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Medicare, Medicaid discussed at YWCA review Bethany J. Royer Staff Writer broyer@civitasmedia.com

PIQUA —Ashley Powell, social worker at Dorothy Love Retirement Community, Sidney, came with a wealth of Medicare and Medicaid information for a review held Thursday at the YWCA. “There’s a lot to know about this,” said Powell,

also joined by Shelia Nuss, marketing at Dorothy Love Retirement Community, as she gave a basic rundown on Medicare Part A, Part B, Part C, Part D and Medicaid when associated with Medicare.

To those in attendance, Powell began by first asking those in the audience how comfortable they felt with their

Medicare knowledge on a scale from one to ten.

Ten being the most comfortable and one being knowing next to nothing, “Where would you say your comfort level is?”

Replies ranged from six to a distinct next to nothing.

“Medicare is very complex,” agreed Powell of the universal benefit that at some point in time,

everyone in the room would be eligible for, beginning at age 65, earlier if they’ve a qualified disability, or end-stage renal disease. “But as soon as you get it figured out, it’s going to change.”

ENROLLMENT For those already receiving Social Security benefits, enrollment is automatic with those individuals receiving a

booklet and enrollment card, according to Powell.

For those not receiving Social Security, she emphasizes the rule of three, meaning to apply 3-months before a 65th birthday or 3-months after. This is imperative as those who fail to apply within that 3-month period, if they wait or delay, will be faced with a 10 percent penalty.

Salvation Army kicks off holiday season

Kettle, Angel Tree programs get underway

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Third-generation takes over local business

Belinda M. Paschal

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PIQUA — With the familiar sound of its brass band blaring out Christmas carols, the Salvation Army kicked off its annual Christmas Kettle and Angel Tree Season on Thursday at the Miami Valley Centre Mall.

The Christmas Kettle campaign is well-known to those who have seen volunteers ringing handbells in hopes of a donation dropped into the red Salvation Army kettle. “Today, that kettle is now synonymous with Christmas,” said Capt. Doug Dolder, a corps officer for the Salvation Army.

“The money is used year-round to support the Salvation Army in Piqua,” he noted.

The donation kettles will be located at the mall, Walmart, Kroger, Family Dollar and Rose’s.

By participating in the Angel Tree program, residents can bring Christmas joy to a less fortunate boy or girl. Tags decorating a Christmas tree list the gender, age, clothing sizes and wish list of each child in the program, and participants can purchase the gifts to return to the tree location or to the Salvation Mike Ullery | Daily Call Army at 129 S. Wayne St. Captain Bethannie Dolder of the Piqua Salvation Army explains the Angel Tree to those gathered See PROGRAMS | Page 2 at the Miami Valley Centre Mall on Thursday for the Christmas kettle and Angel Tree kick-off event.

PIQUA — Adam Seas, the new owner of Bob Seas & Son Carpet Cleaners, 3820 State Route 185, Piqua, says he always knew when he was a kid that he would take over the family business.

Seas took over the carpet cleaning business his grandfather started and his father continued and said he is proud to be a third-generation business owner.

“It makes me feel proud, but also a little nervous,” said Seas, laughing. “I’m trying to live up to my dad and grandpa. Everyone loves them and I hear it all the time. … I get it all the time everywhere I go.

‘You’re Bob’s grandson, or your Darrell’s son.’”

Seas took over the business in 2011 and since that time has carried the torch once held by his father and grandfather.

He said he loves and enjoys his job, specifically helping customers.

In addition, he said he was always interested in running the business as a third-generation business owner.

“I was always interested, even when I was a little kid,” Seas said. “My favorite part is I really enjoy working with the public.”

The business offers a wide variety of services, including residential and commercial carpet cleaning, upholstery, deodorizing, stain protection and fast-drying encapsulation cleaning.

Adam’s grandfather, Bob Seas, 81, of Piqua, started the business in 1970 during a time where he was driving a school bus and operating a dry cleaning business.

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Captain Bethannie Dolder and Captain Doug Dolder, of the Piqua Salvation Army, along with Peggy Henthorne, manager of the Miami Valley Centre Mall, (far left), and the local Salvation Army band, lead a Christmas carol at kick-off ceremonies for the 2013 Christmas kettle and Angel Tree at the mall.

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PIQUA — Like many of her teaching peers, Mary Beth Brooks, one of the new six educators at Piqua Catholic school this fall, comes with a wealth of experience and education.

Including a dual licenseintervention specialist for K-12 grades from Franciscan University of Steubenville, along with a K-12 reading endorsement, among other

endorsements and colleges.

“Lots of school experience,” said Brooks, a third grade teacher at the school, who was born —and grew up in— the Englewood/Brookville area, and moved to Piqua not long after beginning her new position at Piqua Catholic.

“I love being close, things come up in the school or the parish and I can just go to them,” said Brooks of the recent move, while speaking of having attended the

October Fest held by the parish at the time of her Class Act series interview with the Piqua Daily Call.

When asked how the school year was going

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so far with her 14 students she has throughout the day, minus Spanish, technology, gym and music classes, of course, Brooks said, “Wonderful, they are a great group.”

Emphasizing they’ve a lot on the agenda this year, beginning with the third graders traveling along with the sixth grade to Piqua Manor (Sixth grade students act as buddies to the third grade students) to interview residents and write about their experience.

The subsequent jour-

nals will cover a multitude of special events at Piqua Manor, including the holidays, with each resident receiving a copy at the end of the school year.

The special program has been a long-standing tradition for Piqua Catholic students, some 2o plus years, but this year the students will incorporate a Spanish tradition of crafts. All in thanks to new school educator Cebele Cambron, with the project to consist of See CLASS ACT | Page 2

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2 Friday, November 15, 2013 Obituary KENNETH W. PENCE JR. COVINGTON — Kenneth W. Pence Jr., 75, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at his home. He was born Feb. 8, 1938, in Piqua, to Worthy and Katherine (McMaken) Pence.

Kenny graduated from Houston High School and retired as manager of Terra fertilizer plant, Covington.

On February 18, 1983, he married Carol Jean Brown and together they shared a life for 30 years, traveling to Florida in the winter months. He was a member of the Covington Eagles and enjoyed spending time on the golf course.

He will be missed and remembered by his loving wife Carol Jean (Brown); children, David Pence of Sidney, Doug Pence of Sidney, Carla and Matt Rogness of Minneapolis,

Minn., Steffanie Edwards of Covington, and Susan and Steve Richards of Covington; eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Darryl Pence. He had many friends and customers from his years at Terra and loved all of his grandchildren and was very proud of them.

Funeral services will take place at the convenience of the family, with interment at Highland Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2-5 p.m.

Sunday, at Jackson-Sarver Funeral Home, 10 S. High St., Covington. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Online memories may be left for the family at www.jackson-sarver.com

Death Notice LEE TROY — Patricia Anne Lee, 56, of Troy, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013, in the Troy Care Center. A Memorial Service will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, in the Cornerstone Baptist Church, 1879 Old Staunton Rd., Troy.

Atkins-Shively Funeral Home are serving the family.

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Melcher-Sowers invites public to participate in Wreaths Across America project PIQUA — Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home, Piqua, will again be the local provider for the Veterans & Family Memorial Care Provider’s Wreaths Across America Day, set for Saturday, Dec. 14.

The project began as The Arlington Wreath project, started by Morrill Worcester in 1992, with the donation and laying of 5,000 Christmas wreaths to Arlington National Cemetery.

It was relatively obscure until 2005, when a photo of the stones adorned with wreaths and covered in snow circulated around the Internet.

The project received National attention. In 2006, more than 150 state and national cemeteries held wreathlaying ceremonies simultaneously.

By 2008, more than 300 locations held wreath laying ceremonies in every state, Puerto Rico and 24 cemeteries overseas.

More than 100,000 wreaths were placed on veterans graves, with more than 60,000 volunteers participating.

Now the opportunity to adorn every hero’s grave has been made

available to the Piqua community through the efforts of Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home.

Seven specially designated wreaths for the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, and POW/MIA will be placed at the Veteran’s Memorial across from Forest Hill Cemetery, Piqua to honor the men and women who have bravely served to protect our freedoms.

WAA reaches out to thousands of children each year with the message of Remember, Honor and Teach. The importance of honoring each fallen serviceman/woman as an individual is stressed.

The wreath laying is now held each year on the second Saturday of December and was unanimously voted by the U.S. Congress as “Wreaths Across America™ Day.” By offering sponsorships to the public, Wreaths Across America hopes that one day every veteran’s resting place will be adorned with a wreath for the holiday season.

You may honor your hero who is

buried at any local cemetery by sponsoring a $15 Wreath. Now thru Nov. 25, call or stop in and order a wreath for your hero at Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home, 646 West High St., Piqua (773-1647). Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home is one of nearly 1,000 family owned Veterans & Family Memorial Care providers across all 50 states nationwide.

Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home also continues to accept used cell phones as part of its Cell Phones for Soldiers Program. These cell phones are turned in and exchanged for calling cards, which are distributed among soldiers to allow them to call their families at home for free. Another project we are continuing is the Old Glory collection. This allows people to turn their used flags in to us for proper disposal.

“We are honored to be a part of each of these programs,” said Jerry L. Sowers, president, Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home. “We look forward to the success of “Wreaths Across America” again this year.

Ohio couple gives back adopted son after 9 years Lisa Cornwell Associated Press

ple's home in Butler County were not immediately returned. Children Services also didn't return messages Thursday.

Adolf Olivas, an attorney appointed by the court to protect the child's legal interests, told the HamiltonMiddletown Journal-News that the parents said the boy has aggressive behaviors and would not agree to get help.

The child is hurt and confused and doesn't understand what is happening, Olivas said.

"If your 9-year-old needs help, you get him help," Olivas told the newspaper. "It is not a question of a 9-year-old wanting it or not."

Olivas had no additional comment Thursday.

The Coxes could face up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine if convicted of the first-degree misdemeanor.

"This is not about somebody who can't pay to support the child," the prosecutor said.

The median annual income in the region where the parents live is more than $100,000, and the median home

value is more than $280,000, according to census data.

"These are the only parents he has ever known, Gmoser said. "What do you think happens at night when he goes to sleep and doesn't have his brothers around or someone to talk to he has known for nine years?"

Gmoser confirmed the Coxes have other children.

Benjamin Johnson, a spokesman for the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, said such cases are rare.

A Tennessee woman who ended her adoption of a 7-year-old Russian boy by putting him on a plane to Moscow by himself in 2010 lost her bid this year to keep from paying $150,000 in child support. Criminal charges were not filed against the woman, but the Seattle-based adoption agency sued her for support. She had pinned a note to the boy saying he had violent behavior problems and she no longer wanted to be his mother.

The sheriff's office did not immediately return calls on whether the warrant had been served.

Condolences may be sent to www.shivelyfunerCINCINNATI — An Ohio couple alhomes.com. who authorities say returned their 9-year-old adopted son to the county WILLIAMS after raising him since infancy have PIQUA — Eddie Joe been charged with abandoning the Williams, 65, of Piqua, child. died Tuesday, Nov. 12, Cleveland and Lisa Cox of Liberty 2013, at Koester Pavilion, Township, north of Cincinnati, were Troy. Funeral arrange- each indicted Wednesday on a misments are pending demeanor count of nonsupport of through the Jamieson & dependents. The charge accuses Yannucci Funeral Home, them of recklessly abandoning or Piqua. failing to provide adequate support for the boy they turned over to Butler County Children Services last month.

County Prosecutor Michael A story in the Saturday, Nov. 6, edition incorrectly Gmoser said Thursday that he reported that Mary Lou Havenar owned and operated doesn't usually seek indictments in a barber shop at 525 N. Main St. in Piqua for many misdemeanor cases but views this as years. The Call regrets the error. "reckless" abandonment.

"When you are the parent and you recklessly abandon a child or children, there are criminal consequences," Gmoser said. "These children From page 1 don't have a return-to-sender stamp Those in the latter Medicaid Services. emblazoned on their forehead."

“Make sure if you are eli- may not want the hassle Messages left Thursday at the cougible that you apply, right of choice, to worry about away,” said Powell with changing prescription drug the ways to sign up includ- plans or adding one as it ing the Medicare website comes in an all-in-one packFrom page 1 or through the local Social age. tactile items such as felt, multiplications and work“You get it and you’re Security office. yarn, even construction ing on their writing. done,” said Powell who MEDICARE PARTS paper.

Obviously, busy and There are four parts also suggested sitting down “At the end, in May, productive, Brooks to Medicare that Powell with a financial counselor each resident will have explained how she was touched base on starting or speaking with a fama quilt of all these pieces drawn to teaching. with original Medicare with ily physician to determine put together,” explained “For me it is not a Part A and Part B. Part what coverage may be best Brooks, with the stu- job, it’s something that A or hospital insurance for them. dents very excited for you can put your whole M E D I C A R E helps to pay for a skilled the opportunity to visit heart into,” said Brooks, nursing facility care, inpa- MISCONCEPTIONS with Piqua Manor resi- while explaining how Powell also wanted to tient care at hospitals and dents, even as they were her intervention training hospice services. Part B or clear up a few Medicare preparing for a play on allows her to differentioutpatient benefit (medi- misconceptions including it Saint Tarcisius, a young ate each students’ need, cal insurance) helps to pay does not pay for long term boy who died defending where they may excel and for doctor visits, some pre- care rather it pays for rehab Jesus and the Eucharist, where they may still need ventative services, durable services. It also pays for infor Grandparents and assistance. medical equipment and patient (Not under observaSpecial Person’s Day In the end, for Brooks, tion) hospital stays up to home health. and a special field trip who is also looking forMedicare Part C is the 100 days. Day 1 to day 20 to Johnston Farm in the ward to becoming more Medicare Advantage Plan is covered at 100 percent, works. involved in the commuwith Part D prescription however, after day 21 up Brooks’ class had just nity now that she is a to day 100 the individual is drug coverage. completed a Charlotte’s resident and already takWhat is the difference responsible for a co-pay per Web unit for their read- ing part in the school’s between original Medicare day unless they have suppleing class which was tied new strategic planning, and Medicare Advantage mental coverage that would into the technology pro- says, “It’s very special to and which one should an make up the difference gram in Tom Zink’s class, be able to help people, Co-pay for 2013 is $148 eligible individual choose? and were tackling addi- and also a privilege that Powell suggested think- a day, for 2014 will increase Mike Ullery | Daily Call tion/subtraction speed a parent trusts me to help Mary Beth Brooks, third-grade teacher and one of the new six ing of original Medicare as to $152 a day. tests before upcoming them (the students).”

The Dorothy Love repretheir “shopping option” or a educators at Piqua Catholic school this fall, works with her class. pick-and-choose of what an sentative also spoke briefly individual may want such on Medicaid and took quesas Part A or Part B and tions from those in attenthe option of supplemental dance. However, given the From page 1 coverage and a prescription complexities of Medicare, a special session cannot drug plan.

The eldest Seas’ focus “I can shop for what I begin to cover all of the at the time was always need, what I want, what many aspects. making sure the business For more information works best for me,” said had a good name in the Powell with Medicare visit www.medicare.gov, community, which he Advantage being a package your local Social Security accomplished by providplan or deal that already office or call the Ohio ing quality service and includes a prescription drug Senior Health Insurance always backing his work.

Program plan. “I don’t have to shop Information He said he never around for that, it’s already (OSHIIP) at 1-800-686thought at the time where 1578. included in my plan.” the future of the business would be, much less that his son and grandson would go on to run it.

“I never dreamed it From page 1 would go on this long,” Bob Seas said. “I am realAngel Trees will be at Christmas food, clothing ly thrilled about it and the mall, Walmart, Kroger, and gifts. Applications will that my grandson took Lee’s Famous Recipe, be accepted from 11 a.m.-5 the business over. … It Dairy Queen, Cracker p.m. at the Salvation Army. makes me feel great. I Barrel, Hair Studio on Gifts will be distributed on think he is doing a really High and Fifth Third Bank. Dec. 20. good job. I’ve been with Last year, nearly 400 In addition to the kettles him on a few jobs and he families (including 500- and Angel trees, the comMike Ullery | Daily Call is doing really good.” plus children) were served munity can get involved Bob Seas, left, founder of Bob Seas & Son Carpet Cleaners, stands with his son, Daryl and grandson Bob Seas’ two sons, by these programs, said by donating new toys Adam, the third generation and new owner of the Piqua-based business.

Darrell and Dale, helped Capt. Bethannie Dolder of geared toward a specific ity and friendly service Bob with the business, ness from his father and very proud of him.” the Salvation Army. “This age group to the Salvation to all of my customers,” later turn it over to his The youngest Seas said but in 1994 Darrell took year, we’re right on target Army, as well as dropping he has a goal with the he said. it over full-time and ran son. to either meet or exceed off stocking stuffers.

To contact the busi“I am very proud of business. the business “with the last year’s numbers,” she “We know that this ness, call (937) 773-4772, him,” he said.

“He “My goals will be the same goals and values” said. year, the need is great, (Adam) started helping same as my grandfather’s, or to learn more about that his father had.

She added that there will but we believe the love Darrell, 59, of Piqua, me when he was about 14 who started this business the business, visit their be one more day for people in this community is even said it was interesting to or 15, kind of like what I over 40 years ago and website at: www.seascar(with or without children) greater,” Bethannie Dolder both take over the busi- did with my dad. … I am that’s to provide top qual- petcleaners.com. to put in applications for said.

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Piqua Holiday Parade set for Dec. 7 PIQUA — “Star Spangled Christmas” is the theme of downtown Piqua’s annual holiday parade and the business community, civic organizations, non-profits, churches and other interested groups are all invited to participate.

The parade will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7.

A traveling trophy will

be awarded to the most festively decorated float and the winning entry in the parade will get to keep the trophy for the year following the parade and will be permanently recognized on the trophy with a brass plaque.

The Downtown Piqua Holiday Parade is a part of the Christmas Experiences in Piqua weekend, which is made

up of Christmas on the Green on Friday, Dec. 6 from 6-9 p.m. and the Holly Jolly 5K/10K Run on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10 a.m.

The parade is sponsored McVety Realty, Thrivent Financial For Lutherans and Barclay’s Men’s-Women’s Clothier.

There is no charge to participate in the downtown Piqua Holiday

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Applications for We should climb up near 50 today, then well into the the Downtown Piqua Holiday Parade are avail- 50s on Saturday.

High 50, Low 32 able from the Mainstreet Piqua office at 773-9355 or can be downloaded from the Mainstreet Piqua website at mainstreetpiqua.com.

The application deadline for the parade is Monday, Nov. 25.

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H.I.L.T. class to benefit Bethany Center TROY — The Miami County YMCA Piqua Branch will run a special high intensity interval training (H.I.L.T.) class from 12-1 p.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 29, to burn off holiday calories and collect canned goods for the Bethany Center in Troy.

This is an advanced class

open to YMCA members and nonmembers who are ready for a challenging workout.

The cost is free if already registered for a H.I.L.T. class. For those not registered for the class, you may bring one canned or boxed good to be donated to the Bethany Center.

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The 1st annual Dazzle Dash Fun Run and 5K sponsored by the Center for Early Learning at Piqua Catholic School took place Saturday, Nov. 9. These little preschool “Dazzlers” took part in the run along with another 130 runners. First place overall female runner was Alana O’Leary and first place overall male runner was Brian Guillozet.

Troy plans grand illumination event TROY — Troy Main Street presents the 2013 Holiday Grand Illumination and Holiday Parade on Friday, Nov. 29 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Visitors to downtown Troy will be entertained by a parade of costumed characters, holiday music, the arrival of Santa, and much more.

The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a parade led through downtown marking the heralded arrival of Santa Claus.

Mayor Michael Beamish plans the traditional reading of “Twas the Month Before Christmas” and will lead the community in counting down to the illumination of the Troy’s holiday centerpiece

Christmas tree and downtown holiday lights.

Activities include visits with Santa, refreshments, train rides, horse-drawn carriage rides, live music, face painting, and many retailers open late. New this year, children will be given the opportunity to shop at a Kris Kringle market, which is made possible by the sponsorship of Don Hubbard Jr. Roofing and Home Improvement. The market, designed for kiddie shoppers, will offer more than 25 booths selling Christmas gifts for family, friends, and teachers.

Nearly 30 local artists, artisans, and crafters will offer a great selection of handmade gifts reason-

ably priced at $1, $2, $5, $10 or $20. Shopping bags, gift wrapping, and elf assistants will be available, and the market is indoors at the Elks Club.

A luminary-lit path will guide children from the main venue to the shop.

The Kris Kringle shop will be open from 4:008:30 p.m. for one night only.

Live music will include a performance by the Melody Men, an all-male a-capella vocal group, who will perform holiday music at the main stage located in the SW Public Square.

Again this year, children will be able to call the North Pole to discuss their Christmas

wishes with Santa’s elves.

Frontier Communications will use a combination of magic, manpower, and technology to facilitate direct phone lines to Santa’s northern workshop.

The Hometown Holiday is sponsored by Alvetro Orthodontics, Don Hubbard Jr. Roofing and Home Improvement, Frontier Communications, and the Troy Noon Optimists with additional support from the City of Troy, Steve and Marty Baker, One Call Now, the Troy Sports Center, the Elks, Minster Bank, the Organic Turf Company, Pro-Trim, and Dr. Sims and Dr. Culp DDS.

Covington BOE sets November meeting

Pumpkin pie class for youth offered at YWCA

COVINGTON — The Covington Board of Education will meet in regular session at 6 p.m.

Thursday, Nov. 21, in the Covington Board Office located in the Covington Middle School, 25 Grant St., Covington.

This is an open meeting and the public is welcome to attend.

PIQUA — Jennifer Anderson will help boys and girls in grades K-4 make a yummy pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving dessert on Tuesday, Nov. 26, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the YWCA Piqua.

Class size is limited so register early.

Each child will take home their own pumpkin pie to share with family members for their turkey feast.

Bradford school offering Thanksgiving Dinner to seniors BRADFORD — Bradford Exempted Village Schools is holding its annual Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday November, 21, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The senior class also will be delivering meals to those who are shutin from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call Amy Gade at (937) 448-2719 to make your reservations by Wednesday Nov. 20.

“We planned this cooking event so that the pie would be fresh to take to the family Thanksgiving meal.

It will also be a fun learning experience for the children.”

For more information on class fee or registration, stop at the YWCA Piqua at 418 N. Wayne St., call 773-6626 or e-mail info@ywcapiqua. com.

PIQUA — Piqua Association of Retired Teachers (PART) will meet at 5 p.m. Nov. 21, at the Westminster Presbyterian Church. Opening the meeting is Tom Dunn, Miami County School Superintendent, who will speak in regards to current directives from the state board of education and how these affect our local Piqua City Schools.

PART welcomes any retired teacher from the Piqua schools to attend the informative meeting.

Police Reports Nov. 11

Criminal damage: Police responded to the 500 block of North College after a truck was damaged overnight.

Assist citizen: Police responded to a call concerning a woman at the Piqua Baptist Church, 1402 W. High St., after she was confronted by another woman at a church meeting.

Found property: Police responded to the 100 block of South Street after a 20” orange and black Thruster freestyle bike was found. The bike was placed in the department’s property room.

Menacing: Police responded to the 500 block of Vine Street after a suspect threatened a victim over a debt.

Disturbance: Police responded to the intersection of Wood Street and Roosevelt Avenue after two males got into a heated verbal altercation over a road rage incident.

Non-criminal damage: Police responded to the area of County Club Road and County Road 25-A after a dump truck “flipped a rock up” and damaged a motorist’s windshield.

Theft: Police responded to Elder-Beerman, 987 E. Ash St., after an asset protection associate observed

suspects stealing a pair of jeans. A short time later another suspect attempted to steal two bottles of tester cologne.

Theft: Police handled a call involving the theft of a washer and dryer from a property located in the 400 block of Wood Street.

Criminal damage: Police responded to Lucky’s, 108 N. Main St., after multiple suspects were beating on a male.

Two males and one female were arrested for assault.

Nov. 12

Assault: Police responded to the Staunton School, 430 Staunton St., after a report of a fight at the school. A male student assaulted another male student.

Theft: Police responded to the 1700 block of Dubois Drive after items were stolen from a car overnight.

Theft: Police responded to the Marathon gas station, 226 W. Water St., after a subject took $45.26 in gasoline without paying for it.

Burglary: Police responded to the old Piqua Daily Call building, 310 Spring St., after someone entered the vacant building and set off numerous fire extinguishers. No other damage was reported.

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“The LORD is far from the wicked: but he hears the prayer of the righteous.”

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Mother of the Munchkins

Surprise!

My munchkins never do this and they’ve cease to amaze and ignored me. Rather, is surprise me. While that I readily agree as they are very much I adore their friends. like their mother, If I had the means to there’s a lot about adopt them, I would.

I can’t say no to them that is not, and probably the most those little faces!

Anyway, my girls distinctive aspects of the girls’ personalities are nothing like their that has no reflection mother when it comes upon yours truly is to conversations with friends.

I their social found it next lives, espeto impossicially their ble to carry penchant for on conversatalking on tions while the phone. growing up, One day certainly I found the not on the twelve and phone. When ten year old friends wantsitting exactly three feet Bethany J. Royer ed to talk about the apart while Columnist latest boy deep in conversation with their band — I knew nothbest friends on the ing. When they wanted to gossip about the phone.

As the eldest child going-ons at school —I held the home phone to had no clue. I lived in an ear —the opposite a self-created bubble of ear was plugged with books, old time mova finger— the young- ies, science fiction, est sibling sat with my and writing. Who are cell phone plugged to these boy bands you an ear — subsequent speak of and what do opposite ear plugged you mean such-n-such such-n-such? with a finger. Though likes they could have trans- Who IS such-n-such? ported their respec- We go to the same tive conversations to school, right?

What is really funny, any other part of the house they chose to one time a boyfriend sit within arms reach called to talk and my so as to tell the other reaction was how to keep it down, “I’m rude! Why would I want to talk to you on talking here!”

Part of my amaze- the phone?

To say I lived and ment and surprise is the fact I despise possibly continue to phones, even though I live in a bubble is highcannot imagine living lighted by the distinctwithout a cell phone ly robust social lives attached to a hip or of my children against that I worked for four my disturbing lack thereof. For instance, years in a call center.

Then there is the when it comes to any length and topic of the type of water cooler gossip I’m not only the girls’ conversations.

Brianne can hold last to know, but usua conversation over ally about six months play-by-play, in the to a year outside relemoment actions such vancy. If my cell phone as petting the cat or rings, I’m genuinely brushing her hair, for shocked. I once had a ten hours — if I let boss who would enter the office with a robust her.

Emma’s phone con- “Good morning!” but versations usually nine times out of ten revolve around who I would acknowledge will ask for a sleepover it ten to fifteen minor visit with the phone utes after the fact, if in hand and the other at all. It is not that party aptly listening. I’m a snob, it is just Undoubtedly, sizing that I am always fully the other parent up as engulfed in work or a meanie if they say no some other thought at every minute, of every to their inquires.

I should note, both day.

Come to think of it, girls are really bad I’m surprised upon the about this, asking for sleepovers and visits birth of both muchwith the phone right in kins I wasn’t entirely hand or worse, friend shocked and dismayed in presence. The prob- to discover I’d been lem isn’t so much I pregnant. fear being thought a J. Royer is the mother of two meanie if I say no or Bethany munchkins and third-year psycholthat I’ve repeatedly ogy student. She can be reached at told the girls not to broyer@civitasmedia.com.

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Share of young U.S. adults who move hits 50-year low Hope Yen

Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. mobility for young adults has fallen to the lowest level in more than 50 years as cash-strapped 20-somethings shun homebuying and refrain from major moves in a weak job market.

The new 2013 figures from the Census Bureau, which reversed earlier signs of recovery, underscore the impact of the sluggish economy on young people, many of them college graduates, whom demographers sometimes refer to as “Generation Wait.”

Burdened with college debt or toiling in low-wage jobs, they are delaying careers, marriage and having children.

Waiting anxiously for their lucky break, they are staying put and doubling up with roommates or living with Mom and dad, unable to make long-term plans or commit to buying a home — let alone pay a mortgage.

Many understood after the 2007-2009 recession that times would be tough. But few say they expected to be in economic limbo more than four years later.

“I’m constantly looking for other jobs,” says Jeremy Bills, 27, of Nashville, Tenn., who graduated from Vanderbilt University in May 2011 with a master’s degree in human and organizational development. Originally from Tampa, Fla., Bills has stayed put in his college town in hopes of finding a job in management consulting or human resources.

Instead, he has mostly found odd jobs like pulling weeds and dog-sitting.

Bills says he pursued a master’s degree to bolster his credentials after getting his college diploma in 2008, shortly before the financial meltdown. Instead, he finds himself still struggling financially and worrying that the skills he learned in school — where he incurred $20,000 in student loan debt — are “kind of atrophying right now.”

“It’s not like riding a bicycle. You can’t just jump into a career position so many years after training,” said Bills, who now works at a nonprofit organization making $12 an hour and is looking for a second job.

Among adults ages 25-29, just 4.9 million, or 23.3 percent, moved in the 12 months ending March 2013. That’s down from 24.6 percent in the same period the year before. It was the lowest level since at least 1963. The peak of 36.7 percent came in 1965, during the nation’s youth counterculture movement.

The past year’s decline in migration came after a modest increase from 2011 to 2012, a sign that young adults remain tentative about testing the job market in other cities.

By metropolitan area, Portland, Ore., Austin, Texas, and Houston were among the top gainers in young adults, reflecting stronger local economies. Among college graduates 25 and older, Denver and Washington, D.C., topped the list of destinations.

Demographers say the delays in traditional markers of adulthood — fulltime careers and homeownership — may prove to be longer-lasting.

Roughly 1 in 5 young adults ages 25 to 34 is now disconnected from work and school.

“Young adulthood has grown much

more complex and protracted, with a huge number struggling to reach financial independence,” said Mark Mather, an associate vice president at the private Population Reference Bureau. “Many will get there, but at much later ages than we’ve seen in the past. More and more we’re seeing many young adults routinely wait until their 30s to leave the parental nest.”

The overall decline in migration among young adults is being driven largely by a drop in local moves within a county, which fell to the lowest level on record.

Out-of-state moves also fell, from 3.8 percent in 2012 to 3.4 percent, but remained higher than a 2010 low of 3.2 percent.

Young adults typically make long-distance moves to seek a new career, while those who make local moves often do so when buying a home.

While homeownership across all age groups fell by 3 percentage points to 65 percent from 2007 to 2012, the drop-off among adults 25-29 was much larger — more than 6 percentage points, from 40.6 percent to 34.3 percent. That reflects in part tighter lines of credit after the 2006 housing bust. Declines in homeownership for those ages 40 and older over in that five-year period were more modest.

The District of Columbia, with its high share of young adults, had the lowest homeownership rate across all age groups at 41.6 percent, followed by New York at 53.9 percent. West Virginia had the highest homeownership rate at 72.9 percent.

In terms of births, the birth rate for all women of childbearing age — 63 births per 1,000 women — was essentially flat in 2012 from the year before.

Meanwhile, overall migration among adults 55 and older held steady at 4.4 percent from 2012 to 2013, up from a low of 4 percent in 2011. Metro areas with the biggest gains included Phoenix, Atlanta, Denver and several in Florida.

Many cities in the Northeast, Midwest and coastal areas posted losses.

“The post-recession period has given a bigger boost to seniors than to young adults in their willingness to try out new places for retirement,” said William H. Frey, a demographer at the Brookings Institution who analyzed the figures.

“Many young adults, especially those without college degrees, are still stuck in place.”

“For them, low mobility might be more than a temporary lull and could turn into the ‘new normal.’”

The wait continues for Eric Hall, 30, of Decatur, Ga. After picking up a master’s degree in public health in 2008, Hall moved from California to the Atlanta suburb with the plan of living with his parents for about six months.

Five years later, after struggling to find work in his field and switching his career path last year from health management to teaching kindergarten, Hall has opted to remain at his parents’ home until he can pay off more debt. He is now studying to earn a doctorate in education, amassing college debt of more than $110,000.

“It’s a bit restraining after going away to college two times, but I’m saving and my mom’s been very understanding,” said Hall, who is optimistic he’ll soon be financially stable enough to live on his own. “Maybe next summer.”

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Public officials can be contacted through the following addresses and telephone numbers: n Lucy Fess, mayor, 5th Ward Commissioner, warD5comm@piquaoh.org, 773-7929 (home) n John Martin, 1st Ward Commissioner, ward1comm@piquaoh.org, 937-570-4063 n William Vogt, 2nd Ward Commissioner, ward2comm@piquaoh.org, 773-8217 n Joe Wilson, 3rd Ward Commissioner, ward3comm@piquaoh. org, 778-0390 n Judy Terry, 4th Ward Commissioner, ward4comm@piquaoh. org, 773-3189 n City Manager Gary Huff, ghuff@piquaoh.org, 778-2051

n Miami County Commissioners: John “Bud” O’Brien, Jack Evans and Richard Cultice, 201 W. Main St., Troy, OH 45373 440-5910; commissioners@co-miami.oh.us n John R. Kasich, Ohio governor, Vern Riffe Center, 77 S. High St., Columbus, OH 43215, (614) 644-0813, Fax: (614) 466-9354 n State Sen. Bill Beagle, 5th District, Ohio Senate, First Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215; (614) 466-6247; e-mail: SD05@sen. state.oh.us n State Rep. Richard Adams, 79th District, House of Representatives, The Riffe Center, 77 High St. 13th Floor, Columbus, OH 43215, (614) 466-8114, Fax: (614) 719-3979; district79@ohr.state.oh.us n Jon Husted, Secretary of State, 180 E. Broad St. 15th floor, Columbus, OH 53266-0418 (877) 767-6446, (614) 466-2655

COLUMBUS– The Ohio S enate today passed Senate Bill 69, sponsored by Senator Bill Beagle (R–Tipp City), which seeks to streamline and maximize the Course and Program Sharing Network.

Program Share, as it is commonly known, Senator a l l o w s Bill Beagle colleges, universities, and adult career centers to share existing programs with one another in order to save on costs of establishing a program from scratch.

The goal of the program is help the state’s higher education system respond more quickly to changes in workforce demand experienced on the regional or state level.

“Every day, the economy changes and places new demands on the state’s workforce,” Beagle said. “We need to do everything in our power to address these changes through education initiatives and make certain our workforce is prepared for job openings across the state.

This is a program about matching job seekers with companies in need of new talent and skills.”

The legislation would move the administration of Program Share from its current location with a brokering partner to the Ohio Board of Regents and provide incentive funding to encourage the development of program sharing agreements between schools. This new model works to reduce administrative costs and allow revenue generated to be divided entirely between the two participating schools.

S e n at e Bill 69 will now proceed to the Ohio House of Representatives for further consideration.

Senator Bill Beagle serves the people of Ohio’s 5th Senate District, which includes Miami and Preble counties as well as portions of Montgomery and Darke counties. He presides as chairman of the Senate Committee on Workforce & Economic Development. Learn more at www.OhioSenate.

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In brief nCovington to hold awards

Covington Fall Sports Awards program will be held on Nov. 25, beginning at 7 p.m. in the high school gym with special awards for all teams.

nCovington tickets being sold

The Covington football team will pla Marion Local in a D-VII playoff game at 7 p.m. Saturday at Alexander Stadium/Purk Field.

Gates will open at 5:30 p.m. and Covington will be the home team, so fans should enter on the west side of the stadium.

Pre-sale tickets are $7 and all tickets will be $9 at the gate.

Tickets will be on sale at Covington High School and Covington Middle School through Friday.

They will also be on sale at Joanie’s Floral Designs during regular business hours through Friday and 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.

Covington keeps a percentage of the pre-sale proceeds, so you should buy your ticket in advance.

nLehman tickets being sold

The Lehman football team will play Triad in a D-VII playoff game at 7 p.m.

Saturday at Wapakoneta.

Tickets fort he game can be purchased at Lehman High School until 3 p.m. Friday and until 1 p.m. Saturday at East 47 Marathon and Reedmore Hallmark. Pre sale tickets are $7 and all tickets at the door are $9.

Lehman keeps a percentage of the pre-sale proceeds, so you should buy your tickets in advance.

Fans should prepare for long night Lehman, Triad will fill air with passes in D-VII game Ken Barhorst Civitas Media

If the forecast calls for cold temps, add a few more layers of clothing than you normally would. If you think the bleachers will be uncomfortable, pack a few extra seat cushions. And if you eat an early dinner, might be a good idea to bring along a midnight snack.

That’s the advice for fans planning to attend Saturday night’s 7 p.m.

Division VII football playoff game between Lehman and Triad at Wapakoneta. With both teams pretty much passhappy, it may take a long while to complete the regional semifinal battle.

Triad was the No. 1 seed in Region 26, meaning it finished with the most computer points at the end of the regular season.

Lehman was No. 4, and with the other semifinal being Covington against defending state champion Marion Local, it means the top four seeds all survived last week in their playoff openers.

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Lehman’s Greg Spearman scores one of his three touchdowns against Paint Valley last week.

Buccs face Flyers in battle of unbeatens Rob Kiser

Sports Editor rkiser@civitasmedia.com

S coresBroadcast .com will air two playoff football games.

Tonight, they will air the Tippecanoe vs. Thurgood Marshall D-III game from Northmont High School.

Air time is 7:05 p.m., with kickoff at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, they will air the Lehman Catholic vs.

Triad D-VII game from Wapakoneta.

Air time is 6:35 p.m., with kickoff at 7 p.m.

n Hoop tickets going on sale

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Q: Inyearwhat did the

Cleveland Browns last win a playoff game?

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1994

Quoted

“I’d be hard pressed to think that in nine weeks a firsttime head coach can do any better or any more than he’s doing.”

—Joe Banner on Cleveland Browns first-year coach Rob Chudzinski

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D-VII showdown set for Piqua Saturday

nScores to air games

Reserve and season tickets for the 2013-2014 Covington boys basketball season will go on sale Nov. 21.

Those who held reserve seats last year may purchase tickets from 6-7 p.m.

Those who did not hold reserve seats last year can purchase tickets from 7-7:30 p.m.

Reserve seats are $40 for students and $70 for adults.

Season tickets are $30 for students and $60 for adults.

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Covington’s Bobby Alexander fights for yardage against Portsmouth Notre Dame.

COVINGTON — It is the game football fans have been waiting for.

Two of the top teams in Ohio in D-VII will square off in the second round of the playoffs.

Marion Local, the top ranked team in the state in the final D-VII poll and Covington, the sixth ranked team in the final poll, will bring matching 11-0 records to Alexander Stadium/Purk Field for a 7 p.m. game.

“I think so,” Covington coach Dave Miller said about his players looking forward to the opportunity. “I think it is (the kind of game the players

have worked toward). I think the biggest part of it is mental. It was the same way when we played St. Henry in week one.

“We told the kids, a lot of teams that come here are ready to get on the bus by halftime and you can’t do that. They handled that situation well.”

The two teams have played four times in the postseason, but only once during Miller’s time as coach and it was worth the price of admission and then some before Marion Local pulled out a 21-17 win.

“We had a kickoff return early in the game,” Miller said. “It was a great game.

Both teams have changed since then, but a lot the things we do haven’t changed that much. They are a great football team.”

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No stopping Piqua football in 1926 Indians dominate teams from all over by 303-12 count George Wertz was hired as the Piqua head football coach in 1925 and made an immediate impact on the program with seven wins, two losses and a tie in his first campaign for the Red and Blue. The community had high expectations for 1926.

“For their first game Piqua went up against Steele High School of Dayton and certainly came through with the right stuff, winning 7 to 6. Although so little scoring was done the Piqua bunch outplayed the heavier Dayton team nearly every minute of the game and but for one bad break could have held the Steele team scoreless. Both teams played fairly good football for their first game and the Piqua players were found to be in excellent condition resulting from their hard training. Despite the rain and the mud it was a great game to the several hundred loyal fans who accompanied the team and stuck with them through the discomfortures of the rain. Piqua’s band also started the season right and was very much in evidence.”

Piqua traveled 100 miles from home to play at Fostoria and won handily, 38 to 0. “A deadly foe was disposed of in fine style at Fostoria when Piqua played the second game of the season. Charging and smashing as never before the Piqua

lads completely swamped the the second big surprise that Fostoria gang. With the excep- Piqua received in her football tion of a few minutes at the games. The first was her onestart, the Wertzman had every- sided score with Springfield.”

“Somehow the big teams fall thing their own way during the whole game and they held the just as hard as the small ones, upstate team to two downs for for Piqua again swamped a the entire time they were piling highly toured team from Toledo up their overwhelming victory.” Woodward that was expected “Our Red and Blue boys again to give the Red and Blue squad a neat trimming. came through When the final with flying colwhistle was blown ors when they the score was for defeated the giant Woodward but Springfield team much to the conto the tune of 42 trary, a big majorto 0. At the very ity for Piqua. The beginning Piqua game ended with started a steady the score 41 to 0. parade to the goal The game proved line and all of the Springfield eleven how little massive DUANE BACHMAN and about 18 submaterial really counts.” stitutes could not History of Piqua Athletics stop the mighty “Piqua continA Journal march. At no time ued her winning Fall 1926 during the game streak by running were our boys in against the light danger, a fact few teams can Greenville team for her sixth boast about.” straight victory, 65 to 0. The “In the Miamisburg game game was played in cold rain Piqua piled up the enormous and in mud ankle deep, and score of 71 to 6. This was the it resembled more of a naval second time that Piqua was battle than a football combat. scored upon this year. Piqua’s Greenville’s team was the first line was one of the main fea- squad Piqua has played against tures in getting the victory. that did not out weigh them, They literally tore huge holes and they received a terrible in the opposing team for their drubbing by the Big Red team, backfield to scamper through. in revenge for Piqua’s defeat of The overwhelming victory was the previous season.”

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“Playing against her strongest opponent of the season, Piqua held the Lima South team throughout the entire game and in the last quarter managed to push the ball over the one and deciding touchdown of the four hard fought quarters. The team played well in each phase of the game.

The line, although greatly outweighed , broke through time after time to make holes for the backfield and held Lima’s backfield for four downs when on defense. Piqua’s backfield made some wonderful runs and bucks and blocked nearly all of Lima’s threatening passes.

Piqua played the entire game without a substitution, the second time for the season.”

“At Bellefontaine Piqua won her eighth straight victory in one of the hardest games of the season. Probably the team was a little over-confident or in the language of football – stale. However, Piqua did pull some plays and had the edge on Bellefontaine for they gained ten first downs to their opponents two and most of the playing was not in Piqua’s territory. The thing that did stop Piqua and had them guessing was Bellefontaine’s wonderful defense. Their line seemed impenetrable when it came See 1926 | Page 6

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Korby Hayslett completed another successful racing season recently.

Hayslett completes successful season Will be busy again this month to start next season Korbyn Hayslett of Hayslett Racing had a busy outdoor season traveling to tracks all over Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois.

Hayslett finished his 2013 Young Guns Series season with a win at Martinsville Speedway in Attica, Ohio, a win at Baer Field Speedway on the pavement track and third place on the dirt track in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, a win at Cridersville Speedway in Cridersville, Ohio, and a third place finish at Lil Eldora in Rossville, Ohio.

With six feature wins and two third place finishes, Hayslett was named the 2013 Jr. Sportsman Champ class Champion!

Hayslett also participated in the Burris Thunder Tour series. Hayslett would gain a second place finish in Jr. 1 flathead, first place in Jr. Clone, and a second place finish in Jr. 1 Pro at Cerro Gordo Speedway in Cerro Gordo, Ill. At K3 Raceway in Kankakee, Ill., Hayslett finished in fourth place in Jr.1 flathead, 11th place in Jr. 1 Clone, eighth place in Jr. 1 flathead, and a tenth place in Jr. 1 Pro. Hayslett would then travel to Bi State Speedway in Covington, Ind. for the last series race.

He would finish in eighth place in Jr. 1 flathead, sixth in Jr. Clone, first in Jr. 1 flathead, and fifth in Jr. 1 Pro. Hayslett finished his season with a fourth place in the Jr. Clone points standings and was named the 2013 Jr. 1 Pro Champion in the Burris Thunder Tour series.

Hayslett also race in the Rookie 1 class at Cridersville Speedway over the summer adding two more feature wins and continuing to be ‘undefeated’ title in that class since

2010.

Hayslett Racing wrapped up the outdoor season with two weekends of racing at Dumplin Valley Raceway in Kodak, TN. On Oct. 5, Hayslett finished fifth in Jr. Clone class. On Oct. 6, Korbyn finished sixth in Jr. Clone and fourth in Blue Place Animal class. Then on Oct. 26, Hayslett joined other young drivers in the Burris Fall Nationals. He would finish fifth in the Jr. Clone class and fifth in the Jr. Clone Pro class.

On Nov. 9, Hayslett Racing kicked off the indoor season at the ‘Hog Barn’ at the Ohio State Fair Grounds in Columbus.

After a third place and first place finish in the heat races, Hayslett started in third position in the feature event. Hayslett dropped low at the drop of the flag getting the position by turn one and pulled out in the lead coming out turn two.

He continued to pull away from the rest of the field, lapping five of the other eight drivers before taking the checkered flag.

“We had a great outdoor season and winning today to start off our indoor season was awesome,” Hayslett stated.

Hayslett’s upcoming schedule includes Liberty, Ky., on Nov. 23 and 24, and again over Thanksgiving weekend Nov. 29 and 30.

Then he will be traveling to Greensboro, N.C., on Dec. 21 for The King of the Concrete race. He will also be racing at The Rumble in Ft. Wayne, Ind., on Dece.

28 and 29.

Hayslett Racing would like to thank The Wizard (Randy Orth), his dad (Shane Hayslett), his uncle (Jason Brumbaugh), X-Caliber Racing Engines, and Alley Cut Racing Tires. Also, a big thanks to friends and family for all their support. You can check out some of Hayslett racing on YouTube.

1926

From page 5 to a crisis and the men that escaped the line the backfield stopped before Piqua could make any sensational gains. The finals score was Piqua 7 and Bellefontaine 0.”

“The only thing that could stop Piqua’s long line of triumphs was the ending of the season and what a glorious finish it proved to be! The Big Red team trounced that old rival to the very agreeable tune of 25 to 0 in one of the hardest fought and most interesting games of the season. The day was one of the worst possible for football. The drizzling rain was so cold as to be near freezing and the field was literally turned into a sea of mud. In spite of these discomforts, a crowd of rooters, undoubtedly, the largest which ever witnessed a Piqua – Troy game was present and stuck with the team to the finish.

Thus, this last victory turned out to be a fit-

ting finish to what might be called Piqua’s most successful season. This fighting squad of ‘26’ of which 10 or the 11 regulars graduate, played and beat some of the strongest team in the state, scoring 303 points to their opponents 12. No one played in particular but every player deserves to be congratulated on the splendid battles they fought for Piqua High School.

Seniors playing their last game for Piqua included Capt. Comer, Seifried, Gabriel, Middleswart, Byrd, Dankworth, Pool, Gehm, Washing and Freshour. The Piqua band, under the direction of Mr. Philip Gates, cannot be overlooked in helping the team through this undefeated team.

With the exception of the Bellefontaine game the band cheerfully met the weather conditions along with the players, giving pep to both the team and their host of followers.”

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CLEVELAND (AP) — They’ve boosted their reputation and improved their record.

Now the Browns want to upgrade their stadium.

Days away from playing their biggest game in years, the NFL team unveiled plans Wednesday to modernize FirstEnergy Stadium with a two-year, $120 million renovation project.

Browns CEO Joe Banner said the club will present its proposal, which includes the installation of new, high-definition video scoreboards, escalators and a reduction of 3,000 seats, to the city’s planning commission on Thursday. The Browns also will meet with Mayor Frank Jackson and city officials about approval and funding for the project.

Banner wouldn’t reveal who would be paying for the endeavor, but promised the Browns “will make a significant investment.”

The NFL recently approved a $62.5 million loan to the team to be used toward stadium improvements and Banner said all of that money will be applied toward the plan.

It’s apparent the Browns will ask the city for some money, but how much is unknown.

“We have to do this together,” Banner said. “Obviously, the planning commission and a number of agencies in the city would have to be in line and approving this project for it to happen economics aside, and obviously economics aren’t an aside, so there is nothing that can happen to the stadium without the city feeling positive.”

The Browns unveiled plans for the stadium makeover — to take place over the next two offseasons — at a splashy news conference attended by some season-ticket holders and fans. With Banner, owner Jimmy Haslam and president Alec Scheiner sitting on stage, video highlights of this season’s first nine weeks were shown before renderings of the revamped stadium were presented to the audience.

Banner said there are no plans to put a dome or roof on the stadium because it would require a nine-figure investment. Also, the Browns will continue to play on a grass field rather than switch to a synthetic surface.

Banner said the Browns had internal discussions about building a new stadium, but opted to make enhancements and improvements

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This architect’s rendering provided by the Cleveland Browns shows part of a proposed renovation of FirstEnergy Stadium Wednesday.

to the 15-year-old facility, which was built with taxpayer money when Cleveland was awarded an expansion franchise in 1998.

Although the seating capacity will drop from 71,000 to 68,000, the lower bowl will be reconfigured with more seats, giving fans better sightlines of the field. The exterior also will receive a face-lift, escalators will be added to aid fan movement between levels and concessions will be improved.

The stadium improvement would continue Haslam’s plan to overhaul a franchise that has never made the Super Bowl and last won an NFL title in 1964. The team spent $5 million refurbishing its headquarters and training facility in Berea this summer, and Haslam feels this stadium overhaul is a logical next step.

“It’s all part of creating a worldclass organization,” Haslam said.

“We’re giving our fans a great place to watch football. We’re going to have a place that’s dramatically different.”

Banner said the team hopes a renovated stadium would attract other major events, including concerts and soccer games.

“We have had discussions with people,” Banner said. “We’ve started to talk to some of the people in the concert and soccer world and some of those events just to build on relationship. We’ve tried to build and get them enthused about Cleveland as a marketplace and we talked to them a little bit about the renovation. We’re very hopeful that that will be one of the outcomes.”

The announcement of the team’s off-field plans coincide with the Browns (4-5) preparing for Sunday’s game at Cincinnati against the first-

place Bengals (6-4). It’s Cleveland’s most important game since 2007, when the Browns finished 10-6 and just missed the playoffs.

Haslam has enjoyed watching the Browns’ on-field improvements.

“It’s exciting and rewarding,” he said. “To be playing games that count this late in the season, this deep into November, I think is very meaningful and to see the excitement in Northeastern Ohio with our Browns fans is phenomenal.”

Banner, too, has been impressed by the team’s rise under first-year coach Rob Chudzinski, who navigated the Browns through a turbulent start to the season, which has included using three quarterbacks, the trade of running back Trent Richardson and numerous injuries.

“I’d be hard-pressed to think that in nine weeks a first-time head coach can do any better or any more than he’s doing,” Banner said.

“All of the measurables that you’d look to come up with, if you even wanted to create a yardstick of measuring at this moment, I just think he’s doing an outstanding job.”

NOTES: Browns QB Jason Campbell said his bruised ribs are fine and he won’t wear any extra protection or padding against the Bengals. … Banner said Haslam’s continued legal issues — he’s under federal investigation for fraud at his Pilot Flying J truck-stop company — have not hindered the Browns from doing business. “From the beginning, I’ve said we’ve been able to do anything and everything we’ve intended to do with the Browns,” he said. “It’s had no impact. It will have no impact and I think we’re proving that as we do different things, including what we announced today, to be the truth.”

of athletes. They are balanced — especially with Bertke back there.

“They operate out of the spread, but they will also show some two back looks.”

On defense, the Flyers like to mix things up.

Brandon Prenger had six sacks in the regular season, while Jacob Kunkler added five and Peyton Kramer added four.

Dustin Rethman leads the secondary with four interceptions.

“They are and odd-front defense, but they will switch to even front,” Miller said. “They will give you multiple looks.”

Covington is coming off a 46-0 win over Portsmouth Notre Dame.

Bobby Alexander rushed for 172 yards in the game, while A.J. Ouellette added 149 yards and four touchdowns, all in the first

half — breaking the Covington school record for career all-purpose yards.

The Buccs defense forced four turnovers, recovering three fumbles.

“I think that game was a good game for us,” Miller said.

“Portsmouth Notre Dame was a physical team and we needed that.

We probably hadn’t had that since the middle of the season. They knocked us around a little bit and exposed some weaknesses.”

Miller knows the Buccs have to be sharp this week.

“In a game like this, we can’t turn the ball over early like we did last week,” he said. “We have to secure the ball. It should be a great game.”

And like in 2009 — well worth the price of admission.

Buccs From page 5 Aaron Niefeld led the Flyers in rushing during the season, picking up 757 yards on 137 carries; while Jacy Goettemoeller had 544 yards and 13 touchdowns on 100 carries.

Troy Homan led the receivers with 37 catches for 510 yards, while Hunter Wilker had 28 catches for 485 yards — with the duo combining for 13 touchdowns.

But, the best news for the Flyers is quarterback Adam Bertke returned from injury in a 63-14 playoff win over Fort Loramie last week.

Bertke completed 61 of 98 passes for 746 yards and eight touchdowns against five interceptions.

“He (Adam Bertke) is something special,” Miller said. “He is back, there is no doubt about that.

He looked really strong in the second half last week. They have a lot

Lehman From page 5 The Cavaliers opened postseason play with a 44-9 mauling of Bainbridge Paint Valley in action at Sidney Memorial Stadium.

Triad, meanwhile, beat Cedarville 28-7.

Lehman’s victory might look like an offensive explosion, but it was the defense that led the way last week. The Cavs got one defensive score, and forced four turnovers. And the special teams forced two more turnovers.

“Offensively, it was probably our worst performance of the year,” said Lehman head coach Dick Roll. “And we don’t know why, except that we didn’t execute. But our defense played well.”

The Cavaliers take on an unbeaten Triad team

that has had to overcome adversity most of the season. Leading rusher Tre McIntyre was headed for a 1,000-yard season when he suffered a broken leg in week six against Mechanicsburg.

Despite missing the final four games of the regular season, as well as last week, he still has 869 yards rushing.

He suited up last week for the playoff game, but did not see any action.

His brother Trent is the starting quarterback, and suffered an ankle injury in the first quarter.

He had to be helped off the field, but he returned late in the second quarter and went on to throw his 21st touchdown pass of the season and break loose on a 47-yard touchdown run.

And Triad head coach Payton Printz has twice successfully battled cancer.

“Triad is most definitely a better team than we saw last week,” said Roll.

“They’re saying, and I don’t doubt it, that this may be one of their best teams ever. Their quarterback is a very good athlete, and runs the ball well. And they have a nice looking receiver (Doug Lowe). The other McIntyre who’s been out is probably their best athlete. But I don’t think we’ll see him Saturday.”

Trent McIntyre comes into the game with 2,137 yards passing on the season. He’s connected on 149 of 251 passes for a .594 completion percentage. He also averages 7.1 yards per rush.

Lowe is his favorite target, with 44 catches for 733 yards during the regular season. And Steven Feasel caught 34 passes for 435 yards.

Defensively, the Cardinals allowed 215 total yards per game during the regular season, including just 90 yards per game passing. That should set up quite a confrontation, since Lehman’s Nick Rourke has thrown for 2,475 yards so far and 28 touchdowns. Rourke also leads the Cavaliers in rushing with 453 yards.

“We’re going to need to get pressure on the quarterback,” said Roll. “And we have token him the pocket. I think it’s going to be a long game. Both teams are going to throw the ball.”

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Dear Annie: My wife and OCD. I am considering tossing I have been married for 30 stuff myself the next time she years. When our oldest son takes a trip to visit one of our left for college, my wife began children. If I throw away the using his bedroom for storjunk, how will she react? I canage. It gradually filled with not live like this. -- Drowning clothes, papers and things my in Junk wife bought from TV shopping Dear Drowning: Your wife shows. Soon, there was barely Annie’s is a hoarder. It’s possible this a path to the bed. It happened Mailbox was kicked into high gear by again when our second child the stress of her children leavleft. Now both bedrooms are Kathy Mitchell ing the nest, but if it is getting jammed so full that you can & Marcy Sugar progressively worse, she needs barely open the doors. Our attic to seek treatment. However, is overflowing, and we rent two stor- unless she agrees to it beforehand, age spaces. we don’t recommend you toss things My wife is now stacking stuff in out while she is away. Instead, call our bedroom. I cannot get her to sort your doctor and ask for a referral to through things. She says she will do it a mental health specialist. You also “when the weather is better” or “when can contact the International OCD I have time,” but she never does.

Foundation (ocfoundation.org) for I fear my wife has some form of more information.

Dear Annie: You recently published a letter from “A Lucky and Appreciative Married Man” and suggested that any reader who wanted to give the impression that they wrote it do so. My husband circled the column and left it out for me to see with a handwritten note saying he didn’t write it but “should have.” It made me stop to appreciate that he really means it when he frequently tells me how lucky he is.

We’ve been together for “only” 25 years, and it has been more than wonderful. The trials and tribulations have been nothing compared to the good times and memories. I hope the next 25 years don’t go by as fast.

It takes two to make a relationship work. As the wife of another lucky man, I am fortunate to have such a great partner in this life. -- Staatsburg, N.Y.

Horoscope HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Friday, Nov. 15, 2013: This year you exude an intensity and magnetism that others often cannot resist. As a result, a person easily could become jealous.

If you are single, make sure that when you are dating, the feelings are somewhat equal on both sides. The key to successful relating will be your willingness to be open and vulnerable. If you are attached, your authentic selfexpression might be more important to the well-being of your union than you realize.

Resist using sarcasm, and pay more compliments to your sweetie. TAURUS is as stubborn as you are.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-Soso; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHH An idea might be great until you look at the cost of following through. You have the passion and drive that encourages people either to join in or run away.

A squabble could start out of the blue because of a misunderstanding. Tonight: Get to the bottom of the problem. Clear the air.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHHH You aim to make others happy, yet the impending Full Moon has your nerves on edge. Try to detach and gain a better understanding of where others are coming from. An acquaintance appears to be quite contrary. Consider not getting involved. Tonight:

TGIF! Enjoy every minute.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHH You’ll feel inspired by the presence of a certain higherup or friend. This person encourages you to break past self-imposed limitations. The only question that remains is why you create obstacles or sometimes give obscure information. Tonight: Only what you want.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHHHH You feel a tug between what you want to do and what a loved one would like you to do. The juggling act could be touchy.

Getting into a skirmish or battle of wits simply is not worth it. If a hassle looms, make time for what you want on a different day.

Tonight: Love the moment.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH You could be determined to make an appearance in an important meeting. You will be present, as long as you stay clear and don’t get involved in unrelated issues. A partner might be unusually vague. Choose to overlook this issue. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH Keep reaching out for more information. Given a new perspective, you might decide that an issue is a non-issue. Your intensity about an emotional or creative matter could make you uncomfortable. Let the feelings wash over you before acting. Tonight: Go where the music is.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHH Do your yearly

check of the heating and plumbing systems in your home before you need them full time. A loved one appreciates your attention to detail, yet he or she might become critical or fussy.

Maybe this person would like the same attention.

Tonight: Iron out a problem.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH You might feel as if you are on the right path, but several people seem to feel that they know better. Allow them the pleasure of seeing how much better they can manage the daily hassles that you experience. Tonight: Be aware of a loved one; he or she needs your time.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHH Your efforts are appreciated, though a financial decision could worry you. Initiate a conversation in the near future about this matter.

If you were to initiate this conversation today, you would be misunderstood and misinterpreted. Tonight: Choose something relaxing.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHHH You are full of getup-and-go. You happily will help others out, brainstorm for solutions and generally be accessible. How nice!

Hopefully not too many people will notice this sudden and short-term availability.

Tonight: Make sure to include a special person in your plans.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHH You could be taken aback by what is happening on the homefront. You still might want to seize the moment to

open up a related concern.

You might as well clear the slate all at once. Touch base with an older relative when you have a few minutes.

Tonight: Head home first.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHHH Speak up and express your opinion, even if it might not make you popular.

Understanding evolves once a discussion begins and you walk in another person’s shoes. The intensity you feel could be overwhelming.

Tonight: Confirm a gettogether before you go.

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In reversal, Obama to allow canceled health plans David Espo Julie Pace Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — His personal and political credibility on the line, President Barack Obama reversed course Thursday and said millions of Americans should be allowed to renew individual coverage plans now ticketed for cancellation under the health care law that is likely to be at the heart of the 2014 elections.

The immediate impact on consumers was unclear, though both industry spokesmen and state insurance commissioners swiftly warned that higher prices could result from the president’s rapid turnaround.

Under pressure from consumers as well as congressional Democrats, Obama said the administration no longer would require insurance companies to jettison current individual and small group plans that fall short of the minimum coverage standards under the law, effectively shifting responsibility for cancellations to the industry itself.

The change would be good for just one year, though senior administration officials said it could be extended if problems persist.

Speaking of the millions of people whose coverage is being scrapped, Obama said, “What we want to do is to be able to say to these folks, you know what, the Affordable Care Act is not going to be the reason why insurers have to cancel your plan.”

Obama spoke at a news conference where he repeatedly took responsibility for the woeful rollout of the health care program known by his name.

Officials disclosed on Wednesday that fewer than 27,000 enrollments were completed in 36

states in the first month of operations for www. healthcare.gov.

Including enrollment of more than 79,000 in the 14 states with their own websites, the nationwide number was 106,000 for October sign-ups. But that is still far fewer than expected and a mere fraction of the cancellation notices that have gone out because of the law — more than four million according to an Associated Press survey.

Obama’s approval ratings in polls are also ebbing, and he readily conceded that after recent events, the public can legitimately “expect me to have to win back some credibility on this health care law in particular and on a whole range of these issues in general.”

The president also sought to shelter from political fallout any congressional Democrats who echoed the promise he repeated often when the legislation was under consideration in Congress — that anyone who liked his or her coverage would be able to keep it. “They were entirely sincere about it,” he said of the lawmakers.

“It’s not on them, it’s on us.”

Shortly after Obama spoke, the major industry trade group, America’s Health Insurance Plans, warned in a statement that prices might rise as a result of his new policy.

“Changing the rules after health plans have already met the requirements of the law could destabilize the market and result in higher premiums for consumers,” it said.

A few hours later, the head of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners added a fresh word of caution.

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon, president of the group, said Obama’s proposal could lead to higher premiums and

market disruptions next year and beyond.

“In addition, it is unclear how, as a practical matter, the changes proposed today by the president can be put into effect. In many states, cancellation notices have already gone out to policyholders and rates and plans have already been approved for 2014,” he added.

Nor was it clear how different states would react to the administration request to change the rules.

In California, where more than 900,000 cancellations have been sent out, Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones called on insurers to extend the policies being scrapped.

But in Washington, his counterpart, Mike Kreidler, said he won’t allow that to happen. “I have serious concerns about how President Obama’s proposal would be implemented and more significantly, its potential impact on the overall stability of our health insurance market,” he said in a statement.

Until the president made his announcement, the administration had been assuming that individuals currently covered by plans marked for cancellation would switch to alternatives offered in government-established exchanges.

If so, they would be joining millions of others who have lacked insurance in the past.

The people with current individual coverage are a known risk to insurers. But those without generally have had less access to medical services, and are most costly to care for. The theory has been that moving people with current coverage into the new markets would help stabilize premiums.

Only last week, Health and Human Services

S ecretary Kathleen Sebelius told a Senate panel she doubted that retroactively permitting insurers to sell canceled policies after all “can work very well since companies are now in the market with an array of new plans. Many have actually added consumer protections in the last three-and-a-half years.”

It will now be up to individual companies to decide which plans remain for sale, subject to the approval of state insurance commissioners.

Under Obama’s new policy, insurance companies will be required to inform consumers who want to keep canceled plans about the protections that are not included under those plans.

Customers will also be notified that new options are available offering more coverage and in some cases, tax credits to cover higher premiums.

Whatever the impact on consumers, Obama’s announcement did nothing to quell Republican opposition to the overhaul they opposed, sought to have overturned at the Supreme Court and have voted numerous times to repeal.

House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, said it was time to scrap the law “once and for all.”

He said, “You can’t fix this government-run health care plan called Obamacare. It’s just not fixable.”

Even so, the House is expected to vote as scheduled on Friday on GOP-drafted legislation to permit insurance companies to sell existing individual coverage plans to current customers as well as newcomers. That is a step further than Obama went, and the White House is likely to oppose the measure as a result.

Approval in the GOP-

controlled House is expected. Yet Obama’s statement, coupled with an as-yet-undisclosed Democratic alternative, could well hold Democratic defections to a minimum.

Looking forward, D e m o c rat s said “Obamacare” will still turn out to be a political winner.

“Voters, particularly in swing districts, would prefer a Democrat who promises to fix and improve the Affordable Care act to a Republican who is obsessed with repealing and gutting it,” said Rep. Steve Israel of New York, who heads the party’s campaign committee.

The president faced a different set of concerns in the Senate, where several incumbents seeking new terms in swing states have been seeking a vote on legislation to require insurers to offer renewals to existing individual plans for 2014 and indefinitely into the future.

The bill’s principal author, Sen. Mary Landrieu of Louisiana, said Obama’s announcement was “a great first step,” yet she added, “We will probably need legislation to make it stick.”

Said Senate Majority leader Harry Reid, “If we need to do more, we will.”

But others were not so eager to put the issue on the floor of the Senate.

Sen. Richard Durbin of Illinois, a member of the leadership, said there was “no need for a legislative fix.” Instead, he said Congress and the administration should continue improving the implementation, and “redouble our efforts highlighting and explaining what this historic law will mean for 40 million Americans without insurance.”

Associated Press writers Ricardo AlonsoZaldivar, Donna Cassata, Alan Fram and Laurie Kellman contributed to this report.

Attacks, deaths rampant at wild cat sanctuaries Gosia Wozniacka Associated Press

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Over the past few decades, as an exotic pet trade boomed and Americans bought cute tiger cubs and baby monkeys, sanctuaries sprang up across the nation to take care of the animals that were abandoned when they reached adult-size or were no longer wanted.

The growth in both the number of wild cats as pets and the sanctuaries that rescued them has led to attacks.

Since 1990, more than 20 people have been killed by captive big wild cats at sanctuaries, zoos and private residences, more than 200 people have been mauled and 200-plus wild cats have escaped, according to one of the nation’s largest wild cat sanctuaries.

The latest death is head keeper Renee Radziwon-Chapman, 36, who was killed by a cougar at an Oregon sanctuary last week.

Experts say that because sanctuaries are largely unregulated and anyone can open one, there are no uniform safety protocols.

And over-confidence or human error can lead to tragic consequences even among the most experienced of caretakers.

“It’s a risky business when you’re dealing with

dangerous wild animals.

You can’t leave any room for error,” said Vernon Weir, director of the Nevada-based American Sanctuary Association which certifies sanctuaries.

For decades, exotic animals have been imported into the U.S. and openly bred for the pet trade. Despite new laws that limit the trade in some states, people can easily buy an African rodent, a chimpanzee, or a baby leopard at a flea market or over the Internet.

Experts estimate the U.S. exotic pet trade is a multibillion-dollar industry. Hundreds of sanctuaries have opened throughout the U.S. About 80 sanctuaries currently house big cats, the International Fund for Animal Welfare says. Only a dozen of them are certified or verified by two certifying organizations, the American Sanctuary Association and the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries.

There’s little governmental oversight.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, which enforces the federal Animal Welfare Act, licenses facilities that exhibit animals — whether domestic or wild — or do research.

And the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service tracks endangered species when they are bought

and sold across state or U.S. borders and issues permits to facilities moving animals across state lines.

But neither agency keeps a tally on facilities or the total number of wild animals that are housed.

And no one sets rules for how sanctuaries operate.

As a result, safety procedures meant to protect staff and animals vary. Most sanctuaries develop their own protocols. The two certifying associations require safety standards, but in most cases don’t define specific rules.

WildCat Haven, the Sherwood, Ore., sanctuary where the head keeper was killed on Nov. 9, was “verified” by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries.

Verification means the sanctuary satisfied 60 different standards, including safety.

The organization recommends “redundancy” when it comes to safety, its executive director Patty Finch said, meaning two lockout doors or two staff members present. “It won’t eliminate the risk factor, but can certainly reduce it,” Finch said.

Still, she said, risk is inherent in the job. “You can have the best protocols in the world and something can still go wrong.”

WildCat Haven has

good safety rules in place, Finch said.

Its safety manual specifies that a staff member can enter the main enclosure to clean or make repairs only after the animals are locked away in a smaller cage.

Two people must be present when animals are locked up. And a caretaker can’t be alone with an animal in the same space.

Sanctuary officials said Radziwon-Chapman apparently broke those rules: she worked alone, locked only one of three cougars in the smaller cage, and went into the main enclosure with the other two cougars.

The woman’s family said they don’t believe the wife and new mother broke any rules, and she had expressed concerns about working alone just days before the attack.

Carol Baskin, CEO of Florida-based Big Cat Rescue, which compiles data on big cat attacks and deaths throughout the nation, said locking animals into a smaller cage may not be enough.

At Big Cat Rescue, all cleaning and feeding is done from outside the cages using long poles with hooks.

“I think the vast majority of sanctuaries are not strict enough and have a tendency to perpetuate the notion that these animals can be handled safety if you’re trained properly,” Baskin said.

The fatal mistakes, experts say, usually happen due to human nature.

“There is a certain psychology at work when you work with these animals day in, day out,” said Weir of the American Sanctuary Association. “You begin to feel comfortable around them. But they’re still wild animals, you don’t know what can set them off, and the results can be tragic.”

The best way to stop the attacks, experts say, is to reduce the need for sanctuaries by the curtailing the exotic pet trade.

In recent years, new state laws and a ban on the trade in big cats across state lines as pets reduced the number of mauling and deaths, the data show. A few states instituted restrictions on ownership, breeding and sale of exotic pets — some banning the practice outright, while others requiring permits or liability insurance to keep such pets.

Experts say proposed national legislation that would prohibit the private possession and breeding of big cats could further reduce the need for sanctuaries and the number of attacks on humans.

“If we were able to stop the flow of cubs,” Baskin said, “we would be able to stop these kinds of tragedies.”

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Position for immediate hire First Shift in our Test Laboratory in Tipp City

1 BEDROOM, 322 South Main Street, downstairs, stove & refrigerator furnished. $385. No pets. Credit check required, (937)418-8912

PUPPIES, 2 males YorkiePoos $250 each, 1 male Minature Poodle, $300, utd on shots, non shedding pups, (419)582-4211 (419)733-1256

2006 DODGE DURANGO, SLT, red, 3rd row seat, V8 engine, luggage rack, Loaded, all wheel drive, 4 wheel drive, $12000 obo, (419)953-0084

1 BEDROOM, 309.5 W. Wayne Downstairs, electric heat, stove, refrigerator, $385, credit check required, no pets, (937)418-8912

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Experience preferred, but will train the right person. Third shift opportunities. Full time position Great opportunity to become a member of our growing team. We offer competitive wages and complete benefit package. Benefits include 401(k) with employer match, profit sharing, uniforms, health, life and disability insurance. Send resume with salary requirements or apply in person to: GLOBUS PRINTING & PACKAGING P.O. Box 114 One Executive Parkway Minster, OH 45865 GENERAL LABOR – 10/HR CDL TRUCK DRIVER – 12/HR Excellent wage & benefits Apply at: 15 Industry Park Ct. Tipp City 937-667-6707 IMMEDIATE OPENING

HOUSEKEEPING LAUNDRY MAINTENANCE Premium paid for experienced candidates, Positions available immediately Apply within: Residence Inn 87 Troy Town Drive Troy, OH MPA provides Supported Living services to adults with developmental disabilities. We are accepting applications for a Home Supervisor in Sidney and Direct Care Providers to perform in home care in Troy and Sidney. Full time 2nd shift and 3rd shift available. You with assist with daily living skills, transportation, money management and medication supervision.

We provide a consistent schedule, good pay/benefits plus paid training. Our employees must have a HS diploma/GED, be highly selfmotivated and have superb ethics.

We do our best to ensure our employees never have to work a shift during the holidays when they have a family commitment. Ask for details.

If interested in an employer that genuinely cares for its employees, please call Ken (419)339-9765.

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OʼReilly Machine Tool Services in Russia, OH is looking for an experienced CNC Programmer/ Machinist. Qualified candidates would have experience in programming, job set-ups, inspection, and operating various CNC mills and lathes. We offer a competitive wage, group medical, paid holidays, vacation, and a retirement plan. Please send resumes to: OʼReilly Machine Tool Service 560 E. Main St. Russia, OH 45363 Fax to: (937)526-9627 Polysource, Inc. is now accepting applications. We offer competitive wages, 401k with company matching, medical and dental insurance and paid vacation.

Applications can be picked up at: 555 E Statler Rd, Piqua

Job Responsibilities: Set up a variety of refrigeration equipment to measure product performance. Perform various agency tests according to specifications.

Conduct analysis of tested units.

Minimum Qualifications: EPA universal certificate. 3 or more years in HVAC installs/ repair, and controls. Strong electrical skills including 480 VAC 3 phase and VFD units.

Skilled with power tools and brazing torch. Read and create wiring schematics, Proficient with current Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

Commitment to safety and good housekeeping.

Desired Qualifications: Trained to operate fork truck and scissor lift. Experience in PLC programming. Ability to work without supervision.

Send Resumes to: Regal Beloit 531 North Fourth Street Tipp City, Ohio 45371 Attention: Laboratory Mgr.

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Send resume to: Dept 142 Troy Daily News 224 S. Market St Troy, OH 45373

1 BEDROOM, 626 Caldwell, downstairs, includes heat $600, washer/dryer hookup, credit check required, No pets, (937)418-8912 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom, Houses & Apts.

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THANKSGIVING range-free turkies. No meds/hormones.

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Autos For Sale 2001 DODGE Stratus SE coupe, 3.0L, v6, 97000 miles, power locks & windows, runs good, no rust, $1500 obo, (937)470-5345

521 West High, upstairs, 2 bedroom, w/d hookup, $425, Credit check required, No pets, (937)418-8912 Clean, Quiet, safe, one bedroom, senior approved, $475.00 monthly includes water & trash, no pets, 778-0524 PIQUA, 2 Bedroom, appliances, garage, air, lawncare, no pets, $565 monthly, plus deposit, (937)492-5271 PIQUA, Colonial Terrace Apts., Water, Sewer, Trash, Hot Water, Ref., Range included.

2BR-$480, 1BR-$450. W/D on site. No application fee. 12 month lease. 937-773-1952

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12pm-5pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 3 BEDROOM, Townhome, Piqua, all appliances including washer/ dryer, 2.5 bath, 2 car garage, (937)3357176, www.firsttroy.com

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auto V6, convertible top, all in good condition, runs great, 154K, $4375 (937)335-2812

FIREWOOD, All hard wood, $150 per cord delivered or $120 you pick up, (937)7262780

Civitas Media has the following cars for sale:

SEASONED FIREWOOD $145 per cord. Stacking extra, $125 you pick up. Taylor Tree Service available, (937)753-1047

2006 Toyota Camry 4 door sedan LE, tan, 140,000 miles $7,000.

2010 Chevrolet Malibu 4d sedan LT, maroon, 47,000 miles $12,500.

2003 Jaguar XJR 4d sedan, silver, 69,030 miles $6,500.

These vehicles are located in Miamisburg, Ohio 45342 Please call 937-247-2730 for more information or schedule a time to inspect.

Trucks / SUVs / Vans 1998 GMC, Model W5R, Delivery truck, 18000 GVW, (419)302-1038

SEASONED FIREWOOD Call (937)564-3468 Furniture & Accessories END TABLES, 2 Oak with Glass top, were over $300 each new, sell for $25 each.

Also have a oak with glass top coffee table for $25. They are in excellent condition. Call 937498-1589 or 937-638-5577.

Miscellaneous BED, King size, Less than 1 year old, new mattress, includes set of sheets & pillowcases, $2000, (937)778-0361

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TRUCK DRIVER Freshway Logistics, is currently seeking multiple drivers for the area.

CDL Class "A" drivers only Excellent pay and Benefits Applicants must have minimum of 1 year over the road experience and clean driving record Email your resume to: tarnold@freshwayfoods.com

Welder/ Steel Fabricator

Experience required. Must be able to read detailed blueprints and measurements. A pre-placement drug screen is required. E.O.E. Please email resumes to: kfrancis@ albertfreytaginc.com or mail to: Albert Freytag Inc. 2233 St. Rt. 362 Minster, OH 45865 Medical/Health SPRINGMEADE HEALTHCENTER ARE YOU AN OUTSTANDING STNA? We currently have openings for State Tested Nursing Assistants 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift Full time All shifts – Weekend Warrior We have wonderful Residents and a lovely work environment. Please come to SpringMeade to learn more about us and the benefits we offer.

SpringMeade HealthCenter 4375 South County Rd. 25-A Tipp City, OH 45371 937-667-7500 Drug Free Workplace Apartments /Townhouses 1 BEDROOM, upstairs, 431 West Ash, stove, refrigerator, no pets, $350. Credit check required, (937)418-8912 2 BEDROOM, recently renovated, $500 monthly, no pets, (937)974-6333

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LEGALS SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 13-196 U S Bank, NA vs.

Martin P. Finfrock, et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 11, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the Village of Covington, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: H19-010170 Prior Deed Reference: Deed Book 789, Page 594 Also known as: 222 East Broadway Street, Covington, Ohio 45318 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at Fifty Thousand and 00/100, ($50,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Miranda S. Hamrick, Attorney 11/08, 11/15, 11/22-2013 40519292

LEGALS SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 13-042 JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA vs.

Terry A. Cotrell, et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 4, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the City of Piqua, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: N44-035530 Also known as: 534 McKinley, Piqua, Ohio 45356 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at Thirty Nine Thousand and 00/100 ($39,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Kevin L. Williams, Attorney 11/01, 11/08, 11/15-2013

LEGALS SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 13-038 The Bank of New York Mellon vs.

Larry D. Black, et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 11, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the City of Piqua, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: N44-069220 Prior Deed Reference: Survivorship Deed, Recorded in Book 682, Page 368, Filed on 11/07/1997 Also known as: 403 North Parkway Drive, Piqua, Ohio 45356 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at Ninety Three Thousand and 00/100 ($93,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Charles V. Gasior, Attorney 11/08, 11/15, 11/22-2013 40519315

LEGALS SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 13-017 Unity National Bank vs.

Paul Ault, Jr., et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 4, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the City of Piqua, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: N44-020600 Also known as: 909 West High Street, Piqua, Ohio 45356 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at Sixty Three Thousand and 00/100 ($63,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Dale G. Davis, Attorney 11/01, 11/08, 11/15-2013 40516307

LEGALS SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 12-745 Unity National Bank vs.

Deborah C. Millhouse, et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 4, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the Village of Fletcher, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: B05-000630 Also known as: 11 West Main Street, Fletcher, Ohio 45326 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at Twenty Nine Thousand and 00/100 ($29,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Dale G. Davis, Attorney 11/01, 11/08, 11/15-2013 40516293

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SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 13-421 Wells Fargo Bank, NA vs.

Jeanne Fritts, et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 4, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the Township of Newberry, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: H17-036950 Also known as: 8615 West US Route 36, Covington, Ohio 45318 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at One Hundred Eighty Thousand and 00/100 ($180,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Angela D. Kirk, Attorney 11/01, 11/08, 11/15-2013 40516313

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LEGALS SHERIFF’S SALE MIAMI COUNTY COMMON PLEAS Case No.: 13-364 Nationstar Mortgage LLC vs.

Helen E. Dooley, et al Pursuant to the command of an Order of Sale in the above name cause to me directed by the Court of Common Pleas of Miami County, Ohio, I will offer at Public Sale in the lobby of the Sheriff on December 11, 2013 at 10:00 o’clock in the a.m. the following described premises, to-wit: Situated in the City of Piqua, in the County of Miami, and in the State of Ohio Parcel Number: M40-059052 Also known as: 8446 North Bennett Drive, Piqua, Ohio 45356 A full legal description may be obtained in the Office of the Recorder of Miami County, Ohio.

Appraised at Forty Eight Thousand and 00/100 ($48,000.00) Dollars and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraisement.

TERMS OF SALE: 10% of appraised value down time of sale and .5% of appraised value for conveyance and recording, balance within 30 days of confirmation.

Angela D. Kirk, Attorney 11/08, 11/15, 11/22-2013 40519308

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Use consequences consevatively Q: We have discovered that our 17-year-old son recently went to school, checked in, and then, a short time later, left.

To our knowledge, he’s never done this before.

His explanation was that he was bored and just wanted to have some free time. We are at a loss as to how to respond. What consequence or consequences do you think are appropriate?

A: This is a great question because it raises some very important considerations concerning the use of consequences.

Today’s parents seem to believe two things about consequences: first, that when a child

misbehaves, the child’s parents should apply a negative consequence; second, that consequences, properly selected and properly used, work. There is some truth to both of these assumptions, but both come with caveats.

To the first assumption: Consequences should be used very conservatively. When they are used liberally, the parents in question are guilty of trying to micromanage misbehavior. Any type of micromanagement will result, ultimately, in negative outcomes. Over-using consequences can lead to full-scale rebellion, for example.

Taking this situation, that he was caught is in order for me to answer price enough. If it’s part your question with any of an overall pattern, degree of confidence, I then it’s definitely time would need some back- to apply consequences.

You can, g r o u n d for example, informatake away tion. Is your any and all son a repeat electronic offender? devices — Does he c o m p u t e r, have a hiscell phone, tory of willvideo game, fully irreand MP3 sponsible, Living With Children player — rebellious until certain behavior?

John Rosemond behavior Are his and acagrades up to his ability level? In other demic goals have been words, is this a blip or is met and the improveit part of an overall pat- ment has sustained itself tern that has been devel- over, say, a month. But oping over some time? If that would not be my it’s a blip, then the fact response if he’s a gener-

ally good kid who just took a brief walk on the wild side one day. My response to that would be “I hope, for your sake, that this doesn’t happen again.”

To the second assumption: Consequences work reliably, predictably, with dogs, rats, and other lower life forms.

They do not work reliably with human beings.

It may surprise the reader to learn that no research psychologist, including B. F. Skinner (the “father” of behavior modification theory) himself, has ever conclusively demonstrated that rewards and punishments have predictable outcomes when used on

humans. In fact, there is a growing body of anecdotal and researchbased evidence to the effect that (a) rewards can actually lower performance and/or stimulate an increase in misbehavior, and (b) punishment can similarly backfire. Those risks are increased the more rewards and punishments are used.

When you hear a parent say, “I’ve punished my child consistently for misbehaving, and he keeps right on misbehaving,” the problem may be the first half of the parent’s statement.

Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parents’ questions at parentguru. com.

Organization with a capital ‘O’ “How can my child be more organized?” is a question I often hear from parents at parent/teacher conferences. How, indeed! Sadly, there’s no magic formula that will miraculously turn an unorganized child into an organized one. There are, however, a few strategies that can help.

1. Use lists. The unorganized child needs lists to help get through the day. The lists should be detailed and specific. Telling an unorganized child to, “Go clean your room,” sets them up for failure from the beginning. Instead, take a notepad and list specific tasks that need to be done in order to get the room cleaned. “Make your bed. Put clothes in the hamper.

Set books on the shelf.” These specific tasks are concrete and clear.

Require each task to be crossed off by your child once it’s completed. Not only does this allow you to see what’s been completed, it feels good to mark items out once they’re finished.

2. Label, label, label. The unorganized child can’t remember what goes where. Make labels for every drawer,

container, notebook, and shelf. This items to go to school. Lockers and communicates exactly where items desks get messy enough without extra are meant to be stored. It also helps objects sneaking their way to school. the child learn to categorize. They Periodically clean out unused toys, have to group belongings by common books, and clothing. Pass those items characteristics, a handy skill for kids to friends and relatives, or donate and adults. them to charity.

3. Color code. Use 5.

Plan ahead. color to identify items Unorganized children and their purposes. need a plan and strucPerhaps the red toy bin ture. Train your kids how is for LEGOs and the yelto plan in advance. For low bin is for Matchbox example, clothes and cars. The colors (along book bags get prepared with labels) help get all at night, not in the mornitems sorted and stored. ing. Design a schedule for Color coding is ideal for completing long projects Keeping It Real school materials, too. or homework. Evening Color code notebooks events are scheduled, Holly McElwee and folders according to with all responsibilities subject. For example, all the science accounted for. Don’t wait until the notebooks and folders are red, while last minute to complete tasks if you math ones are green. live with an unorganized child.

4. Eliminate clutter. Kids who have 6. Use calendars and planners. Train a hard time with organization become your child how to use a calendar. Keep overwhelmed with clutter. Keep only a family calendar, on the refrigerator the necessary items in their bedrooms for instance, and allow them to write or play rooms. Don’t allow extra their own events on it. Most adults

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function in a world where calendars are required. Teach your unorganized child to write things down, not to try and remember events or due dates in their heads.

7. Be consistent. Whatever strategies you employ with your unorganized child, be consistent. If you use lists, keep it up. Just using them for a short time won’t make a difference.

Consistent long-term use of a strategy helps kids develop habits.

8. Train kids to be self-sufficient. As your kids grow older, expect them to employ the organizational strategies that you’ve taught them. Chances are, an unorganized child will grow into an unorganized adult. However, if kids know how to implement a series of strategies, they’ll be functional in their roles throughout life.

Some people are born organizers while others are not. However, even the most unorganized person can function successfully when they use their strategies for success.

Barry Massey

Nov. 25th

Associated Press

SANTA FE, N.M. — Gov. Susana Martinez said Thursday she’ll ask the Legislature to fix a legal loophole created by a recent court decision narrowing who must report suspected cases of abuse and neglect.

The governor’s target is a ruling by the state Court of Appeals last month that only 10 categories of people, including physicians, nurses and teachers, must contact authorities about suspected child abuse.

Martinez disagreed with the court’s interpretation of the law, and said she’ll ask the Legislature to make clear that every person is required to report suspected abuse.

“It’s disappointing. It’s misguided, and it’s dangerous for kids who can’t report child abuse themselves and need adults to step in and to help keep them safe,” Martinez

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said of the court ruling in remarks to a meeting of officials from state child protection agencies across the country.

When she was district attorney, Martinez prosecuted members of a Las Cruces family for not reporting the abuse of a 5-month-old girl, Brianna Lopez, who died in 2002.

The child, who became known as Baby Brianna, had been sexually assaulted. Her injuries included skull fractures and other broken bones, numerous bruises and more than a dozen human bite marks on her face and body.

The child’s father and uncle were convicted of multiple charges, including child abuse resulting in death and criminal sexual penetration of a minor. The girl’s mother also was convicted of several counts, including negligently permitting child abuse resulting in death.

Martinez said she successfully prosecuted anoth-

er uncle and a grandmother for failing to report the abuse. Under the recent court decision, the governor said, such prosecutions wouldn’t be possible.

At issue in the ruling was a New Mexico law that states suspected abuse must be reported by “every person, including a licensed physician ... a law enforcement officer ... a school teacher” and seven other categories of professionals. The court said only those listed professionals had an obligation to notify authorities of possible abuse and neglect — not everyone in the state.

Attorney General Gary King plans to ask the state Supreme Court to review the Appeals Court decision. But Martinez said the law should be clarified immediately by the Legislature rather than wait for months for a ruling by the state’s highest court. The Legislature meets in January for a 30-day session.

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