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toys. There are a lot of kids out there that don’t get anything for Christmas. It’s also nice to see people get the extra food they need at Christmas time,� she said. “Lots of local organizations donate money to help us. The American Legion, the Eagles, the Lion’s Club, the Brown County Senior Citizens Group all help out and we appreciate it.� There is still plenty of time and ways for people to help this year, according to Watson. “They can help by donating good used or new toys or they can donate money and we can go purchase food or other items if we start to run short,� she said. Watson said that the group appreciated the recent food drive held at Georgetown schools, and said that additional food
BY Wayne Gates Christmas Cheer 2016 is underway in Brown County. The outreach to disadvantaged families in the community with food and Christmas gifts for children is being coordinated by Helping Hands in Christian Services in Georgetown. “Christmas Cheer has been done for years. The Eagles started it and then we took over. The Eagles used to deliver door to door to people, but we had to change it to having people come to Helping Hands to pick things up,� said volunteer Sarah Watson. Watson said that she has been working with the program for about ten years, and that it’s very rewarding. “The best part is seeing that the kids get some
donations were still needed for the program. Donations of coats, gloves, hats, socks and monetary donations will also go to help purchase items in need. Clothing items can be dropped off at Helping Hands in Christian Services at 668 Camp Run Rd. Georgetown until Dec. 16 or mailed to Christmas Cheer at P.O. Box 25 Georgetown, Ohio 45121. To sign up for getting donations, residents are asked to visit Helping Hands or by calling (937) 378-6942. Helping Hands is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. A distribution date will be provided by mail to those who have signed up, and applicants must provide a valid mailing address for a return letter.
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Grand Marshall for this years Georgetown Christmas Parade was retired Juvenile/Probate Court Judge, Margaret Clark. More photos can be found on page 15.
BY Martha B. Jacob There were over 45 entries in this years Georgetown Christmas Parade which was enjoyed by hundreds of residents. The parade began around 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3 traveling from the Georgetown High School through town.
The annual holiday parade is sponsored by the Georgetown Christmas Association. “It was a beautiful parade this year, and the weather certainly cooperated,� said Carol Myers, member of the Christmas Association. “Our association, which is a non-profit, is made up
of all volunteers. Our goal is to showcase our village and its businesses. We were very happy with all the floats and other participation. “Thanks to everyone who helped make this parade possible again this year. Our parade is also a great way to bring families closer together.�
Mt. Orab Auto Mall collects over 1,100 canned goods for local families BY MARTHA B. JACOB
Nov. 30. Some of the items will also be donated to Western Brown High School to help kick off its food drive. Each of the schools will see that the food items go to needy families. According to Mike Carmichael, general man-
The Mt. Orab Auto Mall has joined with the Peebles High School National Honor Society in a canned food drive and has collected over 1,100 canned goods. The items were delivered to the schools on Wednesday,
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ager at Mt. Orab Auto Mall, it was his wife Katie who came up with the idea to be a part of the event. “My wife, who actually does marketing for us, is the brainchild of all this effort,� Carmichael said with a smile, “Katie, along with Caylah Baldwin made all this happen and we are very happy with our efforts. We’ve never done this before, but we’re keen on anything like this that’s community oriented.� Carmichael said that last year when plans to build the auto mall first began, he knew then that he wanted the business to be a big part of the Brown County Fair, and it was. He said he enjoyed SummerFest as well as the malls grand opening which drew over 15,000 people. “Everybody had a real blast at our grand open-
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Mike Carmichael, general manager at the Mt. Orab Auto Mall poses for a picture with one of two truckloads of canned goods that have been collected for the needy. The items were given to Peebles High School National Honor Society and Western Brown High School where they will be distributed to families in need.
ing,� he said. “It was an all day event and we had so much fun that day. It was a lot of work but a lot
of fun, especially with the fireworks. According to Katie Carmichael the Auto Mall
is planning an Open House coming up on Dec. 17.
“Celebration of Lights� held at fairgrounds
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It was a very solemn and emotional time, as the names of more than 60 people, were read aloud one by one showing honor, in memory of or in appreciation of, during the Dec. 2, Brown County Health and Wellness Foundation’s “Celebration of Lights.� The event was held at the Brown County Fairgrounds and was emceed by Dennis Lewis. The event which was organized by the Celebration of Lights Committee included Gerry Schumacher, Dale and Doug Dyer, Ralph Jennings, Lorie and Gary Lane, Dennis Lewis, Lori McKenney, Frieda and Jim Myers, Rev. Jim Settles and
Dan and Teri Baumann. Schumacher, past chair of the Brown County Health and Wellness Foundation and chair of the committee, welcomed a crowd of approximately 50 people. “I think this is a really nice event to have every year,� Schumacher said. “I applaud all the people who helped make this all possible. It’s been a good team effort and I’m proud to be a part of the team.� An invocation was offered by Rev. James Settles followed by a fingerfood meal and drinks. Music was offered by the Sardinia Methodist Church Praise Team. Chaplain David Wirth
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Chaplain David Wirth of Hospice of Hope was guest speaker at the 2016 Celebration of Lights, sponsored by the Brown County Health and Wellness Foundation. Chaplain Wirth talked about how hard loss and grief can be.
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Thirteen indicted by grand jury Under the Influence of Alcohol or a Drug of Abuse. Michael Renshaw, 39 of Georgetown, is charged with Domestic Violence and Resisting Arrest. Michael Durham, 48 of Mount Orab, is charged with Assault. Ashleigh Thomas, 30 of Ripley, is charged with Burglary, Theft, Grand Theft of a Motor Vehicle, Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle, Breaking and Entering and Receiving Stolen Property. Christopher Hill, 31 of Cincinnati, is charged with Trafficking in Heroin and Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs. Alexander Cook, 23 of Cincinnati, is charged with Forgery and Passing Bad Checks. Matthew White, 34 of Georgetown, is charged with Possession of
BY Wayne Gates Thirteen people were indicted by a Brown County Grand Jury on Nov. 30 for a variety of offenses. Andrew Sanden, 19 of Mount Orab, is charged with Rape, Gross Sexual Imposition and Unlawful Sexual Conduct With a Minor. Genista Stafford Bowling, 37 of Felicity, is charged with two counts of Corrupting Another With Drugs and one count of Trafficking in Heroin. Dennis Burdsal, 28 of Ripley, is charged with Burglary, Theft, Receiving Stolen Property and Breaking and Entering. Tasha Bryant, 28 of Cincinnati, is charged with Trafficking in Heroin, Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs and Operating a Vehicle
Heroin, Aggravated Possession of Drugs and Possessing Drug Abuse Instruments. Amanda Watkins, 34 of Aberdeen, is charged with Possession of Heroin, Aggravated Possession of Drugs and Possessing Drug Abuse Instruments. Alfred Phillips, 24 of Cincinnati, is charged with Trafficking in Heroin. Sean Swingle, 34 of Mount Orab, is charged with Violating a Protection Order. An indictment means that charges have been filed against an individMartha B. Jacob/THE NEWS DEMOCRAT ual. It is not a finding or This colorful float is for New Beginnings Church at Farmers Chapel. Services for admission of guilt.
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ness crept in from the east, the sky was a white washed grey. Even though the fire in the woodstove had kept the cabin wonderfully warm overnight, when I got dressed this morning, I thought it best to don a turtleneck. The very first one I reached for was my favorite heather grey. I knew that I would just be puttering around the farm all day, but I still like to be color coordinated, so when it came time to head outside to do the morning chores, I pulled my dark grey sweatshirt on over the grey turtleneck. With my thick grey flannel shirt as my outer layer, my outfit was complete. Once outside, I could not help but notice how the two grey Plymouth Rock hens seemed particularly suited to the grey color of the day. They even seemed to be aware of their specially suited feathering as they led the flock, dashing up the hill, to wait by the feed shed for Greg to scatter their morning treat of cracked corn. This really was a grey hen kind of day. As I passed along the line
CHRISTINE TAILER COLUMNIST of rabbit hutches, the white Californians sat, as usual, along the back edge of their cages. Not so the grey lop. She was sitting right beside her front door, looking out across the upper field. Her gaze seemed to follow me as I passed by. Perhaps this was a grey rabbit day as well. I looked back across the yard towards the cabin. Greg had packed the wood stove tight with logs just before we headed outside. Grey smoke wafted up from the cabin's chimney and wispily headed north to the edge of the woods before it dissipated into grey of the day. I knew that the grey smoke signaled the warmth inside the cabin. But we were not in any rush to return. We decided to go for a walk down along the creek. They grey gravel crunched under our boots as
we headed down the hill. We stopped to watch the creek water running cold over alternating dark grey shelf rocks and light grey beds of clay. The water shimmered silver in the grey day. In time, we headed back up the hill, but I was still in no hurry to head back inside the cabin. I sat down on the front porch swing, and kicked back as hard and as far as I could. Then I held my feet up, and stayed perfectly still until the swing stopped swinging, all of its own accord. As the swing slowed, and as I passed back and forth through the chill grey air, it occurred to me that perhaps this was not only a good day for grey skies, grey hens, a grey rabbit, grey smoke wafting up from a warm fire, and a grey creek bed washed clean by silver water. Perhaps this was also a good day to be a grey haired lady. I brushed a wisp of grey hair back from my forehead as I opened the cabin door. Without a doubt, this beautiful grey day was now well under way.
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PRC encourages adoption of local families for Christmas
BY Tamma Plymesser
“It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas everywhere I go…” All around I see preparations for Christmas. There are trees going up in houses, wreaths hanging on doors, lights twinkling outside (and in) and Christmas carols are heard on the radio. I can’t help but think back to the Christmases of my childhood, I remember the excitement and anticipation that led up to the big day. The whispers and secrets, picking out the biggest sock we could find to hang on Christmas Eve (yes, we used our own socks, no fancy stockings for us), anticipating the fruit, nuts, and candy that would be stuffed in it on Christmas morning. And oh, the excitement on that morning when we would rush downstairs to see what “Santa” had brought. Two presents from childhood stick out in my mind: “Foxy” the little red stuffed fox I received when I was just a toddler and the Chatty Cathy I got when I was five. I still have “Foxy,” he holds a place of honor on my dresser. As Christmas approaches I still get a little excited, not for myself, but for the joy my grandchildren will experience on Christmas morning. It makes me happy to know that most of their Christmas wishes will come true…if Mom and Dad have problems meeting their wishes,
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with Hospice of Hope spoke briefly to those who were in attendance and reminded them of why the Celebration of Lights was important to so many. “I have been serving as a Hospice Chaplain for almost 17 years,” Wirth began, “I want to talk a little about how people get through loss. Grieving is hard work. Once people have gone through a big loss, they are just tired and they’re weary, because it takes something out of you. It’s just topsy-turvy.” Wirth shared an experience he once had where he learned that women who grieve share their feelings
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more than men which helps them grieve healthier than men. He described a women who had lost her husband and she was asked at a grief meeting what the best part of her week and the worst part of her week was. “The woman answered my question by saying... ‘Well, the best part of my week and the worst part of my week are the same’, Wirth said. “She explained to me that her grandson came over to her house and she reached down to hug him. She said it was a very sweet moment, filled with joy. But she said that at that same moment she was aware that her husband wasn’t there to enjoy it.”
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James T. Smith, 69, passed away peacefully on Friday December 2, 2016 at his home in Conneautville. He was born August 13, 1947 in Frenchburg, KY to the late Bill and Gloria (Carpenter) Smith. He married Carol Virginia James. She survives. James worked for Summerhill Township for nearly 22 years and was proud of the work he did. He was an Army Veteran serving our country in the late 1960s and earning the National Defense Service Medal. He enjoyed hunting and fishing as well as watching Westerns and reruns of Hee Haw. His love of Blue Grass music led him to play banjo for the “Lazy Grass” band for approximately 17 years. He enjoyed his pets, especially his horses and his late dog, Heidi. He loved his family dearly. His bigger than life personality and his sense of humor will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his wife Carol; seven children, Melinda Cutright and her husband John of Michigan, Misty Kobow of Linesville, Mike Bahny and his companion Nadine of Tacoma, WA, Walter Bahny and his wife Diane of Carlton, Michigan, Joseph Negron and his wife Donna of Monroe, Michigan, Margaret McLaughlin and her husband Jeff of Monroe, Michigan and Judy Ulrich and her husband Jay of Taylor, Michigan; thirteen grandchildren and numerous greatgrandchildren including two very special granddaughters, Savannah Durrant and Miranda Grove whom he helped raise and in turn they helped care for him over the past several years; three siblings, Sheryl Havens and her husband Phil of Mt. Orab, Ohio, Ada Smith of Morehead, Kentucky and Jonathan Smith of Morehead, Kentucky; and many nieces and nephews. There was no public services as James requested. His remains were donated to the Humanity Gifts program where they will be used at LECOM to further scientific research and education. Donations can be made in his name to Hospice of Crawford County 464 Pine St. Meadville, PA 16335 or the Yolanda G. Barco Oncology Institute, 16792 Conneaut Lake Rd., Meadville, PA 16335. All arrangements have been entrusted to McCauley Funeral Home, 1405 Main St., Conneautville, PA 16406.
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decided which was the best When the fall of the year tree and I decided I could turns to winter and carry it back to the Thanksgiving has passed, entrance. When you are we begin to look towards looking at trees outdoors Christmas. We all know they don’t look as big as that Christmas just wouldthey really are. We found a n’t be Christmas without a very nice looking eightChristmas tree, now would foot pine and once it was it? I guess we all make put into its stand I can say room in our homes to fit it made the living room feel this symbol of the season like the season. My kids and cover it with lights and jumped into the decorating ornaments for all to look at as if there were no tomorand admire as the beacon row and again the trees that helps Santa find our magnetic pull brought us homes. Ever since I can remem- near and together around it. One year we decided ber, which is maybe about we would down-size and back to the age of four, I we got only a five or six can visualize the Christmas foot tree. My son tree that we decowas really disaprated and looked pointed in the size for gifts to be and commented that under on it looked like the Christmas Day. tree from ‘A Charlie Those years Dad, Brown Christmas.” as he bush (Gonna guess by hogged the pasnow you have figtures and the ured out we watched edges around our a lot of Christmas woods, would specials?) spot a cedar tree Rick Houser The next year we that was as near The Good returned to the tall to being shaped Old Days tree but we went as good as it was artificial as the kids going to get , were growing out of the When December came around my brother Ben and excitement of going out and picking a tree. One year I went with an axe in hand and a trailer to haul the tree after the holidays my wife found a ten-foot Mountain back so it could be posiKing at a very affordable tioned in its place of honor price. I will say that the tree for the rest of the year. A was awesome and fit our cedar tree gave off an living room perfectly. As aroma that filled a home the years have moved on with a special smell that and the kids have moved reminded everyone of the away, putting up the tree fresh outdoor fragrances. With short needles, it could and decorating and even look a little jagged but once more so unassembling and storing it all away became the lights, ornaments, and more than two of us wanted garland were added, it or needed to deal with. would look so nice and Today we have a very nice beautiful to all of us. Of course, deciding which side six-foot fir artificial tree that we put up in one afterof the tree with a bad spot noon. would face the wall would Yes, the tree is smaller finish the job. and yes, the tree is artificial It seemed that the tree was magnetic as it drew the but it still has that magnetism like each and every tree family around it as we decI have ever been around. orated and many times The Christmas tree draws more during the holiday season. I guess it was really the family together unlike any other decoration or part of the season's blesssymbol I have ever seen. I ings. guess this might be the reaThrough the 50’s and son that the tree is so much early 60’s we decorated of our holiday. I cedar trees from off of our am sure that along with own farm. As time passed us being drawn together it the tree saw some changes lets us all experience the also. Scotch pines or fir real reason for the holiday trees became more to the which is to celebrate the liking and the cedar faded birth of Jesus our savior. At from the tree of choice. The first year we were mar- least I hope it is. The Christmas tree ried my wife and I went to comes in all sizes, shapes, Felicity and bought a and forms, but one year scotch pine to decorate. when my daughter Meghan From that time on we have was maybe four we were never looked back on the still a new family and we choice. were struggling to afford About 1980 we bought the extras. That year we our first artificial tree. It had got an artificial tree I was six foot in height and think for nearly nothing in resembled a fir evergreen. cost. It was a mostly worn The great thing about an artificial tree is that the nee- out tree and almost past its dles don’t fall off and it can use, but on a Saturday afternoon when our daughbe stored away and used ter took her nap my wife again and again, depending and I assembled and decoon how well they were rated the tree. cared for. The first year We worked extra hard to after we were married we cover the worn spots and went to her grandparents in make this tree as presentaWithamsville to celebrate ble as we could. When Christmas Eve. They had an aluminum tree that at the Meghan woke up and we brought her to the tree she base had a flood light with stood in front of that tree a multi-colored lens that and began clapping her rotated to cause the tree to continually change its color. hands and smiling ear to ear and she looked at us That was a sight that I had never seen before except on and said ”Mommy and Daddy the tree is so beauti“A Charlie Brown ful!” Words can’t explain Christmas.” It was a fad just how happy her parents that didn’t last long, but I were also. The Christmas can still see it in my mind. tree should always be there When we moved to the but only if the family gathBethel area in 1987 we moved into a home that had ers around it. That special magnetism kicks in and we vaulted ceilings. The living feel this season that the tree room has 18-foot ceilings has done its job. on the high part, so we Rick Houser grew up on began to feel the need for a a farm near Moscow in larger tree. We went to the Corsi Tree Farm, that is not Clermont County and loves to share stories of his youth far from Bethel, and with and other topics. He may both of our children and a be reached at saw in hand walked their farm over until the children houser734@yahoo.com.
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Holidays with the Ol’ Fisherman
Howdy folks--It is getting close to Christmas! I don't know how time can go so fast but it is a busy time. It seems like it was just Halloween and now it's Christmas. The community concert at the Bethel Methodist Church for the Down Home Christmas has been canceled due to sickness – maybe next year. Last weekend my friend Dan and I went to Poochie’s for a noon meal. I had my favorite meal – cornbread and beans and then we went to Kroger to get a meal for a family for Thanksgiving. This meal was from the Monroe Grange. Then we took another meal to a family at Bethel. This one was from the Bethel Lions Club. Dan has gone with me for two years and I appreciate his help on directions. When we took the meal
for a family in Monroe township, the two kids we're waiting on us. I always call the school to get the name of a family that needs the food. Last Thursday on Thanksgiving, the Methodist Church here in Bethel at the Kitchen of Hope served over 50 people a Thanksgiving meal. On the following Saturday after Kitchen of Hope, my gal Paula and I went to Walmart to shop for two seniors the Bethel Lions Club adopted for Christmas. I went to Walmart last Monday to shop for two seniors the
Monroe Grange is furnishing Christmas for. I asked one of the ladies that was there to help me and she did. Ruth Ann always went with me to get the meals and Christmas presents for seniors. Now Paula has stepped in to help me– I sure enjoy shopping with her. I went to my daughter and son-in-law's for the noon meal at 1 PM on Thanksgiving and then went to my grandson's house, daughter Pauline and her husband’s son, for the evening meal. At both places my great grandchildren were there – this was good along with my grandchildren. I have been spending lots of time in the carpenter shop making items for Christmas and a craft show at the Shepherd’s Place here in Bethel. It took place at the Down Home
Christmas event. This event is always wonderful. The decorations the town of Bethel have put up are great. The Council each year decorates the town so good and the Grant Building has a big wreath at the door bought by the Bethel Lions Club. Now Mr. Chester is doing good. I needed to get him some canned food and a lady was showing me a new kind but Chester only eats one kind of canned food. Mike at the Boars Head Bait Shop said the crappie are really biting good. As I write this, he said folks are getting a bunch of minnows to catch crappie. Start your week by going to the house of worship of your choice and praising the good Lord. God bless all . . . More later . . .
With the holiday season upon us, you may well be busier than usual. However, by spending a few minutes reviewing your investment scenario of this past year, you can see where you’ve been, where you might be going, and what you need to do to keep moving forward toward your long-term financial goals. So, as you look back at 2016, pay close attention to these elements of your investment picture: Performance – Reviewing your investment performance over time is important in helping you determine if you’re on track to achieve your financial goals. So, in evaluating how your investments did in 2016, ask yourself some key questions: How did your investments do relative to their performance in past years? If there was a big difference, what might have accounted for it? Were your returns relevant to your long-term goals? In other words, if you have already established a return
rate you’ll need to reach up a larger percentage of your goals – and your portfolio you should indeed than you had set such a rate – intended, thereby were your actual exposing you to returns “on track” a higher risk to help you make level than that progress toward with which you your objectives? are comfortable. And, just as So now that the importantly, were year is coming to your return expeca close, examine tations realistic, your investment based on your mix to see if it Jim Holden investment mix needs “rebalancand the market Edward Jones ing.” environment? Contribution Financial Advisor Investment mix levels – Are you – If you are a dilitaking full gent investor following a advantage of your 401(k) or well-designed strategy, you other employer-sponsored probably started out in 2016 retirement plan? with an investment mix that Specifically, if you got a reflects your risk tolerance, raise this past year, did you time horizon, and short- and boost your contributions to long-term goals. But over your plan? The more you time, your investment mix invest now, and throughout can change, even without your working life, the less your having done so on pur- likely it will be that you have pose. If you owned a certain to play “catch up” in the percentage of an asset, such years immediately precedas growth stocks, and those ing your retirement. stocks appreciated in price Mistakes – We all make substantially, they could take mistakes in every walk of
life – including the way we invest. In looking back over 2016, can you spot some investment mistakes you might have made? Did you temporarily “bail out” on investing immediately after the “Brexit” vote, only to find, a few weeks later, that the markets had soared to record highs? Did you act on impulse and buy a so-called “hot” stock that turned out to be inappropriate for your needs and risk level? While mistakes like these might be costly in the short term, they can ultimately prove invaluable – if you learn from them. We’re just about ready to turn the page on the 2016 calendar. So, as you review your investment decisions for the past year, try to determine what worked, what didn’t – and what you can do to improve your results in 2017. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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Obituaries Rev. Larry Thomas Allen, 64
Rev. Larry Thomas Allen, age 64 of Sardinia, Ohio died Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at the Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was the minister at the Sardinia Church of Nazarene and a member of the Sardinia Ministerial Association. Larry was born June 29, 1952 in Cabin Creek, Kentucky the son of the late Nelson Brooks and Opal Pearl (Applegate) Allen. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister – Faye (Edward) Laub. Rev. Allen is survived by his wife - Pamela (Conner) Allen; one daughter Kami Owen and husband Mark of Bethel, Ohio; one son – Anthony Allen and wife Maria of Amelia, Ohio; three brothers – Bruce Allen and wife Linda of Sardinia, Ohio, James Allen and wife Becky of Mowrystown, Ohio and Mike Allen and wife Marla of Pall Mall, Tennessee; two sisters Donita Kimberly and husband Danny of Mowrystown, Ohio and Brenda Gray and husband Rodney of Sardinia, Ohio; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and other family members. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, December 3, 2016 at the Sardinia Church of Christ in Sardinia, Ohio. Rev. Charles Roberts and Rev. Robert Mahaffey will officiate. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M.–1:00 P.M. Saturday at the church. Interment will be in the Sardinia Cemetery in Sardinia, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio is serving the family. If desired, Memorial contributions may be made to the Sardinia Church of Nazarene, 133 Sardinia Mowrystown Road, Sardinia, Ohio 45171. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com
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Thomas M. Calvert, 73
Thomas M. Calvert age 73 years of Manchester, Ohio died Saturday, December 3 2016 at the Hospice of Hope at Kenton Point in Maysville, Kentucky with family and friends surrounding him. Tom was born on April 3, 1943 the son of the late Henry and Ruth (Polley) Calvert in Mason County, Kentucky. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his sister and brother-inlaw Sue and Wendell Hull, brother in law Delmar Hord, two nephews Gerald Wade Hord and Dwight Hord. Tom was a member of the Bentonville Community Church, member and past master of the Manchester Lodge #317, he was a retired school teacher from the Adams County School District, an auctioneer and real-estate salesman for over 35 years. His main interest outside of his grandchildren’s sporting activities was his love of gospel and bluegrass music while enjoying many hours with his extended camping family. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Judy (Ackley) Calvert of Manchester, Ohio; son Todd Calvert and wife Wendi of West Union, Ohio; daughter Marsha Turner and husband Bo of Manchester, Ohio; four grandchildren Jacob Calvert and Madison Calvert, Karigan Turner and Kenidee Turner; sister in law Loretta H. Dixon and husband Darrell of Tollesboro, Kentucky; nephew Randy Hull of Georgia, and nieces Wendy Tettman and husband Bob; and Leslie Hull all of Georgia and Kim Centers and husband Joey of Berea Kentucky. Funeral services will be held on Thursday December 8, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home with John Greenlee officiating. Burial will follow in the Manchester Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday December 7, 2016 from 5 to 8 P.M. with Masonic services at 8:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Bentonville Community Church or the Hospice of Hope at Kenton Point Maysville, Kentucky. Family and friends can sign Tom’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com.
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Herbert Polley, 88
Herbert ( Herb) Polley, 88, passed into eternal rest on December 3, 2016 at the Ohio Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center where he had been a resident for two-and-a-half years. He was born September 27, 1928 up Martin Hollow off Q u i c k ’s Run at Queens, KY in Lewis County. Herb left KY at the age of 10 and grew up in the Peebles area. As a teenager, his family moved to Chicken Hollow. He met Jane in the tobacco patch and the rest was history. Herb was the son of the late Elza and Mina (Lawson) Polley. He was preceded in death by two sisters, infant Susan Polley and Wilma Deaton and three brothers, infant Elsworth, Albert and Grover. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Jane (Truesdell) Polley. He leaves seven children, Herbert Jr. and Martha Polley, Robert and Susan Polley, Larry and Rhonda (Polley) DeFosse, Kay Polley (Catherine Pfeffer), Kenny and Tammy Polley, Lisa Polley and Paul and Rita Polley, He had eight grandchildren, Chanda Spires, Myra Jimison, Jerrod and Jordan Fussnecker, Katie Crabtree, Clinton, Dylan and Cody Polley and five great grandchildren; a brother, Ben of Ripley and a sister Viola Redmon of AZ and many relatives and friends. Herb was a farmer since childhood. He worked at the US Shoe Corporation for 20 years. He operated several semi trucks and owned and operated the Herb Polley Fumigation and Spray Service. He taught Sunday school and attended the Ripley Nazarene Church. Herb loved his dogs and was an avid coonhunter. Funeral Services will be Tuesday December 6, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Ripley Nazarene Church under the direction of the Meeker Funeral Home. Clark Castle will be officiating. Burial will follow at the Red Oak Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday December 5 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at the church. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Valley Manor Activities Fund, 5280 US 62 & 68, Ripley, OH 45167. Friends and Families may sign Herb’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com
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Gary Paul Garrison, 67
Gary Paul Garrison, 67, passed away on November 28, 2016, at his home. Gary was born on March 25, 1949, in Lexington Kentucky, but grew up in Felicity, Ohio, graduating from Felicity Franklin High School and later Eastern Kentucky University. He was a past owner of the "Bear and Bull", Mayor of Boonesboro," avid boater, gentleman farmer, realtor, transportation salesman and dispatcher, beloved father and husband. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Deborah Shearer Garrison, daughter and "love of his life" Sarah Morgan, his mother, Mildred Jasper Garrison, several cousins, nieces and nephews. His father, Carlisle Garrison (Felicity, OH) preceded him in death. Gary is a long time resident of Boonesboro, officer and member of Boonesboro Boat Club, 2 Mile Creekers, "Chief Scout" of Fort Boonesboro, Kentucky Colonel and alumni of Felicity Franklin High School and Eastern Kentucky University. Funeral service was held Saturday, December 3rd, 2016, at Oldham, Roberts & Powell Funeral Home, with Jamie Jordan and Bruce Nettleton officiating. Burial will follow in the Hustonville Cemetery. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to 2 Mile Creekers, Boonesboro Boat Club or First United Methodist Church, 401 W. Main St, Richmond, KY 40475 Condolences may be expressed at www.orpfh.com
GOP victory party
The Brown County Republican Party would like to invite you to join us for a Christmas / Victory Celebration Dinner on Thursday, December 15th. The cost per person is $10.00 and will be held at the Southern Hills Career and Technical Center. The event will start at 6:30 with dinner and program at 7:00 pm. Dinner menu will be ham or chicken, scalloped potatoes, green beans, corn, salad and rolls. Please call (937) 6180446 to RSVP by December 10th.
Villa Georgetown 3rd Annual Craft Show Friday, December 9, 2016 from Noon - 5PM Vendors include primitive items, Scentsy, baked goods, and so much more! All proceeds benefit the residents.
DENISE FAUBER JOINS THE MERCHANTS NATIONAL BANK TEAM Banking veteran, Denise Fauber has joined the Merchants National Bank as Vice President of Branch Administration. Denise was born and raised in the Leesburg community, where she, her husband Christopher and three daughters still live. Denise is involved in several school activities with her children. Denise graduated from Wilmington College with a B.A., in Business Administration and Communication Arts. Denise is a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources. Denise brings with her more than 20 years of experience and knowledge in branch management, human resources, marketing and leadership. Jim Evans, President of Merchants National Bank states “The Board of Directors and management are pleased to have Denise joining our senior management team at Merchants. Denise’s strong leadership skills and professionalism make her a great addition to the team. Denise has a passion for helping people learn and grow and providing exceptional customer service, which will fit in nicely with our current culture as a “Real Community Bank.” Denise will be working out of our Hillsboro Main office, 100 N. High Street, Hillsboro, Ohio. Denise can be reached by phone at 937-393- 1993, ext. 80124 or by e-mail at dfauber@merchantsnat.com. Merchants National Bank is a community Bank established in 1879 in Hillsboro, Ohio where its headquarters still remains. MNB has offices in Highland, Fayette, Madison, Clark, Brown, Clermont and Union counties. Additional information about MNB can be found on our website: www.merchantsnat.com.
Thomas Jerome Wolfer, 87
Donald H. Layton, 81
Thomas Jerome Wolfer, age 87 of Fayetteville,Ohio died Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at the Laurels of Blanchester in Blanchester, Ohio. He was a farmer, a Director w i t h Federal L a n d Bank Production and Credit, a member of the Clermont County Farm Bureau, served on the Board of Directors at the Clermont County Soil and Water Association and ASCS office and was an Airforce Korean War veteran. Thomas was born June 21, 1929 in Hamilton County, Ohio the son of the late Alfred and Carrie (Trapp) Wolfer. Besides his parents,he was preceded in death by one son – Jerry Wolfer; six brothers – Paul, Jack, Bob, Jim, Alfred and Dick Wolfer and one sister – Janet Reveal. Mr. Wolfer is survived by his wife – Maxie Lou (Reveal) Wolfer; two daughters – Patty Luschek and husband Joe of Lynchburg, Ohio and Kim Wiederhold and husband Jeff of Fayetteville, Ohio; four sons – Jack Wolfer and wife Tina of Williamsburg, Ohio, Jeff Wolfer and wife Kimberly, Joe Wolfer and wife Jan and Jim Wolfer and wife Karen all of Fayetteville, Ohio; one brother – Dan Wolfer of Tucson, Arizona; twentytwo grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial be held at 10:30 A.M. Monday, December 5, 2016 at the St. Angela Merici Parish in Fayetteville, Ohio. Rev. Hank Albietz will be the celebrant. Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M. Sunday at the Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio. Interment will be in the Holy Ghost Cemetery in Vera Cruz, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio is serving the family. If desired, Memorial contributions may be made to The Laurels of Blanchester, 839 Cherry Street, Blanchester, Ohio 45107 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Cincinnati Chapter, 644 Linn Street, Suite 1026, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com
Exeter, NH – Professor Donald H. Layton, 81, passed away October 22, 2016, after a long battle with a genetic lung disease. He was born on April 23, 1935 on a farm outside Russellville, OH, the third of five children of the late Harry O. and Frances (Harman) Layton. Don graduated from R u s s e l l v i l l e - J e ff e r s o n High School in 1952, and received a B.A. in political science from Northwestern University in 1956 and a B.S. in education from Ohio State in 1959 where he pursued further graduate study in political science. After teaching in secondary schools in Columbus, OH, and suburban Chicago, Don earned a master’s degree at Harvard University where he was a teaching fellow and later earned a PHD in educational administration at the University of Chicago where he was a Laverne Noyes Fellow. In 1968, he was appointed to the faculty of the University of California, Los Angeles, where he taught for five-and-a-half years. In 1973, he accepted a professorship in education at the State University of New York at Albany from which he retired in 1991. Over his academic career, Professor Layton was active in a number of professional organizations and an editor of several academic publications. In 1969, he was one of the organizing members of the Politics of Education Association and later served as president and historian of the group. The Association honored him with its first Distinguished Service Award in 1994 and the David L. Colton Award in 2007. Don travelled extensively throughout the world and was invited to serve short term academic positions in Australia, Canada, and England. In recent years he was a resident of the Avila Retirement Community in Albany. He leaves to mourn hiss loss two brothers and two sisters; Robert (deceased November 16, 2016) and wife Carolyn of Portsmouth, NH; David H. and wife Brenda Layton of Russellville, OH; Mary Evelyn and husband Aristotle Roussos of Lebanon, OH; and Andrea Wilkerson and her husband Clarence of Lake Waynoka, OH, eleven nieces, nephews and 23 great nieces and nephews. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in the Linwood Cemetery, Russellville, OH. To view Donald’s memorial website and to sign his tribute wall, visit www.RemickGendron.com
There will be a 25 Cent Fundraiser raffle to benefit the Brown County Humane Society on Friday Dec 9th at Southern Hills Career and Technical on Hamer RD in Georgetown. Tis the season to remember all of God's creatures-come support BCHS, they act as the voice of those who can't
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Sheets records 450th win Georgetown News Democrat
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Lady Rockets top Manchester BY WADE LINVILLE THE NEWS DEMOCRAT
The Fayetteville-Perry varsity girls basketball coach Toby Sheets recorded his 450th victory on Dec. 5 as his Lady Rockets put together a big second half to capture a 68-51 win over the visiting Manchester Lady Greyhounds. Looking back to the start of his coaching career, Sheets never imagined reaching the 450 milestone. “I just wanted to win one,” said Sheets, as he reflected on his start as the Fayetteville varsity girls coach. “It (450 career wins) means a lot because of the tradition we have here. The tradition of all of the good players I've coached is what I'm most proud of.” Sheets is in his 29th season as head of the Fayetteville-Perry girls basketball program, and Monday's league victory would up the overall record for this year's Lady Rockets to 3-0 and their Southern Hills Athletic Conference record to 2-0. After leading by only two at halftime (27-25), the Lady Rockets ignited early on in the second half, expanding their lead to 4030 in the early minutes of
the third quarter. After getting their transition game going after halftime break, the Lady Rockets continued to fire on all cylinders, grabbing rebound after rebound and scoring basket after basket to outscore the Lady Hounds 41-26 in a high scoring second half. After going scoreless in the first half, Fayetteville's sophomore point guard, Cecilia Murphy, racked up 21 points off seven field goals and six-of-nine shooting from the charity stripe in the second half. The 5'6” point guard would also hammer the boards for 12 rebounds giving her a double-double, while also dishing out eight assists and snatching six steals in an impressive court performance. “She's true grit,” Sheets said of Murphy. “She's a heck of a rebounder. She has great instinct and jumping ability. She never gives up and plays hard. Coming in as a freshman to run point on varsity last year takes so much off of a coach's mind, knowing that you're set at the point guard position for the next four years. She's a pleasure to coach.” She wasn't the only Lady Rocket to have a big night. Senior guard Taylor Cornett provided the Lady
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Fayetteville-Perry varsity girls basketball coach Toby Sheets recorded his 450th career win on Monday night as his Lady Rockets claimed a victory over the visiting Manchester Lady Greyhounds.
Rockets with consistent scoring throughout Monday's game, shooting for 16 points to go along with five assists.
Fayetteville's 6'3” freshman center, Margo Thompson, was the second Lady Rocket to record a double-double against the
Lady Hounds, shooting for 14 points and pulling down 17 rebounds. Sophomore forward Hannah Wiederhold
marked the fourth Lady Rocket to reach double See ROCKETS | 7
Lady Warriors remain unbeaten with victory over Peebles BY WADE LINVILLE THE NEWS DEMOCRAT
The Eastern Lady Warriors upped their record to 3-0 on the season by defeating the Peebles Lady Indian 50-39 in Monday night's round of hoop action. The Lady Warriors were on their home court for their third game of the season Dec. 5, a Southern Hills Athletic Conference bout that saw Eastern's 6'0” junior Mikayla Farris lead Eastern in scoring with 16 points, providing her team with steady scoring throughout. Eastern sophomore Alexa Pennington also had a good night on the offensive end, finishing with 12 points off a pair of three-pointers, one two-point field goal, and four-of-four shooting from the foul line. Eastern sophomore Morgan Reynolds contributed nine points in the Lady Warrior victory. Leading all scorers in the game was Peebles' McKinlee Ryan with 19 points. The Lady Warriors are back in action on their home court Dec. 8, playing Provided/The News Democrat host to the Manchester Wade Linville/The News Democrat Lady Greyhounds who come off Monday's loss at Eastern’s Morgan Reynolds shoots from the charity Ripley’s Ryan Harney rises for a score in the Blue Jays’ Dec. 3 win at Georgetown. Fayetteville. stripe in the Lady Warriors’ Dec. 5 win over Peebles.
Jays rally in 2nd half for win over G-Men Georgetown boys start out season 0-2 BY WADE LINVILLE THE NEWS DEMOCRAT
The Ripley-UnionLewis-Huntington Blue Jays kicked off their 201617 court campaign on a successful note Saturday, Dec. 3, as they rallied in the second half to claim a 66-56 victory over the h o m e - s t a n d i n g Georgetown G-Men. In the first half of play the Jays struggled to put a stop to Georgetown's 6'5” sophomore postman Noah Pack. Pack knocked down
eight field goals in the paint and connected on seven-of-nine free throws in the first two quarters of play to finish the first half with 21 points. With two-point field goals by Georgetown junior Luke Gast, sophomore Cameron Brookbank, junior Jonny Strickland and a three-pointer from senior Christian Linville in the first half of play, the GMen ventured to halftime break with a 34-28 lead. The Jays came out in the second half to outscore the
G-Men 15-7 in the third quarter, putting Ripley on top 43-41 entering the final frame. A three-pointer by Linville tied the game at 41 with one minute to go in the third quarter, but it was Ripley senior Jordan Griffith driving to the hoop for a score to put the Jays up by two. The Jays went on to outscore the G-Men 23-15 in the fourth quarter to seal a 10-point victory. Back-to-back threepointers by Ripley's
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Eastern’s Mikayla Farris defends the high post during the Lady Warriors’ Dec. 5
See JAYS | 7 win over Peebles.
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Georgetown’s Noah Pack floats to the hoop for a score in the G-Men’s Dec. 2 season opener at Batavia.
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Fayetteville’s 6’3” freshman center Margo Thompson rises for a score in the Lady Rockets Dec. 5 win over Manchester.
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figures in scoring and the third to record a doubledouble in Monday's bout at Fayetteville, shooting for 10 points and grabbing 11 boards. “I felt like we probably could have pressed them and we could have played some man-to-man (defense) but I like the two-three zone because typically you don't foul a lot and you get some fast break opportunities. Once we started getting some baskets in transition, I thought we would stick to that plan,” Sheets said of the win over Manchester. “The third quarter we came out really hot and they were missing some of the three's they were taking. Once we got to an eight to 10 point lead I felt like we should just stick to the same plan.” The Lady Rockets entered Monday's league contest coming off a 50-45 win at Ripley on Dec. 1. Cornett led the Lady Rockets in scoring at Ripley with 19 points while also pulling down seven rebounds and passing for three assists. Murphy finished with 11 points, five assists and seven rebounds. Wiederhold fired for 10 points to go along with seven rebounds in the Lady Rockets' Dec. 1 victory on the road. The Lady Rockets were scheduled to face the Clermont Northeastern Lady Rockets in a nonleague contest at CNE on Dec. 7 and on Dec. 8 were scheduled to host the West Union Lady Dragons for an SHAC contest. The Lady Rockets are back in action on their home court Monday, Dec.
12, hosting the Bethel-Tate Lady Tigers for a nonleague game. MHS 17 8 11 15 – 51 FPHS 12 15 21 20 – 68
Manchester (51): McFarland 7 0-1 21, White 3 2-3 9, Smith 2 1-2 6, Hobbs 4 0-0 9, Lucas 0 2-4 2, Stamm 2 0-0 4. Three
pointers: McFarland 7, Hobbs 1, Smith 1, White 1. Team: 18 5-10 51.
Fayetteville (68): Murphy 7 6-9 21, Cornett 7 2-2 16, Thompson 7 0-0 14, Wiederhold 5 0-3 10, Moore 2 0-0 5, Lynch 1 00 2. Three-pointers: Moore 1, Murphy 1. Team: 29 814 68.
Hunters checked 66,759 white-tailed deer during Ohio’s 2016 deergun hunting season, Nov. 28-Dec. 4, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). Last year, hunters checked 73,392 deer over the weeklong deer-gun season.
8, Deaton 1 3-5 5. Threepointers: Royal 2, Harney 1. Team: 19 2535 66.
sophomore guard Jaki Royal expanded the Georgetown (56): Pack Ripley lead to 57-50 late 9 8-13 26, Brookbank 2 in the fourth quarter. After scoring 21 points Ripley (66): Marshall 5 5-7 9, Linville 2 0-0 6, in the first half, Pack was 5-6 15, Dunn 1 5-6 7, Dietrick 2 2-4 6, Gast 1 relatively silent on the Moran 1 0-0 2, Griffith 2 2-3 4, Strickland 1 1-2 3, offense end in the second 1-2 5, Harney 4 1-2 10, Underwood 0 1-4 1. half to score only five Germann 0 0-2 0, Staggs Three-pointers: Linville points, finishing the 2 10-12 14, Royal 3 0-0 2. Team: 17 19-33 56. night with 26 points to lead all scorers in the game. Pack also pulled down 17 rebounds to record a double-double. The Jays did a great deal of their scoring from the charity stripe, sinking 25-of-35 free throw attempts. The G-Men also found themselves at the charity stripe quit a bit, sinking 19-of-33 free throw attempts. The Jays had three players to reach double figures in the scoring column. Senior guard Laymon Marshall led the Jays in scoring with 15 points, sinking five field goals and connecting on five-of-six attempts from the foul line. Wade Linville/The News Democrat Junior Josiah Staggs finished with 14 points, sinking only two field Ripley’s Josh Deaton fires off a shot in the Jays’ Dec. goals but connecting on 3 win at Georgetown. 10-of-12 attempts from the foul line. Ripley junior Ryan Harney ended the night with 10 points, sinking three two-point field goals, a three-pointer, and one free throw. with David Blandford, M.D. Royal, with his backto-back three pointers in the fourth quarter, finished with eight points, while junior guard Brian Fuchs’ dystrophy is a dis- with male to female misDunn contributed with order that causes swelling in matches. seven points. Some nonsurgical treatthe cornea (the transparent With Saturday's loss to outer layer of the eye) that ments and self-care stratethe Jays, the G-Men can lead to glare, blurred/ gies may help relieve your dropped to an 0-2 overall
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Fayetteville’s Taylor Cornett fires from three-point range in the Lady Rockets’ Dec. 5 win over Manchester.
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record on the season. The G-Men suffered a 67-40 loss at Batavia in their season opener on Friday, Dec. 2. RULH 12 16 15 23 - 66 GHS 13 21 7 15 - 56
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Ohio’s Deer Management Program is to provide a deer population that maximizes recreational opportunities, while minimizing conflicts with landowners. In Brown County, there were 823 white-tailed deer harvested during the week-long gun hunting season, down from last year’s count of 1,054.
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1-5-16
9-29
(937) 378-0602
12-15
Leppert’s Home Improvement, LLC Get Ready For The Holidays With Your New: • Kitchen or Bath Remodel • Basement Remodel • Room Addition • Man Cave • Windows - Doors - Siding
937-377-2113
1-26
Licensed and Insured
1x4 Ad 9 Weeks for $189.00
PIANO LESSONS Julianne Holbrook 937-446-4422 1-12
Painting
For All Your Painting Needs INTERIOR & EXTERIOR 38 YEARS EXPERIENCE
937-379-0317 937-618-1543
12-8
TRANSAXLES STANDARDS
OVERDRIVES CLUTCHES
13034 LOWER CUMBERLAND ROAD MT. ORAB, OHIO Certified with 25 Years Experience
STEVE’S TRANSMISSIONS STEVE
(937) 444-2815
12-8 TFN
ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSIS
Boyd’s Transmission & Wrecker Service
COMPLETE TRANSMISSION SERVICE SINCE 1979 • MEMBER ATSG FOREIGN & DOMESTIC • LIMITED FREE TOWING HARD PARTS - FREE OR AT COST • 24 HR. TOWING
TFN 12-29
MT. ORAB 444-2665 Evenings Call 444-4193
Tree Service
EXPERT TREE CARE
• TRIMMING 5-15 • FERTILIZATION • CROWN REDUCTION • PLANTING & REMOVAL • LANDSCAPE SERVICES
LAND & TREE TENDING COMPANY SINCE 1975 • 513-876-3081 WWW.LANDANDTREETENDING.COM
1x1 Ad 9 Weeks for $54.00
Roofing
DB&R Construction If you are considering a metal roof for your home, let DB&R Construction talk with you about the advantages of a metal roof.
Specializing in all metal roofing! Call For A Free Estimate
937.378.3092
Vinyl Siding
11-3
We do NOT power wash, which can damage siding. We brush thoroughly and rinse with water. We clean soffits, gutters, downspouts, window frames and sills, eaves, flashing and any trim.
2x2 Ad 9 Weeks for $189.00 Call 937-444-3441 To place your Ad
Call Diane 937-444-3441
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Lamps
THE OLDE LAMP SHOPPE 206 E. Grant Ave. Georgetown
937.478.8437
1-5
OFFERING NEW & USED LAMPS, REFURBISHED LAMPS, ANTIQUE, & VINTAGE LAMPS. ALSO OFFERING LAMP REPAIR, PIANO TUNING & REPAIR.
OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK
Across from the Post office
Good reasons why it pays to support your local business.
1. 2. 3.
Musical Instruction
Transmission Service
513-456-6404
Everyone Benefits!
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John Stamm 513.505.0133 john@jdstammlawns.com
corn, pellet, wood, & gas Free-standing & Add-on units
11-24
Construction 7510 Gooselick Rd. Ripley, OH 45167
TFN (937) 446-4443 12-29
All Your Home Improvement Needs! Free Consultation
Richard Throckmorton
J.D. STAMM LAWNS
Mowing/Trimming/Cleanup • Edging • General Use Herbicide • Brush Removal • Spring Cleanup • Gutter Cleaning • Flower Bed Cleanout • Mulching 12/22
937.377.1416
Before Me Genealogy, LLC
TFN
15457 Eastwood Rd. Williamsburg Ohio 45176 937-444-3382
savvyframing@gmail.com Sandy Hastings, owner 12-29
Genealogy Research Home Improvement
GRAVEL
11256 Hamer Rd. Georgetown, OH 45121
Custom Framing
Cincinnati Dowel
STEVE’S TRUCKING
Jamie Taylor
Locally owned and operated with over 10 years experience
has 10 ft bundles of ribbings looking for a new home. This material will make great kindling and we will load your trailer! Pick up at
Stoves
Southern Ohio Stove Systems
SAVVY FRAMING, LLC
FREE WOOD
Gravel
5-15
TFN 9-15
you grow it we mow it
Picture Framing
Free Wood
Owner/Partner
(cell)
Ed Smith Painting
TFN 1-12
Beverly Eyre
cell 513-374-0017
TFN
Daren and Barb Howser
513-553-3942 Mallen1@fuse.net
Mowing
(office)
Call Today for your FREE Introductory Lesson
Supplying all of your seeding needs... Garden to Farm Also Specializing in Orchard Grass, Timothy, Clover, Alfalfa, Wild Life Plot Mixes & Numerous Other Varieties of Hay & Pasture Mixes Also Available Bagged Fertilizer and Bulk Garden Seed
Chimney Cleaning & Repair • Foundation Repair Brick, Block, Concrete & Rock (New or Repair) 30 Years Experience 12-29 TFN INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES (937) 444-4134 (513) 518-2527
OFFICE (513) 753-9660 Ext. 12 CELL (513) 633-3027 EMAIL eyre@koogler-eyre.com WEBSITE www.koogler-eyre.com
Ron Melton Masonry Services
Triple T Mowing Service
Handyman Dan
Real Estate
Masonry
Think about all the school carnivals and fund-raising events during the year. Local businesses throughout our area contribute thousands of dollars in money, services and merchandise to help make them successful. When you spend money with local shops and businesses, you help those businesses grow and prosper. Successful businesses stay around for a long time and help share the tax load for government services. When you shop locally, you help yourself and all of us! Find everything you need in your own backyard, travel fewer miles & save time and gas, to boot!
Place your business directory ad in The Brown County Press!
Call Diane at 937-444-3441 1x1 Ad ................9 Weeks for $54.00 1x2 or 2x1 Ad......9 Weeks for $99.00 1x3 Ad ..............9 Weeks for $153.00 2x1.5 Ad............9 Weeks for $144.00 1x4 or 2x2 Ad......9 Weeks for $189.00 2x4 Ad...............9 Weeks for $369.00
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MACHINISTS PAS Technologies Inc. (www.pas-technologies.com), a privately held corporation, provides cost-effective OEM and MRO solutions for the aerospace, oil and gas, and Industrial Gas Turbine markets. By using innovative and proprietary high-technology processes, along with solutions licensed from OEMs, PAS Technologies provides considerable value for customers whose components are exposed to high wear, high heat, and corrosive environments. The Company’s highly engineered and innovative products are world-renowned for advanced technology and unsurpassed reliability. PAS Technologies Inc. has operations globally and services an international customer base. PAS Technologies in Hillsboro, Ohio continues to grow, and we need skilled machinists for all shifts. Lathe and Milling Machinists: Must be self-starters and be able to work independently. Will operate machining equipment that could include milling, turning and grinding. Complete your own set-ups, follow our job routers, prove out parts and edit programs as needed. Must be experienced with micrometers and calipers and have a basic understanding of machine shop practices. Will be required to read and interpret blueprints. Must have 3+ years of related experience. A Trade School Certificate is preferred. Position requires a stable work history and good mechanical skills. PAS Technologies offers a safe work environment, competitive wages, and a full benefits package. To apply, complete an application, between 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 214 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133, fax resume to 937.840.1002, e-mail brenda_dailey@pas-technologies.com or apply at www.careerbuilders.com Only those candidates selected for further employment screening will receive a reply beyond this message. An Equal Opportunity Employer Strongly Committed to Workplace Diversity M/F/D/V
NOW HIRING! SENIOR HOMECARE UNLIMITED, LLC., a rapidly growing company in Mt. Orab, Ohio is seeking
CNA's, STNA's & HHA's IN ADAMS, BROWN AND HIGHLAND COUNTIES. If you enjoy working with the elderly and a flexible schedule please contact us at
937-444-0930
HELP WANTED
HIRING ROOFERS!!! Commercial & residential. Hiring sheet metal mechanic for shop & field work. Also hiring steel building erectors. Apply in person at: 789 US Hwy 50 Milford, OH 45150. 513-965-9200.
DRIVERS: DEDICATED OPENINGS! $3,000.00 Orientation Completion Bonus! Platinum Orientation - flight, with upscale lodging and meals. 1 year Class-A Call Today: 1-855-450-2267.
LOOKING TO IMMEDIATELY fill positions for Experienced Footer & Poured Wall people. Will need to have transportation to shop. For more information & to complete an application: Cincinnati Wall Contractors 4154 Half Acre Rd. Batavia, OH 45103 Call with any questions 513-543-9051 EXPERIENCED ROUGH FRAMER or Carpenter’s Helper needed, new construction. MUST HAVE Transportation & Phone. Call 513-752-1606 leave message.
D R I V E R S WANTED. Class ACDL. Local and over the road. 606-7768627.
WE HAVE JOBS!!!! Landscape, General Labor Window Mfg., Construction Painters, Material Handlers Shipping, Warehouse Inspectors, Packers, Electrician, machine Operators/maintenance, Welders, Construction. Call 513-842-8000 today for an immediate interview! or apply online at www.expresspros.com Select the Cincinnati East office. EXPRESS EMPLOYM E N T PROFESSIONALS
ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR NEEDED Have fun at work! Schedule outings, attend community happenings, develop & implement on-site projects & work with others! We are a nonprofit social service company in need of creative & highly motivated team members! This position requires flexible hours. We also have a part time, second shift job site coordinator position open. Applicants must have GED/Diploma, clean driving record, able to pass DOT physical & drug screen, & have a clean background check. Contact us at 937-378-2786 Ext. 3 for more information!
RESIDENTIAL CONCEPTS, INC
DIRECT SUPPORT PERSONNEL Full Time and Part Time Positions 2nd & 3rd Shift
Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can make an impact in the lives of others? If so, look no further than Residential Concepts, Inc.! Our Direct Support Team is fun, compassionate, and dedicated to providing quality care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are seeking compassionate persons to: Assist individuals with daily living activities, community inclusion, and transportation to work or other activities with a company vehicle. Partner with other staff members to support individual service plans and goals.
$11.50 hourly rate
No prior experience necessary Rate differential for certifications in: Medication Administration, CPR, and First Aid H.S. Diploma or G.E.D., Background Checks, Valid Driver’s License, 18 Years of Age or Older Required
Health insurance paid by company, Simple IRA with 3% match, Paid training, Paid vacation, Employee referral bonus program, Year-end bonuses, Direct deposit, Supportive and positive work environment.
$800 Sign-on Bonus (after 520 hours worked) APPLY IN PERSON AT: 4073 Tollgate Road Batavia, Ohio 45103 Near Williamsburg Office hours: M-F 9:00am-3:00pm www.residentialconcepts.org 513-724-0094
PINE RIDGE PINE VILLAGE RESIDENTIAL HOMES INC
NOW HIRING DIRECT SUPPORT STAFF/STNA’S FULL & PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE • 2ND & 3RD SHIFTS DIRECT CARE STAFF 11.50 PER HOUR STNA’S 13.00 PER HOUR
QUALIFICATION’S INCLUDE: PASS A DRUG SCREEN • CLEAN BACKGROUND CHECK • VALID DRIVERS LICENSE • HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED • 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER • STNA’S MUST CARRY A CURRENT VALID CERTIFICATION YOU WILL BE ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN THEIR HOME AND COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENT’S
SIGN ON BONUS OF $800.00
( after 400 hours worked ) Employee health insurance plan paid by the company, Vacation pay , Birthday pay, Aflac APPLY AT 146 NORTH 3RD STREET WILLIAMSBURG OHIO 45176 M-F 9 AM - 5 PM
NURSES & STNAs needed for long term care facility. Must be dependable. Please apply at:
Locust Ridge Nursing Home
12745 Elm Corner Rd, Williamsburg, Ohio or call 937-444-2920 or 513-579-9949.
RESIDENTIAL ROOFER Transportation & driver’s license required. Pay according to experience. Apply in person at: 789 US Hwy 50 Milford, OH 45150. 513-965-9200.
FULL TIME EXPERIENCED MEDICAL ASSISTANT needed for a busy Batavia practice. Epic knowledge a plus. Hours are Mon.-Fri. 9am-5:30pm. No weekends. Send resume with salary requirements to: Practice Administrator 2055 Hospital Dr. Suite 300 Batavia, OH 45103 or email resume to clermontinternists2@gmail.com. NO phone calls please. DRIVERS WANTED Tanker Endorsement needed, earn up to $300 a day, 2 years experience, Class A CDL, local hauling $500 Sign-on Bonus (See details at TCB office) Call TCB Trucking 513-309-7559 513-625-8183
HIRING EMT’S all levels. $12.00/hr., $15.00 for Medics. $2.00 per hour Sunday premium. Flexible hours. No night shifts. Call Grace Copple at 937-213-2926 or Prestige Patient Transport 937-690-6100. DRIVERS: REGIONAL. Home Weekly/ BiWeekly Guaranteed. Paid Loaded & Empty/Rider Program. No-Touch, Benefits & Monthly Bonuses. 877-758-3905.
A Family Business for Over 35 Years ************ CDL-A Driver
$1,000 sign on Bonus 2 years experience Percentage Pay Health Insurance Vacation + Holiday Regional Position
513-724-7140
AN INDEPENDENT TRUCK & EQUIPMENT REPAIR BUSINESS in Batavia, OH is looking for experienced, Qualified Technicians. Candidates should have tooling & be able to perform repairs on various brands of diesel powered equipment. Contact Matt @ (513)732-3333.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Sun Publishing Group, a family-owned community media company based in Batavia, Ohio, with newspapers, websites, magazines and specialty publications is looking for a talented design and pagination artist to help take our company to the next level in community marketing/layout. We are a young company with a long history of community newspapers and websites looking to expand our presence in web and graphic design to fit the needs of a changing social environment. If you have a natural eye for design and layout with the knowledge of QuarkXPress and Adobe InDesign this could be a perfect fit for you. There is also a need to understand and use an ad tracking software to place the ads in each publication. This position would be working with existing staff on designing newspaper ads, layouts of newspapers and design websites for four different newspapers. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Graphics design and/or three years experience newspaper or print design. The position has a Monday-Friday work schedule.
Send your resume to Scott.t.champion@gmail.com
ROUTE CARRIERS Taking Phone Applications for Clermont Sun Publishing & Brown County Press Routes available in Bethel, Batavia, Williamsburg & Mt. Orab 1-800-404-3157 or 513-732-2511 Call Tuesday ONLY 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Ask for Connie
Angels Above & Beyond Home Health Services
EDITOR
The Clermont Sun, a local newspaper covering Clermont County, Ohio, is looking for an editor. This position includes covering education, local government other news and features, in addition to photography and editing. This role also includes updating the website, managing social media accounts and laying out two newspapers a week. A degree in journalism or experience in journalism is preferred. A successful candidate will possess strong writing, editing and management skills. Experience working with QuarkXPress and Adobe Photoshop is helpful.
Send resume, cover letter and three clips to:
kcantwell@clermontsun.com.
HELP WANTED PRESS ROOM HELPER
The Clermont Sun Publishing Co. is seeking a full/part-time Press Room Helper. No experience necessary. Monday - Friday third shift Please apply at:
The Clermont Sun 465 E. Main St. Batavia, Ohio 45103
is looking for Home Health Aides, RN Supervisor and Nurses for Clermont, Brown and Hamilton Counties. Please call (513) 553-9955 for information. Apply online at: angelsabovebeyond.com, you may also fax your resume to: (513) 553-1089 or apply in person at:
Angels Above & Beyond Home Health Services, 1041 Old US Hwy 52, Suite F, New Richmond, OH 45157.
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments at:
Markley Square Apartments located at 610 MARKLEY AVE. GEORGETOWN, OH 45121 or call for details at
937-378-6460
Stove, refrigerator, and on site laundry. RENT BASED ON INCOME TDD #419-526-0466
“This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”
HIRING CAREGIVERS! Clermont & Brown County openings. Helping seniors to remain at home by providing non-medical care. All shifts. Home Instead Senior Care Call 513230-5111 FAMILY ORIENTED GROUP HOME is seeking part time/ full time workers. This will require some weekend shifts. Job requirements are as follows: High School diploma/GED, valid drivers license, car insurance, clean background & an upbeat attitude. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY - will train. Please contact the Hoovler Home, Heather Cooper 937-515-2439 or Carolyn Hoovler 937-446-3019.
APTS UNFURNISHED
1 & 2 BR APARTMENTS Williamsburg, all utilities included except electric. 513-724-7802.
WAITING LIST NOW OPEN Owensville Commons Apartments
is currently accepting applications for 1br apartments for 62 years of age or older, handicapped/disabled regardless of age. Applications taken M-F 9:30am-3:30pm. 513-732-6935 TDD# 1-800-750-0750 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer.”
IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY! $99 deposit - 1st month free WITH RESTRICTIONS
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for 1 & 2 bedroom apartments at: Georgetown 1 Apartments: 401 Marshall Ave. Georgetown, OH 45121 APPLY AT: 610 MARKLEY AVE. GEORGETOWN, OH 45121
or call for details at:
937-378-6460
Stove, refrigerator, and on site laundry. Possibility of rental assistance. "Metro Accepted" TDD #419-526-0466 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”
GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY! New deluxe 1-3 BR apartments in Mt. Orab. Prices range from $620 - $1200. These are a must see! 937-444-3043. MT. ORAB - 55 and older community. New construction WINTER SPECIAL! FIRST MONTH FREE! Call today! 937-444-1708
BATAVIA - TWO and THREE bedroom apartments available with open wait list. Accepting applications M-F, 9a.m.-4p.m. Apartments are income based. 513-732-3804
FELICITY GARRISON PLACE SENIOR APARTMENTS 62 & OVER Rent Subsidized Free Utilities Secure Bldg. On-site laundry Pets allowed 513-876-3590 TTY 800-750-0750
VERY NICE & CLEAN 3 BR, 1.5BA near 62 & 32. NO SMOKING! NO PETS! $695/month plus deposit. 937-515-0210
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APTS UNFURNISHED GEORGETOWN SQUARE Equipped kitchen. 1-bedroom. Very clean. Perfect for young couple or retired individuals. No pets. $485 month. References & deposit required. 513-625-4371. HOUSES FOR RENT
GEORGETOWN LARGE TWO BEDROOM HOUSE. Basement. High efficiency furnace. No Pets. $600 rent, $600 deposit. 937-4836314. HOME FOR RENT in Georgetown. Available 1/1/17. 3br ranch located across from McDonald’s. Very nice home & location. $700 monthly rent +deposit. 937-378-3006 after 5pm.
BEAUTIFUL SPACIOUS 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home to rent ASAP in Mt. Orab. Located near WB schools. Kitchen appliances included. Over 1800 sq ft. living space. NO pets. Tenants responsible for water, electric, and lawn maintenance. 1yr lease, deposit required. Call 937-213-1548 or go to www.tristaterental management.com for more information & to download an application.
HOUSES FOR RENT
THE BROWN METROPOLITAN HOUSING AUTHORITY is currently accepting applications for three bedroom, single family homes located in Ripley, Ohio. To qualify, applicants must have 4-6 members in their household and be income eligible. Applications are accepted MondayFriday, 8:30am11:00am and 1:00-4:00 pm. You may complete an application at the office located at 406 West Plum Street, Room 99, Georgetown Ohio. You will need to bring evidence of birth (Birth Certificate, Insurance Card, School records) and a social security card for each family member. The Brown Metropolitan Housing Authority offers Equal Opportunity Housing. MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT
2BR, 1BA, nice deck & yard in small park in Georgetown; No pets. 945 S. Main St., $425/month. 513-519-5372. GARAGE/ PARKING/ STORAGE
GARAGE FOR RENT CHEAP!! 9x18 garage with concrete floor and roll-up door. No car/boat repair, etc. FOR STORAGE ONLY. $65.00 per month Call Bill 513-383-4084 14 North Third Street Ripley, Ohio 45167
PUBLIC NOTICES Phone: (800) 404-3157 Fax: (937) 444-2652 E-mail: bcpress@frontier.com
LEGAL NOTICE The Ripley-Union-LewisHuntington school district is asking for sealed proposals for furnishing two (2) 77-passenger conventional school buses and one (1) 66-passenger handicap school bus. Bids will be received in care of Jeff Rowley, Treasurer RULH School District, PO Box 85, 502 S. Second Street, Ripley Ohio 45167, until 12:00 noon E.S.T., December 12, 2016, and will be opened and read aloud at that time. Notice of Bid, Instructions to bidders and specifications for equipment may be obtained from the Ripley-UnionLewis-Huntington Central Office at the above address, or online at HTTP://WWW.RULH.US–Administration-Treasurer. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Board of Education Ripley-Union-Local-Huntington Local School District By: Jeff Rowley, Treasurer ND 12-1-16, 12-8-16 ---------------------------------------LEGAL NOTICE Janet S. Gibson whose last known address is 1978 Maple Grove Road, Mt. Orab, OH. 45154; Shawn C. Furnish whose last known address is 14587 Salem Church Road, Mt. Orab, OH. 45154. You are hereby notified that your personal property now housed at A Valley Moving and Storage 2046 Greenbush-Cobb Road, Williamsburg, Oh. 45176 may be obtained by you for the payment in full of the balance due plus all other expenses or it will be sold at Public Auction at the facility on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. ND 12-8-16, 12-15-18 ----------------------------------------
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HOUSES FOR SALE
GEORGETOWN BRICK RANCH, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, living room, eatin kitchen, family room, utility room. New roof. 2 car detached garage- own heated & drain. $150,000. 937-3783093 SEWING & ALTERATIONS
FOR ALL YOUR SEWING NEEDS for you, your family & your home. Call 937-444-4276. Reasonable rates, expert service.
EXPERIENCED SEAMSTRESS offering sewing & alterations. Willing to travel or work from home. Call Pat at 937444-4627 MISC. FOR RENT
HALL RENTAL Two halls available for rent. One hall is 4000 sq. ft. w/complete kitchen. Second hall holds 175 people. Call for pricing. 937378-4330. MOBILE HOMES, FOR SALE
1990 REDMAN RIVERVIEW 14X70, 2 BR, 1 BA., metal on metal $2000 down, $500 month 513-505-8311 or 859446-3554
ABANDONED DOUBLEWIDEplease take over. $3500 Deposit required 859-371-2140
MISC. FOR SALE
FOR SALE
SEASONED FIREWOOD & BOILER WOOD
ASH WOOD. All year round. Local. I would like to haul 14' dump loads.
Scott Malott
937-213-3193
MOBILE HOMES, FOR SALE
1990 FLEETWOOD 14X70, 2BR., 2BA., metal on metal. $2000 down, $500 month. 513-505-8311 or 859446-3554 2000 FLEETWOOD double wide 3bdr 2bath in Sardinia for sale. Sits on 4 acres. Land is not for sale. Lot rent is $350. Trailer can be moved if you’d like. New roof & gutters 11/2015. Price $36,500 call or text 513-283-5086. FIREWOOD
S E A S O N E D GRADE A #1 FIREWOOD. All hard wood - mostly Ash and Oak. Delivery available or pickup. Call 937-515-4012 or 513-384-1505 FOR SALE SEASONED FIREWOOD & OUTSIDE FURANCE WOOD All year round. Local. I would like to haul 14’ dump loads. Scott Malott 937-213-3193
MISC. NOTICES
Trying to locate PATRICIA L. FESTAGALLO. Please contact me at your earliest convenience at 757-287-1218
WANTED TO BUY
CASH PAID TODAY! Antiques, jewelry, furniture, appliances, gold silver, records, tools, all collectibles, household, estates, used cars. 30 year buyer - almost anything! 937-3782850, 937-378-2399, 513-348-5870 or 513256-8623. PETS & SUPPLIES
3 FEMALE PUPPIES Tiny balls of fur! Mother - registered Maltese, father Maltese/Toy Poodle mix. $300 each 937-378-6097 HAY AND GRAIN
MIXED HAY for sale 5x5 round bales $30, also square bales $4 937-618-1410
HAY FOR SALE Mixed grass, hay 4x5 round bales, & small square bales (937) 725-5050
Logans Lane Greenhouse Fresh Cut Evergreen Wreaths, Swags, Centerpieces, Cemetery arrangements , Yule Logs, Mail box huggies, Open 10am to 4pm, 2749 Logans Lane, WU (937)544-0114
FOR SALE Butcher Beef Buy half of half, half or whole. Bookings & delivery available December & January. Call Hattan Farms 937-780-6401.
AURARA WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE INSERT 26” wide, 25” high, 19” deep. Door opening 10 1/2”. Has a setup to use a blower. Good condition. $125.00 937-3791471 no answer, leave message. GYM EQUIPMENT for sale. Schwinn Recumbent Bike & Bodyguard Executive Step Stair Climber; $100 each or $150 for both. Call 513-310-7800.
COMMEERATIVE COKE BOTTLES Mainly 6 packs - still full. Nascar, Kings Island anniversary & UK Championship 1998 - Almost 100 bottles: $100. 1948 Cinderella Pinball Machine - fair condition. $400. 937-4443460 FOR SALE Butcher Hogs Delivery & bookings available. Call Hattan Farms 937-780-6401.
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TRUCKS FOR SALE
2014 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV PLATINUM EDITION 6.2L V8, AWD, Automatic, 64k Miles, Black Raven, Stock Number: # 36627A. $40,998 HOLMAN MOTORS, INC. 1-888-516-0222
2016 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT 392 6.4L V8, RWD, 255 Miles, Grey, Stock Number: #37851A, $50, 998 HOLMAN MOTORS, INC. 1-888-516-0222 AUTOS FOR SALE
2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL V6, 3.8L V6, FWD, Automatic, 121k Miles, White, Stock Number: #37632A $4,998 HOLMAN MOTORS, INC. 1-888-516-0222 2013 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 2.0T R-SPEC 2.0L 4 Cyls, RWD, Manual, 26k Miles, Black, Stock Number: #GH7520A $16,998 HOLMAN MOTORS, INC. 1-888-516-0222
2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX 1LT, 2.4L 4 Cyls, FWD, Automatic, 77k Miles, Mocha Steel Metallic, Stock Number: #37232A, $13,998 HOLMAN MOTORS, INC. 1-888-516-0222
AUTOS FOR SALE
CAR TODAY WITH TOMORROW’S TAX REFUND. Mason Co Auto @ 606-584-8881. ‘06 Malibu $1995 cash only. ‘02 Town and Country Van $500 down. YARD/GARAGE SALE
GIANT BARN SALE DEC. 15-17 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) LOCATED AT: 5426 ST. RT. 134 Rain or Shine 1 1/2 MILE FROM DODSONVILLE TOWARD BUFORD ON 134 Call Wendy at 937-444-1885 Cincinnati Reds items, sports pennants, Budweiser tins, Miller items, classic car items, Beatles items, sports cards, lamps, Hummels, dolls, Partylite, jewelry, DVDs, Danbury Mint lighthouses, tools, Pepsi items, records, stereo, Christmas items, Easter items, old hand saws, Fenton, Bluegrass items, Life magazines, books, vintage clothing, china, Boyd glass, 1950’s tables, old license plates & much more!!!!! MAIN STREET COLLECTIBLES 20% off the whole month of December! Everything in the Store - antiques, primitives, jewelry, furniture, Christmas, refrigerators, washers, whole lots more! Located at 449 N. MAIN ST., GEORGETOWN 937-378-2399
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Real Estate Auction 1019 Lawrence St., Ripley, OH
December 17, 2016 @ 12:00 noon
This home is located in the heart of upper Ripley near the IGA grocery store. It has 4 bedrooms, one bath, dining area and cute kitchen. This house would make a wonderful starter home for a young couple or a downsized retirement home. Heirs have agreed to a very marketable price.
Terms on Real Estate: 10% down payment the day of the Auction, balance on delivery of deed, within 30 days. Real Estate sells as is. Real Estate sells subject to confirmation by sellers on day of Auction. Any inspections that the buyer requires shall be conducted prior to auction date at the buyer’s expense. Information presented here is derived from sources deemed reliable but not warranted by the seller or their representatives. All announcements made day of auction take precedence over previous verbal or printed material. Sibcy Cline will be acting as the agent.
“The Campbell Group” of Sibcy Cline Realtors
937-392-4308
VIEW THESE & MANY OF OUR OTHER AUCTIONS & REAL ESTATE LISTINGS AT:
www.campbellauctioneers.com
937-444-3441
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NEWS
Georgetown News Democrat
Christmas River sweep poster Chatfield College classes begin in Jan. Concert contest deadine
The deadline for the annual Ohio River Sweep Poster Contest is December 16, 2016. Students in grades K-12 are invited to design a poster for the annual Ohio River Sweep in 2017. The Ohio River Sweep is a one-day cleanup project for the Ohio River and its tributaries. The volunteer event creates awareness of water quality problems caused by litter and illegal dumping. The 28th annual Ohio River Sweep will be held Saturday, June 17, 2017. Posters submitted for this contest should encour-
age volunteer participation. The poster contest is open to students living in or attending schools in counties which border the Ohio River or counties which participate in the Ohio River Sweep. Fifteen prizes will be awarded: two $500 prizes and 13 $50 prizes. For further information about the poster contest or the Ohio River Sweep, contact Lisa Cochran at cochran@orsanco.org, call 1-800-359-3977 or visit OhioRiverSweep.org.
The bonus pays $100 a month to veterans who served during the eligible periods in Afghanistan up to a maximum of $1,000. For veterans who served in other parts of the world during these periods, the payment is $50 a month up to a $500 maximum. Veterans medically discharged as a result of combat service can receive $1,000, regardless of how much time they spent in theater, plus up to $500 for months of service elsewhere. The current bonus program extends to family members of those killed in action or who died from disease as a result of service in Afghanistan. In those cases, recipients may receive a bonus of $5,000
plus whatever the service member was eligible to receive, up to $6,500. The eligible time period for service in Afghanistan or any location outside Afghanistan is from Oct. 7, 2001 through a date yet to be determined by the President. Eligible veterans must have been Ohio residents at the time of their entry into the service, and must be Ohio residents at the time they apply. Ohio Veterans Bonus applications are available at OhioVet.gov. To learn more about benefits, bonuses, jobs and resources for Ohio veterans and military families visit www.ohiovet.gov or call 1-877-OhioVet.
Ohio Veteran’s bonus
If you’ve been thinking about going to college, but have not yet taken the final step, make it a New Year’s resolution to get enrolled in 2017. The spring semester at Chatfield College begins the week of January 16, and there’s still time to register and make that New Year’s resolution a reality. The spring schedule offers a variety of courses in business, computers, education, English, religion, history, psychology,
art, public speaking, and many more. During the 15week semester, each class meets just once a week for 2 ½ hours, which makes it convenient for arranging classes around work schedules or family responsibilities. The average class size is just 12 students, so students are able to easily engage in classroom discussion and receive personal attention from instructors.
The Georgetown Jr and Sr High Choirs would like to invite the community to attend their concert, "Holiday Joy", on Wednesday, December 14th at 7pm. The concert is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. Come out and enjoy the sounds and warmth of the season.
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Obituaries Robert Layton, 89
Portsmouth, NH – Robert “Bob” Layton, 89, of Portsmouth, died Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 19, 1927 in Russellville, Ohio a son of the late Harry and Frances (Harman) Layton. Bob graduated from Russellville High School with the Class of 1945 and was a veteran of WW II enlisting with the US Navy on the day of his graduation. After serving his county he attended the University of Miami before transferring to the Ohio State University where he received his Bachelor’s degree in agricultural engineering. Mr. Layton was employed as an agricultural engineer for the Department of Agriculture in the soil and water conservation division. He moved to New Hampshire in 1964 and retired in 1981. After his retirement he continued consulting in soil and water conservation and later served as a teacher’s aide in the Portsmouth school system. After some continuing education he received his teaching degree and taught general science at Portsmouth Middle School. He finally retired in 1991. Bob was an active member of the North Church serving several years as president of the Church Council. He was also active with the Portsmouth Community Development Committee for 37 years and served on the committee of the Renovation of Market Square Committee. He was a 58 year member of the Lions Club joining in Ohio and transferring to the Portsmouth Lions Club where he was made a Melvin Jones Fellow, was a past president, editor of the monthly newsletter, and served on many committees including the eyesight and hearing committee. He was also a member of Russellville Masonic Lodge #166 Russellville, Ohio. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Bob always had a smile. He was a huge Ohio State football fan and converted his family and friends as well. He also enjoyed the outdoors and hiking with his boys and Boy Scout Troop #469. He and his wife were chaperones with the Portsmouth Marching Band. He shared 62 loving years of marriage with his wife Carolyn (Maxson) Layton. In addition to his wife he leaves three children, Nancy Layton and her husband Peter Anania of Portsmouth, Andrew Layton and his wife Judith of Deering, Daniel Layton and his wife Lorinda of North Berwick, ME, three grandchildren, Lauren, Andrew and Matthew, his siblings David Layton, Andrea Wilkerson and Mary Roussos all of Ohio, many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brother, Doctor Donald Layton last month. Visiting hours will be from 6-8 P.M. Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the Remick & Gendron Funeral Home-Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton. Services will be at 11 A.M. Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at North Church, Market Square, Portsmouth. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited. Private interment will be in Harmony Grove Cemetery, Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Portsmouth Lions Club, P.O. Box 944, Portsmouth, NH 03802 or to the North Church Memorial Fund, 355 Spinney Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801. To view Bob’s memorial website, sign his tribute wall or for directions, visit www.RemickGendron.com
Connie D. Gilkerson, Sr., 78
Connie D. Gilkerson, Sr., 78, died Thursday, November 17, 2016 at Ohio Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center n e a r R i p l e y, Ohio. He was b o r n February 17, 1938 in Conc o r d , Kentucky. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Stella Maude (Bennett) Gilkerson; one son, Connie Davis (David) Gilkerson, Jr.; seven brothers and one sister. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Anna Marie (Honaker) Gilkerson and one daughter, Michelle Gilkerson of Georgetown, Ohio and one “adopted” daughter, Sandra D. Bates of Lexington, Kentucky; one sister, Shirley (Herman) Hall of Cynthiana, Kentucky; thirty-six nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and nephews, two sister-inlaws and two brother-inlaws, and many other family and friends. He was a retired maintenance/security, farmer and police officer. A memorial service is planned for Saturday, December 3, 2016, at 11:00 a.m.. at Mt. Orab United Methodist Church, 11693 State Route 774, Bethel, Ohio. Burial was at Paris Cemetery in Paris, Kentucky. In lieu of flowers, his wish is money be given to his daughter Michelle Gilkerson, to be distributed between two of his favorite charities in memorial given by family and friends.
Tyler Hesler, 20
Tyler Hesler age 20 of Russellville, Ohio passed away Friday December 2, 2016 at the University of Cincinnati Hospital as a result of a logging accident. He was born August 14, 1996 in Brown C o u n t y, OH. He was a contractor. Tyler is survived by his parents, Kevin and Amber Hesler of Russellville; maternal grand parents, Darlene and Jon Smith of Louisiana; paternal grand parents, Bob and Faye Wagner of Manchester; paternal grandmother, Delores Hesler of Winchester; one brother, Christopher Leon Hesler of Russellville; two sisters, Brittany Hesler of Cincinnati and Bethany Hesler of Winchester; one niece, Melody Bronner; one nephew, Case Burns and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services will be held Wednesday December 7, 2016 at 8:00 PM at the Meeker Funeral Home in Russellville with Tom Claibourne officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 - 8:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family. Friends and Families may sign Tyler’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com
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• The Ripley Federal Savings Bank will have Betty Tatman offering her delicious homemade candies on Friday starting at 10am. • Friday of RVC weekend officially starts at 5:30 with the Ripley Library Christmas Tree lighting and RULH 3-8 grade chorus providing Holiday music, the tree lighting and followed by the Friends of the Library book sale and the RVC Committee sponsored FREE Hot Chocolate Social. • Cohearts Riverhouse Restaurant is featuring Harriett Groh performing at 7:30pm – call for details 392-4819.
Friday Dec. 9 kicks off RVC with the Library Christmas Tree Lighting!
• First State Bank has SANTA! from 9am to 12pm with cookies and candy canes. • Citizens Deposit Bank will have Donuts and Danish with coffee and other treats. • Rockin’ Robin’s is having a delicious pancake and sausage breakfast fundraiser for Anita Flaugher and Wendy Blackburn and is giving away FREE small Hot Chocolate from 11am to 5pm The St. Michael’s Rosary Alter Society annual bake sale is at Rockin’ Robbins. • Olde Piano Factory Antique Mall is a must see with their beautiful holiday decorations and gift items. • Visit the Christmas store at the Ripley Florist for everything Christmas – ornaments to jewelry and more. • LuLu’s Suds at the Church of the Nazarene Craft Bazaar is giving a 5th FREE bar of soap for each 4 bar purchase. • Judith’s Attic Antiques is serving Christmas Candies and will have holiday specials. See interesting gift items. • The Ripley Church of the Nazarene is holding a huge Craft Bazaar with many vendors, the Naz Café will be open for lunch and Santa will be visiting with treats starting at 11:30am. Get your list to Santa early! • The Friends of the Library book sale is in full swing on Saturday. • Old Barn Primitives shop is having a 20% off sale and will have FREE FUDGE! • Tiny’s Shop is having a store wide Christmas Sale! • River Valley Antique Mall has 10% off all items over $10 for RVC weekend and tasty finger foods, cookies, and punch. • Visit Clarcy’s Embroidery and Crafts where they will feature free candy treats and a drawing for the tobacco stick sleigh. Welcome our new merchant to town! • The Ohio Valley Manor at Rt 68 & 62 has a wonderful gift shop and is offering 10% off the entire shop during RVC. • The Ripley Museum will be open and featuring the beautiful Angel Tree and Holiday exhibits. • The historic St. Michael Church will be open Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 3pm with newly restored murals, and St. Michael the Archangel statue. • SANTA! will also be at the Tobacco Museum Saturday afternoon from 1pm to 4pm • The Ripley Assembly of God is having a FREE Christmas Store for all needy families. The FREE Christmas Store will be open Saturday from 1pm to 3pm and all needy families are welcome to come and shop! • The Community Concert is on Saturday night, 7pm at the Ripley First Presbyterian Church. A Reception follows in the Church's Tyler Fellowship Hall. • Be sure to stop by the Sunset Bar and Grill for a cup of Christmas cheer! • The John P. Parker House and Ripley’s Holiday Forest of Lights, a beautiful display of remembrance Lighted Christmas trees next to the Parker House on Front Street.
Saturday Dec. 10 features treats, tastes SANTA and deals!
• The tour will take place on Sunday, December 11 from 1-5 pm. Purchase tickets starting at 12:30 at the Ripley Museum.
Sunday Dec. 11 - Ripley Heritage is hosting a Christmas Candlelight House Tour.
ALL NEW! Ripley River Village Christmas “Sing-Off” will be held on Sunday afternoon during Ripley River Village Christmas.
The “Sing-Off” is open to anyone regardless of age.
First Place - $100.00 join the FUN!
H’ville Christmas Service
We invite you to Hamersville’s Community Christmas Service on Sunday, December 11th at 7:00 p.m. in the Hamersville School Auditorium. The service is provided by Hamersville Church of Christ, Mt. Nebo UMC, and Bible Chapel UCC.
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Have a MERRY CHRISTMAS! Events and information is subject to change and availability.
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Support Your Community And Shop Locally! • Buy Local - Support yourself - Several studies have shown that when you buy from an independent, locally-owned business, rather than nationallyowned businesses, significantly more of your money is used to make purchases from other local businesses, service providers, and farms - continuing to strengthen the economic base of the community.
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Scenes from Georgetown Christmas Parade
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The Coalition for a Drug Free Brown County walked in the parade collecting stuffed animals, which will be given to law officers to comfort children at crime scenes.
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Students from Georgetown Exempted Village Schools put this beautiful “Sweet Things” float together expressing just how Sweet their school is.
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Children at this years Georgetown Christmas Parade especially enjoyed watching members of the Georgetown High School Marching Band.
Volunteers from the Georgetown Church of Christ, Michael and Erin Peters pose for a picture with their sons Justin, Daniel and Jacob.
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Shown is Georgetown’s Fire and EMS 1994 vehicle, a 105 foot ladder truck, the pride of its department.
This entry was from the Brown County Public Library which chose the theme, Norman Rockwell’s ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Troop Box Ministry entered this float in the parade. TBM has sent out over 4,000 packages to service men and women and operates with all volunteers.
Sports Thursday, December 8, 2016
High school girls hoop action heats up
More sports coverage begins on page 6
Lady G-Men top Ripley, fall to Lynchburg-Clay Georgetown girls stand at 3-2 record BY WADE LINVILLE THE NEWS DEMOCRAT
The Georgetown Lady G-Men stood at a 3-2 overall record after topping the Ripley-Union-LewisHuntington Lady Jays in 54-53 in overtime at Georgetown on Dec. 3, but then falling to a talented Lynchburg-Clay Lady Mustang squad on Monday, Dec. 5. After the first quarter ended 15-15, the Lady GMen outscored the Lady Jays 15-4 in the second quarter to hold a 30-19 lead at halftime.
The Lady Jays returned to outscore the Lady GMen 13-6 in the third quarter to cut the Georgetown lead to 36-32, and went on to outscore the Georgetown squad 139 in the fourth quarter to send the game into overtime. Ripley senior Kacy Gilkerson cruised down the court for a quick score to cut the Georgetown lead to 44-43 with just under 40 seconds to go in the fourth quarter. After a timeout, Ripley senior Kassey Arnett stole
an in-bounds pass, only to get wrapped up by Georgetown sophomore Amaya Lovell for a dual possession with the possession arrow in favor of the Lady G-Men. Then it was Ripley sophomore Carlee Daulton coming through with a steal in the full-court defense, leading to a field goal by Arnett that would tie the game at 45 apiece in the final seconds, sending the game into overtime. A hit free throw by Gilkerson put the Lady Jays on top 46-45 in the
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early minutes of overtime, but a three-pointer by Georgetown sophomore Kim Seigla put the Lady G-Men on top 48-46. With the G-Men clinging tight to a narrow lead, a bucket by Daulton trimmed the Georgetown lead to 49-48. Lovell came through with a score on transition to expand the Georgetown lead to 51-48, but the Lady Jays kept fighting. With one minute to go in overtime it was Daulton sinking a jump-shot to cut the Georgetown lead to 52-51. A steal and score by Georgetown sophomore
Kennedy Underwood would put the Lady GMen up 54-51 in the final seconds, and scoring would end with Gilkerson sinking a basket from close range just before the final buzzer sounded. Leading all scorers in the Dec. 3 non-league game at Georgetown was Kim Seigla with 23 points, sinking a total of six threepointers. Underwood finished with 10 points. Leading the Lady Jays in scoring was Gilkerson with 17 points, while Daulton finished with 14 points.
RULH 15 4 13 13 8 – 53 GHS 15 15 6 9 9 – 54 Ripley (53): Gilkerson 6 5-10 17, Daulton 5 3-7 14, Arnett 4 0-0 9, Kirk 3 0-0 6, Prater 1 4-6 7. Threepointers: Arnett 1, Prater 1, Daulton 1. Team: 19 1223 53. Georgetown (54): Kim Seigla 8 1-3 23, Underwood 4 2-4 10, Kassidy Seigla 2 0-1 6, H. Gregory 0 1-2 1, Carter 2 0-0 4, Lovell 2 2-4 6, Thomas 2 0-0 4. Threepointers: Kim Seigla 6, Kassidy Seigla 2. Team: 20 6-14 54.
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Georgetown’s Kennedy Underwood drives to the hoop while tightly guarded by Ripley’s Kacy Gilkerson goes up strong against Georgetown’s Kassidy Seigla durRipley’s Kassey Arnett in the Dec. 3 non-league contest at Georgetown. ing the Dec. 3 non-league contest at Georgetown.