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Ripley Police Department’s first “Night Out in the Park’ enjoyed by all BY Martha B. Jacob The Ripley Bee For the last 33 years, American communities have be holding ‘National Night Out Events’ to help bring neighborhoods together with the men and women who protect them. This year, the Village of Ripley Police Department joined in the tradition and held it’s own ‘Night Out at the Park,’ on Friday, August 12. Retiring Ripley Police Chief Harvey Bowman, along with Officer Josh Miller organized the event. “This event had a great turnout and the kids all had a blast with all the games and prizes we were able to offer through donations from businesses and individuals throughout the community,”
Chief Bowman said. “We had so much support in planning and making the event happen that it felt as though the community was just as excited as we were to make it happen.” He continued, “We greatly appreciate everything that was donated to the Ripley Police Department and are lucky to have businesses and individuals that care about our community as much as we do.” The Maysville Movie Theatre donated popcorn, oil and butter, Pepsi supplied the department with beverages for the kids. The Ripley Life Squad brought a popcorn machine to the event and also allowed the kids to go through the life squad vehicle and ask questions to the EMTs. The Aberdeen Dollar
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Police officer in Ripley along with members of the Ripley Life Squad enjoy a night out with the Ripley community children. Shown in the back row from the left is Max Vondruska, Ripley Life Squad, Ripley Police Chief Harvey Bowman, Ripley Patrolman Josh Miller, Ripley Patrolman Corey Herren, Ripley Police Corporal Joel Barnett and John Bingaman, Ripley Life Squad.
The Ohio Rural Heritage Festival is underway for 2016 BY Martha B. Jacob The Ripley Bee A big weekend is ahead at the Ohio Rural Heritage Festival. Saturday will be a busy day, beginning at 9 a.m. with registration for the Baby Show. The show will begin at 10 a.m. Children are asked to be natural and not to wear make-up or pageant dresses. Classes in the Baby Show for girls include: • 0 to 3 months • 3 to 6 months • 6 to 9 months • 9 to 12 months • 1-2 years • Little Miss- 3 to 5 years old The show for boys includes: • 0 to 3 months • 3 to 6 months • 6 to 9 months • 9 to 12 months • 1 to 2 years • Little Mister 3 to 5 years old Registration fees for all groups is $10. Signups for the Kids’ Talent Show will follow the baby show, beginning
at 11 a.m., with the show starting at noon. Acts will include children between 5 and 11 years old and children between 11 and 16 years old. Hundreds of little yellow ducks will be sold for $5 each and be entered into a duck race down the Ohio River. The race begins at 5 p.m. “The ducks will be dumped into the river at the Ripley Boat Club,” said Ronda Pendland, treasurer for the Ohio Rural Heritage Festival, sponsors of the duck race event. “People in boats will follow the ducks down the river until they arrive at the finish line just below the Main Stage. “This is something everyone, no matter their age, can participate in, and it’s so much fun. We encourage everyone to purchase a duck and take part in the event. No one knows who’s going to win.” Prizes for the winners of the event will be: • 1st duck to reach the finish line will receive
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$500 • 2nd duck to cross the finish line will receive $250 • LAST duck to cross the finish line will win $50 In its continuing efforts to raise funds for the Ohio Rural Heritage Festival Association, a raffle will be held at 9 p.m. on Saturday. Raffle tickets are currently being sold and will continue to be available for purchase right up to the
drawing. Tickets will be sold during the festival and may also be purchased at the Ripley Builders Supply. The first place in the drawing will win a new John Deere D110 riding lawn mower or $1000 cash. The second prize winner will take home a Winchester 18 Gun Safe, or $200, and the third prize is a John Deere Tricycle or $50.
General Store donated almost all the prizes that were given away throughout the event. “After the movie was shown JC’s Pizza donated water also brought in pizza’s for the kids,” Bowman said. “We also had several individuals that volunteered to run the games and make sure that everything went smoothly as we planned out or events. “Our department feels as though this was a veery successful event where we were able to connect with the community and especially our youth. We are already planning our event for next year and would love to see this annual event grow throughout the upcoming years. Thanks to everyone who brought their kids out to the event.”
RULH board meeting kicks off school year BY Martha B. Jacob The Ripley Bee The Ripley Union Lewis Huntington Board of Education met on Aug. 17, attended by all board members, Superintendent Dr. Linda Naylor, board treasurer Jeff Rowley, several employees and member of the public. Following opening remarks, the board entered into executive session to discuss employment and compensation of a public employee. After exiting the execu-
tive session Superintendent Naylor gave a brief report on the beginning of the year activities and meetings she had attended since Aug. 1, including county and regional meetings and conferences. “On Aug. 8,” Naylor said, “ the administrative staff had the opportunity to hear Mr. Jamie Voltmer, nationally known speaker and writer and a strong advocate for public schools. “On Aug. 15, our teach-
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Rick Eagan Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser BY Martha B. Jacob The Ripley Bee Tiffany (Eagan) Regenstein, the daughter of the late Rick Eagan, is hoping for a good turnout on Sept. 9 for a Quarter Raffle being held in her father’s honor. “This quarter raffle will be held at the Ripley Life Squad,” Regenstein said. “The doors will open at 6:15 and the raffle will begin at 7 p.m. Food and drinks will be available. “Proceeds from this event will be used for the Rick Eagan Scholarship fund which is already responsible for presenting eight scholarships to high school students.” In 2013 two scholarships were awarded, in 2014 one scholarship was award, in 2015 four more scholarships were awarded and one was awarded this year. Eagan was a Brown
County Commissioner at the time of his death in 2012. “Dad was always a very generous man and gave back to his community in so many ways,” Regenstein said. “this scholarship fund is a way for him to continue giving back. “We really want to continue this scholarship fund in dad’s name, which is only made possible because of the kind and generous donations from this community. “There is currently a beautiful plaque hanging in the hallway of the Ripley High School hallway near the office with Dad’s picture on it and the names of all the scholarship winners. “We want to invite everyone to come out Provided/The RIPLEY BEE Friday, Sept 9, to join in the fun. Anyone unable to A Quarter Raffle will be held on Friday, September 9 in attend can make a donation Ripley to raise funds for the Rick Eagan Scholarship at any 5/3 Bank location.” Fund, given out each year to a Ripley High School graduate.
Village of Ripley Administrator’s Report BY Pete Renshaw Ripley Administrator • Regarding the Town Wide Yard Sale. Council has set the dates for September 8, 9 and 10. • Utilities - The Ripley utility office asks that customers bring their bills with them when paying at the office, to ensure that the proper account is credited.
• Early Warning Siren at Red Oak Creek and South 2nd Street. This siren was reported as not operating properly, so an electrician was troubleshooting it in the late morning of Friday, August 26. That is why the siren sounded around 11:00. The siren is now 100% operational, and any resident noticing a problem with either siren should
immediately report it to the Village offices. • Downtown Trees. After discussing the trees with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Urban Forester, it has been decided that some trees will require trimming or pruning, which will occur sometime in October. • Scrap Tires. The Recycling Center will accept up to 10 scrap tires
on Saturday, October 8, from 9:00 to 2:00, at the Ripley Park on Third Street. • Water Line Flushing. Selected pipeline flushing is being done in an effort to reduce brown water. • Website. The Village is having an internet website built and it is a work in progress. It can be found at www.villageofripley.com.
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Obituaries Ashley D. Ring, 45
Ashley D. Ring, Sr. age 45 of Georgetown, Ohio died Thursday, August 25, 2016 at his residence. He was an employee of Walmart in Amelia, Ohio and a United S t a t e s Marine Gulf War veteran. He was born March 3, 1971 in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of David L. and Diane (Jenner) Ring of Mt. Washington, Ohio. He was preceded in death by one brother - Michael Ring. Ashley is survived by three children - Michael T. Ring of Dayton, Ohio, Kate of Maysville, Ring Kentucky and Ashley D. Ring II of Amelia, Ohio; his parents - David L. and Diane (Jenner) Ring of Mt. Washington, Ohio; three sisters - Molly Ring and fiance, Kevin Neal of Cincinnati, Ohio, Tashia Ring and husband Rob Schramm, Jr. of Cincinnati, Ohio and Sarah Ring of Mt. Washington, Ohio; uncles and aunts Charles L. Ring and wife Jill of Georgetown, Ohio, Kenneth Ring of Georgetown, Ohio, Michael Jenner and wife Paula of Conway, South Carolina and Darrell Jenner and wife Doneta of Marion, Ohio; one niece - Adia Schramm of Cincinnati, Ohio and numerous cousins, great aunts and great uncles including Marian Ring of Erlanger, Kentucky. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, September 3, 2016 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M. Saturday, September 3, 2016 at the funeral home.
Patricia "Pat" L. (nee Daugherty) Slagle, 77
Patricia "Pat" L. Slagle (nee Daugherty), loving wife of the late Lee Roy Slagle. Dear mother of Alicia (Antoinette Vodnik) Slagle and Charles Lee Roy (Bridgette) Slagle. Sister of Stephen C. (Julie Kline) Daugherty. Grandmother of Madison and Serenity. Aunt of Lucia White and Sequoia Daugherty. Great Aunt of Kourtnie, Xavier, Ayana, Asiya and Amara. Also survived by her beloved canine companion Sissy. Pat, a resident of Ripley, Ohio formerly of Hamersville, passed away August 23, 2016 at the age of 77. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 from 6:00 PM until time of Memorial Service at 7:00 PM at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home, 315 W. Plane Street, Bethel. Memorials may be made to the Animal Rescue Fund, 85 Lucy Run Road, Amelia, Ohio 45102. www.ecnurre.com
Racheal Michelle Sibert, 36
Racheal Michelle Sibert, age 36 of Mt. Orab, Ohio died Monday, August 22, 2016 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Racheal was born July 28, 1980 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of Kurt P. Eichenlaub and wife Melissa of Amelia, Ohio and Carissa Fowler and husband Rick of Mt. Orab, Ohio. She was preceded in death by one brother - Kyle Fowler in 2009; one sister Courtney Fowler in 2015 and paternal grandfather Raymond Eichenlaub. In addition to her parents, Ms. Sibert is survived two children - Alexander and Natalie Rabe both of Mt. Orab, Ohio; maternal grandparents - Floyd Sibert of Bethel, Ohio and Syvonne Taylor of Hamersville, Ohio; paternal grandmother - Marilyn Wilken of Amelia, Ohio;one brother Andrew Eichenlaub of Amelia, Ohio; two uncles Mike Sibert of Bethel, Ohio and Garth Eichenlaub of Amelia, Ohio and several cousins. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Monday, August 29, 2016 at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Tate Township Cemetery in Bethel,Ohio. If desired, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 504 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com
Colleen S. Hannah, 69
Colleen S. Hannah, 69, Felicity, Ohio passed away on August 22, 2016. She is survived by her Husband: Michael Hannah. 2 Children: Mike (Donna) Hannah and Missy (Joseph) Durham. 4 Grandchildren: Charles Hannah, Hunter Meade, Nicholas, Hannah and Danica Durham. Numerous Nieces, Nephews and many Friends. Member of the Clermont #135 Eastern Star and Brown County Master Gardner. Funeral Services were at the Felicity Christian Church, 847 St Rt 133, Felicity, Ohio 45120, on Friday, August 26, 2016. Visitation was on Thursday, August 25, 2016, with Eastern Star services. Arrangements by the Charles H. McIntyre Funeral Home, 323 Union St., Felicity, Ohio 45120 Burial was at the Felicity Cemetery, Felicity, Ohio. Memorials may be made to: Felicity Christian Church, PO Box 102, Felicity, Ohio 45120.
Labor Day Recycling Free Schedule crochet Adams Brown Recycling in Georgetown will be closed Monday September 5th for Labor Day. As part of ABCAP, Adams Brown Recycling provides community recycling services like curbside recycling, community drop-off boxes, and buy back of materials, which help to divert waste from the landfill, return money to individuals, and encourages environmental stewardship. Call 937-378-3431 for more information.
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Free knitting and crochet classes will be offered at The Rambler Center in Russellville beginning Friday, September 9th from 10:00 A.M. - 12:00 noon. Classes will continue weekly through Memorial Day of 2017. For information or to reserve a spot in the classes and for a list of supplies needed call Mary Kelch at (513) 734-2511 or 513-5433137.
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Gladys Warner, 90
Gladys Warner, age 90 of Georgetown, Ohio died Sunday, August 28, 2016 at t h e Georgetown Villa Nursing a n d Rehabilat i o n Center in Georget o w n , Ohio. She was a retired fiscal officer for Brown County Child Support and a member of the Georgetown Presbyterian Church. Gladys was born April 29, 1926 in Cincinnati, Ohio the daughter of the late Benjamin and Rhoda (Burns) Rich. Mrs. Warner is survived by her husband of nearly 68 years, Robert Warner whom she married September 17, 1948; three children - Mark Warner and wife Danielle of Georgetown, Ohio, Jill Franck and husband Dennis of Springfield, Missouri and Thomas Warner and wife Kathy of Georgetown, Ohio; five grandchildren - Jane Ann Warner of Felicity, Ohio, Josette and Nicole Warner both of Georgetown, Ohio, Timothy Franck and wife Mandi of Springfield, Missouri and Jessica Graham and husband Isaac of Glendora, California; six great grandchildren Shaelee and Shelby Franck, Gabriel, Lyric and Tennyson Graham and Brenleigh Slater and one brother - Dennis Rich and wife Georgia of Winchester, Ohio. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, September 1, 2016 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Dennis Franck will officiate. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. -8:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com
Helen B. Hensley, 69
Helen B. Hensley, 69 of Ripley, Ohio, died Sunday, August 21, 2016 at Hospice Care Center at Kenton Pointe in Maysville, Kentucky. She was a homemaker and a corrections officer at the Brown County Sheriff’s Office for ten years. Ms. Hensley was born October 31, 1946, the daughter of the late James Robert and Ethel Mae (Kennard) Schroth. She was also preceded in death by one son – Jimmy Hensley. Ms. Hensley is survived by one son – Chris Hensley and wife Anna of Columbus, Georgia; six grandchildren – Lauren, Chance, Ava, Brooke, Nick and Emma Hensley. Following cremation, there will be no services. Cahall Funeral Home in Ripley, Ohio is serving the family. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com
Ripley Bee Anna Mae Huber, 83
Anna Mae Huber, age 83 of Fayetteville, Ohio died W e d . , August 24, 2016 at the Hospice of Cincinnati East in Anderson Township, Ohio. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star of Ohio Goshen Chapter 382, Scanlon-Kelly VFW Post #5920 Ladies Auxiliary and the Ladies Altar Society at St. Angela Merici Parish. Anna was born July 7, 1933 in Goshen, Ohio the daughter of the late Lantie (Catherine Bray) Wilson and Nannie Elizabeth (Kirby)Wilson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Harry W. Huber in 2009; four brothers Gilbert, Earl, Alva Eugene and Franklin Samuel Huber and two sisters Dorothy Eckert and Ruby Ellen Wilson. Mrs. Huber is survived by four daughters Linda M. Stegbauer and husband Timothy of Lynchburg, Ohio, Tina Y. Whitacre and husband Randy and Dianna J. Pope all of Fayetteville, Ohio and Lantie S. Jack and husband Mike of Walnut Springs, Texas; two sons Michael W. Huber and wife Denise of Glen Rose, Texas and H. Christopher Huber and wife Connie of Blanchester, Ohio; one brother Lantie Wilson, Jr. of Goshen, Ohio; two sisters Nannette Huff and husband Jim of Miamisburg, Ohio and Opal Cahall of Feesburg, Ohio; fourteen grandchildren; six great grandchildren; four step grandchildren; five step great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 27, 2016 at the St. Angela Merici Parish in Fayetteville, Ohio. Rev. Hank Albietz will be the celebrant. Visitation was on Friday, August 26, 2016 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio. Interment was in the St. Patrick Cemetery in Fayetteville, Ohio. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Cincinnati, Inc. P.O. Box 633597,Cincinnati, Ohio 45263-3597. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com
• The Eagle Creek Bridge on SR 763 is to be closed to traffic and be replaced by a new 234 foot long three-span bridge. It is the longest covered bridge in Ohio, 172 feet. • The 145th annual Brown County Fair will open Monday, Sept. 23 and will continue through Sept. 28. • Royalty crowned at the Brown County Fair on Monday night were King Brady Freeman, of Georgetown, the son of Nickie Freeman. Brady is a member of the Red Oak Ranchers 4-H Club and a freshman at Southern State Community College. Queen Katy Neal, of Hamersville, is the daughter of Bill and Chris Neal. She is a member of the Hamersville 4-H Club
and is a senior at Western Brown High School. • On September 28, the introduction of the new area code for Southwest Ohio takes place. Our area code will change from 513 to 937. • There are a few spaces left for a bus load leaving from the Baird House Bed and Breakfast to and from Cincinnati for a three night cruise on the American Queen. Date of departure is July 11, 12, 13, 1997. The Sammy Kaye Orchestra and the Ink Spots will be on board all three nights. • Mark and Karen Heller, of Maysville, Ky., are announcing the birth of twin daughters who made their advents August 31.
‘Real Outdoor Women’ fishing program offered
On Thursday, September 15, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts of Brown, Adams and Highland counties are excited to present the fourth event in the “Tri-County Real Outdoor Women” series. The “Introduction to Fishing” program will take place at Woodland Altars Campground in Adams County. The evening starts at 5:30 p.m. with a light meal, followed by instruction, and we will end at approximately 8:00 p.m. The evening will provide the opportunity for participants to not-only try standard spin cast fishing, but we will also try fly fishing. This is a wonderful opportu-
nity to learn a new skill from experienced ODNRDivision of Wildlife personnel. Pre-registration is required and a fee of $15.00 provides participants with a light meal and materials used during the event. You may download the brochure at our website, www.brownswcd.org or call the Brown County SWCD office at 937-378-4424, ext. 125 for details. Please register by the close of business on September 9th. Many partners are working together to make the R.O.W. program a reality. Many thanks to the ODNR – Division of Wildlife and Pheasants/Quail Forever for their support.
The Friends of the Russellville Library will be holding their annual Book & Bargain Sale on Saturday, September 17, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm behind the library. Come browse hundreds of books, videos, books on cassette, and children’s books! Sales are by donation, and the proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library. The Friends use the funds to purchase new books for the The Western Brown Russellville Library, support Class of 1976 is planning a the Summer Reading 40th class reunion on September 24th at the Pike Township Community Building between 4:00 & 10:00 pm. The community building is located at 12700 State Adams County Regional Route 774 in Bethel. Medical Center (ACRMC) Admission is $10.00 per recently began a partnership person and $15.00 per couwith Stratus Video to provide ple. Please email language interpretation 24 wbclass1976@gmail.com hours a day. Stratus Video connects to confirm your attendance. patients at ACRMC with a medically qualified interpreter in more than 200 languages over video call on iPads. Anyone who struggles to speak and understand English will be able to confriends and re-connecting nect with their medical with established friends on providers easily through the Stratus Video system. this service project.” Through its state-of-theGloves, masks, and all materials will be provided, art technology, Stratus thanks to Kibler Lumber, empowers the staff at sponsor of the event. ACRMC to touch an iPad Businesses and employee- and – within 30 seconds – sponsored organizations provide non English speaklooking for a community ing patients direct eye conservice project are welcome tact with someone who to participate as a group. There is plenty of room for everyone. Refreshments will also be provided. For more information and to sign up (to accurately plan for food and drink), please call 513-875-3344 ext. 117 or sign up on line at www.chatfield.edu/events.
Program, and offer reward programs for kids and adult patrons throughout the year. The Library will be accepting donations of books and gently used household items (no clothing, please) through Friday, September 16. In case of rain, the sale will be postponed until Saturday, September 24. For more information, or to find out how you can join the Friends of the Russellville Library, please call 937-3772700.
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Chatfield community service project planned Chatfield College in St. Martin, Ohio is inviting all Chatfield students, alumni, faculty, friends and neighbors to join the college on Saturday, September 10 from 9 a.m. to Noon for a community service frolic and work session to paint the guardrail on the main drive. “This is a chance for the community to join us for fun and fellowship while helping to beautify Chatfield’s scenic, 170year-old grounds,” said Dawn Hundley, Chatfield’s St. Martin Associate Site Director. “We are looking forward to meeting new
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Calendar THURSDAY, SEPT. 1
Sardinia American Legion Bingo will take place every Thursday, including Aug. 25, beginning with early bird at 7:15 p.m. and regular bingo at 7:30 p.m. For more information please call (937) 442-4704. The Sardinia American Legion is located at 106 College Avenue next to the old car wash.
County Historical Brown Society will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 25 for its regular meeting at the Aberdeen Park. The Liberty Band will entertain, and following the concert the group will enjoy hand-cranked ice cream, cakes, cookies and other baked goods.
Free Writer’s Group will meet each Thursday, including Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. at the Brown County Public Library in Mt. Orab. This is a non-profit free group. For more details contact Lawrence Parlier at (513) 4274211, Lisa Brandstetter Holt at (513) 659-8567 or the library at (937) 444-1414.
GriefShare Program will be offered to the local community by the Sardinia Church of Christ each Thursday evening, including Thursday, Aug. 25, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the church, 7130 Bachman Road in Sardinia. For more information or to register please call (937) 446-2594. This program is free to the public. Miracle AlRipley’s Anon/Alateen Group Meetings will be held every Thursday, including Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. at the Beebe Chapel, 438 Main Street in Ripley.
Mt. Orab Library Book Sale will be held on Thursday, Aug. 1 through Saturday, Aug. 27. For more information please contact the Mt. Orab Library at (937) 444-1414.
will Alcoholics Anonymous meet 8 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 220 S. High St., Mt. Orab. FRIDAY, SEPT. 2
Food Pantry in Agape Marathon, will be open from 1 to 3 p.m. every last Friday of the month, including Friday, Aug. 26, at the New Faith United Methodist Church at Marathon Edenton Road. For more information please contact Richard Brown at (513) 313-8159 or (513) 602-1241.
County Health Brown Department will meet for a special board meeting at 5 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 26 at 4881 St. Rt. 125 in Georgetown. This meeting is open to the public and the board will be opening two sealed bids for two of the HSTS Grant projects. For more information please call (937) 378-6892.
Celebrate Recovery will meet every Friday beginning at 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. including Friday, Aug. 26, at the Crosspoint Wesleyan Church, 300 West Main Street in Mt. Orab, in the fellowship room. This is a Christcentered recovery program that will allow discussions on life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. For more information call (937) 4443370. SATURDAY, SEPT. 3
Mt. Orab UMC Food Pantry will operate weekly for those who qualify and live in the Western Brown School District, open on Saturday, Aug. 27. The food pantry will be open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Donations are accepted during food pantry hours or by calling (937) 4441046 to arrange a time. Sardinia Historical Society will sponsor a special tour to the National Underground Railroad Museum in Maysville, KY on Saturday, Aug. 27. For more information please call Mary at (937) 446-2465. “Crazy Critter Cabaret Dinner and Silent Auction” sponsored by the Brown County Humane Society will be held on Saturday, Aug. 27 at the Eagles Hall in Georgetown. This event will include great food, raffles, dancing and more featuring the Ron Fletcher and Southern Edge Band. For details call (513) 7208985. SUNDAY, SEPT. 4
MONDAY, SEPT. 5
Fitness Activities at Sardinia Church of Christ will take place every Monday evening, including Monday, Aug. 29 which includes pilates at 6:30 p.m. and Yoga at 7 p.m. The cost is only $2 per person per session. Please bring your own mat if you have one. Be good to yourself, you’ll be glad you did. The church is located at 7130 Bachman Road.
TOPS Chapter in Mt. Orab meets at 5:30 p.m. on Mondays including Monday Aug. 29 at Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd. in Mt. Orab. Further information is available by calling Nancy at (937) 444-3437.
Theater Players Gaslight Auditions for Christmas Play are set to begin on Monday, Aug. 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Southern Hills
Career and Technical Center on Hamer Road in Georgetown. A second date for auditions will be Saturday, Sept. 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gaslight Theater. Mt. Orab Lions Club meets the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at the Mt. Orab Church of Christ, 400 Smith Avenue in Mt. Orab at 6:30 p.m. The next meeting will be held on Monday, Sept. 12, and Monday, Sept. 26. This event includes a meal, for more information please contact Bob Richmond at (937) 4444791. TOPS Chapter in Sardinia will meet on Mondays including Monday, Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Sardinia Church of the Nazarene on Sardinia-Mowrystown Road. Further information is available by calling Regina Davidson at (937) 446-3714. TUESDAY, SEPT. 6
Al-Anon Family Group Sessions will be held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Mt. Orab Methodist Church on Church Street, off N. High Street. This group can provide support and information to families and individuals who know someone who suffers from substance abuse. For more information call Jennifer at (513) 910-6263. WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 7
Yoga Classes will be offered on Wednesdays, including Wednesday, Aug. 31 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m at the Hospice Center located on Hughes Blvd in Mt. Orab. For more information on this class please contact Jane Amiot at (513) 535-7507.
Fitness Activities at Sardinia Church of Christ will take place every Wednesday, including Wednesday, Aug. 31, which include Zumba at 6:30 p.m. and Yoga at 7 p.m. The cost is only $2 per person per session. Please bring your own mat if you have one. The church is located at 7130 Bachman Road. TOPS Chapter in Winchester meets at 10 a.m. every Wednesday, including Wednesday, Aug. 31, at Winchester Church of Christ, 1540 Tri-County Road in Winchester. For more information please contact Ruth at (937) 444-4209. ONGOING EVENTS
Happen Group, Miracles (Narcotics Anonymous) meets at 7 p.m. every Sunday at the Brown County Community Board of ADAMHS, 85 Banting Drive (around the back), in Georgetown. For more information on this group please call 800587-4232.
Walk for Health, Walk for Fun, this in an ongoing free event to take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, at 5:15 p.m. at the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited to join us for this free event sponsored by Sue and Jim Wylie, Ideal Nutrition. Narcotics Anonymous meets every Friday at 7 p.m. at the Faith in God Fellowship Church, 7736 US Rt. 62 in Russellville. For more information please call Joe Rose at (937) 798-0329.
Helping Hands Please come shop with us any Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 9 a.m. until noon at 668 Camp Run Road in Georgetown.
Senior Bingo will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. each Monday at the Georgetown Nutrition Center. Please bring a $1 wrapped gift. A nutritional meal will be offered.
HIV/Hepatitis C Testing is offered free by the Brown County Health Department by appointment only. The HIV test results are available within 15 minutes. To schedule an appointment call (937) 378-6892.
Celebrate Recovery will meet every Friday at Crosspoint Wesleyan Church, 300 W. Main Street in Mt. Orab. The meetings will begin at 7:40 and go to about 8:30. This is a Christ-centered recovery program that will allow discussions on life’s hurts, hangups and habits. For more information call (937) 444-3370.
Chair Volleyball is held every Friday at 3 p.m. at the Lake Waynoka Health and Recreation Gym. Contact Dana at (937) 4461778 for more information or to register. Free to all Waynoka Property Owners Association members, $5 per session for guests.
Tuesday Community Bingo will be held every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Community Building in Country Place Apartments, located across from the Country Inn in Georgetown. Please bring a $1 gift and join in the fun. This is a free event. For more information contact Joy Gelter at (937) 4834614.
County Adams/Brown Alzheimer/s/Dementia Family Care giver Support Group will meet on the second Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Adams County Regional Medical Center in the second floor conference room. For more information (937) 386-3590. Adams-Brown Home Energy
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Program available, anyone wishing to obtain further information or to schedule an appointment to discuss obtaining EHEAP services may contact the Adams Brown Community Action Program Office in Georgetown at (937) 378-6041 or 1-800-553-7393, Ext. 253 or 254. Walk-in hours are 8-11 a.m. daily at the ABCAP Office at 406 W. Plum St., Georgetown, and outreach is available for the very elderly or disabled.
‘We Can Help’ Food Bank at the corner of Decatur-Eckmansville Road and State Route 125 is open 11 a.m to 4 p.m. Fridays and is sponsored by private donations. Donations should be made when the Food Bank is not open, and all donations are appreciated.
The Brown County Senior Citizens Council, located at 505 N. Main Street in Georgetown offers transportation for medical appointments, shopping area, nutrition sites and other service providers. It also offers homemaker assistance, Respite Care, Passport which offers alternatives to nursing home placement and care giver support. To contact a representative, call (937) 3786603 or toll free at (877) 2598598. UPCOMING EVENTS
Ohio Rural Heritage Festival will begin at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 1 and run through Sept. 2, in Ripley.
Ripley DAR Collecting for Operation Christmas Child, and donations and gift items will be collected during the upcoming Ripley Rural Heritage Festival, Sept. 1-3 in Ripley. A collection box is be placed at the Citizen’s Deposit Bank. Each box costs $7 to ship so cas donations will also be accepted.
Southern Ohio Council of Governments (SOCOG) will meet for a board meeting at 10 a.m. on the first Thursday of each month including Thursday, Sept. 1, in room A of the Ross County Service Center, 475 Western Avenue in Chillicothe. For more information please call (740) 775-5030, ext. 103.
Harmony Star Spaghetti Dinner will be held on the first Friday of each month including Friday, Sept. 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. at 110 S. High Street in Mt. Orab. For details please call (937) 5159815.
“Anchored in Hope” Support Group for families affected by addiction will meet every first Monday of each month including Monday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. at The Bridge, 15212 Bachman Road, Mt. Orab. For more information please contact Missy Tulley at (513) 236-3791.
Power Over Parkinson’s Support Group meets the first Tuesday of each month, including Tuesday, Sept. 6, at 4 p.m. at the Villa Georgetown Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 8065 Dr. Faul Road in Georgetown. For more information please call (937) 378-4178. Knights of Columbus, FR. Sourd Council 2423, Fayetteville, will meet each first
Wednesday of the month including Wednesday, Sept. 7, at the K of C Hall in Fayetteville. For more information please contact Denny Kiley at (513) 543-5680.
Scanlon-Kelly VFW Post 5920 will meet each first Wednesday of the month including Wednesday, Sept. 7, at the Fayetteville Township Hall at 7 p.m. For more information please contact Joe Huber at (513) 875-3343.
SOLACE ( Surviving Our Loss and Continuing Everyday) will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. on every second Thursday of the month, including Thursday, Sept. 8. The meeting location is at 85 Banting Drive in Georgetown. For more information please contact Debbie Otten at (937) 444-6127. Georgetown Village Council will meet at 7 p.m. in the council chambers on Thursday, Sept. 8 and the meeting is open to the public.
as Parents Grandparents Support Group will meet every second Thursday, including Thursday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. at the Pregnancy Resource Center, 852 Mt. Orab Pike in Georgetown. This support group is for grandparents who have custody of a relative’s children. All are welcome. For more information call Julie Steddom at (937) 392-3057 or Tamma Plymesser at (937) 378-6853. Rick Eagan Quarter Raffle will be held on Friday, Sept. 9, 2016 at the Ripley Life Squad Building beginning at 6:15. Proceeds will go towards the Rick Eagan Memorial Scholarship. For more information please call Tiffany at (937) 515-0097.
Homecoming Dress Swap is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 10 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Mt. Orab Library. For more information on this event please call the library at (937) 444-1414 or visit w w w. b r o w n c o u n t y p u b l i c l i brary.org. George A. Lambert American Legion Auxiliary’s Euchre Party will be held the 2nd Saturday of each month including Saturday, Sept.10, starting at 6 p.m. Please come out and join the fun.
Diabetes Support Group to meet on the second Monday of each month including, Sept. 12, at the Georgetown Church of Christ. We welcome everyone. For more information please contact the Brown County Health Department at (937) 378-6892.
Brown County Beekeepers will meet the second Tuesday of each month including Tuesday, Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. For more information please call (937) 618-1332.
Wilson Sroufe VFW Post 9772, Mt. Orab and Ladies Auxiliary will meet each second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. including Wednesday, Sept. 14, at the Pike Township building on SR 774. Newly elected commander Butch Davis welcomes prospective Veterans who wish to join the ranks of the V.F.W. For more information contact Bill Cornetet at (937) 618-0325. Brown County Chamber of
Ohio Valley Manor news
The residents of the Ohio Valley Manor spent time with family and friends the week of August 15th through 22nd, 2016. Alice Himes enjoyed seeing Gary Palmer, Dawn Grippa, Doug and Denise Palmer. Denise Palmer also stopped in to see resident Ada Daulton. Jessie Sanders and Nellie Gray's company included Patricia (Carter) Creamer, Hallie Benjamine and Jane Stansberry. Jeanette Carrington was visited by Dwight and Paulette Carrington, Marilyn Cluxton, Virval Hall, Jr., Martha, Bobby and Jane Polley. Herb Polley was pleased to see family and friends including Jane, Jr., Martha and Bobby Polley and Rhonda DeFosse.
Valerie Shelton enjoyed the company of her brother and his girlfriend, Val Lewis and Sharron Richmond and her daughter and grand daughter, Vicki and Sydney Carrington. Dawn Grippa's visitors included Alice Himes, Bob and Michelle Hults, Judy Workman, Doug and Denise Palmer and Gary Palmer. Brenna Bealer, Davi Pritchett, Shirley Washington. Donnie and Diana Thompson came to see resident Mary Pharris. In addition to visiting the residents listed above we also stopped in to see: Judy Burson, Bonnie Roush, Kathryn Tong, Helen Henize, Roy Copple, Helen Kerr, Jane List and Betty Flaugher. Have a great week!
Gray Reunion held
The descendants of the late George W. and Florence Kennedy Gray met at the home of Alan and Carolyn Corbin on July 30 to hold the annual Gray Reunion. The following were in attendance: Lee Gray of Hamersville, Greg and Patty Gray, Andy, Amy, Blake and All Tolle of Georgetown, Mindy, Ava and Luke Czarnecki of Milford, Zac, Makena and Kennedy Corbin of Ripley, Chris, Sarah, Claire and Jack Pennington of Norwood, Phil and Priscilla Corbin of New Richmond, David and Sandi Dean of Mt. Carmel,
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Commerce will meet at 8 a.m. prompt on Thursday, Sept. 15 at the Brown County Board of Developmental Disabilities, for its monthly meeting.
Free Health Screenings on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. George Parish in Georgetown, sponsored by TriHealth for men and women in Georgetown. Call the Brown County Health Department at (937) 378-3886.
Hospice of Hope’s Men’s Grief Support Group will meet each third Monday of the month including Monday, Sept. 19, between 4 and 5:30 p.m. at Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd. in Mt. Orab. This meeting is specifically for men who have lost their spouse. It is peer led by a trained Hospice of Hope volunteer, a place for men to find support and share helpful coping techniques. For details contact Melissa at (937) 444-4900 or toll free at (800) 928-4243. RCAP (Russellville Community Action Planners Meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 19, at the Arts council room, and everyone is invited to take part.
Catholic Charities “Food for All” Food Pantry will be open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every third Wednesday of the month including Wednesday, Sept. 21 at the Centenary United Methodist Church, 110 N. 2nd Street in Ripley. For more information please contact Ruth Allen at (937) 392-1335.
Brown County Soil and Water Conservation District will meet in regular session at 7 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each month including Wed. Sept. 21 at the Brown County SWCD office located at 706 South Main Street in Georgetown. For details please call (937) 378-4424.
Lake Waynoka Lake Committee meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month including Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 4:30 p.m. at the Marina. Contact Prescilla Reddick (937) 446-9385 for details
The Lake Waynoka Civic Club will meet each 4th Tuesday of the month including Tuesday, Sept. 27, at the Waynoka Lodge. Please contact Tony Tatman at (937) 446-9575 for more information.
Anyone involved with a governing body, an organization, or a regularly-scheduled activity that has a meeting date and/or time or location change should contact The News Democrat two weeks in advance, if possible, about that change(s) so the correct date and/or time and location may be listed in the Weekly Calendar. Also, anyone who would like an activity listed in The News Democrat's Weekly Calendar that currently is not listed should call the newspaper office during regular hours at (937) 444-3441.
Birthdays
Thursday, Sept. 1 - Gina Huff, Suzanne Nichole Dragoo, Mahayla Renee Dragoo, Lawanda Grant (in memory), Chad Whitt, Lois Dragoo (in memory) Friday, Sept. 2 - Tom Frebis, Sarah Stivers, Quentin Lucas, Brittany Darnall Saturday, Sept. 3 - Joseph Laughrey, Andy Lewis, Heidi Evans Sunday, Sept. 4 - Robin M. Wilson, Doug Stilian, Alaiah Grant Monday, Sept. 5 Jaelynn Thatcher, Sophia Titus, Jason Lucas, Kyler Combs Tuesday, Sept. 6 - Trent Gerard Wednesday, Sept. 7 - Joe Huff, Jr., Cutter Mangiafico, Shalon Pillow
Anniversaries
Friday, Sept. 2 - Mark and Jeannie Mussinan Sunday, Sept. 4 - Joe and Glenda Huff Monday, Sept. 5 - Harold Paul and Diana Cahill of and Anna Pryor, Richard Erlanger, KY, Todd and and Roberta Platt, John and Darla Cahill of Hebron, Monique Gnanartnam KY, Elaine Weigel, Katie, Cain and Bobby Weigel, Dawn, Chelsea, Courtney, Jerod Kaylor, Mitchell, Thursday, Sept. 1 - Ohio Jocelyn, Arianna and Rural Heritage Festival, Lincoln Corbin, Jennifer, Ripley Heritage, Inc. Jozi, Jordyn, Mady and Friday, Sept. 2 - Ohio Mya Lucas and Austin of Rural Heritage Festival Williamsburg, Cathy Gill Saturday, Sept. 3 - Ohio of Centerville, Neil and Rural Heritage Festival Colleen Shoemaker of Sunday, Sept. 4 - Ripley Cherry Fork, Patrick Life Squad Abbott of Minturno, Italy, Monday, Sept. 5 - Labor Jim and Carol Abbott of Day Winchester, and the hosts Tuesday, Sept. 6 Alan and Carolyn Corbin. American Legion Post # For health reasons, the 367, American Legion Harold Manning family Auxiliary # 367, Ripley were not able to attend. Women’s Club
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4 Thursday, September 1, 2016
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I learned a lot from Rusty THEIR STORY
mom momentarily took my During the years when I mind off of Rusty just as her was growing up on the farm it was very rare that a farmer driving took your mind off of all other things.) Back didn’t possess a dog. Also then the first day was only a rare was a farmer’s dog was half-day so when school let purebred or registered. The out at noon I found Mom title “Heinz dog” moniker and we headed for home, was given more times than talking about the first day of not, Heinz standing for the school on the drive home. canned product that conWhen we turned down our tained 57 varieties. Sure driveway I heard Mom say there was a collie or a ”Oh my goodness!” German Shepard here and I asked her what was there, but mostly just border collies. I guess that was why wrong and she pointed to the side yard by the back steps. I I was kind of proud that we couldn’t believe my were given a rust eyes as there lying colored mostly in the grass was Cocker Spaniel Rusty. He wasn’t shortly after the moving but before loss of my very the car came to a first dog Spot. I complete stop, I was approximately was out and at nine years old and I Rusty's side. I named this dog called his name but Rusty. (I was very he didn’t move and creative with names.) Rick Houser barely looked like he was breathing. A farmer’s dog The Good By this time Mom almost always had Old Days was there to look a purpose, anythe situation over. where from protecShe told me to go get his tion to rounding up the catdish from the back door and tle. In the case of Rusty, his she headed to the garden greatest talent was catching moles. We had large and old hose to fill the dish. As she was hurrying she told me to pine trees in our front yard look in the house and see if I and they attracted moles by could get something soft that the dozens. When moles get he might be able to chew. In in your yard the ridges they cause, which are called mole the kitchen I looked around and on the running board of runs, were everywhere. the sink was my half eaten When Rusty would see the bowl of oatmeal that I really runs, he would settle down hadn’t wanted. I grabbed it and watch intensely and if and ran to Rusty's side. He the earth moved a fraction still wasn’t moving and I on a run he would pounce asked Mom if he was now on it and dig swiftly. Many dead. She said he was dehytimes he would remove a drated as he hadn’t had a mole and dispose of him. thing to drink since that This was greatly enjoyed by Saturday evening and it was my Dad and he would say a miracle he was alive, much that Rusty was earning his less able to drag himself keep. But as many times as back home. he would catch one, he also I scooped a bunch of oatwould miss and just leave a meal on to my finger and put deeper hole in the yard. It it to his mouth, but still no wasn’t long before the front movement. Just as I was yard was a danger to walk about to give up, I saw his across as a person could nose sniff and his tongue break an ankle in one of his appear and lick my finger. holes. I guess this was the After a few more bites, price you paid for a good Rusty opened his eyes and mole-catcher. moved a little. Again I was When not digging up the crying, but this time for joy. front yard, Rusty was at my It was just like an episode side as I traveled around the from the show “Lassie”, farm or the neighborhood. except this time it was Rusty He and I became close and were almost always together. coming home. Dad called Doc Rudd, the The next two years things on our farm ran very smooth for vet for our neighborhood, and he looked at the dog and Rusty and I other than the front yard looking like it had pronounced that his back right hip was broken and in been dug up to put a new highway through, but all this a place where he couldn’t splint or brace it. He said it was to end suddenly. would heal but Rusty would One Sunday morning as I always walk with a limp. I was entering the kitchen for figured Rusty would be glad breakfast I overheard Ben to limp as he was still alive. talking with Dad about During his recovery periRusty. Since Ben was talking in a low voice, I stopped od he had limped over to the barn and found a spot in the so I could hear more clearly hay where he wouldn’t be what Ben was saying. He said the evening before as he bothered. Our neighbors had a big dog named Major, part was headed to Moscow for collie and part shepherd. his big Saturday night he While Rusty lay in the barn, found Rusty lying on the Major would get scraps and edge of the road where he take them to him to eat. A had been run over by a car year later Major got a back and was dead. This was paw caught in a trap and lost close to two miles from our his foot. He went to our barn house so he said he drug to recover in about the same Rusty to the ditch so he place Rusty did and Rusty couldn’t be hit by any more brought Major scraps to eat. cars. With this news I burst I have always been into the kitchen, crying my amazed and impressed by hardest and screaming that that to this day. After they Ben was wrong. It wasn’t healed, they ran together all Rusty. He took a long deep the time and even though breath and said, “I don’t both limped, they enjoyed want it to be but it was the balance of their lives. It Rusty. I’m certain.” I was just showed me what a real devastated and the scene friend would do for a real must have been bad as my parents thought about letting friend. I enjoyed having Rusty, but in the end he me stay home from church but in the end it was decided taught me much, but more importantly, not eating my I should go to church in oatmeal played a huge part honor of Rusty. I went and in saving his life. A wise that did seem to help the move on my part to not eat feeling of losing a constant it. companion. Rick Houser grew up on a I moped around Monday farm near Moscow in and Tuesday was the first Clermont County and loves day of school. On Tuesday to share stories about his morning I got ready and youth and other topics. since Mom taught at He may be reached at Moscow I rode to school houser734@yahoo.com. with her. (The ride with
We’ve all had one of those days
THEIR VIEW We’ve heard it all before. “We aren’t guaranteed tomorrow, so live for today. There are only 1,440 minutes in a day, so make them all count. Never take a minute for granted. YOLO.” (For you old people like me, that means You Only Live Once in text language.) Wow. That’s a good way to lay on a guilt trip when we feel we don’t measure up. While I agree with all of that, and I do challenge myself to make each day a good one, we’ve got to face the reality that not all days are good. In fact, like Alexander said, some are just terrible, horrible, no-good, very bad days. Sometimes we just can’t wait to get through it and go to bed so everyone will just leave us alone. Those are days we wish Calgon really would take us away. Yes, our kids are growing quickly and we need to cherish every moment, but sometimes the y are just well, unpleasant. I’m pretty sure there’s a reason God made children so cute. And I’m pretty sure it’s because He knew we’d have those days when we feel sick but get out of bed anyway, because even when we are sick, kids still want to eat. Every. Single. Day. Three times. And He knew that inevitably, that would also be the day the basement floods, the dog escapes the fence and the kids ‘accident ally’ lose a frog in the house. But they look up at you with those cute little eyes with faces and hands covered in dirt and say, “I love you, Mom” and you decide you’ll keep them after all. Sometimes I just want to punch a hole through the posters that tell me I should be cherishing every moment because you know what? They aren’t all easy to live through. It’s hard to cherish the days when we get bad news, o r aren’t sure how we will get the bills paid, or our heart gets broken, or our dreams get shattered. It’s hard to cherish the moment when the company you’ve devoted your life to for years lays you off, or you live in chronic pain, or your insurance decided not to pay. While we are glad we only have to live through some of it once, I do believe those really tough times are also extremely valuable. They are usua lly the most teachable moments because they show us what our true character looks like. Did we crumble under the pressure? Did we take it out on people
be enough. Give your best what? We can still choose around us? Or did we walk to spend our finite minutes through the fire with dignity anyway. For you see, in the forgiving, being kind, being and grace? Those really dif- end, it is between you and God. It was never honest, doing good, and givficult times between you and ing our best. If we can do teach us things them anyway.” all of that in the midst of the about ourselves What a great ugliness life throws at us, we never knew way to view days we can eventually find our before. like that! Just happiness again. That is Sometimes we because life and where true character shows don’t know our society in general up. own strength is sometimes rotAnd the children around until we have ten, we don’t have us have their eyes on us all no choice but to to be. We can’t the time. They watch us to let strength always control see how we handle difficult show up. what happens, but situations follow our When we Denae Jones we can control ou r lead. If weand were on video have ‘one o f Contributing reaction to it. No, during one of our those days’, it’s Columnist we won’t be smil‘moments’ (and these days, easy to go to ing through every we probably are) what bed feeling minute of our would we look like? Is it a guilty that we lives, but what that irritating video we would be ashamed didn’t do something more poster is trying to instill in to watch? Or would it be with the day we had been us is that those minutes are one of those awesome given. We might end our day feeling defeated. Again. also not infinite. It is imper- videos with a great example ative that we do not take of what an overcomer looks We didn’t celebrate the them for granted. Even the like? moments of our lives. But crummy ones leave us with Don’t lash out and comreality is that we don’t live a little bit of wisdom, empa- plain to anyone who will lisin a coffee commercial. ten. Don’t slam others on However, it makes me think thy, or discernment that we didn’t have before. We are social media. Wa lk with of the quote that stemmed in this moment. Right now. dignity and show that poster from the Paradoxical who’s boss. Have a blessed Commandments by Kent M. The rest aren’t guarante ed. Bad days will happen and week! Keith. It is said that Mother they might be awful. So Teresa had it hangi ng in the children’s home in Calcutta, and over the years she got YOUR LEGISLATORS credit for saying it. Anyway, it goes something like this: “People are often U.S. Representative U.S. Senators unreasonable and self-cenDr. Brad Wenstrup (R) Rob Portman (R) tered. Forgive them anyway. (202) 225-3164, (202) 224-3353 If you are kind, people may or by email at Sherrod Brown (D) accuse you of ulterior wenstrup.house.gov. (202)224-2315 State Representative motives. Be kind anyway. If Doug Green (R) Governor you are honest, people may (614) 644-6034 John Kasich (R) cheat you. Be honest anyor by email at 77 S. High St. way. If you find happiness, rep66@OhioHouse.gov 30th Floor people may be jealous. Be State Senator Columbus, Ohio 43215 happy anyway. The good Joseph Uecker (R) (614) 466-3555 you do t oday may be forgot(614) 466-8082 ten tomorrow. Do good anyuecker@OhioSenate.gov way. Give the world the best you have and it may never
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Ripley Library Talk
BY Alison Gibson
Last year we asked you, our library family, to be innovative and help us create a family of scarecrows for the fence around the Ripley library. We had fun, and figured it was a tradition in the making. Amazingly, it is time for “Scarecrows on the Fence” again. If you have your scarecrow from last year we welcome them back as long as there has been some change or update. We have assembled new frames to give out, and new this year there will be baby/toddler size frames as well. There is a limit of 20 full-size and 10 pint-size that we think we can accommodate on our fence without getting too crowded. Call to reserve a spot and a frame—937-3924871. Ah, the time for the Ohio Rural Heritage Festival is upon us. Closing Main Street does cause a bit of a problem with parking and access to the library, so as we do every year, we will close the Ripley library at 5:00 p.m. on Friday (making room for the parade), and we will be closed on Saturday. The meeting room will be open for the photography contest and quilt show at noon on
Saturday, but the rest of the library will not be accessible. Branches will be open on Saturday 10-2 in case you need a ‘library fix’! All libraries will be closed on Monday, September 5th in observance of Labor Day. Our Tuesday and Thursday ‘one on one’ technological assistance opportunities at 5:30 p.m. at the Ripley Library are still going strong. If you’ve avoided downloading books on your Kindle because it seems too complicated (it has gotten much simpler) or there is that burning question as to why an attachment doesn’t open on one computer but does on another, or you just don’t get something on Microsoft Windows 10, stop in, make a reservation to have your own ‘personal’ trainer (Matt Carpenter) help you out. Story times are gearing up again—Russellville’s popular toddler story time will begin this week on Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. for a program of stories, activities and comradery. Ripley’s story time will start the following week for the 3-5 year olds—also on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and last about 45 minutes, filled with stories and crafts and fun!
Brown County Fair is around the corner
BY Dennis Broughton
How many Brown Co. Fairs can you remember? My first fair was 1959 at the age of 12. The 165th Brown Co. Fair will start Sept. 26th and go through Oct.1st. The theme for this year is: The Brown Co. Fair- A Tribute to the Veteran. We hope this year's theme will make a memory for you to remember. Help us honor the Veteran's who attend this year's fair. Special announcements include: Get your fair books and season passes at local banks, Grandma's and Grandpa's carryout at Wahlsburg and at the office on Tuesday afternoons and evenings. Get your camper fee's and application's in by September 6th. This form can be found on Page 203 of the fair book or on our
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ers and administrators also had the opportunity to hear Jeanette Walls, who is a nationally known speaker and writer and author of New York Times bestseller, “The Glass Castle.” Both speakers were an inspiration to our staff, in regards to getting the school year off to a great start.” During the meeting, treasurer Rowley indicated that the premiums for medical insurance for both family and single plans would increase by 5.13% and that the premium for dental insurance would increase by 9.33%. Rowley asked for the boards approval to sell five buses and a passenger van at auction on Sept. 10, 2016. He also requested that the board approve the Student Activity and Budget Purpose Clauses for the 2016-2017 school year, as well as the purchase of three storage buildings, one for each school site.
website: www.littlestatefair.com. Parade entry forms should be in the office by September first. This form is on page 70 of the fair book or our website. Floral Hall entries are on page 39 with many ways to enter or again on our website: www.littlestatefair. If you have any questions about the fair, look on our website at www.littlestatefair.com. Like us on Facebook at littlestatefair. Our E-Mail address is: brcofair@hotmail.com. Telephone number: (937) 378-3558 and fax number is: (937) 3781361. The 165th Brown Co. Fair will be held on September 26th through October 1, 2016. "Brown County Fair-A Tribute to the Veteran" Be one of us at the 165th Brown County Fair.
In other business at the meeting, the board authorized approval of current bus routes and designated stops for this school year. The board also discussed the easement with the Village of Ripley for water wells along the river. The board later approved a contract with FRS Connections in Hillsboro for special education services for the upcoming school year. The board accepted the resignation of Michael Barbieri, high school math teacher, Tammy Whaley as middle school yearbook/prom sponsor, and from Jayna King, paraprofessional aide. Approved by the board for employment were Sue Miller, cook, Trent Jones, high school math, April Michael, elementary and middle school guidance counselor and April Henderson, 6th grade math/social studies, Debbie Gray, 6th grade social studies/science teacher and Bonnie
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Cloverbuds talk fire safety
On August 12, 2016 young achievers safety officer William Culver invited Georgetown fire chief Joe Rocky to address the club on fire safety. Mr. Rocky spoke of the importance of working fire alarms on every floor in the home, he encourage members to learn their address in case of an emergency. He allowed a member to dress in his fire gear while he demonstrated new firefighting technology to the club. Afterwards he took the cloverbuds on a tour of the fire truck.
Other upcoming fair events were discussed. Winners of the bake off are Natalie Bishop with chocolate chip cookies Ashley Brandenburg with peanut butter cookies Sydney Carrington with chocolate cake. Garrett Ernst with apple pie. Club members Xan Planck, William Colliver and Josh Simmonds gave a demonstration on their projects. Young Achievers appreciate the Georgetown fire department and the Bake off judges for attending their meeting.
Six people were recently sentenced in Brown County Common Pleas Court. Lawrence Allen On May 19, a 6 Count indictment was filed against Lawrence Wayne Allen, Jr. in Case No. 20162121. The indictment charged Count 1, Participating in a Criminal Act and Count 2, Felonious Assault, w/spec, both felonies of the 2nd degree, having a maximum penalty of 8 years in prison and a $15,000.00 fine; Count 3, Aggravated Riot, w/spec, a felony of the 4th degree, having a maximum penalty of 18 months in prison and a $5,000.00; Count 4, Assault, Count 5, Aggravated Menacing, and Count 6, Criminal Trespassing, all misdemeanors. On August 23, Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 3 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler. On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Allen to 2 years of community control sanctions and no contact with the victims. Counts 1, 2, 4, 5 & 6 are dismissed. Billy Chapman On April 7, an 11 Count indictment was filed against Billy Chapman, in Case No. 2016-2080. The indictment charged Counts 1, 3, 8, & 9, Burglary, a felony of the 2nd degree, having a maximum penalty of 8 years in prison and a fine of $15,000.00; Counts 4, 5, & 7, Theft, a felony of the 5th degree, having a maximum penalty of 12 months in prison, and a $2,500.00 fine; Count 6, Grand Theft When the Property is a Firearm or Dangerous
Ordnance and Count 10, Theft From a Person in a Protected Class, both felonies of the 3rd degree, having a maximum penalty of 36 months in prison and a $10,000.00 fine and Count 11, Petty Theft, M-1. On August 23, 2016, Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Counts 1, 2, 3, & 8 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler. On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Chapman as to Count 1, confinement of 11 months in the Ohio Department of Corrections and Restitution; Count 2, confinement of 11 months in prison and Restitution, and Count 3, 11 months in prison and Restitution and Count 8, confinement of 15 months in prison and Restitution. All Counts are to run consecutively. Counts 4, 5, 6, 7, 9 10 & 11 are dismissed. Charles Davis On August 11, a 1 Count indictment was filed against Charles Allen Davis, in Case No. 20162172. The indictment charged Count 1, Aggravated Robbery, a felony of the 1st degree, having a maximum penalty of 11 years in prison and a fine of $20,000.00. On August 24, 2016, Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler. On that same date, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Davis, confinement of 5 years in the Ohio Department of Corrections. Kristopher Gould On July 28, a 3 Count indictment was filed against Kristopher Gould,
Krieger, middle school intervention specialist. Supplemental and extended services contracts were approved for returning staff. New extended service contracts were awarded to: • Shelby Schelling for Vocational Agriculture; • April Michael for guidance counselor; • Tammy Whaley for vocational Education. Supplemental contracts were awarded to: • Patricia Skaggs, middle school tech assistant; • Holly Hayden and Vicki Asbury as middle school A+ coordinators. The board approved sev-
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in Case No. 2016-2166. The indictment charged Count 1, Possession of Heroin, a felony of the 4th degree, having a maximum penalty 18 months in prison, a $5000.00 fine and a driver’s license suspension between 6 months to 3 years; Count 2, Aggravated Possession of Drugs and Count 3, Possession of Drugs, both a felony of the 5th degree, having a maximum penalty of 12 months in prison and a $2500.00 fine. On August 24, Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler. On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Gould to 2 years of community control sanctions, intensive probation upon completion of STAR Program plus any Aftercare, that can include Transitional Living and a 12 month driver’s license suspension. Counts 2 & 3 are dismissed. Rusty McPherson On December 7, 2015, a 2 Count indictment was filed against Rusty P. Mcpherson in Case No. 2015-2365. The indictment charged Count 1, Illegal Assembly or Possession of Chemicals for the Manufacture of Drugs and Count 2, Conspiracy, both a felony of the 3rd degree, having a maximum penalty of 36 months in prison, a fine of $10,000.00 and a driver’s license suspension from 6 months to 3 years. On August 23, 2016, Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1 before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler.
On that same date, Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Mcpherson confinement of 24 months in the Ohio Department of Corrections, to be served concurrently with the sentence imposed in Highland County Common Pleas Court Case No. 12-CR-0206. The Court will consider Judicial Release into the STAR program at the appropriate time. Defendant also has a driver’s license suspension for 12 months. Count 2 is dismissed. Matthew Sheehy On July 28, 2016, a 4 Count indictment was filed against Matthew Tyler Sheehy, in Case No. 20162162. The indictment charged Count 1, Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer, a felony of the 3rd degree, having a maximum penalty of 36 months in prison, a $10,000.00 fine and a driver’s license suspension of 6 months to 3 years; Count 2, Possession of Heroin, a felony of the 5th degree, having a maximum penalty of 12 months in prison and a fine of $2500.00. On August 23, 2016 Defendant entered a plea of guilty to Count 1, Failure to Comply with an Order or Signal of a Police Officer, before Brown County Common Pleas Judge Scott T. Gusweiler. On that same date Judge Gusweiler sentenced Mr. Sheehy to 2 years of community control sanctions and a license suspension for 10 years, the first three years being mandatory. Defendant shall have no contact with the victim. Counts 2, 3 & 4 are dismissed.
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Vera Johnson, Sardinia, case #20161151, DOD 321-2016, filed 8-12-2016 Stella Jordan, Sardinia, case #20161149, DOD 8-52015, filed 3-11-2016 Beverly K. Malott, Mt. Orab, case #20161147, DOD 7-5-2016, filed 8-102016 Robert J. Mauntel, Sardinia, case #20161150, DOD 5-25-2016, filed 8-
11-2016 Charles E. Moore, Russellville, case #2016, DOD 7-18-2016, filed 817-2016 Carole L. Wells, Fayetteville, case #20161148, DOD 12-22013, filed 8-10-2016 Morris N. Wright, Williamsburg, case #20161153, DOD 5-182016, filed 8-17-2016
Jaimie N. McKeehan, 28, Bethel, probation officer to marry Joshua G. Edmisten, 37, Bethel, insurance agent, filed 812-2016 Bethany Renee Evans, 19, Georgetown, unemployed to marry Jerry Lee Stuckey, 25, Georgetown, tree service, filed 8-152016 Patricia B. Haskell, 23, Fayetteville, pharmacy to marry Dominique Vicente Salazar, 27, Erlanger, KY, pipe fitter, filed 8-16-2016 Megan Elaine Obermeyer, 22, Mt. Orab, machinist to marry Ryan Cody Campbell, 22, Mt. Orab, machinist, filed 816-2016 Esther Grace Brinker, 21, Winchester, to marry Timothy Michael Reeder, 23, Williamsburg, manufacturing, filed 8-162016 Miranda Marie Frey, 21, Williamsburg, homemaker to marry Nicholas
Robert Michael, 27, Williamsburg, mechanic assembler, filed 8-182016 Adrienna Jaurene Yost, 23, Mt. Orab, admin. coordinator to marry Walter L. Feck, 40, Mt. Orab, maintenance, filed 8-19-2016 Mikayla Rae Best, 21, Aberdeen, aide to marry Russell Eugene Hughes, III, 21, Aberdeen, laborer, filed 8-19-2016 Heather M. Watson, 30, Mt. Orab, speech pathologist to marry Robert V. Nash, III, 42, Mt. Orab, carpenter, filed 8-23-2016 Rhonda R. Luke, 47, Fayetteville, customer service rep. to marry David L. McGee, 48, Fayetteville, disabled veteran, filed 8-23-2016 Kelsey Renee Neu, 22, Lynchburg to marry Devin Keith Highlander, 21, theater rigging, filed 8-19-2016
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Open Arms Always will be holding a 25 cent Raffle and Silent Auction on Friday Sept 9 at Southern Hills Career and Technical Center on Hamer Road in Georgetown. Doors open at 6, Raffle starts at 7. There will be a Silent Auction as well as a split the pot. Food will be available, so come hungry! Open Arms Always, a non-profit support group for veterans and their families provides information and monetary assistance to active or honorably discharged members of the American Armed Forces.
The 15th Annual RCC Car Show will be held Saturday, September 10 at the Russellville Church of Christ located on US 62 in Russellville. All cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome. This year’s Feature Model is the Chevy Chevelle. Over 65 trophies will be awarded. Registration is 9:00AM to Noon. Dash Plaques & T-Shirts to first 50 to register. Win Brickyard 400 tickets and many more Door Prizes. DJ, Pork BBQ, homemade pies and more great food. Bring the family. All proceeds go to help area families in need. For more information call Phil at (927) 392-4820.
Voting information in Brown Co. Attention Ohio Voter:
In the Buckeye State, we make it EASY TO VOTE and HARD TO CHEAT. You have many options to cast your ballot in the upcoming November 8, 2016 General Election. VOTE FROM HOME Simply complete an application to request an absentee ballot and return it to your county board of elections as far in advance of the election as possible. This will ensure there is sufficient time for the board to mail you a ballot and for you to timely return that ballot. To ensure the integrity of our elections process, you must fill in all the required fields and provide the proper identification. VOTE EARLY IN PERSON During the absentee voting period, you may visit your county board of elections to vote in person. Visit www.MyOhioVote.com or contact your county board of elections for your early voting location and hours. VOTE ON ELECTION DAY Your polling place will be open on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Don’t forget to bring proper identification. To find your assigned polling place, go to www.MyOhioVote.com. For all the information you need to vote in Ohio this November, visit www.MyOhioVote.com. Please look for an application for an absentee ballot in the mail from Jon
Husted, Ohio Secretary of State in the upcoming month. Under Ohio law, a voter who has requested an absentee ballot must cast a provisional ballot on Election Day if that voter appears in person to vote at the polling location on Election Day. If you received an absentee ballot application, completed, and submitted it to your board of elections, you will not be eligible to cast a regular ballot at the polls on Election Day. Instead, you will need to cast a provisional ballot. Your provisional ballot may be counted after the 10th day following the election pending a determination by your board of elections that your voted absentee ballot was not returned and counted prior to the closing of the polls. If you have any questions, please contact the Brown County Board of Elections at (937) 3783008 or brown@secretaryofstate.gov
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Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance to Paula Francis Conner, Lot 3 in Drakeland Sub, Clark Twp., filed 8-1716, $60,700 Roy L. James to David Lee and Darlene M. James, 5 acres of land in Franklin Twp., filed 8-15-16 Charles, Mista and Kayla Robinson to Daniel D. and Bonna L. Bauer, 1.47 acres of land in Franklin Twp., filed 8-12-16, $6,840 Tammy L. and Daniel L. Frazee to James Randall Patton II, Lot 2 in Day Sub., Green Twp., filed 8-12-16, $122,500 Al Sizemore and Jonathan to Jonathan C. Meeker, 8.74 acres of land in Green Twp., filed 8-1716, $12,000 Jennifer Arey Rankin to Daniel and Kathleen Davenport, Lot 5 in Mt. Orab Estates, Green Twp., filed 8-17-16, $120,000 Selene Finance LP to
Hillsboro Rental Management, Lot 10 in Grant’s Crossing Sub., Green Twp., filed 8-15-16, $90,440 Mark R. Leever to Jodi J. and Chris S. Allen, In-Lot 3 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8-17-16, $300,000 Oleta Jean Porter to James Porter, In-Lot 556, In-Lot 557, In-Lot 558, InLot 559 and In-Lot 560 in Lake Waynoka Sub., Jackson Twp., filed 8-17-16 Terry and Anthony Deatley to Kathy and Roy Engle, 2.53 acres of land in Lewis Twp., filed 8-12-16, $123,500 Jane E. Holton, trustee to Jeffery & Dawn Payer, InLot 1231 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp. filed 8-1716, $17,500 Wendy and Heath C. Rigby to Wendy Rigby, InLot 836, In-Lot 808, In-Lot 833, In-Lot 835, In-Lot
1739, In-Lot 809, In-Lot 810 and In-Lot 834 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 8-15-16 Kenneth Rowland to Brenda L. and Rodney E. Reis, Sr, In-Lot 1574 in Lake Lorelei, Perry Twp., filed 8-15-16 Jane E. Holton, trustee to Jeffery & Dawn Payer, InLot 1230 in Lake Lorelei Sub., Perry Twp., filed 8-1716, $17,500 Jo Ann Kattine to Dana McElroy, .16 acres of land in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 8-17-16 Blanchester Lumber Company, Inc., to Zachary Thatcher, Lot 5 in Northland Sub., in Georgetown, filed 8-17-16, $5,000 Carl W. Weaver to Carl W. and Dona Rita Weaver, In-Lot 29R whole in Blair Sub., Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 8-15-16 Robert C. and Doris Daugherty to Deanna J.
Clark, Out-Lot 30 (part) in Georgetown, Pleasant Twp., filed 8-15-16 Tracy J. Hueber to Patrick Pfeffer and Tracy Hueber, 81.63 acres of land in Union Twp., filed 8-1516 David Campbell to Hubert D. and Virginia F. Shannon, Lot 75 A and Lot 80 in Eagle Landing Sub., Union Twp., filed 8-12-16, $8,000 James L. and Sandra Graham to Derek and Shannon Macleod, 3.72 acres of land in Union Twp., filed 8-17-16, $25,000 Benjamin D. and Cynthia Washington to HSBC Bank USA, NA, .63 acres of land in Ripley, filed 8-11-16, $75,000 Richard A. Wolfe to Thomas and Barbara Farrell, .33 acres of land in Washington Twp., filed 817-16, $25,000
CIVIL General Electric Credit Union versus Meghan P. Smith, case #20160493, filed 8-11-2016, Action: other civil Leona Fannin versus Michael C. Davis, case #20160500, filed 8-12-16, Action: civil stalking Monica E. Planck versus Robert Perry Waldron, case #20160502, filed 8-12-16, Action: civil stalking Deborah J. Smith versus Morgan Carr, case #20160503, filed 8-12-16, Action: civil stalking Steven Ridpath versus Alexis Smith, case #20160504, filed 8-15-16, Action: other civil Rene Dahlheimer versus Jeffrey C. Greene, case #20160507, filed 8-15-16, Action: civil stalking Kathleen Bowman versus Maura Meranda, case #20160511, filed 8-16-16, Action: other civil David C. Federle versus Katherine Ann Pollard, case #20160513, filed 8-17-16, Action: other civil Capital One Bank USA, NA versus Kristina L. Dutlinger, case #20160514, filed 8-17-2016, Action: other civil Midland Funding, LLC versus Tim DeHart, case #20160515, filed 8-17-16, Action: other civil Old National Bank versus Lori A. West, case #20160516, filed 8-17-2016, Action: foreclosures Capital One Bank USA, NA versus Lonnie L. Anderson, case #20160517, filed 8-17-16, Action: other civil David C. Federle versus Katherine Ann Pollard, case #20160513, filed 817-16, Action: other civil Capital One Bank USA, NA versus Kristina L. Dutlinger, case #20160514, filed 8-17-16, Action: other civil Midland Funding, LLC versus Tim DeHart, case #20160515, filed 8-17-16, Action: other civil Old National Bank versus Lori A. West, case #20160516, filed 8-17-16, Action: foreclosures Capital One Bank (USA) NA versus Lonnie L. Anderson, case #20160517, filed 8-17-16, Action: other civil Jerry Wray, director versus Bny-go, LLC, case #20160519, filed 8-182016, Action: other civil JPMorgan Mortgage versus Anthony D. Vaughn, case #20160520, filed 8-19-16, Action: foreclosures Fifth Third Mortgage Company versus John R. Lacy, case #20160523, filed 8-22-16, Action: foreclosures Discover Bank versus Drema L. Reed, case #20160524, filed 8-23-16, Action: other civil Discover Bank versus Joshua R. Walters, case #20160525, filed 8-23-16, Action: other civil Discover Bank versus Bonnie Hill, case #20160526, filed 8-23-16, Action: other civil
Action: termination of marriage Michelle Clark, Georgetown versus Jerry Burke II, Amelia, case #20160494, filed 8-11-16, Action: domestic violence Christin N. Santos, Las Vegas, NV versus Amanda Brewer, Mt. Orab, case #20160496, filed 8-11-16, Action: domestic violence Christina Armacost, Russellville versus Shawn Naegele, Hamersville, case #20160497, filed 8-12-16, Action: domestic violence Angel S. Perkins versus James Perkins, Mt. Orab, case #20140498, file 8-1216, Action: termination of marriage Kathryn N. Cecil, Sardinia versus Mickey D. Cecil, Jr., Georgetown, case #20160499, filed 8-12-16, Action: termination of marriage Wendellin E. Rigby, Fayetteville versus Heath C. Rigby, Fayetteville, case #20160501, filed 8-12-16, Action: dissolution of marriage
Christina Armacost versus Shawn Naegele, Hamersville, case #20160505, filed 8-15-2016, Action: domestic violence Michael Judy, Mt. Orab versus Amy E. Judy, Oak Grover, KY, case #20160506, filed 8-15-16, Action: termination of marriage Rene Dahlheimer, Fayetteville versus Tina Dahlheimer, Fayetteville, case #20160508, filed 8-1516, Action: domestic violence Beth Harris, Mt. Orab versus Donta Creighton, Sardinia, case #20160509, filed 8-15-16, Action: domestic violence Whitney Tolin, Moscow versus Michael B. Darnell, case #20160510, filed 8-152016, Action: domestic violence Jason W. Holden, Fayetteville versus Jacqualine Holden, Greensburg, IN, case#20160512, filed 8-1616, Action: dissolution of marriage
Steven Young, Georgetown versus Paula Young, Georgetown, case #20160518, filed 8-17-16, Action: termination of marriage Steven Young, Georgetown versus Paula Young, Georgetown, case #20160518, filed 8-172016, Action: termination of marriage Sara A. Vinson, Mt. Orab versus Destry D. Cummins, Sardinia, case #20160521, filed 8-19-16, Action: domestic violence Destry Cummins, Mt. Orab versus Sara Vinson, Sardinia, case #20160522, filed 8-22-16, Action: domestic violence Donna J. O’Donnell, Fayetteville versus Jon B. O’Donnell, Fayetteville, case #20160527, filed 823-16, Action: termination of marriage Daniele L. Trapp, Ripley versus James H. Trapp, Ripley, case #20160528, filed 8-24-16, Action: termination of marriage
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DOMESTIC John M. Zweigart, Ripley versus Lisa D. Zweigart, West Union, case #20160492, filed 8-10-16,
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Lady Jays showing improvement, still in search of first victory Ripley Bee
BY WADE LINVILLE THE RIPLEY BEE
The Ripley-UnionLewis-Huntington Lady Jays are showing improvement on the court as the volleyball season rolls along, but they are still in search of their first win after falling to teams from Georgetown, New Richmond, and BethelTate in their first three matches of the season. The Lady Jays began their new season on Aug. 23 at Georgetown High School, suffering losses in three straight sets to fall to the home-standing Lady G-Men, who stood at an overall record of 4-0 late last week. After claiming wins in the first two sets (25-17, 25-18), the Lady G-Men returned to claim a 25-11 victory in set three to cap off the match. “They did a great job because they didn't give up, but they were a little slow,” Georgetown head volleyball coach Sue Lane
said of her Lady G-Men following the win over Ripley. “Ripley has improved a lot since we scrimmaged them and we are happy to be 3-0 right now, but we have a lot of things we need to improve on this season.” The Lady G-Men began their season by topping teams from Mariemont and Bethel-Tate in a tri-match on Aug. 20. Experience has certainly played a role in the Lady G-Men's success on the court in their first week of play, as the team is equipped with eight seniors – Alexis Cahall, Isabelle Elliott, Kassidy Seigla, Karrington Ecker, Kelsy Grant, Piper Tomlin, Sydney Carrington, and Taylor McKinney. There are also two juniors taking the court for the Georgetown varsity squad this season, Taylor Shelley and Mackenzie Bridges. “The seniors have done a great job as leaders, and they have also been leaders for the junior varsity
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team,” said Lane. “They are a great bunch of girls.” The Lady G-Men rose to a 2-0 lead over Ripley early on in set three of the Aug. 23 match at Georgetown, but the Lady Jays managed to cut the lead to 4-3 after a kill by Ripley's Carlee Daulton. The Lady Jays would then tie the game at four apiece as a Georgetown hit made its way out of bounds. The Lady Jays hung close early on, but it was a kill by Carrington that seemed to spark the fire in set three for the Lady GMen. Carrington's kill would start a 14-1 run for the Lady G-Men en route to a 14-point victory that ended with a kill by Elliott. McKinney came through with two kills during the Lady G-Men's run in the third set, while Ecker and Carrington performed well at the service line with an ace apiece , and some nice Wade Linville/The Ripley Bee digs coming from Seigla. The RULH Lady Jays Ripley’s Carlee Daulton goes up for a block in the Lady Jays’ Aug. 23 match at ventured to RULH New See | 8 Georgetown.
Rockets rally for week 1 win BY WADE LINVILLE THE RIPLEY BEE
Broncos open season with win over Hillsboro
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Western Brown’s Wyatt Fischer hauls in a reception during the Broncos’ week one win over Hillsboro.
BY WADE LINVILLE THE RIPLEY BEE
The Western Brown Broncos jumped to a 20-0 lead before halftime break, en route to a 48-22 victory in their season opener against the visiting Hillsboro Indians at Western Brown's Kibler Stadium/LaRosa's Field. Western Brown's junior quarterback Seth Becker delivered three touchdown passes in the first half of play, one to junior wide receiver Carson Eyre and two to junior wide receiver Wyatt Fischer. With the Broncos leading by 20 in the first half of play on Friday, Aug. 26, lightning would cause the second half to be postponed until the morning of Aug. 27. The Broncos were able to up their lead to 27-0 with 8:50 to go in the third quarter, as Becker capped off a drive with a 12-yard touchdown pass to sophomore wide receiver Evan Luttrell, followed by a successful kick for the extra point from junior Lane Sexton. The third quarter would end with the Broncos leading 27-0, but the Indians refused to go down quietly as they were able to put 22 points on the board in the final period of play. Unfortunately
for the visiting Indians, the Western Brown offense was able to rack up 21 points off three touchdowns in the fourth quarter to seal a 26-point victory. After the Indians were able to reach pay dirt for
the first time in the game and complete the twopoint conversion that followed to cut the Bronco lead to 27-8, it was a 28yard touchdown pass from Becker to Fischer See BRONCOS | 8
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Western Brown’s Zach Stacy takes a carry for a big gain in the Broncos’ week one win over Hillsboro.
After trailing 10-8 at halftime, the FayettevillePerry Rockets chose not to go home when lightning caused their week one game against n on-league rival Clermont Northeastern to be postponed until the following day. Instead, the Fayetteville-Perry varsity players elected to stick around in the locker room and discuss what they needed to accomplish to claim a victory in their season opener. When play resumed on Aug. 27, it was Fayetteville-Perry rallying back to outscore the visiting Clermont Northeastern Rockets 14-0 in the second half to come away with a 22-10 victory. “What it came down to was leadership,” said Fayetteville-Perry head football coach Kevin Finch. “The seniors decided they wanted to win that game, and they responded big time.” According to Finch, it was the players who decided to have their meeting late on Aug. 26 after it was decided that the second half would be played the following day due to lightning, a perfect example of their dedication to the sport and their team. The offensive fire didn't ignite for FayettevillePerry until the second half with touchdowns coming form Chase Jester and Austin Brockman, but their defense would begin to pick up late in the first half when they were able to pin the CNE offense with an 18 yard loss to move them back to the Fayetteville 25 yard line with under a minute to go in the second quarter. From there, CNE attempted a long field goal that fell short to leave Fayetteville-Perry trailing by only two at halftime break. “(Our defensive turnaround) really started at the end of the first half, when they had the ball around our 10-yard line and our defense was able to get into their backfield. That was big for us,” said Finch, who went on to say senior Tay Call coming through with the big tackle. It was CNE drawing first blood in the season opener, settling for a 35yard field goal after being held to fourth down with 7:40 to go in the second quarter to take a 3-0 lead. But the Fayetteville-Perry special teams couldn't have
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Fayetteville’s Chase Lockwood returns a kick-off 80 yards for a touchdown in the Rockets’ week one win over Clermont Northeastern.
found a better way to respond to the CNE field goal than to score a touchdown on the kick-off that followed, and that's just what they did. Fayetteville junior Chase Lockwood would cruise behind excellent blocking in an 80-yard touchdown run on the kickoff return, followed by a successful two-point conversion run by junior quarterback Luke Wiederhold to give Fayetteville-Perry an 8-3 lead. CNE topped off a drive with a one-yard run to pay dirt with 2:41 to go in the first half to take a 10-8 lead. It was Fayetteville-Perry dominating the second half as they returned to their home field on Aug. 27, their defense holding sturdy to stop the CNE running game and their offense able to put up two touchdowns after struggling to reach pay dirt the night before. The 2016 campaign continues for the FayettevillePerry Rockets as they prepare for the Sept. 2 nonleague contest at BethelTate, facing a Tigers' squad that made it to the regional playoffs in 2015. “They went to the playoffs last year and they have
a lot of kids back, so we're going to have to play our best,” said Finch.
RULH High School Golf Scores
Monday, Aug. 31, 2016 Hilltop Golf Course (Back Nine, Par 36)
Team Scores:
North Adams- 177 Ripley- 190 Manchester- 194
Individual Scores: Ripley Dylan Phillips- 44 Scottie Ott- 51 Brian Dunn- 46 Corey Germann- 55 Peyton Fyffe- 49 Jacob Castle- 61
North Adams Bryant Lung- 47 Noah Lung- 40 Colt Shoemaker- 58 Uriah Hall- 45 Carson Hall- 45 Dalton Gardner- 55
Manchester Logan Hayslip- 43 Dylan Colvin- 50 Jalen James- 47 Zach James- 55 Brady Flack- 54 Samuel Crevire- 58
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that helped expand Western Brown's lead to 34-8. The Indians responded with a 96-yard kick-off return for a touchdown, followed by another successful two-point conversion to slice the Bronco lead to 34-16 with 9:07 to go in the fourth quarter. A 50-yard TD pass from Becker to Fischer was called back on a penalty to put the Broncos at the own 37 yard line with 22 yards to go for a first down. The Broncos were still able to score on the drive, cruising down the field behind a nine-yard run for first down by junior Zach Stacy, followed by a 25-yard touchdown pass from Becker to sophomore Josh Taylor that lifted the Broncos to a 41-16 lead with Sexton once again making good on the kick Wade Linville/The Ripley Bee for the point after. Trailing by 25 with under eight minutes A Hillsboro defensive player gets by with a facemask remaining in the fourth as Western Brown’s Seth Becker runs for a nice gain Wade Linville/The Ripley Bee quarter, the Indians refused in the Broncos’ week one win. to back down, scoring their The Ripley-Union-Lewis-Huntington Lady Jays take on Georgetown while on the third touchdown of the they had an 18-play drive three touchdown receproad for their season opener on Aug. 23. night to downsize the and scored. Then, they had tions. a one-play drive and Eyre hauled in two 10, 25-14, 25-6) to suffer Lynchburg-Clay on their Western Brown lead to 41scored, so I think that was catches for 66 yards, and 22. their second match loss of home court in their first The final touchdown of a good lesson learned. Just Stacy pulled down three Southern Hills Athletic the season. From page 7 the night would come with because you played fairly catches for 32 yards. Jacob The Lady Jays then Conference Match of the 6:48 to go in the final well the last drive and Daniel recorded 30 receivThe Lady Jays went to played host to Bethel-Tate season on Aug. 30, and frame, as Stacy muscled worked really hard, you ing yards off two catches. New Richmond on Aug. 24 on Aug. 27, losing two of they are back in action Stacy led Western his way to pay dirt off a just can't rest on what hapto face a skilled Lady three sets (19-25, 26-24, Tuesday, Sept. 6 as they pened. You have to play Brown rushers with 96 carry to expand the Bronco Lions volleyball team. The 25-23). venture to Fayettevillehard every down,” Western yards off 11 carries and one Lady Jays suffered losses The Lady Jays were Perry High School to take lead to 26, but the exciteBrown head coach Don touchdown. ment didn't end there. A to face on the Lady Rockets. in three straight sets (25- scheduled Becker took 10 carries fourth down stop by the Sizer said of his defense's Bronco defense with only performance in the season for a total of 58 yards. Overall, the Broncos two yards to go for the opener. “ I was really Indians would bring pleased with how they fin- totaled 510 yards of offense while holding the Bronco fans to their feet ished.” As for the Bronco Indian offense to 177 and draw applause from in the the Western Brown coach- offense, there may have yards. Fayetteville-Perry volleyball team Felicity-Franklin The Indians recorded Aug. 25 non-league contest ing staff with four minutes been some first-game jitrebounds from early season loss left on the clock, a play ters, but pulling through to 170 yards on the ground at Fayetteville. The Lady Rockets that resulted in a turnover put up 48 points was an and only seven yards passBY WADE LINVILLE match victory. cruised to a 25-15 win in on downs to bring the excellent way to start the ing. The Broncos totaled 349 THE RIPLEY BEE The Lady Rockets suf- set one and went on to win Bronco offense back on the new season. “This was still the first passing yards and 161 fered a 15-25 loss in set set two by a narrow margin field to work from their game and we have a lot of rushing yards. After suffering a loss to one and fell behind two of 25-21. The Lady own 30 yard line. The Broncos are on the Clinton Massie in their sets to none by falling 23- Rockets capped off the The Bronco defense cer- new starters. You can pracAug. 22 season opener, the 25 in set two. The Lady match by winning set three tainly came through with tice all you want, but until road for the next three Fayetteville-Perry Rockets Rockets them pulled out a 25-16. some big plays in their sea- you've played in the weeks with non-league returned to capture back- 25-19 victory in set three The Lady Rockets were son opener victory, but the game...,” Sizer said of the games at Little Miami, and Jackson. to-back wins to up their and went on to win set four scheduled to begin Western Brown coaching Bronco offense. “Hillsboro Ross, overall record to 2-1 on the 25-16. Southern Hills Athletic staff felt the defensive play had the 'beginning of the According to Sizer, the season. In the fifth set to decide Conference play on Aug. was a bit inconsistent when game jitters' and we had three-week string of road The Lady Rockets took the match, it was the Lady 30 at North Adams High looking back at the bout 'first-game, beginning of games is no different from the game jitters' and I think any other football season, on the Bethel-Tate Lady Rockets cruising to a 15-6 School, and they were against Hillsboro. Tigers on Aug. 24, and it win. “Overall, I thought we we were eventually able to causing no worries for the scheduled to face was the Fayetteville-Perry It took only three sets for Blanchester in a non- did well. We were a little get our game legs under us. Western Brown varsity volleyball squad winning the Lady Rockets to cap- league match on the road inconsistent. We had an 18- What was nice is that we squad. “It feels like every other three of five sets for the ture the match win over Aug. 31. play drive and scored, and have really made it a conscious effort to spread the season,” Sizer said of his ball around so they can't upcoming road games. concentrate on one receiv- “From season to season ASSEMBLY OF GOD HIGGINSPORT ABERDEEN UNITED er, so on any given game we've had six away games, 1104 Second St. CHRISTIAN CHURCH METHODIST CHURCH an individual receiver can so we're used to playing on REV. PHILLIP ALVES BILL ARNOLD, PASTOR REV. CAROL HARPER have a big game.” the road. No matter where Sunday School, 10 A.M. Sunday School, 9:30 A.M. Sunday School, 10:30 A.M. Becker totaled six touch- we play at, we are playing Worship Service and Children’s Morning Worship, 10:30 A.M. Worship Service, 9:30 A.M. down passes in the week three really good teams so Church, 11 A.M. Sunday Evening Calling Program, one win, while Fischer led we're going to have to be Bronco receivers with 175 prepared for each and Bible Study, Prayer and Praise 7 P.M. once monthly as FIRST SOUTHERN yards off nine catches and every game.” Wednesday at 7 P.M. announced BAPTIST CHURCH DOUG BROWN, PASTOR FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ASH RIDGE Sunday School, 10 A.M. REV. CHARLES H. WILLIAMS CHRISTIAN CHURCH Worship Service, 11 A.M. Sunday School, 10 A.M. US 62, 1 Mi. N. of Ash Ridge Discipleship Training, 6:30 P.M. Sunday Evening, 7:30 P.M. Worship Service, 11 A.M. Morning Worship, 9:30 A.M. Wednesday Prayer Service, 7 P.M. Sunday School, 10:30 A.M. BEEBE CHAPEL C.M.E. Wednesday Night SHINKLES RIDGE CHURCH Bible Study, 6:30 P.M.cv CHRISTIAN CHURCH JAMES SETTLES, PASTOR JOHN BENDER, PASTOR Sunday School, 10 A.M. Sunday School, 9:30 A.M. Sunday Worship, 11 A.M., 7 P.M. Worship Service, 10:30 A.M. Wednesday Bible Study, 7 P.M. Each Fifth Sunday, 2 P.M. at BROWN COUNTY Ohio Valley Manor CHURCH OF CHRIST REV. DAVID HARPER ST. MICHAEL 434 US Rt. 68, Ripley - 378-2269 CATHOLIC CHURCH Radio Program. 8:05 A.M. DOHRMAN BYERS, PASTOR BRISTOW Sunday School, 9:30 A.M. Sunday Mass, 10 A.M. PHARMACY, INC. Sunday Worship, 10:30 A.M. Established 1912 Sunday Evening, 6 P.M. CHURCH OF CHRIST Prescription Service Wednesday Bible Study, 7 P.M. JOHN NEU, PASTOR 937-392-1122 Bible School, 9:30 A.M. 2nd & Main • Ripley ABERDEEN BAPTIST Worship Hour, 10:20 A.M. CHURCH Gospel Hour, 7 P.M. PHILLIP HUFFMAN, PASTOR Wednesday Service, 7 P.M. Sunday School, 9:45 A.M. CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Morning Worship, 10:45 A.M. CLARK CASTLE, PASTOR Sunday Evening, 7 P.M. Sunday School, 9:30 A.M. Wednesday Evening, 7 P.M. 1 0DLQ 6WUHHW *HRUJHWRZQ Morning Worship, 10:40 A.M. 937-378-4124 or 1-800-232-1039 Wade Linville/The Ripley Bee Evening Worship, 6 P.M. LIBERTY CHAPEL Children’s Church, 10:30 A.M. CHURCH OF CHRIST Western Brown’s Josh Taylor pulls down a touchdown Wednesday Service, 7 P.M. St. Rt. 353 (Near Decatur) reception in the Broncos’ week one win. Merchants National Bank PAUL HAKES, PASTOR Georgetown Higginsport FIRST PRESBYTERIAN Sunday School, 10 A.M. 120 S. Main St. 314 Washington St. CHURCH Worship Hour, 10:50 A.M. 937-378-2603 937-375-4242 WAYNE REVEAL Batavia 2033 Hospital Dr. EBENEZER UNITED Worship Service, 10:30 A.M. 513-735-1000 METHODIST CHURCH www.merchantsnat.com 9776 Ebenezer Rd., Aberdeen RED OAK The Georgetown Please come to the KEN HARMON, PASTOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Exempted Village School Administrative Offices at Worship Service, 9:30 A.M. Worship Service, 10 A.M. RIPLEY FEDERAL District is offering lifetime 1043 Mt. Orab Pike SAVINGS BANK Sunday School, 10:45 A.M. passes to senior citizens of between the hours of 8:00 200 E. State St. 1006 S. Second St. CENTENARY UNITED the district to all athletic A.M. and 3:30 P.M. to pick Ripley, OH 45167 Georgetown, OH 45121 METHODIST CHURCH 937.378.6134 events. Anyone 60 years of up a pass. The passes will 937.392.4375 Mon., Tues., Wed., & Thurs. 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. REV. DAVID HARPER age or older and a resident be good for all “home” athFri. 9:00 a.m.- 6:00p.m.; Sat.9:00 a.m.-12 Noon Sunday School, 9:45 A.M. of the Georgetown letic event with the excep40775275 www.ripleyfederal.com Exempted Village School tion of some tournament Worship Service, 11 A.M. District may receive a pass. events.
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CNA/STNA’s
Adams County Manor is looking to fill positions for Full Time CNA/STNA’s on night shift. We have immediate availability for Strong leaders on our 7pm – 7am shift. Our STNA’s are on a 12 hour shift schedule which affords more time off during the week. Third shift offers additional benefits including shift differential pay rates. We have competitive compensation and benefit packages including a recently increased attendance bonus, vacation and personal days and a full range of health, life, dental, vision, and disability insurances to choose from. Adams County Manor is one of the highest ranked Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation facilities in Ohio and is 5-Star rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. ACM is a great place to work and develop strong personal relationships. STNA’s must have completed all appropriate courses and have a valid license for the State of Ohio. Please submit resumes and applications in person at Adams County Manor and ask for
Mary Mellenkamp, Health Services Supervisor. There is the possibility of interviews on the
spot if you apply in this manner. You can also apply online at www.hg-nh.com. The application is under the “Careers” tab at the top of the webpage and make sure to select Adams County Manor as the location applying for. The direct web address is http://www.hg-nh.com/careers/employment-ap
NOW HIRING
PART-TIME Maintenance for our Appletree Complex Please fax or mail your resume to: VERNON RIDGE APTS. c/o Deb Fisher 700 Follin Ave. Mt. Vernon, OH. 43050 fax 740-397-2029 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
HELP WANTED
AUTOMOTIVE / auto body / auto mechanic / auto parts sales person / auto part dismantler. Vandemark Company 513797-7278 DRIVERS: CDL-A. Hiring Owner Operators & Company Drivers! Newer Trucks, up to $4K Sign-On Bonus. Call Now! 866-263-6079.
NOW HIRING a loving caregiver at a group home. Job includes cooking, housekeeping, laundry & patient care. Need to be able to work part time 2nd & 3rd shifts & have a clean background check. 312 W. State St. Georgetown, OH 45121 937-378-1111.
DAILEY FARMS TRUCKING is looking for Class A CDL driver. 2 years experience. Clean driving record. Home nightly. If interested please call 513-310-1338 DRIVERS: DEDICATED, Regional, OTR, Flatbed & Point to Point Lane Openings! Excellent Pay, (New hires guaranteed min $$$ week)! CDL-A 1yr. Exp, Orientation Completion Bonus!: 1-855-450-2267.
STATE TESTED NURSE AIDE - Accepting applications at Sunrise Manor & Convalescent Center 3434 St. Rt. 132, Amelia, Oh. 45102 (513) 797-5144 Help Wanted CDL Class A drivers, tanker, 2 yrs experience, home when you need, Owner/Operators Wanted, Company drivers make $800-$1,200 per week, good driving record Victory Lane Express (937) 217- 2189 (937) 587-1122
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
SENIOR HOMECARE UNLIMITED, LLC., a rapidly growing company in Mt. Orab, Ohio is seeking CNA’s, STNA’s, and HHA’s in Adams, Brown and Highland Counties. If you enjoy working with the elderly and a flexible schedule please contact us at 937-4440930.
Southwest Ohio Developmental Center
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THERAPEUTIC PROGRAM WORKER (TPW), LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Southwest Ohio Developmental Center 4399 East Bauman Lane, Batavia, Ohio 45103
OPEN/WALK-IN INTERVIEWS Wednesday, September 7, 2016 • 9:00am - 5:00pm
PINE RIDGE PINE VILLAGE RESIDENTIAL HOMES INC NOW HIRING FOR 2ND OR 3RD SHIFT & WEEKEND SHIFTS DIRECT CARE AIDES IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALITIES PLEASE COME SEE US! • LOVING HANDS • BIG HEART • LOTS OF PATIENCE • DEPENDABLE • TRUE DESIRE TO HELP PEOPLE • HONEST • HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED • CLEAN CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK • VALID DRIVER LIC • NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY YOU WILL BE ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN THEIR HOME ENVIRONMENT AND COMMUNITY SETTINGS.
WE OFFER: PAID TRAINING 11.25 HR TO START
LIFE, HEALTH, DENTAL AND VISION BENEFITS AFLAC PLEASE COME TO 146 NORTH 3RD STREET WILLIAMSBURG OHIO 45176
TPW 15.60/hr LPN 20.02/hr
Southwest Ohio Developmental Center provides quality service as a residential training facility to individuals with Developmental Disabilities who’s ages range from adolescent to seniors. A Therapeutic Program Worker implements “hands on” interaction with SODC’s residents assisting with daily living skills and high quality choice driven opportunities. TPW positions available require one (1) week training period, are initially considered intermittent (current intermittent staff are averaging 30+ hours/wk) and may provide opportunities to permanent employment at SODC. Employment subject to successful completion of background check and validation of current drivers license.
DRIVERS CDL-A: Regional Flatbed 46-49 cpm! Home WeeklySome Weekdays! Excellent Benefits $4,000 Sign-on-Bonus. Training Available 855-842-8420 x158
HIRING PART TO FULL TIME CDL DRIVER. Must apply in person at Roberts Paving Inc. 4354 Wildcat Road, Hillsboro, OH. M-F 8 am 3 pm. Equal Opportunity Employer
DRIVERS WANTED Tanker Endorsement Needed Earn up to $300 a day 2 Years Experience Class A CDL Local Hauling Call TCB Trucking 513-309-7559 513-625-8183
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 PART TIME Lake Lorelei gate security. Afternoons & weekends. Call 513-875-3435.
LOCAL REMODELING COMPANY that has been in business over 25 years is looking for a quality minded individual with building skills to work 30 to 45 hours per week, mainly in Georgetown. Must have a valid drivers license, be honest, and able to pass a drug and background test. 937-515-8521 DRIVERS: GREAT Hometime. $1,250 + per week + Monthly Bonuses. Excellent Benefits. Newer Trucks. No Touch. CDL – A 1 yr. exp. 855-842-8498. DRIVERS: HOME DAILY, Dedicated. $900 min pay! Plus benefits! 2nd, 3rd shift runs. CDL-A. 23yoa. John: 937-773-9280.
HAIR STYLIST and nail tech wanted! Choose your own hours. New Salon in Russellville! Contact Connie @ Connie’s Hair & Tanning Salon 201 North Columbus St. Russellville 937-377-3800 or 937-515-6794. EXPERIENCED ROUGH FRAMER or Carpenter’s Helper needed, new construction. MUST HAVE Transportation & Phone. Call 513-752-1606 leave message.
MECHANIC: Good pay, benefits. Pd Vac, uniforms. Skilled in heavy truck & trailer maint, inspections. A/C, brakes, air lines. 3yrs exp. Wayne@ShipEx pressDelivery.com 513-934-4078.
LOUISO TRUCKING seeking assistant office administrator 10-15 hours per week. Main responsibilities include: sorting & filing paperwork, data entry and answering phones. Basic computer skills and organization necessary. Email resume to: office@louisotruck ing.com or call 513-724-7140 and ask for Joe. SUNSET BAR AND GRILL HELP WANTED Bar Maid Will Train, References Required 937-392-4308 MILFORD FULL-TIME JANITOR Retirement Community Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm Benefits. EOE. 513-831-3262 TTY 1-800-750-0750.
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for janitorial/ maintenance, home based care, and adult day services. First and second shift. Call 937-378-2786 ext.3 or stop by to pick up an application at 9116 Hamer Road, Georgetown, Ohio.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - accepting applications at Sunrise Manor & Convalescent Center 3434 St. Rt. 132, Amelia, Ohio 45102 (513) 797-5144
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 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. APTS UNFURNISHED
1 & 2 BR APARTMENTS Williamsburg, all utilities included except electric. 513-724-7802.
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 WILLIAMSBURG, SPACIOUS 2br ground floor apartment available, off street parking, heat & water included. Non-smoking preferred. 513-732-5771.
4501 Eastgate Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45245
Front Desk Supervisor PM Maintenance Utility AM Restaurant Server Housekeeper
Benefits include Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Time Off, Uniforms Provided & Meal Plan. Competitive Wage
Interested candidates can stop by the front desk to complete an application or forward a resume to: dlouderback@atriumhospitality.com (513) 943-5803
WAITING LIST
Now Accepting Applications at AMANDA ACRES APARTMENTS
11 Cecelia Drive Amelia, Oh 45102
513-753-4334
DESIGNATED FOR 62 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, HANDICAP/ DISABLED REGARDLESS OF AGE.
ONE AND TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS WITH APPLIANCES FURNISHED. On site laundry facility. Call for details or pick up an application at the rental office Possibility of rental assistance. Metro accepted
TDD #419-526-0466 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.”
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 MT. ORAB - 1 and 2 bedroom. 55 and older community. Call today! 937-444-1708
GET MORE FOR YOUR MONEY! New deluxe 1-3 BR apartments in Mt. Orab. These are a must see! 937-4443043.
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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 9:30a.m.3:30p.m. 513-732-6935 TDD# 1-800-750-0750 “This institution is an equal opportunity provider & employer.” Equal Housing Opportunity
BEAUTIFUL APARTMENT community located in Loveland, Ohio now offering 2 and 3 bedroom apartment homes. Amenities provided are heat, water, sewer and trash removal. Rent is income based. Please call today to set up an appointment 513-683-5081. HOUSES FOR RENT
AFTON AREA Recently remodeled, 2br house, public water & sewer, all appliances, non-smoking, no pets; Rent $700. Call 513-502-6307.
5BR, 2BA 2-story farm house, Western Brown Schools, 513720-0094 or 513-5751403.
HOUSES FOR RENT
2 bedrm Mobile Home 1ba. in Ripley, $400 a month Plus Deposit. 513-218-3683.
2BR RANCH house in Felicity, close to grocery store, restaurant, church & post office, ideal for couple in or near near retirement, $575/month +utilities, good credit history, deposit & proof of income required; 513-427-3570.
DUNKINSVILLE 3 BR, 2 BA RANCH on 1 acre. Renters pay all utilities. $700.00 month plus deposit. NO PETS. 513-4049079 GEORGETOWN in town located at North Apple St., 3br, 1ba w/carport. Tenants pay utilities. $600/month. Deposit required. Call 937-378-1569.
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. 1 yr lease, deposit required. 937-213-1548 or go to www.tristaterental management.com
HOUSES FOR RENT
3BR HOUSE $550 month, deposit, plus utilities; newly remodeled kitchen, Ripley School District. 606-7597225 10am-6pm. MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE
3BR 2BA double wide for sale. At end of private road. Clermont address, Western Brown Schools. Inside needs work. Needs painted & flooring. Has all appliances. Electric furnace. Sits on 2.5 acres. No land contracts. 937-302-7992 or 513-410-1949. GARAGE/ PARKING/ STORAGE
GARAGE FOR RENT CHEAP!! 9x18 garage with concrete floor & roll-up door. No car/boat repair, etc. FOR STORAGE ONLY. $55.00 per month Call Bill 513-383-4084 14 North Third Street Ripley, Ohio 45167 WANTED TO RENT
WANTED TO RENT - SEPT 1ST2 house or doublewide with storage building or garage. Must have a dishwasher hookup Brown or Highland Co. - no more than 5 miles out of Mt. Orab. 513-491-1579
HOUSES FOR SALE
HOUSE FOR SALE Mt. Orab in town 3br, 1ba, 2 story, all city utilities, $48,500 Possible owner financing, 937-444-2689. FOR SALE MT. ORAB 124 Heritage Blvd 3br 2ba 2-car garage fenced backyard, all new inside, equipped kitchen with breakfast island opening to screened in Florida room, cenral air in quiet neighborhood near schools and 32. Dennis Wright 937-213-2060. LOTS AND ACREAGE
LOTS FOR SALE. Nice, friendly neighborhood in Ripley, Ohio. Personal home building or modular home ONLY. For details call Dave Otis 937-515-2984 or 937-392-1126 and leave message. INVESTMENT PROPERTY
20 PRIME ACRES. 1800’ frontage Scott Township 937-444-7048 MISC. REAL ESTATE
FOR SALE - 3.74 ACRES - woods and rolling ground. Lots of wildlife. Joined by property of the same kind on both sides. West Union area - on Nixon Road off of Steam Furnace Road. $18,000 OBO. 513304-8621 or 937-4444016.
MISC. REAL ESTATE
5 ACRE LOT with water tap at West Fork Road in Georgetown. $25,900. Also 1acre “Grandfathered In” lot with water tap at SR 774, one mile south of SR 125, Hamersville, $12,900 513-317-4649 CHILD CARE
CHILD CARE in my Georgetown home, just minutes from the center of town. Reasonable rates. For more information call 937-213-2885 ask for Kim.
CHILD CARE in my conveniently located Georgetown home. Licensed nurse aide with CPR and first aide training. 20+ years experience. Please call Sheri 937798-1309 BUSINESS SERVICES
COOL BREEZE’S COMPACT GARDEN TILLING, brush hogging, trenching and other stuff! Rent equipment by the hour or hire me! You pay only when the key is on! Cal 937-5150947. SEWING & ALTERATIONS
FOR ALL your sewing needs for you, your family and your home. Call 937-4444276. Reasonable rates, expert service.
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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, PARTS & SERVICE
ABANDONED DOUBLEWIDEplease take over. $3500 Deposit required 859-371-2140
1998 HOLLY PARK 14X70 3 BR., 2 BA., Shingle on vinyl, $2000 down, $575 month, 513-505-8311 or 859-466-3554
1990 REDMAN RIVERVIEW 14X70, 2 BR, 1 BA., metal on metal $2000 down, $500 month 513-505-8311 or 859466-3554 FARM MERCHANDISE HUTCHINSON AUGER 10”X72’ $2100.00 Midland, Ohio 937-783-3796 or 937-302-6217
FOR SALE: Disk, plow & cultivator for 3-point hitch, gravity bed trailer, 5ft bush hog, metal cow racks for 8ft bed truck & a Simplicity garden tractor w/mower 513732-0501.
FIREWOOD
MISC. FOR SALE
FOR SALE SEASONED FIREWOOD & OUTSIDE FURANCE WOOD All year round. Local. I would like to haul 14’ dump loads. Scott Malott 937-213-3193
DURACRAFT 16 SPEED DRILL PRESS 3/4 HP, 1725 RPM, model 45160 $200.00, Sears & Roebuck table saw model 113-24181 $150.00 Both in good condition. Price firm. 937-444-3460
CASH PAID TODAY! Antiques, jewelry, furniture, appliances, gold silver, records, tools, all collectibles, household, estates, used cars. 30 year buyer - almost anything! 937-378-2850, 937-378-2399, 513-348-5870 or 513-256-8623.
MOVING SALE SEPTEMBER 2 & 3 8 am - 5:30 pm, 9979 West Fork Road, Georgetown, Ohio. Sofa bed, loveseat & recliners, one lift chair, other straight back chairs, misc. clothes & items.
WANTED TO BUY
HAY & GRAIN
MIXED HAY FOR SALE - 5x5 round bales $30.00, also square bales $4.50 937-618-1410.
HAY FOR SALE Mixed Timothy with Grass or Timothy with Clover. $3.50 square bale 513-515-1179
HAY FOR SALE Mixed grass, hay 4 X 5 round bales, and small square bales (937) 725-5050 MISC. FOR SALE
8 CEMETERY LOTS available at Mt. Moriah Cemetery. Near Chapel & Heritage Grove, $500 each OBO. Discount if all taken. 513-9431147.
YARD/GARAGE SALE
A great assortment of items Lots of clothes, great for back to school. Household items and collectibles and toys. A couple pieces of furniture. Come early and often.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2, 3 23 Hollywood Lane, Georgetown, OH; Large solid wood desk, old upright piano, stone jars, armoire/computer center, misc. household, tools
GARAGE SALE SEPTEMBER 2 & 3 9 AM - 5 PM - 300 gallon galvanized water tank, clothes, toys, lots of miscellaneous. 5957 Myers Road, Georgetown 937-378-5957
New mother grateful for help she received from Pregnancy Resource Center in Georgetown
BY Tamma Plymesser The Director of Pregnancy Resource Center
937-444-3441
What do you do when your world is falling apart? Your marriage has crumbled around you, and you and your two children are back home with your parents. Your youngest, who has struggled with developmental issues since birth, has taken a turn for the worse. You have no crib for him and you just need someone to give you an encouraging smile, a gentle hug and assurance that you can get through it all. If you live in Brown County you can come to the Pregnancy Resource Center. And that is just what our client, Janelle, did. (Yes, that's her real name, and yes, she gave us permission to share her story). You see, Janelle said that she wants other young women to know that there is help available when they are going through a pregnancy (whether planned or unexpected), when they desire to be the best parent possible, or need help getting through potty training, the terrible twos, and a myriad of other issues young parents encounter, or if they are dealing with the stress and anxiety of seeing that a child with special needs gets all the help required. Maybe even when they
just need someone to listen when their marriage is failing and they are facing a divorce. Janelle has gone through all of these experiences and the Pregnancy Resource Center (PRC) has been right by her side through each chapter of life: a young wife and mother, a parent searching for why her baby is not developing as he should, and her latest chapter, the life of a single mom with two little ones. I want to share with you Janelle's words as she speaks of her experiences at the PRC. "I am very grateful there was a place for me to come, as a new, young mother and wife, on a low income, for help. I needed a place that would help me get the things my baby needed such as clothes, diapers, wipes, a crib and car seat. “It was also a place where I learned how to be a good mother as I took parenting classes. It was a place where they gave me lots of encouraging words and hope. It is great to have someone to come to for encouragement and advice and a place that will help me get the things my baby needs that I could not afford on my own. “I hope other young mothers will be able to come to the PRC to gain the knowledge needed to become a good parent and a good spouse instead of trying to do it on their
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Local resident Janelle and her beautiful baby shares her gratitude to the Pregnancy Resource Center, for helping her through some of the most difficult times in her life and preparing her to be the best mother she can possibly be.
own. And get the help they need with things for their baby that they couldn't afford otherwise." I am honored to have met this courageous young woman. I am humbled that she trusts us with her life. I admire her for the many hours she has devoted to classes here at the PRC, all so she could become a better mom and provide for the needs of her children. It is clients like her that makes our work so rewarding. It’s what keeps me going when I get discouraged. When you think of the PRC and the clients we help, I want you to remember Janelle. It is for young
women (and men) who are struggling through their parenting journey that the PRC exists. So, when you see a young parent (mom or dad) that needs help with their parenting journey, be sure and tell them about the PRC and our services. We are here to help parents through their parenting journey. The Pregnancy Resource Center can be reached by calling (937) 378-6853 or visit the center at 852 Mt. Orab Pike in Georgetown.