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Local News Clayton house fire claims woman’s life Recycle unwanted electronics June 22 in Englewood ENGLEWOOD — The cities of Brookville, Clayton, Englewood and Union are partnering with Goodwill Easter Seals Miami Valley for a community electronics recycling event on Saturday, June 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Englewood Government Center, 333 W. National Road. Goodwill Easter Seals Miami Valley is a participant in the Dell ReConnect program and follows the highest standards for environmental safety. The program helps GESMV provide a variety of jobs for people with disabilities in the community. Working and non-working items accepted include computers, monitors, hard drives, printers, toner cartridges, keyboards, mice, speakers, cords/cables, software, routers/switches, fire walls, servers and scanners. Receipts for tax purposes will be provided to those who donate. “We are looking forward to collaborating with Goodwill Easter Seals Miami Valley and giving northern Montgomery County residents an opportunity to recycle their unwanted computers and accessories. This event is part of a bigger effort to help all of our residents safely dispose of electronics equipment and we appreciate Goodwill’s partnership in this effort,” says Teri Davis, city of Englewood For more information, contact Goodwill Easter Seals e-cycling at (937) 4618463 or email ecycle@gesmv.org.

Sex abuse support group offered TROY — A support group for survivors of sexual abuse will meet every third Saturday of the month, beginning at 1:30 p.m. on the second floor of Troy Hayner Center 301 W. Main Street, Troy. For more information, call Ginny Hoehne at 937-295-3912 or Kris Ward at 937-2720308.

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CLAYTON — A fire in the early morning hours Sunday at a home at 4290 Crownwood Avenue claimed the life of a 62-year-old woman. According to Clayton fire officials, the woman was bed-ridden and was unable to escape from the burning home. The Montgomery County Coroner’s office identified the woman as Linda Brown. A relative also inside the home was not able to help her escape, according to firefighters. The fire broke out around 4 a.m. and flames were showing when fire crews arrived shortly after being

dispatched to the scene about 4:15 a.m. Clayton fire officials said both occupants were sleeping on the ground floor of the two-story dwelling. Fire officials believe the fire also started on the ground floor. Englewood, Harrison Township and Trotwood fire departments assisted Clayton in battling the blaze. The home sustained heavy damage but no damage estimate has been released, according to Brian Garver, Clayton assistant fire chief. Garver said the State Fire Marshal would be further investigating the cause of the fire.

Rowlands hired as Fillmore, CA city manager By RON NUNNARI Independent Editor Rnunnari@civitasmedia.com CLAYTON — At its council meeting on Tuesday, June 11 the city of Fillmore, CA approved the appointment of David Rowlands to the position of city manager. Rowlands, 45, has served as city manager of the city of Clayton since January 2001. Prior to that Rowlands served as deputy city manager on Novato, CA. The appointment of Rowlands is the culmination of an extensive national search to find a permanent city manager to replace Yvonne Quiring, who resigned in September 2012 to take an assistant city manager position in Northern California. Rigo Landeros, Fillmore’s fire chief, was named acting

businesses out there. I’m definitely going to miss the employees here, the residents and the council. We’ve done a lot of great things over the last 12 years.” Rowlands will start in Fillmore on August 12 with

an annual salary of $159,000. He would pay the full employee share of his retirement and Social Security contributions, and would be subject to a new maximum retirement benefit adopted by the state of

California last year. More than 60 candidates applied for the Fillmore city manager position. Each was subjected to an extensive interview and background check process.

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Dave Rowlands city manager when Quiring left while city council undertook a national search for her permanent replacement. “I’m looking forward to getting out to California, back to my home state and being near family,” Rowlands said. “I will get to work with a good city council and staff and local

UNION — Joel Gruber a graduate from Northmont High School class of 2001 has opened Clear Path Investment Advisors LLC an Ohio registered investment advisory firm. “It’s exciting to be back and apart of such a great community. We look forward to making a difference and having a chance to give back to the as well.” community According to president and founder Joel Gruber.

Clear Path is different from most investment firms. As a fee only firm they receive no commissions or any compensation from the sale of financial products. “A major difference is that we have a fiduciary duty to our clients, our advice must be conflict free, and our clients’ interest come first. We don’t work for Wall Street, we work solely for our clients. People need advice and guidance not See Local grad on Page 2

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Englewood native takes twenty college students ‘down under’ CINCINNATI — Twenty college students from 11 states, including five from Xavier University, traveled to Australia from May 12 to June 8. The athletic training, sport management and sport marketing majors were exposed to Australian and global educational concepts and culture while learning about common Australian sports from the perspectives of sport management and athletic training. They attended lectures by Australian professionals and faculty, visited sport facilities, and even took a bush walk in an Australian rainforest. The trip was led by Xavier associate professors of sport studies Lisa S. Jutte, PhD, AT of Englewood and Linda J. Schoenstedt, EdD. The program gave students course credit in International Sports Medicine or International Sport. They also had an opportunity to meet some of their peers from all parts of the United States. The Xavier students were: Thomas Ward of Trumbull, CT is a junior in sport marketing. Alexander Mullen of Westport, CT is a senior in See Down Under on Page 5

Photo submitted Left to right: Nicole Bailey, Christopher Nolan, Thomas Ward, Linda Schoenstedt, Lisa Jutte, Alexander Mullen, Jayson Lerman at ANZ Stadium in Sydney, Australia, built for the 2000 Olympic Games.

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Northmont girls become energy leaders DAYTON — Northmont teachers Kelli Cunningham and Jenn Stormer applied for a DP&L/Ohio Energy Project grant in a program called AEGIS (Activating and Energizing Girls in Science). Cunningham, who teaches 5th grade at Northwood, and Stormer, who teaches 5th grade at O.R. Edgington, were chosen as one of only five districts to participate in this program. They were to choose four female students in grades 7-9 to attend a three-day workshop about energy. The girls assembled a circuit board for an Energy Bike that they brought back to Northmont to be used as a teaching tool. Alyssa Saltsman, Samantha Roman, Galila Kiffle, and Chase Solberg are now “Energy Leaders” and will be facilitating lessons about energy

usage and energy conversion with the district elementary schools and possibly the Middle School. The program is sponsored by DP&L and facilitated by the Ohio Energy Project (OEP) to give girls a chance to explore science and energy issues through working on a team project. The project is building an Energy Bike, which allows students to generate electric energy to illuminate light bulbs by pedaling a stationary bike. Studies show that girls and boys are equally interested in science and math in elementary school. But by middle school, stereotypes and lack of role models start turning girls off when it comes to science, engineering, and technical careers. But if girls get the opportunity to learn and experiment, they get excited about pursu-

ing careers in those fields. Twenty students in grades 7-9, and their teachers and chaperones, spent three days, June 10-12, working on the energy bike project. They also toured DP&L’s operations headquarters and heard from women who work in science-related jobs at DP&L. Meals, lodging and educational materials were provided free of charge. DP&L’s School Education Program, which includes AEGIS 2013, is facilitated by OEP throughout the school year. The school program is part of DP&L’s ongoing energy efficiency efforts for customers, which also include rebates on new heat pumps and air conditioners, discounts on energyPhoto submitted efficient lighting, free refrigPictured left to right: Galila Kiffle, Samantha Roman, Alyssa Saltsman, and erator recycling and rebates Chase Solberg with the circuit board they assembled for an Energy Bike. for business customers.

Summer events slated at Northmont Branch Library Donna Brown, manager Northmont Branch Library card or the DVD “Promised Land” with Matt Damon. You may enter your own counts and information on our webat site www.daytonmetrolibrary.org or fill out an entry form and leave it at the Northmont Branch. “Beneath the Surface” is the theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club. This is for students going into 7th grade – 12thgrade. Keep track of how many hours you read or listen to a book or magazine. There are prizes you can choose from at hour 1, 15, 30, and 60. Prizes range from pencils, reading lights, and even a book bag. Every hour over 15 you read gives you a chance at the grand prize of gift cards for various places. We have already had teens turn in their 60 hours, so keep reading! You may enter your own counts and information

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ENGLEWOOD — The Northmont Branch Library is still collecting non-perishable food items for the FISH (Friends in Service for Humanity) food bank here in Englewood. There are canvas bags, provided by FISH, that you can pick up, fill up with food, and bring the bag back to the library. People don’t just need help during the holidays, but all year round. The 2013 Summer Reading Club is off to a good start here at Northmont. There is a club for all ages 0-150 years old. The end of Summer Reading Club is on Saturday, August 3 and we will end it with our annual Ice Cream Social from 1 – 2 p.m. in the park behind the library. This will be the last day to turn in your hours or numbers of books. Adults are “Groundbreaking Reads.” Any books you read or listen to, any CDs you listen to, and any movies you watch count as part of the club. This year we are adding that any program you attend also counts. You win a prize for the first item you turn in and after 10 items you receive a tote bag. All entries give you a chance to win a Marion’s Piazza gift

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on our website at www.daytonmetrolibrary.org or fill out an entry form and leave it at the Northmont Branch. The Children’s Summer Reading Club is “Dig into Reading”. Children over 3 years old can join this program. Keep track of how many hours you read, or are read to, and win prizes. Prizes are given for 1, 8, 15, and 30 hours. When you reach 30 hours you have a chance to win a free KidsMobile Party for you and your friends! This year we are beginning a Summer Reading Club for children 0-3 years old. This is called “Little Diggers”. The reading log is a list of 18 activities that you can do with your child to prepare them to read. Once you’ve completed at least one activity you will get a small rubber duck. After you have done at least 12 of these activities come back and receive a free book. Both Children’s Summer Reading Clubs registration and numbers should be brought into the Northmont Branch anytime before Saturday, August 3. Adult programs for the month of June and July include: TCM Classic Film Festival & Caribbean Cruise on Monday, June 24 at 6:30 p.m. Join Leon Bey as he guides you through the third TCM Festival in Hollywood, Californiain 2012. Some of the stars that will be discussed are Debbie Reynolds, Liza Minnelli, Joel Gray, Michael York, and Kim Novak. Women & investing: part 1 will be on Tuesday, June 25 at 6:30 p.m. This program will discuss what every baby boomer woman needs to know about planning for retirement. Women & investing: part 2 will be on Thursday, June 27 at 6:30 p.m. This program will touch on five ways to maximize your financial future

through investing. Women & investing: part 3 will be on Thursday, July 11 at 6:30. This program will discuss money matters, including investing, for divorced women in particular. Armchair Tour of Main Street in Downtown Dayton will have slides of long-gone buildings such as Rike’s along with saved and renovated buildings such as Kuhns, and Centre City, plus new buildings including the Schuster Center. Come on Monday, July 1 at 6:30 p.m. and tour the buildings without walking in the heat! Menu planning & Cooking Shortcuts will discuss the importance of meal planning, meal planning tactics, and time-saving cooking strategies. This will be on Thursday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13 we will learn to talk care of ourselves by cutting our stress and improve our overall health with “Energetics”. This will begin at 2 p.m. Monday, July 15 we will enjoy a photo journey led by Leon Bey of the Towns of the Northern Miami Valley. Some towns included are West Milton, Pleasant Hill, and Celina. The journey begins at 6:30 p.m. Learn about the old Soldiers’ Home in Daytonat the “Meet Me at the Soldiers’ Home” program on Thursday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. Nancy Horlacher, Local History Specialist, will escort us on our tour of these beautiful grounds. Beat the heat of the summer and join us on a trip to “Alaska: Land of the Midnight Sun” led by Tom Hissong at 7 p.m. Monday, July 29 join Nancy Horlacher celebrate “Women in the Walk of Fame” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 30 hear the story of James M. Cox:

Politician and Journalist. Mary Kay Mabe continues to explore the three decades of this politician and journalist and his contributions as a public servant from the Daytonarea. This will begin at 6:30 p.m. The Adult Book Discussion Group will meet Thursday, July 11 at 2 p.m. We are reading “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” by Mark Twain. If you are reading this for the first time, or rereading it and remember it from your childhood, enjoy the story of a small town boy’s pranks and escapades. Books are available at the Adult information desk. Teen programs are every Thursday at 4 p.m. this summer. Teen Gaming will be on July 11 and August 1. Come play video and/or board games, eat pizza, and just hang out for the afternoon. The Anime Club will meet on July 18 where we watch and discuss anime movies and books. The Teen book club will be July 25. Pick up the book in the Teen section of the library then come and discuss it with your peers. There is always free food as well! Children’s programs this summer include: Paws to Read on Mondays at 11 a.m. through the month of July. Come read to dogs from the Miami Valley Pet Therapy Association. Book Lunch on Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m. for grades 1-3 (registration required). Come with a bag lunch, listen to stories, and eat some of Miss Joan’s wonderful desserts! Storytimes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10 a.m. through August 1. Come enjoy music, stories, and a filmstrip or a craft. Tuesday, July 9 we will have the author Jamie Swenson present the storytime. The fun will be centered around her picture book “Boom!, Boom!,

Our residents often say Mill Ridge Village is not just a wonderful community, but in fact, a way of life. A secure and carefree way of life with plentiful social opportunities for meeting fascinating new friends and neighbors as you enjoy an independent lifestyle. To learn more about our way of life, join us for our

June Open House Supper & Game Night Thursday, June 27, 2013

To find a naturally beautiful way of life, ask our residents for directions.

5:00 p.m. ~ Welcome and sign in 5:30 p.m. ~ Enjoy supper and a short presentation After Supper ~ Tour homes then enjoy desserts and game night with your friends. Stay as long as you would like. R.S.V.P. Required ~ Call 832-6302

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Boom!” Babies and Books on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. for ages birth – 36 months (registration required). This program provides caregivers and toddlers time to play and get ready for reading. This will go through August 1. There is always something to do on Thursday afternoons at the Northmont Branch Library. From 1 - 2 p.m. kids of all ages are welcome to come join us for special programs. June 20 we’ll have the Humane Society Pets join us for an hour of fun. June 27 and July 11 we will have multiple crafts to make. July 18 bring a white T-shirt to decorate. July 25 come see some construction trucks up close. August 1 we will have “water works”. Please dress appropriately and prepare to get wet. Bring a towel and prepare to have fun. All Dayton Metro Libraries will be closed on Thursday, July 4thto celebrate our great Nation’s birthday! Enjoy your time and be safe with the fireworks! To register for any of the above programs please call the library at 496-8950 or come in and speak to one of the Children’s Librarians. All programs are completely free and open to the public. A sign language interpreter can be arranged for any program by calling 496-8950 at least one week in advance. For more details on programs come to the Northmont Branch, call 496-8950, see the Spotlight on your Library, or visit the Library’s website at www.daytonmetrolibrary.org. Library hours are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 9:30 a.m – 8:30 p.m. ; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Local grad... Continued from Page 1 to be sold a product. We really hope to change the financial services industry,” Gruber said. Clear Path has established its first office in Union, OH and is hoping to expand to a second location in the near future. They are also looking to bring on an additional 2 to 4 advisors over the next couple of years. As a further attempt to change the financial industry, they have no account minimums and will take on any client. Currently Clear Path is giving free 1 hour consultations to any new prospective client. “We are doing a lot of work right now helping clients figure out when and how to take their social security withdrawals, along with retirement income planning, and wealth transfer strategies,” Gruber added. “The response that we have received since we opened in April has been amazing. There is a real need for transparent, conflict free advice, and I’m just proud that my firm can provide that.” To receive a consultation or learn more about Clear Path Investment Advisors they can be contacted at 937-540-9419 or on the web at www.clearpathadvisors.com

AREA NEWS

St. Peter to hold Summer Festival

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HUBER HEIGHTS — St. Peter Catholic Church, 6161 Chambersburg Rd., Huber Heights will be hosting its annual Summer Festival. This family, fun filled event is full of activities for children and adults. Festival highlights include: $5,000 grand prize raffle, games for all ages, thrift shop with over 200,000 items, Bingo, Play Land for Toddlers. Food and Adult beverage available all weekend. Special carnival ride prices throughout the weekend. Live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights. Hours of operation: Friday, June 21, 6 p.m. midnight, Saturday, June 22, 1 p.m. - midnight, Sunday, June 23, 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Admission is free. For more information call, 937-233-1503, or visit www.saintpeterparish.org

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Men’s Bible Study offered in Union UNION — Men’s Bible Study on June 19 at 10 a.m., Mill Ridge Village Community Center; Off of Rinehart Road in Union. The group meets every first and third Wednesday to study “Through the New Testament.” All men in the area welcome to join in.

Mt. Calvary taking orders for cabbage rolls ENGLEWOOD — Cabbage Roll Sale at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 9100 North Main, Englewood (between Meijer and Samaritan North). Pre-orders only. Call ahead anytime at 836-2238 to order. Pickup on Friday, July 12 at 4:30 p.m.

Designs by Shanda is moving ENGLEWOOD — Designs By Shanda is moving to Brookville. The planned opening is July 1. Shanda appreciates the many loyal customers and friends who have visited her shop. “We will continue our business and hope to see or hear from you,” she said I may be contacted by phone: 937-467-9697 or email: www.designsbyshanda.com.” Business hours by appointment.

Sewing Sisters to meet at United Christian CLAYTON — Sewing Sisters will be meeting monthly at United Christian Church, 8611 Hoke Rd., Clayton from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. on first Thursday of each month. For July the group will meet on July 11 since first Thursday falls on 4th of July. No membership or dues. Bring a project to sew and a tip to share. Invite a friend to come along.

City Beautiful Award nominations sought ENGLEWOOD — The city of Englewood would like to recognize and applaud the efforts of city residents who have enhanced the beauty of the neighborhoods and the community improvements made to their property or home. Examples would be additions or remodeling, doors/windows/siding/painting or exterior landscaping with beautiful plants, trees, walkways or decks/porches. Please participate by nominating your neighbor or friends for their efforts in the monthly “City Beautiful” Award. Nomination forms are available at the Earl Heck Community Center, 333 W. National Rd. or call 836-5929 for additional information.

Fire hydrants to be flushed in Union UNION — The city of Union will be flushing fire hydrants starting Monday, June 17 through Friday, July 12, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Anyone experiencing rusty water problems with laundry due to the flushing can contact city hall. A rust remover product is available at no charge. Call 836-8624 between 8 a.m.and 4:30 p.m.

Electronics Recycling Day set for June 22 ENGLEWOOD — On Saturday, June 22 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. the cities of Brookville, Clayton, Englewood and Union along with Goodwill Easter Seals of Miami Valley will be collecting electronics for recycling at the Englewood Government Center located at 333 W. National Road, Englewood. Accepted items are computers, monitors, hard drives, printers, toner cartridges, keyboards, servers, routers, scanners, speakers, cords, cables, software and televisions up to 24 inches. Donation receipts will be available upon request. For questions, please contact the City of Brookville (937) 833-2135 or the City of Clayton (937) 836-3500 or the City of Englewood (937) 8365106 or the City of Union (937) 836-8624.

Englewood Civic Band to perform ENGLEWOOD — Grace Brethren Village, 1010 Taywood Road will host a patriotic concert on Tuesday, June 25 at 7:30 p.m. The concert is free to the public and will be held in the Grace Brethren Village Community Room.

State Tax 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Council Chambers Pre-school Story Time 10-10:30 a.m. Meeting Room Babies & Books 11:30 a.m. - noon Meeting Room Kids Humane Society Pets 1 - 3 p.m. Lower Level Teen Anime Club 3:30 - 6 p.m. Meeting Room

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Monday, June 24 Paws to Read 11 - 11:30 a.m. Meeting Room TCM Classic Film Festival & Caribbean Cruise 6:30 - 8 p.m. Council Chambers Pre-school Story Time 10-10:30 a.m. Book Lunch noon - 1 p.m. Women & Investing 6:30 - 8 p.m. Englewood City Council 7:30 p.m.

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Wednesday, June 26 Pre-school Story Time 10-10:30 a.m. Meeting Room Babies & Books 11:30 a.m. - noon Meeting Room Windpointe Home Owners 7 - 9 p.m. Council Chambers

Thursday, June 27 Pre-school Story Time 10-10:30 a.m. Meeting Room Babies & Books 11:30 a.m. - noon Meeting Room Kids Crafts 1 - 3 p.m. Lower Level Teen Book Club 3:30 - 6 p.m. Meeting Room Women & Investing II 6:30 - 8 p.m. Meeting Room

Business referral group meets Wednesday CLAYTON — BNI’s Success By Referral is a business networking group that meets every Wednesday at Better Homes & Gardens/Big Hill Real Estate Offices on North Main Street in Clayton from 7:30 to 9 a.m. The purpose of the meetings is to pass along referrals, not leads, to the other members. Last year alone, members had over $144, 305 in business! This year the group has already passed over 52 referrals that has led to $115,971 in closed business. This is a fun and energetic group comprised of many different businesses. The group has a variety of openings for local businesses to fill. For example the group is looking for an accountant, a plumber, and a florist just to name a few. If you are interested in growing your business this year, be sure to visit the meeting next Wednesday. Any questions please call Rene’ at 604-6215.

Metro Library Board to meet June 26 DAYTON — The Dayton Metro Library Board of Trustees will hold its June meeting on Wednesday, June 26, at 4 p.m. A quorum was not available for a meeting on June 19. The Library Board of Trustees meets in the Main Library Auditorium, 215 E. Third Street in Dayton. Board meetings are open to the public. Questions may be directed to Timothy G. Kambitsch, Executive Director of the Library, at 463-BOOK (2665).

Vacation Bible School slated in West Milton WEST MILTON — Nazarene Church will offer ‘SonWest Roundup’ Vacation Bible School Yee-Haw - Good Time with Jesus, July 8 - 12 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Bible Stories - Crafts Games - Songs -Awards Store - Dave’s Barrel Train Ride. West Milton Nazarene Church is located at 151 W. Baker Rd. - West Milton. For Pre-Registration: Call - 937-698-5782. Registration Starts at 6 p.m. Monday, July 8.

Summer Camp offered at Earl Heck ENGLEWOOD — Summer Camp is coming to the Earl Heck Community Center, July 15 – 18, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. This camp is for ages 5 and up. There is a fun theme for each day and indoor and outdoor activities for boys and girls to enjoy. You can register at the Earl Heck Community Center daily before July 5. Don’t delay, space is limited. If you need further information, please call the director, Kristy, at 698-5182.

Yoga for Seniors offered in Union UNION — Yoga for Seniors continues on Monday mornings from 9:30-11:45 a.m. at Mill Ridge Village Retirement Community, 1000 Mill Ridge Circle, Union. There is a charge, public is welcome and you can participate as many times as you would like. Connie Kriegbaum is our certified Yoga instructor. This yoga class is a beginning class that features slow, deliberate, gentle movements designed to build strength, flexibility and range of motion that helps with balance.

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ENGLEWOOD — Applications from artists and craftspeople for the 40th annual Englewood Art Festival, Saturday, Aug. 10, and Sunday, Aug. 11 are being accepted by the Englewood Festival and Arts Commission. The festival will be held under the trees at Centennial Park. All work must be of original design and produced by hand. Artists are invited to submit photos in their area of expertise for review by the Englewood Festival 2013 Exhibitors Committee. Applications are due June 1 and can be found on the city’s web site at www.englewood.oh.us under events or by calling Barb at 836-4175 or Kathleen at 836-1258.

Volunteer host families needed for students USA — Volunteer families (with or without children) as well as single people are needed to provide food, a bed and a loving home for high school students from France and Germany. EMF high school students are between the ages of fifteen and eighteen, have medical insurance, spending money for their personal expenses and expect to share their host family’s daily life including household responsibilities. They speak English, are well-screened and eager to experience life in America. Their stay here is sponsored and supervised by EMF (Educational Merit Foundation), a non-profit, educational exchange organization. Interested host families are encouraged to contact EMF immediately,it is not too late to apply! For more information on EMF students, please call Marie-Claude Dijoud at 1-800-4678363 or visit our web site at www.emfusa.org

Vandalia Toastmasters to meet VANDALIA — Vandalia Toastmasters club meets the first and third Tuesday in the Dayton Airport Hotel at 6:45 p.m. It is a dinner meeting and prices are reasonable. For further information visit http://vandaliafreetoasthost.org or call (937) 4093997.

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ENGLEWOOD — Self Defense classes will begin at the Earl Heck Community Center on Tuesday, June 25, from 7 to 8 p.m. and will continue through July 30. These classes are open to men and women age 15 and above. The Instructor is Doug Combs, 2nd Degree Black Belt. You can pre-register or get more information by calling Doug at 937-608-1913.

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Colonel White Class of 63 to hold reunion DAYTON — The Colonel White High School (Dayton) reunion committee invites all 1963 Colonel White classmates, families, and friends to the once in a lifetime 50th year high school reunion. Primary activities and celebrations will be held at the Marriot Hotel, 1414 South Patterson Blvd. in Dayton. The special activities will take place August 9-10 with an optional brunch conducted Sunday, August 11. Event details are available on the 1963 Colonel White alumni web site. Advance registrations are now being accepted for persons desiring overnight reservations at special event discounted rates. Contact Jim Lake by phone at (937) 9856101 or Scott and Barb Davis at (937) 415-0778. Please explore the web site for added i n f o r m a t i o n : www.colonelwhite63.com.

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DAYTON — A new Alzheimer’s support group has started at Friendship Village meeting the second and fourth Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Gem City Home Care will provide respite care at no charge for loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s next to the support group meeting. Participants can enter door 18 at the Coffee House and proceed to the conference room. For more information, call Pam Hall at 837-5581 ext 1269. Friendship Village is located at 5790 Denlinger Road, Dayton.

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BUTLER TWP. — Cannoli sale at Polk Grove UCC This Weekend Holy Cannoli! Polk Grove United Church of Christ is selling Strawberry Cannoli on Sunday, June 23 from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. The proceeds will benefit The Day of Caring and its efforts to help serve the homeless and the hungry in our local communities. “If you have not had a cannoli, you are missing out on a fantastic treat,” said Steve Pax, board member of the Day of Caring. “It is an Italian pastry filled with sweet cream cheese. We added a hint of strawberry to make it extra special.” Cannoli are $2 each or three for $5. The proceeds help the Day of Caring. Polk Grove UCC is located at 9190 Frederick Pike (the corner of National Road and Frederick Pike).

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They cure you, kill you or make you rich I’m very aware that I am starting out more and more of my columns with “back in the day” which loosely translates to “I’m getting old.” Back in the day the only commercials I saw on TV were for aspirin to relieve pain. I never saw cholesterol-lowering drugs, meds to deal with arthritis, a medicinal approach to diabetes or ways for women to deal with menstrual cramps. And have you noticed with the myriad commercials for these treatments the mouse type at the bottom of the screen, and the voice-over announcer reading so fast it sounds like gibberish, warning of everything from breathing problems to muscle spasms

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even death? It makes me want to call my doctor and stock up on scrips for these drugs right now! Then, of course, following the sales pitch convincing you this is the only medicine you need the ambulance-chasing lawyers come on telling you that if you took this drug and suffered some of those conditions listed they could win a lot of

money for you; that is, I’m assuming, unless you died from it. I kid you not I saw a cholesterol drug commercial the other night and thirty seconds later the attorneys trying to lasso those of us who took it. How in the world are we supposed to know that to do? I could get into the debate over frivolous lawsuits, pharmaceutical companies and their powerful lobbies and the doctors and clinics caught in the middle of it all. And my guess is the Obamacare insurance and “panels” will muddy those waters even more. Yes, back in the day I’d see a Bayer commercial during the Dick Van Dyke

Show. Now we’re lucky to see a show in between drug commercials. It’s so much it’s making my head swim just thinking about it. Anybody have an aspirin? On second thought, never mind! Mike Scinto is a 37 year veteran talk show host serving locally, statewide and nationally behind the microphone. For the past dozen years he has authored this award-winning column. You may have also seen him offering his unique insights of Fox News Channel. “Friend” Mike at http://www.facebook.com/ mikescintoshow or visit http://mikescintocolumns. blogspot.com

I pledge allegiance, on Flag Day “I pledge allegiance to the flag, of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” This is how the Pledge of Allegiance is worded today. When it was originally penned in 1892, however, the author of the oath, socialist minister Francis Bellamy, included no references to America or God. Bellamy’s hope was that the pledge could be used by any citizen around the world to honor their own country’s flag. Later, it was adopted as a pledge to the American flag and the words, “under God,” were added in 1923. To some Americans, there is no more powerful a symbol of liberty and freedom. To others, the flag is a symbol to be used in protest of government tyranny. Whatever the semiotics involved, the American flag has profound meaning around the world. Legend has it that Betsy Ross, a Philadelphia seamstress who made flags for the navy, was commissioned by George Washington to create the first flag for the colonies. As charming a story as that may be, however, there is no verifiable information to support the tale. What is known, historical-

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ly, is that the first unofficial national flag, called the Grand Union Flag or the Continental Colours, was raised near George Washington’s headquarters outside Boston on January 1, 1776. It had 13 alternating red and white horizontal stripes and the complete British Union Flag in the canton (the upper corner, where the blue field and stars are located today). Another early flag included a rattlesnake and the motto “Don’t Tread on Me,” emblazoned on it; a design popular today with the conservative Tea Party movement. The design of the Grand Union flag was altered about a year later to include the better known blue field in the canton with a circular pattern of stars representing each of the original 13 colonies. On June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress adopt-

ed this version as the flag of the United States. More than two centuries later, the date is still honored throughout the country as a holiday called, Flag Day. Since its creation, the “Stars and Stripes” has been one of the single most recognized symbols in the world. Sadly, some people in America today believe that honoring the flag is no longer relevant, that it’s distasteful to fly or display the flag, or even offensive. There is no question that our country is not perfect, and our leaders have made their share of mistakes. But the ideals of peace, justice and freedom are worth honoring, regardless of your political views, and that’s what Old Glory represents. Today, children are no longer encouraged, sometimes even prohibited, to say the Pledge of Allegiance in school. The Pledge is seen by some as indoctrination to an ideology or worship of a false idol or some other such nonsense. The truth is, indoctrination is everywhere and is usually voluntarily accepted without question. It’s in our social organizations, our schools, our businesses and especially in our political parties,

churches, synagogues and mosques. Each of these doctrines tend to divide us as a people, but getting behind a common symbol, the one that is intended to represent the best in us, the honor and sacrifice of those who came before, that is an indoctrination that can unite us in a way not found anywhere else on earth. It’s not forced, commanded or required – it’s our choice, each and every one of us. Our flag has been burned, spat upon, dragged in the dirt, destroyed in battle, and shredded in conflict. It has withstood civil war, social unrest and political mudslinging. Far too many times, it has also covered the remains of those who died to defend it. It may only be a red, white and blue piece of cloth, but it represents blood and sacrifice and signifies your right to find it distasteful, continuing to be a symbol of those rights whether or not you appreciate it. So happy Flag Day and may God (whoever your god happens to be) bless the United States of America. Gery L. Deer is an independent columnist and business writer based in Jamestown, Ohio. More at www.gerydeer.com.

Mammoth spy facility to indefinitely store your emails & phone conversations is old news Why is the establishment press just now acknowledging the idea that our own government has been spying on us when credible witnesses and whistleblowers have offered documentation on this for years? Everyone is now talking about the huge secret spy NSA facility in Bluffdale, Utah the size of five capital buildings scheduled for completion this September, as though this is something new. I had myself photographed in front of the site last September (see at LibertyUnderFire.org). The networks and Congress seemed shocked at the revelation but Congress had to authorize the $2 billion facility expenditure for Bluffdale and a similar amount for a sister NSA facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. All of this is simply old news. What follows is what we knew more than a year ago. Wired magazine front-paged this story a year ago last April when it wrote: “Deep in the Utah desert, the National Security Agency is building the country’s biggest spy center. It’s the final piece of a secret surveillance network that will intercept and store your phone calls, emails, Google searches… (Watch what you say).” Noted author James Banford, one of America’s leading authorities on the National Security Agency, then wrote, “ Under construction by contractors with top-secret clearances, the blandly named Utah Data Center is being built for the National Security Agency. A project of immense

Dr. Harold Pease Liberty Under Fire secrecy, it is the final piece in a complex puzzle assembled over the past decade. Its purpose: to intercept, decipher, analyze, and store vast swaths of the world’s communications as they zap down from satellites and zip through the underground and undersea cables of international, foreign, and domestic networks… Flowing through its servers and routers and stored in near-bottomless databases will be all forms of communication, including the complete contents of private emails, cell phone calls, and Google searches, as well as all sorts of personal data trails— parking receipts, travel itineraries, bookstore purchases, and other digital “pocket litter” (“The NSA Is Building the Country’s Biggest Spy Center. Watch What You Say.”) The project is code named “Stellar Wind.” In the scheme of things, launched in 2004 under the George W. Bush Administration, but vastly expanded under Barack Obama, the NSA Bluffdale facility will house all electronic information in the world. That is why it is being equipped to hold a Yottabyte of information. A Yottabyte is 1,000 Zettabytes (the number 1

followed by 24 zeros — 1,000,000,000,000,000,000,00 0,000). So Bluffdale is primarily a storage facility. The philosophy is that the “more data, the more telephone calls, the more email, the more encrypted data that you have—the more patterns that you’re likely to discover.” The NSA Oak Ridge facility houses the super computer, installed in 2006, capable of finding patterns and printing them out in milliseconds in a process code named “brute force.” The “goal was to advance computer speed a thousand fold, creating a machine that could execute a quadrillion (1015) operations a second, known as a petaflop— the computer equivalent of breaking the land speed record.” With upgrades the computer, called “jaguar for its speed, it clocked in at 1.75 petaflops, officially becoming the world’s fastest computer in 2009,” is housed in Building 5300. There “318 scientists, computer engineers, and other staff work in secret on the cryptanalytic applications of high-speed computing and other classified projects” (Cryptome, March 16, 2012, “NSA Decryption Multipurpose Research Facility”). NSA Whistleblower William Binney said, “Domestically, they’re pulling together all the data about virtually every U.S. citizen in the country and assembling that information, building communities that you have relationships with, and knowledge about you; what

your activities are; what you’re doing. So the government is accumulating that kind of information about every individual person and it’s a very dangerous process.” He estimated that one telecom alone was sending the government an “average of 320 million logs every day since 2001.” So, when the Los Angeles Times reported on June 6, 2013 that “Government is tracking all U.S. phone calls,” that “The National Security Agency has stored data on calls to and from nearly every American for 7 years in search of patterns suggesting terrorist activity,” and that officials still say that they are not eavesdropping, it is still a lie, a matter of public record, and thus old news. It is great to see the establishment press catch up. Now who authorized these millions of unconstitutional warrantless wire tapes on you and your friends and who signed off on funding the billions of dollars for these facilities? Will the Congress catch-up too, investigating what should have been looked into years ago? Not unless you push them. Dr. Harold Pease is an expert on the United States Constitution. He has dedicated his career to studying the writings of the Founding Fathers and applying that knowledge to current events. He has taught history and political science from this perspective for over 25 years at Taft College. To read more of his weekly articles, please v i s i t www.LibertyUnderFire.org.

Mom’s promise never did become a reality When I was a little boy in the 1940’s my mother made me a promise. Every evening when the family was sitting around the dinner table, she told me “Eat all of your vegetables so you will grow to be big and strong.” Back then I wanted to grow up to be big and strong so I ate all of my vegetables. Whether they were green beans or canned spinach or lima beans I wolfed them down. I frequently asked for seconds, sometimes even thirds. The truth was I despised most of those vegetables but I ate them anyway because I had dreams of growing up to be big and strong. But, sadly, I found out a few years later that my mother had fibbed to me. I didn’t grow up to be big and strong. I DID grow up to be small and weak though. I don’t blame my mother. She had the best of intentions because back in those days most parents hammered away at their kids to grow up to be big and strong and lots of those kids probably did. Bob, on the other hand, fell considerably short of that goal. Back then, pizza takeout

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restaurants and drive-through ‘burger joints were few and far between in Flint, Michigan. Dining out, which has become something of an American tradition since then, was a rare thing for my family. Fortunately, I have developed a taste for vegetables over the years. My problem is I still don’t care for them if they have been cooked. Give me uncooked broccoli and I’m in seventh Heaven. Serve me cold and crispy cauliflower and I’m in paradise. I like to eat my green beans uncooked. I believe vegetables are really good for you. I also believe most vegetables taste better when they are culled from a backyard garden and eaten immediately without giving them so much of a glimpse of a pot or a stove. Contact Bob at bbatz@woh.rr.com

English & U.S. citizenship training offered DAYTON — The Golden Acres Ministry, a local family literacy center and not-for profit organization located at 8365 State Route 202, is offering free training in ESL (English/second language) and preparation for U.S. Citizenship. The training is on going and has openings for interested parties. Please contact Phil Morones or Steve Houlette for details. (937) 877-0982 or e-mail: pgoldenacres@woh.rr.com Send your letters to the editor Contact Englewood Independent Editor Ron Nunnari at: rnunnari@civitasmedia.com or call 836-2619 ext. 204

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Mill Ridge donates funds to the Randolph Twp. Historical Society UNION — The residents of Mill Ridge Village Retirement Community recently had a garage & bake sale and decided to share some of the proceeds with the Randolph Township Historical Society. The RTHS is in the process of raising the remaining

$15,000 of their $100,000 goal for purchase of the society’s building. RTHS will be celebrating its 15th anniversary this July and their 5th year in the building. Mill Ridge Residents donated $250 toward the RTHS “15 for 15” ($15,000 for the 15th year in existence.)

Local Goodwill stores to sponsor “Shopping Safari – The Thrill of the Hunt” Shopping event supports programs for local residents with disabilities

Happy Corner offers free Monday meal CLAYTON — Happy Corner Church of the Brethren, located at 7037 N. Union Road, Clayton, (corner of Old Salem and Union roads) is pleased to announce that it will host a free meal each Monday night at 6 p.m. This free meal at the “Happy Corner Church Cornerstone Bistro” is being hosted for anyone in our community who wishes to attend. Anyone in need of a meal or just interested in dining in good company is welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information call the Happy Corner church office at 8361204, e-mail info@happycorner.org, or visit www.happycorner.org.

Down under... sport marketing Christopher Nolan of Orchard Park, NY is a junior in sport management. Jayson Lerman of St. Louis is a senior in sport management Nicole Bailey of Scottsdale, AZ is a sophomore in sport management. “Australia considers itself the sports-craziest country in the world,” says Schoenstedt. “From a management standpoint, sport is increasingly global – the Olympics, World Cup, potential NBA and NFL franchises overseas, etc. We looked at how facilities built in Australia’s two Olympic sites in Melbourne and Sydney are being used today. Those built in Beijing for the 2008 Olympics are not being used at all. Old facilities should be managed and used for the public good.“ Schoenstedt added that Australia was also a good country for study because it

United Theological Seminary announces preaching retreat DAYTON — United Theological Seminary will host the 11th Annual Preaching Retreat: Preaching Biblical Narrative from Aug. 13 to Aug. 15. Dr. Richard Eslinger and Dr. Joni Sancken will be the instructors for “Preaching Biblical Narrative,” which will run from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to noon Thursday in the Pohly Meeting Center at United Theological Seminary, 4501 Denlinger Road, Dayton. The narrative sagas of the Hebrew Scriptures give access to some of the Bible’s most interesting and challenging figures as well as powerful opportunities for Christian

proclamation. “Preaching Biblical Narrative” will trace the stories foundational to the people of God, spanning from Abraham and Sarah to the Wilderness Wanderings. During the three days of the Seminar, a selected series of Hebrew Scripture passages from Year A of the Revised Common Lectionary will be explored with regard to interpretation and preaching strategies. A variety of homiletical methods will be employed as we seek to hold together the deep meaning that these narratives hold in their own right as well as trajectories that connect to broader themes in Christian scripture. CEUs are available. For more information or to

Parliament, and the National Museum of Australia. For fun, they attended a rugby game. In Melbourne, they toured the University of Melbourne sports facility and attended lectures on sports medicine and sports capital improvement. After another day of job shadowing, they toured the Melbourne Cricket Grounds and on-site healthcare facilities and visited the National Sports Museum. They spent one day touring Philips Island and another on an Aboriginal tour. After a wrap-up group dinner, they traveled back over the International Date Line back to the United States. Students were given pretrip, trip, and post-trip assignments. Each had to keep a journal, complete other assignments, and participate in discussion sessions. After the trip ended, students submitted a final project related to their discipline. The group

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register, visit United’s website or contact Georgia Alexander at 937.529.2201 or at cwpa@united.edu. United Theological Seminary, now in its 142nd year, is one of the fastest growing theological schools in the United States. It was founded in 1871 by Milton

kept a blog at http://xaviersportstudiesaustra lia.blogspot.com/ Xavier University’s sport studies department offers undergraduate degrees in sport management, sport marketing and athletic training, as well as a master’s degree in sport administration. All programs prepare students to work in this competitive industry. For students to succeed in the field, it is necessary to network and build relationships while pursuing undergraduate education. To this end, the program seeks to maximize student contact with industry professionals and enhance understanding of the business and health care of sport through rigorous academic preparation.

Wright, a Bishop in The United Brethren Church and father of Wilbur, Orville and Katherine Wright. United offers accredited, innovative graduate and non-degree education programs for both clergy and laity. See www.united.edu for more information.

Blue Star Mothers in need of donated items ENGLEWOOD — The Blue Star Mothers Miami Valley Chapter 3 is collecting items, cards and donations for soldiers serving in Iraq and other areas overseas. Support is needed, especially for those soldiers not getting any support from home. Donations are being accepted at the office of Dr. Beverly Fanz, DDS located at 625 W. National Road in Englewood.

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has the second largest obesity problem in the world. First is the United States. “From a health care point of view, students are expected to improve their cultural competency,” says Jutte. “This includes understanding patient needs in all cultures. Visiting another culture helps students better understand their own culture and become aware of other cultures.” The group spent time in four cities. In Lennox Head, they learned about surfing, rugby, cricket, related injuries and sport tourism. They hiked the rainforest and studied the Australian healthcare system. In Sydney, they toured Olympic Park, Taronga Zoo, attended a sport medicine lecture and enjoyed a harbor cruise. They also spent one day shadowing those whose jobs were of interest to them. In Canberra, they toured the Australian Institute of Sport, the War Memorial, New

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ENGLEWOOD — Local Goodwill Stores will host a special event to encourage bargain shopping that benefits services for people with disabilities in the Miami Valley. The “Goodwill Shopping Safari – The Thrill of the Hunt” is scheduled for Saturday, July 13 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Charter buses will transport shoppers to four Goodwill stores, Englewood, Greenville, Celina and Piqua, beginning and ending at the Englewood location, 606 Taywood Road. The $25 registration fee includes all bus transportation, a hot buffet lunch, contests, snacks and sodas, games and prizes. Shoppers who registered by July 5 will receive a free gift. Participants who

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Police reports from Northmont area law enforcement agencies

WDTN Photo by Kris Sproles A crash at Hoke Road and US 40 claimed a woman’s life Monday afternoon after she hit the back of a flatbed truck waiting to turn from 40 onto Hoke.

Woman killed in collision at Hoke & US Route 40 CLAYTON — A woman was killed Monday afternoon in a two vehicle accident in Clayton. The victim was traveling westbound on National Road when she smashed into the back end of a flatbed truck waiting to turn left onto Hoke Road.

Passersby tried to pull the woman from her car, but it caught fire before they could get her out. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers said she died from the impact of the crash before the fire started. Witnesses told investigators the woman was driving errati-

cally before the crash occurred and they are looking at the possibility of a medical condition as the cause of the accident. The name of the victim has not been released. The driver of the truck was taken to a local hospital to be treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Start or join a Neighborhood Watch Neighborhood Watch, Block Watch, Town Watch, Crime Watch — whatever the name, it’s one of the most effective and least costly ways to prevent crime and reduce fear. Neighborhood Watch fights the isolation that crime both creates and feeds upon. It forges bonds among area residents, helps reduce burglaries and robberies, and improves relations between police and the communities they serve. V i s i t www.nationaltownwatch.org for more information about town watch and about National Night Out. The ABCs of Neighborhood Watch Any community resident can join — young and old, single and married, renter and home owner. A few concerned resi-

dents, a community organization, or a law enforcement agency can spearhead the effort to organize a Watch. Members learn how to make their homes more secure, watch out for each other and the neighborhood, and report activities that raise their suspicions to the police or sheriff ’s office. You can form a Watch group around any geographical unit: a block, apartment, park, business area, public housing complex, office, marina. Watch groups are not vigilantes. They are extra eyes and ears for reporting crime and helping neighbors. Neighborhood Watch helps build pride and serves as a springboard for efforts that address community concerns such as recreation for youth, child care, and affordable

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housing. Getting Organized Forming a Neighborhood Watch is a challenge. Here are a few tips to get your group started. Contact the police or sheriff ’s department or local crime prevention organization for help in training members in home security and reporting skills and for information on local crime patterns. Select a coordinator and block captains who are responsible for organizing meetings and relaying information to members. Recruit members, keeping up-to-date on new residents and making special efforts to involve the elderly, working parents, and young people. Work with local government or law enforcement to put up Neighborhood Watch signs, usually after at least 50 percent of all households are enrolled. Neighbors Look For… Someone screaming or shouting for help Someone looking into windows and parked cars Unusual noises Property being taken out of closed businesses or houses where no one is at home Cars, vans, or trucks moving slowly with no apparent destination, or without lights Anyone being forced into a vehicle A stranger sitting in a car or stopping to talk to a child Abandoned cars Report these incidents to the police or sheriff ’s department. Talk with See Start or join on Page 9

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The following information has been provided by Northmont area police departments. The information listed in this column is considered public record and is available to anyone seeking information concerning what is provided below. For purposes of this column, the term “arrested” or “charged” does not necessarily mean the person was taken into physical custody. It could also indicate that a summons was issued to the subject in lieu of physical custody. All the people listed as “arrested” or “charged” are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Saturday, April 19 Union Burglary was reported in the 900 block W. Martindale Rd. Unknown subjects forced open a back door and removed numerous pieces of jewelry. Saturday, April 26 Union The theft of personal checks a credit union debit card was reported at a residence on Swank Court. Wednesday, April 30 Union Burglary was reported in the 700 block of Beery Blvd. Unknown subjects forced open a rear door and removed two guitars, a wedding ring and earrings, a Sony PlayStation and several games. Cathy Jo Miles, 52, of New Lebanon, was charged with driving under the influence, expired operator’s license, marked lanes, and no seat belt. She was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital due to her high level of intoxication and was issued a court summons. Wednesday, May 1 Union The unauthorized use of motor vehicle was reported in the 100 block of Walden Farm Road. Thursday, May 2 Union Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s harassment was report on Lang Ct. Monday, May 6 Union Burglary was reported in the 100 block of McCraw Drive and removed collectible items including a Barbie, Beanie Babies and baseball cards. Wednesday, May 8 Union Theft was reported at CVS. The suspect was found and returned the stolen items. CVS signed a refusal to prosecute form. Credit card fraud was reported by a resident of Lexington Farm Road. Thursday, May 9 Union Eliagh Michael Harrison, 30, of Castine, was arrested by West Alexandria Police on a warrant issued by Union Police for failure to appear. Harrison was released to a Union officer and transported to jail.

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Tuesday, May 14 Union Breaking and entering was reported In the 700 block of W. Martindale road. Unknown subjects entered the residence and removed the copper pipes. Unknown subjects stole a central air conditioning unit in the 100 block of McCraw Dr. Wednesday, May 15 Union The theft of a central air conditioning unit, furnace, deck railing, gas fireplace insert and copper pipes was reported at a home in the 100 block of Preakness Dr. The former resident lost the home to foreclosure and allegedly removed the items. Thursday, May 16 Union Unknown subjects stole a hand carved wood bear from a front porch in the 400 block of Sheets St. Saturday, May 18 Union A 17-year-old male was charged with arson after setting fire to a trash can in Parkgrove Park. Thursday, May 23 Union The theft of prescriptions was reported on McCraw Dr. A girlfriend damaged a victim’s 42-Inch flat screen TV in the 500 block of Merrymaid Dr. Nichelle Leeann Hartman, 30, of Brookville, was charged with criminal damaging. Charges were forwarded to Vandalia Municipal Court. Saturday, May 25 Union An officer was flagged down by a resident who observed a subject drop suspected narcotics by a utility pole in a backyard In the 100 block of S. Main St. The officer found two plastic bags. One contained suspected mar-

ijuana and the other contained 15 clear capsules containing a granular material. The bags were confiscated. Sunday, May 26 Union Burglary was reported in the 600 block of Beery Blvd. Unknown subjects broke the back door glass, entered the residence and removed numerous pieces of jewelry. Monday, May 27 Union Wyatt Landon Lutz, 19, of Tipp City, was charged with underage consumption of alcohol. He was issued a court summons and released. Tuesday, May 28 Union Two separate cases of misuse of a credit card were reported on Cabernet Drive. Thursday, May 30 Union Unknown subjects shot the driver’s door and fender of a pickup truck parked in the 700 block of W. Martindale Rd. Sunday, June 2 Union The theft of a class ring and two wedding bands was reported in the 200 block of Lutz Dr. Monday, June 3 Union Benjamin E. Randall, 38, of Vandalia, was charged with violating a protection order. He was taken into custody and transported to jail. Tuesday, June 4 Clayton Failure to pay for $49 worth of gas was reported at United Dairy Farmers. Union Police received a report of a house getting egged on Hill Circle. Two 15-year-old males and one 14-year-old male were each charged with cur See Police reports on Page 9

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F.I.S.H. needs non-perishable items ENGLEWOOD — Northmont F.I.S.H. (Friends In Service for Humanity) is in need of several non-perishable items to help stock its pantry. The goal is to always be able to help those in need so no man, woman, or child in the Northmont community will ever go hungry. F.I.S.H. is in need of the following items: Canned meat items (ham, turkey, Spam, beef, chicken), instant potatoes, pancake mix and syrup, dry breakfast cereal, oatmeal, evaporated or powdered milk, canned vegetables, canned or bottled juice, sugar (granulated), peanut butter and jellies, muffin mix (cornbread), Sloppy Joe or Manwich Mix, graham crackers, saltine crackers, fruit (canned), macaroni and cheese, Hamburger Helper, Chicken Helper, Tuna Helper, etc., bathroom tissue, bars of soap, deodorant, toothpaste and tooth brushes, shampoo. Northmont F.I.S.H. address is P.O. Box 102, Englewood, OH 45322, Englewood. Call 836-4807.

Rep. Henne to host District Office Hours COLUMBUS — State Rep. Mike Henne (R-Clayton) has announced that he will be hosting open district office hours in an effort to meet with the residents of the 40th Ohio House District. “I need to hear from you in order for me to effectively represent you in Columbus, which is why it’s important that I hold monthly meetings to maintain an open dialogue with my constituents,” Henne said. Henne will be hosting office hours at Vandalia Library Meeting Room (500 South Dixie Drive, Vandalia) from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the fourth Saturday of every month. No appointment is necessary to attend these office hours and all are encouraged to participate to express their concerns and opinions.

Englewood United Methodist Preschool accepting applications for 2013-2014 ENGLEWOOD — Applications are currently being accepted for the Englewood United Methodist Preschool for the 20132014 school year. In existence since 1968, the preschool offers Monday, Wednesday, Friday classes for the 4-year-olds in both morning and afternoon. 3-year-olds attend Tuesday and Thursday mornings. The Preschool serves students from local school districts. They offer comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for kindergarten - including pre-reading and pre-writing skills, math and science. There is a mix of structured learning along with time for free play. For more information about the Englewood United Methodist Preschool, please call Krista Witters at 836-5203.

Fitness classes offered at Earl Heck ENGLEWOOD — The Earl Heck Community Center offers fitness classes to help you get in shape, relieve stress and have fun in the process. Call and get information about the following: Senior Fitness/Low Impact Aerobics; Tai Chi; Boot Camp Fitness; Aerobics; Pilates; Circuit Training; Zumba; Zumba Sentao; Yoga for Beginners. You might choose dancing as your favorite exercise – the Earl Heck Center has Ballroom Dancing and Line Dancing just for you. Call 836-5929 for information and how to get started. Make those New Year’s Resolutions come true.

Diabetic Support Group to meet TROTWOOD — Friendship Village hosts a Diabetic Support Group on the second Tuesday of each month. Two classes are offered- one at 10:30 a.m. and another at 6 p.m. in order to accommodate all schedules. The leader/speaker is Mara Lamb, RD & LD, and Certified Diabetes Educator. The group is sponsored by Gem City Home Care. For more information call Pam Hall at 937-837-5581 ext 1269. Friendship Village is located at 5790 Denlinger Road – just 1 1/2 miles from the I-70 Englewood exit. Enter Door 1.

Men’s Aglow to meet at Mill Ridge UNION — A new group, Men’s Aglow, will meet at Mill Ridge Village the third Saturday of each month. The group will begin with a free breakfast at 8 a.m. The normal meeting will include fellowship, prayer and a speaker or Bible study. Men of all ages are encouraged to attend. Any questions contact John Willinger at 832-2786.

Classes and groups offered at Mill Ridge UNION — Mill Ridge Village Retirement Community offers the following classes and groups: Bob Ross Style Oil Paint Class, held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Senior Fitness held weekly on Monday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon. The Ohio Quilting Group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month for the day starting at 9 a.m. Bible Study meets every Thursday except the last Thursday of each month from 10 – 11 a.m. County-Western Line Dance meets every Monday at 2 p.m. Englewood Aglow meets monthly the 2nd Thursday of each month from 9:30 a.m. - noon and the Line Dances are the 3rd Friday of each month at 7 p.m. Please call the office at 832-6302 for more information and cost. Most are free.

Senior fitness offered at Mill Ridge UNION — If you are ready to get on the exercise train, stop in at Mill Ridge Village any Monday and Wednesday for Senior Fitness. Senior Fitness features a low impact aerobics with a Kleptz YMCA instructor. Senior Fitness begins at 11 a.m. for one hour and there is a monthly charge. Call Mill Ridge at 8326302 for more information.

MAC Club meets twice monthly ENGLEWOOD — The MAC Club (Mature American Citizens) of Englewood meet the first and third Wednesday of each month at American Legion Post 707 at 200 W. National Road, Englewood just west of the Post Office. Attendees may wish to bring a brown bag lunch as lunch is not currently available, however dessert and coffee is served. After any scheduled entertainment bingo will be played followed by euchre. All seniors 55 of age and older are always welcome.

Christian literature needed for missionaries RIDGEVILLE — Do you have extra Christian literature you don’t use anymore? Bibles, Sunday School curriculum, Christian books, paperbacks, daily devotionals, magazines, cassettes, CDs, videos? The Love Packages ministry collects and sends these materials to missionaries around the world to use in their ministries. Faith Alive Church (formerly Ridgeville Community Church) in Springboro is a Regional Collection Center for Love Packages, and will pick up all of your donated materials. Please call the Faith Alive Church office for more information: Call 513-932-5504.

Al-Anon meetings held in Brookville BROOKVILLE — Do you love someone who drinks too much? Come be with people who understand. Al-Anon is there to help and support spouses, relatives, and friends of people with an addiction to alcohol. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at Brookhaven Nursing and Care Center (building with a clock tower), 1 Country Lane, Brookville, Ohio (just off Brookville-Salem or Albert Road). Call for directions or more information; 833-4478 or 222-5707.

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The Brookville Community Theatre to present ‘Annie’ BROOKVILLE — Leapin Lizards! The popular comic strip heroine Little Orphan Annie takes center stage in one of the world’s best love musicals. Music & Lyrics by Charles Strouse & Martin Charnin. Book by Thomas Meehan. Based on Little Orphan Annie by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie

(Jasmine Cherry, Brookville) charms everyone’s hearts, despite a next-tonothing start in 1930’s New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage which is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan (Susan Robert, Brookville). When billionaire Oliver Warbucks (Philip Cherry, Brookville) sends his secretary, Grace Farrell (Sarah

Clark, Huber Heights), to select an orphan to spend time at his mansion, Miss Hannigan does everything in her power to make sure Annie isn’t selected. Despite her efforts, Annie is chosen and is whisked away to the wondrous and magical world of New York City. She finds a new home and family at the Warbucks mansion! While Annie is gone, Miss Hannigan hatches a plot to get her back with

the help of her brother, Rooster (Adonis Lemke, Germantown) and his girlfriend, Lily (Betsy Jones, Brookville). Will Annie finally find her family and a home? This family friendly show has all the unforgettable music including “Hard Knock Life,” “Easy Street” and the classic song “Tomorrow.” Experience the heartwarming tale of the beloved red headed orphan all over again! Directed by James Nelson & Debbi

Robbins. Performance Dates: July 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21. Thursday-Saturday performances start at 8pm and Sunday performances begin at 3pm. Tickets are $15 and to order tickets please call The Brookville Flower Shop at (937) 833-3531. The Brookville Community Theatre is located at 770 Arlington Road in Brookville. Please visit our website at www.brookvillecommunitytheatre.com

Activities offered at Earl Heck Community Center ENGLEWOOD — The Earl Heck Community Center located at 201 N. Main Street, Englewood, offers a variety of activities for senior citizens as well as classes for people of all ages. The following is a list of current activities. Jewelry Classes are on Thursdays at 1 p.m. at the Earl Heck Community Center. Learn to make beautiful jewelry for yourself or for gifts. For more information or to register, call Bryna at 890-8913. Senior Citizens - The Englewood Senior Citizens, Inc. meet the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month at the Earl Heck Community Center. Everyone age 55 and older are invited to come and enjoy fun, food and fellowship. The 2nd Friday is a carry-in-lunch – everyone brings a dish to share and fried chicken is provided. Everyone pays $1 at the door. The 4th Friday is a pizza party provided by Brookhaven Care Center and everyone brings desserts to share. Both meetings begin at 12 noon but you are welcome to come in earlier. Friendship Village provides desserts every other month along with bingo, door prizes or entertainment. Brookhaven Care Center brings door prizes on the 4th Friday and bingo is played after lunch. Don’t miss out – don’t stay home and be lonely – where can you get so much for so little? Bring your friends and neighbors. Call 836-5929 for information. Yoga for Beginners - The Earl Heck Community Center is offering Yoga for Beginners on Tuesday evenings at 7:15

senger in a vehicle was found to have a warrant. Stacey Lynn Callarik, 37, of Harrison Twp., was arrested on an active warrant, taken into custody and transported to jail. Drashan D. Mills-Mosley, 20, of Clayton, was arrested on a warrant issued by the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and was also charged with obstructing official business for failing to provide accurate identification to Clayton Police. Mills-Mosley was taken into custody and transported to jail. Unknown subjects cracked the windshield on a vehicle that was parked in a driveway in the 8600 block of N. Main St. Sunday, June 9 Clay Township Attempted burglary was reported in the 11900 block of National Road. At 10:30 a.m. an unknown subject kicked in the back door. Two men in the residence heard the door being broken in and went to investigate. Nothing was taken. Fingerprints were lifted from the back door. Monday, June 10 Clay Township An assault was reported in the 9900 block of W. National Road. An ex-boyfriend kicked

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his ex-girlfriend, who in turn bit him to defend herself. The resident filled out a criminal trespass against the male. The female victim refused to press charges. Timothy R. Parrish, 38, of Lewisburg, was criminally trespassed from a residence in the 11400 of Sweet Potato Ridge Road. Aristide Bakunzi, 28, of Dayton 45420, was charged with failure to comply, driving under suspension and expired license. Bakunzi was taken into custody and transported to jail. Wednesday, June 12 Clay Township Police responded to Airhill Road and Wolfcreek Pike to assist Perry Township with a single vehicle accident. A dark blue pickup was found in the ditch with part of a Husqvarna riding mower in the bed. A riding mower matching the description had been reported stolen in the 100 block of Timberwolf Way. Police went to the 100 block of Timberwolf and observed fresh tire tracks in the dew that led to a storage shed at the rear of a residence. The lock on the shed had been forcefully removed and the riding mower removed.

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tings. Englewood A 14-year-old male was charged with assault on a police officer, resisting arrest and unruly juvenile in the 600 block of Hile Lane. He was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Juvenile Justice Center. Friday, June 14 Clay Township Cornelius Lewis Kilgore, 35, of Dayton 45407, was arrested on an active warrant for failure to appear issued by Western Division Court. Kilgore was taken into custody and transported to jail. Clayton Nathan A. Peters, 34, of Clayton, was arrested on a warrant issued by Miami Township Police. He was taken into custody and transported to jail. Saturday, June 15 Englewood Kevin R. Snell, 35, of Englewood, was charged with driving under the influence, state driving under the influence and was arrested on an active warrant for failure to comply with probation for a driving under the influence second offense charge. Snell has three prior driving

under the influence convictions, the first in 1996 through Montgomery County Court No. 2 East, the second in 2006 through Clark County Municipal Court and the third in 2011 through Vandalia Municipal Court. Snell was taken into custody and transported to jail. Brian J. Williams, 34, of Englewood, was charged with driving under the influence, stop sign violation, failure to signal and open container. He was issued a court summons and released to a relative. Sunday, June 16 Clayton Police responded to Union and Westbrook roads on an accident with injuries. A vehicle was found in a ditch with a male driver leaning against the front fender. The male was highly intoxicated. Kenneth M. Veatch, Jr., 38, was charged with driving under the influence over the legal limit and failure to control. He registered at .149 percent on a breath intoxilyzer test. He was taken into custody and transported to jail. Englewood A runaway juvenile was reported on Westview Drive.

Work to keep your Watch group a vital force for community well-being. Organize regular meetings that focus on current issues such as drug abuse, bias-motivated violence, crime in schools, child care before and after school, recreational activities for young people, and victim services. Organize communi-

ty patrols to walk around streets or apartment complexes and alert police to crime and suspicious activities and identify problems needing attention. People in cars with cellular phones or CB radios can patrol. Adopt a park or school playground. Pick up litter, repair broken equipment, paint over graffiti. Work

with local building code officials to require dead bolt locks, smoke alarms, and other safety devices in new and existing homes and commercial buildings. Work with parent groups and schools to start a McGruff House or other block parent program (to help children in emergency situations.) Publish a

newsletter that gives prevention tips and local crime news, recognizes residents of all ages who have made a difference, and highlights community events. Don’t forget social events that give neighbors a chance to know each other — a block party, potluck dinner, volleyball or softball game, picnic.

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UNION — First Baptist Church, 217 Shaw Road, Union, will be holding Vacation Bible School on Sunday, June 23 through Thursday, June 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. VBS is for ages - 4 years to 6th grade. For more information call the church at 836-4171.

The theft of a men’s ring was reported in the 6900 block of Brookville-Salem Road. Clayton Unknown subjects knocked a mailbox off its post in the 6100 block of Rangeview Dr. Englewood The theft of a book bag containing a Nintendo DS XL game system, a charger and two games, a pair of Nike shoes, a shirt and blue jean shorts was reported in the lot of the Vineyard Apartments. Thursday, June 13 Clay Township A motorist exited Interstate 70 at exit 24, lost control of the vehicle, struck a traffic sign and ended down into the ditch. Aaron Norman, 41, of Brookville, was charged with failure to maintain reasonable control. Clayton Unknown subjects removed a 2-horsepower Briggs and Stratton gas pump the rear of a work truck while it was parked in the area of Salem Street and Kimmel Road. The worker was checking utility lines in the area and when he returned to his truck, discovered the pump missing. The pump weighs 40 pounds and is equipped with yellow fit-

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few/loitering/vagrancy and criminal mischief. Each was issued a court summons. Unknown subjects shot a pellet and struck a vehicle parked in the 100 block of Westrock Farm Dr. Wednesday, June 5 Clayton Failure to pay for $15 worth of gas was reported at United Dairy Farmers. Thursday, June 6 Clayton Police responded to Premier Fitness on the report of a possible subject on the premises with a warrant. Carrie L. Rapp, 32, of Clayton, was arrested for failure to appear on an original charge of speeding and no operator’s license. Rapp was taken into custody and transported to jail. Friday, June 7 Clayton Burglary was reported in the 3900 block of Valleybrook Drive South. Unknown subjects forced open a door, entered the residence and removed a 47-inch Vizio LCD TV. Dresser drawers in a bedroom were also opened but nothing was taken. Saturday, June 8 Clayton During traffic stop a pas-

on the fourth Monday of each month at 1 p.m. A counselor from Crossroads Hospice will help you work through your grief and there is no charge. For information, please call 836-5929. Health Screenings - Blood pressure checks and hearing screenings are now offered here at the Earl Heck Center on the first Wednesday of the month between noon and 1 p.m. This service is provided by Cypress Pointe and Premier Hearing and there is no charge. The Earl Heck Community Center offers classes for all ages and daily activities for Senior Citizens. Please call 836-5929 for more information.

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p.m. This class is a great stress reliever. Please call 937305-9353 for information or to register for the class. You may also register online at www.LotusFlowerStudio.com Euchre for all those 55 and older is available at the Earl Heck Community Center on Monday and Thursday at 1 p.m. Lots of fun and fellowship along with the game – don’t miss out. Call 836-5929 for more information. Aerobics is on Monday and Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The instructor is Robyn and she can be reached at 832-1409 for information or to register. Zumba Gold and Zumba Sentao are offered at the Earl Heck Center. The instructor, Nikki, can give you information about these classes. Please call 623-5006. Ballroom Dancing is on Tuesdays beginning at 6 p.m. Please call the instructor, Annette, at 608-1914, to register or for more information. Bingo, Canasta & Pinochle - Calling All Seniors to enjoy Bingo, Canasta and Pinochle at the Earl Heck Community Center. Bingo is played on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Pinochle is lots of fun on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. Canasta is played on Tuesday’s at 12:30. Bring your friends and neighbors. If you need further information, call 836-5929. Grief Counseling - If you have suffered loss of any kind, maybe you need to talk to a professional. Grief Counseling is offered at the Earl Heck Community Center

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Photo submitted Photo submitted Educators of the Year – Front row (l to r): Sandi Miller, Cherie Frantz, Christa Wade Back Employees of the Year - Front row (l to r): Amanda Dull, Peggy Combs, Holly Spitler Back row (l to r): Lynn Richhart, Loretta Amos, Lindsay Carter, Kelli Cunningham, Christina Row (l to r): Karen Reynolds, Heidi Fea, Lisa Combs, Pam Dixon. Not pictured: Beth Fogarty, Leitz. Not pictured: Sheree Coffman, Maria Schreiber. Linda Greer, Reba Wesley, Shannon Williamson.

Northmont busy implementing changes for the upcoming year

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MVCTC offers Speakers’ Bureau ENGLEWOOD — Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) offers a speakers’ bureau to area groups and community events. Planning committees looking for experts on areas in workforce development, career training, higher education, public education, school finance, literacy, business partnerships, or academic areas can contact MVCTC Public Information Coordinator, Kelly Herzog at 854-6056 for more information. MVCTC is happy to speak to groups or community gatherings about the Career Center or on a topic to do with MVCTC’s areas of expertise. For more information, visit www.mvctc.com/about.

Western Ohio Writers Association to meet FAIRBORN — Free monthly writing and critique group providing support, education and networking opportunities for Miami Valley writers of all genres. New Day and Location - 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month at the Fairborn Community Center, 1076 Kauffman Avenue. For details visit www.westernohiowriters.org.

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very proud to call Sean a Thunderbolt! The construction projects are well under way and the buildings are taking shape. Driving by the Early Learning Center presents a changing landscape on a daily basis. It seems like the crews are out there 24/7. The piles of block are shrinking and the walls are growing. The fire suppression system at the high school is in its final stages and the front parking lot has been paved with the first layers of blacktop and striped for parking. The security project in all of the elementary buildings and the middle school is also underway and will be completed before the doors open in the fall. So, as you can see, summer may be time off for the children, but activity is still in full swing to prepare the best possible learning environment for all of our students. I hope everyone enjoys the summer and gets to spend at least a little time relaxing with a good book.

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Memorial Day Weekend was host to our Class of 2013 Graduation ceremonies where we handed out just under 400diplomas and celebrated with a class that broke the record in scholarships received from the Dayton Montgomery County Scholarship program. Our future is in good hands! The school year has come to an end and while the students are swimming, traveling with their families, and playing outside, the staff is still hard at work planning and implementing the many changes in store for the next school year. The first week that classes were out, Northmont hosted its annual Summer Institute for teachers. During the course of the week, as many as 152 staff members gath-

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Salem’s Student Pastor prepares youngsters for life after youth group CLAYTON — To effectively lead Salem Church of God’s student ministry, Nathanael Lyon views his task as preparing students to NOT be part of the church’s youth group. Instead, his goal is for young people to move easily and comfortably into church life once their high school years are behind them. “The reality is that many teens are leaving the church, especially as they graduate from high school and head on to life away from home,” says Lyon, 23, who joined the Salem Church of God staff this spring as student pastor. Lyon, a 2012 Anderson University (IN) graduate with degrees in education and history, sees two primary reasons why teens break away. First, they have failed to develop their own faith - instead, going

to church because that’s what their parents do. Second, as children and then teens, they have not assimilated into the life of the church – rather, they have been relegated to children’s and youth programming. “Sunday School and youth group are fantastic things,” Lyon explains, “but when youngsters graduate from high school, often they are left with no specific class to move on to. They’re on their own to connect with the church. We need to create opportunities for children and youth to serve and be involved with the church as a whole before they graduate.” For that to happen, Lyon says youngsters foremost need to make their own faith decision. “They need to have a personal faith, their own relation-

Nathanael Lyon ship with Jesus,” he says. “It must be more than merely Jesus being their mom and dad’s savior.” To that end, Lyon is looking to build relationships with not only students, but their families, as well. He believes effective ministry begins with understanding family dynam-

ics and meeting needs on a family level. It’s the same approach being taken by Kyle Hayes, Salem’s Children and Family Ministry pastor. “Kyle and I understand that ministry is much about relationships and about family,” says Lyon. “The staff at Salem has been working to create environments and programs that make sense for families. We see our jobs as working with families to build up the next generation of Christ followers.” To construct those relationships, each Salem youth group member also is part of a small group that meets weekly with one of 15 adult volunteers, who invest in the life of the students on a one-to-one basis. The youth join together on Sunday mornings and evenings, as well as for other events.

Lyon acknowledges that, at 23, he isn’t far removed from those he is leading. He sees that as neither an advantage nor disadvantage. “There is a huge misconception about youth ministry, that you have to be a highenergy, jumping-around, screaming-and-yelling crazy leader. Or, that if you’re older than 40, you’re out of touch. It simply isn’t true,” he says. “What students really want and need is someone to know them, value them and love them.” It has been a busy time for Lyon. First came the move to the area to join the Salem staff. Then, on June 28, he will marry Kimberly Klotz. Salem’s newest staff member grew up in Anderson, IN, and attended Madison Park Church of God, where his father, Jim, served as senior

pastor for 22 years before recently taking on the role of general director-designate for the Church of God, which essentially is the movement’s chief staff officer worldwide. The younger Lyon’s focus is more centralized: ministering to the youth of the Clayton congregation. “Middle school and high school are such formative parts of life, and I am honored to walk alongside students as they are looking for answers to pivotal questions for their future,” says Lyon. “Students need guidance when they are teenagers. I feel blessed to be a part of it.” For more information about Salem Church of God’s student ministry, please visit salemchurch.org/get connected/salem youth, or call 836-6500.

Positive thoughts are good for your mental and physical health By Mark Underwood Quincy Bioscience MADISON, WI — On cold, dreary, overcast days, do you dream about trading the chilly weather for a gorgeous day under azure blue skies and perfect temperatures? That wishful thinking is a positive way to look at the world. The good news is it’s more than wishing you had better weather—positive thoughts are good for your mental and physical health. Wishful thinking can help you get through many challenges of everyday life. How we handle these challenges can affect our overall health. Use a positive approach by taking the bitter moments of life and mix them into your “lemonade pitcher.” Make a virtual pitcher of lemonade out of bitter lemons and you’ll be doing yourself a favor in more ways than one. For one thing, you’ll be protecting yourself from the

harmful effects of stress. No fancy shoes or special equipment needed Stress is nearly impossible to avoid. As we age, the effects of stress take a greater toll on our health and can disrupt our sleep. Positive thinking is not just window dressing for a problem; it is a management technique and potentially a lifesaver. Effective stress management is an important life skill for all of us to learn how to incorporate into our daily routines. Why do positive thinkers often experience health benefits? Several studies have suggested that people with positive outlooks are able to cope better with stressful situations and that reduces the harmful effects of stress on your body. It’s also thought that people who put a positive spin on life tend to live healthier lifestyles. They tend to get more physical activity, follow

a healthier diet and don’t smoke or drink alcohol in excess. These are other direct benefits from optimistic thinking: * Increased life span * Greater resistance to common colds * Lower rates of depression * Reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease One of the great things about thinking happy thoughts is that you can do it without special equipment or training. Anybody can focus on positive thinking. It takes some practice but the more you make a conscious effort to think positively, the easier it becomes. You can pull up a mental image of something whenever you need a quick antidote to the day’s stress —whether you are in the park, on the train, or in between meetings. What you may be missing In today’s world, many of us lead busy hectic lives.

We’re running from one thing to another, and consequently, we may neglect our emotional well-being and that’s when we can start to feel rundown and negative. It is common knowledge that inactivity, lack of exercise or poor sleep can lead to feeling down. Everyone feels overtired and sluggish at one time or another. You may even feel like your memory is slowing down. Prevagen can help clear the cobwebs from your mind and help you feel more positive, more “in the moment” day after day. “Call, email, text your mind” with mental boosts Optimistic thinking is about finding good in negative situations, keeping an open mind when things go wrong, and approaching challenges with a focus on positive outcomes. We all have some narrative running in the back of our minds. If your internal dialogue is negatively based and

often focused on failure, chart a new course. Here are some ways you can do that: * Listen for Negativity: Find one place in your daily routine where you often run into negativity. Listen for the internal voice emerging with potential news of failure. Ignore it. Change the channel and find a new internal voice saying, “This could work.” * Live for Wellness: When you feel good you’re much more likely to want to avoid negativity and not get bogged down in muddy thoughts. Exercise has a profound effect on ability to cope with stress. It elevates our moods and helps fuel positive thinking. * Learn to laugh: Laugher is one of the most enjoyable ways to let the day’s stressors melt away. Humor has been studied extensively for its major effect on our wellbeing. As social beings we thrive with positive contact

with others. Positive people are contagious. About Mark Underwood Mark Underwood is a neuroscience researcher, president and co-founder of Quincy Bioscience, a biotech company located in Madison, Wisconsin focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel technologies to support cognitive function and other agerelated health challenges such as memory. Mark is also creator of popular brain health supplement Prevagen. Mark has been taped as an expert in the field of neuroscience for The Wall Street Journal Morning Radio, CBS and CNN Radio among others. Mark is also a contributor to the “Brain Health Guide” which highlights the research at Quincy Bioscience and offers practical tips to help keep healthy brain function in aging. More information can be found at: www.quincybioscience.com.

Walking helpful for those with addictions OKLAHOMA — Taking a walk can be very beneficial to a person for many different reasons. Usually when a person has been addicted to drugs or alcohol, they have become extremely introverted and had limited physical activity. Taking a walk allows one to become extroverted and is a simple activity to help

one in recovery. Taking a walk provides one with getting outside and enjoying the beautiful sites, sounds and smells of the landscape and environment they are in. It allows one to relax, get some exercise and relieve any stress that may have been pinned up inside them. It is a healthy activity for those in recovery to

enjoy and utilize to help them through any potential problems or hardships. For more information or guidance about drug or alcohol abuse or addiction or if you or someone you know is struggling with a drug or alcohol addiction, contact Narconon Arrowhead today at 800468-6933 or log onto www.stopaddiction.com.

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GREENVILLE — The Hope in Recovery is model is similar to the traditional “Twelve Step” programs and encourages its participants to confront their issues in light of their Christian Faith. Hope in Recovery offers the extra care, understanding and encouragement necessary to grow beyond the bondage of destructive habits and behaviors, and the isolation caused by shame. Meetings are filled with the faith, hope, and love that only God can provide, in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental environment.’ Hope in Recovery meets every Friday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 114 E. 4th Street, Greenville. If you’re in need of support, just show up. For more information, please call 548-9006.

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Bikeway Extension ribbon cutting set for June 21 WPAFB, WSU and Huffman Prairie Trail are now connected to 330-mile regional bikeway system DAYTON — Five Rivers

MetroParks invites area bike enthusiasts to a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the opening of the Mad River Bikeway extension. With the completion of the new 3.6 mile recreational bikeway, downtown Dayton and the more than 330 miles of trails in the regional bikeway system are now connected with Wright Patterson Air Force Base, the Air Force Museum, Huffman MetroPark and the Huffman Prairie Trail, and the Kauffman Avenue Bikeway which extends to Wright State University and Fairborn. The new bikeway segment is also part of the multistate, 4,600 mile North Country Trail, as well as Ohio’s

Buckeye Trail, which continues past Fairborn onroad to Springfield and beyond. The grand opening of the Mad River Bikeway extension is scheduled for 11:30 am Friday, June 21, at the Eastwood MetroPark main parking lot, 1385 Harshman Road, Dayton. A group bike ride on the new bikeway from Eastwood MetroPark to Huffman MetroPark will follow. Planning began on the Mad River Bikeway extension in 2003 with funding support from the Ohio Department of Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n / F H WA through the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. The total budg-

et is more than $3 million. The new section of accessible paved bikeway connects Eastwood MetroPark to Huffman MetroPark and offers many spectacular views of the Mad River. “The pathway passes an area where we have seen bald eagles nesting, under a 1918 railroad tunnel and over the top of Huffman Dam,” shared Joe Zimmerman, project manager for Five Rivers MetroParks. The extension also passes the Hanitch-Huffman house. The house was home to Colonel Frank T. Huffman, whose Huffman Manufacturing Company came to national prominence with the Huffy bicycle. “This trail has been a long time coming and

Photo submitted With the completion of the new 3.6 mile recreational bikeway, downtown Dayton and the more than 330 miles of trails in the regional bikeway system are now connected with the multistate, 4,600 mile North Country Trail, as well as Ohio’s Buckeye Trail, which continues past Fairborn on-road to Springfield and beyond.

wouldn’t have been possible without the help of our friends at the Miami Conservancy District,” added Zimmerman. “Their help with planning and

infrastructure kept the project moving. We know that local cyclists will appreciate this extension and make great use of it.” Learn more about the

largest connected bikeway network in the country by v i s i t i n g www.metroparks.org/cycli ng or calling (937) 275PARK (7275).

Farmers Market returning to Downtown Troy TROY — Summer is right around the corner, and there’s no better way to enjoy the warm Saturday mornings than browsing fresh produce and handmade artisan products at the Downtown Troy Farmers Market. The third annual market will be open from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 22 and continue every Saturday until September 21. Visitors will find the market located on South Cherry Street in

downtown Troy. Patrons will find close to thirty local vendors that range from organic produce growers to artisans and craftsmen. Visitors can expect to find seasonal produce, maple syrup, fresh cut flowers, jams, jellies, pies, breads, pastries, herbs, artisan cheeses, plants, art, crafts, and much more. Live music and other entertainment will enhance the experience each week that also include cooking demon-

strations, outdoor yoga, and living history. The venue allows for shoppers to not only purchase fresh, local grown produce from the surrounding area, but also explore and experience all that downtown Troy has to offer. Several downtown Troy businesses will hold special Saturday hours that correspond with the farmers market so to give visitors the opportunity to peruse. Walk-In Business

Map Cards will be available at the market to assist visitors in their exploration of downtown. Free public parking will be available in the adjacent lot, which can be accessed via W. Franklin Street, and vendors also will be set up in the shade, courtesy of the surrounding historic buildings. Jessie Rankinen was recently appointed the new market manager for the 2013 season. Rankinen said she is

excited about the opportunity, after interning with the Farmers Market the previous summer. “I look forward to using my skills and expanding my experience. The market grew tremendously from 2011 to 2012 and this year I would love to add even more variety to our market. Farmers markets are a great way to get the tastiest produce around, support local farming families and connect with your community,” says

Rankinen. The Downtown Troy Farmers Market is presented by Troy Main Street, Inc. and made possible by a grant from the General Fund of the Troy Foundation and the sponsorship of Patty Rose & Associates, Allstate Insurance. For more information regarding the Downtown Troy Farmers Market please contact Troy Main Street at (937) 339-5455 or visit online at www.troymainstreet.org.

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CLAYTON — The Northmont Optimist Club will be holding their Golf Outing on Monday July 15 at Meadowbrook Country Club. Registration will start at 11 a.m. with a shotgun start at noon. Northmont The

Mark Your Calendar Tuesday, June 25th, 5pm-9pm

Optimist Club is a nonprofit organization that is committed to helping the youth in the Northmont community. The club sponsors a cross-country race for students in grades 4, 5 and 6, distribute identification kits to kids at kindergarten registration, contribute to the AfterProm program, give college scholarships to graduating seniors and help provide food and clothing to people in need. The Optimist Club is asking your help to make this golf outing a success by placing an ad in the golf outing program book. The book will be distrib-

uted to the Optimist members, the golfers in the outing and other members of the community. The money raised this year will also help to buy equipment needed for the Northmont Education Special Department. For a $100 donation the name and location of your company will be given a full page ad in the program book and a large sign will be placed on the course with your company name. Additional donations will be used to increase the scholarships provided and expand the programs above to additional children and youth.

Cost to play in the golf outing is $90 per individual or $360 per foursome. As a further piece of information for you consideration, 100 percent of the net funds donated go toward programs and activities for the children and youth specified above. Please make checks payable to Northmont Optimists and mail to Optimist Golf Outing in care of Chris Copas, 2195 Plantation Trail, Bellbrook OH 45305. If you have questions please email Chris at Chris.Copasfainavistar.co m or call him at 937-3696323.

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Ron Nunnari, winner of the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s Sportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity Media Service Award is a 1976 graduate of Northmont High School. Read his sports stories each week in the Independent.

Northmont Basketball Camp slated June 24 - 28

Northmont Tancs win eighth straight

CLAYTON — Northmont Basketball Camp will be held June 24-28 at Northmont High School and Middle School. Future Bolts (grades 2-6) session 9 a.m. until noon. Junior High and High School (grades 7-12) session 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Each camper will receive a camp T-shirt. Camp cost is $50 before June 15, $60 after June 15. Walk-up registrations will be accepted the first day of camp (please arrive early). Any questions or additional information contact Asst. Coach Collin Abels at 937-657-5341 or cabels@northmontschools.net

By RON NUNNARI Independent Editor Rnunnari@civitasmedia.com CLAYTON — Last week the Northmont Tancs summer ACME baseball team won all six of its games to extend its winning streak to eight games to improve to 10-2 overall. Northmont opened the week with a rain shortened 4 inning victory over Wayne, 42. Jackson Ford pitched all 4 innings with 3 strikeouts, gave up 2 hits and 2 earned runs. Greg Peffley got a hit, Max Steck one hit and one RBI, Zach Kirby belted a double for one RBI and Tyler Hartley got a hit with one RBI. WAY 2 0 0 0 – 2 2 1 NMT 0 4 0 0 – 4 4 1 Wednesday, June 12 the Tancs hosted the Dayton Dodgers and pounded out 12 hits for a 13-6 victory. Ben Mangen pitched 1 inning, gave up a hit and struck out 2. Peffley went 5 innings, scattered 4 hits and struck out 3. Ford mopped up with 1 inning of work and surrendered 1 hit. Peffley went 3 for 5 with one RBI. Zach Weatherford went 1 for 5 with one RBI. Kyle Craddick went 2 for 5. Jacob Stose went 1 for 5. Graham Oberer went 2 for 5 with two RBI. Mangen went 2 for 5 with two RBI. Ford went 2 for 4 with one RBI. Sean Murphy went 2 for 4. Max Steck went 2 for 4 wit three RBI and Brandon Christy went 3 for 4 with four RBI. DAY 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 – 06 06 1 NMT 1 3 1 1 3 4 x – 13 12 1 Last Thursday the Tancs hosted Vandalia Crown Solutions and scored an 11-4 win. Tyler Hartley pitched 4 innings, scattered 6 hits, struck out 6 and gave up 2 earned runs. Stose pitched 1 and 1/3 of an inning, struck out one and gave up two runs. Craddick worked 1 and 2/3 of an inning with one strikeout.

Basketball training with Brooks Hall offered locally TROY — No Limit Sports is offering small group training sessions with Brooks Hall. Learn the basketball fundamentals including shooting technique, ball handling, individual moves, offensive and defensive footwork catered to each individual’s needs. For more information, visit www.nolimitsports1.com (click the AAU tab) or call Brooks Hall (937) 6209790.

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At the plate Weatherford went 1 for 4 with one RBI. Peffley went 3 for 3 with one RBI. Craddick went 1 for 1, Mangen 2 for 4, Oberer 2 for 4 with two RBI, Stose 1 for 4, Steck 1 for 3 with one RBI, Ford went 2 for 3 with one RBI, and Murphy went 1 for 2 with one RBI. VAN 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 – 04 05 1 NMT 1 4 2 0 3 1 x – 11 12 4 Friday the Tancs traveled to Greenville to face Greenville Technologies and once again the boys from Northmont swung hot bats to score a decisive 12-2 victory. Craddick pitched 6 innings, scattered 6 hits, struck out 3 and had two earned runs. Craddick also hit a sacrifice fly for one RBI. Weatherford went 1 for 3, Peffley 1 for 3 with two RBI, Oberer 1 for 3 with home run and three RBI, Mangen 0-2 with one RBI, Stose 1 for 3 with an RBI double, Steck went 1 for 4, Murphy 1 for 4 with one RBI and Hartley went 1 for 4 with two RBI. NMT 0 3 3 3 0 0 3 – 12 8 1 GTI 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 – 02 6 6 Saturday the Tancs returned home to sweep a doubleheader from the Dayton Dynasty. Northmont won the first game 4-1. Mangen pitched 5 innings, scattered 3 hits and struck out 3. Stose pitched 2 innings, scattered 2 hits and had 3 strikeouts. Peffley went 1 for 4 with a double. Weatherford went 1 for 3, Mangen 1 for 3, Oberer went 2 for 2 with three RBI, Stose 1 for 3 with one RBI, and Christy went 1 for 3. DAY 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 – 1 5 0 NMT 2 0 1 0 0 1 x – 4 7 2 The Dynasty proved to be a tough opponent as the Tancs squeaked out a 3-1 win in the second game. Murphy pitched 5 innings, gave up two hits, struck out four and had one earned run. Peffley worked 2 innings, struck out three and gave up one hit. Peffley went

2 for 3 at the plate. Craddick went 2 for 3, Mangen 1 for 3, Oberer 2 for 2 with two RBI, Steck went 1 for 3 and Hartley went 2 for 3. DAY 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 – 1 03 1 NMT 0 1 1 0 0 1 x – 3 10 1 “After starting out the season winning only one out of our first three games we are now 10-2 and playing very well,” said Tancs coach Jim Oberer. “Graham Oberer is hitting the

cover off the ball and hit a bomb home run Friday night at Greenville. Mangen is pitching well and is tying teams up in knots. Weatherford is playing great in center field and Peffley is outstanding at shortstop. Steck is also hitting the cover off the ball. We are stealing bases and hitting and maturing as a team. Jackson Ford is hitting well, Hartley is playing great at second base and is also

pitching well and Kyle Craddick is an all around athlete that I can play at any position and Mangen is pitching and hitting well.” Thursday the Tancs play Lebanon at Lebanon High School then return home Friday night to face Greenville Technologies Inc., at 6:15 p.m. then play a doubleheader at Troy on Saturday at 1 and 4 p.m.

Photo submitted Assistant Coach, Justine Shilt. Jennifer Dean. Head Coach, Steve Beachler.

Dean named Most Improved SCC Player DAYTON — Jennifer Dean, a 2012 graduate of Northmont High School, earned the “Most Improved Player” award as a Freshman for the Sinclair Community College’s Lady Tartans FastPitch Softball team. Dean started in right field and also caught while having

the team’s fifth highest batting average. Sinclair’s Women’s Fast-Pitch program was reborn in 2013 after a 21 year hiatus and went 18-11 in its first year back, a very successful season according to Head Coach Steve Beachler. Dean played softball for Englewood Little League

Girl’s Fast-Pitch program and participated on Northmont’s Girl’s Fast-Pitch team her Freshman year in 2009. She is a Biology Major at Sinclair and after completion of her Sophomore year looks forward to pursuing her Undergraduate Degree at Wright State University.

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Southwest Thunder win Madriver Classic WEST LIBERTY — Southwest Thunder Fastpitch, based out of Englewood, was crowned the Madriver Classic Tournament Champions the weekend of June 7, 8 and 9. Northmont’s Lydia Barnes and Brittany Huff each hit three home runs in the tournament. Chy Thorpe also hit her first home run of the season. A total of 11 home runs were hit by Thunder players in six games played. Chey Rowe robbed an opponent of a home run with an acrobatic overthe-fence catch. She batted .389 on the weekend with two stolen bases and two RBI. Sarah Jasinski slap bunted her way to three 1-3 games and recorded a stolen base. Thorpe finished with a .444 batting average and

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two RBI. Barnes went .333 on the weekend with seven RBI in addition to her three home runs. Huff had an outstanding outing, batting .677 for the

tournament with three HR, one double, six RBI and one stolen base. The tournament was held in West Liberty, Ohio. The Thunder is sponsored by: Northwest

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AREA NEWS Civil War group seeks additional members DAYTON — Have an ancestor in the Union Army during the Civil War? Enjoy American history? Want to honor Civil War veterans and do more? Join the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War (SUVCW). The SUVCW conducts patriotic ceremonies, preserves and restores Civil War monuments and gravestones, honors veterans, provides genealogy assistance, and supports Eagle Scout, Reserve Officer Training Corps, history education, and veterans programs. Dayton’s Sherman Camp supports area community and historical activities with representations, speakers, displays, and living historians representing Civil War veterans. For SUVCW information visit: www.SUVCW.org For Sherman Camp information, e-mail: DaytonSUV@gmail.com

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DAYTON — Shiloh Church, United Church of Christ, located at 5300 Philadelphia Drive in North Dayton, is introducing The Senior Living Ministry to assist seniors. The program is designed to help seniors facing housing changes and assist them in making decisions necessary to maintain control of their living arrangements. The assistance program is available at no charge and will help seniors answer questions such as: What Options are available? Why is it important to make your own decisions? How can you make the right decision based on your circumstances? Have you planned ahead for yourself and your loved ones? To learn more about The Senior Living Ministry, to set up an appointment with a senior living coach or to arrange a group da ough Sa seminar call the church office at 277-8953. 0d

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DAYTON — Judy Ehler was present during the ceremony honoring her late husband, Coach Jim Ehler at Top Talent Basketball Camp on June 12. Jim Ehler was a coach and educator with Kettering City Schools (Fairmont East) from 1950 until 1983. During this time, he also served as assistant coach with the University of Dayton Men’s basketball program from 1971 to 1989. Upon leaving the University of Dayton, Jim became an assistant coach under Ralph Underhill and Jim Brown for the Wright State University men’s basketball program from 1989-1997. After retiring from the college ranks, Coach Ehler spent thirteen years with the Northmont High School boys basketball program. For 60 years, his passion was teaching the fundamentals of basketball as well as watching his players develop into successful individuals in many fields of endeavor. One of the more notable players that he coached (while at the University of Dayton) was Jim Paxson, the current general manager at the Chicago Bulls. The accomplished coaching staff at Top Talent Basketball Camp is dedicated to individual development by delivering the focused intensive training that is essential to improvement while providing a fun environment for the campers. “We work hard to provide a fun, enriching, and memorable basketball camp experience for the kids,” says Camp Director Ron Schadegg, who has over 22 years of experience running basketball camps around the country. “A camp like Top Talent Basketball Camp develops a strong foundation by reinforcing the fundamentals,” says Program Director Michael Bradley, who is the assistant mens basketball coach at Barry University in Miami Florida. A strong physical foundation is as important to excellence as the fundamentals. Top Talent

Jim Ehler Basketball camp has brought in athlete and celebrity trainer John Hall, owner of John Hall Studios in Chicago. He has developed a sport specific training program and the campers at Top Talent Basketball camp are benefitting from his expertise. “My goal is to assess and correct movement in order to lengthen and strengthen muscles so the athlete can move in a functionally sound manner and can operate at peak performance,” says Hall. He travels across the country doing camps, strength and conditioning clinics, and lifestyle coaching where he teaches his program “Optimal Fitness” that is focused on inner conditioning, physically, mentally and spiritually. For more information or booking, visit JohnHallStudios.com or email him at John@JohnHallStudios.com. Camp is being held at Central State University, Beacon Lewis Gymnasium located at 1400 Brush Row Road, Wilberforce, OH 45384. Registrations for Top Talent Basketball Camp are now being accepted by phone at (937) 321-1367. Campers can attend for a daily drop in fee of $50. For more information, you can also visit the camp website t a www.toptalentbasketball.com or find the camp on Facebook.