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Man Caught for Sniffing Paint OSPInvestigates Fatality

Gilliam The Adams County Sheriff's Deputy Mark Brewer and Manchester Police

Chief Jeff Bowling responded to State Route 41 and Hale Dr., West Union for a man who stole a golf cart on Wednesday, April 24. The subject stole the golf cart from his neighbor at the intersection of St. Rt. 41 and 136 in Bentonville and drove it to a store in West Union. Upon retuning from West Union back towards Bentonville the subject was pulled over by authorities at Hale Dr. The subject was identified as Scott Lee Gilliam, 42, of Manchester. Upon investigation it was discovered that Gilliam had been sniffing paint. Gilliam was placed under arrest and charged with with Abuse of Harmful Intoxicants, Probation Violation, Driving Under Suspension and Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a pedestrian involved traffic fatality.

The crash occurred on Saturday, April 27, at 1:43 p.m. on St. Rt. 73, Bratton Twp. A 2004 GMC 4500 series pickup truck operated by David Jamison, 58, of Peebles, was north bound on St. Rt. 73. The pedestri-

an, identified as Ariel Knoeckelman, 21, of Peebles, was struck in the roadway by the vehicle operated by David Jamison.

Knoeckelman succumbed to her injuries at the scene of the incident and was pronounced deceased.

The crash remains under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

Knoeckelman

Subjects Caught forComponents to Manufacture Meth

Democrat Governor Candidate to Speak in Adams The Adams County Democrat Club will be hosting Democratic Governor Candidate Ed Fitzgerald at their 42nd Annual Fundraising Dinner. The event will be on Saturday, May 11, at the West Union High School. The social hour begins at 5:30 p.m. with the dinner beginning at 6:00 p.m.

After working his way through Ohio State University and later night law school, Ed embarked on a lifetime of public service, beginning by becoming a Special Agent with the FBI. He trained at the FBI Academy in Quantico.

As an FBI Agent, Ed was assigned to the Organized Crime Task Force in Chicago, working to hold corrupt politicians accountable.

After his FBI service, Ed returned to Ohio, serving as an Assistant County Prosecutor and eventually Mayor of Lakewood.

Following one of the largest public corruption scandals in the history of Ohio, the people of Cuyahoga County elected

Fitzgerald Ed to lead a new county government as their first County Executive.

Pell Named to MSC Golf All-Academic Team Sophomore Rob Pell has been named to the Mid-South Conference AllAcademic Team as announced at the MSC Golf Banquet. To be eligible for this honor, student-athletes must be at least a sophomore and maintain a GPA of 3.25.

Pell earns the honor in his first season eligible. Pell, of West Union, is majoring in Business at Shawnee State. He and the rest of his teammates are currently competing at the MidSouth Conference Championship.

Gibbs

Purdin

The Adams County Sheriff's Office was called to Gift Ridge Rd., Manchester, for a stalled vehicle on Tuesday, April 23. Deputy Micah Poe and Manchester Police Chief Jeff Bowling responded to the area.

Once officers arrived at the location it was discovered that the vehicle ran out of gas. After further investigation components to manufacture Meth were discovered inside the vehicle.

The following individuals were apprehended from the Drug Bust: Brittany K. Gibbs, 25, West Union, Probation

Hafer

DeLong

Violation.

Lora Purdin, 31, Manchester, Probation Violation.

Melvin R. Hayslip, 49, Winchester, Illegal Assembly.

Courtney P. Hafer, 20, Aberdeen, Wanted for Failure to Appear in Brown County Court.

Patrick DeLong, 56, Cherry Fork, Illegal Assembly.

Hayslip

Country Music Legend George Jones Passes

Pell

2 Flown from Crash

Pictured is the two car accident on Cross St., West Union.

Pictured is Air Evac Flight Crew exiting the Chopper.

A two car serious injury crash occurred on due to landing the choppers. Air Evac transSaturday, April 27, on Cross St, in West Union. ported Joseph Wagner, a passenger of one of The West Union Fire Department, Life the vehicles and his driver Logan Wagner to Squads and Manchester Life Squad was dis- the hospital. patched to the location.

The female driver of the other vehicle Two occupants were transported by was transported by squad to the hospital for squads to meet two helicopters that staged at treatment. the Adams County Glass on St. Rt. 41 S. The crash remains under investigation by The Manchester Police Department was West Union Police Department and Officer dispatched for traffic control at the location Ken Reed.

Pictured is Rosie Young with George Jones. Rosie opened up for Jones on two different occasions in Brooksville, Ky. George Jones, died at the age of 81, and, on occasion, bring devoted listeners to will be remembered for his magnificent tears: Choices, Golden Ring, The Grand voice who graced dozens of country clas- Tour, He Stopped Loving Her Today, I sics for over 60 years. Jones died Friday, Don't Need Your Rockin' Chair, She Thinks April 26, at Vanderbilt University Medical I Still Care, Tender Years, White Lightning, in Nashville, according to his publicist Kirt Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes and Why Webster. He had been hospitalized with Baby Why. fever and irregular blood pressure, forcing You can share your love, prayers and him to postpone two of his shows. memories with Nancy and the family at Jones released over 150 albums and thelegend@georgejones.com here are 10 prime hits (listed alphabetically) Jones was scheduled to appear at the that helped define his incredible career -- Ohio State Fair on August 2.

District Congressional Art Competition Voting now through Thursday, May 2.

The 2013 Congressional Art Competition, “Home in Ohio,” is now being displayed in a digital art gallery on Congressman Brad Wenstrup Facebook page. This format allows constituents from all parts of the district and beyond to view the showcase and even take part in selecting a winner.

Out of the 43 art pieces Adams County has several art pieces in the competition from Peebles and Manchester High Schools.

The public can help select which entry will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol by voting for their favorites online. To cast a vote, visit the

2013 Congressional Art Competition photo album on Rep. Wenstrup’s Facebook page – www.Facebook.com/RepBra dWenstrup – and “like” an entry. Online voting, combined with votes from a panel of local artists, will decide which entry is selected to become a part of a nationwide showcase in the U.S. Capitol building. Voting is open now through Thursday, May 2.

“It is truly fascinating to see what the student artists chose to depict when given the theme ‘Home in Ohio.’

We received images of Ohio’s landscape, our unpredictable weather, and portraits of friends and family,” said Rep. Wenstrup. “One artist even

drew Joey Votto of the Cincinnati Reds. One thing is clear, home may mean different things to each artist, but we are fortunate that these talented students call Ohio home.”

For more information about the competition or how to vote, call Representative Wenstrup’s Cincinnati office at (513) 474-7777.

OBITUARIES

The following obituaries are on page 3 of this week’s edition: June Forman, Carolyn Prine and Eugene Rowe.

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Judge Spencer SSCC Commencement Speaker Republican Lincoln/Reagan Dinner Judge Brett M. Spencer has been chosen to deliver the commencement address at Southern State Community College on Friday, May 3.

“We are delighted to hear that Judge Spencer has accepted the invitation to deliver the address for our 38th annual commencement ceremony,” said Dr. Kevin Boys, SSCC President. “Our aim has been to select speakers who have been impacted

by Southern State and who are capable of inspiring our graduating class. Judge Spencer is one who believes in education and its power to transform the lives of individuals, families and communities. I look forward to his challenging encouragement to the SSCC Class of 2013.”

Judge Spencer presides over the Adams County Common Pleas Probate and Juvenile Court. A graduate of Manchester High School, he earned his bachelor’s degree in agriculture from The Ohio State University and his juris doctorate from the University of Toledo. He worked as a private practice attorney until election to his current appointment in 2005. He is currently serving his second term. He, along with his wife Sherri and son Marshall, live on a farm in Manchester.

Because Judge Spencer is assigned to multiple jurisdictions—the Common Pleas, Probate, and Juvenile Courts and Probation Department-— he says, “I get to see all aspects of law and it gives me the broad picture; I’m exposed to it all.”

Beyond his experience in the courts system, Judge Spencer inherently understands the road to higher education is not always easy.

“My father was raised in an orphanage and my mother quit high school to work in a factory so that he could pursue his education,” he said. “My mom eventually went back to school and earned her GED and realtor’s license.”

In Adams County, Judge Spencer has become a champion for the General Educational Development (GED) diploma, sometimes ordering defendants to

Pictured is Justice Sharon Kennedy speaking to those in attendance.

Spencer complete a GED in lieu of harsher penalties. They don’t have to travel far to get one either. Through Southern State Community College’s Adult Opportunity Center, a GED preparation class is on site in the Adams County Courthouse.

“When Judge Spencer first took over in Adams County, 92 percent of the felony cases were committed by people who did not have a high school diploma. He decided then that he needed to make sure more people graduate,” said Mike Cluxton, Adams County truancy mediator and retired assistant principal of Manchester High School. “He has always been a proponent of the GED program, but it didn’t take off until he partnered with Southern State and got the program set up in the courthouse. Our idea is that we’re going to take away all the excuses.”

Not only does Judge Spencer court order GED completion, he also regularly visits the classroom to see if students need anything, including transportation or childcare.

“What we’ve found is that most of them really appreciate the support they get from us. Some continue to make bad choices, but not many,” Cluxton said.

“The judge is just phenomenal. He won’t take the credit, but it starts at the top and you need someone who is a champion for the

cause.”

When Judge Spencer takes the stage to deliver his commencement address on May 3, a certain special person will be among those receiving their degrees – his son Marshall, a high school senior.

Graduating high school and college at the same time, Marshall will be in good company. A good number of the 2013 graduating class is taking advantage of the college’s post-secondary enrollment option (PSEO) program which offers the dual opportunity.

“How does that happen in just two generations?” asked Spencer, contrasting his son’s vanguard achievement with his parents’ struggles.

“Their grandson is graduating high school with an associate’s degree. It’s a shame they’re not still alive to witness this.”

Following in his dad’s footsteps, Marshall will head to Ohio State this fall.

He’s already been accepted into OSU’s Fisher College of Business and successfully transferred 11 of his 12 Southern State classes.

Southern State’s commencement exercises will be held 7 p.m. Friday, May 3, in the Patriot Center on the college’s Central Campus, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro. For more information, please call 1800-628-7722 ext. 2623 or visit www.sscc.edu/ students/graduation.shtml.

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U.S. Army Col. Mike Brown At the Annual Republican Lincoln/Reagan Dinner the Honorable Sharon Kennedy, Justice, Supreme Court of Ohio spoke to a full house on Saturday, April 27, at the Seraphim Ranch, Bentonville.

Also at the Dinner the Special Speakers from the US Army War College was on the program. Col. Mike

Col. Artak Tonoyan, Armenia Brown, US Army, spoke about what the War College.

Col. Brown said, "We have done a great job in Afghanistan and Iraq, but it is time we move forward and start talking about National Defense and Security."

Col. Brown then introduced Col. Hajar Ismail, Iraq and Col. Artak Tonoyan, Armenia who also

Col. Hajar Ismail, Iraq. spoke to those in the audience.

Col. Ismail said, "We thank the U.S. for what you done for us. It was very costly for Americans." Col. Ismail mentioned that Saddam Hussein killed over 5,000 people in one (1) minute by using Chemical Weapons. During Hussein's reign over 200,000 people were killed.

MHS Musical Willy Wonka Visit a world of pure imagination.

The Manchester Music Department proudly presents a rollicking musical production of Willy Wonka. Bring the entire family and everyone will go home singing the “Oompa Loompa” song and “Pure Imagination.” Seventytwo talented high school choir members bring you the wonderful characters from Roald Dahl’s book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Follow the adventures of five lucky children who win a contest to tour the famous Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory.

Senior Grant

Blanton plays the eccentric Willy Wonka and leads the tour down the Chocolate River, through the Candy

Inventing Room, the Fizzy Lifting Room, and the Chocolate Dipping Room.

Golden Ticket winner, Charlie Bucket (Kaci Foster) tours the factory with some positive thinking, accompanied by

Grandpa Joe (Kore Newman).

Other winners include Augustus Gloop (Tylor Saunders), Violet Beauregarde (Taylor Himes), Veruca Salt (Keisha Palmer), and Micah Teavee (Hannah Rideout). And don’t forget everyone’s favorite Oompa Loompas (played by 57 high school choir students!!!).

Willy Wonka, takes the stage on Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4 at 7:00 p.m. at Manchester High School.

Flying sequences are provided

by ZFX Flying Effects. Join us for a magical adventure through Willy Wonka’s wonderful candy factory!

Juveniles Apprehended In a cooperative effort between the Adams County Sheriff's Department and the Manchester Police Department two juveniles were arrested recently.

A call was placed to the Adams County Communications after they were reported to have been opening unlocked cars throughout

the Village of Manchester. The juveniles were carrying a backpack which contained the stolen items.After the investigation another duffel bag was turned in the following day that contained additional stolen items.

Both juveniles were charged with theft and waiting court.

ODOT Travel Report The following traffic advisory includes road construction and major maintenance projects requiring lane restrictions and/or closures along the state and federal highway system within ODOT District 9. For statewide information regarding road conditions affected by weather, construction, maintenance or accidents, visit ODOT on the web at www.Ohgo.com District-wide A raised pavement marker project is under way, and crews will be replacing RPMs on the state highway system at various locations in the district. Traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of flaggers and/or arrow boards when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed by late spring.

Weather permitting, a district-wide herbicidal spraying project has begun, and crews are working along various routes throughout the district as weather permits. Traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of arrow boards and/or flaggers when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed by late spring.

A district-wide guardrail repair project is under way, with crews replacing guardrail along various routes throughout the district as weather permits. Traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use

of signals and/or flaggers when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed by late summer.

A pavement marking project is scheduled to begin the week of April 29, and crews will be striping various routes on the state highway system throughout the district.

Traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of flaggers and/or arrow boards when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed by early summer.

Adams County A pavement marking project is under way, and crews will be striping various county routes in the county as weather permits. Traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of flaggers and/or arrow boards when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed by late spring. (#13-0028) POSTPONSED: A resurfacing project on S.R. 125 between C.R. 125A (Lynx Road) and the Adams and Scioto County line has been

rescheduled to begin in late May. Once operation get under way, the route will be reduced to one lane during daytime, business hours, and traffic will be maintained by flaggers when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed by November.

Brown County S.R. 41 is reduced to one, 9-foot lane for a slip repair project at the 2.80-mile marker. The project site is situated between Slickaway Road and Poplar Street, approximately 2.25 miles north of Aberdeen.

Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of temporary traffic signals. The project is anticipated to be completed by early summer 2013.

A streetscape project is under way along North Main Street in Ripley, between Second and Fourth streets.

Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained on affected roadways with the use of flaggers as needed. The project is anticipated to be completed in early summer.

A resurfacing project is under way on S.R. 131, and the route will be reduced to one lane between the Clermont and Highland County lines during daytime, business hours. Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained by flaggers when crews are at work. The project is anticipated to be completed

by November.

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Obituaries Carolyn Prine

Carolyn Prine, 80, of Seaman, passed away Sunday, April 21, at the Heartland of Hillsboro.

She was born in Adams County, on September 23, 1932 the daughter of the late Wilbur and Mary (Short) Shelton.

Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, James Prine, who passed away on May 14, 1996.

She attended Seaman Presbyterian Church.

She is survived by one daughter, Patricia Smith, of Seaman, one brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Wanda Shelton, of Seaman, several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 24, at the WallaceThompson Funeral Home, Lewis-Sullivan Chapel in Seaman. Michael Parks officiated.

Burial followed in the Cherry Fork Cemetery.

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June Forman

June Forman, 82, of Peebles, passed away Thursday, April 18, at the Ellenton Hospice House in Palmetto, Florida.

She was born in Adams County, on May 29, 1930 the daughter of the late Oscar and Ruth (McNeilan) Fields. Beside her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Hendrick Forman, Jr. who passed away on June 15, 2003, one son, James Forman, six aunts: Mildred Shriver, Ruth Fields, Clara Lehman, Flora Hunt, Alice Blackburn and Mae Shupert and three uncles: Richard, Leslie and Delphos McNeilan.

She had been Office Manager for Plum Run Stone Division.

She is survived by one son, Charles Forman, of Peebles, two daughters and son in laws: Debbie and Dave Baker, of Bradenton, Florida and Brenda and Don Hughes, of Lafayette, Georgia, three sisters: Catherine Plummer, of Peebles, Betty Leach, of Winchester and Florence Blackburn, of Lebanon, 11 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 24, at the Peebles Methodist Church with Steve Zinser officiated. Burial followed in the Locust Grove Cemetery.

To sign our online guestbook, go to www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com.

Eugene Rowe

Eugene Rowe, 89, of Seaman, passed away Friday, April 26, at Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center.

He was born in Pike County, Kentucky on January 19, 1924 the son of the late Roscoe and Mary Rowe.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Edith (Blair) Rowe, who passed away on August 10, 2010.

He is survived by two sons: Jimmy Rowe, of Illinois and John Rowe, of Seaman, two aunts: Carol McIntosh and Sharon Karnes, two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Monday, April 29, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles.

Burial followed in the Lawshe Cemetery.

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Monuments Peebles Monument Company

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Community News/Events The Non-Profit Boards of Venture Productions and Venture Productions Housing Services will meet in regular sessions on April 30, at 4:00 p.m. at Venture Productions in West Union.

Pipeline Information Meeting Numerous land owners in the area have recently been contacted requesting their permission for the Bluegrass Pipeline Company, LLC. to conduct land surveys. The surveys are being requested by the company prior to a proposed pipeline that may be built through parts of Highland County and surrounding areas. Many questions have been raised regarding both the surveys and the possible pipeline construction.

As a result, the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation’s specialist in these kinds of issues has been contacted. He has agreed to come to Highland County and discuss all the issues and give guidance to the land owners as they decide what they should do.

A special meeting has been scheduled for Monday, April 29, at 7:00 p.m. in the Lynchburg-Clay High School Agriculture Education Department, 6762 State Route 134, Lynchburg. Dale Arnold will be the guest speaker. Mr. Arnold is the Director of Energy, Utilities and Local Government Policy for the Ohio Farm Bureau. He is a noted specialist in energy development and leasing procedures.

The meeting is free and open to the public. All persons interested in learning about the surveys and the potential pipeline construction are urged to attend this very informative meeting.

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Autism Walk a Success

Pictured is Autism walkers who stopped for a pose is Summer Lehr, Kim Storer and Brittany Little.

The Annual Adams County Autism Walk was held Saturday morning, April 27, at the Adams County Lake.

The money raised from the event will go towards Adams County children who

suffer from Autism.

For more information on how you can you can be involved with the Adams County Autism call Sue Cole 937 5875210 or Tangie Baldwin 937 587-3702.

75th Anniversary Ladies Aid Society Satterfield Chapel The ladies aid society of satterfield chapel met at the fellowship hall for the 75th anniversary with a noon meal. The meeting started at 1:30. Opening songs were: "how long has it been" and "come morning". Louise Field read Mark 2:7, followed by prayer requested and united prayer. Roll call was

answered with a bible verse with "forgiveness". Dorothy Grooms had the program on "forgiveness". Penny Dixon gave the treasurers report.

Marcella Norris read the minutes of the last meeting and they were approved.

Poems were of choice. The meeting adjourned by the repeating the lord's prayer.

Those present were: Penny

Dixon, Louise Fields, Barb Howell, April Jones, Kathy Gray, Bella Gray, Gracie Miller, Clarene Barnhill, Janice McCarty, Dorothy Grooms. Officers for the following year were elected. The next meeting will be at the fellowship hall on May 2, with Ruth Ann Moore as hostess. Bring a flower plant for exchange.

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Pictured: Teen Art Class at the West Union Library.

The Adams County device, and we’ll help you Public Library is offering a learn to borrow library ebooks wide range of programs and and download them to your activities at each of our loca- device. Access thousands of tions. Stop by, and see what ebooks with your library card your library has to offer. number and PIN, and borrow On Tuesday, May 14 at them instantly on your ereader, 5:00 pm, Cindy Cates will phone, tablet, or computer. visit the West Union Public Begin reading on one device, Library to host a program and continue on another. The about Growing Your Own library’s ebook catalog offers Herbs. Whether you plant audio books, music, and your herbs on the patio in pots videos, as well. For more or in the ground, now’s the information, call 937-544time to begin your planning. 2591, and let us know you This workshop will discuss plan to attend. everything you need to know Kids 10 and up, join to get ready for planting herbs Donelle on Thursday, May 2 at this spring. Cindy will discuss 10:30 am to practice drawing techniques for planting the skills. We'll learn different most popular herbs, cover techniques for drawing realisstrategies for harvesting and tic images, and develop your preserving what you grow, and art skills. Take home a simple wrap up by tasting samples of assignment to practice for next herbal sugars, oils, vinegars, time. Younger siblings can dips, butters and sharing enjoy Story Time with Tara, recipes. This program is free while kids 10 - 18 join in Art and open to the public. For Class. more information, call 937Kids and parents, join us 544-2591. as Realeyes presents Safe Come to the West Union Eyes for children, during Story Library on Tuesday, May 7 at Time at the Peebles Library on 5:00 pm for a hands-on eBook Wednesday, May 8, at 10:30 Help Session. Bring your am. Taking care of your eyes ereader, tablet, or mobile with good vision habits starts

early! We’ll learn how to keep your eyes healthy and safe with Sammy Safe-Eyes. This presentation is a service of the Ohio Optometric Association.

Come learn basic principles of flower arranging with Deo Abellero at the Peebles Library on Wednesday, May 8 at 5:00 pm. Learn color combinations, and how to create a professional-looking flower arrangement at home. This class is free and open to the public. For more information, call 937-587-2085.

Kids, join us for an After School Special at the North Adams Public Library, every Thursday at 3:30 pm. We'll make crafts, play games, read books, and have fun! For more information, call 937-3862556.

To learn more about the events, programs, and new materials at the Adams County Public Library, visit our website at http://adamsco.lib.oh.us, or visit our Facebook page.

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

Mom - Dad - Sis Ruby and Tom Conley and Sue. Time has gone by. Things we will never know for sure, but what we do know. Out thoughts are always with you.

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Local Government

Soil and WaterStewardship Week

Pictured L/R: Commissioner Brian Baldridge, Adams SWCD Chairman-Jack Hazelbaker, Adams SWCD Supervisor-Chet Grooms, Adams SWCD District Manager-Allan Cluxton, Commissioners Paul Worley and Commissioner Stephen Caraway.

As a part of Adams County for the past 69 years, the Adams Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) wants to remind you that each of us has a connection to natural resources. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) is celebrating the 58th year of Stewardship Week, April 28 – May 5, 2013. The 2013 Stewardship Week is themed “Where Does Your Watershed?”

Jack Hazelbaker acts as the Board Chairman for Adams SWCD. The District was formed to assist people in Adams County by providing leadership and services that enable our district to conserve, protect and enhance our natural resources. During Stewardship Week, Adams SWCD will distribute bookmarks to the four public libraries and conservation booklets to all 2nd grade school students in Adams County.

Clean water is important to everyone, “says National Association of Conservation Districts President Earl Garber.” “Watersheds come in all shapes and sizes. They cross county, state and national boundaries. Every inch of the land on planet Earth is part of a watershed. In the continental U.S., there are 2,100 watersheds; if we include Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico, the count rises to 2,267. No matter where you are right now, you are in a watershed.”

Less than 1-percent of all of the water on our planet is fresh water. The average citizen in the United States uses 70 gallons of water every day; and this does not include the water it takes to manufacture the automobiles, clothing, and food we depend on each and every day. Take time to learn about your local community water supply sources, and volunteer for river, stream or beach clean-up days. You can make a difference.

Adams SWCD is a member of the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) which oversees the Stewardship Week program. Stewardship Week is one of the largest national annual programs to promote conservation. NACD represents the nation’s 3,000 conservation districts, which were established to encourage resource conservation across the country.

West Union Village Council West Union Village Council met in regular session at 7pm on 4-9-13 at the Municipal Building, with Mayor Ted Grooms presiding. Call to order, pledge to the flag and roll call: John Laferty - present, Steve Rothwell - present, Benny McCarty - present, Jason Buda - present, Randy Brewer - present, Neil Morrison - present; also in attendance: Tanya Johnson Clerk, Shelley Gifford Treasurer, Jerry Kirker Village Administrator/Fire Chief, Roy Stricklett Police Chief, Lisa Rothwell Copeland Solicitor.

Visitors: Steve Ogg, Sheryl Stone, Melissa Daulton.

Motion by Neil Morrison to approve the Minutes of the last meeting as distributed, second by Benny McCarty, roll call vote: all yea, motion passed.

Motion by Randy Brwer to approve payment of bills submitted, second

by Steve Rothwell, roll call vote: all yea, motion passed.

Resolution 2013-5 to have the Village Administrator's salary to come from 4 funds (General, Street, Water and Sewer) and be retroactive from the first of the year, motion by Benny McCarty, second by Randy Brewer, roll call vote: all yea, motion passed.

Sheryl Stone and Melissa Daulton spoke to

council on supporting the Relay for Life, Flushing Out Cancer Team and the relay race at the fairground on May 31st and June 1st.

Steve Ogg told Council that April 15 was the last day for the Village tax, 75% of the residents were using the forms from the internet or a preparer was doing the taxes and the mail box in Mr Orab will expire this month.

Ordinance 2013-6 to amend the Yard Sale Ordinance, motion by Benny McCart, second by Jason Buda, roll call vote: all yea: and declaring an emergency, motion by Jason Buda, second by Steve Rothwell, roll call vote: all yea, ordinance passed.

After some discussion on tax levies: Resolution 2013-6 declaring it necessary to levy a tax for the Fire Department for 5 years, replacement and increase of tax 2.5 mills (2 mills replacement and increase of .5) for operating expenses, motion by Benny McCarty, second by Steve Rothwell, roll call vote: 5 yea, Jason Buda - no vote, Resolution passed. Resolution 2013-7 declaring it necessary to levy a tax or the Police Department for 5 years, an additional tax of 2.5 mills, for operating, motion byBenny McCarty, second

by Neil Morrison, roll call vote: 4 yea, Steve Rothwell

and Jason Buda - nay, resolution passed.

A work session for the Council will be held May 7, 2013 at 7pm at the Municipal Building.

Jerry Kirker, Village Administrator/Fire Chief informed Council there has been some problems with the restrooms at the Municipal Building and the employees were working on a solution.

Council member John Lafferty thanked the Fire Department for their help on Jack Knauff's funeral; he had been a West Union Fire Fighter for 35 years.

Council member Jason Buda announced there will be a Zoning Meeting on Monday, 4-15-13 at 7:30pm.

Motion by Steve Rothwell for executive session ORC 121.22 G5 Contract, second by Benny McCarty, roll call vote: all yea. Motion by Neil Morrison to return to regular session, second by Benny McCarty, roll call vote: all yea.

Other items discussed were: fire hydrants; bumper, fender and radio for cruiser 604; ordinance for the drug monies; white cruiser; audit.

Motion by Benny McCarty to adjourn, second

by Neil Morrison, roll call vote: all yea, meeting adjourned.

West Union Mayor’s Court Calvin Grooms, West Union, Red Light, Fine $20, Court Costs $90.

Clayton Wilson, West Union, No Headlights, Fine $20, Court Costs $90.

Melvin Hayslip, Winchester, Possession Drug Abuse Instruments, Fine $250, Court Costs $90.

Steven Bosco, West Union, Traffic Control Device, Fine $100, Court Costs $90.

Steven Bosco, West Union, Expired Tags, Fine $30.

Tammy Wikoff, West Union, Passing Bad Check, Fine $150, Court Costs $90, Restitution ordered.

Jacob Stone, Peebles, 41/25, fine $20, Court Costs $90.

Larry Gardner III, Peebles, Physical Control, Fine $500, Court Costs $90.

William Cowan, West Union, License Suspension,

Fine $300, Court Costs $90.

William Cowan, West Union, Fictitious Tags, Fine $50, Court Costs $90.

Charles Koenig, West Union, Marked Lanes, Fine $20, Court Costs $90.

Randall Kent, Chillicothe, 2nd Offense Reckless Operation, Fine $250, Court Costs $90.

Melissa Sorenson, Blue Creek, 53/35, Fine $20, Court Costs $90.

James Boris, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct, Fine $100, Court Costs $90.

BENCH WARRANT/PAYMENT REVIEWS Anita Abner, Milford Shawna Evans, West Union Hiram Abner, Milford Angelo Kennedy, Manchester Bobby Cortijo, West Union

Kenneth Altman, Piketon Shane Abrams, West Union Jennifer Applegate, Manchester Brian Long, West Union Rebecca Strange, West Union Sara Cook, West Union Charles Thomas, Peebles Brenda Scott, West Union WAIVED BY DEFENDANT Geneva Brozee, West Union, Follow Too Close $110 Natalie Spelich, Portsmouth, 45/25 $120 Donelle Lacy, West Union, 38/25 $113 John Ferrell, Hillsboro, failure to yield, $110 Venus Madden, Waverly, Failure to Control $110

Adams County Commissioners The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on April 15, 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 Brian Baldridge.

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

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the transfers, advance returns, and additional appropriations.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the following travel: Lisa Newman, Treasurers' Assn. Spring Conference, Dublin, OH, 5/14-16/13, $654.00. Vote: All yeas.

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

The FEMA & OPWC Projects Roadway Restoration Bid Opening was conducted at 10:00 a.m. Those present were as follows: Engineer David Hook, Mike Hughes, and Shelly Company Representative Joe Gulley.

The following bids were received: Brown County Construction Co., Inc.$103,261.00, The Shelly Company -$158,572.00.

The bids were released to Engineer David Hook for review.

Engineer David Hook and Mike Hughes met with the board to discuss the following road department issues: Cassell Run Road FEMA /bridge approval, tree removal from creek waiting on good weather, future phone/internet service, office supplies/future purchasing consolidation, Tony Road preliminary viewing 4/22/13 @ 10:00 a.m., establishment of standard set of road specs through a cooperative effort including the villages and townships, O.R.C. rules pertaining to establishment of roadways, and future administration of G.I.S. CCAO Executive Director Larry Long, Deputy Director of Operations Tom Stroup, and CEBCO representative Doug Faust met with the board to discuss the following: Zoning & subdivisions, Motor Vehicle taxes, bond debt, jail - over-

crowding, ankle bracelet monitoring, Medicaid benefits, and the new jail standards that the state is in the process of adopting, sales tax expansion, CEBCO County Employee Benefits Consortium of Ohio program, and EMA budget, personnel, and board management structure.

JFS Director Sue Fulton met with the board to discuss personnel, grant agreements, contracts, and the procurement procedure plan update.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the 2014/2015 Ohio Department of Job and Family Services Biennial sub-grant agreement upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the updated Procurement Plan for the Adams County Department of Job and Family Services Child Support Enforcement Agency upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the JFS/Non- Emergency Transportation Plan update upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton.

Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Brian Baldridge to enter into executive session with JFS Director Sue Fulton to discuss personnel at 1:38 p.m.

Vote: Baldridge, yea, Caraway, yea, Worley, yea.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to reconvene at 1:44 p.m.

Vote: Baldridge, yea, Caraway, yea, Worley, yea.

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the JFS personnel action employment of Ramona Burgett as Clerical Specialist I effective May 6, 2013, upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the JFS personnel action employment of Brittany Young as Clerical Specialist I effective June 3, 2013, upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the JFS personnel action employment of Charlotte DeAtley as Clerical Specialist I effective May 6, 2013, upon the recom-

mendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Stephen Caraway to approve the Bentonville Anti-Horse Thief Society 160th Anniversary Certificate of Special Recognition. Vote: All yeas. Those present were as follows: Bentonville Anti-Horse Thief Society members President Harriet Naylor, Vice President Gary Neu, Secretary Sue Naylor, and Rider Ruth Pence.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Paul Worley to award the FEMA & OPWC Projects Roadway Restoration Bid to Brown County Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $103,261.00 upon the recommendation of Engineer David Hook.

Vote: All yeas.

ECD Director Holly Johnson and Debbie Ryan met with the board to discuss the Safe Community Grant Project program for Adams County. The program promotes public awareness of traffic safety.

Ms. Johnson also discussed the Moving Ohio Forward Phase II funding, and the Ohio Development Services Agency restructure of grant administration for municipalities through the county.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Stephen Caraway to approve the Moving Ohio Forward E. Mulberry Street Leonard Excavating, LLC agreement upon the recommendation of ECD Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Stephen Caraway and seconded by Paul Worley to approve the Moving Ohio Forward N. Cross Street Supreme Asphalt, LLC agreement upon the recommendation of ECD Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Moving Ohio Forward N. Cross Street Supreme Asphalt, LLC agreement upon the recommendation of ECD Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas.

It was moved by Paul Worley and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Probation Improvement and Incentive Funding Subsidy Grant addendum upon the request of RECOVERY Program Case Manager Specialist Jasmine Osman. Vote: All yeas.

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

West Union Mayors Court Active Bench Warrants Ronnie Abrams Rhonda Adkins Shannon Allen Christopher Anderson Jennifer Applegate James Baber April Bailey Darrell Baldwin Michael Baldwin James Bare Lisa Bender Evelyn Bennington Daniel Blevins Jilena Blevins Evelyn Bloomfield James Bloomfield Carey Bohn Donald Boyer Mary Boyer Bryan Bradford McKinley Brock Courtney Brown Amanda Brumley William Brumley Jonathan Campbell Steven Cansler Maria Carter Kenneth Carver Jr John Caseltine Devan Letcher Clark Angela Clasgens Cecil Collins Jonda Cooper Josh Corrill Lindsey Cox Ernest Crawford

Anaha Craycraft Jessie Creighton Matthew Crothers Schivaun Crothers Megan Curtis Tammy Daley Johnny Davis Patricia Dennard Beth Doss Alfreda Dozier Darrah Fetters Jessica Fitzpatrick Teddy Fitzpatrick Troy Fleckinger Sarah Foster Rodney Freeman Jim Gibson Brandi Gilkison Crystal Gloss Jerry Grooms Andrea Hammond Venisha Hammonds Timothy Harmon Michellia Harp Tyler Hawes Christopher Hayslip Melvin Hayslip Sandra Herman Clarissa Hersman Rick Hignite James Hilderbrand Christopher Hodge Jonathan Holsinger Justin Hord Deana Huneke Deanna Hughes Sarah Stephenson

Hughes Dottie Isaac Michelle Ishmael David Jacobs Jeremy Jacobs Bobbi James Donald James Arin Jones Lee Jones Bruce Kelly David Lawhun Phyllis Lay Danielle Lee Angela Lewis Tyra McClanahan Julie McKinney Brandy Mallow Robert Malloy Mindy Mason Tina Matthews Brandon Meddings Charles Meyer Sharon Miller Arthur Moman Robert Moman Marie Moore Howland Murphy Margaret Murray Jason Nehus Patricia Neu Reagan Perry Robert Perry Patricia Phillips Sara Pirtle Colton Rackley Chris Rayburn Cory Rhoades

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The Informer - Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 5

Politics & Government Democrat Lawmakers Introduce ITC to Maintain Trade Penalties on Targeted Middle Class Tax Cut Imported Rebar to Protect U.S. Jobs State Representatives Mike Foley (D-Cleveland) and John Patrick Carney (D-Columbus) held a press conference last week to discuss Gov. Kasich’s antimiddle class policies and failing job creation record.

In March, Ohio lost 20,400 jobs. This is the highest month of job loss in the state since the height of the recession in April 2009. Ohio’s job losses in March were also the largest of any state in the nation. And as the nation continues to recover from the recession Ohio’s unemployment rate rose by nearly a half a point since December 2011, from 6.7 percent to 7.1 percent, demonstrating that Gov. Kasich’s top down approach is failing.

“The hardworking people of Ohio continue to be undercut by Gov. Kasich’s policies that put right-wing ideology before commonsense solutions,” said Rep. Foley. “Rather than continuing to reward the rich with lucrative tax cuts and state handouts, we need to be focused on giving middle class Ohioans a hand up. That’s why we are introducing a targeted 10 percent middle class tax cut, and an additional $118 million to schools.”

Representatives Foley and Carney announced plans to introduce a Targeted Middle Class Tax Cut. Their proposal would give a 10 percent tax cut to middle class Ohioans, and was originally introduced as an amendment to the state’s budget. This proposal would also provide an additional $118 million

for schools ($54 million in FY14; $64 million in FY 15). The Targeted Middle Class Tax Cut would apply to all Ohioans making under $105,000 or all those in the bottom 7 tax brackets. This Targeted Middle

from education, only serve as a reminder that these economic policies are failing Ohio.

“Gov. Kasich’s failed top down approach to economic policies continues to hurt the very same Ohioans he claims to want to help.

Rather than helping he continues to Rep. make cuts to education Mike Foley, and local governments (D) in order to pay for Cleveland more failed policies,” said Rep. Carney. “The only jobs we know JobsOhio has created are the jobs at JobsOhio, where most of the staff is making Rep. John Patrick more than double the Carney, (D) average middle class Ohioan. This record Columbus number of job losses and the continued secrecy of JobsOhio only solidify Gov. Class Tax Cut will help Kasich’s top down improve local economies approach is not working because we know this and is taking Ohio backmoney will be immediately wards, not forward.” reinvested in local Further making bad economies all across the economic policy more state. damaging, Gov. Kasich “Our state is only as undersold one of Ohio’s strong as our local commu- most profitable resources nities, and this plan works costing the state’s General to reinvest in the people we Revenue Fund billions know will be immediately over the next 25 years. reinvesting back in our Ohio will receive a onelocal economies and that is time payment of $500 milour hardworking middle lion for a 25 year lease to class families,” said Rep. the state’s liquor profits.

Foley.

After accounting for R e p r e s e n t a t i v e growth and inflation, Carney also addressed JobsOhio will siphon off recent controversy sur- an estimated $9.9 billion in rounding Gov. Kasich’s liquor profits over the private economic develop- course of the lease. That ment and job creation means after repayment of agency, JobsOhio. Their the bonding debt against use of $8.4 million in un- the liquor profits and the authorized state tax dol- one-time payment to the lars, coupled with record state, JobsOhio stands to job losses and a state budg- gain nearly $6 billion in et that cuts more funding state funds.

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Order Ensures Level Playing Field For Ohio Companies, Such As Marion’s Nucor Steel and Cincinnati’s David J. Joseph Company & Byer Steel Group, Who Face Unfair Competition From Dumping Of International Products In U.S. Markets.

U.S. Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Rob Portman (R-OH) today teamed up to urge the International Trade Commission (ITC) to maintain the existing anti-dumping orders against unfairly traded imports of steel concrete rebar. A bipartisan group of senators sent a letter to ITC Chairman Irving A. Williamson ahead of Thursday’s review of the antidumping orders covering imported steel concrete reinforcing bar (“rebar”) from China, Ukraine, Latvia, Belarus, Moldova, Poland and Indonesia. The expected ruling is critical to protecting American-made rebar, including that produced at Nucor Steel Marion, Inc. and Cincinnati’s David J. Joseph

Company & Byer Steel Group, from rebar imports that are illegally undercutting the U.S. market.

“As Senators from steel producing states, we are concerned about the impact of unfairly-traded imports on American jobs.

On

States at margins ranging from 16.99 percent to 232.86 percent. The Department’s review demonstrates that these imports would depress U.S. prices and injure domestic industries,” said the Senators in a letter.

They added, “It is essential that we do all we can to prevent unfairly priced imports from destroying U.S. Senator good-paying American Rob Portman jobs.

Accordingly, we (R) strongly urge you to maintain the existing orders against unfairly traded imports of rebar. The U.S. steel industry depends on the full and fair enforcement of the trade laws of the United States.”

Senator Senators Ron Wyden (DSherrod OR), Kirsten Gillibrand (DBrown NY), Jeff Sessions (R-AL), D-Ohio Richard Shelby (R-AL), Richard Burr (R-NC), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Thad Cochran (R-MS), November 23, 2012, a review Charles Schumer (D-NY), by the U.S. Department of John Boozman (R-AR), Commerce found that if the Roger Wicker (R-MS), Mark orders were not maintained, Pryor (D-AR), and John producers in these seven Cornyn (R-TX) joined countries would resume Portman and Brown in senddumping rebar into the United ing the bipartisan letter.

Secretary of State Husted Receives Award from Association of the United States Army Retired Army General Gordon Sullivan presents Secretary Husted with a certificate of appreciation from the Association of the United States Army.

Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted received an award from the Association of the United States Army on Friday, April 19, 2013, recognizing his outreach efforts in military voting.

The award was presented to him at the Association of the United States Army conference that took place in Independence.

“Making voting easier for military personnel helps to ensure Ohioans serving in the military remain active participants in our democracy no matter where they may be stationed” Secretary Husted said. “I am honored to have received this award and will continue to build upon our successes because the last

Pictured is Retired Army General Gordon Sullivan presents Secretary Jon Husted with a certificate of appreciation from the Association of the United States Army. group of people who should ever be worried if their vote will be counted are those that are fighting for our freedom.”

Since taking office, Secretary Husted has worked to simplify the voting process for military personnel and make important voting information more readily accessible.

In August 2011, Secretary

Husted launched the Military Ready-to-Vote program, which enables active duty soldiers to more easily register and vote and get reminders about upcoming elections and important deadlines.

Additionally, Secretary Husted also established OhioMilitary Votes.com, a comprehensive hub of information for Ohio’s men and women in uniform.

House Passes Bill to Protect Against Cyberthreats Rep. Brad Wenstrup voted in support of the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act. The bill would allow the federal government to share cyber threat intelligence with the private sector to better protect consumers.

As Americans rely more than ever on the internet, from online banking to medical records, cyberattacks continue to grow in number and sophistication every day.

We must equip our cybersecurity professionals in both the private and public sector with the tools to better identi-

fy and thwart dangerous cyberattacks, hacks, and network infiltrations. The Cyber Intelligence and Sharing

aggressors seeking to steal trade secrets and proprietary data.

I am especially encouraged that this bill has enormously enhanced privacy protections for personal data and personU.S. Rep. Brad Wenstrup al information and does not provide any new (R-Ohio) authorities for the government to monitor private networks.

Additionally, private-secProtection Act is a necessary tor participation is commeasure to protect web pletely voluntary. This bill is users’ and private-sector a strong step towards proinformation from foreign tecting internet users and attacks originating in China, promoting a free and vibrant Iran, Russia, and other internet.

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On Farm Fuel Storage The phones have been hot this past week with calls with concerned farmers in regards to fuel storage on the farm. At this point the May 10 date has been extended. As far as the rules and regulations, they are not yet complete.

Below is an article that explains this issue to this point. I will put updates in this newspaper as I get them to try to keep you up to date.

Read the very last line below very closely.

FARMERS LIKELY TO SECURE 4 MONTH SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL, AND COUNTERMEASURE (SPCC) RULE DELAY This article provided as courtesy of the Vermont Fuel Dealers Association and the AG SAFETY S.T.A.T. - SAFE TACTICS FOR AG TODAY Recently, the Senate adopted an amendment by voice vote to the Continuing Resolution (CR) funding bill which, when approved by the House, will delay SPCC compliance deadlines for farmers. The amendment prevents funds from being used through fiscal year 2013 to implement requirements of EPA’s SPCC rule slated to go into effect on May 10, 2013 for farmers. The rule requires them to hire a certified professional engineer to design a SPCC plan and have secondary containment installed. As petroleum marketers well know, the SPCC rule is applicable to any facility, including farms, with an aggregate aboveground oil storage capacity of 1,320 gallons in tanks of 55 gallons or greater.

Senator Mark Pryor (D-AR) introduced a bill, which would increase threshold sizes for Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) regulation at the farm level, and allow more farms to self-

certify. It provides an exemption from the SPCC rule to any farmer who has less than 42,000 total gallons of oil storage capacity and no single tank larger than 10,000 gallons.

Similar legislation was introduced by Rep. Rick Crawford (R-AR) in the House. The measure adopted in the Senate only provides a compliance delay until September 30, 2013.

On October 1, 2013, farms will have to comply with SPCC rules unless additional delays are legislated or provided by EPA.

you plan to plant summer annuals or make fall seedings and willing to let us come see them, call me at 937-515-2314. Next week we will be looking at the rye that Phil planted last fall and is grazing now.

Safety Concerns with Anhydrous Ammonia Anhydrous Ammonia is a commonly used source of nitrogen fertilizer for crops in Ohio.

This information was put together by Dewey Mann – Safety Research Associate, concerning the transferring, transporting and applying of Anhydrous Ammonia. The term anhydrous Tri-County Grazing Walk If you have read articles in magazines or means “without water.” Stored as a liquid under pressure, NH3 my column, heard about David Dugan transforms to a gas at it at OSU Extension Extension Educator, atmospheric pressure. This Grazing Schools, Beef Agriculture and Natural low temperature gas is Schools or other meetResources caustic and will cause ings, I think it is time we Ohio Valley Extension severe burns to eyes, take a look. Hearing Education exposed skin, and the resabout some of the Research Area options you have for Adams/Brown/Highland piratory tract.

The unintentional grazing livestock is a Counties release of anhydrous good learning opportuniammonia can create a dangerous situation for ty, but seeing it might be even better.

With that thought in mind, I will offer both the handler and any bystanders, and evenings in the next few months for producers might be caused by: • Overfilling the tank to come and see how some of the grazing is • Failure to bleed pressurized NH3 from working on some farms. The first session will be on April 24 at the Phil Dotson Farm located the hose before connecting or disconnecting • Moving the tank before disconnecting at 10180 Cherry Fork Road Winchester, OH. Please call one of the three county OSU the hose • Faulty hitch pin or weakened tongue Extension Offices by noon on April 24 if you • Faulty valves and deteriorated or out-ofplan to attend. Rainy or wet conditions may cause the program date to be changed, so we date hoses • External overheating of the storage conwill need a phone number. Additional dates will be announced throughout the summer. If tainer

• Overturning an applicator tank How to stay safe when working around NH3: • Always have an ample water supply • If contact with eyes or bare skin, flush area for 15 minutes with fresh water • Always wear personal protective equipment (long sleeves, gloves, goggles, etc.)

• Never fill a tank over 8-5 percent of the tank's capacity, inspect and replace hoses and valves as needed, and bleed off pressure in the hose before disconnecting it • Stay clear of hose and valve openings • Never try to repair the tank yourself; Seek a qualified technician • Never tamper with pressure relief valves • Use a proper hitch, safety chains and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign when towing on the highway What should you do if you drive on the scene of an over turned tank: • Get UP WIND of the spill IMMEDIATELY • Dial 911 and inform the local authorities • DO NOT go near the area or any victims; you may also become a victim For more information, please visit the OSU Factsheet, Safe Handling of Anhydrous Ammonia: http://ohioline.osu.edu/aex-fact/0594.html

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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.

HOMES WITH ACREAGE

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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The Informer - Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 7

Adams County Court of Common Pleas DOMESTIC CASES Richard S. Francis vs.

Kelsey P. Francis, dissolution without children.

Shaun Asher vs. Jennifer Asher, divorce with one child.

Tracy L. Kain vs. Mark A. Kain, dissolution without children.

DOMESTIC RELATIONS Harold Baldwin vs.

Kimberly A. Baldwin, magistrate's decision and judgment entry filed. The court dismisses the motion filed 3-6-13. No further hearings at this time.

Travis Carl Grooms vs.

Barbara Grooms, magistrate's order filed. It is ordered that the hearing scheduled for 425-13 is rescheduled for 5-2313 at 10:30am.

Clista Jo Kyle vs. Eugene Cornelious Kyle, magistrate's order filed. Matter before the court on contempt motion, obligor found as second offender and 60 day jail sentence is suspended, hearing set for 5-30-13 at 9:30am.

Jonathan L. Tong vs.

Alysia Tong, magistrate's order filed. The court reserves finding and continues to thearing to 5-23-13 at 12:15pm.

David Dotson vs.

Christina Dotson, motion entry and certification for appointed counsel fees filed.

Bradley Shoemaker vs.

Cassie Shoemaker, magistrate's order filed. Defendant is in contempt, 30 day jail sentence is suspended. Defendant to make payment within 30 days.

Mark F. Pero vs.

Kimberlee L. Pero, magistrate's order filed. The court reserves finding and continues the hearing to 5-30-13 at 9:30am.

Rebecca Bryant vs. Scott J. Bryant, judgment entry filed. The court adopts the decision of the magistrate.

Lonnie G. Cole vs. Etta Sue Cole, magistrate's order filed. Contempt motion is rescheduled for 7-1-13 at 1pm.

Cory M. Bess vs. Andrea Bess, journal entry filed. The hearing scheduled for 5-13-13 is rescheduled for 5-14-13 at 9:30am.

Stephanie R. Larson vs.

Samuel J. Larson, magistrate's order filed. the court reserves finding on new contempt motion. Hearing on 6-20-13 at 8:30am.

Alan Daulton vs. Buffy Daulton, magistrate's decision agreed judgment entry filed.

Divorce granted to plaintiff.

James Randall Franklin vs. Pamela Franklin, magistrate's decision filed. Plaintiff granted divorce from the defendant.

Katy Lynn Hamilton vs.

James Ira Hamilton, notice of hearing and order to appear.

Hearing on contempt motion set for 5-30-13 at 10:30am.

Justin Collett vs. Tracy Collett, magistrate's order filed. The defendant is ordered to contact and schedule an appointment for a psychological examination and/or evaluation.

Charles Gravely vs. Sarah Gravely, magistrate's order filed. Matter was set for tem-

porary orders, father to continue being residential and custodial parent, defendant has been served with service of process, final hearing set for 6-3-13 at 3pm.

State of West Vitginia vs.

Dylan Jones Pugh, notice of hearing and order to appear filed. Hearing on failure to pay support set for 5-30-13 at 1:15pm.

Sheri Goddard vs.

Anthony Goddard, magistrate order filed. Defendant request a guardian ad litem on behalf of child, parties agree to Julie Steddom and parties to pay half of fees each, matter is reset for pretrial on 6-25-13 at 1pm.

Earl R. Sigmund vs.

Normal E. Sigmund, magistrate's order filed. Final pretrial is scheduled for 7-1-13 at 11am Paul McComas vs.

Jennifer McComas, magistrate's decision agreed judgment entry filed. Divorce is granted to the plaintiff.

Christine Ollom vs. Dean Ollom, magistrate order filed.

It is ordered that David Gast is appointed as guardian ad litem. Final pretrial and motion for contempt are scheduled for 6-14-13 at 1pm.

Brittany Davis vs. Kenon Bowling, decree of dissolution of marriage filed. Dissolution granted.

Anthony Dwayne Raines vs. Desirae Nicole Raines, magistrate's decision decree of dissolution of marriage filed.

Marriage dissolved.

Kyle Free vs. Bethany Free, journal entry filed. The hearing scheduled for 5-13-13 is rescheduled for 5-14-13 at 9am.

Steven Hudgel Jr vs.

Elizabeth A. Hudgel, decree of dissolution of marriage filed.

Marriage dissolved.

Troy J. Adamson vs.

Jacqueline R. Adamson, judgment entry filed. The petitioners are granted permission to complete the parents forever online program.

CIVIL CASES Lendmark Financial Services vs. Alma J. Black, judgment.

Jack E. Chandler vs. The Cincinnati Insurance Company, judgment.

CIVIL DIVISION Deca Inc vs. Randy W. Rhoden, journal entry filed.

Status hearing on the deed is scheduled for 5-3-13 at 1pm.

National Bank of Adams County vs. Lindsey Penn, dismissal entry filed. This matter is dismissed without prejudice.

Symmetric Acquisitions LLC vs. Connie M. Smith, affidavit and order and notice of garnishment of property other than personal earnings and answer of garnishee filed.

Terry Martin vs. Nancy Jones, journal entry filed.

Court finds motion to quash not well taken and is denied.

Mr. Emery Miller shall comply with subpoena for depositions. HRG 4-19-13 vacated.

JP Morgan Case Bank National Ac vs. Dzmitry Kartashevich, entry reactivat-

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ing case for post-judgment proceedings only filed.

Capital One Bank USA NA vs. Bonnie L. Burke, affidavit, order and notice of garnishment and answer of garnishee filed.

Liberty Savings Bank FSB vs. Wynona S. Branham, nunc pro tunc entry correction journal entry confirming sale, ordering deed and distributing sale proceeds filed.

Capital One Bank USA NA vs. Stephanie Swearingen, affidavit order and notice of garnishment shall be released to the defendant.

Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance vs. Renetta L. Sowards, order confirming sale ordering deed and distributing sale proceeds filed.

Freddie A. Merrick vs.

George Fitzgerald, journal entry filed. Non-oral hearing on 5-23-13 at 8am.

National Bank of Adams County vs. Gregory Carroll, nunc pro tunc order of confirmation and distribution filed.

Bank of America NA Successor vs. Gerry Grooms, court trial order filed. Trial to the court 8-12-13 at 9am.

Bank of America NA vs.

Andy D. Warfe, court trial order filed. Trial to the court on 8-12-13 at 12:30pm.

C David Kelley vs.

Willard Lowe, journal entry filed. Warrant for removal shall be issued for defendant for pretrial hearing on 5-13-13 at 12pm.

C David Kelley vs.

Willard Lowe, judgment entry quashing defendant's march 27 2013 ex parte subpoenas filed.

Ex parte subpoenas are quashed as to Shawn Cooley, Sam Purdin and Judge Brett Spencer.

National Collegiate vs.

Jacob Werline, journal entry filed. matter was filed 11-7-12, service perfected 11-16-12, on 2-6-13 the court gave notice for counsel to proceed towards resolution, matter is dismissed for failure to prosecute.

First State Bank of Adams County vs. Riddle Y Rhymes LLC, journal entry filed. Plaintiff has filed for summary judgment, court gives defendants 14 days to respond, and plaintiff 6 days thereafter for rebuttal, non-oral hearing set for 5-6-13 at 8am.

Bank of America NA vs.

Michael B. Cobb, judgment entry filed. If sums due are not paid in 3 days an order of sale shall be issued.

Farm Credit Services vs.

Nicole Hunter, entry filed. The mediation is rescheduled for 719-13 at 1pm.

Capital One Bank USA N A vs. Roy York, journal entry filed. Judgment in favor of plaintiff.

Manchester Local School District vs. John Doe Unknown Owner, judgment entry declaring value of property and vesting title in plaintiff, Manchester Local School District Board of Education Filed.

Capital One Bank USA NA vs. Deanna D. Lough, affidavit and order and notice of garnishment of property other than personal belongings and answer of garnishee filed.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. Patricia A. Jestice, final judgment entry filed. If sums not paid in three days an order of sale shall be issued.

Lendmark Financial Services Inc vs. Melissa Vaughn, default judgment filed. It is ordered that judgment is rendered against the defendant in count I and II. Midland Funding LLC

vs. Michael Thompson, journal entry filed. Judgment granted in favor of the plaintiff.

LVNV Funding LLC vs.

Judy Clark, journal entry filed.

Judgment in favor of plaintiff.

TCF Equipment Finance INC vs. Randall Nesbitt, journal entry filed. Motion for default is denied. Telephone conference will go forward as set on 6-7-13.

Fifth Third Mortgage Company vs. David B. Cline, decree on foreclosure entry on motion for default judgment and order for sale filed.

Midland Funding LLC vs. Nancy McCurry, journal entry filed. Judgment in favor of the plaintiff.

Capital One Bank USA NA vs. Rick W. Barnett, journal entry filed. Motion for default granted against defendant.

Suntrust Mortgage Inc vs.

James Chandler, judgment and decree in foreclosure filed. If sums due are not paid within 3 days an order of sale shall be issued.

Estate of Arlene Carroll vs. Jeannie Hargis, agreed extension of time to file answer filed. The parties agree to extend the time for filing the answer until May 15, 2013.

First State Bank of Adams County vs. Jerry L. Garrett, order of referral to mediation & notice filed.

Mediation is scheduled for 614-13 at 8:30am.

Carter-Jones Lumber Company vs. Doug Pertuset, order filed. By agreement, defendant is granted until 518-13 to file response.

Bank of America NA vs.

Gary D. Arnold II, journal entry filed. Bankruptcy filed matter is stayed and placed on inactive docket.

CRIMINAL DIVISION State of Ohio vs. Mark Harp, journal entry filed.

Defendant's motion for judicial release is set for 7-12-13 at 10:30am, warrant for removal shall be issued.

State of Ohio vs. Sandra L. Bratt, journal entry filed.

Motion for judicial release is hereby denied.

State of Ohio vs. Donnie Rose, community control termination filed. It is ordered that defendant is restored to civil rights.

State of Ohio vs. Jason Stamper, journal entry filed.

Defendants motion for judicial release is denied.

State of Ohio vs. Cassie Hodge, judgment entry on sentence filed. Defendant convicted of theft F5. Placed on 2 years community control, 120 hours community service, $300 fine, attend treatment, obtain GED, submit to DNA testing, pay costs.

State of Ohio vs.

Cheyenne Jones, journal entry filed. On the courts own motion the probable cause hearing set for 4-25-13 is advanced to 4-19-13 at 10am.

State of Ohio vs.

Cheyenne Jones, journal entry filed. Court finds probable cause on alleged probation violations, court appoints Richard Campbell as counsel and set bond at $20.000 cash/surety, full hearing set for 4-24-13 at 12pm.

State of Ohio vs. Paul Chapman, judgment entry on revocation of community control filed. Defendant violated terms and conditions of community control, sentenced to one year prison, pay $1500 fine, submit to DNA, pay costs.

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Raines, journal entry filed.

Sentencing set for 6-11-13 at 12:30pm, defendant is ordered to immediately enroll at the counseling center.

State of Ohio vs. Lisa Grooms, journal entry filed.

Defendant failed to appear on 4-15-13 for assignment of community service, this matter is set for review on 5-7-13 at 10am. Defendant is ordered to appear.

State of Ohio vs. June Martin, journal entry filed.

Defendant's bond is modified to $10,000 OR. State of Ohio vs. June Martin, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant plead guilty to aggravated trafficking in drugs, F4. Sentencing on 6-713 at 12:30pm.

State of Ohio vs. Derek Edinger, judgment entry on revocation of community control filed. Defendant violated the terms and conditions of community control and placed on 2 years community control, 200 hours of community service, $1100 fine, maintain employment and attend 26 weeks of RU. State of Ohio vs. Jesse Arwood, judgment entry on sentence filed. Defendant sentence to mandatory five years at ORDC with credit for 291 days served. $650 fine and 3 years license suspension commencing 1-1-17.

State of Ohio vs. Destany Jarvis, judgment entry filed.

Court finds defendant is eligible for treatment in lieu of conviction and is subject to the probation department, sentencing is stayed and if successful the charge will be dismissed.

State of Ohio vs. Thomas Drake, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant convicted of illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs F3, presentence investigation ordered, sentencing 4-17-13 for a total of 2 years commencing 1-1-16, submit to DNA testing, pay costs.

State of Ohio vs. Thomas Drake, judgment entry on sentence filed. Defendant sentenced to 2 years in ODRC to run consecutive to incarceration for a total of 4 years incarceration in both cases.

State of Ohio vs. Kathy Burke, journal entry filed.

Motion on bond modification set hearing on 5-8-13 at 3pm.

State of Ohio vs. Scott Gilliam, motion to revoke community control, entry filed. Revocation hearing on 4-25-13 at 8:30am.

State of Ohio vs. David Strange, journal entry on arraignment filed. Bond set at $7,000 cash/surety/10% plus conditions. $60 IDSF due within 60 days and $25 indigent application fee due within 7 days.

State of Ohio vs. David Strange, journal entry - order assigning counsel filed. C Nicholas Ring appointed as counsel.

State of OHio vs.

Rebecca Strange, journal entry filed. Bond set at $7,000 cash/surety/10% plus conditions. $60 IDSF due within 60 days and $25 indigent application fee due within 7 days.

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

State of Ohio vs. Joseph Benjamin, judgment entry driving privileges filed.

Limited driving privileges to the defendant from 5-1-13 through 11-1-13.

State of Ohio vs. Justin Parker, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant plead guilty to illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for the manufacture of drugs f3, count 2 is dismissed. Sentencing on 5-8-13 at 1:30pm.

State of Ohio vs. Donna Minton, judgment entry on sentence filed. Defendant sentenced to 2 years community control, 250 hours of commu-

nity service, $1000 fine, $127.68 restitution to ODJFS, count jail 7/3-7/6 and defendant shall be disqualified from the food stamp program for 12 months.

State of Ohio vs. Brittany Gibbs, judgment entry on sentence filed. Defendant convicted to illegal use of food stamps F5, sentenced to 2 years community control, 250 hours community service sweeping streets and sidewalks, $1000 fine/500 waived if obtain job in 60 days, $65.78 restitution treatment obtain employment, complete recovery program, costs.

State of Ohio vs. Roscoe Campbell, journal entry filed.

Motion for furlough is denied.

State of Ohio vs. Jesika Case, entry to withdraw motion to suppress filed.

State of Ohio vs. Jesika Case, journal entry filed. The final pretrial scheduled for 58-13 is advanced to 4-29 at 11:30am.

State of Ohio vs. David Green, journal entry filed. The assessment report or intervention plan has not been received by the probation department therefore this matter is rescheduled for 5-2-13 at 2pm.

State of Ohio vs. Matt J. Condon, administrative judge's judgment entry filed. It is ordered that the suppression hearing set for 4-30-13 shall be continued to 5-13-13 at 9am.

State of Ohio vs. Jessica Setty, judgment entry filed. It is ordered that defendant's motion for intervention in lieu of conviction is well taken.

State of Ohio vs. Ryan Lehrman, pretrial order filed.

Final pre-trial on 6-26-13 at 11am and jury trial on 7-29-13 and 7-30-13 at 9am.

State of Ohio vs. Connie Myers, journal entry filed.

Defendant had 2 pills missing from prescription during investigation of domestic violence defendant was highly intoxicated and nostrils pack with white powder, bond is revoked and set at $10,000 cash or surety, posted bond is forfeited, matter reset for hearing on 6-11-13 at 1pm.

State of Ohio vs. Curtis Yates, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant plead guilty to receiving stolen property F5.

Sentencing on 5-7-13 at 11am.

State of Ohio vs. Jami Hart, journal entry filed.

Hearing on motion to modify bond is set for 5-2-13 at 3:15pm.

State of Ohio vs. Patricia Hamilton, judgment entry filed. Court finds defendant is eligible for treatment in lieu of conviction and is subject to the probation department sentencing is stayed and if successful the charge will be dismissed.

State of OHio vs. Troy Brumley, journal entry filed.

Change of plea scheduled for 5-6-13 at 10:30am and sentencing on 6-5-13 at 11:45am.

State of Ohio vs. Krystal Gilpin, journal entry filed.

Change of plea is scheduled for 4-24-13 at 10:30am and sentencing set for 5-22-13 at 12:30pm.

State of Ohio vs. Krystal Gilpin, plea of guilty, judgment entry of guilty filed.

Defendant plead guilty to 2 counts of possession of heroin F5. Sentencing on 5-22-13 at 12;30PM. State of Ohio vs. Krystal Gilpin, journal entry filed.

Defendant's bond is modified to $15,000 OR with strict house arrest.

State of Ohio vs. Patricia Walters, pre-trial order filed.

Final pretrial on 7-10-13 at 8:15am and jury trial on 8-513 at 9am.

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Cuffs & Collars Field reports from ODNR Division of Wildlife Officers Southeast Ohio On November 14, 2012, State Wildlife Officer Matt VanCleve received a complaint that a hunter had illegally taken a deer on a farm near the Atomic Plant in Pike County. Officer VanCleve spoke to the landowner and was told he wished to press charges on the hunter for hunting without permission.

Officer VanCleve contacted the suspect and discovered the suspect had killed a large buck that day. The suspect presented the untagged 130 4/8 inch buck to Officer VanCleve and said the deer was a landowner deer.

Officer VanCleve seized the deer and served the suspect citations for hunting without permission, hunting deer on lands of another without a valid hunting license, and hunting deer on lands of another without a valid deer permit. The defendant appeared in the Pike County Court and entered a guilty plea for all three charges. The defendant was found guilty and ordered to pay the processing fee on the deer, restitution for the amount of $2,034.91 to the Division of Wildlife, and court costs.

This past March, State Wildlife Officer Ted Witham was finishing his workday and decided to drive through the Coalton Wildlife Area on his way home. Officer Witham noticed fresh ATV tracks leading onto the wildlife area. He LEGAL NOTICE Ordinance 2013-7 replacing Resolution 2010-6Closing Alleyway A. Resolution 2013-8 to amend Official Certification of Estimated Resources Water Operating.

Resolution 2013-9 approving the village participation in a "Pre-Tax" contribution plan for the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund.

Resolution 2013-10 to Adams County Board of Election with intention to proceed to levy a tax in excess of 10 Mill Limitation Fire.

Resolution 2013-11 to Adams County Board of Election with intention to proceed to levy a tax in excess of 10 Mill Limitation Police.

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pulled over, shut his vehicle off, and got out of the truck to try and find the ATV. As Officer Witham started into the woods he noticed a man in a camouflage coat, carrying a black bag, stand up from the brush and immediately start running.

Officer Witham yelled at the suspect telling him to stop. The suspect was running toward a logging trail and Officer Witham decided that he could cut him off on that trail. Officer Witham was able to get within 10 feet of the suspect when he reached the trail. Officer Witham again yelled at the suspect telling him to stop and show his hands. The suspect stared at Officer Witham than ran into a clear cut. Officer Witham chased the suspect through the clear cut back out to the road. The suspect fell down in the roadside ditch and was unable to run anymore. Officer Witham once again demanded the suspect to show him his hands. The suspect finally complied with his order. Two Jackson County Sheriff’s deputies helped Officer Witham locate the suspects black handbag. The suspect had thrown the bag in the clear cut where he attempted to run. The bag contained chemicals commonly used to make methamphetamine. The suspect was arrested for deterring a Wildlife Officer and possessing chemicals used to manufacture methamphetamine. The cases are currently proceeding through court and the suspect remains in jail.

During late rabbit season of 2013, Wildlife Officer Eric Lane received a complaint about hunting without permission on a farm in northern Perry County.

The caller stated that there were two hunters with at least three dogs hunting rabbits. Wildlife Officer Lane said that he would head in that direction and see if

he could locate the individuals.

Upon arrival at the scene, Officer Lane located the vehicle, which was a truck with a dog box in the bed. Officer Lane listened to see if he could hear the dogs, but he was unable to see or hear any sign of the dogs. With such a large area to look for two hunters and the high winds of that day, Officer Lane walked to the highest piece of land on the farm. He was able to locate three dogs several hundred yards away by using his binoculars.

He watched the direction that the dogs were working and was able to locate the two hunters.

Officer Lane made contact with the two hunters and found that they did not have written permission. They were cited for hunting without permission.

The two men paid $350 in fines and court costs.

Northwest Ohio While patrolling Richland County one very cold December day, State Wildlife Officer Gregory Wasilewski noticed a vehicle pass him with the driver’s window open.

Thinking that was odd, Officer Wasilewski continued to watch the vehicle in his rear view mirror and saw several white items being discarded from the vehicle onto the roadway through the open window. Officer Wasilewski quickly turned around and realized the items the subject threw out of his vehicle were tissues. Officer Wasilewski caught up to the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. During the conversation with the driver, Officer Wasilewski noticed the vehicle appeared very clean inside and asked the driver if there was a trash can inside the vehicle. The driver replied “no.” Officer Wasilewski explained that it was a littering violation to discard items while driving down the road. The driver then stated that back in the 70’s he had been caught littering at Marblehead State Park and the park officer chewed him out really well, but only gave him a warning.

Officer Wasilewski issued the subject a summons for littering.

The subject posted bond for the offense and paid a $37 fine and $100 in court costs.

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Nitty Gritty 4-H Club

By Mallory Tolle, 4-H Club Reporter The Nitty Gritty 4-H Club meeting was called to order and the Pledge of Allegiance was lead by Elija Siders. The 4-H pledge by Elija Siders. Roll call by: Alison Siders.

Members present 16.

Number of parents 6. Zero guest attending.

The Treasurers report was given by: Madison Siders.

Devotions were given by Grace Fraley. The reports of our Officers: Club Officer report, Safety Officer report, Energy Officer report, Project Officer report, Nutrition officer report and Advisor report.

Old business was discussed about the recognition of members and also new business. Nominations for secretary were Nathan Shreffler and Timothy McCormic. Our new secretary is Timothy McCormic.

Our next order of business was our club constitu-

tion. Our topic speaker is Pam Shreffler. We also discussed meetings and membership of 4-H. The end of our discussion was motivated be Veronica Day and second by Kaitlyn Shreffler. Our next discussion was about the 4-H kids college.

We had our showing of animal projects then we had our announcements. The 4H church service was scheduled for March 10.

Then we took our picture for our donations for the Church and the Interfaith House. The motion to finish the meeting was motioned

by Kaitlyn Shreffler and second by Nathan Shreffler.

It was then decided that the next meeting will be on March 4, at the Seaman Presbyterian Church. The following will present their animal projects at the next meeting: Veronica Day, Timothy McCormic, Grace Fraley, Ethan Shelton, Katlyn Porter and Madison Siders.

Adams County Democrat Club 42nd Annual Fundraising Dinner Saturday, May 11, 2013 Social Time: 5:30 p.m. Dinner: 6:00 p.m.

West Union High School 175 Lloyd Road Keynote Speaker: Ed FitzGerald, Cuyahoga County Executive Candidate for Ohio Governor 2014 Previous Public Service: FBI Special Agent, Assistant County Prosecutor & Mayor of Lakewood

Southern State students inducted into PTK honorsociety

The membership of one of higher education’s most recognized honor societies, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), was enhanced by the induction of several new members at an April 12 ceremony on the Central Campus of Southern State Community College. Founded in 1918, PTK honors academic achievement in two-year colleges. To be considered for membership, a student needs to maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative grade point average as a full-time student. Honorees include (first row, l-r) Sarah White, Ashley Lucas, Joshua Moore, Amy Roosa, Glenna Hackworth, Theressa Mangus, Kristina Lay, Angela Copas Rios, Ta'Keyah Stevens, Kevin Louderback, Jacquob Benkiel, Melanie Ferguson; (second row, l-r) Heather Reed, Christine Kessinger, Nicole Davis, Sydney Yockey, Emily Turner, Crystal Mongold, Janessa Williamson, Kayden

Johnson, Samuel Nevels Jr.; (third row, l-r): Jeffrey Muncy, Shannon Cornett, Amberlyn Brethauer, April Hines, Cara Kiger, Michael Popson, Ronald Piercy, Kristoffer Lewis; (fourth row, l-r) Dawn Steele, Theresa Rodgers; (fifth row, l-r) Adam Foster, Patricia Walker, Tyler Peterson, Kelly Lay, Janette Dunham, Paula Campagna; and (sixth row, l-r) Kristi Slavens, Vincent Shaw, Colin Ryan. Not pictured are Stasi Bonham, Jessica Clutter, Michael Faulkner, Emily Fryman, Nathan Garman, Julie Gray, Mackenzie Harover, Heidi Hicks, William Holsinger, Yvonne Holsinger, Cassy Lee, Marla McNeal, Gideon Meyer, Mihail Nakoff, Sandra Norman, Bethany Powell, Caleb Preston, Peggy Reiley, Alison Rodriguez, David Rodriguez, Anna Shuler, Nicole Surina, Halona Van Pelt, Meghan Wheeler, Miranda White and Hannah Wiesenhahn.

Teens...Looking for Something to Do If you are between the ages of 14 and 21and are looking to join your friends for some exciting fun, then you might want to join the new Venture Crew in Adams County. If you would like to go camping, backpacking, canoeing, rock climbing, white-water rafting, fishing, zip-lining, shooting, spelunking, deep sea

fishing, scuba diving and etc.

You as a group will decide where and what you will do (with appropriate training and adequate adult supervision, of course). The Crew is youth run and has already elected its President, VP, Sect. and Treas. for the year.

Venturing is part of the Boy

Scouts of America for both male and females, therefore you can have uniforms for identification of who we are wherever we go. If you are interested in joining, our next meeting is Sunday at 3:00 p.m. on April 28, at West Union Church of Christ (across for the WU High School on Lloyd Rd.).

Hoggard Recognized at WC Ceremony Wilmington College Senior William L. Hoggard, of Peebles, is the recipient of the Academic Excellence Award in Environmental Science (Bachelor of Science) Biology Studies. Presentation of the award was made at the college’s 32nd Annual Student Recognition Ceremony was

For Tickets Contact a Democratic Central Committee Member or Judy Peterson, Club President at 549-1999 Janet Campbell, Club Vice President at 544-3318 Reserve your tickets by May 7th Adult Tickets: $12.00 Children 12 and under: $5.00

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Paid for by Adams County Democrat Club, Barbara Finnegan, Treasurer; 974 Dutch Thomas Road, Peebles, Ohio 45660

held Sunday, April 21.

Faculty in each academic major selects a graduating senior who has excelled in his/her studies. The faculty establishes criteria for the award.

Hoggard, who is majoring in biology/environmental studies, is a 2009 graduate of Peebles High School.

Wilmington College is a career-oriented liberal arts institution affiliated with the Society of Friends (Quakers).

It’s located in Southwestern Ohio, approximately one hour from Cincinnati, Columbus and Dayton.

The Blue Ash location serves a large number of non-traditional students.

Buckeye Barn Busters 4-H Club

By Erin Simpkins At our March 24, meeting, the educational portion of our meeting focused on "What to Expect with your Livestock Project."

Advisor, Joy Bauman gave a presentation which included dates of clinics, quality assurance, and skillathons, what to expect and

do at the fair and how a livestock or small animal show is run.

At our April 7, meeting, the kids who participated in the Kids College gave a report on their experience and what they learned. The educational portion of our meeting focused on "Poster Making 101 and Project Requirements." Advisor, Joy Bauman gave a presentation on what is required for our projects for fair and how to do our posters that accompany our projects at the fair. The club finalized the community service projects which included gathering books to the

Peebles Book Fair held in March, go to the Locust Grove Cemetery to care for the flowers around the Veterans Memorial marker and finally the club will be volunteering at BY HIS HANDS Soup Kitchen at Peebles Church of Christ.

On April 21, the club held its 7th meeting at the Franklin Twp Fire Station in Locus Grove. New business included tabling the club's outing, passing out the baking contest information and rescheduling the June 9, meeting to the 15, so the members could have a food and other non livestock project work day.

This day is to get a jump

on completing project books. The educational portion of the meeting focused on Companion Animal Projects presented

by Molly Bauman. Then the group headed out the cemetery. The next meeting is May 5, at 2:00 p.m. at Swayne's farm.

Our Community Service project - cleaning up the monument at the Locus Grove cemetery 421-13 Demonstrations by first year members Hunter Rudd and Erin Simpkins at 4-21-13 meeting 1st year members lead the 4H pledge at the 4-7-13 meeting

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Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12 Mother's Day History Ways to Show Mom You Love Her Why is Mother's Day different from all other days? Because it's the one day of the year when we stop to acknowledge and thank our mother for everything she has sacrificed to make our lives better. Here are some ways to show Mom how much you care: * Visit your mother, whether you live near or far. Anna Jarvis, the founder of Mother's Day, proposed that a special visit to Mom would be an appropriate symbol of dedication to mother in honor of her day. * Call her on the phone. These days, when families are separated by hundreds of miles and email is so accessible, we need a little push to pick up the phone. So dial those digits! * Get out that camera and snap some shots of Mom with her children, grandchildren or you.

E-mail them to her, or frame them for a gift that will be sure to last a lifetime. * Take Mom out on the town -- see a movie, drive around the country or play a round of golf.

Do something that she thoroughly enjoys. * Get Mom out of the kitchen and into a restaurant for brunch or dinner. She deserves the day off, especially if she's the family chef every other day of the year. * Give Mom a gift that's just for her. It doesn't have to be big or expensive -- just something that says "I appreciate you" and reflects her taste and style. It's the thought and love behind that gift that's most meaningful to her. * Send her a paper card -- not one that's e-mailed or store-bought. Jarvis proposed that we write Mom a letter just for her on Mother's Day. Letter writing is more personal than a greeting card.

You can start just about any tradition to mark Mother's Day. However you decide to express your feelings, do it in a way that fits your mother's style, and Mother's Day will be an unforgettable experience for both of you.

Every May women around the world are celebrated for their sacrifices and contributions to the family. With all that Mom does for her children, it would seem like the concept of honoring her would be ages old. However, it really wasn't until relatively recently that a celebration of mothers was instituted.

In ancient Greece individuals honored Rhea, mother of the gods. Christians also celebrated Mary the mother of God. But it wasn't until the 1900s before the general mothering population was celebrated in earnest.

Ann Marie Reeves Jarvis was a young Appalachian homemaker who, beginning in 1858, attempted to improve sanitation and nursing procedures through women's clubs and what she called "Mothers Friendship Day." It wasn't Anne Marie, but rather her daughter, Ann Jarvis, who created the Mother's Day that we celebrate today.

Anna spent many years caring for her aging and ailing mother. Anne Marie died on May 9, 1905 and Anna missed her terribly. Anna noticed that many children failed to respect and honor their mothers while they were alive, and it wasn't until after they died that these children recognized what they had lost in their parent. She intended to start a Mother's Day to honor mothers.

In 1907, Anna Jarvis attempted to establish Mother's Day to "honor mothers, living and dead."

She started the campaign to establish a national Mother's Day. Together with her friends, Jarvis started a letter-writing campaign to urge ministers, businessmen and congressmen to declare a national Mother's Day holiday.

Her efforts paid off. The first Mother's Day was celebrated on May 10, 1908 and honored the late Anne Marie Reeves Jarvis. After this initial celebration, Mother's Day caught on. The Mother's Day International Association was established on December 12, 1912, to promote and encourage meaningful observances of the event. And on May 9, 1914, a presidential proclamation declared that every year the second Sunday in May would be observed as Mother's Day.

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Colors of Spring Submitted by Faye Mahaffey - Brown County OSUE Master Gardener Volunteer In spite of the chilly temperatures, we enjoyed walking in our woods this past weekend. My husband hoped to hunt for mushrooms, but I think we will need to wait for warmer days to have any luck. As usual, I was busy admiring the wildflowers and snapping pictures of my discoveries.

What did we find? Hundreds of Red Trillium, masses of Mayapples just ready to bloom, Jacob’s ladder, Spring Beauty, and Blue and Yellow violets. The Pawpaw trees are ready to burst into bloom, as are the Buckeye trees. The most exciting discovery was in our tree line along the creek! My Eastern Redbud tree is finally decided to bloom this year!

What do you know about Mayapples?

They are a spring flowering plant of rich woods and shady clearing, sometimes called the Mandrake. The common name

“Mayapple” refers to its blooming time. The other common name comes from the mistaken belief that the Mayapple’s roots appear similar to the roots of the Mandrake, a European Plant.

Mayapple leaves, stems and roots are toxic.

However, in summer the large lemon-shaped berries are edible. The blooming of this plant has been used as an indicator of when to start looking for the elusive Morel mushroom.

Stan Tekiela’s book, Wildflowers of Ohio, provides the following information about Mayapples: Family: Barberry, Size: 12 – 18 inches, Flower: single, nodding, waxy white flower with 6-9 petals, 1-2 inches wide; each flower is on a thin ascending stalk rising from a crotch between the 2 leaves, Leaf: set of 2 deeply lobed leaves, 12-15 inches across; each leaf has up to 5 lobes and stands well above the flower, Bloom: spring, Cycle/Origin: perennial, native, Habitat: wet, moist woods, shady meadows,

and Range: throughout Ohio.

I hope to take another walk before they start planting the fields. Maybe I will find some mushrooms this time and discover new blooming wildflowers as well!

Don’t forget to e-mail your gardening questions to Brown County Master Gardener Mike Hannah at mhannah2@msn.com. Be sure to include your phone number in your e-mail as well as any photographs pertaining to your questions.

Interested in learning more about miniature gardens? There will be a gardening seminar on May 16 at the Fincastle campus of Southern State Community College.

Remember that all seminars are free and open to the public and will be held in the library from 6:00 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.

Can you believe it is almost May? My garden is wet…wet…wet!!

My husband mowed off the weeds so that blooms wouldn’t go to seed, but I am itching to get in there and plant! My new seeds arrived, and I want to get radishes and lettuce thrown in the dirt. The chives are up and it won’t be long until they start blooming, and those darned dandelions are in full bloom! Are yours?

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Senior Living Loose Thread Quilt Show Quilt Pattern - Carolina Lily Variation

On Saturday April 20, the Loose Thread Quilters held their annual quilt show. The were dozens of quilts displayed including the quilts the group makes for the Wilson Children's Home. The group received a couple of anonymous donations of quilts for their charity project. There were quilts of all patterns, shapes and sizes, and the workmanship by these quilters is simply amazing. There is so much talent and such a variety, the show was awe inspiring.

The group has a block exchange with an out of state quilt group.These blocks were made into a quilt that was raffled off. Also included at the show was an exhibit of Sheila Maggard's Appron Collection.The group had a

bed turning at 2:00 p.m. There were many quilts with embroidery on the blocks which were stunning. The hours represented by the quilts is incredible.

Wilma Daily had a vintage wedding ring quilt in a hoop so folks could see the process.

There were special displays of the various fabric challenges, the stack and whack challenge and block challenges. There was a Christmas challenge where the quilters were given a letter of the alphabet and a color and were to make a Christmas Themed quilted project. The group meets the first and third Thursdays at the Peebles United Methodist Church from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and you are invited to come share the joy of quilting.

OSU Extension Home Food Preservation Programs Attend one of Ohio State University Extension’s Home Food Preservation programs to learn how to extend the season’s bounty of fresh produce. Fruits and vegetables fresh from the garden are a delicious treat.

Using food preservation methods like canning, freezing, and drying can extend access to these delicious foods. Safe, up-to-date food preservation methods should always be used when preserving foods at home.

This summer, Ohio State University Extension will offer two different options for food preservation programming: 1) Home Food Preservation Classes and 2) a Gardening and Home Food Preservation Workshop.

The Home Food Preservation Classes will cover proper equipment for food preservation, food preservation techniques, and how to safely can and freeze fruits and vegetables at home. Testing of pressure caner dial gauges for accuracy will be available. Classes will be held on: · Monday, June 3 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm at the ABCAP Senior Nutrition Site (111 W. Main St, West Union, OH 45693). · Tuesday, June 4 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm at the Highland County Administration Building Large Conference Room (119 Governor Foraker Pl., Hillsboro, OH 45133). · Wednesday, June 5, 2013 from 3:00 – 4:30 pm at the Brown County Extension Office Conference Room on the fairgrounds (325 W. State St., Building B., Georgetown, OH 45121).

There is a $10 registration fee, which includes a packet of Ohio State University Extension food preservation fact sheets with the most up-to-date processing times and

instructions. Registration deadline for all classes is Thursday, May 30.

The Gardening and Home Food Preservation Workshop will cover proper equipment for food preservation and how to safely can, freeze, and dry fruits and vegetables at home. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice canning, freezing, and drying techniques. Ray Koch, Ohio State University Extension Master Gardener Volunteer, will discuss steps for planning and planting a produce garden. The 2-day workshop will be held on Monday, May 13 and Tuesday, May 14 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm (both days) in Eastern High School’s Life Skills Lab (Room 104) located at 11557 US 62, Winchester, OH 45697.

Amy L. Habig Extension Educator, There is a $40 registrafee, which Family and tion includes course materiConsumer Sciences Ohio State als, activities, and a University Extension packet of Ohio State - Adams, Brown and University Extension food preservation fact Highland Counties sheets with the most up-to-date processing times and instructions. Registration deadline is Thursday, May 9.

The food preservation programs are open to all Adams, Brown, and Highland County residents. To register for any of these programs, download and mail-in a registration form from http://adams.osu.edu, http://brown.osu.edu, or http://highland.osu.edu.

For more information, contact Amy Habig, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences in Adams, Brown, and Highland Counties via e-mail at habig.13@osu.edu or via telephone at 937544-2339 (Adams County), 937-378-6716 (Brown County), or 937-393-1918 (Highland County).

Time for Spring Cleaning Spring has sprung! And what a welcome change to feel the warmer weather, see the sun shining, hear the birds chirping, and smell the wonderful flowers in bloom…and usually, with the warmer weather, comes the “spring cleaning” routine.

It’s always important to not only take care of the cleaning side of this yearly chore, but especially for seniors, it’s important to take this time to check other items that are also very important. We found some great tips about spring cleaning and seniors from SeniorHomes.com (www.seniorhomes.com).

The website includes a variety of helpful information for seniors including expert-written articles on a variety of topics. The “spring cleaning” topic is very timely and a great opportunity to take stock of the overall safety of your loved one’s home.

Below are some important items you should check at least bi-annually to help your older or disabled loved one maintain their independence and safety: Take stock of the medicine cabinet, as suggested by Medical News Today. Check all items for expiration dates. Are the medications stored in their own containers? Are they stored in a cool, dry place? Discard any unused medications.

Replace the batteries in all smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Run a test to ensure they’re working.

Check to make sure the home has a fire extinguisher that has been inspected within the past year. Offer a brief instruction on using the

device. Even if you think your loved one might not remember, it’s wise to keep a fire extinguisher in an obvious location easily accessible to friends, relatives or neighbors.

Clean up clutter. Clutter increases the risk for falls, fire and other problems such as insects or rodents. Remove unnecessary furniture that obstructs the traffic flow, organize cabinets so that the most frequently used items are easily accessible, and throw away any old items from the pantry or refrigerator.

Create an emergency plan. Set the speed dial on the phone for emergency contacts.

Appoint a neighbor as an emergency backup. If your loved one lives in a senior apartment complex, find a friendly neighbor and implement the buddy system; they should each keep an eye Pamela K. Matura, out for problems and Executive Director have contact information for one another’s emerMonthly Column gency contacts.

The Area Agency on Aging District 7 serves 10 counties in southern Ohio, providing home and community-based long-term care options for seniors and adults with disabilities. If you have questions about long-term care options or would like to learn more about the long-term care resources in your area for you or someone you know, simply give us a call. A trained nurse or social worker is ready to assist you on the phone Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm by calling us toll-free at 1-800-5827277. We can answer any questions you may have and also provide an in-home consultation at no cost to discuss your available options in more detail.

Next week I am going to feature some red work blocks to embroider for your Civil War Challenge Quilt or your own project. This week, I was so inspired by the Loose Thread Quilt Show, I wanted to talk about the quilts at the show. The variety was amazing, and the needle work superb. There was an embroidered quilt of women with parasols that was amazing, and many red work quilts. Norma Bowman won the People's Choice award for her fantastic hand quilted red and green Carolina Lily. There was another fabulous quilt in the same pattern in yellow and green. Great job quilters.The winning quilt was beautiful and had some stiff competition from so many other quilts.

I was touched at the large number of quilts made for the Children's Home. This week's featured block is the Carolina Lily Basket Variation. Use half of a Civil War Star for the flower petals and then make the stems, basket or leaves of your choice.

Dear Miss Needles Dear Miss Needles: I purchased an antique quilt that had two needles in it the quilter had left. The needles had rusted and I have been unable to get the rust stains out. Any suggestions? I finished binding the quilt with fabric that came with it. Sign me: Betsy Dear Betsy: I have tried a variety of things over the years. I remember once I made a paste of Baking power and lemon juice. I took a cotton swab and used it to lighten some spots, but they were still faintly there. And a lot of folks recomment bleach, but I am a clutz and would not try it until they came out with the oxygen based bleaches. I would fill the bathtub with cool water. Read

the instructions for your oxygen-based bleach to get the right ratio of bleach to water, and soak the quilt for 18 to 25 hours. Keep repeating until the stains are gone. I have used this to remove the yellowing that cotton naturally does as well as stains from doilies and table runners.

Remember to gently dry your quilt on a line or by lying flat.

Good luck!

Dear Miss Needles: What type of needle do you recommend to use for repairing clothes? Sign me Hole-E. Dear Hole-E: It depends on the fabric you are sewing and the thread you are using.

For underwear, slips, delicate garments, I try to use a light

weight thread and a small sharps needle or quilting needle. For denim, I like to use a heavier needle that won't bend (I have ruined so many needles by hand sewing). The inexpensive needle kits found in grocery and economy stores are great since most people do not mend very many items by hand these days. Good luck and if you learn any tips, write me so I can share them with the readers.

Do you have a question you would like dear miss needles to answer? If so, e-mail her at dearmissneedles @yahoo.com or write to her The Informer Att. Miss Needles P.O. Box 801, West Union, Ohio 45693.

Adams County Senior Citizens Did you know that May is one of two months that gives us 4 days to fly our Flag?

Specifically, Mother’s Day on the 12th, Peace Officers Memorial Day on the 15th, Armed Forces Day on the 18th, and our observed Memorial Day on the 27th. Besides these important dates, May also celebrates Law Day and Loyalty Day on May 1st, National Day of Prayer on May 2nd, Nurses Day on the 6th, Military Spouses Day on the 10th, National Maritime Day on the 22nd, and our true Memorial Day being on the 30th. Other dates of significance include the Unconditional Surrender of all German Forces Signed 1945 on May 7th, V-E Day Declared-1945 on May 8th, and the Women’s Army Corps Founded-1942 on May 15th. Isn’t it fitting that the majority of these dates are military related and fall within the month of our recognized and nationally celebrated, Memorial Day? Lest we should forget all those who fought and died to provide and continue the freedom we have in this country, remember this Memorial Day with a moment of silence, perhaps purchase a poppy flower or two, say thank you to our current Service Personnel and/or a Veteran, but truly take the time to remember what this day is all about.

Then you will really enjoy your family get togethers, picnics, swimming and other fun activities to welcome in the summer knowing these events came at a price for all of us to freely enjoy.

May is older Americans Month!

If you haven’t already marked your calendar, I hope you will make plans now to attend our annual All-County Senior Citizens Day Celebration,

which will take place on Tuesday, May 21st at the Adams County Fairgrounds with Peebles seniors as hosts. The Theme this year is “Unleash Your Power: Be a Golden Buckeye!” This is our big blow-out that we have every spring to honor and “show off” our Senior Citizens. If you have been there in the past years, I know you’ll want to come again, but if you have never attended – you don’t know what you are missing!! Lots of yummy, covered dish, carry-in food, great entertainment and speakers, well deserved awards, door prizes and a whole lot of fun and fellowship together.

Senior Citizens represent the generation that has cared for us so well, whether personally – through guidance as parents and grandparents or in a broader sense of having provided our history.

You don’t want to miss it!

Beltone. A Beltone Representative will be at the Senior Center on May 3rd from 9am-3pm. For more information or to set up an appointment, please contact Mary at 1-740-353-1021.

SEOLS. South Eastern Ohio Legal Services will be at the Senior Center on May 28th from 1pm-4pm. To schedule an appointment, please call Ms. Spradlin at 1-800-837-2508.

Everybody knows that Popeye’s romantic interest was Olive Oyl but curiously, in Spain, her name was changed because olive oil was considered too important to be used as a cartoon characters name. In ancient Roman civilization it was such a hot commodity, many citizens paid their taxes with it. Here are some “new” and clever uses for olive oil: * Unstick zippers: use a cotton swab to apply a small amount on the slider body and work the tab up

and down a few times. * Sub it for shave cream: lightly coat your legs in olive oil and your razor will run smoothly over stubble while conditioning your razor blades too. * Prevent hair balls: drizzle a teaspoon on pet food to help any swallowed hair make its way through your furry friend’s digestive system so it won’t be coughed up instead.

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

On the 1st Monday & Friday each month the Adams County Veterans Services are here. On the 3rd Monday we have Knitting Class from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Each Tuesday & Thursday from 10:00am – 11:00am is Gentle Chair Yoga Class. On Tuesday afternoons at 1:00pm we have Movie & Popcorn time. The Scrappy Quilters Club meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month from 10:00am – 3:00pm.

Marsha McCormick from OSU will be here the second Wednesdays each month at Noon. Each Thursday from 12:30pm-3:30pm we play card games. On the 3rd Thursday we will celebrate birthdays at 2:00pm for any senior having a birthday in the month. We welcome anyone who would like to volunteer to help with any activities you might be interested in doing.

Services and activities are FREE. It’s YOUR Senior Center. We want YOU to enjoy it. For more info: 544-3979. Hours are Mon.Fri. 8am– 4:30p.m.

JUST A THOUGHT. He loves his country best who strives to make it best. ~Robert G. Ingersoll

12 - Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - The Informer

Local Sports Lady Dragon's Take Hard Loss Dragon's Split Double Header

Pictured: CeCe Howard fielding the ball from Center field.

By Brit, Informer Sports The Lady Dragons matched up against Northwest at home on Saturday, April 27, for a Doulbe-header that kept the fans on their toes.

Erin Ross led the Lady Dragon's onto the field as the starting pitcher with her defensive team keeping Northwest to only two runs before giving them their third out.

The Lady Dragons headed to bat with Ashley Ross hitting and getting on base followed by Natasha Barr getting a hit. CeCe Howard came up to bat hitting it deep into right field bringing her two team mates A. Ross and Barr across home plate giving Howard the 2 RBI's, but wasn't able to cross home herself before the Lady Dragons got their 2nd and 3rd out's.

The Dragon's gained the lead in the third inning with Kristen Grooms and CeCe Howard bringing two more runs home making the score 4-2.

Northwest tried the game back up in the 5th scoring two.

The Dragon's couldn't seem to get the fuel to finish the game and as Northwest came out strong in the 7th scoring 5 runs handing them the win 9-4 over West Union in the first game.

After a brief break and a change in pitcher's Mary Hinton came out for West Union, but couldn't warm up fast enough giving Northwest the lead 14-4 by the 6th inning due to several walks and defensive errors.

A spark lit in the dugout for West Union and the Lady Dragons went to bat scoring run after run bringing the score all the way to 14-13, making one of the best comebacks yet by West Union. With the bases loaded a Error at bat ended the game for the Lady Dragon's losing the second game by 1, making it one of the toughest loses this season 14-13.

Lady Lions Roar Past Lady Hounds

Pictured: Dragons Pitcher Kyle Taylor giving it all he had in the second game of the day.

By Brit, Informer Sports Saturday, April 27, started with overcast skies and a chill in the air as the West Union Dragons took on Northwest in a Doubleheader to make it a long day at the ball-field.

West Union came out to start the first game slow and cold just like the weather. As players took the field with Levi McUne taking the mound Northwest put up three hitters and took three outs sending West Union back to the dugout, but was short lived with 4 hitters up to the plate with only Wesley Fleshman making it on base and around to third before getting their third out.

West Union gave up one run in the 2nd, one in third and repeated the 4th inning giving up one run making West Union scoreless.

The 5th inning led to a lot of mistakes and Northwest scoring 4 more runs before West Union could grab the 3rd out.

Dragons Kyle Taylor went to bat with and was walked. Wesley Fleshman came up to bat hitting a home run, his second one of the season, bringing in Taylor and his self to close the gap some, but with the Dragon's poor pitching and going through three pitchers allowing many hits and several walks, West Union couldn't pull it together losing the first game 13-2.

After a short Intermission the Dragon's came back out for the second game of the day recharged after eating and resting, looking like a different team. Kyle Taylor started out pitching the second game with confidence and little error, Lance Holbrook made a big play at first in the first inning along with a couple others throughout the game.

Both teams scoring was slow due to tough defense leaving the game scoreless for the first few innings as James McCoy really stepped up for West Union making some remarkable catches in center field.

The Dragon's went to bat in the 5th.

Trenton Price was able to bring it home to give his team a run, followed by James McCoy stepping up on offense as well bringing home a run in the 5th and 6th along with Frankie Blevins, Chris Fox and Kyle Taylor, all coming across home plate giving West Union the win for the second game of the day splitting the doubleheader to a win and a loss. Coach Shawn Inman said, "Kyle's confidence as a pitcher gives our defense a lot more confidence and it showed today. I am happy with the improvement the boys are making and I think this was a good test to show that we can compete in the state tournament this year."

Lady Hounds Fall Short

By Brit, Informer Sports Manchester's Lady Greyhounds met with the Fairfield Lady Lions on Thursday, April 25, taking another loss on the week with Fairfield.

Morgan Johnson was leading hitter again going 3 for 3 with three runs and one RBI on the night followed by Taylor Himes

going 2 for 3 with one run and a RBI. Rainelle Casey was 3 for 3 and a RBI, but was unable to score for the Lady Hounds Delaney Young who went 2 for 3 with one run herself and one RBI. Brett Himes hit two for three on the offensive side, but the Lady Hounds defense wasn't enough to stop Fairfield from winning 8-6.

Hounds Shut out by Rockets

Pictured: The Lady Hounds infielders are preparing for a bunt.

By Brit, Informer Sports Rockets were hitting and stealing bases Manchester Girls played a tight game rattling the Lady Hounds in a 3-1 lead. A against the Fayetttville Lady Rockets on time out was called.

Tuesday, April 23, but just couldn't keep Brook Henley was finally able to end a hold of it coming into the 5th inning. the top of the 6th with two strike outs, but With the Lady Hounds going to bat to fin- the Lady Hounds couldn't regain control ish the 5th Manchester hit 3 pop-ups to taking the loss 6-2. send them back out onto the field quickly.

Brett Himes went 3 for 3 with double Bringing in the 6th first at bat for and one RBI. Morgan Johnson went 3 for Fayetteville hit a fly ball to center fielder 4 with 2 doubles and a RBI. Taylor Himes Rainelle Casey giving the Lady Rockets went 2 for 4 and came across home twice their first out, but from there the Lady for both the Lady Hounds Runs.

National Day of Prayer Service Adams County Courthouse Lawn Thursday, May 2, 6:00 p.m.

Theme: Praying for America Refreshments afterwards Pictured: Greyhounds Marshall Spencer batting, but was walked to first.

By Brit, Informer Sports The Manchester Greyhounds went out on the Diamond looking good on Tuesday night, April 23, against the Fayetville Rockets with left handed pitcher Ricky Deatley on the mound a fresh new pitcher for the team.

Deatley started out all over the place allowing walks and hits giving up one run and only having one out before Stephen Pappas came up to bat for the Rockets with runners one first and second. Manchester's Deatley gave up the hit down the third baseline. Tyler Brummett fielded the ball tagged third and threw out to Austin Hughes at first for the Double Play making it the best play of the game for the Greyhounds and ending the top of the first.

Manchester went to bat with Sean Frost

striking out, Marshall Spencer being walked to first. As Bill Hackathorn was batting third, Spencer went for the steal second, but was tagged out. Hackathorn struck out giving Manchester three up and three down.

The rest of the game went down hill for the Greyhounds leaving them a huge loss 15-0.

Coach Brewer said, "Although it was a loss, we are continuing to improve on the small aspects of the game. The beginning of our batting lineup continues to do very well at the plate. My hopes is for the bottom half of the line-up to ge better with each plate appearance. Defensively, we had some major errors at the beginning of the game that knocked us back and cost us. We need to learn to overcome them and move on and start playing consistent, error free baseball as we prepare for tournament."

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