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Sheriff's Department is Awarded to keep School Drug Prevention Programs Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced that the Adams County Sheriff's Office and 189 other law enforcement agencies will share 3.9 million dollars in grant money to keep anti-drug programs in Ohio's schools. The Adams County Sheriff's Department is awarded $12,753.75. The $3.8 million Drug Use Prevention Grants will help pay to keep school resource officers and DARE officers on school grounds. The money will also expand the focus of the anti-drug campaign to include the dangers of prescription drugs, as well as drugs like marijuana, cocaine and heroin. "Prescription drugs are leaving the medicine cabinets and are ending up in school hallways," said Attorney General Mike DeWine. "This is a serious problem,

Missing Teen Found on Mother's Day

and we must do everything we can to teach students that prescription drugs are just as deadly as street drugs." Funding for the grants comes from driver's license reinstatement fees collected from convicted drunk drivers when their driving privileges are restored. Agenies that are close to Adams that was awarded this year's recipients of the Drug Use Prevention Grant includes: Ross County Ross County Sheriff's Office $13,349.86 Chillicothe Police Department $25,237.32 Clermont County Miami Township Police Department $25,505.60 Milford Police Department $4,744.30

Major changes coming to some local post offices

Shayla L. Tumbelson

James W. Applegate

Shayla L. Tumbelson, 15, of West Union, a missing teen that had been missing since last Thursday, was found safe and unharmed. Tumbleson was last seen with a James W. Applegate, 21, at 59 Tracy Run Rd., Stout. The Adams County Sheriff's Department put out an alert on Tumbleson and the Applegate subjects. Manchester K9 Officer Robert Peters and Djanga was called out on Mother's Day Sunday, May 13, to aid in the search. Officer Peters started at 3129 Blue Creek Rd., Stout to track Tumbleson. Djanga had sniffed Tumbleson clothing to gather a scent. Djanga tracked the scent for 3 miles back a lane and officers found the subjects in the cabin sleeping. Tumbleson, was transported to her parents. Bringing a Mother's Day wish come true to her mother Misti Hackworth. If you have any information regarding this case contact the Adams County Sheriff's Office at 937-544-2314. The Informer will follow this story for any and all updates and will report as it develops.

Wreath Placed in Honor of Chief Troutman Under the proposal, the Lynx Post Office will remain open, with reduced hours. Bentonville

and Stout will also remain open.

until September 2014. Once implementation is completed, the Postal Service estimates savings of a half billion dollars annually. “The Postal Service is committed to serving America’s communities and providing a responsible and fair approach for our employees and customers,” said Megan Brennan, Postal Service Chief Operating Officer. “The Post Offices in rural America will remain open unless a community has a strong preference for one of the other options. We will not close any of these rural Post Offices without having provided a viable solution. Locally, several Post Offices on the chopping block would be spared but with reduced hours. Those include Bentonville, Lynx, and Decatur. However, other Post Offices that were not on the closure list released last summer will have significant reductions in hours. Currently, service hours for those Post Offices affected are as follows: Bentonville will be reduced from six to two hours; Decatur will be reduced from eight to two hours; Sinking Spring from eight to four hours, Blue Creek will go from eight to four hours, Cherry Fork will go from eight to two, Lynx will go from four hours to two, and Stout will be reduced from six to two hours daily. The Postal Service will

provide an opportunity for the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) to review this plan prior to making any changes. The Postal Service intends to file a request for an advisory opinion on the plan with the PRC later this month. Community meetings would then be conducted to review options in greater detail. Communities will be notified by mail of the date, time and location of these meetings. A voluntary early retirement incentive for the nation’s more than 21,000 non-executive postmasters was also announced. Survey research conducted by the respected Opinion Research Corporation (ORC) in February, showed 54 percent of rural customers would prefer the new solution to maintain a local Post Office. Fortysix percent prefer one of the previously announced solutions (20% prefer Village Post Office, 15% prefer providing services at a nearby Post Office, 11% prefer expanded rural delivery). This strategy would enable a town to possibly have a Post Office with modified hours, as well as a Village Post Office. The Postal Service has implemented a voluntary moratorium on all postal facility closings through May 15, 2012. No closings or changes to Post Office operations will occur until after that time.

WU FFA Donates Money West Union FFA recently donated $125 to the Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry. The money will be matched through a matching funds program from The Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Pictured is Zac Thomas, West Union FFA president, presenting a check to Tim Montgomery, Adams County Coordinator for Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry.

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The Village of Manchester spent last week mourning the loss of Police Chief Bruce Troutman. A wreath was placed outside of the Community Building on Monday, May 7. The police officers and the deputies of

Adams County all wore their mourning band across the badges that they wear. The mourning band is a solid black band that fit tightly around the badge. "Manchester not only has lost a chief, but a friend," said Mayor Troy A. Jolly.

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MHS Jr. Beta Forecasts Severe Weather Adams county area as well as Mason and Lewis counties. The watches and warnings include flash flooding, thunderstorms, and tornados.

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Meth Lab Busted.... Suspect Remains at Large, Senator Portman visits Adams County, BCI Begins Examining Evidence in U.S. Navy Veterans Association Case, Manchester Junior Beta Donates to K9 Unit and Quilter Wins Best of Show. Pictured (L/R): During the presentation is Vice President Gabe Horsley, MHS Principal Mr. Jamie Wilkins, President Rickey DeAtley and Secretary Marissa Gulley. The Manchester Junior and by donating a NOAA Beta club is in the business to Weather Band Radio to the predict severe weather in and high school; they have proven around our village, just not in just how serious they are the sense of taking the place about the issue. of a meteorologist. Members The weather radio emits felt it important to do all pos- a loud beeping sound when a sible to ensure the safety of watch or warning has been those students attending issued by the National school during severe weather, Weather Service for the

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OBITUARIES

The following obituaries are on page 3 of this week’s edition: Dale “Boogs” Camden, John Brown, Betty (Johnson) Conley, Wayne Garrison, Bruce Troutman, Susan Baker Booher, Larry Prater, Bessie Honig, David Lee Moore, Gilbert McGuire and Berneda Myers.

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Under proposal, those on chopping block locally will remain The U.S. Postal Service announced a new strategy today that could keep the nation’s smallest Post Offices open for business, while providing a framework to achieve significant cost savings as part of the plan to return the organization to financial stability. The plan would keep the existing Post Office in place, but with modified retail window hours to match customer use. Access to the retail lobby and to PO Boxes would remain unchanged, and the town’s ZIP Code and community identity would be retained. “Meeting the needs of postal customers is, and will always be, a top priority. We continue to balance that by better aligning service options with customer demand and reducing the cost to serve,” said Postmaster General and CEO Patrick R. Donahoe. “With that said, we’ve listened to our customers in rural America and we’ve heard them loud and clear – they want to keep their Post Office open. We believe today’s announcement will serve our customers’ needs and allow us to achieve real savings to help the Postal Service return to long-term financial stability.” The new strategy would be implemented over a twoyear, multi-phased approach and would not be completed

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Leslie D. Inglis

Edward (Butch) Burson

Brown County Sheriff Dwayne Wenninger reports that on Tuesday, May 1, Deputies responded to a call of a possible burglary at 5468 Mt. Aire Road, Ripley. The resident had reportedly been gone from the residence when parents observed lights on and persons inside the residence. When the parents went to investigate further, one suspect identified as Edward (Butch) Burson fled on foot. The other suspect identified as Leslie Inglis remained inside the residence. Burson is a relative of the resident. After Deputies arrived at the scene, they discovered a meth lab inside the home and Inglis was taken into custody. A search warrant was obtained from the Brown County Municipal Court Judge, Joseph M. Worley. The crime scene unit from the

Brown County Sheriff’s Office was contacted to take charge of the chemicals and meth related items. Charges of Manufacturing Drugs a 2nd Degree Felony and Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals used to Manufacture Drugs which is a 3rd Degree Felony have been filed on the following: Leslie D. Inglis, 26, of Cincinnati and Edward (Butch) Burson, 21, of Georgetown. Inglis remains incarcerated at the Brown County Adult Detention Center on a $20,000 cash, surety bond. Burson remains at large. Anyone with information as to his whereabouts is asked to contact the Brown County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Unit at 937-378-4435 Ext. 125 or Ext. 130.

Senator Portman visits Adams County Congressional Candidate Brad Wenstrup tours with Portman Senator Rob Portman said Friday the economy is the overriding issue for this year's elections, and that Republicans should stay focused on that, not gay marriage. Portman said voters are most concerned about jobs, deficits and economic uncertainty, and that gives Mitt Romney the advantage for November. Recent speculation has mentioned Portman as a possible running mate for the presumptive Republican presidential nominee. Portman was showing the district to GOP Congressional Nominee Brad Wenstrup, who upset U.S. Rep. Jean Schmidt in the March primary. During the visit at the Wayside Inn, Portman acknowledged that he had endorsed Schmidt and voter for her, but he also had a relationship with Wenstrup and thought he would be an excellent Member of Congress, just as Schmidt has been. Wenstrup took time to tell the audience of about 40 people about himself. He is a Podiatrist and a Army Veteran. In his mid-50's, Wenstrup was getting married on Saturday to his bride, Monica Cline. Wenstrup would not commit to keeping an office in Adams County, however, said that if successful in November, he would take a look at it. Wenstrup is facing little known Democrat William Smith from Pike County in the general election.

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Meth Lab Busted....Suspect Remains at Large

Pictured Brad Wenstrup speaks at the

Wayside Inn, as Senator Portman looks on.

At stops in Mount Orab, West Union and Portsmouth, audience questions were mainly about the economy and the Obama administration health care overhaul. Meanwhile, Portman was asked by Chuck Dailey of Peebles if he'd accept if asked to run as vice president. "I plan to stay where I am, I really do," replied Portman, who was an early backer of Romney's candidacy and has campaigned for him in other states.

BCI Begins Examining Evidence in U.S. Navy Veterans Association Case Manchester Junior Beta Donates to K9 Unit Forensic scientists with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) have started the next phase in the case against long-time fugitive Bobby Thompson. Experts have already began testing evidence seized in Portland, Oregon, where authorities arrested the alleged founder of the United States Navy Veterans Association last week. The evidence includes nearly $1 million found in a storage closet, along with a suitcase filled with birth certificates and other items. "Bobby Thompson is a despicable man who did nothing but steal from

Americans by appealing to their patriotism," said Attorney General DeWine. "He took tens of thousands of individual donations from Ohioans who expected their money was going to help veterans, but that money only helped fill Thompson's pockets." Thompson allegedly stole millions of dollars in donations from people in 41 states under the ruse of the veterans' charity. Ohio BCI agents and U.S. Marshals found Thompson in Oregon last week. He has been on the run since 2010. Attorney General DeWine is also asking for the public's help to deter-

mine the suspect's real name. Investigators believe "Bobby Thompson" is just one of several aliases the man used during his lifetime. Other aliases, released by BCI agents include: • Anderson Yazzie • Alan Reace Lacy • Kenneth D. Morsette • Dale Anderson Booqua Anyone with information on the real identity of Bobby Thompson is urged to call 1-855-BCI-OHIO. The suspect, who pleaded not guilty to 22 charges against him remains in jail without bond. He is scheduled to be back in court for a pre-trial hearing.

Pictured (L/R): Chief Bruce Troutman, Rickey DeAtley, Marissa Gulley, Gabe Horsley and K-9 Officer Robert Peters.

The Junior Beta club donated $1,000 to assist in the purchase and training of the Dutch Shepherd, D’Jenga. The 2011-12 officers: President Rickey DeAtley, Vice President Gabe Horsley, and Secretary Marissa Gulley. The members of the Junior Beta worked many community service hours and were able to contribute the donation as a result of group efforts, not only of the Beta members of this year but of an accumulation of years. Giving to the community is the pride of the Beta clubs all across America. Manchester Junior Beta is proud and honored to participate in such an important role in the efforts of curbing the crime rate in our village.

Quilter Wins Best of Show Adams County Sheriff Intake and Release Report May 4 - 11

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Carol Phipps is pictured with her Christmas Cactus Quilt.

Carol Phipps, of West Union, won four awards with the two bed quilts. Phipps entered the Chatfield College Quilt Show and Contest on April 28. Both quilts were machine pierced and machine quilted on her long arm quilting machine. Both quilts were entered in the same class.

The first entry was called Christmas Cactus. It won First in Class, Best of Show and Viewers Choice in the machine Quilted Division. Her seconded entry was called Rockets Red Glare recieved Honorable mention. Carol is a member of Quilts n More Quilting Club.

David W. Bennington, 28, Manchester, Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for mAnufacture of Drugs. Booked 4/24 Released 5/4. Terry Lane Bennington, 36, Blue Creek, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 4/20 Released 5/9. Roger Bolton, 41, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 5/6 Released 5/6. Britney Rochelle Brodt, 26, Blue Creek, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 4/19 Released 5/9. Danny Laine Brown, 49, Georgetown, Driving Under Suspension annd Driving Under the Influence. Booked 1/26 Released 5/4. Thomas Allen Cook, 36, West Union, Obstructing Justice. Booked 5/2 Released 5/4. David L. Deaton Jr., 22, Manchester, Possession of Dangerous Drugs. Booked 5/5 Released 5/8. Fernando A. Diaz, 35, Otisco, Ind., Hold for another department. Booked 5/3

Released 5/4. Matthew C. Evans, 35, Otisco, Ind., Hold for another department. Booked 5/3 Released 5/4. Michael P. Gibson, 24, Peebles, Driving Under Suspension. Booked 4/24 Released 5/4. Bobby Lee Hanshaw, 27, Columbus, Failure to Appear on a Felony Charge. Booked 5/8 Released 5/10. Angela May Higbee, 33, Winchester, Endangering Children. Booked 5/9 Released 5/10. Brandon W. Lanham, 28, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 5/6 Released 5/6. Roger E. Lauderback, 42, Peebles, Possession of Dangerous Drugs. Booked 5/8. Danielle Nicole Lee, 27, Blue Creek, Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 5/8 Released 5/9. Brian P. Long, 38, West Union, Burglary. Booked 5/10. Charles L. Lowe, 40, Peebles, Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 4/3 Released 5/7. Jonathan N. McCann, 30,

Manchester, Theft. Booked 5/9 Released 5/10. Andrew Scott Mullenix, 23, Williamsburg, Domestic Violence. Booked 4/29 Released 5/7. Thomas E. Porter, 19, Seaman, Probation Detainer. Booked 5/1 Released 5/4. Bonnie R. Smith, 43, Cincinnati, Probation Detainer. Booked 5/4 Released 5/7. Angela A. Spires, 22, Peebles, Possession of Drugs. Booked 5/2 Released 5/10. Steven Allen Sturgill, 24, West Union, Failure to Appear. Booked 5/2 Released 5/4. James D. Towner, 34, M a n c h e s t e r , DomesticViolence. Booked 4/14 Released 5/4. Shonna R. Varney, 18, Seaman, Drug Paraphernalia and Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 5/3 Released 5/4. Donald Ray Waldron, 33, West Union, Breaking and Entering. Booked 5/1 Released 5/7. Nicky Ray West, 37, West Union, Failure to Pay Child Support. Booked 5/1 Released 5/4.

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Obituaries

Dale “Boogs” Camden, 67, of West Union, and formerly of Glen Este in Clermont County died Sunday, May 6, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center in Seaman. He was born December 24, 1944, in Cincinnati. He was preceded in death by his father Marion Camden. He is survived by wife Faye (Hardwick) Camden of West Union; three sons Troy Scott (Leslie) Camden of Manchester, Connecticut; Doug (Amy) Camden of Anderson Township in Hamilton County and Jason (Molly) Camden of Batavia; mother Alice Camden of Batavia; two brothers Richard Camden of Amelia, Steve Camden of Batavia; one sister Carol Stockman of Mt. Carmel; three grandchildren Colt, Ashleigh and Xavier Camden; aunt Pat Danner of Unity and nephews and nieces. He was a former member of the Laborers Local International Union of North America, Local No. 265 in Cincinnati and a former employee of the Brewer Company in Newtown. He was a former member of the Aeolus (motorcycle club) in Cincinnati. He was a US Army Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He was a current member of the American Legion, Matthews–Carter Post No. 325 in Manchester; F.O.E. No. 1564 in Maysville, Kentucky; and the Moose Lodge No. 1904 in Maysville, Kentucky. A private memorial service will be held in June at the convenience of the family. Lafferty Funeral Home is serving the family

Larry Prater

Larry Prater, 67, of West Union, died Friday May 4, at his residence. Mr. Prater was born September 29, 1944 the son of Hattie Ruth Prater of West Union and the late James Prater. Survivors include his mother Hattie Ruth Prater of West Union, four daughters Tina Marie Spires and husband Tim of West Union, Teresa Eileen Prater of West Union, Daisy Prater of West Union and Jeannie Prater of West Union; two sons Larry Kenneth Prater and wife Nancy of Amelia, James Dean Prater and wife Janie of West Union; two brothers Jimmy Prater of Leesburg and Barry Kay Prater of Winchester; two sisters Deanna Shoffstall of Waypokenata and Candee Culp of West Union, several grandchildren and several great grandchildren. A memorial service was held Friday, May 11, at the Adams Lake State Park in West Union. The ThompsonMeeker Funeral Home in West Union, Ohio is serving the family. Memorials can be made to the family of Larry Prater in care of James Dean Prater at 4759 Chapparal Road West Union, Ohio 45693. Friends and Family may sign Mr. Prater’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

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Gilbert McGuire

Gilbert McGuire, 65, of Jefferson Township, died Saturday, May 5, at Kings daughters Hospital in Ashland, Kentucky. He was born June 6, 1946, in Sprigg Township. He was preceded in death by parents Chester and Thema (Lewis) McGuire and one son, Shawn McGuire. He is survived by two daughters: Shan (Craig) Seitz and Gentry McGuire, both of Dayton; one brother Gary McGuire of Helenwood, Tennessee; four sisters: Dorthy (James) Lewis of Seaman, Pat (Jim) Riley of Springboro, Fay McGuire of Wilmington and Georgia Dryden of Cincinnati; three grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The graveside service was held Thursday, May 10, at the Moores Chapel Cemetery in Blue Creek. Reverend Roger Bare officiated. Lafferty Funeral Home of West Union served the family.

John Brown

John Brown, 85, of Peebles, passed away Friday, May 4, at Ohio Veterans Home. He was born in Leesburg, on November 4, 1926 the son of the late Jesse and Gladys (Newkirk) Brown. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife Shirley Stephens, who passed away on April 27, 1991. John was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II. He is survived by his wife Norma (Rhoads) Brown of Peebles, whom he married on July 1, 1994, one son Steve Brown of Cincinnati; one daughter and son-inlaw Nancy and Mike Richmond of Cincinnati; two step daughters and sons-in-law Kim and Doug McFarland of Peebles and Michelle and Jay Buten of Cincinnati; one brother Bob Brown of Hillsboro; one sister Ann Jordan of Hillsboro; one grandchild, one great grandchild and six step grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 9, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles. Todd Zike officiated. Military Rites were given by the Adams County Honor Guard. Burial followed in the Locust Grove Cemetery. 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, 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 of West Union; 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 and Kim Quick of Seaman; three brothers Bob Conley of West Union, Johnny Conley of Indiana and Sam Conley of Seaman; four grandchildren John David Whitley, Virginia Whitley, Jessica Whitely and Annabelle Baker and six step grandchildren; Landen Martin, Zaida Walton, Kara Waits Booher, Connor Burton, Blake Burton and Kody Burton. A memorial service was held Saturday, May 12, at the Life Impact Church in West Union. The ThompsonMeeker 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

Berneda Myers

Berneda Myers, 95, Winchester, passed away Thursday, May 3, at Pinecrest Care Center. She was born in Mowrystown, on May 27, 1916 the daughter of the late Bramble and Beulah (Snider) Martin. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Harry E. Myers, who passed away in 1956 and her sister Violet Ernst. She is survived by four nieces and nephews and four great nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held on Saturday, May 12, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, BradfordSullivan Chapel in Winchester with Curtis Bauske and Dale Parker officiating. To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

Bruce Troutman

Bruce Troutman, 64, of Peebles, passed away Sunday, May 6, at his residence. He was born in Waynesville, North Carolina on August 4, 1947 the son of the late Harold Troutman. Bruce attended the Grace Fellowship Church; he was the Chief of Police in Manchester, a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and a member of the N.R.A. He is survived by his mother Liz (Bradley) Troutman of West Union; his wife Christine (Lovett) Troutman of Peebles, whom he married on October 31, 1987, three sons and daughters-in-law Brian and Christine Murphy of Milford, Jeffrey and Shellie Murphy of Incirlik, Turkey and Shane Troutman of Frederick, Maryland; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Memorial services were held on Friday, May 11, at the Grace Fellowship Church with Rodney Glazebrook officiating. Memorials may be made to the family C/O Christine Troutman, 1365 Inlow Avenue Peebles, Ohio 45660. WallaceThompson Funeral Home in Peebles is in charge of the arrangements. To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

David Lee Moore

David Lee Moore, 63, of Port Charlotte, Florida formerly of West Union, died Sunday May 6, at his residence. Mr. Moore was born March 7, 1949 the son of the late Harmon Junior and Anna Marie (Miller) Moore in Eckmansville. He was also preceded in death by his son Joshua David Moore. Survivors include his wife Dale Loretta Moore of Port Charlotte, Florida; two daughters Erica Joy Voigt and husband James of Winter Haven, Florida; Erin Moore and husband Ryan of Batavia; two sons Jonah Moore of Cincinnati and Kyle Moore of Batavia; four grandchildren Christopher Freeze, Xander Voigt, Shayla Moore and Ryan Moore. Two sisters Patricia Kimberly and husband Francis of Venice, Florida; Fonda Pertuset and husband Ralph of Daytona Beach, Florida; two brothers Eddie Moore and wife Wanda of Winchester, Vernon “Beau” Moore and wife Suzanne of Eckmansville. Graveside services were held Friday May 11, at the Cherry Fork Cemetery in Cherry Fork, under the direction of the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home with Terry Moore officiating. A celebration of life will held at a later date at the First Alliance Church in Port Charlotte, Florida. Memorials can be made to the building fund of Mr. Moore’s home church; First Alliance Church 20444 Midway Blvd., Port Charlotte, Florida 33952. Friends and Family may sign Mr. Moore’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Wayne Garrison, 87, of Seaman, passed away Monday, May 7, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center. He was born in Warrensburg, Illinois on June 29, 1924 the son of the late Dewey Franklin and Lola Gayle (McMahan) Garrison. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Hazel Garrison who passed away in 2002 and one son Tom Garrison. Wayne attended Countryside Church of Christ where he was an Elder for 61 years; he was also a past member of Adams County Flying Club and he was a realtor, broker and appraiser for Wilson Realtors. He is survived by one son Dale Garrison of Chesapeake; two daughters and sons-inlaw Shirley and Harold Grooms of Peebles and Jane and Richard Hughes of Winchester; one brother Jerry Garrison of Findley; one daughter-in-law Beverly Garrison of Columbus; one sister-in-law Audrey Zahorian of Kettering; 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, May 11, at the Countryside Church of Christ with Hannum Taylor officiating. Burial followed in the Mt. Leigh Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Countryside Church of Christ or donor’s favorite charity. Wallace-Thompson Funeral Homes, Lewis-Sullivan Chapel in Seaman is in charge of the arrangements. To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

Bessie Honig

Bessie Honig, 83, of Peebles, passed away Friday, May 4, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center. She was born in Vanceburg, Kentucky on July 27, 1928 the daughter of the late Robert and Sophia (Gilbert) McCane. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Ben Honig, who passed away on March 6. She is survived by two sons Jack and Maria Krell of Texas and Rob Honig of Fairborn; two daughters; Wanda Cromer of Fayetteville and Martha Belle LaBarbra of New York; one brother Dick McCane of Peebles; five sisters Adrian Douglas of Springfield, Thelma Campbell of Peebles, Jewel Hunter of Aberdeen, Gracie Johnson of Leesburg, Shirley Abbott of Seaman and two grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 8, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles with Ken Johnson officiating. Burial followed in the Jacktown Cemetery. To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

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Movie Night in the Park. Friday, May 18, at the Manchester Park on the river. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to set on. Restrooms will be open and this will be a family friendly event.

Adams County Public Library We’re boosting off the Summer Reading Program next week with a visit from Ronald McDonald and his friends at the Peebles and North Adams Libraries! On Monday, May 21, kids can meet Ronald and friends at the Peebles Library at 10:30 am, and the North Adams Library at 2:30 pm. Afterwards, kids can sign up to participate in the Summer Reading Program. This year’s Summer Reading Program will be themed “Dream Big… Read!” At the North Adams Library, the program will run from June 12 through July 17. We will be amazed by the lives of owls and other birds of prey, discover who lives in the busy tree, read s’more books on camping, and explore planetary alignment during the outstanding events planned for the North Adams Summer Reading Program. At the Peebles Library Summer Reading Program, we’ll meet local authors, musicians, cloggers, and animal experts, and learn how they made their dreams come true! The Peebles Library programs will run from May 21 through July 25. Watch for Summer Reading Program plans, events, and dates from all your Adams County Public Library locations! The Adams County Public Library is now accepting applications for part-time public service clerks. Stop by any library location to pick up a job description and application form. We look forward to welcoming new public service team members, to help us staff our fully restored open hours in the coming months.

Join us for the next family nutrition program as we focus on ways to eat healthy while staying within your food budget. On Thursday, May 17, at 10:30 am, join us at the West Union Library for a presentation on Meal Planning Tips to Save Money While Eating Healthy. The Adams County Public Library staff continues to prepare for a planned software migration, scheduled to take place the first week of June. We may experience some downtime and slower operation during this major transition. As always, we are committed to serving you – thank you for your support! Special Hours during Staff Training: Wednesday, May 16 – Peebles Library open 1 – 5 pm Thursday, May 24 – Manchester Library open 1 – 5 pm

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Betty (Johnson) Conley, 73, of Peebles, passed away Wednesday, May 9, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center. She was born in Peebles, on November 26, 1938 the daughter of the late Blanchard and Edna (Daulton) Johnson. attended Peach Betty Mountain Community Church; she was an owner and operator of Conley’s Awards and Trophy’s and she sang in the Johnson’s Sisters Trio. She is survived by her husband Dewey Conley of Peebles, whom she married on July 29, 1961. She had three sons Steven and Katherine Conley of Skowhegan, Maine, David Conley of Peebles and Michael and Jami Conley of Peebles; six brothers Carl of Hillsboro, Ray, Dick, Bucky, Jerry and Danny Johnson all of Peebles; three sisters Lorene Couser, Norma Binion and Debbie Johnson all of Peebles, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 12, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home in Peebles with Pastor Steven Conley officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

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Manchester first grade visited the Newport Aquarium on May 7. They received $1,000 from the Wal-Mart Foundation care of their local West Union Wal-Mart to help make the trip possible. The first graders were also able to sport matching t-shirts thanks to the wonderful support of Commac Foods Inc., Long John Silver’s while there. Miss Brianna McFarland spent several hours working on this

project and wants to thank the community for your support. The generosity that has been shown has really helped enrich these students’ lives with sights, sounds, smells and experiences many of them may have never received without your help! All the students had a wonderful fun filled time exploring, discovering and learning about the animals and exhibits at the Newport Aquarium.

Peebles Elementary Students of the Month

Pictured above are the April Students of the Month at Peebles Elementary School. The students are: Pre-School: Richard Fristoe and Payton Johnston. Kindergarten: Nick Couser, Renea Banks, Banyan Perin and Mason Hanes. 1ST GRADE: Peyton Gordley, Serenity Crothers, Myah James and Emily O’Connell. 2ND GRADE: Rosa Williamson, Ronnie Slack and Drew Cluxton. 3RD GRADE: Oakley Burba, Mary Couch and Chloe Fiege. 4TH GRADE: Hope Brown, Tyler Shoemaker and Weston Browning. 5TH GRADE: Austin Lloyd, Wylie Joseph and Abbi Daniels. 6TH GRADE: Jacob Staggs, Faithlyn Chestnut and Kaili Robinson.

Cuffs and Collars Southwest Ohio Field reports from Ohio Division of Wildlife Officers Adams County Wildlife Officer Chris Gilkey and Clermont County Wildlife Officer Terry Glynn were patrolling Adams County late one fall night when they noticed a pickup truck with a dog box in the back, parked on a piece of private property that did not allow hunting. The two officers hiked into the woods in search of the coon hunters. They noticed lights headed their way down the trail so the officers hid until the hunters passed by. The officers then announced themselves to the two hunters; the two hunters were taken by surprise and turned around to see the officers standing behind them. One of the men had a .22 rifle slung over his shoulder, the man handed over his rifle and the two admitted to hunting raccoon in the closed season. The two hunters were charged with hunting furbearers in a closed season resulting in $164 in fines for each hunter and the rifle was seized for evidence. During the deer gun season, Miami County Wildlife Officer Jasmine Grossnickle received a telephone call concerning two men hunting without permission. Grossnickle arrived in the area and noticed two men bending down in the brush. The men were not wearing hunter orange. State Wildlife Officer Trent Weaver arrived to assist when Grossnickle approached the two men. Neither of the men had a firearm and insisted that they were not hunting. As Grossnickle called the complainant and confirmed the identities of the men in question, one of the men told Weaver where they had hidden their gun. Only one of the men had a firearm and was hunting. The hunter was in violation for hunting without permission, hunting without a valid out-ofstate deer permit and hunting license, no hunter orange, unplugged shotgun, and deterring a wildlife officer. Grossnickle issued the hunter

three of the possible six citations for the violations. The hunter paid $391 in fines and court costs. Northeast Ohio ThreeTrumbull County Wildlife Officer Hollie Fluharty was checking anglers on Mosquito Lake when she noticed an individual who was in possession of a fish basket containing numerous crappies. Officer Fluharty contacted the man and inspected the fish. Unfortunately, two of the crappies were under the nine-inch minimum length limit. The fish were seized as evidence and a summons was issued for the violation. While checking fishermen on Mosquito Lake, Trumbull County Wildlife Officer Hollie Fluharty noticed two individuals quickly walk away from their fishing poles towards the direction of their vehicle. Officer Fluharty stopped the men and asked to see their fishing licenses. Both men indicated that they had purchased fishing licenses, but were not carrying them. Officer Fluharty checked the Division of Wildlife’s license sales system and determined that neither of them had acquired a license. Both men were issued a summons for the violation. While working law enforcement activities during the 2011 deer gun season, Mahoning County Wildlife Officer Tom Frank received a call from a concerned landowner who indicated that two male hunters were entering onto property where they likely did not have permission to hunt. Officer Frank responded to the location and was able to find tracks in the snow. He quickly set out after the hunters, crossing over three properties, locating the two men on property where they did not have landowner permission. In addition to hunting without written permission one of the men was carrying an unplugged shotgun. Both men were issued summonses, convicted and paid more than $410 in fines and court costs.

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Manchester 1st Graders visited Newport Aquarium

Peebles High School Local Scholarship Winners

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Nicholas Kremin Memorial Scholarship Megan Thomas, daughter of Rory & Carol Thomas Presented by Susan Kremin and family

Peebles Alumni Scholarship Haley Stratton, daughter of Brandon & Brenda Stratton Adam King, son of Rick King Presented by Bobbie Wallace

American Legion Scholarship Mariah Phipps, daughter of Todd & Veronica Phipps Matthew Mahoney, son of Cynthia & Shane Rader Presented by Anthony Ogden

The James Branham Memorial Scholarship & Adams County OSU Alumni Scholarship Ainsley Camp, daughter of Jerry & Stacey Camp Presented by Mr. John Robinson

Dr. James and Suzanne Branham Scholarship Megan Thomas, daughter Rory & Carol Thomas Mariah Phipps, daughter of Todd & Veronica Phipps Presented by Mr. John Robinson

Milestone Benefits Agency Scholarship Megan Thomas, daughter of Rory &Carol Thomas Presented by Mrs. Kathy PryorPeebles High School Guidance Counselor

Lions/Lioness Club Scholarships Matthew Mahoney, son of Cynthia & Shane Rader Presented by Sally CunninghamPresident Peebles Lions Club

Lions/Lioness Club Scholarships Megan R. Brown, daughter of David & Lisa Brown Presented by Sally CunninghamPresident Peebles Lions Club

Night Bloomers Garden Club Brooke Dunn, daughter of Denver Dunn and Alison Dunn Presented by Jane Lambert and Karen Lambert

Let Us Not Forget Scholarship (In honor of Luke Scott) Jacob Stone, son of Mark & Melissa Stone Presented by Mrs. Kathy PryorPeebles High school Guidance Counselor

C103 Southern Hills League Scholarship Megan Thomas, daughter of Rory & Carol Thomas Presented by Mrs. Kathy PryorPeebles High school Guidance Counselor

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Haphazard Homemakers Club Scholarship Marissa Phipps, the daughter of Robert & Veronica Phipps Presented by Shirley Mefford

Joey A Bennington Memorial Scholarship Haley Stratton, daughter of Brandon &Brenda Stratton Matthew Mahoney, son of Cynthia & Shane Rader Presented by Kathy Pryor- Peebles High School Guidance Counselor

Lions/Lioness Club Scholarships Marissa Phipps, daughter of Robert &Veronica Phipps Presented by Sally CunninghamPresident Peebles Lions Club

Lions/Lioness Club Scholarships Elizabeth Polley, daughter of Jane Green Presented by Sally CunninghamPresident Peebles Lions Club

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* Keep a positive attitude. Count your blessings every day. Be thankful for the things you have and for the things you don't have. Being cheerful and happy will improve your chances for keeping your memory clear and sharp in your golden years. It's getting closer! On 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 544-3979. 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! 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. Since it's garden planting time, here's something to make you smile… THE FARMER'S LOVE LETTER: My little sweet potato, do you carrot all for me? You are the apple of my eye with your radish hair and a turnip nose. My heart beets for you! My love for you is as strong as onions. If we cantaloupe, lettuce marry, and we will be a happy pear…. JUST A THOUGHT: Growing old is a privilege that some people never have.

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May is Older Americans Month May 2012 Monthly Column May is a pretty special time of the year at our Agency – it’s Older Americans Month! It’s a time to celebrate the wonderful contributions given by so many older Ohioans in our communities and express our gratitude for their years of positive influence and dedication to their families, friends and neighbors. This year’s theme for the month, which is observed all across our nation and state, is “Never Too Old to Play!” During this month, we join with our providers, local senior centers, and other important partners in the aging network, in paying homage to the many ways in which older adults bring inspiration and continuity to the fabric of our communities. This year’s theme also highlights the important role older adults play in sharing their experience, wisdom, and understanding, and passing that knowledge to other generations in a variety of significant ways. As large numbers of baby-boomers reach retirement age, many communities have increased their efforts to provide meaningful opportunities for older adults - many of whom remain physically and socially active through their 80s and beyond. Current trends show that people over age 60 account for an ever-growing percentage of participants in community service positions, faith-based organizations, online social networking, as well as arts and recreational groups. Lifelong participation in social, creative, and physical activities has proven health benefits, including retaining mobility, muscle mass, and cognitive abilities. But, older adults are not the only ones who ben-

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tunities we have had to provide services, supports and resources to older Americans year-round. The services and programs we can provide give us the opportunity to promote happy and productive lives for seniors and those with disabilities, allowing them to remain safe and independent in their home or community. If you’d like to learn more about resources that are available for you or your loved one, Pamela K. Matura, please call our Executive Director, Resource Center Area Agency on toll-free at 1-800Aging District 7 582-7277. Monthly Column So, a happy Older Americans Month to all! Please take the goals, and life choices, and time this month to recoggave them a sense of iden- nize seniors throughout our ten counties and be sure to tity and roots. We at the Area Agency thank them for their imporon Aging District 7 are cer- tant role in our communitainly proud of the oppor- ties. efit from their engagement in community life. Studies show their interactions with family, friends, and neighbors across generations enrich the lives of everyone involved. Young people who have significant relationships with a grandparent or elder report that these relationships helped shape their values,

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THANK YOU!! The family of Willard Kenneth Kiskadden “KK” would like to thank everyone for their acts of kindness and support for him throughout his illness. Also for the thoughtfulness, stories, cards, flowers, memorials, food and being there for all of us during his passing. We would especially like to thank the Manchester American Legion Post 325, VFW Post 8287, the Auxillaries, the Veteran’s Club and his many friends there; Stein Hospice at the Georgetown Veterans Home, the Adams County Honor Guard and the Wilson Home for Funerals for honoring our beloved veteran.

As the state’s chief elections officer, I am responsible for administering a fair election where eligible voters can freely exercise their right to vote and have confidence in the accuracy of the results. This is no simple job. As Ohio’s elections officials are working to prepare for the 2012 Presidential Election, the political rhetoric on both sides is heating up. One side believes the law is too restrictive and that voters are being suppressed. The other side says the system is open to fraud because there aren’t enough safeguards in place. I continue to believe that we can modernize our elections system and strike the right balance between maintaining convenience for voters and guarding against fraud. That balance is critical and increasingly hard to achieve when the two sides are so far apart. The place for critics is not on the sidelines, but on the field and there is one way we can put all this energy to a better, more productive use – become a poll worker. It takes a team of more than 40,000 to staff polling places around the state, and

each year all 88 county boards of elections struggle to find enough people who are willing to take time out of their busy schedules to serve. We can debate the law and voting procedures until we are blue in the face, but the truth is that those 40,000 individuals can have more of an impact on the ultimate success of our elections than the Secretary of GUEST COLUMN Secretary State John Husted R-Ohio

State, lawmakers and judges combined. To that end, I am encouraging those who truly want a fair, well-run 2012 Presidential Election to join me on the front lines this November by signing up to be poll workers and to encourage like-minded friends to do the same. Serving as a poll worker, otherwise known as a precinct elections official (PEO), is both easy and rewarding. To be eligible to become a PEO a person must be at least 17 years of age and registered to vote in the county in which they

plan to work; have not been convicted of a felony; and cannot be running as a candidate for the election in which they are working. In addition to having a rewarding experience by honoring a civic duty, those who sign up to become PEOs will also be compensated for their time. Poll workers must undergo training and work at polls on Election Day. For their time, PEOs are paid more than $100. The Secretary of State’s of office is working to help boards of elections in their recruitment efforts by raising awareness and providing print materials to boards and civic organizations. The office has also launched an online signup at PEOinOhio.com to collect information from potential PEOs, which is then forwarded to county boards of elections. To date, more than 245 people have signed up at PEOinOhio.com to become a poll worker. Ohio’s elections process would best be served if each of us put aside their philosophical differences and do our part to give each Ohio voter the best experience they can have at the polls this November 6, 2012.

House Passes Bill to Combat Misuse of Dangerous Drugs Sets controls on over-the-counter sales in which case the sale would not go forward.” The United States Combat fight against methamphetamines The Ohio House of Representatives Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005 passed last week a legislation that allows for requires that retail sales of pseudoephedrine and ephedrine be regulatthe tracking and regulaed, including setting limits tion of over-the-counter GUEST COLUMN on the purchase in a single sales of pseudoephedrine and R e p r e s e n t a t i v e transaction of the drugs to no more than 3.6 grams ephedrine, which are Danny Bubp per day. HB 334 applies used in the manufacturR-Ohio the same limit to state law ing of dangerous methamphetamines. Sponsored by State Representatives Terry Johnson and Danny Bubp. House Bill 334 would require retailers and distributors of the drugs to participate in an electronic tracking system of the products through the National Precursor Log Exchange. It also allows the state’s attorney general to enter into an agreement with National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators, which administers the exchange, so that the information can be used by state and local law enforcement to identify and address drug-seeking behaviors. “The National Precursor Log Exchange is the next step in fighting against illegal drug activity in Ohio,” Representative Johnson said. “It will not only strengthen law enforcement, but also alert the retailer if a person would be going over the maximum daily or monthly purchase limit on the stimulants, in

and also regulates the sale of ephedrine in the same manner already set for pseudoephedrine in state law. “If we are going put a stop to the persistent problem of illegal drug use in Ohio, including the misuse of drugs that are intended for good, it’s extremely important that we have strong oversight of what is being distributed,” Representative Bubp said. Guest Column “This bill does precisely State that.” Representative The unanimous Terry Johnson passage of HB 334 marks R-Ohio a continuation of efforts to halt the illegal misuse of drugs in Ohio. Last year, House Bill 93—also sponsored by Representative Johnson—was passed and signed into law to eliminate prescription drug abuse, shut down pill mills and enhance the Ohio Automated Rx Review System. HB 334 builds off of those efforts and will now move to the Ohio Senate for further consideration.

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Depending on when you read this, we're either right in the middle of, or…our 37th annual ALL-COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS DAY is history. It's always a fun day to get together, see people you haven't seen, maybe since last year, catch up on the news, and a great day to honor and show appreciation to our Senior Citizens and to tell of their many accomplishments. We'll have a lot more about this special day in next week's column. DON'T FORGET: Marsha McCormick from OSU Extension office will be here at the Senior Center (old hosp. bldg.) this Friday, May 18th at 10:30 am with a program on Food & Nutrition. Marsha always has some goodies to share with us and we always learn something new. Join us! REMEMBER! Starting next Monday, May 21st, and on the 3rd Monday of each month from 1 - 4 pm we will be offering a knitting class! It's a great place to pick up tips and ideas if you're already a knitter or if you'd like to learn how to knit - here's your chance! You're never too old to start a new hobby or activity to keep your hands and mind busy. For more information, give us a call at 544-3979. STREGTHEN YOUR MIND IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY! We all want to function as well as possible for as long as we can! * Keep a daily journal: include today's happenings and pleasant memories of people and places from your childhood. Future generations will thank you. * Keep up with things that interest you. Read books, magazines & newspapers. Watch the History channel. You might even develop some new interests or hobbies. * Stay connected with people. Join a club, attend study or support groups, go to church, do volunteer work - things that help others as well as yourself and will keep you interested in life. * Give your brain a work-out. Do word games, crossword puzzles, find-theword puzzles. Keep your brain working! * Widen your horizons. See new places, do new things, take up a new hobby or sport. Explore museums, nature and history sites you've never seen before.

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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

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Due to several requests, we are going to present 2 blocks per month so that all 25 blocks can be made in 12 months. Next week we will do the Knit/crochet pattern. This is the second block in the series and it depicts the Dr. A.C. Lewis home in Winchester. The home was a station on the Underground Railroad and the good Dr. was known to be an abolitionist and Winchesters first doctor.

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History: I am a selftaught quilter and crossstitcher How long have you been a quilter/needle artist? I have been quilting for 40 years Favorite quilt: Ohio Star Current Project: Stars Over My Garden Maze Next Project: Quilt one of my 4 tops that need quilted, probably the Tennessee Waltz Do you sell or keep your art? Keep or give as gifts, I do not sell my work.

E V E N Oops! We left out the pictures of Julia's projects last week. Sorry Julia! The featured artist this week is Julia Foster of Winchester, Julia is a an expert quilter and crossstitcher. I love the items

she's made and the quilting in her hoop is stunning. I will never be that good at quilting! Artist: Mrs. Julia Foster Medium: quilt & cross stitch

Dear Miss Needles: Q. I am worried about storing my quilts. I hate the fold lines and worry about proper storage. Any advice? Signed: I Fold! A. Dear I Fold: Proper storage is key to preserving your quilt for future generations. Never store your quilt in plastic bags or sealed bins. The cloth needs to breathe. I suggest wrapping them in an old sheet or pillowcase. If you have a tall closet,or ample space under a guest bed and do not want to fold, try purchasing an inexpensive pool noodle, wrap it in fabric and then roll your quilt around the noodle. Then wrap in fabric and store. Remember mositure, moths and sunlight can all damage your quilt. Q. I have a lace collar, looks antique that needs washing. Any suggestions? Signed Lacy. A. Dear Lacy: If the lace is old or brittle I would suggest purchasing a sheet of plastic canvas used for needlepoint or crewel.

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The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, April 30, 2012 with the following members present: Brian Baldridge, Justin Cooper, and Roger Rhonemus. Clerk Diane Ward and Assistant Clerk Linda Mendenhall were also present. It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by

Brian Baldridge to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Vote: All yeas. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the resolution of support for the Appalachian Regional Commission. Vote: All yeas. It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve

the Title XX County Profile amendment for program period July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2013 upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the transfers and additional appropriations. Vote: All yeas. It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the following travel: Lisa Newman, Treasurer’s Assn. Spring

Conference, Columbus, OH, 5/15-16/12, $490.00. Vote: All yeas. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the bills. Vote: All yeas. Facilities Director Sally Hayslip and 9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne met with the board to discuss the energy project budget and purchasing new vehicles. The Traffic Sign Upgrade Bid Opening was held at 10:00 a.m. Engineer David Hook and was present. The following bids

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were received: Kleem, Inc. – $53,676.42, A & A Safety – 61,127.14 (HIP sheeting), (EGP sheeting) $51,778.79. The bids were released to Engineer David Hook for his review. 9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne met with the board to review the improvements for 9-1-1 Dispatch. The Sheriff’s portion of the project will be funded with 9-1-1 money. The Jaybird Road Realignment Phase I Bid opening was held at 11:30 a.m. E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson, Engineer David Hook, General Electric representative Dane Clark, , Charlie Thompson of Independent Excavating, and Mark Salisbury of DGM, Inc. were present. The following bids were received: Independent Excavating -$624,990.00, DGM Inc., $495,546.70. The bids were released to Engineer David Hook and E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson for review.

E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson met with the board to review the following: Sewer Phase II should be completed by June 30th. A public meeting will be held to explain the procedures of Phase II, tap fees, etc., grant/Jaybird SOACDF Road, Jaybird Road Phase I railroad property, Barnes Sewer II – Fund payment #12, and the CIC meeting. It was moved by Justin Cooper and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the Barnes Sewer OWDA construction payment #12 to URS in the amount of $2,194.00 upon the recommendation of E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson. Vote: All yeas. Adams County Metropolitan Housing Authority Director James Bowman, III met with the board to discuss health insurance for employees. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to adjourn at 1:43 p.m. Vote: All yeas.

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HOMES FOR SALE HOMES R1 – WEST UNION – 1995 Fairmont mobile home (16x70), 2 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, all appliances & some furniture stays with home, nat. gas furnace, C/A, gas F/P, covered back porch, 12x14 barn. PRICE REDUCED TO $43,000.

city water/sewage. This is a must-see and priced to sell at $89,900!

H7 – WINCHESTER – 2 acres with 2-story vinyl sided home, 1072 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, elec. heat, 2 A/C, county water, all new windows, 3-car garage, shed. Home has been remodeled in past 5 years, very private. $110,000.

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

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

R9 – CYNTHIANA – Fixer upper, frame home with vinyl siding, 3 BR, living room, kitchen, metal roof, carport. PRICE REDUCED TO $8,500. R13 – WEST UNION - Well-maintained frame home with vinyl siding, 1344 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, utility room, all appliances, elec. heat, gas F/P, 2 A/C, deck, 3 storage buildings, nice location. $85,000. R17 - MANCHESTER - 1 1/2 story frame home with vinyl siding, 1225 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, elec. & gas heat, C/A, gas f/p, all new windows, large covered porch, 2-car garage. Home is in great condition. $92,900. 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. $69,900. R29 - PEEBLES - Exceptionally nice 3 BR home in Peebles. 1144 SF of living space. Home sets on nice lot with a big backyard. 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, utility room. Elec. furnace with heat pump, C/A,

hunting/recreation. PRICE REDUCED TO $80,000. H25 – MANCHESTER – 5.614 acres with 16x80 Century mobile home, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, gas furnace, new wood burning F/P, C/A, county water, patio, 10x12 building, 14x70 storage trailer. $49,900.

H9 – WEST UNION – 1.32 acres with 14x70 mobile home in good condition, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, utility room, elec. furnace, A/C, county water, nice location on private road. $44,900.

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

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

nace, C/A, county water, 2-car att. garage, 15x40 barn, beautiful setting on dead end road. $139,000.

R43 – WEST UNION – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2 BR, 2 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, nat. gas furnace, city water/sewer, new laminate flooring, fenced back yard. $54,900.

H11 – BLUE CREEK – DW with block foundation & 2-story addition, 1976 SF living area, 3 BR with porch off of upstairs BR, 2 full baths, living room, large family room with gas F/P, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, county water, underground 200 amp elec. service, garage. 2 acres +/-. PRICE REDUCED TO $79,900. H13 - WEST UNION - Frame home with vinyl siding on 12.33 acres, 2160 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, nat. gas furnace, C/A, gas F/P, 2 garages, 48x36 barn. PRICED TO SELL AT $90,000. H17 – WEST UNION – 10.188 acres, cabin with electric & county water, outhouse, very nice location, lots of wildlife, would make very nice weekend getaway or spot to build new home. PRICE REDUCED TO $49,900.

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.

H1 – MANCHESTER – Frame home with vinyl siding, 2036 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, mother-in-law suite, living & family rooms, kitchen with appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, C/A, county water. Home sets on 5.434 acres with 4 acres of woods. $105,000. H3 - WEST UNION - Mini farm for horses or cattle, 20+ acres with beautiful 2010 Fleetwood DW, 1960 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec. heat pump, C//A, F/P, deck with hot tub, 24x36 horse barn with 3 stalls & tack room, 2 additional barns, 12 tillable acres, 7 acres of pasture, excellent location. $169,900. 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 fur-

H29 – WEST UNION - 1.4 acres with 12x60 mobile home, 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with stove top oven, fuel oil furnace, county water, small barn. $22,000. MAKE OFFER

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

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

H27 – PEEBLES – 1.7 acres with beautiful brick/vinyl sided home, 1728 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 ½ baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, eat-in kitchen with nice cabinets & island with stovetop, all appliances, elec. heat, wood stove, C/A, hardwood floors, 6-panel doors throughout, walk-in closets, open stairway, 2-car att. garage, large covered porch, barn with porch, beautiful landscaping. $169,900.

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H19 – MANCHESTER – 2 acres with 1120 SF farm house, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, elec. furnace, County water, screenedin deck, 28x42 barn. $59,900. H21 – MANCHESTER – 25.77 acres with combination brick/vinyl sided home built in 2002, 2118 SF living area plus full finished basement, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, 2 gas furnaces, 2 C/A units, hardwood floors, 24x58 detached garage with 24x12 lean-to, blacktop driveway. Home is located in a nice, private country setting on dead-end road. $309,000. H23 – OTWAY – 38.23 acres with vinyl sided frame home, 660 SF living area plus full walk-out basement, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, elec. heat pump, C/A, new windows, hardwood floors, 2-car garage, carport, deck. Acreage is wooded with a creek and is great for

H35 – WEST UNION – 2.385 in good location with stone/vinyl sided home, 4186 SF living area plus basement, 4 BR, 3 full baths, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, utility room, mud room, sun room, office, all appliances, elec. furnace, heat pump, C/A, 2 F/P, hardwood/tile/marble floors, pond, swimming pool with deck, hot tub, gazebo, 2 barns. $295,000. H37 – SEAMAN – 3.09 acres with newly remodeled 2-story vinyl sided home, 2296 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 ½ baths, living room, kitchen with appliance, dining room, large laundry room, elec. heat pump, C/A, new windows, large covered porch, gazebo with deck, large barn, machinery shed, garden area. PRICE REDUCED TO $159,000. H39 – WEST UNION – 2.262 acres with vinyl sided frame home, 1456 SF living area + full finished basement, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances & lots of oak cabinets, dining room, gas furnace, heat pump, C/A, wood furnace, hardwood floors, 2-car att. garage, 6-car det. garage, large covered porch, patio, pool table, 24x40 barn. PRICE REDUCED TO $169,900.

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F1 – PEEBLES - A truly magnificent retreat on 75.91 private and secluded acres bordering Brush Creek State Forest. You won't believe the peaceful and tranquil setting for this 2-story modern western cedar 3 BR home with a huge 2-story det. 3-car garage and loft.The home features a master BR with full bath on the first level and 2 BR and a full bath upstairs.The living room is nearly 21 feet long with a beautiful wood floor and wood burning F/P. A large dining room opens into the living room and also features a wood floor. A full kitchen and a laundry room are on the first level with an outside entrance into a large 19' X 27' screened-in back porch. The det. garage has a concrete floor and features a 2nd story two room art and craft studio that could also be converted into an apartment. Public water and electric have been installed underground and follow the winding driveway that leads through the woods and into the rock lined yard with fire pit and unique nature inspired landscaping.There are wide trails throughout the property that are ideal for peaceful walks or 4 wheeling -- you will think you are in a national park! If you love nature and privacy, you will love it here! This property can serve as a permanent home, week-end retreat or hunting lodge and borders a public blacktop road yet is less than 15 minutes from town. PRICE REDUCED TO $239,900. F3 – MANCHESTER – 101.452 acres with approx. 20 acres tillable, 40 acres of pasture and 40 acres of woods, 40x60 barn with 30x60 lean-to, large pond, beautiful spot for new home, great for horses & ATV’s, lots of trails. $209,000. 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. F8 - NEW LISTING - 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.

living room, kitchen & dining room, basement, fuel oil furnace, county water, 2-car detached garage, 2 big barns with sheds, concrete block barn, corn crib, silo. Property has lots of road frontage, will divide. $230,000. Seller will also sell house, barns with 25 acres for $150,000. F15 - PEEBLES - 71.539 wooded acres with lots of big cedar trees and some timber, 2 campers, county water, septic system & electric on property. $189,900. BUILDING LOTS L1 – SEAMAN - .373 acre lot with water and septic. $7500. L3 – CHERRY FORK - .28 acre corner lot located at the intersection on 2 state highways with water & septic. PRICE REDUCED TO $9,999.

VACANT LAND V1 – PEEBLES – 100 mostly level acres (62 tillable) with 2 creeks, nice camping spot with creek & trees, great views, corn & wheat base. Great for horseback riding, ATV’s, hunting, camping. $247,900. V3 – RARDEN – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING – 13.55 wooded acres, good for hunting/recreation. $29,900. V5 – WEST UNION – 6.274 acres, great place for a new home, new driveway. $39,900. V7 - OTWAY - 79.778 acres with 25 acres tillable, water & electric available, large barn, great place for new home, beautiful setting. $135,000. V9 - BLUE CREEK - 40 acres of recreational property, abundant wildlife, great for hunting. $99,000.

F9 – WEST UNION – Nice mini farm in good location close to town, 39.2 acres with 30.5 acres tillable, frame home with vinyl siding, 1248 SF living area, 2 BR (could be 3), 1 bath, living & family rooms, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, gas furnace, county water, 1-car garage, 3 barns (30x50, 20x30, 20x30). PRICE REDUCED TO $160,000.

L5 – WEST UNION – 0.54 acre town lot, water/sewer available. $14,000. L7 - LIBERTY TWP. - 0.47 acre corner lot with foundation for 14x70 mobile home, county water, septic & electric on property. $9,999.

V10 - NEW LISTING - 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.

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

L9 – WEST UNION – 60x149 lot with garage and old mobile home, city water/sewage. $25,900.

V13 – MANCHESTER – 3.028 wooded acres with some timber, water & electric available. $7,200.

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

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F13 – WINCHESTER – 51.12 mostly tillable acres, 1 ½ story partial brick/vinyl sided home, 2432 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath,

L13 – WEST UNION – ½ acre lot with water, septic, garage. $17,900.

B9 – WEST UNION – INVESTMENT PROPERTY – 4 mobile homes located on town lot, each home features 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, city water & sewage. PRICE REDUCED TO $39,900.

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to Briana D. Carter, Manchester Village, $45,700. Percy Warner to Wesley M. and Sheila Baldwin, 9.806 acres, Monroe Twp., $10,000. Federal National Mortgage and Fannie Mae to Earl Miller, 13.636 acres, Bratton Twp., $65,000. Adams County Building and Loan to Christopher and Whitney Gobin, Seaman Village, $50,000. Rosalie Blythe to Everett E. Swanger, West

Union Village, $65,000. John R. and Marjorie H. Koenig to Tracy Hammonds and Shawn Bryant, Manchester Village, $5,000. Steven C. and Sally A. Owens to Heather and James C. Roush, Seaman Village, $10,000. Steven Johnson to Stephen E. Johnson, 11.19 acres, Bratton Twp., $10,000. Jeffrey K. and Marla Jo Bowling to Timothy R. and K. Peterson, Judith Manchester Village, $26,000.

Adams County Court Of Common Pleas MARRIAGE REPORT

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Stanley Allen Nicely, 41, of Peebles, to Brooke Rachelle Rowland, 27, of Peebles. Adam L. Peters, 35, of West Union, to Christina Marie Barnett, 28, of West Union. Charles William Coday, 50, of Winchester, to Nancy Ann Martin, 45, Winchester.

Pablo Nahun Alonso Munguia, 26, Peebles, to Ashley Dawn Abbott, 27, Peebles. Clinton A. Napper, 52, West Union, to Jamie Elise McGraw, 51, West Union. Corey James Thoroman, 30, West Union, to Danyelle Kaye Ann Collins, 23, West Union.

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Taps for Veterans It is with sadness that I pass along the news that Hugh Leach passed away on Friday, April 27. Hugh, a Korea Era veteran, served the veterans of Adams County for some 15 years in various capacities. He served as the veterans’ transportation coordinator for the Adams County Veterans Service Commission for over 8 years. During his time in Adams County, he also served as Commander of the Adams County Honor Guard, Commander of the DAV, and Commander of VFW Post 3400. Hugh was diligent and faithful in his service until his health failed him in 2011. Hugh was laid to rest Monday, April 30, in Beaver Dam, KY. Those who represented Adams County at Hugh’s final services included Ed Harmon, the current transportation coordinator; Garry Mitchell, a member of the Adams County Veterans Service Commission; and Tony Blevins, the Adams County Veterans Service Officer. Hugh Leach will be missed. All of you probably think of MIA as “Missing in Action.” Well, now this can also refer to the “Missing in America” Project. This national group seeks the unclaimed remains (ashes) of veterans “so they can be laid to rest with full military honors.” Missing in America has been working with representatives from the American Legion’s 12th Council in Columbus, OH, to plan services for 10 Ohio veterans whose remains were found, along with others, at the Cook & Son-Pallay Funeral Home in Columbus last November. Although the Missing in America Project has tried to find next of kin for each of the ten veterans, so far, only one family has stepped forward to claim their veteran’s remains. The two-hour military burial service for these veterans will be held at the Dayton National

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West Union Alumni Banquet West Union Alumni Banquet will be held Saturday, May 26 at the high school on Lloyd Road. Social hour begins at 5:30 and the dinner served at 6:30. Tickets are on sale at Blake's Pharmacy (West Union) and the National Bank. Price is $15.00, after Friday May 27th at noon the price goes up to $20.00.

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4-H Club Fur and Feather King and Queen Contest Carolyn L. Belczyk, Extension Educator, 4H Youth Development OSU Extension Adams County The annual Adams County Fair Fur and Feather King and Queen Contest rules and application are available to interested candidates on the OSU Extension Adams County website at http://adams.osu.edu/topics/4-hyouth-development/4-h-forms. Completed applications, along with the required essay and photograph (for publicity purposes) are due to the Extension Office by 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 31. The contest is open to both boys and girls ages 14-18 as of January 1 who are active members of a Junior Fair organization

and who exhibit poultry or rabbit projects. The winners will be selected by a panel of judges following individual interviews. The Fur and Feather King and Queen Contest is coordinated by the Adams County 4-H Small Animal Committee. Winners are expected to assist with the Poultry and Rabbit Shows at the Adams County Fair, as well as to assist with the Small Animal, Baked Goods, and Crop Sale on Friday evening of Fair week. They are expected to wear their crowns and sashes while helping. Winners also ride in the Fair parade on Sunday and will be introduced at that time. For more information contact the Extension Office at 544-2339.

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Leah Dryden Reporter for Friends Helping Friends Take out 2012 from the article so you won't have to later.....On March 17, the Friends Helping Friends 4H club completed their first community service project of the year. Members of the club assisted the Moore family in cleaning up debris left behind by recent storms and

tornadoes. The group provided workers with both breakfast and lunch and built new fair boxes to replace the ones destroyed in the storm. Members of our group feel blessed to have the opportunity to help the members of the Moore family in their time of need. Friends Helping Friends is not only the name of our group it is the example we wish to set for the people of our community.

Carolyn L. Belczyk, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development OSU Extension Adams County Remember your days at camp? Spending time giggling with your new best friend? Exploring the caves and trails? Digging under rocks in the stream, looking for salamanders and other wiggly things? Great times, right? Why not give your child the gift of memories? Send him or her to 4-H camp this summer. Adams County 4H’ers and their friends camp at Canter’s Cave 4H Camp in Jackson, along with youth from several other counties in the region. Camp sessions include a Cloverbud Overnighter for youth 5 and in kindergarten through second grade and their parent or guardian; Beginner Camp for youth in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grades, Junior Camp for youth in 6th, 7th, or 8th grades, and Teen Camp, for older youth. Camp is open to both 4-H and non-4-H youth. At camp, youth are supervised by OSU Extension staff, trained 4H volunteers, and dedicated and trained 4-H teen counselors. The camp staff meets frequently in the spring to plan camps that are age-appropriate and filled with traditional camp activities, including canoeing and boating, hiking, campfires and outdoor cooking, singing and dancing, crafts, ceremonies, and so much more! Camp staff from Adams County includes one Extension staff member, two adult volunteers, and 10 teen counselors. Carolyn L. Belczyk, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, remembers her first year at camp, “decades ago,” when two outstanding counselors introduced her to the girl who would become her best friend for years. They also took time to “teach me the steps to ‘Little Black Book,’ a line dance, and bought me a popsicle when I felt a little homesick,” she says. Joni Hesler, Adams County Junior Dairymen 4-H Club, serves as one of the camp nurses for Beginner Camp. This year, Corbett Phipps, retired OVCTC FFA advisor, will also be accompanying Adams County youth to Beginner Camp.

Ten area 4-H teens will counsel at one or more of this summer’s camps. They are: Alec Scott, Preston Polley, Kiersten Scales, and Karly Boerger, North Adams; Emily Bauman and Abi and Hannah Rogers, Peebles; Lydia Patrick, West Union; and Mikkie Fitzpatrick and Hannah Rideout, Manchester. The theme for this year’s Beginner Camp, scheduled for June 18-21, is “Once Upon a Time at Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp.” Junior Camp will run from June 25-28. The annual Teen Camp will be held from June 22-25, and youth will have opportunities to participate on the recently renovated high ropes course, in rappelling, and more. Cloverbud Camp will be held on June 2 and 3.

For more information and a copy of the camp registration form contact OSU Extension Adams County at 544-2339 or visit our website at http://adams.osu.edu. Be sure to indicate your camp preference on the registration form. Extension staff will mail a final camp packet with all details, including a list of items to bring to camp, specific arrival and departure times, health forms, and release forms to all registered participants well before the camp dates. 4-H camps are a program of OSU Extension and are open to all youth meeting the age requirements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or disability.

ticipate in the annual fair parade through West Union on Sunday, July 15, and they’ll be interviewed live on stage during the fair’s opening ceremonies later that afternoon. Festivities will conclude with the coronation of the queen and her court by the 2011 queen, Megan Bailey. Following the coronation, the queen and her court will reign at most junior fair events throughout the fair, including various animal shows and the annual small animal, baked goods, and crop sale on Friday evening of fair week and the livestock and butter sale on Saturday. For more information about the queen contest, including a copy of the rules and application, visit http://adams.osu.edu/topics/4-h-youth-development/4-h-forms or contact OSU Extension Adams County at 544-2339.

Country Crew 4H Meeting Submitted by John Motts, reporter The Country Crew 4H would like to send out a special thanks to the Adams County Game Warden Chris Gilkey for speaking at our April 26 meeting. Officer Gilkey explained to us his duties as a Game Warden and all the steps we would need to

take if we wanted to be a Game Warden. He also answered a lot of questions we had. Skillathon's was held on Thursday, May 9 and Friday, May 10 at the CTC. Our next scheduled meeting is Thursday, May 24, this will also be the bake off.

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Carolyn L. Belczyk, Extension Educator, 4H Youth Development OSU Extension Adams County The annual Adams County Junior Fair Queen Contest is a highlight of the fair each July. As in the past, this year’s queen will be crowned on the fair’s opening day. Any female age 16-18 years of age as of January 1 who is an active member of one or more of the county’s junior fair organizations, including 4-H, FFA, FCCLA, Youth Grange, and Scouts, may apply to compete for queen and her court. Completed applications, along with a current photograph suitable for use in publicity, are due to OSU Extension Adams County, 215 N Cross St, Room 104, West Union, on or before 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 31. Interviews to select five finalists will be conducted on June 13. The finalists will par-

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In the photo above are students who placed in competitions at the Ohio BETA Convention held April 12th and 13th in Columbus, Ohio. Left to right are, Baylee Tolle, Kayla Baker, Veronica Young who placed Third in the Team Poster Contest (not pictured is Karly Boerger) and Garrett Gilliam who placed Third in the Banner Contest. Also not pictured are Elizabeth Grooms who placed First in the Agriculture Contest and Jill Werring who placed Third in the Science Contest.

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Kore Newman, Hannah Rideout, Ra’Ja Sheldon, Jason Francis and Tyler Brummett. Middle: Jacob Young, Marissa Osman, Kari Foster, Faith Sutton, Hannah Moore, Krissia Purdon, and Amanda Morrison. Front: Keeley Parker, Cheyenne Urkew, Grant Blanton, Katelyn Johnson, Chelsea Davis, Heather Francis and Jazlyn Rust.

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Five seventh graders, six eighth graders, and nine high school students were inducted as new to the members Manchester chapter of the National Junior and Senior Beta Club for the 2011-12 school term. The ceremony was held in the high school Round Room with Presidents Jason Francis and Rickey DeAtley welcoming family, friends, and guests. The pledge to the flag was led by Jacob Young and Summer Wilbur followed by Aliya Wells leading the Lord’s Prayer. Principal Jamie Wilkins introduced guest speaker, former Ohio State Senate President, Doug White, who gave an inspiringly impressive speech of his experiences and those acquaintances who contributed to his career success. Setting goals, strong determination, accepting responsibilities, and surrounding oneself with positive people were the important ideals that Mr. White noted particular credit. Following the closing prayer led by Sr. Beta Vice President Kari Foster, refreshments provided by Manchester Multiple Disabilities Unit and the 8th Grade Jr. Beta members. Sponsors for the Beta Clubs are Mrs. Romona Applegate, Jr. High Language Arts teacher and Mrs. Sharla Harris, M.D. Unit Instructor.

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