THE BROWN COUNTY PRESS Vol. 37 No. 40
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Father and son found gunned down in A’deen BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press A father and son were shot dead in Aberdeen last week. The Brown County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the deaths of 61 year old Dannie Blanton and 37 year old Scott Blanton. In a press release, the Sheriff’s Office said both men died of gunshot wounds.
The bodies were discovered on Elm Street in Aberdeen on Friday, May 7 by the elder Blanton’s ex-wife. The Sheriff’s Office said that she opened the door and noticed one of the men laying on the floor and a bad odor in the house. Deputies were called, and when they arrived, they found the bodies of the two men inside.
Wagner said a number of rumors are swirling surrounding the deaths, but at this point there is nothing in the investigation that he can release that points to a motive. “There are certain aspects of the investigation that I cannot comment on at this time”, Wagner said. The bodies of both men were sent to the Montgomery County Coroner for autopsies.
Detective Sergeant Donnie Wagner said the men had been dead for an undetermined amount of time when they were found. Wagner said details of the case would be forthcoming, but that evidence was still being processed. “We’re waiting on autopsy results and other tests to come back and then we’ll know more”, Wagner said.
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The bodies of Dannie and Scott Blanton were found inside their home on Elm Street near Aberdeen.
Mt. Orab man facing death penalty after being charged with buying murder BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press
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Two women were found dead in an upstairs apartment at 4 South Main St. in Ripley. It is the building with the green trim.
Two women found dead in Ripley apt. BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press The bodies of two women were discovered in Ripley early Wednesday, April 12. Ripley Police Chief Harvey Bowman identified the women as 49 year old Linda Lakes and 48 year old Barb Bradford. They were in an upstairs apartment at 4 South Main St. Aberdeen Police Captain Don Newman said the manner of their deaths is still undetermined. “There were no visible signs of trauma or anything else obvious that would lead us to any conclusions at this time”, he said. Newman said the bodies
were discovered about 7 a.m. after the underage son of one of the women called him and said he was worried about his mother. “The boy said he hadn’t heard from his mother in a while and I went with him to the apartment and that’s where I found them”, Newman said. Additional officers from the Ripley Police Department were called, as well as an Investigator from the Brown County Sheriff’s Department. Georgetown Police Chief Buddy Coburn was also at the scene in his capacity as investigator for the Coronor’s Office. The bodies of both women were sent to Montgomery County for autopsies.
Meranda’s lawyer says judge ‘maniac’ BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press Tina Meranda’s attorney has filed a sharply worded response to the motion to dismiss her suit against Common Pleas Judge Scott Gusweiler, calling him a “power-mad megalomaniac who will tolerate no opposition to his vainglorious omnipotence”. Meranda filed a civil suit against Gusweiler in March for a “pattern of abusive, overbearing and inappropriate behavior” following a confrontation in February between the two over a set of keys to Meranda’s office.
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Gusweiler’s attorneys, George Jonson and Lisa Zaring, filed a motion to dismiss the suit on April 28. Meranda’s attorney, Eric Deters, filed the 15 page response to that motion on May 11. Deters begins the response by saying “At this stage of the pleadings, all of the following allegations in the Complaint (filed by Meranda) must be accepted as true.” He goes on to name the allegations against Gusweiler, including the primary confrontation in the suit over the keys to Meranda’s office. “...Defendant handed Plaintiff an Order directing her to provide him with the key to all public entrances to Plaintiff’s office and advising her he had a deputy sheriff waiting to take her to jail for contempt of court.” The response continues; “The County Prosecuting CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
Two Mt. Orab men charged with the murder of an Aberdeen man could face the death penalty. 33 year old Joseph Hensley faces Aggravated Murder charges for allegedly shooting 34 year old John Carpenter at his Stringtown Road home last April 20. 70 year old Dallas Tincher is charged with Complicity to Aggravated Murder for allegedly ordering the hit on Carpenter. “If this case goes to trial, we will be seeking the death penalty” said Assistant Prosecutor Chris Van Harlingen. Hensley’s girlfriend, 33 year old Sarah Clemmons of Mt. Orab, is facing Obstruction of Justice charges following the Grand Jury proceeding. She had been originally charged with Complicity to Aggravated Murder. According to the Brown County Sheriff’s Office, the murder was allegedly committed for a 900 dollar payment from Tincher to Hensley. So far, no motive for the killing has been released. Investigators determined that Tincher was friends with John Carpenter and his family. Detective Sergeant Donnie Wagner said that Carpenter was shot in the head as he sat in a living room chair. Wagner also said the house did not appear to be disturbed or burglarized. His body was discovered by the daughter of his live-in girlfriend, Ronda Buchanan, when she came home from school. Wagner said that Buchanan and Tincher were cousins. Buchanan, told the Press that Carpenter was “a good person and a wonderful dad to my kids.” She also said the two had planned to get marCONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Dallas Tincher (right) at his arraignment on Aggravated Murder charges. At left is his attorney, Gary Rosenhoffer.
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Charges dropped against Allan Wright BY Wayne Gates The Brown County Press Charges of Falsification and Tampering with Records charges have been dropped against Brown County Wildlife Officer Allan Wright. The Brown County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office submitted a “Nolle Prosequi” motion to dismiss the charges on Tuesday, May 11. Prosecutor Jessica Little said the appointed prosecutor for the case, David Kelley of Adams County, intends to conduct an independent investigation of Wright’s actions. Kelley will then present the case to another Brown County Grand Jury sometime in the next couple of weeks. Wright is accused of Tampering with Records and Falsification after allegedly allowing Eric Vaughn, a friend from South Carolina, to use his home address in order to purchase an Ohio resident hunting permit in 2006.
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The Division of Wildlife initiated an administrative investigation of Wright following the incident and gave him a verbal reprimand. Last October, the Office of the Inspector General for the
State of Ohio launched an investigation into the incident and it’s administrative resolution after receiving a tip from a confidential informant. CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
Rhonemus is remembered for strength and leadership in county BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press Brown County’s agricultural and history buff communities and young people across the county lost one of their biggest friends and supporters when Al Rhonemus, 83, died May 7 at his Aberdeen-area home. Mr. Rhonemus was best known to many people as a 38-year member of the Brown County Fair Board, which he served 20 years as president and eight years as secretary-treasurer. Mr. Rhonemus and Patty Rhonemus, his wife of 60 years, organized the Huntington Hotshots 4-H Club in the Fizzleville and Aberdeen areas, and he served 50 years as a 4-H advisor or volunteer. He served on the Brown County Planning Commission for 22 years, was a charter member of the Brown County Travel and Tourism Board, served on the Brown County Soil and Water Conservation Board, was president of the Brown CONTINUED ON PAGE 12
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Structure set to be built on Spice Street south of current structure aimed to create construction jobs and the village would need to get the fire station construction under way at least by fall in order not to lose that money. Construction would be anticipated for completion by sometime in 2011. Current Station Quite Old The current fire station is located on Spice Street and is south of and faces the Mt. Orab Post Office. It consists of a onestory building which Lunsford said was constructed probably during the 1930s and a twostory addition, built in 1966, over the south part of that building. The bottom part of the twostory area includes a bay for the Mt. Orab Life Squad’s three ambulances. The Life Squad is part of the Mt. Orab Fire Department. A new fire station is needed because the current building has serious structural problems, according to Lunsford.
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BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press The Village of Mt. Orab has been awarded $1.8 million in federally-subsidized bonds to help construct a much-needed new fire station in town. Mt. Orab Mayor Bruce Lunsford recently informed the Mt. Orab Village Council the village had received that money in federal Recovery Zone Economic Development Bonds. Lunsford said in an interview the village had requested $2.5 million, which is the estimated cost for the new building, and reported Mt. Orab likely will have to issue bonds for the balance of the cost. The mayor said the awarded federal money is
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He said some small fires have broken out in that building as a result of electrical problems, and the structure’s back walls keep separating. Some cracks are quite noticeable on the north outside wall of the two-story section. Lunsford also said MOFD and the Life Squad are a growing emergency program in a growing area of Brown County and need more space. The mayor said the population in the Mt. Orab area has increased, and new businesses in the area are attracting more customers and thus creating more traffic. All that adds to MOFD’s and the Life Squad’s potential workload. Mt. Orab Fire Chief Lisa Reeves said the current fire station, in addition to housing the ambulances, includes a business office, a meeting room, and staff members quarters, but all of those are cramped. She mentioned MOFD has 64 employees, all of whom are part-time except for herself and Fire Inspector Tommy Kirker. Most MOFD members also are trained in Emergency Medical
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Services work, the chief noted. Vehicles Housed Next Door Another building serving MOFD is located on Spice Street south of and next to the old building scheduled for eventual demolition. That building houses some of the Fire Department’s vehicles. Reeves said MOFD has 12 pieces of firefighting apparatuses including seven actual vehicles. Reeves referred to that structure, which was constructed in 1976, as a shell. Two firefighting vehicles sometimes are parked the one in front of the other in that building, and Reeves showed cramped space on the building’s north side in which firefighters have to squeeze between parked trucks and the area where their uniforms are hanging to obtain those uniforms. She said all the firefighting vehicles can’t be housed in that structure at the same time, and MOFD has to park the vehicles that can’t fit in there either on the street or near the Mt. Orab Municipal Building off the new Apple Street West. Lunsford said while that fire truck building currently is not being considered for demolition, it also has problems. It needs a roof, is not insulated, doesn’t meet federal and state energy codes, and has structural defects including wall cracks. Much More Space Forecast The new fire station the village currently is looking at obtaining includes a 6,400square feet bay building for MOFD and Life Squad vehicles and a two-story section that encompasses approximately 5,400 square feet for each story. The first story of that section will include spacious areas for gear, records and EMS storage; a work room; a crew room; a captain’s room; a training room; a kitchen and dining area; a maintenance area; and a decontamination room with a couple of showers. The top story will include seven separate sleeping cubicles for one person each, four individual showers, a crew area, a laundry room, a kitchenette, and a day room where firefighters and EMS workers may enjoy recreational activities while waiting to be called out
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Mt. Orab receives federal funds for new fire station
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Mt. Orab Fire Chief Lisa Reeves stands in the cramped area between the place where Mt. Orab firefighters’ uniforms are stored and where Mt. Orab Fire Department vehicles are parked in a structure built in 1976 on Spice Street in Mt. Orab.
on runs. Bond Ordinance Approved As part of the plans for that building, Mt. Orab Council members at their May 4 regular meeting adopted an ordinance providing for the issuing of notes by the village of Mt. Orab in a principal amount not to exceed $245,000 in anticipation of the issuing of bonds.
The bonds would be for the purchasing of two Spice Street properties the village needs for the new fire station and also for design costs for that structure. Lunsford said the current fire station eventually will be demolished and used for parking space badly needed by MOFD and Life Squad employees.
Marketplace sets new Grand Opening record Supermarket is largest of 111 Cin./Dayton Division stores BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press The new Kroger Marketplace in Mt. Orab set a new Grand Opening Day sales for Kroger’s record Cincinnati/Dayton Division, a spokeswoman with that supermarket company reported. Public Affairs Manager Betzler with Rachael Cincinnati/Dayton Kroger Food Stores Public Affairs declined to release the actual sales figures, however, for the
Marketplace’s first day of business on May 6. Betzler said the new Grand Opening Day sales record puts Mt. Orab’s new supermarket on top of similar sales receipts from the other 110 stores in the Cincinnati/Dayton Division. “We’re very happy to be able to support the Mt. Orab area and are thrilled with the positive feedback we have received from customers,” she said. Betzler also reported Mt. Orab’s new store, which encompasses about 133,000 square feet, is currently the largest Kroger store in the Cincinnati/Dayton Division. Further information is available by calling the Kroger Marketplace at (937) 444-5005 or (937) 444-6910.
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More than $35,000 raised at Eagan Family Benefit
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Volunteers who worked on the Rick Eagan Family Benefit display Certificates of Appreciation the Rick Eagan Family presented to them at the Benefit on May 8 at Georgetown Elementary School.
ly weren’t expecting that many people to show up with everything else going on.” Special Individuals Honored The Rick Eagan Family presented Certificates of Appreciation to those who volunteered to help them and had them come forward to the GES Stage to be photographed with the Rick Eagan Family. Those volunteers included Cornette, Charles Ashmore, Amanda Randy Colliver, Brannock, Jenny Conrad, Joe and Betty Dahlheimer, Barry Daulton, Bryan Daulton, Pat Daulton, Danny and Amy DeClaire, DeHass, Melinda Betty Dunkin, Myron Flaugher, Tony Fultz, Norma Green, Bruce Kattine, David Klump, Maria Klump, Danny Koehler, and Katie Menard. They also included Melissa Nead, Estel Newberry, Walt Orlowsky, JoAnn Otto, Nelson Otto, Mike Pasquale, Connie Patrick, Pete Paul, Martin Plymesser, Patty Poe, Danny Polley, Ryan Regenstein, Lois
Richendollar, Joe Rockey, Gerry Schumacher, Sara Schwallie, Jill Shaffer, Ken Stein, Drew Watson, Ruth Wesseler and Ed Wood. The Rick Eagan Family then called some special individuals to come forward and receive Certificates of framed Appreciation. They included three Mt. Orab Life Squad personnel who responded to the scene of Mr. Eagan’s traffic accident: paramedic Steve Troutman and intermediate Emergency Medical Technician Matt Dyer, who were present that night, and Basic EMT Mike Spitznagel, who wasn’t there; Jim Oberschlake, the person who called the accident in to Enhanced 911 (at the Brown County Communication Center in Georgetown); and the three E911 dispatchers who were on duty at the time of that call. The dispatchers included Beth Henry, who took that call; Andrea Snider, who dispatched police to the scene; and Katrina
McCray, who handled other related calls at that time. The Rick Eagan Family also a framed presented Appreciation Plaque to the Mt. Orab Fire Department, of which Mt. Orab Life Squad is a part. MOFD responded to the traffic accident scene that day. Children Honor Dad, Mom In what certainly was one of the most poignant moments at the Benefit, Tiffany Eagan presented a framed Certificate of Appreciation to her father from herself, her boyfriend, and her brother and his girlfriend. That plaque read, “In honor of Rick Eagan for the determination and all of your hard work, for being the bravest and strongest man we know. We are very proud of you.” Tiffany Eagan also presented flowers and a framed Certificate of Appreciation from herself and the other three young people to Margaret Eagan, her mother and Mr. Eagan’s wife. That plaque read, “For hav-
Woman who led police on chase sentenced to community control Defendant used car to ram Ripley police cruiser with officers inside BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press A Pike Township woman accused of assaulting two Ripley police officers during a chase in Southern Brown County last July has been sentenced to five years of community control. Karen A. Beckler, 41, whose address was listed as 1337 New Road, Harmony-Shiloh Williamsburg, pleaded guilty in Brown County Common Pleas Court on April 8 to two counts of felonious assault, each of which is a first-degree felony. Brown County Common Pleas Court Judge Scott Gusweiler sentenced Beckler on May 4 to five years of community control on each count with the two sentences to be served concurrently rather than consecutively, thereby making her total sentence five years. Her defense attorney, Val Lewis, and Brown County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Chris Erhardt were present. Background of Case Given In an interview last summer,
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Western Brown School District aims for safety Western Brown School District and the Village of Mount Orab have teamed up to apply for the federally funded Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. The Ohio SRTS Program supports projects and programs that enable and encourage active transportation like walking and bicycling to and from school. To apply for this program they need the general public’s input. On Wednesday, May 19th at 7pm in the Western Brown High School Community Room, they will hold a public meeting to gather information and identify issues regarding the current travel situation as well as the barriers that exists for walking and bicycle travel. If you can not attend the public meeting, a survey has been put up on the Western Brown District Office website http://www.wb.k12.oh.us/ind ex.htm) for general members of the public to participate and
Ripley Police Sgt. Adam Pennington said he clocked a blue Cadillac going 51 miles per hour in a 35 mph zone about 10:05 p.m. July 30, 2009, near the First Stop convenience store along South Second Street (U.S. 52-62-68) in Ripley. Pennington, who identified the driver as being Beckler, said he turned on the lights in his cruiser to make a traffic stop, but the driver kept heading east at about 50 mph. When the car approached the four-lane section of U.S. 52-62-68 in Aberdeen past a truck stop there, the driver allegedly began weaving in and out of traffic and increasing the car’s speed. The sergeant reported Aberdeen Police Investigator Dan Nichols and Brown County Sheriff’s Deputy Michelle Hudepohl joined in the pursuit of the Cadillac in Aberdeen. The car passed the Ohio River bridge where U.S. 62 and U.S. 68 head south off U.S. 52 to Maysville, Ky., and it continued eastward on U.S. 52. Pennington said the driver increased the car’s speed to 90 to 95 mph after leaving Aberdeen. He said the car traveled 3 miles into Adams County, went off the right side of the road and turned around to head west back toward Aberdeen. Pennington said he had closed in to block the Cadillac at an angle in front of that car. The driver then allegedly hit the accelerator and rammed the passenger side front of Pennington’s cruiser while he
Free dinner planned for Mt. Orab The Mt. Orab United Methodist Church is planning another Community Dinner. This is a free dinner for those in the Mt. Orab area. The meal will be May 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The menu consist of hamburgers, hot dogs, cole slaw, french fries and dessert. This meal has become a tradition that the church continues about every other month. If you are interested please call (937) 444-1046 by May 17.
and Ripley Police Patrolman Mark Kendall were inside. Pennington said neither he nor Kendall was seriously injured; that incident became the basis for Beckler’s indictment by a grand jury on felonious assault charges. Pennington said the driver then put her vehicle in reverse. He reported leaving the cruiser and going to its rear and holding the suspect at gunpoint, telling her to stop. She allegedly hit the gas again and started toward Pennington at the rear of the cruiser. He reported he had to move out of the way and let the Cadillac pass. Pennington stated he got back into his patrol car and began pursuing Beckler westbound on U.S. 52. Beckler traveled a mile and started to slow down again. Pennington started to slow down as well, but the cruiser’s brakes locked up, and struck the rear driver’s side of the suspect’s vehicle. The Cadillac reportedly spun around and struck a pickup truck that was pulled off the side of the road in the eastbound lane. The pursuing Aberdeen police cruiser then struck Pennington’s cruiser in the rear passenger side. Pennington said he turned his cruiser around to continued pursuing the Cadillac eastbound on U.S.52, but the cruiser had become incapacitated with a flat tire at about 10:16 p.m. The Aberdeen police and Brown County Sheriff’s cruis-
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ers continued pursuing the Cadillac. Pennington said he was told at 10:45 p.m. that police officers from Manchester in Adams County had gotten the vehicle stopped at Milepost 24 on U.S. 52. He said he was told Beckler was tased several times, arrested and taken to the Adams County Jail in West Union.
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The Rick Eagan Family Benefit raised more than $35,000 on May 8 at Georgetown Elementary School. The funds raised included an anonymous $5,000 donation on May 12. An estimated 700 people attended the benefit, which was held to assist Pleasant Township resident Rick Eagan and his family with medical expenses. Mr. Eagan was injured in a Scott Township traffic accident on Nov. 24, 2009. He is familiar to many Brown Countians as a Republican candidate who ran for Brown County commissioner in the 2006 and 2008 General Elections. He currently is listed on the ballot as that party’s county commissioner candidate for this fall’s General Election. Benefit Committee CoChairperson Kelly Cornette reported that the amount raised may increase because some pledged money is yet to be collected. Various Activities Held The Benefit included a Dinner for which tickets were sold, a Silent Auction, a Live Auction and a Split The Pot. Split The Pot winner Ashley White donated her $1,328 back to Mr. Eagan and his family. Mr. Eagan and his family were seated at a special table at the Benefit, and dozens of those attending stopped by to greet and encourage them. Mr. Eagan spoke from the GES Stage and told those who had come out that Saturday night, “I would like to thank everyone for this. It means a lot to my family.” In a May 12 telephone interview, Mr. Eagan’s daughter Tiffany Eagan said the turnout at the Benefit exceeded the family’s expectations. “We definite-
view this past Wednesday how her father was coming along, Tiffany Eagan said he is still on the road to recovery. He is staying at Ohio Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Ripley and is undergoing rehabilitation twice per day.
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ing a strong heart and being by dad’s side every step of the way. You’re the best! Presented to Margaret Eagan.” The plaques were signed by Tiffany Eagan and her boyfriend Ryan Regenstein and Doug Eagan and his girlfriend Sarah Applegate. Asked in her telephone inter-
BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press
Our state economy trapped by politics
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Reader sees political shakeup coming Dear Editor, It must be observed out of necessity that the status quo needs to be challenged and reassessed, especially when it proves to be inadequate. Such is the case with our nation’s two party political system. It is now time for the development of a viable third party to pick up where the Democrats and Republicans have failed their constituencies. Watch what develops over the next couple of years as disillusioned members of the major parties vacate them for greener pastures. A momentum is building at present as this nation teeters on the edge of collapse. Its
just a shame that it all took this long for people to catch on. (I can’t help it, I’ve always loved politics and the dynamics that play themselves out in this game). The ground swell will begin with those of a more libertarian bent who see the major parties as leaving behind a system of capitalism and free enterprise in favor of a more socialistic approach. they will be followed by hordes of independent voters who are tired of paying taxes, irregardless of the party occupying the White House and Congress. (Even those who cheered the idea of a national health care program will have
the Tea Party movement and other anti-tax groups. The Democratic and Republican parties have distanced themselves from the thinking of the average American - and the average American knows this. get ready for a backlash. Many will say that what I’m proposing will never happen. I say ... ‘just watch’. Call me Nostradamus. Call me Jean Dixon. Call me Miss Cleo. Call me whoever you want to call me. yeah. I’m making a prediction ... and I don’t need the help of a 900 number. Just watch and see. Rev. Sam Talley
School thankful for a warm reception Dear Editor, We wish to thank all those who made our school field trip a rousing success.
The staff at Brown County Rural Water Association gave us a royal reception. Divided into three groups, they
Doctor sees differences between BCGH and Mercy Dear Editor, I am writing in response to a recent article you wrote for the Brown County Press. It was the article titled, "Last Work Day Moved Up For Two Doctors" dated 4/30/10. In it you quoted Dr. Patridge as stating, ".... the care at BCGH is equal to that of Mercy Anderson." As a practicing obstetrician that has worked at both of these facilities I must disagree with this statement. Let me just bullet point some of the differences: - Mercy Anderson has a Level 2 nursery as opposed to a Level 1 nursery at Brown County - Mercy Anderson has in house dedicated OB anesthesia available 24/7 - Mercy Anderson has the capabilities of doing an immediate cesarean section in light of an obstetrical emergency as opposed to having to wait for 30 minutes for the team to arrive to Brown
County (the anesthesiology support and surgical team support are in house 24/7 at Mercy Anderson) - Mercy Anderson has a fully stocked blood bank if any bleeding emergencies should arise - most blood products are at least an hour away at Brown County - Mercy Anderson has neonatologists on staff - Mercy Anderson has perinatologisst on staff - Mercy Anderson allows patients to attempt a vaginal birth after a cesarean section, also known as a VBAC, while Brown County does not. While I would never state that Brown County gives inferior care or poor care, I do not feel it is appropriate to allow the community to think that Brown County gives equal care to that given at Mercy Anderson. Thank you for your attention to this matter. Dr. Brian Miller
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come to the conclusion that they got the shaft by then Obama will not be re-elected due to the increased debt.)The American voter is a fickle beast, but he always votes according to his wallet. Those who are more politically savvy will begin to pick up on this weariness and unrest among the voters and begin the formulation of a new political movement centered around economic freedom and the shrinking of government at every level. The rule of thumb will be the elimination of taxes - federal, state and local. Many of those absorbed into this movement will be those associated with
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showed us in a very informative and educational manner what goes on behind the scenes to provide our community with the gift of water. Then for several hours in a hot sun the staff of numerous emergency and civil services made it their business to educate our lot about what their day of work involves. Eric Weinman, state trooper; Dave Johnson, deputy, with his police dog; three firemen from the Georgetown and Hamersville Fire Dept. with a ladder truck; Dennis Lewis and the Georgetown ambulance; Ripley ambulance; Air Evac Lifeteam members with
the helicopter, made the children’s (and their parents’) day! Special thanks to Kathy Lewis for helping to coordinate everything. All of you and the departments you represented handled this duty in a most professional, informative, and friendly manner. We are indebted to you for your kindness today as well as your continued services to the larger community. We pray God’s blessing on you and your families for the responsibilities you carry. Gratefully, Still Waters Mennonite Church
DANNY BUBP was performed in the state of Washington, more than $4.1 billion in waste was discovered and eliminated from the budget. I believe that with Ohio facing an $8 billion deficit in the next biennial budget, a performance audit of the same nature would help fill the budget hole. House Bill 65, along with a collection of other House Republican job-creation and waste-reduction bills, could have both fostered a better business environment and encouraged job creation within our borders. My colleagues and I understand that to fix Ohio’s economy, we first need to be able to compete nationally for jobs. Instead, those in control of Ohio government have perpetuated a high-tax, anti-business status quo that families and small businesses simply can no longer afford. This General Assembly has been a time of missed opportunities and constant disappointment. The down economy could have served as a catalyst to bring about fundamental changes to the way Ohio does business, yet House Democrats chose the easier option—to raise taxes after squandering the dollars they already had. I will continue to encourage my colleagues across the aisle to explore cost-saving options that will benefit our already-existing businesses, so we can create jobs and boost our economy.
What Do You Think? “How appreciative are you of the military men’s and women’s sacrifices?”
“Greatly – if it wasn’t for them, we wouldn’t be able to have the type of life we have now in America.” Bob Hodge Georgetown
“I am very appreciative of the freedoms they allow us to have.” Angela Fetters Georgetown
“I am very appreciative because they fight for the rights of free speech, voting, all the freedoms we have.” Tina Buerkle Georgetown
“I am appreciative of the beautiful country we have and the sacrifices they have made to give us that.” Kim Vanhorn Sardinia
“I am appreciative of all the sacrifices. All you have to do is look and see the great things we have got, and how can you not be appreciative?” Connie Boone Sardinia
“I appreciate it considerably. The sacrifices they have made have contributed to the well-being of those of us in the United States.” Joe Hodge Dayton
Reader still supporting teacher who lost her job Dear Editor, I was overwhelmed by the response I got about the letter I submitted to you last week about Mrs. Benjamin losing her job. I wrote that letter because Mrs. Benjamin exemplifies the word DEDICATION. You will not find a more dedicated teacher who goes above and beyond the call of duty to ensure your child is getting the education he/she deserves. I met Mrs. Benjamin 8 years ago when my son was assigned to her
class, and I have requested her every year after that. Words cannot describe the impact she has had on my children, as well as their education. She deserves better from the Eastern School Board, and we need to make sure she doesn't fall between the cracks! Thank you Mrs. Benjamin, for all that you do! You are appreciated by the families you serve! Stephanie Brown
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After 12 consecutive months of double-digit unemployment, has your family felt the pain of this economy and the lack of leadership in Ohio? Back in April 2009, Ohio’s unemployment rate skyrocketed to 10.2 percent—the highest unemployment rate in our state in decades. Now, state unemployment is currently at 11 percent, despite numerous promises from state leaders to save jobs and make Ohio more businessfriendly. But to date, these promises have been left unfilled. Instead of working to fix the economy and make Ohio more competitive, many of the tax-andspenders in the Statehouse have forsaken long-term solutions in favor of short-term fixes. I ask you—can your family afford yet another 12 months of double-digit unemployment and thousands of more job losses? Can you afford the higher taxes, lower standard of living and substandard economy that have been created by Columbus’s big spenders? As your state representative and a staunch fiscal conservative, I believe that the key to expediting Ohio’s recovery is to look inward at state spending before even considering increasing the burden on the taxpayers. This General Assembly, I cosponsored numerous initiatives to reduce wasteful spending, which in turn would reduce the tax burden on Ohio’s families and businesses while encouraging economic activity. One such initiative is House Bill 65, which would require the Ohio Auditor of State to conduct performance audits of state agencies. When a similar audit
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GEVS District Board OKs certified, classified contracts Exempted Georgetown Village School District Board of Education members on April 21 approved 19 certified employee contracts and three non-certified (classified) employee contracts for the upcoming school year. The board, meeting in regular session, also approved other matters regarding the district’s 2010-11 School Year, which begins Thursday, July 1, of this year and continues through Thursday, June 30, 2011. Board members approved the following teacher contracts:
• John Copas and Cary Gray, continuing contracts beginning next school year. • Brent Caldwell, Brenda Dixon and James Loudon, four-year contracts. • Andy Creighton, Donna Devries, Sharon Jones and Sandra Reedy, three-year contracts. • Heather Bertram, Donna Day, Michael Jennings, Deanna Schrag and Kelly Tomlin, two-year contracts. Cunningham, • Shay Jennifer Gregory, Glenna Smith, Lee Walters and Jarett Young, one-year contracts. Smith and Walters are retire/rehire certified employees who were rehired after they had retired to receive
their state pensions for their years of teaching work. Their rehiring, at lower salaries than they received before they retired, is for one year at a time, and both those employees previously were hired in the GEVS Direct as retire/rehire employees. Board members approved the three following non-certified contracts contingent upon proof of completion of all employment requirements: • Jackie Kelch, bus driver, continuing contract. • Annette Bates, assistant cook, two-year contract. • Don Seip, one-year contract (retire/rehire). Substitute Workers Hired
Annual Relay For Life slated Friday, Saturday BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press Twenty-one teams from all over Brown County are scheduled to participate in the 2010 American Cancer Society Relay For Life this Friday and Saturday, May 21 and 22, at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Georgetown. That annual event in the county is a fund-raiser to benefit ACS' research and other work aimed at fighting and curing the despised and merciless disease of cancer. Brown County Relay For Life Chairwoman Rene Green said about $42,000 was raised in last year’s event in which about 200 people participated on June 19 and 20. Green said this year’s event was moved to May because of the weather, mentioning how the hot June temperatures last year probably kept attendance down. She reported the theme of this year’s event is “More Birthdays” because cancer survivors are able to celebrate more of those special days with the people they love. Money raised by Relay For Life provides funds for patient/family programs and research for a cure. This year’s event begins at 5:30 p.m. this Friday and is
scheduled to continue until noon this Saturday. Green described Relay For Life as a celebration in honor of all those who have battled cancer and the friends and families touched by that disease. Silent Auction Offered The event features numerous activities including a Silent Auction with great “day trip” packages participating teams have put together including tickets to places like the Cincinnati Zoo, Cincinnati games, Cincinnati Reds Museum Center and Kings Island. Other items available at the Silent Auction will include autographed Cincinnati Cyclones memorabilia, gas cards, and coupons for such restaurants as Butterbee’s Neighborhood Grille and Graeter’s Ice Cream. Relay teams will have campsites with food for sale and fun games and raffles to raise money. Rocking entertainment is planned all night long. Two disc jockeys will provide music, a Guitar Hero competition is scheduled, and live bands and fun games will keep the feet of those in attendance moving. The winning poem in a Relay For Life Poetry Contest will be read at Friday’s Opening Ceremony, and the winning artwork in a Relay For
Life Art Contest will be featured on the cover of the Event Program. Survivor Lap Is Highlight The Survivor Lap/Dinner and Luminaria Ceremony are the Relay For Life highlights, according to Green. The Survivor Lap is the Relay’s opening lap and is walked by cancer survivors who are in attendance. All participating survivors need to be at the fairgrounds by 5:30 p.m. this Friday. Those participants will receive a free commemorative T-shirt and are invited to a catered dinner in their honor. Restaurants such as Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken, Lake Manor and Fireside have provided the food, and Pepsi-Cola of Ripley has donated the drinks. The Luminaria Ceremony is a solemn time of remembrance, Green reported. Luminaries are placed around the center ring where the Relay takes place, and the names of cancer survivors as well as family members and friends lost to that disease are read to remind participants why they are there that evening. Anyone with further questions may contact Green at (937) 444-0456.
In other action regarding personnel, board members: • Approved Kristen Depenbrock as a substitute teacher for the 2009-10 School Year based upon the board-adopted salary schedule and contingent upon proper certification/licensure and completion of all employment requirements. • Approved Jeremy Gillman as a substitute teacher for the 2009-10 School Year based upon the board-adopted salary schedule and contingent upon completion of all employment requirements. • Accepted the resignation of Georgetown Elementary School librarian Kathleen Cahall for the purpose of retirement at the end of the 2009-10 School Year. • Accepted the resignation of Georgetown Junior/Senior High School science teacher Howard Willis at the end of the 2009-10 School Year. • Accepted the resignation of GES assistant cook Ethel Carrington for the purpose of retirement effective Saturday, July 31. • Non-renewed 18 non-certified employee and out-ofdistrict supplemental contracts for 16 different individuals at the end of the 2009-10 School Year. VLA Participation OK’d School board members also approved the following at the meeting: • Participation in the Jefferson County Education Service Center Virtual Learning Academy for the 2010-11 School Year. VLA is an Internet-based educational delivery system designed for grades 2-12 that provides alternative educational options for credit deficiencies, alternative programs, home-school students and summer school programs. The contract period begins July 1, 2010, and concludes June 30, 2011. • A 2010-11 School Year contract with Region 14 State Support Team/Hopewell Center near Hillsboro for special education services. • Pay period and payroll check distribution dates for
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Board of Education calls on the community to join with it in personally expressing appreciation to our teachers for a ‘job well done’.” The board’s next regular meeting is scheduled at 6 p.m. this Wednesday, May 19, at the GEVS Administration Offices, 1043 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown.
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The village of Mt. Orab increased in size by nearly 174 acres and expanded even further westward at the Mt. Orab
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Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reports that on May 10, 2010 at approximately 9 a.m. Deputies were dispatched to 14203 New Harmony Salem Road, Mt. Orab, for a subject stealing the metal roofing from a barn. Deputies were advised by the property owner that he was contacted by a neighbor when they observed the suspect attempting to remove the metal roofing from the victim’s barn. When the owner arrived and confronted the suspect, he fled on foot leaving his tools behind. The Sheriff’s K-9 Unit was called to the scene and tracked the suspect for approximately 1-2 miles. Other Deputies searching the area located the suspect on Tri County Highway near Nixon Road. The suspect has been identified as Scottie Lewis Boone, 33 years of age, whose last known address was Tri County Highway, Williamsburg, Oh. Boone has been charged with one count each of Theft, Felony
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the Eastwood Road and State Route 32 intersection and is both north of and south of SR 32. The land north of that major highway is near Rehling Road, and the land south of SR 32 is near Greenbush-Cobb Road. All the annexed land has been zoned Central Business District. Council members also adopted an ordinance providing for the issuance of notes in a principal amount not to exceed $642,000 in anticipation of the issuance of bonds for the purpose of acquiring additional water capacity purchase rights. The village will use that money to purchase additional water capacity from Pleasant Township-based Brown Rural Water County Association. That water capacity will supplement Mt. Orab’s water supply from Sterling Run Creek it treats at its water treatment plant, and Mt. Orab Mayor Bruce Lunsford said in a May 13 telephone interview the BCRWA-supplied water is aimed to help Mt. Orab with future growth. As a result of the ordinance, Mt. Orab’s water purchasing contract with BCRWA was extended from 20 years to 40, Lunsford reported. The council’s next meeting is scheduled at 8 p.m. this Tuesday, May 18.
Ripley Memorial Day Celebration set The schedule for the Ripley Memorial Day Celebration which will take place on Monday, May 31, 2010 has been set. We encourage everyone to fly their flags and join us as we observe this very important day. The Ripley Parade is a walking parade, no motorized vehicles except for the shuttle for members of the veteran organizations. There will be a judging for decorated bicycles and wagons at 12:30 pm on Front Street by the monument. Please come and join us as we honor those who serve and have served our country The schedule is as follows: 1 p.m. - Parade line-up on Front Street at the Main Street Monument, 1:30 p.m. - Ceremony at Main Street Monument; Parade following to Maplewood Cemetery, 1:50 p.m. - Ceremony at Red Oak Creek Bridge, 2 p.m. - Ceremony at Maplewood Cemetery.
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Three men are arrested in two Breaking and Entering incidents Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reports that on May 11, 2010 at approximately 3:50PM, Deputies were dispatched to a residence at 10271 East Fork Road, Russellville, Ohio for a burglary in progress. Sheriff Wenninger stated that the caretaker of the property arrived at the residence to discover two individuals loading items from the residence into their truck. The caretaker notified an off duty Deputy who lived nearby and also called 911. When Deputies arrived they arrested both individuals who had removed a stove, water heater and copper pipes from the residence. The two were identified as 25 year old Michael Pryor of East Main Street, Mt. Orab, and 20 year old Paul Chapman of Bethel. Both subjects were charged with Breaking and Entering and Theft. They remain in custody at the Brown County Adult Detention Center on a $5,000.00 bond. In a separate case, Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reports that on May 12, 2010 at approximately 2:20PM,
Deputies were dispatched to a residence at 34 Lake Street, Georgetown, Ohio for a breaking and entering. Sheriff Wenninger stated that a neighbor saw a male subject inside the residence, which was in the process of being remodeled, and called 911. Two officers from the Georgetown Police Department responded with the Sheriff’s Department to the residence. Upon arrival, they located the suspect inside the residence. The suspect was intoxicated and stated that he was looking for a place to stay. The suspect was arrested and transported to the Brown County Adult Detention Center. It was discovered that the suspect had been entered as a missing person by the St. Louis Police Department in Missouri on May 6, 2010. He has been identified as 34 year old Jason M. Barroca whose listed address was Harmony Lane, Georgetown, Ohio. Barroca was initially charged with Criminal Trespass, but additional charges of Breaking and Entering and Theft will also
be filed. Barroca remains in custody at the Brown County Adult Detention Center awaiting a bond hearing on the charges.
Western Brown offers open enrollment The Western Brown Local School District will once again be offering open enrollment to students outside the school district residing anywhere in the State of Ohio. The resolution permitting open enrollment shall become effective July 1, 2010 and end June 30th, 2011. The deadline for accepting open enrollment students during the 2010-2011 school year is October 1, 2010. Applications received after this deadline will be considered on a case by case basis. For more information regarding the policy and application you may download them from the district web site, or pick up in any of the district buildings or district office.
International mail fraud scheme unlawfully using insurance carrier names Ohio Department of Insurance Director Mary Jo Hudson is warning Ohioans that an international mail fraud scheme involving insurance companies and consumers has resurfaced. Consumers nationwide have reportedly received counterfeit checks that appear to have originated from insurance companies such as Nationwide Insurance and Progressive Insurance. The checks being issued to consumers range from $3,500 to $4,900 and come with a letter from such companies as Reader’s Digest informing the recipient that they won between $150,000 and $250,000 “Consumer Promotion Drawing” due to the fact they shopped at select retail establishments located in the US, Canada and United Kingdom during a specific period of time. The letter goes on to explain the check has been issued to cover the “NonResident Government Tax” or the “Tax Clearance Fee” the consumer will have to pay to a tax officer. The individuals sending these letters and counterfeit checks have no affiliation with any of the companies mentioned above and are illegally using their names. Recipients are told that in order to receive their prize money, they must cash the check and then send a specific amount, usually between $2,000 and $4,000, by Moneygram International or Western Union Money Transfer, to a specific address. Consumers should beware of “advanced fee scams” like this as they could lose a great deal of money. In this particular situation, if a consumer were to cash the phony check, they could find themselves owing the bank the entire amount of
the check plus additional fees charged by the bank. More information about this scam can be found at www.Fakechecks.org. As consumers are defrauded of millions of dollars each year, the Department would like to provide Ohioans with the following tips so they do not find themselves the victim of a mail fraud scheme: • If an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. • Be skeptical of any correspondence offering a large sum of money in exchange for a fee or specific personal information, such as a bank account number or your social security number. • Question the validity of any containing correspondence spelling or grammatical errors.
• Be leery of checks received from companies you do not do business with. The check is most likely fraudulent. • If the name of a well known company is noted on the correspondence received, contact the company to verify the legitimacy of the letter. • Be wary of sweepstakes or contests that require you to send money to a P.O. Box, a drop-box or an overseas address before you can claim your prize. Ohioans who receive or have received what appears to be one of these checks should immediately contact the Ohio Department of Insurance Fraud Division at 1-800-686-1527 or by visiting www.insurance.ohio.gov.
Animal shelter is topic at next Auxiliary meeting The Brown County General Hospital Auxiliary will have its regular monthly meeting at 1 p.m. Monday, May 17, in the BCGH Executive Conference Room, 425 Home St., Georgetown. This month’s speakers will be Jan Staubach from the Brown County Humane Society and Brown County
Dog Warden Bill Frazier. They will speak on the recent changes that have taken place at the Brown County Animal Shelter in Georgetown and the effect it will have in finding homes for shelter animals. The BCGH Dietary Department will serve refreshments.
BCGH Auxiliary hosting Uniform Sale on Thursday The Brown County General Hospital Auxiliary will host a Uniform Sale 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, May 20, in the main hallway of the hospital at 425 Home St., Georgetown. The sale will feature a large selection of uniforms at great
prices provided by Life Uniform. Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted. Sale proceeds will benefit the Auxiliary’s endeavors to purchase much needed equipment for the hospital.
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Crystal Rose Alexander, 47, died at her home in Hillsboro on Sunday, May 9, 2010. She was born Nov. 29, 1962 in West Union, to Eunice (Planck) and Paul Grisham. She was preceded in death by her husband Rick Alexander on April 8, 2003 and a brother, Mike Bender. She is survived by her son daughter-in-law, and Brandon and Mandy Pointer, Hillsboro, a daughter, Chelsea Alexander, Hillsboro, two grandchildren McKenzie and Brayden Pointer, three brothers and sister-in-law, Tony Bender, Hillsboro, Steven and Patty Bender, Mowrystown, David (and fiancé Sherry) Grisham, Sardinia, a sister and brotherin-law Penny and Greg Waits, Wilmington, mother and father-in-law Don and Naomi Alexander, Buford, grandmother Maxine Grisham, Sardinia, and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Friday, May 14, 2010 at the Thompson Funeral Home, Hillsboro. Burial followed in the Fincastle Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Thompson Funeral Home, 241 E. Main St., Hillsboro 45133.
Scott Blanton, 37, Aberdeen, Oh., passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2010, at his residence. He was born in Prestonburg, Ky., Aug. 7, 1972. He was a pipe fitter by trade. Scott is survived by his mother Edwinna (Woody) Thomas, Russellville, one son, Justin Edward Blanton, Pikeville, Ky., one sister, Paula Jo Blanton, Maysville, Ky., maternal grandmother, Pauline Lovely, aunt, Linda Gail (Bud) Montgomery all of Salyersville, Ky., two uncles, Donald (Joy) Blanton and Kenneth Harold (Jan) Blanton, both of Springfield, Oh., aunt Linda Conley, Lewisburg, Oh., aunt Marianne Blanton, a step sister, Allison Thomas and a step brother, Michael (Jenny) Thomas, San Diego, Ca. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Ed Lovely, and paternal grandparents, Hobert & Josephine Blanton. Scott was the son of Dannie H. Blanton, also deceased. Graveside services will be held at the Lovely Family Cemetery, Salyersville, Ky., at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be made to the Russellville Life Squad, P.O. Box 187 Russellville, Ohio 45168. Meeker Funeral Home is serving the family.
Nathan Phillip Hawkins, Sr., 90 Nathan Phillip Hawkins, Sr., 90, Moscow, Ohio passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2010. He was born Sept. 6, 1919 in New Richmond, Ohio. He was retired from Quality Control at the Ford Motor Company. He is survived by his wife, Myrtle L. Hawkins (nee Burns), Moscow; daughter Linda Hawkins Williams, of Florida; son Nathan P. Hawkins, Jr. of Indianapolis, Ind.; five grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Services were held Saturday, May 8 at the Egbert Funeral Home, Mt. Orab. Burial will be in Five Mile Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Ruby L. (nee Burns) Puckett, 75 Ruby L. (nee Burns) Puckett, 84, Bethel, died Sunday, May 9, 2010. Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Michael E. Puckett. She was the dear mother of JoAnn (Dave) Bandomer, Linda (Don) Combs, Gail (Drew) Vogel, Jeanne (J.D.)Daulton and John (Donna) Puckett, sister of Sally Caudill, Mary Eversole, Darlene Souder, James M. Burns, Larry O. Burns and the late Sabra Moorehead, Edna Hensley, Billy R. Burns and Jack (Seldon) Burns and she is also survived by fourteen grandchildren, twenty-eight great grandchildren and four great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services were Thursday, May 13, 2010 at the Bethel Pentecostal Church of God. E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel served the family.
Alfred C. Rhonemus, 83 Alfred C. Rhonemus, 83, Aberdeen, Oh., died Friday, May 7, 2010 at his home. He was a retired science and vocational agriculture teacher from Manchester schools and a farmer. Mr. Rhonemus was a United States Army Air Force World War II Veteran, a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church, a member of the Love Emmaus Community, a member of the Brown County Agricultural Society, a member of the Ohio Fair Managers Association, a member of the Ohio Farm bureau, a member of the Ohio and Brown County Cattleman’s Association, a lifetime member of the Ohio Retired Teacher’s Association, past president of Brown County Retired Teacher’s Association, lifetime member of the Ohio State University Alumni, a member of the Carey Bavis American Legion Post # 180 in Georgetown, Ohio, past lay leader of the West Ohio United Methodist Church Conference, a lifetime member of the Brown County Historical Society, a 4-H advisor for the Huntington Hot Shots 4-H Club, a member of Gideon’s International and a member of the Ohio Valley Local Board of Education for eight years. Mr. Rhonemus was born Sept. 18, 1926 in Martinsville, Oh., the son of the late George E. and Mabel (Cramton) Rhonemus. He was also preceded in death by an infant son, David Rhonemus and an infant grandson, Mark Ezra Rhonemus. Mr. Rhonemus is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Patricia (Games) Rhonemus; four daughters - Rev. Sharon Hausman, Somerset, Oh., Susan (Bruce) Wunderlich, Marietta, Oh., Sandra (Allen) Benton, Dublin, Oh., and Sara Ashworth, Wilder, Ky., two sons - Craig (Regenea) Rhonemus, Mayslick, Ky., and Mark (Cindy) Rhonemus, Pomeroy, Oh., ten grandchildren - Lauren and Kevin Ashworth, Stuart and Gary Benton, Audra Kitchen, Hannah and Andrew Wunderlich, Adam and Tony Rhonemus, and Shaunn Barron; a special nephew, John (Sherri) Holbrook, Southlake, Tx., two sisters - Hattie Mae Nixon, Eugene, Ore., and Kathryn (John) Harmon, Martinsville, Oh., two brothers - George F. (Mary) Rhonemus, West Union, and Larry (Eileen) Rhonemus, Deleware, Oh. Funeral services were held on Monday, May 10, 2010 at The Ebenezer United Methodist Church near Aberdeen. Rev. Sharon Hausman and Rev. Ken Harmon officiated. Interment followed in the Ebenezer Church Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to: Gideon’s International, the Brown Co. 4-H Scholarship Committee, the Ebenezer United Methodist Church or Hospice of Hope. Cahall Funeral Home, Ripley, served the family.
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Raymond Lewis Snyder, 70 Raymond Lewis Snyder, Sr., 70, Aberdeen, Oh., died Wednesday, May 5, 2010 at Ohio Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Ripley. He was a mechanic and a farmer. Mr. Snyder was born Jan. 16, 1940 in Fayette County, Oh., the son of the late Herschel and Christina (Cox) Snyder. He was also preceded in death by one son, Raymond Lewis Snyder, Jr.. Mr. Snyder is survived by his wife, Nancy E. Snyder; one daughter, Rebecca Powell of Kentucky, two sons - Terry Snyder, Aberdeen, and Bobby Snyder of Indiana; eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Cahall Funeral Home is serving the family.
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William ‘Bill’ H. Althammer, 75 William "Bill" H. Althammer, Sardinia, Oh.. died Sunday, May 9, 2010. A proud veteran of the Vietnam War and served his country for 14 yrs. He was the beloved husband of JoAnne (nee LaWarre) and loving father of Gregory S. Althammer, Christianna D. LaWarre and Michelle L. Althammer, dear grandfather of Brian, Deanna and Riley Althammer, John LaWarre and Taylor Althammer and great grandfather of one, devoted brother of David Althammer, Thomas Straub and Leah Becknell and the caring son of the late Harry & Helen Althammer and he is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews as well as many caring friends. Services were Thursday, May 13 at Strawser Funeral Home, Blue Ash.
June Smith, 76 June Smith, 76, Mt. Orab, Oh., died Tuesday, May 4, 2010. June was born in Brown County, Oh., on Aug. 3, 1933 to the late Lawrence "Huffy" and Ina Ona (nee Williams) Huffgarden. Mrs. Smith attended the United Methodist Church and was an avid gardner with a love of flowers. She owned and operated a greenhouse in Mt. Orab for many years. June was the beloved wife of Jesse Smith, Mt. Orab, and loving mother of Duane C. Smith, Sardinia. Services were held Saturday, May 8, 2010 at Megie Funeral Home, Mt. Orab. Interment was in Browns Chapel Cemetery, Pike Township, Oh.
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In Memory of Jo Wallace Schneider April 24, 1965 - May 20, 2000 God saw she was getting tired And a cure was not to be. So, He put His arms around her And whispered, “Come with Me.” With tear-filled eyes we watched her Suffer and fade away. Although we loved her deeply, We could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating. Hard-working hands put to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. There is no tragedy in life, like the death of a child. Things never get back to the way they were.
Milton M. Hopkins, Sr., 73, Hamersville, Oh., died Friday, May 7, 2010 at his residence. Mr. Hopkins was retired from General Motors, a member of the Arnheim Peace Lutheran Church and had been a member of the United States Air Force Reserves. He was born on Aug. 30, 1936 in Arnheim, Oh., the son of the late Wise and Pearl (Miller) Hopkins. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by two sisters – Marlyn Bissantz and Margaret Preble and two brothers – Edwin Hopkins and Bill Miller. Mr. Hopkins is survived by his wife – Bonnie (Yockey) Hopkins, three children – Milton Hopkins, Jr., Ripley, Natalie Kennard, Cincinnati, and Theron Hopkins and wife Heidi, Cincinnati, one step daughter – Beth Lang, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Services were Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at the Arnheim Peace Lutheran Church, where Rev. Ken Severa officiated. Interment was in the Peace Lutheran Cemetery. If desired, memorials may be made to the Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Boulevard, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 or to the Arnheim Peace Lutheran Church, 10581 DayhillArnheim Road, Georgetown, Ohio 45121. Cahall Funeral Home, Georgetown served the family.
Steven L. Helton, 37 Steven L. Helton, 37, passed away Amelia, Wednesday, May 5, 2010 Steven was born on Nov. 25, 1972 to Sandra and Starling Helton. In addition to his parents, he is the brother of Starla Menz, uncle of Sarah, Brandon and Bradley Menz. A graveside service was scheduled for Monday, May 10 at Graceland Memorial Gardens in Milford, Oh. E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, Amelia served the family.
Marcella “Marcie” Stricker, 65 Marcella "Marcie" Stricker, 65, Batavia, Oh., died Saturday, May 8, 2010. She was born on Nov. 5, 1944 in Waynesville, Oh., to the late Russell B. and Gwendolyn J. (nee Rice) Apgar. Marcie was the beloved wife of Harry D. Stricker, Batavia, loving mother of Russell William Neu, Leesville, SC., Lee Jean (Todd) Zech, Cincinnati, Coreal Lynn (Gary Freeman) Wilson, Williamsburg, and Bobbie Allen (Megan Carroll) Neu, Panhandle, dear grandmother of 20 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; caring sister of Margaret Bayne, Eastgate, Oh., Shirley Georgetown, Reynolds, Russell E. Apgar, Batavia, Kenneth Apgar, Batavia, Blair Apgar, London, Ky., Howard Apgar, Denver, Col., Edwin G. Apgar, Struthers, Oh., and Ellison "Sonny" Apgar. Services were Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Megie Funeral Home, Mt. Orab. Interment was in the New Market Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio or Caring Hearts.
Jean Peters, 76 Jean (nee Boothby) Peters , 76, Mt. Orab, died May 10, 2010. Jean was born April 15, 1934 to the late Ralph and Edna (Willie) Boothby. She was the widow of Bennie Peters, dear mother of Gary L. (Shelia) Burton and Terry W. (Terri) Burton, sister of Robert Boothby, also survived by 6 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Services were Friday May 14, 2010 at E.C.Nurre Funeral Home, Bethel. Internment was in the Tate Township Cemetery Bethel.
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ONE WAY OR THE OTHER Hebrews 11:6: “But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.” It all boils down to whether you believe or whether you do not. Down in Florida there is a place called Ripley’s Believe It or Not. They have a boat anchor there which was supposed to have been removed from a shark. So whether to believe that or not I do not know. But here is something that I do know: “...faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” We believe in a lot of things that we cannot see. For instance, when we pick up a cell phone we believe that we’re going to be able to talk to someone even though there are no wires attached. We believe that our voice is transmitted through the air but we cannot see the air which carries it. We exercise faith all the time. Consider this, when Jesus Christ died on the old rugged cross and shed His blood, He was dying for your sins and mine. John 3:16 tells us: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” The one word in this verse which determines whether you perish or obtain everlasting life is “believeth”. You must believe in the only begotten Son of God. You can hear about Him; you can know about Him; you can think about Him; but unless you believe in Him you can not be saved. Mark 16:6 states: “He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.” We believe that the believing comes before baptism. And if you are a believer you should be baptized. It does not say that he that is not baptized shall be damned. It absolutely states that he that does not believe shall be damned. Baptism is a result of believing. When you believe something you do it. If someone started pounding on your door in the middle of the night and yelling that your house was on fire, and if you believed it, you would definitely get out of bed and out of the house in a hurry. Listen, if you would believe in Jesus Christ and believe that He died on that cross, shed His blood for your sins, and rose again the third day, you could be saved. The Bible tells us in I
DR. CHARLES SMITH MT. ORAB BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH www.bbcmtorab.com John 1:7 that the blood of Jesus Christ cleanses us from all sin. It does not cleanse us from just part of it. It cleanses us from past sin, present sin, and future sin! If it does not cleanse us from our future sin, what good would it do to cleanse us from the past? We would soon add them up again. And then we would be right back where we started. The blood of Jesus Christ, God’s Son, cleanses us from all sin! That does not mean that we can practice sin. Hebrews 12:5-6 tells us: “...My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord, nor faint when thou art rebuked of him: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.” Even though the blood of Jesus Christ, God’s Son, has freed us from sin and from the power of sin, we still sin. And when we do, He can spank! But watch, when you get saved, He can and will help you to break those bad lifetime habits no matter what they are. I have seen it happen many times. You know, every one of us, and I am including myself even though I have served the Lord for over 50 years, deserves to go to hell. But I am not going there because I believe the gospel: the death, the burial, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ and I accepted Him as my Saviour. It does not matter how righteous you appear to be. Titus 3:5 states: “Not by works of rigtheousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost.” It is the blood which Jesus shed on the cross that is the onetime payment in full (Hebrews 7:27) for our sin. If you believe the Gospel and accept Christ then God the Father will accept you. It all depends on Jesus and on your own belief in Him.
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Day two includes a visit to the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center.
“Ohio in the Civil War” latest tour to explore state’s story
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The Ohio Historical Society will be hosting a bus tour throughout Ohio this summer as a preview of next year’s sesquicentennial commemoration of the Civil War. “Ohio in the Civil War” is expected to attract dozens of history enthusiasts as well as those interested in the Civil War, according to Mark Holbrook, a civil war historian and the tour coordinator. Visit Seven Civil War Landmarks June 7-9 “In commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, the ‘Ohio in the Civil War’ bus tour will be making stops at many key historical sites in Ohio to help explore the story of the state and its people during this important time in our country’s history,” said Holbrook. The three-day tour, June 79, will traverse the state to visit seven Civil War landmarks. The first day features a tour of the Ohio Statehouse, which was fully completed in 1861. Participants will learn what it was like here during the war as well as about Abraham Lincoln’s three visits in 1859, 1861 and 1865. The tour will then make its way to the two Confederate POW cemeteries in Ohio, Camp Chase in Columbus and Johnson’s Island near Sandusky to hear stories about the camps and daring escapes by prisoners. The day concludes with a dinner presentation on Ohio during the
Grant hearings set in Sardinia on May 18, 25 Public hearings are scheduled at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, May 18 and 25, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia, concerning Sardinia’s efforts to obtain a $300,000 state grant for infrastructure projects including road and sidewalk work. Neighborhood The Revitalization Grant is a competitive grant, and public participation at hearings is highly recommended as part of the grant process, according to Brown County Economic Development Director Kelly Cole.
Civil War by Holbrook at an historic home in Fremont. The second day begins at the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center in Fremont to visit the 19th president’s home, Spiegel Grove, which highlights the 19th president’s military service as an officer in the 23rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Regiment. From there, the tour heads south Cincinnati for an Ohio River riverboat dinner cruise. The final day of the tour includes stops at the homes of Gen. Ulysses S. Grant in Georgetown, the Rev. John Rankin, the well-known abolitionist, in Ripley and Gen. William T. Sherman in Lancaster. The tour will depart from and arrive at the Ohio Historical Center in Columbus, located on Velma Avenue just west of I-71. Making Reservations by May 14 The tour will be escorted by knowledgeable OHS staff to provide information and insight to make your journey through the past both entertaining and exciting. Reservations are required and the deadline is May 14. Call 800.647.6921 or e-mail ohsbustrips@ohiohistory.org for more information or to make your reservation. “Ohio in the Civil War” is the second in a series of Ohio Historical Society sponsored tours that commemorate the Sesquicentennial of the Civil War as well as Ohio’s involvement. Future tours in Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia and Pennsylvania will focus on Ohioans and Ohio’s role in the war. The Ohio Historical Center is located on I-71 and 17th Avenue in Columbus. It is one of 58 historic museums and sites operated by the Ohio Historical Society, a nonprofit organization that serves as the state’s partner in preserving and interpreting Ohio’s history, archaeology and natural history.
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Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Elementary School students sit in front of and stand around the new maple tree planted at their school on Arbor Day, April 30, following an assembly that day concerning that tree, which was planted by Ripley Tree Committee members to honor the memory of former RULH Elementary School Principal Jane Massie. Lee Edwards, Massie’s sister, stands with the students just left of the special tree.
New tree at RULH Elementary honors school’s former principal Ripley Tree Committee plants new maple in memory of Jane Massie BY Wayne Boblitt The Brown County Press A new maple tree, with a lot of time still needed for growing, stands in front of Ripley-UnionLewis-Huntington Elementary School as a memorial to that school’s former Principal Jane Massie. Massie, who died this past March 11, had served as that school’s assistant principal from 2001 to 2003 and principal from 2003 until her resignation earlier this year. Ripley Tree Committee members Tom Fulton, Melody Dragoo, Cecil Black and President Tim Wilson had planted that tree on land in front of South Second Street in Ripley during the morning of April 30, which was Arbor Day. RULH Elementary School students assembled for a brief outdoor program that afternoon to learn about Arbor Day and their school’s new tree. Wilson emceed the program and said while they were celebrating Arbor Day that day, “We are honoring the memory of our longtime friend Jane Massie.” He informed the students John Morton had started Arbor Day in Nebraska in 1872 and mentioned how Morton had
proposed a day be set aside to plant trees and for people to learn about trees’ importance. The last Friday of every April has been dedicated to Arbor Day ever since, Wilson mentioned. He talked about how trees were important because of the oxygen, shade, and food they provide people, but three other important qualities he mentioned about trees were beauty, strength and shelter. “These qualities were shared by our principal, Ms. Jane Massie,” Wilson continued. “She was a beautiful person, always with a smile on her face. “She was strong, true to her commitment of education for all her students, and she provided shelter, always in front of school in the mornings, welcoming students to the shelter of Ripley Elementary School. So it’s for these reasons we honor Ms. Massie by dedicating this maple tree in her honor.” A stone marker that was placed in the ground near the tree read, “This tree is planted in the memory of Ms. Jane Massie, dedicated teacher, administrator and friend, Arbor Day 2010.” Also during the program, RULH Elementary School
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This stone marker in the ground near the new memorial maple tree at Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Elementary School informs visitors the tree has been planted in the memory of Jane Massie, that school’s former principal who died this past March 11.
fourth-grader Kursten Prater read a poem, “The Tree” by Tom Splitt, and first-grader Kelsey Neely read a poem, “Think Like ATree” by Karen I. Shragg. The first verse of “The Tree” read as follows: “The calm quiet strength of a tree “Anchored deep in the earth “Reaching high in the sky “The calm quiet strength of a tree.”
RULH music teacher Janet McKinney led a choir of thirdgraders in a special song, and Wilson led the students in three cheers for trees to conclude the program. Before marching back into their school, the assembled students stood around the tree for a group picture. Lee Edwards, Massie’s sister who attended the program, stood among the students and near the memorial tree.
Man struck by lightning on May 12 in H’ville area
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A Hamersville man was treated May 12 at Brown County General Hospital in Georgetown and released after apparently being struck by lightning earlier that day. Hamersville Life Squad Chief Dennis Schneider identified the victim as John Taylor, 24. Schneider said Taylor was working at D & S Auto Sales, 1834 State Route 125 in Clark Township near Hamersville. The chief said Taylor and some co-workers were repairing a gate that had fallen over at that business when light-
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ning apparently came through that gate, shocking him and causing him to fall to the ground. Co-workers got him inside a building. Schneider said Hamersville Life Squad received a call for help at 11:29 a.m. last Wednesday and was at the scene the next minute. Taylor was transported by the Life Squad to BCGH. Schneider reported he was released from there sometime before 5 p.m. Schneider, who also is Hamersville fire chief, said Taylor is a volunteer with the Hamersville Fire Department. Hamersville Life Squad is part of that department.
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Homeward Bound Graduate, Frances Mootafian honored Frances was a true joy to have in our therapy program, when she came to us from the hospital she had suffered an ankle fracture and need some intense therapy to get her back home. Upon her admission to Villa Georgetown she could not bear any weight on her feet and was unable to walk. Our therapists worked diligently with her to get her walking again. Frances worked very hard in therapy and always had a smile on her face amidst the pain and discomfort. She had progressed rapidly and upon her discharge from the facility back home Frances was once again independent with the aid of a walker. We like to ask our patients about their stay here at our facility and what made them choose us, with Frances she had stated that all the therapists were very kind and she had a wonderful time, met
wonderful people and everyone was so good to me, all in all she was very happy here.
Georgetown Garden Club to have plant sale Mark your calendar for the Georgetown Garden Club’s annual plant sale on Saturday, May 15 beginning at 9 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church parking lot on Main Street. There will be an assortment of plants such as burning bush, ferns, and hosta to name a few. This year we will be featuring a ‘Collectors Corner’ with ornamental grasses, petasites joponieus, short bamboo and varigated saloman’s seal among others.
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Extraordinary nurses recognized at Brown County Regional Healthcare Nurses at Brown County Regional HealthCare are being honored with The DAISY Award For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's program to recognize the superhuman efforts nurses perform everyday. The award recipient honored in February was Karen Johnson, a registered nurse of 16 years who has been with BCGH since 2005 in the Med/Surg department. Ms. Johnson is married with two sons and lives in Brown County. The award recipient honored in March was Karen Buzard, who became a
Licensed Practical Nurse in 2000, and began working for Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. When Karen moved to Hillsboro she could only find employment in nursing homes or home care where she did pediatric home care for about 2 years and realized that wasn’t what she wanted to do for the rest of her career. Karen went back to school and became an RN in 2005 and has been with BCGH since January 2006 where she loves taking care of maternity patients. Karen’s other favorite and challenging job is being a mother of 2 girls and a grandmother of a spunky little 4 year old young lady.
The award recipient honored in April was Robin Walker, who has been a nurse for 34 years. When Robin is not busy taking care of patients in CCU you can finding her knitting afghans for OB and various organizations. She also enjoys gardening and has started a small home orchard. Robin was nominated by one of her co-workers for exemplifying what nursing is all about, taking care of patients and providing a supportive and pleasant environment for their recovery. More information is available on their website www.daisyfoundation.org.
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The Mt. Orab Women’s club would like to thank all that donated and participated in our spring raffle. A special thank you to Bob Boland, manager of the Mt. Orab Kroger for allowing us to hold our raffle in his store. The following items were donated for our raffle: the beautiful handmade quilt from Mary Carrothers, fishing gear and a day of fishing at TJ’s Fishing Lakes from Carmen Hartman, the Longaberger recipe basket from Elsie Storer, and the Ford model car and cap from the Mt. Orab Ford and Mercury Dealer. Winners were: Jennifer Dotzauer, Joe Bachman, Grey Wardlow and Judy and Wiley Brown. Again we would like to thank everyone for their support and participation. We would also like to thank Jessica Little, Prosecuting Attorney for Brown County for being our guest speaker at our May meeting. Our next scheduled event will be the Memorial Day parade. Our next scheduled meeting will be June 7 at 6:30 at the Depot. New members are always welcome.
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invited to attend. The Daisy of the Year award will be presented at that time. The Daisy Awards are given monthly throughout the year to recognize a nominated nurse who has displayed extraordinary acts of kindness and professionalism.
Georgetown market offers Brown County products The Courthouse Square Open Air Market is happy to announce the addition of two new vendors who will be setting up on Saturday, May 15. Sarah Gilfilen of St Martin Organics will be there with eggs and early garden produce such as lettuce and herbs, as well as handmade clothing items. St. Martin Organics Farm also offers subscriptions to folks who want to purchase a share of the entire summer’s harvest of organic veggies, delivered in weekly seasonal increments. See Sarah at the market for more information, or call her at (513) 479-2872. The other exhibitor is the Humane Society of Brown County with puppies for adoption from the Animal Shelter. It doesn’t cost to look, and you might just fall in love this
Mt. Orab VFW Post 9772 news Mt. Orab VFW Post 9772 would like to congratulate and recognize the following: Girl Scout Troop 48632 for their Loyalty Day Dinner at the post, Students Not Forgotten and Boy Scout Pack 401, well done. Also a reminder to all there will be a yard sale at the post on June 11-12. Boy and Cub Scouts have a need for any old camping equipment, Please drop it off at the post. For more information call (937) 444-2704
Saturday morning! The Market will be held in front of the Brown County Courthouse in Georgetown, Ohio from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Agricultural products from Brown County, including beautiful vegetable seedlings, farm fresh eggs, jams, jellies, home baked breads and pastries will be available for purchase, as well as fine, hand crafted, and antique jewelry and collectibles. There are always surprises at the Market! The Thyme Will Tell Herb Club will again be selling perennial flower plants and shrubs at bargain prices. Buying their plants at the Market is a thrifty way to have a beautiful yard and support this worthy organizations at the same time! Anyone from Brown County is invited to set up at the Market with crafts, antiques, or local farm products. There is no fee, and registration is easy by calling (937) 378-9000.
The Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold an ethics committee meeting and regular scheduled board meeting on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 4:30 p.m. All meetings will be held at the Habilitation Center, 9116 Hamer Road, Georgetown, Oh. The public is invited to attend.
The Brown County General Hospital Foundation is again offering its Health Career Scholarship for students pursuing a degree or certification in the following programs: Registered Nursing, Physical Therapist and Medical Laboratory Technician. One $3,000 scholarship per year for the duration of the program will be awarded to a student from one of the five Brown County High School districts (student does not have to be a current graduate). The recipient of the scholarship will be required to
accept a position with the County General Brown Hospital for one year for each year the student receives the scholarship. The BCGH Foundation is currently funding several students who are in Nursing, Physical Therapy, and Radiology programs. Applications may be requested by phone by calling the Brown County General Hospital Foundation at (937) 378-7712. The deadline for returning the application is June 1, 2010.
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for the nurses, and a children’s art contest entitled “A Nurse is…”. Also, snack trays will be taken daily to the nursing departments. To close the week, on May 12th, there will be a Florence Nightingale birthday party with all hospital employees
Healthy Ohio also encourages you to keep walking after May 19th! You can continue to log in your miles on the President's Challenge "You're it - Get Fit" website at http://www.presidentschallenge .org/.
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The work of America’s 2.9 million registered nurses to save lives and to maintain the health of millions of individuals is the focus of this year’s National Nurses Week, celebrated annually May 6-13 throughout the United States. Annually, National Nurses Week begins on May 6, marked as RN Recognition Day, and ends on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, founder of nursing as a modern profession. To begin the week, registered nurses affiliated with Brown County Regional HealthCARE will be honored with a special breakfast at which Brown County Commissioners will be presenting the nurses with a Proclamation in recognition of their special role in the delivery of quality healthcare. Other events include daily drawings for donated prizes
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Healthy Ohio, a program of the Ohio Department of Health, is sponsoring its sixth annual Healthy Ohio Fitness Walk during the month of May. Healthy Ohio is having this event to encourage you to get active! Help Healthy Ohio reach its goal of over one hundred thousand Ohioans walking one mile — over one hundred thousand miles — by participating on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at noon. Groups of walkers at work, schools, churches, neighborhoods, organizations and families are joining together for the WALK, in conjunction with National Employee Health and Fitness Day. Walkers will meet at noon in community parks, around businesses, on school playgrounds or athletic fields/tracks, on downtown sidewalks, through neighborhoods, in parking lots and shopping malls, up and down stairways, on treadmills...anywhere! Let's get Ohio moving. Active bodies are healthier, happier and lighter, so join today! In Brown County, ask your own business, school, organization, neighborhood or church groups to walk together in celebration of fitness. And if noon on Wednesday, May 19 is inconvenient for your group, choose any time during that week to walk. Just make sure to email Gay Hubbell, Brown County Coordinator for the Adams-Brown Creating Communities Healthy Program, at vghubbell@yahoo.com by the end of May with your total number of walkers and miles
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The Brown County General Hospital nurses were honored last week as National Nurse Week began with a proclamation delivered by Brown County Commissioners Marjorie Paeltz and Ralph Jennings. National Nurse Week will conclude at the hospital this week with a Florence Nightingale birthday party at which a nurse will be honored with the Daisy of the Year Award.
Georgetown Head Start children recently enjoyed a multicultural experience learning the Latin dance of ZUMBA. The preschoolers enthusiastically followed along as Rob Chandler, a certified ZUMBA instructor, showed them some of the steps. Rob conducts classes for adults at the ABCAP building on Mondays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 PM. The cost of each class is $5.00.
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Recovery Act funding still available Langefeld graduates from for rural residents to purchase a home Federal funds provided by for a 1% interest, fixed-rate basic training the American Recovery and loans to make home improveArmy Pvt. Andrew C. Langefeld has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Sill, Lawton, Okla. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission and received instruction and training exercises in drill and ceremonies, Army history, core values and traditions, military courtesy, military justice, physical fitness, first aid, rifle marksmanship, weapons use, map reading and land navigation, foot marches, armed and unarmed combat, and field maneuvers and tactics. Langefeld earned distinction as an honor graduate. He is the son of Greg Langefeld, Mount Orab, and Harrison, Sherry Albuquerque, N.M. The private is a 2007 graduate of Cibola High School, Albuquerque.
Quarter-Rama to be held in Ripley May 21 Quarter-Rama will be held on Friday, May 21, at St. Michael Parish Hall on 4th Street in Ripley. Sponsors donating items for the auction include: Gold Canyon Candles, Thirty-One, Simple, Tastefully Tupperware, Premier Jewelry, Avon, Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Longaberger, Personalized Stone Necklaces by Candita, and Scentsy Candles. There will be various other special items submitted for bidding. Viewing of items offered for bid begins at 6 p.m. with bidding to start at 7 p.m. Paddles are $1.00 each. Bring quarters for bidding and/or purchase these during the event. Food and drinks will be available. Bring your spouse or a friend to be entered into a special prize drawing. All proceeds benefit St. Michael School.
Reinvestment Act (ARRA) are readily available for home purchases. These are no down payment loans that can be used to purchase existing homes or to build new homes. The program permits loans for up to 100 percent of the home’s appraised value. The loan’s repayment period is 33 years at a lower, fixed interest rate of 4.875% (as of May 1st 2010). USDA Rural Development Direct loans can also be subsidized to help lower the payment even further. Subsidy amounts may vary based on an applicant’s household income. To qualify for a loan, the new home must be located in an eligible rural area. “By the end of September 2010, the Hillsboro area office must spend over $3.6 Million in ARRA funds to help the American Dream of homeownership become a reality for rural residents in our area”, said USDA’s Rural Development Area Director, Lynn S. Stevens. USDA Rural Development is also accepting applications from homeowners in rural areas
ments. “Loans up to $20,000 for a maximum of 20 years are available,” said Stevens. For example, with an interest rate of 1%, a $5000 loan can be obtained with a monthly payment of just $23.00. Applicants must own a home in need of repairs and meet "very-low income" criteria based on household size and the county the property is located. Properties must be located in eligible areas. Applicants must have a stable source of income and a satisfactory credit history. Additional information on income limits and eligible areas can be obtained by calling the Rural Development office. Further information on these programs is available by calling (937) 393-1921; visiting the local USDA Rural Development office; or by viewing the Rural Development website at www.rurdev.usda.gov.
Brown County Dog Fun Show set for May 22 The Brown County Open Dog Fun Match Show will be held on Saturday, May 22 at the Brown County Registration Fairgrounds. begins at 9:30 a.m. and the show starts at 10 a.m. Classes that are offered are as follows: Sub-Novice A Utility B Obedience, Grooming and Handling, You and Your Dog and Rally. The first class will be $6.00 and additional classes will be $5.00. The public is invited to come watch and support local area 4-H and FFA members. For more information please call Tawnya Staples at (513) 518-5539.
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Ripley Federal Savings Bank 2010 scholarship winner Clayton W. Garrett, of Eastern Brown High School, is this year’s recipient of the $500 Ripley Federal scholarship. While extremely active in his community and church, Garrett also participates in numerous school activities. He is a member of the National Honor Society, FFA, Mock Trial, basketball and band. In addition, Clayton is actively involved in his family’s farming and feed sales operation. The son of Brian and Joan Garrett, Clayton plans to attend The Ohio State University and major in agricultural business and applied economics with a minor concentration in either agronomy or animal science.
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Another goal of his is to become a member of the OSU marching band. The scholarship competition was open to any graduating senior residing in Brown, Adams, Clermont, or Highland Counties who planned to attend college and major in business, economics, finance or accounting, and had a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher. President and CEO, Danny Grooms stated, “Each year it becomes more difficult to make a selection for Ripley Federal’s scholarship award. Applicants continue to be of outstanding quality. We wish Clayton much success at Ohio State in the pursuit of his degree.”
K-9 Renegades Western Brown to meet May 16 FFA to hold flower BY Kayla Cady sale on May 22
The winners of the Ripley Bicentennial Logo Contest have been announced. In the "youth" division the winners is Liz Knight. She is a Junior at the Southern Hills CTC in the Graphic Communications Program. Brandon Black was the winner in the "adult" category. Brandon works for Odyssey Canvas in Ripley.
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The Sardinia United Methodist Church will be having a contemporary service during the worship hour, 10:30 a.m., Sunday, May 23, 2010, that has been planned and will be presented by the Youth Fellowship. We will honor our high school graduates Daniel Kieffer, Ricky McQuitty, Rhett Purdy and Can Tobias and college graduates Carlie Ellis, Sarah Keiffer and Kyle Purdy as well. A carry-in dinner will follow the service to celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates. Friends, family and visitors are invited to join us!
The next meeting of the Brown County K-9 Renegades will be on Sunday, may 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the back of the park in Georgetown. Please bring your dogs with you to the meeting to go over a few things before the dog show on May 22. Also don’t forget that your picture, dog shots and dog projects are due in the OSU office at the fair grounds by June 1. For more information call Karen at (937) 444-3605.
Two teachers rehired at WB The Western Brown Local School District Board of Education gives public notice in accordance with Section 3307.353 of the Ohio Revised Code that Sandra Eversole and Dusty Gray currently employed in the district as teachers or administrators will be retired and are seeking employment with the district in such position following retirement. The Board of Education will hold a public meeting on the issue of their reemployment on June 21, 2010 at 7 a.m. in the Western Brown Local School District Office.
The Western Brown FFA is going to hold a flower sale on Saturday, May 22. The chapter will be selling flowers that have been growing in the chapterbuilt greenhouse. The members have been working hard to help these flowers grow and to learn the workings of a greenhouse as well as how to properly care for flowers. These flowers look great. The sale will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday and all proceeds will benefit the chapter. Also, the flowers are available to purchase by the FFA room. All sales will be very much appreciated by the chapter. The flowers that will be sold will be impatients, snapdragons, three colors of petunias, and geraniums. These were all purchased through Greg Raines in Seaman. The following vegetables will also be available to buy: tomatoes, peppers, carrots, onions, peas and cucumbers. Barb Howser, at Greenbush seed, donated these vegetables.
Kennedy earns degree at Bellarmine Bellarmine University awarded just over 400 degrees during spring commencement exercises on Saturday, May 8, at noon in Knights Hall. Alisha Kennedy, Georgetown, earned a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting.
1st Grade Sacorra Bauer, Conner Furnish, Emma Brown, Gavin Baker, Colton Geering, Madison Borgmann, Zachary Fancher, Seth Graham, Brittany Lee, Dalton Hiser, Timothy Braun, James Storer, Trinity Anderson, Justice Maloney, Noah McCann, Carter Snyder, Makenna Love, Chloe Herren, Colton Vaughn, Zachary Gallant, Kamryn Gardner, Cole Belcher, J.D. Miller, Trace Henry, Kolton Mock, Seth Brown, Madyson Carroll, Mellissa Ellert, Allison Gaunce, Allie Cox, Kolin Wolfe, Ethan Tracy, Gavin Green, Grace Gorham, Iliana Duffey, Bryson Kennedy, Alexis Young, Rachel Dixon, Madison Pack, Hannah Keith, Landis Makstaller, Gabriel Puckett, Blake Gunter, Casey Snider 2nd Grade Maggie Dorsey, Dylan Sawyers, Hannah Troutman, Austin Hopkins, Jasmine Lainhart, Brianna Childress, Joel Graham, Logan White, Elijah Madden, Jasmine Hamilton, Clayton Fannin, Dakota Davis, Lacy Partin, Eric Poettker, Ciara McCormick, Jade Walker, Ryan Renchen, Trey Bogart, Olivia Broughton, Tiffany Comberger, Thomas Harrington, Tailor Lunsford, R.J. Parlier, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Andrew Roberts, Kaytlynn Young, Wyatt Cole, Jessica Hodgson, Adrianne Troutman, Vanessa Bellamy, Hailey Keith, Peyton Caraway, Alyson Rogers, Regan Kaetzel, Fletcher Pollitt, Stevie Pettit, Kaleb Lawson, Wyatt Makstaller, Emily Fannin, Crystal Bowman, Brian Shannon, Ethan Fetters, Mykenzie Parker 3rd Grade Erica Gallant, Emma Walker, Braxton Dotson, Eryka Hunter, Elijah Davis, Izaac McCann, Sara Williams, Issac Brewer, Chayce Watson, Garine Benjamin, Justin Smith, Olivia Layton, Brandon Coley, Lauren Carl, Sierra Mitchell, Abigail Swanson, Kaycie Gardner, Claire Fisher, William Wolfe, Karlie Overstake, Vanessa Parker, Emily Bradford, Destinee Lillie, Morgan Tracy, Kennedy Kratzer, Catherine Harrington, Jonathan Chesley, Richard White, Chasity Cowan, Ashlyn Brewer, Aislynn Aleshire,Waylon Makstaller, Tristen Green, Caleb Penn 4th Grade Whitney Broughton, Nathan Troutman, Joshua Tolle, Christopher Broughton, Makenna Lane, Haley Fannin, Cynthia Wiford, Caitlyn Henry, Trysten Clifton, Darryl Tuttle, Dakota Hiser, Emily Bolin, Sarah Christman, Shelby Fist, Nathan Bellamy, Savannah Cassady, Alex Sherman, Sterling Cole, Cade Sanders, Jarrett Lewis, Tanner Bogart, Dare Minton, Madison Hopkins, Lauren Lewis, Caleb Schumacher, Maria Fagaly, Megan Cox, Breanna Brock, Amanda Baker, Shelby Shuemake, Kayla Heath, Cassie Beyer, Jacob Layton, Jade Williams, Tiffany Darnall, Lucas Rose, Kathryn Elam 5th Grade Payton Dorsey, Kennedy Patrick, Haley Hatfield, Joey Balas, Zachary Shumaker, Serena Childress, Kelsey Doss, Noah Craig, Dakota Lunsford, Mitarah Hatfield, Madyson Herren, Shae Kern, Dylan Kimball, Adrainann Martin, Destinie Rose, Nathaniel Tyler, Julianne Brunk, Amber Foster, Thomas Gaunce, Hayley Cook, Jacob Perry, Brittany Williams, Lillyann Kimberly, Ian Hunter, Haley Adamson, Cheyenne Clift, Brittany Ballein, Andrew Blanton, Karlie Doyle, Branden Tomlin, James O’Cull, Max Hersey, Trista Tyler, Brett Bellamy, Denise Duke
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Jackson Jr. Farmers 4-H Club reorganizes and elects officers
David receives degree Nabih David, son of Nader and Ghada David, Mt. Orab, received a Bachelor of Science degree from the Miami University Farmers School of Business on May 8. His major was in the area of business finance. While pursuing his degree, Nabih was actively involved with various positions for the David Restaurant Group. He is now employed as the Director of Operations with the company.
BY Laramie Wells Jackson Jr. Farmers 4-H Secretary
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Jackson Jr. Farmers 4-H Club off to a good start. On April 5, 2010 the club invited Deputy Wayne Bingaman to help us to prepare for our Township Cleanup days. He gave a presentation on the dangers of litter along the roads. He educated us about what could be a possible hazard to pick up. He was very informative and we enjoyed his presentation. Many thanks to him for coming. The club cleaned all of Jackson Township roads on April 9, 2010.
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The 2010 Jackson Jr. Farmers 4-H Club along with elected officers: Haley Boone-Reporter, Garrison Reeves-President, Jordanna Downing- Treasurer, Brittany Clark-Vice President, Laramie Wells- Secretary, Jayelyn Ramey- Historian, Cory Burchell-Energy/Litter, Brooke Anderson-Historian, Gavin Reeves-Safety/Health, Jordan Davidson-Recreation Leader.
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Chatfield College LaRosa’s Scholar Kendal Clinton, center, with store owner Tim O’Hara, right, and Roger Courts, Dean of the College.
Chatfield and LaRosa’s team up to award scholarship Chatfield College is proud to announce a newly formed relationship with LaRosa’s in Mt. Orab, OH. The college has awarded a one year scholarship to a qualifying member of the Mt. Orab LaRosa’s staff. Kendal Clinton, of Sardinia, was selected as the recipient. Kendal enrolled at Chatfield for the Spring 2010 semester, where she is majoring in liberal arts. After graduating from Chatfield, she plans to transfer to Northern Kentucky University to major in psychology. “I really like Chatfield. I like all of my classes and instructors and I’ve made a lot of friends,” said Kendal. “I would like to thank Chatfield for the scholarship and the opportunity it has given me.”
“Chatfield College is very pleased to be working with the Mt.Orab LaRosa’s and to offer the benefit of a college education to Kendal,” said Chatfield President John Tafaro. “This is a great opportunity for Kendal,” said Mt. Orab LaRosa’s owner Tim O’Hara. “She has a very strong work ethic, and I’m sure she will do well at whatever she puts her mind to doing” “I believe very strongly in higher education and am grateful for Chatfield’s generosity in offering this scholarship opportunity to our store,” he added. For more information, visit the website, at www.chatfield.edu, call (513) 875-3344 or email admissions@chatfield.edu.
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Eastern Brown FFA competes BY Rachel Mullins Eastern Brown FFA reporter Recently the Eastern Brown FFA competed in the Outdoor Power and Equipment contest. In this contest students recognize and repair malfunctions in Outdoor Power Equipment. The competition was held at
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Mt. Orab Elementary would like to announce the students who have made the Honor Roll for the 3rd quarter. Third Grade: Robyn Castle's class: Carson Jones, Austin Kirk, Sydney McFarland, Kelsey Morgan, Austin Parrett, Savanna Roades, Madison Boshears, Austin Coffey, Ty Crall, Jordan Lind, Shayla Miano, Bailey Tarvin, Drew Watson, Will Watson and Tanner Donathan. Carrie Dowler's class: Blake Barr, Cory Fields, Harley Garland, Sevanna Haggerty, Kylie Hardyman, Makayla Henry, Summer Jamison, Kaydie Lopez, Kailey Moon, Savannah Stephens, Siara Swisher, Lexi Wallace and Alexis Zinkhen. Kelly Hahn's class: Emma Chalker, Charlie Clark, Holly Gillham, Anna Howard, Kaitlyn Keller, Samantha Lewis, Lorianda Locke, Morgan Locker, Alexis Lyons, Daniel Newberry, Emily Smith, Tristin Smith, Brian Stigers, Desteny Taylor and Hunter Zieglemeier. Paula Kohus' class: Lydia Behler, Erin Chaney, Sharon Clifton, Matthew Davidson, P.J. Fiscus, Olivia Frambes, Branden Herrle, McKenzie High, Blake Hurt, Kiara Jimison, Erin Rembis and Emilee Riley. Kristi Lightner's class: Chloe Dawson, Dylan Frey, Eryk Jones, Keara Little, Madison Lucas, Haley Lunsford, Evan Lykins, Austin Mingua, Gabe Ryan, Maddie Slack, Shelby Vogel, Jenna Wilson and Jaimon Young. Stephanie Wiliford's class: Colton Akers, Cassidy Asbury, Hope Becker, Claudia Books, Jasmine Dearwester, Katie Durbin, Chase Easterling, Ethan Edelen, Austin Fetters, Ava Hayslip, Darcy Howser, Tyler Large, Abbie Peace, Danielle Perry, Trent Pindell, Ryan Sizemore, Alex Weddle and Vincent Whitaker. Andrea Vance's class: Anthony Herrle, Tasha Kelly, Ryan Keyes, Natalie Kibler, Sophia Leto, Becca Madden, Tommy Meese, Dylan Mosher, Kinze Nichols, Hannah Osborne, Cassie Ranson, Gradie Scott and Hannah Smith. Fourth Grade: Andrea Britton's class: Nolan Barr, Reed Beavers, Taylor Cramlet, Zack Farley, Sam Farrell, Katie Hastings, Cody Johnson, Alexus Lovell, Ryan Mastin, Destinee Meyer, Bret Perkins, Brianna Posey, Jessica Seipel and Jaylee Williams. Todd Faust's class: Autumn Boothby, Cora Cremer, Shawn Hull, Cana Kleemeyer, Rachel Kuttler, Madison Mugnauini, Chloe Piatt, Sarah Pike, Colston Roades, Lane Sexton, Elijah Smith, Jordan Snyder, Nick Sparrow, Macayla Temple, Ethan Whitt, Savannah Wilson and David Young. Nancy Hall's class: Emily Bohrer, Blake Carter, Julia Hall, Austin Ingles, Jed Marlow, Bailey Miller, Kara Partin and Sidney Vance. Shelley Herrmann's class: Madison Barker, Faith Carpenter, Tabytha Cooper, A.J. Mider, Kensey Murray, Abbie Neal, Daniel Neal, Cora Propes, Serenity Slagle, Derek Spears and Caleb Verdon. Linda Lawwill's class: Kayleigh Baker, Jack Finn, Sarah Hayes, Sean Lapp, Peyton Riddell, Timothy Shanklin and Candence Taylor. Julie Roger's class: Dylan Davidson, Olivia Hardy, Nathan Lipscomb, Cody Ryan and Alyssa Shorten. Becky Rymer's class: Eric Altman, Danny Amiott, Ella Brinkman, Becca Carroll, Chloey Collins, Jacob Collins, Ciara Cox, Ethan Doan, Brandon Hammersley, Brittany Hauck, Lanoe Kessler, Brooklyn Masters, Gracie Oxborne, Ryan Osborne, Tessa Pinkerton, Heather Porter, Grace Richman, Krista Signorelli, Brett Stinson, Seth Terk and Hanna Young. Kathryn Sapp's class: Caleb Cox, Samantha Green, Alexa Harris, Joey Hauck, Andrew Leimberger, Riese Peters, Alexis Shannon, Mary Sizer, Davey Stamper and Morgan Swafford.
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The Fayetteville FFA was named the State Winner in Chapter Development during the 82nd Ohio FFA State Convention. Pictured above are members of the 2009-2010 Officer Team (front l to r) Jennifer Wiederhold, Meggy Iles, Ashley Hughes, Seth Erwin (Back l to r) James Brock, Ross Standring, Eric Nause, Emily Stahl, and Brittany Dozier.
Fayetteville FFA wins State chapter award The Fayetteville FFA Chapter was recently named an Ohio Model of Innovation Winner in the area of Chapter Development and was ranked 4th Overall out of 320 Ohio FFA Chapters through the National Chapter Award Program at the 82nd Annual Ohio FFA State Convention held April 30th and May 1st at the Ohio Expo Center. The Fayetteville FFA was also named a Model of Innovation Finalist in Student, Chapter and Community Development. FFA members Seth Erwin, Meggy Iles, Emily Stahl and Jennifer Wiederhold presented three 15minute presentations on the
chapter’s activities. Highlighted activities included the Rocket Run Car Show, Children’s Hospital Breakfast, 1st Grade Fall Fest, Wash Your Hands Program, Peer Mentoring, SAE is for Me, Ag Wagon, Bleacher Bucks, and 8th Grade Essentials. The Chapter will have their application forwarded on to the National FFA Organization in June to have the application evaluated for National Awards. Four Fayetteville FFA members were also recognized at this years Ohio FFA Convention for State FFA Proficiency Awards in six different areas. Miranda Vearil was named the State
Winner in Agricultural Sales Placement with her SAE at Fayetteville Hardware. James Falgner was named State Winner in Grain Production, Runner-Up in Forage Production, and 2nd Runner-Up in Diversified Crop Production Placement with his SAE at the Neal VanSaun Farm. Seth Erwin was 2nd Runner-Up in Agricultural Services with his SAE in Sheep Industry and Education Placement, while Jake Holt received 2nd RunnerUp in the area of Wildlife Management where he manages 30 acres of Wildlife Habitat. Visit 0www.ffa.org for more information.
MOMS students host ‘Movie Maddness’ Concert BY Courtney Gentry MOMS choir student On March 29, 2010 the Mt. Orab Middle School Choir hosted their third quarter concert titled "Movie Maddness". This years theme was movies! Students performed movie songs like, "My Heart Will Go On" from the Titanic movie and "You're the One that I Want" from the Grease musical. During the intermission, students shared their movie projects with the audience, served popcorn, and took photos of friends and family riding in the Titanic. Students also collected a $270.00 donation which will be given to the Morgeson and Carnahan families. A special thanks to Scott Reed for technology assistance, Blaine Wallace for use of popcorn equipment, Terri Tinsky for set up/tear down, and Joan Mullen our piano accompanist.
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On March 30, the choir performed their concert for the residents at the Ohio Veteran's home. After the concert, they did a patriotic sing along with
the residents. The choir is currently working on music for the O.M.E.A. Large Group Contest which will be held on May 14
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Kobalt donates tools to SHCTC as part of Lowe’s national “Toolbox for Education” program Lowe’s is donating approximately $1,100 worth of Kobalt tools to the school as part of the national program for use in their classrooms. Pictured are Mark Davis, SHCTC Auto Mechanics Instructor (left), receiving Kobalt tool certificates from Jeremy Jordan, at Lowe’s in Maysville, Kentucky.
The list of graduates for the 2009 Winter Commencement exercises at Morehead State University include: Jessica Smith, Felicity, Bachelor of Arts degree; Caleb Creech, Williamsburg, Bachelor of Busines Administration degree; Roger Crank, Winchester, Bachelor of Science degree; Brittany Kaiser, Georgetown, Bachelor of Science degree; Melinda Collins, Manchester, Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, Debra Crank, Winchester, Bachelor of Social Work degree.
L-R: Back: Cory Ballinger, Elizabeth Murphy, Kody Fox, Matt Lodwick, Ben Booker, Brittany Grant, Taylor Hopkins and Dara Howser. Front:Anna Yockey and Alisha Damon.
Western Brown FFA freshman and sophomores of the chapter competed in the Junior Parliamentary Procedure Contest for District 9 The Junior Parliamentary Procedure team from Western Brown High School competed at the District 9 contest, held at Western Brown High School. Ten members, Taylor Hopkins, Matt Lodwick, Dara Howser,
Brittany Grant, Anna Yockey, Cory Ballinger, Ben Booker, Alisha Damon, and Kody Fox, competed at the contest. Mr. Griffith, Blake Spitznagel, and Lara Staples prepared them for the contest. Matt Lodwick
served as the President on the team, with Taylor Hopkins as the Vice President. These two sophomores studied very hard with their team to do well in the contest. The team ended up placing 2nd overall.
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County Historical Society, and was appointed to the first Brown County General Hospital Foundation Board. Several people who knew Mr. Rhonemus through his involvement in Brown County activities remember him as a kind and caring person who had a special concern for the wellbeing of the county’s youths. 4-H Volunteerism Praised Becky Cropper, who has been an Extension educator for 4-H in Brown County for 32 years, mentioned mentioned how she worked closely with Mr. Rhonemus when he was Brown County Fair Board president and how he was a real mentor to her in her 4-H work. He also was a member of the Brown County Alumni Association for The Ohio State University and this past year made Buckeye State necklaces for Brown County students who were going to be incoming OSU freshmen, Cropper reported. She said of Mr. Rhonemus’ death, “It certainly will be a loss, but we were privileged to know him and to be able to work with him.” Fair Was Major Part Of Life Brown County Fair Board President Orville Whalen served with Mr. Rhonemus on that board from 1981 to 2002. “He was Mr. Brown County Fair,” the current president commented, adding he had a remarkable life and was dedicated to whatever he did. Whalen said Mr. Rhonemus made a lot of friends statewide “and no doubt he will be
Living Church of Five Mile to hold mini-revival The Living Church of Five Mile will be having revival celebration services May 23 26, 2010. Services will kick off at 10:50 a.m. on Sunday, May 23 immediately followed by a dinner in celebration of Pastor Don White’s birthday. Sunday evening service will begin at 6 p.m., then the remainder of the services will begin at 7 p.m. Guest preacher for all services will be Rev. Donnie Hill, General Overseer of the Church of God Mountain Assembly, headquartered in Jellico, Tenn. The church is located at 16908 US Highway 68, Mt. Orab. For more information call (937) 444-9363 or visit us at www.lc5mile.com
missed”. Head Advisor Lynn Kragler with the Huntington Hot Shots 4-H Club said Mr. Rhonemus, who had been that club’s advisor about 29 years, took her, her husband Rick, and her sister Kay Marshall under his wings when they became the club’s advisors 21 years ago. “He was our rock,” Kragler commented. Noted Song Will Be Missed Marshall was familiar with Mr. Rhonemus, not only for his work with the Huntington Hot Shots, but also for his involvement in Aberdeen’s Annual Memorial Day Program held at its Community Park. Mr. Rhonemus, a World War II veteran, was known for many years by those attending that Memorial Day Program as the singer of the Armed Forces Medley saluting all branches of the military. When he sang a particular branch’s theme song, veterans who served in that branch would stand to be recognized and applauded. Marshall, who is chairwoman of Aberdeen’s Memorial Day Parade and Program, said a recorded tribute to Mr. Rhonemus and all veterans probably will be played at this year’s Program later this month. She said no other singer will be selected this year to take Mr. Rhonemus’ place at the microphone and the Program just won’t be the same without him. “No one will ever replace him in singing.” She said Mr. Rhonemus was a wonderful, kind person who never refused a request she made of him to help with an activity. “You can’t say enough about him.” Brown County Historical Society President Dr. Ned Lodwick said about Mr. Rhonemus, “I would find it hard pressed to come up with a person who has been more important to Brown County during the last 50 years.” Mr. Rhonemus’ funeral was held this past Monday, May 10, at his home church, Ebenezer United Methodist Church in the Fizzleville area. Lodwick said he attended the funeral service and mentioned how he estimated one-third of the people at that packed service stood up to praise Mr. Rhonemus for what
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he done for them or for Brown County. Lodwick said Mr. Rhonemus had served as Brown County Historical Society president for nine years and knew him as a man who would never say “no” to anything he was requested to do. Many Awards Were Received Mr. Rhonemus received many awards during his lifetime, and one was the Horizon Award presented in 2007 by the Brown County Chamber of Commerce. Brown County Former Chamber of Commerce Director Ray Becraft said the Chamber began that award to recognize people who were always “on the horizon” with their involvement in their community. Becraft described Mr. Rhonemus as a God-fearing member of Gideons International who helped staffed that Christian group’s booth at the Brown County Fair. He said Mr. Rhonemus was a “straightforward guy” who made friends quickly, and he could remember people just like they could remember him. “When we lost Al, we lost a goodwill ambassador for Brown County,” Becraft declared this past week. One of Mr. Rhonemus’ final awards was the Pioneer Award presented Feb. 20 at the Eighth Annual Brown County General Hospital Foundation Gala in Batavia Township. The Foundation presents that annual award to a person who has left a lasting mark that has benefited Brown County. A complete obituary for Mr. Rhonemus is on page 7 of today’s edition of The Brown County Press.
Get Grants! Conference On Tuesday, May 11, Maysville Community and Technical College will host the second-annual Get Grants! Conference to help new and experienced grant writers sharpen their skills and increase their chances of securing external funding. The conference will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the college’s Maysville Campus. Plenary and breakout sessions will focus on multiple aspects of grant writing, including: project development, proposal writing, evaluation planning, data research and much, much more. Conference registration is $59 and includes lunch. To register, or for more information, call Maysville Community and Technical College at (606) 759-7141 ext. 66120.
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Garden dedicated in memory of Odessa Patrick A memorial garden was dedicated in the memory of Odessa Patrick on the front lawn of the Decatur Community Center on Monday, May 3. Family, co-workers and friends assembled around the little garden to tribute to the Early Head Start Program manager who tragically lost her life in a four weeler accident this past April at the age of 46.
Mt. Orab man facing death penalty, charged with buying a murder CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 ried before he was killed. Tincher was arraigned on May 11 and was ordered held in the Brown County Jail with no bond. He has hired attorney Gary Rosenhoffer of Batavia to represent him. Hensley is in the Brown County Jail on unrelated charges awaiting arraignment. He was already in custody when the other two were arrested on April 30. Hensley was sentenced to eight months in jail on April 28, just eight days after the killing, on unrelated charges of receiving stolen property and non-support of dependents. Brown County attorneys Bruce Wallace and Nick Ring have been appointed to represent him. Should Hensley go to trial on the Aggravated Murder charges, such a death penalty case could cost Brown County 200 thousand dollars or more.
That’s according to Deputy Public Defender Tom Rottinghaus of the Hamilton County Public Defenders Office. The issue of representation for Hensley is complicated because he is entitled by law to two “death penalty certified” public defenders. None of the attorneys in the Brown County Public Defenders Office carry such certification, so Wallace and Ring were appointed by the court. “We’ll look at the discovery (evidence) provided by the state and prepare to move forward with the case”, Wallace said. Wallace and Common Pleas Court Judge Scott Gusweiler defended the last person to sentenced to death from Brown County. Carl Lindsey was sent to death row in September of 1998 for the murder-for-hire killing of Donald “Whitey” Hoop near Upper Five Mile in February of 1997.
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Lindsey has exhausted all state appeals, but Spokesman Ted Hart of the Ohio Attorney Generals’ Office said Lindsey is currently awaiting the results of an appeal made to a Federal District Judge in 2008.
Meranda’s lawyer files suit response, calls Judge ‘maniac’ CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Attorney told Defendant not to have Plaintiff arrested without due process, to which Defendant replied ‘I don’t need your ****ing advice.’ Having been put in fear by Defendant and his behavior, Plaintiff gave Defendant the keys he demanded.” The response also references other allegations against Gusweiler in the original suit, including instructions to Meranda’s staff not to accept any filings listing the name of his predecessor and “storming out” of a meeting with other county officials. The response then goes on to counter arguments made by Gusweilers attorneys in their motion to dismiss the case. It cites case law stating that motions to dismiss should not be granted when a Plaintiff can prove facts listed in a complaint. The response then addresses Gusweiler’s judicial immunity from prosecution, saying “Defendants robes do not permit him to behave in the way established in the Plaintiff’s complaint and then claim immunity from his illegal behavior.”
Deters cites case law that says that “A judge who acts without jurisdiction or beyond his official duties stands in the same position as any private citizen, and is subject to the same liability.” A large part of the case appears to hinge on whether Judge Thomas Nurre will rule that Gusweiler’s threat to Meranda of contempt charges and jail was a legal “judicial act” or not. If Nurre decides that Gusweiler was within his power to do so, it weakens Meranda’s case. If Nurre decides, as Deters argues, that Gusweiler improperly used his judicial power, then the case will likely move forward to a jury trial. Deters points out in the response that Gusweiler was warned by County Prosecutor Jessica Little not to have Meranda arrested without due process, saying “Defendants statement and behavior, not to mention the threat of jail without due process of law, put Plaintiff in great fear for her safety and person. Plaintiff gave Defendant the keys he demanded.” Wrapping up the immunity argument, Deters writes “Defendant has not established he is entitled to immunity...(he) has established that he is not entitled to wear the judicial robes he is attempting to hide behind.” Deters also references Gusweilers alleged behavior to bolster his argument that Gusweiler illegally intimidated Meranda by using his judicial powers in an illegal manner. Deters also references the claim by Gusweilers attorneys that he has legal authority over Meranda’s office according to Ohio law. Deters says that “while it may be true as it relates to the narrow segment of Plaintiff’s duties related to Common Please Court only, it ignores entirely that Plaintiff is Clerk of all the courts in Brown County.” As such, Deters argues, Meranda has independent legal authority over her offices and
the records they contain. The response wraps up with a request that Judge Nurre grant a restraining order against Gusweiler that “is tailored to permit Defendant and Plaintiff to each do their jobs, and in particular for Plaintiff to do the job to which she was elected...without fear that the Defendant will again threaten and intimidate her by ordering armed men to throw her in jail.” The next step in the case is for Gusweiler’s attorneys to respond to Deter’s response to their motion to dismiss. A copy of the full Meranda response can be found at www.browncountypress.com.
55th reunion planned for C.A.M.P. attendees In 1956 a unique camping program for young people was created by Dave and Janny Brizius. Originally an outreach of the Gahanna Community Church, the program, greatly expanded, no longer affiliated with one particular church, and now called C.A.M.P. is ongoing, with the Brizius still heading it up! The new name stands for Constructing Assured & Motivated People. This 2010 camp will be the 55th annual one, and so this is a reason for a big celebration! A C.A.M.P. Reunion is planned for over Memorial Weekend where former campers and their families may come to Tar Hollow State Park (where the camp has been held for the past 40 years) and either stay for the weekend in the cabins or just visit for the grand banquet on Saturday evening. Those who remember good times at any of these Briziusdirected camps are all invited to the celebration. Call (937) 365-1388 for more information about the reunion or visit the camp web site at www.sfacamp.org.
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Chatfield College holds 39th graduation ceremony Chatfield College in St. Martin, Ohio, held its 39th graduation ceremony on Saturday, May 8 at 10 a.m. The ceremony was held in the Sacred Heart Chapel on the main campus in St. Martin. It honored 39 students from the St. Martin campus and the Cincinnati location who either completed the requirements for graduation or will complete the requirements during the summer session. Brown county residents receiving degrees were Heather Dumford, Kim Mitchell, and James Webb, of Fayetteville; Emily Irwin and Everett Morgan, of Sardinia; Stevie McCarty Spires, of Russellville; Jerel Osborne and Shirlann Vogel, of Mt. Orab; and Kristen Turner of Georgetown. During the ceremony, Chatfield presented Agatha Fitzgerald, OSU and Cecilia Huber, OSU with honorary doctorate degrees in public service. Sister Agatha Fitzgerald has been an amazing and inspiring force for quality education at Chatfield’s St. Martin campus and at other allied locations for over 30 years. Sister Agatha joined the Chatfield faculty in 1974. She has taught Psychology and Art, been the chair of the concentration in Human Services, and is a long serving member of the faculty senate. Sr. Agatha has generously shared her artistic talents with the college and her work can be found on the walls at the St. Martin campus and at the Findlay Market location. Her relief of Sister Julia Chatfield adorns the entrance to the Welcome Center on the St. Martin campus. In 1994 Sr. Agatha was named Chatfield’s recipient of the Celebration of Teaching Award given by the Greater GCCCU, Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities. She has served in numerous administrative posts at Chatfield, including Director of Public Relations, Director of Career Development, Dean of Student Services, and Dean of Academic and Student Affairs. Sr. Cecilia Huber teaches piano, music appreciation, music history and goes above and beyond in preparing her students for recitals and performances – be they piano, voice, trumpet, harp or just about any other instrument. Sr. Cecilia is gracious and generous in sharing her musical gifts and abilities with the college through her many concerts, including her annual Christmas concert, and virtually any and all other college events – such as the Quilt & Craft show and commencement exercises. She not only performs, but also directs ensembles or larger collections, and arranges and even writes
original music. She is the composer of Chatfield’s Alma Mater. In addition, Sr. Cecilia has been a wellrespected English instructor and is an amateur nature photographer. Sr. Cecilia has been the of numerous recipient awards and honors, including the first Chatfield College faculty ExCorde Award in 2005 and the Chatfield Distinguished College Volunteer Award in 2008. Chatfield also presented its 2009-2010 Distinguished Instructor award to Susan Henry. This award is given each year to an instructor who exemplifies the academic spirit and values of Chatfield College. A Sardinia resident, Susan Henry has been the instructor of art history and a laboratory art instructor at Chatfield College for the past 20 years. Currently, she is also Chair of the Art Department and the college Registrar. Susan teaches students how to become scholars, encouraging, urging, and admonishing students that they “can do better work than they are doing now.” She encourages the students who describe themselves as “not having any talent” to enroll in laboratory classes. Professionally, some of her students go on to major in art. Others use techniques learned in class to pursue a hobby. Most of her students use her art classes as a way to fulfill one of the core requirements for their degree. But, with very few exceptions, her students are usually in class early and working on their projects before class is formally in session. The 2010 commencement speaker was Rev. Damon Lynch, Jr. Rev. Damon Lynch Jr., has served as the Pastor of the New Jerusalem Baptist Church for more than four decades and has been recently named a Great Living Cincinnatian by the Greater Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce. He is well and genuinely known respected as a true leader of Christian evangelism, equal rights and social justice. He is the former president of the Baptist Ministers Conference and a founding member of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, where he serves as Chairman of the Board. Rev. Lynch received his Bachelor of Science from the Cincinnati Bible Seminary, and his MBA from the Theological Graduate Foundation at Notre Dame where he was voted class Orator. He has studied at the University of Cincinnati, Xavier University, Hebrew Union College and Thomas More College. He has received honorary doctorates at both the Temple Bible College and the College of Mt. St. Joseph. Additionally, he is a valued member of the Chatfield
College Board of Trustees. Chatfield College is a private, Catholic, liberal arts offering the college Associate of Arts degree in St. Martin and Cincinnati. Chatfield is an open enrollment college and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Prospective students need only to have a
High School Diploma or GED to attend and will be guided individually through the enrollment and Financial Aid application process. For more information, visit the website, at www.chatfield.edu, call 513875-3344 or email admissions@chatfield.edu.
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GOP honors Fuhrmann, McRoberts The Brown County Republican Club and the Brown County Republican Party Central Committee honored long-term Brown County Republican Party activists Ed Fuhrmann of Lake Lorelei and Guy McRoberts of Jackson Township by presenting them the John Donohoo Award at the Brown County Republican Party’s recent Lincoln Day Dinner Celebration in Georgetown. Shown with Fuhrmann (left in top photo) and McRoberts (left in bottom photo) are, beginning second from left, Brown County Republican Club President Mariah Votel, Brown County Republican Party Central Committee Vice Chairperson Michelle Jowers and Brown County Republican Party Vice President Tom Cunningham. Brown County Republican Party Chairman Paul Hall stands near the podium in both photos.
Ohio Farm Bureau announces Youth Leadership Conferences Ohio teens are invited to join together for a unique set of summer leadership conferences sponsored by the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation (OFBF). Each conference will pro-
All you can eat spaghetti dinner offered May 15 Knights of Columbus All Saints Assembly 3091 will be serving an ALL YOU CAN EAT SPAGHETTI DINNER at St. George Parish hall on Saturday, May 15 beginning at 6:30 pm. Included in the price of $7.00 is a salad, bread, dessert and drinks. They are raising money for their charity and general funds. The money raised will provide the assembly funds to run the assembly and provide help to the other organizations they support throughout the year.
vide opportunities for youths to bond and build quality leadership, teamwork and communications skills. The programs change yearly to provide youths with a new set of leadership skills and experiences each time they attend. Quest, for ages 12 to 14, will be held July 18-20 at Ohio Dominican University in Columbus. Participants will learn basic leadership skills based on confidence, self image, attitude, friendship, family and character. Registration is $150 per person. The deadline to register is July 1. Higher Ground, for ages 14 to 18, will also be held at Ohio Dominican University in Columbus. From June 1318, teens discover creativity, leadership and teambuilding skills through hands-on workshops and activities. This year’s workshops focus on goal setting, accountability, time management, dealing with conflict and becoming a positive influence. Teens will also participate in a mock legislature and confidence-building electives that build teamwork and creativity. Past electives have included public speaking, interviewing and resume writing, digital photography, a defensive
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Ice Cream Supper to be held in Decatur An old fashioned Memorial Day Ice Cream Supper will be served in the Decatur Park on State Route 125, Monday, May 31 beginning at 5 p.m. Eight flavors of homemade ice cream will be served including chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, lemon, pineapple, banana, peach and cookies and cream along with a variety of sandwiches, cakes, peanut bars and refreshments. The event is being hosted by the Byrd Township School Preservation Committee with proceeds going to preserve and maintain the Decatur Community Center. Entertainment for the event will be provided by the Liberty Band. A short memorial service will precede the supper. The public is cordially invited to attend. In case of rain the event will be held at the Decatur Community Center on state Route 125.
driving course and selfdefense. Registration is $250 per person. The deadline to register is June 1. Fees for both programs include over twenty workshops, electives, meals, lodging and a T-shirt. To register, contact your county Farm Bureau office or download a registration from the event listing at www.ofbf.org and send it to your county Farm Bureau office. Youths must be from OFBF member families to attend and many counties offer scholarships to attend. For more information on how to become a Farm Bureau member, visit www.GrowWithFB.org.
Brown County Rangers to hold yard sale BY Michaela Gates Brown County Rangers 4-H On our March 7 meeting we elected in our officers for the year 2010. The officers are as follows: PresidentEmily Siemer, Vice Pres/SecretaryFelicia Zeller, Treasurer-Ceairah Chaffin, News ReporterMichaela Gates, HistorianHannah Hacker, Inspirational-Madison B r o w n , Energy/Environ/LitterAmanda McQueary, Health and Safety- Madison Patton, and Recreational- Victoria Patton. There was a meeting for the Brown County Rangers on May 2, 2010 at the Brown County Fairgrounds Horse Barn at 4 p.m. Amanda McQueary, our energy/environment/litter officer, raised $210 for our club with recycling. There will be a yard sale at the Brown County fair grounds May 7 and 8 in conjunction with the town-wide yard sale. If you would like to donate items to help out the 4-h members of brown county it would be greatly appreciated.
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largest expansion of government in our lifetime,” Schmidt stated. Schmidt is one of fewer than three dozen members of the House with a 100 percent rating from the American Conservative Union. “I strongly believe that our nation’s policies are headed in completely the wrong direction. I will continue to oppose legislation that will cost American’s their jobs, their prosperity, and most of all their liberty,” Schmidt concluded. Schmidt will be presented the Defender of Liberty
Congresswoman Jean Schmidt was recently awarded the Defenders of Liberty Award for 2009 from the American Conservative Union. The Award is given to Members of Congress who scored a perfect 100 percent on issues of concern to grassroots conservatives. “I am very pleased to accept this award from the American Conservative Union and the hundreds of thousands of grassroots conservatives the organization stands for each day. I am proud to be recognized for my principled stands against the
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Ripley, Eastern vie for SHL track and field supremacy By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press The Southern Hills League held its annual track and field meet at North Adams High School on Tuesday and Thursday last week. Brown County teams fared well at the event. The Ripley girls won the league with a team score of 142, edging out Peebles by one point. The Eastern girls finished fourth with a team score of 81. The Ripley boys finished second to North Adams with a team score of 135. Eastern boys were third with a team score of 108. On the girls’ side of the meet, Ripley and Eastern scored points in several events. In the 4 x 800-meter relay, Ripley’s team of Sarah Boling, Brianna Payne, Krista Guinn and Alexis Spires finished fourth. Eastern’s Hannah Granger, Shayla Black, Katelyn Handra and Ebru Kokmaz came in fifth. Ripley’s Niay Royal finished third in the 100-meter hurdles. Eastern’s Laramie Wells placed sixth and Ripley’s Olivia Kendrick came in eighth. Ripley’s Melissa Mitchell
and Lauren Bachman placed second and third in the 100meter dash. Eastern’s Kayla Ratliff placed sixth. In the 4 x 200-meter relay, Ripley’s Royal, Mitchell, and Shayla Bachman Henderson won the event. Eastern’s Black, Brooke Lawson, Andrea Neu and Nicolette Clifton placed third. In the 1,600-meter run, Eastern’s Granger placed third. Payne, from Ripley, finished eighth. In the 4 x 100-meter relay, Ripley’s Royal, Mitchell, Mary Beth Dyke and Olivia Kendrick placed second. Eastern’s Lawson, Neu, Heather Wallingford and Shelby Cierley came in third. Ripley’s Mitchell was league champion in the 400meter dash. Eastern’s Ratliff came in second and Ripley’s Henderson placed third. Bachman, from Ripley, grabbed second in the 300meter hurdles. Eastern’s Wells placed sixth and Ripley’s Royal came home eighth. In the 800-meter run, Eastern’s Black placed sixth. In the 200-meter dash, Ripley’s Henderson and Bachman finished second and third. Eastern’s Ratliff placed fifth.
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Ripley’s Scott Gillstrap placed second in the high jump at the Southern Hills League meet.
Eastern’s Granger placed fourth in the 3,200-meter run. Ripley’s Boling came in fifth and Ripley’s Brooke Horton grabbed the eighth spot. Eastern’s Black, Korkmaz, Lawson and Clifton placed third in the 4 x 400-meter relay. Ripley’s Spires, Meagan Kirschner, Amanda Stidham and Guinn placed fourth. Ripley’s Whitney Plymesser was league champion in the discus. Eastern’s Christina Burns finished third. Ripley’s Morgan Wright captured sixth.
Ripley’s Henderson finished second in the high jump. Ratliff, from Eastern, took fifth. Ripley’s Katlyn Adams placed seventh and Eastern’s Cierley captured eighth. Ripley’s Dyke and Kendrick finished third and fourth in the long jump. Eastern’s Burns was league champion in the shot put. Ripley’s Plymesser and Kody Gilkerson finished second and third. Eastern’s Lawson claimed sixth.
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Ripley’s Melissa Mitchell won the 400-meter dash at the annual Southern Hills League meet.
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Western, G-Town score in SBC meet By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press Western Brown and Georgetown competed in the annual Southern Buckeye Conference track and field meet held at Holman Field in
Batavia on Tuesday and Wednesday. On Tuesday, Western had several girls score points in the American Division events. Western won the 4 x 800meter relay. Abigail Marlow placed fifth
in the pole vault. Morgan Orr won the long jump and Courtney Holden placed fifth. Courtney Campbell and Megan Werring finished second and third in the shot put. Brittany Palmer and Meranda Jennings took first and second in the discus. The Georgetown Lady GMen also scored in Tuesday’s National Division events. Holly Vankeuren placed sixth in the long jump. Carli Deal and Paige Luck placed second and fourth in the shot put. Deal also claimed second in the discus. The Western boys picked up points on Tuesday in the American Division. The Western team finished fourth in the 4 x 800-meter
relay. James Wilson placed fifth in the high jump. Zack Siemer took fifth in the long jump. Mack Tudor won the shot put. Dakota Pack placed fourth. Tudor also was champion of the discus. Will Moore finished second. The Georgetown boys scored some overall team points in the National Division events on Tuesday. The Georgetown team finished second in the 4 x 800meter relay. D.J. Latham captured fifth in the long jump. Jess Adamson was champion of the discus and shot. Teammate Bannon Swartz placed sixth in the discus. Continued on page 17
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Eastern’s Conner Purdin placed second in the long jump at the Southern Hills League meet.
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Georgetown’s Nick McAfee and Logan Lucas exchange the baton during the 4 x 800-meter relay at the SBC meet.
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The Western Lady Broncos hosted an opening round game in the girls division I sectional tournament on Monday and fell to the Princeton Lady Vikings by a score of 8-3. “We did not play well at all,” said Western coach Blaine Wallace. “We should have hit their pitcher and we didn’t. We weren’t real patient at the plate and we made some mistakes in the field.”
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Things went well early for Western. Danika Ratcliff struck out the side in the top of the first. Her teammates gave her the lead in the bottom of the same frame. Becca Woodruff reached on an error leading off the inning. She later scored after a fly out by Ratcliff, giving the Lady Broncos a 1-0 edge. The Lady Vikings got even and then some in the top of the third. Princeton plated three runs on just one hit, taking advantage of a couple of
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Western’s Morgan Henry laced a double in the Lady Broncos’ loss to Princeton.
walks and a Western error. In the top of the fifth frame, the Lady Vikings increased the spread to 8-1 by scoring five times on three hits. Again, Princeton took advantage of two walks and a Western defensive miscue. “We were very hesitant with our throws in the field,” said Wallace. “After the missed check swing, we lost our focus a little.” The Lady Broncos didn’t quit, answering with two runs in the bottom of the fifth. Morgan Henry led off the inning with a double. Courtney Jackson-Wahl followed with a single. Destiny Ryan drove in Henry with a sacrifice fly. Woodruff followed with an RBI-single, scoring Jackson-Wahl. After five complete, Western trailed Princeton by five. The Lady Broncos stranded runners in both the sixth and seventh innings, falling to the Lady Vikings, 8-3. Woodruff, Henry, JacksonWahl and Brittany Palmer led the Lady Broncos offense with one hit each. Ratcliff suffered the loss on the mound for Western. She worked seven innings, allowing eight runs, five earned, on just five hits. Ratcliff walked six, hit one batter and fanned five. “We have to get out and play during the summer,” added Wallace. “Our league is way too competitive to put the gloves away until March.” With the loss, Western finished the season with an overall mark of 7-14.
Eastern Lady Warriors come from behind to defeat Lady Lions, 10-9 By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press The Eastern Lady Warriors, in a tune-up for tournament play, defeated the Fairfield Lady Lions in a non-league tilt by a score of 10-9. The visiting Lady Lions jumped right on the host Lady Warriors, plating one run in the first, three in the third and three more in the fourth, taking a 7-0 lead.
Eastern evened the count in the bottom of the fourth. Shelby Mullins led off the inning with a single. Cassandra Hardyman drew a walk, moving Mullins to second. Arica Bollman reached on a fielder’s choice. Emily Tatman doubled, scoring Hardyman. Bre Bruch reached on an error, scoring Bollman on the play. Megan Staggs reached on an error, scoring Tatman on the play. Kaylee
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Eastern’s Courtney Wiford drove in three runs with a double during the Lady Warriors’ win over Fairfield.
Purdy drew a walk, loading the bases. Courtney Wiford delivered an RBI-single, keeping the bases loaded for Maria Johnson, who drove in Staggs with a sacrifice fly. Mullins, at the plate for the second time in the frame, reached on an error. Purdy and Wiford scored on the play, tying the count at 7-7. The Lady Warriors took the lead for good in the bottom of the fifth. Katy Mullins singled, leading off the inning. McKenzie followed with a single. Purdy was hit by a pitch, loading the bases for Wiford, who promptly doubled, picking up three RBIs and giving the Lady Warriors a 10-7 advantage. Fairfield rallied in the top of the sixth, plating two runs on one hit and closing the gap to 10-9. The Eastern defense held in the top of the seventh and the Lady Warriors claimed a 10-9 non-league win. Johnson started on the hill for Eastern and worked four innings, receiving no decision. Tatman worked two innings in relief and picked up the win. Ariel Haitz pitched the final inning for the Lady Warriors, earning the save. The win lifted Eastern to 19-4 overall. The Lady Warriors won the Southern Hills League with an undefeated league record.
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Baseball 5/19 Fayetteville/ Cedarville winner @ Roselawn #1 5/19 Eastern/Piketon winner @ Athens 5/19 Georgetown/ Middletown Christian winner @ Roselawn #2 5/19 Ripley/Reading winner @ Deer Park 5/20 Western vs. Little Miami/St. Xavier winner
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By Ritchie Butler The Brown County Press The Southern State Lady Patriots traveled to Akron last weekend to participate in the annual USCAA National Softball Tournament. The Lady Patriots qualified for the tournament by finishing the regular season ranked seventh in the nation. "This was a good experience for the girls," said SSCC coach Katie Moberly. "We saw some different teams and some good pitching each game. It opened up some opportunities and we made some contacts for next season." In SSCC's first game of the tournament at Firestone Stadium, the Lady Patriots fell to St. Mary of the Woods (Indiana) by a score of 133. St. Mary's scored once in the bottom of the first, taking an early 1-0 lead. Southern State responded with three runs in the top of the second and looked poised to pull off the upset. The complexion of the game changed in the bottom of the second when St. Mary's plated 10 runs in the frame, benefitting from several Lady Patriots' errors. St. Mary's added two runs in the fourth and held the Lady Patriots scoreless in the fifth, downing Southern State, 13-3. Shelby Kelley (Western) took the loss on the mound. She worked 1 1/3 innings, allowing 10 runs, seven earned, on seven hits. Kelley also walked a batter. Devan Bernard (Fairfield) worked 2 2/3 innings of relief. She allowed three runs, one earned, on four hits. Bernard issued no walks and struck out one. Kelley led the offense with two hits. Bernard, Brittany Colwell (Little Miami), Jackie Siegel (Ripley) and Ryann Morse (Eastern) added one hit each. Siegel also drove in two runs. In game two for SSCC, the Lady Patriots lost to St. Joseph's (Brooklyn, New York) by a score of 4-3. "This was a heartbreaker that took two days to play because of rain," said Moberly. After allowing St. Joseph's two runs in the bottom of the first, Southern State came back to claim the lead by plating three runs in the top of the third. The Lady Patriot defense held for five innings, but on Sunday, St. Joseph's scored two runs in the bottom of the seventh, handing Southern State its second loss of the tournament. Kelley suffered the loss on the hill. She pitched seven innings, allowing four runs, three earned, on nine hits. Kelley walked two and fanned five. "Shelby did a nice job in the rain," said
for players aged 17 and under (can’t turn 18 before Jan. 1, 2011). The 19 and under team will play a 40-game schedule beginning on June 3. The district tournament will be held during the week of July 12. The 19 and under team will play in the Troy Tournament, the Washington Court House Tournament, host the fourth annual Hillsboro Wooden Bat Tournament in addition to
playing a league schedule and non-league schedule. The 17 and under team will play 20-plus games, including a league schedule. The district tournament will be during the week of July 5. There is no cost to play for either team. For more information, contact general manager Tim Davis at 937-205-3786, or coach Ritchie Butler at 937403-2689.
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Moberly. "She kept her focus and hit a groove. Unfortunately, they scored two in the last inning to beat us. Skye Lucas (Whiteoak) did an excellent job defensively." Kelley led the offense with three hits and one RBI. Morse added two base knocks. Colwell and Bre Johnson (Miami Trace) added one hit each. On Sunday evening, SSCC dropped its final game of the weekend to Penn State-Beaver (Pennsylvania) by a count of 10-2. The Lady Patriots played tough all the way, trailing only 4-2 heading into the bottom of the sixth. The wheels fell off in the last inning however, as Southern State allowed six runs in the frame, falling by a score of 10-2. Bernard took the loss on the mound. She worked five innings, allowing eight runs, five earned, on seven hits. Bernard walked two and struck out one. Kelley tossed 1/3 of an inning in relief. She allowed two runs, both earned, on three hits. Colwell led the offense with two hits. Bernard added one. "This was our first year eligible and we were the only new team (the other seven played last year)," added Moberly. "We were also the only team from Ohio and the only two-year school there." At the tournament banquet, Kristi Beasley (North Adams) was honored as an Academic All-American. Ryann Morse and Shelby Kelley were also honored as All-American Honorable Mention. The Lady Patriots now stand at 12-7 overall and were set to host the OCAC tournament on Friday and Saturday. Editor's Note: St. Mary of the Woods took second in the tournament. St. Joseph's finished third. Robert Morris (Springfield, Illinois) was the tournament champion.
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The 2010 MASC Champion BSC Vipers. Front row, l-to-r, Rachel Kuttler, Sadie Silvis, Autumn Boothby, Shelby Elder and Jessica Fitzpatrick. Back row, l-to-r, Cheyenne Dunseith, Haley Richey, Cana Kleemeyer, Alanis Daugherty, Alyssa Wedmore, Dana Buttree and Mackenzie Young.
The BSC Vipers took their soccer skills to Fairfield, Ohio, for the Mid-American Soccer Classic tournament on the weekend of Apr. 10 and 11. Offensive pressure was constant throughout the entire tournament, and the defense was absolutely smothering all weekend long, as well. The Vipers earned the MASC GU11 Copper Division Championship. The weekend saw the Vipers play three preliminary matches, defeating MRAA Rams by a
score of 5-0 and then defeating Cincinnati West Twisters, 3-0, on Saturday. On Sunday, the Vipers faced off against a sister club team, the Beechmont Hawks, and defeated them by a score of 5-0. That win secured the Vipers a spot in the finals. In the finals, the Vipers were pitted against CSC Girls 99 Gold (Lexington, Kentucky), another team that had not allowed any goals by their opponents in preliminary play. That trend ended for CSC99
Lady G-Men to hold girls’ Hillsboro Legion Baseball team tryouts basketball camp
The Hillsboro American Legion Baseball team will be holding tryouts on Sunday, May 16, and Sunday, May 23, at Shaffer Park in Hillsboro. Tryouts begin at 2 p.m. and will be held rain or shine on May 16. The Hillsboro team has merged with Bainbridge and will field two teams this season, one for players aged 19 and under (can’t turn 20 before Jan. 1, 2011) and one
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Southern State’s Shelby Kelley (Western) led the Lady Patriots’ offense with five hits at the USCAA National Tournament.
The Georgetown girls' basketball camp will be held June 7, through June 11, from 9 a.m. until noon at the Georgetown Church of Christ Gymnasium. All girls entering grades 3-8 in the school year 2010-2011 may attend. All campers will receive a tee shirt and a basketball. The camp fee is $60. Camp brochures may be picked up at the Georgetown High School or at the Georgetown Elementary School.
Gold, as the BSC Vipers put two goals in the back of the net in the first half. That would be all that the Vipers needed, as they went on to win, 2-0. The BSC Vipers are a talented U11 girls’ soccer team with players that reside in Mt. Orab, Hamersville and Georgetown and play select soccer for Beechmont Soccer Club. The Vipers are coached and trained by Paul Elder and Dan Silvis. Feel free to visit the BSC Vipers on their Facebook page for more.
Commitment Baseball Commitment Baseball School is coming to the following locations this summer. Hillsboro Shaffer Park, June 7-11. Wilmington Williams Park, June 14-18. The camp is designed for boys and girls ages 6-14. Cost is $65 for preregistration, $75 on site, and there is a $50 registration break for an additional sibling. The camp is directed by Whiteoak H.S. Head Coach Chris Veidt. The camp runs from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. For more information, call Coach Veidt at 937-3823265, or download a camp pamphlet at brightlocalschools.com on the baseball web page. Registration forms are also available at Whiteoak H.S., Bright Elementary and the Shaffer Park office.
WB Youth Basketball Camp Western Brown varsity boys coach Doug Williams has announced that the Broncos will host a youth basketball camp on June 14-17, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Western High School for boys leaving grades 3-8. Cost is $60, which includes a camp tee-shirt. For more information, call Williams at 937-527-4531.
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Eastern’s Can Tobias won the 400-meter dash at the SHL meet.
The boys’ side also had several scorers from Brown County. Evan Bunn, Conner Purdin, Can Tobias and Austin Smith, from Eastern, placed second in the 4 x 800-meter relay. Ripley’s Aaron Stidham, Jacob Verne, Michael Caproni and Gage Bradford came in third. Ripley’s Deontay England and Donte Bennett finished third and fourth in the 110meter hurdles. Eastern’s Ethan Mullins and Rhett Purdy came home fifth and seventh. Ripley’s Kiowa Fithen was league champion in the 100meter dash. Teammate Scott Gillstrap finished fourth. Eastern’s Tyler Lucas placed fifth. Ripley’s Zack McMillon, Drew Wilson, David Shouse and Johnathan Kessel won the 4 x 200-meter relay. Eastern’s Tyler Lucas, Taylor Little,
Curtis Holton and Clay Garrett came in sixth. Eastern’s Smith and Bunn placed third and fifth in the 1,600-meter run. Ripley’s Stidham and Caproni placed sixth and eighth. Ripley’s Fithen, McMillon, Wilson and Gillstrap won the 4 x 100-meter relay. Eastern’s Lucas, Little, Holton and Billy Wolfe claimed seventh. Eastern’s Tobias was league champion in the 400-meter dash. Garrett, also from Eastern, placed fifth. Ripley’s Wilson came in eighth. Ripley’s Bennett placed fourth in the 300-meter hurdles. Eastern’s Purdy and Mullins came in fifth and sixth. Eastern’s Tobias placed third in the 800-meter run. Stidham and Caproni, both of Ripley, finished sixth and seventh. Eastern’s Lucas took fourth in the 200-meter dash. Ripley’s McMillon and Kessel
finished fifth and sixth. Eastern’s Smith and Bunn came in second and third in the 3,200-meter run. Ripley’s Verne placed sixth. Eastern’s Tobias, Garrett, Purdy and Smith took second in the 4 x 400-meter relay. Ripley’s Wilson, Bennett, Shouse and McMillon placed third. Ripley’s Dylan Johnson and Kessel placed second and third in the discus. Eastern’s Tyler Foster and Trevor Woollard finished fourth and seventh. Ripley’s Gillstrap and Fithen took second and fifth in the high jump. Eastern’s Foster claimed third. Eastern’s Purdin placed second in the long jump. Ripley’s Bennett and England took fifth and eighth. Ripley’s Kessel was league champion in the shot put. Ripley’s Johnson placed fourth.
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Ripley’s Johnathan Kessel crosses the finish line first in the 4 x 200-meter relay at the SHL meet.
WB, G-Town score in SBC meet On Wednesday, the SBC track and field meet continued. Once again, the Western girls were scoring points in the American Division. Orr won the 100-meter dash. Teammate Allyson Hile placed fourth. Orr also won the 200-meter dash. Olivia Purdin came in fourth. Orr captured her fourth league championship in winning the 400-meter dash. Shelby Gibbons and Emily Siemer took first and second in the 800-meter run. Christine Moon won the 1,600-meter run. Gibbons finished second. Moon also captured the crown in the 3,200-meter run. Brianna Tudor finished second. Felicia Zeller placed second in the 100-meter hurdles. She
also took third in the 300meter hurdles. Dominique Hunter placed fifth in the 300meter event. Western took second in the 4 x 100-meter relay. The Lady Broncos won the 4 x 200-meter relay and placed second in the 4 x 400meter relay. Western was league champion in the 4 x 800-meter relay. In the girls National Georgetown Division, grabbed some points on Wednesday. Vankeuren took sixth in the 100-meter dash. The Lady G-Men placed fifth in the 4 x 100-meter relay and came home third in the 4 x 400-meter relay. On the boys' side Wednesday, Western scored some points in the American Division. Michael Lindsey and John
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Western’s Olivia Purdin finished fourth in the 200-meter dash at the SBC meet.
Moore placed third and fifth in the 100-meter dash. Ryan Wachowski claimed third in the 400-meter dash. Teammate Brady Brooks finished fifth. Brady Patrick placed fourth in the 1,600-meter run. Logan Sutherland came home third in the 3,200-meter run. Western finished second in the 4 x 100-meter relay and took fourth in the 4 x 200meter relay event. The Broncos came in third in the 4 x 400-meter relay and claimed fourth in the 4 x 800meter relay. In the National Division, Georgetown boys picked up some points on Wednesday. Janson Florence took third in the 100-meter dash. Tom Cropper placed sixth in the 400-meter dash. Seth Teegarden came home third in the 800-meter run. Nick McAfee took third in the 1,600-meter run. He was league champion in the 3,200meter run. Cody Pack took fifth in the 3,200-meter event. The G-Men placed fifth in the 4 x 100-meter relay and also took fifth in the 4 x 200meter relay. Georgetown placed second in the 4 x 400-meter relay and second in the 4 x 800-meter relay. The Western girls won the American Division with a team score of 143. The Western boys finished fourth in the American Division with a team score of 57 (New Richmond won with a score of 110). In the National Division, the Georgetown boys placed fourth overall with a team score of 74 (Blanchester won with a score of 181). The Georgetown girls placed sixth with a score of 30 (Williamsburg won with a score of 173).
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Members of the Western Brown wrestling team will be attending summer camp at Wabash College on June 13-17. At camp, team members will be receiving technique instruction from various college and world-level coaches and will be competing in dual competition. These athletes are asking for help to lower
Wellington physicals at Western Brown Wellington Orthopedic & Sports Medicine is sponsoring high school physicals for athletes in grades 7-12 on Wednesday May 19 between 6:30 7:30 p.m. at Western Brown High School. No appointment is needed. Physicals will be provided on a first come, first serve basis. The cost of the physical is $10 and each athlete will receive a free t-shirt. Parents must have a waiver signed and paperwork filled out which can be picked up in the office.
the cost of the camp. Team members are looking for 'odd jobs' to perform to earn money towards camp. If you have any work (yard work, painting, etc.) that these student-athletes can perform to earn money to help pay for camp, they are willing to work. Please contact head coach Wendel Donathan at 937-307-1110. The Western Brown wrestling program is also looking for alumni. The program is approaching its 35th anniversary and is looking to contact former wrestlers. Plans are in the works to have special ceremonies to celebrate this event. The program needs current addresses, phone numbers and e-mail address in order to contact all former wrestlers. If you have any information about former Western wrestlers, please contact coach Donathan by e-mail at donat-w@wb.k12.oh.us.
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Lawrenceburg, Indiana’s Jason Jamison won the Sunesis Construction Late Models race at MRP on May 7.
Mother’s Day weekend at MRP Mother’s Day weekend kicked off at Moler Raceway Park with a nice field of race cars in attendance. The Sunesis Construction Late Models started with a field of 19 cars on hand. In heat race action, it was Barry Doss and Jason Jamison winning heat races and setting the starting lineup for the feature event. In the feature event it was Jamison taking the lead at the start with Chamberlain and Doss battling for the second spot. By lap 20, Chamberlain took control of the second position and set sail, searching for the leader, but to no avail as Lawrenceburg, Indiana’s, Jamison took the lead and took home his third consecutive feature win on the season. Chamberlain came home second with Lil’ John Whitney, Chad Stapleton and Doss rounding out the top five. In the Mt. Orab Ford Modified Division, another great field of cars were on hand as 28 cars were seeking a starting spot in the feature event. Winning heat events were Bedford, Indiana’s, Greg Johnson, Columbus, Indiana’s, Devin Gilpin, and Verona, Kentucky’s, Dave McWilliams. In the B-main event it was Scotty Kincaid taking the victory. In the feature event it was McWilliams and Gilpin who brought the field to the green flag with McWilliams taking
the lead into turn one. Gilpin tried for the entire 20 laps to get by McWilliams, and on the final turn did get beside McWilliams, but fell just short of stealing the win. McWilliams picked up his first feature win of the season in his Bob Pierce Racecar, L&M Performance, Time Auto Sales sponsored machine. Gilpin came home second with Johnson, Jimmy Lennox, Jr., and Bradley Sterret rounding out the top five. In the Holman Motor Chevettes, it was much the same as last week when Williamsburg’s Jeff Watson claimed another evening sweep. Watson was the winner of heat race number one, while Georgetown’s Miles Tarvin was the winner of heat race number two. In the feature, it was Watson jumping out front and leading the field flag-toflag, while a great battle ensued behind him. At the checkered, it was Kevin Riggs holding off Derrick Davis for the second position, while Tarvin and Rusty Yarger completed the top five. In the US Race Gear Street Stocks, it was newcomer Benji Dean taking the win in the first heat with Jeremie Bretz winning heat race number two. In the feature it was Bretz taking the lead, but this week
he was driving a different car than had won the previous three weeks as the car owner sold the other car and he had to bring out the backup. The backup car was no different, as Bretz was able to win his fourth feature in a row in the H&H Continuous Guttering, Git-R-Done Graphics machine. Jeremy Scott came home second with Mark Kaetzel, Dave Kirker and Craig Naylor rounding out the top five. In the Powder Puff division, it was Brittany Francis taking the win in a Holman Motors with Christy Chevette, Marischen coming home second behind the wheel of uncle Mike’s Modified. Moler Raceway Park would like to thank Larry Boos, of Tony Stewart’s Eldora Speedway, Donna Rayburn, of Portsmouth Raceway Park and many others who took the time to testify at the court case this week. Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and prayers and please keep them coming. On May 14, Moler Raceway Park will host Armed Forces Night Freedom Fighters 40, with Late Models paying $2,000 to win. All military, past and present in uniform or with I.D., get in free. Thanks to all our military and their families for the sacrifices they make every day. God bless them all. See you next week.
Western Brown Broncos golf team scramble to be held at Whiteoak Golf Course The Western Broncos golf team is hosting a scramble at the Whiteoak Golf Course on Sunday, May 23. Sign in begins at 12:30 p.m. and tee time is at 1 p.m. Cost for the event is $240 per team or $60 per person. First prize is $300. There will also be plenty of door prizes. Food is provided by the golf course. Please pre-register by May 18 by contacting Dave Bickett at home, 937-444-0684, on his cell at 937-213-1108. you may also e-mail hyperlink to “mail to: Bicke-D@wb.k12.oh.us.
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On May 7, Williamsburg’s Jeff Watson won the Holman Motor Chevettes race for the second consecutive week.
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Valley Manor’s present facility were discussed. The following activities took place April 14: • BCCSEA Interim Director Susan Smith met with the commissioners to discuss that agency’s activities. • Dale Burroughs met with Board of Commissioners President Margery Paeltz to discuss a roofing project in Fayetteville. • Ginny Shrimplin with County Risk Sharing Authority and Cathy Blevins Woods Insurance with Agency Inc. met with the commissioners to discuss the upcoming CORSA renewal. April 19, 2010 The Brown County Board of Commissioners meeting in regular session on this date: • Approved a replat for part of Third Street (vacated) and Lots 40-42 and part of Cherry Alley (vacated) Block “B” of Hamilton Park Addition in the unincorporated village of Macon in Eagle Township. The replatted area totals .587 acre. • Approved Brown County Engineer Todd Cluxton’s request to enter into a contract with D.J. Group Inc. of Beverly to provide the herbicidal spraying for 2010 for $11,942.50. The contract was effective that date, April 19, with the work scheduled to be completed by Thursday, May 20. • Adopted a resolution approving a request from Shirley Meranda for support of her application to the State of Ohio for purchase of an agricultural easement on property at 6933 Hillman Ridge Road, Georgetown (Pleasant Township). The commissioners stated they had reviewed the request for support and determined the nomination of the property for purchase of an agricultural easement was compatible with the long-range goals of the local government area regarding farmland preservation and agreed to monitor, supervise, and enforce the deed of agriculture easement on behalf of the director and support the application for the easement. Meranda committed to donate at least 25 percent of the agriculture easement
of bills from 18 funds totaling $326,290.03. • Adopted a resolution approving a request from Juliana and George Patten for support of their application to the State of Ohio for purchase of an agricultural easement on property at West Fork Road in Byrd Township. The commissioners stated they had reviewed the request for support and determined the nomination of the property for purchase of an agricultural easement was compatible with the long-range goals of the local government area regarding farmland preservation and supported the application for the easement. The following activities took place April 15: • Paeltz attended a United Way meeting in Batavia. • Geschwind attended the Brown County Chamber of Commerce Meeting at Villa Georgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Georgetown. • Attorney Ben Albrech met with the commissioners to discuss the Fraternal Order of Police labor negotiations. The following activity took place April 16: • Paeltz attended the County Commissioners’ Association of Ohio meeting in Columbus. The following activities took place April 20: • The Brown County Planning Commission held its monthly meeting with the commissioners in attendance. • Paeltz attended the Workforce Investment Board meeting in Waverly. • Paeltz attended the Adams Brown Community Action Program Board of Directors meeting in West Union. commissioners • The attended the Law Library Resources Board meeting in the Brown County Board of Commissioners Office. April 26, 2010 The Brown County Board of Commissioners meeting in regular session on this date: • Approved Brown County Communication Center Director Rob Wilson’s request to discuss personnel in an executive session, which lasted 20 minutes.
value. • Approved Jean Rickey’s request for the following Transcripts Fund appropriation changes: increase 2b2a (Transcripts) by $302 and decrease 14A1 (County Buildings) by $302. • Voted to recess that meeting until April 20 to conduct further business and to enter into the Ohio Valley Regional Development Commission’s Second Round Caucus Meeting. • Attended OVRDC’s Second Round Caucus Meeting at the Brown Board of County Commissioners’ Office. Paeltz called the meeting to order, and Michele Throckmorton with OVRDC conducted the meeting. The agenda included Appalachian Regional Commission and Economic D e v e l o p m e n t Administration grant updates, the project development process, rating of submitted projects, and review of the Caucus membership and roster. April 20, 2010 The Brown County Board of Commissioners meeting in the regular session reconvened from April 19: • Approved a $525 advance contribution into a Health Savings Account from Community Development Block Grant T10 Funds. • Issued a proclamation designating Thursday, May 6, as the 2010 National Day of Prayer in Brown County. Those in attendance at the proclamation issuance were Marsha Mundy, Linda O’Hara, Diana Lawrence, Don Mundy, Terrie Wells and Dave Eversole. • Voted to enter into a contract with Mootz Construction of Georgetown for the demolition of an unsafe structure at 508 Wa s h i n g t o n S t . , Higginsport. The $3,200 contract price will be paid Neighborhood with Stabilization Program Funds. • Voted to enter into a with Mootz contract Construction of Georgetown for the demolition of an unsafe structure at 403 Main St., Hamersville. The $6,500 contract price will be paid with NSP Funds. • Approved the payment
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• Approved Wilson’s recommendation to terminate Linda Yale from her position as telecommunication specialist/ Enhanced 911 dispatcher effective that date. • Approved a $10,200 decrease in B2 Salaries in Dog and Kennel Funds and a $10,200 increase in B4a Vehicles in Dog and Kennel Funds. • Approved Brown County Dog Warden Billy Frazier’s request to purchase a 2008 Ford F-150 Truck for $15,200 from Georgetown Auto Sales. • Recessed the meeting until April 27. The following activity took place April 21: • The commissioners and Brown County Solid Waste Authority Board member Ben Houser attended the “After It Leaves The Curb” Solid Waste Training Course Ohio Government for Decision and Policy Makers in Columbus. The following activities took place April 22: • Paeltz and Geschwind the Clermont attended County Chamber of Commerce Annual Breakfast in Batavia. • Geschwind attended the County Wastewater Meeting at the Brown County Engineer’s Office in Georgetown. • Paeltz and Jennings attended the OVRDC Executive Meeting in Waverly. The following activity took place April 23: • Frazier met with the commissioners to discuss the operations of the Brown County Animal Shelter in Georgetown. The following activities took place April 26: • Cluxton met with the engineers to discuss the Brown County Engineer’s Office’s operations. • The commissioners, Jean Rickey, Brown County Prosecuting Attorney Jessica Little, and Brown County Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger met with Michael Hart to discuss Ohio dog laws, the Brown County Animal Shelter’s operations, and other county issues. • Susan Stockman with USI insurance firm met with the commissioners and Jean Rickey to discuss National Health Care Reform. • Al Lindeman with Perfection, Math Cline with Isaacs, Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities Business Manager Tammie Keller and BCBDD employee Lena Bradford met with the commissioners to discuss the purchase of new windows for the BCBDD facility in Georgetown. • The commissioners discussed a new roof and energy savings ideas for the Brown County Adult Detention Center in Georgetown. • The commissioners attended the Brown County Chamber of Commerce’s Spring Recognition Dinner at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center in Georgetown. April 27, 2010 The Brown County Board of Commissioners meeting in the regular session reconvened from April 26: • Approved Brown County Probate/Juvenile Court Judge Margaret Clark’s request for a $1,155 advance contribution into an HSA from A00 Funds. • Approved NSP Coordinator Dorothy Ferris’ request for a contract change order. The commissioners and Mootz Construction Company agreed to that change order to the Original Agreement dated April 20 for the demolition of a building at 508 Washington St. in Higginsport. The change to the original bid and agreement will be the removal of the out buildings. The original agreement was for $3,200, but the new agreement was $4,200 with a $1,000 change order. The following activities took place April 27: • The Brown County Planning Commission held a
special meeting with the commissioners. • Jennings attended the Connect Ohio meeting at SHCTC. • Paeltz attended the Brown County Children and Family First Council meeting at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Georgetown. • Cluxton and Little met with the commissioners to discuss road closures in Arnheim. • Paeltz met with the of Brown County Board Travel and Tourism. April 28, 2010 The Brown County Board of Commissioners meeting in regular session on this date: • Approved the payment of bills from 21 funds totaling $188,886.76. • Approved Cole’s request to establish a new fund, T31, for the Appalachian Regional Commission Perry Township Water Project Grant. The commissioners allocated $80,000 into T31-1 Revenue – Grant Receipts and also set up Line Item T31-5 Expenditure – Contract Services, for which no money was allocated at that time. • Approved sending a Request For Statement of Qualifications to interested engineering firms for the planning, design, construction administration and other required engineering services relating to the construction of a regional sewer system for Brown County. The commissioners, Cluxton and the Brown County Wastewater Project Team will accept the RFSQs until noon Friday, May 28, at the Brown County Board of Commissioners Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown, OH 45121. Firms wishing to be considered should send 10 copies of a Statement of Qualifications not exceeding 25 pages (with the page limits including résumés). An RFSQ Supplement that outlines the proposed project in further detail may be obtained from the Board of Commissioners Office 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. The commissioners may be reached at (937) 378-3956. • Entered into an executive session, that lasted one hour and 15 minutes, with Smith, BCCSEA Interim Director Debra Forsythe and attorney Cecilia Potts to discuss personnel. • Accepted Wilson’s recommendation to accept the FOP proposal as it relates to the Brown County Communication Center Union Contract. • Approved Wilson’s request for a $6,000 supplemental appropriation from unappropriated E911 Funds to A25-10 (Other Expenses) in E911 Funds. • Approved Wilson’s request for a $9,000 supplemental appropriation from unappropriated E911 Funds to A25-3b (Fire and Emergency Medical Services Radio System Improvements) in E911 Funds. • Recessed that meeting at 4:10 p.m. to attend a Board of Commissioners’ night meeting at the Byrd Township Community Center in Decatur. • Reconvened the meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Byrd Township Community Center. Paeltz opened the meeting, and Geschwind led the Pledge of Allegiance. A report of bills approved earlier that day was available for review. Numerous subjects regarding Brown County and Byrd Township were discussed with the commissioners. Byrd Township Trustee Dallas Huff, Byrd Township Fiscal Officer Connie Scott and Byrd Township resident Susan Smith attended that meeting. The following activity took place April 28: • Alan Freeman with DSL Consulting, L.L.C., met with the commissioners to discuss government funding.
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Wildlife artist John Ruthven’s newest painting “Penguins On Parade” will be unveiled at an event scheduled noon-5 p.m. Sunday, May 16, at the old Thompson House Gallery, 203 E. Grant Ave., Georgetown. Those attending may visit with Ruthven, a Georgetown-area resident, 1-4 p.m. and also meet Gary Denzler, a sculptor and animal show manager at the Cincinnati Zoo, along with Charlie, a black-footed penguin from that zoo. Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Community Memorial Service is scheduled at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 16, at the HHOV Office, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab. The event is an occasion to remember, honor and celebrate the memory of a loved one. Further information is available by calling Peg Lynch at (937) 444-4900 or 1-800928-4243. Hillsboro American Legion baseball tryouts for boys 19 and younger will be held at 2 p.m. Sundays, May 16 and 23, at Shaffer Park in Hillsboro. Further information is available by calling General Manager Tim Davis at (937) 205-3786 or Coach Ritchie Butler at (937) 403-2689. Annual Fishing Tournament sponsored by Southern Ohio Farmland Preservation Association will be held 4-7 p.m. Sunday, May 16, at Silverhook Fishing Lake on State Route 125 near Decatur. Youths up to 18 are invited to participate. Admission is $5. Anyone desiring reservations may call (937) 379-1602 by Monday, May 10. Anyone wanting information about Silverhook Fishing Lake may call (937) 3731314. Monday Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Monday, May 17, at the Commissioners’ Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. Free bingo will be offered to senior citizens 60 and older 9:45-11:15 a.m. Monday, May 17, at the Brown County Senior Nutrition Center, 505 N. Main St., Georgetown. Those coming are asked to bring a wrapped $1 gift for the prize table. All senior citizens are invited to attend for fun, fellowship and food. A regular nutritional lunch will be served at noon each weekday at the Center. Northern Brown Senior Center at St. Martin’s Chapel Hall in St. Martin will host
activities for senior citizens 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, May 17. Cindy Cales with The Ohio State University Extension Office in Georgetown will present a program. Indoor walking also is slated during that time. All area citizens 55 and older are invited to attend. Brown County General Hospital Auxiliary will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, May 17, in the BCGH Executive Conference Room in Georgetown. Jan Staubach with the Brown County Humane Society and Brown County Dog Warden Bill Frazier will speak on the recent changes that have taken place at the Brown County Animal Shelter in Georgetown and the effect it will have on finding homes for shelter animals. Refreshments will be served by the BCGH Dietary Department. The public is invited to attend. Sardinia Village Council Finance Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia. Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab, will offer a Grief and Loss Support Group 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, and the third Monday of every month for individuals who have lost a loved one recently. Further information is available by calling 1-800-928-4848 or (937) 444-4900. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter in Mt. Orab will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, at the Mt. Orab Public Library, 613 S. High St. Further information is available by calling Hope Fain at (937) 444-0404. TOPS Chapter in Ripley will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, at Ripley Church of The Nazarene, 230 N. Second St. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501. TOPS Chapter in Sardinia will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, at Sardinia Church of The Nazarene on SardiniaMowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Bobbi Wilson at (937) 446-4662. Aberdeen Village Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, at the Municipal Building. Mt. Orab Lions Club Directors will meet at 7 p.m. Monday, May 17, at the Houser Law Offices, 750 S. High St., Mt. Orab. Russellville Community Action Planners will meet at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 17, at the Rambler Community Center in Russellville. Carey Bavis Post No. 180 and Auxiliary of the American Legion, 1001 S. Main St., Georgetown, will meet at 8 p.m. Monday, May 17, at the Post. Sardinia Village Council will meet at 7
p.m. Monday, May 17, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia. This is a second meeting being held this month to discuss village business; the council also met May 10 and normally meets once per month on the second Monday. Tuesday Brown County Planning Commission will meet at 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Brown County Commissioners’ Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. Brown County Health Department, 826 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown, will administer general immunizations 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, or other days by appointment. Those wishing to be immunized need to bring their shot records with them. Further information is available by calling (937) 378-6892 or toll free at 1866-867-6892. Annual Ohio Senior Citizens Day Celebration sponsored by the Brown County Senior Citizens Council will begin at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, at Georgetown Church of Christ, 149 Hamer Road, Georgetown. There will be a variety of booths, chair volleyball, entertainment and much more, and a catered lunch will be served at noon. All those attending are encouraged to dress in patriotic colors. There also will be a Made From Scratch Bake-Off. All Brown County senior citizens are invited to attend. Governing Board of the Brown County Educational Service Center will meet at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, in the Board Offices at the Brown County Fairgrounds, 325 W. Main St., Georgetown, to consider any business which may be necessary. The meeting time on the third Tuesday of each month has been changed from the former meeting of 10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 18, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia. Adams Brown Community Action Program will host bingo every Tuesday, including May 18, at 406 W. Plum St., Georgetown. Doors will open at 5 p.m. with bingo beginning at 7 p.m. Further information is available by calling (937) 378-6041, Ext. 257. Mt. Orab Board of Public Affairs will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Municipal Building, 211 S. High St., Mt. Orab. Lake Waynoka Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Lake Waynoka Lodge. Alzheimer’s Family Support Group will meet 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Brown County General Hospital Private Dining Room in Georgetown. Further information about the group is available by calling 1-800-272-3900. Western Brown Local School District
Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at Mt. Orab Elementary School, 474 W. Main St., Mt. Orab. This is a change from the board’s regular monthly meeting date and location as it normally meets at 7 p.m. the third Monday of each month at the WBLSD Administrative Offices, 524 W. Main St., Mt. Orab. Eastern Local School District Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the District Administrative Offices on U.S. 62 south of Macon. Wilson Sroufe Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 9772 Auxiliary will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Post, 117 W. Main St., Mt. Orab. Ripley 2012 Bicentennial Planning Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Union Township Public Library, 27 Main St., Ripley. Public hearings are scheduled at 7 p.m. Tuesdays, May 18 and 25, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia, concerning Sardinia’s efforts to obtain a $300,000 state grant for infrastructure projects including road and sidewalk work. Pleasant Township Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Municipal Building in Georgetown. Danbery Chapter No. 230 Order of The Eastern Star will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at Union Lodge No. 71 Free and Accepted Masons Temple, 210 N. Second St., Ripley. Mt. Orab Village Council will meet at 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Village Municipal Building, 211 S. High St., Mt. Orab. Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2293 and Auxiliary will meet at 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 18, at the Eagles Lodge in Georgetown. Wednesday Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will meet at 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the BCSWCD Office, 706 Main St., Georgetown. Georgetown Lions Club will meet at 8 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Fireside Restaurant in Georgetown. Brown County Board of Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Commissioners’ Office, 800 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities will hold an Ethics Committee meeting and a regularly scheduled meeting at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Habilitation Center, 9116 Hamer Road, Georgetown. Rambler Weavers will meet 9:30 a.m.noon Wednesday, May 19, at the Rambler
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Chanda L. Bradford et al to U.S. Bank, N.A., .5 acre, Eagle Twp., $50,000 Andrea S. and William Kennedy to G.O. Abbott, Lot 147 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $74,000 Waynoka Property Owners Association to Delores McKinzie, Lot 3587 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $500 Waynoka Property Owners Association Inc. to Anna Dougherty, Lot 3739 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $500 Daniel L. and Jill P. Guenther to Peter A. and Nancy L. Arlotta, Lot 2858 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $48,000 Regina and Michael Liming to Wendy Crawford, .37 acre (Lot 21 – Grants Crossing Subdivision), Mt. Orab Village, $61,000 Gregory G. Whitson et al to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as trustee for BCAPB, L.L.C. Trust 2007-AB1, .59 acre, Aberdeen Village, $50,000 Donna Short now known as Donna L. Juergens et al to Fabian Ralston, .63 acre, Aberdeen Village, $6,667 Waynoka Property Owners Association Inc. to Darryl W. and Therica L. Slusher, Lot 1135 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $1,300 William and Andrea Kennedy to Christopher C. McVicar, Lot 1224 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $5,000 Forest and Verna F. Dyer, trustees of the Forest Dyer and Verna F. Dyer Revocable Family Trust to Harry J. Rueger III, Lot 1225 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $2,500 William and Andrea Kennedy to Lovell R. Meadows, Lot 1315 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $1,200 Mark A. and Christina E. Silcox to Gregory and Daphne Napier, Lot 1966 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $450 Terry Carter to Gregory and Daphne Napier, Lot 1967 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $1,000 Waynoka Property Owners Association Inc. to Steve and Carrie Hargrove, Lot 2108 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $2,000 Randy Meeker et al to Fifth Third Mortgage Company, 19.86 acres, Jefferson Twp., $46,000 Randy O. and Paula R. Meeker to Samantha M. Flannery, 4.95 acres, Jefferson Twp., $68,000 Ken and Loretta Sheets to Bernard J. and Sharon K. Mazan, Lot 1457 (Lake Lorelei Subdivision), Perry Twp., $500 Ryan M. Jordan et al to Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, 1.13 acres, Pleasant Twp., $40,000 Anita M. Root et al to Debbie S. McMullen, Lots 21, 22 and 23 (Northland Subdivision), Georgetown Village, $27,000 Mari Beth Williams to Adams Brown Counties Economic Opportunities Inc., Lot 96 (C.A. White’s Addition), Georgetown Village, $38,250 Greg and Arnita Carrington to Steve and Marsha Hall, 8.87 acres, Sterling Twp., $250,000 Brett S. Cooper to Kelsey Baxla, 2 acres, Byrd Twp., $162,500 Alberta Bailey and Debbie Isaac to HSBC Mortgage Services Inc., .73 acre, Eagle Twp., $42,000 MHC NAC Inc. formerly known as National American Corporation (successor by merger to Waynoka Development Corporation) to Michael and Linda Sullo, Lot 1386 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $5,000 Ronald B. and Sandra R. Glover to Thomas J. and Amy K. Carney, Lot 2357 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Franklin Twp., $2,000 Donna Sue Ramsden, executrix of Estate of Margaret Parker to William A. Thurner, 16.53 acres, Jackson Twp., $64,500 Jeffry S. and Anna M. Clark to Brian P. and Tina T. Jones, Lot 3682 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $500 Mary C. Lubbers, trustee to Steve P. Yaninek, Lots 1841 and 1842 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $110,000 Waynoka Property Owners Association Inc. to Terry and Rita Carter, Lot 1962 (Lake Waynoka Subdivision), Jackson Twp., $1,000 Duane R. Yates to BAM Farms, L.L.C., 50.91 acres, Jefferson Twp., $93,000 Mickey L. and Sherry Humble to Nancy D. and Willard G. Webber, .36 acre, Russellville Village, $30,000 Rebecca A. Liming also known as Rebecca Ann Meadors and Kenneth Neal Liming to Todd D. and Jennifer L. Wagner, 8.48 acres, Lewis Twp., $209,900 James R. Lewis to Abbie Bush, 40.18 acres, Lewis Twp., $110,000 Rosemary Iles et al to Wesley L. Jr. and Angela Iles, Lot 62 (Lake Lorelei Subdivision), Perry Twp., $75,000 James and Deborah S. McCord to Gilbert B. and Nancy A. Taylor, .09 acre, Perry Twp., $2,250 Edward H. and Jane H. Gilfilen to Christopher E. and Sarah Gilfilen, 3.2 acres (Lot 3 – Gilfilen Subdivision), Perry Twp., $15,700 Debra Davis to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., a National Banking Association, Lot 1 (.98 acre – Grant View Acres Subdivision), Pike Twp., $56,000 Thomas Meese et al to Deutsche Bank National Trust Company as trustee, 1 acre, Pike Twp., $117,663 Larry and Karen L. Burden to Jeffrey A. and Emily A. Wallace, Lot 8 (.91 acre – Erin Acres Subdivision), Mt. Orab Village, $215,000 Maple Grove Development Corporation to Holiday Homes Inc., Lot 27 (1.55 acres – New Harmony-Salem Estates Subdivision), Sterling Twp., $17,500 Lori Gilliam et al to U.S. Bank, N.A., 2.1 acres (Lot 14 – Eastwood Acres Subdivision Section II), Sterling Twp., $58,667 Robert Evans to Shayne and Audra Sams, .84 acre, Sterling Twp., $105,000 Elsie M. Halbritter by Bonita D. Bristle – attorney in fact, .32 acre (Lot 29 – Heritage Subdivision Section III), Mt. Orab Village, $107,200 Apex Development Company, L.L.C. to Lisa A. Todd, Lot 45 (.31 acre – Village At Wills Point Phase II), Mt. Orab Village, $126,900 Larry Clifton, L.L.C. to Samantha Jo Nuss, Lot 21 (Woodland Subdivision), Mt. Orab Village, $94,500
Angie L. Cheek, 30, Mt. Orab, and Jeffrey L. Moore, 27, Mt. Orab, truck driver Bridgett Renee Nicodemus, 19, Sardinia, and James Richard Hoffman, 22, Sardinia Elizabeth Ann Fussnecker, 70, Mt. Orab, teacher, and Robert Preston Vandawalker, 89, Mt. Orab, sales manager Holly Marie Holden, 27, Winchester, warehouse employee, and Jeremiah Becknell, 33, Winchester, self-employed worker Amy Michelle Williams, 22, Sardinia, registrar, and Philip John Egbert, 23, Sardinia, ecommerce copywriter Mary A. Adler, 41, Mt. Orab, substitute teacher, and Donald H. Sizer, 45, Mt. Orab, teacher
Probate Theresa Lynn Correll, Mt. Orab, Case No. 20101077, DOD 02/18/10, file date 05/03/10 Marcellia C. Deboard, Williamsburg, Case No. 20101082, DOD 11/21/07, file date 05/05/10 Judith Blanton Lawrence, Williamsburg, Case No. 20101080, DOD 02/28/10, file date 05/03/10 Michelle Y. Stewart, Mt. Orab, Case No. 20101078, DOD 02/24/10, file date 05/03/10 Evelyn Winchester, Ripley, Case No. 20101081, DOD 10/17/98, file date 05/05/10 Danny G. Yates, Winchester, Case No. 20101079, DOD 03/10/07, file date 05/03/10
Common Pleas CIVIL CASES Household Realty Corporation vs. Phillip C. Nause et al, foreclosure PHH Mortgage Corporation vs. Johnny Bowling Jr. et al, foreclosure Everhome Mortgage Company vs. Mary April Goldfuss, trustee et al, foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as indenture trustee under the indenture relating to IMS Assets Corporation, Collateralized Asset-Backed Bonds, Series 2004-6 vs. Alan L. Purdy et al, foreclosure Stevens Plumbing and Mechanical Inc. as successor to Decatur Industries, L.L.C. vs. Reddy Mechanical, L.L.C., other civil Justin Garrison vs. Benjamin G. Brayer, other civil J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., successor by merger to Bank One, N.A. vs. Robert R. Fender et al, other civil Merchants National Bank vs. Dwight N. Loudon et al, other civil Lisa M. Goldfuss et al vs. Cheri Campbell et al, other civil Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jolene M. Molitoris vs. Freda M. Moore et al, other civil Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Jay D. Noble II also known as Jay Dee Noble also known as Jay Dee Noble II also known as David Eugene Newkirk also known as J.D. Noble et al, foreclosure In Re: petition for Motor Vehicle Certificate of Title (2003 Ford F150) in the name of Greg Van Demark, Van Demark Company Inc., other civil Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Duncan Aaron Frieszell et al, foreclosure Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. Kimberly Seal, other civil Merchants National Bank formerly known as The Citizens Bank of Higginsport vs. Donald Ray Layman II et al, foreclosure Ohio Department of Transportation Director Jolene M. Molitoris vs. Vickie L. Matlock et al, other civil J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., successor by merger to Bank One, N.A. vs. Scott B. Leggett et al, foreclosure BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P., formerly known as Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. Benjamin James Phillips et al, foreclosure Merchants National Bank vs. Terry Hayslip et al, foreclosure Fifth Third Mortgage Company Madisonville Operations Center vs. John A. Reese Jr. et al, foreclosure Citimortgage Inc. vs. Denise Armstrong et al, foreclosure Capital One Bank (U.S.A.), N.A., formerly known as Capital One Bank vs. Jackie Greene, other civil Keybank, N.A. vs. Lina B. King et al, other civil U.S. Bank, N.A. vs. Joshua J. Layton et al, foreclosure Chase Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. John Richey et al, other civil BAC Home Loans Servicing, L.P. formerly known as Countrywide Home Loans Servicing, L.P. vs. Dean M. Malott et al, foreclosure Chase Bank (U.S.A.), N.A. vs. Michael D. Greene, other civil PHH Mortgage Corporation formerly known as Cendant Mortgage Corporation formerly known as PHH Mortgage Services vs. Patricia C. Smitson et al, foreclosure HSBC Mortgage Services Inc. vs. Brian A. Walker et al, foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. vs. Gary A. Miller et al, foreclosure Wells Fargo Financial Ohio 1 Inc. vs. Steven Roehm et al, foreclosure PNC Bank, N.A., successor in interest to National City Real Estate Services, L.L.C., successor by merger to National City Mortgage Inc. vs. Randall J. Boggs et al, foreclosure Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., successor by merger to Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Inc. vs. Carol Foster et al, foreclosure Green Tree Servicing, L.L.C. vs. Julie Adams et al, foreclosure Household Realty Corporation vs. John Hacker et al, foreclosure DOMESTIC CASES Ashley Colwell, Mt. Orab, vs. Garvin Newberry Jr., Mt. Orab, domestic violence Charlene R. Hanson, Winchester, vs. Jeffery J. Hanson, Bethel, termination of marriage Jerri Allen, Salyersville, Ky., vs. Bobby Nipper, Georgetown, U.R.E.S.A. Richard C. Askren, Midland, vs. Tina Askren, Loveland, dissolution of marriage Troy Moon, Sardinia, vs. Shannon Moon, Winchester, dissolution of marriage Tammy Y. Mastin, Mt. Orab, vs. Larry A. Mastin, Fayetteville, dissolution of marriage Dennis Helbling, Georgetown, vs. Michelle Helbling, Georgetown, termination of marriage Jeffery L. Jimison Jr., Mt. Orab, vs. Sandra Jimison, Winchester, termination of marriage Donald W. Henry, Bethel, vs. Billie R. Henry, Mt. Orab, dissolution of marriage David Bryant, Hamersville, vs. Justyn Day-Haley, Benton, stalking order
Center (old Russellville-Jefferson High School) in Russellville. Membership in the Rambler Weavers group is open to any interested person. Further information is available by calling Geri Cahall at (937) 3783426. TOPS Chapter in Aberdeen will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Riverbend Apartments Community Room. Further information is available by calling Kaye Nichols at (937) 377-2501. Georgetown Exempted Village School District Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the District Administrative Offices, 1043 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. Aberdeen Creating Healthy Communities Group will host the 2010 Healthy Ohio Fitness Walk at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at Aberdeen Community Park. Those interested in participating should call Brown County Coordinator Gay Hubbell with AdamsBrown Creating Healthy Communities Program at HEALTH-UC at (937) 378-4171 for information on scheduling a group or business event. Yoga class will be held 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Office, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab. The cost is $8. Further information is available by calling Jane Amiot at (513) 5357507. Brown County Public Library District Board of Trustees will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Mary P. Shelton Library Branch, 200 W. Grant Ave., Georgetown, for the purpose of conducting any business that may come before the board at that time. Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Local School District Board of Education will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the RULH High School MultiPurpose Room in Ripley. This is a change from the board’s regular monthly meeting date, which normally is at 7 p.m. each third Tuesday. Fayetteville-Perry Township Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the sewage treatment plant on Snowhill Road in Perry Township. Ripley Life Squad will host bingo at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 19, at the Life Squad Building, 799 S. Second St., Ripley. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Bible Baptist Church, 994 W. Main St., Mt. Orab, will host the Awana Truth Training Club for third through sixth-graders 7:158:45 p.m. Wednesday, May 19. Further information is available by calling Jarrod McGinnis at (937) 444-2493. Thursday Brown County General Hospital Auxiliary will host a Uniform Sale 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, May 20, in the main hallway of the hospital, 425 Home St., Georgetown. The sale will feature a large selection of uniforms at great prices provided by Life Uniform. Sale proceeds will benefit the Auxiliary’s endeavors to purchase much needed equipment for the hospital. Brown County Chamber of Commerce will meet at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Brown County Educational Service Center Office at the Brown County Fairgrounds, 325 W. Main St., Georgetown. Further information is available by calling the Chamber Office at (937) 378-4784. Brown County Subdivision Regulations Review Board Committee will meet at 9 a.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Brown County Planning Commission Office, 740 Mt. Orab Pike, Georgetown. Northern Brown Senior Center at St. Martin’s Chapel Hall in St. Martin will conduct an Arthritis Exercise Program beginning at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 20, for interested citizens 55 and older. Indoor walking is scheduled 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and chair volleyball practice will be held. Lunch will be eaten out. Fayetteville-Perry Local School District Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at District Administrative Offices in Fayetteville. Brown County Writers’ Group will meet 6-8 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Mt. Orab Public Library, 613 S. High St., Mt. Orab. Aberdeen Friends of The Library will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Aberdeen Public Library along U.S. 52-6268 next to Dollar General Store in Aberdeen. George A. Lambert Post 755 of the American Legion will host instant bingo at 6 p.m., Early Bird bingo at 7:15 p.m. and regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Legion Hall on College Avenue in Sardinia. Sardinia-Mowrystown Lions Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at Washington Township Community Park Building, formerly known as SardiniaMowrystown Lions Club Park Building, 7731 Tri-County Highway East, Sardinia. Russellville Kiwanis Club will meet at 6:45 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Russellville Firehouse. Franklin Township Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Township Hall in Arnheim. Pike Township Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Township Hall on Boyd Road near Mt. Orab. Ripley Neighborhood Watch will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Ripley Community Building on Waterworks Road in Ripley. Yellow Ribbon Support Group will conduct a Military Support Meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Yellow Ribbon Support Center, Suite 430, 700 S. Eastgate Blvd., Union Township (Clermont County). Brown County Farmers Union’s monthly meeting, which was scheduled at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 20, in Georgetown, has been cancelled due to illness of some members. The Farmers Union’s next meeting is scheduled at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 17, at the Brown County Senior Citizens Center, 505 N. Main St., Georgetown. Scott Township Trustees will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Township Hall in New Hope. Byrd Township School Preservation
Committee will meet at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Byrd Township Community Center along State Route 125 in Decatur. Clark Township Trustees will meet at 8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at the Firehouse in Hamersville.
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Sunday Mt. Orab Lions Club will sponsor its 22nd Annual Spring Car Show 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, May 16, rain or shine, at the Mt. Orab Municipal Park on South High Street (U.S. 68) in Mt. Orab. The event will be an open show with Top 50 and eight special awards. There will be dash plaques for the first 100 cars, door prizes, food, music and vendors. There is a $12 car entry fee and a $10 vendor entry fee, but admission to the show is free for spectators. Further information is available by calling Jim Bingamon at (937) 444-3636.
Alcoholics Anonymous will meet 8:309:30 p.m. Thursday, May 20, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab. Friday Free knitting and crocheting classes will be held 10 a.m.-noon Friday, May 21, at the Rambler Center (old RussellvilleJefferson High School) in Russellville and continue each Friday morning until Memorial Day Weekend in May. Anyone who would like information and a list of supplies or who wishes to register may call Mary Kelch at (513) 734-2501 or (513) 5433137. Moler Raceway Park, 2059 HarkerWaits Road, Williamsburg (Sterling Township), will host Senior Citizens Night Friday, May 21. All senior citizens 65 and older will receive half-price admission with identification. Late Models, UMP Modifieds, SS and Chevettes classes are scheduled. Gates will open at 4:30 p.m. with Hot Laps at 7 p.m. and racing at 7:30 p.m. Further information is available at the park’s website at www.molerracewaypark.com or by calling (937) 444-6215. Brown County Singing Convention will host its May event at 7 p.m. Friday, May 21, at Farmers Chapel Church of Christ in Christian Union, 3417 White Oak Valley Road, Scott Township. Those who have special songs, poems, or other God-given talents they would like to share and those who just want to enjoy an evening of fellowship are invited to attend the Singing Conventions, which are open to the public. Further information including directions is available by calling Larry Downing at (937) 446-3259. Carey Bavis Post 180 of The American Legion will host bingo beginning at 7 p.m. Friday, May 21, at the Post, 1001 S. Main St., Georgetown. Alcoholics Anonymous will meet at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 21, at Sardinia Town Hall, 151 Maple Ave., Sardinia. Friday and Saturday Ripley Farmers Market has moved from 30 Main St. to 14 Main St. in downtown Ripley. The Market continues to serve its customers with farm fresh eggs, freeranged chickens, baked goods, onions, potatoes, fresh lettuce and greens, locallyproduced honey, and other items. The Market sells omelets on Fridays and waffles and omelets on Saturdays, and lunch specials are offered both days. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fridays including May 21, and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays including May 22. New vendors are being sought. Anyone who needs further information or wishes to become a vendor may contact Vicki Bixler at (937) 515-0109. Saturday Free Paralegal Seminar will be held 911:30 a.m. Saturday, May 22, at University of Cincinnati-Clermont College, 4200 Clermont College Drive, Batavia. Those wishing to attend may call (513) 732-5200 to register or visit the college’s Facebook page, “University of Cincinnati Clermont Paralegal Program”. Cincinnati VA Medical Center Mobile Unit will be at Carey Bavis Post 180 of the American Legion, 1001 S. Main St., Georgetown, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 22. Military veterans are invited to stop by and check out their U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare eligibility. Those coming are asked to bring their DD214 discharge papers if available. Anyone wishing to check eligibility information may call (513) 309-3080 or visit www.cincin nati.va.gov. Mt. Orab United Methodist Church will hold a free Community Dinner for those living in the Mt. Orab area 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, May 22. the menu will consist of hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, cole slaw and desserts. Anyone interested in attending is requested to call (937) 4441046 by Monday, May 17.
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Ripley Life Squad will host bingo at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 22, at the Life Squad Building, 799 S. Second St., Ripley. Doors will open at 5 p.m. George A. Lambert Post No. 755 of the American Legion will host a Card Party at 7 p.m. Saturday, May 22, at the Post on College Avenue in Sardinia. Admission will be $1.50. Ash Ridge Jamboree will host Mike Woo and the Vibrations 7-10 p.m. Saturday,May 22, at the Ash Ridge School on U.S. 62 in Jackson Township. Further information is available by calling (937) 3771508. Upcoming Events Hospice of Hope Community Memorial Service is scheduled at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 23, at the Hospice of Hope Office, 909 Kenton Station Drive, Maysville, Ky. The event is an occasion to remember, honor and celebrate the memory of a loved one. Further information is available by calling Peg Lynch at (937) 444-4900 or 1-800928-4243. Southern State Community College and Shawnee State University will hold Open Information Sessions about earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at noon Monday and Tuesday, May 24 and 25, in Room 103 on SSCC’s Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. Further information is available by calling SSCC Director of Nursing Dr. Julianne Krebs at 1-800-6287722, Ext. 2641, or e-mailing jkrebs@sscc.edu. Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2289 will hold officer nominations as part of its meeting at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 25, at the Eagles Lodge, 265 Foundry Ave., Batavia. •••••••••• Anyone involved with a governing body, an organization, or a regularly-scheduled activity that has a meeting date and/or time or location change should contact The Brown County Press two weeks in advance, if possible, about that change(s) so the correct date and/or time and location may be listed in the Weekly Calendar. Also, anyone who would like an activity listed in The Brown County Press’ Weekly Calendar that currently is not listed should call the newspaper office during regular hours at (937) 444-3441. An extended version of this Calendar is available on the Brown County Press’ website at browncountypress.com.
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937-444-1672 Fax 937-444-4564 1-866-444-1672
711 S. High Street Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154
7-18
937-446-4595
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5-23
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• Gravel, Sand, TOPSOIL & Mulch • Driveways/Culverts • Demolition/Removal • Concrete Removal/Flat Work • Trenching (All Types) • Retaining Walls Installed • Back Fill/Rough Grading • Finish Grade, Seed & Straw • Lot Clearing & Clean Up • Lake & Pond Banks Rocked TFN
Owner: John Burke
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(937) 444-3491 • Cell (937) 515-6151
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800-956-6727 www.bobmalcom.com
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Diesel Repair Work Oil Special includes 5 qts. of oil & oil filter Transmission Special Brake Special most cars TFN 6-20 937-446-2016
Get The PERFECT GOLDEN TAN! NEW TANNING BEDS! 8-9 Minutes Best Beds in Town! Stand-up
Coming Soon! Paris Hilton Hair Extensions! Full Service Salon • 711 S. High Street • Mt. Orab Hair Service Call: 937-444-0261 All Other Service Call: 937-444-6342 TFN 6-20 Don’t Be Put To Shame B.M.T. Is The Game 7-4 Sidewalks, Patio’s, Driveways, Bobcat Work, Steps, Basement, 30 Years Experience Garage, Floors, Etc. Call 937-392-4138 FREE ESTIMATE or 513-628-8498
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5-23
937-446-4177
Home Improvement
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS (937) 444-2288
4296 St. Rt. 131, Fayetteville (Just 6 Minutes East of Lake Lorelei) HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00 Now Accepting Major Credit Cards
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Owner: Calvin Nissley
(937) 446-3400
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Construction FEGAN CONSTRUCTION For All Your Carpentry Needs Roofing- Shingles & Metal Siding & Soffit Porches & Decks 18 Years Experience 10% Discount For Seniors Fully Insured 6-20
Native American Indian Center Director - Parnell Necklace Native American arts and crafts Antiques, sports memorabilia, country crafts. Building available for banquets and parties. Call for hours. 937-386-0222 or 937-587-3173 TFN 17992 St. Rt. 247, Seaman 7-4
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(937) 444-2815
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Plumbing
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300 W. Main Street, Batavia, Ohio 45103 Stephen G. Handra • Shirley Handra
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Embroidery
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5-30
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7-4
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5/23
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6-20
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6-20
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114 North High Mt. Orab OH
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513-875-3761 6/6 Cell: 513-490-3675
Owner: Paul Dunaway
11256 Hamer Rd. Georgetown, OH 45121
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Construction
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AMANN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION
TFN
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Open 9-5 Everyday!
RIPLEY FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK
5-30
Ron Melton Masonry Services
J. Becknell Trucking
(937) 544-2583 • (937) 779-2234
Electric Supply
RC TFN
Signs Auto Pinstriping
Chimney Cleaning & Repair • Foundation Repair Brick, Block, Concrete & Rock (New or Repair) 5-30 30 Years Experience INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES (937) 444-4134 (513) 518-2527
•LIVE BAIT •FISHING TACKLE •GIFTS
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7-4 TFN
Masonry
7 TONS GRAVEL DEL. Starting at $110.00
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Barns/Buildings
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Daren and Barb Howser
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Banking
Branch Office: 200 E. State St. Georgetown Ph. (937) 378-6134
Quality Signage Since 1976
6-20
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and the penguins and the planet.
(937) 378-4891 ext. 26
20 Years in Business Ask for Mark Concrete: Driveways • Sidewalks Patios • Porchs • Steps • Basketball Courts Concrete Removed • Saw Cutting & Core Drilling Block Retaing Walls: Any Kind Fencing: All Types • Pole Barns
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8319 Ashridge Arnhiem, Sardinia, Ohio 45171
Home Office: 1006 S. Second St. Ripley Ph. (937) 392-4375
• AC/Parts • Steps 1-23-11 • Tubs • Windows
937-444-9494
5/30
15898 Driver Collins Rd. 16234 us 68 Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154
Owner Jeff Fegan
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6-20
513-875-2565
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Also Specializing in Orchard Grass, Timothy, Clover, Alfalfa, Wild Life Plot Mixes & Numerous Other Varieties of Hay & Pasture Mixes Also Available Bagged Fertilizer and Bulk Garden Seed
Bushogging/Gardening One Arm Farm
• • • •
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Hillsboro Dream Homes
Greenbush Seed
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If No Answer, Leave Message.
CarCareCenter
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937-442-2500 Office 937-763-6649 Cell
Daryll R. Gray, Owner 7-4
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BURKE TRUCKING & EXCAVATING
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601 E. State St., Georgetown
937-378-3668
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CNA’S NEEDED to touch the heart of those in need, in the coming seasons of giving, and all year round! We offer 12 hour shift. Call or stop by to fill out an application. 937-378-3727.
MAINTENANCE/CUSTODIAL SUPERVISOR: Directs delivery of district-wide maintenance services. Provides technical expertise and manual skill in HVAC inspection/servicing, repair of buildings, grounds, equipment, and furnishings. Subject to criminal record check by Ohio BCII and FBI as required by law and/or Board Policy. Call 937-378-6131 ext. 353 for application packet. SOUTHERN HILLS JVSD, 9193 Hamer Rd., Georgetown, OH 45121.
DRIVERS: CDL-A Teams & O/O’s Earn Top dollar Running Specialty Cargo for Midwest Carrier. Apply: www.RandRtruck.com 866-204-8006 ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR: Possession of or qualifications to obtain valid appropriate Ohio secondary teaching certification in the area of English/Language Arts. Previous teaching experience helpful. Subject to criminal record check by BCII and FBI as required by law and/or Board Policy. Call 937-378-6131 ext. 353 for an application packet. SOUTHERN HILLS JVSD, 9193 Hamer Rd., Georgetown, OH 45121.
HAIR STYLIST Great Clips now hiring. Earn $8 to $14 per hour. Great benefits & paid vacation.
MYSTERY SHOPPERS, earn up to $100 per day, undercover shoppers needed to judge retail & dining establishments, experience not required. 1-877-581-1844. NOW HIRING: Companies desperately need employees to assemble products at home. No selling, any hours. $500 weekly potential. Info. 1-985-646-1700 DEPT. OH-7268
SALES PERSON/ ESTIMATOR Maaco, a progressive Body shop seeks an energetic individual. Prefer Contact Bethany at: w/automotive experience. 513-490-3954 Good communication J & J Construction, expe- skills a must. Will train. rienced help wanted. Pole Excellent earning potenMr. Saha buildings, concrete. Call tial. 513-752-2720. Tim at 513-362-9222.
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THE VILLAGE of Sardinia is looking to hire a part-time person to work in the Sardinia Cemetery. You can get an application at the Sardinia town hall starting Monday 5-17-10. Wanting to hire soon. Any questions call Tim Mock Village Administrator at 937-446-3807 9:00am to 4:00pm.
300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED $99 MOVE-IN SPECIAL 2BR, 1BA TOWNHOUSE APARTMENTS IN MT. ORAB 513-532-5291 937-515-3092 briarcreekproperties.com
FREE RENT 1 & 2BR apartments, Williamsburg, all utilities included except electric. Ask about 1br FREE RENT and $90. deposit special. 513-724-7802. GEORGETOWN - 1br, equipped kitchen, partially furnished, c/a, no pets, monthly rent $395.00, deposit $300.00. 937-378-3466.
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300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 2BR APARTMENTS w/attached garage in a 1-story tri-plex w/an equipped kitchen & laundry room, ample closet space, patio & a yard. No steps, private street. Darling apartments. Utilities not included. Small pets allowed. Located at the Sandstone Estates, a mature-living community in Mt. Orab. 513-625-4522. 2ND STORY 2br, Sardinia, $365/mo, $365/dep. Electric efficient heat, 877-587-2230
LYTLE TRACE Apartments, Williamsburg, OH. Unfurnished, age 62+, 1br, secure building, utilities included, rent subsidized, laundry room, community room, library, cozy living. Call 513-724-3358. MT. ORAB - 2br, 1ba, $575/mo., $575/dep., w/washer/dryer, stove, refrigerator, water/sewer/garbage included. Also brand new, $600/mo. w/cathedral ceilings. 513-504-3368 or 513-616-6817.
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for 1, 2 & 3br, Equal Opportunity Housing, apply at Forest Glade Apartments, 9001 MT. ORAB, 2br, 1.5ba equipped Airport Rd., Georgetown, townhouse, kitchen, 1/yr. lease, $470 OH, 937-378-4565. plus utilities, $470/deBETHEL 2BR, posit, no pets, good EQUIPPED kitchen, no credit, reference check resteps. NO PETS! Avail- quired. June vacancies. able immediately. 937-442-3275. 513-724-6017, 513-307-4079, MT. ORAB, 2nd floor, 513-724-7991. 2br apartment, water/garFELICITY bage/heat included, newly GARRISON PLACE renovated, $500/mo. plus SENIOR deposit, 1yr. lease. APARTMENTS 513-403-0407. 62 & OVER Rent Subsidized Free Utilities NOW RENTING Secure Bldg. One bedroom apartment, On-site laundry utilities included. Pets allowed Rent is income based. 513-876-3590 Applicants must meet TTY 800-750-0750 eligibility criteria and have a mental illness. For more information call Amanda GEORGETOWN - 2 & 937-378-6041, Ext. 257 3br apartments available for immediate occupancy. 2br, 1ba, c/a, all kitchen appliances, w/d hookup, $560/mo & util., $560/dep. 3br, 1.5ba, RIPLEY SCHOOL1-car att. garage, c/a, all HOUSE Apartments, 1br kitchen appliances, laun- units available, Move-in dry room, $675/mo & Rent Special, rent-$255 util. $675/dep., plus utilities, for Seniors 513-253-8170 or 62 years old, disabled or 513-616-3504. handicapped. For ques“SPRING FORWARD WITH THIS DEAL” Efficiency & 1br A/C, extra storage Nice size Ask what spring has in store for you.
513-724-3951
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513-625-7072
BROWN COUNTY INDUSTRIAL PARK MT. ORAB, OHIO Join the great companies already at the Park.
MORRISON PLACE APARTMENTS Now renting 2 bedroom apartment with a den, rent starting at $550.00 with attached garage, washer & dryer hookups.
New construction with occupancy available. Warehouse/Shop space of 5,000 sq. ft. Attached 1,000 sq. ft. office/administrative space NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR PURCHASE, LEASE OR LEASE/PURCHASE OPPORTUNITIES.
For 55 & older accepting applications
Active involvement in final interior finish selections for early lease signees!
For questions call Amanda
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937-378-6041 ext. 257
“I would like you to join us for a very exciting future.”
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300 - APTS. UNFURNISHED 307 - MOBILE HOMES “SPRING TIME FOR RENT MOVING TIME” Large 2br A/C, W/D hookup Extra storage Nice property! Call, it won’t last!!
513-724-3951
2BR MOBILE home for rent on private lot on dead-end road. Located between Mt. Orab & Georgetown, Mt. Orab School District, $500/mo., $500/dep. Call 513-616-8851.
400 - HOUSES FOR SALE FORECLOSED PROPERTY Sale, Norris Lake, TN. Banks loss is your gain. One Day, May 29th, to get Bank Owned Property List. 1-865-288-0286, TRPC, Broker.
302 - SLEEPING ROOMS
SARDINIA, 2BR mobile 401 - CONDOS/TOWNFURNISHED ROOM home, $395 plus deposit, HOUSES for rent. No smoking. no pets. Call F OR RENT Must like pets. $325. 937-695-1469. 513-875-2381. BATAVIA - 2br, 1.5ba, equipped kitchen, W/D 308-OFFICE/BUSINESS 303 - HOUSES FOR RENT hookup, FP, balcony, SecS P A C E F O R R E N T 2BR HOUSE w/garage tion 8 okay. 1st month in Williamsburg. UPTOWN BUILDING, free, $585 to $610. prime location, 2000sq. 513-237-3692 937-444-2788. or ft., great for retail or of- 831-5959. 3BR, JUST remodeled fice space. Call farm house in the country, 937-205-1678 for details. 402 - APT.HOUSES FOR (Southeast Clermont), seSALE cluded, nice yard, 400 - HOUSES FOR SALE MT. ORAB - 2-family $650/$650. FARM apartment house. .33 937-378-3317. WITH nice 1.5 story acre, zoned business, older home FOR RENT or Salegood location, possible Georgetown - 2br, 2ba, no owner financing. Call w/basement, 3 car pets, reference & deposit, 937-444-2689. detached garage, barns $450 plus utilities. & 20 rolling acres with 403- MOBILE HOMES 513-304-0041. large rock lined creek FOR SALE and woods, great for NEWER 3BR, 1ba w/aphunting or farming, pliances plus more or less acreage washer/dryer hookup, available, Bethel New 1/2-acre lot w/storage Hope Rd., 1 mi. from building, no smoking or Clermont County line, pets. WBSD, available Western Brown but 5-15-10, $650 + deposit. close enough for 513-724-7378. tions call 937-392-9216 Bethel. or 937-378-6603. Man- 307 - MOBILE HOMES Asking $215,000 aged by Brown County FOR RENT Senior Citizens Council. 513-734-6349 or 2BR MOBILE home for 937-444-6925 Dan rent, WBSD, 1.5-acres, (May also sell for less $385/mo. Call with fewer acres) 513-284-8585.
FOR SALE ASKING $19,000 - 1999 DUTCH 3br, 2ba, 14x70, vinyl, shingle, new carpet, freshly painted, move-in ready, in Sardinia area, 513-724-7233, 513-505-8311 or 859-466-3554.
403- MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE MOBILE HOME on lot, Mowrystown, well kept, nice garage, 2br, stove, frig. For sale or Land Contract. $30,000 negotiable. 937-442-3275.
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)
409 - LAND FOR RENT LOT FOR RENT FOR YOUR MOBILE HOME approx. 1-acre located on St. Rt. 131, Fayetteville. Contact 513-319-6555.
410 - LEASE/OPTION TO BUY MOBILE HOME Rent-to-own. 1991 Fleetwood, 3br, 14x70, $250 per month plus $250 lot rent. Call 513-724-1315.
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(513) 304-2280
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807 - TRUCKS FOR SALE 1991 FORD F150 pickup, 80,500 original miles, runs good, very dependable, $3500 or trade for small tractor. Call after 4:30pm. 937-444-4259.
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504 - BUSINESS SERVICES BUSH HOGGING GARDEN TILLING Average gardens 1,000 sq. ft., gone over twice, $50.00. Call Cool Breeze Compacts 937-515-0947. Other services available backhoe, box grading. Equipment also available for rent. JOHN’S GENERAL MAINTENANCE Mowing, tilling, plumbing, gravel/dirt hauling, equipment/general repairs, electrical, home outside/inside, clean-up backhoe work, electrical. 937-444-2694.
506 - CLEANING RESIDENTIAL CLEANING or just needing some spring cleaning, great rates, and even better references. Call for a quote, or for more information. 513-255-4342.
507 - SEWING & ALTERATIONS For all your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.
509 - CARE GIVER WANTED: IN-HOME Caregiver for 58 year old man, experienced with dementia a must. Background check is required. Call 937-695-0813.
600 - FURNITURE
ALWAYS PAYING CASH! Old appliances, old barn & farm tools, nuts, bolts, all metal, even if rusted, old barn wood, old car & tractor parts, old lawn mowers & equipment, old pipe & fittings, electrical items, old woodburning stoves, old lamps, old trains & parts, old pottery & stoneware, old jars & bottles, any old & primitive, gold & silver, let us take a look.
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613 - PETS AND SUPPLIES AKC LAB puppies, vet checked, 1st shots, POP. Yellow (white) & black, $300. 937-205-0275 or 937-213-0711. PUPPY RESCUE cepting litters, pickup, Non-kill. In ness for 15 years. 513-885-9943.
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614 - HORSES/LIVESTOCK 2-3 YR old goats; Purebred Nubian Does w/Nubian Doelings at side. 2 yr old Doe Bred to Freshen in June. Yearling Doe open, born June 11, 2006. Call after 5pm for prices. Interested calls only, Call please. 937-764-1260. FOR SALE - 14/mo. old black polled Simmental bull BSE passed & vaccinated. 937-373-3921. HORSE BEDDING, we Call deliver. 937-515-9734.
A SUPER value at $400, would sell for $1100. Queen P.T. memory foam mattress set, still in plastic. Call 937-515-6590.
HORSE BOARDING-FULL OR PARTIAL BOARD/TRAINING/ST ALLION SERVICE IN Russellville.
602 - ANTIQUES
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WANTED - Old American Indian items, cash paid for your old Indian blankets, rugs, beaded moccasins, Indian baskets, pottery & any other old American Indian items. Call 740-525-2807.
NUBIAN WETHER goats, ready for 4-H, $50.00. 513-276-2909.
606 - FARM MERCHANDISE 1950 SUPER A Farmall w/side dresser, $2,000? 937-392-1401. USED EQUIPMENT, 7 tractors & bushhogs, 3pt. tillers, plows, disks box blades, finish mowers, dirt scoop. Reduced Kabota tractor 4x4 w/backhoe & loader. Can deliver. 937-402-0769.
607 - FIREWOOD BLOCK FIREWOOD, we deliver, summer discounts. Call 937-515-9734.
608 - FARM PRODUCE HAY FOR Sale, Round bales $25.00, square bales, $2.25. 937-515-3902. LARGE SELECTION of hybrid and heirloom vegetable plants; bulk seed; bedding plant flowers, baskets. 6” potted wave petunias, 10 for $19.95; 1 gallon perennials, $495. Burns Greenhouse & Landscaping, SR 321 Mowrystown. 937-442-4573.
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TENNESSEE WALKING Horses, 15yr. old Black Mare, 4yr. old Black Stud. Both very gentle & broke to ride. Stud professionally trained. Both load & are good at lifting feet. If interested call 937-444-3853, if no answer leave message.
615-MISC. FOR SALE 16X20 PRE-FAB walls, 4-24x36 2-ply windows, 2-36” steel entry doors & frames, 6-bundles of shingles, $800. Call 937-444-3853. 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 FORD PARTS, motors, transmission. For sale, lumber from 1830’s home, oak, all parts. 937-289-1040.
1994 CHEVY Truck Cab, 4x4, Club radio-tape, Burgundy & gray, cloth interior red, 198K/miles, $3,400.00. Call 513-734-7535.
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 1993 HONDA Civic DX, $1100. 197,000/Miles, 937-392-1401. JUNKED, WRECKED unwanted autos, autos, trucks, motorcycles, etc., some towed free, cash paid for some. Call 513-734-1650
901-SALES 32 SENIOR Community wide yard sale, May 28th, 4pm to 9pm, Sat., May 29th, 9am to 5pm. Some Jeff Gordon collectors items, coins, toys, children’s brand name clothes, glass ware, books, jewelry, handmade seasonal crafts, crock pot, lots of good stuff. Off of Eastwood Rd., Hales Way by the Marathon Gas Station. BARN/PLANT SALE, rain or shine. Lots of potted herbs, lavender plants, perennials & vegetable plants, other items for sale also. May 14, 15, May 21, 22 & May 28, 29, 9am-6pm, 3370 SR 134, 1.7 miles north of Buford. 937-442-4800. CHURCH YARD Sale, Feesburg Worship Center, Rt. 505, June 5, 9-??? Chairs, rocking chairs, antique chairs, plus size women & other clothes, donations welcome, we’ll pick up. 937-378-1951. HUGE BARN Sale 5511 Delhi-Arnheim. Items ranging from yard items to truck items including Mac & Snap-On tools, chains & binders & lots of other misc. items including some household items. Must see to appreciate. June 4th & 5th. NATIVE AMERICAN Crafts features glassware, Home Interior items, wood work (pictures, shelves, benches, too much to list). What Knots. 937-446-2813 Email: denverayers@aol.com Rain or Shine 9012 Tri County Hwy, Sardinia, OH 45171 YARD SALE MeadowWood Care Center 61 Stephens Ave. Georgetown, OH 45121 937-378-3727 Sat. & Sun., May 15th & 16th Rain or Shine YARD SALE - Everything priced to sell. May 15th, 16th. You can brag about your bargain! 7557 Staton Rd., Sardinia. Rain date 22nd & 23rd.
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Hopkins family heading to Tampa, Florida for cancer walk The Hopkins women have taken on an incredible challenge. They have joined with family and friends of ‘The Bosom Buddies’ team and will participate in the Susan G. Komen 3 Day for the Cure. This event will be held in Tampa Fl., Oct. 29-31 and consists of walking 60 miles over the course of three days. Toni, Michelle and Tammy will be walking, KayCee will be volunteering at the event, and Pat is supporting them by assisting in their fund raising efforts. Net proceeds from the 3-day for the Cure are invested in community-based breast health programs and breast cancer research. The research funded focuses on decreasing breast cancer incidence and mortality in the next decade. Susan G. Komen for the Cure works hard to build a future without breast cancer, and each of the participants must raise at least $2,300, which brings us closer to the goal of a cure. In an effort for them to raise their funds they will be having or participating in several events throughout the year such as yard sales, bake sales, bike runs, hair-a-
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thons, and having a booth at area fairs and festivals. It is important to note that they will be paying for the expenses to travel to Tampa and that all donations received will go to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. To make donations go to
Zane Trace Antique Car Club meets BY Fannie Corrill Zane Trace Car Club The April meeting of the Zane Trace Antique Car Club was held at the West Union Community Building. Bob Blake presided over the meeting welcoming the members, then thanked the hosts and hostesses Martha Perry, Bob Myres and Jean M. Daniel. Followed by prayer by Peggy Edwards. A verity of delicious refreshments were enjoyed by all. A cake was presented to Betty Edwards in honor of her 100+ birthday. Every one sang Happy Birthday as Betty blew out the candles. Betty is a charter member of the Zane Trace Antique Car Club and always enjoys participating in club activities. Betty was 101 on April 1. The meeting resumed with Bob Blake leading in the Pledge to the Flag. The secretary, Martha Perry called the roll with each member stating the month and day of their birthday, the minutes of the March 10 meeting were then read. Gloria Puckett gave the treasurers report. Club members Roger and Edna Neal and Gloria Puckett were welcomed back to the meetings after spending the winter in Florida. Bob and Eileen Blake participated in the Manchester Easter Parade on April 3 driving their 1925 Model-T Ford coupe. Roger Neal gave a report on the Ohio Valley Antique Machinery Car Show to be held Sunday, Aug. 15, 2010. Roger asked the members to help with registration, parking and judging of the Antique Cars. Roger also spoke of a Model-T Ford Cooker Tour to be held in Mainville, Ind. on May 23. The program for the evening was a quiz on naming Antique car parts. The May meeting will be held in Bethel at Rick and Chris Longhausers. Every one is asked to bring a covered dish as well as lawn chairs. With no other business to discuss, the meeting adjourned.
SSCC Community Band plans May 23 spring concert The Southern State Community Band will perform a spring concert 4:30 p.m. Sunday, May 23, in the Edward K. Daniels Auditorium on the college’s Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. The band will perform a selection of musical pieces representing a wide variety of styles. The Southern State Community Band always welcomes new members. Those who play wind instruments are invited to join the weekly rehearsals held 6:30 p.m. every Thursday in the auditorium. For more information, contact Brian Siemers, band director and Southern State instructor, at (800) 628-7722, ext. 2634, or bsiemers@sscc.edu.
www.The3Day.org, call (800) 996-3329 or you may go to First Safety Bank 455 Home Street Georgetown and indicate ‘The Bosom Buddies’ and your donation will be deposited directly into their team account.
Hospice of Hope's Mountain Pathway date set at Chatfield Dates have been set for Mountain Pathway, Hospice of Hope's award winning family grief camp designed to bring healing and encouragement to children, teens and adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Mountain Pathway is scheduled for Saturday, June 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the County Maysville-Mason Recreation Park; and Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chatfield College in St. Martin. This one-day program is led by highly skilled Hospice of Hope chaplains and bereavement professionals, who are there to help guide and educate participants about what to expect as they move through the process of grief. Children will participate in age appropri-
ate activities helping them to explore their feelings about the loss they have experienced and provide them with tools to cope with the loss. Activities will include making a mountain memory quilt, games, relaxation activities, balloon release, and a picnic lunch. Peg Lynch, Hospice of Hope Services Community Facilitator stated, "We encourage family members of all ages to take part in this award winning program. Facing the pain of grief is like climbing a mountain. When we walk and climb together we can make better progress." Come join us for a day filled with activities for all ages to share memories, stories, and laughter. To register contact Peg Lynch at (800) 928-4243.
Duathlon to be held in Maysville
NB&T Financial Group announces first quarter dividend
The 10th Annual Buffalo Trails Multi-Sport Races will be held Saturday, May 29 in Maysville, Ky. The Duathlona 2.45 mile run, 26.1 mile bike and 3.1 mile run-begins at 8 a.m. The Triathlon also begins at 8 a.m. and features a .5 mile swim in the Ohio River, a 26.1 mile bike and a 3.1 mile run. The Sprint Triathlon is a .3 mile swim in the Ohio River, 12 mile bike and 1.5 mile run and begins at approximately 8:15 a.m. The 5K Run covers 3.05 miles and also begins at approximately 8:15 a.m. The run course is through historic downtown Maysville and a residential area in the east end of the city. The bike course includes the downtown area, rolling hills in the country and the challenging “Big Hiney Hill.” The Buffalo Trails Multi-Sport Races feature chip timing and are sanctioned by the USAT. Register online at www.imathlete.com. More information is available online at www.buffalotrailsraces.com.
NB&T Financial Group, Inc.(Nasdaq: NBTF), parent company of The National Bank Trust Company, and Wilmington, Ohio, has declared a dividend of $.29 per share payable April 26, 2010 to shareholders of record March 31, 2010. This dividend is the same as the previous quarter and the same as declared in March 2009. John J. Limbert, President and CEO, commented, "We understand how important a consistent dividend is to our shareholders. Despite continuing local and national economic challenges, we are able to maintain this dividend to our shareholders." NB&T Financial has, as of December 31, 2009, total bank assets of $649 million, cash management accounts totaling $42 million, and trust assets with a market value of $164 million resulting in a total of $855 million in assets under management and operates 24 full service offices in seven Ohio counties.
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Kinkead Ridge Winery in Ripley re-opens for Memorial Day Internationally-recognized, award-winning Kinkead Ridge Winery will open for the release of the 2009 white wines on Saturday, May 29 and Monday May 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The new releases are the 2009 Kinkead Ridge Viognier/Roussanne, and the 2009 River Village Cellars White Wine, a blend perfect for the summer. The winery will be not be open this summer due to difficult harvest conditions in 2009 which affected the quantity of white wine available. There is a growing interest in locally produced food, both in the "Slow Food" movement, and the "Locavore" movement. Kinkead Ridge grows all their own grapes at their vineyard, which was established in 1999 on a ridge above the Ohio River. For more information, see www.KinkeadRidge.com or call 937392-6077.
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CHRISTIAN MOM will provide childcare in her Mt. Orab home first shift, flexible hours, WBSD, reasonable rates, meals and snacks included. References upon request. Call Angel 513-724-0830.
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1221686 - Georgetown- Beautiful curb appeal for this custom quad level home. Full brick. Glass walled DR overlooking inground pool. Inside Sauna off FR. 3 stall barn w/tack room, water & loafing shed. The vinyl fenced pasture seals the deal! All appliances stay. $249,900
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1211877- Russellville- Private setting for this unique retreat. Cathedral-Vaulted ceilings, Dbl. sided fireplace w/a 3rd one in Fam. Rm., 2nd flr Br w/deck for separate entry, Att. 2 car garage, barn,inground pool (gated), rolling acreage. Truly a nature getaway! $239,000
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1199723- Mt. Orab - Look no more! *Ceiling to floor stone F/P, wrap around kitchen, walk-in closets, 2 full baths, MBR Suite, W/O to solidly built deck, stocked pond, tree-lined yard. 2.16 acre lot, attached Oversized 2 car gar. *All of this for $89,900
1206356 -Mt. Orab- What a deal! 2 bdrm property in town on public utilities. Great condition. Nice sized bdrms. Newer heat pump. All new wiring thru-out. In the process of Real Estate conversion. $39,900
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Georgetown - Historic Bldg. converted to 6 family unit.Efficiency, 1 Bdrm.& 2 Bdrm. Apts.All units but 1 has 2 entries.All kitchens equipped. Original staircase w/bannister in place. $165,000
1201734- Georgetown - One of a kind!*Full brick 2-story.*Huge Master BR suite w/personal balcony.*Natural Bay windows, pocket doors thruout, oak woodwork.* Real Beauty!*Inground 32x18 8' deep pool.*Det 2 story brick garage also.*Full fin bsmt plumbed for 3rd ba. $395,000
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1215219 - Williamsburg - Look at this price! 3 Bdrm, 2.5 Ba.2 Sty.home w/fam.rm,rec.rm. Beautiful granite in updated kitchen, covered full length front porch. Huge deck off of master bdrm.suite. Drive-thru garage.Cul-de-sac. $149,900
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1214896 - Georgetown - Great Home-Just Move In! Full brick home on no outlet Street. Solid & in excellent condition! Family room is an operational 1 car garage - just remove carpet. Beautiful lot w/mature shade. Must see to believe! $89,900
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Georgetown- Excellent condition! Two 1 Bdrm. Apts. Large & roomy. Drywall thru-out. Brand new A/C Units.Central systems. 1 unit has a laundry room. Covered front porch. Good cash flow. $55,000
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1202541- Georgetown- Immaculate! *This well built ranch is ready to move into. *Natural woodwork,solid 6 panel doors,fully equipped kitchen. MBR suite. Covered front & back porch. *Beautifully landscaped yard. Storage shed. Poured foundation. Location, location! $109,900
1180019- Georgetown - First offering! Fantastic positive cash flow! Duplex in good condition. 1 & 2 bdrm. units. Fully equipped washer, dryer hook-ups in both units. Great location. Huge walk in attic. $49,900
1200703- Ripley- Picturesque setting for this unique two story. Contemporary. DBL skylites in spacious great rm. Fully equip. Kit. Island w/ wet bar. Dining room has walk-out to indoor,inground pool & Spa area. MBR suite w/shower + Jacuzzi.Family Rm. Loft. $299,900
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Georgetown- Converted to single family. Former all brick duplex completely torn down to studs & totally renovated. Be the first to live in this new single family 3BR 2BA home over 1700 sq.ft. $85,000
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1205153 -Mt. Orab- Immaculate 3 BR, 2 BA ranch on double lot. New flooring in LR & FR. Open floor plan. Freshly painted & inviting. Att. 2c gar. for maximum storage. Beautifully landscaped, Coy pond w/serene sitting area. Back yard tree-lined for added privacy. $109,900
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1214718 - Hamersville - Beautiful coined corner brick ranch on a slightly rolling 5 ac.tract. Cathedral ceilings, wbfp, walk-out from DR to spacious deck, family rm. Split floor plan MBR suite w/walk-in closet. Prof. landscaped. Black top drive, 32x24 det workshop. $165,000
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1206370 -Mt. Orab- Totally renovated home on public water & sewer. Beautiful hardwood floors thru-out. Fully equipped kitchen. Full basement. Why rent? $69,900
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1221781- Georgetown Schools- You will not find a more private location! First Offering for this 114 acre farm. Unique in every way. Approx 30 ac. of pasture and over 60 ac of woods. Views are out of this world. Three houses are on this parcel. Call today for a personal, private showing. $699,900
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1206473 -Mt. Orab- This home is not a driveby! Double corner lot w/public water ans sewer. Beautiful hdwd floors thru-out. Fully equiped Kit w/dryer incl. 2 blacktop driveways. Attached 1 car gar. Storage shed. Within walking distance downtown area. $87,500
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New Listing: Williamsburg - A tax credit dream house! 2 BR home with fully equipped Kitchen and Laundry. Built-in knotty pine bookcases in the dining room area. Looking to down size, this is it! Ready to move in. Established driveway. Shed. Public water and sewer. Mature shade. $49,900
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1219866- Hamersville - Better then new! Beautiful story and half on/public water & sewer. Grand covered front & back porch. Shiney hdwd flrs in LR, DR & kitchen. Upstairs bdrms have massive built-in storage. Ceramic master bath totally renovated in '08. $129,900
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1191747 - Hamersville - Turn Key operation w/Separate 3 BR house on 0.73 ac.Well known Dairy Bar in impeccable condition located in the heart of town.Water & sewer metered separately.Plenty of storage.Strong financials.Will train new owner. House New Roof '08. $299,900
ESTATE AUCTION Friday Evening- May 21st- 5:00 PM ONE MILE OFF SR 32 8803 Five Points- Fincastle Road, Sardinia, Ohio 45171
3 BR Home on .62 Acres • Appraised at $37,500 Must bring 2/3 of appraised value. Auctioneers Note: All sizes or measurement are aprox. Terms on Real Estate: 10% down on day of Auction, balance on delivery of deed, with-in 30 days. Real Estate sells as is.. Any inspections that the buyer requires shall be conducted prior to auction date at the buyer’s expense. Information presented here is derived from sources deemed reliable but not warranted by the seller or their representatives. All announcements made day of auction take precedence over previous verbal or printed material. Campbell’s Frontier Realty will be acting as agent for the seller. PREVIEW- Shown by appointment.
The Estate of Thelma Cooper Brown Co. Probate # 20081091- Nick Ring Attorney for the Estate
FURNITURE, COLLECTIBLES & MISC. Ant. dresser marble inlay Hankie drawers, oak dining room suite, oak buffet & wall mirror, living room suite, maple dining room suite w/drop leaf table & 4 chairs, lg. Grandfather clock approx. 6ft. tall, lot of lamps & vases, dark wood 5 piece bedroom suite queen size bed, 3 piece maple bedroom suite queen size bed, living room chairs, hall table, sm. cedar chest, 2 cane bottom chairs, sm. oak cabinet, chest of drawers, 2 night stands, 2 ice cream chairs, sm. spool cabinet, 2 nice twin beds, 2 Singer sewing machines in wood cabinets, child’s rocker, 2 lift chairs, coffee & end tables, nice 2 tier lamp & many other lamps, 3 shelf book case w/glass doors, fern stand, Regulator 31 Day mantle clock, Sealtest adv. wall clock, cast iron match holder, 2 crocks, blue pitcher & glasses, lot of Harmony House fine china, Beam bottles Republican & Democrat, brown glassware, lot of pattern glass, lot of Coke-Cola memorabilia including 2 Coke wall clocks, Coke cooler, nice Gone with the Wind jewelry box, lot of salt & pepper shakers, costume jewelry, bird pictures, porcelain doll, hand made masks, cast iron wash boiler, copper wash boiler, decorative plates, Fleming Co. Court House plate, Tilton Christian Church plate, painting by Irene Faul #63 horse scene, Licking River Covered Bridge picture, RS Prussia glass shoe, Rooster on Nest, 2 Hen on Nests, glass basket, afghan & quilts, oil lamps, gravy bowls, 2 Rocket Ship Banks from Bank of Maysville, Charlie Weaver Bartender, Whiskey decanters, old desk rotary phone, knick knacks, old books, old buttons, hat box, school desk, collection of Christmas plates, wooden model cars, Microwave & stand, lot of cookbooks & old recipes, pots & pans, Pyrex bowls, lot of nice cooking dishes, baking dishes, 2 crock pots, red Kitchen Aid coffee maker, red & white graniteware, milkshake machine, pressure cooker, binoculars, Ball jars, zinc lids, oscillating fan, Kenmore double door refrigerator, Kenmore chest deep freeze like new, also 1 older refrigerator, G.E. portable dishwasher, Kenmore washer, Maytag dryer, corner TV stand, other stands, stereo in wood cabinet, Magnavox stereo w/speakers, exercise machine, porch gliders 1 alum, lawn chairs, patio table/chairs, Warm Morning gas heat stove, gas burner stove, E-Z G0 gas golf cart #29, Alpha 3 wheel elec. Scooter, lg. Sears shop vac, Homelite Super 2 chain saw, 2 lg. work benches, lot of end wrenches & sockets, lot of hand tools, wheel barrow, lawn cart, log chains, floor jack, creeper, battery charger, Welton bench vise, lg. attic fan, furnace fan. Lunch Served Not responsible for accidents TERMS: Cash day of sale or good check with proper ID. Statements made day of sale take precedence over previous advertising. AUCTIONEER NOTE: This sale is from the estate of Wm. T. Spencer, all nice clean furniture & collectibles. Many more items not listed. Check www.auctionzip #8276 for more info & pictures.
OWNERS: Steve & Shy Spencer Kelly Caudill, Estate Attorney Sale Conducted by:
BILL HOLTON 513-312-1043 WM. J. HOLTON 513-218-4100 JESSE MCKINZIE 513-218-2541 www.auctionzip.com #8276
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VILLAGE OF GEORGETOWN AUCTION May 26th, 2010 5:00 PM 946 S. Main St.-Georgetown, Oh 45121 VEHICLES-2001 Ford Crown Vic Police Interceptor Transmission problems; 1999 Ford Crown Vic Police Interceptor;1996 Buick Regal; 1992 Saturn; 1992 Chevrolet 1500 pick up; 1996 Dodge Caravan; 1994 Honda Accord; 1994 Ford F-150 Truck; 2001 Pontiac Grand Am GT; 2002 KIA SUV; 1994 Pontiac Grand Am; 1998 Chevrolet Caprice; 1987 Ford Bucket Truck 45” boom;. CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS: wreaths; wooden decorations (angels, Santa, etc.) plastic bells and lights. BICYCLES: 22 Misc. (types and sizes) girls and boys bicycles MISC. ITEMS (as is): Craftsman pressure washer 6H.P. 235PSI, 2.2 GPM; Homelite generator 5H.P.; Craftsman air compressor (electric 240V); Homelite 2” water pump 5H.P.; Honda 2” water pump 5H.P.; Honda 1” water pump; Craftsman 6 gal. shop vac 6 H.P; Snap-On parts cleaner, 30 gal.; 4 Goodyear tires LT 245/75 R 16; Honda riding mower (no deck); VWR dry incubator; Electric mini bike; 3 gas power lawn mowers. WORKING CONDITION: John Deere 261 Grooming mower; HP Brio BA210 desktop computer; HP Brio BA210 desktop computer; View Sonic Q51, 15” flat monitor; Lacie Universal CD-RW USB Ext. 4x4x24; Epson Perfection 636U scanner; Creative Sound Blaster SBS10 speakers; Keyboards; 2 light bars; 2 police cruiser gun racks; 1 mesh interior partition. Terms on Personal Property- Payment in full on day of Auction. Cash, Check w/ ID, Visa, MasterCard with 3% handling fee
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SAT., MAY 22, 2010
LOCATED: 2505 Fair Oak Road, Amelia, Oh. 45102. Directions: Take St. Rt. 125 east from Amelia about 4-1/2 miles to right on St. Rt. 222. Proceed about 2-1/2 miles to right on Lindale-Nicholsville Road. Then 1 mile to rt. On Fair Oak to property on left. Signs posted. Owners have purchased another home and have relocated. Selling the following at Auction: Starting at 10:00 AM: All the remaining items from the home and 2 outbuildings. This includes furnishings, household goods and a large assortment of all kinds of tools and power equipment. (outbuildings full, from bottom to top) There is sure to be some good deals. Come see what we find. REAL ESTATE GOES UP FOR BIDS AT NOON!! Nice 0.56 acre lot served with public water and located in a rural setting with nearby new homes. Manufactured home has been converted and is now listed as real estate. Has a little less than 1,000 sq.ft. of living space which includes 2 bedrooms, one full bath, big kitchen-dining area, center living room, lots of storage space etc. Has had lots of recent updating & remodeling. All appliances including washer & dryer, AC units stay with home. Also has a real nice 16’x18’ utility storage building and a tool shed. INVESTORS - LANDLORDS - RESELLERS Come take a look. Possible rent $350. - $450. month. Shown inside from 9:00AM on Auction Day - Drive by anytime. TERMS: Accepted high bidder to pay just $2,000. down payment deposit. 30 days to close with possession. Clermont County Parcel ID #222608E073
If you’re preparing to sell your house, start by doing a few simple things that will make your house seem more appealing and increase its value to prospective buyers. Check off the items on this handy checklist to help you evaluate your home and decide what will need work. Remember when you are ready, our experienced sales specialists can help you locate prime prospects and get the price you’re looking for. • Fix and paint fences, house trim, and railings. • Mow the lawn, sweep the walk, and eliminate clutter. • Polish front-door brass, and make sure the bell and porch lights are working • A new door mat and flowering plants make a good first impression. • Bathrooms and kitchens should be in good working order, and be neat and clean. • All mechanical and electrical devices should function properly. Excellent Condition
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Fences ................... House Trim ............ Railings.................. Front-Door Brass ... Porch Lights .......... Floors .................... Landscaping .......... Lawn ...................... Sidewalk................ Bathrooms............. Kitchen.................. Walls......................
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Wiring ........................ Garage ....................... Basement................... Boiler ......................... Gutters ...................... Windows .................... Staircases .................. Roof........................... Driveway .................... Attic........................... Insulation................... Chimney/Fireplaces....
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