have Parts and Sales experience, valid Driver’s License, & High School Diploma or equivalent. Agricultural Equipment knowledge is required. To become part of our team, apply at Cahall Bros., Inc. at 50 Cahall Bros. Lane in Georgetown, Ohio or call Roland Cahall at 1-800-474-4095 to schedule an appointment. Cahall Bros., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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GEORGETOWN-ONTHE-SQUARE, 1BR, 1ba, equipped kitchen, heat furnished, washer/dryer available, perfect for young couple or professional, $475/mo., deposit required. 513-625-4371. 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.

flash.baseball@yahoo.com SEMI DRIVER NEEDED 25 years old, clean CDL Class A with 2 years experience. OTR Flat bed. Home weekends. Call 937-446-1707.

Summary of Duties: Knowledge of social services; coordinates intake and eligibility and Facilitate Board services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities, assess service needs; develop Individual Service Plan for all individuals on assigned caseload; assists individuals and families in selecting qualified providers of services; knowledge of behavior support planning and programs; monitoring of the implementation of service plans; review unusual incidents and major unusual incidents for pattern and trends; provide 24 hour crisis intervention services as needed; able to define problems; collect data and communicate effectively in written and oral form; completes service and training documentation, and maintain records and reports in a timely manner.

APPLY IN PERSON AT: 4073 Tollgate Road Batavia, Ohio Office hours: M-F 9:00am-3:00pm www.residentialconcepts.org 513-724-0094

DRIVERS, LABORERS, FLAGGERS, EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Brown Co. Asphalt 11254 Hamer Rd. Georgetown, OH 45121 Must apply in person.

DRIVERS: OWNER OP’s Solo CDL-A Dedicated. Loaded both ways. Morehead to Toledo. No Upfront costs. Home most weekends, no touch, Orientation-$500, Fuel Card. Surcharge all miles. Doug: 888-992-2718.

Qualifications: A minimum of Associate’s Degree in Special Education, Rehabilitation, Social Work/Mental Health or closely related field. Eligibility for ODODD Service and Support Administration Certification, Specialist Level, required. Satisfactory BCII and drug screen check. Computer skills required. Valid Ohio Drivers License.

2nd & 3rd SHIFT Full Time Positions

200 - HELP WANTED

DRIVERS: CDL-A Home Weekends! Regional No-Touch + Sign-On Bonus. Good Pay/Benefits. CDL-A w/1yr Experience required. 513-761-9600.

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“SPRING FORWARD WITH THIS DEAL” Studio - $319.00 Call, it won’t last! 513-724-3951

300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED SARDINIA Efficiency, $350., some utilities paid. Also, 2br House $500, 3-4br house $600, no dogs, no smoking. 513-309-4349 or 513-309-4319. WAITING LIST now open. Owensville Commons Apartments is currently accepting applications for 1br apartments for 62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled regardless of age. Applications taken M-F 9:30a.m.-3:30p.m. 513-732-6935 TDD #1-800-750-0750 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.” Equal Housing Opportunity

303 - HOUSES FOR RENT FELICITY/GEORGETOWN AREA, 3br, 1ba, newly remodeled, country setting. References & background check required. No pets inside. $500/mo., $500/dep. 606-845-2291 & 270-404-0349. GEORGETOWN: 3BR home w/detached garage & basement. Newly remodeled thru-out. Nice kitchen w/appliances, washer/dryer hook-ups. $695/mo+utilities & deposit. 513-335-1870. SARDINIA - 3br, 1.5ba, ranch home, attached garage, no pets, security deposit & references required, $575/mo. Call 937-446-9371. 3br, 1ba, washer/dryer hookup, total electric, new furnace & central air, new paint/vinyl/carpet, new windows, attached garage, new deck w/nice yard, outside of Mt. Orab, WBSD, $800/mo. plus deposit. 937-483-6324

307 - MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT MOBILE HOME 16x80, 3br, 2ba, no pets, Mt. Orab area, 937-4442720, $500mo. plus deposit.

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

400 - HOUSES FOR SALE MT. ORAB - 3br, 2ba completely remodeled, 2-car garage, 1-acre, $59,900. For more info call Travis 937-213-3365.

403- MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE ABANDONED DOUBLEWIDE with land, PLEASE TAKE OVER, $3500 deposit. 888-221-4503.

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)

507 - SEWING & ALTERATIONS For all your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.

509 - ELDERLY CARE LOOKING FOR in-home care for elderly gentleman in Russellville. Light Cooking, light housekeeping, evening hours, maybe some daytime hours. Starting pay $8.00/hr. & gas allowance. Call Peggy at 513-410-4837.

602 - ANTIQUES 9-PIECE WALNUT dining set, circa 1920’s w/lighter in-layed wood. 2-leaves, 4-chairs, buffet, china cabinet/hutch. Originally purchased by grandparents. $650. 513-335-6022.

606 - FARM MERCHANDISE 2008 JOHN Deere 5425 loader, cab, heat, air, price $8200. Call or text 614-547-9433 hastety5@juno.com

607 - FIREWOOD 501 - CHILD CARE DAYCARE HUGS & KIDS, LLC. 6th & Willow St., Williamsburg Call Dorothy Lewis 513-218-7471 or Stephanie Lewis 859-801-0125

504 - BUSINESS SERVICES LANDSCAPING/MOW ING, MULCHING, pressure washing, staining & cleaning decks & retaining walls. Senior discounts available. Contact Khris at 513-505-3652.

LAWN-LANDSCAPING-TREE SERVICE. 15 years experience. Send email with info to: cinciservices@hotmail.com or call 513-372-1715.

QUALITY PAINTING Interior/Exterior Pressure washing, decks, staining & restoration, clean out & demolition, hauling. Free estimates! Contact Khris 513-505-3652.

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

608 - FARM PRODUCE INTERESTED IN a freezer beef, home grown black cattle fed out for you. Contact Cody Beucler for more information at 937-515-9699.

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

FREE TO good home 506 - CLEANING mixed female Himalayan IT’S SPRINGTIME! cat (marked like HimalaTime to think about some yan) about 3-years old, fixed, declawed, Spring Cleaning! I have great references & up-to-date on shots, very great rates. I also clean shy; needs quiet home. weekly & bi-weekly. 513-485-2205 leave mesCall 513-255-4342 sage if no answer.

Work Schedule: Flexible as needed, normally Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Application deadline: Until filled Apply to: Brown County Board of DD 9116 Hamer Rd. Georgetown, Ohio 45121 Fax # 937-378-4891 or email

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DRIVERS NEEDED Tanker Endorsement Needed 2 Years Experience Class A CDL Local Hauling Home Every Night Call TCB Trucking 513-309-7559 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 DAVID’S BRIDAL Wedding Dress for sale, never been worn, no alterations, dress & 2-Tier Slip $600, Veil, Blusher, Tiara $200. Size 12 White dress - cap sleeves, satin A-line, Chiffon split white veil - bead sequin scallop edge, Silver Tiara - Pearls & Crystals. 937-444-2906, leave message.

807 - TRUCKS FOR SALE 1966 MASSEY Ferguson 135, live power, good condition. $4500. 937-444-1598.

808 - AUTOS FOR SALE 1930’S-PRESENT

MARK WANTS running, wrecked, dead cars and trucks. Now paying $150 - $400/cash for complete vehicles. FREE TOW! 937-446-3021 or 513-739-0774 JUNKED, WRECKED unwanted autos, autos, trucks, motorcycles, etc., some towed free, cash paid for some. Call 513-734-1650

901 - SALES FOR SALE 7-jet Jacuzzi whirlpool 5' corner tub with brass faucet and plumbing hardly used cost $1500 sell for $250 OBO, 4 solid pine panel doors 16" and one 28" decorative solid pine door sell all for $50 OBO 937-213-2060 FOR SALE: New electric fence supplies, including fence chargers, insulators, wire, etc. at 50% off retail price. Large amount available. Klayton Juillerat. Call 937-205-5256. WEDDING PROPS Candles, Wicker Baskets, Candelabras, Silk Flowers, Wreaths, Urns, Display Case & Store Fixtures. Call 937-618-6862.

HUGE FAMILY Yard Sale every Fri., Sat. & Sun. from 9am-7pm at Holly Lanes on St. Rt. 125, Amelia. Lots of items for home, clothes for kids & adults, great prices.

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1346373 Ripley Business opportunity! Own a retail music store & established Recording Studio set up & recording!! 6 rentable storage units for add'l income. All of this on .13 ac w/public utilities. Total renovation on bldg. TURN KEY OPERATION. $159,900

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

1340923 Russellville Area of fine farms this Log Home truly has it all! 3BD, 2BA. 360 degree wrap around porch. Floor to ceiling stone WBFP, study, huge MBR suite w/soaking tub & stand alone shower, walkout bsmt. to 21.45 acres. 9 level acres-remainder rolling & wooded. $249,900

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We can represent buyers on ANYONE'S listing! * Classic Victorian * 3 Bed 2 Bath * Appliances * Corian Counters * Hardwood Cabinets * Integrated Sinks * 3 Season Room * Attached Garage

* Open Layout * 3 Bed 2 Bath * Appliances * Many Updates * Large Rooms * Built in Hutch * Mudroom * Attached Garage

40x60 Garage, Fruit Trees, Grape Arbors Small Business, Rental, Endless Possibilities

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. $199,900

1312624 - Georgetown - Walk back in time as you enter the front door of this magnificent home! 3BD, 1.5 BA. Double parlor, fluted wdwk 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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1344277 - Mt. Orab - Brand new flooring, paint, fixtures & 2 car garage door openers. 3BD, 2BA. Cute, clean & ready to move in! Mbr. suite. Blt. in toybox/window seat in 2nd. bdrm. 36x24 detached garage & shed all on 1.5 ac. Mins. to Eastgate. $79,900

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

1350199 - Williamsburg - Beautiful 0.46 acre in town on public water & sewer. Natural gas. House has termite damage. New roof. $17,500

EN 1343983 - Mt. Orab - Have it finished your way! 90% complete. Bath tubs set in place. 3BD, 2BA. All electric established. Furnace & kitchen cabinets are in the hse. and ready to install. 56x28 det. gar. has water and elec. one shed stays. $125,000

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

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

PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION

LOCATED: Charles Gulley Riverside Mobile Home Park #1180 St. Rt. 52, Aberdeen, Ohio 45101

SATURDAY APRIL 13, 2013 AT 10:00 AM

4 Mobile Homes, 1999 Ashland 14x70, M.H. Sabre 14x60, M.H. Nashua 12x60, 14x70 mobile home, 1995 Sunny Brook 33 ft. 5th wheel Camper with 2 slideouts, 1985 Mercury Sea Ray 18 ft. Boat with inboard motor w/trailer, Race Car, 32 ft. enclosed trailer used to haul race car, KIA Car, car dolly, lg. Snap-On tool chest, disc brake caliber kit, aluminum wheels, misc. race tires, 2 1/2 ton jack & other jacks, misc. chains, DeWalt gas air compressor, Snap-On battery charger, pipe wrenches, car hoist lift, bolt cabinet, bearing press, space heater, Workwell drill press, chain saw, water pump, leaf blowers, misc. chains, metal walk board, chain binders, chain hoist, parts washer bench, upright air compressor, 10 HP 5500 watts Champion generator, hand saw, Snap-On lift, misc. containers of engine parts, box drill bits, air hammer, nail gun, tool boxes, cut off saw, bench grinder, ladders, battery tester, Shop Vac, box of sockets, torch outfits, vise, Huskee riding mower, 4 ft., 5 ft. & 8 ft. levels, kerosene heaters, copier, roll top desk, wood dinette set, bedroom suite. Terms: Cash day of sale or good check with proper ID. Statements made day of sale take precendence over previous advertising. NO BUYERS PREMIUM. Auctioneer Note: This is only a partial listing, garages are full, will find more interesting items as we prepare for sale. Lunch served. Not responsible for accidents. For more info & pictures go to www.auctionzip.com #8276 OWNER: CHARLES GULLEY ESTATE ROBERT MEADOWS & J.B. GULLEY CO-ADMINISTRATORS PROBATE CASE #2012-1163 DAVID GRIMES ATTORNEY SALE CONDUCTED BY AUCTIONEERS

1333914 - 10.5 acres corner of SR 32 and Klein Rd. Great frontage and drainage. Perfect location. $115,500

1342940 - Mt. Orab - Simply Amazing! Cathredral ceilings, expansive stone/ceramic work, exclusive lighting pkg, hdwd style laminate flooring. Hanstone quartz counter tops. French door leads to nautical playland, w/pool. Back yard fully fenced. Not a drive by!!!. $147,500

1258238Sardinia- 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

1336238 - 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. $129,900 E

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Georgetown Great investment opportunity or 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. $77,500

1344978 - Lake Waynoka Immaculate two story brick home w/hugh cov. back porch. Brand new gourmet kit w/island. Huge living room. Open foyer. MBR bath has custom built vanity & Jacuzzi tub. Entire house freshly painted. >3300 sq ft L/A & a full bsmt. All on 3 lots. $225,000

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

1322164 - i ia! sb& r - 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 1342936 - Mt. Orab - Unique bi-level home *Front bay wndw lined w/oak inside. 3BD. 3BA. *full shower in LL & covered deck off main level *Freshly painted *wood slat blinds *blt in whole house surge protector, exterior windows are ultra violet protected *Affordable util. bills. $122,500

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Garage Mahal!!! This immaculate 2 bedroom with bonus room can easily be converted to 3 bedroom. Wonderful upgraded kitchen. Huge 36x45 oversized garage with electric, 2+ attached garage. Roof and siding less than 3 yrs old. MLS #1349343

Great investment! Rehab this 1986 3 bedroom 1+ bath doublewide. Or super opportunity for new construction on this 4 acre level lot. Features septic, water, electric, phone, fencing, and driveway with nice detached garage and outbuildings. MLS #1339891

Pamela J Shipley 513-633-3559 Office: 937-444-1771 309 N. High St. Mt. Orab, OH pam.shipley@herrealtors.com

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

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

1341011 - Lewis Twp- Hardwood & laminate flooring thru-out. 3BD, 2BA. Ready to move-in! Lg. eat-in kitchen w/plenty of storage. Concrete slap completely underneath. Great home at an affordable price!! $64,900

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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. $209,900

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BILL HOLTON 513-312-1043 ASSOCIATE OF GUSTIN REALTY WM. J. HOLTON 513-218-4100 JESSE McKENZIE 513-218-2541 www.auction zip #8276

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SUNDAY APRIL 14, 2013 AT 9:30 AM

ANTIQUES, FURNITURE, COLLECTIBLES, GLASSWARE, COINS & MISC. BUILDING WILL BE FULL Lunch served. Not responsible for accidents. Check auctionzip.com #8276 for more info and pictures. SALE CONDUCTED BY

Wm. J. Holton 513-218-4100 Jesse McKenzie 513-218-2541 Associate of Gustin Realty www.auction zip #8276

AUCTION April 13, 2013 at 10:00 AM Location: 3760 Wheat Ridge Rd., West Union, Ohio 45693

Selling a private gun collection consisting of 85 guns including Winchester, Remington, Ithaca, Marlin, Stevens, Ruger, H&R, Taurus, Smith & Wesson, H&R, Colt, Titan, Walter, Belgium Browning, Charter Arms, etc. 41 knives to include CASE, PARKER CUTLERY, PARKER FROST, others. 1893 $10 gold piece, asst. silver dollars. NOTE: Visit Auctionzip.com #4988 for complete ad. Terms: CASH

Auctioneer Herbert Erwin

937.544.8252

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Preservation Committee sets 2013 events in Decatur Halloween Fall Festival at the Decatur Community Center and; Tuesday, November 5 Election Day Luncheon at the Decatur Community Center. The Preservation Committee also hosts an ice cream booth at the annual Decatur Day In The Park which is held the second weekend in July. All proceeds from these events go to support and maintain the Decatur Community Center.

The Byrd Township School Preservation Committee recently released the dates of their 2013 fundraising events which include: Sunday, April 14 Gospel Sing and Dinner to be held at the Decatur Community Center on State Route 125; Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Ice Cream Supper to be held in the Decatur Park on State Route 125; Friday, October 25 -

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American Legion Carey Bavis Post 180 now has a receptacle for old flags located near the main entrance to the post. Legionnaire Dick Courts made the container. Please feel free to bring old worn U.S. Flags and place them in the box for a flag retirement ceremony, date to be determined. All citizens are invited to attend to show respect to Ole Glory.

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Chatfield College in St. Martin, OH will feature free horse and carriage rides at the 2013 Quilt and Craft Show on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Chatfield College in St. Martin, Oh. The free carriage rides are courtesy of First State Bank and will be provided by Jo-Nel Farms in Georgetown, OH. The 2013 Quilt and Craft show will also feature a quilt show and contest, a quilt raffle, Craft and Quilt vendors, a used book sale, a student art display, a 5K Walk/Run, live music by Kinner Express, and delicious food by Fat Boys Dream Floating Restaurant. General admission for the 2013 Quilt and Craft Show is $3 for adults, $2 for senior citizens. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Chatfield College is located in northern Brown County, Ohio near the intersection of US Route 50 and 68. The address is 20918 State Route

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Quilt and Craft Show at Chatfield College to feature free carriage rides