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Kroger Marketplace has opened in the village of Amelia

The new Kroger Marketplace, Amelia. By Kristin Rover Sun staff

The Main Street Kroger Marketplace, one of the largest Kroger stores in the area, boasting 133,000 square feet of products, opened in Amelia Aug. 15.

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the marketplace, and thousands of residents came to check out the new store on opening day. “This is the first time at Kroger that we have ever closed two stores and

opened one,” Kathy Andrews, district manager for Kroger said during the ceremony. “I am so extremely proud of our employees.” The Kroger locations located at 1260 Ohio Pike and 1783 Ohio Pike closed at midnight and the new

marketplace opened at 7 a.m. Aug. 15. Andrews thanked store manager Bob Boland, who has worked at Kroger for 38 years, for his work on the project. “We are so glad to be open,” Boland said. “It has

been a long trip.” The new store has a large selection of produce, a deli, a bakery, and other groceries, as well as home décor, office supplies, furniture, toys, clothing, a Starbucks cafe, a Little Clinic, a fuel center, and more. “I think it is way above our expectations,” Jeane Humphreys, a Bethel resident said about the new store. “It’s wonderful.” Humphreys and her husband, John, explored the marketplace on opening day, and said they weren’t expecting it to be so nice with such a big selection of products. John Humphreys said the things that stand out in the marketplace compared to the older stores is the seafood section, the deli, and the bakery. “It’s awesome,” Humphreys said. Jeane Humphreys said she is amazed they built such a big store in Amelia. “I am very happy with it,” she said.

Automated weather observing system installed at Sporty’s By Kristin Bednarski Sun staff

On March 7, Sporty’s Pilot Shop and Clermont County Airport activated new weather technology that marks a milestone for the airport and will benefit pilots. Hal Shevers, founder and chairman of Sporty’s Pilot Shop, said the Automated Weather Observing System digitally reports weather information, which can be accessed by pilots in their planes and online. “It just makes the airport more useful,” Shevers said. “Now we will have weather right on the spot.” The AWOS system reports wind speed, wind direction, visibility, temperature, cloud cover, rainfall, and more. “It updates every minute or more,” Shevers said. “And if there is a significant change it will put out a new report.” The system was built

on the airport property, near the runway beside Sporty’s Pilot Shop. Shevers said the system includes a 30-foot tower with sensor equipment that was imbedded in six yards of concrete to make it sturdy. “The sensors are all out there, and then they run by communication lines back to the control tower,” Shevers said. He said equipment in the control tower sends the information back to the National Weather Bureau and it is also updated at the airport and online. Shevers said with the help of Eastern Cincinnati Aviation and customers at the airport, the system, which normally costs around $140,000, cost them less than $50,000. Shevers said prior to the equipment being installed, the airport received weather information from Lunken Airport. He said having

the most accurate weather information at the airport will be much more beneficial. “Pilots need to know what the wind component is to know what the cross-wind component is,” Shevers said. “It is very important. They also want to know whether the weather is

suitable to land, or should they go to some other airport.” He said the system enables pilots to get the information in the air while they are flying as well as on the ground before they even drive to the airport. “Everyone can have that at home and see

exactly what the winds are, the temperature,” Shevers said. Pilots can access the information in the air on frequency 127.275, online at www.anyawos.com/ki69 or by calling the airport at (513) 732-6978.

Hal Shevers, founder and chairman of Sporty's Pilot Shop at the Clermont County Airport, stands in front of the new Automated Weather Observing System that is operational as of March 7. The system provides weather information to pilots in the air and on the ground.

Nancy Bush, a Mariemont resident, said she was also impressed with the new store. “I think it’s wonderful,” Bush said. “It is going to take a while to get used to, but I think it’s really nice.” Kroger officials took time during the grand opening ceremony to thank all of the local government officials who were involved in the project. They also introduced staff members and made check presentations to local charities that work to fight hunger. Several local government officials who spoke during the ceremony included Amelia Mayor Todd Hart and Pierce Township Board of Trustees Chairman Rich Riebel. Both jurisdictions were involved in the project. “We are so excited to finally see this final product,” Hart said about the marketplace. He said the project has been years in the making, and he is excited for the future of Amelia now that Kroger and other retailers have come to the area. Riebel said he is also excited for the future of the area now that Kroger is open. “It’s pretty exciting to go inside and know that this is one of two of the largest stores,” Riebel said. He said the new marketplace is creating jobs and also serves as a catalyst for further development along state Route 125. Jordan Poff, assistant manager of the new Kroger, said bringing the two stores together and finally being able to open has been a great experience. “The team we have is top of the line,” Poff said. “This store is going to be great.” Main Street Kroger Marketplace is located at 262 West Main Street. It is open 24-hours, seven days a week. For more information about the Main Street Marketplace, visit www.kroger.com or call the store at (513) 7182220.

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Major road construction underway in Eastgate By Kristin Rover Sun staff

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Orange cones and signs have been visible in Clermont County as phase two of the Eastgate area improvement project, which is part of the Eastern Corridor program, got underway. The project, which began with phase one in the fall of 2012, are occurring in several phases over the next few years and are expected to be completed by 2016. The Ohio Department of Transportation, the Clermont County Transportation Improvement District, the Clermont County Engineer’s Office, Union Township, and other local governments are all collaborating to complete the projects, which total nearly $80 million. “For us it is unprecedented,” Clermont County Engineer Patrick Manger said about the improvements. “In terms of the amount of construction and the positive impacts and change.” Manger explained that three major phases of improvements as well as several side projects are either underway, or will be underway in the next couple of years. Manger said phase one of the projects, which

began in the fall of 2012 included Eastgate North Frontage Road construction that improved access to and from state Route 32 and Eastgate Boulevard near East Gate Mall and the retail area surrounding it. He said the Ohio Department of Transportation is managing phase two and three of the project. Sharon Smigielski, public information officer for the Ohio Department of Transportation, said phase two began earlier this spring and includes the reconstruction of Eastgate Boulevard over state Route 32. “This involved reconstructing or widening the interstate bridge over 32 as well as re-locating the existing westbound entrance and exit ramps from state Route 32 to Eastgate North Drive,” Smigielski said. She said the project also involves reconstructing the westbound loop ramp from Eastgate Boulevard to state Route 32. “Right now they are doing the ramp,” Smigielski said. Smigielski said phase two is expected to be complete in the fall of 2014. She said phase three of the project includes making improvements to the Interstate 275 and state Route

32 interchange. “We will be addressing high accident rates and inappropriately spaced access points,” Smigielski said about the project. Smigielski said phase three will include constructing new access ramps to state Route 32 from Interstate 275. She said the project also includes widening a portion of state Route 32 from Old State Route 74 to Eastgate Square Drive. “The work has not yet started, but the project has been awarded,” Smigielski said about phase three. Smigielski said they awarded the construction contract to John R Jurgensen. She said construction is expected to begin this summer and is expected to continue until 2016. “The benefit for all three projects are to make it safer and easier for motorists to use,” Smigielski said. “To reduce congestion and accommodate ever-increasing traffic levels and improve access and safety for drivers.” In addition to the first three phases, Manger said the Clermont County TID is also working on other projects that go along with the improvements. Manger said they are

Construction in Eastgate continued with Interstate 275 and state Route 32 ramp reconfigurations put in place Feb. 18. The new interchange includes traffic signals on SR 32 after exiting Interstate 275.

moving telephone poles and beginning construction on the Clough Pike Widening project that will widen 1.3 miles of Clough Pike between Mount Carmel Tobasco Road and Glen EsteWithamsville Road. Manger said they are in the design phase of the Aicholtz Road Connector project, which will help reduce congestion on state Route 32. He said the project is expected to begin in July of 2015. He said they will also be working on the Ivy Pointe extension project as well as constructing a roundabout on Eastgate South Drive. Manger said an extensive amount of planning and collaboration between all levels of government have gone into the projects that are beginning in the area. He said they are excited to be getting the projects un-

Road work is underway at Interstate 275 and state Route 32.

derway. “This project shows how different agencies should work together,” Manger said. He said each government agency and organization that is involved with the projects contributes their own specialties and have collaborated to make the projects happen. And while all of the projects are slated to be complete in 2016, Manger said this is only the beginning of major improvements to

roadways in the eastern area. “All this work is good, but we’re not done,” Manger said. He said they are currently working on the planning and design of projects further east that will be completed years down the road. For more information about construction projects in the Eastgate area contact Clermont County Traffic Engineer Jeremy Evans at (513) 732-8857.

Southern State Community College looking back and forward Undeniably, the higher education landscape is amidst one of the most significant transformations in history and Southern State Community College is not exempt from these changes. Technology, coupled with student and employer demands and a changing economy, has challenged traditional college models of learning and operation to the point that the classroom is often not a “room” at all and the institution is but a mere remnant of what it was in years past. In some regard, society’s views of higher education have evolved and college affordability has become a more widely discussed issue, and some critics have aimed their targets on questioning the value of higher education. Undoubtedly, these concerns are real and have become the focus at the local level. Colleges around the nation, and particularly in rural, underrepresented corners of America like southern Ohio, are working feverishly to maintain enrollments not for the sake of tout-

ing success in attracting students but rather, for the sake of producing a qualified, educated, and career-ready workforce capable of entering a competitive economy and contributing to the betterment of their local community. Further, like our business partners, higher education is challenged with doing more with less while leveraging technology, introducing new learning models, delivering world-class services, expanding partnerships, and ensuring unquestionable quality outcomes. This is true for Southern State Community College and the thousands of other colleges across the nation. Looking back, 2013 was a year of successes, challenges, and new opportunities for Southern State Community College. One must only look as far as our strategic vision, “To Be Your First-Choice College,” to recognize that Southern State is aiming high. Among the many efforts to this end include advancements in technology, renewed emphasis on college

completion, and enhancing college accessibility. • First, the introduction of a new information management software system has led to improved student accessibility to records and resources, and offered the institution broader access to data for improved monitoring, decision-making, and planning. • Second, Southern State has taken bold steps in formalizing and implementing an institution-wide improvement plan designed to advance student success and college completion. • Lastly, perhaps the most courageous move has come in the form of breaking ground for construction of a new campus in Mt. Orab. Scheduled to open in August 2014, this campus is a state-of-the-art facility strategically located to be accessible to hundreds of thousands of individuals who may benefit from a community college. In the process of these overarching initiatives and projects, there has been a fair amount of “learning” occurring

within the institution as great strides forward are often accompanied by bumps in the road. Such bumps have included enrollment declines, a critical look at student loan default rates, and general growing pains associated with the demand for high quality with limited resources. Not only is the college responding to employer needs, Southern State is also taking great care in reviewing programming and services to meet student needs. The college is being deliberate about ways to better inform students about financial literacy

A new development featuring several businesses, including an LA Fitness gym, is coming to Union Township. Union Township residents may have noticed some changes taking place to some big-name stores in the Eastgate area. Garden Ridge and Golf Galaxy closed their doors. Those buildings are being torn down to make way for new the development Cory Wright, zoning director and assistant administrator at Union Township, said Casto, the developer that purchased the properties more than 10 years ago, is looking to make some changes. “What they have decided to do is reposition and redevelop that site to

take advantage of the highway improvements,” Wright said. Wright said a new traffic flow will result from the Eastern Corridor improvements in that area. He said the developer is planning to completely scrape the 15-acre site and build several new buildings including the nearly 42,000 square foot LA Fitness building. “It’s a really neat facility,” Wright said about the gym. “That will have a pleasing presence.” Wright said there will also be several other buildings on the site. He said a multi-tenant facility will be built on the northern part of the site, a one or two-tenant building will be on the southern part of the site, and at least four additional outlots will also be available on the site.

Wright said officials with LA Fitness are hoping to open by 2015. “You will start to see demolition activity in the next month or so,” Wright said. “ Demolition will occur concurrent to construction of LA Fitness.” Wright said he believes the new setup will be a better scaled site with similar square footage allowing for multiple uses. “This is new investment and we’re pleased that they are doing that,” Wright said. “I think it will have a whole host of benefits for the township and that area.” Wright said the move leverages the transportation improvements in the area to achieve property investment. “We are really excited about it,” he said.

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

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and responsibility while simultaneously undergoing its own internal critical analysis of budget efficiencies alongside making strategic investments. In 2014 and beyond, the college will continue to focus efforts on the mission of providing accessible, affordable, and high quality education to our communities. Southern State looks ahead, with great ambition, toward growing enrollment among new and underserved populations, reviewing and improving our academic programming to better meet workforce needs, and generally assisting

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Business groundbreaking held in Amelia By Kristin Rover Sun staff

A groundbreaking ceremony was held Nov. 9 for several new businesses and restaurants that will be coming to the Kroger Marketplace shopping center in Amelia. The list of new businesses coming to the village includes Petco, Hibbett Sports, Verizon Wireless, GNC, Wendy’s, and more. “This is a great event for Amelia,” Mayor Todd Hart said during the groundbreaking ceremony. “We are definitely all excited.” Hart said the village of Amelia welcomes their new neighbors. Hart thanked all of the individuals involved in bringing the companies to the area including developers Brian Neltner and Mike Paolucci with Select Strategies, JDL Warm Construction and Park National Bank.

“We are so happy to be a part of Amelia,” Neltner said. “It is the best community we have ever worked with.” Neltner and Paolucci said it was wonderful to work with Hart and other Amelia officials throughout the process. Paolucci said Select Strategies has been working on the shopping center, including bringing Kroger to the area, for eight years. “It means a lot to us,” Paolucci said about watching the shopping center come to life. Paolucci said they wanted to bring a shopping center to the area because they saw a hole in the market in Amelia and also knew the specific location in Amelia was a busy area. “Amelia Olive-Branch Road dead ends into the property,” Paolucci said. “It is the busiest intersection not connecting to a highway.”

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Amelia village council members and officials with Select Strategies, JDL Warm Construction and Park National Bank break ground on a new building in the Kroger Marketplace shopping center Nov. 9. New stores will include Petco, Hibbett Sports, GNC and more.

Paolucci said Kroger purchased property from Select Strategies to build the marketplace that opened in August. Paolucci said Kroger

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A nearly $5 million revitalization projecct in downtown Batavia is nearly complete. More than a year in the making, the project is expected to revitalize the business district and the village as a whole. The project includes a redesign of East Main Street, and the rebuilding of South Second and North Fourth streets. The redesign of East Main features wider sidewalks, a center turn lane, center island

plantings, and stamped asphalt crosswalks. The street will also be reduced to two lanes of travel. Main Street will feature new street light fixtures and traffic control lights. South Second and North Fourth streets will both be resurfaced, and new sidewalks are almost complete on both streets. Earlier in the planning process, village council member Steve Staton said that the project will

make the village “walking friendly” once again, and will have effects well beyond the nine block area included in the project. “This is going to be one of the biggest building projects Batavia has ever seen,” Staton said. “This is going to make a fundamental difference to this community. This will pull our whole community together.” Construction crews have been working on the project since Sep-

tember. Work is expected to be completed by the middle of June. The total project cost is approximately $4.8 million. Grant money in the amount of $989,000 from the Ohio Public Works Commission will pay for part of the project. The remainder of the project cost is coming from a $1.35 million OPWC loan, and $2.5 million in bonds.

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New programs coming to The Clermont County Public Library in 2014 Tracey McCullough Marketing and Programming Manager

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The Clermont County Public Library continues to inform, engage and inspire the community through innovative programming, materials and a multitude of services for all ages. The Clermont County Library has been in existence since 1955 and in 2013 we had many big anniversaries of our local branches, the Williamsburg Branch Library turned 25 years as did out Goshen Branch. Our Union Township Branch turned the big 50 in their new branch located in the Eastgate area. Your library continues to offer up-to-the-minute resources such as research databases, free eBooks for any device, and streaming and downloadable movies, TV shows, audiobooks and music from hoopla. Among our free databases, we offer UniversalClass; with 500 free online continuing education classes led by real instructors, you are sure to find one to fit your lifelong learning needs. Would you like to learn a

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Challenge, June 7-August 2, will boast the theme Fizz, Boom, Read which means there will be many science-based programs at your local library to support the theme and to inspire children ages 0-17 to read through the summer and win prizes. This year we will also offer a summer reading challenge for adults during the same time to get our whole community reading together. And yes, adults can win prizes too! Last year, 1580 children completed the program so let’s get ready to beat that number is 2014! The library also offers unique outreach programs such as our Dreamweavers Storytelling Troupe which offered 29 programs with 831 children and adults attending. The Hands Up! Puppet Troupe performed 38 shows for the community with 2410 in attendance! Our Library of Congress Veterans’ History Project interviewed many veterans and recorded their stories for posterity to be included in the Library of Congress’ collection and also on DVDs that were added to our own collec-

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lege. 2013 was the inaugural year of the Student Leadership program at Chatfield College. The program’s goal is to develop skills and refine personality traits which lead to becoming both a good leader and a good group member. The program accomplishes this by providing opportunities for students to participate in a co-curricular organization that enriches their college experience and supports the education of the whole person, as well as providing student support for Chatfield activities and events. Chatfield’s Leadership group spearheaded projects such as assisting the Hope Emergency Program with volunteers for their Christmas gift distribution week, supervising children’s games and events at Chatfield’s annual Homecoming Fall Festival, leading tours of the campus for special events, and sponsoring an Easter Egg hunt on the St. Martin Campus. Scholarships are one of the vital resources available to students for financing their college education. In addition to the 23 named scholarships at Chatfield College, there are several additional scholarships provided by forwardthinking businesses and organizations. For the past three years, U.S. Bank Arena and the Cincinnati Cyclones have collaborated with Chatfield College to offer can-

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Township Trustee meeting March 10 to update trustees and residents on what they have been up to the past year. “We closed in February of last year,” Mills said. “Two weeks after the governor was there, we started the building renovation.” Mills said the extensive renovations included tearing off every inch of the roof, making extensive repairs to the floors, replacing 15 miles of sprinkler piping in the building, power washing all of the

structures, using 30,000 gallons of paint, installing new lighting fixtures, and much more. “The whole building is basically brand new, except for the structural steel,” Mills said. He said the size and design of the plant allowed them to be flexible with the space, but they didn’t have to construct a brand new plant, which could have cost twice as much. “We’ve spent well over tens-of-millions of dollars,” Mills said about the investment. “It has been a great project.” In addition, Mills said they have hired more than 100 employees with most residing in Clermont, Brown and Adams counties. “One of the exciting things has been coming to Clermont County and bringing 145 families work,” Mills said. Mills said they have been pleased with the employees. “We are very, very happy with the folks we’ve hired and happy

with the services they provide,” he said. Mills said they produced their first plastic cup at the plant in October. He said the company currently sells cups from the facility to a variety of vendors in the food industry including Arby’s, Burger King, and more. Mills said by the end of the year, they will be producing 1.5 billion cups annually from the plant. He said they are planning for continued growth for the next two years as they expand at the site. “We are very excited about what the rest of this year will bring, and in 2015,” Mills said. Batavia Township Trustees thanked Mills for coming by to talk about the company. Administrator Rex Parsons said while many think of the building as the old Ford plant, it has become much more, especially with the addition of Huhtamaki. “We are so glad to have them in our community,” Parsons said.

Hutamaki opens for business in Batavia Township By Kristin Rover Sun staff

Just a year ago, officials with Huhtamaki, a global packaging manufacturer, announced that the company would be opening a manufacturing center in the former Ford plant in Batavia Township. Today, the plant is up and running after months of renovations and preparations. Richard Mills, director of operations at Huhtamaki in Batavia Township, stopped by the Batavia

The Boar’s Head is the place to stop when you travel to East Fork State Park

The Boar’s Head Bait and Carry Out has been in business for nearly two decades. The store is located at 2818 Old State Route 32 between Williamsburg and Batavia, a mere 300 yards from the north entrance to East Fork State Park. Even after being in business nearly 20 years, owner Mike Arnold still opens the store every day, and he runs the business with his wife Renee, children Johnathon, Brandon, Mike, Chelsea, and sisterin-law Wendy Vestring. Arnold, a Williamsburg native, says that before he bought the business, he saw an opportunity in all of the people that the park draws to the area. “I bought the store almost 20 years ago,” Arnold said. “My idea was to cater to the fishermen, campers, and to the local businesses in the area.” The Boar’s Head is the place to gas up your cars,

trucks, and boats, and the store carries live fishing bait and a large selection of hunting and fishing supplies. The store also carries everything campers, fishermen and hunters, and other outdoor enthusiasts might need for a quick lunch or a dessert. The menu includes everything from cold cut sandwiches and chips to hoagies, and pizza. The Boar’s Head also serves soft serve ice cream, and makes sundaes and banana splits. Arnold says that he recently redesigned the store, adding 170 new grocery items, 64 new soft drinks and 67 new beer and wine items in a new, larger cooler. And he says that he is expecting a banner year this summer. He said that a new manager has taken over at the park and that renovations at the campground, including new

From left are Renee Arnold, Johnathon Arnold, Brandon Arnold, Mike Arnold, and Chelsea Arnold.

restrooms, are complete. The improvements at the park and the effects of a long, hard winter will be enough, Arnold believes, to draw record numbers of people to the park. “This was about the worst winter since 1977,” Arnold said. “Everybody definitely has cabin fever. I think people are chomping at the bit to get out camping and get on the water.” The Boar’s Head also sponsors a crappie tournament every year. The first tournament this year will be Sunday, March 30. For more information, call The Boar’s Head at (513) 732-2511.

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Area veterinarian says knee injuries in dogs are on the rise

Buddy, the Labrador retriever is chasing a squirrel out of his back yard. Suddenly, he lets out a yelp, and begins to hold up his right rear leg. In the ensuing days, the lameness persists, so his owner calls the vet and schedules an appointment. Upon examination of the leg, the veterinarian makes a couple manipulations, and although Buddy is uncomfortable, he patiently tolerates the intrusion. The doctor looks at Buddy’s owner and gives the diagnosis: Ruptured Cranial Cruciate Ligament. In other

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words, Buddy has a torn ACL. For Batavia veterinarian, Dr. Tim Fouts this scenario is all too familiar. According to Dr. Fouts, he did surgery on approximately sixty dogs with the injury last year. An all-time high number of cases for his practice, Hillside Small Animal Hospital. Says Fouts, “Statistically speaking, it’s expected that 2-4% of the pet dog population will wind up with an injury to cranial cruciate ligament in their lifetime. Of these dogs, half will go on to injury the ligament in the op-

posite leg”. According to Dr. Fouts, certain popular breeds are more likely to suffer the injury, including Rottweilers, Newfoundlands, Staffordshire Terriers, Mastiffs, Akitas, Saint Bernards, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, and Retrievers. Labrador “Studies have also suggested that females and neutered dogs have a slightly increased risk of injuring the ligament. The exact reason for this finding is unknown and the benefits of neutering your pet (such as decreased risk of can-

cer) certainly outweigh this increased risk”, says Fouts. But, what seems unusual to Dr. Fouts is the number of y o u n g e r, seemingly fit dogs presented to him with the injury. “We were taught in vet school that this was an injury of older, overweight dogs.” When asked to what he attributes the rising number of cases he’s seeing, he can only speculate. “Today’s pet dog no longer works for a living”, he says. “Over several decades, animals that were bred to hunt, herd the livestock and protect the home have become sedentary, whiling away the hours while families are busy with school and work. Then they go out and run around on the weekend!” He then goes on to theorize that this leads to a lack of muscular support in a dog’s knee, making the cruciate ligament more vulnerable to injury. If you suspect your dog may have an injured cranial cruciate lig-

ament, you should call your veterinarian and schedule an appointment as soon as possi-

ble. Your veterinarian may recommend surgery. However, not all veterinarians perform orthopedic surgery, so it’s important to ask your veterinarian what he or she recommends. “We see patients from other area hospitals all the time. Mostly, these are referred by veterinarians who don’t feel comfortable performing the surgery themselves.” It’s not necessary for a veterinarian to be specially trained or certified in orthopedic surgery, although these certifications are available. According to Dr. Fouts, who is not board-certified, “There are several different techniques, but overall, surgery is about 85-90% effective at returning a dog’s knee to

near-normal function after cruciate injury.” So, what can be done to protect your dog’s knees?” It’s simple”, says Dr. Fouts, “A leash and a measuring cup.” In other words, controlling your pet’s w e i g h t through judicious feeding, and giving him or her regular, moderate exercise through walking or jogging goes a long way in keeping their joints healthy. “My staff is well-trained to counsel pet owners on controlling their pet’s weight. This is one of the single most important things you can do for your dog’s joints”, says Fouts. After eight weeks of “house arrest”, Buddy is back to taking his owner on short leash walks. Pretty soon he’ll be back to chasing squirrels in the back yard. For more information on canine cruciate ligament injury, or any other pet health topic, call Hillside Small Animal Hospital at (513) 735-0888, or visit www.hillsidesmallanimalhospital.com.

Bethel streetscape work has begun By Kristin Bednarski Sun staff

The village of Bethel has begun seeing changes on Plane Street that are part of the village’s streetscape project. Councilwoman Donna Gunn said people continuously ask her when the village is going to improve the look of Plane Street. “Here we are with the help of grant money,” Gunn said. She said they are looking at sidewalk options, curb options, pole lighting, grass strips, and traffic signal arms to improve Plane Street. The streetscape project will be an ongoing project, according to village administrator Travis Dotson. Dotson said the streetscape project is funded by the Ohio Public Works Commission. “The purpose of the project is to repair the infrastructure of our storm water system by replacing the curbs, gutters and storm drains,” Dotson said. “As we complete

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this we will also be replacing sidewalks and added some stamped sections to add to the appeal.” Dotson said they will also be adding “carriagestyle” street light posts and moving utilities back a block on either side of Plane Street so that wires are not running overhead along the street. “The plan is to complete this project in six phases,” Dotson said. After all six phases are complete West Street to East Street will be com-

plete, along with curb and storm drain replacements, which will also extend outside the corporation limit. He said the first phase will be from Ash Street to Main Street. “The first phase was awarded at an estimated cost of $583,000,” Dotson said. “And we will continue to submit phases each year until all are hopefully awarded.” Dotson said they will continue the phases as bids are awarded.

Photo by Art Hunter Construction crews replace storm sewer lines in Bethel.

Senior housing facility opened in Batavia

Dimmitt Woods senior housing facility, Batavia.

Clermont County Senior Services has built a new senior housing facility in Batavia, filling an important need for senior housing in the area. The new facility, called Dimmitt Woods Senior Housing, was named after Ezekiel Dimmitt, the founder of the village of Batavia. The new building is located where his original homestead once stood. The new facility is Clermont County’s seventh housing project for low-income seniors. The facility was designed for seniors still able to care for themselves. There are 40 single bedroom units in the new complex. With the addition of this seventh housing facility, there are now 264 total units in Clermont County. “There are 207 on the waiting list for these units,” said Cindy Jenkins Gramke, executive director and CEO of Clermont County Senior Services. “The waiting list really reflects the need for this housing.” The project was funded by Section 202 of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Before con-

struction began, the federal government voted to suspend funding for HUD 202 while establishing the federal budget for 2012. The program can not fund any new projects. “I want to stress that no levy dollars were used to build these units,” Gramke said. “Levy dollars are to serve the people, not build housing.” As for the HUD 202 program, Gramke is hopeful that the government will realize its worth and refund it. “It’s important for seniors to have the opportunity to live in safe, affordable housing,” she said. “We will continue to advocate for the program. HUD 202 has been a very successful program.” Construction on the project began in spring of 2012 and was completed spring 2013. Each of the county’s seven facilities include an onsite manager, secured entry doors, emergency pull cords, smoke detectors, elevators, individually controlled heating and cooling systems, coin operated laundry, community rooms, outdoor patios, and are

wheelchair accessible. “I feel very secure here,” said current resident Bertha Sullivan. “It’s quiet and open. We get fresh air here.” “I was inactive before I came here,” said resident Carolyn Wood. “I need to be more active, and I think I’ll be able to do that here.” The residents were also impressed with the walking trail that wraps around the building and passes the two ponds. They expressed excitement about seeing deer and other wildlife around the building. “It’s like living in the country,” Sullivan said. “It’s great.” To be accepted for the housing, applicants must be at least 62 years of age with an annual income less than $24,050 or less than $27,500 for two people. Residents pay 30 percent of their annual income. All utilities are included except cable television and telephone. “We’re very excited about this project,” Gramke said. “These things take a long time to complete, and we’re very excited to see it come to completion.”

Moler Raceway Park is the area’s fastest 1/4 mile dirt oval track

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

Manager, Bethany Moler driving her way to 9th place in points in her first season. The Moler’s son, Joey is responsible for all aspects of the track. And Kevin and his Mom, Dad and Uncles Tom and Mark Moler are all responsible for putting on a great show every week. The Moler Family has been involved in racing for five generations, starting in the 50’s when Victor “Ike” Moler and his wife Rosemont owned and operated Mt. Orab Speedway on Route 68. Many famous drivers were attracted to that track just as they are to Moler Raceway Park today. In fact some of the drivers who raced at Mt. Orab Speedway in the 50’s have another generation racing today at Moler Raceway Park. Going into its 8th Season with the 2014 Season set to go on

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

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

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

the past three years has led to the need for a capital campaign to fund the creation of a new state-ofthe-art campus near Findlay Market in Over-the-Rhine, overdue upgrades and improvements to buildings and grounds at our historic main campus in St. Martin, and an increased endowment to provide scholarships to deserving students. “Building Community” is a $5 million campaign, derived from one of the nine counsels of St. Angela Merici, who founded the Ursulines in 1535. “Build Community Wherever You Go” is St.

Angela’s Fifth Counsel, and reflects the significant legacy of the Ursuline Sisters as well as Chatfield’s commitment to higher education and service. The $5 million campaign will increase the existing endowment for student scholarships, fund renovations to the College’s historic St. Martin campus in Brown County, Ohio, and support the renovation of 1544 Central Parkway in Over-theRhine, the recently purchased 18,000 square foot building that will provide a permanent, downtown campus for Chatfield Colcontinued on page 13

Clermont Chamber of Commerce, bringing success to Clermont County for 45 years For forty-five years the Clermont Chamber of Commerce has been working to capitalize on the assets of Clermont County to make it the preferred place to locate, operate and grow a successful business. This work is the responsibility of our members, directors and staff, who in total provide hours and days of effort so that there are job opportunities for those seeking work, and so that we grow our tax base to support the quality of life we enjoy. In 2013 we now saw the results of over fifteen years of effort to improve highway accessibility into the heart of Clermont County. The “Family of Projects” highway program is under construction in the Eastgate Area, preceded ten years ago by the Milford Commerce Park interchange expansion, the add-alane project on I-275, and construction of Olive Branch Stonelick Road interchange on State Route 32. Eastern Corridor components including the State Route 32 Relocation, the Oasis Rail Transit commuter line, and the Red Bank Road Corridor improvements are under study. Needs such as improved access and mobility, easing of congestion, travel safety, and the efficient movement of people, good and services are now driving growth in Clermont that will continue for decades. For the first time in years, high density multi-family construction is underway in many parts of the county, designed to support job growth in our employment centers. Retail activity in-

cludes significant new construction, renovation, and expansion. Many of these accomplishments are the result of strong publicprivate partnerships led by Community Improvement Corporations, Joint Economic Development Districts, the Port Authority, and the Clermont County Transportation Improvement District. Across the State of Ohio our community is recognized as a place where government collaboration and a probusiness orientation permit us to move at a very quick pace. The Clermont County Chamber Foundation is supportive, launching in 2013 the LEAD Clermont Alumni Association where the promise of our graduates will be put to action. The Agenda for the Future community conversation project began with a small group of leaders at Krippendorf Lodge. There was agreement that we have great accomplishments in Clermont County and even bigger wishes for the future. Workforce development is a significant in-

vestment, with the Work Readiness Initiative building school district leadership teams, a county-wide life skills teams, and a measurement system - to be sure that the effort is having impact. We now boast over fifty companies working with traditional school districts and careertechnical schools so that our youth are better prepared for job opportunities now and in the future. Our nation is in economic recovery, and economist Brian Beaulieu of ITR Economics says it is time to make your move, change the way you look at your business, and increase your bottom line. Join us at the Chamber and be part of the asset pool that we use to build the best place to locate, operate and grow your company.

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Rehabilitative Therapy for People with Parkinson’s Lori Malone, Occupational Therapist at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, along with Blake Spiller, Physical Theraptist at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, recently earned their certification in the LSVT (Lee Silverman’s

Voice Treatment) BIG Parkinson’s treatment program. LSVT BIG (which compliments LSVT LOUD, which is also offered at Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center) is training is for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other related movement or

speech disorders. Terry Bastin, Speech Therapist at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabiltation Center, also earned a certificate in the LSVT LOUD Parkinson’s treatment program. According to Malone, having LSVT certified care providers is a

unique benefit for Parkinson’s patients in the surrounding areas. “Our LSVT certified providers provide Parkinson’s treatment that is not available at any other health care facilities within a 75 mile radius!,” she said. “Having three LSVT certified therapists en-

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sures that our patients will receive comprehensive care that will truly improve their quality of life.” Both LSVT LOUD and LSVT BIG are based on the principles of an intensive amplitude-based exercise program for the motor system. LSVT BIG focuses on body movements. The goal of the program is to teach individuals with Parkinson’s disease to use bigger movements automatically in everyday living with long-term carryover. LSVT LOUD enhances voice output. It focuses on loudness, respiration for speaking with increased motor control to improve speech intelligibility. Contact Nikki Pelvit at 937.378.4178 to find out more about Parkinson’s Therapy treatment at the Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Villa Georgetown Skilled Nursing & Re-

habilitation Center has been providing quality care in Brown County for over 26 years. It is an 88 bed facility and are Medicare and Medicaid certified for Skilled and Intermediate levels of care. Villa Georgetown also has a state-of–the art rehabilitation center that serves both in-patient residents and out patient members of the community. Villa Georgetown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides inpatient and outpatient rehab services. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including Cardiac Recovery, Pulmonary Rehab, Sports Medicine, Pediatric therapy, Pain modalities, and much more. To receive outpatient therapy, new patients will need to obtain a physicians order. To learn more about the LSVT program, you can visit www.lstvglobal.com.

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

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