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AC Ranked in Top 5 Parents Charged in Ohio's Unhealthiest 9 Year Olds Death The 2013 County Health Rankings and Roadmaps, A Healthier Nation, County by County, ranks Adams County as 85 out of Ohio’s 88 counties. Brown County ranked 70, Highland County ranked 78, Pike County ranked 82 and Scioto County ranked 88 as Ohio's unhealthiest counties.

The annual report, released by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, examines every county in the United States and ranked them on a state level based on health outcomes and factors.

According to www.countyhealthrank-

ings.org, “Counties are ranked relative to the health of other counties in the same state on the following summary measures: Health Outcomes — rankings are based on an equal weighting of one length of life (mortality) measure and four quality of life (morbidity) measures. Health Factors — rankings are based on weighted scores of four types of factors: Health behaviors, Clinical care, Social and economic and Physical environment.

To improve Adams County health ranking it’s going to take the entire community working on issues such as, drugs, smoking, abuse of alcohol, improving nutrition and improving physical exercise.

NBHAWorld Champion Qualifier

Chris Swatz

Shanna Swatz

Charges were filed against the parents of the 9 year old, Sebastian Swartz, who subsequently died from injuries sustained from a gunshot wound at a residence in Decatur, on February 18.

Thursday, March 28, Sebastians parents identified as Chris Swartz, 35 and Shanna Swartz, 34, of Russellville, were both charged with one count each of Child Endangering, a Felony of the Third Degree.

The charges were initially filed in Brown

County Municipal Court, but the Brown County Prosecutor’s Office is considering presenting the charges to the Grand Jury.

Both subjects turned themselves in to Brown County Municipal Court on Friday, March 29 and were taken to the Brown County Adult Detention Center. Both subjects were released shortly thereafter upon posting a $10,000.00 cash, surety, property bond individually through Brown County Municipal Court.

Wright Honored for Service

Pictured (L/R): Ed Crothers and Jasha Rose.

Jasha Rose, a West Union resident has qualified for Division 4 NBHA Youth World Championships.

Rose has been training her horse Holme by Six (Dollar) for tree years with the help from Ed Crothers of Cedar Brook Farms.

Rose said, "I want to thank Ed and Angie Crothers for their time, training and for

pushing me to try harder. To do better, go faster even when I thought it would be impossible."

Rose went on to say that hard work does pay off and your dreams can come true. "Sam DeAtley and her family has given me inspiration and has helped me with my horse." Rose said.

Rose will be going to

the World Championships in the summer and is planning on winning. The event will be held in Perry, Georgia.

Jasha lives in West Union and attends the Hillsboro High School where she is a freshman.

She is the daughter of Jacob and Melissa Rose, the sister of Michael Rose.

Community Care Center Celebrates 10 Years The Manchester Community Care Center celebrated their 10th Anniversary this past week. Ken Ferguson, the former minister of the Seventh Day Adventist Church helped coordinate the efforts. Darrin Thurber, the current minister of the Manchester Seventh Day Adventist Church was the Master of the Ceremonies.

Mayor Troy A. Jolly read aloud a Proclamation that was passed in a Council meeting from earlier in the week that said, "The Village of Manchester wishes to recognize Executive Director, Ben Wright of the Manchester Community Care Center. Thank

you for the support that it has taken a "nobudget" non-profit organization formerly serving 30-50 families a month, to one of the the most viable centers of support for the citizens of Manchester and greater Adams County, serving approximately 500 families a month. Mr. Wright is one who serves beyond their job requirements as a volunteer member of the Advisory Board. Thank you for your dedicated service as being the Executive Director since the beginning 10 years ago."

Other proclamations were read from members of the state and federal level, but was unable to attend.

The center is open every Thursday.

Pin Wheels in the Courthouse Lawn April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Pictured (L/R): Sheila Roush, Darius Surratt, Kim Newman, Jill Wright, Dawn Grooms, Dianna Young, Kathy Combs, Sue Rose and Jane Kirker.

On Monday, April 1, the West Union Womens Club, Adams County Prosecutors Office and Adams County Children Services took the time to place Pin Wheels in the Courthouse Lawn. Awareness is being made for Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Pause for a Child. Make Children a Priority. Take Time to Focus on Prevention.

This month and throughout the year, Adams County Children Services encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making Adams County, a better place for families. By ensuring that parents have the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to care for their children, we can help prevent child abuse and neglect by strengthening families and communities.

Child abuse and neglect is a global problem of staggering proportions. In the United States alone more than 900,000 children suffer maltreatment each year according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. More than one-half of these children are neglected. Adams County Children Services investigated 301 reports of child abuse/neglect in 2012.

The different types of

abuse are: Physical abuse - the misuse or maltreatment of another person in a physical manner such as punching, kicking, or biting a child.

Sexual abuse - the rape, molestation, prostitution or incest of a child or using a child for the purpose of making sexually explicit pictures or videos.

Emotional abuse - the verbal or psychological abuse of a child including threatening, name calling, ignoring, shaming unfairly, shouting, cursing, etc.

"Mind games" are another form of emotional abuse.

Keeping children safe is a community responsibility, and prevention must be a community task.

Every segment of society must be involved, including health and law enforcement professionals, schools, businesses, the media, government agencies, community and faith organizations, and especially parents. Teachers and physicians need to recognize the symptoms of child

abuse; parents need to ask for help in overcoming addictions or controlling violent behavior; communities must be willing to fund programs and services to protect children from abuse; and the media needs to raise public awareness of the availability of those programs and services.

For more information about child abuse prevention programs or information on becoming a foster/adoptive parent to a child in need, please contact Dawn Grooms, Adams County Children Services at 544-2511.

OBITUARIES

The following obituaries are on page 2 of this week’s edition: Garnet M Blythe, Larry Clift Sr., Russell Lee Jackman, Lettie Blevins Jones, Maxine Holland, Jack Knauff Jr, Norva E. Swearingen and Denver E. Young Sr.

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Obituaries Norva E. Swearingen

Jack Knauff, Jr.

Jack Knauff, Jr, 86, of West Union, died Thursday, April 4, at Ohio Veteran’s Home Georgetown. He was born December 19, 1926 in Jefferson Twp. He was preceded in death by parents Edgar and Cora (Bolender) Knauff, first wife, Edith (Morrison) Knauff and son, Russell Knauff.

He is survived by wife, Deanna (Satterfield) Knauff, two sons: Rodney Knauff, of Blue Creek and Marty Knauff, of Cincinnati, two daughters: Joyce Grooms, of West Union and Linda Knauff, of Cincinnati, one step-son, Samuel Spires, of Newport News, Virginia; four step-daughters: Dottie Branham, of West Union, Susan Stayner, of Hamilton, Tracy Spires, of Cincinnati and Page (Stephen) Adams, of New Marshfield, sister, Willa Jean Little, of West Union, 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren.

He was an operator for the West Union Water and Sewage Department also a farmer and painter. He served on the West Union Fire Department for 35 years. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II. Memorial Donations may be made to West Union Fire Department, 57 Logan’s Lane, West Union, Ohio 45693.

The funeral service is Tuesday, April 9, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. Pastor Ronny Baker will officiate.

The interment is at West Union Cemetery.

West Union Honor guard will perform a military service.

Garnet M. Blythe

Garnet M Blythe, 89, of Manchester, died Saturday, March 30, at the Eagle Creek Nursing Center in West Union. She was born October 25, 1923 in Adams County to the late Herman and Gladys (Creamer) Tomlin. She was a member of the Germany Hill Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Kenneth Blythe, five brothers: Ray, Ralph, Sherwood, James and Robert Tomlin and three sisters: Phyllis Stricklett, Edith McClellan and Betty Dryden.

She is survived by two sons: Wayne Blythe and Keith (Julie Chandler) Blythe, both of Manchester and a daughter Kathy (Mack) Chandler, of Amelia, six grandchildren: Brandon and Kenny Blythe, Jenny (Tim) Brown, Jill (Josh) Cracraft, Brian (Joseline) Chandler, Dulcie (Mark) Griffith and nine great grandchildren.

Funeral Service was held on Thursday, April 4, at the Wilson Home for Funerals.

Burial followed in the Manchester Cemetery.

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

Norva E. Swearingen, 85, of New Albany, Indiana formerly of Adams County, died Sunday March 31. Mr. Swearingen was born February 7, 1928 the son of the late Lee Edwin and Ida Mae (Harden) Swearingen, in Adams County. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Juanita (Grimes) Swearingen and son Roger E. Swearingen.

Survivors include one daughter, Anita Lynn Armstrong and husband David, of Charlestown, Indiana; two sons: Gary Lee Swearingen and wife Jeannie, of Jacksonville, Florida and Steve Swearingen and wife Estrella, of New Albany, Indiana; five grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Funeral services was held Saturday April 6, at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union. Burial followed at the Manchester Cemetery. A funeral service was held at the Newcomer Funeral Home in New Albany, Indiana on Thursday April 4.

Friends and Family may sign Mr. Swearingen’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Denver E. Young, Sr.

Denver E. Young Sr., 75, of West Union, died Thursday April 4, at the Adams County Regional Medical Center. Mr. Young was born November 7, 1937 the son of the late Denver Martin and Emma L. (Conn) Young in Adams County. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Thacker.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley Young, of West Union, three daughters: Mitzi Conway and husband Geoffrey, of West Union, Karen Gulley and husband Jeffrey, of Aberdeen, Anita Johnson, of West Union, one son, Denver E. Young Jr., of West Union, six sisters: Donna Manchester, of West Union, Marcy McWilliams, of Lake Tahoe, California; Sharry Bennington, of Manchester, Cindy Pettit, of Mt Orab, Nancy Silcott, of Winchester, Melissa Young, of Mt. Orab, four brothers: Lawrence Young, of West Union, Billy Young, of West Union, Brian Young, of Flemingsburg, Ky. and Danny Young, of Tollesboro, Ky., nine grandchildren, five great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday April 9, at 10:00 a.m. at the West Union Cemetery under the direction of the ThompsonMeeker Funeral Home with Volley Reed officiating.

Military Graveside Services by the Adams County Honor Guard.

Lettie Blevins Jones

Lettie Blevins Jones, 79, of Manchester, passed away April 2, at the Maysville Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. She was born in Adams County, on September 8, 1933, the daughter of the late John W. Blevins and Edith (Holsinger) Blevins.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Jones. Also preceding her in death, a son, Lonnie (Pete) Spires, four brothers: William Blevins and three infant brothers, four sisters: Ruby Blevins, Nellie Molen, Jo Mae Berry and Lora Horsley-Arthur.

She is survived by one son, William (Billy) Spires and Debbie of Norwood, three daughters, Brenda Kirkland and Dale of Tennessee, Karen Spires and Jim of Cincinnati and Kim and Kevin Patterson, of Manchester, one brother, Reverend Harry Blevins of Georgetown, five sisters: Marcella Rivers of Milford, Kathryn Grooms, of West Union, Edna Mae Barber, of West Union, Phyllis Jones, of West Union, Garnetta Horsley, of Indiana, nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Funeral services was held Saturday, April 6, Rev Dale Little officiated. Burial followed at the High Hill Cemetery.

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

Maxine Holland

Maxine Holland, 87, of West Union, passed away Friday, March 29, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center.

She was born in Tennessee on October 4, 1925 the daughter of the late Roy and Sally (Duncan) Bunch.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Holland who passed away on March 21, 2010, one daughter, Linda Hargrave and one brother, Gene Bunch.

Maxine was a member of the Sabina Chapter Order of Eastern Star.

She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Dillard and Sharon West, Jr. of West Union, one daughter and sonin-law, Patsy and Don Hall, of Seaman, two sisters and brother-in-law, Reva Dagley of Beaver Creek and Audrey and Vernon Reedy of Powell, Tennessee, six grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and one sister-in-law, Charlene Hall, of Kingston, Tennessee.

Funeral services was held on Tuesday, April 2, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, Lewis-Sullivan Chapel in Seaman. John Greenly officiated. Burial follow in the Mt. Leigh Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd. Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154.

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

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Community News/Events Larry Clift, Sr.

Larry Clift Sr., 77, of Lynx, died Sunday March 31, at the Adams County Regional Medical Center. Mr. Clift was born April 29, 1935 the son of the late Verner Harry and Nina Beatrice (McBrayer) Clift in Camron, Missouri. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Marvin Clift; a son, Billy and a daughter, Laura Diane and great granddaughter, Paislee Dickens and special aunt, Blanch Blaut.

Mr. Clift was a member of the Eagles and Druids and owner of Ohio Brush Creek Boating and Camping.

Survivors include his wife Pat Clift, of Lynx, three daughters: Cherie Clift Myers and husband Ron, of Hoschton, Georgia; Catherine Clift Grooms and husband Bill, of Lynx, Nina Clift Davis and husband Dave, of Lynx, two sons: Larry Clift Jr. and wife Debbie, of Winchester, Patrick Clift and wife Karen, of Riverside, one sister, Velma Helton and husband Doyle, of Xenia, one brother, William Clift and wife Verna, of Troutwood, a sister in law, Betty Sandy and husband Wayne, of Vandalia, several grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Friday April 5, at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union. Burial will follow at the McKee Cemetery. A gathering will be held at the Ohio Brush Creek/Hickory Valley with family and friends following the burial.

Friends and Family may sign Mr. Clift’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Russell Lee Jackman

Russell Lee Jackman, 68, of West Union, died Tuesday April 2, at his residence. Mr. Jackman was born April 12, 1944 the son of Ruth (Freeman) Jackman and the late Ray W. Jackman in Adams County. Besides his father he was preceded in death by an infant brother, Danny Jackman.

Survivors include his mother, Ruth Jackman, of West Union, one daughter, Michele Jackman Bennington, of Peebles, two sisters: Mary Green, of Troy, Jean Ann Guthrie and husband Ed, of West Union, two granddaughters, Kaila Bennington and Brittnie Parker, a great grandson, Esmond Parker, one niece, Kelly Evans and two nephews: Steve Green and Denny Green.

Funeral services were held Sunday April 7, at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union, with Rev. Richard Lloyd officiating. Burial followed at the White Oak Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to the donor’s choice.

Friends and Family may sign Mr. Jackman’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Funeral Directory Lafferty

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Thompson Meeker Funeral Home (Formerly Beam Funeral Home) www.meekerfuneralhomes.com 216 W. Mulberry St. West Union, Ohio

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Homes for Funerals, Inc. 35 W. 2nd St., Manchester, Ohio

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Monuments Peebles Monument Company

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The regular meeting of the Adams Co. Board of Developmental Disabilities will be held on Thursday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m. at Venture Productions, Inc. A special class will be presented at the Heritage Center in West Union on April 11 and April 25 from 4-6. Richard Barnhouse will discuss how to read and understand engraved gorgets, copper plates and stone artifacts of the Woodland Indians covering the area east of the Mississippi River.

The Sycamore Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be Saturday, April 13, at 1:00 p.m. at the Adams County Heritage Center at West Union.

The Southern Ohio Educational Service Center Governing Finance Committee will meet on Tuesday, April 23, at 5:30 p.m. and may continue after the regularly scheduled Board meeting, at the Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, 3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington, to discuss salaries, benefits and budgeting for fiscal year 2013.

Magic Waters Theatre's Auditions Scheduled for April Needing Actors and Actresses of all ages.

Magic Waters Theatre will hold auditions for all of their Summer shows on April 20 and 21 at the amphitheatre on Cave Road near Bainbridge. There will be many opportunities for folks who would like to be in the plays this year, as there are many , many roles to be filled. Magic Waters casts folks with no theatre experience at all ,as well as many folks with extensive theatre backgrounds.

Janny Brizius, theatre producer, says, “We will need a lots of folks of all ages for this year’s schedule- children, teens, adults and seniors--all. So if you’ve always thought about having a chance to be on the stage, this may be it!”

The opening show of the summer has an all adult/sr. cast and it is called Welcome Back to our House (appropriately , since Magic Waters was dark last summer). The Children’s Show will be next and again this summer it will be directed by Becca Wise who has a special genius for working with children.

At this point the theatre producers are considering two separate shows, CINDERELLA ,and Charlotte’s Web. Auditions will determine which of the two they decide on. The third show of the season is an expansion of two summer’s ago MAGGIE IN MAGIC LAND, but further explores the vast history of the Cave Holler area (where Magic Waters is located) and will again be told as a child’s fantasy experience. This will be a large cast show, tho many of the roles are small ones. It will necessitate a large number of children as well as adults. So there will be many opportunities for folks to satisfy their acing urges his Summer at Magic Waters! The auditions will be from 1pm till 5pm on either April 20 or 21. (No need to show up on both days.) For further information or to try to arrange an alternate audition day call (937) 365-1388. In the event of rain, the auditions will be held at the producers’ home next door.

Adams County Public Library

Two educational programs are scheduled today, April 10, at 5:00 pm, at the Peebles and Manchester Libraries. Join us at Peebles to learn Beginning Cake Decorating. Susan Zapf will demonstrate techniques for creating a beautiful decorated cake, and participants can practice decorating techniques on your own mini cake. Please call the Peebles Library at 937-587-2085 to register for this free event. At the Manchester Library, join us for an Herb Workshop led by Cindy Cates on April 10 at 5:00 pm. Whether you plant your herbs on the patio in pots or in the ground, now’s the time to begin your planning.

Cindy will discuss techniques for planting the most popular herbs, strategies for harvesting and preserving what you grow, and offer tasting samples of herbal sugars, oils, vinegars, dips, butters and distribute recipes.

All during April, the Adams County Public Library is celebrating National Library Month, to highlight the partnership between our local libraries and the communities they serve. Stop by your local branch library, and discover just how much the library offers you. The library strives to serve the community by offering free computer and ebook classes, community activities for children and adults, and free access to services such as faxing, copying and scanning, public computers and WiFi. Never hesitate to ask a librarian for help with your information needs.

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replace an aging or lost library card with a current Adams County Public Library card, stop by any library branch during April, and we’ll waive the $1.00 replacement card fee.

Signing up for a first-time library account is always free.

Current library cards feature a photograph of Cedar Falls by photographer Tom Cross, and include a separate keychain card, in addition to a standard wallet card.

The library offers you access to digital content you can borrow and instantly download on your tablet, smartphone, ereader or computer through the Ohio eBook Project. Simply use your 14digit Adams County Public Library card number and 4digit PIN to begin accessing ebooks, audio books and music. Browse and search thousands of current titles, checkout and download ebooks or audios, or save wish lists for later. Checkout and instantly read ebooks in your browser, without downloading them to your computer, save your page with a bookmark, and continue reading from any other device.

Borrowed items will automatically be returned after two weeks. Access these digital services online at http://ohioebooks.com.

Follow all our National Library Month activities, as well as regular events and new from each library branch, by visiting our Facebook page, following us on Twitter and Pinterest, and look for how-to videos on our YouTube channel.

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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Child Abuse and Neglect Awareness Month Wednesday, April 10, High 73, Low 48, Mostly Cloudy

Thursday, April 11, High 61, Low 40, A Chance of Rain or Thunderstorm

Friday, April 12, High 54, Low 37, Partly Sunny

Saturday, April 13, High 61, Low 45, Times of Cloud and Sun

Sunday, April 14, High 74, Low 50, Warmer

Monday, April 15, High 77, Low 51, Bright Sunshine

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Pictured is: A.C. Children Services Foster/Adoption Specialist Dawn Grooms, A.C. Children Services Executive Director Jill Wright, Civic CHM West union Womens Club Sue Rose, President West Union Womens Club Sheila Roush, Adams County Prosecutors Office Diana Young and Kim Newman. Director ACDJFS Sue Fulton, Prosecutor David Kelley, Sheriff kimmy Rogers, Judge Alan Foster, Economic Development Holly Johnson, Commissioners Brian Baldridge, Paul Worley and Stephen Caraway.

All Ohioans share a responsibility to pro- development; concrete support; and social and tect our children. Childhood is a formative time emotional development, are present the inciand abuse and neglect can have devastating dence of child abuse and neglect is reduced. long-term effects on young lives. A toxic stress Child abuse/neglect prevention programs sucfrom child abuse and neglect impedes healthy ceed because of partnerships among private brain development and effective child develop- and public sector agencies and the people of ment is effective economic development.

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Research has shown that when protective Adams County Children Services investifactors including: parental resiliency; social gated 301 reports of child abuse/neglect in connection; knowledge of parenting and child 2012.

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The Congress of the which Title VIII declared United States of passed the that the law of the land Civil Rights Act of 1968, of would now guarantee the

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Equal Housing opportunity is a condition of life in our County that can and should be achieved.

Manchester Village Council The Council of the Village of Manchester met in regular session at the Community Building.

Roll call showed Councilman Bob Hilderbrand, Councilwoman Christine Henderson, Councilman Mike Phipps and Councilman Roy Carpenter, and Councilman Cody Wagner present. Motion made by Wagner and seconded by Phipps to excuse Councilman Church from the meeting. Motion approved.

Also in attendance: Dillon Raines, Rick Bowman, Lonnie Bilyeu, Kevin Walters, Evelyn Jones, Linda Rossman, Joyce Walker, Ed Reinhardt, Solicitor Sarah Shelton and Clerk Heidi Huron Pledge to the Flag led by Robin Stevenson.

Minutes were made available to council prior to meeting.

Motion made by Councilman Hildebrand and seconded by Councilman Carpenter to approve minutes for February 5, 2013.Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea, but Wagner who abstained, because of his absence at last meeting. Motion carried.

Beth Frazier and Robin Stephenson to update the council on the community based gardens.

Frazier said that they will be holding public meetings in the spring as the project progresses for public input and involvement.

Stephenson also emphasized how important that community involvement is for the project.

Councilman Wagner praised both Frazier and Stephenson for their involvement with the program.

Mayor Troy Jolly reported that the zoning committee meeting went well. He also met with people about concerns with parks.

The Solicitor, Sarah Shelton, passed out the ORC for closing valleys for the council members to look at. Shelton also drafted the lease agreement for Gregg Scott for all parties to look at.

The Fiscal Officer, Heidi Huron, talked to council about State Auditors coming in to proceed with the release from Fiscal Emergency.

The Street Commissioner reported that the traffic light has been installed.

The Mayor passed out Police Chief Bowing’s police report.

The Fire Chief Rick Bowman passed out the fire report and said he will have status of life squad for

the next meeting.

A motion was made by Phipps and seconded by Hildebrand to recommend that Officer Mallott be taken off their probationary period. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried.

Police Chief, Jeff Bowling handed out his police report.

Christine Henderson reported that the Parks and Recreation Committee is continuing with grant and is checking on a verbal agreement with the library on property that does not seem to have documentation. Henderson and Hildebrand have looked at existing property southwest of building but could be a safety issue. Chief Bowman asked if they looked at property by the old Methodist Church that legally should be ours. Henderson discussed a grant from several years back with the boat dock and that volleyball net was included in that grant as well as a storage building and that both could be used for the park.

Mike Phipps reported for the Building and Streets and the committee met with Gregg Scott.

Councilman Carpenter gave all the information from that meeting to the Solicitor. It was also reported that the Water Department has scopes in looking at lines. AEP is also trimming back trees.

Councilman Wagner reported that the Finance Committee looked over and signed purchase orders. Wagner made a motion to pay bills and was seconded by Henderson. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea.

Motion carried.

Councilman Wagner also reported for the Economic Development Committee and hopes that the Community will be involved with the Gardens.

Wagner said that the goal that came from the meeting was to have three gardens. It was also discussed that the Flag rope is broken and to contact Sonny Kendall about it.

Robert Hildebrand reported that the Health and Safety Committee that he would like for us to work with the juvenile courts to have community service for vandals to give their time for the Karma Points project.

Carpenter reported for Community Events that a draft of lease on gym is in progress.

Carpenter also said that

M.A.M.A. meeting will be held February 27, 2013. Carpenter said that the Lions Club wants to redo Gateway Signs into the Village. They will have the chain linked signs put up for the 3 entrances in the Village. They also discussed the littering of the newspaper and that someone will call about it.

Chili Cook off 3:00 p.m.

February 23, at the River Barn all proceeds go to the Boy Scouts. Planning for Spring Clean Up, date will be April 5th and April 6th. Will ask Vets Club to see if they will purchase a dumpster.

A motion was made by Henderson and seconded by Wagner to table the Salary Ordinance until clarification is in writing. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea.

Motion carried.

Motion made by Henderson and seconded by Hilderbrand to waive the three readings and declare an emergency as a Resolution to provide fire protection for Sprigg Township. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried.

Motion made by Wagner and seconded by Carpenter to pass Resolution to provide Fire Protection for Sprigg Township.

Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried.

Motion made by Phipps and seconded by Henderson to waive the three readings and declare an emergency as a Resolution to provide fire protection for Manchester Township. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried.

Motion made by Wagner and seconded by Hildebrand to approve the Resolution to provide fire protection for Manchester Township. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried.

Mayor Jolly said that there are two levees one for the Police Dept. and one for the Fire Dept. that will need to be renewed in November. The mayor explains it is a renewal so there will be no new taxes.

Councilman Carpenter wanted to remind everyone that there will be a M.A.M.A. meeting February 20, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion to adjourn made by Phipps and seconded by Hildebrand.

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E D U CAT I O N North Adams Elementary Students of the Month North Adams Elementary Honor Roll 3rd Nine Weeks 1st Grade Mrs. Lori Grooms All A’s – Caden Luck, Airyonna Newman A’s and B’s – Harlee Brand, Shelby Cruea, Joey Fath, Tyler Harp, Caleb Iler, Jaida Mason, Brayden Salyer, Adam Scott, Patricia Sparks, Sarah Staten, Evelyn Tabor, Shauna Thatcher, Kasidee Washburn

First Row (L/R): Taylor McIntyre, Lyvia Neal, Adam Scott, Griffin Lung, Reece Meyers, Thomas Swisher, and Carson Osborne. Second Row (L/R): Bransyn Copas, Dexter Beam, Dominic Webb, Paige Harrison, Kaylee Tumbleson, and Miranda Raines. Third Row (L/R): Andrea Hill, Dakota Groves, Andrew Brand, Breanna Piatt, Mary Sonner, Anthony Wylie, and Timmy Clark. Last Row (L/R): Tony Campbell, Laney Hesler, Quinton Basford, Michelle Banda, Christin Young, and Ethan Blair.

Devon Stamper and Leah Saylor.

Joan Wittenmyer McCoy Memorial Art Awards

Pictured Art Instructors with winners: (L/R): Lacey Samples, Rhonda Willett WUHS, Nicole Frost, Beth McElwee PHS, Makala Haines, William Brown NAHS; and Crystal Roberts MHS. The All-County Arts & Music Festival on March 27, 2013, at West Union High School, was the scene for the presentation of the seventh annual Joan Wittenmyer McCoy Memorial Art Awards. These awards were established by her husband, Jim McCoy. Both he and his late wife were former residents of Adams County.

Mr. McCoy established a total of seven awards to be presented to three outstanding senior art students and each of the four senior high school art instructors.

The student works were exhibited and judged prior to the All-County Arts & Music Festival.

The first place award of $300 was presented to Makala Haines of Peebles High School with a work entitled “El Dia de La Muertos Part 2.” She plans on attending the University of Findlay to major in biology and chemistry.

Makala is the daughter of Melody Haines.

The second place award of $200 went to Nicole Frost of West Union High School for her artwork in ink. Nicole plans to attend Shawnee State University with an undecided major. Nicole is the daughter of Wanda Robinson.

Third place and $100 was awarded to Lacey Samples of West Union High School for her work “The Tree of Life.” Lacey plans to attend college with an undecided major. Lacey is the daughter of Glenna Samples.

An Honorable Mention went to Garrett Miller of North Adams High School for his photography entry entitled “The Cube”.

Mr. Jim McCoy graciously presented each of the senior high school art teachers with a check for $150.

McCoy 1ST Place: (L/R): Mr. Jim Haines PHS, Beth McElwee.

McCoy, Makala

Mrs. Kimberly Horsley All A’s – Kirsten Campbell, Bransyn Copas, Nicholas Fletcher, Devin Goodpaster, Caleb Miller, David Raines, Logan Shupert and Ethan Taylor A’s and B’s – Burlin Branscome, Dalton Fenton, Addison Fist, Trent Forman, Hunter Grooms, Madi Hesler, Carson Lehrman, Wyatt McIntyre, Tomie Singleton, and Maddie Wallace Mrs. Katie DeAtley All A’s – Levi Jones, Teagan Lloyd, Kyla Mahon, Katie Osman, Gabe Thatcher, Jayce West, Gage White A’s and B’s – Caylen Applegate, Anika Chamblin, Easton Daulton, Dylan Erkenbrecher, Shane Hill, MaKaleigh Huff, Jillian Iler, Hunter Moore, Lyvia Neal, Ethan Pagan, Shelby Thatcher Mrs. Amy Smalley All A’s – Sylvia Beighle,, Hunter Brown, Tatum Chaney, Cody Hesler, Marcia Kill, Carter McGowan, Asher Young, Nathan Whalen, Emma Childers A’s and B’s – Ethan Asbury, Clayton Grooms, Micah Hall, Leeah Saylor, Tee Tee Thomas, Ava Crouse, Rylee Murphy 2nd Grade Mrs. Vicki Sparks All A’s – Brayden Allen, Kelsey Cornette, Bryan Mathews, Rachel Whalen A’s and B’s – Dexter Beam, Mark Cox, Emma Hall, Cayden Hesler, Morgan Kell, Kendal Sullivan, Jayden Teriaca, Lilly Whitman Mrs. Kristi Roades All A’s – Alyssa Kendall, Lane Martin, Tori Roessler, and Dillon Ragan A’s and B’s – Terrell Leasure, Jonathan Fraley, Libby Meyer, Reece Meyers, Kelby Moore, Michael Mullenix, Jessi Preston, and Ally Williams Mrs. Dinah Carroll All A’s – Mat Grant, Grace Hall, Jade Hawthorn, Keetyn Hupp, Tanner Mefford, Brooke Robinson, Olivia Wright A’s and B’s- Emma Abney, Trey Hoop, Cory Cody, Hali Kimberly, Nathaniel Day, Kennedy Morgan, Mason Groves, Mitchell Ohneweher, Dakota Harris, Miranda Raines

McCoy 2ND Place: (L/R): Mr. Jim McCoy, Nicole Frost WUHS, Rhonda Willett.

Grade 8 Camron Gordley Grade 9 Amanda Cole, Corey Hanson, Katherine Hillger, Kendall Kelley, Tiffany Parker, Tyler Ryan, Josey Scott. Taylor Turner. Noah Ward

Climbing Clever Cloverbuds 4-H Club

Club Reporter Madison Taylor On March 21, the Climbing Clever Cloverbuds 4-H Club met at the Jefferson Community Center in Blue Creek. The meeting was called to order by President Connor Campbell. All members present participated in reciting the pledges and roll call was taken by Secretary Caley Grooms, by each member’s favorite Sports Team.

The Treasurer’s report was presented by Jacob Calvert. Lindsey Taylor, Health Officer, presented her report on “Making a First Aid Kit for Home.” The Safety’s Officer’s report was completed by Emilee Davis on “What to wear and use during sports.”

The club held the Officer Induction Ceremony. The club discussed ideas for our community service project, club scrapbook, candy money dates and fees for our club.

Our activity for the meeting was the Panty Hose Relay game. Refreshments were provided by Lauren Hoop and Brandt Seaman. The meeting was adjourned by Connor Campbell.

3rd Grade Mrs. Jane Williams All A’s – Garrett Bunn, Calee Campbell, Stephanie Coffey, Dakotah Davis, Seth Garrett, Dylan Groves, Kaitlin Jones, Sierra Kendall, Savannah McClanahan, Samara Myers, Lukas Roush, Ryan Shoemaker, Austin Staten, Marcy Shupert, Jordon Taylor, Josie Taylor, Myla Toole, Kaylee Tumbleson, Lane Wagner, Jadyn Wright.

A’s and B’s – Michael Armbruster, Hunter Brown, Darrell Clark, Meleah Hall, Alex Mitchell, Dalton Pease, Kevin Sheldon, Hailey Suiter

A’s and B’s – Marah Call, Larissa Clift, Ethan CooganStern, Kaitlynn Crabtree, Jessie Crawford, Abby Gast, Logan Griffith, Dakota Groves, Hunter Hoop, Madison Humphrey, Trenton McCann, Remy McNown, John Motts, Taylor Newman, Brooklyn Tolle, Seth Vogel, Aimee Waits, Gavin Whitman, Makala Wilson 5th Grade Mrs. Jennifer Adams All A’s – Hunter Rapp, Carolyn Shupert A’s and B’s – Zachary Crawford, Grant Harper, Collin Johnson, Breanna Piatt, Brooke Whalen, Evan Whalen Mrs. Deanna Motts A’s and B’s – Ezra Riddell, Mercedes Rector, Shayne Music, Mariah Mason Sara Marsden-Thomas, Evan Harrison

Mrs. Tara Purdin All A’s – Jacob Campbell, Lauren Eiterman, Paige Harrison, Laura Hesler, TJ Holt, Matt Polley, Abigail Roades, Morgan Shupert A’s and B’s – Megan Black, Chelsy Conley, Olivia Dotson, Ramona Edwards, Jacob Frost, Dakota Hill, Abbey Jarvis, Clayton Johnson, Wyatt Laney, Maddox Ogden, Isaac Rogers, Jack Taylor

Mrs. Jennifer Swayne All A’s – Alaina Eiterman, Austin McCormick, Bonnie Simpkins, Mary Sonner, William Taylor, Ethan Thompson, Cameron Young A’s and B’s – Colby Bunn, Brandon Figgins, Whitney Hill, Alexa Horsley, Edward Humphrey, John McIlwain, Aden Newman, Taylor Ogden, Zachary Osborne, Hailey Price, Cody Richendollar, Robert Ruggles, Kaitlyn Shreffler, Cole Wagner

Mrs. Tiffany McAdams All A’s – Wyatt Chandler, Carson Chaney, Lizzie Gill, and Ainsley Grooms A’s and B’s –Leah Dionne, Sydney Figgins, Jesston Kimberly, Zach Ogden, Dylan Quick, Erin Simpkins, Diesel Whalen, and Alana White

Mrs. Rebecca Harrison All A’s – Kaden Kendall, Ty Raines, and Blake Waller A’s and B’s – Cortney Brown, Darrin Davis, Damian Dionne, Andrew Elliott, Dalton Gardner, Jansen Hupp, Alyson Rogers, Savannah Waters, and Anthony Wylie

4th Grade Ms. Maria Crank All A’s –. Faith Howell, Lathan Jones, Hunter White A’s and B’s – Andrew Brand, Elijah Goslin, Chelsey Harp, McKinley Heater, Mason Maddox, Hope McCartney, Julie Moore, Brianna Robinson, Wade Shelton, Tanner Shipley, Wylie Shipley, Jaden Smith, Elizabeth Stout, Gordon Thompson

6th Grade Mr. Chris Moore All A’s – Dalton Black, Ethan Campbell, Duncan Hesler, Grace McDowell, Mackenzie Toole, Jordan Yoder, and Christin Young A’s and B’s – Addi Jackson, Bram Persch, Carly Phillips, Lauren Piatt, Layne Piatt, Gracie Roades, Andrew Scott, Savannah Woodall, and Elijah Young.

Mrs. Bev Chaney All A’s – Levi Curtis, Preston Grooms, Madison Richey A’s and B’s – Rachel Bolen, Sydney Collett, Sydnee Conlon, Breanna Cooper, Carter Crawford, Lafie Geeslin, Delaney Harper, Jayden Hesler, Andrea Hill, Braylie Jones, Ashtyn Kell, Fulton Kennedy, Cade Meade, Seth Meade, Wyatt Roades, Katelynn Tune Miss. Emily Collett All A’s – Lillian Barry, Alyssa Mays, Bethany Merritt

Mrs. Monica Crawford All A’s – Shelby Dotson, Evan Hendrickson A’s and B’s – Connoir Barnes, Brant Brown, Isabelle Brumley, Logan Friemoth, Emma Gesslin, Laney Hesler, Alexis Inskeep, Nolan Newman, Connor Parks, Colton Pertuset, Hayley Robinson, Hannah Setty, Quinn Sexton, Abbi Stacy, Hannah Valentine Mrs. Nikki Chandler A’s and B’s – Cheyenne Abbott, Katheryn Beaver, Caleb Bushong, Solomon Riddell

Peebles High School Third Nine Week Honor Roll ALL A Grade 7 Tanner Arey, Molly Bauman, Sierra (Yuki) Ireton, Baylee Justice, Gracelyn Kepart, Josie Myers

McCoy 3RD Place: (L/R): Mr. Jim McCoy, Lacey Samples WUHS, Rhonda Willett.

Mrs. Stephanie Shupert All A’s – Morgan Blythe, Daisy Holt, Drew Reid, Riley Richey, Alex Shupert, Skylar Stapleton, Landon Swayne, Christopher Young A’s and B’s – Ginny Chase, Kolby Eldridge, Nathan Parks, Blake Rectorand Jaylynn Collett

Grade 10 Emily Bauman, Mary Fernandez, Starr Lewis, Annie McFarland, Jessica Shelton, Madison Shoenleben Grade 11 Morgan Brown, Dallas Butler, Rachel Laxton, Katie McFarland, Sidney Pell Grade 12 Taylor Brown, Emilee Swayne, Joshua (J.P.) Wheeler A-B Grade 7 Corey Baldridge, Owen Behr, Shay Boldman, Conner

Browning, Bradley (Ridge) Cluxton, Alyson Countryman, Emily Hudgel, MacKenzee Jordan, Kimberly Kreal, Hope Kreml, Jessica Newkirk, Kennedi Newman, Mattison Nichols, Kendra Niswander, Jeffrey (Tanner) Schmitz, Blake Smalley, Jacob Staggs, Jadyn Starline, George (Austin) Werner, Caleb West, Trenton Wheeler, Chelsey Williams Grade 8 Shayla Brown, Kathryn (Katie) Cora, Jordan Crum, Raegan Dick, Logan Gordley, Brittany Lloyd, Aubrey McFarland, Sarah McFarland, Teauna Shoemaker, Alanys Skaggs, Courtney (CJ) Smart, Makayla Sturgill Grade 9 Katheryn Benson, Regina Clark, Jase Conley, Draven Davis, Rachel Eaton. Kaci Garrison, Kasey Hawkins, Dennis Hayslip, Alexis Hunt, Mariah Knauff, Logan (Scout) Kremin, Mariah Lewis, Sydney McDaniels, Daniel (Tucker) Schmitz, Kaitlin Toller, Haley Yates Grade 10

Zachariah ArraSmith, Trae Cross, Cody Ireton, Christopher Jones, Beau Justice, Courtney McCane, Madison O’Conner, Haley Pointer, Nora (Meagan) Powers, Rachael Richards, Steven Roberts, Hannah Rogers, Eric Schmitz, Brittany Stephens, Breanna White, Stephanee Whitley Grade 11 Amber Brown, Brian (Clay) Brown, Cassie Francis, Brooke Justice, Spencer Kelley, Alyson Puckett, Callie Ralston, Brandon Stratton, Charissa Tolle, Chase Williams Grade 12 Trent Arey, Thanyaporn Auttapumsuwan, Courtney Bowen, Mikayalah Conley, Lindsay Creech, Joshua (Cole) DeMint, Tyler Gray, Kayleigh Gross, Makala Haines, Cody Hemming, Kayleigh Humphrey, John (Matthew) McAdow, Alexandra McFarland, Tyler Porter, Caleb Rayburn, Misty Richmond, Brian Schmitz, Allison Shoemaker, Kevin (Cody) Smart, Ashley Toller, Chad Walls

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Politics & Government It's Been A Long Fight to Show the White House that Getting Rid of the 179th Was the Wrong Decision Senator Portman said, "I have no doubt the Airmen of the 179th will excel as they fulfill their new mission to protect and strengthen our nation."

The United States Air Force (USAF)’s announcement that the four C-27J aircraft will be removed from the 179th Airlift Wing of the Ohio National Guard Base at MansfieldLahm Airport and eight C130s will be added, along with personnel: It's been a long fight to show the White House that getting rid of the 179th was the wrong decision.

These courageous men and women have remained strong in the face of adversity, and I have no doubt the Airmen of the 179th will excel as they fulfill their new mission to protect and strengthen our nation.

In May 2012, Portman, then a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, fought for Ohio’s military men and women while also balancing the need for a strong national defense plan that is fiscally responsible during the committee’s markup of the Department of Defense Authorization for 2013, preventing elimination of C-27J planes and jobs at the 179th Airlift Wing in Mansfield. On March 20, 2012, Portman

pushed Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz on the C-27J to ensure that the Air Force and Senate Armed Services Committee reconsider the Air Force proposal.

The President’s budget originally proposed mothballing the four C-27Js in Mansfield and separating the 800 Guardsmen assigned to the 179th Airlift Wing. In July 2012, when President Obama was flying into Mansfield Lahm Airport as part of a

commitment to finding a mission for the 800 Guardsmen at the 179th.

On August 1, 2012, Portman sent a letter to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley asking for more information regarding what the Air Force knows about President Obama’s about-face on the future of the Mansfield Lahm Air National Guard base. Following these events, the Air Force proposed retaining the personnel of the 179th Airlift Wing and assigning the unit C-130 aircraft in place of their currently assigned C-27J aircraft.

U.S. Senator In December 2012, Rob Portman Portman, a conferee on (R) the Department of Defense Authorization for 2013, pushed for the establishment of a National Commission to review the long-term campaign stop, Portman structure of the Air Force called attention to the which was included in the President’s proposed Air final version of the bill that National Guard cuts that passed both chambers of would threaten the base’s Congress and was signed very existence despite the into law by the President.

179th winning Best The legislation also Overall Air National Guard requires the Air Force to unit prize this year. The retain 32 additional cargo President’s spokesperson aircraft, either C-130 or Cwas caught unaware of 27J aircraft, in its inventoWhite House’s plans to ry to fulfill the time-sensishut down its 179th Air tive, mission-critical, National Guard Wing unit. intra-theater airlift mission Shortly thereafter, the performed by units like the President announced his 179th Airlift Wing in before-then unpublicized Mansfield.

“Legislator of the Year” by AMVETS State Rep. Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) has been recognized as a "Legislator of the Year" by AMVETS Department of Ohio for the year 2012 for his work done in the 129th General Assembly as Chairman of the House Veterans Affairs Committee.

As one of the four annual legislators to win the award, Johnson was deeply humbled as he received the award in his office in the Vern Riffe Center in Columbus.

“This award means a great deal to me, and I consider myself deeply privileged to be able to come to Columbus and serve those who have so bravely served our nation,” said Johnson. “We need to continue to work together to

Gov. Kasich Signs &7.6 Billion Transportation Budget

make sure that our brave heroes who have fought and died for this country get every benefit that they are entitled to as well as their families.”

Merle Pratt, State Legislative Chairman for

and support of Military and Veterans issues while serving as the Chair of the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.”

AMVETS is a national volunteer-led organization that serves the needs of American veterans, as well as active military Guest Column members, along with a long-standing tradition State Representative of community service initiatives such as blood Terry Johnson drives, clothing drives R-Ohio and programs to combat hunger among many others.

2013 marks the 25th AMVETS had this to say year that AMVETS has upon presenting the award: recognized distinguished “AMVETS Department of legislators for this honor.

Ohio was honored to Recipients of the bestow the Legislator of AMVETS Legislator of the the Year Award to State Year Award are chosen for Representative Terry their outstanding support Johnson, a fellow veteran, and work on behalf of vetfor his tireless devotion erans.

On the right, Senator Gayle Manning (R-North Ridgeville) and on the left, Senator Capri Cafaro (D-Hubbard) look on as Governor Kasich signs House Bill 51.

State Senator Gayle Manning (R–North Ridgeville) today announced that Governor John Kasich has signed the state transportation budget into law. The budget, contained in House Bill 51, was approved in March by the Senate Transportation Committee, which Manning chairs.

“Through the bonding of the Ohio Turnpike, we will collect up to $3 billion for infrastructure projects, with more than 90 percent of that investment being made in Northern Ohio,” said Manning.

“This investment in Ohio roads will create up to 65,000 jobs and literally pave the way for new economic growth and business expansion.”

The bill appropriates

$7.6 million to fund the Ohio Departments of Public Safety and Transportation for the coming two-year period.

With his signature, the

approved by the legislature and the Governor include: Permitting the bonding of the Ohio Turnpike up to $1.5 billion The Nexus provision, which ensures that 90 percent of the money raised through turnpike Guest Column Gov. John R. bonding will be spent Kasich (R) Ohio on northern Ohio projects Increasing the highway speed to 70 miles per hour, outside urban areas Lowering the late fee Governor also approved a for vehicle registration plan that will allow $1.5 from $20 to $10 billion in bonds to be Allowing for the issued on the Ohio multi-year registration of Turnpike. Combined with certain vehicles federal and local matching Requiring a stop sign dollars, this money will (or yield sign, at the discontribute extensively to cretion of ODOT) at all infrastructure projects in railroad crossings where northern Ohio and across passive warning devices the state. (lights or gates) do not Some key components exist.

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Adams County Commissioners The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on March 25, 2013, with the following members present: Brian Baldridge, Stephen Caraway, and Paul Worley. Clerk Diane Ward was also present.

The meeting was opened with prayer and the pledge of allegiance led by Commissioner Paul Worley.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Vote: All yeas.

JFS Director Sue Fulton met with the board to discuss the following issues: Travel, Title XX County Profile amendment, contract approval, drug testing, office space lease, and personnel.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the following travel: JFS/S. Hopkins, K. Eagleston, OCDA Spring Symposium, Dublin, OH, 4/2123/13, $411.50. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the JFS payroll of $42,980.80 for pay period March 10, 2013 through March

23, 2013. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Title XX County Profile with an addition of counseling services upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Stephen Caraway to approve the JFS agreement with Lifespan Solutions for provision of counseling services for Children Services Board families upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

The Community Development Block Grant 1st Public Hearing was conducted at 10:00 a.m. Those present were as follows: Scott Township Fiscal Officer Charles Newman, Adams County Regional Water District Director Rick Adamson, Liberty Township Trustees Jeff Newman, John Shelton, and Wendell Swearingen, Oliver Township Fiscal Officer Brian Williams, Bratton Township Trustee Wayne Hanson, Jefferson Township Trustees Jack Lewis and Lawrence Shivener, Peebles Fire Chief Mike Estep, Wayne Township Trustee Tom

Downing, West Union Fire Chief Jerry Kirker, Franklin Township Fiscal Officer Diane Ward, E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson and Administrative Assistant Amanda Fraley. Commissioner Brian Baldridge called the hearing to order. Ms. Amanda Fraley reviewed the programs available through the Community Development Block Grant. Ms. Johnson explained the funding available and reviewed the procedures and grant specifications.

Adams County Regional Water District Director Rick Adamson met with the board to discuss future infrastructure development within the county water, sewer, etc.

Sheriff Kimmy Rogers met with the board to discuss budgetary issues pertaining to housing inmates in other county facilities, equipment repairs, and personnel.

E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson met with the board to discuss the following: Moving Ohio Forward demolition agreements, Moving Ohio Forward change orders/asbestos abatement, Sunshine Ridge Waterline agreement, and Barnes Sewer infrastructure billing.

It was moved by Brian

Baldridge and seconded by Stephen Caraway to approve the Moving Ohio Forward Grant for the Boyd Avenue property demolition agreement with Crossroads Construction upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Moving Ohio Forward Grant change order for the Boyd Avenue property for asbestos abatement with Crossroads Construction upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Stephen Brian Baldridge to approve the Moving Ohio Forward Grant for the North Cross Street property demolition agreement with Crossroads Construction upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the Moving Ohio Forward Grant change order for the North Cross Street property for asbestos abatement with Crossroads Construction upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Moving Ohio Forward Grant for the Sixth Street demolition agreement with Supreme Asphalt, LLC upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) B-P-12-1AA-1 Sunshine Ridge Waterline Project Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) funding agreement upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the bills.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the following transfers, additional appropriations, advances, and advance returns. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Stephen Caraway to accept the resignation of EMS employee Charles Brewer, III effective

April 1, 2013 upon the recommendation of EMS Director Etta Sparks. Vote: All yeas.

9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne met with the board to discuss the Advisory Board meeting, equipment purchases and maintenance.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Stephen Caraway to approve the B & C Communications Motorola console equipment agreement upon the recommendation of 9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the Energy Efficiency Palmer Consultants agreement amendment upon the recommendation of Facilities Director Sally Hayslip. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the Ross County Inmate Housing Agreement to house Adams County inmates upon the recommendation of Sheriff Kimmy Rogers. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Brian Baldridge to adjourn. Vote: All yeas.

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R16 - WEST UNION - Frame home with vinyl siding in good location near school, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, new roof 4 years ago, elec. heat, county water, insulated windows, carport, .606 acre lot. $49,500.

R18 – WEST UNION – Newly remodeled brick/vinyl sided home, 1080 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, elec. furnace, county water, new flooring, carport, small barn. $69,900.

R20 – MANCHESTER – 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding, 1293 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, full unfinished basement, new furnace, wood burning f/p, new windows, new carpet, 1-car garage. PRICED TO SELL AT $66,900.

R22 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1764 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, cellar, gas furnace, gas F/P, 3 A/C, hardwood floors, 2-car att. garage, back deck, $5,000 worth of landscaping.

PRICE REDUCED TO $49,900.

H8 - WEST UNION - 4.225 acres with DW, cabin, 2 barns, DW features 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen, all appliances, elec. furnace, 12x24 screened-in porch, 1-car garage. Cabin features 1 BR, 1 bath, kitchen with lots of cabinets, acreage has woods and abundant wildlife. PRICE REDUCED TO $79,900.

H10 – WEST UNION - 7.387 acres in excellent location with 2584 SF brick/vinyl split level home featuring 3 BR, 3 1/2 baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, laundry room, 2-car att. garage & 2-car det.garage, 12x44 screened porch & 12x 44 covered porch, 12x27 deck, gazebo with hot tub, 16x32 in-ground pool, 1160 SF pool house with open floor plan includes living room/rec. room, kitchen, full bath, laundry facilities & 2-car attached garage. PRICE REDUCED TO 299,900.

H12 – BLUE CREEK – 29.19 acres with log home, 1153 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, fuel oil stove, county water, 40x72 barn and small barn. $129,900.

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. above-ground pool with deck, city utilities, heat pump, nice .6 acre lot. $129,900.

R12 – NEW LISTING - WEST UNION - Frame home in nice location, 1242 SF living area, full basement, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with range, city water/sewer. $49,900.

with vinyl siding, 1960 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 ½ baths, living room, kitchen with solid wood cabinets, pantry, range, dishwasher, washer & dryer, elec.heat pump, C/A, wood burning F/P, floating floor, home sets on full concrete slab & has 2x6 walls. 2nd home is on full concrete slab & crawl space, 2100 SF, is currently being used as a shop but could be finished into 2nd home, small shop, large barn, county water + 2 cisterns. Nice quiet setting which joins Brush Creek State Forest. $225,000.

H14 – MANCHESTER – 4.355 acres with 1995 DW featuring 1456 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, elec.furnace, county water, refrigerator & washer included. $59,900.

R48 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, utility room, public water/sewer, 10x16 building. PRICE REDUCED TO $35,900.

R50 – WEST UNION - Newly remodeled frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with nice cabinets, laundry room, basement, nat. gas furnace, city water/sewer, covered front porch, 12x12 storage barn, nice 1/4 acre lot. $44,900.

H18 – PEEBLES – 1.7 acres with beautiful brick/vinyl sided home, 1728 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 ½ baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, eat-in kitchen with nice cabinets & island with stovetop, all appliances, elec. heat, wood stove, C/A, hardwood floors, 6panel doors throughout, walk-in closets, open stairway, 2-car att. garage, large covered porch, barn with porch, beautiful landscaping. $159,900.

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H6 - PEEBLES – 28.876 mostly wooded acres with 1994 DW

H24 – STOUT – 1.387 acres located on Ohio River, 14x70 mobile home, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, boat dock, steps to river, all furniture stays with home + grill & picnic table, 8x10 building. PRICE REDUCED TO $45,000.

H28 -WINCHESTER - 7.86 acres in a nice country setting close to SR 32 with 2002 DW with vinyl siding remodeled in 2009, 1026 SF living area, 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, ref., range, washer & dryer, new dishwasher, elec. furnace, C/A, county water, wrap-around deck, hot tub with gazebo, 2-car det. garage, pond. $89,900.

H30 – MANCHESTER – 1 ½ story brick home featuring 3426 SF living area plus full finished basement, 5 BR, 3 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, 2 nat. gas furnaces, 2 C/A units, gas F/P, hardwood & tile floors, 2car att. garage, front porch, 2 decks, 18x36 in-ground pool, 18x32 pool house. This is one of the nicest homes in the county. PRICED TO SELL AT $289,900.

H32 - NEW LISTING - WEST UNION - 2-story home on 3.856 acres located near Adams Lake with view of lake, 1881 SF living area + full basement, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with dishwasher & range, dining room, elec. furnace with heat pump, C/A, county water, 2-car att. garage, 2-car det. garage with storage space on side, storm shelter in basement, large front & back decks, concrete patio, beautiful setting in convenient location. PRICED TO SELL AT $97,100 H34 – MANCHESTER – 2.32 acres with brick/vinyl sided home, 1176 SF living area plus finished basement, 2 BR with possible 3rd BR, 1 ½ baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, utility room, elec. furnace, F/P, county water, hardwood floors, large porch, 8x10 building. $59,900.

R60 – MANCHESTER – Brick home featuring 3151 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with appliances, dining room, basement, nat. gas heat, C/A, 2 F/P, hardwood & tile floors, 2-car garage, 2-car carport, patio. A MUST SEE – PRICED TO SELL AT $145,000.

H4 - PEEBLES - 5.03 acres with well-kept frame home with vinyl siding, 1293 SF living area, 4 BR, office/5th BR, 1 bath(new), living room, eat-in kitchen, newer sunroom/utility room, partial basement, all appliances, gas furnace, C/A, nice carpet/tile flooring, new windows & doors, some new plumbing/updated electric, new concrete driveway & steps, Isaacs Creek runs behind back yard with shelter house by creek, 14x24 garage, 2 barns.

Home is in move-in condition tucked away in eastern side of Adams county, very peaceful setting. $159,000.

PRICED TO SELL AT $47,500.

H20 - BLUE CREEK - 3.756 acres with vinyl sided frame home, 2520 SF living area, 3 BR with large master suite added in 2009, 2 1/2 baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with new appliances, dining room, lots of closets, large storage area, elec. heat pump, C/A, Anderson windows, 3-car garage, large front porch. PRICE REDUCED TO $134,900.

H22 – MANCHESTER - 3.083 acres with 1 1/2 story vinyl sided frame home, 1225 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & dining room, utility room, county water, 36x40 barn.

H36 – MANCHESTER – 1.289 acres joining Nature Conservancy with frame home with redwood siding, 1680 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, finished basement with kitchenette, utility room, rec. room, heat pump, C/A, wood stove, 2-car garage, large screened porch, storage shed. PRICE REDUCED TO $119,000.

H38 – SEAMAN - 13+ acres with home & cabin, Home is frame with vinyl siding, 1968 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, heat pump, C/A, county water, double paned vinyl windows, 27x40 garage, 3 porches, pond, 20x36 pole barn, 16x26 cabin with electric & wood stove. $168,000.

FARMS - BUILDING LOTS - VACANT LAND - BUSINESS FARMS F2 - WINCHESTER - Beautiful 115.935 acre farm with approximately 65 tillable acres, 48 acres of pasture and 2 acres of woods, Frame home with vinyl siding, 2040 square feet of living area, full basement, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, mother-in law suite with 1 bedrooms, full bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, fuel oil furnace, wood burning fireplace, central air, new windows, new dimensional shingles, 2-car attached garage, several barns (120x74, 22x14, 60x24), 2 cisterns, well, 2 water taps, 2 septic systems, acreage is flat to rolling, mostly fenced, with creek and pond, farm is located on a dead-end road. PRICE REDUCED TO $489,000.

F6 - PEEBLES - 28.631 acre mini farm with equipment, 1996 Clayton DW, 1475 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. heat pump, C/A, wood stove, 2-car att. garage with storage room, 2 barns, shed, orchard, grape arbor, equipment too numerous to list. Property has abundant wildlife and would be a hunter's paradise. Call for more details.

PRICE REDUCED TO $224,900.

F8 - WEST UNION - 30 acre farm privately situated at end of dead end road, fully furnished 4-year-old frame home with vinyl siding, 2944 SF living area + poured walk-out basement, open floor plan, 3 BR all with walk-in closets, 2 full baths, living room, large kitchen with appliances, island & lots of cabinets, dining room, office, mud room, elec. heat pump, C/A with humidifier, wood furnace, gas stove, floor-

ing is combination of hardwood, tile & carpeting, att. garage, 2 decks, large machinery shed, large barn, 4 large outbuildings, horse facilities, 2 ponds. Owners are moving out of country so all furniture & appliances included with home, regretful sale. A MUST SEE! $395,000.

F10 – BENTONVILLE AREA – 89.223 acre farm with approx. 70 tillable acres, Old 2336 SF farm house not in livable condition but could be rehabbed, 12x20 garage, 3 barns (48x36, 72x48, 28x26), corn crib. Good location, land could be farmed or developed. $311,500.

F20 - WAYNE TWP. - ADAMS COUNTY - 67.5 acres of nice level farmland, 53.6 acres of cropland, 3.9 acres of pasture, 9.5 acres of woods, 550 feet of road frontage of SR 136. $234,900. Adjoining 3.05 acres with farmhouse, garage & very nice barn also available.

BUILDING LOTS L2 – WEST UNION – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING 1.429 acre lot close to town with water & electric available.

PRICE REDUCED TO $12,500. OWNER WILL CONSIDER TRADE. L6 - MANCHESTER - 3.05 acres located within village with city water & sewer, 5 mobile home hook-ups. $15,000.

L10 – WEST UNION – Very nice lot 0.706 acre lot in nice restricted subdivision, city water/sewage available, excellent spot for new home. $23,500.

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VACANT LAND V2 - MANCHESTER - 33.45 acres located on dead-end road (approx. 80% wooded), 1500 gallon septic, natural spring, creek, 2 small barns, lots of wildlife, great for hunting and ATV riding. $70,000.

V4 - WEST UNION - 1.928 acre building lot located in nice subdivision, approx. 1 acre of woods, all utilities available. $30,000.

V6 - MANCHESTER AREA - 43.75 mostly wooded acres with creek, very good area for deer hunting, ample road frontage, great building site or place to hunt or get away & enjoy the country & wildlife, elec. & water available. $129,900.

V7 - NEW LISTING - MANCHESTER AREA - 33.486 level to rolling mostly tillable acres, spring, county water available, 60x48 barn, great place for new home or horse farm. $128,000.

V10 - OTWAY - 92.962 wooded acres bordering Shawnee State Forest, 2 small cabins, electric & water available, nice hunting land & nice place to build home. $152,000.

V12 - BLUE CREEK - 33.7 acres with 30+ acres of woods, abundant wildlife, 4-year-old fence, county water available. $63,500.

V14 – WEST UNION AREA – 2 wooded acres on blacktop county road with over 300 feet of road frontage, county water available. $10,900.

V28 – MANCHESTER AREA – 10 partially wooded acres with

county water available, excellent place to build a home nestled in the hills of Adams County. PRICE REDUCED TO $24,900.

BUSINESS B2 – SEAMAN – 4000 SF building located on Main St. under traffic light. Building has extensive fire damage. HUGE PRICE REDUCTION TO $12,500 - MOTIVATED SELLER. B4 – WINCHESTER – Full-time day care/learning center, fully stocked and state licensed for 36 children, large playground and parking lot with school bus pick-up and drop-off, 4 classrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen & dining room, office, laundry room, storage room, new furnace & windows, business provides good income.

PRICE REDUCED TO $89,500.

B6 - WINCHESTER - 2-story block building located in downtown Winchester, building is 2640 SF, lower level could be used for business space or converted into an apartment, upper level has a 4-room apartment. $24,900.

B8 – PEEBLES – 1 acre lot with office building located in high traffic area in town. Property previously used as car lot. PRICED TO SELL AT $72,900.

B18 – MANCHESTER – Large 2-story commercial building located on corner of Pike St. & Second St. (US 52), 2500+ SF on both floors. Building has previously been a hardware store but could be used for many types of business, also a storage area behind building, building has nat. gas furnace, C/A, city utilities.

A good investment at $50,000.

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Adams County Court of Common Pleas CIVIL CASES Bank of America NA vs. Gary D. Arnold II, foreclosures.

Asset Acceptance LLC vs. Billy Welch, judgment.

First State Bank of Adams County vs.

Cornelia M. Dettmer, foreclosures.

LVNV Funding LLC vs. Meridon B. Jackson, judgment.

CIVIL DIVISION Robert Watterson vs.

Justin M. Carver, journal entry filed. Matter came on for final pre-trial, plaintiff and counsel did not appear, defendant requested dismissal, court reserves rulding, and SUA SPONTE reserves ruling on contempt and resets final pretrial for 4-4-13 at 12:30pm.

Terry Martin vs.

Nancy Jones, journal entry filed. Non-oral hearing is set for 4-29-13 at 8am.

Tonya Hamilton vs.

David M. Lane, judgment entry filed. This matter is dismissed with prejudice to the plaintiff.

Bank of America NA Successor vs. Julia Smith, entry reactivating proceeding filed. It is ordered that these proceedings shall be and hereby reactivated.

Quikrete Companies vs.

Clayton Railroad Construction, satisfaction of judgment filed.

US Bank National Association vs. Rudi A. Vogel, journal entry filed.

Telephone conference on 5-30-13 at 12:30pm.

US Bank of America NA vs. James Longhauser, journal entry filed. Nonoral hearing on 5-6-13 at 8am.

Freddie A. Merrick vs.

George Fitzgerald, journal entry filed. The court on its own motion continues the trial to 8-26-13 & 8-27-13 at 9am.

Tina M. Shaffer vs.

Eagle Creek Healthcare Group, dismissal entry filed. Case settled and dis-

missed with prejudice by agreement of the parties.

Karl Klickner vs. State of Ohio, journal entry filed. it is ordered that the plaintiff has fourteen days to instruct the clerk as to the method of service or this case will be dismissed without prejudice.

US Bank National Association vs. Timothy M. Scarberry, journal entry filed. The defendant has filed bankruptcy by reason thereof this matter is stayed and placed on the inactive docket.

JD & D Partnership vs.

Ann M. Zeek Administrator, court trial order filed. Trial to the court on 7-13-13 at 9am.

JD & D Partnership vs.

Ann M. Zeek Administrator, scheduling order filed. Final pre-trial on 7-22-13 at 11:30am and trial to the court on 7-3113 & 8-1-13 at 9am.

Phh Mortgage Corporation vs. James Roger Kirker, court trial order filed. Trial to the court on 8-22-13 at 9am.

Phh Mortgage Corporation vs. James Roger Kirker, scheduling order filed. Final pre-trial on 8-5-13 at 11:30am and trial to jury on 8-22-13 at 9am.

First State Bank of Adams County vs. Riddle & Rhymes LLC, telephone conference notice, telephone conference checklist filed. Telephone conference on 5-31-13 at 1pm.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Kendra J. Fithen, journal entry filed.

Non-oral hearing on 5-3-13 at 8am.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Kendra J. Fithen, court trial order filed. Trial to the court on 8-2-13 at 9am.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Kendra J. Fithen, scheduling order filed. Final pre-trial on 710-13 at 11:30am and trial to court on 8-2-13 at 9am.

HSBC Bank USA vs.

Trudy Sanders, judgment entry filed. If sums due are not paid within 3 days an order of sale shall be issued.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Cheryl L. Schoonover, final judgment entry filed. If sums due are not paid within 3 days an order of sale shall be issued.

Adams County Senior Citizens vs. West minster Group LLC, telephone conference notice, telephone conference checklist filed. Telephone conference on 6-6-13 at 12:45pm.

John Miller vs. Betty Mae Gray, judgment entry filed. Contracts declared forfeited by defendants, plaintiff restored to property, Adams County Sheriff to remove from said property all belongings of defendants and return to defendants.

Andrew Culbertson vs.

Charles Melino, temporary restraining order filed.

Hearing shall be held 4-1813 at 2:30pm.

Andrew Culbertson vs.

Charles Melino, journal entry filed. Temporary restraining order issued 329-13 is extended up to and including 4-18-13.

DOMESTIC CASES Mandi R. Young vs.

Jeremy Young, Dissolution without children.

Steven Doss vs. Beth Doss, Divorce with 2 children.

Kristen Jarvis vs.

Donnie Justice, Divorce with children.

DOMESTIC DIVISION Tammy Cornell vs.

Jack w. Cornell, judgment entry filed. It is ordered that the child support order is terminated.

Phyllis S. Corrill vs.

Jamie L. Corrill, notice of hearing and order to appear filed. Hearing on failure to pay support set for 5-16-13 at 8:30am.

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Leslie A. Kerr vs.

Kelly J. Kerr, agreed judgment entry filed.

Defendant shall discharge his obligation to plaintiff forthwith in the amount through a qualified domestic support obligation and cooperate to complete it, plaintiff to pay costs of preparation, each party to pay their own attorney fees.

Kristie Skaggs vs. Josh Skaggs, notice of hearing and order to appear filed.

Hearing on failure to pay support set for 5-16-13 at 8:30am.

Timothy W. Barker vs.

Tracey Barker, notice of hearing and order to appear filed. Hearing on failure to pay support set for 5-16-13 at 2:15pm.

Julie Walker vs.

Rodney Walker, judgment entry filed. Motion for contempt will be hearing on 422-13 at 1pm.

Commonwealth of Tennessee vs. Steve R. Meeker, notice of hearing and order to appear filed.

Hearing on failure to pay support set for 5-2-13 at 1:15pm.

Joseph C. Lowe vs.

Hannah Lowe, journal entry filed. This matter is placed back on the active docket and the final divorce hearing is scheduled for 6-7-13 at 9am.

State of Wyoming vs.

Michael W. Osborne, judgment entry filed. It is ordered that this case is dismissed without prejudice.

George Graham vs.

Lee Ann Graham, magistrate's decision and judgment entry filed. Case dismissed and all orders vacated, costs paid from deposit.

Sharon Kay Modlin vs.

James E. Modlin Sr, magistrate's decision and judgment entry filed. Defendant's motion to stop the monthly spousal support payments is overruled.

Stephan L. Schwering vs. Sandra S. Schwering, magistrate's order filed. Case is set for temporary orders on 6-14-13 at 10am, parties to report their attorney if the case can be settled.

Harry McDaniel Jr vs.

Brandi McDaniel, magistrate's order filed. Parties may have an agreement, however parties must complete parenting seminar, matter reset for 5-17-13 at 10am.

Roy F. Cooper vs. Erica L. Cooper, decree of dissolution of marriage judgment entry filed. Marriage dissolved.

Mandi R. Young vs.

Jeremy Young, entry filed.

Hearing on dissolution of marriage is scheduled for 57-13 at 3pm.

Steven Doss vs. Beth Doss, judgment entry filed.

Hearing on temporary orders will be on 5-14-13 at 2pm.

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Jason E. Montgomery, West Union, Failure to Yield, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Rhonda S. Blanton, West Union, 62/50, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Maureen A. Allison, Baltimore MD, 85/60, Fine $150, Court Costs $74.

Johnny Montgomery, Manchester, Breaking and Entering, Dismissed.

Catherine E. Stuard, Cincinnati, 84/60, Fine $156, Court Costs $74.

Robert C. Roepke, Peebles, Seat Belt DR, Fine $30, Court Costs $45.

Robin E. Williams, Piketon, 71/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Richard A. Jacobson, West Union, Valid OL, Fine $100, Court Costs $76.

Jill M. Wright, Winchester, 75/60, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Gary L. Jones, Manchester, Open Flask, Fine $100, Court Costs $59.

Gary L. Jones, Manchester, Seat Belt PASS, Fine $30, Court Costs $22.

Donna G. Spaulding, Lexington KY, 73/55, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Jameson Alkire, S e a m a n , Obstruct/OFF/BU, Dismissed per plea agreement.

Jameson Alkire, Seaman, Disorderly Conduct, FIne $100, Court Costs $118, Due 5-15-13.

George R. Sexton JR, West Union, Failure to Control, Dismissed.

George R. Sexton JR, West Union, DRIVE/TEXTING, Dismissed.

George R. Sexton JR, West Union, Seat Belt DR, Dismissed.

Michelle Renee McDaniel, Manchester, Failure to Tag Dog, Court Costs $64.

Rebecca C. Chambers, Peebles, Animals At Large, Dismissed.

Natasha Ode, West Union, Breaking and Entering, Dismissed.

Lansing M. Richards, Manchester, No Tail Lights, Dismissed.

Dwain E. Taylor, Peebles, Failure to Control, Dismissed.

Ori K. Harrison, Blue Ash, 77/60, Fine $100, Court Costs $74.

Jennifer H. Waddell, Winchester, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

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Dinah S. Applegate, West Union, Failure to Stop at Stop Sign, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Tracy L. Storer, Winchester, 72/55, Fine $42, Court Costs $74.

Michael A. Yale, Manchester, 66/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

John Henley, Manchester, Seat Belt DR, Fine $30, Court Costs $45.

Margret S. Cooley, Maysville KY, 68/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Julian K. Rickey, Blanchester, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

John J. Mullins, Carlisle KY, Failure to Display, Fine $25, Court Costs $45.

Brenda L. Perkins, West Union, 55/35, FIne $15, Court Costs $74.

Wayne N. Holtgrewe, West Union, 65/55, FIne $22, Court Costs $74.

Candice S. Hughes, Manchester, Improper Backing, Dismissed.

Elza R. Taylor, Otway, 72/55, Court Costs $74.

Beshoy G. Sawriss, Clifton Park NY, 67/50, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Ronald E. Adams, Ocala FL, 68/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Lydia A. Frost, DUS/Non Compliant, Dismissed.

Lydia A. Frost, 75/60, Guilty.

Zachary McKee, West Union, Burglary, Dismissed.

Dennis W. Long, West Union, Failure to Tag Dog, Dismissed.

Dennis W. Long, West Union, Failure to Confine Dog, Fine $25, Court Costs $66.

Shannon R. SettyTrotter, Otway, Failure to Control, Fine $15, Court Costs $74.

Jeremy W. Heather, Winchester, 66/55, Fine $22, Court Costs $74.

Mary R. Chaney, Hillsboro, Seat Belt DR, Fine $30, Court Costs $45.

Gary A. Chapman, Milton WV, Parking on Public Highway, FIne $100, Court Costs $45.

Adams County Court Of Common Pleas

MARRIAGE REPORT

Dylan Jones Pugh, 33 and DeAnna Dawn Thompson, 34, both of Peebles.

Robert Brandon Elliott, 32 and Jennie Kay Arnold, 34, both of Peebles.

Manchester Mayor's Court The Manchester Mayor's Court was held on Monday, April 1, with Magistrate Kris Blanton presiding.

Stephen Gibson, Drug Paraphernalia, Guilty $100 fine/80cc.

Kelly Brown, Physical Control, Transferred to County Court.

David Nicholson, Parking in roadway, Guilty $50 fine/80cc.

Jamie Lewis, Disorderly, Dismissed Resisting Arrest, Guilty $100 fine/80cc.

Christopher Yates, Parking in roadway, Guilty $50 fine/80cc.

Richard Dixon, Fail to dim lights, Trial Set. Terry Howell, Drug Paraphernalia, Guilty $100 fine/80cc.

Joyce Dallas, Exp. License, Guilty, $100fine/80cc.

Terry Jewell, Disorderly, Guilty $50 fine/80cc.

Lora Purdin, FRA, Guilty $250fine/80cc.

Cases reviewed: Jason Barr, Amber Barr, Jennifer Applegate, Lowell Phelps and Jamie Lewis.

Warrants Issued: Cory Mitchell, Jessica Morrison, Tanner Pennywitt, Kati Pollard and Zachary Scott.

8 - Tuesday, April 9, 2013 - The Informer

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Here Comes Spring Well, Opening Day was on Monday, and after 13 innings, it was not the outcome that Reds fans wanted.

However, being at the stadium and especially during the first few innings with the sun out, it was spring time.

April has started off with a pretty decent forecast for those farmers starting to get a little restless. Some fertilizer being applied as I made the drive to the Soybean Grower Program on Tuesday, and I am sure planters are ready, sprayers have been calibrated, and now just a few more drying days and things will be rolling.

In the meantime, there a few other things you may want to check off the list.

Remember the Poison Hemlock from last year.

Seems to be more and more of it each summer with the patches getting bigger and more of them. With that said, now is a good time to go find those

spots and make some spot treatments with 2,4D or some other broadleaf selective products. It may take twice to get it, so go back and check in a couple of weeks. It may be flat and wilted by tomorrow, but it seems to rebound after a few days in some cases.

Don’t forget the livestock.

If you have cattle, hopefully

about is the loss of some young calves. Some of those were confirmed selenium deficiency.

You may want to discuss this issue with your veterinarian and discuss your mineral program with your feed supplier.

Grazing Programs There will be some grazing programs going on here in the local area over the upcoming growing seaDavid Dugan son. The plan is to visit Extension Educator, Agriculture and Natural some farms doing some Resources different programs in Ohio Valley Extension increase the grazing in Education their operation. If you are Research Area interested in visiting some Adams/Brown/Highland farms this summer send Counties me an email to dugan.46@osu.edu or call you have already bought and one of the three county OSU provided some high magne- Extension Offices. sium mineral to your cattle.

There will also be a This cool spring weather Grazing School on April 23, makes for the threat of grass 25, and 27 at the South tetany. Some cases have been Campus of Southern State confirmed in the southern part Community College. Contact of our counties. Another issue the local Soil and Water office with cattle that I have heard for information.

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working your soil until it has thawed and dried out a bit. A handful of thawed soil should squeeze into a ball that holds its shape but breaks easily apart when pressed with a thumb or finger, 7) Prune trees and shrubs to maintain the health and attractive shape of a plant, increase the quality and yield of fruit, control and direct growth and create interesting plant forms and shapes. (Don’t prune trees or shrubs when growth has started and buds are swelling. Prune before growth starts in spring or wait until plants have leafed out.

Many plants prefer to grow in cool weather and can be started well before the last frost. Knapke’s list includes: Bachelor’s Buttons, Cabbage, Calendula, California poppy, Godetia, Kale, Love-in-a-Mist, Peas, Phlox, Poppy, Rocket Larkspur, Spinach, Sweet Pea and Swiss chard.

Gardeners welcome the

warmer days of spring, but we all know that cold, frosty nights and even some late spring flurries can still be in our future.

Now is a great time to start visiting the garden center to buy spring-flowering plants or simply add them to your wish list for another year.

Be sure to mark your calendars for the Vertical Gardens seminar being presented on April 18 at the Fincastle campus of Southern State Community College. The seminar is free and open to the public and will be held in the library from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

We start meeting with the Veteran Gardeners at the Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown this month. I look forward to sharing their stories with you in the coming months.

Get a head start on those weeds in your flower beds! Be vigilant this year and keep them from going to seed.

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The Master Gardener - Gardening in April Submitted by Faye Mahaffey, Brown County OSUE Master Gardener Volunteer This month gardeners begin to move outdoors. Yes, we’re still starting seeds inside the house, but now’s the time we work the soil, sow cold-tolerant seeds outside, and divide a few perennials and suckering shrubs. Weeds are growing fast and furious in the flowerbeds.

The lawn needs care. Are you making your list? Be sure to prioritize the list by importance of the task so that you don’t get overwhelmed at the beginning of the growing season! Keep your daily list short. Remember that some tasks are essential and others are not!

We worked on the ornamental grass beds this past week-end. The daffodils are ready to bloom, the crocuses are in full bloom in our pet cemetery, and the perennials are starting to emerge. My garden is still way too mushy to till. I may be able to plant some lettuce and spinach in my fenced in “rabbit” patch. I reminded my husband that last year we actually mowed our lawn in March!

Debra Knapke, author of Gardening Month by Month in Ohio, shares her garden tasks for April. They include: 1) Plant trees, shrubs, and vines once the soil can be worked, 2) Check your power tools, and have them serviced if you didn’t do it over winter, 3) Pull back mulch from sprouting plants, but keep mulch or a sheet handy to cover plants up when frost is expected, 4) Clean up the garden. Rake debris off lawns and prune back old perennial growth, 5) Bring garden tools out of storage and examine them for rust or other damage, 6) Avoid

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Southwest Ohio Earlier this year, Butler County Wildlife Officer Aaron Ireland received a complaint from a local police chief concerning some untagged deer parts. While investigating the complaint, Officer Ireland discovered a decomposing 6-point buck in a barn. Officer Ireland interviewed several individuals during the course of the investigation. One of the individuals had shot the deer in question during muzzleloader season. The suspect stated he was not feeling well so he decided not to tag the deer. After charges were approved by the local prosecutor, the suspect was charged for failing to temporarily tag his deer.

Southeast Ohio State Wildlife Officer Dan Perko, assigned to Athens County, was responding to a hunting without permission call at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday of muzzleloader season. Officer Perko came across a truck parked in the middle of the road at a farm where road shooting has been reported.

The truck was parked in a dip in the road, and a muzzleloader was pointed out of the passenger window. The driver looked back and saw the officer’s truck. Officer Perko engaged lights and the suspect stalled to a stop and Perko discovered an untagged deer in the back of the truck. The driver was issued a citation for failing to temporary tag a deer and hunting with the aid of a motor vehicle. The passenger was cited for hunting with the aid of a motor vehiLEGAL NOTICE

Awarding the bid for the Main Street Water Main Replacement.

Resolution 2013-4 amend the official certificate of estimated resources-water Operating Fund.

The remainder of these resolutions maybe viewed or copy obtained at the Village Clerk's Office at 33 Logans Lane, West Union, Oh. 45693.

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Sealed proposals will be received by the Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 3964 Wheat Ridge Road, West Union, OH 45693, until 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 9, 2013 for a 14 passenger (including 2 wheelchair spaces) midsize transit vehicle with diesel chassis that provides standup entry, headroom, and seating for adult passengers, and has provisions for wheelchair securement and lift.

This vehicle must meet all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) requirements relative to light commercial vehicles.

Specifications and instructions are available at the Board office.

Bids submitted shall impose no liability or legal obligation of the Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

The Board reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Each bid shall be accompanied by an approved bid bond equal to 5% of the bid amount.

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Northwest Ohio In November 2012 State Wildlife Officer Reid Van Cleve, assigned to Ottawa County, and Lake Erie Law Supervisor Gino Barna were on patrol during the deer-gun season. Officer Van Cleve received a call from a Maumee Bay State Park Officer. The park officer stated they had received a tip about a hunter shooting a deer on Maumee Bay State Park property earlier that morning. The park officer arrived to the location and discovered two deer hunters trying to cross a ditch to recover an antlered deer from the park property. Officers Van Cleve and Barna arrived a short time later to speak with the hunters. The officers contacted the hunters at the Mallard Club Wildlife Area, which is adjacent to the park property where the deer was located. Officer Van Cleve spoke to the hunter who claimed to have killed the deer. The hunter stated that he and his father had arrived at the wildlife area about midmorning and spotted the deer. He then stated that he had shot the deer and it had crossed the ditch where it died. While speaking to the hunter, a state watercraft officer arrived at the park and

began tracking a blood trail.

She found another dead deer lying fifty yards from the antlered deer. The blood trail led her to the same location as the antlered deer. After further investigation, the officers determined that the doe had been shot on the park property and the slug passed through her striking the antlered deer in the throat, killing it as well. The officers did not tell the hunters this information at that time.

Officer Van Cleve his interview, and the suspect stated that he had shot the antlered deer while it was on park property. The suspect said that he had just bought his license and deer permit that day and it was his first time deer hunting. He indicated that he just got excited. The man’s story was not adding up. The tip had been called in before the license and deer permit were bought. Further investigation revealed that the father had shot once that morning, killing both deer.

He had already harvested an antlered deer earlier in the season, so he could not legally kill another one. He went back home and had got his son to come and tag the antlered deer. The son was issued a citation for buying a license without completing a hunter’s education course.

The father was issued two citations, one for hunting without written permission and one for killing more than one antlered deer per license year. The father appeared in the Oregon Municipal Court.

He was given a fine and ordered to pay $950 in restitution. His hunting privileges were suspended for one year.

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Senior Living

Tree of Life Quilt Block

This week I wanted to feature the "Tree of Life" Quilt Block. There are many variations of this block but basically the one featured is made with half-square triangles for the leaves. I have seen this block set on point, made with many more rows of leaves or in larger scale. I have seen the block featured as a medallion in the center of a quilt or wall hanging. My aunt had one where a different family member's name was writ-

ten in each one of the leaves. It was pretty neat. The cloices of colors and farbics give each creation it's own unique look.

Remember, the modern quilt movement uses lots of solid colors. I have seen this pattern made in all red and white, blue and white or other solid colors. Remember you have artistic license to add your own spin on the quilt. Don't forget to send up pictures of your projects!

Dear Miss Needles Dear Miss Needles: I was watching a sewing show on TV last week and the show personality was wearing a pair of scissors around her neck on a necklace. What are they called and where can I get a pair?

Sign me, Amy Dear Amy: The person was wearing a pair of thread snips on a lanyard. Years ago I worked at TechnoTrim in Maysville, KY and the sewers were issued snips.

They were great to snip off threads and fit perfectly in the hand or pocket. They come with a rubber or plastic tip that can be slipped over the tips and have a ring to be hung on a lanyard of

key holder for your belt.

They are sold at most sewing and stores and can cost from $6 to $50 each, depending upon quality. Or you could find someone who used to work at TechnoTrim and see if they still have a pair you can try out before buying.

Dear Miss Needles: What size or type of needle do you recommend to use when mending a seam?

Sign me Roma Dear Roma: I always tell people to use a needle you are comfortable with and like to use. that being said, personally, the smaller the needle, the tiny-er my stitches become. There are

times when I want my stitches not to show and so I will use strong quilting thread and a small sharp or quilting needle to get the desired stitch length.

Repairing seams before the problem becomes too large is a great way to make your wardrobe last. I used to try and find clothes with a flaw or broke zipper and then offer to buy the garment at a very reduced price so I could repair it and have the look for a lot less.

Do you have a question you would like Miss Needles to answer? Please write to her in care of The Informer or e-mail her at dearmissneedles@yahoo.com

Dining with Diabetes Cooking School The Ohio State University Extension Offices in Adams, Brown and Highland Counties will be offering a Dining with Diabetes Class series on May 16, 23, and 30 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Classes will be held at West Union First Baptist Church, located at 201 N. West St., West Union, OH 45693. The classes are open to individuals with diabetes, their family members, caretakers, and other support persons. The classes are open to all Adams, Brown, and Highland county residents. Participants should plan to attend all classes.

Dining with Diabetes is a cooking school program for people with diabetes and their families.

Classes will provide 6hours of nutrition education with a Registered Dietitian to assist you with diabetes management and will include cooking demonstrations on how to prepare foods using less fat, salt, and sugar without cutting taste. Participants will have the opportunity to taste a variety of foods and receive a packet of recipes for main dishes, side dishes, and desserts. At Dining with Diabetes, you will: · Watch live cooking demonstrations. · Sample delicious food prepared for you. · Gain new insights on healthy eating. · Learn new skills to manage your diabetes.

Instructors for the classes will be Delores McFarland, Registered Dietitian and Director of Food & Nutrition with the Adams County Regional Medical Center, and Amy Habig, Extension Educator for Family and

Consumer Sciences with Ohio State University Extension in Adams, Brown, and Highland Counties.

Also, the Adams-Brown

The fee for all classes is $20 per person or $35 per couple. (A couple includes the diabetic and one support person such as a family member or caregiver.)

Attendance is limited Amy L. Habig to 30 participants.

Extension Educator, To register for classFamily and es, download and mailConsumer Sciences Ohio State in a registration form r o m University Extension f www.adams.osu.edu, - Adams, Brown and www.brown.osu.edu, Highland Counties o r Diabetes Education Coalition www.highland.osu.edu. Or, will offer a Shopping you can call the Ohio State Matters® grocery store tour University Extension Office for Dining with Diabetes par- at 937-393-1918 or e-mail ticipants on Thursday, June 6 Amy Habig at from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. (The habig.13@osu.edu. Payment exact grocery store location and registration to hold a spot will be announced at the first for you is required by class.) Shopping Matters® is Monday, May 13. A followa program of the Share Our up Dining with Diabetes Strength national nonprofit reunion class will be held at a organization and it is national- later date. ly sponsored by the ConAgra Foods® Foundation and Walmart. Shopping Matters® involves a guided grocery store tour, and it is aimed at helping families make healthy and affordable food choices.

After attending the Shopping Matters® tour, you should be able to: · Identify at least three economical ways of purchasing fruits and vegetables, · Practice comparing unit prices, · Practice comparing food labels, and · Practice identifying whole grains.

Thanks to the generous support of the Brown County Sugar Helpers, those Dining with Diabetes participants who attend the Shopping Matters® tour can participate in the $10 Challenge, during which they can shop for $10 worth of free nutritious foods from the grocery.

Community Leaders Needed for Chronic Disease Self-Management Program

Pictured (L/R): Vicki Woyan and Vicky Abdella, RN, with the Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7), who both serve as Master Trainers of the local Chronic Disease Self-Management Classes sponsored by the AAA7. A Lay Leader Training Course will take place this month for those interested in supporting the classes in their community by serving as a facilitator.

Interested in being trained health districts, community their community through to help your community better organizations, and local part- long-term care home and commanage their chronic disease ners implement the programs munity-based options. The conditions? The Area Agency in local communities in an AAA7 covers ten counties in southern Ohio including on Aging District 7 (AAA7) is effort to reach more Ohioans.

To expand these evi- Adams, Brown, Gallia, looking for community leaders to assist with facilitating its dence-based programs, the Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Chronic Disease Self- AAA7 is looking for individu- Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton.

Management Class. als to become trained lay leadServices, provided directCommunity, or lay, leaders ers. Lay leaders are volunteers ly through the AAA7, or will continue to support the who typically have chronic through contracted communiclasses in their individual conditions themselves and ty providers include, but are communities after they com- conduct workshops using the not limited to: information, plete training through the prepared curriculum. They referral and assistance; personAAA7. An upcoming training complete a training program al care and homemaking; is scheduled in Portsmouth where they are mentored by respite care; adult day care; this month for those individu- master trainers. An essential assisted living; caregiver supals who are interested in serv- element to these six-session port; case management; home ing as a lay leader in their workshops is that they are held repair; transportation; homecommunity. Currently, the in community-based settings, delivered meals; communityAAA7 is recruiting volunteer such as senior centers, faith- center meal programs; and leaders for the following coun- based organizations and linkage to community servicties: Adams, Jackson, libraries, with most led by cer- es. Depending upon eligibility, tified and trained lay leaders income and other factors, servLawrence, Pike and Scioto.

Self-management pro- rather than medical profes- ices can be paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, other grams for people with chronic sionals.

The upcoming Lay federal and state resources, as conditions are designed to help those with chronic dis- Leader Training will take well as private pay. Through a eases such as high blood pres- place in Portsmouth, Ohio, on phone call and in-home consure, asthma and arthritis, April 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th sultation at no-cost to you, a learn to manage their condi- from 9:00 am until 4:30 pm specially-trained AAA7 nurse tions and take control of their each day at United Scioto or social worker can engage in health. The Chronic Disease Senior Activities, located at an in-depth conversation to Self-Management Program 115-117 Market Street. Those help determine the needs of (CDSMP) was created at who are interested must attend the individual and what proStanford University and is a all four days. Attendees will grams and services are availproven community initiative be provided with in-depth able in the community to best that provides health benefits information needed to conduct support their health, safety and and promotes disease preven- the workshops and receive the well-being. materials at no cost. tion.

The AAA7’s Aging and Anyone interested in Disability Resource Center CDSMP is a six-session workshop that meets once a CDSMP either as a participant (ADRC) is available to help week where participants learn or volunteer workshop leader, provide assistance and how to minimize symptoms should contact the local Area answers to any questions the such as fatigue, pain, stress Agency on Aging District 7, community may have regardand depression. It teaches Inc. by calling Vicki Woyan at ing long-term care options and skills for communication, 1-800-582-7277, extension resources. The community A pre-screening is can call Monday through managing medications, better 215. breathing, and how to design required of all applicants who Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 your own self-management express an interest in serving pm to speak directly to a nurse program. The program focuses as a lay leader. Registration or social worker who will help on the participants' role in deadline for the Lay Leader answer any questions the managing their illnesses and Training is Monday, April caller may have. building their confidence so 15th.

Those interested in learnThe Area Agency on ing more can call toll-free at 1that they can be successful in adopting healthier behaviors. Aging District 7 (AAA7) is a 800-582-7277 (TTY: 711) or Workshops are highly interac- non-profit corporation that e-mail at info@aaa7.org. The tive, where workshop leaders helps coordinate programs to Agency also has a Facebook as well as group members pro- help older adults and those page located at www.facevide support while learning with disabilities live safely and book.com/AreaAgencyOnAgi new techniques for dealing independently at home or in ngDistrict7. with symptoms.

In 2010, the Ohio Department of Aging, in partnership with the Ohio Department of Health, received $1 million in grant funding through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) to expand CDSMP statewide. Ohio’s 12 A wide selection of Monuments, area agencies on aging, local

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HEALTH MATTERS “Working With You For A Healthy New Year”

Adams County Regional Medical Center is one of a few facilities to offer: 3D Mammography the Latest in Breast Cancer Screening Women Women who undergo routine mammograms at ACRMC now have the latest screening and diagnostic technology available to them. ACRMC is one of the first women's centers in the area to offer 3D breast tomosynthesis for breast cancer screening with a Selenia® Dimensions® digital mammography system. Selenia Dimensions is the latest generation of mammography equipment from Hologic, the women's healthcare company, the world leader in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment.

The Selenia Dimensions system offers exceptionally sharp breast images, an advanced ergonomic design providing more patient comfort, and a ground-breaking 3D tomosynthesis platform designed to deliver superior screening and diagnostic performance.

Breast tomosynthesis is a revolutionary technology that gives radiologists the ability to identify and characterize individual breast structures without the confusion of overlapping tissue. During a tomosynthesis exam, multiple, low-dose images of the breast are acquired at different angles. These images are then used to produce a series of one-millimeter thick slices that can be viewed as a 3D reconstruction of the breast.

By offering women the latest technology in mammography, ACRMC hopes to increase the number of area women who will be routinely screened. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Statistics indicate that one in eight women will develop breast cancer sometime in her lifetime. The stage at which breast cancer is detected influences a woman's chance of survival. If detected early, the fiveyear survival rate is 97 percent.

ACRMC is committed to the fight against breast cancer. In offering 3D breast tomosynthesis digital mammography, ACRMC provides the latest in imaging quality. If you would like to schedule a mammogram please call scheduling at (937)386-3451. If you have questions about this important breast health procedure, please contact ACRMC Imaging Department at: (937)386-3460.

School-Based Health CenterOpen-House Please join us on Monday, April 29, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. for an Open House including a brief ribbon cutting ceremony and a tour of the newly constructed Manchester School-Based Health Center at 130 Wayne Frye Drive Manchester, OH The Manchester School-based Health Center was established through a joint venture between Manchester Local School District and the Adams County Regional Medical Center upon receiving a generous grant from The Health Foundation of Greater Cincinnati. The Center provides medical, behavioral health, optometry, and dental services to approximately 600 students enrolled in Manchester Local School District. Upon opening the doors to the newly constructed facility, services will expand to the community. The new facility consists of 3 exam rooms, 2 dental rooms, an optometry room, a conference room, and supporting work stations, labs, and waiting rooms.

Construction of this project was made possible by the receipt of a School-Based Health Center Capital grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service, Health Resources and Services Administration.

Donald Nofziger, M.D. to Close Seaman Office Pediatrician Donald Nofziger, M.D. has decided to close his Seaman Pediatric Office practice. This will be effective on April 7, 2013.

A medical records release form can be obtained from the Medical Records Department at Adams County Regional Medical Center. Federal law requires that ACRMC have a signed release from you, the patient, to release your medical information to anyone including health care facilities.

All patients are encouraged to seek ongoing care from either: Kim Miller, CNP at Seaman Family Medicine (386-0064); from All About Kids PediatricsSusanne Gunter, M.D., 292 Brooks Malott Rd, Mt. Orab, OH (937-444-0035) or the Maysville Kid Care- Michael Coleman, M.D., 991 Medical Park, Maysville, Kentucky (606-759-5437); or other local physicians.

Dr. Donald Nofziger has enjoyed working with the patients for the past 2 years and continues to wish them well in the coming years.

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