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Millions of dollars worth of development coming in 2014 By Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

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Mt. Orab Mayor Bruce Lunsford sees a big year for development in 2014. Six projects worth a total of $29 million dollars are in various phases of development within the village. Four of those projects, worth a combined $9 million dollars, are not public yet. Two of them have broken ground, Southern State Community College on a $12 million dollar project and Ashley Grove Senior Housing at $8 million dollars. Lunsford expects that the new projects will bring sixty to seventy five new jobs to the area. The largest single project is the SSCC campus, which is slated to be complete in July in time for classes to begin in August. “Southern State College

is going to have an immediate impact this fall and will have an impact for years to come”, Lunsford said. “The availability of higher education is a big advantage. They are willing to set up specific training programs that any business or manufacturer may need and they are already working on doing that with some local businesses.” Lunsford added that having SSCC in the village will help with future development projects. “In the past when we’ve shown potential employers an industrial site, the question of where the closest vocational school always comes up. We used to have to point to a map, and now we’ll be able to drive them to the front door”, he said. “Our construction is ahead of schedule right

now and our excitement continues to build as we approach ‘move-in’ day", said Southern State President Dr. Kevin Boys. "In the upcoming weeks we’ll be hosting events to highlight new programs that will be offered for the very first time at our Southern State campus in Mt. Orab. The Board of Regents recently approved two new programs: HVAC and Cyber Security & Forensics. Both of these programs will be offered on the Mt. Orab Campus in the fall. We anticipate that this campus will be abuzz with activity -- between our full schedule of classes and a community room that will host many community events and meetings.” Another recent groundbreaking was celebrated earlier this month at the new base for UC Air Care. “The air care facility in

Mt. Orab is going to create 21 new jobs, and those are high-skill, high pay jobs”, Lunsford said. He added that the increased activity gives him hope that even more new projects may be possible. “The economy has improved. We’re seeing more businesses and more individuals looking at development sites in the village. For several years, you didn’t have that”, Lunsford said. Two projects to ease traffic congestion are also in the works in Mt. Orab. A $1.2 million dollar upgrade of the State Route 32 intersection with Brooks Malott road and a $1.8 million dollar upgrade of the Highway 68/State Route 32 intersection will begin later this Spring. Both projects are expected to be finished before the end of the year.

The Mt. Orab campus of Southern State Community College will open in August of 2014

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Georgetown Mayor Dale Cahall is also optimistic about development 2014. “We are almost to the end of our $9.2 million sewer upgrade project”, Cahall said. “We will have larger capacity and the system will be able to easily expand to fit the needs of future business and residential development.” Cahall also addressed the fact that things appeared to be heading in the right direction after a number of businesses in Georgetown closed their doors for a variety of reasons. “IGA was repurchased and reopened last fall and we had another business occupy where Fashion Bug was located. Those were both very positive developments”, Cahall said. Regarding the Shopko store which is scheduled to close soon, Cahall said “There has been talk about other businesses showing interest in that space, but I’m not at liberty to discuss specifics right now.” Cahall said the village was also doing some things to make the idea of coming to Georgetown more attractive to new businesses. “We are looking at a lot of things to stimulate interest for businesses who might locate in the village. We have applied for a Community Reinvestment Area designation which benefits renovation and development, and we’re exploring some other ideas as well”, Cahall said. “We’ve been doing all of this on a smaller budget than we’ve had in recent years because of the reduction in local government funds from the state and the inheritance tax being abolished. We’ve made some cuts and we’re as lean as we can be moving forward.” Cahall also mentioned the purchase of the former Meadowwood nursing home by the current owner of Southwest Regional Medical Center. “That will be a project that will benefit both the hospital and the nursing home because they are going to be sharing some of the same services”, Cahall said.

The village of Ripley is also working on attracting new development by improving the local infrastructure. “The biggest accomplishment over the past 12 months would be the streetscape project”, said Village Administrator Charles Ashmore. The $700,000 dollar project will bring new lighting, street and sidewalk paving, as well as placing all utilities underground. That will remove poles and wires from view downtown. Ashmore said one of the goals of the project was to attract development downtown. “We have some renewed interest in the downtown area as a result of those projects”, Ashmore said. A second phase of the streetscape is set to begin in 2015 on Second Street (Highway 52) from Main Street to the 68/62 interchange. “We’ll be moving electric lines and preparing utility movements in preparation for that project”, Ashmore said. That project is expected to cost approximately one million dollars, with much of it coming from federal grant funds. Ashmore said that the work is already starting to pay off as visitors come to Ripley. “People from outside the village are coming in an telling us how beautiful the town looks. The tourists come in during the summer and tell how nice the village looks, so that’s always nice to hear”, he said. Aberdeen Mayor Harry Foxworthy said that the Aberdeen Concerned Citizens group is working to improve the village park. “They have raised a lot of money so far and are really doing some good. We appreciate all that they are doing for us”, he said. Foxworthy said he hoped to get some of the older buildings in the village removed to improve the appearance of Aberdeen, and to continue to work on economic development efforts.

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2013 a successful year for Chatfield College

The year 2013 was another successful one for Chatfield College, with record enrollment, new programs and partnerships, additional scholarships and fundraising. Chatfield College achieved its fourth straight year of record enrollment by serving 621 students at both its campuses in Brown County and Cincinnati, the highest enrollment in the history of the college. “We are pleased that the Chatfield name and brand continues to gain recognition, so students who want to attend an accredited liberal arts college, yet stay close to home, have a place where they will get the

support they need as they balance school with their busy lives” said Alan Simmons, Academic Dean. In order to meet the current and future enrollment needs, the college has recruited and hired new adjunct faculty, and is actively recruiting new faculty for the future. In addition, the College has added several advisors and success counselors at each campus. “Our mission requires us to provide the highest level of support and encouragement to our students,” Simmons stated. Chatfield’s growth over the past three years has led to the need for a capital campaign to fund the

creation of a new stateof-the-art campus near Findlay Market in Overthe-Rhine, overdue upgrades and improvements to buildings and grounds at our historic main campus in St. Martin, and an increased endowment to provide scholarships to deserving students. “Building Community” is a $5 million campaign, derived from one of the nine counsels of St. Angela Merici, who founded the Ursulines in 1535. “Build Community Wherever You Go” is St. Angela’s Fifth Counsel, and reflects the significant legacy of the Ursuline Sisters as well as Chatcontinued on page 3

community. Further, like our business partners, higher education is challenged with doing more with less while leveraging technology, introducing new learning models, delivering world-class services, expanding partnerships, and ensuring unquestionable quality outcomes. This is true for Southern State Community College and the thousands of other colleges across the nation. Looking back, 2013 was a year of successes, challenges, and new opportunities for Southern State Community College. One must only look as far as our strategic vision, “To Be Your First-Choice College,” to recognize that Southern State is aiming high. Among the many efforts to this end include advancements in technology, renewed emphasis on college completion, and enhancing college accessibility. • First, the introduction of a new informamanagement tion software system has led to improved student accessibility to records and resources, and offered the institution broader access to data for improved monitoring, decision-making, and planning. • Second, Southern State has taken bold steps in formalizing and

implementing an institution-wide improvement plan designed to advance student success and college completion. • Lastly, perhaps the most courageous move has come in the form of breaking ground for construction of a new campus in Mt. Orab. Scheduled to open in August 2014, this campus is a state-of-the-art facility strategically located to be accessible to hundreds of thousands of individuals who may benefit from a community college. In the process of these overarching initiatives and projects, there has been a fair amount of “learning” occurring within the institution as great strides forward are often accompanied by bumps in the road. Such bumps have included enrollment declines, a critical look at student loan default rates, and general growing pains associated with the demand for high quality with lim-

ited resources. Not only is the college responding to employer needs, Southern State is also taking great care in reviewing programming and services to meet student needs. The college is being deliberate about ways to better inform students about financial literacy and responsibility while simultaneously undergoing its own internal critical analysis of budget efficiencies alongside making strategic investments. In 2014 and beyond, the college will continue

to focus efforts on the mission of providing accessible, affordable, and high quality education to our communities. Southern State looks ahead, with great ambition, toward growing enrollment among new and underserved populations, reviewing and improving our academic programming to better meet workforce needs, and generally assisting more students to completion. Specifically, the college will continue focusing on a successful opening of the new campus in Mt. Orab

while also continuing momentum toward construction of a facility in Adams County. New enrollment growth and student retention will be essential to the vitality of the college and will require a bold look at efficiencies, programming, and services. The new year promises to be a year of transformation as Southern State builds on the progress of its past.

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Propane, Butane and Natural Gasoline. These are the building blocks for many things we use every day.”, he said. “Examples of NGL based products are car bumpers, adhesives, instrument lenses and even toys.” Droege said that the Williams company planned to have a website soon that would allow local residents to keep track of the progress of the pipeline and get answers to any questions they may have. “We want to be good neighbors and create a dialogue with land owners and communities.”, he said.

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However some do not. “If we are not able to reach an agreement with a particular landowner, we will look at rerouting the pipeline.”, Droege said. Droege added that the project was anticipated to get off the ground so quickly because over half of it is already complete. “The beauty of the Bluegrass Pipeline is that over half of it is already in the ground. We are converting an existing natural gas pipeline that is already in the ground from Hardinsburg, KY on south.”, he said. “By taking that approach, we’ll be able to put the pipeline in service sooner and reduce our environmental impact foot-

field’s commitment to higher education and service. The $5 million campaign will increase the existing endowment for student scholarships, fund renovations to the College’s historic St. Martin campus in Brown County, Ohio, and support the renovation of 1544 Central Parkway in Over-the-Rhine, the recently purchased 18,000 square foot building that will provide a permanent, downtown campus for Chatfield College. 2013 was the inaugural year of the Student Leadership program at Chatfield College. The program’s goal is to develop skills and refine personality traits which lead to becoming both a good leader and a good group member. The program accomplishes this by providing opportunities for students to participate in a co-curricular organization that enriches their college experience and supports the education of the whole person, as well as providing student support for Chatfield activities and events. Chatfield’s Leadership

group spearheaded projects such as assisting the Hope Emergency Program with volunteers for their Christmas gift distribution week, supervising children’s games and events at Chatfield’s annual Homecoming Fall Festival, leading tours of the campus for special events, and sponsoring an Easter Egg hunt on the St. Martin Campus. Scholarships are one of the vital resources available to students for financing their college education. In addition to the 23 named scholarships at Chatfield College, there are several additional scholarships provided by forwardthinking businesses and organizations. For the past three years, U.S. Bank Arena and the Cincinnati Cyclones have collaborated with Chatfield College to offer candidates who fall within the scholarship criteria an opportunity to study at Chatfield. Last May, the first Cyclones Scholar, Theresa Fletcher, graduated from Chatfield, and received her degree from Kristin Ropp, Vice President and General Manager of U.S. Bank Arena and

Cincinnati Cyclones. Chatfield students at both the St. Martin and Findlay Market campuses enjoy the annual Chatfield Night at the Cyclones Game, scheduled for March 21, 2014. Chatfield appreciates the ongoing relationship with U.S. Bank Arena and the Cincinnati Cyclones that has had such a positive impact on both scholarship recipients and the general student population. Collaborations with corporations and private businesses are one of the many ways that the lives and college experi-

ences of Chatfield College students are enhanced. In June, Amanda Morgan was awarded the first East End Adult Education Center Scholarship from Chatfield College during a graduation ceremony from the GED program at the East End Adult Education Center. The scholarship was for $2,000 dollars and will be distributed over four semesters. “Receiving a scholarship makes a difference for this student. Chatfield is great because

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Amanda wants a liberal arts degree; she’s the first in her family to attend college,” said Adele Craft, Executive Director of East End Adult Education Center. The newest addition to Chatfield College’s named scholarships was established to celebrate the retirement of Sue Hamann after 52 years of teaching, 18 of which were spent with Chatfield students. The Sue Hamann Scholarship is needsbased to encourage and assist non-traditional students whose goal is to

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The company plans to ask landowners for a fifty foot easement on their property to build the pipeline. Landowners who agree will be compensated one time. “Bluegrass pipeline is committed to offering a fair price for any required easement. Offers for easements will be based on a fair value based upon fair market prices and the number of acres needed for the privilege of establishing a permanent easement. The owner will retain ownership and permanent use of the land.” Droege said that the vast majority of landowners his company deals with accept the compensation offered.

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Natural Gas and its byproducts will be moving through Brown County in the next couple of years. The proposed Bluegrass Pipeline will run from eastern Ohio down to Kentucky. The proposed date for the pipeline to become operational is late 2015. The 1100 mile project is being spearheaded by the Williams company out of Tulsa, Oklahoma and Boardwalk Pipeline Partners, a company with an

extensive pipeline network in Texas and Louisiana. The pipeline will be buried three feet underground, allowing property owners to continue to be able to use their land. “Landowners whose properties may be affected by the proposed route will be contacted by a land representative. The first step is to ask permission to conduct surveys on their property, that’s the stage we’re in right now.”, said Tom Droege, Media Spokesperson for the Williams company.

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help others after completing their education. Finally, in late December, Chatfield College received a 50,000 grant from the Coca-Cola Foundation for its First Generation Scholarship Program, which will provide scholarships to ten entering students who are the first in their immediate family to attend college.. Chatfield is the only college in the region to receive this grant, and is one of only 400 colleges across the country offering Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarships.

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garding custody and parenting time, but also in criminal cases, have profound and lasting impact on the lives of children and on the families of those children. “The job of Brown County Juvenile and Probate Court Judge is not a stepping stone to me, but rather it is the culmination of my professional experience. If elected to serve, I intend to ask the voters to elect me to a second and then a third term to provide continuity to the Brown County citizens. I have a clear vision for the future of the Brown County Juvenile and Probate Court. “Although I believe Judge Clark has served the community exceptionally well, when she retires there will by necessity be changes in the court.” COURT HOURS: “We will examine the feasibility of extended weekday, evening, or Saturday hours at least once per month and more often if needed. I will schedule hearings to avoid causing working parents to miss work and children to miss school whenever possible.” DRUG AND ALCOHOL INTERVENTION: “Drug and alcohol use by our at-risk children has reached epidemic proportions and we need a specialized pro-

gram for our children, as their treatment needs and approaches are much different than those of adults.” “I COUNSELING: want to expand the diagnostic and counseling services now used by our juvenile court. Many of the children I see who are using drugs and/or alcohol are actually ‘self-medicating’ an underlying, undiagnosed mental health problem.” STREAMLINED FILING: “County residents will have easier access to the court system for issues of custody and parenting time through the use of court-provided forms. I am also considering developing a ‘probate clinic’ for simple cases similar to Brown County Common Pleas Court Judge Gusweiler’s ‘divorce clinic.’” VOLUNTEERS: “I am exploring developing a local CASA (Court-Appointed Special Advocate) volunteer program to supplement the efforts of attorney GALs and the Brown County Department of Jobs and Family Services (BCDJFS) case workers at no cost to Brown County. I work very well-run with CASA programs in Kentucky and in Clermont County. Because of the unique concerns and confidentiality issues involved in juvenile court cases, a volunteer program must

include specialized training and oversight of the volunteers. CASA program development requires the support of the juvenile court judge and I have spoken with the Ohio CASA director about getting started here.” Steddom said she had not considered running until mid-January, when she was approached by several community members and peers who encouraged her to enter the race. “I have never held a political office or campaigned for anything. However, a judicial race should not be about politics, but about serving the public. It is of the utmost importance that everyone in our community understands that a judge must be fair and impartial. If elected, I will provide the same measure of justice for each parent or child who comes before me, regardless of their political affiliation, religious beliefs, or economic status.” The most difficult task before her, states Steddom, will be introducing herself to the voters. “It is not in my nature to promote myself and my qualifications. I have a busy solo law practice here. Most of my clients come to me by recommendations from friends and family members, so if a person has not been involved in the legal

system they may not know me. I will be attending more events and meetings in the coming months so that the voters can be informed about the clear differences between myself and other candidate for this very important position.” Steddom said that most of her current legal practice involves Juvenile Court. “I was hired as an assistant prosecutor and assigned full time to the Brown County Juvenile Court in October 2005. For two years I prosecuted all the juvenile crimes, from misdemeanor truancy and traffic tickets to felony rape. I also represented the BCDJFS in their actions against parents for abuse or neglect of children. “In late 2007 I left the Prosecutor’s office to open my own practice in Ripley, where I have been ever since. For the past 7 years I have represented adults and children in the juvenile court, as well as handling custody and parenting issues there. “By far my most rewarding assignment in the juvenile court is serving as Guardian ad Litem (GAL). As GAL I am appointed by the court to represent the children who are victims of abuse or neglect by assisting the court in determining what outcome serves the child’s best interest.” Sted-

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local animal shelters by taking sick or injured dogs into their home, paying for vet care and spay/neuter surgery, then finding appropriate adoptive homes for each dog through petfinder.com. By fostering three or four dogs at a time, they have helped over 220 dogs since they started in 2005. Steddom also has a 17-year-old Tennessee Walking horse gelding she rides when she can. This year she hopes to ride with her friends into some of the rural areas of Brown County to meet voters. Steddom invites any organization who wishes her to attend an event or meeting to contact her office at 937-392-3057.

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son with the 2014 Season set to go on March 28th, the track has attracted national attention. They are a part of many organizations around the country. They have drivers who come, on a weekly basis, from three and four hours away. They race at MRP on Friday Night and go back to their home track for their regular Saturday shows. This is very popular with racers and race fans alike. And you never know what big names will stop in on a Friday Night at MRP!! So if you’re looking for a great night of family entertainment at a very affordable price, don’t forget that little hidden secret in Southern Ohio and plan a trip to Moler Raceway Park, 2059 Harker Waits Road, Williamsburg, OH 45176. (937) 444-6215. www.molerracewaypark.com

The highly popular riverfront business Rockin' Robins Soda Shoppe & catering has been in business by owner Tara Davis since 2001 and is located at 8 North Front Street in downtown Ripley, Ohio. The 50's and 60's themed soda shop offers a spectacular view of the

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Dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and high value products while enhancing shareholder value, First State Bank has been a community institution since 1884. With eight locations in Adams and Brown counties and one in Highland county, operations and management are locally controlled. Since our inception, we have grown into a trusted and respected community institution. This has been based on our ability to help

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community bereavement activities. From their award winning kid’s camp, to their ongoing grief/loss support groups, the community had many options to cope with grief. One new offering was the Art of Hope series. This ‘Expression of Grief’ series offered various ways to express grief through art workshops such as: pottery, photography, and creative writing. Look for more information throughout 2014 for the Art of Hope Series. Also this past year, Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley was again a proud partner of the national We Honor Veterans Program. This program, de-

signed by the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in collaboration with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), awarded Hospice of Hope “Level Two” status. The program invites hospices, state hospice org a n i z a t i o n s , Hospice-Veteran Partnerships and VA facilities to join a pioneering program focused on respectful inquiry, compassionate listening and grateful acknowledgment. By recognizing the unique needs of America's veterans and their families, community providers, in partnership with VA staff, learn how to accompany and guide them through their life

stories toward a more peaceful ending. Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley is committed to excellent care for our veterans and will continue to pursue all levels of the We Honor Veterans Program and its initiatives in the coming years. Nationally there are many hospice choices from larger urban corporations, national chains and even smaller rural organizations. As a patient and or family, you have a choice about hospice care and who provides that service to you. Ask for Hospice of Hope by name. Call 1-800928-4848 or log onto www.hospiceofhope.org for more information.

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Several studies have shown that when you buy from an independent, locally owned business, significantly more of your money is used to make purchases from other local businesses, service providers and farms - continuing to strengthen the economic base of the community. Support community groups: Non-profit organizations receive an average 250% more support from smaller business owners than they do from large businesses. Create more good jobs: Small local businesses are the largest employer nationally and in our community, provide the most jobs to residents. Get better service: Local businesses often hire people with a better understanding of the products they are selling and take more time to get to know customers. Invest in community: Local businesses are owned by people who live in this community, are less likely to leave, and are more invested in the community’s future. Put your taxes to good use: Local businesses in town centers require comparatively little infrastructure investment and make more efficient use of public services as compared to nationally owned stores entering the community.

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driver and Public Relations Manager, Bethany Moler driving her way to 9th place in points in her first season. The Moler’s son, Joey is responsible for all aspects of the track. And Kevin and his Mom, Dad and Uncles Tom and Mark Moler are all responsible for putting on a great show every week. The Moler Family has been involved in racing for five generations, starting in the 50’s when Victor “Ike” Moler and his wife Rosemont owned and operated Mt. Orab Speedway on Route 68. Many famous drivers were attracted to that track just as they are to Moler Raceway Park today. In fact some of the drivers who raced at Mt. Orab Speedway in the 50’s have another generation racing today at Moler Raceway Park. Going into its 8th Sea-

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Moler Raceway Park is considered to be the Midwest’s Fastest ¼ mile Dirt Oval with Racing Every Friday Night consisting of Mt. Orab Ford Late Models, Modifieds, Chevettes, TheDRC Crazy Compacts, and Diamond Cut Lawn Care Sport Mods. The track started construction in 2006 and a short ten months later was opening the door to what is considered the area’s most popular entertainment complex. In addition to racing on Friday nights they also run go-karts on Sundays for the kids and big kids alike. They also hold various special events throughout the year, concerts, battle of the bands, flea markets, car shows and much more. The Moler Family has been involved in racing for five generations now. With the fifth generation

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and we hope to receive strong support from our local community. Please be on the lookout for the “We’re Open” sign soon. “After many years in the restaurant business

I feel honored to have the opportunity to share the skills and knowledge I have acquired with the young chefs of the future. I am even more gratified to be able to touch the lives of

students in the very program that started my career so many years ago. It is my goal to provide these students

a chance to be able to perform and give their best in something that they love and I intend to do this with great sup-

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The county is located about 30-40 minutes east of Cincinnati. Brown County is bordered by the Ohio River on the South, Clermont on the West, Adams on East and Highland and Clinton in the Northern part of the county. It was formed in 1817 from parts of Adams and Clermont counties. The name comes from Jacob Brown, a hero of the War of 1812. Georgetown, the largest village in the county, is the county seat. It is also the boyhood home of Ulysses S. Grant. The Rankin House in Ripley was the first established station of the underground railroad which enabled slaves to escape to freedom. Agricultural products include; tobacco, livestock, and grain. Other principle industries in Brown county include; plastic machinery parts, surgical equipment, non-alcoholic beverages, cement blocks, metal tool boxes, and wildlife art prints. http://www.browncountyohio.gov/

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Ripley Federal Savings Bank was incorporated in 1895. It was originally started in 1889 as The Ripley Building & Loan Association. The savings and loan association was originally located at 117 Main Street and was moved to 109 Main Street in 1914. Various Ripley and Union Township residents were employees and directors of the association throughout the years. The association became a federal association in 1935. Becoming a federal association

nity, including, checking and savings accounts, IRA/Retirement accounts, safe deposit box rentals, loan products, credit cards, ATM banking at four locations, a YesBanking Info-Line available 24 hrs. a day and on-line banking. The banking industry is constantly changing and economic conditions are at times turbulent, but Ripley Federal Savings Bank is still here as a small community bank continuing to grow and expand our products and services – all under the original Ripley Federal name. No mergers, no name changes, after more than 118 years of serving our friends and neighbors, we’re still here. With a total of 18 dedicated full-time employees, many of whom have double digit years of service Ripley Federal takes great pride in delivering the kind of personal service not always available in larger institutions. Our staff cares about our customers and our community. We take the time to treat you as a valued customer and not just a number. Ripley Federal Board of Directors are William Geschwind of Georgetown, who is Chairman of the Board, John P. Cropper of Georgetown, David E. Poole of Ripley, Kenneth D. Morrison of Sardinia, Danny R. Grooms of West Union, and President/CEO Andy Miller, of Maysville, KY. The friendly and courteous Ripley Federal staff are ready to assist you at the main office at 1006 S. Second Street in Ripley and the branch office at 200 E. State Street in Georgetown, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Friday 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. and Saturday, 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon. Everyone at Ripley Federal invites you to stop by and see for yourself what a hometown bank can do for you. As the last financial institution headquartered in Brown County, Ripley Federal strives to be a customer-friendly institution and be a positive influence on its customers, employees and the communities we serve. Visit our website www.ripleyfederal.com or stop in and see why we’ve been Earning Your Trust Since 1895.

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gave security and safety to savers’ deposits. Ripley Federal was the only federal savings and loan association in Adams, Brown or Clermont County. The association grew and prospered, and in 1958, the association purchased land just east of the Red Oak bridge at 252 S. Second Street. An office was constructed at this site for occupancy in January 1959. In 1974, the branch office at 200 E. State Street in Georgetown was built and due to increasing growth, a new building replacing the existing structure was constructed in 1999 to allow for increased teller and customer service areas as well as drive-thru service. In January, 2000, the Board of Directors adopted a charter and by-laws to reflect the association’s move from a traditional savings and loan to be more reflective of its’ current plan of overall banking. At that time the name Ripley Federal Savings Bank was adopted. The savings bank continued to grow and in 2004, the facility at 1006 S. Second Street in Ripley was built with occupancy taken in December of that year. Ripley Federal is proud to provide many varied products and services to the commu-

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By Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

One measure of the economic health of Brown County is real estate tax collections. Brown County Treasurer Connie Patrick said recently that collections were continuing on a slight upward trend. “We’ve just finished our first half collection on both real estate and manufactured homes. As I compare numbers, we’ve actually collected more on the real estate than we did for the same

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grow numerically and physically. In 1990, the church added a twostory Sunday school expansion to the existing building and remodeled the auditorium. In 1997, the gymnasium/multi-purpose building was com-

pleted. In 1999, the new 750 seat auditorium was finished. And in 2003, a new Sunday school building was built. The latest addition to the church is a 3700 sq. ft. corridor connecting the three main buildings. It was completed in the fall of 2012. Bible Baptist

Church is an old-fashioned, independent Baptist church. The congregation still sings out of the old hymn book and Dr. Smith preaches and teaches from King James Bible. Bible Baptist Church is distinctively Baptist, and hold to the 20 Articles of Faith. You can

Bible Baptist Church is located in the fastgrowing village of Mt. Orab, Ohio, 35 miles east of Cincinnati. The future of this area is bright, and the future of Bible Baptist Church is exciting! The church is equipping the next gen-

view the Articles of Faith, listen to sermons, and explore more about the church a t www.BBCMtOrab.com In addition, the church also broadcasts its Sunday services live on their website.

bers.” She added that she knows that things aren’t back to pre-2008 recession levels quite yet. “With the economy still like it is in Brown County, we are fortunate to get close to those same numbers. Even some people who are in dire financial straits are still maintaining their obligation to pay thier property taxes”, Patrick said. There are two other factors are keeping the tax collection numbers higher this year. “We had a huge pay-

ment from Duke Energy last month where they paid their entire year’s bill all at once instead of splitting it up into two payments”, Patrick said. It looks like an increase now, but things may average out closer to a slight increase later in the year.” Patrick also said that a tax sale last year also is bringing more money into the county coffers. “We were also able to collect delinquent taxes on some lots at Lake Lorelei and Lake Waynoka that were sold

at a tax sale in April of 2013, so we were able to put them back on the rolls for tax collection.”, Patrick said. “That was several thousand dollars that we were able to collect in back taxes and that the new owners will be able to maintain payments on the property.” Patrick said that she is optimistic that the Brown County economy will continue to improve. “When I look around the community and I see things that are happening as far as economic growth, projects like

Southern State College in Mt. Orab will contribute to further growth. I feel very positive about that”, she said. Patrick also expressed appreciation to everyone who has paid thier property tax bill so far this year. “I appreciate all the effort that people make to meet their property tax obligation. Real estate taxes fund our schools and pay for the services we all need across the county.”

we are excited with this partnership that we are doing here with the ESC,” Pride began, “And I’ve got to tell you that this is one of the greatest ventures that I’ve ever been a part of. Everything seems to have run so smoothly to this point.” Pride went on to pay high praises to Kevin Kratzer, superintendent of SHCTC and thanked him for making the new building his priority. Vice president of the SHCTC Vernon Creighton then led the crowd in the Pledge of Allegiance. Jim Frazier, superintendent of the Brown County ESC then took time to introduce everyone who was in attendance of the ceremony who had some hand in

making it a reality. Frazier recognized a representative from Senator Joe Uecker who was not in attendance but sent a resolution commending the venture. Also recognized were the three county commissions, Tony Applegate, Barry Woodruff and Darryl Gray, county auditor Jill Hall and county treasurer Connie Patric, county prosecutor Jessica Little, Dale Cahall, Georgetown mayor and all board members from both the ESC and Southern Hills. Frazier also recognized State Representative Doug Green for his attendance and interest in the event. He mentioned Sally Frydryk, ESC treasurer, Mike Boyd treasurer at

Southern Hills, and Christopher Burrows, superintendent of Georgetown Exempted Schools “Early on, the state legislature came out with a special Local Government Innovation Fund,” Frazier began, “It’s intent was to put some seed money out there to get two public entities talking about how they could share money, personnel, what they do and save taxpayers money. We took advantage of that and got $100,000 which got

this project off the ground. It wasn’t enough for the whole project but every little bit helps.” Frazier also introduced Charlie Jahnigen, architect and vice president of SHP Leading Design, responsible for designing the new building and Ken Keith, with Quandel Construction Group, Inc., the contractors for the construction Jahnigen talked briefly about what the new building would offer including a gathering

room, a community space which will seat about 100 people, reception area and a board room that can seat 30 to 40 people, a workroom and a storage area. “The number one thing on designing this new building was that they wanted every thing to be energy efficient,” Jahnigen stated. “I’d like to thank everyone for coming out today and let you know that I am proud to be a part of this project.”

Administration building for Southern Hills and ESC complete

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timeframe last year by about $252,000 by the due date. Since that time, we’ve collected another $780,000 which was not paid before the deadline, so I feel we’re very successful in that part of it.” Patrick said that the numbers have been going in the right direction for a while now. “We’ve gone up every year since 2008. We collected $13.5 million that year and have gone up to $15.8 million this year. We have seen a consistent increase in the num-

Southern Hills Career and Technology Center and the Brown County Educational Services Center are now sharing an administration building in Georgetown. Work on the building was completed recently on the grounds of SHCTC. Ground was broken last August on the project. Construction of the new building was announced by SHCTC Superintendent Kevin Kratzer in December 2012. event was The opened by SHCTC board president Dr. Richie Pride, III who welcomed everyone for attending the ceremony. “We are thrilled and

eration to carry the torch of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to future generations until Jesus comes. You'll find a warm and friendly welcome at Bible Baptist Church, Mt. Orab.

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BROWN COUNTY ATTRACTIONS AND POINTS OF INTEREST

The John P. Parker House in Ripley is a National Historic Landmark. Parker was an ex-slave, abolitionist, inventor, entrepreneur and hero who frequently crossed the Ohio River to bring across fugitive slaves into Ohio, keeping the Underground Railroad filled with passengers. New Hope Road Bridge in Georgetown is the longest single covered bridge still standing in Ohio. Other covered bridges in Brown County include the McCafferty Road Bridge, Brown Bridge, George Miller Bridge and North Pole Road Bridge. The Rankin House in Ripley is a National Historic Landmark and was a stopping point on the Underground Railroad. The Ripley Museum, with federal style architecture, is an 1850s frame structure home that contains a collection of Ripley's historical artifacts. Ulysses S. Grant attended the Grant Schoolhouse, which was built in 1829 and is owned by the Ohio Historical Society. The Boyhood Home of Ulysses S. Grant in Georgetown is a National Historic Landmark. Built by his father, the home was Ulysses S. Grant's residence for 16 years. Ohio Tobacco Museum Inc. in Ripley is an 1850's home that was once inhabited by the Espy family, owners of the heavy munitions works in Cincinnati that produced Ripley's three cannons for protection during the Civil War. In 1988 it became the site for the Ohio Tobacco Museum and stands as the only such museum in the state of Ohio. The Ohio Tobacco Festival in Ripley is a celebration of the golden crop that is an important part of Ohio's heritage. The Festival recognizes tobacco growers, their families and the communities in which it is grown. The Glass Refactory in Georgetown makes items out of recycled glass. www.firstohio.com/main/histories

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Grant home renovation preserves history for years to come Ulysses S. Grant’s boyhood home in Georgetown reopened to the public last April. The home underwent a $1.4 million restoration paid for through the State of Ohio capital appropriations, federal grants from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Park Service and two grants from the Ohio Historical Decorative Arts Association. The boyhood home of

U.S. Grant is located at 219 East Grant Avenue in Georgetown. The home was built by Grant’s father, Jesse Grant in 1823. Additions to the home were made in 1825 and 1828. The National Register property was restored by Mr. and Mrs. John Ruthven in 1982. At that time, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. It is now the property of the state of Ohio and is maintained by the U.S Grant Homestead Association. “It’s just overwhelm-

ing to see all the work that has been done at the home,” said Stan Purdy, member of the Grant Homestead Association. “The woodwork has all been stripped down to it’s original beauty, the old paint is gone and now there are beautiful, unique works of art on the walls. “Even the sidewalks and the curb in front of the building have been repaired and it is also up to code for handicapped accessibility. We are very happy with everything that’s been done.”

At 2:30 p.m. Deann Kelly performed songs of the Civil War era at the Gaslight Theater. Following Kelly, at 3 p.m. Edwin C. Bearss, Civil War author, tour guide and scholar presented ‘The End of the Civil War’ at the Gaslight Theater. Both shows were available for only $10. Ed Bearss, a United States Marine Corps veteran of World War II was born in 1923. He is a military historian and author known for his work on the American

Civil War and World War II eras and is the most popular tour guide of historic battlefields in the United States. He served as Chief Historian of the National Park Service from 1981 to 1994. After his retirement in 1995 he received the title Chief Historian Emeritus which he holds to this day. Bearss talked to the crowd at the Gaslight Theater about how General Grant directed one of the most dramatic campaigns of the Civil

War in Virginia. His talks bring to life all of the events of the Civil War. In addition to the Grant Boyhood Home, visitors can also visit the Grant Schoolhouse in Georgetown and the Grant birthplace in nearby Point Pleasant. For more information on all these historic sites or the Grant Homestead Association visit www.usgrantboyhoodhome.org. or call (937) 378-3087.

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By Martha B. Jacob The Brown County Press

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with increased motor control to improve speech intelligibility. Contact Nikki Pelvit at 937.378.4178 to find out more about Parkinson’s Therapy treatment at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Villa Georgetown Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has been providing quality care in Brown County for over 26 years. It is an 88 bed facility and are Medicare and Medicaid certified for Skilled and Intermediate levels of care. Villa Georgetown also has a state-of–the art rehabilitation center that serves

both in-patient residents and out patient members of the community. Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides inpatient and outpatient rehab services. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including Cardiac Recovery, Pulmonary Rehab, Sports Medicine, Pediatric therapy, Pain modalities, and much more. To receive outpatient therapy, new patients will need to obtain a physicians order. To learn more about the LSVT program, you can visit www.lstvglobal.com.

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U.S. Grant Boyhood Home Facts The Grant Boyhood Home in Georgetown, Ohio, was the home of Ulysses S. Grant, 18th president of the United States, from 1823, when Grant was one year old, until 1839, when he left to attend West Point. Ulysses Grant lived in this home longer than any other house during his lifetime. A multi-year $1.4 million restoration of the Grant Boyhood Home was completed in 2013. The restoration project returned Ulysses S. Grant’s boyhood home to its appearance in 1839, the year he left for West Point. History The Grant Boyhood Home in Georgetown was the home of Ulysses S. Grant, 18th president of the United States, from 1823, when Grant was one year old, until 1839, when he left to attend West Point. Ulysses Grant lived in this home longer than any other house during his lifetime. In 1976, the house was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and, nine years later, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. Built in the 1820s Grant’s parents, Jesse and Hanna Grant, first constructed a tannery in 1823 when they moved to Georgetown from nearby Point Pleasant, Ohio, where Grant had been born the year before. They built the first part of their home, now a wing toward the rear of the house, later that year. Although made of brick, it was a very modest home, with one room on the first floor and another on the second. A one-story kitchen was added in 1825. About 1828, the Grants built a two-story home in front of, and attached to, the 1823 house. While growing up there, Grant — born Hiram Ulysses Grant — went to school, worked in his father’s tannery across the street and spent hours in his favorite pastime: working with horses. Grant lived in Georgetown with his parents and four siblings until 1839, when he left to attend West Point. It was there that, through a bureaucratic error, his name was listed as Ulysses Simpson Grant. In Grant Family Until the 1840s The Georgetown house remained in the Grant family until the 1840s. In 1868, new owners made improvements including a Victorian-style porch, a conservatory and elongated windows. In 1905 a new porch replaced the old one. By the 1960s, the house had become apartments and was facing demolition. Georgetown’s nationally-known wildlife artist, John Ruthven, and his late wife Judy, who was an active preservationist, bought the Grant Boyhood Home in 1977 to ensure its future. The Ruthvens restored and furnished the house, with one room dedicated to Grant memorabilia, and added a wing to the rear for restroom and exhibit space. It has been open to visitors since 1982, when it was named a National Historic Landmark, the highest designation awarded to historic properties by the federal government. In 2002, the Ruthvens donated the Grant Boyhood Home to the State of Ohio, which placed it under the auspices of the Ohio Historical Society.

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The Classic Closet provides something for everyone have grown each year as consigners who have brought great name brands for resale for all ages. Tod-

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In 2013, Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley celebrated its 25th anniversary of providing quality end-of-life care services to those who face lifelimiting illnesses. For the past 25 years, the organization has served more than 11,500 patients and has provided countless community education and support hours. Their administrative offices are located at 215 Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab where they can easily serve their Ohio counties that include: Adams, Brown, Clinton, Clermont, Highland and Pike. Michael Parker, Director of Public Relations & Development for Hospice

of Hope stated, “What an amazing feeling to have celebrated 25 years as a community support resource. Each day we

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The Ultimate Salon is excited to announce their second salon location opening in Mt. Orab by April 2014. Their second salon is located at 103 South High Street and it was a former salon. It is centrally located in the middle of town next to the new marathon gas station. There is plenty of parking in the rear with the salon entrance located there as

well. The Ultimate Salon staff is very excited to be

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expanding into Mt. Orab and offering their professional services. They welcome you to stop in

and see the new salon and receive a service. The original salon is located in the “Village Plaza” in the heart of the Georgetown Business District. The Ultimate Salon has been servicing the Brown County Area for 26 years, growing and expanding rapidly. They are accepting applications for Managing Cosmetologist and Managing

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Rehabilitative Therapy for People with Parkinson’s Lori Malone, Occupational Therapist at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, along with Blake Spiller, Physical Theraptist at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, recently earned their certification in the LSVT (Lee Silverman’s Voice Treatment) BIG Parkinson’s treatment program. LSVT BIG (which compliments LSVT LOUD, which is

also offered at Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center) is training is for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other related movement or speech disorders. Terry Bastin, Speech Therapist at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabiltation Center, also earned a certificate in the LSVT LOUD Parkinson’s treatment program. According to Malone,

having LSVT certified care providers is a unique benefit for Parkinson’s patients in the surrounding areas. “Our LSVT certified providers provide Parkinson’s treatment that is not available at any other health care facilities within a 75 mile radius!,” she said. “Having three LSVT certified therapists ensures that our patients will receive comprehencontinued on page 13

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Both LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD are based on the principles of an intensive amplitude-based exercise program for the motor system. LSVT BIG focuses on body movements. The goal of the program is to teach individuals with Parkinson’s disease to use bigger movements automatically in everyday living with long-term carryover. LSVT LOUD enhances voice output. It focuses on loudness and respiration for speaking with increased motor control to improve speech intelligibility. Contact our rehab manager at 937.378.4178 to find out more about Parkinson’s Therapy treatment at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

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Year of Jubilee at Bible Baptist Church 2014 is the Year of Jubilee for Bible Baptist Church, Mt. Orab. The church is celebrating it's 50th anniversary. Bible Baptist Church, Mt. Orab, has an incredible history. It was started in 1964, by a small group

of believers with the help and influence of the late Dr. John Rawlings. The church continued as a typical country church for several years. Dr. Charles H. Smith became the pastor in 1982. When

he first arrived, Dr. Smith found the church with, as he and his wife, Nancy, say, "a sweet, sweet spirit". The church was averaging under 100 in attendance, had two acres of land, a building with a

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for being elected Judge in the Juvenile and Probate Court in November. Judge Margaret A. Clark is retiring after this term. Steddom states that the Juvenile Court is unlike the other courts in both purpose and procedures. “My nine years of experience in this court have provided me with insight and knowledge essential to the job of Juvenile Court Judge that cannot be gained by presiding over or practicing in any other court. I have worked in this court almost daily, certainly many times each week, and I understand the unique concerns of families here. The decisions made on juvenile cases, especially re-

Due to the increased recognition of shows like Top Chef, Master Chef and Hell’s Kitchen the field of culinary arts has become increasingly popular among young and old alike. One thing that is evident from these reality television shows is that it is not an easy hill to climb in order to be a successful culinary arts professional. The popular chef and host of Hell’s Kitchen, Gordan Ramsay states it best, “If you want to become a great chef, you have to work with great

chefs. ” In response to the growing interest in the field and demand for culinary arts professionals, Southern Hills Career and Technical Center in Georgetown, Ohio has added a culinary arts program. The lab at Southern Hills is supplied with not only cutting edge equipment, but also one of our own local “great chefs” for the education of students in the field of culinary arts. The students are being exposed to many facets of the culinary field including the

skills needed to prepare foods from many cultures. Further, the culinary arts students are being taught the skills for employability in this competitive entrepreneurial trade. Some examples include tourism, hospitality, public service and professionalism. Our lab is equipped with a full service restaurant named, “Chef’s Corner”. This restaurant is being used as a key teaching tool. Students are being trained in all positions of the business from dish-

The Home Place features handcrafted furniture showroom, a bakery, a delicatessen, and more

small auditorium, a few Sunday School rooms, and they were struggling to pay the bills. However, the people had a mind and a heart to serve the Lord. The church began to

The Home Place is a family business operated by the Delbert and Susan Schlabach family. We invite you to browse our 4,000 square foot showroom of fine handcrafted furniture and gift items brought to you from central Ohio and northern Indiana. Intricate design and detail and exquisite quality is built into each piece, reflecting the personality of the Amish/Mennonite craftsmen. It is our pleasure to be the link

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between these ingenious craftsmen and you, our valued customer. If what you see on the showroom floor isn't exactly what you had in mind – that's our specialty! Our craftsmen build custom furniture for you at unrivaled quality. Be sure to check out our discount outlet barn with special prices. Also showcased at The Home Place, is a homemade bakery and fresh delicatessen. Breads, cinnamon rolls,

cookies, cakes and pies are a sampling of made from scratch baked goods available. Local specialties like blackberry jam cake and salt rising bread is one reason folks keep returning. Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings offer homemade donuts starting at 8:00 AM. Need a quick lunch? Consider The Home Place deli for a delicious and hearty lunch. Order a custom sandwich, bag of chips and a

washer to manager. In this way we hope to give our young chefs the knowledge and skills they will need to be successful in the field of culinary arts whether in our local community or among the chefs in 5 star restaurants. Since our program began in August 2013, the students have been exposed to many excit-

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prestigious food show in Columbus, Ohio and the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State. Under her guidance the students have also worked very hard and successfully

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of believers with the help and influence of the late Dr. John Rawlings. The church continued as a typical country church for several years. Dr. Charles H. Smith became the pastor in 1982. When

he first arrived, Dr. Smith found the church with, as he and his wife, Nancy, say, "a sweet, sweet spirit". The church was averaging under 100 in attendance, had two acres of land, a building with a

has been in Ripley since 2007, is making

her case with the citizens of Brown County

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The Home Place features handcrafted furniture showroom, a bakery, a delicatessen, and more

small auditorium, a few Sunday School rooms, and they were struggling to pay the bills. However, the people had a mind and a heart to serve the Lord. The church began to

Steddom to run for Juvenile Court Judge Julie Steddom, an attorney whose law office

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prestigious food show in Columbus, Ohio and the Midwest Culinary Institute at Cincinnati State. Under her guidance the students have also worked very hard and successfully

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The Classic Closet provides something for everyone have grown each year as consigners who have brought great name brands for resale for all ages. Tod-

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well. The Ultimate Salon staff is very excited to be

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expanding into Mt. Orab and offering their professional services. They welcome you to stop in

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The Classic Closet is in its 12th year of serving the area as the only Upscale Consignment Shop. We

Ultimate Salon to open new location in Mt. Orab

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Ultimate Salon to open new location in Mt. Orab

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view the Articles of Faith, listen to sermons, and explore more about the church a t www.BBCMtOrab.com In addition, the church also broadcasts its Sunday services live on their website.

Administration building for Southern Hills and ESC complete

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eration to carry the torch of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to future generations until Jesus comes. You'll find a warm and friendly welcome at Bible Baptist Church, Mt. Orab.

(Near Golden Corral on Glen Este Withamsville Road) Store Hours: Monday-Saturday 9:00-9:00 Sunday 12:00-6:00

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A new base for UC Air Care will be based in Mt. Orab to serve Brown and Adams counties.

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Compassionate and Gentle Care The right Vet for your Pet

G EORGETOWN ANIMAL HOSPITAL “The Vet With a Heart”

Several conditions mimic low -testosterone symptoms

Family Owned and Operated

Tom Megie, Funeral Director 104 Spice Street, Mt. Orab, OH 45154 Phone: (937) 444-2677 www.megiefuneralhome.com

Low testosterone, or Low T as the commercials go, has been a popular concern among men in the couple of years. This has mainly been fueled by commercials promoting

AUTO HOME BUSINESS BONDS

Call us for all your insurance needs 122 Water Street, Milford, OH

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Oded Zmora, MD Family Medicine

N.S. Lodwick, D.V.M. J.E. Gish, D.V.M. D.C. Chalker, D.V.M. Office Hours by Appointment

9242 Hamer Rd., Georgetown, Ohio

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Helping families through life’s most difficult times with care and compassion...

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By Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

We love animals of all ages at the Georgetown Animal Hospital

Merchants National Bank We live within the communities we serve! We shop at the same stores! Our children attend the same schools! We live on the same streets!

WE CARE!

Batavia 2033 Hospital Drive 513-735-1000

Mt. Orab 370 N. High St. 937-444-1441

Higginsport Georgetown 314 Washington St. 120 S. Main St. 937-375-4242 937-378-2603 www.merchantsnat.com

2013 a successful year for Chatfield College

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Local People – Local Decisions Local Commitment

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Southern State Community College looking back and forward

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Merchants National Bank is growing with Brown County!!!

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Millions of dollars worth of development coming in 2014 By Wayne Gates The Brown County Press

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The Mt. Orab campus of Southern State Community College will open in August of 2014

A new covered bandstand with storage and electricity will be used for “Music in the Park”

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