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$170,000 Worth of Marijuana Plants Confiscated The Great Ohio River Paddle

Brown County Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reported that on Thursday, August 2 and Friday, August 3, the Brown County Sheriff’s Office in a joint effort with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Identification conducted Marijuana Eradications in Brown County.

Sheriff Wenninger stated that a total of 170 marijuana plants were located over the two day period. The plants were located in fields in various locations throughout Brown County. When mature, the marijuana plants would have been worth approximately $170,000.00.

Results Available as Ohio's Peregrine Nesting Season Ends

Pictured: Pictured is Kenton, Killen, Coal and Tatum when they were born in May. Biologists with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife monitored 36 territorial peregrine falcon pairs and banded young falcons at 17 nest sites during 2012; limited access at some nest sites prevented all young from being banded. It was estimated 90 eggs were laid this year and 59 young peregrine falcons fledged from 26 successful nests across the state. In 2011, 67 peregrine falcon chicks fledged from 24 nests. Young peregrines from this year’s hatch are now flying around several Ohio cities including Wrightsville, Cleveland, Akron, Bowling Green, Cincinnati, Dayton, Lakewood, Lima, New Richmond, Warren and Youngstown. Individual falcons have been also spotted in other areas of the state. These birds, as well as the territorial pairs that did not nest this season, could return next year to establish territories and perhaps successful nests. From 1989-1993, along with several other Midwestern states, the Ohio Division of Wildlife hacked 46 birds throughout the state. Peregrine falcons were delisted as federal endangered in 1999 and down-listed in Ohio to state threatened in 2008. Peregrines remain on the state threatened list, and the Division of Wildlife continues to monitor the population. Anyone interested in following peregrine falcon activity in Ohio can view the latest updates online at wildohio.com. The peregrine falcon page features information on the bird's history, nest status and links to cameras that record activity at several of the nest locations across Ohio each spring. No state tax dollars are used to support this program. Monitoring and recovery efforts are supported by the Wildlife Diversity and Endangered Species Fund, which receives donations from Ohioans through the state income tax check-off program and by the purchase of cardinal license plates. Individuals wanting to donate to the fund can also donate online at wildohio.com. The new Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp provides an additional funding opportunity to support conservation especially among wildlife watchers, photographers, campers, hikers and others who support wildlife causes. The $15 collectible Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp is available annually and highlights a different wildlife species each year chosen through a photo competition. Federal funds for endangered species and wildlife diversity efforts are also provided through the State Wildlife Grant Program, which targets species with greatest conservation need.

Ohio Rocks! License Plates

Proceeds will support earth science education in Ohio The Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Geological Survey is pleased to announce a new license plate that will fund further research and outreach on the state’s geology. Sales of the new Ohio Rocks! license plates will benefit a newly created earth science education and outreach fund. This new fund will issue a number of grants to earth science students at Ohio colleges and universities each year for continued research on Ohio’s geology.

“These funds will help train a new generation of geologists getting degrees in Ohio,” said Mac Swinford, interim chief of

the Division of Geological Survey. “With these grants, young people can study and learn more about Ohio geology.” A portion of the funds will be dedicated to providing educational outreach to Ohio’s K–12 schools in support of earth

science. For example, funding can be used to help continue the Division’s very popular rock-andmineral kit program. This funding will benefit a wide spectrum of Ohioans, such as users of state parks, sportsmen, educators and homeowners as well as the extractive industries. The slogan “Ohio Rocks!” on the license plate points to both the beauty of Ohio’s geology and the message that Ohio is a great place to live. The new plates can be ordered from the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles at www.oplates.com and at local deputy registrars.

The National Wildlife Refuge Experience. Explore the Manchester Islands, Brush Creek and Maysville, Ky. If you think it has been too hot to paddle this summer? Then take part in the Great Ohio River Paddle in October 2012. Enjoy fall foliage, cooler temperatures, the Ohio River and the Manchester Islands and its beach. Explorers will be able to visit Brush Creek, Manchester Islands National Wildlife Refuge and visit Maysville, Kentucky. This event will be limited in participation. The Ohio River Foundation will be sponsoring a fall GORP this year from Brush Creek Campground to Maysville, Kentucky on October 13-14, 2012. It will include a visit to the Manchester Islands, the easternmost island in the Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge. The registration is $100 before August 31, then $120 before October 6 when registration closes. For more information on the trip itinerary and registration, see the Ohio River Foundation web site, http://www.ohioriverfdn.org/news_events/great_ohio_river_ paddle/weekend_trip_details/index.html.

St. Rt. 348 Closed

Contractors for the Ohio Department of Transportation has closed State Route 348 at the 10.98 mile marker due to a bridge replacement project. Crews from the Boone Coleman Construction closed the highway to replace the deficient twin-pipe structure with a four-sided, precast concrete box culvert. The project site is located at County Road 18 (Blue Creek Road) and Township Road 165 (Shawnee Road), just west of the route’s junction with S.R. 781 and the

Scioto County line. State Route 348 is scheduled to be closed for up to 45 days and while it is closed, motorists will be detoured by way of State Route 781 to State Route 41 near Jacksonville to State Route 125 at West Union to State Route 348. Boone Coleman Construction, Inc., of West Portsmouth, was awarded the contract in the amount of approximately $174,673. All associated work is anticipated to be completed by late November.

FAO Partners with Duke Energy to Offer Grant Opportunity to Region’s Educators Applications Now Being Accepted for ICAN! Classroom Enrichment Grants In partnership with the Duke Energy Foundation, the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio is pleased to offer ICAN! Classroom Enrichment Mini-Grants to support the efforts of teachers across the region in connecting their classrooms with Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or Medicine (STEMM) related businesses and professions. Applications for the 2012-2013 academic year are invited from K-12 teachers and/or guidance counselors throughout the 32-county region of Appalachian Ohio for projects that will increase students’ interest in careers associated with STEMM through in-house or on-site field trips to an area business. Access to a rigorous STEMM education has become increasingly necessary for our region's students as they prepare to enter a global workplace with the problem solving skills and 21st century technical knowledge needed to succeed. To assist educators in making the connection to businesses and introducing students to the workplace application of classroom lessons, FAO will provide ICAN! Classroom Enrichment Mini-Grants. “Duke is proud to part-

ner with the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio in supporting teachers’ efforts to introduce students to professional applications of classroom lessons,” said Karen Monday, vice president Duke Energy Foundation Ohio/Kentucky. “We believe STEMM education is critical to future workplace success and are pleased to be part of a program that will not only connect classrooms with businesses, but will put the technology in place for students to share their experiences across the region.” Additionally, Duke Energy’s partnership leverages the funding of the Foundation’s ICAN! Corporate Partners to provide an additional $25,000 in available funding for applications in their service areas. Supporting ICAN! Corporate Partners include: Diagnostic Hybrids, a Quidel Company, developing, manufacturing and selling innovative diagnostic products for a wide range of viral and thyroid diseases; ED MAP, tailoring full-service bookstore service solutions incorporating eBooks, custom materials, print textbooks, and educational supplies; Oxford Mining, employing hundreds of people throughout Appalachian Ohio with a commitment to increasing quality of life throughout the region; and the Tata group of companies, India’s largest

and most respected business group operating internationally across seven business sectors. All applications must be submitted electronically by Friday, September 7. FAO aspires to distribute at least one award in each of the 32 counties, where appropriate and has approximately $85,000 in available funding for awards. To learn more about the Duke Energy ICAN! Classroom Enrichment Grants or access the electronic application, please visit the Foundation’s website at www.appalachianohio.org or call 740.753.1111.

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Ohio Secretary Certifies Additional Signatures for Constitutional Amendment on Redistricting Reform, Trustees Elected, Republicans Open Headquarters, Republican Presidential Candidate Romney Coming to Chillicothe and Adams County Jail Intake and Release Report

OBITUARIES

The following obituaries are on page 3 of this week’s edition: Mary M. Cobb, Mildred V. Adams and Hazel A. (Scott) Combs.

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Ohio Secretary Certifies Additional Signatures for Constitutional Amendment on Redistricting Reform Petitioners have met requirements to place issue on November 2012 ballot. Secretary of State Jon Husted today certified that petitioners seeking to place a redistricting reform constitutional amendment on the November ballot collected an additional 151,889 valid signatures. The total number of valid signatures now certified is 406,514 and meets the constitutional requirements. Petitioners needed 385,253 valid signatures, or 10 percent of the total vote cast for Governor in 2010. As part of the total number of valid signatures needed to place the measure on the ballot, petitioners must also have collected signatures from at least 44 of Ohio’s 88 counties, and within each of those counties collected enough valid signatures equal to five percent of the total votes cast for governor in the most recent

gubernatorial election, 2010. Petitioners for the proposed constitutional amendment met or exceeded the five percent threshold in 60 counties. The following is the totals of Adams and adjoining counties: Adams 814, Brown 838, Highland 925, Scioto 1,644 and Pike 717.

Local GOP to hold Grand opening on August 23 The Adams County Republican Party and the Adams County Republican Club are pleased to invite the public to the Grand Opening of the party headquarters for the 2012 campaign. The Adams County Republican Headquarters will be located at 115 E. Main St., West Union. The Grand opening will be held Thursday, August 23, begin-

ning at 6:30 p.m. Representatives of the Ohio Republican Party, Romney for President, Wenstrup for Congress, our State Represntatives and local candidates will be there to speak to attendees. Candidate literature and yard signs will be available at the meeting. It is suggested that participants should bring folding chairs. Dinner will be provided and donations will be accepted.

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Republicans Open Headquarters

Republican Presidential Candidate Romney Coming to Chillicothe Republican Presidential hopeful Mitt Romney will be in Chillicothe, Ross County Tuesday for a campaign stop at the Ross County Courthouse. The rally, featuring the Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney. The gates will open at 6:00 p.m. with the event starting at 7:00 p.m. The rally is part of the “Romney Plan for a Stronger Middle Class” bus tour. Tickets for the rally are free, and you can RSVP and claim your tickets by logging on to romneyinchillicothe.event brite.com. Romney’s Vice-Presidential runningmate is WI. Congressman Paul Ryan. With Ohio being a battleground state it offers 18 electoral votes. For questions concerning the event, call (614) 547-2290 or email eventsoh@mittromney.com.

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A few thoughts… Summer has once again come and gone. This week area school children will be going back to school. All the summer planning is now just a memory! Make sure you check out our annual "Back to School" page in this edition on page 9. However, I must say, sometimes with the end of one good thing, another good thing happens. Fall is right around the corner and we will all have a chance to drive on our county roads, enjoying the fall leaves and the cool, crisp air. We have several festivals, with the Winchester Caramel Festival being the first, in just a few short weeks. Be sure to visit all the festivals and support the communities. Now thinking on the idea of supporting local, with us all living in small com-

munities. Supporting local means a whole lot in the town that you live in. Small businesses can only stay in business if the town supports it. Four businesses have closed over the past month. Some are retiring, and some hoping to sell and pass the responsibilities on to the next Troy A. Jolly Publisher of owner. Point is, for a community to thrive The Informer – you must support it. I Adams County see the point that our bigger stores are shopped out of for convenience, but our small village stores are the ones who support town festivals and the first to help when asked for local support. Since the Informer first started publishing papers we have seen eight businesses close and one move. Remember, support local first! It supports your community.

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Pictured (L/R): Bill Swango, Dave McChesney, Charles Newman and State Rep. Danny Bubp. The Adams Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. hosted their 72nd Annual Meeting Saturday, August 11 at the Red Barn in Winchester. A meal was provided with the meeting following.

Adams County Jail Intake and Release Report August 3 - August 9 James E. Arnett, 33, P e e b l e s , Possess/Sale/Dispose of Hypodermics. Booked 8/8. Tessa D. Blevins, 33, Lynx, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/5 Released 8/5. Kenny Brock, 30, Ripley, Theft. Booked 6/15 Released 8/4. Joshua Lee Brooks, 25, West Union, Driving Under the Influence. Booked 8/3 Released 8/6. Rebecca June Burton, 41, Manchester, Trafficking in Drugs. Booked 8/6. Stacy E. Clark, 41, Peebles, Breaking and Entering. Booked 8/7 Released 8/8. John Patrick Conley, 30, Peebles, Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 8/4 Released 8/6. Jessica N. Darnell, 28, Seaman, Theft and Trafficking in Drugs. Booked 8/3. Crystal Duffey, 33, Seaman, Possession of Dangerous Drugs. Booked 8/4 Released 8/8.

Francesco Vincent Ferrari, 31, Winchester, Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 8/2 Released 8/3. Bobby Lee Hanshaw, 27, West Union, Possession of Dangerous Drugs. Booked 8/1 Released 8/3. William Logan Hayslip, 20, West Union, Driving Under Suspension and Driving Under the Influence. Booked 8/6. Destiny F. Jarvis, 30, West Union, Receiving Stolen Property. Booked 8/4. Donnie Fayette Justice Jr., 20, Manchester, Probation Detainer. Booked 7/30 Released 8/7. Erica Lynn King, 26, Cleves, Trafficking in Drugs - Marijuana. Booked 8/6 Released 8/7. Erica King, 26, Cleves, Possession of Drugs - Heroin. Booked 8/5 Released 8/6. Dennis Jay May, 43, Lynx, Violating Protection Order. Booked 8/1 Released 8/3.

Mark A. Mefford, 40, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/5 Released 8/6. Richard D. Newkirk, 52, Stout, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/4 Released 8/4. Adam R. Stephens, 34, Peebles, Domestic Violence. Booked 8/8. Steven Allen Sturgill, 24, West Union, Probation Detainer and Theft. Booked 7/16 Released 8/6. Trayland M. Sullivan, 24, West Union, Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 8/4. Anthony Wayne Ward, 40, Pickaway, Burglary. Booked 8/7. Larry Wayne Ward, 33, West Union, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/4 Released 8/4. Michelle Dawn Williams, 28, West Union, Probation Detainer. Booked 7/27 Released 8/6. Charles Clifton Wilson, 31, West Union, Breaking/Entering and Receiving Stolen Property. Booked 8/3.

The Informer regretfully has seen four businesses close over the past month.

Sinking Springs Valley Market, West Union Penny Saver, Manchester Young's IGA and Panhandle Quick Stop. The following is a list of stores that carry The Informer. Were covering every corner of Adams County and stretching into Brown, Scioto and Highland! West Union Blake Pharmacy Prathers IGA Town and Country Wal-Mart McDonald's Mikey's Restaurant Women's Fitness Express Ruby's Beauty Shop Chapparel Feed and Farm Supply Community Fuels Speedway United Dairy Farmers First Stop Panhandle Sunset Bowl Manchester First Stop S&G Pizza Pound Ross Grocery Blake Pharmacy 8 Ball Pool Hall Brenda's Dollar City Harover's East End Carry-Out Adams County Beverage Barn Stout Route 52 Drive-Thru

Blue Creek Knauff's Grocery

Winchester First Stop

Lynx First Stop

Brown County Aberdeen Shop and Stop Gas Station River Crossing Gas Station Macon First Stop

Peebles First Stop Peebles Food Mart Marathon Peebles Quick Mart Peebles Save-A-Lot Blake Pharmacy Wallingford Ace McDonald's White Star Restaurant Black Diamond Locust Grove Crum Farm Supply Locust Grove Dairy Bar Seaman Adams County Regional Medical Center First Stop Seaman Food Mart Marathon McDonald's Cruiser's Diner Little White Star Fitzgerald's Pharmacy Young's IGA Keim's Family Market

Highland County Sinking Springs JP's County Store County Line CarryOut Scioto County Shawnee Grocery Fort Shawnee Diner

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Obituaries Mary M. Cobb

Mildred V. Adams

Mary M. Cobb, 89, of Manchester, died August 9, at the Concord Health and Rehabilitation Center in Wheelersburg. Cobb was born October 3, 1922 in Adams County to the late Luther Little and Viola Nelson. She made her home with her special grandparents Judge Ashburn and Dora Little for 15 years. She was united in marriage May 19, 1938 to the late Warren E. Cobb. Preceded in death by two sons Carl E. Cobb, Dec. 19, 2003 and Terry W. Cobb, May 11, 1996 and one brother Carl Little. Survived by one daughter Betty (Ron) Hazelbaker of Wheelersburg, one daughter in law Kathy Cobb of Manchester, grandchildren Angela (Wayne) Coriell, Ronnie Hazelbaker II of Wheelersburg, Rebecca & Michael Cobb of Manchester, great grandchildren Natalie and Tyler Cobb, step great grandchildren Wesley (Christine) Coriell, Michael (Brooke) Coriell, Isaac (Emily) Coriell, three step great great grandchildren Carter, Grant and Tinleigh, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends from McColm Chapel. Funeral services were held Sunday, August 12 at the Wilson Home for Funerals. Rev. Dale Little officiated. Burial followed at the Manchester Cemetery.

Mildred V. Adams, 88, of Aberdeen, died Monday, August 6, at her home. She was born in Manchester, on June 20, 1924 to the late Vance and Ethel Hughes Carter. She was a former employee of the Ripley Shoe Factory and a homemaker. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two sons Johnny Adams and David Adams. She is survived by her daughter Iris (TJ) Whitehead of Dover, Ky., six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Funeral services were held Thursday, August 9 at the Wilson Home for Funerals. Burial followed at the Manchester Cemetery.

Hazel A. (Scott) Combs

Thompson Meeker Funeral Home

Hazel A. (Scott) Combs, 77, of West Union, died August 10, at the Adams County Regional Medical Center in Seaman. She was born January 1, 1935 in West Union. She was preceded in death by her parents Harold E. and Viola F. (Gray) Scott, husband Herschel Combs, brother William G. Scott and sonin-law John Latham. She is survived by one son Kenneth (Deloris) Alexander of West Union, two daughters Joyce Latham of Columbus and Phyllis (Duane) Scott of West Union, two sisters Dorothy (Jean) Blessing of Englewood and Emma Musselman of New Carlisle, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. She was a former librarian in Dayton, a former file clerk for Adams County Senior Citizens in West Union and was a former dispatcher for Scott's and Comb's Towing in West union for 23 years. She had attended Riverside Church in Sprigg Township for eight years. She was a 1953 graduate of West Union High School. Memorial donations may be made to The Dream Factory of Southern Ohio, P.O. Box 492, West Union, Oh. 45693. The funeral service is Wednesday, August 14, at 1:00 p.m. at the Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. Rev. Pete Francis will officiate. The visitation is Tuesday, from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. The interment is at the West Union Village Cemetery.

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FSAAuthorizes Additional CRPPractices forEmergency Grazing and Haying In response to the continued drought conditions, the Ohio Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Steve Maurer, announced the addition of 5 CRP practices that livestock producers and other participants in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) will now be able to emergency hay and graze. "Many of these additional acres have wetland-related characteristics and are likely to contain better quality hay and forage than on other CRP acres," said Maurer. The list of eligible practices has been expanded to include: · CP8A (grass waterways) – haying and grazing available · CP23 (wetland restoration) – haying and grazing available · CP23A (wetland restoration, non-floodplain) – haying and grazing available · CP25 (rare and declining habitat (oak savanna, wetland complexes, tall grass prairies) o Oak Savannas – haying only o Wetland Complexes – haying and grazing o Tall Grass Prairies – haying and grazing · CP27/CP28 (farmable wetlands pilot wetland and buffer) – haying and grazing available Eligible producers who are interested in haying or grazing CRP under the emergency authorization, and current CRP participants who choose to provide land for haying or grazing to an eligible livestock producer, must first

Farmers Encouraged to Report Crop Losses and Low Yields to FSA With the continued hot dry weather conditions throughout Ohio, the Farm Service Agency (FSA) encourages farmers to document and report crop losses or low crop yields to their local FSA office. Producers with crops covered by crop insurance and the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) must report crop losses resulting from a weather-related disaster event within 15 days of the disaster or when the loss first becomes apparent. Prevented planting must be reported no later than 15 days after the final planting date. Crop losses are acres that were timely planted with the intent to harvest, but the crop failed because of a natural disaster. It is important that producers file accurate and timely loss reports to prevent the potential loss of FSA program benefits. Low yield acreage does need to be reported and producers are encouraged to keep good production records

on acreage with a low crop yield to document crop losses. In addition, farmers are encouraged to report crop conditions to their county FSA offices so that the information may be used to support the potential request for a disaster declaration. Farmers are reminded that they may revise FSA crop reports free of charge. A crop report revision, however, must be verified by physical evidence of the crop in a field spot check. The USDA's authority to operate the five disaster assistance programs authorized by the 2008 Farm Bill expired on Sept. 30, 2011, however USDA reminds livestock producers to keep thorough records of losses, including additional expenses during this hot dry weather, should a program become available. If you have additional questions about failed crop acreage or crop losses covered by the Non-Insured Assistance Program (NAP) contact your local FSA office.

Adams County Health Department

Foster/Adoptive Parent Training

923 Sunrise Ave., West Union 544-5547 Immunizations Clinic Thursday, August 16, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Doctor Clinic Friday, August 17, in the afternoon.

Hope Van Schedule Tuesday, August 14, Blue Creek, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Thursday, August 16, Seaman, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 21, Manchester, 9:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Adams County Children Services will be hosting the 36 hour Adams/Brown Foster/Adoptive Parent Preservice Training Classes in August, September and October 2012. Classes will begin on Tuesday, August 28, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Classes will continue to be held Tuesday’s and Thursday’s on the following dates: August 28, 30; September

4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; October 2 and 4 and will be held at Adams County Children Services/Wilson Children’s Home, 300 North Wilson Drive, West Union, Ohio 45693. Anyone interested in attending is asked to please contact Dawn Grooms, Foster/Adoption Specialist at (937)544-2511 to register for training. The training is free of charge.

Ohio. Story Time for preschoolers has resumed at the Manchester Library. Come join Adam as he leads special activities, read-aloud stories, and crafts, every Wednesday at 10:30 am. At the Peebles Library, Tot’s Time for preschoolers will resume starting next Wednesday, August 22, at 10:30 am. Sherry has crafts, snacks, and stories in store. At the West Union Library, preschoolers and schoolage children can come to Story Time with Tara on Thursday mornings at 10:30 am, for read-aloud stories and crafts. Next week, watch for the return of the Family Nutrition Program, sched-

uled to coincide with Story Time at your local library. Each Adams County Public Library is now open six days each week, and offers extended evening hours on two weeknights. For more information, visit us online at http://adamsco.lib.oh.us.

Adams County Public Library Programs for children and teens, special events, and back-to-school supply giveaways continue throughout August at Adams County Public Library locations, to help your family prepare for the start of school. On Friday, August 17th, kids and parents are invited to the Peebles Library at 11:00 am for “Back to School Safety,” a presentation by Peebles Police Officers. Come learn how to stay safe during the school year, and meet some of your local safety officers. Immediately after the presentation, we’ll hold a drawing to select ten win-

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ning names from our backto-school supplies drawing. During August, kids who checked out books at the Peebles Library have entered their names in a drawing to win one of ten back-to-school prizes, including fully loaded backpacks, lunch bags, a scientific calculator, and more. Stop by to learn how to stay safe, and find out if your name will be drawn to win one of these back-toschool prizes. On Wednesday, August 15, at 10:30 am, teens are invited to the Peebles Library for Teen Beauty Tips, with library employee and Mary Kay consultant Serpell Adkins. Serpell will share some skin care ideas and make-up techniques, just in time for the start of school. All during August, visit the Wild About Eyes interactive kiosk in the children’s area at the Peebles Library. The kiosk introduces kids and their parents to eye health and safety information, and is a service of Prevent Blindness

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request approval from their local FSA office and obtain a modified conservation plan from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Prior to implementation of emergency haying or grazing, a conservation plan must be developed that complies with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and all other applicable federal and state laws and regulations. This plan must be completed by NRCS. If potential negative impacts of haying and grazing on threatened or endangered species or critical habitat are identified, it is not likely the land would be approved for these activities. Emergency haying is authorized through August 31, 2012. Emergency grazing is authorized through September 30, 2012. At least 50% of each field shall be left unhayed for wildlife. At least 25% of each field shall be left ungrazed for wildlife (or graze not more than 75 percent of the stocking rate determined by NRCS). CRP is a voluntary program that provides producers annual rental payments on their land in exchange for planting resource conserving crops on cropland to help prevent erosion, provide wildlife habitat and improve the environment. Producers must file a request and receive approval from their local FSA office before starting emergency haying and grazing activity.

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From The Kitchen Of Pat Wylie White Sauce Combine cornstarch, margarine, milk and stir until smooth. Add salt, pepper and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stirring constantly. Boil for one minute and pour over salmon croquettes. Helpful Hint Cut down the legs on an old card table to make a picnic table. it''s easy to transport in a car.

Manchester Village Council

Pat Wylie, Sandy Baker, Casey Rutledge & Stacy Kinhalt COSMETOLOGIST

Jookees of thee week by Georgge A small town is a place where everyone knows everything, but they get the paper any ways to see if the editor got it right! What two words has the most letters? A post office! Doctors make you wait forever in the waiting rooms on purpose, because time heals all wounds! George Perry

Cuffs and Collars Field reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife Officers Southeast Ohio During the 2011-2012 waterfowl season, wildlife officer Matt VanCleve and wildlife investigator Travis Abele responded to a hunting without permission complaint, along the bank of the Scioto River. Officer VanCleve discovered two adults and one juvenile waterfowl hunting south of Jasper, in Pike County. The two adult hunters were cited for hunting waterfowl, on lands of another, without written permission. Both hunters appeared and were found guilty in the Pike County Court. Southwest Ohio During the 2012 spring turkey season, Mercer County Wildlife Officer Ryan Garrison was on patrol and noticed a hunter returning to his truck. As Officer Garrison was checking the hunter’s license, he saw the bottom portion of the temporary turkey permit was missing. This portion of the turkey permit is attached to the bird after harvest. Officer Garrison questioned the hunter, and he replied it must have fallen apart and was in his other hunting coat at the house. Officer Garrison followed the hunter to his house. The hunter could not locate his turkey tag. Upon

investigation, Officer Garrison was able to determine that the hunter had shot a bird and didn’t check it in. He was cited into Celina Municipal Court and paid $400 in fines and court costs. Central Ohio In early May, Wildlife Officer Supervisor Curtis Smith and Union County Wildlife Officer Josh Shields

responded to a call about a red fox pup that was tangled in a fence. During the investigation the officers discovered that a nuisance trapper had not purchased a valid hunting license or fur takers permit and had set multiple untagged traps. Officers also learned that the nuisance trapper was in possession of multiple sets of untagged deer antlers. More than 20 violations had been documented by the end of the investigation. The nuisance trapper was charged in Marysville Municipal Court for

no hunting license, no fur takers permit, maintaining untagged traps, failing to euthanize or release a nuisance furbearer, and illegal possession of untagged deer antlers. The nuisance trapper plead guilty to illegal possession of untagged deer antlers and setting and maintaining untagged traps. He was fined $750 plus court costs, placed on probation for one year, mandated to serve community service, and lost his trapping privileges for one year. Northwest Ohio During the 2011 - 2012 deer season, Ottawa County Wildlife Officer Reid Van Cleve and Sandusky County Wildlife Officer Brian Bury were looking over deer harvest records when they discovered some discrepancies. Further investigation revealed that a woman had checked in a deer her husband had shot. Both subjects were interviewed and the officers determined that the husband had shot a small buck and that it had been checked in by his wife. The officers also learned that the husband later shot a trophy buck valued at over $3,500. The man was charged with taking two antlered deer in one season and was found guilty. The man was ordered to pay nearly $4,500 in fines and restitution. The deer was forfeited to the state.

The Master Gardner

Faye Mahaffey, OSUE Brown County Master Gardener Volunteer A Walk Around the Block One of my favorite routes to walk in my neighborhood is along Todds Fork Creek. This three mile stroll allows me to look at crops, birds, insects, weeds, flowers and an occasional frog, turtle, or snake. I even have a chance to visit with several horses that race to the fence when I walk by. I have also tried to find out the names of all the dogs along my walk so that I can encourage them to stay in their own yard and not try to accompany me on my walk. There are several items that I carry with me when I walk around the block- water, bug spray, sunglasses and my cell phone. I never listen to music when I walk. The sounds of nature are enough music for me! This past week I stopped along the way and took photographs of weeds, flowers and a few "mystery" plants. My Identification list so far includes: Pokeweed, Elderberries, Jewel Weed, Stinging Nettles, Goldenrod, Johnson grass, Ironweed, Wingstem, Common Mullein and Queen Anne’s lace. One of my favorite reference books, Wildflowers of Ohio, authored by Stan Tekiela, shares the following facts about Queen Anne’s Lace (Daucus carota): Family: Carrot (Apiaceae), Height: 1-3 feet, Flower: flat cluster, 3-5 inches wide, of tiny white flowers, each ¼ inch wide; a single purple-toblack floret sits near the cluster’s center, with 3 thin, forked green bracts beneath the cluster, Leaf: fern-like, with many divisions, up to 8 inches long, Bloom: summer, fall, Cycle/Origin: biennial (which means it lives for 2 years – spending the first year growing bigger, and then

Local Government July 3, 2012 The Council of the Village of Manchester met in regular session at the Community Building. Mayor Troy Jolly asked Councilman Bryan Church to lead the Pledge to the Flag. Roll call showed Councilwoman Christine Henderson, Councilman Bryan Church, Councilman Cody Wagner, Councilman Mike Phipps, and Councilman Roy Carpenter all present. Motion carried. A motion was made by Councilwoman Henderson and seconded by Councilman Phipps to excuse Councilman Robert Hilderbrand. Roll call showed all members voting yea. Motion carried. The minutes of the June 19, 2012, were not read aloud because council received them prior to meeting. Motion was made to approve the minutes with an addition of an ad-hoc committee made by Councilman Wagner and seconded by Councilman Phipps. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion passed. Crystal Walker spoke to the council about people living in unsanitary conditions and children’s safety a curfew ordinance and contracting police department out to other villages. Kim Groenick from the M.A.N.A. wanted to thank fire and police department for how good of a job did during the storm. She also wanted to complain about the cleanliness of the park. They are checking into this problem. There was also discussion about play equipment at the park. Evelyn Jones complimented the street commissioner on the tree trimming he has been doing. Mayor Jolly thanked the fire, police, and street department on their collective efforts during the storm. He also wanted to compliment the fire department on their quick response to a structure fire. Mayor Jolly is making a weekly call to AEP regarding the Street lights in the Village. They had to order street lights and have to wait. He was also told there could be another delay because of storm and people are out of power so that will be their first priority. Mayor Jolly forwarded a grant to Chief Bowman and they are working on it. He also encourages council to vote yes on voting Jeff Boling

as the new police chief. They have also hired a new part time officer Jason Mallott. Mayor Jolly has talked to several residents and they are concerned about decreasing of property values, but hopefully that the zoning committee that will be appointed along with M.A.N.A will be able to work on this. The police department is working on collecting unpaid warrants. Village clerk, Heidi Huron reported that she had been working on the budget with the finance committee; will have another meeting with finance next week. Street Commissioner, Earl Ruark is working on trimming trees and will be painting soon. Acting Police Chief, Jeff Boling talked about the resignation of Fletcher and has had three thefts they have been working on. Mayor’s court collected $2400 some of that was restitution for street signs. He is also working on 30 day notices for people who are living in unsanitary conditions and have dilapidated properties. Fire Chief, Rick Bowman wanted to thank all departments for their effort in helping in the storm. He is also concerned about the dryness and about fireworks for the 4th of July. He hopes police dept will patrol because a fire could start quickly due to the dryness. Councilwoman Henderson reported that family movie night was rescheduled because of storm. The new date is July 27, 2012 and it will be The Three Stooges. It will also be Root beer Float night. Councilman Phipps thought the fire, police, and street dept. did a great job responding during the storm. He also said that the street department is trying to clean the old school. Fire Chief Bowman would like to be with surveyor when it’s being surveyed. The fire chief and council along with the Manchester Methodist Church will be there when survey is done. Councilman Church reported that the finance committee is working on next year’s budget for midyear submission to the Auditor’s office. The Finance Committee is working on 5 year forecast. Finance will have a meeting July 11, 2012. Councilman Church also reported that we met with

Gary Duzan about switching to medical Mutual. The insurance will have better coverage. Will be a reduced cost for employees and a better coverage. The Village will also be providing life insurance for full time employees. Councilman Church made a motion and was seconded by Councilman Phipps to pay bills. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried. Councilman Carpenter reported that Kinfolk Landing Days are August 3rd and 4th and asked the Village to help with port lets for Kinfolk Landing Days. The Village has done this in the past. Council talked about getting help from community service workers. Motion made by Councilman Phipps and seconded by Councilwoman Henderson to purchase port lets up to the $200 amount. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea except for Councilman Carpenter who passed. Motion carried. Mayor Jolly appointed zoning and planning committee as Scott Kirk, Bill McFarland, Councilman Phipps, and Councilman Church. The committee can appoint the chair. The Mayor would like to make sure that the committee has regular meetings. A motion was made by Councilman Wagner and seconded by Councilman Phipps to hire acting Chief Jeff Boling as permanent Chief contingent on a three month probation counting time already served. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried. Chief Bowman asked for approval for $7,000 EMS grant. Councilman Church makes a motion and seconded by Councilman Wagner to approve the spending of $7,000 for the EMS Grant. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried. Woolard Meeting is July 10, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. Fire Dept. golf tournament August 25 more information will be available at a later date. M.A.N.A. meeting will meet first Thursday at 7:00 p.m. A motion to adjourn was made by Councilman Wagner and seconded by Councilman Phipps. Next council meeting will be July 17, 2012 at 7:00 p.m.

July 25, 2012 The Council of the Village of Manchester met in special session at the Community Building. Roll call showed Councilwoman Christine Henderson, Councilman Bryan Church, Councilman Bob Hilderbrand, and Councilman Roy Carpenter all present. Motion made by Councilman Church and seconded by Councilman Carpenter to excuse Councilman Mike Phipps and Councilman Skip Wagner from the meeting. Motion carried. Mayor Troy Jolly asked Heidi Huron to lead the Pledge to the Flag. The Mayor reported that the meeting is being held for a variance on a double wide to be put on the corner of 3rd and Fair Street. The people who bought the doublewide were not aware of the 10 year rule on doublewides and would like a variance. Councilman Phipps entered the meeting. Councilman Hildebrand and Councilman Phipps stated that the double wide is in good shape. The double wide is in good shape and is now on US 52. Councilman Carpenter reported that they have to get a packet from the state and follow the guidelines as well as the guidelines for the Flood Plain. Wayne Polly is doing

the set up of the mobile home and they are doing the inspection packet from the state. Councilman Carpenter stated guidelines and floodplain elevations have to be followed. Councilwoman Henderson stated that the location is on the lowest spots so will have to be elevated. Mayor Troy Jolly said that Polly has his state certifications and the only thing needed to be passed tonight

is the variation on the age of the mobile home. Councilman Church stated that all that is being addressed is the issue of the mobile homes age. Councilman Hildebrand makes a motion to pass a variance on the age of the mobile home and is seconded by Carpenter. Vote on the motion showed all members voting yea. Motion carried. Councilman Carpenter made a motion to adjourn and seconded by Councilman Hildebrand.

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blooming the second year), non-native, Habitat: dry, sun, fields, along roads disturbed soils, Range: throughout. Also called Wild Carrot, Queen Anne’s Lace is tall with tiny hairs covering its stems. Once a European garden plant, it has escaped to the wild and is considered a weed because of its aggressive growth. Flower clusters dry and curl, forming the bird’s nest shape often used in dried flower arrangements. Its long taproot can be dug, roasted and ground as coffee substitute. During its’ first year, the roots are soft enough to eat. It is thought to be the ancestor of the common garden carrot. Do not attempt to eat Queen Anne’s Lace unless you have a positive identification from an expert !!!!! Queen Anne’s Lace is sometimes confused with deadly Poison Hemlock. Some animals have benefited from the arrival of this wildflower. Caterpillars of the Eastern Black Swallowtail butterfly eat the leaves, bees and other insects drink the nectar, and predatory insects, such as the Green Lacewing, come to Queen Anne’s Lace to attack prey, such as aphids. Queen Anne’s Lace has been identified as a noxious weed in Ohio. OSU Extension Bulletin 866-98 (available on ohioline.osu.edu) explains

that control is difficult because of the large taproot (difficult to pull) and prolific seed production. Weed Control Guide for Ohio Field Crops (Bulletin 789) suggests possible methods of control for this problem weed. Queen Anne’s Lace is a great example of a wildflower that has turned into a "bully" in nature and is aggressively squeezing out our native plants. Are you taking time to walk around your landscape and check for pests and disease? My cucumber and zucchini vines bit the dust this week. The tomatoes are coming on and the platter on the kitchen counter is a virtual rainbow of colorful fruit. Green Zebra, Yellow pear, Roma, Zomok, Wapsipinicon Peach and Black Krim have all taken the lead to produce the first tomatoes. Tomatoes and cottage cheese is featured for lunch each day at our house! Don’t forget to e-mail your gardening questions to Brown County Master Gardener Volunteer, Mike Hannah, at mhannah2@ msn.com. If you are interested in becoming a Master Gardener Volunteer, be sure to watch the paper for more information about classes starting in October!

The Informer - Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - 5

Politics & Government

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to end the sponsorship joyride New Online Change of Address Tool for Ohio Voters Ask the Army how much it spends to recruit and train a soldier from the time that individual first walks into a recruiting station until he or she has finished basic training and a course of advanced training. The answer is easy to find: $73,000. Ask the National Guard what it gets for the $72.3 million it spends on professional sports sponsorships and the answer is considerably less precise. I like auto racing, and my family has had a long and happy association with motorsports. My father, the late Gus Hoffman, started an auto racing team in 1929. It used to field cars at the Indianapolis 500, and it continues to compete in U.S. Auto Club events. I helped out with that small family business. I know what it costs to race each week, and I recognize the great need for good sponsors. So Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not out to pick on people who like fast cars. I like them, too. But I have never believed that tax dollars should be spent on sponsoring a sporting event. I believe members of Congress should be trying to save taxpayers money, not

squandering it. We are facing a budgetary crisis. Right now, our nation is about $16 trillion in the hole. The federal deficit has been more than $1 trillion annually for the last four years, and President Obamaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget projects annual deficits averaging $750 billion over the

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next 10 years. Clearly, it is time to do something different. Congress needs to take a hard look at how weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re spending your money. It must be willing to pull the plug if that money is being spent in a way that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give us the most bang for the buck â&#x20AC;&#x201C; no matter who it might offend. That is why I was so disappointed when the House recently refused to end the practice of U.S. military sponsorship of professional sports. The vote was 216 to 202 against ending the program, which began back in the early 2000s in an attempt to find ways to increase military

recruitment. It is time to end the experiment. According to recent reports, the National Guard is spending some $26.5 million this fiscal year to sponsor a NASCAR race team. This sponsorship has resulted in an impressive number of inquiries â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 24,800. But only 20 of those inquiries were from qualified candidates, and none of those potential recruits actually joined the National Guard. While getting zero recruits for $26.5 million spent on a program designed to increase recruitment is bad enough, there are other reasons to eliminate this practice. The fact is that times have changed. Military recruitment is surging because of our poor economy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and, at the same time, our nation is actually in the process of reducing the size of our military as a way to cut expenditures. Many people might look at this vote and see it as insignificant. After all, $72.3 million seems small when compared with a debt nearing $16 trillion. But, we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get so far in debt over night. And as we look to tighten our belts, every penny counts.

Treasurer Reduces Expenses to Generate an Additional $1.6 Million Surplus while Achieving Efficiencies Across the Office State Treasurer Josh Mandel (R) released the Fiscal Year 2012 Annual Report last week, which details ways the office was able to generate a $1.6 million surplus in the fiscal year that just ended, and highlights other efficiencies and accomplishments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been extremely focused on tightening the belt of government and reducing spending in the Treasurerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office, which has allowed us to reduce operating expenses and generate a $1.6 million surplus in the fiscal year that just ended. This surplus is in addition to the $400,000 surplus we achieved from the budget that we inherited upon taking office, and brings the total surplus generated in the Ohio Treasurerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office over the last 18 months to $2 million,â&#x20AC;? said Treasurer Mandel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have reduced payroll, slashed expenses, and found ways to save mil-

lions by increasing efficiencies in bond programs and maximizing investments in our liquidity portfolio. We have also launched an innovative new program to help increase investment earnings for local governments, while increasing Ohio credit ratings.â&#x20AC;? This report follows the

that fact that the office was able to: Generate a $1.6 million surplus in Fiscal Year 2012. Reduce budgeted payroll by more than $944,000. Achieve an 11% reduction in operating expenses. Lock in two percent interest rates on economic refundings in four bond programs to save the state $7.9 million in debt service. Guest Column Launch a new local Josh Mandel government investment (R)-Ohio program, STAR Plus, to State Treasurer help school districts, libraries, cities and other local entities triple their yield on investFiscal Year 2011 and ments, increasing earnings Calendar Year 2011 Top- from 8 to 25 basis points. Bottom Review reports Receive an upgrade released by Treasurer from Standard & Poorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Mandel, and continues to the Ohio Enterprise Bond build on and outline many Fund to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;AA+â&#x20AC;&#x2122; from â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;AA-â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, of the ways that the office their first ratings increase has been able to streamline of this fund since 2003. and improve operations to Increase the achieve savings for Ohio Treasurerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Liquidity taxpayers. Some highlights Portfolio by $2.5 billion of the current report include since taking office.

New service will make it easier for voters to meet their responsibilities, while enhancing the overall accuracy and security of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voter rolls. Columbus â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted today launched a new online service that allows Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registered voters to update their voting address online. This new tool, housed at www.MyOhioVote.com, will help voters in meeting their primary responsibility: To be registered at their current addresses 30 days prior to an election. Additionally, reducing manual data entry at Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s boards of elections will save tax dollars and improve the accuracy and security of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voter rolls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are making it easier for Ohio voters to do their part in making Election Day run smoothly,â&#x20AC;? Secretary Husted said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This added convenience for voters is also a powerful tool against voter fraud as current and accurate voter rolls leave less room for abuse.â&#x20AC;? The most common reason a voter must cast a provisional rather than a regular ballot on Election Day is because they have not updated their address prior to the voter registration deadline. Provisional votersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ballots must be verified for eligibility in the days following an election before they can be included in the official tally. Secretary Husted noted that had this system been in place during the 2008 Presidential

Election, an estimated 130,000 voters who cast a provisional ballot could have taken advantage of this convenience and voted a regular ballot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With more voters expected to participate in the Presidential Election, it follows that there will be more provisional ballots. My hope is that more Ohioans will take advantage of the new Online Change of Address System so they can vote a regular ballot,â&#x20AC;? Husted said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is another positive step in making Ohio elections run better.â&#x20AC;? All Ohioans of voting age

as possible are able to update their information online, the Secretary of Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is working with the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) to share data. Every month the BMV provides identification information to complete voter records. Currently, more than 6 million of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registered voters will be able to change their address online. Upon completing the online process, the voterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s county board of elections will send out a notice to confirm the change in address and provide the voter with their new polling place and precinct information for Election GUEST Day. COLUMN Voters who get their Secretary of address updated between State now and the first week of John Husted October will also be in line R-Ohio to receive an application to vote by mail for the November Presidential will be able to use the site; Election -- an initiative however, in order to update an Secretary of State Husted is address online, the individual sponsoring to ensure voters must already be a registered statewide have equal opportuvoter and must provide four nity to participate, whether identification keys that exactly they choose to vote early, by match whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mail or on Election Day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This November all eyes Statewide Voter Registration Database, including: their last will be on Ohio, and we voters name, Ohio driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license have important decisions to number, the last four digits of make. As chief elections offitheir Social Security number cer, I want to ensure Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and their date of birth. If a voting process is accessible, voter does not meet these accurate and secure so that we requirements, they will be able can all have confidence in the to print and complete a voter results,â&#x20AC;? Husted said. For more information, or registration/change of address form to mail it in to their coun- to access the new Online Change of Address System, go ty board of elections office. To ensure as many voters to MyOhioVote.com.

Funding for Southern Ohio Correctional Facility State Representative Terry Johnson (R) has announced the release of state funding in support of the door control system upgrade project at the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility (SOCF) in Lucasville. The State Controlling Board approved the transfer of $35,011 in S e c u r i t y ImprovementsStatewide funding to the Door Control System Upgrades line item, to release $4,751 for the State Architectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office. It also released $30,260 to obtain design services for the project. The funding will support upgrading the security door control system. The 18-year-old control panel monitors and controls the locking system on 1,680 inmate cell doors. The aging system often fails and is

costly to repair. "It is good that we are getting these much needed upgrades," Johnson said. "I will continue to communicate to legislators and key policy makers the key role played by Southern Ohio Correctional Facility in our stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s penal system. The

based system interfaced through computers over Ethernet, eliminating the obsolete, expensive-torepair system currently in use. The end result will be a door control system that will contribute to a safe and secure environment for inmates and staff while eliminating significant down time because of Guest Column obsolete hardware. Additionally, $133,477 State Representative has been released for the facilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freezer repair Terry Johnson project. The existing R-Ohio freezer and concrete pad were installed more than 20 years ago. The freezer men and women who work is still operational, but the there, as well as their fami- condenser and concrete lies who support their serv- mad need to be replaced. ice to Ohio, deserve only SOCF opened in 1972 the best. These improve- and is a Security Level 3 ments are a start, but much (close), 4 (maximum) and more is needed." 5 (administrative maxiThe proposed project mum) facility. It houses will include installation of a approximately 1,243 male programmable controller- inmates.

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Senior Living Senior Citizen Council Quilting and Needle Arts Pattern of the Week

Can you believe that Adams County schools will all be back in session by next week? Where has the summer gone? Remember back when we were in school? What an exciting time it was! We couldn’t wait to get back with our friends that we hadn’t seen or talked to since last year? (that was back before texting) And, what would our new teacher be like and would we have any new kids in our grade and we were so proud to show off our new clothes and shoes… Times sure have changed since then! We had the Bible in school instead of guns. We had no calculators, computers, keyboards, I-pods, Blackberry’s, Smart phones, MP-3 players or cell phones. We didn’t worry if we had designer clothes with someone’s name on the seat of our pants or how much we paid for tennis shoes or a huge, brand name purse to throw over our shoulder. How in the world did we ever survive?? Time sure changes things and not always for the better (that’s my personal opinion). But, I think kids (especially the little ones) still get excited about going to school and their mind is not always on looking out for traffic. Let’s all be extra careful, especially on foggy mornings and keep a watchful eye out for them. This hot, humid weather may hang around for a while so, seniors, please stay inside as much as possible or go to a cool location where you can be comfortable. After the temperature reaches above 90 a fan doesn’t do much good except to blow the hot air around. I’ve heard people say that the hot temperatures this year have affected them more that usual. You are welcome to come to the Senior Center (located in old hosp. bldg.) We have a large, air-conditioned room with games, puzzles, a big flatscreened TV, reading material and a nice comfy couch to rest on plus lots of good company.

If you have time to spare between errands or appointments or you just want to get away from everything and get out of the house and relax, we invite you to come and visit with us. Just take it easy, nothing is as important as your health, so don’t take chances in this dangerously hot weather! Come on out and get involved in some of the activities we have going on every week here at the Senior Center. Each Tuesday & Thursday from 10-11 am is Gentle Chair Yogi Class. On Tuesday afternoon at 1 pm is Movie & Popcorn time. The Scrappy Quilters Club meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesday from 10 am – 3 pm. Each Thursday from 12:30-3:30 pm we have card games. On the 2nd Friday at 11 am GENESIS comes to check blood pressure/blood sugars. 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 5443979 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. Many Americans seem to think that retirement years are a time to slow down, sit on the couch, watch TV, throw in the towel and just vegetate. WRONG! Although all of us probably feel that way now and then, we are aware that some type of exercise is an important key to influencing the length and quality of our life. Now, most of us don’t even like to talk about exercise – but…here are a few things to consider before we give up on it: * It is a way to attain, or maintain, good physical and mental health necessary to an independent life-style. * It prolongs reliance on family, friends, paid caregivers or a Nursing Center. * It can equipment you to withstand the stress of every-

day life and reduces mental fatigue, tension and boredom. * It can make you look, feel and act younger. Persons past the usual retirement age can continue to be vigorous with strong bones and muscles if they have a regular exercise program and eat a well-balanced diet, and….it’s never too late to start! Anyone will show some improvement if they just get up off the couch and throw away those unhealthy foods. Now, here’s something we certainly don’t want to hear, but…tiredness is often the result of poor circulation brought on from the lack of movement and activity. Be careful to begin slow and get started. Exercise doesn’t have to be strenuous…any kind of movement is better than none. You might just be surprised at the difference it can make. But, before you begin any type of exercise program, consult your doctor! We have a trip to the “National Quartet Convention” in Louisville, KY. scheduled for September 14-16! Just sit back and relax and enjoy hours of great gospel music and meet and talk with many of your favorite Gospel Groups, plus visit the Louisville Science Center, shop at St. Matthews Mall and Florence Mall and attend Sunday morning service at Graceland Baptist Church. Cost: $399.00 per person/double occ. For more info, call 937-544-3979. TIME IS RUNNIG OUT! The ABCAP Summer Crisis Program ends August 31st. This program can provide assistance on your electric bill up to $250.00. To apply for an air conditioner, the household must not have received one in 2009, 10 or 11. For eligibility requirements, more information or to schedule an appointment, call ABCAP at 1-800233-7891. JUST A THOUGHT: Go ahead, go that extra mile. It’s never crowded…

Crochet Poncho Pattern With back to school days coming and my most favorite time of the year, Autumn, I thought I would discuss how to make a poncho. While I have purchased and made complicated patterns for a cape style that had buttons up the front, I thought I would share the basic pattern which one can use their favorite stitch to complete. One uses six large squares, the other two long rectangles. The possibilities are endless. Also I have seem ponchos made with a simple circle opening, and then worked in the round until it was large enough. The possibilities are endless. Please share your artwork with us and send us a picture or your completed project, your name and if we can feature you as an artist in an upcoming paper.

Dear Miss Needles Dear Miss Needles: Can you tell me what the name is for the tool you make rugs with? Signed, I-need-a hook. Dear Ineda: IT depends. In the 1970's latch-hook rugs were popular. The kits contained yarn cut the same length and some rug canvas with a pattern stamped on that showed where to put the various colors of yarn. (I still have one I did with a mushrooms design.) There is also a revival in the old-fashioned burlap or jute backed rugs where you hook or pull strips of wool fabric up through a burlap backing to make a design. Those rugs usually require a standard rug hook. I recently purchased one at a large retailer so they are readily available. the hooks

usually have a sturdy handle with a hook similiary to a crochet hook sticking out of it. Good luck and happy hooking. Dear Miss Needles: I have a lot of old hooks that need re-coated as they have rust or corrosion that catches my yarn, fabric, etc. Any ideas on how to get a few more years out of these? They were in the family and I hate to get rid of them. Signed: Having Separation Anxiety Dear HSA: While there are restoration shows on TV that show and tout that anything can be restored, I have never seen the finish on a hook or needle be repaired. That being said, I did once glue a large button onto the end of a broom-stick afghan needle

after I lost the end cap and it worked nicely. keeping my yarn from sliding off. Most needles simply need to be replaced when they are no longer allowing for smooth and timely work. I did see a woman once on an airplane that has a piece of electrical tape around the end of a hook so I am assuming it was covering a rusty or damaged area. Otherwise, I think you need to frame them with pictures of the family members who used them, along with some of their work and buy new ones. Do you have a question you would like Miss Needles to answer? If so, please contact her at: dearmissneedles@ yahoo.com or write to her in care of The Informer.

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Adams County Commissioners The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in Regular Session on Monday, July 30, 2012, with the following members present: Justin Cooper and Roger Rhonemus. Clerk Diane Ward and Assistant Clerk Linda Mendenhall were also present. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the minutes. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve

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Meeting with Peebles Village pertaining to sewer lines Manchester School Based Health Center - complimented It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the OWDA payment requests for Distel Construction, Inc. in the amount of $132,688.70, and URS Corporation in the amount of $2,920.88 upon the request of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve a CHIP Satisfaction Mortgage upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea Dog Warden Paul Hughes and Sally Hayslip met with the board to discuss kennel personnel. It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by

Roger Rhonemus to enter into Executive Session at 9:48 a.m. to discuss personnel with Facilities Director Sally Hayslip and Dog Warden Paul Hughes. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to reconvene at 10:06 a.m. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea Ms. Hayslip and Mr. Hughes also discussed the process for humane incident reporting. Any formal complaints received will have to be filed through the Sheriff’s office. With permission from the owner, Mr. Hughes would have them sign a “consent to search” form. If they refuse, the court will have to issue a search warrant for Mr. Hughes to enter the property. Mr. Hughes is only responsible for dog issues right now. The Humane Agency will have to take care of any other animals. Picking up injured dogs on the highway is a con-

cern because funding was not allowed for taking dogs to the vet for treatment, so funding will have to be provided. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to hire Dennis Newton as Pound Keeper on a part-time temporary basis commencing July 31, 2012 at a rate of $8.00 per hour for a six-month probation period and waiving Personnel Policy Section 2.01, I, 7 for this employee only upon the recommendation of Sally Hayslip. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to hire Rick Setty as Maintenance Personnel on a part-time basis commencing August 1, 2012, upon the retirement of Janitor Stephen Lewis, at a rate of $12.00 per hour for a ninety-day probation period upon the recommendation of Facilities Director Sally Hayslip. Continued on page 8

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back yard, good space for garden. $31,000. MAKE OFFER. R28 – WEST UNION – Brick home featuring 1506 SF living area, 2 BR, 1.5 baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, lots of closet space, elec. radiant heat, C/A, wood burning F/P, city water/sewer, att. garage, front & back porches, small barn. This is a very nice home in immaculate condition. PRICE REDUCED TO $119,900. 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.

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. 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, 1car garage, fenced back yard. $84,900.

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. $69,900. R22 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1764 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, cellar, gas furnace, gas F/P, 3 A/C, hardwood floors, 2-car att. garage, back deck, $5,000 worth of landscaping. $54,900. 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

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.

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.

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. 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.

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

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.

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. PRICE REDUCED TO $44,900.

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

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, 2-car 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.

R6 - NEW LISTING - MANCHESTER - Completely remodeled frame home with vinyl siding on 0.928 acre, 1224 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, large utility room, (new windows, kitchen cabinets, heat pump, C/A, water heater, bath, flooring, updated electric & plumbing, drywall & insulation), 2 barns (16x12, 13x20). $89,900.

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, 1cat att. garage, front porch, large back deck. PRICED REDUCED TO $72,500.

H6 – PEEBLES - 1.29 acres with vinyl sided home built in 1997, 1792 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, new elec. heat pump, C/A, county water, vinyl & hardwood floors, 2-car garage, storage building. $139,900.

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. R48 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, utility room, public water/sewer, 10x16 building. PRICE REDUCED TO $35,900. R50 – WEST UNION - Newly remodeled frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with nice cabinets, laundry room, basement, nat. gas furnace, city water/sewer, covered front porch, 12x12 storage barn, nice 1/4 acre lot. $44,900. 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, 2car carport, patio. A MUST SEE – PRICED TO SELL AT $145,000. 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 2.171 acres in very nice location. PRICE REDUCED TO $110,000. MOTIVATED SELLER. ADDITIONAL ACREAGE AVAILABLE.

H34 – MANCHESTER – 2.32 acres with brick/vinyl sided home, 1176 SF living area plus finished basement, 2 BR with possible 3rd BR, 1 ½ baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, utility room, elec. furnace, F/P, county water, hardwood floors, large porch, 8x10 building. $59,900. 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.

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. 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. H20 - BLUE CREEK - 3.756 acres with vinyl sided frame home, 2520 SF living area, 3 BR with large master suite added in 2009, 2 1/2 baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with new appliances, dining room, lots of closets, large storage area, elec. heat pump, C/A, Anderson windows, 3car garage, large front porch. $149,900. 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, 2car att. garage, front & back decks, nice location on 1 acre next to Adams Lake. PRICE REDUCED TO $98,500.

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. 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.

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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. PRICE REDUCED TO $259,000. 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. F8 - WEST UNION - 30 acre farm privately situated at end of dead end road, fully furnished 4-year-old frame home with vinyl siding, 2944 SF living area + poured walk-out basement,

open floor plan, 3 BR all with walk-in closets, 2 full baths, living room, large kitchen with appliances, island & lots of cabinets, dining room, office, mud room, elec. heat pump, C/A with humidifier, wood furnace, gas stove, flooring is combination of hardwood, tile & carpeting, att. garage, 2 decks, large machinery shed, large barn, 4 large outbuildings, horse facilities, 2 ponds. Owners are moving out of country so all furniture & appliances included with home, regretful sale. A MUST SEE! $395,000. F10 – BENTONVILLE AREA – 89.223 acre farm with approx. 70 tillable acres, Old 2336 SF farm house not in livable condition but could be rehabbed, 12x20 garage, 3 barns (48x36, 72x48, 28x26), corn crib. Good location, land could be farmed or developed. $311,500. 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. F16 - SEAMAN - 28.88 acre farm in nice location next to Tranquility wildlife area, frame home with vinyl siding, 1376 SF living area plus finished basement, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. heat pump, C/A, gas F/P, wood stove, 2-car garage, 40x24 barn, 8x10 barn, 30x24 shed with lean-to, pond, acreage is mostly level with approx. 25 acres tillable. $203,000.

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. 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. VACANT LAND V4 – OTWAY AREA – 196 wooded acres. $195,000. 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. V10 - OTWAY - 92.962 wooded acres bordering Shawnee State Forest, 2 small barns, electric & water available, nice hunting land & nice place to build home. $152,000.

V14 – WEST UNION AREA – 2 wooded acres on blacktop county road with over 300 feet of road frontage, county 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 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. B8 – PEEBLES – 1 acre lot with office building located in high traffic area in town. Property previously used as car lot. PRICED TO SELL AT $72,900. B18 – MANCHESTER – Large 2-story commercial building located on corner of Pike St. & Second St. (US 52), 2500+ SF on both floors. Building has previously been a hardware store but could be used for many types of business, also a storage area behind building, building has nat. gas furnace, C/A, city utilities. A good investment at $50,000.

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Adams County Commissioners Continued from page 7 Airport Board members Bill Shelby, Warren Lewis, and Bruce Ashley met with the board to discuss purchasing aviation fuel. Discussed NOTAM for fuel notices. It has an effect on the sales if the tanks are empty. Also discussed lights that were not working at the airport that the contractor needs to address. The Airport Board will be contacting Delta Consultants to get the lights fixed. Engineer David Hook and Mike Hughes met with the board for the Road Resurfacing Bid Opening The following bids were received: The Shelly Company $914,988.50 Brown County Construction, Inc. $719,957.32

It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to award the Road Resurfacing Bid to Brown County Construction, Inc. in the amount of $719,957.32 upon the recommendation of Engineer David Hook. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea Jeff and Lisa Newman met with the board to discuss the Faith Road property easement. The easement documents were reviewed and forwarded to legal counsel for approval. It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to enter into Executive Session at 1:04 p.m. to discuss “Imminent Litigation” with Assistant Prosecutor Dana Whalen, CCAO Executive Director Larry Long, CCAO

Senior Policy Analyst Joshua Hahn, and E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus yea. It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to reconvene at 2:09 p.m. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea. Investment Advisory Board/Quarterly meeting 2:30 p.m. Meeting called to order by Roger Rhonemus. Lisa Newman presented and reviewed the 2nd quarter investment report. Minutes were read and approved. The Investment Board adjourned at 2:35 p.m. It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to adjourn at 2:36 p.m. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea

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$40.00 $36.50

$114.00 $105.00 $113.50 $113.00 $106.00

$130.00 $150.00 $150.00 $135.00 $100.00 $95.00

$120.00 $200.00 $165.00 $72.50

Goats Headage 97 All Goats

$160.00

Adams County Land Transfers

Jerry and Opal Mustain to James M. and Janet M. Haas, 2.122 acres, Green Twp., $128,000. Barry Darrell and Nola Jo Warfe, Trustee and Warfe Family Trust to Michael and Ashlee Cheesbro, 2.00 acres, Meigs Twp., $200,000. Greg Carroll to Russell L., Ivette and Brent A. Shupert, 1.532 acres Seaman Village and 46.287 acres, Scott Twp., $122,000. Citifinancial to Vickie Trodglen, o.39 acres, Sprigg Twp., $30,000. Chad Austin and Megan Moore to John G. Cooper, 5.006 acres, Scott Twp. $73,000. Toby and Terri Wallace to Mark T. and Julia Wallace, 1.75 acres, Bratton

Adams County Court Of Common Pleas MARRIAGE REPORT Brandon Grooms, 31 and Jennifer Pistole, 29, both of West Union. Brent Allan Weakley, 34 and Christi Jo Gibson, 36, both of Otway.

Twp., $54,900. Federal Home Loan to Thomas Partin, Lot 16, West Union Village, $26,475. Richard Spear to John G. and Joanne G. Smale, 69.293 acres, Scott Twp., $360,000. Emerson L. Jodrey to Federal Home Loan, Part Lot 32, West Union Village, $33,350. James A. and Candace R. Nichols to Fifth Third Mortgage Co., 4.61 acres, Meigs Twp., $92,000. Lois M. Tankersley to Richard L. and Sue A. Bayer, 40.98 acres, Bratton Twp., $132,500. Gerald and Joy E. Lyons to Deborah L. Johnson, 12.74 acres, Scott Twp., $80,000.

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Homes For Rent

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For Rent

Oak Rocking Chair with cushion $200.00 OBO. Civil War pants, Capt. hat. $40.00. 7984061. 8/14

For Sale

2 bedroom, living room, dinning room, kitchen, bath, full basement, large yard. In West Union, close to everything on North St. $400 month plus deposit. Willow Valley, LLC 544-5053. 8/21

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2 bedroom, living room, dinning room, kitchen, bath, large yard, North St., West Union. $350.00 month plus deposit. Willow Valley, LLC 5445053. 8/21

No Trespassing, Hunting, Fishing or 4-wheeling on property. 30 acres Franklin Twp., 77 acres Bratton Twp., Day or night. Shirley Myers.

Misc. For Sale

Camping For Sale

For Sale

Miller Bobcat 250 welder, 10 I-Beams 30' long 16" tall, Misc. metal working tools. 937-441-7683. 8/21

Camping on the Ohio River Full hook-ups and primitive. Twin Islands. 937 549-2701. 11/6

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Sheep & Lambs Headage 77 Choice Wools $88.00 Roasters $185.00 Feeder Lambs $130.00 Aged Slaughter Sheep $60.00

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Office Equipment

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Back to Farm Calves Headage 2 Bulls (75-110lbs.) $200.00 $250.00

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WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL! Manchester Local School District Open House is Tuesday, August 14 at 5:00 p.m. Students First Day of School is Thursday, August 16. Adams County/Ohio Valley School District Students First Day of School is Monday, August 20. Backpack Safety

Backpacks make it easy to transport books to and from school, but overloaded backpacks can strain muscles. Select a backpack with wide, padded shoulder straps, and make sure your child uses both shoulder straps to avoid putting too much strain on one shoulder. Rolling backpacks are a good choice if your child is small and has difficulty with a regular backpack. Before buying a rolling backpack, make sure your child's school allows them.

Bus Safety

School buses are a popular means of transportation, with approximately 24 million students in the United States riding buses to school, according to the Federal Citizen Information Center. School bus safety starts before the bus even arrives at the bus stop. Children shouldn't play in the street while waiting for the bus and should line up in front of the bus, not alongside it, so the driver can see every child waiting to enter the bus. Once on the bus, students should quickly find their seats and use seatbelts if provided. Explain to your children that it's important to remain in their seats, facing forward, to prevent injury should the bus stop suddenly. When leaving the bus, children should wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before exiting. If children need to cross the street, they should do so at least 10 feet in front of the bus and wait for a signal from the bus driver that it is safe to cross.

School Phone Numbers West Union Elementary School 544-2951 West Union High School 544-5553 Manchester Elementary School 549-4777 Manchester High School 549-4777 Peebles Elementary School 587-2611 Peebles High School 587-2681 North Adams Elementary School 386-2516 North Adams High School 386-2528

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bicycle riders must pay special attention to their surroundings and ride their bikes as far as possible to the right side of the road to avoid contact with cars. Make sure your children stop when approaching a driveway to avoid a possible collision with a vehicle. Explain that it might not be easy for someone backing out of a driveway to see a child on a bicycle. Helmets should always be worn to prevent head injuries that can occur if your child is thrown from the bicycle.

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