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Pill Mill Owner Pleads Guilty Warrant Issued Concerning Topix Thread to Multiple Felony Charges Scioto County Prosecutor Mark Kuhn, Scioto County Sheriff Marty Donini, Ohio Board of Pharmacy Director Kyle Parker and Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced the conviction of the owner and operator of an illicit "Pill Mill" whose improperly prescribed pharmaceuticals are believed to have contributed to the massive rise in overdoses and overdose deaths in Ohio. George Marshall Adkins, aka Marshall Adkins, pleaded guilty to five Felony Charges which include: Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, Conspiracy to Engage in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, Permitting Drug Abuse, Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs and Forgery. Adkins, of West Portsmouth, owned Greater Medical Advance, Inc. in Wheelersburg. Authorities found that he operated the business as a Pill Mill from June 2009 until December 2011, when officers with several jurisdictions raided and shut down the establishment. "Prescription drug abuse has hurt so many Ohio families, especially in southern Ohio," said Ohio Attorney General DeWine. "Before we started aggressively fighting this problem, Scioto County had more than a dozen Pill Mills, but through excellent teamwork between many different agencies we have successfully shut them all down." Adkins' plea represents one of the first convictions on the state level against a nonprescriber for the management and activities connected to a Pill Mill. Investigators found that Dr. Victor Georgescu, of Centerville, Illegally Prescribed Prescription medications. Georgescu was facing similar charges, but died prior to his trial. Two other co-defendants were also charged. Tammy Newman pleaded guilty Conspiracy to Engage in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity and Melissa Veach, charged with Drug =Trafficking, is awaiting trial. "Anyone found improperly using, selling, or prescribing prescription drugs in

Officials in Brown County filed charges against Former Councilman Robert E. Hutchison. Hutchinson, is being charged for obstruction of government business, related to an August 4, posting on the Topix.com website. Council members were made aware of a posting on the website, appearing to encourage lethal violence on council members in order to change things in Aberdeen. In the midst of this situation the Colorado movie theater shootings taken place. The threat was made in the thread that a similar assault weapon would be used during a council meeting. The Aberdeen Police Department, the

Brown County Sheriff's Department and the Department of Homeland Security were made aware of the incident and were tracking the posting using the IP address from computers. It allegedly led to authorities Hutchison's identification. Hutchison served as a council member until the end of 2011. In June 2010 Former Mayor Garland Renchin, had Hutchison ejected from a council meeting. It is a Second Degree Misdemeanor Charge. News leads into the Topix website in Adams County are from The People's Defender and The Portsmouth Daily Times.

V.P. Biden visits Adams County Adkins Scioto County will be prosecuted to the fullest extent," said Prosecutor Kuhn. "We will not stand by and let this prescription drug epidemic continue in the Portsmouth area." Adkins' guilty plea comes as part of a plea agreement in which prosecutors will recommend that the 69-year-old receive ten years in prison. Scioto County Common Pleas Judge William Marshall will sentence Adkins in October. The Scioto County Prosecutors office was assisted by Sr. Assistant Attorney General Aaron Haslam, Associate Assistant Attorney General, Sarah Schenck and Associate Assistant Attorney General, Matthew Donahue of the Special Prosecutions Unit. The lead investigator on the case was Pharmacy Agent Kevin "Joe" Kinneer. In addition to the agencies mentioned above, additional support in the investigation and prosecution was received from the Portsmouth Police Department, the Ohio State Medical Board, the Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation, the Lawrence County Major Crimes Task Force, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and RANGE Taskforce, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources-Division of Watercraft, the DEA, the FBI and the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Ohio.

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Pictured: Local Democrat Steve Stepp along with others local supporters sit with Biden inside of Cruiser's Diner in Seaman. Local Democrats were excited to welcome Vice President of the United States Joe Biden to Adams County on Sunday afternoon in Seaman. Biden stopped in the county while on his way to the Cincinnati area from Southeast Ohio. Those eating their Sunday lunch were surprised to have a visit from Biden and local supporters clamored for photos and autographs. Some believe that this was the first time in many years that such a high ranking elected official had visited the county. The Adams County Republican Party had mixed reactions about the visit, “We welcome him to Adams County, but perhaps he should spend some time and apologize to some of the workers at the USEC plant that the ObamaBiden administration nearly made go bankrupt while waiting on their loan guarantee, or talk to local farmers about the now defunct EPA proposals that would have fined them for their belching and gaseous cows and hogs, that would have made farmers across Ohio to go under”. Polls show that Obama and Romney are

Pictured: Democratic Candidate for Commissioner Paul Worley with the Vice President outside of the Diner. Biden was on his way to Cincinnati for a rally. tied in Ohio. Craig Romney, son of Mitt Romney was in Portsmouth over the weekend, and Paul Ryan will be in Clermont County on Wednesday at the Clermont County Fairgrounds.

Officials Announce Additional Funding to Assist with Asian Longhorned Beetle Infestation

Pictured is a Manchester Police Officer Jason Mallott backing the cruiser from the residence at Pike and 2nd Street to transport a prisoner to the Adams County Jail. In a joint effort between the Adams County Sheriff's Department and the Manchester Police Department on Saturday, September 1, a working Meth Lab was shut down. A strange odor was observed at 2nd and Pike Street. Officers and deputies located building from which the smell was coming from. The officers and deputies took those in the residence into custody. The Manchester Fire Department and Life Squad were quickly dispatched to secure the scene and area. Of those arrested were Thomas W. Drake, 44, of Manchester, being charged with Endangering Children, Tampering with Evidence and Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for Manufacturing of Drugs. Also, Tina L. Allphin, 39, of Manchester, being charged with Endangering Children, Tampering with Evidence, Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for Manufacturing of Drugs and Permitting Drug Abuse. Drake and Allphin are currently being lodged at the Adams County Jail. The apartment building is owned by Randall Nesbitt.

Funding to go toward delimitation survey and replanting efforts The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) today announced the availability of $2 million in funding to assist with the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) infestation in Clermont

County.

In June 2011, ALB was first discovered in Tate Township in Clermont County. This invasive beetle has no known natural predators and poses a threat to Ohio’s hardwood forests and the Ohio economy, such as the state’s $5 billion nursery industry, which

The 2012 Bentonville Harvest Festival Queen

Ring the Bells September 17-23, commemorates the 225th signing of the Constitution of the United States. These great documents, the guardian of our liberties established our Republic as a self-governing nation dedicated to rule by law. Constitution Week provides an opportunity for all Americans to recall the achievements of the founding American Colonists who sacrificed and died to establish the freedoms guaranteed to us by

the Constitution as well as the rights, privileges, and our responsibilities of citizenship. A special commemoration of Constitution Week will be the ringing of the Bells across American on Monday, September 17, at 4:00 p.m. The Sycamore Chapter of the DAR encourages churches, schools, courthouses, villages and individuals to ring the bells in recognition of the signing of the Constitution.

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Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Week, North Adams Library Groundbreaking Ceremony, The Bentonville Harvest Festival Queen and her Court, Peebles Old Timers Days, Susan G. Komen Van coming to Adams County and Adams County Jail Intake and Release Report. The following obituaries are on page 3 of this week’s edition: James D. "Squee" Lewis, Russell D. Roush, Beatrice E. King-Sapp, Lucille Williamson, and Patricia Ann Williamson.

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“More extensive surveys will help us determine the full extent of the Clermont County infestation,” said ODA Director David Daniels. “It is very important that boundaries of this infestation are identified so we can work to prevent this infestation from spreading outside the current area.” The Ohio ALB Cooperative Eradication Program in Clermont County has been working to survey, detect and remove trees infested with ALB. As of Sept. 4, the program removed 8,716 infested trees out of 170,575 trees surveyed. To assist with these removal efforts, funds are being made available for delimitation survey through the Ohio General Assembly. “We recognize the change in the landscape that residents are seeing with the removal of infested trees,” said ODNR Director James Zehringer. “Ohio has always been known for its beautiful trees, and we

want to work with property owners and provide them with resources to begin replanting efforts.” In addition to the delimitation survey, funds will be available to replant trees for residents who had trees removed from their yards as a result of the ALB infestation. ODA will work cooperatively with the ODNR Division of Forestry to re-establish some of the area’s lost canopy cover by providing eligible property owners with non-ALB host trees. The Ohio ALB Cooperative Eradication Program is comprised of the United State Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA APHIS), ODA, ODNR, Ohio State University Extension and USDA’s Agricultural Research Service and Forest Service. To report signs or symptoms of ALB, call the Ohio ALB Cooperative Eradication Program Office at 513-381-7180 or report online at www.BeetleBusters.info.

Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Week

North Adams Library Groundbreaking Ceremony

Friends of the North Adams Library Front Row Pictured (L/R): Becky Simple, Diane Lewis, Karen Hughes, Kris Lanham, Doug McClellan, Patty Wilmouth, Brenda Shupert, Linda Waugh, Sue Eldridge and Julie McClellan. Back Row Pictured (L/R): David Richey and Ronnie Shupert. See more pics on page 10.

The Bentonville Harvest Festival Queen and her Court

Pictured Back Row (L/R): Adams County Commissioners Brian Baldridge and Roger Rhonemus. Front: Member Shirley Pell, DAR Chapter Regent Jo Ann White and Secretary Linda Mendenhall. September 17-23, 2012 the rights, privileges, and responsibilities they Our Founding Fathers, in order to secure afford us in this unique document and the indethe blessings of liberty for themselves and their pendence guaranteed to American Citizens. posterity, did ordain and establish a Constitution Whether by birth or naturalization, should be for the United State of America. celebrated by appropriate ceremonies and activIt is of the greatest importance that all citi- ities during Constitution Week, September 17zens fully understand the provisions and princi- 23, as Designated by Proclamation of the pals contained in the Constitution in order to President of the United States of America. effectively support, preserve and defend it The Commissioners of Adams County, against all enemies; and proclaimed the week of September 17-23, as The 225th Anniversary of the signing of Constitution Week and urge all citizens to the Constitution provides a historic opportunity reflect during that week on the many benefits of for all Americans: - to remember the achieve- our Federal Constitution and the privileges and ments of the Framers of the Constitution and responsibilities of American Citizenship.

Susan G. Komen Van coming to Adams County The Susan G. Komen Van will be parked at the Adams County Health Department on Friday, September 21. The No cost Mammograms will be performed. Call 513 3612157 to schedule your appointment. This is for women over 35 years of age.

A few thoughts… The past week was a very stressful one for me. Some of you may know, I lost vision in my right eye last week and the pain in my eye was very severe. My doctor was able to squeeze me in and after an eye drop every hour on the hour, the eye is beginning to heal, and thankfully, should be normal in a few weeks. So having taken advantage of having a chauffeur and getting me to some places I needed to be was very challenging. At the Bentonville Harvest Festival, my sight was coming and going. My friend AG Lockhart said, “Can you see what you’re taking pictures of?”. I replied, “Not really, just pointing the camera and snapping the picture and praying that it comes out okay”. I really appreciate all of the kind words and encouraging messages, but most of all, the thoughts of prayers of so many of my neighbors in the community. I am very grateful for that. At the same time, I was frustrated to learn that a local media organization has

gone around to several people in the community and said that we are going out of business. Not true. At times I’ve been knocked backwards, but not to the ground. Shame on them. I would never do that to them. I realize that I am a one man band. I do not have a large Troy A. Jolly Publisher of staff, but all of my decisions are made The Informer – right here locally, and Adams County I really do have our county’s best interest in mind, every issue…every week. We have a strong and secure paid circulation newspaper. At first, my intent was to only focus on Adams County. But, over the years we have grown to deliver in Pike, Scioto, Highland, and Brown. We have 15 coin boxes to purchase the paper at your leisure and many dealers across the area. My product may not be perfect, but never forget the high prices you were paying for advertising locally before I came around. If I go away, so will their lower prices. We are local. We are here to stay.

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Pictured (L/R): Queen Mikayla Chamblin, 1st Runner Up Alexandria Brumley and 2nd Runner Up Katelyn Johnson.

Peebles Old Timers Days

The Peebles Old Timers Days is September 13 - 16. The event will be held on Main Street in Peebles. On Friday, September 14, registration begins at 4:30 p.m. for the annual Gold Star Chilli Hot Dog Chow Down. The contest begins at 5:00 p.m. on the ATM side of the 5/3rd Bank of Peebles parking lot. All politicians, organization and business leaders are invited to join in on the fun. Open to adults only; entry fee is $25 and the first 15 contestants will compete to see who will be this year’s celebrity chow down champion. Sam Kimmerly is the two time reigning champion. The Lions are challenging our politicians, media, school officials, club organizations and business owners to join in on the fun. The rules are simple, you do not have to eat the most hot dogs just eat your set of them the fastest. The winner of this challenge

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will receive bragging rights and a trophy. The regular Hot Dog Eating Contest for kids and adults will follow this event. Any child or adult may enter the contest for $2 a child and $3 an adult. Cash prizes to the winners. For more information visit: www.oldtimersdaysfestival.yolasite.com or contact Brian Seaman, 937205-5683. Turn to page 12 of this edition for a full schedule of events.

Old Timers Day Grand Marshal Wima Dailey

Adams County Jail Intake and Release Report August 31 - September 1 Patricia L. Abner, 45, Manchester Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 8/25 Released 9/4. Shane A. Abrams, 35, West Union, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 9/2 Released 9/2. Jameson Rayley Alkire, 21, Seaman, Probation Detainer. Booked 9/2. Tina L. Allphin, 39, Manchester, Endangering Children, Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for Manufacturing of Drugs and Permitting Drug Abuse. Booked 9/2. Samantha Jo Carroll, 23 Maysville, Ky., Eddangering Children and Failure to Comply w/ order of PUCO. Booked 6/14 Released 9/5. John H. Caseltine, 27, West Union, Possession of Drugs - Marijuana. Booked 8/23 Released 8/31 Paul Lace Chapman, 44, Mt. Orab, Theft. Booked 7/1 Released 9/5. Anthony E. Dawson, 44, West Union, Failure to Appear on a Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 8/27 Released 9/5. Thomas W. Drake, 44, Manchester, Endangering Children, Tampering with Evidence and Illegal Assembly of Chemicals for manufacturing Drugs. Booked 9/3. Derek Matthew Edlinger, 26, West Union, Trafficking Harmful Intoxicants. Booked 8/29 Released 8/31. Thomas Lee Edwards, 51,

West Union, Driving Under Suspension. Booked 4/6 Released 9/5. Michael A. Eldridge, 44, Blue Creek, Failure to Appear on a Felony Charge. Booked 9/2. John Wilson Embree, 29, Jasper, Contempt of Court, Booked 9/5 Released 9/5. Cary H. Francis, 42, Manchester, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/30 Released 8/31. Daniel Sinclaire Glover, 21, Peebles, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/31 Released 8/31. Gregory Grooms, 50, Winchester, Disorderly Conduct. Booked 9/2 Released 9/2. Bryan K. Hanes, 28, Peebles, Domestic Violence. Booked 9/2 Released 9/5. Donavan L. Hopkins, 18, Manchester, Probation Detainer. Booked 8/31 Released 9/4. Destiny F. Jarvis, 30, West Union, Illegal Use of Food Stamps. Booked 8/22 Released 8/31. Peggy Sue Lanham, 40, Manchester Disorderly Conduct. Booked 8/27 Released 8/31. Angela Dawn Lewis, 38, Seaman, Trafficking in Drugs. Booked 8/29 Released 9/5. Johnny Dwayne Montgomery, 35, Manchester, Theft. Booked 8/29 Released 8/31.

Robert J. Moore, 24, Cherry Fork. Endangering Children. Booked 9/4 Released 9/5. Brandon R. Retherford, 27, Peebles, Probation Detainer. Booked 8/31 Released 8/31. Amy M. Satterfield. 20, West Union, Probation Detainer. Booked 8/24 Released 9/5. Christopher W. Shiveley, 30, Peebles, Possession of Drugs - Heroin, Drug Paraphernalia and Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 9/1. Adam R. Stephens, 34, Peebles, Domestic Violence. Booked 8/8 Released 8/31. Dwain E. Taylor, 49, Peebles, Possession of Drugs. Booked 8/31 Released 9/4. James Donald Thacker, 41, Manchester, Possession of Drugs. Booked 9/1 Released 9/4. Jeremiah Lee Tolle, 36, Peebles, Failure to Appear on a Felony Charge. Booked 9/5 Released 9/6. James D. Towner, 35, Manchester, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge. Booked 9/3. Christy A. White, 23, West Union, Failure to Appear on Misdemeanor Charge.Booked 8/31. Christopher Connor Young. 26, West Union, Breaking and Entering. Booked 9/1 Released 9/4.

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Obituaries Russell D. Roush

Russell D. Roush, 89, of Manchester, died Wednesday, September 5, at his home. He was born in Manchester, on October 14, 1922 to the late Ernest and Mae Scott Roush. He was a former member of the United Methodist Church in Clermont, FL, current member of the West Union United Methodist Church, attended Drafting School, was the owner\operator of Citrus Growers and a member of the Haines City Citrus Growers Co-Op. He and Elizabeth were married 69 years as of May 2012. He is survived by his wife: Elizabeth "Betty" Satterfield Roush of Manchester, two sons: Kenneth (Sara) Roush of Blenheim, New Zealand, Robert S. (Jaime) Roush of Prattville, AL, one daughter Gaile (Robert) Carrigan of Manchester, five grandchildren and one great grandchild. Funeral services were held Sunday, September 9 at theWilson Home for Funerals. Pastor Dan Johnson and Rev. Owen Applegate officiated. Burial followed at the Manchester Cemetery.

Lucille Williamson

Lucille Williamson, 96, of Hillsboro, passed away Thursday, September 6, at the Crestwood Nursing Center. She was born in Adams County, on March 31, 1916 the daughter of the late Ernest and Bessie (Freeze) Chenoweth. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by one son Pete Williamson, one brother Buck Chenoweth and two sisters Virgie Kerns and Ruth Chenoweth. She is survived by six sons and daughters-in-laws Chuck and Anita of Florida, Jessie of Hillsboro, Bert of Newark, Billy of Hillsboro, Paul of Hillsboro and Danny and Norma Williamson of Peebles, four daughters and sons-in-laws; Gladys Burns of Seaman, Nellie Potts of Peebles, Esther and Herb Long of Newark and Dessie and Donald McCann of Winchester, 40 grandchildren, 70 great grandchildren and 50 great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 12, at 1:00 p.m. at the Apostolic Deliverance Tabernacle with Don Lewis officiating. Burial will follow in the Locust Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. at the Apostolic Deliverance Tabernacle. To sign our online guest book, visit us at www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com

Patricia Ann Williamson

Patricia Ann Williamson, 58, of Manchester, died Wednesday, September 5, at the Christ Hospital. She was born in Albertville, AL on May 25, 1954 to the late Manuel and Geneva Mullinax McKee. She was a former homemaker. She is survived by her husband Jimmy D. Williamson of Manchester, four sons Adam (Felicia) Williamson of Manchester, David (Julie) Murray of Blue Creek, Greg (Carmen) Murray of Brooksville, FL and J.D. Jr Williamson of Jacksonville, FL, three daughters Vanessa Baldwin and Melinda (Elvis) Horsley of Manchester and Beth (Tommy) Thompson of West Union, 3 brothers Tony (Pam) McKee of Dade City, FL, Greg (Charleen) McKee of FL, Danny (Rhonda) McKee of Longview, WA, two sisters Sheila McKee of Naples, FL and Lisa McKee of Longview, WA and 17 grandchildren. Visitation was held Saturday, September 8 at Wilson Home for Funerals. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

James D. “Squee” Lewis

James D. "Squee" Lewis, 73, of Aberdeen, died Monday, September 3, at his home. He was born in Manchester, on May 17, 1939 to the late Elmer and Susanna Preston Lewis. He was a former Construction worker. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his grandson Thomas James Womacks. He is survived by his wife Patricia Hackathorn Lewis of Aberdeen, three sons Danny (Becky) Lewis, Mike Lewis and Joe Lewis all of Manchester, two daughters Debbie (Tom) Womacks of Manchester and Janet Perkins of Ripley, 11 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family. Wilson Home for Funerals are assisting the family.

Beatrice E. KingSapp

Beatrice E. King-Sapp, 66, of Sardinia, formerly of West Union, died Thursday August 23, at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center at the Adams County Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Sapp was born August 2, 1946 the daughter of the late Roy and Ruthaleen (Price) Kendrick in Cincinnati. Survivors include her husband; Richard Sapp of Sardinia, two daughters Samantha Lockhart and husband Steven of Winchester, Kentucky; Brenda King of Heyworth, Illinois, one son John King of Sinking Springs, two brothers Butch Kendrick and wife Shirley of Ft. Thomas, Kentucky; Ted Kendrick of Ft. Thomas, Kentucky and seven grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 15, at 12:00 p.m.. at the Moore’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Blue Creek. The Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union, Ohio is serving the family. Memorials can be made to the Hospice of Hope, 909 Kenton Station Drive, Maysville, Kentucky 41056. Friends and Family may sign Mrs. Sapp’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

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Community News/Events The Adams County Board of Developmental Disabilities will meet Thursday, September 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the Venture Productions, Inc.

Kid’s Health Fairs Adams County Children Services, Adams County Health Department, Adams County Job and Family Services, Adams County Medical Foundation, Inc., Adams County Regional Medical Center, Manchester Local Schools and Adams County Ohio Valley Schools joined together to offer four Kid’s Health Fairs (KHF), one at each county high school. The health fairs were for Adams County kids, ages 3-18. Our total attendance, combined from the four schools, was 1,350 kids. Blood pressure, height, weight, scoliosis and vision screenings were performed free of charge to the participants. ACRMC personnel, EMS squad members from Seaman, Peebles and West Union, Southern State Community College nursing students, and students, as well as school personnel volunteered their time to assist with the screenings. The Health Department provided 126 immunizations and 2 lead tests. The West Union Spine Center Chiropractic, LLC provided scoliosis screening for all children. Volunteers from General Electric, Adams County Health Coalition, ACRMC Auxiliary, ACRMC personnel and school personnel provided assistance with physical activities and registration. Kacey Cluxton, from Primary Plus provided information about healthy eating habits. All of the participants of the Kid’s Health Fair received the results of their screenings the day of the health fair and will receive a height/weight/BMI chart with the results from this year as well as the results

from the past 2 years, if they attended the 2010 and 2011 health fairs. This chart will include their blood pressure results and will be helpful in tracking their child’s progress over the years. The chart will be accompanied by a letter explaining each child’s BMI results. Additional information concerning making good decisions about what we eat, drink and how we exercise will be included. Donations from local businesses and organizations made it possible to provide each child with a $20.00 school supply gift card. We hope to make a difference in the lives of the children of Adams County. Our goal is to grow healthier children in our community. Providing education to parents and children about healthier food and drink choices, as well as the importance of physical exercise is one step toward this goal. In addition to those mentioned above, we would like to thank the following businesses and organizations that helped make the Adams County Kid’s Health Fair possible. Adams Brown Community Action Program, Adams Brown Healthy Communities, Adams County Building & Loan, Adams Rural Electric, Cherry Fork Presbyterian Women, Commac Foods (Taco Bell/KFC), First State Bank, Greene Chiropractic Center, InterFaith Association, Link Insurance Service, Lively Lady Campground, Manchester VFW, Molina Healthcare of Ohio, National Bank of Adams County, Walmart, West Union United Methodist Women and Wilson Home for Funerals.

Adams County/Ohio Valley Local School District Breakfast Tuesday, September 11, Ham and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich Wednesday, September 12, WG Pancake Sausage Thursday, September 13, Scrambled Eggs and 1 WW Toast Friday, September 14, Biscuit and Gravy Monday, September 17, 3 WG French Toast Sticks w/dip Tuesday, September 18, Pancake Sausage Wrap Elementary Lunch Tuesday, September 11, Mega noodle Soup, w/grilled cheese on WG bread, Steamed Peas, Broccoli/Carrots/dip, Strawberries w/Bananas and Applesauce Wednesday, September 12, Popcorn Chicken w/WW bread, Steamed Sweet Potatoes, Steamed Green Beans, Pears and Peaches Thursday, September 13, Salisbury Steak w/Breadstick, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Steamed Spinach, Fruit Cocktail and Apricots Friday, September 14, Fish on WW, Steamed Mixed Vegetables, Steamed Brussels Sprouts, Fresh Kiwi and Pears Monday, September 17, WG Pasta w/Garlic Toast, Steamed Green Beans, Steamed Carrots, Peaches and Pears Tuesday, September 18, Hamburger Deluxe, Baked Crispy Potatoes, Broccoli/Carrots/dip, Applesauce and Fresh Orange Slice High School Lunch Tuesday, September 11, Popcorn Chicken, Steamed Sweet potatoes, Steamed Green Beans Pears and Peaches Wednesday, September 12, Pizza Burger, Baked Beans, Broccoli/Carrots/dip, Strawberries w/Bananas Thursday, September 13, Salisbury Steak w/Breadstick, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Steamed Spinach, Fruit Cocktail and Apricots Friday, September 14, Fish on WW, Steamed Mixed Vegetables, Steamed Brussels Sprouts, Fresh Kiwi and Pears Monday, September 17, Pasta w/Garlic Breadstick, Steamed Green Beans, Steamed Carrots, Peaches and Pears Tuesday, September 18, Nacho Scoops w/lettuce, tomato, cheese and salsa, Refried Beans, Corn on the Cob, Cherries and Applesauce

Manchester Local School District Breakfast Tuesday, September 11, Breakfast Pizza Wednesday, September 12, Mini Pancakes Thursday, September 13, Sausage and Gravy Biscuits Friday, September 14, French Toast Sticks w/ Sausage Monday, September 17, Sausage Biscuit Tuesday, September 18, Breakfast Pizza K-5 Lunch Tuesday, September 11, BBQ Chicken, Baked Beans, Banana and Carrots Wednesday, September 12, Hamburger, Peaches, Cole Slaw and Baked French Fries Thursday, September 13, Pepperoni Pizza, Fresh Apples, Corn and Fresh Cucumbers Friday, September 14, Cheesy Breadsticks w/ sauce, Lettuce Mix and Ranch Dressing Monday, September 17, Spaghetti w/Meatballs, Pears, Lettuce Mix, Ranch Dressing and Fresh Cucumbers Tuesday, September 18, Sloppy Joe, Peaches, Baked Beans and Cole Slaw 6-8 Lunch Tuesday, September 11, BBQ Chicken, Fresh Broccoli, Pears, Carrots and Ranch Dressing/Salad Wednesday, September 12, Cheeseburger, Fresh Apple Slices, Cole Slaw and Baked French Fries Thursday, September 13, Pepperoni Pizza, Fresh Apples, Corn, Fresh Cucumbers and Ranch Dressing Friday, September 14, Cheesy Breadsticks w/ sauce, Lettuce Mix and Ranch Dressing Monday, September 17, Spaghetti w/Meatballs, Pears, Lettuce Mix, Ranch Dressing and Fresh Cucumbers Tuesday, September 18, Sloppy Joe, Peaches, Baked Beans and Cole Slaw High School Lunch Tuesday, September 11, BBQ Chicken, Baked French Fries, Fresh Broccoli, Pears, Carrot Sticks and Ranch Dressing Wednesday, September 12, Cheeseburger, Salad Dressing, Fresh Apples, Peaches, Baked Beans and Cole Slaw Thursday, September 13, Pepperoni Pizza, Pears, Fresh Apples, Corn, Ranch Dressing, Fresh Cucumbers and Graham Crackers Friday, September 14, Cheesy Breadsticks w/ sauce, Lettuce Mix, Ranch Dressing, Carrots and Pineapple Chunks Monday, September 17, Pizza Steak Hoagie, Peaches, Baked Beans, Celery Sticks and Ranch Dressing Tuesday, September 18, Sloppy Joe, Peaches, Mixed Dried Fruit, Baked Beans and Cole Slaw

Adams County Public Library Did you know that you can access any Chilton’s Vehicle Repair manual on the Internet, through the Adams County Public Library’s website? This popular resource is available for free to community members, through the Adams County Public Library’s membership in the SEO Library group. Using the Chilton Library online, you can look up any vehicle by year, make, and model, and find the repair and maintenance information that you need. Chilton Library online offers repair manuals, including diagrams and specifications, as well as maintenance

schedules, and the manufacturer’s technical service bulletins and recalls, for any vehicle made from 1940 until today. To access this free resource, visit the Adams County Public Library’s website, at http://adamsco.lib.oh.us, and click on the “Reference and Research” link, and follow the link to “Chilton Library.” To access the records you need, simply use the Vehicle Selector to specify the year, make, and model of a vehicle, and Chilton’s will automatically display all the available information for that vehicle. You can browse the

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repair information online, or print out the instructions and diagrams that you need. Need help getting started? Stop by any branch of the Adams County Public Library. Our staff will be glad to help you find Chilton Library online, and help you print out the information you find. Want to take Chilton’s with you to the garage? Chilton Library offers a free app for your smartphone or tablet, that lets you access all of Chilton’s manuals, wherever you are. To get the app, visit the Adams County Public Library’s website, click on “Reference and Research,” and then click “Get the Chilton’s app” to find the Gale Cengage app for your iPhone or Android phone. To access Chilton’s, just select the Adams County Public Library as your home library. Manchester Library’s weekly Story Time for preschoolers is now on a new day. Join Adam for fun

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stories, crafts, and activities each Monday at 10:30 am. The Peebles Library’s Tot’s Time is each Wednesday at 10:30 am, with Sherry. West Union Library’s Story Time is each Thursday at 10:30 am, with Tara. Don’t forget to sign up for the North Adams Friends of the Library Annual 5K Run/Walk, coming up on September 22, during the Seaman Fall Festival. The entry fee is $12 on or before September 15, or $15 after September 15 and on the day of the race. Registration forms are available at the North Adams Library. The run/walk will begin at 8:30 am on September 22, in front of Young’s IGA in Seaman. All age group winners receive an award, and all participants receive a Tshirt. Proceeds raised will support activities at the North Adams Library. The North Adams Friends thank you for your support! Library Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Extended Evening Hours: Manchester – Monday and Wednesday til 7:00 pm North Adams – Tuesday and Thursday til 7:00 pm Peebles – Monday and Wednesday til 7:00 pm West Union – Tuesday and Thursday til 7:00 pm

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Cuffs and Collars Southwest Ohio On November 12, 2011, a 13-year-old boy and his eight year-old brother were squirrel hunting and were not accompanied by an adult; contrary to Ohio wildlife laws. While in the act of hunting, one of the boys shot and killed a wild, native Ohio female bobcat; a state endangered species afforded full protection under Ohio law. Shortly thereafter, the father of the boys called the Ohio Turn In a Poacher (TIP) hotline and reported his son for the unlawful harvesting of a bobcat. November 14, 2011, Wildlife Officer James Carnes and Investigator Kevin Behr contacted the father at his residence in regards to the violation. The father was very cooperative and turned the bobcat carcass over to Officer Carnes. He stated that on November 12, 2011, his sons were out hunting unaccompanied on a specified property where his son then shot and killed a bobcat. He went on to state that both of his sons told him they thought the bobcat was a coyote when it was shot. Officer Carnes and Investigator Behr made an appointment with the father to return and speak with his sons and have them take the officers to the location where the bobcat was killed. Later that day, Officer Carnes and Investigator Behr return to the residence and

45154, or you may submit your story by email to bcplmo@oplin.org. If entering online, please send your stories as an RTF attachment along with all contact information. Deadline for submissions is midnight, October 3. The public is welcome to join us for a reading and presentations of prizes to the winning authors on Thursday, October 26, at 7:00 p.m. at the Mt. Orab Library. Chapbooks of the winning stories will be available at the event. For more information or entry fees, contact the library at 937-444-1414 or Lawrence at 513-427-4211.

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The Brown County Writers Group and the Mt. Orab Branch of The Brown County Public Library are happy to announce a call for submissions to the 2012 Scary Story Contest. All ages are welcome to submit and the contest is free to all residents of Southwest Ohio. Only two stories per submission. You must include your name, age (or adult, if over 18) address and phone number or e-mail address. Please use a legible font such as New Times Roman for submissions. Send your entries to the Mt. Orab Branch of The Brown County Public Library, 613 S. High St. Mt. Orab, OH

interviewed the boys in the presence of their father. One boy stated that he had completed the Ohio Hunter Education Program in September 2011; he had purchased a youth hunting license and had written permission to hunt the property. The boys then relayed a story to Officer Carnes and Investigator Behr

about squirrel hunting and shooting the bobcat because they mistook it for a coyote. The boys took the officers to the location where the bobcat was shot and the location was documented. The animal was shot one time with a 20-gauge shotgun at a distance of about 50 feet. At the conclusion of the contact the gun used to shoot the bobcat was seized. Central Ohio On a hot day in July, Wildlife Officer Justus Nethero and a wildlife investigator were working sport fish enforcement at O’Shaughnessy Reservoir in Delaware County. As they drove into the Twin Lakes area, they observed three men fishing. Upon making contact, Officer Nethero asked to see the fishermen’s licenses. Two

men had no problem producing licenses, but one told Nethero he wasn’t fishing so he didn’t need one. Nethero pulled him aside and explained to him that he had witnessed him fishing, including re-baiting his hook. Upon finding this out the man hung down his head and said “I’m sorry.” He admitted to the officers that he knew he needed to have a fishing license, but hadn’t bought one this year. He was issued a citation and paid $155 at the Delaware County Municipal Court for fishing without a license. Northeast Ohio Mahoning County Wildlife Officer Tom Frank and Wildlife Officer Supervisor Dave Brown were working late one evening at Berlin Lake when they observed a golf cart parked in a gravel area. As they approached the vehicle they noticed the female occupant attempt to conceal a marijuana pipe on the floor of the golf cart with her foot. As she attempted to produce her driver’s license a plastic baggie containing marijuana was visible inside her purse. She was charged with possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia. She was convicted in court and received $251.00 in fines and court costs. Her driver’s license was suspended for six months as well. The judge also commented that she would be losing any financial aid she was receiving.

Sycamore Chapter, West Union, OH The Sycamore Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. in the Adams County Heritage Center in West Union, OH. The meeting was called to order by Regent JoAnn White. All members present recited the DAR Ritual, Pledge to the Flag, and the American’s Creed. President General Merry Ann T. Wright’s message was read by Rose Vogler which discussed the upcoming 121st Continental Congress, an update regarding the President General’s preservation project including the DAR Library, Washington, D.C. State Regent Sharlene Shoaf’s message was read by Frances Towner which included information regarding the state regent’s Christian Waldschmidt Homestead Barn kitchen upgrade project. A donation was discussed regarding this project. Members answered the call of the roll. The minutes of the April 14, 2012 meeting were read by Linda Mendenhall and stood approved as read. Lucille Gelter filed the treasurer’s report and it was approved as presented. No national defense report was presented today. Virginia Shipley presented a membership committee report. Discussion included other individuals interested in membership in the DAR. Thinking of you cards were signed and will be sent. Addresses were updated. Gayla Beth Fritzhand was

welcomed as a new member. Discussion also included other individuals interested in membership in the DAR. Old business included a local contribution from our DAR chapter to assist in plans to upgrade the Christian Waldschmidt Homestead kitchen. Regent White discussed the upcoming Fall Fun Fair in August 2012. It was moved by Nancy Adkinson and seconded by Rose Vogler to make a donation to the CWH Barn kitchen upgrade project. Vote: Motion carried. Regent White updated the membership of a presentation on May 18, 2012 to the Peebles Elementary 2nd grade students regarding the American Flag and Patriotism. A tour of Parker House and Rankin House in Ripley along with a luncheon is being planned. Ethel Chambers, genealogical society, asked the membership to consider lowering of the price of the Evans and Stivers 1900 History of Adams County, Ohio from the present cost of $34.99. It was moved by Lucille Gelter and second-

ed by Frances Towner to establish the revised price of $20.00 for the Evans and Stivers 1900 History of Adams County, Ohio. Vote all yea. Yvonne Y. Hiteshue, SW District Director, presented today’s program and gave an interesting presentation including the following: “The DAR is a volunteer service organization based on lineage to someone who fought in the American Revolution. We preserve historic buildings and artifacts; provide contests, awards and scholarships; support schools and develop good citizens while celebrating the exceptional events in our American History”. Membership in the DAR included Nancy Reagan, Eleanor Roosevelt, Elizabeth Dole, and Bo Derrick. Director Hiteshue also reviewed DAR’s mission to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism and stated our motto is God, Home and Country. It was moved by Virginia Shipley and seconded by Rose Vogler to adjourn. Vote all yea. West served as hostesses for today’s meeting.

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Politics & Government New Resources For Drought-Stricken Ohioans In All 88 Ohio Counties Senators Brown and Rob Portman (R) Led Letter from Ohio Congressional Delegation Urging President Obama to Send Resources for Recovery Efforts Following Severe Storms this Summer. New federal assistance is available for agricultural producers in Ohio who experienced crop or production loss due to a recent drought. U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) designated all of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 88 counties as disaster areas due to severe heat and excessive drought this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These new resources will provide some relief to farmers and livestock producers dealing with this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s record drought,â&#x20AC;? Brown said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although USDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistance will help some producers get

back on their feet, passing the Senate farm bill reauthorizes critical disaster programs which expired last year and makes much-needed reforms by building on crop insurance and creating a safety net to assist farmers when prices drop or when natu-

flow is low due to losses. Brown, Chairman of the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Jobs, Rural Economic Growth and Energy Innovation, was critical in passing the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Actâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;or the 2012 farm billâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;through the Senate. Brown authored a provision of the farm bill that would Senator S h e r r o d strengthen the farm safety net and crop insurance proBrown grams. With the current D-Ohio law set to expire on Sept. 30, the U.S. House of Representatives has not yet voted on the farm bill. ral disaster strikes.â&#x20AC;? Brown is the first Ohioan With this disaster designa- to serve on both the U.S. Senate tion, primary and contiguous Committee on Agriculture, counties are eligible to be con- Nutrition, and Forestry and the sidered for assistance from the Senate Appropriations Farm Service Agency (FSA) for Agriculture Subcommittee. emergency loans (EM). These Agriculture is still Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s loans can help producers if cash largest industry.

Ohio Voters to Receive Statewide Absentee Ballot Applications Voters need only complete the application, mail it back and their ballot will be delivered to them. Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted announced that more than six million applications to vote absentee in the upcoming Presidential Election will be mailed to Ohio voters, arriving inmailboxes shortly after Labor Day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This mailing represents an unprecedented move toward uniformity, accessibility andfairness in Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;selections process,â&#x20AC;? Secretary Husted said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For the first timevoters in all 88 counties will receive an application to vote by mailâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; turning their kitchen table into a voting booth," said Secretary Husted. By the Numbers: Âˇ Two â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Number of statewide mailings. First mailing went out on August 31, arriving in mailboxes shortly after Labor Day; Second supplemental mailing will go out early October.

Âˇ The 88 Ohio counties where all registered voters will receive an absentee ballot application -- marking the first time ever all Ohioans will have same level ofaccess to ballot. Âˇ More Than Six Million â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Number of voters included in

Ohio and absentee ballots will be sent out â&#x20AC;&#x201C; October 2. Âˇ Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; National elections experts havenoted that Ohio is the only state in the nation to send outabsentee ballot applications to all registered voters outside of those states, which vote exclusively by mail (currently Washington and Oregon). GUEST Âˇ $1.4 Million â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Total cost COLUMN of the initial statewide mailSecretary of State ing, which is well under iniJohn Husted tial estimates of $2-$3 milR-Ohio lion. With this cost comes the benefit of more votes being cast early,easing the Election Day rush and initial mailing. The supplemen- reducing the potential for long tal mailing will go out early lines at thepolls. October and include voters who Voters must complete and registered or updated their infor- mail in their application by noon mation after August 6, 2012. on Saturday, November 3, 2012 Âˇ Threeâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Number of fields .If they change their mind and voters must complete on per- go to the polls after having sonalized absentee ballot appli- requested an absentee ballot, cations. Voters must provide they will have to vote provisionvalid identification, their date of ally. birth and signature. For more information Âˇ 35 days before Election about the 2012 election, visit Day that early voting begins in www.MyOhioVote.com.

U.S. National Debt Topping $16 Tril ion for the First Time in History U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-Ohio) released the following statement on the U.S. national debt topping $16 trillion for the first time in history: America has long shone as a beacon of hope and opportunity, where oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past does not dictate oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future. Today, for the first time in our nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history, our debt has soared to $16 trillion, a dangerous milestone and yet another sign that our country is going down a very different path than it was when our ancestors came in search of the American dream. If we do not take swift measures to get our fiscal house in order, today's economy will continue to suffer and future generations will be unfairly weighed down by Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s irresponsible fiscal policies. Washington is feverishly borrowing and spending money that we do not have, and our children and grandchildren will be forced to pay the leftover bills from this continued spending spree. Failure to address our problems now will burden future generations and hinder their chances of prosperity. This debt will not only be a liability for our kids and grandkids, but economists also tell us that it will limit economic growth and kill millions of jobs now and in the future. Families in Ohio and across the nation are suffering through the worst recovery since the Great Depression. They are looking for real leadership to cut spending, streamline government, and finally get us on a path toward a balanced budget. The success of

future generations depends on it, and I will keep fighting for a responsible budget, and for the combination of good, pro-growth policies and commonsense spending restraint to get Ohio and the country back on track. So exactly how enormous is Washington's National Debt? Portman said, "I hope that this breakdown of the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s massive debt will help to shed light on just how grave Washingtonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s debt malpractice has become and why we need pro-growth policies and common-sense spending restraint now."

U.S. Senator Rob Portman $16 Trillion In $1 Bills (R) Âˇ Would cover the entire State of Ohio nearly 1.5 times Âˇ Would stack to the moon 4 times Âˇ Would fill the Horseshoe at Ohio State 19 times over Âˇ Would fill the Sears Tower 31 times over Âˇ Would cover every square inch of highways, road, parking lots, and pavement in the U.S. Other Comparisons Âˇ $51,000 per person Âˇ $130,000 per household Âˇ 32 times as large as the GDP of Ohio Âˇ Equal to size of our country's entire economy (GDP ) Âˇ The approximate value of the entire U.S. stock market It's enough to buy both the Cleveland Indians and Cincinnati Reds 1,918 times

DeWine to Appeal Obama forAmerica v. Husted Ruling Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced that he will appeal the ruling for a preliminary injunction issued today by United States District Judge Peter Economus in Obama for America v. Husted. "With all due respect to the Judge, we disagree with his ruling today," said Attorney General DeWine. "We have always allowed dis-

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defend the laws of the State of Ohio and defend the right of Ohio to set its own law based on the Ohio and U.S. Constitutions. We Mike DeWine believe states should Ohio Attorney have the right to set the hours of election and General the time of election. (R) "There is already ample opportunity for everyone to vote. "My job as the Voters in Ohio will be able Attorney General is to to vote absentee beginning 35 days in advance of the election, and, for the first time, the Ohio Secretary of State is mailing out absenFinancial Advisor tee ballot applications to 481 Tucker Dr every registered voter in P.O. Box 218 Ohio. Further, under Secretary Husted's previMaysville, KY 41056 ous directive, voters would Bus. 606-759-9910 have been able to vote in Fax 877-516-3173 person at their Board of www.edwardjones.com Elections beginning Oct. 2 Cell 937-725-0417 ronald.lynch@edwardjones.com through the Friday before Election Day."

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Am I a Veteran? National Food Safety Month Am I a veteran? I am asked this question at least once every week. Personally, I would like to think that a military veteran is any man or woman who has honorably served the United States in any branch of the military for more than training purposes. But, the answer is not that simple. Are you a "War Veteran"? A "Combat Veteran"? When did you serve? Where did you serve? Was your service considered "active" duty? How many days were you on "active" duty? What this question usually implies when directed to me is, "Am I eligible for veteran benefits?" And, that depends on which benefit. Legally and professionally, I am bound by the state and federal definitions of " a Veteran." And, these are not really definitions, but guideline for VA benefits. The following is law and what I must honor. These excerpts are taken from the Federal Benefits for Veterans, Dependents and Survivors handbook (copies are available here at the VSO), the Ohio Revised Code, and Federal Veterans Laws, Rules and Regulations. According to The Code of The Laws of the United States of America Title 38 -- Veterans' Benefits. Chapter 1: "101. Definitions": (2) The term “Veteran” means a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable. According to the Federal Benefits for Veterans handbook: Eligibility for Veterans Pension: Veterans with low incomes who are either permanently and totally disabled, or age 65 and older, may be eligible for monetary support if they have 90 days or more of active military service; at least one day of which was during a period of war. The 90-day active service requirement does not apply to veterans with a serviceconnected disability justifying discharge from the military. (Veterans who entered active duty on or after Sept. 8, 1980, or officers who entered active duty on or after Oct. 16, 1981, may have to meet a longer minimum period of active duty). The veteran’s discharge must have been under conditions other than dishonorable and the disability must be for reasons other than the veteran’s own willful misconduct. (Ch. 3, p37) Reserve and National Guard: Eligibility for VA Benefits: Reservists who serve on active duty establish veteran status and may be eligible for the fullrange of VA benefits, depending on the length of active military service and a discharge or release from active duty under condi-

B. As used in section 5901.08 and other sections of the Revised Code with regard to applications for financial assistance under sections 5901.02 to 5901.15 of the Revised Code, “veteran” means either of the following: (1) A person who served in the armed forces of the United States on active military duty and was discharged from the service under honorable conditions, and who either served on active duty for reasons other than training or , while serving on active duty for training, incurred a disability recognized by the department of veterans affairs or department of defense as service-connected; (2) A person who served in the United States merchant Guest Column marine, who either Veterans Corner served on active duty for reasons other than Tony A. Blevins, training or, while serving on active duty for CVSO training, incurred a disability recognized by the department of vetRevised Code - Chapter erans affairs or the depart5901.01: Veterans’ servic- ment of defense as servicees definitions (As used in connected, and to whom either or the following section 5901.01): A. Except as otherwise applies: (a) The person has an provided in division (B) of this section, “veteran” honorable report of separameans either of the follow- tion from the active duty ing: (1) A former member military service, form of the armed forces of the DD214 or DD215. (b) The United States who served person served in the on active military duty and United States merchant received an honorable dis- marine between December charge or honorable sepa- 7, 1941, and December 31, ration, a member of the 1946, and died on active armed forces of the United duty while serving in a war States who died on active zone during that period of military duty, or a member service. The two phrases that of the armed forces of the United States missing in stand out in all of these action more than ninety definitions/guidelines are days; (2) A member of the "active military duty" and United States merchant “active duty for other than marine to whom either of training.” I hope this offers the following applies: (a) some sense of clarity on The member has an honor- what, according to federal able report of separation and state law, constitutes from the active duty mili- "a veteran" with benefits. If you have questions tary service, form DD214 or DD215. (b) The mem- about military veteran benber served in the United efits or would like a copy States merchant marine of the Federal Benefits for between December 7, Veterans, Dependents and 1941, and December 31, Survivors handbook , visit Service 1946, and died on active the Veterans' duty while serving in a war Office, 641 Panhandle zone during that period of Ave., West Union, OH, or call 937-544-5005. service. tions other than dishonorable. In addition, reservists not activated may qualify for some VA benefits. National Guard members can establish eligibility for VA benefits if activated for federal service during a period of war or domestic emergency. Activation for other than federal service does not qualify guard members for all VA benefits. Claims for VA benefits based on federal service filed by members of the National Guard should include a copy of the military orders, presidential proclamation or executive order that clearly demonstrates the federal nature of the service. ( Ch. 8, p75) Finally, the Ohio

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Amy L. Habig Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences Ohio State University Extension - Adams, Brown and Highland Counties September is National Food Safety Month. The National Restaurant Association’s National Food Safety Month was created in 1994 to heighten awareness about the importance of food safety education and training. Each year, a new theme and free training activities and posters are created for the restaurant and foodservice industry to help reinforce proper food safety practices and procedures. As part of Ohio State University Extension’s commitment to food safety education and training, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educators across Ohio offer ServSafe Food Safety training for employees and managers working in the foodservice industry. If you are interested in ServSafe training, contact Amy Habig, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Educator for Adams, Brown, and Highland Counties, at 937393-1918 or habig.13@osu.edu. Program Assistants with the Ohio State University

Extension Family Nutrition Program discuss food safety during their nutrition programs at community agencies throughout Adams, Brown, and Highland counties. Extension recognizes that it is important for people to feel confident in selecting nutritious foods for their families, and that it is equally important for people feel confident in storing and handling foods safety. Food safety is just as critical in your home kitchen as it is in restaurants and other food establishments. Poor food safety could leave many of us feeling very ill. You can take precautions to avoid cross-contamination in your home kitchen. National Food Safety Month is a great time to examine your food safety habits. When handling and storing food, remember these important food safety tips: · Wash your hands before and after touching food. The suggested method of washing your hands involves wetting your hands and arms with water that is as hot as you can tolerate. Add soap and scrub for at least 20 seconds. This is about enough time to sing Happy Birthday twice. Dry your hands with a single-use paper towel. · Be conscious of what

you touch. When handling food, avoid touching your nose, hair, pets, shoes, and garbage cans. Germs from these items can be transferred onto the foods you are handling. · Separate foods. Keep raw meats away from ready-toeat foods like raw fruits and vegetables. Store raw meats in the bottom shelf of your refrigerator so juices don’t drip onto other foods. Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw meats. · Take extra care when preparing food for those with allergies. People with food allergies can be extra sensitive to even small amounts of allergy-causing foods such as peanuts, shellfish, or eggs. If someone you are cooking for is allergic to a certain food, prepare their foods separately from the foods for your other guests. This includes using separate cutting boards, utensils, and serving dishes. Wash your hands before handling food for people with allergies. For more information about National Food Safety Month, visit www.foodsafetymonth.com. Contact Amy Habig at 937-393-1918 or habig.13@osu.edu with any food safety-related questions you may have.

Liberty on the Border: A Civil War Exhibit on Display A new exhibit, sure to delight American history buffs…Liberty on the Border: A Civil War Exhibit. The exhibit will be on temporary display at The Kentucky Gateway Museum Center 215 Sutton Street, Maysville, Kentucy from September 22, through January 12, 2013 thanks to many generous donors. The exhibit, designed by Cincinnati Museum Center staff and historians and sponsored by the History Channel, focuses on the relationship of border states during the Civil War to provide new insights into the events leading up to the war, the war years, and the “politics of memory” that has occurred from post-war to modern day. At that time the Ohio River and other state line border regions were not just a physical border between neighboring states, but

also represented a dividing line between North and South, “free” and “slave.” The exhibit looks at the Civil War in a new way, allowing visitors to look not only at the very real physical border that separated slave states from the free states, but also the wide spectrum of attitudes of people in those areas. Liberty on the Border will include numerous artifacts, archival documents, broadsides, ephemera, lithographs, and photographs. Reproductions of certain artifacts provide visitors with a multi-sensory exhibit experience as they try on a soldier’s jacket, feel the weight of his pack and inspect the merchandise at the Sanitary Fair. The exhibit will also contain a multitude of interactive pieces including videos and a computer interactive, where visitors can gain

a greater understanding of how the famous Compromises of 1820, 1850, and the Kansas-Nebraska Act redrew borders within the United States and its Territories. The exhibit is unique from other Civil War exhibits because it tells the story from a border area focus. It is unique, too, because of its strong focus on non-military events and civilian contributions, which puts the causes, effects, and meaning of the war in more personal terms. Educational materials are available for teacher use with students, and tours may be arranged by calling the museum at (606)564-5865. The Kentucky Gateway Museum Center is located at 215 Sutton Street, Maysville, Kentucky.

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Local Government

Adams County Commissioners The Board of Adams County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, August 20, 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 Brian Baldridge and seconded by

Justin Cooper to approve the bills. 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 Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the JFS payroll of $49,237.39 for pay period August 12, 2012 through August 25, 2012 upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas. It was moved by Brian

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Baldridge and seconded by Roger Rhonemus to approve the following travel: JFS/ S. Hopkins, K. Eagleston, SETS Training/Case Mgmt., Columbus, OH 8/29-30/12, $214.53. Vote: All yeas. EMS Director Etta Sparks met with the board to discuss EMS service and building lease agreements. Facilities Director Sally Hayslip, Rick Setty, and 9-1-1 Director Donnie Swayne met with the board to discuss building maintenance and the new fiber optic phone line.

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W.B. Green representative Linda Jackson and Medical Mutual representatives Melinda Brown and Danita Andrews met with the board to discuss the quarterly health insurance experience reports for claims and premiums. JFS Director Sue Fulton met with the board to discuss the following: Travel, budgetary FCFC service coordination, fraud investigation, nutrition program, Back to School cards, duplicate food assistance cards, and personnel. It was moved by Roger

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Rhonemus and seconded by Brian Baldridge to approve the JFS personnel action revision of employee Malissa Gorman’s rate of pay upon the recommendation of JFS Director Sue Fulton. Vote: All yeas. Jail Administrator Larry Heller met with the board to discuss inmate dental bills. Melody Myers of the Sheriff’s Department met with the board to discuss the sick leave donation form. It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the sick leave donation between Sheriff Department employees upon the recommendation of Sheriff Kimmy Rogers. Clerk of Courts Gary Gardner met with the board to give an update on the relocation of the Title Department to the Village of West Union Municipal Building.

E.C.D. Director Holly Johnson met with the board to discuss the Barnes Sewer Debt and grant reporting. Assistant Prosecutor Dana Whalen was also present to review the numbers for debt payment. Ms. Johnson also discussed the closing for the Jaybird Road railroad property. It was moved by Brian Baldridge and seconded by Justin Cooper to approve the establishment of Faith Road in Liberty Township contingent upon property owners Jeff and Lisa Newman granting the property easement rights for the roadway to Liberty Township. Vote: All yeas. Commissioner Brian Baldridge was excused at 3:40 p.m. It was moved by Roger Rhonemus and seconded by Justin Cooper to adjourn at 4:24 p.m. Vote: Baldridge, absent, Cooper, yea, Rhonemus, yea.

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HOMES FOR SALE HOMES R1 – SEAMAN - Brick home featuring 2660 SF living area, 2+ BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen with appliances, dining room, utility room, storage room, elec. heat, A/C, 2-car att. garage, front porch, large back porch, large fenced back yard, mother-in-law suite has 1 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen & dining room. $89,900. 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.

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. R9 – CYNTHIANA – Fixer upper, frame home with vinyl siding, 3 BR, living room, kitchen, metal roof, carport. PRICE REDUCED TO $8,500.

0.918 acre with 1997 DW, 1170 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, new windows, floating floor, 2-car garage, covered front porch, concrete patio, extra lot with water & sewage. $89,900 – MAKE OFFER.

R25 - WINCHESTER - Frame home with vinyl siding, 1621 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, fuel oil furnace, elec. baseboard heat, gas wall heater, flooring is combination of tile/vinyl/carpeting, 2-car garage, 2 porches, 0.226 acre lot. Nice starter or rental home. $49,900. 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, city water/sewage.This is a must-see and priced to sell at $89,900! 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.

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

R33 – PEEBLES – Frame home with vinyl siding, 1142 SF living area, 3 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances & new counter top & cabinets, large storage room, elec. heat, city water/sewer, new windows, hardwood & vinyl flooring, att. garage. This is a very clean home. $53,500.

H7 - WEST UNION - 2.38 acres with 14x70 mobile home, 2 BR. 1 bath, eat-in kitchen with appliances, elec.furnace, 2 A/C, county water, septic system, 1 1/2 car garage. $55,000.

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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. PRICE REDUCED TO $39,900. 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 $85,000. 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, screened-in deck, 28x42 barn. PRICE REDUCED TO $54,000.

R15 – WRIGHTSVILLE – 1.316 acres with DW located in cozy Ohio River community, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen, gas furnace, C/A, wrap-around porch, 2-year-old roof, shed, 2 water taps & 2 septic tanks.. $59,900. - MAKE OFFER

R19 – 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. PRICE REDUCED TO $49,900.

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. PRICE REDUCED TO $19,900.

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.

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.

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, 2-car att.garage & 2-car det. brick/vinyl sided garage with bath. Home is located in nice neighborhood near school. $249,900. HOMES WITH ACREAGE 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,

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. H27 - WEST UNION - 2.8 wooded acres with 640 SF frame home, would make nice weekend retreat or fixer-upper, 1 BR, 1bath, living room, eat-in kitchen, cistern, septic system. $19,000.

R23 - MANCHESTER - Frame home with vinyl siding, 624 SF living area, 1 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with pantry, all appliances, elec. heat, A/C, 1-car garage, front & back porches, nice starter or retirement home, very neat. PRICE REDUCED TO $29,900.

R13 - CHERRY FORK AREA - Very nice DW in excellent location, vinyl siding, windows & roof all replaced 6-years ago, 1152 SF living area, 3 BR, 2 full baths, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances & lots of cabinets, vaulted ceilings, elec.furnace, heat pump, C/A, hardwood & vinyl flooring, nice carpeting, covered front porch, nice patio, 2-car att. garage, 24x32 finished det. garage, concrete driveway, 0.88 acre. $89,900.

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.

C/A, county water. Home sets on 5.434 acres with 4 acres of woods. $105,000.

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.

H35 – MANCHESTER – Top of the line Dutch DW with vinyl siding setting on 2.5 acres, 2016 SF living area, 3 BR, 2.5 baths, living room kitchen & dining room, all appliances, elec. furnace, C/A, gas F/P, county water, hardwood floors, 2-car att. garage, 28x32 det. garage, blacktop driveway, nice front porch & rear deck overlooking the country setting, 10x12 barn, lots of new updates & features. $139,000. H41 – PEEBLES – 5 acres with 2005 modular home, 2025 SF living area, 4 BR, 2 full baths, living room, extra-large kitchen with bar area, lots of counter space, appliances, dining room, elec. furnace, C/A, county water, shed, security system. $99,900.

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. PRICE REDUCED TO $279,000. H23 – CHERRY FORK – 20.421 acres with beautiful Cape Cod home with vinyl siding built in 2002, 2744 SF living area plus full poured basement, 4 BR, 2.5 baths, living & family rooms, kitchen with island & pantry, dining room, sun room, utility room, elec.furnace, heat pump, C/A, gas fireplace, county water, 2-year-old roof, tile floors, att. 24x24 garage, concrete driveway, front & side porches, large barn, 15x48 barn. This is a beautiful county setting. A MUST SEE! $319,000. H25 – MANCHESTER – 5.614 acres with 16x80 Century mobile

H45 – LATHAM – 1.6 acres with very nice 2005 mobile home (14x60), 2 BR, 1 bath, living room, eat-in kitchen with appliances, elec. furnace, A/C, 2 porches, 2 buildings, beautiful landscaping, creek, located near Longs Retreat for recreation. $42,500.

FARMS - BUILDING LOTS - VACANT LAND - BUSINESS FARMS 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 2story 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, weekend 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. 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 $129,900. F11 - 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. F13 – WINCHESTER – 51.12 mostly tillable acres, 1 ½ story partial brick/vinyl sided home, 2432 SF living area, 4 BR, 1 bath, 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.

F19 – PEEBLES – 108.49 acre farm with approve 41 tillable acres & 66 acres of woods, 1 ½ story frame home with vinyl siding built in 1978, 1411 SF living area, basement, 4 BR, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with appliances, 2 gas wall heaters, gas F/P, wood furnace. 76x40 barn. 30x20 barn, 28x20 barn, 36x26 corn crib, public water, creek, lots of wildlife. $239,000. F20 - NEW LISTING - WAYNE TWP. - 67.5 acres of nice level farmland, 53.6 acres of cropland, 3.9 acres of pasture, 9.5 acres of woods, 550 feet of road frontage of SR 136. $234,900. Adjoining 3.05 acres with farmhouse, garage & very nice barn also available. BUILDING LOTS L1 – SEAMAN - .373 acre lot with water and septic. $7500. L5 – WEST UNION – 0.54 acre town lot, water/sewer available. $14,000.

L11 - WEST UNION - Building lot conveniently located with all utilities available. $10,000. L13 - SEAMAN - 2 town lots with all utilities available. $8,995.

L15 – PEEBLES – 0.165 acre lot with old home that needs tore down, all utilities available. $14,900 – MAKE OFFER. VACANT LAND V3 – RARDEN – POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING – 13.55 wooded acres, good for hunting/recreation. $29,900. V7 - OTWAY - 79.778 acres with 25 acres tillable, water & electric available, large barn, great place for new home, beautiful setting. $135,000. V11 – MANCHESTER – 4.004 acres with water tap, woods, electric available, lots of wildlife. $12,000. BUSINESS B5 - WEST UNION - 5168 SF brick commercial building in excellent location on Main St. in West Union on 0.506 acre lot with blacktop parking lot, building is currently set up as a Dr.'s office with other businesses. Building could be set up to accommodate 6 separate businesses. Call for more details. $450,000. 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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Agriculture and Natural Resources news Master Gardener Training in October/November Just another reminder as we are now into the month of September, that we are just a little over a month away from the start of the training class for the OSU Extension Master Gardener Training. The training is designed to train volunteers who will help others with gardening questions, community service, and more. I will have more details about the classes next week the fees and schedule. The classes will be offered in Mt. Orab at the Western Brown High School in the Community Room. The classes will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning October 9 and

running through the month of November, except for Thanksgiving Day. The classes will begin at 10:00 a.m. and between 3:00 and 3:30 p.m. If you desire a night

Office at 740-702-3200.

Farm Science Review The Farm Science Review takes place again in London, Ohio on September 18, 19 and 20. The FSR is a 3 day David Dugan show that exhibits agriExtension Educator, culture with equipment Agriculture and Natural and technology. If you Resources have an interest in agriOhio Valley Extension culture and have not Education Research attended the FSR in the Area Adams/Brown/Highland past, put it on your list Counties this year. You can read more about the FSR by class for Master Gardener going online at Training, one will be http://fsr.osu.edu offered in Ross Co. Tickets are available at (Chillicothe) in the all local OSU Extension evenings starting Offices at a reduced cost. September 10 at 6:00 p.m. The tickets are $8 if you The class will be held on buy them at the FSR, or $5 Mondays and Thursdays if you buy them in advance through October 22. of the week of the FSR at Contact Chris Bruynis at your local OSU Extension the Ross Co. Extension Office.

United Producers Inc. - Hillsboro Sale date September 3 Total Headage 629 Total Hogs 98 Total Cattle 389 Total Sheep/Lambs 54 Goats 85 Low Hogs Headage 35 #1 Carcass Price Sows headage 9 Light Heavy

High

$40.00

$35.00 $15.00

Feeder Pigs Headage 45 By Head CWT:

$19.00 $51.00

Cattle Headage 4 Choice Steers Cow/Calf Pairs:

$115.00 $1,700.00

Cows Headage 43

Bulls Headage 1 All Bulls

$72.00

$38.00 $42.00

Boars Headage 45 Light Heavy

Comm & Utility Canner/Cutter

$39.00 $54.00

$75.00 $50.00

$95.00 $75.00

$95.00

Feeder Cattle Headage 341 Yearling Steers (600-800) $95.00 Yearling Heifers (600-800) $90.00 Steer Calves (300-600) $120.00 Heifer Calves (300-600) $130.00 Holstein Steers (550 & down) $70.00 Holstein Steers (550 & up) $60.00 Sheep & Lambs Headage 54 Choice Wools $91.00 Feeder Lambs $105.00 Aged Slaughter Sheep $48.00 Goats Headage 85 All Goats $25.00 Misc. Sales Horse, Mules, Donkeys 3 hd

Gregory F. Sr., Lisa and Harry F. Young to Carl and Jane Seyfried, 39.226 acres, Tiffin Twp., $115,000. Donald, Sue, James, Rhoda, Johnnie Sr., and Sarah Gallagher, Connie and George Teegarden,

$140.00 $125.00 $180.00 $175.00

Operate w/Expired License. $100.00 Fine and $80.00 Court Cost. Neal Badgett, Underage Consumption. $250.00 Fine and $80.00 Court Cost. Ashley Crawford, Disorderly Conduct. Dismissed. Renne Rogers, Driving Under Suspension. $150.00 Fine and $80.00 Court Cost. Jeffrey Osborne, Disorderly Conduct.

$94.00

$94.00 $147.50 $59.00

$170.00

Phyllis and Steve Fryman, Wanda and Roy Johnson, George E. Jr. and Rachel Meyer, Floyd and Sonda McCann, Pamela K. and Jay Cooley and Vicki L. Meyer to Michael Thomas, 0.192 acres, Sprigg Twp. $20,000.

$100.00 Fine and $80.00 Court Cost. Warrants Issued for Failure to Appear Melinda Montgomery, Manchester. Marie E. Moore, Manchester. Christopher E. Moore, Manchester. James T. Manley, Peebles. Cyle S. McManus, Portsmouth.

Housing Law and other Assistance Southeastern Ohio Legal Services (SEOLS), the legal aid law office for Adams County, announced a series of four monthly “Second Friday” appearances and presentations running through the end of this year concerning housing law and how to represent yourself in a courtroom. The first presentation will be at the Courthouse Annex in West Union from noon-2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 14. Others will follow on October 12, November 9 and December 14. SEOLS has for years made presentations and provided seminars to the Adams County public concerning fair housing and other housing law matters. The September 14 noon presentation will be about the Attorney General’s Settlement against the five big American lenders and what to expect in Adams County. The presentation is free and open to the public. In addition to the free

housing seminar on September 14, SEOLS will also provide popular “DIY” advice about the Ohio court system on that same day. Too many people ignore court requirements (such as summons and pleadings) out of fear and/or ignorance. SEOLS’ “DIY” legal series is intended to explain how one can and should interact with Ohio’s civil legal system. It will follow immediately after the housing seminar on Friday, September 14 . It is also free

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Manchester Mayor's Court - September 4 Teresa Bonnett, Drug Paraphernalia. Continued to Trial October 1. Harley Tully, OVI and Speed. Continued to Trial October 1. Cary Francis, Disorderly Conduct. $100.00 Fine and $80.00 Court Cost. Brittany Griffith, Operate w/Expired License. $100.00 Fine and $80.00 Court Cost. Mark R. Pullins,

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Adams County Land Transfers

Donna Shoemaker Trustee and Thomas Family Trust to Danielle Bowling, Manchester Village, $46,000. Estate of Terry Layton Sr. to Lawrence Thatcher, 1.03 acres, Tiffin Twp., $50.00.

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Senior Living Garden Quilting and Needle Arts

Ribbon Embroidery This week I want to talk about ribbon embroidery and some of the issues with it. Ribbon embroidery is made using ribbon instead of embroidery floss. I use a variety of needles to do ribbon embroidery but you must have the following types of needles: crewel (a.k.a. embroidery), Straw (a.k.a. Millners) tapestry, chenille and of course quilting sharps. The type of needle designates how big of a hole in the fabric is made, and also dictitates what size of ribbon you can use. For french knots I like the straw needles as the knots are tighter with a smaller needle. The thing to remember about ribbon embroidery is that you have to pay attention to the ribbon, and whether or not the pattern calls for a flat ribbon or if you are to turn or wrap the ribbon. There are several books written on the subject. I like to use ribbon embroidery on baby blanket wall hangings, where I want the needlework to be larger to the eye and where a baby is not going to be chewing on it. In the pictures are instructions on how to make a ribbon rose. there are several ways, and no right or wrong way to add ribbon to your sewing or craft project. Send us pictures of your work? Good luck and happy sewing.

Dear Miss Needles by Lois Wilson Some time awhile back I remember reading that you were interested in art quilts and it reminded me of the wall quilt I made from W.C. (Bill) Brown painting called Euclid's Garden. It is a mingling of geometric forms and wildflowers and to me represents our human desire to preserve and conserve our wild and beautiful natural heritage. In this quilt a giant trillium hangs from the apex of an isosceles triangle and is reflected in a quadrangle pool. Wild flowers flow in a circle around the triangle and spill over into the rectangle which surrounds the piece. The flowers beginning at the lower left are: thin leaved cone flower, brown eyed susan, morning glories, cynthia, anemone, trillium, harebell, St. Andrew's cross, Periwinkle, wild rose, trillium, gentian, violet, dwarf dandelion, trillium, day flower and wild strawberry. In the corners are silhouettes of iris, spiderwort, lady's slipper and bell flower. This quilt was exhibited at several shows in the past, but I thought perhaps it would once again be of interest to our local people.

ODA Director Visits AAA7

Dear Miss Needles: I am having trouble with the batting coming through on the back when I machine quilt. Any suggestions? Fussy Quilter Dear Fussy: most quilt bats are made with needles felting the bat together. Next time, put the smooth side of the bat against the backing fabric and the bumpy side under the quilt top. That should solve the problem. Good luck! Dear Miss Needles: I

am interested in making an art quilt. What are the rules? Signed Artsy Annie Dear Annie: There really are no rules. You have artistic license to use the materials of your choice. Just go with it and have fun. Dear Miss Needles: I don't want to sew a sleeve on the back of my quilt for hanging. Any suggestions? Signed, Out of time Dear Out: Depending on the size, you can sew

curtain rings. I once saw a small wall hanging and the crafty quilter had used the rings off of milk caps as a way to hang the item. The sky is the limit. You can always drape the quilt over a chair or a quilt stand. The sky is the limit. Good Luck. Do you have a question you would like Miss Needles to answer? Please write to her in care of The Informer or e-mail her at dearmissneedles@yahoo.com

ABCAP Senior Nutrician Menu Wednesday, September 12, Ham Sandwich, Bean Soup, Spinach and Cooked Buttered Apples. Thursday, September 13, Breaded Fish Sandwich, Baby Bakers, Broccoli

w/Cheese and Peaches. Friday, September 14, Chicken Salad, Three Bean Salad, Macaroni Salad, Crackers and Pineapple. Monday, September

17, Pork BBQ, Corn, Cole Slaw, Peaches and Oatmeal Cookie. Tuesday, September 18, Pepper Steak, Peas, Carrots, Sunnyside Salad and Bread.

Senior Citizen Council

Dr. Bonnie Kantor-Burman, Director of the Ohio Department of Aging, recently visited the Area Agency on Aging District 7 and made a home visit to one of the AAA7’s consumers from Pike County. Pictured is Dr. Kantor-Burman with Berenda Snyder and her dog, Angelique. Ohio Department of Aging Director Dr. Bonnie Kantor-Burman recently visited with Area Agency on Aging District 7 (AAA7) staff at the Agency’s satellite office in Waverly. The Agency, which receives federal and state funding through the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA), is a non-profit corporation that provides home and community-based services to seniors and adults with disabilities. It is one of twelve Area Agencies on Aging in the state of Ohio that provides these services to eligible individuals. The AAA7 covers ten counties in Southern Ohio, including Adams, Brown, Gallia, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, Scioto and Vinton Counties. AAA7 has four office sites throughout the district including administrative offices in Gallia County (Rio Grande), and satellite offices in Adams County (West Union), Pike County (Waverly) and Scioto County (Portsmouth). Director Kantor-Burman visited with AAA7 staff, staff with the Pike County Community Action Committee and Senior Center, and paid a special home visit to one of the AAA7’s PASSPORT consumers who resides in Pike County. PASSPORT (Pre-Admission Screening System Providing Options and Resources Today) connects families with information about the choices available in long-term care. For those who are Medicaid-eligible, inhome services can include personal care, homemaking, home-delivered meals, medical emergency response systems, medical transportation, adult day care, home medical equipment and supplies, or other services as needed. The AAA7 assigns consumers with care managers who help facilitate a care plan that best meets the consumer’s needs. Director Kantor-Burman was appointed Director of the ODA by Governor John R. Kasich in January 2011. Before coming to the Department, Director Kantor-Burman was the executive director of the Pioneer Network, a national center for the development of personcentered long-term care delivery systems. Prior to that, she was the director of the Office of Geriatrics and Gerontology at The Ohio State University in Columbus. She earned her doctorate in health policy and management from The Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Your local Area Agency on Aging District 7, Inc. provides services on a non-discriminatory basis. These services are available to help older adults and those with disabilities live safely and independently in their own homes through services paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, other federal and state resources, as well as private pay. The AAA7’s Resource Center is also available to anyone in the community looking for information or assistance with long-term care options. Available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:30 pm, the Resource Center is a valuable contact for learning more about options and what programs and services are available for assistance. Those interested in learning more can call toll-free at 1-800-582-7277 (TTY: 711). Here, individuals can speak directly with a nurse or social worker who will assist them with information surrounding the programs and services that are available to best serve their needs. The Agency also offers an in-home assessment at no cost for those who are interested in learning more. Information is also available on www.aaa7.org, or the Agency can be contacted through e-mail at info@aaa7.org. The Agency also has a Facebook page located at www.facebook.com/AreaAgencyOnAgingDistrict7.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! The West Union Senior Citizens’ monthly meal/meeting will be held this Friday, September 14th at 12 noon at the Senior Center (old hosp. bldg.) Brian Pointer from GENESIS will be there at 11 am to check blood pressures and blood sugars and Mark Tolle will be there to sing to us and Serpell Adkins will give us information on Adams County Public Library. It’s a covered dish; carry-in and you are invited. You will enjoy some great fun, food and fellowship! FALL FESTIVALS! This week, Sept. 13-16 will be Peebles Old Timers Days in Peebles. They usually have one of the biggest parades in the county on Sunday afternoon If you’ve never been involved in one of the county festivals you can’t realize just how much work and planning goes into them. Many local people work long, hard hours to get these events together to give you some entertainment and help to better their towns. So, go out and support their efforts! HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program) season is here! HEAP is a federally funded program designed to help eligible Ohioans meet the cost of home heating this winter. You must have a current heating bill, and electric bill, proof of income, social security numbers and birth dates of everyone living in your household and proof of US citizenship for the primary applicant such as birth certificate, Ohio drivers license, passport, baptismal record, voters registration or a signed verification from another US citizen. Again, here at Senior Citizens our emphasis is placed on reaching the elderly, 60+, homebound and/or disabled. Certain guidelines must be met to qualify for HEAP. Many have received your applications for State HEAP

by mail. We have applications at the Senior Center and an Out-Reach Aide available on Tuesday, 8 am–4 pm and Thursday 12–4 pm to assist you if you need help. Set-up sites are scheduled for Thursday, September 13th from 1-3 pm at Prather’s IGA in West Union and on Thursday, Sept. 20th from 13 pm at Young’s IGA in Seaman. For more information and/or to make an appointment, call Teresa at 544-3979. 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. Marsha from OSU Extension is here at 12 noon on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Each Thursday from 12:303:30 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 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. Our trip to the “National Quartet Convention” in Louisville, KY. is scheduled for Sept. 14-16! Although the date for reservations is past, sometimes there are last minute cancellations and you might still get to go along. Sit back, relax and enjoy hours of great gospel music and meet and talk with many of your favorite Gospel Groups, plus visit Louisville Science Center, shop St. Matthews Mall and Florence Mall and attend Sunday morning service at

Graceland Baptist Church. Cost: $399.00 pp/do. For more info, call 937-5443979. If you enjoy gospel music, don’t miss this trip! According to a study at Harvard Medical School, home accidents are among the leading causes of death in the United States. And, if for just that reason alone, senior citizens need to take precautions to ensure their safety. Here are a few suggestions to get you started: * Exercise: it may not be something most of us want to do, and it doesn’t have to be strenuous, but it will help us to improve strength and balance. It can help strengthen bones and reduce the risk of fractures. As our bones get older, they also get weaker. Exercise can help make sure a fall is just a fall, and not something far worse. * Rearrange your home if necessary: If you get some help from your kids, grandkids or professional movers (don’t try this by yourself) rearranging can be a good way to reduce the risk of injury. If you find yourself walking up and down stairs frequently to do things or to get something you need quite often – consider moving some of the things you use a lot to downstairs. Every trip you don’t have to make upstairs lessons the risk of tripping on the stairway. * Keep rooms well lit. It is far easier to trip on rugs or other hazards in dim areas. And, even though the furniture has set in the same place for years – it’s very easy to get disoriented if you need to get up at night. So, just look around your home and see what needs to be done to make it safer for you! One fall is all it takes to cripple you for a long time or even a lifetime. Please be careful! JUST A THOUGHT: Today is the tomorrow you worried about yesterday...was it worth it??

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A Tribute of 9/11

Bentonville Harvest Festival

By Haley King, A 13 year old, 8th Grade student of West Union. An exclusive student writer for The Informer. A shock came before everyones eyes, but yet it shouldn't have been a surprise. Many Americans were killed on this terrible day. The day the terrorist attack appeared out of no where! Thanks to the terrorist September 11, 2001 has now became a day that we will not forget. So today, we honor this day and bless the Americans that lost there lives. We also, thank the men and women that helped to save the Americans. Even though this day this day was terrible. We the people of this great nation once again pulled together in unity. Showing love and compassion for their fellow man. To dig through the rubble and ashes to start all over again one piece at a time. So many people compare September 11 to Pearl Harbor which happened on December 7, 1941 and another tragic day that we all still remember. After all its all a part of history.

North Adams Library Groundbreaking Ceremony

Opening Ceremonies of the 2012 Bentonville Harvest Festival. Presenting the Colors was the Manchester Veterans Club.

Library Levy Committee Pictured (L/R): Becky Simple, Mary Fulton, David Richey, Elaine Lafferty, Amy Joe Sommers and Rosemary Boden.

Elvis Singing to those in attendance.

Pictured: State Representative Danny Bubp and Former Library Trustee Patty Wilmoth.

The Tractor Show.

Library Staff Pictured is Kris Lanham, Beverly Kiser, Nancy Eubanks, Charlene Hill, Sue Eldridge, Linda Jones, Harold Showalter, Serpell Adkins, Laura Thornton, Mary Griffin, Beth Jenkins, Pat Ellis, Suzanne Trembly and Sherry Thompson.

USDA Extends Emergency Grazing The Ohio Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced a two-month extension for emergency grazing on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres, freeing up forage and feed for livestock producers. FSA will allow all Ohio farmers to continue emergency grazing on CRP land through November 30, without incurring an additional CRP rental payment reduction. The period normally allowed for emergency grazing lasts through September 30. The extension of emergency grazing on CRP acres does not apply to these practices: CP8A – Grass Waterway-Non-easement; CP23 – Wetland Restoration; CP23A – Wetland RestorationNon-Floodplain; CP27 – Farmable Wetlands Pilot Wetland; and CP28 – Farmable Wetlands Pilot Buffer. Under emergency grazing at least twentyfive percent of each field or contiguous CRP fields must be left ungrazed for wildlife, or graze not more than seventy-five percent of the stocking rate as determined by NRCS. CRP participants who do not own or lease livestock

may rent or lease the grazing privilege to an eligible livestock producer. Eligible producers who are interested in grazing CRP under the emergency authorization, and current CRP participants who choose to provide land for grazing to an eligible livestock producer, must first 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 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 grazing on threatened or endangered species or critical habitat are identified, it is not likely the land would be approved for these activities. Producers must notify their local FSA office and file a request and receive approval before starting the emergency grazing activity.

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Bentonville Harvest Festival

0-6 Months - Girls Pictured L/R: 1st Aaliyiah Tune, 2nd Place Lillie Schuman, 3rd Place Zaylee McClanahan, 3rd Place Kimberleigh Kansys Kimball

0-6 Months Boys Pictured L/R: 1st Place Cullen Gallagher, 2nd Place Alexander Kayd Boone

7-12 Month Girls Pictured L/R: 1st Place Aryanna Tolle, 2nd Place Kiah Bayless, 3rd Place Betty Marie Iaroli

7-12 Month Boys Pictured L/R: 1st Place Blake Anthony Iaroli, 2nd Place Gage Fultz, 3rd Place Griffin Bentley, 3rd Place Remington James Gray

13-18 Month Girls Pictured L/R: 1st Place Preslee Miller, 2nd Place Abby Tucker, 3rd Place Autumn Boone

13-18 Month Boys Pictured L/R: 1st Place Jeffery Royster

19-23 Month Girls Pictured L/R: 1st Palce Louella Gracie Fletcher

24-35 Months Girls Pictured L/R: 1st Place Kaylee Rose Iaroli, 2nd Place Rosalinda Barrios, 3rd Place Lily Demay Bryant, 3rd Place Bayleigh Spires

24-35 Months Boys Pictured L/R: 1st Place Gavin Rowe, 2nd Place Trenton Polley, 3rd Place Brayden Bayless

Toddlers Ages 3 - 4 Girls Pictured L/R: 1st Place Vacilya Begley, 2nd Place Reagan Workman and 3rd Place Myla Wolke Richards.

Toddlers Ages 3 - 4 Boys Pictured L/R:: 1st Place Rocky Kirk Jr., 2nd Place Traevyn Maxfield and 3rd Place Braylon Ricketts.

Little Mr. and Miss Ages 5 - 8 Pictured L/R: Little Mr. Chase Taylor and 1st Runner Up Carson Best.

Princess Pageant Ages 9 - 12 Pictured L/R: Princess Paige Demlow, 1st Runner up Lindsey Morgan Taylor and 2nd Runner Up Makayla Crawford.

Jr. Miss Pageant Ages 13 - 15 Pictured L/R: Jr. Miss Kelsey Young, 1st Runner Up Rebecca Mefford and a Tie for 2nd Runner Up Kaylan Dotson and Michaela Thomas.

Little Mr. and Miss Ages 5 - 8 Pictured L/R: Little Miss Makenzie Taylor, 1st Runner Up Elayna Kingsolver and 2nd Runner Up Madison Cooper Taylor.

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2012 PEEBLES OLD TIMERS DAY September 13 - 16 Main Street in Peebles

Old Timers Days Festival Schedule of Events Schedule subject to change: visit our Facebook page or www.oldtimersdaysfestival.yolasite.com

Thursday, September 13, 2012 6:00 p.m. – Opening Ceremony on Stage - Old Timers Days Couple Introduction 6:30 p.m. - Community Church Choir 7:00 p.m. - Jr. Miss Pageant – Stage - Cutie Pie, Cutie Pet & Photo Contest entries at Craft House - Kiddie Killer Tractor Pull Registration 7:30 p.m. - Kiddie Killer Tractor Pull at O.K. Auto Parts Lot 8:00 p.m. – Queens Pageant – Stage 9:00 p.m. – Youth Street Dance / DJ Scott Williams – Stage 10:00 p.m – Festival closes.

Friday, September 14, 2012

11:00 a.m. - Lions Food Booth & Vendors Open 1:00 p.m. - Baked Goods Contest – Register 1-4 p.m. Lions Scout Building 2:30 p.m. - Steve Free – North Stage 4:45 p.m. - Prince & Princess Pageant Registration 5:00 p.m. - Prince Contest - Gold Star Hot Dog Chow Down - Good Time Cloggers – Cabin Fever Lot 5:30 p.m. – Princess Contest 6:00 p.m. - Rejoice Cloggers – Cabin Fever Lot 6:30 p.m. - Baked Goods Auction 7:00 p.m. - Fancy Free Cloggers – Cabin Fever Lot 8:00 p.m. – Youth Karaoke Show - Kenn’s Cloggers – Cabin Fever Lot 9:00 p.m. – Mrs. Peebles Contest 10:00 p.m. - Street Dance – after Mrs. Peebles

Saturday, September 15, 2012 7:00 a.m. - 5K Walk/Run – Registration Malcom Bldg., 217 Rarden Rd. Ed Lykins – (937)587-2968 8:30 a.m. – Baby Show - registration behind stage 9:00 a.m. - Baby Show 9:30 a.m. – Toddler Show - registration behind stage 10:00 a.m. – Jr. Pre-Teen & Pre-Teen Registration – behind stage 10:30 a.m. – Jr. Pre-Teen & Pre-Teen Pageants 10:00 a.m. – Lions Food Booth & Craft House Opens 10:30 a.m. – Cornhole Tournament Registrations – Youth & Adult 12:30 p.m. - Kiddie Parade Judging– Peebles Public Library 1:00 p.m. – Kiddie Parade – Peebles Public Library Lot 2:00 p.m. – Lip Sync Contest – Register and bring your own CD - Ken’s Cloggers – Cabin Fever Parking 3:00 p.m. - Bubble Gum Blowing Contest at 5/3rd Parking Lot - Watermelon Eating Contest at 5/3rd Parking Lot - Fancy Free Cloggers – Cabin Fever Lot 3:30 p.m. - Kiddie Olympics – 5/3rd Bank Parking Lot 5:00 p.m. - Irish Dancers of Dublin, Ohio - Rejoice Cloggers - Cabin Fever Lot - Mini-micro Tractor Pull – 5/3rd Lot Stephen Harris 6:30 p.m. – Brad Sparks – 12 year old singing sensation - Country Step Cloggers - Cabin Fever Lot 7:00 p.m. - Cutie Pie Prince & Princess, Cutie Pet, Photography Awards & Audience Participation – Kenn’s Cloggers - Cabin Fever Lot 7:30 p.m. - The Rebel Sound Club - Stage 8:00 p.m. – Good Timer Cloggers – Cabin Fever Lot 9:30 p.m. - Hot Rod’s In the Fast Lane - Stage 11:00 p.m. - Festival Closes

Brad Sparks, 12, an Ohio Opry Talent will be performing at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, September 15.

Sunday, September 16, 2012 9:00 a.m. – Old Timers Days Car Show – Entry fee – O.K. Auto Parts - Fireman’s Competition –Register at McCoy Park Shelter – Simmons Ave. 10:00 a.m. – Community Worship Services – Bill Ryan 11:30 a.m. – Songs of Praise all day. 12:30 p.m. - Parade line-up now until 2 p.m. (Enter from St. Rt. 32) 12:30 p.m. – Frog Jumping Contest - Register at Cabin Fever Parking Lot 2:00 p.m. - Horse Parade Registration (Judging at 2:30 p.m. & Line Up by 3 p.m.) - Car Show Awards - O.K. Auto Parts 3:00 p.m. - Grand Parade – Simmons Ave to Main Street 4:30 p.m. – Lions Club Raffle Drawing – Food Booth & Stage area. 5:00 p.m. - Festival officially closes.

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