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Support Your Community and Shop Local! Articles for color advertisements can be found:
Clermont Chamber of Commerce - page 5 Clermont County Public Library - page 8 Clermont Family YMCA - page 4 Great Oaks - page 3 Group Health - page 22
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HealthSource - page 6 Merchant’s National Bank - page 22 SSCC - page 10 Tecumseh Buildings - page 20
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Group Health Associates - on the forefront of health care services Group Health Associates opened its doors in 1974 with just four doctors and one
office. Today, Group Health is one of the premier medical groups in Cincinnati, with
Merchants National Bank is growing with Brown County!!! O D D P A G E S
Merchants National Bank has been a part of Brown County since February 2006 when our office opened at 370 N. High Street in Mt. Orab. In August of 2009 Merchants acquired the Citizens Bank of Higginsport and now is pleased to be serving Brown County with three locations. Our Georgetown Office is located at 120 S. Main Street and in Higginsport we at 314 are located Washington Street. All three are full service branches with loan officers in each
location. Established in 1879, the Merchants National Bank is an independent institution built upon a foundation of financial strength and customer service. MNB employees specialize in providing exceptional service on a personal level. We are large enough to provide financial products at competitive prices, yet small enough to know our customers. We are Brown County’s “Real Community Bank with REAL Customer Service.”
MT. WASHINGTON SAVINGS & LOAN
Your Financial Institution Since 1886 In Savings & Home Financing WE HAVE MORTGAGE LOANS AVAILABLE Accounts Insured up to $250,000
2110 BEECHMONT AVENUE, Mt. Washington
231-7871
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more than 130 physicians in primary care and 18 specialties. Eight Group Health offices are conveniently located throughout the Cincinnati area, from Western Hills to Anderson, and Clifton to Mason. “Group Health provides patients with comprehensive and coordinated care,” explained Tim Gramann, Group Health’s chief operating officer. “By offering both primary care and specialties in the same office, along with other medical services like imaging, therapies and pharmacy, Group Health patients can get most of their health care in one office. That means no extra paperwork, carting records around town or hunting for a specialist when needed.” Group Health doctors are backed by TriHealth, the nationally recognized system of physicians, hospitals and communities serving the Cincinnati area. TriHealth gives Group Health patients streamlined access to two award-winning hospitals – Good Samaritan and Bethesda North – along with hospice care, skilled nursing care, specialty institutes and wellness programs. Focused on the patient Group Health’s medical center model puts the patient at the center for improved service, higher quality and better cost control. Primary care doctors work side-by-side and collaboratively with physicians in 18 specialties. The patient benefits from the teamwork approach, often getting issues resolved quickly as a result. “With multiple doctors in multiple offices, we can often meet any urgent needs or offer the convenience of an appointment near home or work or school,” Gramann
added. Group Health Springdale led the way as a pilot location for the Patient-Centered Medical Home to primary care in 2009. Medical Home is designed to revolutionize family medicine and internal medicine practices by using a proactive team approach to integrated care. It is a concept quickly being adopted by patients and insurers. “We are proud that all seven offices that offer primary care have received Level 3 certification, which is the highest recognition awarded by the National Committee for Quality Assurance,” Gramann said. On track with technology More than 10 years ago, long before required, Group Health became one of the first physician groups in Cincinnati to go online, putting patient information at the doctor’s fingertips with electronic medical records. Every exam room includes a computer terminal for the review and entry of information. “This makes life easier for the patient – and the doctor,” explained Thomas Tami MD, Group Health’s medical director. “Instead of weeding through stacks of notes or waiting for information from another doctor, our physicians can quickly review the patient’s previous care, medications, hospitalizations and other information. Being online also means patients can switch between offices at their convenience and the records will be still be easily accessible.” In 2010, Group Health primary care patients began using MyChart, a secure website that gives them access to medical records and other information. Secure e-mails can be exchanged between
patient and provider, often speeding up treatment or answering questions that might have gone unasked in the past. Soon patients will be able to schedule their own appointments online. As technology has been introduced to health care, Group Health has again kept pace. Most of the Group Health surgeons practice minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Emphasis on choice “Too many people think that a large practice means patients have no choice – much like a clinic,” Tami said. “At Group Health, you choose your personal doctors, whether it’s for primary care or a specialty. Even in obstetrics, a woman doesn’t have to rotate through every doctor in the practice. She can choose the doctor she wants to establish a relationship with.” The strength of the Group comes from the support doctors and patients get from having different specialties in the same office or system. If a patient has an urgent need, but the chosen doctor isn’t available, arrangements can often be made to see a partner or visit another office. It comes too from the quality and variety of physicians Group Health employs. Dozens of Group Health doctors make the “best of” lists each year and are recognized by their peers for excellence. They conduct research, speak internationally and lead the way in new techniques. “Doctors choose Group Health for the support of a well-run, financially viable structure that allows them to do what they do best – help patients,” Tami concluded.
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Georgetown Animal Hospital has been serving the Brown County area since 1952 The Georgetown Animal Hospital is committed to providing the best possible veterinary care for every state of your pets’ lives. We offer preventative medicine, diagnostics, in-house bloodwork, x-rays, surgical care, dental care, and much more. The doctors and staff
continually strive to provide quality veterinary care, customer service, and education so your pets can receive the compassionate medical care they deserve. We love animals, and greatly appreciate the chance to help your family companions live the healthi-
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est, longest, happiest lives possible. We are located at 9242 Hamer Road, Georgetown, Ohio. For more information or an appointment, please contact us at (937) 3786334 and we will be happy to assist you.
Great Oaks, helping local students prepare for the future “When my son said he wanted to go to Live Oaks, I wasn’t sure how it would all work,” said parent Jane Kozel. “But as soon as school started, I knew this was right for him. He enjoys school every day, and he’s preparing for college.” “Thanks to Live Oaks, he’ll have enough credits that he’ll start college almost as a sophomore,” added Glenn Kozel. Public career-technical schools like Great Oaks Career Campuses have been, for many years, a place for high school students to gain hands-on skills and academic knowledge at the same time. Students graduate ready for a career and college, and in most cases with industry certifications that allow them to be successful if they choose to work right away. In the current economy, parents and students are finding that a career-technical education can give graduates an advantage in the job market. “Those are the jobs that people are getting right now—the ones that are
hands-on and skill-oriented,” said Laurel Oaks parent Krista Martin. Of the Buckeye Top Fifty—a list of the hottest jobs now and in the future, published by the Ohio Bureau of Labor Market Information—more than half are careers that can begin with a Great Oaks education. And that’s not an accident. “We are responsible for preparing young people for the world they will be adults in,” said Great Oaks CEO Robin White. “We add or disband programs based on what our region will need in the future.” Some programs started in recent years include Practical Nursing, Biotechnology / Forensic Studies, Sports Rehabilitation and Therapy, and Lodging Management. More than 30 programs are available for high school students. That’s why more and more people are speaking out about a Great Oaks education. To hear what parents have to say, go to www.greatoaks.com/parents. Current students talk
about their experiences at www.facebook.com/truthab outgreatoaks. For more information, go to www.greatoaks.com.
The friendly faces of Georgetown Animal Hospital back row: Dr. Debra Chalker, Dr. Ned Lodwick - front row: Dr. Joan Gish and staff.
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G EORGETOWN ANIMAL H OSPITAL “The Vet With a Heart” 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
(937) 378-6334
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Second generation takes over popular Batavia florist Batavia Floral Designs changed its name to Batavia Floral Creations and Gifts as it changed ownership and moved into its 25th year of business. Patrons of the family-owned business in Batavia hardly noticed a difference. Mary Lou Parrott, who opened the floral shop in 1987, decided it was time to
retire after building the business into one that has served residents for generations. “We pride ourselves in being a family florist,” Parrott said. Which is why she sold the business to her daughter Trisha Brasfield, who worked at the business for years. “She came to me and said ‘I
As the proud new owners of Batavia Floral Creations & Gifts, we would like to thank all of our friends and customers - new and old - for their continued support and look forward to servicing your floral needs for many years to come. Lee & Trisha Brasfield 229 E. Main Street, Batavia, Ohio 45103
www.BataviaFloralCreations.com
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can do this,’” Parrott said of Brasfield. “This is the way we have always pictured it.” Parrott said opening the floral shop years ago was an impulse. But with the help of Mickey Rammel and Julie Haglage, and a lot of hard work, the shop became successful. Batavia Floral Creations provides services for funerals and weddings and also sells arrangements, cards and gifts. Parrott said her favorite thing about the shop is that she has been able to get to know so many of her customers. “We have done people’s weddings and have now done their children’s wedding,” she said. “You become a part of their lives, I have enjoyed that more than anything.” Parrott said she started getting the feeling that it was time
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become more confident, healthy and connected. 1 in 5 people who come to the Y need our financial support. Last year, the Clermont Y provided over $30,000 in assistance because the Y believes in delivering lifechanging programs to all. This year, our goal is to raise $40,000 by March 29. How can you help? The Clermont Y is always in need of mentors, board members and volunteer coaches. If you are interested in getting involved in a most worthwhile organization, stop by the Clermont Y (2075 James E Sauls Sr. Drive) or visit our website www.myy.org.
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The 32 Senior Community located at St. Rt. 32 and Eastwood Rd. right next to the 32 Business Center will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary next year. They have served Brown County seniors by creating affordable housing that is fantastic. The 90 apartment units vary in size and cost. A 1 bedroom with no garage (720 sq. ft.) starts at $425 monthly and a 2 bedroom with a garage (1200 sq. ft.) starting at $600 monthly. They also have a deluxe version that is over 1500 sq. ft. Some of the units have been customized to suit the special needs of a new tenant. The 32 Senior Community is privately owned and is not income based, nor is it government housing. They are proud to acknowledge that the tenants have not had a base rent increase in 9 years of operation. Yes!, what they paid 9 years ago, they pay today. They also boast that they have very senior friendly housing. You may
Trisha Brasfield, right, took over Batavia Floral Designs in Batavia that her mother, Mary Lou Parrott, opened 24 years ago. for something else. And hav- been working as a floral ing Brasfield ready to take designer she has won several over made the decision even awards for her designs. easier. Brasfield said she changed “I’ve done what I had to do,” the name of the business Parrott said. “My life is to be slightly to reflect her personalcontinued.” ity and contribution to the Brasfield grew up around shop. the floral shop and studied floBatavia Floral Creations ral design when she was at and Gifts is located at 229 E. the University of Cincinnati. Main Street in Batavia. For After graduating, she was more information visit able to study under a design- www.bataviafloraldesigns.com. er in Arizona. Since she has
bring a family together, to providing a place for kids to go before and after school, or to simply offering a preschool program for working parents. The Clermont YMCA is a nonprofit organization that has provided programs for the Clermont County community and families since 1983. The Y runs its Annual Support campaign every year around this time. Our overall theme this year is: Support the efforts of the Y in your community…for their health, their potential, their future. We count on the generosity of the community, our boards and our members to help people of all ages and from all walks of life to
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The 32 Senior Community looks toward a 10 year anniversary
Clermont YMCA looks to provide a healthy lifestyle for all We all know that the Clermont YMCA is a place to exercise, but there’s a lot about the Y that our community may not know about. The Clermont YMCA achieves it mission through 3 areas of focus- healthy living, youth development and social responsibility. We strive to provide opportunities for all to access a healthier lifestyle, which can mean building a young child’s confidence and self-esteem through learning how to swim or going to camp, or providing a comfortable environment for an older adult who wants to keep active and healthy, or offering a variety of activities every day of the week that can
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ask: What is senior friendly? Here is a list that might help explain. 1. Slab floor plan (no steps.) 2. Parking and garages by the front door. 3. Garbage pick-up at the front door twice a week. 4. Mail boxes 30 ft. from front entry door. 5. 36” door opening throughout the unit. 6. Most bathrooms are ADA designed (walk-in shower) 7. Energy efficient HV/AC with insulation. 8. Stocked fishing pond for all tenants to enjoy. 9. Semi-gated. Jerry Seale is the acting manager of this facility and urges everyone to stop on by apartment #132 or call 937-444-1708 and he would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. The community’s goal is to maintain a clean, friendly, safe and peaceful environment for all tenants that reside at the 32 Senior Community.
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2 MONTHS FREE (WITH EXTENDED LEASE)
Seniors 50 and Older As Well As The Disabled
Eastwood Rd. and St. Rt. 32 • (937)
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Family owned and operated, Tecumseh Buildings has served the community for over 35 years... Tecumseh Buildings, Inc. is a family owned and operated business serving the
Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky region for over 35 years. We have taken great
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pride in adding beauty and value to our customer’s property with our full line of commercial and residential post frame buildings. Whether you are looking for a garage, storage, agricultural or an equestrian facility we can offer you cost savings and speed of construction when time is of the essence. We offer total construction services including project planning and budgeting, design, site work, foundation, building erection, interior finishing, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work.
We are also an authorized United Steel Structure contractor providing the best quality in a full line of steel buildings to serve our customers commercial project needs. At Tecumseh Buildings we take pride in our many satisfied customers and overtime development of trust with each customer. Our customers rely on us to serve on their behalf, ethically and responsibly. Since 1975, our philosophy has remained the same; to deliver quality construction, on time and in budget. Our commitment to
this has been proven by the fact that customers who work with us for one project return to Tecumseh Buildings for all of their future construction needs. We invite you to visit our office at 12338 Martin Alexander Rd Sardinia, Oh 45171. We will be happy to meet with you and inspect your building site. We offer free consultations and estimates. Call us for an appointment today at 1-877463-0359 or visit us at www.tecumsehbuildings.com.
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cation and community involvement. Chatfield has partnered with local businesses, such as LaRosa’s in Mt. Orab and the Cincinnati Cyclones, to provide scholarship opportunities to employees. In addition, the college hosts many activities, including its Annual Quilt and Craft Show,
Germanfest, and various musical concerts, that also draw people from surrounding counties. “I am so thrilled that Chatfield is part of our county, not only because of the educational opportunities they offer to Brown County residents and the surrounding counties, but also for everything they do to enrich our area,” said Cornette.
Members of the Chatfield Community take part in the ribbon cutting celebration for the rededication of historic St. Angela Hall.
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“They are good partners to the community, and it is wonderful to have a local college that is so engaged right in our own back yard.” Perhaps the most rewarding accomplishment of all, according to Tafaro, is that Chatfield saw record enrollment for the second year in a row. “In the past year, we served 476 women and men – a diverse collection of adult-learners and traditional-age students, with varied religious affiliations, from urban, suburban and rural backgrounds. That, of course, is the reason we exist at all – to fulfill our mission, to empower those who might best succeed within our supportive, small college experience. – and to help our students realize their dreams for a college education. Because big dreams do come true at Chatfield.”
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Sharefax Credit Union expands again! Sharefax Credit Union, which is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution, has just opened a new branch in Lebanon, Ohio. The credit union, which has been part of Greater Cincinnati for over 51 years, has now grown to five locations with over $280 million in assets. Sharefax offers a full range of financial services such as free checking, credit and debit cards, mortgage,
personal, and vehicle loans, free online banking, more than 3,000 nationwide surcharge-free ATMs, free bill payer, credit counseling, investment services, plus “best” rate guarantees on automobile loans and certificates with all deposits being federally insured up to $250,000. In addition, the credit union offers money market accounts, as well as debit cards, IRAs, and Health
Savings Accounts. Sharefax has also partnered with investment advisors Mackey Investment Advisors & L.M. Kohn & Co. to assist members in planning for their financial futures and with The Home Lending Source to offer VA, FHA, and reverse mortgage loans. Sharefax has expanded to include more than 25,750 members from more than 400 select employee groups as well as individuals who
live or work in Adams, Clermont, Hamilton, Butler, Warren, Brown, Clinton, Fayette, Highland, Greene, Preble, and Montgomery counties. Sharefax is dedicated to fulfilling the individual needs of its members by offering the finest service and most technologically advanced products available. The cooperative has developed a tremendous reputation for its community involvement
and commitment to its local roots. Sharefax is also part of a shared branching network of credit unions throughout the country. Sharefax members can make deposits and perform transactions at a credit union branch almost anywhere in the United States. For more information, please call Sharefax Credit Union at (513) 753-2440 or visit their website at www.sharefax.org.
Clermont Chamber of Commerce looks toward a successful 2012 On behalf of the Board I am pleased to report that the state of the Clermont Chamber of Commerce is strong. 2011 was a year of transition into economic recovery as we positioned the Chamber for another successful year. Much has been written about the state of the economy, so your Chamber began 2011 reviewing the results of the “Business Continuity Survey” conducted by the Chamber Board under the leadership of Sam Tuten, Chairman of the Board of Advisors. We wanted to know from our business community how their businesses were performing and what expectations they had for 2011. Survival, cautious optimism, and increased staffing in 2011 were terms associated with the responses. And so we began the year with a positive outlook, reinforced at the annual Economic Outlook Breakfast with Brian Beaulieau. He said the road ahead was economic recovery for 2011 and 2012, with
a flattening-out in 2013. Key indicators for business to monitor included employment growth, money supply, purchasing manager’s index, and retail sales to name a few. For our strategic initiatives of economic growth, advo-
cacy, and member benefits… it was a year of ‘firsts” along with expansion and alteration of our many programs, products and services. In collaboration with the Greater Cincinnati Homebuilders, we devel-
oped a partnership to present our first Homerama at Willows Bend in Miami Township. This partnership included Chambers in Loveland, Milford, Miami Township, Northeast Cincinnati, our Visitor’s Bureau, and Clermont
County. We introduced “Try It Local”, a voucher program to stimulate business with Clermont County companies. Our successful trade show, Clermont Experience included a keynote presentation from the Cincinnati
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Home Care helps keep seniors at home Elaine and Joe, originally from New York, moved to North Carolina after retiring. They were living their dream of retiring to the mountains, but it came to an abrupt end. After living there only four years, Joe suffered a devastating stroke and their daughter persuaded them to move here to be near family. Now Joe is homebound, and Elaine is his fulltime caregiver. When asked how she copes, she says, “I pray a lot. I thank God that Joe is not in pain. Things could be a lot worse, but if you try, you’ll find the good.” Both in their eighties, Elaine needs help in order to keep Joe at home. The couple receives homemaking and respite care from
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Clermont Senior Services, which allows Elaine time to go to the grocery and her own medical appointments. They use CSS transportation as well, since Joe must be transported in his wheelchair to medical appointments. They also receive help from family, caring friends and neighbors. Church friends come every two weeks and bring Communion. A neighbor, a retired policeman, takes out trash, changes light bulbs, and helps out in other ways. When Elaine had knee replacement surgery a few years ago, a volunteer, Beth Rawdon, did her grocery shopping. Beth is now the Manager of Transportation
and Nutrition for CSS. Elaine says Beth has a great crew. She and Beth continue to stay in touch and have been good friends for over five years. Sometimes Clermont Senior Services fills the gaps in services that families cannot provide, but for many elderly people CSS is the sole support and critical lifeline that keeps them in their own homes. Many seniors have families that live far away and cannot provide hands-on support. A nursing home might be a senior’s only option, if not for the programs of Clermont Senior Services. For more information on these and other services, please call 513-724-1255.
HealthSource of Ohio expands for a growing community HealthSource of Ohio was founded in 1976 to address the issue of access to primary health care. It is a private, not-for-profit Federally Qualified Community Health Center that serves Adams, Brown, Clermont, Clinton, Highland and Fayette counties in southwest Ohio. In 2009, HealthSource was awarded $9.7 million in federal stimulus funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to build two new replacement facilities in Clermont County. The two locations are New Richmond Family Practice and Eastgate Pediatrics. New Richmond will relocate to 100 River Valley Blvd.
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across from the New Richmond Library and will open its doors in February. In early April, Eastgate Pediatrics will relocate its current location at 4357 Ferguson Drive to 559 Old SR 74, located next to Child Focus in Mt. Carmel. HealthSource will also add family dental services later in the year. The two new facilities will allow for increased access to primary care services for the residents of these communities. HealthSource of Ohio offices accept Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance and we also offer a discounted fee program based upon family size and income.
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Teresa’s Doe-Boys pizzeria opens in New Richmond Pizza making has been in Teresa Davis’ family for decades. And with the help of family, friends and a generous landlord, Davis has taken a dive into the restaurant business in New Richmond. The decision to open her own pizzeria came as the result of a letter addressed to Donatos Pizza, the pizza company she was working for. The letter was from New Richmond council member Nick Wolf, who was looking to fill his vacant building on Walnut Street with another pizza restaurant. Angelo’s was previously at the location owned by Wolf and he sent letters to other local pizza restaurants to see if anyone would be interested in opening a pizzeria at his location. Davis said she read the letter and became interested. Not just because she had 10 years of experience at Donatos, but also because making pizza from
scratch was something natural for her family. “I told him I had not a dime to my name, but in my heart I wanted to do it,” Davis said about opening her own restaurant. Another factor influencing her decision was the organization Faith Chapel Ministries, of which she is a part. Davis said she wanted to open a pizza restaurant to help support abandoned women, children and foster children and provide a place for some of them to work. “I feel in my heart that we are going to fund it in a major way,” Davis said. So, with the help of her husband Tom and parents Walt and Kathleen Potter, Davis decided to quit her job at Donatos and open a restaurant using many of the recipes her parents used at their restaurant, Doe-Boys’ Pizza, from 1981-1991. “My recipe originated in 1952,” Walt Potter said. “We use all natural ingredients
on our pizza, everything is real.” Potter said his 55 years of experience making pizza, including the crust and sauce, from scratch, is what makes Doe-Boys’ pizza different from the rest. He has passed down these skills to Teresa and Tom, and Teresa’s DoeBoy’s Pizzeria opened Oct. 12. Since then the family has been working to perfect the recipes to make them taste like the original every time. Their pizzeria offers a variety of products, most with football-related names because it is the Davis’ favorite sport. They have pizza pies ranging from barbecue chicken to veggie and also have hoagies, wings, salads and sides. “It’s awesome,” Davis said about being able to open the business. “The transition has been difficult but I’m getting there.” Davis said she has been
Tom and Teresa Davis and Teresa’s father Walter Potter stand outside their recently opened pizzeria, Teresa’s Doe-Boys’ Pizzeria, in New Richmond. working to build relationships in the community and is looking to provide pizza for school lunches and more. In addition, she is working to determine exactly how she will contribute to Faith Chapel Ministries once the business grows. She said she hopes the business can contribute financially to the ministry and also wants to individually help the women and foster children who have aged
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boasting an all weather exposure. A few years ago this product was almost unheard of; today wood has needed to take the back seat and poly vinyl wins the race hands down. Check out the new inventory soon! New styles of interior décor and furniture are in as well. A dark maple Legacy bedroom suite received raves at the recent Cincinnati Home and Garden Show. Gift items in the line of Signature stoneware, lanterns, graniteware, textiles; the list goes on and on.
Mini barns, garden sheds, and even a gazebo shaped styled garden shed are being brought to their lot daily. Besides the wood, metal, vinyl buildings offered, they now boast a mini barn with painted side walls, shingle roof. An attractive rent to own program makes the purchase one you cannot afford to miss. For the serious economizer, there are pre-owned models on the lot as well, doubtlessly exactly what you would have ordered new, and at a most affordable price! Setting itself apart from
notorious “junk emails” this business offers weekly emails to let you know whether there’s a new barn, or a new cookie, weekly deli specials, or bakery trivia, photos, or whether the daffodils are blooming, or one of the staff is abroad…It’s kind of like a letter you’d from your expect Homeplace…Drop them an email if you’d like to stay on top of their news: thehomeplace@emypeople.net. They’re not offended if you unsubscribe either. Making sure you get what you want is what The Home Place is about.
out of the system. “My vision is, once they are reformed, they need to work,” she said. “One of the reasons I opened is to offer that place of work.” Teresa’s Doe-Boy’s Pizzeria is located at 412 Walnut Street in New Richmond and they offer pick-up, delivery and dine-in services. For more information about the restaurant call (513) 553-1800.
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The Home Place promises the tried and true values you’ve come to expect. However, they seem to be in a constant mode of adding new bits and pieces in a way that keeps us wondering as to “what next?” In response to customer requests and interest there are a few new bakery items you can expect on given days of the week: 100% whole wheat bread, all natural, made with honey, ( no sugar); nutrition facts included; mixed, kneaded and baked in house. Flavored crème horns like red raspberry / cream, or mocha/cream…What more could one wish for? Snickerdoodles. Cookies packaged in baker’s dozen. Their granola is becoming a wholesale item, available in more and more southern Ohio food stores. And if you’re visiting for the first time, make sure you tell them; because there’s a
free little sample bag of granola going home with you. They have got to be the grand central of dried fruits. Here’s the list today, tomorrow’s may be even longer: strawberries, raspberry flavored cranberries, peaches, p e a r s , bananas, r a i s i n s , prunes, nectarines, kiwi, cherries, cranb e r r i e s , pineapple, blueberries, apples, sundried tomatoes. Whey-low is an all-natural sugar, low glycemic index, manufactured from whey, being offered in granulated, powdered, and brown. This product is diabetic friendly and excellent for baking.
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To date, THP offers oatmeal raisin cookies baked with this product, with hopefully more coming soon.
In the deli look for Yoder’s Country Ham. It is available in ends and pieces, pieces precut ready for frying alongside the brown, homegrown eggs they offer, or deli sliced for sandwich-
es. This is a specialty old fashioned ham that has long been recognized as a trademark in country hams. Sandwiches continue to be offered on their own whole wheat, white or herb/cheese breads. The herb/cheese bread is a special creation that’s been offered at local Meranda / Nixon winery since its beginning; and many of those connoisseurs have learned to look for it here as well. BBQ season is around the corner. Barbecued baby back ribs are back! Look for them on Fridays, beginning in April. Stay
tuned to their ads for the final dates, or subscribe to their weekly emails, details below. Rumor has it that barbecued chicken will follow the ribs… Speaking of rumors. There is that probability that “bulk foods” will be the next new arrival. Spices, flours, gluten free products and whoknowswhatallelse are crowding in at the door. Here’s a suggestion: If there is a certain product you cannot live without, speak to the proprietors of The Home Place. They’ve been known to listen to their customers. Just maybe. New styles, colors and prices on popular poly vinyl lawn furniture arriving soon! Again, Ohio made, and manufactured out of recycled plastics like your milk jugs and pop bottles. Maintenance free and continued on page 19
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Anthony A. Kamp DMD, MSD Dr. Kamp is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. He has been practicing Pediatric Dentistry since 1987. Some of his specific interests have focused on prevention of dental cavities, infant care, and Magic to entertain his patients during their office
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returned to the Cincinnati area. He worked at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital as a clinician and Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Kamp has a private practice in Milford, Ohio.
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Reds CEO Bob Castellini and included a “Taste of Clermont”. We also formed the Clermont County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, an affiliate organization of the Chamber established to deliver capacity building activities including leadership development, organizational development, asset development, and community linkages through education/training programs, events, and other charitable acts. Our first projects include continuation of Lead Clermont and the Salute to Leaders programs. These activities have forged new relationships with the Clermont County Township Association and established new partnerships with governmental agencies and community based organizations. Ballot issues activities included support for a Senior Services and City of Milford EMS/Fire levy
tax levy’s that both passed; we also endorse d the West Clermont Schools operating levy and Issue 2 - collective bargaining reform. We maintained our focus on highway accessibility and transportation, and are pleased with the announcements of the expansion of Total Quality Logistics with construction of a second professional office building and the addition of up to 1,000 employees within five years. Tata Consultancy Services reported additional hiring that grew employment to over 450; Global Scrap Management announced their relocation to the former Ford plant in Batavia Township, occupying 100,000 sq. ft.with options to triple occupied space. In the Eastgate area, Jungle Jims is moving swiftly towards a 2012 opening, and along with tenants in the facility we expect employment to exceed 500 at full build out. Lastly, General Data
in Union Township was awarded a State of Ohio Job Creation Tax Credit for a $3.8 million expansion project that will create 39 additional jobs. In 2011 we welcomed to the Board of Directors Randy Cooper of The Myers Y. Cooper Company, Amar Naga from Tata Consulting Services, Patricia Pryor with Jackson Lewis LLP, Jim Watson of McGill Smith Punshon Inc., and David Smith from the Melink Co. We also thank retiring Board members Chip Gerhardt with Government Strategies Group LLC, Kraig Gordon of Gordon Construction, and Jennifer Porter with Holiday Inn & Suites Cincinnati Eastgate for their many hours of service to Clermont County. The work ahead includes strengthening the Clermont County economic climate, and now more than ever before we need participation to achieve this mission. To the business commu-
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Get ready for a new experience at “Your Dollar Store” There's a new dollar store in town, but it's not like any dollar store you've seen before. Your Dollar Store, located in Eastgate near the Golden Corral restaurant on Glen Este Withamsville Road, was designed by its owners to create a more pleasant, positive shopping experience. "It's an independent dollar
store," store owner Drena Francis said. "It's not like other dollar stores, the difference is in the quality of the product, and that it's organized and clean." Drena Francis and her husband Mike opened Your Dollar Store in December of last year, and they have taken pains to ensure that they provide the highest
quality products and shopping experience possible for their customers. The building itself is new and clean, and Drena and her husband have researched their suppliers and manufacturers. The store carries some name brand products, and you can special order products. Your Dollar Store carries just about anything you will find yourself in need of, from housewares and hardware to health and beauty items and office supplies. The store carries scrapbooking materials, greeting cards 2 for a dollar, pet food, toys and
comic books. "Everything is a dollar," Francis said. "It's a complete store, with everything that you need". The store also features a large and growing selection of jewelry. Francis said that the jewelry line has been very well received by her customers. "Our spring items will be coming in this month," she said. "They will include a large selection of flowers, gardening, flower and vegetable seeds, summer toys and flip flops." Come visit the Easter Bunny and have your picture
taken. Bunny hours are Friday March 23rd, 30th and April 6th from 5pm - 7pm, and Saturday March 24th, 31st and April 7th from 2pm 5pm. Your Dollar Store is also giving away three 5day/4night Carribbean cruises for two. Customers may register for the give-aways at the store, and no purchase is necessary to enter or win. The cruises have a $1,700 value. Your Dollar Store is open 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 12 - 6 p.m. Sunday.
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Library patrons could hardly find a parking spot at the grand opening of the new Union Township branch of the Clermont County Library Jan. 29, a turnout library officials were thrilled about. “The fact that so many people came out today shows why we needed a large branch,” Joseph Braun, president of the library board, said about the opening. Braun said he was blown away by the attendance, which climbed past 1,000 people before 2 p.m. The grand opening featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, a puppet show, live music, refreshments and library tours every 15 minutes. “It means a lot to the community,” David Mezack, executive director of Clermont County Public Library said. “The community has waited a long time for the branch to be built.”
The location, which was formerly Ryan’s Steakhouse, was purchased in June 2010, and construction on the new library began in 2011. The new location was designed to create more space and offer additional amenities compared to the previous branch location on Mt. Carmel-Tobasco Road. The total cost of the library was $5,323,810, which was less than the original $6 million budget. Braun said the library, which was designed by KBA Architects and decorated by Library Design Associates, resembles nature. From the swell-like ceilings to the outdoor-themed decor, the library borrows the scenery of the nature center, which is also located in the county. In addition to a crisp atmosphere, the library is more than 20,000 square feet and offers a variety of seating options, desks and
work space, with plenty of outlets for laptop computers and accessories. The collection at the library features 51,225 books, more than 1,000 audiovisual materials, hundreds of periodicals as well as maps, language materials and more. There are two dozen computers and several print stations where residents can utilize computer programs, internet access and educational programs. There is also a large children’s section, activity room and meeting room at the facility. “It’s more kid-friendly,” Michelle Marino, of Amelia, said about the library. “There are more activities for them and it is more engaging.” “I think it reflects the support the community has for their library system,” Mezack said about the turnout for the grand opening. “And it reflects the need for a library system.”
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2011 A noteworthy year for Chatfield College 2011 was a significant year for Chatfield College in several critical areas. One of the most noteworthy accomplishments was receiving ten-year reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission – the maximum possible time frame that accreditation can be extended. The reaccreditation followed a visit from a team of evaluators from colleges across the country for a comprehensive evaluation. The team visit was the culmination of a rigorous selfstudy process lasting more than two years, during which Chatfield College addressed the Commission’s requirements and criteria for accreditation. At the conclusion of the March visit, the team recommended Chatfield’s reaccreditation. According to John Tafaro, President, one of the most gratifying aspects of the reaccreditation experience was the way the community rallied on the college’s behalf. “Our board, administration, faculty, alumni, and students, came out in droves to help tell the Chatfield story,” said Tafaro. “But most gratifying of all was the show of support we received from the Brown County community. Our neighbors, friends, and business partners throughout the community came out to participate in one of our community coffees and meet the HLC team.” Another significant event of the past year was the rededication and celebration of St. Angela Hall. Chatfield friends, supporters, students, faculty, staff, board members, and several Brown County Ursuline sis-
ters took part in the celebration. St. Angela Hall was built in 1861 by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and still stands today as an amazing piece of history. St. Angela Hall has been used as a residence for priests and the Ursuline of Brown County sisters, as well as a dormitory for the Ursuline Boarding School. After its renovation, made possible in part through sponsorships, community support and volunteers, St. Angela Hall began life anew as the main administration building for Chatfield College. St. Angela Hall now houses the president’s office, development and alumni relations office, and the marketing and communications staff. Renovations to St. Angela Hall were made possible in part through contributions from Duke Energy, Kent Shaw Interior Design, Kibbler Lumber, MSA Architects, Ohio Valley Flooring, ProSource and River City Furniture. Sponsors of the Re-dedication Celebration included National Bank & Trust (Presenting Sponsor); The Hauser Group; M. Kathryn Green, CPA; Anonymous; Holtman's Donuts and the Coca-Cola Company. “The re-dedication and renovation of St. Angela Hall was a wonderful example of a total community effort. It could not have been done without the hard work of volunteers from National Bank and Trust, Clermont Northeastern Junior High, and other members of the community who came out to participate in the renovation efforts,” said Tafaro. “The results are incredible, and
we are grateful to have such a beautiful, historic structure as our new administration building.” The end of 2011 brought yet another momentous event for Chatfield. The Brown County Chamber of Commerce named Chatfield College as the recipient of the 2011 Peter Drucker Award, the highest honor the Brown County Chamber gives to a business and its staff. The Drucker Award is named for the late Peter Drucker, a renowned business consultant, prolific writer and lecturer also known as the father of modern management. The Chamber presents the
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Historic St. Angela Hall. award each year to honor a Brown County business or individual who has shown exemplary management skills. According to Kelly Cornette, president of the Brown County Chamber and
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Anticipation for the new the American food and naturJungle Jim’s International al foods section. On the right Market to open in Eastgate is side of the store they will be growing daily. What’s going able to experience a variety to be inside? How big does of cultural foods in the interthe store look? What special- national section. Included in ty items will they carry? How this area is an entire section will it be decorated and, of dedicated to hot sauce. There will also be a candy course, when will it open? Questions are being direct- shop, deli and bakery in the ed to Jungle Jim’s Facebook store with the seafood secpage, neighboring store own- tion toward the back of the ers, local government offi- store. Close to dairy, the produce cials and anyone associated with the international market. section will also be similar to And while some of these Jungle Jim’s Fairfield locaquestions can be answered, tion, food stands filled with many are being kept a secret fresh, and rare fruits and vegas progress is made inside etables will span a wide area. And finally, the back left and outside the old Biggs Place shopping center in area of the store is where the l arge beer and wine section Union Township. What can be said, is will be. A huge room will house progress on the store is steady, and new things are cold beer and there will be a tasting bar. The wine section being added daily. “Now that everything has will have dozens of wine settled in, we’re really ready racks with a variety of wines, to start pushing hard,” Phill in addition to a fine wine celAdams, developmental direc- lar created from mostly recytor of the Eastgate location, cled materials. There will also be a cigar shop and humidor, said. Adams said they are begin- and a second entrance and ning to put the design plan exit in the section. Section managers will work into action, and the innards of the super market are taking to bring in the wide variety of foods and product into their form. The entrance and exit are section, so when people ask well laid out, designed to min- “Do you carry this?” they imize traffic and keep things have an answer, and most of the time will be yes, because flowing. Close to the front, the the selection at Jungle Jim’s structures of the restrooms is expansive. Putting things in place and are up, and while Adams can’t disclose the details of decorating will be the final the restrooms, he said they steps, and will be when most of the Jungle flair will come will be something special. Near the restrooms there out. “Jungle Jim” and other will also be a movie theater where guests can watch the employees have worked hard evolution of Jungle Jim’s to find many of the fun decoInternational Market, which rations and larger-than-life was originally a road-side accessories that make the market founded by owner store interesting and fun. And like the Fairfield location, Jim Bonaminio in 1974. Moving into the store, each piece will have a story. “The sensory overload in guests will be directed into
both stores is going to be phenomenal,” Adams said. In addition, Adams said, the store is designed to flow smoothly for both customers and employees. Jungle-themed walls are being installed to help separate sections and if guests are ever wondering where they are, they can simply look up to find color-coded ceiling paint over different sections of the store. And even though purchasing the former Biggs Place location has turned into a lot of work, Adams said they knew what they were getting into, and are glad that they selected the Union Township location as Jungle Jim’s second market. He said Union Township administrators have been fantastic working with the company not only by offering incentives for them to locate in the township, but also by working with them on transportation plans, parking and more. Union Township officials have already made improvements to Aicholtz Road, which runs behind Jungle Jim’s, so it can handle delivery truck traffic to the back of the store. With the announcement that Union Township will be gaining even more business from expanding Total Quality Logistics, Adams is confident they chose the right location and is excited for the new market to be up in running. “This is about to burst,” Adams said about the Union Township area. “The excitement, the frenzy, I think there is more coming.” Find out more about this extraordinary market at www.junglejims.com
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Grant Career Center provides training with an eye toward the future With a constant eye towards the future of Clermont County and keeping in step with current trends, Grant Career Center offers a variety of career and technical education programs with handson training in specialized fields. In 1976 Grant Career Center opened its doors to the community. The Career Center is easily accessible just west of the town of Bethel on State Route 125. The campus consists of a one-building school housing academic areas, career training classrooms and labs and is surrounded by 41 acres, much of which is landscaped and maintained by the horticultural students and the staff maintenance crew. The Career Center provides area juniors and seniors with hands-on career training in specialized fields. The Career Center offers
thirteen career-training options to high school juniors and seniors of the Bethel-Tate, FelicityFranklin, New Richmond and Williamsburg school districts. Along with the high school training, Grant also offers full-time adult career training classes, and a wide variety of part-time special interest and career tion, students receive their high school diploma from their home schools. Students participate in related Career Training Youth Organizations which prepare them for the workforce through competitive events that promote mastery of their skills and teach them valuable communication and social skills for the work place. Students have the opportunity to compete at the local, state and national levels where they have brought back numerous awards in the past decade. Numerous national titles belong to students of
Grant Career Center. The career training programs are continuously updating their standards to meet the needs of business and industry in the global marketplace. Students have the chance to learn and to perfect their skills on industry-ready equipment and the most recent software editions. New this year is a Metal Fabrication building where students have space to work on fabrication projects and receive training for jobs in the pipeline industry. Student training on a daily basis is consistent with industry standards;
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many labs and shops are run as actual businesses. Students gain additional experience through industry-based internships and apprenticeship programs by actually spending time with mentors in the field of their choice. At the completion of their career training program, students are encouraged to continue their training at local colleges and universities and then enter local community workforces. Each year, the percentage of students seeking additional training increases. Students reach higher levels of success with addi-
tional training and make greater contributions to our county. “The Career Center believes its contributions to the progress of Clermont County are secure and the future is in the capable hands of our graduates,” states Pam McKinney, Public Relations Director. “Students are working and living in Clermont County and our strengthening our communities.” Visit our website at www.grantcareer.com for more information on our programs and facilities.
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SSCC embraces new vision to be a First-Choice College
SSCC embraces new vision to be a First-Choice College
Southern State Community College is reinventing itself in just about every way possible – new degrees, new academic calendar, new brand and new campuses. At the dawn of 2011, the college emerged with a bright new vision: to become a “FirstChoice College.” With that vision comes some bold new steps. Check out what’s been happening over the year… NEW CAMPUSES Southern State moved forward on plans to expand the college’s services by pursuing land acquisition in Adams and Brown counties. The college’s Board of Trustees approved two resolutions during their Nov. 2 regular meeting—to accept a donation of land in Adams County, and to approve a contract to purchase land in Brown County.
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The land in Adams County is a 19-acre parcel located on Moores Road near State Route 32 in Seaman, while the land in Brown County is a 63-acre parcel located at the junction of State Route 32 and Brooks Malott Road in Mt. Orab. “We knew the board had an interest in expanding into Adams County,” said Dr. Kevin Boys, SSCC president. “Prior to launching into this, we needed to complete an assessment of our current facilities. That led to a detailed facilities assessment by KZF Design, an architectural group in Cincinnati, which identified several needs on all four Southern State campus locations. The most notable and biggest surprise was the revelation that South Campus in Fincastle needed approximately $3 million in rein-
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vestment to bring the facil- Adams County Dialysis be used for other purposities up to present stan- Center, and North Adams es. dards. “We have had discusHigh School. “That’s what got us think“The site in Seaman sions with government offiing about a replacement offers potential partner- cials about potential uses for our curof the building rent South and site. Campus as a Furthermore, way to prothe South vide more Campus houses the access to Appalachian more people G a t e w a y in Brown Center and County, while we’d like to still maintainseek partnering our focus on expanding ships in order into Adams to keep tradiCounty as tional arts and well,” he culture a sigsaid. nificant piece Following of that locathe facilities Dr. Kevin Boys (far left), president of Southern State tion. There is assessment, Community College with members of the college’s the potential to the college Board of Trustees: (l-r) Paul Hall of Brown County, keep Southern worked with Rory Ryan of Adams County and Larry Anderson of State’s art CEBRES, a Adams County. classes on real estate that site. Arts consultancy are a crucial firm in Cincinnati, to thor- ships with the local school part of the college experioughly investigate different district, Adams County ence and we’re very comRegional Medical Center, mitted to that.” site possibilities. In Brown County, the and other nearby facilities Jim Buck, SSCC Vice market analysis identified for mutual efficiencies,” President of Business and Mt. Orab—specifically the said Dr. Boys. “While the Finance, explained that the State Route market analysis numbers financing plan for the cam32/Appalachian Highway showed three good loca- pus expansions does not area—as the prime loca- tions, there could be good rely on a tuition increase, tion based on population synergy for us to be in the rather on the projected centers and accessibility. Seaman community that’s increase in enrollment In Adams County, the greater than what the num- once the campuses are analysis numbers were bers show.” open. Construction costs more evenly distributed As for the current SSCC at Mt. Orab are estimated among three sites: West South Campus near at approximately $7 milUnion, Seaman and Fincastle, Dr. Boys lion, with the Seaman proPeebles. The Seaman site explained that while it will ject coming in at around $4 became a compelling be “unfeasible to continue million. Buck said that choice for numerous rea- it as a Southern State cam- those costs will be sons: the land had been pus, we hope to repurpose financed through the sale offered as a donation; it it for some other communi- of bonds and a major capihas close proximity to SR ty service. As a campus tal campaign. 32; and it lies adjacent to site, it isn’t feasible NEW DEGREES - Have Adams County Regional because of its proximity to an interest in Medical Center, Adams Mt. Orab and Seaman. But E l e c t r o m e c h a n i c a l County Cancer Center, the building and site could continued on page 15
E n g i n e e r i n g , Entrepreneurship, Food Processing and Technology, or Health Information Technology? You’re in luck. Four new associate degrees have been added to Southern State’s slate of academic offerings. Here’s a little background info on each: · Electromechanical Engineers work in various engineering and manufacturing companies using the principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics. They ma y prepare specifications for materials, test for quality control, study ways to improve manufacturing efficiency, supervise production workers, work as field representatives, install and repair technical equipment, or write repair and operation manuals. · Entrepreneurship is the act of becoming an entrepreneur. It is however, more than just starting a business. It is a process through which people recognize an opportunity and pursue that opportunity by acting pro-actively, building networks, leveraging resources, and taking calculated risks to create value. · Food Processing and Technology is a diverse discipline which requires a combined understanding of many sub-disciplines within the field. The exact nature of the profession is dictated by the area of specialization the individual chooses. The options available to a two-year degree recipient include entry level positions with
governmental agencies, technical assistance and/or sales positions with the agri-chemical industry or the horticulture industry. · Southern State has entered into a partnership with Marion Technical College to offer the Health Information Technology program. This program will enable students to take classes at Southern State toward an AAS degree in Health Information Technology from Marion Technical College. Financial Aid and scholar ships are offered through Marion Technical College. Health information management professionals play a critical role in maintaining, collecting and analyzing the data that doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers rely on to deliver quality healthcare. They are experts in managing patient health information and medical records, administering computer information systems and coding the diagnosis and procedures for healthcare services provided to patients. NEW ACADEMIC CALENDAR - Southern State will change its academic calendar from the quarter system to the semester system, effective Fall 2012. This transition will align Southern State's calendar with other public colleges and universities in Ohio as well as other higher education institutions across the United States. Southern State will be moving from the current three 10-week quarters (with an additional week for final exams) to two 15-
week semesters (with an additional week for final exams). What does this mean for our students? · No Loss of Credits. Credits earned by you in your chosen program before the semester conversion will be applied after the conversion. · No Extended Time to Graduation. If you are on track to complete your degree within a certain timeframe at the point of semester conversion and follow your advisor's recommendations, you will be able to complete your degree and graduate on time. · No Increased Costs. You annual tuition fees will not be greater for a two-semester academic year than for the threequarter academic year system. Please note, that the College may implement annual tuition increases as authorized by the Board of Trustees. NEW BRAND - In October, the Southern State communications team announced that they would be launching a major project involving the rethinking of the Southern State image. The first large task force meeting was held Oct. 28 and yielded some unique and courageous perspectives on how the college should present itself in 2012 and beyond. Unanimously, the group, representing faculty, staff, administration, students, and community members, agreed that it is time for an image overhaul and committed to working on building the best brand promise and identity possi-
ble. The first phase of the project is underway and includes a number of specific surveys aimed at assisting the college in identifying strengths. Evidence suggests that it is the discovery/defining (research) phases which determine the success of the overall project. Our own research into executing this particular part of the project suggests that colleges often spend tens of thousands of dollars on such surveys. The team is particularly proud of their ingenuity in using existing resources to avoid such
steep financial commitments yet execute a topnotch discovery/design phase of the overall project. Using the college’s inhouse talent and established contractual relationship with Hanover Research, the estimated savings based on comparison from other institutions hiring consulting firms is $60,000-$70,000. A dedicated webpage supports a two-way communication exchange for this project. To follow the project or to learn more, visit www.sscc.edu/rebrand.
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SSCC embraces new vision to be a First-Choice College
SSCC embraces new vision to be a First-Choice College
Southern State Community College is reinventing itself in just about every way possible – new degrees, new academic calendar, new brand and new campuses. At the dawn of 2011, the college emerged with a bright new vision: to become a “FirstChoice College.” With that vision comes some bold new steps. Check out what’s been happening over the year… NEW CAMPUSES Southern State moved forward on plans to expand the college’s services by pursuing land acquisition in Adams and Brown counties. The college’s Board of Trustees approved two resolutions during their Nov. 2 regular meeting—to accept a donation of land in Adams County, and to approve a contract to purchase land in Brown County.
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The land in Adams County is a 19-acre parcel located on Moores Road near State Route 32 in Seaman, while the land in Brown County is a 63-acre parcel located at the junction of State Route 32 and Brooks Malott Road in Mt. Orab. “We knew the board had an interest in expanding into Adams County,” said Dr. Kevin Boys, SSCC president. “Prior to launching into this, we needed to complete an assessment of our current facilities. That led to a detailed facilities assessment by KZF Design, an architectural group in Cincinnati, which identified several needs on all four Southern State campus locations. The most notable and biggest surprise was the revelation that South Campus in Fincastle needed approximately $3 million in rein-
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vestment to bring the facil- Adams County Dialysis be used for other purposities up to present stan- Center, and North Adams es. dards. “We have had discusHigh School. “That’s what got us think“The site in Seaman sions with government offiing about a replacement offers potential partner- cials about potential uses for our curof the building rent South and site. Campus as a Furthermore, way to prothe South vide more Campus houses the access to Appalachian more people G a t e w a y in Brown Center and County, while we’d like to still maintainseek partnering our focus on expanding ships in order into Adams to keep tradiCounty as tional arts and well,” he culture a sigsaid. nificant piece Following of that locathe facilities Dr. Kevin Boys (far left), president of Southern State tion. There is assessment, Community College with members of the college’s the potential to the college Board of Trustees: (l-r) Paul Hall of Brown County, keep Southern worked with Rory Ryan of Adams County and Larry Anderson of State’s art CEBRES, a Adams County. classes on real estate that site. Arts consultancy are a crucial firm in Cincinnati, to thor- ships with the local school part of the college experioughly investigate different district, Adams County ence and we’re very comRegional Medical Center, mitted to that.” site possibilities. In Brown County, the and other nearby facilities Jim Buck, SSCC Vice market analysis identified for mutual efficiencies,” President of Business and Mt. Orab—specifically the said Dr. Boys. “While the Finance, explained that the State Route market analysis numbers financing plan for the cam32/Appalachian Highway showed three good loca- pus expansions does not area—as the prime loca- tions, there could be good rely on a tuition increase, tion based on population synergy for us to be in the rather on the projected centers and accessibility. Seaman community that’s increase in enrollment In Adams County, the greater than what the num- once the campuses are analysis numbers were bers show.” open. Construction costs more evenly distributed As for the current SSCC at Mt. Orab are estimated among three sites: West South Campus near at approximately $7 milUnion, Seaman and Fincastle, Dr. Boys lion, with the Seaman proPeebles. The Seaman site explained that while it will ject coming in at around $4 became a compelling be “unfeasible to continue million. Buck said that choice for numerous rea- it as a Southern State cam- those costs will be sons: the land had been pus, we hope to repurpose financed through the sale offered as a donation; it it for some other communi- of bonds and a major capihas close proximity to SR ty service. As a campus tal campaign. 32; and it lies adjacent to site, it isn’t feasible NEW DEGREES - Have Adams County Regional because of its proximity to an interest in Medical Center, Adams Mt. Orab and Seaman. But E l e c t r o m e c h a n i c a l County Cancer Center, the building and site could continued on page 15
E n g i n e e r i n g , Entrepreneurship, Food Processing and Technology, or Health Information Technology? You’re in luck. Four new associate degrees have been added to Southern State’s slate of academic offerings. Here’s a little background info on each: · Electromechanical Engineers work in various engineering and manufacturing companies using the principles and theories of science, engineering, and mathematics. They ma y prepare specifications for materials, test for quality control, study ways to improve manufacturing efficiency, supervise production workers, work as field representatives, install and repair technical equipment, or write repair and operation manuals. · Entrepreneurship is the act of becoming an entrepreneur. It is however, more than just starting a business. It is a process through which people recognize an opportunity and pursue that opportunity by acting pro-actively, building networks, leveraging resources, and taking calculated risks to create value. · Food Processing and Technology is a diverse discipline which requires a combined understanding of many sub-disciplines within the field. The exact nature of the profession is dictated by the area of specialization the individual chooses. The options available to a two-year degree recipient include entry level positions with
governmental agencies, technical assistance and/or sales positions with the agri-chemical industry or the horticulture industry. · Southern State has entered into a partnership with Marion Technical College to offer the Health Information Technology program. This program will enable students to take classes at Southern State toward an AAS degree in Health Information Technology from Marion Technical College. Financial Aid and scholar ships are offered through Marion Technical College. Health information management professionals play a critical role in maintaining, collecting and analyzing the data that doctors, nurses and other healthcare providers rely on to deliver quality healthcare. They are experts in managing patient health information and medical records, administering computer information systems and coding the diagnosis and procedures for healthcare services provided to patients. NEW ACADEMIC CALENDAR - Southern State will change its academic calendar from the quarter system to the semester system, effective Fall 2012. This transition will align Southern State's calendar with other public colleges and universities in Ohio as well as other higher education institutions across the United States. Southern State will be moving from the current three 10-week quarters (with an additional week for final exams) to two 15-
week semesters (with an additional week for final exams). What does this mean for our students? · No Loss of Credits. Credits earned by you in your chosen program before the semester conversion will be applied after the conversion. · No Extended Time to Graduation. If you are on track to complete your degree within a certain timeframe at the point of semester conversion and follow your advisor's recommendations, you will be able to complete your degree and graduate on time. · No Increased Costs. You annual tuition fees will not be greater for a two-semester academic year than for the threequarter academic year system. Please note, that the College may implement annual tuition increases as authorized by the Board of Trustees. NEW BRAND - In October, the Southern State communications team announced that they would be launching a major project involving the rethinking of the Southern State image. The first large task force meeting was held Oct. 28 and yielded some unique and courageous perspectives on how the college should present itself in 2012 and beyond. Unanimously, the group, representing faculty, staff, administration, students, and community members, agreed that it is time for an image overhaul and committed to working on building the best brand promise and identity possi-
ble. The first phase of the project is underway and includes a number of specific surveys aimed at assisting the college in identifying strengths. Evidence suggests that it is the discovery/defining (research) phases which determine the success of the overall project. Our own research into executing this particular part of the project suggests that colleges often spend tens of thousands of dollars on such surveys. The team is particularly proud of their ingenuity in using existing resources to avoid such
steep financial commitments yet execute a topnotch discovery/design phase of the overall project. Using the college’s inhouse talent and established contractual relationship with Hanover Research, the estimated savings based on comparison from other institutions hiring consulting firms is $60,000-$70,000. A dedicated webpage supports a two-way communication exchange for this project. To follow the project or to learn more, visit www.sscc.edu/rebrand.
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Anticipation building in Eastgate as work at Jungle Jim’s progresses
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Anticipation for the new the American food and naturJungle Jim’s International al foods section. On the right Market to open in Eastgate is side of the store they will be growing daily. What’s going able to experience a variety to be inside? How big does of cultural foods in the interthe store look? What special- national section. Included in ty items will they carry? How this area is an entire section will it be decorated and, of dedicated to hot sauce. There will also be a candy course, when will it open? Questions are being direct- shop, deli and bakery in the ed to Jungle Jim’s Facebook store with the seafood secpage, neighboring store own- tion toward the back of the ers, local government offi- store. Close to dairy, the produce cials and anyone associated with the international market. section will also be similar to And while some of these Jungle Jim’s Fairfield locaquestions can be answered, tion, food stands filled with many are being kept a secret fresh, and rare fruits and vegas progress is made inside etables will span a wide area. And finally, the back left and outside the old Biggs Place shopping center in area of the store is where the l arge beer and wine section Union Township. What can be said, is will be. A huge room will house progress on the store is steady, and new things are cold beer and there will be a tasting bar. The wine section being added daily. “Now that everything has will have dozens of wine settled in, we’re really ready racks with a variety of wines, to start pushing hard,” Phill in addition to a fine wine celAdams, developmental direc- lar created from mostly recytor of the Eastgate location, cled materials. There will also be a cigar shop and humidor, said. Adams said they are begin- and a second entrance and ning to put the design plan exit in the section. Section managers will work into action, and the innards of the super market are taking to bring in the wide variety of foods and product into their form. The entrance and exit are section, so when people ask well laid out, designed to min- “Do you carry this?” they imize traffic and keep things have an answer, and most of the time will be yes, because flowing. Close to the front, the the selection at Jungle Jim’s structures of the restrooms is expansive. Putting things in place and are up, and while Adams can’t disclose the details of decorating will be the final the restrooms, he said they steps, and will be when most of the Jungle flair will come will be something special. Near the restrooms there out. “Jungle Jim” and other will also be a movie theater where guests can watch the employees have worked hard evolution of Jungle Jim’s to find many of the fun decoInternational Market, which rations and larger-than-life was originally a road-side accessories that make the market founded by owner store interesting and fun. And like the Fairfield location, Jim Bonaminio in 1974. Moving into the store, each piece will have a story. “The sensory overload in guests will be directed into
both stores is going to be phenomenal,” Adams said. In addition, Adams said, the store is designed to flow smoothly for both customers and employees. Jungle-themed walls are being installed to help separate sections and if guests are ever wondering where they are, they can simply look up to find color-coded ceiling paint over different sections of the store. And even though purchasing the former Biggs Place location has turned into a lot of work, Adams said they knew what they were getting into, and are glad that they selected the Union Township location as Jungle Jim’s second market. He said Union Township administrators have been fantastic working with the company not only by offering incentives for them to locate in the township, but also by working with them on transportation plans, parking and more. Union Township officials have already made improvements to Aicholtz Road, which runs behind Jungle Jim’s, so it can handle delivery truck traffic to the back of the store. With the announcement that Union Township will be gaining even more business from expanding Total Quality Logistics, Adams is confident they chose the right location and is excited for the new market to be up in running. “This is about to burst,” Adams said about the Union Township area. “The excitement, the frenzy, I think there is more coming.” Find out more about this extraordinary market at www.junglejims.com
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Grant Career Center provides training with an eye toward the future With a constant eye towards the future of Clermont County and keeping in step with current trends, Grant Career Center offers a variety of career and technical education programs with handson training in specialized fields. In 1976 Grant Career Center opened its doors to the community. The Career Center is easily accessible just west of the town of Bethel on State Route 125. The campus consists of a one-building school housing academic areas, career training classrooms and labs and is surrounded by 41 acres, much of which is landscaped and maintained by the horticultural students and the staff maintenance crew. The Career Center provides area juniors and seniors with hands-on career training in specialized fields. The Career Center offers
thirteen career-training options to high school juniors and seniors of the Bethel-Tate, FelicityFranklin, New Richmond and Williamsburg school districts. Along with the high school training, Grant also offers full-time adult career training classes, and a wide variety of part-time special interest and career tion, students receive their high school diploma from their home schools. Students participate in related Career Training Youth Organizations which prepare them for the workforce through competitive events that promote mastery of their skills and teach them valuable communication and social skills for the work place. Students have the opportunity to compete at the local, state and national levels where they have brought back numerous awards in the past decade. Numerous national titles belong to students of
Grant Career Center. The career training programs are continuously updating their standards to meet the needs of business and industry in the global marketplace. Students have the chance to learn and to perfect their skills on industry-ready equipment and the most recent software editions. New this year is a Metal Fabrication building where students have space to work on fabrication projects and receive training for jobs in the pipeline industry. Student training on a daily basis is consistent with industry standards;
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many labs and shops are run as actual businesses. Students gain additional experience through industry-based internships and apprenticeship programs by actually spending time with mentors in the field of their choice. At the completion of their career training program, students are encouraged to continue their training at local colleges and universities and then enter local community workforces. Each year, the percentage of students seeking additional training increases. Students reach higher levels of success with addi-
tional training and make greater contributions to our county. “The Career Center believes its contributions to the progress of Clermont County are secure and the future is in the capable hands of our graduates,” states Pam McKinney, Public Relations Director. “Students are working and living in Clermont County and our strengthening our communities.” Visit our website at www.grantcareer.com for more information on our programs and facilities.
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Get ready for a new experience at “Your Dollar Store” There's a new dollar store in town, but it's not like any dollar store you've seen before. Your Dollar Store, located in Eastgate near the Golden Corral restaurant on Glen Este Withamsville Road, was designed by its owners to create a more pleasant, positive shopping experience. "It's an independent dollar
store," store owner Drena Francis said. "It's not like other dollar stores, the difference is in the quality of the product, and that it's organized and clean." Drena Francis and her husband Mike opened Your Dollar Store in December of last year, and they have taken pains to ensure that they provide the highest
quality products and shopping experience possible for their customers. The building itself is new and clean, and Drena and her husband have researched their suppliers and manufacturers. The store carries some name brand products, and you can special order products. Your Dollar Store carries just about anything you will find yourself in need of, from housewares and hardware to health and beauty items and office supplies. The store carries scrapbooking materials, greeting cards 2 for a dollar, pet food, toys and
comic books. "Everything is a dollar," Francis said. "It's a complete store, with everything that you need". The store also features a large and growing selection of jewelry. Francis said that the jewelry line has been very well received by her customers. "Our spring items will be coming in this month," she said. "They will include a large selection of flowers, gardening, flower and vegetable seeds, summer toys and flip flops." Come visit the Easter Bunny and have your picture
taken. Bunny hours are Friday March 23rd, 30th and April 6th from 5pm - 7pm, and Saturday March 24th, 31st and April 7th from 2pm 5pm. Your Dollar Store is also giving away three 5day/4night Carribbean cruises for two. Customers may register for the give-aways at the store, and no purchase is necessary to enter or win. The cruises have a $1,700 value. Your Dollar Store is open 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 12 - 6 p.m. Sunday.
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Library patrons could hardly find a parking spot at the grand opening of the new Union Township branch of the Clermont County Library Jan. 29, a turnout library officials were thrilled about. “The fact that so many people came out today shows why we needed a large branch,” Joseph Braun, president of the library board, said about the opening. Braun said he was blown away by the attendance, which climbed past 1,000 people before 2 p.m. The grand opening featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, a puppet show, live music, refreshments and library tours every 15 minutes. “It means a lot to the community,” David Mezack, executive director of Clermont County Public Library said. “The community has waited a long time for the branch to be built.”
The location, which was formerly Ryan’s Steakhouse, was purchased in June 2010, and construction on the new library began in 2011. The new location was designed to create more space and offer additional amenities compared to the previous branch location on Mt. Carmel-Tobasco Road. The total cost of the library was $5,323,810, which was less than the original $6 million budget. Braun said the library, which was designed by KBA Architects and decorated by Library Design Associates, resembles nature. From the swell-like ceilings to the outdoor-themed decor, the library borrows the scenery of the nature center, which is also located in the county. In addition to a crisp atmosphere, the library is more than 20,000 square feet and offers a variety of seating options, desks and
work space, with plenty of outlets for laptop computers and accessories. The collection at the library features 51,225 books, more than 1,000 audiovisual materials, hundreds of periodicals as well as maps, language materials and more. There are two dozen computers and several print stations where residents can utilize computer programs, internet access and educational programs. There is also a large children’s section, activity room and meeting room at the facility. “It’s more kid-friendly,” Michelle Marino, of Amelia, said about the library. “There are more activities for them and it is more engaging.” “I think it reflects the support the community has for their library system,” Mezack said about the turnout for the grand opening. “And it reflects the need for a library system.”
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2011 A noteworthy year for Chatfield College 2011 was a significant year for Chatfield College in several critical areas. One of the most noteworthy accomplishments was receiving ten-year reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission – the maximum possible time frame that accreditation can be extended. The reaccreditation followed a visit from a team of evaluators from colleges across the country for a comprehensive evaluation. The team visit was the culmination of a rigorous selfstudy process lasting more than two years, during which Chatfield College addressed the Commission’s requirements and criteria for accreditation. At the conclusion of the March visit, the team recommended Chatfield’s reaccreditation. According to John Tafaro, President, one of the most gratifying aspects of the reaccreditation experience was the way the community rallied on the college’s behalf. “Our board, administration, faculty, alumni, and students, came out in droves to help tell the Chatfield story,” said Tafaro. “But most gratifying of all was the show of support we received from the Brown County community. Our neighbors, friends, and business partners throughout the community came out to participate in one of our community coffees and meet the HLC team.” Another significant event of the past year was the rededication and celebration of St. Angela Hall. Chatfield friends, supporters, students, faculty, staff, board members, and several Brown County Ursuline sis-
ters took part in the celebration. St. Angela Hall was built in 1861 by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and still stands today as an amazing piece of history. St. Angela Hall has been used as a residence for priests and the Ursuline of Brown County sisters, as well as a dormitory for the Ursuline Boarding School. After its renovation, made possible in part through sponsorships, community support and volunteers, St. Angela Hall began life anew as the main administration building for Chatfield College. St. Angela Hall now houses the president’s office, development and alumni relations office, and the marketing and communications staff. Renovations to St. Angela Hall were made possible in part through contributions from Duke Energy, Kent Shaw Interior Design, Kibbler Lumber, MSA Architects, Ohio Valley Flooring, ProSource and River City Furniture. Sponsors of the Re-dedication Celebration included National Bank & Trust (Presenting Sponsor); The Hauser Group; M. Kathryn Green, CPA; Anonymous; Holtman's Donuts and the Coca-Cola Company. “The re-dedication and renovation of St. Angela Hall was a wonderful example of a total community effort. It could not have been done without the hard work of volunteers from National Bank and Trust, Clermont Northeastern Junior High, and other members of the community who came out to participate in the renovation efforts,” said Tafaro. “The results are incredible, and
we are grateful to have such a beautiful, historic structure as our new administration building.” The end of 2011 brought yet another momentous event for Chatfield. The Brown County Chamber of Commerce named Chatfield College as the recipient of the 2011 Peter Drucker Award, the highest honor the Brown County Chamber gives to a business and its staff. The Drucker Award is named for the late Peter Drucker, a renowned business consultant, prolific writer and lecturer also known as the father of modern management. The Chamber presents the
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Historic St. Angela Hall. award each year to honor a Brown County business or individual who has shown exemplary management skills. According to Kelly Cornette, president of the Brown County Chamber and
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The Home Place promises the tried and true values you’ve come to expect. However, they seem to be in a constant mode of adding new bits and pieces in a way that keeps us wondering as to “what next?” In response to customer requests and interest there are a few new bakery items you can expect on given days of the week: 100% whole wheat bread, all natural, made with honey, ( no sugar); nutrition facts included; mixed, kneaded and baked in house. Flavored crème horns like red raspberry / cream, or mocha/cream…What more could one wish for? Snickerdoodles. Cookies packaged in baker’s dozen. Their granola is becoming a wholesale item, available in more and more southern Ohio food stores. And if you’re visiting for the first time, make sure you tell them; because there’s a
free little sample bag of granola going home with you. They have got to be the grand central of dried fruits. Here’s the list today, tomorrow’s may be even longer: strawberries, raspberry flavored cranberries, peaches, p e a r s , bananas, r a i s i n s , prunes, nectarines, kiwi, cherries, cranb e r r i e s , pineapple, blueberries, apples, sundried tomatoes. Whey-low is an all-natural sugar, low glycemic index, manufactured from whey, being offered in granulated, powdered, and brown. This product is diabetic friendly and excellent for baking.
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To date, THP offers oatmeal raisin cookies baked with this product, with hopefully more coming soon.
In the deli look for Yoder’s Country Ham. It is available in ends and pieces, pieces precut ready for frying alongside the brown, homegrown eggs they offer, or deli sliced for sandwich-
es. This is a specialty old fashioned ham that has long been recognized as a trademark in country hams. Sandwiches continue to be offered on their own whole wheat, white or herb/cheese breads. The herb/cheese bread is a special creation that’s been offered at local Meranda / Nixon winery since its beginning; and many of those connoisseurs have learned to look for it here as well. BBQ season is around the corner. Barbecued baby back ribs are back! Look for them on Fridays, beginning in April. Stay
tuned to their ads for the final dates, or subscribe to their weekly emails, details below. Rumor has it that barbecued chicken will follow the ribs… Speaking of rumors. There is that probability that “bulk foods” will be the next new arrival. Spices, flours, gluten free products and whoknowswhatallelse are crowding in at the door. Here’s a suggestion: If there is a certain product you cannot live without, speak to the proprietors of The Home Place. They’ve been known to listen to their customers. Just maybe. New styles, colors and prices on popular poly vinyl lawn furniture arriving soon! Again, Ohio made, and manufactured out of recycled plastics like your milk jugs and pop bottles. Maintenance free and continued on page 19
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Anthony A. Kamp DMD, MSD Dr. Kamp is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist. He has been practicing Pediatric Dentistry since 1987. Some of his specific interests have focused on prevention of dental cavities, infant care, and Magic to entertain his patients during their office
visits. He is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Ohio Dental Association and the Cincinnati Dental Society. Dr. Kamp graduated from the University of Kentucky College of
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Dentistry in 1981 and completed his Pediatric Dental training at Indiana University Riley Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis in 1987. Dr. Kamp and his wife were both raised in the Greater Cincinnati Area. After a twenty year career in the military, they
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returned to the Cincinnati area. He worked at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital as a clinician and Associate Clinical Professor of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Kamp has a private practice in Milford, Ohio.
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Reds CEO Bob Castellini and included a “Taste of Clermont”. We also formed the Clermont County Chamber of Commerce Foundation, an affiliate organization of the Chamber established to deliver capacity building activities including leadership development, organizational development, asset development, and community linkages through education/training programs, events, and other charitable acts. Our first projects include continuation of Lead Clermont and the Salute to Leaders programs. These activities have forged new relationships with the Clermont County Township Association and established new partnerships with governmental agencies and community based organizations. Ballot issues activities included support for a Senior Services and City of Milford EMS/Fire levy
tax levy’s that both passed; we also endorse d the West Clermont Schools operating levy and Issue 2 - collective bargaining reform. We maintained our focus on highway accessibility and transportation, and are pleased with the announcements of the expansion of Total Quality Logistics with construction of a second professional office building and the addition of up to 1,000 employees within five years. Tata Consultancy Services reported additional hiring that grew employment to over 450; Global Scrap Management announced their relocation to the former Ford plant in Batavia Township, occupying 100,000 sq. ft.with options to triple occupied space. In the Eastgate area, Jungle Jims is moving swiftly towards a 2012 opening, and along with tenants in the facility we expect employment to exceed 500 at full build out. Lastly, General Data
in Union Township was awarded a State of Ohio Job Creation Tax Credit for a $3.8 million expansion project that will create 39 additional jobs. In 2011 we welcomed to the Board of Directors Randy Cooper of The Myers Y. Cooper Company, Amar Naga from Tata Consulting Services, Patricia Pryor with Jackson Lewis LLP, Jim Watson of McGill Smith Punshon Inc., and David Smith from the Melink Co. We also thank retiring Board members Chip Gerhardt with Government Strategies Group LLC, Kraig Gordon of Gordon Construction, and Jennifer Porter with Holiday Inn & Suites Cincinnati Eastgate for their many hours of service to Clermont County. The work ahead includes strengthening the Clermont County economic climate, and now more than ever before we need participation to achieve this mission. To the business commu-
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Home Care helps keep seniors at home Elaine and Joe, originally from New York, moved to North Carolina after retiring. They were living their dream of retiring to the mountains, but it came to an abrupt end. After living there only four years, Joe suffered a devastating stroke and their daughter persuaded them to move here to be near family. Now Joe is homebound, and Elaine is his fulltime caregiver. When asked how she copes, she says, “I pray a lot. I thank God that Joe is not in pain. Things could be a lot worse, but if you try, you’ll find the good.” Both in their eighties, Elaine needs help in order to keep Joe at home. The couple receives homemaking and respite care from
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Clermont Senior Services, which allows Elaine time to go to the grocery and her own medical appointments. They use CSS transportation as well, since Joe must be transported in his wheelchair to medical appointments. They also receive help from family, caring friends and neighbors. Church friends come every two weeks and bring Communion. A neighbor, a retired policeman, takes out trash, changes light bulbs, and helps out in other ways. When Elaine had knee replacement surgery a few years ago, a volunteer, Beth Rawdon, did her grocery shopping. Beth is now the Manager of Transportation
and Nutrition for CSS. Elaine says Beth has a great crew. She and Beth continue to stay in touch and have been good friends for over five years. Sometimes Clermont Senior Services fills the gaps in services that families cannot provide, but for many elderly people CSS is the sole support and critical lifeline that keeps them in their own homes. Many seniors have families that live far away and cannot provide hands-on support. A nursing home might be a senior’s only option, if not for the programs of Clermont Senior Services. For more information on these and other services, please call 513-724-1255.
HealthSource of Ohio expands for a growing community HealthSource of Ohio was founded in 1976 to address the issue of access to primary health care. It is a private, not-for-profit Federally Qualified Community Health Center that serves Adams, Brown, Clermont, Clinton, Highland and Fayette counties in southwest Ohio. In 2009, HealthSource was awarded $9.7 million in federal stimulus funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to build two new replacement facilities in Clermont County. The two locations are New Richmond Family Practice and Eastgate Pediatrics. New Richmond will relocate to 100 River Valley Blvd.
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across from the New Richmond Library and will open its doors in February. In early April, Eastgate Pediatrics will relocate its current location at 4357 Ferguson Drive to 559 Old SR 74, located next to Child Focus in Mt. Carmel. HealthSource will also add family dental services later in the year. The two new facilities will allow for increased access to primary care services for the residents of these communities. HealthSource of Ohio offices accept Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance and we also offer a discounted fee program based upon family size and income.
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Teresa’s Doe-Boys pizzeria opens in New Richmond Pizza making has been in Teresa Davis’ family for decades. And with the help of family, friends and a generous landlord, Davis has taken a dive into the restaurant business in New Richmond. The decision to open her own pizzeria came as the result of a letter addressed to Donatos Pizza, the pizza company she was working for. The letter was from New Richmond council member Nick Wolf, who was looking to fill his vacant building on Walnut Street with another pizza restaurant. Angelo’s was previously at the location owned by Wolf and he sent letters to other local pizza restaurants to see if anyone would be interested in opening a pizzeria at his location. Davis said she read the letter and became interested. Not just because she had 10 years of experience at Donatos, but also because making pizza from
scratch was something natural for her family. “I told him I had not a dime to my name, but in my heart I wanted to do it,” Davis said about opening her own restaurant. Another factor influencing her decision was the organization Faith Chapel Ministries, of which she is a part. Davis said she wanted to open a pizza restaurant to help support abandoned women, children and foster children and provide a place for some of them to work. “I feel in my heart that we are going to fund it in a major way,” Davis said. So, with the help of her husband Tom and parents Walt and Kathleen Potter, Davis decided to quit her job at Donatos and open a restaurant using many of the recipes her parents used at their restaurant, Doe-Boys’ Pizza, from 1981-1991. “My recipe originated in 1952,” Walt Potter said. “We use all natural ingredients
on our pizza, everything is real.” Potter said his 55 years of experience making pizza, including the crust and sauce, from scratch, is what makes Doe-Boys’ pizza different from the rest. He has passed down these skills to Teresa and Tom, and Teresa’s DoeBoy’s Pizzeria opened Oct. 12. Since then the family has been working to perfect the recipes to make them taste like the original every time. Their pizzeria offers a variety of products, most with football-related names because it is the Davis’ favorite sport. They have pizza pies ranging from barbecue chicken to veggie and also have hoagies, wings, salads and sides. “It’s awesome,” Davis said about being able to open the business. “The transition has been difficult but I’m getting there.” Davis said she has been
Tom and Teresa Davis and Teresa’s father Walter Potter stand outside their recently opened pizzeria, Teresa’s Doe-Boys’ Pizzeria, in New Richmond. working to build relationships in the community and is looking to provide pizza for school lunches and more. In addition, she is working to determine exactly how she will contribute to Faith Chapel Ministries once the business grows. She said she hopes the business can contribute financially to the ministry and also wants to individually help the women and foster children who have aged
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boasting an all weather exposure. A few years ago this product was almost unheard of; today wood has needed to take the back seat and poly vinyl wins the race hands down. Check out the new inventory soon! New styles of interior décor and furniture are in as well. A dark maple Legacy bedroom suite received raves at the recent Cincinnati Home and Garden Show. Gift items in the line of Signature stoneware, lanterns, graniteware, textiles; the list goes on and on.
Mini barns, garden sheds, and even a gazebo shaped styled garden shed are being brought to their lot daily. Besides the wood, metal, vinyl buildings offered, they now boast a mini barn with painted side walls, shingle roof. An attractive rent to own program makes the purchase one you cannot afford to miss. For the serious economizer, there are pre-owned models on the lot as well, doubtlessly exactly what you would have ordered new, and at a most affordable price! Setting itself apart from
notorious “junk emails” this business offers weekly emails to let you know whether there’s a new barn, or a new cookie, weekly deli specials, or bakery trivia, photos, or whether the daffodils are blooming, or one of the staff is abroad…It’s kind of like a letter you’d from your expect Homeplace…Drop them an email if you’d like to stay on top of their news: thehomeplace@emypeople.net. They’re not offended if you unsubscribe either. Making sure you get what you want is what The Home Place is about.
out of the system. “My vision is, once they are reformed, they need to work,” she said. “One of the reasons I opened is to offer that place of work.” Teresa’s Doe-Boy’s Pizzeria is located at 412 Walnut Street in New Richmond and they offer pick-up, delivery and dine-in services. For more information about the restaurant call (513) 553-1800.
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Family owned and operated, Tecumseh Buildings has served the community for over 35 years... Tecumseh Buildings, Inc. is a family owned and operated business serving the
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We are also an authorized United Steel Structure contractor providing the best quality in a full line of steel buildings to serve our customers commercial project needs. At Tecumseh Buildings we take pride in our many satisfied customers and overtime development of trust with each customer. Our customers rely on us to serve on their behalf, ethically and responsibly. Since 1975, our philosophy has remained the same; to deliver quality construction, on time and in budget. Our commitment to
this has been proven by the fact that customers who work with us for one project return to Tecumseh Buildings for all of their future construction needs. We invite you to visit our office at 12338 Martin Alexander Rd Sardinia, Oh 45171. We will be happy to meet with you and inspect your building site. We offer free consultations and estimates. Call us for an appointment today at 1-877463-0359 or visit us at www.tecumsehbuildings.com.
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cation and community involvement. Chatfield has partnered with local businesses, such as LaRosa’s in Mt. Orab and the Cincinnati Cyclones, to provide scholarship opportunities to employees. In addition, the college hosts many activities, including its Annual Quilt and Craft Show,
Germanfest, and various musical concerts, that also draw people from surrounding counties. “I am so thrilled that Chatfield is part of our county, not only because of the educational opportunities they offer to Brown County residents and the surrounding counties, but also for everything they do to enrich our area,” said Cornette.
Members of the Chatfield Community take part in the ribbon cutting celebration for the rededication of historic St. Angela Hall.
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“They are good partners to the community, and it is wonderful to have a local college that is so engaged right in our own back yard.” Perhaps the most rewarding accomplishment of all, according to Tafaro, is that Chatfield saw record enrollment for the second year in a row. “In the past year, we served 476 women and men – a diverse collection of adult-learners and traditional-age students, with varied religious affiliations, from urban, suburban and rural backgrounds. That, of course, is the reason we exist at all – to fulfill our mission, to empower those who might best succeed within our supportive, small college experience. – and to help our students realize their dreams for a college education. Because big dreams do come true at Chatfield.”
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Sharefax Credit Union expands again! Sharefax Credit Union, which is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution, has just opened a new branch in Lebanon, Ohio. The credit union, which has been part of Greater Cincinnati for over 51 years, has now grown to five locations with over $280 million in assets. Sharefax offers a full range of financial services such as free checking, credit and debit cards, mortgage,
personal, and vehicle loans, free online banking, more than 3,000 nationwide surcharge-free ATMs, free bill payer, credit counseling, investment services, plus “best” rate guarantees on automobile loans and certificates with all deposits being federally insured up to $250,000. In addition, the credit union offers money market accounts, as well as debit cards, IRAs, and Health
Savings Accounts. Sharefax has also partnered with investment advisors Mackey Investment Advisors & L.M. Kohn & Co. to assist members in planning for their financial futures and with The Home Lending Source to offer VA, FHA, and reverse mortgage loans. Sharefax has expanded to include more than 25,750 members from more than 400 select employee groups as well as individuals who
live or work in Adams, Clermont, Hamilton, Butler, Warren, Brown, Clinton, Fayette, Highland, Greene, Preble, and Montgomery counties. Sharefax is dedicated to fulfilling the individual needs of its members by offering the finest service and most technologically advanced products available. The cooperative has developed a tremendous reputation for its community involvement
and commitment to its local roots. Sharefax is also part of a shared branching network of credit unions throughout the country. Sharefax members can make deposits and perform transactions at a credit union branch almost anywhere in the United States. For more information, please call Sharefax Credit Union at (513) 753-2440 or visit their website at www.sharefax.org.
Clermont Chamber of Commerce looks toward a successful 2012 On behalf of the Board I am pleased to report that the state of the Clermont Chamber of Commerce is strong. 2011 was a year of transition into economic recovery as we positioned the Chamber for another successful year. Much has been written about the state of the economy, so your Chamber began 2011 reviewing the results of the “Business Continuity Survey” conducted by the Chamber Board under the leadership of Sam Tuten, Chairman of the Board of Advisors. We wanted to know from our business community how their businesses were performing and what expectations they had for 2011. Survival, cautious optimism, and increased staffing in 2011 were terms associated with the responses. And so we began the year with a positive outlook, reinforced at the annual Economic Outlook Breakfast with Brian Beaulieau. He said the road ahead was economic recovery for 2011 and 2012, with
a flattening-out in 2013. Key indicators for business to monitor included employment growth, money supply, purchasing manager’s index, and retail sales to name a few. For our strategic initiatives of economic growth, advo-
cacy, and member benefits… it was a year of ‘firsts” along with expansion and alteration of our many programs, products and services. In collaboration with the Greater Cincinnati Homebuilders, we devel-
oped a partnership to present our first Homerama at Willows Bend in Miami Township. This partnership included Chambers in Loveland, Milford, Miami Township, Northeast Cincinnati, our Visitor’s Bureau, and Clermont
County. We introduced “Try It Local”, a voucher program to stimulate business with Clermont County companies. Our successful trade show, Clermont Experience included a keynote presentation from the Cincinnati
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Second generation takes over popular Batavia florist Batavia Floral Designs changed its name to Batavia Floral Creations and Gifts as it changed ownership and moved into its 25th year of business. Patrons of the family-owned business in Batavia hardly noticed a difference. Mary Lou Parrott, who opened the floral shop in 1987, decided it was time to
retire after building the business into one that has served residents for generations. “We pride ourselves in being a family florist,” Parrott said. Which is why she sold the business to her daughter Trisha Brasfield, who worked at the business for years. “She came to me and said ‘I
As the proud new owners of Batavia Floral Creations & Gifts, we would like to thank all of our friends and customers - new and old - for their continued support and look forward to servicing your floral needs for many years to come. Lee & Trisha Brasfield 229 E. Main Street, Batavia, Ohio 45103
www.BataviaFloralCreations.com
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can do this,’” Parrott said of Brasfield. “This is the way we have always pictured it.” Parrott said opening the floral shop years ago was an impulse. But with the help of Mickey Rammel and Julie Haglage, and a lot of hard work, the shop became successful. Batavia Floral Creations provides services for funerals and weddings and also sells arrangements, cards and gifts. Parrott said her favorite thing about the shop is that she has been able to get to know so many of her customers. “We have done people’s weddings and have now done their children’s wedding,” she said. “You become a part of their lives, I have enjoyed that more than anything.” Parrott said she started getting the feeling that it was time
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become more confident, healthy and connected. 1 in 5 people who come to the Y need our financial support. Last year, the Clermont Y provided over $30,000 in assistance because the Y believes in delivering lifechanging programs to all. This year, our goal is to raise $40,000 by March 29. How can you help? The Clermont Y is always in need of mentors, board members and volunteer coaches. If you are interested in getting involved in a most worthwhile organization, stop by the Clermont Y (2075 James E Sauls Sr. Drive) or visit our website www.myy.org.
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The 32 Senior Community located at St. Rt. 32 and Eastwood Rd. right next to the 32 Business Center will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary next year. They have served Brown County seniors by creating affordable housing that is fantastic. The 90 apartment units vary in size and cost. A 1 bedroom with no garage (720 sq. ft.) starts at $425 monthly and a 2 bedroom with a garage (1200 sq. ft.) starting at $600 monthly. They also have a deluxe version that is over 1500 sq. ft. Some of the units have been customized to suit the special needs of a new tenant. The 32 Senior Community is privately owned and is not income based, nor is it government housing. They are proud to acknowledge that the tenants have not had a base rent increase in 9 years of operation. Yes!, what they paid 9 years ago, they pay today. They also boast that they have very senior friendly housing. You may
Trisha Brasfield, right, took over Batavia Floral Designs in Batavia that her mother, Mary Lou Parrott, opened 24 years ago. for something else. And hav- been working as a floral ing Brasfield ready to take designer she has won several over made the decision even awards for her designs. easier. Brasfield said she changed “I’ve done what I had to do,” the name of the business Parrott said. “My life is to be slightly to reflect her personalcontinued.” ity and contribution to the Brasfield grew up around shop. the floral shop and studied floBatavia Floral Creations ral design when she was at and Gifts is located at 229 E. the University of Cincinnati. Main Street in Batavia. For After graduating, she was more information visit able to study under a design- www.bataviafloraldesigns.com. er in Arizona. Since she has
bring a family together, to providing a place for kids to go before and after school, or to simply offering a preschool program for working parents. The Clermont YMCA is a nonprofit organization that has provided programs for the Clermont County community and families since 1983. The Y runs its Annual Support campaign every year around this time. Our overall theme this year is: Support the efforts of the Y in your community…for their health, their potential, their future. We count on the generosity of the community, our boards and our members to help people of all ages and from all walks of life to
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The 32 Senior Community looks toward a 10 year anniversary
Clermont YMCA looks to provide a healthy lifestyle for all We all know that the Clermont YMCA is a place to exercise, but there’s a lot about the Y that our community may not know about. The Clermont YMCA achieves it mission through 3 areas of focus- healthy living, youth development and social responsibility. We strive to provide opportunities for all to access a healthier lifestyle, which can mean building a young child’s confidence and self-esteem through learning how to swim or going to camp, or providing a comfortable environment for an older adult who wants to keep active and healthy, or offering a variety of activities every day of the week that can
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ask: What is senior friendly? Here is a list that might help explain. 1. Slab floor plan (no steps.) 2. Parking and garages by the front door. 3. Garbage pick-up at the front door twice a week. 4. Mail boxes 30 ft. from front entry door. 5. 36” door opening throughout the unit. 6. Most bathrooms are ADA designed (walk-in shower) 7. Energy efficient HV/AC with insulation. 8. Stocked fishing pond for all tenants to enjoy. 9. Semi-gated. Jerry Seale is the acting manager of this facility and urges everyone to stop on by apartment #132 or call 937-444-1708 and he would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. The community’s goal is to maintain a clean, friendly, safe and peaceful environment for all tenants that reside at the 32 Senior Community.
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Eastwood Rd. and St. Rt. 32 • (937)
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Group Health Associates - on the forefront of health care services Group Health Associates opened its doors in 1974 with just four doctors and one
office. Today, Group Health is one of the premier medical groups in Cincinnati, with
Merchants National Bank is growing with Brown County!!! O D D P A G E S
Merchants National Bank has been a part of Brown County since February 2006 when our office opened at 370 N. High Street in Mt. Orab. In August of 2009 Merchants acquired the Citizens Bank of Higginsport and now is pleased to be serving Brown County with three locations. Our Georgetown Office is located at 120 S. Main Street and in Higginsport we at 314 are located Washington Street. All three are full service branches with loan officers in each
location. Established in 1879, the Merchants National Bank is an independent institution built upon a foundation of financial strength and customer service. MNB employees specialize in providing exceptional service on a personal level. We are large enough to provide financial products at competitive prices, yet small enough to know our customers. We are Brown County’s “Real Community Bank with REAL Customer Service.”
MT. WASHINGTON SAVINGS & LOAN
Your Financial Institution Since 1886 In Savings & Home Financing WE HAVE MORTGAGE LOANS AVAILABLE Accounts Insured up to $250,000
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more than 130 physicians in primary care and 18 specialties. Eight Group Health offices are conveniently located throughout the Cincinnati area, from Western Hills to Anderson, and Clifton to Mason. “Group Health provides patients with comprehensive and coordinated care,” explained Tim Gramann, Group Health’s chief operating officer. “By offering both primary care and specialties in the same office, along with other medical services like imaging, therapies and pharmacy, Group Health patients can get most of their health care in one office. That means no extra paperwork, carting records around town or hunting for a specialist when needed.” Group Health doctors are backed by TriHealth, the nationally recognized system of physicians, hospitals and communities serving the Cincinnati area. TriHealth gives Group Health patients streamlined access to two award-winning hospitals – Good Samaritan and Bethesda North – along with hospice care, skilled nursing care, specialty institutes and wellness programs. Focused on the patient Group Health’s medical center model puts the patient at the center for improved service, higher quality and better cost control. Primary care doctors work side-by-side and collaboratively with physicians in 18 specialties. The patient benefits from the teamwork approach, often getting issues resolved quickly as a result. “With multiple doctors in multiple offices, we can often meet any urgent needs or offer the convenience of an appointment near home or work or school,” Gramann
added. Group Health Springdale led the way as a pilot location for the Patient-Centered Medical Home to primary care in 2009. Medical Home is designed to revolutionize family medicine and internal medicine practices by using a proactive team approach to integrated care. It is a concept quickly being adopted by patients and insurers. “We are proud that all seven offices that offer primary care have received Level 3 certification, which is the highest recognition awarded by the National Committee for Quality Assurance,” Gramann said. On track with technology More than 10 years ago, long before required, Group Health became one of the first physician groups in Cincinnati to go online, putting patient information at the doctor’s fingertips with electronic medical records. Every exam room includes a computer terminal for the review and entry of information. “This makes life easier for the patient – and the doctor,” explained Thomas Tami MD, Group Health’s medical director. “Instead of weeding through stacks of notes or waiting for information from another doctor, our physicians can quickly review the patient’s previous care, medications, hospitalizations and other information. Being online also means patients can switch between offices at their convenience and the records will be still be easily accessible.” In 2010, Group Health primary care patients began using MyChart, a secure website that gives them access to medical records and other information. Secure e-mails can be exchanged between
patient and provider, often speeding up treatment or answering questions that might have gone unasked in the past. Soon patients will be able to schedule their own appointments online. As technology has been introduced to health care, Group Health has again kept pace. Most of the Group Health surgeons practice minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Emphasis on choice “Too many people think that a large practice means patients have no choice – much like a clinic,” Tami said. “At Group Health, you choose your personal doctors, whether it’s for primary care or a specialty. Even in obstetrics, a woman doesn’t have to rotate through every doctor in the practice. She can choose the doctor she wants to establish a relationship with.” The strength of the Group comes from the support doctors and patients get from having different specialties in the same office or system. If a patient has an urgent need, but the chosen doctor isn’t available, arrangements can often be made to see a partner or visit another office. It comes too from the quality and variety of physicians Group Health employs. Dozens of Group Health doctors make the “best of” lists each year and are recognized by their peers for excellence. They conduct research, speak internationally and lead the way in new techniques. “Doctors choose Group Health for the support of a well-run, financially viable structure that allows them to do what they do best – help patients,” Tami concluded.
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Georgetown Animal Hospital has been serving the Brown County area since 1952 The Georgetown Animal Hospital is committed to providing the best possible veterinary care for every state of your pets’ lives. We offer preventative medicine, diagnostics, in-house bloodwork, x-rays, surgical care, dental care, and much more. The doctors and staff
continually strive to provide quality veterinary care, customer service, and education so your pets can receive the compassionate medical care they deserve. We love animals, and greatly appreciate the chance to help your family companions live the healthi-
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est, longest, happiest lives possible. We are located at 9242 Hamer Road, Georgetown, Ohio. For more information or an appointment, please contact us at (937) 3786334 and we will be happy to assist you.
Great Oaks, helping local students prepare for the future “When my son said he wanted to go to Live Oaks, I wasn’t sure how it would all work,” said parent Jane Kozel. “But as soon as school started, I knew this was right for him. He enjoys school every day, and he’s preparing for college.” “Thanks to Live Oaks, he’ll have enough credits that he’ll start college almost as a sophomore,” added Glenn Kozel. Public career-technical schools like Great Oaks Career Campuses have been, for many years, a place for high school students to gain hands-on skills and academic knowledge at the same time. Students graduate ready for a career and college, and in most cases with industry certifications that allow them to be successful if they choose to work right away. In the current economy, parents and students are finding that a career-technical education can give graduates an advantage in the job market. “Those are the jobs that people are getting right now—the ones that are
hands-on and skill-oriented,” said Laurel Oaks parent Krista Martin. Of the Buckeye Top Fifty—a list of the hottest jobs now and in the future, published by the Ohio Bureau of Labor Market Information—more than half are careers that can begin with a Great Oaks education. And that’s not an accident. “We are responsible for preparing young people for the world they will be adults in,” said Great Oaks CEO Robin White. “We add or disband programs based on what our region will need in the future.” Some programs started in recent years include Practical Nursing, Biotechnology / Forensic Studies, Sports Rehabilitation and Therapy, and Lodging Management. More than 30 programs are available for high school students. That’s why more and more people are speaking out about a Great Oaks education. To hear what parents have to say, go to www.greatoaks.com/parents. Current students talk
about their experiences at www.facebook.com/truthab outgreatoaks. For more information, go to www.greatoaks.com.
The friendly faces of Georgetown Animal Hospital back row: Dr. Debra Chalker, Dr. Ned Lodwick - front row: Dr. Joan Gish and staff.
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G EORGETOWN ANIMAL H OSPITAL “The Vet With a Heart” N.S. Lodwick, D.V.M. J.E. Gish, D.V.M. D.C. Chalker, D.V.M. Office Hours by Appointment
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