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Walk-a-thon raises nearly $14,000 for school CNE Elementary students enjoy helping their school Sun staff

Students at Clermont Northeastern Elementary School got bundled up on a blustery Friday, and walked laps around the district’s track to support their school during the annual walk-athon held Sept. 30. “I love that all the hard work goes right back to the students,” Meg Porter, a third grade teacher who helped organize the event, said. “It is so heartwarming to see the students working so hard.” Students in all grades at the elementary school began raising money about a month ago and had until Oct. 3 to turn their money in. Porter said many of them went to family members, friends and neighbors to collect donations, all of which go right back to the school. “It is so important with the state making so many changes,” Porter said. “Fundraisers are critical.” And while not all the elementary school students were aware how important their efforts were, they still enjoyed the process and the

prizes that go along with fund-raisers. “My favorite part is we get to be with each other,” Angel Haynes, a third grader, said during the walk-a-thon. Getting out of class and being able to socialize with friends was a benefit of the walk-a-thon. Haynes also said she thinks it is important to raise money for the school. Elementary school students from every grade participated in the walk-a-thon and walked for about 30 to 45 minutes around the track. Volunteers helped them keep count of the laps they completed and they were rewarded with refreshments when they were done. Students were also able to earn prizes for raising money, and Porter said some of the bigger prizes included an electric scooter, gift certificates, lunch with the principal and the opportunity to throw a pie in the face of Val Davis, assistant principal. The final amount raised by students this year was just below $14,000, the largest amount the school has ever raised from the walk-a-thon. “This year the money is

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Third graders from left Arianna Hill, Abbey Puckett, Kendra Brooks and Courtney Morrison participate in the walk-a-thon at Clermont Northeastern Elementary School Sept. 30. Students raised almost 14,000 for the school.

going toward student technology,” Porter said. “Software, smart boards and student incentive prizes.”

Superintendent Neil Leist, who attended the walk-athon, said it is one of the biggest fund-raisers of the

year, and the money is really important for the district. “This is great,” Superintendent Leist said as

he walked with students. “We really appreciate the teacher support, volunteer support and parent support.”

Cincinnati Pug Fair attracts pug Two councilmen owners from across the state of Ohio running for mayor Annual charity event raised $2,600 for Ohio Pug Rescue BY KRISTIN BEDNARSKI Sun staff

Stonelick Park was densely populated by short, stocky animals Oct. 1, and they weren’t groundhogs or beavers. They were pugs, many dressed in costumes, all attending the fifth annual Cincinnati Pug Fair. “I’ve never seen so many pugs in one place,” Jack Goodwin, of Cincinnati, said. The Cincinnati Pug Fair is organized by the Cincinnati Pug Meetup Group, locals who meet once a month to share their love of the breed and let their dogs play. The fair provides a chance for owners across the state to do this same thing on a larger scale. “Everything was wonderful,” Debbie Tolle, event organizer, said about the Pug fair. “I got wonderful feedback and everyone had a good time.”

Tolle said about 300 people attended the event this year, and those who braved the weather and came out were able to enjoy shopping vendors, food, entertainment and a costume contest. Guests were also able to socialize with other pug owners and let their pugs play. This year, the theme for the costume contest was “How the West was Pugged,” and many of the small pugs strutted around in country western costumes. “It’s hilarious to see all these pugs,” Missy Young, of Madison Township, said. She and her husband, Rick, drove about an hour to attend the pug fair, and they weren’t the only ones. Several people came from more than 100 miles away. One reason the event is popular each year, aside from the pugs, is because it is a charity event. Proceeds from the event go to the Ohio Pug

Both are looking to improve the village of Bethel BY KRISTIN BEDNARSKI Sun staff

Teresa Livesay, left, and Toni Noertker of Ohio Pug Rescue, participate in the costume contest with several rescue dogs at the Cincinnati Pug Fair Oct. 1. The duo received the best theme award for their country-western costumes.

Rescue, a volunteer organization that operates a surrender, foster care and placement programs for pugs in the state. The fair raised a total of $2,600 this year and all of it will go to the OPR. Tolle said the numbers were down some from last year, probably due to the weather and lower attendance. Several of OPR’s rescue pugs were present at the fair,

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Two Bethel council members will be competing for the title of Mayor in the Nov. 8 election, and both Alan Ausman and Rus Whitley are passionate about the village that they call home. “I grew up in this town, I love this town very much,” Ausman said. “I want the opportunity to improve the looks of the town, stay on course fiscally and do what we’ve been doing lately chipping away at the (village’s) deficit.” Ausman, who graduated from Williamsburg High School, was raised in Tate Township and got to know the village well. Now, he lives in the village, goes to church in the village and serves on various committees. He also works as a professional win-

dow cleaner and has been on village council for four years. “Maybe some will consider us a small community, but we are a close-knit community,” Ausman said about the village. “I like going to IGA and seeing people I know and talking to them.” Ausman said keeping the village a small but pleasant community is his goal. He said he would like to improve the appearance of the village and get people more involved with events and activities that go on inside the village. “I think it’s going to take communication,” Ausman said. “I think our community has always been supportive of events, it takes individuals to step up and do that.” Ausman said being involved in the community himself has enabled him get to know many of the people who live in Bethel. He said taking the time to interact with residents is one of his best qualities as a candidate for mayor.

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STAFF REPORT The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a single-vehicle crash in Tate Township that left an 18-yearold dead Sept. 30. Christopher Thomas, of Mt. Orab, was driving a 2007 red Ford Explorer westbound on Starling Road east of Campbell Lane in Tate Township at approximately 5 p.m. Sept. 30, when his vehi-

cle went off the right side of the road. The vehicle struck three mailboxes and a utility pole before overturning and coming to rest on its top. Thomas was pronounced dead at the scene by Bethel Tate paramedics. Alcohol was not a factor in the crash and Thomas was wearing a seat belt. The crash remains under investigation.

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Continued from page 1 “I am able to talk to people easily,” Ausman said. “I like to listen to people, take advice from people and take it all in.” Ausman said if elected, he would put his experience living and working in the village toward helping to improve the village but also keep it the same kind of place he came to love growing up. “I have always seen Bethel as a vibrant community,” Ausman said. “I would like to see us stay that vibrant community where other communities have lost their identities.” Ausman said in an effort to increase his communication with village residents even more he purchased a phone residents can call if they have questions, concerns, suggestions or even compliments. He can be reached at (513) 767-5878. Competing against Ausman for mayor is his fellow council member Rus Whitley, who also has a passion for improving the village, especially during tough economic times. “I love working in and around Bethel,” Whitley said. “That’s why I settled here in 1994.” Whitley was raised on a farm in Ohio. He served in the United States Marine Corps for nine years and was deployed to Vietnam twice. He worked for Armco Steel for 31 years and is a licensed plumber, electrician and real estate agent. Since moving to Bethel, Whitley has served on council for 1.5 years. He owns a business in the village and is involved with several organizations. “I’ve been devoted to the village for over eight years,” Whitley said. “I have attended every committee meeting and council meeting before I was on council. I watched $2.5 million be spent unwisely.” Whitley said if he were elected mayor he would work to stop unnecessary spending, make cuts and save money. “You should have your budget laid out and only spend so much,” Whitley said. ‘We don’t know how much cut we are going to take from the government, that’s why I think we outta save a little for a rainy day.” Whitely said cutting back spending on things the village does not need will help solve the problem. He said his work experience and experience on council will help him make wise financial decisions if elected. In addition, Whitley said working to improve the infrastructure in the village will help bring business back and spur the economy. “We need to do something about our curbs and gutters going through town,” Whitley said. Whitley said if elected, he would make himself accessible to residents in the village and work to help improve the village. He said being retired means he can devote more time to working as mayor. “You’ve got to think from your heart what’s best for the people in the village,” Whitley said. “And you’ve got to spend the money like it is your own.”

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Basketball Officials Being Sought The Southern Ohio Basketball Officials Association will be offering an instruction class for new basketball officials. The classes will begin Oct. 18 at Western Brown High School in Mount Orab. Each classes starting time is 7 p. m. and each class will last approximately three hours. Additional meeting dates are October 20, 25, 27, November 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22 (test). Students will gain practice on floor experience working scrimmages on other dates as needed, Students will meet all the requirements (25 hours classroom and on floor instruction) to become a licensed Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) basketball official after passing the test. The class instructor, Tim Engel, is a certified OHSAA instructor. The class costs $125 per student and the cost includes books, materials, and OHSAA registration. If interested, or for more information, or to enroll, call Engel at (513) 724-7622 or (513) 235-2470

Batavia High Seeks Girls Assistant Varsity Basketball Coach Batavia High School is in search of an assistant varsity girls basketball coach. If interested, or for more information, call Terry Sheehan, Batavia High School athletic director, (513) 732-2341, extension 129.

Ohio High School Athletic Association Rules on State Boys and Girls Cross Country, Tennis, and Track and Field Events The Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) at its most recent meetings made several decisions dealing with high school sports that will effect some Clermont County teams. Beginning in 2011 the state boys and girls state cross country championship meet will take place at the National Trail in Columbus moving from the Scioto Downs Racetrack. The girls state tennis tournament will use as its indoor facility, in case of inclement weather, the Stickney Tennis Center at Ohio State University. A proposal was made by the track and field coaches to

Milford Junior High Seeks Wrestling Coach Milford Junior High School is seeking a head wrestling coach. Contact Mark Trout, athletic director, (513) 576-2212 or trout_m@milfordschools.org .

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You may not see it posted on your calendar, but Oct. 16 – 22 is National Save for Retirement Week. This annual event, endorsed by Congress, is designed to raise awareness about the importance of saving for retirement — so you may want to take some time this week to review your own

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❑❑❑ The Mt. Moriah United Methodist Women will sponsor a three-day rummage sale to be held in the educational building at 681 Mt. Moriah Drive in Withamsville. The sale will be held from 9 a.m - 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7, and 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8. A $5 bag sale will be held Saturday. Dishes, linens, adult and children's clothing, toys, books, knick knacks, furniture, tools, small, appliances, and much more will be available for thrifty bargain hunters. There will be a large amount of furniture. The merchandise is clean and in good condition. There is always a large selection from which to choose. ❑❑❑

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❑❑❑ The Toot-n-Tell It reunion Party and 50s dance is planned for Saturday, Oct. 15 from 6 11p.m. The event will be held in the multi-purpose building on the Clermont County Fairgrounds. Social hour begins 6 p.m. and the dance at 7:30 p.m. Music by DJ Paul "Ramblin" Rose from WOBO 88.7 FM. The cost of ticket is $12 in advance or $15 at door. For Ticket information, Contact Richard Malott at (513) 724-7870 Bob Wilson at (513) 732-9266 or Rita McQuitty at (937) 695-9022. ❑❑❑ The Frank W. Weaver American Legion Post 237, located at 2215 Old 74, will be having Turkey Shoots at 1 p.m. Saturdays starting Oct. 1. ❑❑❑ AARP 3435 Clermont County Chapter regular meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Post 72 located at 495 Cincinnati/Batavia Pike in Mt. Carmel. Issues concerning members such as new legislation and community needs are discussed and if possible acted upon. Additionally, each meeting ordinarily includes a speaker on topics of interest to seniors and/or entertainment. Light

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refreshments are served. Interested persons are welcome to attend a meeting and see what the chapter may have to offer them. ❑❑❑ If you have struggled with thoughts of suicide or you have lost someone to suicide and need to talk or share your feelings, please come to our support group. Meetings are every Tuesday 6 - 8 p.m. at the Batavia Public Library. If you need more information contact Barbara at (513) 371-6054.

❑❑❑ A caregiver support group meets at 10:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the main office of Clermont Senior Services, 2085 James E. Sauls Sr. Drive (across the parking lot from the YMCA). This support group is open to anyone caring for and/or making decisions for an older adult living in Clermont County. There is no charge for participation, but pre-registration is helpful. Please call Pam at (513) 536-4038. ❑❑❑ National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support meetings for family/friends are held on the third Monday of every month. The support group meets from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. The educational program begins at 7:30 and covers a variety of topics related to mental illness. The meetings are held at the Union Township Civic Center, Queen City Room A, 4350 Aicholtz Road, Cincinnati, OH 45245. ❑❑❑

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A support group for parents that have lost children, The Compassion Friends, meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at St. Timothy Episcopal Church, Beechmont Ave. ❑❑❑ The Clermont County Historical Society and Harmony Hill Association (Williamsburg Historical Society) museums will be open to the public the first Saturday of the month from 1 - 4 p.m. The museums are located at Harmony Hill, 299 S.Third Street, Williamsburg. The Harmony Hill Association display features William Lytle, Father of Clermont County, and Williamsburg’s history. The Clermont County Historical Society archives will be open for research of Clermont County history. Also at the site is the Lytle Diary House, the oldest building in Clermont County. There is no admission charge. The museums can also be visited by making an appointment. ❑❑❑ The East Fork Wood Carvers meet from 6 - 9 p.m. the second and fourth Monday of every month at the Union Township Civic Center. New members, and anyone interested in learning how to carve, are welcome to attend. For more information call John Dotson at (513) 753-1389.

The Clermont County Stamp Club meets twice each month at SEM Laurel Recreation Center, 203 Mound Street in Milford, on the first Tuesday of each month for an informal meeting and the third Wednesday for a formal meeting. For more information call (513) 752-3817. ❑❑❑ The Commodore 64 and 128 are still alive and kicking! They’re even using PC’s as slaves to increase their storage capacity, can be expanded to 16 megs and made to operate 20 times faster than their original speed. E-mail cbmusers@yahoo.com. For more information call Roger Hoyer at 248-0025. ❑❑❑ Everyone is invited to a free meal 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday at the Kitchen of Hope. The Kitchen of Hope is located at Bethel United Methodist Church and its doors are open to anyone who wants a hot meal. Those who are elderly, young, unemployed, underemployed, in need of a hot meal or just in need of fellowship are invited to attend. The church is located 402 West Plane Street, in Bethel. ❑❑❑ A general support group offering a safe place to share your experiences coping with mental illness meets every Wednesday from 12:30 - 2 p.m. at Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 4312 Amelia Olive Branch Road, Batavia. For more information call (513) 732-5418. ❑❑❑ The Disabled American Veterans Clermont County Chapter 63 and its auxiliary will hold monthly meetings on the second Monday of the month. Meetings are held 7 p.m. at the American Legion Post 237, located just off old state Route 32 on Memory Lane in Batavia. All disabled veterans are invited to attend the meetings. ❑❑❑

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Clermont Couty Youth Football League cheer competition held B Y ART HUNTER The Clermont County Youth Football League held its first cheer competition Saturday, Oct. 1 at BethelTate High School. Each youth football team has a cheer squad, and organizers wanted the cheer squads to have the chance to compete in their own sport. “What I saw today was really great,” CCYFL Cheer Director Jenny Miller said. “Everyone was really good sports, everyone cheered everyone else on. This was a really positive youth experience.” A total of 433 girls from 32 teams participated in the event. Each team performed routines that involved dance, cheering, crowd involvement, jumps, and

The Batavia cheer squad performs for the judges.

tumbling. Participating Clermont County Youth Football League teams were from Amelia, Batvia, Bethel, Blanchester, Goshen,

Western Brown. Teams from Hamilton, Sycamore, Glen Este, St. Columban, Greenville, and McNicholas High School also participated in the event.

October is a very important month in your landscape. Your plants are finished storing food and won’t need their leaves any more until spring. While you still have nice weather to work outside, here are some things you’ll want to do: Evergreen shrubs like holly, boxwood and yew can be trimmed now. For tips on the right way to do this, see the article “Shrubs – How to Shear Them” on the Weekly Blog page of our website or click this link: http://www.goodseedfarm.co m/public/index.cfm?fuseaction=articles.view&id=11223 This is also a good time to prune trees. Limb up the lower limbs of young trees and take care of any other problems before they get worse. Again, you can find tree pruning tips on our website blog page. If you like a neat garden, clip back the brown foliage on your perennials. Clip the spent blooms and dead stalks, leaving the green foliage to protect the roots from winter wind. If you find some weeds still growing; pull them out. Perennial weeds are really getting established right now, so if you neglect your beds they’ll be a real challenge next year. This is a good time to scatter fertilizer on the bare soil around plants. We recommend slow-release, multimineral fertilizers like Espoma Plant Tone® and Holly Tone®, which will not burn plants. This type of food will percolate into the soil over the winter, helping plants build strong root systems and set fat flower buds for next season.

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There are lots of good reasons to cut back your perennials at this time of year. (GoodSeed Farm photo)

Most roses are best left alone in fall, since freshly cut tips will die back during winter and will need trimming again in spring. We recommend pruning after new growth buds start to open, except for climbing roses which should only be pruned after they bloom. We recommend cleaning leaf litter from around roses since it can harbor disease, but some clean straw or fresh mulch will help insulate from winter’s cold. See our blog page for tips on pruning the popular Knockout roses. A trip to the garden center might turn up some fall color perennials or woody plants you could add, so you’ll have a more colorful landscape at this time of year. If you like spring bulbs, plant them now. Hardy mums are widely available right now (we have

nice ones) and are great for adding a fresh burst of color. If you’d like to see what perfect, pedigreed hardy mums look like, stop to see us at the Appalachian Artisan’s Fest in Winchester this weekend (Oct. 7-8-9). Here’s the link for details: http://www.appalachianmountainartisansfest.com/ Or you could come to GoodSeed Farm. The next two Saturdays (Oct. 8 and 15) will finish out our fall season, and spectacular mums are the main attraction. Steve Boehme is the owner of GoodSeed Farm Country Nursery & Landscape, located on Old State Route 32 three miles west of Peebles. To e-mail your landscaping questions click “Contact Us” from their website at www.goodseedfarm.com or call (937) 587-7021.

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It’s a sad fact of life, though, that dogs rarely outlive their people. It’s also a fact that nothing lasts forever. Leland Duncan didn’t prepare for either inevitability. Though there were other Rintys and other chances to showcase his dogs’ talents, nothing, for Lee, was ever the same. Deeply researched and endlessly entertaining, “Rin Tin Tin” is one of those books you just want to savor. That’s a good thing, too, because author Susan Orlean doesn’t hurry her tale at all; instead, she allows readers to wander along in her exploration of her subjects’ lives. I loved this book, not just because it’s a dog-lover’s treat, but for the sense of time-travel that Orlean brings to it: so much has changed since Rinty made his first movie, and Orlean puts it all into perspective with a little history, a little culture, and some personal references to make things interesting. She also looks at the Rin Tin Tin legacy and the dogfight that came from it. If you’re a dog lover, a Rin Tin Tin fan, or if you’re feeling a little nostalgic, this is a book to sink your teeth into. For you, “Rin Tin Tin” is something to bring home. The Bookworm is Terri Schlichenmeyer. Terri has been reading since she was 3-years-old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives on a hill in Wisconsin with two dogs and 12,000 books.

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Your favorite celebrity lives in a big house. You’ve never actually visited that big house, but you’ve seen pictures and wow: sumptuous bedrooms with ridiculously huge beds, lush lawns, garage-doorsize fireplaces, serious marble bathrooms, and a kitchen that belongs in a five-star French restaurant. It almost makes your place look like a doghouse by comparison. But - depending on the doghouse - that might be a good thing, as you’ll see in the new book “Rin Tin Tin: The Life and The Legend” by Susan Orlean. For Leland Duncan, growing up without a father was bad. Being temporarily left in an orphanage by his mother was worse. But each time he was forced to leave behind yet another beloved dog, the pain was almost unbearable. Memories of abandonment were perhaps on his mind when, while serving in France during World War I, Lee found a litter of puppies in a bombed-out kennel. Feeling a kinship with the animals, he rescued and raised them, and eventually kept his two favorites, naming them after a 1918 French fad. It was a struggle for Lee to get Nanette and Rin Tin Tin to America, but he wasn’t leaving France without his dogs. Sadly, Nanette sickened and died before Lee could get both dogs to his home in California and while he mourned her death, it was in “Rinty” that Lee saw the most potential. Dog and master bonded as Lee devoted his life to training Rinty. Lee had a dream of making his dog a star in movies, which was then a relatively new medium. Film footage had been taken of Rinty in action and Lee literally knocked on doors to drum up interest in the pup. He quickly got a contract and Rin Tin Tin just as quickly became a star, complete with tour schedule and private kennel.

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Smart Ways to Spring Back into Action arthritis can be hereditary, many cases of osteoarthritis are due to repetitive motions or injuries to specific joints from work-relat-

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* Begin gradually. After spending time cooped up indoors as a relative couch potato, one might be inclined to hit the ground running. But muscles and joints that haven't been worked out in a while could be more sensitive to injury. People can start with several minutes of stretching and work up to their former activity levels over the course of a several weeks. An avid runner may want to begin by walking briskly or shaving his or her 5-mile run down to 2 miles and working up. * Pay attention to pain. While any activity that pushes the body can result in some soreness, particularly if a person is out of shape or has been out of

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years of operation. Yes!, what they paid 9 years ago, they pay today. They

right next to the 32 Business Center will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary next year. They have served Brown County seniors by creating affordable housing that is fantastic. The 90 apartment units vary in size and cost. A 1 bedroom with no garage (720 sq. ft.) starts at $425 monthly and a 2 bedroom with a garage (1200 sq. ft.) starting at $600 monthly. They also have a deluxe version that is over 1500 sq. ft. Some of the units have been customized to suit the special needs of a new tenant. The 32 Senior Community is privately owned and is not income based, nor is it government housing. They are proud to acknowledge that the tenants have not had a base rent increase in 9

also boast that they have very senior friendly housing. You may ask: What is senior friendly? Here is a list that might help explain. 1. Slab floor plan (no steps.) 2. Parking and garages by the front door.

3. Garbage pick-up at the front door twice a week. 4. Mail boxes 30 ft. from front entry door. 5. 36” door opening throughout the unit. 6. Most bathrooms are ADA designed (walk-in

Jerry Seale is the acting manager of this facility and urges everyone to stop on by apartment #132 or call 937-444-1708 and he would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. The community’s goal is to maintain

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Cold weather impacts more than the environment. Just as the landscape seems weary and brittle when covered in snow and ice, and animals have been sequestered in hibernation, cold weather can also take its toll on the human body. Individuals who experience arthritis or joint aches and pains from jobs and past injuries, may have their symptoms exacerbated when the temperature is brisk. Rebounding once the weather warms up may require gradual changes and a smart strategy, including natural pain-relief products that don't carry the side effects or stigma of prescription meds. "A few years ago I slipped and broke my ankle that required two surgeries and repair with several pins and a metal rod," says Jeanette S. "The stiffness that still occurs in my ankle can be uncomfortable, particularly when I've been inactive for a while. The pain also deters me from participating in many activities even when Ifeel like getting outdoors." More than 40 million people in the U.S. have arthritis, according to reports from the organization, Caring 4 Arthritis. Osteoarthritis, or the gradual degeneration of cartilage between the joints that results in pain and stiffness, is the most common form of arthritis. While

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As men and women might dictate which option on staff who evaluate each enter their golden years, is the best fit. Men and individual and determine many decide they can no women who have a med- which level of care is the longer maintain best fit. their homes and Research Policies choose to downand Procedures grade to something Each facility should smaller, be it an be ready and willing to apartment or a conshare and discuss its dominium. For milpolicies and procelions of others, dures with regards to health plays a sigresidents. What is the nificant role when procedure when a resideciding where to dent has a medical move when it's time emergency? What if a to sell their homes. resident finds a living According to the situation unpleasant? AARP, slightly more What is the facility's than five percent of philosophy regarding people 65 years and staff and resident interolder reside in nursaction? What are the ing homes, congrefacility's hiring pracgate care, assisted tices, including certifiliving, and boardcation requirements, and-care homes. for its personnel? Statistics Canada A host of factors, including staff What is the ratio of notes that by 2004- interaction with residents, staff to residents? 05, the most recent facility should be should be considered when Each year for which staable to answer these tistics are available, choosing an elderly care facility. questions promptly one in 30 and adequately. Those Canadians over the age of ical condition that requires who can't should be 65 were living in homes for routine monitoring will checked off the list of resithe aged. Though no one almost certainly want a dences to consider. plans to live in a nursing skilled nursing facility. But Facility Ratings home, seniors and their those without medical conAccording to the AARP, families should at least ditions who need help with know what to look for just in simpler tasks of everyday case. life are likely to have those Determine Individual needs met by an intermediNeeds ate facility. Some facilities Men and women provide both types of care, researching potential living which can make transitionfacilities might find it difficult ing from one to another to determine their specific much easier if or when that needs. Unforeseen health need arises. Facilities typiconditions, for instance, cally have intake planners

recent research has shown that nonprofit nursing homes offer higher-quality care, better staff-resident ratios, and have fewer health violations than facilities managed by for-profit companies. Men and women researching facilities can visit Caring.com, an online resource for men and women caring for aging relatives. The Web site enables adults to compare nursing homes in their areas, including if a home is for profit or nonprofit, and the home's capacity. U.S. residents can even learn each facility's Medicare ratings, which are determined by examining the safety of the facility and its overall quality of care and a host of other factors. Get a Firsthand Account of the Facility Before choosing a facility for themselves or an elderly relative, individuals should spend some time at the facilities they're considering to get a firsthand account of what life at that facility is like. Observe the staff interactions with resi-

dents, including if they address residents with respect and patience. How do the current residents look? Are they unkempt and left to their own devices, or do they appear well groomed and are they encouraged to interact with other residents? Does the facility seem warm and welcoming, or is it antiseptic? The move to an elderly care facility is often difficult and sometimes depressing,

so each of the above conditions can carry significant weight when choosing a facility. Finding a nursing home or a similar facility for yourself or an aging relative is not necessarily easy. Men and women facing such a difficult decision should begin the process as early as possible to ensure they find the facility that is the best fit.

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* Make a list. Keep a list of important phone numbers, including the doctor and the local pharmacy, on a central list so that it is easy to contact the person in case of an emergency. * Expect extra costs. Some procedures may be covered by health insurance, others may not. Family members may have to rally together to offset costs for medical care outside the realm of insurance. * Get help. Many family members want to be the sole caregiver for a parent or spouse who has left the hospital. But the demand of around the clock care can sometimes be overwhelming. Caregivers should not be embarrassed to ask for help, even if that means hiring a professional. Providing the best care for the patient should be the priority. * Patient support: The newly discharged patient may have mixed feelings about being at home and fawned over. Therefore, caregivers should tread lightly to develop a strategy that works well for everyone.

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At some point in a person's life he or she will spend time in a hospital and have to transition home after recovery. For seniors this is a common occurrence and one that can be particularly troublesome. A little planning can make the process easier on the patient and the caregiver. * Plan early. Learn when the discharge date will be and find out what will be needed at home. Talk with hospital staff about what equipment can make recovery at home easier. A caregiver may get recommendations on nearby medical supply stores and other vendors that can provide what's needed, such as visiting nurses. * Rearrange the home. Certain things at home may need to be changed depending on why the person was hospitalized. Individuals with crutches or in a wheelchair may need extra space made in the home to travel safely. If the patient normally sleeps upstairs, a bed may need to be set up downstairs instead. Ramps may need to be installed over stairs as well.

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Home Repair Program Receives Grant Clermont Senior Services recently was awarded $13,000 from the

grants to local nonprofit agencies struggling to respond to the ever-widen-

Before Greater Cincinnati Foundation for critical and safety related home repairs for seniors. The grant is part of The Weathering the Economic Storm (WTES) funding partnership. This partnership began in 2009 for the purpose of awarding emergency

ing impact of the economic recession on the region’s most vulnerable citizens. Since its inception, the WTES fund has served more than 65,000 individuals and awarded more than $4.3 million to 116 organizations. “GCF funds we received will help some of

our customers who cannot afford repairs to stay in their own homes. We are

After grateful to have their support,” says Helen Fisher, Home Repair & Customer Resources Coordinator. “We have many seniors who cannot afford basic materials, such as, grab bars, hand rails, and other safety-related items that would help keep them from falling,” she added.

Fisher is a Clermont Senior Services representative for the Clermont County Fall Prevention Coalition. This coalition includes the county’s health department, fire departments, EMS services, and Mercy Hospital-Clermont. “The coalition’s goal is to reduce the number of falls that have an impact on our county’s resources,” she said. The Weathering the Economic Storm funding partnership is a complement that is helping the coalition meet their goal. For more information about the programs of Clermont Senior Services, call 513-724-1255 or check online at www.clermontseniors.com.

dence levels. Some schools and libraries even institute programs where dogs are invited as the audience to student readers. * Seizure alert: Some dogs are trained to alert epileptics and those with seizure disorders to an upcoming episode, although this method of detection is not always foolproof. In general, seizure dogs provide companionship and security to a person during and after an episode. * Cancer therapy: Getting diagnosed with cancer can be a stressful event. Going through chemotherapy and radiation can take its toll on the body. Cancer patients often need all of the love and affection they can get or sometimes just a quiet companion. In a program like Pets for Pals, therapy dogs sit with cancer

patients, often sensing what ill people need. Dogs have the innate ability to

love unconditionally. Having a dog around gives patients a different topic of conversation other than their health and treatment. Petting a dog has been known to lower blood pressure and reduce stress as well. * Helping hands:

Today, as many as 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. Factoring in the number of sufferers worldwide, Alzheimer's is affecting the lives of millions of people on a daily basis. Finding a cure for the disease is of the utmost importance for the families and friends coping with Alzheimer's. Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder named for Alois Alzheimer, the German physician who first described the condition in the early 1900s. Alzheimer's is a fatal, progressive brain disease. Symptoms may start out quite mild and then grow more intrusive as the disease progresses. Today, it is the seventh leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Alzheimer's Association. Dementia is one of the primary symptoms of Alzheimer's, and people

with the disease can go from normal function in their lives to completely compromised living. Memory loss, confusion, inability to handle daily tasks, and many other symptoms are symptoms of the disease. Eventually, the brain cannot control the normal functions of the body, which can lead to fatality. During the last 20 years, doctors and researchers have made strides toward finding a cure and successful treatments for Alzheimer's Disease. However, more research is needed and that requires funding and donations from concerned individuals. The Alzheimer's Association accepts donations to continue their work toward finding a cure and educating individuals about this debilitating disease. To learn more visit, www.alz.org.

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The talents of therapy dogs Many people think of therapy dogs as guide dogs leading the blind, or dogs sitting with seniors at an assisted living facility. While therapy dogs are responsible for these jobs, they do so much more -including acting as a trusted companion for someone diagnosed with cancer. Although many therapy dogs are specially trained in their roles, just about any well-mannered dog can serve in a therapeutic capacity. People may be surprised at all the many assistance roles dogs can play. * Help children read: Dogs are not judgmental and offer no criticism, which makes them prime helpers for children who need help learning to read or who have stage fright. Children can read stories to dogs who listen quietly and build up their confi-

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Individuals who are handicapped may rely on dogs to do tasks around the house, from turning on lights to grabbing remote controls. Some dogs help companions move around a space by offering stability and a handhold. * Security: Dogs have long been used as security guards. But even if a dog isn't a trained guard, he or she can alert if something is amiss in the house or if someone is at the door or outside of the home. Individuals who live alone can benefit from the companionship and level of security that dogs provide. Many therapy and service dogs start their lives as stray dogs or shelter dogs. Some training facilities actually seek out calm, well-mannered shelter dogs and give them a new lease on life as a person's helper or companion.

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Many people are apprehensive about getting older because of the fear of losing their faculties. Individuals may worry that dementia could rob them of precious memories and make daily living more difficult. Many factors can contribute to the onset of dementia, and recent research notes those factors include heart disease, strokes and other serious health conditions that affect the circulatory system. But other seemingly harmless conditions can play a role, too. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle could help seniors fend off dementia. Researchers in Canada studied data on more than 7,000 survey participants who answered questions of overall health. While circulatory diseases did correlate high to dementia onset, researchers discov-

ered additional conditions, including arthritis, sinus infections, incontinence,

and poor hearing, also played a role. The correlation between circulatory issues and brain function may be obvious, but researchers aren't exactly sure why minor health infractions could contribute to senility. Some suggest that people with the burden of health problems may not be able to successfully thwart deterioration of the brain that comes with dementias, including Alzheimer's disease. The World Alzheimer

Report states that more than 35 million people around the world are living with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. These are largely brain-destroying illnesses that have no cure. But adults might be able to prevent or delay its onset. Placing a greater emphasis on overall health may help. According to Dr. Kenneth Rockwood, MD, a professor of geriatric medicine and neurology at Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, who participated in the dementia study published in July 2011 in the journal Neurology, "the best thing people can do to stay physically healthy -- and thus maintain their brains, too -- is to exercise." Other things that can be done include adopting a healthy, balanced diet and keeping the brain active as much as possible. Here are ways

to do just that. * Seniors can participate in low-impact exercises that promote muscle strength and flexibility. Water exercises are very good because they don't place strain on the joints. Stretching routines, like yoga or tai chi, are also effective. Exercise plans should be discussed with a health care provider prior to starting. * Work with a nutritionist to develop a healthy eating plan. A healthy diet is essential to keep many diseases at bay, including diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and even to help maintain proper digestion. * Keep the brain active by engaging in puzzles, like crosswords or sudoku. Reading is a way to stimulate vocabulary and also keep the brain sharp. Interact with people on a daily basis and engage in conversation.

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Follow the 3 'P's of home renovation Every home project begins with an idea and ends with the culmination of the job. In between, there are three main components of an improvement project that can mean the difference between success and frustration: Planning, permits and protection.

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ments. In essence, building permits are how the government regulates safety and protects both current and future residents of the property. In many cases, homeowners will need to visit the municipal building in their respective towns and apply for a permit. The permit may not immediately be issued. Oftentimes,

Before starting any project, be sure to consider the 3 Ps. and then compare it against the available funds. Permits Many projects, especially those involving building, demolition, electrical work, or mold remediation, require permits issued by the town, province or city in which the work will be taking place. The purpose of permits and subsequent inspections is often questioned by homeowners looking to circumvent the system. However, building permits are required to ensure public safety, health and welfare as they are affected by building construction, structural strength, zoning, and code require-

there is a waiting period during which the project's legality and safety is examined. Once the project is approved, the applicant will be able to file for the actual permit(s). There is usually a fee or fees for permit application, which covers any clerical work. Work should not begin until a permit is received, and then the permit generally has to be placed in plain sight, such as in a window of the building. Depending on building codes, inspections of the work may need to take place after all of the project is completed or during certain phases. For example, the building of a deck may require inspections after footings are installed and

secured, and before the upper portions of the decking materials are attached. If an inspection takes place afterward, the inspector will be looking for key code issues to determine whether the work was completed successfully. If a contractor was used, he or she may have to be present at the time of the inspection. If the work passes, an approval will be given and put on record. If the work fails, applicable repairs will have to be made and a re-inspection will be scheduled. Should a home be put on the market, all permits may need to be on file or in the homeowners' possession in order for a certificate of occupancy to be issued to the new buyer. Failure to have permits can hold up the process or result in fines. Protection Homeowners about to begin a project also need to emphasize safety. There are a number of things that can be on hand to make a work environment safer. These include: • Eye protection: This is especially important when working with flying debris, cutting items, mixing caustic chemicals, etc. • Respirator or face mask: Cover the nose or mouth when there is dust or debris in the air that can enter the lungs. When working with toxic fumes, such as when using spray paints or chemical lubricants, a respirator can offer clean air.

• Boots: Proper footwear ensures protection should an item fall on the foot or when walking where nails or other sharp items are located. • Fire extinguisher: A fire extinguisher should be nearby in the event of a mishap. • First aid kit: An abrasion or cut may occur, requiring prompt care. • Gloves: When the hands need to be protected or extra traction on surfaces is required, gloves can be a necessity.

• Headphones: Safety headphones can protect the ears against loud, consistent noises from power equipment and tools. • Locks: A locked cabinet can store tools, paints, chemicals, and other improvement supplies so that young children or pets won't have access. When homeowners take the time to plan, obtain permits, and secure the needed protection for a job, they help ensure a safer job that is done correctly.

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Saving Green by Being Green Three simple fixes to help save money and winterize around the house. There are numerous, simple projects at homeowners' fingertips that can conserve energy in a home and keep money in the bank. Although windows, doors and siding are the biggest opportunities to conserve energy and reduce costs, not every project has to be a major one. When it comes to improving energy efficiency, every little bit helps. Using the right products helps to ensure that projects are done correctly and withstand the test of time. Below are a few easy weekend projects to get any house ready for the winter. Garage doors are usually the single largest entry point into a home and are rarely insulated, leaving a large area where air can seep in. Rubber thresholds, found at any hardware store, can be easily and quickly installed underneath the garage door to help keep the cold at bay. Since most garage

doors are aluminum, it is best to use a two-part epoxy like Gorilla Epoxy to secure these two different materials together. Epoxy fills any surface gaps, creating a lasting, waterresistant bond. The pressure and weight of the door then helps seal the garage when the door is closed. A similar type of seal can be made with a rubber gasket on exterior doors as well. By creating a tighter seal on this entry door, cold air is prevented from getting in and the warm air from getting out. When the weather dips below freezing, there is a good chance that copper pipes will freeze. This is a potentially messy and costly issue that can be easily prevented. While it might be harder to get to the pipes behind the walls, exposed pipes in the basement can be wrapped without difficulty. Flexible foam with a split-sleeve, purchased from any hardware store, will slip right over the pipes and can be easily secured with Gorilla Tape. This heavy duty tape contains twice the adhesive as

most duct tapes and outperforms standard duct tape in these tough situations. Either wrap tape around the insulating foam or run the entire length to seal the seam. Even areas where freezing does not pose a threat can benefit by keeping the pipes a more consistent temperature, and preventing costly drywall leaks caused by pipe condensation. Attics, even when insulated, are a major source of lost heat. However, most homeowners forget to complete their insulation project by insulating the access door to the attic. For this project, it is best to use rigid foam insulation with a radiant barrier. Cut the insulation board to the door's dimensions. (It is best to cut the piece a tad smaller than the door's exact size to ensure that it does not interfere with hinges or where the door seats into place.) Once cut, affix the insulation board using polyurethane glue. Gorilla Glue is one of the only adhesives that can glue foam to a wood or metal attic door without

More green home improvements • Conserve water. Turn off the tap between brushing teeth or rinsing off dishes. Better yet, install low-flow faucets, showerheads and toilets that reduce the consumption of water in the household. • Aluminum-clad storm door: Insulate the entryway of your home with a storm door that will buffer against harsh weather conditions. While you're creating a more airtight space, caulk around windows and doors. • Replace air filters. Your HVAC system likely has filters inside that trap dirt and contaminants. Replacing the filters leads to cleaner indoor air and helps the unit run more efficiently. • Power strips: Stock up on power strips and plug all of your peripherals and computer equipment into these strips. This way when you want to power down everything completely, you simply turn off the power button on the strip. This ensures no devices are drawing power even in the off position, which many do. • Install fans. Fans aren't just useful in the summer. In the winter, the blades can be set to rotate in the opposite direction and help draw warm air into the room, heating more efficiently.

melting the foam. Also, remember to wet one surface prior to gluing and clamp the project by weighting it down with some heavy items. This polyurethane glue expands into the surface of the insulation and creates a tight bond ensuring the insulation will stay in place for the life of the home. All of these winterizing projects are easy, quick, and can be completed within a weekend. Armed with a few supplies from the local hardware store, energy and heat savings are just a few moments away. More information is available at www.gorillatough.com.

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Planning The initial stage of a renovation is the planning stage. Planning is when a homeowner works through the concept of the project and determines what is necessary to complete the task. Many people find it helpful to write out plans and draw up the concept on paper. This doesn't require expensive architectural software. A simple piece of graph paper plotted with measurements and a sketch is often sufficient for small projects. If the job will be expansive and require an architect or engineer, he or she will often provide a technical drawing. If the project focuses more on decorating than building, some find it helpful to create a design board. This is where fabric swatches, paint color samples, pictures of furniture and accessories, and any other components of the room are put together. Having a design board enables the homeowner to go to the store with board in tow and match up items to things in the store. Another part of the planning stage is establishing a

budget and determining the project's financing. It can be helpful to make a list of all income and expenses and find out how much funding is left over for a project. When getting estimates on the work, whether it will be done by a contractor or a DIY project, the homeowner should then make a list of approximate costs (rounding up)

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deSha’s Restaurant 30th Anniversary deSha’s Restaurant and Bar is the brainchild of Nick Sanders, a native of Lexington. Mr. Sanders, founder and CEO of Tavern Restaurant Group, headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, has more than fortyfive years of experience in the restaurant industry. In 1981, Mr. Sanders opened deSha’s, his first full-serve restaurant. deSha’s opened it’s doors with 83

seats, a beer and wine license, and a menu featuring American cuisine and an upscale, yet comfortable atmosphere with an emphasis on customer service. In 1982, deSha’s obtained a liquor license and added a bar, which served a full menu as well as becoming the place to see and to be seen. The following year, an outdoor

courtyard was built to accommodate the growing bar crowd. Later, this area was enclosed in order to be utilized year-round. Over the next several years, other changes were made, including menu re-vamping and decor changes, without ever losing the original concept of serving fresh quality food, generous portions, in an upscale, yet casual ambiance. The success of

the establishment prompted Mr. Sanders to follow-up with a second deSha’s, located in “Victorian Square” in Lexington and a third in Cincinnati at “Harper’s Point”. deSha’s largest renovation occurred in 1996, when seating was increased to 200. deSha’s now has a bar and four dining rooms, three of which can be used for private parties. In addi-

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Gobble Up This Turkey Trivia Roughly 45 million turkeys are sold and cooked for Thanksgiving meals every year in the United States. As families dig into that delicious meal, some may wonder more about the delicious bird before them. Here are some known and lesser-known facts about Tom Turkey. * The taste of turkeys has to do with their age. An older male is preferable to a younger male, because the young "tom" is stringy. Conversely, younger female hens are preferred to older ones. * A turkey less than 16 weeks old is called a fryer. An older turkey between 5 and 7 months of age is known as a roaster. * Turkeys are a type of pheasant. They are the only breed of poultry native to the Western Hemisphere. * The turkey is no exception to other birds. Sometimes it likes to spend the night in trees. * The first turkeys to domesticated were from Mexico and Central America. In Mexico, the turkey was a sacrificial bird. * Male turkeys make the commonly known "gobble" sound, particularly during breeding seasons to attract a mate. Females, however, cluck. * A mature turkey will have about 3,500 feathers. That's a lot of plucking to do before the bird can be eaten. * Minnesota and North Carolina produce the most turkeys for sale annually. * The skin that hangs from a turkey's neck is known as a wattle. The fleshy growth on the base of the beak is known as the snood. * Every year 90 percent of Americans enjoy a turkey dinner for Thanksgiving, compared to 50 percent on Christmas. * America doesn't consume the most turkey per capita; Israel does.

environmentally friendly ways to handle leaf removal. There are some other tactics you can take. Instead of thinking about ways to remove leaves, a greener idea is to think of ways to repurpose leaves. Even though they've passed their prime on the limbs of trees, fallen leaves can be an essential part of the ecosystem after they've fallen. Much about mulch Fallen leaves can make an ideal mulch, helping to deliver nutrients to the soil during the stark, winter months. Placing shredded leaves around the base of shrubbery and trees can help insulate the root systems and nourish them. Decomposing leaves also provide food to soil insects, including earthworms. 'Leaf' them alone Unless the lawn is completely inundated with leaves, it's alright to leave some behind. Animals preparing their winter nests or hibernation can collect leaves and use them to insulate their cozy retreats. Leaves can act as fertilizer to the lawn and also food sources to insects. Get composting Savvy homeowners who have a compost pile to create "black gold" for their vegetables and flowers can add fallen leaves to the pile as part of the secret recipe

to wonderful fertilizer. What's more, because this compost pile is likely close by, individuals won't need to cart heavy leaves long distances for disposal. Simply wheelbarrow them over to the compost heap and dump. Rake for health Leaf blowers may make fast work of gathering leaves to one area, but they are noisy, smelly and burn gasoline unnecessarily. Instead, look to the oldfashioned garden rake. A person won't need to visit the gym that day because raking can burn hundreds of calories in an hour and work the muscles in the arms and shoulders effectively. For those prone to blisters, wear gloves and take frequent breaks. Ideal insulation Leaves can insulate more than chipmunk nests. Rake some into bags to place around the perimeter of the home's foundation for a little extra weatherproofing when it's cold. Surround outdoor garden containers to insulate the soil of delicate plants that will overwinter outside or in the garage. Trees like palms or figs that need to be covered when it gets cold can get extra warmth from insulating bags of leaves. Art projects Although you can't use all of the leaves that fall from

tion to serving from an extensive menu, deSha’s offers daily lunch and dinner features, a party menu for large groups, and carryout ability. deSha’s will be celebrating it’s 30th Anniversary in September, and will be hosting an outdoor cookout on October 1st. This celebration is open to the public, and deSha’s encourages any former employ-

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(513) 831-9141 Raking leaves is a green way to clean-up the landscape. trees, children and adults can make home decor or art projects with some of the best of the bunch. String leaves for autumn decorating garlands on mailboxes or around doors. Press leaves between waxed paper and iron lightly to make keepsakes. Place leaves in between pieces of clear contact paper or laminating paper. Cut around the leaf design and punch a hole at the top for a hanging string. Use as a bookmark, ornament or doorknob sign. The possibilities for green uses to autumn leaves are many. This fall homeowners can be environmentally conscious in their leaf clean-up.

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Every fall homeowners are faced with cascades of red, purple, orange, and yellow leaves falling from the sky. Amid this rainbow of autumn activity, some people still have "green" on their minds -- as in ecofriendly ways they can embark on fall clean-up. Removing leaves from the lawn and yard is a task that few people relish. It can often mean hours spent gathering leaves and then finding ways to dispose of them. Some homeowners stack leaves at the curb in bins and bags. Others torch them in a huge bonfire. Still others scatter them to the street with a gas-powered blower. While these methods may be fast or efficient in their own ways, they are not the most

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Dig into these pumpkin facts (462 words, US, UK, CAN) Pumpkins are a common sight come around Halloween. This fruit of the fall is often used in decorating the interior and exterior of homes, but can be an integral component of cooking and baking as well. Little thought is given to pumpkins and their makeup. But pumpkin afficionados who want to know more about these delicious gourds can dig into the following facts.

in breads and cakes. Pumpkin puree can replace the oil in cake recipes much in the same way applesauce can. Adding pumpkin to recipes provides a healthy way to increase nutritional value. There are many interesting pieces of trivia regarding pumpkins. Here are some things to ponder. * Pumpkins were once believed to eliminate freckles and were also used as a remedy for snake bites.

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* In 2007, people in Boston earned the world record for the most lit pumpkins with 30,128 twinkling jack-o-lanterns. * Thousands of people participate in pumpkin chucking, an event where air cannons propel pumpkins thousands of feet. Each year people compete to see who can launch a pumpkin the farthest. * On September 25, 2010, people in New Bremen, Ohio, broke their own record when they baked a 3,699 pound pumpkin, surpassing their prior record of 2,020 pounds. Pumpkins are a seasonal delight to many come the fall. climates and are grown But in addition to being on all of the continents delicious, they're also except Antarctica. interesting. In colonial times, settlers and natives alike relied on pumpkin as a staple of their diets. The British saw the possibilities of pumpkins as a food source and brought seeds back to Europe to enjoy as well. Pumpkins are comprised of several parts. The pumpkin is covered in a skin that surrounds the pulp, or the meaty part of the pumpkin. The stem is at the top of the pumpkin and connects to the vine. Tendrils are thin pieces of vine that tether the pumpkin to the ground to protect it from the wind and weather. The inside of the pumpkin is known as the cavity and can contain seeds and fibrous strands. The bottom of the pumpkin is known as the blossom end because that's where the flower started before the pumpkin formed. Most varieties of pumpkins are edible, but some taste better than others. Once pumpkins turn orange they can be eaten. People bake the meat into pies, soups and stews. It can also be used

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Story of Cincinnati Pine In 1982, I started working for an evergreen tree nursery in southwestern Ohio. In the spring of 1983 while working for that nursery, we were contracted to dig some white pine for a gentleman by the name of Chuck Diebel. He worked for the Hamilton County Park District as a landscape supervisor at that time. I enjoyed working with him and we talked about working together in the

future. In the summer of 1983, I located a plantation of white pine trees growing in eastern Kentucky. After further investigation, I decided to purchase approximately 23,000 of those trees. When I told Chuck about the trees I had contracted to buy, he expressed an interest in starting a business together. He provided some needed start up money, so we decided to

form a partnership in July of 1983. We agreed to use Cincinnati Pine as our company name because potential customers would be able to identify with both our location and product. In June of 1987, Cincinnati Pine was charted as an S-corporation in the state of Ohio. We also moved the company to our present location at 4578 St. Rt. 276 in Batavia, OH. We continued to sell trees pur-

Cheap ways to freshen the house Most people want their living spaces to smell clean and fresh. However, pets, aromas from the kitchen, cigarette smoke, and other things can make a home smell bad. Here are inexpensive ways to remedy all that. * Find the source of the bad smell and eliminate it. This could be a garbage pail sitting in the sun or sink disposal that's filled with food debris. * Use a chunk of cedar or sandalwood in drawers and closets for a fresh woodsy smell. * Simmer some cinnamon sticks and water in a pot on the stove. * Dab a favorite essential oil onto a piece of fabric and stash it wherever you

want a pleasant smell -even in the car. * Toss a used dryer sheet in the linen closet to keep sheets and towels smelling freshly washed. * Grow herbs in a window box. When the breeze blows, the fresh smell of basil or rosemary will come into the home. * Keep fresh flowers or plants inside the home. They'll filter the air and provide a pleasant aroma. * Use lemons to clean the sink and kitchen surfaces for a fresh, citrus smell. * Bake some cookies or another dessert for a wonderful aroma. * Place a tray of fallen pine needles on a cookie sheet sprayed with a little water into a warm oven.

The pine scent will fill the house. * Push cloves into an orange. Hang the clovestudded orange on a string and place in a corner. The orange clove scent will slowly fill the room. * Open up the windows and let fresh air in. * Soak cotton balls in vanilla and stash around the house. * Bathe and groom pets frequently. * Use a favorite-scented reed diffuser, which will lightly scent the house for weeks. * Keep a pot of water with potpourri on a wood-burning stove or radiator for a wonderful scent.

chased from the tree farm in eastern Kentucky. My partner and I worked together until 1989 when he decided to pursue a different career. I continued to develop the company and implemented a wider product line. We began to carry varieties of spruce, combined with various shade and ornamental trees. We further continued to broaden our product and service base in the years ahead

and we now offer landscape design & installation, waterfalls, ponds & natural stream effects, landscape lighting, evergreen tree privacy screens and uniblock & stone retaining walls. The original vision that started Cincinnati Pine was a desire to promote an atmosphere of moral and ethical standards based on honesty and fairness. We also wanted to provide quality products and serv-

ice helping set high standards for the horticulture industry. We are family owned and operated. My wife and two sons also help in the daily operation of the business. Cincinnati Pine strides to perform excellence in customer service. Come visit us. We welcome the opportunity to meet you!

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