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Local Teen Dies as a Result from Crash 7 Years of Planning Celebrated with The Maysville, Kentucky Police Department is currently investigating a Fatal Crash that involved a local teen. On Tuesday, April 24, Charles A. Huron, of Manchester, was travelling US 62 near the William Harsha Bridge when his vehicle travelled off the left side of the roadway and struck a light pole, head on where it immediately caught on fire.

An individual in another vehicle seen Huron and the vehicle on fire and pulled

him out to safety, according to Maysville Police Lt. Rob Corns.

The Maysville Fire Department extinguished the fire and the Maysville Life Squad transported Huron to Maysville Regional Medical Center for treatment where he was later flown to University of Kentucky. Huron, passed away the following day on Wednesday, April 25.

The Maysville Police Department called in their accident reconstructionist to

investigate the scene. As of press time the accident remains under investigation.

Huron was a graduate of of Ripley Union Lewis Huntington High School.

Survivors include his parents Luke and Heidi Huron of Manchester and Tonya Hostetler of Maysville, Kentucky. He also left behind two brothers Nicholas Huron, Declan Huron and one sister Macy Huron. Turn to page 3 for funeral arrangements.

Groundbreaking at Humane Society

Ohio's Spring Turkey Season Underway...Adams and Brown in Top 10 Ohio hunters harvested a preliminary total of 2,227 bearded wild turkeys on the first day of the spring turkey-hunting season, which is open statewide through May 20, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. In 2011, a preliminary total of 2,646 wild turkeys were killed on opening day.

Top counties for wild turkeys killed on Monday were: Ashtabula-93, Coshocton-79, Tuscarawas78, Muskingum-74, Guernsey-69, Adams-62, Highland-57, Knox-56, Brown-55 and Clermont54.

The Division of Wildlife estimates that more than 70,000 people will hunt turkeys during the fourweek season. Legal hunting hours are one-half hour before sunrise until noon from April 23 to May 6.

Hunting hours May 7-20 will be a half hour before sunrise to sunset. Ohio's wild turkey population was estimated at 180,000 prior to the start of the spring season.

Only bearded wild turkeys may be taken during the spring hunting season. A hunter is required to check

in their turkey by 11:30 p.m. on the day of harvest.

Hunters with the proper permits may take a limit of two bearded gobblers during the four-week season, but not more than one wild turkey per day.

Young hunters across Ohio again experienced success during the annual youth spring turkey season, was held Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Wildlife.

Hunters must report their turkey harvest, but they are no longer required to take their turkey to a check station for physical inspection.

Instead, hunters have three options to complete the new automated game check: * Online at wildohio.com or ohiogamecheck.com; * By telephone at 877TAG-ITOH (877-8244864). This option is only available to those who are required to have a turkey permit to hunt turkeys; and * At all license agents. A list of these agents can be found at wildohio.com.

Game-check transactions will be available online and by telephone seven days a week including holidays.

Pictured: Mike McCann, Lonnie Ward, Bob Smith, Richard Potter, Chris Troutman, Karen Franklin, Bob Applegate, Kim Miller-Wenning, Jill Edgington, Jessie Huxmann and the dog's name is Will.

License agents’ locations will be available for turkey check-in during normal business hours. Hunters can call the license agent for specific hours of operation.

All turkeys must be checked in by 11:30 p.m. the day of kill.

The following is a list of the counties close to Adams: A list of wild turkeys checked by young hunters during the 2012 two-day youth spring turkey season follows. Numbers for 2011 are listed in parentheses.

Adams: 30 (38); Brown: 34 (49); Clermont: 24 (35); Highland: 48 (47); Pike: 14 (15) and Scioto: 16 (16).

Below is a list of preliminary wild turkey harvest results for the 2012 and (2011) spring season opening day.

Adams: 62 (88); Brown: 55 (71); Clermont: 54 (54); Highland: 57 (59); Pike: 48 (46) and Scioto: 33 (36).

Quilting and Needle Arts

Pictured (L/R): The West Union Police Department K-9 Officer Shawn Grooms and Castor and the Manchester Police Department K-9 Officer Peters and Djanga.

The Adams County Humane Society celebrated the groundbreaking at their new property on State Route 41 near WalMart. After seven years of planning, fundraising and dedicated hard work, their dreams finally came true. It all started with a group of concerned citizens.

The animal shelter will house dogs and cats. It will also be used as an education center for citizens who want to foster an animal they like, animal care, obedience and the animals diet and nutrients. A dog park is also being planned on the premises.

President Bob Smith said, "This property consists of 2.7 acres and the facility will be in full operation by early fall."

Smith also introduced the contractor Larry Ward, of Peebles.

The society also explained that they need volunteers and this complex was Pictured: Kim Miller-Wenning is seen built by private donations and fundraising speaking to those in attendance. by selling bricks.

Man Charged for Threatening 2 Officers

Quilting and Needle Arts is in this edition of The Informer. You now have an opportunity to read about quilting, quilters and artists each week.

The first week of the month we will have a quilt block featured for a Adams County Civil War Quilt block. Each block will be an original design. The block will feature Adams County villages, townships, historical events and places of Adams County.

The second week of the month we will feature a type of quilt or quilt block that has embroidery work, do the stitches and techniques can be used for many types of crafts, not just quilts.

The third week of the month the feature will be a pattern for a knit, crochet or tat stitch. These can be made into blocks and the blocks into blankets, clothing, ponchos and other items.

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On the fifth week we will do bonus blocks for baby quilts or one block charm quilts.

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Manchester Police K9 Officer Peters was on routine patrol Thursday, April 26 when he was dispatched to 32 Pearl Street for a Domestic Violence dispute.

As Officer Peters arrived at the residence he seen a female sitting in the vehicle and a man on the top of the roof of the car. As Officer Peters made several attempts to have the male subject later identified as Ronald Dickens, 46, of Manchester, to come down off the car he continued to stay put. Dickens proceeded to tell Officer Peters that he was going to kill him and Djanga.

Dickens then attempts to kick at Officer Peters where the two have a small scuffle. As Officer Peters went to put the handcuffs on Dickson and place him under arrest, Dickens pushed at Officer Peters where the K9 Djanga from her back seat, crawled through the small window that separates the front and

back seats of the cruiser, into the front seat then at the drivers side window and runs around the car pinning Dickens to where Officer Peters could place under arrest and place him in the cruiser. Dickens tore up the dog kennel inside the cruiser by kicking at it.

Dickens was transported to the Adams County Jail where he got into another scuffle with the deputies and Officer Peters where he was Tazed to subdue him.

Dickens has been charged with five Felonies from the incident that includes: Felonious Assault F-4, Resisting Arrest M-2, Disorderly Conduct MM, Vandalism F-5 and Escape F-5.

Manchester Mayor Troy A. Jolly said, "I appreciate the hard work and the training that Officer Peters and Djanga do. In this instance the training paid off and Djanga did what she has been trained to do."

Mayor Jolly continued to say that a bullet proof vest/stab vest is expected shortly for Djanga where she can be safer on patrol just like our other officers on the street.

Page 2 Stories are:

Soil and Water Stewardship Proclamation Week, Area Men Charged for Burglaries and Thefts, Ohio Offers Free Fishing Days, Former Govenor Strickland's wife to speak, Weekly Traffic Report and Adams County Sheriff Intake and Release Report.

OBITUARIES

The following obituaries are on page 3 of this week’s edition: David Dykes, Donald Gene Cofer, Floyd Robert Burns, Walter S. Bunn, Jr., Charles Austin Michael Huron, Rhonda W. (Rigdon) Carter and Susan Baker Booher.

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Soil and Water Stewardship Proclamation Week Area Men Charged for Burglaries and Thefts

Pictured Back Row (L/R): Supervisors Chester Grooms, Jack Hazelbaker, Kyler Ruark and District Manager Allen Cluxton. Front: Commissioners Brian Baldridge, Roger Rhonemus and Justin Cooper.

The Adams County Commissioners in us with our daily substenance and our effectheir regular weekly meeting Monday, April tive conservation practices have helped pro23, Proclaimed April 29-May 6, 2012 as vide us a rich standard of living. Our secuSoil and Water Stewardship Proclamation rity depends upon healthy soil and clean Week. water. Stewardship calls for each person to The fertile soil and vlean water provide help conserve these precious resources.

Ohio Offers Free Fishing Days

A chance to experience Ohio's great fishing Ohioans are encouraged to take advantage of "Free Fishing Days" on May 5-6 and experience the great fishing Ohio has to offer. For these two days only, Ohio anglers may fish in any of the state's public waters without having to buy a fishing license.

During the rest of the year, anglers 16 years and older are required to have a valid fishing license to take fish, frogs or turtles from Ohio waters. An Ohio fishing license is one of the best recreation bargains available, costing only $19 a year for residents.

Ohio residents born on or before December 31, 1937, can obtain a free fishing license at any license vendor.

Residents age 66 and older who were born on or after January 1, 1938, are eligible to obtain a reduced cost senior fishing license for $10. A one-day fishing license is also available for $11, an amount that later can be applied toward the cost of an annual fishing license. Fishing licenses are available at bait and tackle stores, outdoor outfitters, major department stores, as well as wildohio.com.

Ohio's Free Fishing Days were established in 1993 to promote fishing and allow Ohioans to experience fishing before buying a license. The offer is open to all Ohio residents and extends to all of Ohio’s public waters including the Ohio River.

Great fishing exists around the state and throughout the year. An estimated 1.3 million people fish each year in Ohio. In late winter and early spring, anglers reel

in excellent catches of steelhead trout and walleye from northern Ohio streams.

Spring also means great saugeye and crappie fishing. During the summer months, the fishing heats up on Lake Erie for yellow perch, walleye and smallmouth bass, while anglers on the Ohio River enjoy excellent striped bass fishing.

The “Free Fishing Days” weekend offers Ohioans of all ages the chance to experience the fun of fishing. For anyone taking a young angler, there's nothing more rewarding than teaching a kid to fish. Here are some helpful tips: Keep it simple. Consider the child's age and skill level. If this is their first time, shore fishing is recommended.

Kids like to catch fish. The size of fish doesn't matter to kids. But catching a fish—any fish—does. Choose a pond, lake or stream where they will easily be able to catch a few fish.

Use simple tackle. A good rod and reel for kids costs between $15 and $30. A spin-cast reel is easy to use and, after a few practice casts, kids usually have mastered it.

Bring along a camera. Children love to show off pictures of their "big catch."

Keep the trip fun and short. Let the child have a good time, even if it means taking a break. Take time out to enjoy the time together.

Be patient. Plan on spending some time untangling lines, baiting hooks, landing fish and taking pictures of big smiles and wiggling fish. When people concentrate all of their attention on their young angler, they will likely be developing a fishing buddy for a lifetime.

The Informer

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Adams County Sheriff Kimmy Rogers released the following information Tuesday, April 24, about Burglaries and Thefts around the area.

Deputies have been busy over the last few weeks investigating burglaries and thefts. On Monday, April 9, deputies responded to 17878 Sr. 125 in the Lynx area for a burglary report. As deputies arrived on scene it was determined a rear door of the residence had been forced open and two rifles were stolen from a bedroom.

Deputies were able to obtain a description of a suspect and vehicle through a canvas of the neighborhood. Then on Tuesday, April 17, a burglary was reported at 8129 Blue Creek Rd. where multiple firearms were taken from the residence. The investigation revealed similar information regarding the suspect and suspect vehicle.

Deputies were able to identify a person of interest in both cases. A broadcast was put out of the suspect vehicle and suspect description. A West Union Police Officer on patrol located what he believed to be the suspect. The officer and deputies were able to observe the vehicle and make a stop in West Union. Deputies were able to track down several locations where the firearms had been sold. Brian A. McClanahan, 22, of West Union, was arrested for felony burglary and theft of firearms and possession of drug abuse instruments. He is currently housed in the Adams County Jail pending formal charges from the Adams County

Prosecutor.

On Friday, April 20, an incident of safe cracking was reported to the Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to 2828 Stoney Rd. near Peebles to investigate the complaint that took place between April 10 and April 19. It was determined a safe in the residence was opened without permission and several items including gold and silver coins, paper money, handguns and prescription medication were stolen.

The total was estimated at $30,000.00.

The investigation revealed the stolen items were pawned at pawn shops between Adams County and Milford. The money was sold for $8,000.00 and several items including drugs were purchased with the money. Timothy Dykes, 45, of Peebles, has been arrested for felony theft and is incarcerated awaiting formal charges to be brought from the Adams County Prosecutor.

All cases are officially still under investigation by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office and Adams County Prosecutor’s Office.

Sheriff Rogers would like to recognize the officers and deputies involved in the investigations for an outstanding effort. Burglary and theft are some of the more difficult crimes to solve and all investigators done a commendable job.

If you have information about criminal activity, you are urged to call the Adams County Sheriff’s Office at 937544-2314 or your local police department.

Former Govenor Strickland's wife to speak The Adams County Democrat Clud will host there 41st Annual Dinner Friday, May 4.

Starting at 6:00 p.m. and the dinner to start at 7:00 p.m.

Former Govenor Ted Strickland's wife Francis will be speaking about the Obama for America Campaign. Frances graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from Murray State University and was a health and physical education teacher. She received her doctorate in educational psychology at the University of Kentucky where she met Ted Strickland. She served as a school psychologist for many years in a public school system. Francis has served as the chair of the Family and Children First Councils, composed of state-agency leaders that helps families seeking government services. She has also written a children's novel about the first female Governor of Kentucky Martha Layne Collins.

Also, speaking at the event will be United States Senator Sherrod Brown's daughter Liz. Liz is a senior at Columbia University majoring in English and writing. Before college, she served for a year with the Americorps program City Year, where she worked in Philadelphia public schools. As a journalist, she has worked with Columbus, NPR affiliate WOSU, where

Francis Strickland she reported and produced news stories and she currently writes for Columbia University's The Eye magazine. Her published works include essays, articles and poetry in The Columbia Political Review, The Eye, and 116 Magazine.

The event will take place at the Ohio Valley Career and Tecnical Center 175 Lloyd Rd., West Union. See ad on page 5.

Weekly Traffic Report Adams County A resurfacing project on S.R. 32 is under way, with operations at the 0.83-mile marker (just east of the Adams-Brown County line) for bridge repair.

Crews will be paving the route between the county line and S.R. 247 at Seaman, and throughout construction, traffic will be maintained in at least one lane in each direction. The project is anticipated to be completed by mid to late October.

An intersection improvement project on S.R. 73 is under way, and crews will be upgrading the alignment and adding a left-turn lane at the route’s intersection with C.R. 18H (Jaybird Road), between S.R. 32 and the Adams-Scioto County line. Currently, traffic is being maintained in one lane with the aid of

flaggers and construction is anticipated to be completed by late summer.

Brown County Operations for a bridge replacement project on C.R. 21 (White Oak Valley

Road) at T.R. 32 (McCall Road) have resumed, and the route is now closed.

Traffic is being detoured via U.S. 68 and C.R. 83 (Smoky Row Road), and the scheduled completion date is July 31, 2012.

A guardrail replacement

project is under way on S.R. 41. Crews will be replacing guardrail between Aberdeen and S.R. 136 in Adams County, working as weather permits. Traffic will be maintained with the use of flaggers and/or arrow boards.

S.R. 221 is reduced to one lane due to a slip.

Traffic is being maintained in one lane with the use of temporary traffic signals.

U.S. 52 is reduced to one, 10-foot lane at T.R. 232 (Logan Gap Road), between Ripley and Aberdeen, for a slip repair project. Throughout construction, traffic will be maintained in one lane with the use of temporary signals.

All work will take place during daytime, business hours Monday through Friday unless otherwise indicated.

Adams County Sheriff Intake and Release Report April 20 - 26 Brandon Lee Alcorn, 20, Winchester, Breaking and Entering. Booked 4/11 Released 4/23.

Rex Allen Jr. 38, West Union, Possession of Drug Abuse Instruments.

Booked 4/13 Released 4/23.

David W. Bennington, 28, Manchester, Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for Manufacturing of Drugs.

Booked 4/24.

Terry Lane Bennington, 36, Blue Creek, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 4/20.

Ricky L. Bowens, 40, Mt. Orab, Trafficking in Drugs.

Booked 3/28 Released 4/24.

Winston R. Delk, 20, Seaman, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge.

Booked 4/21 Released 4/27.

Tim W. Dykes, 45, Peebles, Theft. Booked 4/22.

James Lee Frey, 20, Peebles, Failure to Comply. Booked 4/21 Released 4/26.

Michael P. Gibson, 24, Peebles, Driving Under Suspension. Booked 4/24.

Carry J. Hayslip, 33, West Union, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 4/20.

Lucinda M. Hicks, 23, West Union, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 4/18 Released 4/23.

Jimmy Micheal Jones, 28, Hillsboro, Failure to Pay Child Support. Booked 4/25.

Shandi R. Kidder, 21, Manchester, Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for manufacturing of Drugs.

Booked 3/19 Released 4/25.

Dustin S. King, 28, Peebles, Receiving Stolen Property and Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor

Charge. Booked 3/30 Released 4/23.

Roderick Keith Lewis, 35, West Union, Possession of Drugs Marijuana and Possession of Dangerous Drugs.

Booked 4/11 Released 4/20.

Brian A. McClanahan, 23, West Union, Burglary.

Booked 4/22.

Anthony M. Richendollar, 19, Winchester, Criminal Damaging. Booked 4/22 Released 4/22.

Michelle L. Smith, 41, West union, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge.

Booked 4/4 Released 4/23.

James Nile Wilson, 53, Sardinia, Driving Under Suspension. Booked 4/16 Released 4/21.

Nichole Wilson, 31, West Union, Probation Detainer. Booked 4/20 Released 4/24.

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Obituaries

Community News/Events Manchester Local School District will hold an informational meeting for anyone wanting to apply for OPEN ENROLLMENT for the 2012-2013 school year. The meeting will be at the Manchester High School Round Room on Wednesday, May 2, 6:00 p.m.

The annual meeting of the Moore's Chapel Cemetery Association will meet on Saturday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

David Dykes

David Dykes, 73, of Peebles, passed away Wednesday, April 25, at his residence.

He was born in Cincinnati, on October 22, 1938 the son of the late King and Mae (Sexton) Dykes.

David attended Solid Rock Ministries and was a U.S. Army Veteran.

He is survived by his wife Helen (Hollowpeter) Dykes of Peebles, whom he married on March 29, 1971, three sons Jr Dykes, of Manchester, John Dykes of Peebles and Tim Dykes of Peebles; five daughters Tabby Harris, Annie Davidson, of Kentucky, Bonnie Steward of Peebles, Patty Hudson of Kentucky and Roxana Plank of Winchester; 18 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 28, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles with Pete Higginbottom and Jack Arrasmith officiating.

Memorials may be made to Helen Dykes, 2828 Stoney Road Peebles, Ohio 45660.

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

Walter S. Bunn, Jr.

Walter S. Bunn, Jr., 77, of Winchester, passed away Tuesday, April 24, at Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center.

He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 6, 1934 the son of the late Walter S. and Lila (Woolbert) Bunn.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one granddaughter.

Walter attended the Winchester United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Emily (Friis) Bunn, three sons and daughters-in-law Ed and Angie Bunn of Winchester, Kirk and Paula Bunn of Winchester, Brad and Michelle Bunn of Medina; one daughter Hollie Bunn of Batesville, Indiana; 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 27, at 2:00 p.m. at the Winchester United Methodist Church with Rev. John Waugh officiating. Burial will follow in the Winchester Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 644 Linn Street Suite 1026 Cincinnati, Ohio 45203.

Wallace-Thompson Funeral Homes, Bradford-Sullivan Chapel in Winchester is in charge of the arrangements.

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

Susan Baker Booher

Susan Baker Booher, 57, of West Union, died Sunday April 22, 2012 at the Eagle Creek Nursing Center. Mrs. Booher was born October 13, 1954 the daughter of the late Thomas and Ruby(Cross) Conley in Adams County.

Survivors include her daughter Melissa Whitley and husband John, one son Michael Baker and wife Jessica of Seaman; three step children Amanda Booher of Maysville, Kentucky, Derrick Booher of Blanchester and David Booher of Hammersville; three sisters Patty White of West Union, Donna Gilpin of Seaman, Kim Quick of Seaman; three brothers Bob Conley of West Union, Johnny Conley of Indiana; Sam Conley of Seaman; four grandchildren John David Whitley, Virginia Whitley, Jessica Whitely and Annabelle Baker; six step grandchildren Landen Martin, Zaida Walton, Kara Waits Booher, Connor Burton, Blake Burton and Kody Burton.

Mrs. Booher was cremated.

The Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union, is serving the family.

Memorials can be made to the family of Susan Baker Booher at any 5/3 Bank.

Friends and Family may sign Mrs. Booher’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Donald Gene Cofer

Donald Gene Cofer, 75, of West Union, died Monday, April 23, at Hospice of Hope OhioValley Inpatient Center. He was born March 3, 1937 in Rio Grande. He was preceded in death by parents Elmerand Almeda (Moore) Cofer.

He is survived by wife, Marcia Kay (Swayne)Cofer of West Union; three daughters Susan (Jim) Altman of Aberdeen, Dawn Marie (Bill) Meadows of New Richmond, Elizabeth (Bob) Henry of Hamersville; one step daughter Kathy (Bill) Knauff of West Union; two step sons David (Lea) Fulton of Hillsboro, Rick (Judy) Fulton of West Union; three sisters Juanita Cofer, Ann Finn and Alma Banks all of Columbus; 23 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

He was an Insurance Adjuster for 32 years having retired with Ohio Casualty Insurance Company in Hamilton, after 24 years of service and was a member of Adams County Chamber of Commerce. He served in the US Army and was a member of the American Legion Young-Moore Post 100 in West Union.

Memorial contributions, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley,215 Hughes Blvd., Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154. Mr. Cofer donated his body to the Departments of Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy at the University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine.

A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, May 5, at 2:00 p.m. at the Winchester Church of Christ in Christian Union.

Pastor Dan Harrison will officiate.

Adams County Honor Guard will perform a military service.

Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union is serving the family.

Rhonda W. (Rigdon) Carter

Rhonda W. (Rigdon) Carter, 50, of Manchester, died Tuesday, April 24, at home. She was born October 19, 1961, in West Union. She was preceded in death by parents: John and Faye (Guthrie) Rigdon.

She is survived by husband John Kenneth Carter, son Dylan (Emily) Carter of Owingsville; two daughters Tasha (Derek Hurley) Carter of Manchester, Taylor Carter of Manchester; brother in law Richard Brown of Manchester; sister Johnna (Randy) Eldridge of Manchester; five grandchildren Delaney “Laney” Young, Eric Hurley, Kaylee “KK” Carter, Kiah and Marcus; special friends Tom and Elvara Shiveley; many uncles, aunts, nephews and nieces.

She was a small business owner of a carpet installation company with her husband for 30 years.

She was a member of New Beginning Church.

She was a 1979 graduate of Manchester High School.

Memorial donations may be made to The New Beginning Church, 36 West Second Street , Manchester, Ohio 45144, The funeral service was Friday, April 27, at Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. Rev. Dale Little officiated.

The interment was at the Kirker Cemetery in Liberty Township in Adams County.

Floyd Robert Burns, Jr.

Floyd Robert Burns, Jr. died Sunday, April 22, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center. He was born in Adams County, OH on February 10, 1930 to the late Floyd E. Burns Sr. and Gertrude “Parr” Luntz Stephenson.

He served as a Truck Driver in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired in 1995 from the Adams County Ohio Valley Local School District where he worked as a Custodian and Broiler Maker.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Flora Burns, who died September 27, 1987.

He is survived by his son Malcolm Burns of Manchester, his sister Rosa Mae Rolph of Nome, TX, half brother John Burns of Albemarle, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

He is also survived by a special friend Luverna Nehus who cared for him for a number of years.

Funeral services were Wednesday, April 25 at the Wilson Home for Funerals.

Burial followed at the Manchester Cemetery.

Military services will be provided by the Adams County Honor Guard.

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

The Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities regular meeting will be Thursday, May 10, at 6:30 p.m. at Venture Productions.

Moore's Chapel Youth Visit A.C. Manor On Good Friday, April 6, the youth of Moore's Chapel met in the Fellowship Hall and made final touches on the 'Jesus Gives Us New Life' flower pots that were presented to area residents that are now residing at the Adams County Manor. Those who went to the Manor were: Miranda, Levi and Kaylee Goodwin, Jessica Sparks, Erin and Ashley Ross,Rheanna Montavose, Michelle and Judy Grooms.

Manchester Bicycle Day a Success

Pictured is children enjoying the road course.

Charles Austin Michael Huron

Charles Austin Michael Huron, 18, of Manchester, passed away Wednesday April 25, 2012 at University of Kentucky Medical.

Austin was born August 8, 1993 in Maysville to Luke Huron and Tonya Hostetler.

He was a graduate of Ripley Union Lewis Huntington High School.

Survivors include his parents Luke (Heidi) Huron of Manchester and Tonya Hostetler of Maysville; two brothers Nicholas Huron and Declan Huron; one sister Macy Huron; his maternal grandmother Donna (Charles) Tucker of Georgia; his paternal grandmother Mary Helen Huron, of Maysville; a stepgrandfather Richard Brown; aunts Jackeline Espinoza and Tina Rymer; uncles John Michael Huron and John Highfield both of Maysville and Dustin Hostetler of Cincinnati; along with many other aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Charles "Mike" Huron Austin’s family will be receiving friends and family on Wednesday May 2, at the Brell & Son Funeral Home from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. with closing remarks and prayers at 8:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Austin Huron Memorial Fund at US Bank in Maysville or Fifth Third Bank in Manchester.

Funeral Directory Lafferty

Funeral Home Inc.

John R. Lafferty, Owner & Manager Established 1848 205 S. Cherry St., West Union, Ohio

937-544-2121

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

937-544-2133

Wilson

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

937-549-3363

www.wilsonhomeforfunerals.com

Monuments Peebles Monument Company

172 N. Main St., Peebles, Ohio 45660

937-587-2210

236 N. Market St., West Union, Ohio 45693

937-544-2931 Holsinger Monument & Rock Engraving

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Pictured is MPD K9 Officer Peters and Djanga as they display a bite on Councilman Skip Wagner.

In a coordinated effort between the Village of Manchester and the Manchester Police Department the Bicycle Safety Day was a success. Children had safety checks on their bikes with maintenance performed. The driving course was enjoyed by children of all ages. Literature was past out and free gifts to all the children in attendance.

K-9 Officer Peters and Djanga performed a scenario re-enactment with Councilman Skip Wagner. Officer Peters showed the remote controlled door and attack commands.

Mayor Troy A. Jolly wishes to thank Police Chief Bruce Troutman, Officer Peters, Officer Bowling, Officer Marino Councilman Bob Hilderbrand, Councilman Roy Carpenter and Councilman Skip Wagner for their assistance at the event.

Winners for the day were Chris Walters LED Lights, Nicholas Furnish helment, Alex Walters helment and Austin Crothers $10.00.

Adams County Health Department 923 Sunrise Ave., West Union 544-5547

Immunization Clinic Thursday, May 3 1:00 4:00 p.m.

Hearing Clinic Wednesday, May 2, from 9:00 a.m. - noon. Ages birth to 21 with hearing problems. An appointment is necessary. Call the office to schedule. Dr. Steven Woodruff, a BCMH provider will be the physician attending.

Doctors Clinic Friday, May 4 Hope Van Schedule Tuesday, May 1, Winchester 9:00 -11:30 a.m.

Cherry Fork, 12:00 - 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 3, Wheat Ridge 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, May 8, Blue Creek, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

During the month of May visit the Hope Van at any of the stops and get a free packet of flowers.

Ross Grocer y 309 W. 4th Street Manchester 549-4580 K.B. Bologna . . . .$1.19 Lb. Kahn’s Bologna . .$2.59 Lb. Turkey Breast . . .$2.59 Lb. Ham & Cheese . .$3.39 Lb. Ham . . . . . . . . . . .$2.59 Lb.

Ohio Valley School District Breakfast Monday, April 30 3 WG French Toast Sticks w/dip Tuesday, May 1 Pancake Sausage Wrap Wednesday, May 2 Super Donut and Cheese Pack Thursday, May 3 Cook's Choice Friday, May 4 Egg and Cheese Omelet, 1 WW Toast Slice Monday, May 7 Super Donut, Graham Crackers Tuesday, May 8 Cook's Choice Elementary Lunch Monday, April 30 Chicken Strips w/breadstick, Steamed Carrots, Applesauce Tuesday, May 1 Hot and Ham Cheese, Steamed Mixed Vegetables, Petite Banana and Fresh Baked Cake Wednesday, May 2 Cook's Choice Thursday, May 3 Nacho Scoops w/lettuce, tomato, cheese and salsa, Steamed Corn, Peaches Friday, May 4 Cheesy Breadstick w/marinara sauce, Steamed Green Beans, Mandarin Oranges w/blueberries Monday, May 7 Hamburger Deluxe, Baked Crispy Potatoes and Fruit Cocktail Tuesday, May 8 Chicken Nuggets w/breadstick, Steamed Broccoli w/cheese, Hot Cinnamon Apples High School Lunch Monday, April 30 General Tso w/steamed Rice and cookie, Stir Fry Vegetables, Mandarin Oranges w/blueberries Tuesday, May 1 Popcorn Chicken w/breadstick, Steamed Green Beans, Fruit Cocktail Wednesday, May 2 Deli Wrap w/lettuce and tomato, Steamed Peas, Pears Thursday, May 3 Nachos w/lettuce, tomato, cheese, sour cream and salsa, Corn on the Cob, Fresh Apple Slices Friday, May 4 Cook's Choice Monday, May 7 Club Sandwich w/lettuce and tomato, Cook's Choice Vegetable, Cook's Choice Fruit Tuesday, May 8 Cook's Choice

Manchester Local School District Breakfast Monday, April 30 Cook's Choice Tuesday, May 1 Egg and Cheese Wrap Wednesday, May 2 Cinnamon Toast Thursday, May 3 Sausage Pancake Wrap Friday, May 4 Cook's Choice Monday, May 7 Egg n Cheese on Mini Roll Tuesday, May 8 Yogurt w/Graham Cracker Elementary Lunch Monday, April 30 Mozzarella Sticks w/Sauce or Pizza Steak Hoagie, Baby Carrots and Applesauce Tuesday, May 1 Ravioli w/meat or Chicken Nuggets, Toss Salad, Fruit Cup or Garlic Bread Wednesday, May 2 Soft Taco w/meat or Hot Ham Sandwich, Lettuce and Cheese, Trail Mix, Fun Size Doritos Thursday, May 3 Variety Pizza or Cook's Choice, Seasoned Corn, Apple Half, Chocolate Chip Cookie Friday, May 4 Sloppy Jo or Fish Sandwich, Oven Fries, Cole Slaw Monday, May 7 Chicken Patty or Rib-AQue, Steamed Peas, Fresh Fruit, Carnival Crunch Tuesday, May 8 Baked Corndog or Cook's Choice, Oven Fries, Fresh Fruit, Rice Krispie Treat High School Lunch Monday, April 30 Mozzarella Sticks w/Sauce, Pizza Steak Hoagie or Cook's Choice, Baby Carrots, Applesauce or lettuce, tomato, pickle Tuesday, May 1 Ravioli w/meat and cheese, Chicken Nuggets or Cheeseburger, Toss Salad, Fruit Cup or Green Beans Wednesday, May 2 Soft Taco w/meat, Hot Ham or Turkey and Cheese, lettuce, tomato, salsa, Fruit or Steamed Vegetables Thursday, May 3 Pepperoni Pizza, Cook's Choice or Bosco Sticks w/sauce, Fresh Veggies w/dip, Applesauce Cup or Fruit Choice Friday, May 4 Sloppy Jo, Fish, Chicken Patty, Oven Baked Fries, Cole Slaw, Fruit Cup Choice Monday, May 7 Chicken Patty, Rib-A-Que or Cook's Choice, Sweet Potatoes, Fresh Fruit, Garden Salad Tuesday, May 8 Baked Corndog or Cook's Choice, Oven Fries, Fresh Fruit, Vegetable Choice

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Senior Citizens Council MAY IS OLDER AMERICANS MONTH! During this month Ohio joins the country in recognizing not only the rich heritage our elders have given us, but also the contributions they continue to make. It’s a good opportunity to reach out to older Ohioans, to show off their achievements and to celebrate the many talents of our Senior Citizens. Our annual All County Senior Citizens Day will be held Tuesday, May 15th at the Adams County fairgrounds beginning at 10 am!! If you’ve been there before I know you’ll want to come back, if you’ve never attended – you don’t know what you’re missing! All seniors are invited! It’s a covered dish, carry-in with lots of fun and excitement planned for your enjoyment by our hosts, the North Adams Senior Citizens Club. Mark your calendars now; you don’t want to miss it! TAKE NOTE: The West Union Senior Club will not be having a regular meeting in May due to the all-county celebration.

Another new activity happening at the Senior Center! Beginning on May 21st, and on the 3rd Monday each month from 1 – 4 pm we will be starting a knitting class! If you’re a knitter and you’d like to get together with others to pick up tips and ideas – don’t miss this class! If you’d like to learn how to knit – here’s your chance! It’s never too late to start a new hobby to keep your hands and mind busy. It’s a beautiful, ageold hobby handed down through the years! For more information, give us a call at 544-3979.

H O M E S T E A D EXEMPTION: If you are

65 years of age or older or totally disabled and you own your own home and live in it, then you are eligible for this discount on your property tax.

Applications may be picked up at the county auditor’s office and must be completed and returned by the first Monday in June to be eligible for the tax year.

Applications for mobile homes are also available. For more information, stop by or call the auditor’s office at 5442364.

Looking ahead to June 18, 2012 we’re going on a 15-day, 4 Island (Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Hawaii) tour to HAWAII ! A real memory maker! Cost: $2788.00 per person, double occupancy. For info, call 5443979.

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

Each Tues. & Thurs. 10-11 am is Gentle Chair Yogi Class. Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 pm is “Movie & Popcorn” time.

The Scrappy Quilters Club meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays from 10 am – 3 pm. Thursday from 12:30 – 3:30 we have card games. On the 2nd Friday at 11 am GENESIS comes to check blood pressures/blood sugars.

Other Fridays at 10:30 am, Donna, agency nurse, checks blood pressures.

We welcome volunteers to help with any activities you might be interested in doing. Your involvement and input helps us to serve you better. Call 544-3979 or drop by the Senior Center and visit with us.

Services and activities are FREE. It’s YOUR Senior Center. We want YOU to enjoy it!

HEALTH TIPS FOR EVERYDAY: * Eat Breakfast: Breakfast is essential for brain stamina and weight control. With the graband-go items we have today there is no reason to miss out on your morning meal. * Move it! Take a short walk, dance around the house, or play with the grandkids. Any movement is better than none. * Listen up: Soothing music can relieve stress and promote sleep. Upbeat music can boost your mood and energy. * Eat right: Fruits and vegetables provide fiber and essential vitamins for heart, skin and anti-aging benefits. * Sleep tight: We underestimate the impact that lack of sleep has on our minds and bodies. It can cause concentration problems, irritation, depression, anxiety, headaches and other ailments.

The average, healthy adult requires 6-8 hours of sleep each night.

None of the above is expensive or requires a lot of equipment. So…to stay healthy - take care of yourself HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) a federally funded program to help low-income Ohioans meet the high cost of winter home heating bills. We place emphasis on reaching the elderly and/or disabled. If you need assistance with your STATE HEAP application, call us at 544-3979.

Certain guidelines must be met to qualify. State Heap ends on May 31st.

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Cuffs and Collars Field reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife Officers Northeast Ohio During the spring turkey season, Tuscarawas County Wildlife Officer Wade Dunlap received information that a turkey hunter had killed a coyote which had a radio tracking collar fastened around its neck. After obtaining the collar, Officer Dunlap and Wildlife Investigator Brett Barnes determined that it was not being used for research by any official agency, but more likely attached by a coyote hunter for dog training purposes.

Through the course of the investigation Officer Dunlap learned the identity of a trapper in Tuscarawas County who was snaring and holding live coyotes.

He would then notify an operator of a local hunting store in Coshocton County who would find an outlet for the animals. This information led to another suspect, an owner of a high fence hunting preserve in Holmes County, who would charge individuals to pursue the wild coyotes inside the enclosure. The animals were transported to the preserve, collared and released inside the pen. Several commercially propagated coyotes were also placed inside the preserve. Sometimes these animals escaped from the enclosure and in two cases killed livestock as well as the landowner’s dog. At the conclusion of the investigation six different subjects were cited in both Tuscarawas and Holmes counties for their involvement. Charges included possessing furbearing animals without a permit, failing to keep accurate propagator records, failing to report the escape of a dangerous animal, and failing to immediately kill a furbearing animal upon locating it in a trap.

Following their court appearances, the subjects paid over $2,000 dollars in fines and costs and were required to perform 90 hours of community service in Tuscarawas County.

In lieu of 210 days in the Holmes County jail, the hunting preserve owner was placed on probation and prohibited from possessing coyotes during that time.

Northwest Ohio During the 2011 deer gun season Paulding County Wildlife Officer Duane Bailey and Field Supervisor Bob Radcliff responded to a complaint of someone shooting at, and killing, a deer from a pick-up truck. As they

arrived in the area of the complaint, they found two men sitting in a truck that matched the description they had been given. The truck was parked on the road adjacent to a field where a deer lay dead. An investigation determined that one of the men shot the deer as it was about to cross the road. He also claimed the deer was already injured and that he only put it down out of mercy. Both men were cited for hunting with the aid of a motor vehicle and the shooter was additionally charged with failing to attach his temporary tag to the deer. Both men later entered guilty pleas to the charges in the Paulding County Court and paid fines and costs totaling $603. The dead deer, which the officers had seized as evidence, was forfeited to the Division of Wildlife. It

was processed and donated to the Paulding County Chapter of Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry.

Southwest Ohio While working the 2010 Spring Turkey Season in Darke County, Wildlife Officer Jeff Wenning, received and anonymous tip that there was an individual hunting wild turkeys while possessing two hunting implements. While patrolling the area Wenning discovered a truck parked near a wooded lot. Officer Wenning exited his vehicle and proceeded to check the perimeter of the lot searching for the hunter. While doing so he could hear someone inside the wooded lot using a hen call to entice a tom turkey into shooting range. Carefully, Officer Wenning entered the lot and listened for the hunter to continue to call.

After determining the approximate location of the hunter he started walking in the hunter’s direction. When he spotted the hunter he identified himself and asked the hunter to put down his shotgun.

While speaking with the hunter, Officer Wenning established that the hunter was there by himself and that he was hunting wild turkeys. After a closer look at the area around the hunter, Officer Wenning discovered a .22 caliber magnum rifle. When he inquired of the hunter as to the purpose of the second hunting implement the hunter replied “It is for the coyotes.” Officer Wenning explained to the hunter that it was illegal to possess two hunting implements while hunting wild turkeys. The hunter was issued a summons for the violation. He later pled no contest in the Darke County Municipal Court and was subsequently found guilty.

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Politics & Government 2 Key pieces of Legislation Passes in House Bills achieve better veteran outreach and fund drug treatment program in Southern Ohio State Representative Terry Johnson (R) has announced the passage of various legislation leading to improved services for veterans as well as a drug treatment pilot program in Scioto County to combat opiate addiction.

House Bill 490 enables county veteran service officers to be certified and trained to access discharge forms (DD-214s), which are required to obtain veteran benefits and services. If a veteran does not have his or her DD-214, processing of disability claims or application for benefits is often delayed. In addition, county veteran service officers will be better enabled to detect fraudulent DD-214s to ensure all honorably discharged veterans receive the services to which they are entitled.

In addition, House Bill 490 fulfills the Ohio GI Promise. The spouse or dependents of a veteran who is deceased, regardless of the location of the death, will be eligible for in-state tuition if they are living in Ohio on the first day of their enrollment.

“I am very pleased to see this bill move through the House,” said Johnson.

“This legislation provides the Veterans Service Commission with the tools they need to find these veterans and meet their needs. I was honored to have chaired the committee that speedily moved this bill through the process, and I’m excited to see this bill pass.”

House Bill 487, which passed the House on Wednesday, contained a provision Guest Column that directs the State Department of Alcohol Representative and Drug Addiction Terry Johnson services to create pilot R-Ohio project in Franklin and Scioto counties for the use of a non-addictive opiate treatment with the voluntary cooperation of individuals in the criminal justice system. Johnson had these words regarding the program: “This bill funds a pilot project for a new opiate drug treatment called Vivitrol.

Unlike other treatments that are also opiate derivatives, this one does not bear the risk of addiction. I am delighted to see that Scioto County has been chosen as one of two sites for this program. We have a long way to go in the treatment of addiction, and this helps our effort.”

Legislation to Improve Veteran Services in Ohio State Representative Danny Bubp (R) has announced that the Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 490, which will benefit Ohio’s veteran community by improving the state’s veteran services.

House Bill 490 enables county veteran service officers to be certified and trained to access discharge forms (DD-214s), which are required to receive access to veteran benefits and services. If a veteran does not have access to his or her DD214, processing of disability claims or application for benefits is often delayed. In addition, county veteran service officers will be better enabled to detect fraudulent DD-214s to ensure all honorably discharged veterans receive the services to which they are entitled.

In addition, House Bill 490 fulfills the Ohio GI Promise. The spouse or dependents of a veteran who is deceased, regardless of the location of the death, will be eligible for in-state tuition if they are liv-

ing in Ohio on the first day of their enrollment.

“It is necessary to improve our state’s veteran services to ensure that these honorable men and women have access to the best possible care,” stated Bubp. “House Bill 490 sends a clear message that taking care of veterans and their families is a priority in our state.”

Additional GUEST COLUMN changes in House Bill R e p r e s e n t a t i v e 490 include the expansion of the Danny Bubp Veterans Advisory R-Ohio Council to provide a voice for the National Guard and the ability for the Department of Veterans Services to publish electronic notices.

House Bill 490 is a component of the mid-biennium review based on recommendations by Governor John Kasich and the Ohio Department of Veterans Services to the Ohio House of Representatives.

Having passed from the House, House Bill 490 will now be sent to the Ohio Senate for further consideration.

Contacting your government Auditor David Gifford 544-2364

County Court Judge Alan W. Foster 544-5251

Clerk of Courts Gary Gardner 544-2344

Member of Congress Second District – Ohio Jean Schmidt 740-354-1440

County Commissioners Roger Rhonemus Brian Baldridge Justin Cooper 544-3286 Engineer David Hook 544-2943 Prosecuting Attorney David Kelley 544-3600 Recorder Mark Tolle 544-5051 Sheriff Kimmy Ray Rogers 544-2314 Treasurer Lisa A. Newman 544-2317 Judge – Court of Common Pleas Brett Spencer 544-2921

United States Senator – Ohio Senior Senator Sherrod Brown (202) 224-2315 Junior Senator Rob Portman (202) 224-3353 Office of the Governor John R. Kasich (614) 466-3555 State Senator Tom Niehaus 614-466-8082 State Representative Danny R. Bubp 88th House District 614-644-6034 State Representative Dr. Terry Johnson 89th House District (614) 466-2124

Postal Reform Bill "At a time of trillion-dollar deficits and a record $15 trillion debt, Congress must at the very least live by the spending restraint rules just put in place."

U.S. Sen. Rob Portman (R) issued the following statement on his vote against a bill to reform the U.S. Postal Service (USPS): “The Post Office closures have been tough for a lot of hardworking Ohio postal employees and the communities they serve. Unfortunately, USPS as currently structured is losing billions of dollars every year, and it must be reformed to preserve this important public service

while restoring long-term fiscal sustainability.

“While I believe that reforms must be made, I cannot support this version of the bill because it violates the U.S. Senator Budget Control Act Rob Portman Congress passed last August. At a time of trillion-dollar deficits and a record $15 trillion debt, Congress must at the very least live by the spending restraint rules just put in place. If Washington continues to kick the can down the road, our children and grandchildren will be forced to deal with the consequences of Congress’ inability to make difficult decisions.”

Buy-Here-Pay-Here Used Car Dealers...AG Issues Consumer Warning Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced last week pending lawsuits against Keep It Moving Auto of Cleveland and Auto Finance/Auto Finance South of Columbus. The lawsuits charge the dealerships and their owners with multiple violations of Ohio's consumer laws.

"In both of these cases, we found blatant violations of consumer financing laws," Attorney General DeWine said. "The purchases were often one-sided, heavily favoring the dealer and lacking required disclosures."

According to the Attorney General, "buyhere-pay-here" dealers are used motor vehicle dealers that offer consumers financing directly through the dealerships. Such dealerships often cater to lower-income consumers and charge high interest rates.

Keep It Moving Auto, Inc. is a used motor vehicle dealer with locations at 8941 Broadway Ave. in Cleveland and 8948 SR 14 in Streetsboro.

After several consumers filed complaints against the business, the Attorney General's office discovered numerous violations with the dealer, such as failing to notify consumers of payment due dates, failing

Rollback and Disclosure Act, and Certificate of Motor Vehicle Title Law. A second lawsuit, filed in the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, charges Auto Finance LLC, Auto Finance South, and owners Donald G. O'Connell and Christopher Allison Guest Column with multiple violations Mike DeWine of Ohio's Retail Ohio Attorney Installment Sales Act, General Consumer Sales R-Ohio Practices Act, and Certificate of Motor Vehicle Title Act. In the last two to notify consumers of the years, the Ohio Attorney total cost of credit, and General's Office has including an acceleration received more than 50 clause for consumers who complaints against Auto defaulted, meaning the Finance of 3178 Cleveland total amount consumers Ave. or Auto Finance owed would be due imme- South of 1414 Parsons diately without notice to Ave., both in Columbus. consumers.

According to the Attorney The Attorney General's General, the business lawsuit, filed in the failed to give consumers Portage County Court of proper disclosures about Common Pleas, charges their financing and failed Keep It Moving Auto, to obtain certificates of owner Ronnie Simmons title in the time required by Jr., and employee Chester law, among other violaLeonard with violations of tions.

Ohio's Retail Installment In both lawsuits, the Sales Act, Consumer Sales Attorney General seeks Practices Act, Odometer injunctive relief, civil penalties, and consumer restitution.

"Consumers need to understand their full financial obligations when buying from a buy-here-payhere dealer," DeWine said.

"In some cases, consumers' vehicles are repossessed within days or weeks of the purchase because the dealer didn't clearly disclose when their payments were due."

Mon.-Wed. 8 am to 5 pm

937-386-9927

Fri. 8 am to 5:30 pm Sat. 8 am to 4 pm Closed Thursday and Sunday

Adams County Democrat Club 41st Annual

Fundraising Dinner Friday, May 4, 2012 Social Time: 6:00 p.m.

Dinner: 7:00 p.m.

Ohio Valley Career & Technical Center 175 Lloyd Road Speakers:

Frances Strickland Obama for America Campaign

Liz Brown daughter of U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown

Contact a Democratic Central Committee Member or Judy Peterson, Club President at 549-3649 Reserve your tickets by April 30th Adult Tickets: $10.00 Children 12 and under: $5.00

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

DeWine offers consumers the following tips: Get everything in writing. Take your time to read the contract When financing, ask about payment schedules.

Make sure you understand when the payments are due and obtain a receipt each time you make a payment.

Find out the total amount you will pay for the car if you finance.

Make certain all parts of the contract are completed.

Do not sign a contract that has blank spaces for finance or other terms.

Research a dealership's reputation. Check with the Ohio Attorney General's Office and the Better Business Bureau before doing business with a dealership.

Watch for "auto refinancing" scams.

The Federal Trade Commission recently took action against businesses that made false promises to lower consumers' auto loan payments. Ohioan should be wary of businesses that make such promises.

Consumers who believe they have been treated unfairly should file a complaint with the Ohio Attorney General's Office a t www.OhioAttorneyGenera l.gov or by calling 800282-0515.

Copies of the lawsuits against Keep It Moving and Auto Finance LLC can be found on the Ohio Attorney General's website.

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West Union Mayor's Court Active Bench Warrants West Union Christopher Young Angela Lewis Lastina Shelton Jessie Adkins Bryan Bradford Rodney Freeman Aaron Hall Daniel Land Angela Lewis Brian Long Jennifer Nesbit Kelly Palazzi Rebecca Strange Gary Sutterfield Jr. Steven Taylor Larry Ward Meaghan April Brauer John Caseltine Bobby Cortijo Ernest Crawford Patricia Dennard Kasey Harper Howard Horsley Ron Horsley Jr. Deborah Kiefer Phyllis Lay Corey Mack Casaundra Mays Marie Moore Aaron Ramey Tasha Richmond Ronald Rigdon Rena Walls Sirk Steven Thatcher Josh Corrill Jennifer Nesbit Joseph Doucet Jr.

Seaman George Broughton Jim Gibson Jade Dustin Moore

Patricia Phillips Sheena Rife Michael Shutt Gary Rigdon

Peebles Craig Bracken Victoria Bumgardner Devan Letcher Clark Schivaun Crothers Alfreda Dozier Donny Hayslip Homer Nelson III Reagon Perry Amanda Reid Dustin Schneider

Winchester Jessie Creighton Nicholas Dawson Teddy Neal

Manchester Alyssa Wiles Darrell Baldwin James Bloomfield Carey Bohn Mary Boyer Rickey Brown Amanda Brumley William Brumley Wesley Conn Tammy Daley David Dolloukas Brandi Gilkison Crystal Gloss Andrew Hughes Brandon Hughes Jeffrey Johnson Angelo Kennedy Robert King Brandon Layne Margaret Murray Marie Phillips

Stout Michalea Setty Candace Blevins Courtney Brown Jonathan Campbell Derrick Poe Jeremie Nelson Lynx Marlene Spencer Lisa Bender David Whitling Blue Creek Aaron Newkirk Venisha Hammonds Wendy Meade Dustin Ramey Brenda Scott Tammy Smith Melissa Hodge Otway Kenneth Carver Jr. Daniel Bragg Clarissa Hersman Ripley Sandra Herrman

Ohio Valley Extension Education Research Area

Sara Sullivan Tammie Sentney Aberdeen Joseph Workman James Bare Diamond Hale Connie Heflin Tony Hutchison Michelle Ishmael Russellville Jessica Fitzpatrick Decatur Doris Cook Georgetown William Broyles David Jacobs Tasia Jones Julie McKinney Jeremy Spires Bethel Mckinley Brock Mt. Orab Julie Browning Portsmouth Rhonda Adkins Charles Congiliard Andrea Hammonds Angel Marcum Rebecca Moore Tracy Rister Raymond Stiltner

Jokes of the week by George Hey Stew, Did you hear abot the thief who stole the calender?

Lou said, "No, I didn't."

Stew said, "He got 12 months for it!"

I'm not going to vacuum until Sears makes one you can ride on!

As a rule anything that is shouted or whispered isn't worth hearing.

George Perry

From The Kitchen Of Pat Wylie RecipeLayered Salad

Tuna

1 1/2 c. Mayonnaise 1/4 c. bottled Italian Salad Dressing 1 tblsp. finely chopped onion 2 tsp. chopped fresh dill or 1/2 tsp. dried dill 2 c. shredded lettuce 2 c. seashell macaroni, cooked and drained 1/2 c. sliced pimientostuffed olives 2 c. chopped onions 2 c. sliced cucumbers 2 (7-oz.) cans tuna, drained and flaked Paprika Chopped fresh parsley In advance: Combine mayonnaise, Italian Salad Dressing, Onion and dill in bowl. Mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least two hours.

In a clear bowl, layer lettuce, macaroni, plives, tomatoes, cucumbers and

Pat Wylie, Sandy Baker, Casey Rutledge & Stacy Kinhalt COSMETOLOGIST tuna. Cover and refrigerate.

To serve: Cover entire surface of salad with mayonnaise mixture. Sprinkle with paprika and chopped parsley. Makes 6 servings.

Helpful Hint "Plants that Repell Pests in your Garden" Savory - This herb is the protector of String Beans.

Tansy - Plant near

grapevines, blackberry and raspberry patches. Also place a clump near outside doors to repel flies.

Mint - Mice and ants hate it.

Basil - One of the greater fly repellents.

Yarrow - Moth repellent and so is rosemary.

Wormwood - Reputed to keep dogs and other animals out of your yard and garden.

Marigolds - Deer and rabbits won't touch them.

Carpenter Bees They look like Bumble Bees and they are flying thick around barns and sheds right now. Here is some information on these Carpenter Bees and how to deal with them. This information comes from an OSU Extension Factsheet written

by Dr. Susan Jones.

Carpenter bees are so named because they excavate galleries in wood to create nest sites. They do not consume wood. Rather, they feed on pollen and nectar.

Carpenter bees are important pollinators of flowers and trees. Carpenter bees typically are just nuisance pests that cause cosmetic rather than structural damage to wood. Nonetheless, considerable wood damage can result from many generations of carpenter bees enlarging existing galleries in wood.

Carpenter bees are solitary insects that do not form colonies. Male and female carpenter bees overwinter as adults within their old nest gallery. Adults emerge in the spring (April and early May) and mate. There is one generation per year.

The males are not long lived, and the female carpenter bee prepares the nest.

Gallery construction is a time- and energy-consuming process, and the female will preferentially refurbish an old nest rather than excavate a new one. When constructing a new nest, the female uses her strong jaws (mandibles) to excavate a clean-cut, round nest entrance hole on the lateral surface of wood in an exposed or unexposed location. This hole is slightly less than 1/2-inch wide, approximately the diameter of her body. She bores into the wood perpendicular to the grain for one to two inches then makes a right angle turn (~90?) and excavates along the wood grain for four to six inches to create a gallery (tunnel). She excavates the gallery at the rate of about one inch in six days.

The female bee creates a series of provisioned brood cells in the excavated gallery.

The larval provision consists of a mixture of pollen and regurgitated nectar formed into a ball. The female forms a food ball at the far end of an excavated gallery, lays an egg on top of the mass, and then walls off the brood cell with a plug of chewed wood pulp. A female often creates six to 10 partitioned brood cells in a linear row in one gallery, and she dies soon thereafter. Larvae feed on the pollen/nectar food mass, which is sufficient food for them to develop to the adult stage.

The life cycle (egg, larva, pupa, adult) is completed in approximately seven weeks, although developmental time may vary

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to wood initially is minor, and carpenter bees seldom cause consequential structural damage. However, their repeated colonization of the same wood can eventually cause considerable wood damage. Carpenter bees preferentially refurbish and enlarge an existing tunnel instead of boring a new one, and a gallery can extend for 10 feet if used by many carpenter bees over the years.

Carpenter bees sometimes construct new tunnels near old ones, with infestations persisting for several years. This complex system of tunnels can result in extensive damage to wood. Wood replacement is necessary DAVID DUGAN when the strength of Guest Column structural members, Extension Educator, posts, poles, and other ANR and Ohio wood products is Valley EERA reduced due to carpenter bee damage.

depending on the temperature. The new adults typically remain in their gallery for several weeks then chew through the cell partitions and venture outside in late August. They collect and store pollen in the existing galleries, but also spend much of their time just huddled together inside a gallery.

These new adults hibernate in galleries because they require shelter during the winter. They then emerge the following spring.

Carpenter bees nest in a wide range of softwoods and hardwoods, particularly if

the wood is weathered.

Eastern species of carpenter bees prefer softwoods such as cedar, redwood, cypress, pine, and fir. The bees can more easily tunnel through woods that are soft and that have a straight grain.

Western species of carpenter bees often nest in oak, eucalyptus, and redwood.

Carpenter bees attack structural timbers and other wood products, including fence posts, utility poles, firewood, arbors, and lawn furniture. In buildings, carpenter bees nest in bare wood near roof eaves and gables, fascia boards, porch ceilings, decks, railings, siding, shingles, shutters, and other weathered wood. These bees avoid wood that is well painted or covered with bark.

The carpenter bee entrance hole in wood may not necessarily be in an exposed area. For example, the inner lip of fascia boards is a common site of attack.

Nail holes, exposed saw cuts, and unpainted wood are attractive sites for the bees to start their excavations.

Carpenter bees create a nuisance by excavating round entry holes in wood and depositing yellowish to brownish streaks of excrement and pollen on surfaces below entry holes. They also produce coarse sawdust from their borings. The carpenter bee gallery system is confined within the wood and hence is not visible.

Carpenter bee damage

Prevention Keep all exposed wood surfaces well painted with a -polyurethane or oil-base paint to deter attack by carpenter bees. Periodically inspect painted surfaces, because the coatings will begin to deteriorate due to weathering, leaving exposed wood that the bees then can easily attack. Wood stains will not prevent damage.

Consider using aluminum, asbestos, asphalt, vinyl siding, and similar non-wood materials that are not damaged by carpenter bees. Seal existing gallery entrance holes to discourage carpenter bees that are looking for potential nesting sites.

For more information including insecticide treatments and other means of pest management go the factsheet at this address: http://ohioline.osu.edu/hygfact/2000/2074.html or stop by the OSU Ext. Office for a copy.

Classes to remember: Gardening Educational Classes it is open to the public May 17 Container Gardening. Classes taught

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Pesticide Testing is May 14 from noon until 4:00 p.m. at the Old Y Restaurant. You must register with ODA at http://pested.osu.edu or call (800) 282-1955.

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The Informer - Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - 7

Local Government Adams County Commissioners The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, April 16, 2012 with the following members present: Brian Baldridge and Justin Cooper.

Commissioner Roger Rhonemus was absent due to family illness. Clerk Diane Ward was also present.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

It was moved by Justin

Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the bills. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

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

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

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to recess at 8:56 a.m. in order for the board to attend the OVRDC 2nd Round Caucus meeting at the annex.

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Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to reconvene at 10:49 a.m. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the Adams County Metropolitan Housing Authority FSS Coordinator Grant application upon the request of Director James Bowman, III. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

The Adams-Clermont Solid Waste District board meeting was conducted at 10:51 a.m. Adams County Commissioners Brian Baldridge and Justin Cooper, Clermont County Commissioners Bob Proud and David Uible, Adams Clermont Solid Waste Director Paul Braasch, Clermont County Office of Environmental Quality Hannah Lubbers, Clermont

County Administrator Stephen Rabolt and AdamsBrown Recycling Director Dan Wickerham were present.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:15 p.m.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to recess at 1:15 p.m. in order for the board to attend the FY 2011 pre-audit meeting conducted by the Ohio Auditor of State Examiners at the annex.

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

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to reconvene at 2:25 p.m. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

The Investment Advisory Committee Quarterly meeting was conducted at 2:30 p.m. Vice Chairman Justin Cooper and Secretary Lisa Newman were present. Chairman Roger Rhonemus was absent due to a family illness. The state of Ohio is now requiring invest-

ment reports to be submitted on a monthly basis to Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel. Files will be sent to the treasurer to be posted on the internet on a monthly basis commencing in June.

The meeting adjourned at 2:44 p.m.

It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the FAA grant 3-39-01120811 Airfield Lighting Rehabilitation Pay Request #4 reimbursement in the amount of $10,829.00. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the JFS employee FMLA leave personnel action upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

Auditor David Gifford and Clerk of Courts Gary Gardner met with the board to discuss transfers.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by

Justin Cooper to change the meeting time of the regular meeting scheduled for May 14, 2012 from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Melody Myers met with the board to discuss budgetary issues within the Sheriff’s accounts.

Jail physician Dr. Larry Best met with the board to discuss a price rate increase for his liability insurance coverage.

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to sell obsolete equipment according to ORC Section 307.12 and enter into a contract with Sam Bolender Auction Services for the auction dated April 28, 2012 to be held at the Adams County Regional Water Company.

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

It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to adjourn at 4:08 p.m. Vote: Baldridge, yea, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, absent.

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HOMES FOR SALE HOMES R2 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1411 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, nat. gas furnace, C/A, 2-car det. garage with heat & A/C, 10x12 building. PRICE REDUCED TO $48,000.

R32 - PEEBLES - Frame home with vinyl siding, 1383 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, gas furnace plus elec. heat, , small barn, home is in need of repair. $35,000.

R4 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1020 SF living area, half finished full basement, 3 BR, 1 bath, living & family rooms, eat-in kitchen, gas furnace, heat pump, C/A, gas F/P, new windows, new floating floor, 1-car garage, fenced back yard. $84,900.

R38 – SEAMAN – Partial brick/vinyl sided home, 1188 SF living area plus full basement, 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, fuel oil furnace, C/A, F/P, hardwood floors, 2-car garage, 2 covered porches. PRICE REDUCED TO $102,900.

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 $37,900.

R14 – WEST UNION – Brick/vinyl sided home, 1136 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room eat-in kitchen with appliances, utility room, new elec. heat, new carpet, 1-cat att. garage, front porch, large back deck. PRICED REDUCED TO $72,500.

R16 – MANCHESTER – 2 apartments with 1 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen in each apt., elec. heat, city water/sewage.

Apartments rent for $100/week per apt. Property also has 2 mobile home hook-ups. $49,900.

R18 – WEST UNION – Newly remodeled brick/vinyl sided home, 1080 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, elec. furnace, county water, new flooring, carport, small barn. $74,900.

R19 – NEW LISTING – WEST UNION – 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding, 1915 SF living area, 3+ BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec.& nat.gas heat, C/A, covered front porch. $74,900.

R24 – PEEBLES – INVESTMENT PROPERTY – Vinyl sided home built in 2005 with 3 apartments totaling 2940 SF (980 SF for each apt.), each apt. has 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, city water/sewer, each apt. currently rents for $450 per month. PRICE REDUCED TO $130,000.

R26 – CHERRY FORK – Frame home with vinyl siding, 948 SF living area, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, gas furnace, heating stove, county water, enclosed back porch, 10x12 building, nice back yard, good space for garden. $31,000. MAKE OFFER. R30 – SEAMAN – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR (could be 3), 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with range, elec. heat, A/C, laminate flooring. Nice starter home or rental property in nice location. $39,500.

H34 – NEW LISTING – 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.

H16 - WEST UNION - 4.88 acres with newly remodeled frame home with vinyl siding, 2204 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, large kitchen with appliances, dining room, large laundry room, elec. furnace, heat pump, C/A, F/P, 1-car garage, 3 barns (40x40, 36x36, 40x24), pond. PRICE REDUCED TO $139,900. - MAKE OFFER.

R6 – WINCHESTER – Frame home featuring 3 BR, large bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances & new cabinets, large laundry room, elec. heat pump, C/A, 2-car garage, new 200 amp elec. service. PRICE REDUCED TO $74,900.

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, hardwood floors, city utilities, heat pump, nice .6 acre lot. $119,900.

H14 – PEEBLES – Frame home with vinyl siding remodeled in 2010, 1428 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, heat pump, fuel oil backup heat, C/A, 14x20 metal building, 12x20 apartment building finished all but plumbing with fuel oil furnace, carpet, laminate flooring. Property is 1.88 acres with creek, woods, 2 water taps. $79,900.

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.

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.

H18 - WEST UNION - 6.285 acres with 1997 DW with cedar siding, 1296 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, utility room, all appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, wood burning F/P, laminate flooring, new 24x18 det. garage, wrap-around deck, new metal roof, small barn, very nice location with view of Ohio Brush Creek. $99,000.

H22 – WEST UNION – 1997 DW, 1460 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec. furnace, C/A, public water, 2-car att. garage, front & back decks, nice location on 1 acre next to Adams Lake.

PRICE REDUCED TO $98,500.

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. $49,900.

HOMES WITH ACREAGE H2 - WEST UNION - Frame home with vinyl siding built in 2004, 1568 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, elec. furnace + wood stove tied into duct work, C/A, 28x40 det. garage with 14x40 lean-to, 12x14 shed. Home sets on 19.443 acres with approx 16 tillable acres & 2 1/2 acres of wood in very nice location. PRICE REDUCED TO $150,000.

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

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. $84,000.

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. $319,900.

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.

H26 – WEST UNION - 3.4 acres with 1995 Fleetwood home, 1072 SF living area, 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with dishwasher, elec. furnace, C/A, county water, 2-car garage, large front porch, covered back deck, horse barn, building enclosing hot tub, property has small stream and several fruit trees. PRICE REDUCED TO $74,900.

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.

H40 – WEST UNION - This spectacular custom built country home is surrounded by 38 pristine acres of woods & meadows that feature a meandering stream & lots of wildlife. The best craftsmen in the area constructed this spacious & immaculate home that includes 5 BR, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, 4 F/P, and a completely finished basement. Lots of wood flooring, cabinetry, crown molding, and stunning finish work can be seen throughout. This home is elegant, yet warn and charming and provides the opportunity to live in a private setting that is only minutes from the county seat. Nature lovers will appreciate the woods along the sparkling stream, swinging in the breeze on the oversized front porch, or simply basking in the sunroom on a lazy summer day. Your family will enjoy the peace and joy of living in the most beautiful and scenic county in Ohio. By the way---Bring all your stuff!---A two-car att. garage and a large 4-car garage with huge overhead attic solves all storage problems!

Impossible to completely describe---SEEING IS BUYING! $399,000.

H28 – WEST UNION – 5.3 acres with 1991 Palm Harbor mobile home (14x70), 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, new elec. furnace, county water, front porch & back deck, 2 small barns. $59,900.

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 – PEEBLES – 2.278 acres with 1998 Clayton mobile home (14x70), 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, elec. furnace, heat pump, gas wall heater, C/A, county water, 28x48 garage, large front porch, carport, shed. $59,900.

H42 – PEEBLES – 25+ acres with good hunting, deer stands, riding trails, frame home with new vinyl siding, new windows, some new carpeting, 1700 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, utility room, computer room, all appliances, elec. furnace, county water, hardwood floors, large deck, 3 barns, 2 horse stalls, located near Mineral Springs Lake. $99,900.

FARMS - BUILDING LOTS - VACANT LAND - BUSINESS FARMS F2 – BLUE CREEK AREA – 23.3 acre farm with 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding, 2460 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, public water, 2 wells, 36x24 garage, 42x36 barn, 40x60 barn, 60x30 storage shed, cellar, pond, small creek.

PRICE REDUCED TO $143,500.

F4 – 102 Acre Farm at Cedar Mills – If privacy & seclusion is what you are looking for, this is the place for you. 102.41 acres located on a dead-end road. Approx. 75 acres are wooded & 25 acres are tillable making this the perfect place for hunting, ATV’s or just a great place for getting away from it all. Property includes a 100+ year old 2-story, 4 BR home with all utilities, 30x50 barn, 2 storage buildings (20x30, 10x16), 2 septic systems, all new fence. All of this for $289,000.

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. Call for more details. $230,000.

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.

F14 – WEST UNION – 45 acres +/- in great location near schools, acreage is mostly level with approx. 12 acres of woods, 2 mobile homes which each rent for $350/month, both mobile homes have 3 BR, 1 bath, all appliances, county water, septic, storage building. $149,900.

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. L4 – WEST UNION – 1.006 acre town lot, utilities available, some woods. $8,500.

L6 – WEST UNION – Corner lot in good location within village, all utilities available, no restrictions. Nice spot to build home or apartments. PRICE REDUCED TO $7,999

L8 – WEST UNION – 1 acre lot in good location, nice place for new home or mobile home, county water available. PRICE REDUCED TO $9,900.

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.

L14 – WEST UNION – ½ acre lot would be nice for mobile home or DW. $12,900.

VACANT LAND

ty water available. $10,900.

V22 – WEST UNION – 59 acres with approx. 25 acres of woods. PRICE REDUCED TO $88,500.

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

V4 – OTWAY AREA – 196 wooded acres. $195,000.

B2 – SEAMAN – 4000 SF building located on Main St. under traffic light. Building has extensive fire damage. HUGE PRICE REDUCTION TO $17,500 - MOTIVATED SELLER.

V6 – PEEBLES – 7 acres with water & elec. available, great spot for new home, could be divided, 4 miles from SR 32. $38,000.

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.

V8 – WINCHESTER – Nice 3 acre building lot with 34x18 garage and 24x30 barn, city water/sewer, all contents go with property (tools, lawn mower, motorcycle, tiller etc.). $42,500.

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.

V14 – WEST UNION AREA – 2 wooded acres on blacktop county road with over 300 feet of road frontage, coun-

8 - Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - The Informer

Adams County Land Transfers April 13 - 20 Cynthia B. and Michael D. Applegate, Donald L. and Linda Brown to Linda T. Strine, Lot 30, 31, Seaman Village.

Marvin Wagler Trustee, Laura Wagler, Trustee and Wagler Family Trust to Murphin Ridge Building Supplies 0.733 acres, Oliver Twp. Federal National Mortgage to Joal N. and Dexter L Gibson, 3.161 acres, Sprigg Twp. Ralph and Rosalie Brown to Jim and Lisa Davis, 2.001 acres, Bratton Twp. Fifth Third Bank to First State Bank, 0.192 acres, Manchester Village.

John David and Kathleen B. Roberts to James Buckholts, 16.631 acres, Jefferson Twp. Charles E. and Brenda L. Mahaffey to Charles E. Mahaffey Trustee, Brenda L. Mahaffey Trustee, Charles E. and Brenda L. Mahaffey Trust, Mahaffey Family Trust, 42.935 acres, Sprigg Twp. Charles E. and Brenda L. Mahaffey to James and Jill

Cox, Lot 33,34,35, Tiffin Twp. John H. Brodt Trust and Randy T. Brodt Trustee to Nathan E. and Sara R. Crothers, 2.343 acres, Tiffin Twp. Virgil R., Sheila, Robert L. and Toby Cantrell, Melissa G. and Michael Bailey to Virgil Cantrell Trustee, Phyllis G. Cantrell Trustee and Cantrell Family Trust, 32.721 acres, Liberty Twp. National Bank to Lorena M. Setty, 7.66 acres, Jefferson Twp. Charles E. and Hazel D. Sparrow to First State Bank, 0.50 acres, Jefferson Twp. Ty R. and Jene Pell to Corbett and Carol Phipps, 1.26 acres, Green Twp. Brandon Hargett to Midfirst Bank, 4.00 acres, Sprigg Twp. Crystal D. and Tracey Young to Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage, 2.386 acres, Brush Creek Twp. James D. and Emerita Morgan to Michael W. and Denise L. Burke, 4.877 acres, Sprigg Twp. Lakewood Farms to

Russell E. Sarah K. Blythe, 5.10 acres, Scott Twp. Wilbur C. Morrison to Debora D. Morrison, Monroe Twp. Joshua S. Kreiger to Joshua S. Kreiger and Marissa Estes, 1.463 acres, Sprigg Twp. Leo Carlisle to Willa Campbell, Lot, Peebles Village.

James J. and Willia D. Campbell to Vohn and Kathy Hoop, Lot, Peebles Village.

Betty J. and David E. Baker to Bill and Vickie Trodgle and Kristi Crevier, 0.04 acres, Manchester Village.

Loancare to HUD, 4.894 acres, Oliver Twp.

Adams County Court Of Common Pleas

MARRIAGE REPORT Aaron M. Davis, 25 Lynchburg, to Meghan N. Lewis, 23, West Union.

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The museum has offered this outstanding young naturalist adventure for 34 years.

Together with The Nature Conservancy, Cincinnati Museum Center has been actively preserving some of the finest natural areas in Ohio through stewardship, scientific inquiry and education.

Science Camp participants spend three days immersed in exploration on one of the most unique natural areas in Ohio. Stream life, birds, trees, wildflowers, insects and Ohio's rare prairies are all fair game on this hands-on adventure.

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Classes also have an opportunity to assist with the preserve’s Biological Monitoring Program where they participate in an interactive approach to the scientific method, learn to locate and identify animal species in the field, discuss current

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Participants are lodged in the modern, air-conditioned Rieveschl Chalet nestled on the southern portion of the Edge of Appalachia Preserve in Adams County.

Sessions are limited to twelve participants each.

These programs, while not overly strenuous, are not recommended for those needing excessive medical attention or who must restrict their physical activity.

For questions or more information, please contact Preserve Director, Chris Bedel (Ext 11) or Chief Naturalist, Jessica Huxmann (Ext 14) at 937-544-2880 or jhuxmann@hughes.net

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Garage Sale at 218 North Pleasant St., West Union, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. May 2,3,4 if rain no sale. Pants size 3-5, 03 medium blouse, small blouse, jewelry, books, toys, tv stand, dresses, shoes, set of lamps, purses, Sponge Bob stuff, DVD's, CD's, AM/FM radio, Picture water fall bird sound. A lot more come and see.

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The Informer - Tuesday, May 1, 2012 - 9

Quilting and Needle Arts

Adams County Civil WarQuilt Challenge

By Mary Jane Campbell and Julie Foster Welcome to The Informer Quilt Challenge!

We will issue one-two blocks per month. Each series will contain 25 blocks, one block for each township, one for each village and a couple extra depicting our Native American influence. You

may choose any color and use any number of blocks.

Challenge entries will be displayed at a special show where all artisans will be recognized.

Colors of brown, reds, blues, greens and white are all popular, but any color is allowed.

You may also modify the pattern (make it larger, smaller, add or subtract from

what is offered). A circle may be a moon or a sun and the pine tree on the right can be any type of tree. Have fun! We can’t wait to see what you create.

To ensure everyone finishes their quilts, we will wait 6 months after the last block is published to announce the venue for the Quilt Challenge.

Block 1 first draft and instructions The finished size is an 8 inch block. Cut the pieces out and appliqué them to a muslin background. Piece them by cutting the pattern pieces out, adding a seam allowance and making your own cardboard template, or iron an 8 1/2" by 11" piece of muslin to a same size sheet of freezer paper and print the pattern from your computer by scanning the pattern in. You can then embroider the outline or use the piece for foundation piecing.

Dear Miss Needles: Dear Miss Needles: Welcome to the first Dear Miss Needles column. Please send us your questions regarding any dilemma you have with a needle art project. Included in this column are sample questions and answers. Please send your questions to: DearMissNeedles@ yahoo.com or Dear Miss Needles, PO Box 218, West Union, Oh. 456930218.

Q. Dear Miss Needles: My round quilt block isn’t lying flat.

In fact, it reminds me of Peach Mountain in the spring time.

Any suggestions? Signed, Needle happy in Lynx.

A. Dear Needle Happy: You have several options. You can quilt it as is, and use it for a sun bonnet or put a plant in and give it to your neighbor.

Depending on the shape it might be perfect for a pillow. You can also reject it and put it in your sample block box or file in chapter 13 (trash can).

Otherwise, your only recourse is to take it apart and go back to the pattern. Did you add the seam allowances? Is the center circle too big? Try arranging the pieces on paper and mark the space they should cover. This

will tell you which pieces need to be larger or smaller, and whether or not seam allowances need to be increased or decreased. Now rip those seams out!

Q. Dear Miss Needles: I’m knitting an afghan and just discovered I’ve dropped a stitch.

How much of this afghan do I need to unravel? Signed: Blue Bessie A. Dear Blue Bessie: Unravel the rows you knitted after the row in which you dropped the stitch. I would unravel back to the dropped

stitch Then I would take a crochet hook and restore the dropped stitch. If it unraveled as a ladder run, it may take some time and effort. Secure the dropped stitch with a large diaper pin so that no more unravel.

Then, using a knitting needle or crochet hook, restore the stitches back to the original row.

Miss Needles tip if the week: Tape a store bag or garbage bag along the front edge of your serger to catch excess pieces of thread and fabric the blade cuts off. Therefore, clean up will be easier and quicker.

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First, thank you Troy Jolly for allowing Julie and I to design the first Informer Quilt Challenge. I also thank the Adams County Arts Council who allowed me to attend and talk about the exciting articles and projects coming in this paper during the next several months. I can’t wait to attend the “Nunsense” play in June.

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quilters, knitters, crochet artists, cross stitchers, embroidery and other needle artists including Beverly Chaney, Suzanne Valle and Sharon Benner who have taken time to share their art. Each week we'll feature an Artist of the Week.

If you'd like to be featured or know an artist you'd like me to contact for future profiles, please email Troy at tjollyinformer@ gmail.com or write me at P.O. Box 218, West Union, OH 45693-0218.

While most of the articles I will write concern needle and fiber arts, we embrace and feature all artists in Adams County, regardless of medium.

By this article's publication, I will have attended the Dropped Thread Quilt Show and will be inspired to start even more projects.

Featured Artist of the Week Artist: Mary Jane Campbell Medium: Fiber Artist,

quilt, crochet, knit, tat, needle punch, embroider, crewel.

History: Fifth generation Appalachian quilter, was finalist and had project published in National Quilt Magazine.

How long have you been a quilter/needle artist? I learned to sew at six, crochet at 8 and knit at 14. So lets just say some type of needle arts for over 40 years.

Favorite quilt: Tie between velvet crazy quilt made from scraps from Aunt Had’s hat shop & red, white and blue block from 1800’s made by Aunt Fannie Phillips.

Current Project: Quilt with circle in center, would like to enter in Adams County Fair some year soon!

Next Project: The Informer Civil War Quilt Sell or keep?: I am so far behind on gifts to family and friends I do not anticipate having anything extra to sell for a long time.

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EDUCATION

West Union Women's Club Contest

Kaitlyn Cooley Each year the West Union Women’s Club sponsors student writings in the GFWC/Ohio Federation of Women’s Clubs Youth Short Story and Youth Poetry Contests. The entries are by age level categories. Chosen for entry this year in Youth Short Story category 2 was a story

by Kaitlyn Cooley, “How Earthquakes Were Made.” Kaitlyn, a 4th grader at WUES, is the daughter of Shawn and Susanne Cooley.

A short story written by WUES 6th grader Shruti Nayak, “The Gift Box,” was entered in the Youth Short Story category 3 contest. Shruti is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Dinesh Nayak.

Entered in the Youth Poetry Contest and awarded first in category 4 was a poem entitled “Lessons” by WUHS senior Mary Hill. Mary is the daughter of Ron and Kathie Hill.

County Extension Website Offers Answers Carolyn L. Belczyk, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development and OSU Extension Adams County Ohio State University Extension Adams County can provide the answers in a new online "Ask a County Expert" tool on its w e b s i t e , http://adams.osu.edu.

The Ask an Expert tool is quick, easy and confidential, said Carolyn L. Belczyk, County Extension Director.

Anyone can submit a question related to the educational programs Extension offers directly on the website using the feature.

When someone submits a question, it goes first to four "wranglers" -- personnel from around the state - who then route questions to an Extension professional with the appropriate subject-matter expertise.

The goal is to provide an easy way for people to get unbiased, researchbased responses to questions they might have on a broad range of topics, Belczyk said. The questions answered will become part of the frequently asked questions on eXtension (pronounced "eextension," online at http://www.extension.org, a national network of Extension experts from across the country.

Nine counties in Ohio helped pilot the Ask an Expert program beginning in 2009, said Jerry Thomas, leader for Innovation and Change for OSU Extension. Thomas has been instrumental in developing the Ask an Expert tool. Ask an Expert offers Ohioans the chance to benefit from the expertise offered by a network of local, state and federal Extension professionals, Thomas said.

To use Ask an Expert, just log on to http://adams.osu.edu and click on the "Ask a County Expert" icon.

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Climbing Clever Cloverbuds

By Club Reporter: Gabe Grooms The Climbing Clever Cloverbuds held their biweekly meeting on April 19, at the West Union Church of Christ on Lloyd Road in West Union. The meeting was called to order

by Vice-President Lizzy Grooms. The Pledge of Allegiance and 4H Pledges were recited by all present.

Roll call was taken by Kaitlyn Kingsolver with member’s answering by their favorite sport. The treasurer’s report was given

by Kaitlyn Kingsolver.

Lucy Kersey Health Officer, presented her report on the “The Five Advantages of Eating Fruit.”

Safety Officer Kiersten Rowe’s report was presented by Zane Kingsolver on “Seat belt and Car/Booster Seat Safety.” Recreation Officer Zane Kingsolver, had the group participate in a fun corn hole challenge.

The club discussed animal project requirement changes, collection of candy bar money, rules/recipes for bake-off were provided, and discussion of group outing this summer. The club bake-off will be held at the May 3, meeting. The club also discussed community service projects, fair booth ideas,

fundraiser ideas, and members’ project demonstrations. Refreshments were provided by Kiersten and

Lexi Rowe. The meeting was adjourned by Shelby May and seconded by Kaitelyn Kingsolver.

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