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ACRMC Terminates Affiliation with Christ Hospital, Signs with Mercy Health

Adams Country Regional Medical Center (ACRMC), the regional leader of health care services for patients, families and the community, has decided to terminate its affiliation with The Christ Hospital.

ACRMC will continue to do business with The Christ Hospital, as well as, with the other hospitals in the greater Cincinnati area, but will terminate the broader affiliation agreement. ACRMC remains committed to providing quality health care services and will continue to support our patients, families and the community. The termination of this affiliation agreement with Christ Hospital will not impact that commitment.

Mercy Health, which provides quality care with compassion in your neighborhood, announces that it has signed an affiliation agreement with Adams County Regional Medical Center (ACRMC). This affiliation is an alliance based on coopera-

tion between the partners, each remaining independent of each other, but working together to improve the quality and costeffectiveness of and increase access to, health care services in the communities that we serve. ACRMC is not being “sold” to Mercy Health.

Mercy Health and ACRMC will leverage Mercy Health’s proven best practices to expand services at the hospital and enable ACRMC to continue providing residents of Adams County with high quality care close to home.

Mercy Health will provide specialty care services not available currently at ACRMC. Mercy Health Physicians will supplement ACRMC’s physician group with specialists, including cardiologists, and will help ACRMC recruit and employ more primary care and specialist physicians to better meet the needs of the community it serves.

“ACRMC has served as a vital resource for residents of Adams County for more than 60 years,” said James May, President and CEO of Mercy Health.

“Mercy Health looks forward to helping ACRMC fulfill its potential as a leading, community-based healthcare provider.”

“Mercy Health is our next door neighbor down the road and it can complement services that we do not have, such as an intensive care unit or cardiac cath lab. We can work together to expand the services that we can provide here and make the access to care easier for our residents and the drive shorter for more intensive care,” said Saundra Stevens, CEO of Adams County Regional Medical Center.

Operating as a 25-bed critical access hospital, ACRMC has an emergency department with 14 private rooms; a large, double operating room surgical suite, including an endoscopy suite and a large same-day surgery suite; sleep studies center, outpatient IV therapy suite, outpatient observation facility and four off-site offices. It leases five rooms to Hospice of Hope for an inpatient hospice suite.

ACRMC has maintained accreditation by The Joint Commission since 1986.

“With this agreement, Mercy Health,

which operates Mercy Health – Clermont Hospital in Clermont Country and Mt. Orab Medical Center in Brown County, expands the availability of the high quality services it provides to residents in southwest Ohio’s eastern counties,” said Jeff Graham, Mercy Health East Market Leader and President. “We’re excited to work together and find the synergies that will help us deliver the highest quality care in the region.”

Mercy Health makes quality healthcare easy to help you be well in mind, body and spirit. Mercy Health is a premier healthcare provider that has been serving Greater Cincinnati for more than 160 years. Mercy provides an integrated network of leading physicians, compassionate caregivers, comprehensive services and exceptional care at more than 80 locations across the region. The Mercy Health network of care includes six award-winning hospitals, eight senior living communities, primary care and specialty physician practices, outpatient centers, social service agencies, fitness centers and a variety of outreach programs.

ACRMC remains committed to providing quality health care services and will continue to support patients, families and the community.

Structure Fire Liberty Twp. Adams County Activity Statistics

The table below shows activity that has been produced by the Ohio State Highway Patrol for Adams County from January 1, 2012 through December 31, 2012 and also shows a previous year comparison for the same time frame. Please use the drop down selection in the right column of this page to select another county or area you would like to review.

The activity in this table is provisional and was last updated on January 7, 2013.

The West Union Fire Department and Life Squad was dispatched to a structure fire on Wednesday, January 9, at 12:54 p.m. around mile marker 9 on State Route 41, in Liberty Township.

West Union Fire Chief Jerry Kirker

said, "The cause of the fire is being determined as electrical."

The home was owned by Ray Hughes.

The mutual aid departments was Winchester Fire Department, Wayne and Byrd Township Fire Department.

Discover Yourself in Adams County 4-H Discover Yourself in Adams County 4-H! is the theme of the upcoming Adams County 4-H Week, set for Sunday, January 20, through Saturday, January 26. Throughout this week local 4-H members and their families will be celebrating their involvement in 4-H and getting geared up for the coming busy 4-H season. They’ll also be recruiting new members and families to the program.

The Adams County Commissioners will issue a resolution declaring January 20-26 as Adams County 4-H Week at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, January 14, during their weekly meeting. Kimberly Baker, 4H advisor and member of the Adams County 4-H Advisory Committee, will be on hand for the event, accompanied by additional 4-H members and advisors.

During 4-H week, members and advisors will make presentations about 4H to third and fourth graders. Students will receive basic 4-H information, a list of area clubs, and information about the 2013 summer 4-H camps. Camps are open to all interested youth, even if they do not elect to join a local 4-H club.

Again this year, students will also receive 4-H promotional pencils. 4-H information will also be available at the local libraries and at other locations throughout Adams County.

4-H members develop a wide variety of life skills, develop lifelong hobby and career interests, and acquire projectrelated knowledge and skills. They attend club meetings; elect officers and work together to plan club activities, fund raisers, and community service projects; complete project work; and attend countywide clinics, camps, and activities. The

highlight of the program for many 4-H members is the annual Adams County Fair, where members exhibit their projects and receive feedback and recognition for their work.

Several activities and events will be featured during this year’s 4-H Week.

Some clubs are planning window displays in area businesses to promote the 4H program. Members will be encouraged to wear a 4-H club shirt to school on Wednesday, to show their 4-H spirit. And, club advisors will gather at the OVCTC on Thursday evening for their annual program update. They will receive information and supplies needed to get their clubs off to a great start, in anticiptioin of the March 1 Adams County 4-H enrollment deadline.

4-H is the positive youth development program of The Ohio State University, and its programs and activities are open to all youth ages 5 and in kindergarten through age 18 as of January 1 without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or disability.

There are more than 30 communitybased 4-H clubs in Adams County, led by more than 160 active and committed adult volunteers. Youth may join 4-H at any time throughout the year, but they must be enrolled in a club by March 1 in order to exhibit projects, including animals, in the current year’s Adams County Fair. Contact OSU Extension Adams County at 544.2339 or visit our website at http://adams.osu.edu for more information, to volunteer, or for the name and contact information for a 4-H club near you.

YTD Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2012

2011

Enforcement Stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,422 Non-Enforcement Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,804 Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .838 Motorists Assists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .959 Crashes Investigated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .672 OVI Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Driving Under Suspension Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Seat Belt Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .350 Commercial Vehicle Enforcement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Case Investigations Initiated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Felony Arrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Felony Warrants Served . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Misdemeanor Summons Issued . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Misdemeanor Warrants Served . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Drug Violations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Identity Theft Enforcements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Resisting Arrest Violations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Weapons Violations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0

2,855 3,906 851 1,038 605 65 110 280 107 21 9 5 12 13 13 0 2 1

Suspect Arrested for Burglary and Theft Brown County Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reported that a suspect has been apprehended for his involvement in a burglary and theft which occurred on December 6, 2012 from a a residence in Mt. Orab. Items taken during the burglary included jewelry, firearms and clothing.

Sheriff Wenninger stated that on January 9, with assistance from the Mt. Orab Police Department, Andrew S. Mullenix, 24, Mt. Orab,

Ohio was apprehended and has been charged with Burglary, 2nd Degree Felony and Theft, 3rd Degree Felony. Mullenix was transported to the Brown County Adult Detention Center where he remains in custody awaiting a bond hearing.

Sheriff Wenninger stated that additional charges are expected to be filed.

Sheriff Wenninger would like to thank the Mt. Orab Police Department for their assistance in this matter.

Mullenix

Suspect Arrested for Multiple Thefts and Burglaries

Hartman Brown County Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reported that a suspect had been apprehended for his involvement in several burglaries and thefts which occurred between the first part of July 2012 through the end of December 2012 around the Mt. Orab and Williamsburg

areas in Brown County. The items taken included jewelry and scrap metal.

Sheriff Wenninger stated that with the assistance of the Milford Police Department, Steven A. Hartman, 23, of Edgington Road, Williamsburg, was taken into custody on January 5, near Milford.

Hartman is currently incarcerated at the Brown County Adult Detention Center and has been charged with three counts of Burglary, Felony 2nd Degree, one with an elderly specification; six counts of Theft, Felony 4th & 5th Degrees, three from a disabled adult; and three counts of Criminal Trespass.

Hartman was arraigned in Brown County Municipal Court on January 7, and was given a bond of $50,000.00

cash, surety, property.

“All of the cases remain open at this time pending further investigation, and additional arrests are expected”, said Sheriff Wenninger.

Sheriff Wenninger would like to thank the Milford Police Department for their assistance in this case.

OBITUARIES

The following obituaries are on page 2 of this week’s edition: Emma Ruth Dryden, Elizabeth (Betty) Ford, Howard E. Harris, Mary Frances Chapman-Lorenz, Billy Reed, Jr., Louise (Shelton) Rhoads, Albert W. Steward and Virginia Tolle.

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Obituaries Virginia Tolle

Virginia Tolle, 90, of Florence, Kentucky, formerly of Seaman, passed away Friday, January 4, at the Villa Spring Nursing Home in Erlanger, Kentucky.

She was born in Adams County, on September 28, 1922 the daughter of the late John and Stella (Mabry) Webb.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence Wheeler, second husband, Ray Tolle, who passed away in 2006 and two sisters: Irene Davis and Lyda McFarland.

Virginia was a school teacher in Adams County and Boone County, Kentucky.

She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, David and Brenda Wheeler, of Seaman, three grandchildren: John of Seaman, Stella of Fruitland Park, Florida and Amanda Wheeler of Seaman and three great grandchildren.

Funeral services was held on Tuesday, January 8, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, Lewis-Sullivan Chapel in Seaman. Homer Holstead officiated. Burial followed in the Cherry Fork Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Seaman American Legion Auxiliary.

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Mary Frances Chapman Lorenz

Mary Frances ChapmanLorenz, 73, of West Union, died Saturday January 5, at her residence. Mrs. Lorenz was born June 20, 1939 the daughter of the late Alva and Edith (Barr) Tomlin in Adams County. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Don Chapman and Les Lorenz, two brothers, Jimmy Dale Tomlin and Don Tomlin, Sister in law Hazel Tomlin and Nephew Steve Tomlin.

Survivors include two sons: Bill Chapman and wife Tammy, of West Union, Greg Lorenz, of Liberty Township, grandchildren, Mathew Lorenz and Nikki Chapman, one brother, Larry Jo Tomlin and wife Sharon, of Hammersville, two sister in laws, Karen Tomlin, of Sugar Tree Ridge and Helen Tomlin, of Liberty Township.

Funeral services was Friday January 11, at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union. Bill Cooper officiated. Burial followed at the Decatur Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association.

Friends and Family may sign Mrs. Lorenz online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Elizabeth (Betty) Ford

Elizabeth (Betty) Ford, 70, of Peebles, passed away Friday, January 11, at Adams County Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Portsmouth, on October 5, 1942 the daughter of the late Raymond and Dotlee (Bradney) Brodbeck.

Elizabeth was a member of American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, James Ford, of Peebles, two sons and daughters-in-law; Phillip and Jennifer Ford, of Waxhall, North Carolina and Michael and Lori Ford, of Buckeye, Arizona and five grandchildren: Bryan, Tyler, Kyle, Erin and Andrea.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 16, at 1:00 p.m. at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles. Burial will follow in Locust Grove Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 6:00 till 8:00 p.m. at the WallaceThompson Funeral Home in Peebles.

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Howard E. Harris

Howard E. Harris, 80, of West Union, died Saturday January 5, at the University of Cincinnati Hospital. Mr. Harris was born July 30, 1932 the son of the late Homer E. and Marie (Piatt) Harris in Dayton.

Survivors include his wife Donna Harris, of West Union, one son, Steven Harris and wife Crystal of West Union, one grandson, Hunter Harris, cousins: Dewey Moore, Lonnie Moore and Jimmy Moore.

Funeral services was held held Thursday January 10, at the Satterfield Chapel Church in West Union. Clarence Abbott and Danny Welch officiated. Burial followed at the Sandy Springs Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the Adams County Christian School 187 Willow Drive, West Union, Ohio 45693.

Friends and Family may sign Mr. Harris online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Billy Reed, Jr.

Billy Reed, Jr., 86 years of Peebles, passed away Tuesday, January 8, at his residence.

He was born in Leesburg, on November 24, 1926 the son of the late Carey and Ocie (Myers) Reed, Sr. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Betty (Lemons) Reed, who passed away on July 17, 1997, five brothers and one sister.

Billy attended Peebles United Methodist Church and was a member of the Peebles Lions Club and United Methodist Brotherhood.

He is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Bob and Lori Reed of Bainbridge, four daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah Severs of Bath, Pam and Pat Nichols of Waverly, Rebecca and Ralph Simone of Litchfield and Karen and Bub Ashworth of Peebles, one brother, Gene Reed of Peebles, 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Funeral services was held on Monday, January 14, at the Peebles United Methodist Church. Steve Zinser officiated. Burial followed in the Locust Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd. Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 or Peebles United Methodist Church. Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles is in charge of the arrangments.

To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

Albert W. Steward

Albert W. Steward, 84, of West Union, died Sunday, January 6, at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati. He was born June 23, 1928 in Monroe Township. He was preceded in death by parents, Walter and Loah (Miller) Steward and a daughter, Penny Lee Steward.

He is survived by wife, Frances Steward, of West Union, three sons: Derry and Billy Steward, both of West Union and Paul (Mitzie) Steward, of Russellville, three daughters: Cathy Steward, of West Union, Tammy (Terence) Evans, of Blue Creek and Mary (J.R.) Donahue, of Tiffin Township; sister, Goldie Tomlin, of Manchester, six grandchildren, many nephews and nieces.

He was a retired farmer and former employee of Lafferty Farms in West Union for 37 years (1950-1987). He was a former member and trustee of Eckmansville Christian Holiness Church. He was a US Army Veteran and served during the Korean Conflict.

Memorial donations may be made to Lafferty Funeral Home, Inc., 205 South Cherry Street, West Union, Ohio 45693.

The funeral service was Thursday, January 10, at the Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union.

Reverend Orville Wayne Leonard officiated.

The interment wass at the Manchester Cemetery in Manchester.

The Adams County Honor Guard will perform a military service.

Community News/Events Emma Ruth Dryden

Emma Ruth Dryden, 88, of Aberdeen, passed away on January 11, at the Ohio Valley Manor in Ripley. She was born October 26, 1924 in Adams County, to the late Orville and Bessie (Shelton) Bolender.

Emma was a homemaker and a member of the Ebenezer Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie Earl Dryden in February, 2000.

She is survived by two daughters: Burma (Joe) Daniels, of Manchester and Linda (Ray) Hoop, of Columbus and two sons: Ronnie Dryden and Mick (Sherri) Dryden both of Aberdeen, nine grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren and two sisters: Clara Tomlin, of West Union, and Eunice Cooper of FL. Funeral Service were held at Wilson Home for Funerals on Sunday, January 13, with the Rev. Ken Harmon and John Conley officiating. Burial followed in the Manchester Cemetery.

Friends and family may sign an online guestbook at www.wilsonhomeforfunerals.com.

The Adams County/Ohio Valley School District Board of Education will hold a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, January 17, at the Administration Office Conference Room beginning at 5:00 p.m. The purpose for the meeting is to: Discuss the Superintendent and Treasurer evaluations, to discuss negotiations, To discuss Personnel and any other business that may come before the Board.

The Southern Ohio Educational Service Center Governing Board Finance Committee will meet on Friday, January 18, at 8:30 a.m., at the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, 3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington, to make administrative decisions regarding the organizations 403 (b) plan. If you need directions to this location or call 937-382-6921 Ext. #25 or e-mail so_aunversaw@mveca.org for more information.

The Southern Ohio Educational Service Center Governing Board will have the Waddell Scholarship Committee Meeting on Tuesday, January 22, at 5:45 p.m., at the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, 3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington.

The Southern Ohio Educational Service Center Governing Board will have its organizational meeting on Tuesday, January 22, at 6:30 p.m., at the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, 3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington.

Dragons Win Over Hounds

Louise (Shelton) Rhoads

Louise (Shelton) Rhoads, 77, of West Union, formerly of Ripley, died Tuesday, January 1, at the Eagle Creek Nursing Center in West Union. She was born July 25, 1935 in Withamsville. She was preceded in death by parents, Milton Jacob and Inna (Sowder) Hackney and a son, James Gregory Shelton.

She is survived by husband, John D. Rhoads of West Union, son, William L. (Sue Ann) Shelton of Winchester, two daughters: Diana Garcia of Prescott Valley, Arizona and Deborah F. (Thomas) Smith of Liberty Township, five brothers: George Harry Hackney of Mt. Orab, Milton Nolan Hackney, Jr. of Clovis, California, Jacob Hackney, Vantis Hackney, James Robert Hackney; three sisters: Alice Adams of Amelia, Helen Miller of Owenton, Kentucky and Gladys Hackney, six grandchildren: nine great grandchildren, many nephews and nieces.

She was a former employee for Basic American Food Company in Moses Lake, Washington.

She had attended Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institution in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

She was a lifetime member of Hunting and Wildlife Clubs of America.

Memorial donations may be made to: Greater Cincinnati Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attn: Donor Services, 522 Cincinnati Mills Drive, Suite B-24B, Cincinnati, OH 45240.

The funeral service was Friday, January 11, at the Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. Pastor Randy Osman officiated.

The interment was at Linwood Cemetery in Jefferson Township in Brown County.

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Photo and story by Britney Bennington Informer Sports Friday night, January 11, game between the West Union Dragons vs the Manchester Greyhounds was one to remember, a nail biter from start to finish. Manchester made the first bucket of the night with the Dragons quickly answering back. At the end of the first quarter they were at a grid lock 12-12.

Starting the second quarter the Hounds #12 Ashton Hughes had 8 points and #33 Braxton Gaffin with 9. Dragons Kade Miller had 5 points respectively. Both teams had 10 fouls a piece and had seen numerous turnovers in the first half.

Going into half time the score was 24-21 with the Hounds lead.

The 3rd quarter both teams came out just as strong as the first half, the crowd was on their feet. Traveling accounted for a lot of the turnovers for the quarter. Dragons #41 James

Sellars stole the ball for a fast break play, passing the ball to A.J Frost who put it up and in.

Frost had 3 points on the night .

Starting into the 4th quarter the score was Dragons 38-34 and no sign of slowing down. A scuffle between teams on the baseline led to a double technical foul with Austin Smith shooting for the Hounds making one and missing the second leaving him the teams point leader of the night with 15, followed by Braxton Gaffin with 13 points and Hughes with 10.

Bobby Welch shot the Dragons Technical Foul shots making both leaving him the high scorer with 15 points followed by Trenton Price with 12.

It came down to the wire in the final minutes with the Hounds Smith busting a three pointer to help close the gap, but the Dragons held on to the lead 54-52 to seal the game.

Final score of the Game West Union Dragons 54, Manchester Greyhounds 52.

MuzzleloaderDeerHunters Harvest more than 21,000 Deer during 2013 Season Successful hunters checked 21,555 white-tailed deer during the 2013 Muzzleloader Season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

Muzzleloader season concluded on Tuesday, January 8.

The 2013 harvest total represents a 12 percent increase over the 2012 season, when hunters checked19,251 deer. The Muzzleloader harvest was 17,375 deer in 2011.

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Hunters are encouraged to donate any extra venison to organizations assisting Ohioans in need. The ODNR Division of Wildlife is collaborating with Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry (FHFH) to help pay for the processing of donated venison. Hunters who donate deer are not required to pay the processing cost as long as the deer are taken to a participating processor. To see which counties are involved in this program, go to fhfh.org.

Editor’s Note: A list of white-tailed deer checked by hunters during the 2013 muzzleloader hunting season, January 5-8, is shown below.

The first number following the county’s name shows the harvest numbers for 2013, and the 2012 numbers are in parentheses.

Adams: 347 (336) Brown: 305 (273) Highland: 318 (278) Pike: 217 (216) Scioto: 268 (276) The Total for all of Ohio's 88 counties is: 21,555 (19,251).

Tribute to Sheriff Ben Perry

Sheriff Ben Perry Sheriff Perry was shot 60 years ago on Saturday, January 12, 1953.

Adams County Sheriff Ben Perry, 64, was shot and killed on Ohio State Route 41 by two hitchhikers. Sheriff Perry stopped the two and was going to question them about a robbery.

They shot Sheriff Perry with a hand gun as he approached them and then fled in his patrol car. They abandoned the car when it became stuck in mud near Tulip. Five days later they were captured 200 miles away near Antioch in Monroe County.

Both suspects had escaped from the London Prison on December 29, 1952.

They were both convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison on May 3, 1953.

Sheriff Perry had been sworn in as sheriff exactly one week before being murdered and had previously served with the Gary, Indiana, Police Department for 20 years.

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Thursday, January 17, High 39, Low 29, Partly Sunny

Friday, January 18, High 45, Low 12, Mostly Sunny

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“OverDrive READ” will remember where you stopped reading, and you can resume reading the ebook on any computer with

Internet access.

The North Adams Fiber Crafters Circle will meet this Thursday, January 17 at 4:30 pm, when we'll be joined by Melissa Baker, who will demonstrate paper piece quilting. Learn a great technique to use up some of those fabric scraps you’ve been saving, or that bunch of charm pieces. Bring two contrasting colors to follow along. We’ll provide pattern pieces to create a five-pointed star. Everyone is welcome to join us at the Seaman Community building, every month, for the Fiber Crafters Circle.

Free, introductory computer classes will be offered at the West Union Library next Monday and Wednesday evening, January 21 and 23, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. If you’d like help learning basic computer and Internet skills, sign up to participate in these two-evening classes, and learn to interact with computers and find information on the Internet. These classes are sponsored by the Connect Ohio Program, and participants who complete the class will receive a certificate.

All Adams County Public Library locations will be open on Monday, January 21. If you have a vacation day from school or work, stop by your local public library, and discover the resources your library has to offer.

Adams County Library We’ve been offering Ereader Help Sessions at the Adams County Public Library, and community response has been strong!

You’re invited to bring your ereader, tablet, laptop, or mobile device to the library, and learn how to download ebooks, audiobooks, and more from the library’s ebook catalog. Plan to bring your device, your account information, and any connecting cables, to one of these evening Ereader Help Sessions: Monday, January 21 at 4:00 pm at the Peebles Library, Tuesday, January 22 at 4:00 pm at the West Union Library, and Wednesday, January 23 at 5:00 pm at the Manchester Library. Have questions? Call 937-587-2085 for more information.

Even without an ereader, you can get started borrowing library ebooks from home, on your computer.

Visit http://ohioebooks.org, browse or search the ebook catalog, and use your library card number and PIN to download

AUCTION

January 19th, 2013 • 10:00 AM Location: Eastern High School, 11557 State Route 62 Winchester, OH

3rd Annual Eastern FFA Alumni Consignment Auction Equipment and Vehicles: JD 750 No till Drill with Yetter Markers; 19' Tri-axle Trailer (16' tilt, new floor and brakes, ramps and has pintle hitch, 21900lb GVW, No Title); JD 40 tractor with 3pt. cultivators and sidedresser; Homemade Running Gear; 2002 400EX Fourwheeler (new carb. Good Title); STIHL Hedge Trimmer; Small Gravity Wagon; Pair of 23.1x30 tires on 10 Bolt Rims; Four 265x17 wheels and tires 8 bolt off Dodge 2500 truck; International 2400 Round Baler; Shuck Bumper and Cushion Hitch; Assorted Rake, Baler, and Hay Equipment Teeth; 9000 Ford Tractor; Wood Splitter; Lumber: Oak and Poplar 20ft Hay Wagon Bed; Oak and Poplar 16ft Hay Wagon Bed; 2 Packages of 25 each of Poplar 400BF of 1X6”X16’; 1 Package of 40 boards of Poplar 200BF 1x6x10; Oak and Poplar 4ft. Goat and Sheep Feed Trough; Cherry 200BF of 1"x random width and length; Walnut 200BF of 1"x random width and length; 1 Package of 25 of Pine 130BF of 2x4x8; Listing Updates Coming Soon!

Note: Eastern FFA will receive and retain from the proceeds of the sale as a commission from the Consignor of:$5 per item sold under $50; 10% for $50- $500; 7.5% for $501-$1000; 5% for $1001 and over; A no sale commission fee of $10 for all items. With a maximum commission fee per item of $500; -Sam Bolender Auction Services & Eastern Brown FFA will pay the Consignor the net proceeds received and collected from the sale of the property 30 calendar days after receiving payment from the buyer, after deducting its commissions.

-No titled motorized vehicles except utility vehicles such as mules, gators, 4-wheelers, Grain Trucks, and Stock Trailers will be excepted, No household or junk items.

Jamie Stout, Asst Auctioneer Tony Steele, Appr Auctioneer 545 W Fourth Street, Seaman, Ohio 45679

(937) 725-5076

Working Hard For You!!

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Library Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Extended Evening Hours: Manchester – Monday and Wednesday til 7:00 pm North Adams – Tuesday and Thursday til 7:00 pm Peebles – Monday and Wednesday til 7:00 pm West Union – Tuesday and Thursday til 7:00 pm

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Senior It’s that time of year again. You may already have, or soon will be receiving your new Award Letter from the Social Security Administration or other income such as SSI. PLEASE DO NOT MISPLACE OR DESTROY THIS LETTER! You might want to have a few copies made, as you will need this information for various programs you may want to apply for throughout the year.

Worth repeating. You may hear this often but it’s worth repeating as we continue to get calls here at the Senior Center of some new scam call that one of you has received. These particular telemarketers are trained to be persuasive and are fast talking to easily try to convince you to reveal your personal and private information. Please do not give out or even confirm your Social Security Number, bank account number or pin number(s) to anyone you don’t know or trust. If you are called on the phone and asked to give out any personal numbers, just hang up!

The longer they can keep you on the line, the better chance they have of getting information that you shouldn’t be revealing. If something seems “too good to be true” it usually isn’t! Be smart and don’t get scammed!

The Senior Citizens office and Senior Center will be open for business on Monday, January 21st for your convenience.

Remember: Deadline for switching from paper checks to electronic payments for Social Security or Supplemental Security Income is March 1, 2013.

Please contact our office for more information.

Legal Aid will be here on Tuesday, January 22nd beginning at 1:00pm.

Please note that Southeastern Ohio Legal

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Services will be scheduling the appointments through their office this year for those age 60 and over who need legal assistance.

Please contact Ms. Spradlin at 1-800-837-2508 to schedule an appointment.

Come on out and get involved in some of the activities and services we have going on every month here at the Senior Center.

On the 1st Monday & Friday each month the Adams County Veterans Services are here.

On the 3rd Monday we have Knitting Class from 1-4 pm. Each Tuesday & Thursday from 10-11 am is Gentle Chair Yoga Class. On Tuesday afternoons at 1 pm we have Movie & Popcorn time. The Scrappy Quilters Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 10 am – 3 pm. Each Thursday from 12:30-3:30 pm we play card games. We welcome anyone who would like to volunteer to help with any activities you might be interested in doing.

Your involvement and input helps us to serve you better.

Services and activities are FREE. It’s YOUR Senior Center. We want YOU to enjoy it. For more info: 544-3979. Office hours are Mon.-Fri. 8:00a.m.

– 4:30p.m.

Movie/Popcorn Feature.

On Tuesday, January 22nd at 1:00pm our Movie & Popcorn feature will be the 1954 film “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” starring Howard Keel and Jane Powell, among others to make this musical film very entertaining. Come on out and enjoy this movie with us, everyone is welcome!

Have you gotten your dog tag yet? You have until January 31st to get one without paying the penalty.

Remember, beginning February 1st, the Adams County Dog Warden will be conducting door-to-door

license checks. Whether you live in the village or in the country, whether the dog is kept inside or out, every dog over three months of age is required to be licensed. Tags are $10.00 per single tag and $50.00 for kennel license. After Jan. 31st, the price doubles.

For more information please contact the Adams County Auditor’s Office at 544-2364.

Looking to become more fit? We have exercise equipment here at the Senior Center, such as a tread mill and exercise bikes. Any senior age 60 and over is welcome to use the equipment, just bring in a doctor’s note. We will be happy to show you how to use them.

HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) is a federally funded program designed to help eligible Ohioans meet the cost of home heating. Bring a current heating bill, electric bill, proof of income, social security numbers, birth dates of everyone living in household and proof of US citizenship for primary applicant (birth certificate, Ohio driver’s license, passport, baptismal record, voter’s registration or a signed verification from another US citizen). At Senior Citizens our emphasis is placed on reaching the elderly, 60+, homebound and/or disabled. Guidelines must be met to qualify. We have applications at the Senior Center and an OutReach Aide available to assist you. For more information call Teresa at 5443979.

JUST A THOUGHT: We all have our own life to pursue, our own kind of dream to be weaving. And we all have some power to make wishes come true, as long as we keep on believing.

Teresa Carr, PR/Social Service Asst.

A New Year…New Resolutions Happy 2013…and with the New Year, brings those resolutions that we all make and try to stick with, but sometimes fall short by the end of January. Even if you falter with your resolutions at times, never give up! Especially for older adults – your resolutions should be positive and something ongoing that can support a healthy and happy life for you. We found some great suggestions online at www.sheknows.com under “Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for S e n i o r s ” ( h t t p : / / w w w. s h e knows.com/health-andwellness/articles/850491/5-antiaging-new-years-resolutions-for-seniors) – we added a few tips of our own and a couple new ones at the end. Try a few out and support your healthy and positive lifestyle in 2013.

Participate in Cognitive Health Activities - mental health is an important aspect of health that we tend to overlook as we extol the benefits of staying physically fit. Keep your mind engaged and stimulated through a language class, book club or by playing brain games and trivia on the computer. Our Area Agency on Aging District 7 Art Show is coming up in May – let your inner artist shine and join us for the fun! For other activities in your area, check with your local Senior Center.

Exercise or Start a New Physical Activity - exercise doesn't have to be exhausting, and it certainly doesn't have to feel like work. Older adults are increasingly looking to classes such as yoga and tai chi to not only increase physical health, but to meet people and widen their social circles. Our Agency offers some initiatives that support falls management, better balance, and helpful tips for living with a chronic disease – call us at 1-800-582-

7277 to learn more.

Eat More Fresh Foods processed foods are easy to throw together for a meal, but they come with a host of health issues and concerns.

Make a promise to eat more fresh and healthy fruits and vegetables and you'll see a noticeable difference in the way you look and feel.

Make Your Home Safer according to the Centers for

grams, prostate screenings, flu shots and yearly wellness visits with a physician who accepts Medicare coverage.

To learn more about what services are included, log on to http://www.medi care.gov/coverage/preventiveand-screening-services.html.

If you are living with a chronic disease, call our Agency to learn more about our Chronic Disease Self-Management Classes that are offered in selected counties throughout our district.

Spend More Time Pamela K. Matura, with Family and Friends Executive Director – life can become so busy that we sometimes Monthly Column forget to make time for the important people in life – our family and friends.

Schedule a Disease Control, one in three weekly or monthly dinner adults over the age of 65 falls with those special people in each year. Many of these falls your life. Staying in contact are preventable, especially if with those who are close to home safety tips are imple- you is important not only for mented. Tips like moving your well-being, but also for cords out of walkways, having your safety. If you need help good lighting near beds, and or assistance, make sure you taping down edges of carpet know the family and friends and rugs can help tremendous- you can turn to and make ly with decreasing the number sure they are familiar with and severity of falls for sen- your schedule and whereiors. For seniors in Ross or abouts.

Scioto County, the local SHIP Learn More About Your (Senior Home Information Community – do you know Program) is a free program the resources in your commuthat can assist older adults age nity and what is available for 60 and over with a home safe- help and assistance? Our ty check to identify problems Agency is here to not only that make an individual sus- help you with questions conceptible to burglaries, fires, or cerning long-term care, but injuries due to falls. Call us at we can also help you find and 1-800-582-7277 to learn more. identify resources in the comSchedule Regular Check- munity to help you with home Ups - unfortunately, with age and community-based care comes an increased risk of ill- and other helpful programs ness and other complications and services. Knowing what such as high blood pressure, is available in your communiosteoporosis and other med- ty can help support a healthy ical conditions. Making sure life for you, your family, that you schedule a regular friends and neighbors. Give annual checkup can help in our Resource Center a call if early detection and prevention. you have questions about the Medicare Part B (Medical resources that are in your Insurance) includes a number community – call us at 1-800of preventive and screening 582-7277 or e-mail at services such as mammo- info@aaa7.org.

This week we are featuring the hour glass quit block. Said to resenble an egg timer, it is a great block to use in a border of as an all over design. this versitle block can be used in a border, as a border, or as an over all design. to cut the blocks. simply cut squares that are 1 and 3.4 inches larger than the desired finish block. Stack, cut on a diagnal from corner to corner. Simple and effective if made with contrasting fabric. Next week we will have a craft followed by a return to the Civil War Quilt Challenge.

Dear Miss Needles Dear Miss Needles: On a lot of the craft shos, there is felting and penny rugs with wool. Wool used to make me itch and it is expensive. Any ideas? I like the look of some of the items. and what is the process? Signed Penny Dear Penny: The wool fabrics today and the commercial felt you can buy is much different from thefabrics ten ot twenty years ago.

I made a penny rug, all applique, with felt I purchased at the store. It was pretty east, felt, embroidery floss, embroidery needle and scissors. I made my own pattern by sung a water bot-

tle cap for the penny pattern, and I cut out flowers. I used the blanket stitch to attach the pennies to each piece as I appliqued the penny rug together. You can make these as candle mats, place mats, etc. Good luck and send the paper a picture of your completed project.

Dear Miss Needles: I saw someone knitting on television the other morning and it looked like they were using skewers. Were they?

Signed - Nedra Dear Nedra: Could have been. I have used the wood skewers to knit book marks and I have seen people teach kids by having

them make their needles and then to knit in the stockingete stitch. As long as the strink or warn or what ever you are knitting can slide freely between the needles, you could use anything.

The trick is having somethin keep the stitches from sliding off the other end so that you do not drop stitches. I am good at that, dropping stitches. Let me know if you try, and good luck.

Do you have a question you would like miss needles to answer? Please write to her at The Informer or e-mail her at dearmissneedles @yahoo.com and I will try and answer your question.

Winter Physical Activity: Don’t Hibernate, Participate During the winter months, it can be especially difficult for some people to fit physical activity into their day. Many people who enjoy being physically active outside when it is warm find it challenging to identify activities that they can do indoors to get their muscles moving and their heart pumping. It is also common for some people to just want to curl up under a blanket after getting home from work or school to keep warm during the winter months.

There are plenty of things we can do in our homes or work places to get physical activity. Stairways, for example, are great for getting in a little activity.

If your office building has stairs, you can reserve at least 10 minutes of your lunch break for taking a few trips up and down the stairs. Aim to do at least another 10 minutes after the workday is done. You can also take a few trips up and down the stairs in your home. A few local businesses have walking groups.

The groups walk laps around the hallways in their office building during lunch and after work. Try to get some co-workers together and get a group started at your workplace. There are also a number of activities you can do using your office chair or kitchen chair. Visit WebMD (http://www.web md.com/fitnessexercise/video/office-exer-

cises-in-5-minutes) for a video of exercises you can do at your office.

Visit the library for different fitness videos or DVDs that you can borrow each week. When at the grocery store, take a few extra laps around the store before starting your shopping. Check with a fitness or community center to see if they will let you pay for only the months or classes you want instead of the

minutes of activity into each day, think of it more as limiting sitting and laying down to 23.5 hours per day.

Viewing it this way, we have 23.5 hours in each day to do whatever we want—work, sleep, eat, watch TV, play on the computer, etc.—and at least 30 minutes for physical activity.

In addition to physical activity, it is important to take part in other healthy habits like eating well, being safe in the sun, and Amy L. Habig Extension Educator, maintaining healthy Most Family and relationships. people spend a large Consumer Sciences portion of their day at Ohio State their workplace, so University Extension - Adams, Brown and what better place to incorporate wellness Highland Counties than the workplace! If you are looking for whole year.

Visit the ways for your worksite or Centers for Disease Control community group to start and Prevention website (or enhance) health/wellness (http://www.cdc.gov/physi- activities for its employees calactivity/everyone/videos/ or members, contact Amy ) for videos of some muscle Habig, Family and strengthening activities you Consumer Sciences can do at home. Remember Extension Educator with to always check with your Ohio State University physician before starting a Extension, at 937-393-1918 new exercise program. or habig.13@osu.edu. Ohio The 2008 Physical State University Extension Activity Guidelines for offers programs and workAmericans recommend shops on a variety of topics adults get at least 150 min- including: diabetes, heart utes of moderate-intensity health, sun safety, food physical activity per week preservation, food safety, (which averages out to quick and healthy meal about 30 minutes of activity preparation, healthy 5 days of the week). I finances, healthy relationrecently viewed a presenta- ships, and more! tion that put this amount of Programs/workshops can activity into a very interest- take place during the lunch ing perspective. Instead of hour, during the workday, or thinking of it as fitting in 30 in the evening.

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The Informer - Tuesday, January 15, 2013 - 5

Politics & Government

Ohio Has Changed with the Times I can only imagine what it would have been like to have been a member of the Ohio House of Representatives in 1803, when Ohio was admitted as the nation’s 17th state.

Delegates had already drafted the state’s original constitution, and it was a mere two weeks after our admittance that the Ohio House convened for the first time.

We have changed our constitution since then, but with the convening of the 130th General Assembly and giving my opening day speech January 7th, I could not help but think about how far we have come and how much Ohio has changed.

When Ohio became a state, it had reached a population of only 60,000 but was rapidly growing. The House consisted of a mere 30 members. The number of members increased with time, and there was a long period when the representatives did not represent equal amounts of people. Today, the House has 99 members who come from every corner of Ohio, and it is our task to represent the views of the state’s 11.5 million people.

The first Ohio House session concerned the creation of counties, levying taxes, and appropriating money for the state to oper-

ate. Although I don’t foresee Ohio’s counties changing shape anytime soon, budgeting issues remain a very integral part of what it means to govern.

Just like every two-year session, the Ohio House will

net decrease in cost to the taxpayers.

In the past General Assembly, our state accomplished considerable job growth and economic advancement, improved its competitiveness nationwide, and expressed leadership in many important policy areas.

With Ohio’s unemployWilliam ment rate down to 6.9 Batchelder percent and job growth Speaker of the totaling more than Ohio House 100,000 jobs, it is (R) important that we continue on this path. soon undergo the process of Many House members evaluating and adopting the were recently sworn in who state operating budget. It is a come from all walks of life, massive piece of legisla- and I’m confident that we tion—the most important will be able to get the job one we deal with—and it done and leave Ohio in a requires a great deal of time better position for the and effort to analyze, future. Although there are review, and ultimately pass. many issues today that did It is very likely that a new not exist when our state was school funding formula will founded, we have adapted, be included in it this year, and the members of the and we are also hoping to Ohio House of make very important tax Representatives are reforms in the near future. equipped to find the right As the budgeting solutions to our state’s process moves forward, the many challenges.

House Finance and It has been my privilege Appropriations Committee to serve in the Ohio House meetings will be broadcast for more than 35 years, and I live on the internet, making am now the second longestthe legislative process all serving member. I continue the more transparent. The to enjoy this work, and I will members of the committee be sure to keep you will also continue to use informed as we move foriPads in an effort to go ward during the 130th paperless, which will be a General Assembly.

Absentee and Provisional Ballot Reports for 2012 Presidential Election Record number of absentee ballots cast; More provisional ballots counted than in 2008 Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted today released reports for absentee and provisional ballots cast in the 2012 Presidential Election. These reports show that a record number of absentee ballots, 1.86 million, were cast and counted, and a higher percentage of provisional ballots were counted than in prior presidential elections.

Efforts to expand voting opportunities and implement policies that ensure more ballots are counted have worked.

During the 2012 Presidential Election, more than 1.26 million voters cast an absentee ballot by mail, while more than 600,000 cast an absentee ballot in person – more than 1.86 million overall. In 2008, the total number of absentee ballots cast, both by mail and in person, was roughly 1.74 million. The increase in absentee voting is a result of two key policy changes implemented for the first time by Secretary Husted: 1.) All properly registered voters received an absentee ballot application in the mail; and 2.)

Uniform days and hours for in-person absentee voting were established statewide

increasing the number of voting hours available to most voters.

Secretary Husted’s office also issued a report on provisional ballots for the 2012 Presidential Election. Of the 208,087 provisional ballots cast this past election, 173,765 (83.5 percent) were counted, up from 166,870 (80 percent)

ballot envelope. In January 2012, the Secretary of State’s office rolled out a new provisional ballot envelope that asked voters to provide only what it is required under law – printed name, form of identification and signature.

Additionally, Secretary Husted worked to improve the information contained in Ohio’s statewide voter database ahead of the election, which county GUEST boards of elections use to COLUMN verify the identity of a Secretary of State voter and ensure that all John Husted eligible votes are countR-Ohio ed. Specifically, more than 160,000 deceased voters were verified and removed, more than in 2008. Of the 34,322 pro- 300,000 duplicate registravisional ballots rejected this tions were cleared and the year, the vast majority, information contained in 20,119 (58.6 percent), were the database was bolstered not eligible to be counted through partnerships with because the person was not agencies such as the Ohio registered to vote in Ohio. Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Nearly 40,000 provisional The 2012 Presidential ballots were rejected in Election ran smoothly and I 2008. thank Ohio’s elections offiThanks to improve- cials for their hard work ments we made to Ohio’s and dedication. It is imporprovisional ballot process tant that we build on the and our election system successes we’ve had and overall, more provisional continue our work to ballots were counted this improve Ohio’s system of year. elections for the future.

To improve Ohio’s proThe official turnout for visional ballot process, the 2012 Presidential Secretary Husted worked Election was 5,632,423. with local elections offi- The number of registered cials and key interest voters for the 2012 groups to simplify and Presidential Election was streamline the provisional 7,987,697.

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Tax Relief forForeclosure Assistance Extended Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine praised the extension of tax relief to distressed homeowners who receive relief from the National Mortgage Settlement.

The tax provisions, requested by DeWine and 38 other Attorneys General, were passed and signed into law on January 1st as part of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012.

"The National Mortgage Settlement is an important tool to help those affected by the housing crisis, many of whom face financial hardships.

That is why it makes so little sense to tax benefits received from the settlement," said Attorney General DeWine. "The passage of this common sense relief ensures Ohio families will not be penalized for participating in the settlement."

In February 2012, DeWine and 48

Attorneys General signed a National Mortgage Settlement with the nation's five largest mortgage servicers.

The Settlement provides $17 billion in debt reduction and other relief to homeowners.

A report in November by the settlement monitor noted that the servicers reported providMike DeWine ing more than 4,500 mortgage Ohio Attorney Ohioans relief totaling than General $165 million.

(R) Pursuant to the Mortgage Debt Relief Act, which went into effect in 2008, many types of forgiven mortgage debt provided to a homeowner in financial hardship may be excluded from a taxpayer's calculation of taxable income. However, this tax relief was set to expire on December 31, 2012. The legislation passed by congress extends the relief until January 1, 2014.

December Jobs Report - The unemployment rate stalled at 7.8 percent As the number of people unemployed remains well-above pre-recession levels, Ohioans are rightly concerned about the direction of our country. This is yet another sign that we need better policies coming out of Washington to grow the economy and create jobs. I will continue to fight for pro-growth tax reform, regulatory relief, expanded exports, and other new ways to increase economic growth. But to achieve real economic recovery, Washington must also address runaway spending. Only a combination of stronger economic growth and spending restraint will work to get America back on track.

Just this week, Congress did manage to stop the huge tax increases from being

imposed on the overwhelming majority of Ohio’s tax-

economic growth.

Yesterday, I found out that I will serve as a member of the Senate Finance Committee durU.S. Senator ing the 113th Congress.

Rob Portman In my new role, I will be (R) in a better position to fight to rein in Washington’s reckless spending, modernize our antiquated and ineffipayers and job creators, but cient tax code, and reform now Washington must our important but unsusaddress the underlying tainable entitlement procauses of our nation’s weak grams.

Ronald B Lynch

Financial Advisor 481 Tucker Dr P.O. Box 218 Maysville, KY 41056 Bus. 606-759-9910 Fax 877-516-3173 www.edwardjones.com Cell 937-725-0417 ronald.lynch@edwardjones.com

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Local Politics

Adams County Commissioners The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on December 31, 2012, with the following members present: Brian Baldridge, Justin Cooper, and Roger Rhonemus. Clerk Diane Ward and Commissionerselect Stephen Caraway and Paul Worley were also present.

It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the JFS payroll of $44,485.60 for pay period December 16, 2012 through December 29, 2012 upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton.

JFS Director Sue Fulton met with the board to discuss personnel.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to enter into Executive Session at 8:49 a.m. to discuss personnel with Sue Fulton. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to reconvene at 8:51 a.m.

Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea.

It was moved by Roger

Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to accept JFS employee Judy Gray’s resignation effective 12/21/12 upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the transfers, reductions, advances, and additional appropriations for 1/1/13. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the bills.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the Life Squad Run Reimbursements for December in the amount of $1,575.00. Vote: Baldridge, abstain, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the resignation as submitted by Commissioner Roger A. Rhonemus effective December 31, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the Agreement between the Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, Inc. and the Adams County Sheriff’s

Department and the Sergeant’s Agreement between the Fraternal Order of Police, Ohio Labor Council, Inc. and the Adams County Sheriff’s Department.

Vote: All yeas.

Barb Lund, Myrna Hixson, Cecilia Osborne, William Tipton of Scenic Scioto Heritage Trail, Marcia J. Tipton, and Arc of Appalachia Preserve System Director Nancy Stranahan met with the board to discuss the Sandy Springs proposed roadside rest closure by the Ohio Department of Transportation.

Those present expressed their concerns to the board on the proposed closure and how they felt the roadside rest should remain open to the public. A possible joint collaboration between local governments and volunteers was discussed for the future maintenance of the park.

Engineer David Hook and Mike Hughes met with the board to discuss 2013 budget, and approval of the Engineer’s 2013 travel, and 2013 force account.

It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the resolution for the Adams County Engineer to proceed by “Force Account” in 2013. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the resolu-

tion authorizing travel by departments of the Adams County Engineer during 2013. Vote: All yeas.

9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne met with the board to discuss the resignation of employee Chelsea Williams.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to accept the 9-1-1 Employee resignation of Chelsea Williams effective January 4, 2013 upon the recommendation of 9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the Adams County Jail Physician contract with Dr. Larry Best upon the recommendation of Sheriff Kimmy Rogers and Prosecutor David Kelley. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the Housing Revolving Loan Fund Administration Agreement between the State of Ohio, Development Services Agency, and the Adams County Board of Commissioners upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the

Programmatic Agreement for coordination between Adams County and the Ohio Historic Preservation Office for the Administration of Programs Using HUD Allocated Funds with Delegated Review Responsibilities Authorized under 24 CFR Part 58 upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to amend the 2013 Salary Certification for E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson and Flood Administrator/CHIP Inspector David Lynch. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to establish the following 2013 Regular Session and Work Session meeting dates for the Adams County Board of Commissioners: Regular Sessions: January 7, 14, 22, 28 February 4, 11, 19, 25 March 4, 12*, 18, 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May 6, 13, 20, 29 June 4*, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 30* August 5, 12, 19, 26 September 3, 9, 16, 23, 30 October 7, 15, 21, 29* November 4, 13, 18, 25

December 2, 5, 16, 23, 31 Work Sessions – 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. or until work is completed January 9, 17, 30 February 8, 14, 22 March 7, 15, 22, 28 The regular and work session meetings will be held in the Commissioners’ office and will commence at 9:00 a.m. until business is completed with the exception of the following meetings: Evening Sessions – 6:30 p.m. until work is completed *March 12th meeting – Jefferson Township Fire House Building in Blue Creek *June 4th meeting – Bratton Township Building in Louden *July 30th meeting – Liberty Township Building *October 29th meeting – Monroe Township Fire House Building. Vote: All yeas.

Commissioner Brian Baldridge addressed Mr. Rhonemus and Mr. Cooper and thanked them for their service to the county. Mr. Baldridge stated that it has been an honor and privilege to serve with Mr. Rhonemus and Mr. Cooper and they have served the county well.

It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to adjourn at 3:05 p.m.

Vote: All yeas.

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HOMES FOR SALE HOMES

R57 – MANCHESTER – Brick home built in 2007, 2286 SF plus full finished basement, 5 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec. furnace, C/A, wood stove in basement, hardwood & tile floors, 2-car att. garage & 2-car det. brick/vinyl sided garage with bath. Home is located in nice neighborhood near school. $249,900.

R3 – WEST UNION – 1 ½ story frame home built in 1901, 1776 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, pantry, utility room, enclosed back porch, wrap-around front porch, new gas furnace, hardwood floors, new water heater, 16x24 2-story barn, .4 acre lot, former home of the last surviving civil war veteran from West Union, would be a great home to restore. PRICE REDUCED TO $43,500.

R5 – WINCHESTER – Well maintained home with vinyl siding, 1300 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, utility room, heat pump, C/A, 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, 2-car garage with electric & water, breezeway, swimming pool with deck, concrete driveway, front porch, 3 buildings, deck, white vinyl fence, nice landscaping. $99,900.

R8 – PEEBLES – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1240 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, full finished basement with 3 BR & TV room, hardwood floors, 30 ft. aboveground pool with deck, city utilities, heat pump, nice .6 acre lot. $129,900.

R13 - CHERRY FORK AREA - Very nice DW in excellent location, vinyl siding, windows & roof all replaced 6-years ago, 1152 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances & lots of cabinets, vaulted ceilings, elec. furnace, heat pump, C/A, hardwood & vinyl flooring, nice carpeting, covered front porch, nice patio, 2-car att. garage, 24x32 finished det. garage, concrete driveway, 0.88 acre. $89,900.

HOMES WITH ACREAGE

R23 - MANCHESTER - Frame home with vinyl siding, 624 SF living area, 1 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with pantry, all appliances, elec. heat, A/C, 1car garage, front & back porches, nice starter or retirement home, very neat. PRICE REDUCED TO $29,900.

R25 - WINCHESTER - Frame home with vinyl siding, 1621 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, fuel oil furnace, elec. baseboard heat, gas wall heater, flooring is combination of tile/vinyl/carpeting, 2car garage, 2 porches, 0.226 acre lot. Nice starter or rental home. $49,900.

H23 – CHERRY FORK – 20.421 acres with beautiful Cape Cod home with vinyl siding built in 2002, 2744 SF living area plus full poured basement, 4 BR, 2.5 baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with island & pantry, dining room, sun room, utility room, elec. furnace, heat pump, C/A, gas fireplace, county water, 2year-old roof, tile floors, att. 24x24 garage, concrete driveway, front & side porches, large barn, 15x48 barn. This is a beautiful county setting. A MUST SEE! $319,000.

H25 – MANCHESTER – 5.614 acres with 16x80 Century mobile home, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, gas furnace, new wood burning F/P, C/A, county water, patio, 10x12 building, 14x70 storage trailer. $49,900.

H27 - WEST UNION - 2.8 wooded acres with 640 SF frame home, would make nice weekend retreat or fixer-upper, 1 BR, 1bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, cistern, septic system. $19,000.

H29 – WEST UNION - 1.4 acres with 12x60 mobile home, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with stove top oven, fuel oil furnace, county water, small barn. PRICE REDUCED TO $17,500.

H33 – WEST UNION – 25.166 acres with approx. 23 acres wooded, frame home with aluminum siding, 1260 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, eat-in kitchen with appliances, utility room, elec. furnace, C/A, 2 garages, rear deck, large pole barn. $139,900.

R31 – MANCHESTER – Frame home with vinyl siding in a nice country setting with beautiful view, 1200 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, full basement, new gas furnace, C/A, new roof, 2-car garage, garden spot. $89,000.

H5 – WEST UNION – 2 acres +/-with 1997 Palm Harbor DW, 1647 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, new gas furnace, C/A, county water, 2-car att. garage, 15x40 barn, beautiful setting on dead end road. $139,000.

H7 - WEST UNION - 2.38 acres with 14x70 mobile home, 2 BR. 1 bath, eat-in kitchen with appliances, elec. furnace, 2 A/C, county water, septic system, 1 1/2 car garage. $55,000.

R15 – WRIGHTSVILLE – 1.316 acres with DW located in cozy Ohio River community, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, gas furnace, C/A, wrap-around porch, 2-year-old roof, shed, 2 water taps & 2 septic tanks.. $59,900. - MAKE OFFER

H35 – MANCHESTER – Top of the line Dutch DW with vinyl siding setting on 2.5 acres, 2016 SF living area, 3 BR, 2.5 baths, living room kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, gas F/P, county water, hardwood floors, 2-car att. garage, 28x32 det. garage, blacktop driveway, nice front porch & rear deck overlooking the country setting, 10x12 barn, lots of new updates & features. $139,000.

H9 – WEST UNION – 1.32 acres with 14x70 mobile home in good condition, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eatin kitchen with appliances, utility room, elec. furnace, A/C, county water, nice location on private road.

PRICE REDUCED TO $39,900.

R17 - MANCHESTER - 1 1/2 story frame home with vinyl siding, 1225 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, elec. & gas heat, C/A, gas f/p, all new windows, large covered porch, 2-car garage. Home is in great condition. $92,900.

R21 – WINCHESTER – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING - 0.918 acre with 1997 DW, 1170 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, new windows, floating floor, 2-car garage, covered front porch, concrete patio, extra lot with water & sewage. $89,900 – MAKE OFFER.

H3 - WEST UNION - Mini farm for horses or cattle, 20+ acres with beautiful 2010 Fleetwood DW, 1960 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec. heat pump, C//A, F/P, deck with hot tub, 24x36 horse barn with 3 stalls & tack room, 2 additional barns, 12 tillable acres, 7 acres of pasture, excellent location. $169,900.

R29 - PEEBLES - Exceptionally nice 3 BR home in Peebles. 1144 SF of living space. Home sets on nice lot with a big backyard. 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, utility room. Elec. furnace with heat pump, C/A, city water/sewage. This is a must-see and priced to sell at $89,900!

R33 – PEEBLES – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1142 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances & new counter top & cabinets, large storage room, elec. heat, city water/sewer, new windows, hardwood & vinyl flooring, att. garage. This is a very clean home. $53,500.

R19 – WEST UNION – 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding, 1915 SF living area, 3+ BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec. & nat. gas heat, C/A, covered front porch. PRICE REDUCED TO $49,900.

H1 – MANCHESTER – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2036 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, mother-in-law suite, living & family rooms, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, C/A, county water. Home sets on 5.434 acres with 4 acres of woods. $105,000.

24x58 detached garage with 24x12 lean-to, blacktop driveway. Home is located in a nice, private country setting on dead-end road. PRICE REDUCED TO $279,000.

R34 – MANCHESTER – Block home with aluminum siding, 1809 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, mother-in-law suite with full bath & kitchenette, heat pump, 2 ventless gas wall heaters, 2-car detached garage, carport, fenced back yard. $59,500.

R35 - CHERRY FORK - Very nice DW featuring 2 BR, 2 full baths (1 with shower, 1 with Jacuzzi), living room, kitchen with appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, floating floor, 2-car garage, 2 porches, public water, .747 acre with creek. $84,000.

H13 - WEST UNION - Frame home with vinyl siding on 12.33 acres, 2160 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, nat. gas furnace, C/A, gas F/P, 2 garages, 48x36 barn. PRICE REDUCED TO $79,900.

H19 – MANCHESTER – 2 acres with 1120 SF farm house, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec. furnace, County water, screened-in deck, 28x42 barn. PRICE REDUCED TO $54,000.

H41 – PEEBLES – 5 acres with 2005 modular home, 2025 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, extra-large kitchen with bar area, lots of counter space, appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, C/A, county water, shed, security system. $99,900.

H21 – MANCHESTER – 25.77 acres with combination brick/vinyl sided home built in 2002, 2118 SF living area plus full finished basement, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, 2 gas furnaces, 2 C/A units, hardwood floors,

H45 – LATHAM – 1.6 acres with very nice 2005 mobile home (14x60), 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eatin kitchen with appliances, elec. furnace, A/C, 2 porches, 2 buildings, beautiful landscaping, creek, located near Longs Retreat for recreation. $42,500.

L11 - WEST UNION - Building lot conveniently located with all utilities available. $10,000.

BUSINESS

FARMS - BUILDING LOTS - VACANT LAND - BUSINESS

FARMS F3 – MANCHESTER – 101.452 acres with approx. 20 acres tillable, 40 acres of pasture and 40 acres of woods, 40x60 barn with 30x60 lean-to, large pond, beautiful spot for new home, great for horses & ATV’s, lots of trails. $209,000.

F11 - PEEBLES - 14.349 acre mini farm with 2160 SF frame home with vinyl siding, partial basement, 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, elec. heat pump, C/A, wood stove, county water + cistern, 60x80 barn with 5 horse stalls, 80x20 implement shed, corn crib, creek, stocked pond. $189,000.

F13 – WINCHESTER – 51.12 mostly tillable acres, 1 ½ story partial brick/vinyl sided home, 2432 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & dining room, basement, fuel oil furnace, county water, 2-car detached garage, 2 big barns with sheds, concrete block barn, corn crib, silo. Property has lots of road frontage, will divide. $230,000. Seller will also

sell house, barns with 25 acres for $150,000.

F15 - PEEBLES - 71.539 wooded acres with lots of big cedar trees and some timber, 2 campers, county water, septic system & electric on property. $189,900.

L13 - SEAMAN - 2 town lots with all utilities available. $8,995.

F19 – PEEBLES – 108.49 acre farm with approve 41 tillable acres & 66 acres of woods, 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding built in 1978, 1411 SF living area, basement, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, 2 gas wall heaters, gas F/P, wood furnace. 76x40 barn. 30x20 barn, 28x20 barn, 36x26 corn crib, public water, creek, lots of wildlife. $239,000.

L15 – PEEBLES – 0.165 acre lot with old home that needs tore down, all utilities available. $14,900 – MAKE OFFER.

BUILDING LOTS L1 – SEAMAN - .373 acre lot with water and septic. $7500.

V7 - OTWAY - 79.778 acres with 25 acres tillable, water & electric available, large barn, great place for new home, beautiful setting. $135,000.

L5 – WEST UNION – 0.54 acre town lot, water/sewer available. $14,000.

V11 – MANCHESTER – 4.004 acres with water tap, woods, electric available, lots of wildlife. $12,000.

VACANT LAND V3 – RARDEN – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING – 13.55 wooded acres, good for hunting/recreation. $29,900.

B5 - WEST UNION - 5168 SF brick commercial building in excellent location on Main St. in West Union on 0.506 acre lot with blacktop parking lot, building is currently set up as a Dr.'s office with other businesses. Building could be set up to accommodate 6 separate businesses. Call for more details. $450,000.

B10 - NEW LISTING - RUSSELLVILLE - East-Bend Twin Drive-in movie theatre with 2 screens, trailer is set-up as projector room, with digital projector, fully equipped concession stand, 2 diesel generators, bucket truck, 7 septic systems for men's & women's baths which are wheel-chair accessible, frame home with 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eatin kitchen, large barn. There is a total of 28.75 acres with approx. 15 acres of woods, Pizza Parlor is being built out front for year-round business is nearly finished, tractor & bush hog are also available. $168,000 with POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING.

The Informer - Tuesday, January 15, 2013 - 7

Adams County Court of Common Pleas CIVIL CASES Capital One Bank USA NA vs. Marc Ayers, Judgment.

Discover Bank vs. Phillip M. Seilers, Judgment.

Sprigg Township vs.

Robert Blankenship, Other civil.

Adams County Court Releases Statistics `Administrative Judge Alan W. Foster of the Adams County Court has filed the Court's Report with the Supreme Court of Ohio for the month of December 2012.

`The Court had a total of 226 New Cases in December 2012. There were 11 Felony Cases, 25 Misdemeanor Cases, seven DUI Cases, 168 other Traffic Cases, one Personal

Injury and Property Cases, nine Contract Cases, four Eviction Cases and one Small Claims Case. `During the same period, the Court terminated a total of 376 cases.

Adams County Jail Intake and Release Report Jan. 4 - 10 Corey Lee Bowens, 18, Peebles, Probation Detainer. Booked 12/27/12 Released 1/8/13 Rick Scott Cancelliere, 54, Otway, Driving Under Suspension. Booked 1/7.

Devin L. Clark, 41, Peebles, Failure to Appear on a Felony Charge.

Booked 1/7.

Michael Gene Coker, 28, Dayton, Receiving Stolen Property. Booked 12/28/12 Released 1/7/13 Tommy A Cook, 37, West Union, Possession of Drugs - Heroin. Booked 1/9 Released 1/10.

Terry lee Courtney, 51, Manchester, Domestic Violence. Booked 1/4 Released 1/7.

David T. Errington, 44, Seaman, Persistent Disorderly Conduct.

Booked 1/7 Released 1/7.

Robin J. Francis, 34, Manchester, Persistent Disorderly Conduct.

Booked 1/6 Released 1/6.

Russell L. Francis, 25, Manchester, Persistent Disorderly Conduct.

Booked 1/6 Released 1/6.

Wendell C. Francis, 54, Manchester, Persistent Disorderly Conduct while Intoxicated. Booked 1/5

Released 1/5.

David Lee Greene, 44, Manchester, Trafficking in Drugs. Booked 1/6.

Lisa S. Grooms, 41, West union, Trafficking in Drugs-Heroin. Booked 1/5 Released 1/8.

Bobby Lee Hanshaw, 27, West Union, Contempt.

Booked 1/9 Released 1/10.

Michellia M. Harp, 23, Manchester, Trafficking in Drugs-Heroin and Possession of DrugsHeroin. Booked 1/9.

Roger D. Jarvis, 50, Piketon, Possession of Drugs-Marijuana. Booked 1/7 Released 1/8.

Chad Michael Leadingham, 37, Manchester, Disseminating matter Harmful to Juveniles. Booked 1/8 Released 1/9.

Mason Eli Whitney, 29, West Union, Burglary.

Booked 1/9.

Edward E. McCown, 48, West Union, Driving Under the Influence.

Booked 1/5 Released 1/5.

Ralph D. Mitchell, 49, Manchester, Trafficking in Drugs-Heroin.

Booked 12/31/12 Released1/7.

Verna R. Mitchell, 51, Manchester, Trafficking in

Drugs-Heroin.

Booked 12/31 Released 1/7.

Terry S. Morgan, 21, Manchester, Theft. Booked 1/9.

Robert Alan Mowen, 34, Aberdeen, Breaking and Entering. Booked 1/4 Released 1/10.

Jeff Michael Osborne, 34, Manchester, Petty Theft.

Booked 1/4 Released 1/8.

David Ephriam Parker, 40, West Union, Violating Protection order. Booked 1/8 Released 1/11.

William I. Passmore, 37, Have Weapon under Disability. Booked 1/4 Lora Louise Purdin, 30, West Union, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 1/9.

Desirae Nicole Raines, 27, West Union, Probation Detainer. Booked 1/9.

Felicia D. Roe, 35, Manchester, Persistent Disorderly Conduct.

Booked 1/9 Released 1/10.

Felicia D. Roe, 35, Manchester, Driving Under the Influence.

Booked 12/28/12 Released 1/4/13.

Stephen Howard Unger, 20, Otway, Theft.

Booked 1/4.

Manchester Mayor's Court Monday, January 7 Magistrate presiding was Barbara MooreEiterman.

Joni Gaffin, Expired Tags and DUS. Expired Tags Found Guilty and Dismissed DUS. Amber Barr, Theft, Guilty.

Donna Pence, Speed, Guilty.

Ginger Blythe, Disorderly Conduct, Guilty.

David Sanders, Contributing to minor(x3) Found Guilty, Possession of Drugs Found Guilty and Drug Paraphernalia Dismissed.

David Nicholson, Expired license/tags, Case Continued.

Robin Francis, Disorderly, Case Continued.

Melinda Montgomery, Leaving Scene of Accident and Operate w/o Reasonable Control. Guilty.

Jeffrey Reilly, Expired Tags and Failure to Display, Found Guilty with Expired Tags, Dismissed Failure to Display.

Penny Rigdon, 12 Point Suspension, Continued.

Robert Brewer, Fail to Reinstate, Continued.

Pam Edgington, Assault, Continued.

Jamie Lewis, Assault, Continued.

Russell Francis, Disorderly, Continued.

Wendell Francis, Disorderly, Guilty.

Total of 28 cases went through court on Monday.

CIVIL DIVISION First National Bank of Waverly vs. Jeffrey M. Gullett, journal entry filed. Non-oral hearing set for 3-1-13 at 8 am.

Cach LLC LLC vs.

Jennifer Page, journal entry and judgment filed. Judgment in favor of the plaintiff.

Terry Wamsley vs.

Hanson Aggregates Davon LLC, journal entry filed.

Matter came on for a status hearing. Counsel advised court it was waiting approval of medicare, case is now put on in-active status.

Status/review hearing is set for 7-29-13 at 1 pm.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Etta G. Hignite, conformation entry of sale and distribution of proceeds filed.

Elizabeth A. Scott vs.

Stella L. Fristoe, scheduling order filed. Final pre-trial 104-13 at 11:30 am, jury trial 1021-13 at 9 am.

Elizabeth A. Scott vs. Stella L. Fristoe, pre-trial order jury trial filed.

David Duane Crawford vs. Spencer E. McFarland, pre-trial order jury trial filed.

David Duane Crawford vs. Spencer E. McFarland, scheduling order filed. Final pre-trial on 10-4-13 at 1 pm and trial to jury on 10-28-13 at 9 am.

C David Kelley vs.

Willard Lowe, recusal filed.

The honorable Brett M. Spencer hereby recuses himself due to professional conflict. Case assigned by honorable R Alan Corbin.

CRIMINAL DIVISION State of Ohio vs. Daniel Whitt, judgment entry filed.

Defendant's community control in continued an additional 6 months.

State of Ohio vs.

Matthew Puckett, judgment entry filed. Community control continued 6 months or until said defendant is in compliance.

State of Ohio vs. Eli Mason, journal entry filed.

Defendant tested positive for methamphetamine & opiates, bond is revoked and set for $30,000 cash/surety; matter reset for hearing on 1-23-13 at 1 pm.

State of Ohio vs. Casey Jenkins, journal entry filed.

Motion to continue sentencing is denied.

State of Ohio vs. Allen Harding, journal entry filed.

Motion to suppress is set for hearing on 1-15-13 at 2 pm.

State of Ohio vs. Thomas Cook, judgment entry on sentencing filed. Defendant convicted of count I, possession/cocaine, F5, Count 2, possession/heroin, F5.

Sentenced to 6 months on each count, to run consecutive, state will not oppose judicial release on count 2 if placed in STAR, 8 days jail credit, 6 months license suspension on each count, consecutive, pay costs.

State of Ohio vs. Billie

White, journal entry filed.

Warrant for removal issued for the defendant to appear at final pre-trial on 1-30-13 at 10:45 am.

State of Ohio vs. Hurshel Daniels, pre-trial order filed.

Final pre-trial on 2-12-13 at 10 am and jury trial on 3-4, 35 and 3-6-13 at 9 am.

State of Ohio vs. Roger Jarvis, journal entry on arraignment filed. Bond set at $15,000 OR plus conditions. $60 IDSF due within 60 days and $25 indigent application fee due within 7 days.

State of Ohio vs. Roger Jarvis, journal entry - order assigning counsel filed. Sarah Shelton appointed as counsel.

DOMESTIC CASES Paul McComas vs.

Jennifer McComas, divorce with 3 children.

William L. Smith vs.

Tonya A. Smith, dissolution with children.

DOMESTIC RELATIONS Emma L. Harris vs.

Christopher N. Harris, journal entry filed. Motion dismissed due to lack of service.

Harold Baldwin vs.

Kimberly A. Baldwin, journal entry filed. Motion dismissed for failure to serve.

Tina M. Eberle vs.

Robert W. Eberle, judgment entry filed. Child support payments are re-directed.

Kristopher Myers vs.

Sara Myers, judgment entry filed. It is ordered that the administrative modification recommendation is approved.

David Gardner II vs.

Bobbi Gardner, judgment entry filed. Parties re-married, order of support is terminated.

Pamela Gibson vs.

Michael Gibson, notice of hearing and order to appear filed. Hearing on failure to pay support set for 3-7-13 at 2:15 pm.

Rick A. Jones vs. Bambi R. Jones, magistrate's order filed. Parties agree to parenting time with child, final pretrial set for 4-2-13 at 9 am.

Leslie M. Francis vs.

Rickey L. Francis, judgment entry filed. Magistrate's report is due form hearing on 11-1912, status hearing is set for 129-13 at 11:45 am. If report is filed, hearing may be vacated.

Chester Fields vs. Mary Fields, magistrate's order filed. Hearing on temporary orders and CPO case motion is set for 1-9-13 at 11:30 am.

Brenda K. Kirker vs.

Rodger Kirker, magistrate's order filed. Hearing is continued until 2-11-13 at 10 am.

Paul McComas vs.

Jennifer McComas, entry filed. Hearing on temporary orders set for 2-5-13 at 10 am.

Paul McComas vs. Jennifer McComas, temporary mutual restraining order filed. Parties restrained.

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Binder, entry filed. Defendant is permitted to change residence.

State of Ohio vs. Michael T. Burke, order filed. Court accepts Nolle Prosequi entered by the state of Ohio, and case is dismissed.

State of Ohio vs.

Kimberly S. Rader, judgment entry on sentence filed.

Defendant convicted of 3 counts theft, F5 and 1 count theft, M1, sentenced to 3 years community control, 250 hours community service, $3500 fine total, $8751 restitution total, pay costs.

State of Ohio vs. Darrell Combs, journal entry filed.

Motion for furlough to attend doctor's appointment moot due to defendant was granted a $50,000 OR bond on 1-3-13.

State of Ohio vs. Chelsea Black, journal entry filed.

Defendant desires to change plea, hearing set for 2-4-13 at 12:30 pm; sentencing set for 2-25-13 at 10:30 am.

State of Ohio vs. Debbie Deaton, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant plead guilty to two counts, trafficking in heroin F5; sentencing set for 1-24-13 at 12:30 pm.

State of Ohio vs. Andrea Kirk, journal entry filed.

Hering on change of plea is set for 1-30-13 at 3 pm; sentencing is set for 2-21-13 at 3 pm.

State of Ohio vs. Corey Bowens, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant plead guilty to trafficking heroin F5, court accepts plea and is ordered filed. Sentencing set for 2-1213 at 9 am count 2 dismissed.

State of Ohio vs. Corey Bowens, entry filed. Bond is modified to $15,000 OR defendant must report by noon every Thursday for drug screening.

State of Ohio vs. Joshua Corrill, judgment entry on sentence filed. Defendant convicted of trafficking heroin F5, sentenced to 2 years community control 120 hours community service, $1150 fine, must obtain employment, 6 months license suspension, complete RU program and pay costs.

State of Ohio vs. Jami A. Green, journal entry filed.

Plea hearing is set for 1-23-13 at 10 am; sentencing set for 212-13 at 9:30 am.

State of Ohio vs. Paul Chapman Jr., judgment entry filed. Count 1 and 4 of the indictment is amended.

State of Ohio vs. Paul Chapman Jr., journal entry filed. Motion to suppress swill be held on 3-8-13 at 1 pm final pre-trial on 3-20-13 at 11:30 am and jury trial on 4-4 and 4-5-13 at 9 am. Motion to suppress tolls statutory time requirements.

State of Ohio vs. Lisa

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Credit/Debit Card Accepted!

W. C. Milling Co. LLC (937) 386-2282 Seaman Farm, Garden, & Pet Center (937) 386-2134

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ADAMS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 2013 Regular Session and Work Session Meeting Dates Regular Sessions January 7, 14, 22, 28, February 4, 11, 19, 25, March 4, 12*, 18, 25. April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 29, June 4*, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 30*, August 5, 12, 19, 26, September 3, 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 15, 21, 29* November 4, 13, 18, 25, December 2, 5, 16, 23, 31.

Work Sessions – 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. or until work is completed January 9, 17, 30, February 8, 14, 22, March 7, 15, 22, 28.

The regular and work session meetings will be held in the Commissioners’ office and will commence at 9:00 a.m. until business is completed with the exception of the following meetings: Evening Sessions – 6:30 p.m. until work is completed *March 12th meeting – Jefferson Township Fire House Building in Blue Creek *June 4th meeting – Bratton Township Building in Louden *July 30th meeting – Liberty Township Building *October 29th meeting – Monroe Township Community Building ALL MEETINGS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

DOG LICENSE - $10.00

KENNEL - $50.00

TO AVOID PENALTY, LICENSE MUST BE PURCHASED

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Criminal Traffic/Disposition Report Aaron J. Hall, Winchester, Tafficking Drugs, Dismissed without prejudice.

Joshua V. Brannan, Russellville, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Christopher M. Daniels II, West Union, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Tessy L. Baker, Peebles, 69/55, Dismissed.

David J. Irwin, West Union, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Kelsey Bengton, Peebles, Failure to Control, Dismissed.

John M. Tomsich, Mason, 73/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Angel L. Staten, Chesapeake, 74/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Jeremy M. Lewis, Blanchester, 70/60, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Terry Jewell, West Union, Per Disorderly, Dismissed per plea agreement.

Steven Taylor, Blue Creek, Possession of Drugs, Bound over to the grand jury of this county, the state of Ohio, for appropriate proceedings according to law. Bond: $250,000 cash/surety.

Felicia Roe, Manchester, Driving Under Suspension/License Forfeiture, Dismissed.

Felicia Roe, Manchester, Traffic Control, Dismissed.

Darryl E. Adkins Jr., West Union, ACDA, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Stacey Rosselot, Fayetteville, 78/60, Fine $100, Court Costs $74.

Robin M. Taylor, West Union, 75/55, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Janet L. Miller, West Union, 66/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Kara D. Swayne, Peebles, 71/60, Dismissed.

Abasia E. Key, Cincinnati, 75/60, Fine $43, Court Costs $74.

Theo C. Metcalf, Cincinnati, 73/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Clark Hess Jr., Milford, 74/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Nakia T. Steward, Portsmouth, 72/60, Fine $42,

Court Costs $74.

Danita R. Parish, Seaman, Failure to Tag Dog, Court Costs $64.

Thomas K. Young, West Union, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Deanna R. Price, West Union, Failure to Control, Dismissed.

Melvin L. Bowman, Cincinnati, Disorderly Conduct, Fine $20, Court Costs $63.

Terry Littleton, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct, Dismissed.

Peter J. Holey, Athens, Possession of Paraphernalia, Dismissed per plea agreement.

Peter J. Holey, Athens, Possession of Marijuana, Dismissed per plea agreement.

Sherry L. Grooms, West Union, Drug Paraphernalia, Fine $100, Court Costs $95.

Fine/Costs to be paid be 2-1-13.

Scott A. Schadle, West Union, Failure to Yield ½ Road, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Terry R. Littelton, Manchester, Physical Contact, Dismissed.

Ricky S. Cancelliere, Otway, No Operator's License, Fine $100, Court Costs $93. Jail 60 Days, 55 Days Suspended, 1 Year Probation, 60 Hours Community Service by 4-1-13 Through Probation.

Richard Watkins Jr., West Union, Driving Under Suspension - OLF, Fine $500, Court Costs $78, Jail 90 Days, 90 Days Suspended, 2 Years Probation, Pay $100 Each Month Beginning 2-3-13.

Richard Watkins Jr., West Union, Seat Belt/DR, Fine $35, Court Costs $22.

Frank O. McCarty, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct, Fine $150, Court Costs $108, Jail 30 Days, 30 Days Suspended, 2 Years Probation.

Tiffany N. Unger, Winchester, Seat Belt/DR, Fine $30, Court Costs $45.

Peter J. Holey, Athens, License Plate Light, Dismissed.

Dyanna L. Byers, Blue Creek, Failure to Yield, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Kristopher H. Davis, Cincinnati, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign, Fine $22, Court costs

$74.

Kristopher H. Davis, Cincinnati, Seat Belt/DR, Fine $35, Court Costs $22.

Amanda D. Bennington, Blue Creek, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Robert F. Stone, Stout, Seat Belt/DR, Fine $30, Court Costs $45.

Bruce L. Meyer, Manchester, Seat Belt/DR, Fine $30, Court Costs $45.

Jeffrey A. Chamblin, Peebles, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Morgan M. Ross, Waverly, 69/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

David E. Sanders, Manchester, 71/55, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Noah R. Henson Jr., Proctorville, 67/55 2nd Speeding, Fine $59, Court Costs $74.

Randall B. Lewis, West Union, Expired Registration, Fine $25, Court Costs $45.

Kenneth R. Galloway Jr., Portsmouth, 66/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Ryan Frazier, Loveland, 74/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Jessica A. Carroll, West Union, 70/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

James Ferrier Jr., West Union, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

James D. Huffman, Camp Lejeunne NC, ACDA, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Donald J. Madden, Ashland KY, 70/55, Fine $14, Court Costs $74.

Benita M. Clement, Manchester, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Amanda J. Lewis, Blue Creek, 68/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Michell W. Christian, Cherry Point NC, 85/60, Fine $150, Court Costs $74.

David R. Bennett II, Minford, Parking on Public HWY, Fine $100, Court Costs $45.

Scott Corder, Hamilton, 69/55, Fine $24, Court Costs $74.

Eric J. Lamy, Cincinnati, 70/60, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

2012 West Union Income Tax Returns West Union Income Tax Bureau In order to reduce the postage and printing costs of mailing of West Union local tax return forms, beginning with the filing of the 2012 West Union tax returns, the Village of West Union will no longer mail individual and business annual tax return forms. Each active taxpayer will receive a notice that they are required to file a West Union annual tax return, how much estimated tax they have paid (if any), and that forms are available from the Village offices 33 Logans Lane, or by calling the Income Tax Bureau at (937) 217-8855 and requesting that tax forms be mailed or faxed, at the village website at: www.westunionoh.net, or at the West Union Post Office and

library, and at most local banks.

In addition on the income tax page of the village website there will be a fill-in PDF tax return form that taxpayers and preparers can use (and/or download) in preparing West Union tax returns. The fill-in PDF form will allow tax payers and preparers to enter tax information onto the form which will calculate their West Union tax liability. The completed tax form then can be printed and mailed to the West Union Income Tax Bureau along with their W-2 and 1099Misc forms or other documents used to prepare their West Union income tax return.

Additional instructions on using the fill-in PDF form available on the West Union website.

Tax returns are required of all residents and business locat-

Sunset Bowling scores

High Game Scratch - Male 258 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuzzy 258 . . . . . . . . .Kent Edenfield 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Joe Waltz 255 . . . . . . . . . . .Brian Ratliff 247 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rob Davis 238 . . . . . . . . .Derrick Moore 236 . . . . . . . . . . .Bryon Kirker 233 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .JJ Osman 233 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed Clos 227 . . . . . . . . . .Curtis Bolton 227 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gary Tolle 226 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pat Brown 226 . . . . . . . . . . .Roger Storer 223 . . . . . . . . . .Glenn Arnold 217 . . . . . . . . . . .Brian Ratliff High Game Scratch - Female 234 . . . . . . . .Jennifer Seaman 221 . . . . . . . .Kimmy Murphy 205 . . . . . . . . . . .Jonette Cross 204 . . . . . . .Katherine Hillard 198 . . . . . . . . .Jasmine Osman 197 . . . . . . . .Debbie Wheeler 190 . . . . . . . . . .Joyce Demint 187 . . . . . . . . . . .Nola Reeder

Adams County Court Of Common Pleas

MARRIAGE REPORT

James Justin McAdow, 23 of West Union and Jordan Lynn Powers, 17, of Peebles.

Danny R. Bayless Jr., 24 and Jaimie L. Murphy, 24, both of West Union.

NOTICE Resolution 2013-1 authorizing the village clerk to record supplemental appropriations in 2013. The remainder of this resolution may be viewed or copy obtained at the village clerk's office at 33 Logans Lane, West Union, Oh. 45693.

Tanya Johnson Village Clerk 1/8, 1/15

185 172 166 164 164 161

. . . . . . . . . . .Carol Silcott . . . . . . . .Dorothy Geeslin . . . . . . .Ruth Wickerham . . . . . . . . . . .Marla Young . . . . . .Linda De Francois . . . . . . . . . .Carol Tincher

High Series Scratch - Male 739 . . . . . . . . . . .Brian Ratliff 688 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rob Davis 674 . . . . . . . . . . .Bryon Kirker 668 . . . . . . . . .Kent Edenfield 640 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuzzy 636 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed Clos 635 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tony Kerr 634 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fuzzy 627 . . . . . . . . . . .Roger Storer 622 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gary Tolle 613 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Joe Waltz 609 . . . . . . . . .Derrick Moore NOTICE

The Village of West Union Annual Financial Report for the village Fiscal Year 2012 is complete and available for inspection at the Clerk's Office at the West union Municipal Building, 33 Logans Lane, West Union, Ohio 45693 during regular business hours.

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ed inside the Village of West Union who have earned income from employment, or who are the owners or part owners of a business or rental properties.

Residents who only receive income from non-employment sources as social security, retirement income, disability and similar non-employment sources are not required to file a West Union income tax return once they have provided the West Union Income Tax Bureau documents supporting their non-employment sources of income.

Questions regarding completing the West Union income tax returns or any other tax related matter should be directed to the West Union Tax Bureau at (937) 217-8855 or by email at tax@westunionoh.net

November 17 - November 23 587 . . . . . . . . . .Curtis Bolton 581 . . . . . . . . . . . .Bill Reeder 578 . . . . . . . . . .Glenn Arnold High Series Scratch - Female 627 . . . . . . . .Jennifer Seaman 553 . . . . . . . . .Jasmine Osman 530 . . . . . . . . . . .Nola Reeder 516 . . . . . . . . . . .Jonette Cross 502 . . . . . . . . . .Joyce Demint 499 . . . . . . . .Debbie Wheeler 484 . . . . . . .Ruth Wickerham 482 . . . . . . . . . . .Carol Silcott 481 . . . . . . .Katherine Hillard 470 . . . . . . . .Kimmy Murphy 459 . . . . . . . . . .Carol Tincher 452 . . . . . .Linda Le Francois 422 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ellen Jolly 419 . . . . . . . . . .Sally Florence 413 . . . . . . . .Dorothy Geeslin STONE BIDS The Franklin Township Board of Trustees will be accepting sealed bids for all grades of stone. Bids will be accepted until 7:00 p.m. on February 5, 2013.

Please mail bids to Franklin Township, 989 Poplar Grove Road, Peebles, Ohio 45660. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

Diane Ward, Fiscal Officer 1/8, 1/15

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Vil age of ManchesterRecap of 2012.. Moving Forward into 2013 We meet again at the first meeting of the year. Again, this year we will hopefully be making history like this Council did last year in 2012. I trust that our decisions that we make will be of which our founders envisioned this village to be.

I want to be sure that every decision we make is for the betterment of this village and not for ourselves.

This past year has been a year that this council should take pride in. A lot of moments where we seen public in put along with the legislative body and with that came along results. To which now we have a slight Economic Growth.

Let us take a moment to Recap 2012 Within the first quarter of 2012 this council saved the village 33% on the Solicitor and the Magistrate. It was needed to help secure the future of our Budget and to bring us to the point to where we are now.

I mentioned the FEMA Properties that we are in possession of to be looked into.

Properties should be used for farmers and gardening purposes. On April 17, 2012 this was put into motion for Karma Points along with Beth Frazier to work with residents that has properties connecting to the FEMA Properties for gardens.

All Council Members voted in support of it.

Were able to put full time officers on the streets and offer the citizens 24 hr. police protection.

The Street Department was appropriated $9,000 in the budget for 2012. We were able to purchase a newer mower for $4,200. Out of the $9,000 we budgeted. It left a $5,400 balance. We were able to apply that money to a newer bucket truck, because our old bucket truck was vandalized and nonoperable. We sold the old truck and applied that to the $5,400 and upgrading our equipment without hampering our 2012 budget.

The riverfront was worked on and improved. We have seen business owners working on their store fronts to enhance our Downtown Historic District.

The Police Department is combating the drug problem with 2 Drug bust in one week recently that they investigated.

I have seen our Police Department take care of our own investigations now. For the first time with our tight budget we were able to purchase a brand new 2013 Dodge Charger Police Cruiser.

The first time in over 40 years.

We did this by securing the money in the budget. Money is

already laying in a separate account drawing interest.

Street Lights were turned on without a tax levy. The money was secured in the budget so taxpayers could

I also asked for Council to look into and adopt the County Flood Plain Plan. I also asked for Council to look into Zoning from other communities and their regulations.

Let us review this and check with other Ohio River Towns and how they handle the FEMA Mayor Troy A. Jolly regulations.

Continue to upgrade Village of Manchester our parks and maintain them. We were able to do some work last year, but let us look for ways to do more. keep their hard earned money We need Storm Sirens. and not be taxed.

We have 1 that is sometimes We were also able to working according to reports move our pay rate of our certi- from the Adams County fied firefighters from $15.00 a Dispatch Center and 911 run to $18.00 a run.

Director Donnie Swayne. The What I urge this Council safety of our residents right to do in 2013. now is by only 1 storm siren.

I want our Finance The village has always had 3.

Committee to be as Fiscal The method adopted by past Conservative this year as they administrations and is still in were last. This particular com- existence is to put our mittee and myself has looked Firefighters, EMT’s and and examined the way public Police Officers at risk in a money is used. We must ask Tornado Warning by driving ourselves the way we spend around town with their the the village money should be sirens on. This is a safety looked at through the eyes of issue, because if a tornado the taxpayers. So I commend would drop down out of the the Finance for a job well sky we would potentially done. We may not be out of loose our first responders. As Fiscal Emergency like we the season approaches we hoped and promised by the should work with the Fire state, but with the Budget and Department who already has the five year forecast like we worked on a siren and make have currently I feel we can sure it is installed a moving operate our village as if we are money accordingly. Leaving us as the council to work on out of Fiscal Emergency.

Last year coming into obtaining one. Then after this office, I urged the council and is accomplished we need to members of the public that the make sure that they are mainmain Arteries being US Route tained and serviced.

We need to build and cap52 (2nd Street), St. Rt. 136 (Jack Roush Way) and the italize on our Economic Riverfront to be clean, nice Growth on 9th Street. The and appealing. Today, we can building is big enough to work breathe and say it is taking within the means of many shape and looking nice. businesses whether big or However, we must stop there. small, office space, industry We must continue improving etc.

On our Riverfront to our streets and only this year go into the side streets of the make it more appealing then what it is. Over this past village.

We also still have the spring I witnessed many times problem of campers moving in families using our Riverfront as a primary residence. This for fishing and just to take a action is bringing property val- stroll on the river bank. So we as council need to now work ues down.

We seen some vacant to the east side of the River homes demolished last year tower and make it appealing as we did the west side. and more promised this year.

I am meeting with the We seen Tourism inside the village with the Ohio River Boys/Girls Club of America to Paddle and Jack Roush Days. work on a project for the Gym This council should look at on 9th Street. I have a meeting other activities to bring this week with a representaTourism into our village. I feel tive that will be coming in that Tourism and Economic from Chicago, Illinois.

Together we can make Development goes hand in this a better town than what it hand.

MANA was very instru- already is. I will do the best to mental in organizing efforts to my God-Given ability to do clean the curbs of Broadway the best that I can for this vilStreet. I hope this year that we lage. So help me God. May God Bless the have MANA, church youth groups or other civic organiza- Village of Manchester, Adams County, Ohio and America. tions to do just that.

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