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STAFF REPORT PIQUA — The Piqua Fire Department and Miami County HazMat responded to the city’s The Miami County wastewater treatment plant at 7 Relay for Life will be held a.m. Friday after a broken valve Saturday, May 5 and Sun- caused a minor leak at the facility. day, May 6 at the Miami County Fairgrounds.

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Piqua firefighters and Miami County HazMat crews were on the scene of a leak at the waste water treatment plant on Bridge Street early Friday morning. A leak in a cylinder at the facility, located at 121 Bridge St., set off an alarm and personnel noticed meter readings consistent with a minor leak in the system, according to the Piqua Fire Department.

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Responding firefighters at the scene called in the county’s Hazmat vehicle, dressed four members in hazardous material suits and had two of them enter the vacated building to shut off a valve, said fire Capt. Jon Stevens.

Shortly thereafter the situation was brought under control and poses no risk to health, fire officials said. The cause of the leak remains undetermined, but repairs are already in the works to correct the issue.

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PIQUA — The Saint James Episcopal Church will host its monthly lunch. The menu will include fried chicken, mashed potatos and homemade chicken gravy, peas, cole slaw, rolls and pie. All are welcome so come to enjoy this free lunch that will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 (or until food runs out) Sunday at 200 W. High St. across from the Post Office.

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A handcuffed “drunk driver,” right, played by Ashlynn Hensley of Houston, watches from the back seat of at Piqua police cruiser as the “body” of her friend is removed from the scene of a “fatal” crash at Upper Valley Career Center in Piqua on Friday. The mock crash scenario was played out for the student body as a prom season reminder to students about the dangers of impaired driving.

Academicians’ unique opportunity BY BETHANY J. ROYER Staff Writer broyer@dailycall.com PIQUA — It was an exciting evening for students of the city’s first government academy as they were taken under the wing of the Streets and Parks Department and the Engineering Department on Wednesday. While the group was given tours of the subsequent depart-

tual 11 were given the opportunity to ride city mowers at Pitsenbarger Park, experience the precarious nature of plowing city streets and see the technology behind making street signs. City engineer Amy Havenar was first at the helm, along with project manager Bob Graeser, in the commission chambers at the ments, they may not have been government complex with a video prepared for what lay ahead as See Unique /Page 9 the fourth class out of an even-

PIQUA — They are stylish, colorful and fun, and they might just save your life. Medical ID bracelets have grown in popularity as of late especially given a new look most bracelets have these days, which look like jewelry but could provide vital health information in the event of a serious medical emergency. The Piqua Kroger has started offering medical ID bracelets and so far many people have taken a liking to them. Fred Labs, head pharmacist and manager at Kroger, said there are many reasons why some segments of the population should be interested in such See Medical /Page 2

Veterans prepare to make 10th trip to Capital BY WILL E SANDERS Staff Writer wsanders@dailycall.com PIQUA — Now gearing up for their 10th trip, Mission: Veterans to D.C. is getting ready to kick-off on Friday, May 4, from a new location: the Miami Valley Centre Mall.

Director of 10th trip, Dwayne Thompson, said the committee decided to move the send off location to the mall because the two trips each year, which take place in the spring and fall, always produces chilly and many times uncooperative weather. The past nine trips

were sent off on their way from the city’s American Legion, Thompson said, but it was recently decided the mall would be a better location. Among just some of the benefits of moving the send off location include more space for parking, a stage and sound system

that is already set up and a more convenient location for those who may suffer from physical handicaps. “We won’t have to worry about the weather out there,” Thompson said. “Plus, it’s right there by See Capital/Page 9

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TROY — Donald H. Lauber, 84, of Troy, passed away in his sleep at 4:30 a.m. Thursday, April 26, 2012. He was born May 3 1 , 1927, in Troy to the late Joseph M. and Alwilda ( M c Daniel) Lauber. H i s w i f e , LAUBER M a rgaret Ann “Peggy” (Gaier) Lauber, preceded him in death on May 27, 1989. He is survived by three sons and a daughter-inlaw, Donn and Susan Lauber of P i q u a , M a r k Lauber of Troy and C h r i s Lauber of Conover; daughter, Cheryl Ann Lauber of Tipp City; sister and brother-in-law, Janet and Ken Denlinger of Troy; three grandchildren, Daniel, Marilyn and Jessica; four great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife, Don was preceded in death by his brother, Jack Lauber and one sister, Jeannie Foreman. Don joined the Navy at age 17. He proudly fought in World War II and Korea

and was a part of the occupation of Japan. Don was an executive business man and consultant for several companies through the years. He had an extensive gun collection and also collected classic cars. He was a lifetime member of the VFW 5436 where he served with the honor guard; he was a lifetime member of the AMVETS Post No. 88 and the Elks Lodge BPOE No. 837; member of Troy Fish & Game, Ohio Gun Collector Association, American Legion Post No. 286 of New Carlisle, Fraternal Order of Eagles Troy Aerie No. 971 and Loyal Order of Moose No. 1044. Don was a good husband and a wonderful father. He was a good friend to many and a great person to be around. He will be sorely missed by many. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, at Baird Funeral Home, Troy. Interment will follow in Casstown Cemetery, Casstown, with VFW Memorial Honor Guard at the graveside. Friends may call from 12-1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Memorial Honor Guard. Friends may express condolences to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome.com.

Cora C. Biles PIQUA — Cora C. Biles, 83, formerly of 100 Janet Dr., Piqua, died at 9:10 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2012, at Piqua Manor Nursing Home. She was b o r n Feb. 19, 1929, in Piqua, to the l a t e BILES Edgar G. Fisher and the late Margaret (Cook) Fisher Sprague. She married Paul A. Biles Sr. on Feb. 21, 1949, in Richmond, Ind.; he preceded her in death on Jan. 1, 2000. Survivors include two sons, Patrick (Cindy) Biles of Grove City and Perry (Carla) Biles of Troy; 14 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; two brothers, Joe (Jeanette) Fisher of Covington and Howard Fisher of St. Paris; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a son, two daughters; a granddaughter; two brothers; and five sisters. Mrs. Biles was a 1943 graduate of Piqua Central High School, worked for the Piqua City School District as a school bus driver for 21 years and then as a unit secretary at the Upper Valley Medical Center. While a lifelong member of Piqua Baptist Church, she was a Sunday school teacher and served as the Sunday school superintendent. Addition-

ally, she served as a member of the Piqua Park Board, the crusade chair for the Miami County Cancer Society, past president of the Wilder PTA and the Piqua PTA Council. She volunteered with the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts of America, Campfire Girls, Girl Scouts, Little League Baseball, and with both campuses of the Piqua Catholic School. She enjoyed concerts, movies, reading murder mysteries and working with her computer. She helped raise her grandson, Gabriel J. Biles, the joy of her life, with whom she rode an elephant, took to wrestling matches, and enjoyed many fun and wild activities with. She loved to baby sit with her grandchildren and she had numerous friends. A service to honor her life will begin at 10 a.m. Wednesday, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Hospice Chaplain Edward Ellis officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, P. O. Box 6062, Albert Lee, MN, 56007, American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45206 or Hospice of Miami County Inc., P.O. Box 502, Troy, OH 45373. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through jamiesonandyannucci.com.

Death notices MIAMISBURG — Richard Earl Develvis, 72, formerly of Sidney, passed away April 7, 2012, at Heartland of Miamisburg. A veteran’s Honor Service will be held Tuesday at the Dayton National Cemetery. There will be no public viewing.

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Harold L. “Budd” Arthur PIQUA — Harold L. “Budd” Arthur, 60, of Piqua, d i e d April 25, 2012, at his residence. He was born in Piqua on March 17, 1952, to Gloria (Loudan) ARTHUR Arthur of Piqua and the late Forest Lee Arthur. Harold married Mary Jane Higgs and they were married for 40 years. She survives. Budd also is survived by two sons and daughterin-law, Chris and Robin Arthur of Piqua and Forest Michael Arthur of Covington; one daughter, Sally A. Arthur of Piqua; two brothers and sister-in-

law, Ed and Cindy Arthur and Dan Arthur, all of Piqua; one sister, Rita Baxter of Florida; and five grandchildren, Christopher, Domyque, Maci, Destiny and Forest Arthur. Budd graduated from Piqua High School in 1970. He worked for Medalist Allen A in Piqua for 15 years. He then worked for Panasonic in Troy. Memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Monday at FuMelcher-Sowers neral Home, Piqua, with Major Kathleen Klink officiating. Friends may call from 6–7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.melcher-sowers.com.

Robert E. “Bob” Wyan PIQUA — Robert E. “Bob” Wyan, 76, of 8225 N. Woodlawn Dr., Piqua, died at 1:42 a.m. Friday, April 27, 2012, at his residence. He was b o r n Sept. 16, 1935, in Bradford, to the late Ralph a n d R u t h (Trowbridge) WYAN Wyan. He married Dixie Lee Kiser on Sept. 13, 1958 in Troy; she survives. Other survivors include two sons, Steve (Bette) Wyan of Milford and Kerry (Nikki) Wyan of Piqua; three grandchildren, Matt (Lindsay), Hannah, and Kyle W y a n ; t h r e e great-grandchildren, Avery, Jaxen, and Grant; three brothers, Harvey (Phyllis) Wyan of Bradford, William (Mary) Wyan of Bradford, and Lloyd (Elaine) Wyan of Virginia; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Raymond Wyan; and a grandson, Kevin Wyan. Mr. Wyan was a 1954 graduate of Bradford High School and served in the U.S. Army as a radio code operator from 1957-1959. He worked 13 years for Inland Steel Container, and retired from Hobart Brothers of Troy after 29½ years of service. He had also worked as a part-time deputy sheriff and police officer for the Village of Bradford for 2½ years. After his retirement, Bob worked for Upper Valley Medical Center, Paul Sherry RV, Hills, & Ames.

He was currently working as a courier for Unity National Bank. He enjoyed golf, ham radio (W8LLO), astronomy, music, sailing, and making and playing Native American style flutes. Bob was a 43-year member of the Free & Accepted Masons, having joined the Masonic Lodge in 1969. He was past president of the Third Masonic District, past district education officer, and past district deputy grand master. He was a five time past patron of the Order of the Eastern Star. He was currently a member of the Bradford 593 F. & A.M. and Tippecanoe 307 O.E.S. He also held many offices in the Order of the Eastern Star, and was curserving as rently secretary of the 9th District Officer Association. A service to honor his life will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with the Rev. Joe Pumphrey officiating. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Troy, where full military honors will be conducted by the Veterans Elite Tribute Squad. Visitation will be from 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, where Eastern Star and Masonic services will be conducted at 5 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 3229 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45229; Wilson Hospice Care Remembrance Fund, 915 W. Michigan St., Sidney, OH 45365; or the 32nd Masonic Learning Center, c/o Dayton Masonic Center, 525 W. Riverview Dr., Dayton, OH 45405. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through jamiesonandyannucci.com.

PIQUA — Joyce A. Covault Trevino, 64, of Piqua, died at 10 p.m. Thursday, April 26, 2012, at her residence. She was born in Celina, on July 4, 1947, to the late Victor Gerlach, Sr. TREVINO a n d Betty (Borges) Gerlach. She married Paul Covault on July 20, 1968. He preceded her in death on April 24, 1999. On Sept. 29, 2001, she married Rene´ Treviño. He preceded her in death on Oct. 24, 2008. Joyce is survived by three sons and daughtersin-law, Jeff and Amy Covault of Troy, Rob and Heather Covault of Piqua and Randy and Dawn Covault of Sidney; one stepson, Aaron Treviño of Houston, Texas; two stepdaughters, Marissa Treviño of Phoenix, Ariz. and Ashley Treviño of Houston, Texas; one brother and sister-in-law, John and Chris Gerlach of Piqua and one sister, Vicky Kerns of Sidney; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Victor

Gerlach Jr. and Michael Gerlach; and one brotherin-law, Rick Kerns. Joyce graduated from Piqua Central High School. She was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Piqua. Joyce loved working the church festivals and also cooked for the funerals. She was a member of Piqua Loyal Order of the Moose no. 1067, Eagles Post no. 614, and Veterans of Foreign Wars no. 4874. Joyce was a baker at Kroger in Piqua for 22 years. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Piqua, with the Rev. Fr. Martin Fox as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Fletcher Cemetery, Fletcher. Friends may call from 5 –8 p.m. Tuesday at FuMelcher-Sowers neral Home, Piqua. A prayer service will be at 5 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Boniface Catholic Church, 310 South Downing Street, Piqua, OH 45356 or American Cancer Society, Southwestern Regional Office, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45206. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.melcher-sowers.com.

James Thomas Horan ENGLEWOOD — James Thomas Horan, 63 of Englewood, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2012. Tom retired after 22 years as an accountant from Dayton Power & Light and later after 10 years from RTA. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church and a former member of St. Rita Catholic Church. Tom also was a former member of the Northmont Optimist Club, a member of Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity loved coaching, and watching sports and playing golf. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Rebecca “Becky” (Butz) Horan; son, Bryan ( Katie Hicks ) Horan of Illinois; daughter, Megan Horan of Columbus; brother, Dennis (Noreen) Horan of Cleveland; sister, Hazel Eileen Juratovic of Findlay brothers-in-law, Jim

(Sherrie) Butz and Ted Butz of Piqua; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mary Louise (Romp) Horan; and brother, Pat Horan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 a.m. Monday, at St. Paul Catholic Church, 1000 W. Wenger Road, Englewood, with Father Ken Baker as celebrant and Father Steve Dos Santos, C.P.P.S. as concelebrant. Interment will follow the Mass at Royal Oak Memorial Gardens in Brookville. The family will receive friends from 1-4 p.m. Sunday at the Kindred Funeral Home, 400 Union Blvd., Englewood, where prayers will be said at 9:30 a.m. Monday. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.KindredFuneralHome.com.

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Mainstreet Piqua receives national accreditation COLUMBUS â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Heritage Ohio has announced the 2011 certification of Mainstreet Piqua as an Ohio Main Street Community. A member of the Main Street program since 1999, Mainstreet Piqua continues to work towards revitalizing its historic downtown district. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very proud to see Main Street Piqua receive National Accreditation for 2011,â&#x20AC;? said Jeff Siegler, director of revitalization for Heritage Ohio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This demonstrates that the organization is meeting all of the necessary criteria to be successful in its effort to revitalize downtown Piqua. The importance of the Mainstreet

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nother local child has been buried, the victim of alleged child abuse. This is is getting to be an all-too-frequent occurrence at all levels of our society. Innocent children are the ultimate victims of situations where an angry or abusive adult takes out their wrath on those who cannot defend themselves. I find myself asking, “Why, and how, do these things happen?” Although some situations are first-time issues, I see too many times that the person responsible for the violence is a husband or boyfriend and the investigation reveals abuse that has been ongoing and long-term. The obvious question, then, is “Why do women stay in an abusive relationship?” You will hear excuses, ranging from “I love him,” to “He promised he won’t do it again.” There are, I am sure, many cases where the abuser has threatened the life and safety of his mate should she attempt to leave. In my eyes, there is no excuse for either mental or physical abuse of a wife or girlfriend. Neither is there a legitimate reason for someone who is being abused to stay in that situation. When there are children involved, it is criminal for a mother to put her children in harm’s way just because she is attracted to a man, who also happens to be an abuser. What makes some women tick, I wonder? I have seen women practically abandon their children because she fell, head over heels, for some “bad boy” type, who turned out to be a real bad boy who physically abused the children. Yet, when confronted, the mother refused to believe her “bad boy” capable of such an act — in spite of the evidence. When given a choice, her deciMIKE ULLERY sion was to stay with Chief Photographer Mr. Bad Boy. I became a grandfather last week, for the 7th time, and as I look into the eyes of my newest granddaughter, I can’t help but realize the enormous responsibility put on all of the adults in her life. It is our job to protect her from harm. Our role as parents and grandparents is no different than that of our counterparts in a pride of lions or even our own pet animals. Of all creatures on God’s Earth, there is nothing more dangerous than a mother, of any species, who feels her offspring is in danger. Why, then, do some human females have such a tendency toward putting their children at risk just so they can gain the approval of, or be with, a man? An excuse of “I have no one else to turn to and/or no place to go,” is just not viable today. Help is out there. All one has to do is reach out … beginning with your local police department. Please, if you are a victim of abuse, get help. The life you save, may be your child’s.

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Bees make their ometimes I look at money and livelihood the world with though vomiting, which and wonder is exactly how Paris amazement, marveling Hilton makes her livover the vast culinary ing, minus the honey discoveries achieved by production. the greatest minds hisBeing bulimic probatory has to offer. Like bly pays double if you the discovery of peanut are a bee, but I am sure butter by George WashWILL E SANDERS there are just as many ington, our founding faStaff Writer shiftless slacker honey ther and first American bees just going through wsanders@dailycall.com president. I understand the motions. I bet it is that Mr. Washington also was an inventor of several other difficult to call in sick to work if you are noteworthy items, but none more deli- a honey bee. Sick bee: Listen boss, I can’t come in cious as crushing peanuts into a fine and pollinate flowers and help oxygenize paste. Or perhaps I am just confused again the atmosphere today. I have the flu and I’m puking everywhere. about American history. Queen bee: Are you kidding me, Gary. Another leap for mankind took place in 1948 when some guy named Aaron What do I keep telling you? You’re a bee, “Bunny” Lapin engineered one of the that’s what you do.” At the dark, ugly heart of the matter first propellant-driven versions of whipped cream. He later named it my fierce disdain for honey draws from Reddi-wip, which is the only consumable the simple conclusion that most stinging condiment that I am aware of that actu- insects are jerks and bees are the perfect ally has a cryptic warning on the side example. Everyone in the world knows if a bee announcing that improper use of Reddistings you he — or she, in the case of a wip could be fatal. What’s that you say? Weird sounding beemale, which is what scientists call a gases like nitrogen and isobutene com- female bee — keels over and dies. Everybining with spoiled, whipped milk flying one already knows that except the bees, out of a highly-pressurized aerosol can and the bees need to know this more (that explodes at 120 degrees Fahren- than anyone! Don’t you think the bees should have heit) and fires with the velocity of a bazooka? Yes, I agree, an outstanding figured this out by now? Or maybe they have and they just don’t care. Well, that benchmark in human achievement. And then there is honey, which is ab- sure sounds like a jerk move to me. surd and easily the most disgusting cre- Only a jerk would do something like that. ation in the world. I should know because one time a bee I refuse to sugar coat it any longer, stung me in the armpit. The thing about honey is nothing but bee vomit. Of course, it’s not called bee vomit. an armpit sting (in case you are ever Even in the early years of civilization placed in such a situation) is when a bee our ancestors realized “bee vomit” was, flies down a shirt sleeve one is naturally inclined to shut one’s armpit. This is a at best, a public relations nightmare. What I want to know is how many va- great strategy, unless the bee gets rieties of animal or insect puke some trapped in your armpit as a result and Mike Ullery is the Chief Photographer of the Piqua poor sod swallowed before learning that stings you there. Fact: the arm pit is the worst part of Daily Call. The opinions expressed are those of the writer bee vomit is the preferred vomit of the the body to experience a bee sting. and do not necessarily reflect those of the Piqua Daily Call. animal kingdom. I understand honey also makes for a I enjoy envisioning what that tastegreat home remedy for wounds, burns tasting process was like. “Dolphin vomit? Oh man, that’s horri- and even insect bites and stings, in adSend your signed letters to the editor, Piqua Daily ble. Let’s try this, camel vomit. I’m get- dition to promoting the healing process, Call, P.O. Box 921, Piqua, OH 45356. Send letters by e- ting nauseous. I might as well try the cat but I am not interested. The thought of mail to shartley@dailycall.com. Send letters by fax to vomit next; it seems my dog can’t get rubbing honey all over my armpit is enough to make me throw up. (937) 773-2782. enough of it.” There is a 400-word limit for letters to the editor. LetI am a bee vegan of sorts. I do not eat, To contact Will E Sanders email him ters must include a telephone number, for verification consume or digest anything that comes purposes only. from bees. Unlike an actual vegan, how- at wille@willesanders.com. To learn more ever, I don’t ram my social agenda and about Will E Sanders, to read past dietary mishandlings down society’s columns or to read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, throat. I realize that if you find the taste of in- visit the Creators Syndicate website at sect vomit to be suitable and fulfilling, www.creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2012 CREATORS.COM then that is your choice and not mine.

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Where to Write Public officials can be contacted through “Bud” O’Brien, Jack Evans and Richard the following addresses and telephone Cultice, 201 W. Main St., Troy, OH numbers: 45373 440-5910; commissioners@co■ Lucy Fess, mayor, 5th Ward Commismiami.oh.us sioner, ward5comm@piquaoh.org, ■ John R. Kasich, Ohio governor, Vern 615-9251 (work), 773-7929 (home) Riffe Center, 77 S. High St., Colum■ John Martin, 1st Ward Commissioner, bus, OH 43215, (614) 644-0813, Fax: ward1comm@piquaoh.org, 773-2778 (614) 466-9354 (home) ■ State Sen. Bill Beagle, 5th District, Ohio ■ William Vogt, 2nd Ward Commissioner, Senate, First Floor, Columbus, Ohio ward2comm@piquaoh.org, 773-8217 43215; (614) 466-6247; e-mail: SD■ Joe Wilson, 3rd Ward Commissioner, 05@sen.state.oh.us ward3comm@piquaoh.org, 778-0390 ■ State Rep. Richard Adams, 79th Dis■ Judy Terry, 4th Ward Commissioner, trict, House of Representatives, The ward4comm@piquaoh.org, 773-3189 Riffe Center, 77 High St. 13th Floor, ■ City Manager Gary Huff, ghuff@piColumbus, OH 43215, (614) 466-8114, quaoh.org, 778-2051 Fax: (614) 719-3979; district79@ohr.state.oh.us ■ Miami County Commissioners: John

COLUMBUS — A private economic development agency created by Gov. John Kasich to move “at the speed of business” has been slowed to a near halt in obtaining its start-up money as it awaits the outcome of a lawsuit. A bond sale that JobsOhio expected to complete in the first quarter has not yet taken place, leaving it without $100 million it would have used to create business incentives. The delay also has left the state without the first $500 million it would get under a deal requiring it to transfer 25 years of profits from state liquor sales to JobsOhio in exchange for the up-front bond money. The deal could raise as much as $1.4 billion for the state. Despite the hurdles, Ohio has added or retained 100,000 jobs in the past year, a quarter of what it lost during the previous four years. Kasich ties the progress to the new approach. At the same time, Kasich, JobsOhio’s financial guru Mark Kvamme and budget director Tim Keen all have been cautioning state lawmakers not to look at a projected $265 million budget surplus as real money. Unless the bond deal is done by the end of the fiscal year on June 30, Keen testified recently, the state’s apparently rosy budget picture could quickly turn south. Attorney General Mike DeWine has thrown a further wrench into things by raising new questions about the public records rules lawmakers are debating for JobsOhio. He says broad wording in a bill that cleared the Ohio House on Wednesday and has headed to the Senate could turn otherwise public records private. DeWine said he is lobbying Kasich and lawmakers to address a provision that says records created or received by JobsOhio are not public regardless of who has custody. DeWine believes it could shield documents from public view that state agencies share with JobsOhio. “Once it was shipped to JobsOhio, it would get immunized from public disclosure,” he said. “That transferring agency wouldn’t have to disclose those documents, and that’s just wrong. It goes against all of our long history of openness and public disclosure of information, and it just couldn’t have been what was intended.”

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Irrational animosity drives a wedge between families DEAR ABBY: My mother has never liked her sister-in-law. Mom thinks “Auntie Beth” is “completely out to get her,” even though no one has seen any evidence to support my mother’s claims. For the past several months, Mom has been complaining nonstop about how “awful” Beth is. She says things at the most random times to people she barely knows. If we don’t show sympathy toward Mom, she then becomes enraged. It has caused many problems between our family and Auntie Beth’s. We can’t have holidays together because my aunt is not allowed in our house. No one wants to be involved in the drama or to participate in the terrible gossip. How can I help my mother understand the harm she is causing and get our family back together? — SICK OF THE DRAMA DEAR SICK OF THE DRAMA: Your mother’s behavior appears to have escalated from disliking Aunt Beth to obsessive and paranoid. If it is time for her annual physical, her doctor should be told about it because her behavior is not normal and she may need a neurological exam or counseling. Unfortunately, there isn’t much you can do about this, because if you try, she may think that you are “against” her, too. But the rest of the family can refuse to allow her to exclude Aunt Beth by not accepting invitations in which she is not included.

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TIPP CITY — Join HAM IT UP! Productions May 4 ,5 and 6 to watch local children tell the story of Cinderella as she works and works in her nasty stepmother’s house. Her silly stepsisters, Brunhilda and Cleopatra, think they’re so beautiful that the prince will marry them both, but the prince ABIGAIL VAN BUREN spends most of the evening at a palace ball trying to esAdvice cape from them. This deshould know which ones lightful version introduces we socialize with. And I’d rather hear it from her than find out from a friend. Willa says it isn’t NEKESA MUMBI her place to spread other MOODY people’s business. What do Associated Press you think? NEW YORK (AP) — Ser— WANTS ANSWERS ena Williams says altering her diet in support of big sisDEAR WANTS AN- ter Venus hasn’t been much SWERS: Unless Willa in- of a hardship. Serena said she’s cut down tended to make a full disclosure, she shouldn’t on eating chicken and fish have teased you by mak- and is eating more raw foods ing you curious. Obviously, like Venus, who adopted the you do care about whom change to help her body cope she has been with, so now with Sjogren’s syndrome, an you need to be honest with yourself about why. Would you prefer not to socialize with the men with whom she has had past relationships? Because she has clammed up, perhaps you should assume that she has been with all of the men she has introduced you to. The question you need to ask yourself is whether you can put her past aside and focus instead on building a future with her.

us to some playful, new characters: a fearless mouse, a timid cat and the amazing Pumpkinhead, who changes into a coach. The Fairy Godmother is busy tutoring an apprentice but makes time for our heroine. A touch of incredible magic sends Cinderella off to the palace ball. Alas, she loses her glass slipper as she tries to escape before midnight arrives. The prince vows to marry the girl whose foot fits the slipper. The ladies of the king-

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Tipp Roller Mill Theater kicks off its 17th year of local entertainment with The Glass Slipper dom attempt to squeeze into the tiny shoe. Cleopatra can only manage one big toe. Naturally, by the final curtain, Cinderella and the Prince are reunited and the stepsisters get an unexpected comeuppance. The show will be 7 p.m. May 4 and 5, and 2 p.m. May 6. All shows will be at

the Tipp Roller Mill, 225 E. Main St., Tipp City. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for students in K-8. Reservations can be made by calling The Hotel Gallery at 6673696. For more information, check out www.hamitup.org, email ham.itup@yahoo.com or call 410-0138.

Serena says diet change to support Venus not hard autoimmune disease that can cause fatigue and joint pain. But while the new diet has been a big change for Venus, it’s not been that big a deal for Serena, she says. “I’ve always been a better eater than her, even though I’m a lot, lot thicker,” she said, laughing during a recent phone interview. Serena said since she lives with Venus, she is mindful to eat foods that won’t tempt her.

“I don’t want her to come home and see a piece of chicken and be like, ‘Oh, I want it,’ and she can’t have it. It would be like a stumbling block for her,” she added. Both Serena and Venus have been back on the tennis court recently after dealing with health issues. Serena had ankle injuries this year and last year made her return after missing nearly a year because of several health concerns, including

cuts on her feet from glass at a restaurant and clots in her lungs. I’m looking forward to playing, and just playing and being healthy; I haven’t really been healthy in a few years, and I’m just really looking forward to having a chance to play,” she said. “I think right now I am at 100 percent ... I’m really looking forward to continuing this and continuing to be healthy.”

DEAR ABBY: I am curious to learn what your readers do when they receive a gift card for a place where they don’t shop or eat. Some restaurants are located far from where I live, and some stores don’t carry anything I need or want. — GRATEFUL, BUT DEAR ABBY: I have … IN COLUMBUS, started a relationship and OHIO am falling in love. I have known “Willa” for a few DEAR GRATEFUL, years, but we never really I’m printing your BUT: hung out before this. We letter, but I am sure most see eye-to-eye on lots of of my readers would do things. However, the other what I would do and that night she told me she’d is re-gift it to someone had a past relationship with her best guy friend, who would appreciate it “Mike,” whom she refers and use it. to as a “big brother.” I have Dear Abby is written by known him for a year. Abigail Van Buren, also Mike is someone I hang known as Jeanne Phillips, out with. Their fling was and was founded by her eight years ago. Willa also mother, Pauline Phillips. hinted there may be other Write Dear Abby at mutual friends she has www.DearAbby.com or had relations with before me. I don’t care who she’s P.O. Box 69440, Los Angebeen with, but I feel I les, CA 90069.

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Couple celebrates 55th

Larry and Renate Pickering Larry and Renate Pickering of Houston are celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary. They were married May 4, 1957, in Norheim, Germany. The couple have four children, Robert and Sue Pickering of Washington Courthouse,Terry Calvert of Troy, Kathy and Steve Carter of Louisville, Ky., and

Ken and Lisa Pickering of Sidney. They also have six grandchildren. Mr. and Mrs. Pickering have owned Piqua Champion Foundry for more than 35 years. She is a member of St Marys Church. The couple and their children and grandchildren will travel to Germany to renew their vows in July.

Baby news Jeremy Rowland and Tishaunda Simmons of Troy announce the birth of a daughter, Rebekah Elaine Rowland. Rebekah was born at 8:27 p.m. April 9, 2012, at Wilson Memorial Hospital Family Birth Center, Sidney. She weighed 6 pounds 5 ounces and was 19 inches

in length. Rebekah was welcomed home by her big sister, Lynsey Morgan Rowland. Maternal grandparents are Jeff and Sandy Simmons of Piqua and Sarah Cassel of Troy. Paternal grandparents are Bill Lear and Elaine Rowland of Piqua.

Couple celebrates 60th

Tom and Jane Fletcher Tom and Jane Fletcher of St. Paris, will celebrate their 60th anniversary May 10. They were married in Oceanside, Calif., while Tom was stationed at Camp Pendleton while serving in the Marines. They are the parents of four children, Kenneth Fletcher of Cadiz, Ky.,

Sandy and Rob Hard of Galena, Joseph and Barbara Fletcher of Colorado Springs, Colo., and Susan and Dan Duke of Franklin. They have 12 grandchildren and one greatgrandson. Tom retired from Hobart Brothers Co. after working 43 years.

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Casey completes training at Marine Corps Depot Marine Corps Pvt. Jordan T. Casey, son of Kevin J. Casey, of Piqua, recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C. designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and mentally. Casey and fellow recruits began their training at 5 a.

m., by running three miles and performing calisthenics. In addition to the physical conditioning program, Casey spent numerous hours in classroom and field assignments which included learning first aid, uniform regulations, combat water survival, marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat and assorted

weapons training. They performed close order drill and operated as a small infantry unit during field training. Casey and other recruits also received instruction on the Marine Corps’ core values—honor, courage and commitment, and what the core values mean in guiding personal and profes-

sional conduct. Casey and fellow recruits ended the training phase with The Crucible, a 54hour, team evolution culminating in an emotional ceremony in which recruits are presented the Marine Corps Emblem, and addressed as “Marines” for the first time in their careers.

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Marion and Emily (Monnin) Grillot of Russia are celebrating their 65th anwedding niversary. They were married May 3, 1947, at St. Remy Catholic Church in Russia. The Rev. Frank Ratterman was the celebrant for Marion and Emily (Monnin) Grillot the 8:30 a.m. ceremony. great-grandchildren, and They are the parents of four step great-grandchil20 children, Jane Laloge dren. One granddaughter, of Piqua, Sharon and Joe Maria Busse, is deceased. Morelock of Piqua, Jim Marion served as a and Diane of Russia, Bill Navy pilot during World and Connie of Versailles, War II. He farmed and Kathy and Mike Magoto worked many years in diof Russia, Marj and Ken rect sales before retiring. Gaier of Minster, Chuck Emily worked briefly at and Lisa of Fort Loramie, Copeland Corporation beElaine and Greg Bergman fore their marriage and of Versailles, Carolyn and was the cook at St. Remy Phil Eilerman of Fort Lo- Hall from 1976 until retirramie, Emily and Paul ing in 1994. Turner of Fort Loramie, Both enjoy spending Marion and Bonnie of Ver- time with their family. sailles, Anna Cruz of Ver- Marion also enjoys garsailles, Philip and Theresa dening, playing cards, and of Houston, Andy of reading. Emily enjoys geBotkins, Steve of New- nealogy, flower gardening, port, Julie and Dan Knoop and sewing quilts for her of Sidney, Jenny and Andy grandchildren and greatBusse of Russia, Jackie grandchildren. and Tracy Frazier of RusThe couple’s celebration sia, Gina and Mark Hoy- will include Mass at 11 ing of Russia, and Beth a.m. April 29, in St. Remy Bell of Russia. Daughter- Catholic Church in Russia in-law, Becky Grillot, and followed by an open house son-in-law, Donnie Cisco, until 3:30 p.m. at St. are deceased. Remy Hall in Russia They have 76 grand- hosted by their children. children, two step grand- They request gifts be children, 91 omitted.

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JERSEY CITY, New Jersey (AP) — It’s a puzzle, a metaphor and a hit toy — and in a couple of years, the Rubik’s Cube will be a museum exhibition in celebration of its 40th anniversary. The toy’s creator, Erno Rubik, 67, is being honored Friday at a gala at the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City. He has traveled from his native Budapest, Hungary, to help develop the exhibit, which will open in April 2014. The exhibit is scheduled to travel for seven years to design and science museums around the world. Rubik was an architect teaching a class at the Budapest College of Applied Arts in 1974 when he decided to build a cube to teach students about 3D space. He soon realized it could become a hit toy when students and fellow teachers couldn’t put it down. It was mass-marketed in the West in 1980 and

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Brian Brothers Painting and Restoration LLC to Megan Coterman, Douglas Wintrow, a part lot, $85,500. Josephine Miller to Latisha Robinson, one lot, $120,000.

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Diana Rench, Larry Rench to Mark S. Hirtzinger, Patricia Hirtzinger, a part lot, $27,000. Maureen Blankenship, William Blankenship to Amanda M. Welch, one

Lesher Farms LTD., John Richards, Marilyn Richards to Abbott Laboratories, 60 acres, $1,600,000. Estate of Betty Perry, John Pearson, executor, to Ruth Elizabeth Bowers,

Eric Sumpter, Karen Sumpter to PNC Bank, N.A., one lot, $126,000. Dec Land Co. I LLC to Inverness Group, Inc., one lot, $32,000.

one lot, $30,000. Rosewood Creek LLC to Denlinger and Sons Builders Inc., one lot, $54,900.

CONCORD TWP. Fannie Mae a.k.a. Federal National Mortgage Association, Lerner, Sampson, and Rothfuss, attorney in fact to Timothy Myers, one lot, $73,900.

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WASHINGTON TWP. Carol O. Koppey, attorney in fact, A. Oniska Lyons, Lois Neves, attorney in fact to Patricia 8.532 acres, Obara, $90,000.

UNION TWP. Bobbie Beard, Pamela Beard to Clint Magel, Heather Magel, 0.88 acres, $28,000. Estate of Douglas Brubaker to Jean Mattis, $0.

Menus PIQUA CITY SCHOOLS: Monday — Southwestern pizza, fruit juice, tossed salad, applesauce, milk. Tuesday — Hamburger, lettuce, tomato, pickle, french fries, mixed fruit, milk. Wednesday — Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, Goldfish crackers, potato smiles, peaches, milk. Thursday — Chicken fajita with lettuce, cheese and salsa, green beans, pears, milk. Friday — Choice of sandwich, yogurt, baby carrots, fruit cup, bag of cookies, milk.

PIQUA CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: Monday-Friday: Menus not available.

UPPER VALLEY CAREER CENTER: Monday — Seasoned baked fish or hamburger, whole grain brown and wild rice, California blend,

assorted fruit, multi-grain bun or roll, milk. Tuesday — Taco salad or chicken fajita with lettuce, tomato and salsa, refried beans, assorted fruit, milk. Wednesday — Pizza or quesadilla, fresh broccoli and dip, assorted fruit, milk. Thursday — Chicken and noodles or chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, pumpkin custard, multigrain roll, milk. Friday — Grilled cheese or BBQ rib, tomato soup, green beans, assorted fruit, multi-grain bun, milk.

COVINGTON SCHOOLS: Monday — Hot dog, baked beans, fruit juice, milk. Tuesday — Chicken hip dipper, broccoli and cheese, pineapple, Teddy Grahams, milk. Wednesday — Ravioli, cheese cup, green beans, peaches, breadstick, milk. Thursday — Personal pan pizza, corn, baked apples, milk.

Friday — Soft pretzel, ange juice, milk. cheese sauce, yogurt, carThursday — Nachos rots with dip, assorted and cheese with taco fruit, milk. meat, peas, diced pears, milk. Friday — Assorted enMIAMI EAST trees, assorted vegetables, SCHOOLS: assorted fruit, milk. Monday — Sausage egg muffin, hash browns, BRADFORD cheese slice, applesauce, SCHOOLS: milk. Monday — Chicken Tuesday — Macaroni and cheese, mixed vegeta- mashed potato bowl or bles, bread sticks, fruit, peanut butter and jelly, corn, fruit cup, dinner roll, milk. Wednesday — Sand- milk. Tuesday-Friday: Menus wich, soup, crackers, fruit, cookie, cheese stix, milk. not available. Thursday — Broasted chicken, butter bread, VERSAILLES peas, fruit, milk. Friday — Pizza, salad, SCHOOLS: Goldfish, fruit, milk. Monday — Beef and noodles, peanut butter NEWTON bread, mashed potatoes, applesauce, milk. SCHOOLS: Tuesday — Beef burrito Monday — Dinosaur with lettuce and salsa, nuggets, whole wheat din- apple crisp, milk. ner roll, green beans, juice Wednesday — Pizza, bar, milk. peas, pineapple, milk. Tuesday — Corn dog Thursday — Hammins, Goldfish Grahams, burger, fries, peaches, milk. corn, diced peaches, milk. Friday — Macaroni and Wednesday — French cheese, peanut butter toast sticks, sausage pat- bread, green beans, pears, ties, carrots with dip, or- milk.

Marriages Michael Chad Cremeans, 34, of 1 Julian Court, Troy to Starri Nicole Drazer, 24, of same address. Justin Lee Lynn, 18, of 222 N. College St., Piqua to Danielle Marie Elliott, 21, of same address. John Edward Griffiths, 45, of 3180 Magnolia Drive, Troy to Julie Ann Farmer, 47, of same address. Dallas Eugene Taylor, 27, of 1901 Covington Ave., Apt 11, Piqua to Jessica Larrayne Darby, 26, of same address. Brock William Thokey, 27, of 2518 Foxchase Ct. W, Troy to Ashlee Susan Gwin, 24, of same address. Daniel Matthew Hayes, 31, of 775 Comanche Apt. 3, Tipp City to Rebecca Lynn Beatty, 36, of same address. David Lawrence Potter, 73, of 329 S. Church St., New Carlisle to Nancy Ann Fulk, 65, of 5085 Eastland Dr., New Carlisle. John Kenneth Reeves,

29, of 820 E. U.S. Route 36, of Piqua to Sirae LeaAnn Bryant, 30, of same address. Christopher Daniel Kiser, 27, of 612 Whispering Pines Ave., Tipp City to Rebekah Sue Mullens, 24, of 111 Linda Ave., Lucasville, Oh. Christopher Gerald Cook, 31, of 2445 Lupine Ct., Troy to Lara Ann Ellinger, 30, of same address. Gary Alan Raleigh, 27, of 1609 Dover Ave., Piqua to Sandra Lynn Jones, 24, of same address. Orville Odell McGraw, 45, of 107 Morehead, Troy to Penni Darleen Roberds, 41, of same address. John Lynn Wackler, 65, of 6404 State Route 718, Pleasant Hill to Kathleen Ann Strong, 65, of 6 Duerr Drive, West Milton. Mark Anthony Applegate, 27, of 739 Michigan Avenue, Troy to Amber Nicole Burress, 23, of 927 Greenheart Drive, New Carlisle. Matthew James Poeppelman, 23, of 1406 Sev-

ers Drive, Piqua to Katie Lynn Wintrow, 23, of 6290 W. Miami-Shelby Road, Covington. Ryan Patrick Garwood, 22, of 492 Lyle Drive, West Milton to Rachel Ann Gruber, 23, of same address. Carl Wayne Burton, 35, of 309 S. Downing St., Piqua to Trina Nicole Barker, 27, of same address. Jeffrey Scott Moore, 33, of 3236 Gardenia Drive, Troy to Grace Marie Woodward, 29, of 6032 Leycross Drive, Huber Heights. Richard Eugene Hill, 59, of 701 S. Wayne St., Piqua to Diana Lynn Musselman, 50, of same address. Kent David Bryant, 22, of 505 Summitt Ave., Troy to Kaila Jeanne Kinnison, 21, of 747 N. Pearl St., Covington. Robert Joseph Bolton, 40, of 1256 Garbry Road, Apt. 10, Piqua to Susan Marie Barhorst, 42, of same address. Eric Wilder Fullerton,

33, of 1225 S. Mulberry St., Troy to Wendy May Bochenek, 31, of same address. Benjamin Mark Bingamon, 31, of 3130 Honeysuckle Dr., Troy to Stacie Janice Lewis, 27, of same address. Joshua Kent Fosnight, 31, of 6121 Taylorsville Road, Huber Heights to Sarah Anique Ascher, 26, of 1508 Amherst Ave., Piqua. Lancius David Mattieu, 23, of 702 Moody Avenue, Bradford to Amanda Lynn Snavely, 20, of 10794 Kendig Road, New Carlisle. William James Liddy, 56, of 10615 N. Casstown Sidney Road, Piqua to Susan Kay Christian, 55, of 989 Skylark Drive, Troy. Steven Wayne Walker, 26, of 604 N. College St., Piqua to Amanda Marie Elliott, 27, of same address. Seth Ian McKinney, 33, 1800 Nicklin Ave., Piqua to Kristin Nicole Hanson, 32, of same address.

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Knitters spin ‘yarn bombs’ around Toledo Artistic vandals bring kinder, gentler graffiti BY RONEISHA MULLEN Associated Press TOLEDO — Guerrilla knitters are on the loose in Toledo, dropping bombs on the downtown area in the form of crocheted cozies. The woolly street art is popping up on signs and parking meter posts, trees, hand rails, and other public spaces throughout the city. The culprits, known as guerrilla knitters or artistic vandals, see their work as a kinder, gentler form of graffiti. It’s called yarn bombing, and it takes the most matronly crafts knitting and crocheting and transfers them from the comforts of grandma’s rocking chair to the concrete and steel surfaces of urban streets. “I can look at them around the world all day long on the Internet, so why not look at them in our own city too,” said a Toledo area yarn bomber who asked to be identified only by her Facebook moniker, Streetspun. Like most graffiti artists, yarn bombers often tag clandestinely and usually at night, targeting public spaces and surfaces, including signs, trees, statues, even bicycles. Hydrants, lampposts, mailboxes and objects as big as buses and bridges have been bombed in recent years. Locally, yarn bombers have hit trees in front of the Toledo School for the Arts, parking meter posts, and a few other public spaces. About six months ago, Dustin Hostetler, co-owner of Grumpy’s restaurant, noticed that the parking meter in front of the

restaurant had a new look. “It was color coded to match our sign,” Hostetler said. “It’s really cool.” The meter sleeve had been bombed in a red and black yarn cozy. Across the street, another sleeve was tagged with blue and green yarn to match the paint trims on the Village Law Office and Quimby’s At the Park. “Sometimes I already have something in mind and sometimes I decide right before I do it,” said the Toledo yarn bomber. “I also try to maintain them and replace the faded and torn ones too.” Like traditional graffiti, yarn bombing is considered by some communities to be a nuisance and is illegal. In Toledo, it’s welcomed. “We don’t consider it illegal,” said Jen Sorgenfrei, spokesman for Mayor Mike Bell. “It’s been targeted to certain areas of town where it’s appreciated and adds character to the streetscape. We haven’t received any complaints about it. “Our only concern is when it’s done to city trees,” Sorgenfrei added. “The yarn can hold moisture and cause wood rot on the tree stumps. That’s the only reason we would take it down.” Despite its criminal nature in other areas, graffiti knitting is a global phenomenon, with bombers sharing their fuzzy works across the country and worldwide. Culprits use photos and videos to document their creations and upload them to blogs, Web sites, and social networks for all the world to see. Streetspun shares her work through her Facebook page, Streetspun Yarnbombing. On the page, she posts pictures of her latest works and that of bombers from all over the world.

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Familiar face brings family dining brought to village BY SHERYL ROADCAP For the Daily Call editorial@dailycall.com BRADFORD — The village of Bradford now has a new friend — or business in an old, familiar face — John Hershey, owner of recently opened The Hershey Bar and Grill at 118 E. Main St. Hershey grew up and graduated from Bradford High School and says that his father even still lives on the same farm he grew up on just outside of town. Hershey said he and his wife, Kim, are “committed to bringing a family restaurant that contributes to the small town atmosphere of Bradford and the surrounding communities.” “I even put it on the sign out front; I emphasize family restaurant. I want to make sure after football games this is the place where football players come, and their parents. I want it to be the family place. That’s the whole goal, to keep it a family restaurant. Yeah, it’s a bar and grill — you can’t take away the fact that it’s a bar, but you can still emphasize family values and family orientation. And as long as you instill that in, and work hard to keep that, it’ll stay,” Hershey said. Opening The Hershey Bar and Grill has been a bit of a homecoming for Hershey. In fact, he is quick to recognize the generous support that his new business has received from the Bradford community, saying that it has been welcomed with “open-arms,” and that he felt great when the restaurant was “swamped” on

their opening day. The bar and grill officially opened Feb. 3, but held their grand opening Friday, Apr. 20, with anticipation of many old friends’ help to celebrate the exciting occasion, including the presence of two long-time friends in particular — State Representatives Richard Adams and Jim Buchy. “These two are kind of special to me, I mean, I know them very well. Dr. Adams, I’ve known him the majority of my life, and he is the state representative for this area. And Jim Buchy, I’ve known most of my adult life, and he’s a friend of the family and knows our kids,” said Hershey of his friendship with the two representatives. Being a two-time prior bar/bar and grill owner, Hershey is confident that with his experience he has a good read of what is good and what people do or do not like. He has several specialties, one of which — namely, the recipe for his secret pizza sauce — he has only recently divulged to his wife. “I’ve never told anybody how to make it. I only just told my wife a couple of weeks ago. If something, God forbid, should happen to me, she would need to make the pizzas the same. All the employees have specific instructions that if the pizza sauce gets low, they are to call me immediately. You know, a secret is only a secret, I mean, if you tell one person, it’s no longer a secret,” Hershey said. Other than the growing popularity in their pizzas, Hershey said that their most popular item is the ‘famous Hersh Burger

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John Hershey stands outside his newly opened Hershey Bar and Grill in Bradford. His goal is to make his restaurant ‘the’ place to go for family-oriented fun in Bradford. Deluxe,’ which is a three-quarter pound, fresh ground-chuck burger (never frozen) on a toasted pretzel bun. He notes that their chicken chunks are very popular, and that they have a generous thickness to their tenderloins, large fish sandwiches and always fresh-cut french-fries that they are happy to deliver, among any other menu item, Thursday through Sunday to a fairly wide area.

Local Piqua business expands PIQUA — Westcon Industries is expanding their operations to the Sherry Industrial Park in Piqua to meet increased demand in the oil and gas industry. The company recently acquired a 35,000-squarefoot manufacturing plant to meet additional requirements for their welding services. Currently, Westcon supplies 95 percent of the piping for the fracking plants in North Dakota and they are bidding on projects in the Utica Shale areas of Ohio. In addition to the fracking industry, Westcon also services the food and pharmaceutical business with piping.

Chad McKay who manages the Piqua operation reports that employment at his Piqua plant grew from 15 employees in 2011 and more than doubled to 40 in 2012, with anticipation of having 80 in 2013. In addition, more than 225 employees are in field servicing customers. McKay said one of the biggest challenges for his firm is hiring quality welders. Many of his employees commute from Tennessee and Kentucky. Tim Echemann with Industrial Property Brokers represented both parties in the transaction. Echemann stated that Westcon was fortunate to find the right size

building with the necessary power needed and located near Westcon’s existing operations. The company will continue to operate out of their 40,000-square-foot facility in Piqua in addition to the new location in the Sherry Industrial Park. Industrial Property Brokers is a premier full service real estate company offering sales, leasing, investment analysis, tenant representation, and property management throughout Western Ohio and Eastern Indiana.The company is located at 213 N. Ohio Ave., Sidney. For additional information, visit www.industrialproperty.biz or call 492-4423.

Upcoming Edison SBDC Workshop PIQUA — The Small Business Development Center at Edison Community College is sponsoring a free Buying/Selling a Business Workshop from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, May 3. When acquiring an existing business or selling an existing business; don’t get caught in the rush. Pre-planning is the key to a successful transition and this

comes from considering all your options before you get to the table. This workshop will trigger your thought process and put considerations in front of you that you don’t want to miss before you get to the numbers; i.e., seller assisted financing, regulatory considerations, defining what’s included in the sale/purchase, qualified buyers, non-com-

pete and confidentiality agreements, and more. Presented by Jerry Alexander, director of the Edison SBDC. This workshop will be held in room 057 at the Edison Community College Main Campus located at 1973 Edison Drive in Piqua, Ohio. For further information or to register, contact the Edison SBDC at 381-1525.

“I wanted to give Bradford its own place. Every town has a place: Ansonia has the Whistle Stop, New Madison has Red & Ruth’s, Versailles has Creek-Side, and now Bradford has The Hershey Bar. If I can help the economy out by putting five people to work and helping five families bring some income in, it’s a small part, but I feel like that’s the way America was built, on small businesses. And so, if I can put a few people to work and help put food

in the kids’ mouths, I mean, to me, I’m doing my part. It beats sitting at home and wishing you did,” Hershey said. The Hershey Bar and Grill plans to host a band monthly, with the band Classified playing the evening of May 5. The bar and grill is open Sunday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 a.m. and can be reached for more information at www.letseat.at/thehersheybarandgrill or at (937) 448-2226.

McNeil named to Best Lawyer® and Super Lawyer®lists PIQUA — William B. McNeil, senior member of the Piqua law firm of McCulloch, Felger, Fite & Gutmann Co., L.P.A. is listed in the 2012 edition of the Best Lawyers in America® and was again designated as one of Ohio’s Super Lawyers® for 2012. McNeil is listed in the Best Lawyers in America in the Trust and Estate practice area. He has been named in all prior editions since 1999. McNeil was named in the Estate Planning/Trusts practice area of Super Lawyers® and has been since its incep-

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Leading manufacturer announces key additions to leadership team established an aggressive growth strategy for the next five year period that generated the need to expand the management team,” said Greg Blankenship, president. “Our strategic planning process has identified new markets that provide an opportunity for substantial growth for our plastic spool and reel products, therefore we have added experienced executive talent in operations, finance

and sales. This expanded leadership team will enhance our ability to continue to provide a high level of customer service and quality products for all of our customers and future customers.” Joining the leadership team is Pat Kiernan, vice president, operations; Mike Koon, vice president, finance; and Vince Reidy, vice president, sales. Kiernan will oversee all of the company’s manufacturing operations. Kiernan with more than 20 years of experience in the Measuring the economy: How do we know if the rebounded at a 6 percent or higher rate for a few economy is growing or shrinking? The government quarters. But since the Great Recession ended in June manufacturing inestimates changes in U.S. gross domestic product, or 2009, the best rate has been 3.9 percent in the first dustry, most of his GDP, every quarter. GDP is the broadest measure of quarter of 2010. the output of all goods and services — everything from As a result, the economy is only slowly repairing the experience comes auto manufacturing to health care services. damage done by the recession. The U.S. produced $13.3 trillion of goods and services, at an from New United What it shows: The government will annual rate, in the fourth quarter of 2007. Motors Manufacissue its first estimate of growth in the It wasn’t until the third quarter of last year January-March quarter on Friday. that the economy returned to its turing Inc. (joint Economists forecast that the economy pre-recession size. And the unemploygrew at an annual rate of 2.5 percent. ment rate is much higher than the 5 venture between That’s down from the fourth quarter’s percent rate when the recession started Toyota and General pace of 3 percent. in December 2007. A growth rate of either 2.5 percent or Motors) where he 3 percent would be considered good when the economy Why it matters: Economic growth is the foundation for is healthy. But with 12.7 million people unemployed, most of the economic trends Americans care about. served as assistant faster growth is needed to increase hiring. One rule of Besides jobs, strong growth also tends to boost wages, thumb is that the economy needs to grow roughly 4 corporate profits and the stock market. general manager. percent for a full year to push down the unemployment In the capacity of rate, currently 8.2 percent, by a full point. What’s next: Over the next two months, the governIt’s not uncommon after a deep recession for the ment will issue two updated estimates of growth for the vice president, fieconomy to grow robustly. In some cases, GDP has January-March quarter. nance, Koon will GDP growth has been weak since the Great Recession ended in June 2009. manage all finanest. 6% Great Recession 2.5% cial functions of the 4 2 company. Koon has 0 been in the manu-2 Seasonally adjusted annual -4 facturing industry rate, percent change from -6 previous quarter more than 30 years -8 -10 with a demon2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Christopher S. Rugaber • AP Sources: Bureau of Economic Analysis strated record of successful accom-

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agencies, all city signs that do not meet a reflectivity standard will have to be replaced. Such testing can only be done at night and requires special equipment, along with it being a cost to the city. The department also operates a compost facility, maintains 13 miles of bike path and used 20,654 gallons of fuel in 2011 at a cost of $73,561. Looking ahead for the Engineering department will be phase II and III of 25-A, and a Main Street streetscape. The department can also assist with numerous permits, from dumpster to handicap parking, sanitary sewer taps to storm water. Streets and Park Departments include pool memberships, parks rental reservations, purchase of mulch and compost.

showcasing the many aspects of the departments and high-lighting their most recent projects. Some of which have been made possible thanks to $9 million in Federal and State grants for street urban renewal over the past 10 years. Projects the departments have tackled include the 1,000 feet of stream restoration at Echo Hills Golf Course, yearly street resurfacing, intersection and well-water studies, 25-A Phase I reconstruction and the Ash Street corridor. The latter drew considerable interest from academicians, as they toured the engineering department and had the opportunity to look over plans for the corridor currently under construction. With questions covering structures that were or will be torn Government academicians down, to time frames and straightening the well-known will next visit the water and jog in the street, the group stormwater departments. turned their interest from the Ash Street Corridor to that of Pitsenbarger Park. There, Doug Harter, street superintendent, explained how his department is responsible for numerous tasks that include mowing over 1,000 PIQUA — Development acres. And if members were en- program manager Bill Lutz thusiastic about the chance to announced a new program to work the John Deere mowers, government academy stuthey were certainly eager when dents Wednesday. given a unique opportunity to Next Door will be a social drive a plow through strategi- networking site open only to cally placed cones to represent Piqua residents, making it narrow city streets. the first community in the This peek into a road crew’s state to have such a program. multiple tasks during a snow “The whole point of Next event was to show academicians Door is to get neighbors to the laborious challenge of snow know their neighbors,” said removal and dropping over 250 Lutz. “And have an easy and tons of salt on city streets. convenient way for all of you Other interesting facts pre- to communicate about sented to the group by Harter things.” explained how the Streets and There is no cost to be a Parks Department is responsible part of the program and for for 3,031 signs in the city, all that those interested, contact will need to be tested before the Lutz at: blutz@piquaoh.org end of the year due to a Federal The program will be ofmandate. fered city-wide May 5. Imposed on all government

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This Piqua “East Ash Street Construction” cake is just one of many that were up for bid at the Piqua Community Foundation’s Cakes for a Cause event at Miami Valley Centre Mall on Friday. The cake, submitted by the mall employees, won the People’s Choice award.

Robotics teams announced INDEPENDENCE, Ind. — Indiana will once again host mayhem in the ring when robot gladiators collide at the 2012 National Robotics League (NRL) Championships at the Circle Centre Mall in Indianapolis on May 56, the National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA) announced recently. NTMA created the NRL, a robot combat competition, to introduce a new generation of Americans to manufacturing. This is the second year in a row that the National Championships will be held in Indianapolis. The following schools have currently qualified for the 2012 NRL Championships:Bloomsburg Area High School – Bloomsburg , Penn. Cambridge Springs High School – Cambridge Springs, Penn.Centerville High School – CentervilleConneaut Lake High School – Conneaut Lake, Penn.Dunwoody College of Technology – Minneapolis, Minn.Milford High School – MilfordNorth St. Paul High School – Maplewood, Minn.Plum Senior High School – Plum, Penn.Prosser

Career Education Center – New Albany, Ind.Slinger High School – Slinger, Wisc.Somerset County Technology Center – Somerset, Penn.Springboro High School – SpringboroThe Pennsylvania

State University- University Park – University Park, Penn.University of South Florida – Tampa, Fla.Upper Valley Career Center – PiquaWright State University – DaytonWright State University – Lake Campus – Celina NTMA founded the NRL to help change misperceptions about manufacturing and attract a new generation of students to well-paying technical careers.The program partners teams of middle school,

high school, and post-secondary school students with local NTMA manufacturers to work together to build robots designed to do battle. The result is not only a destruction-driven face-off of incredible machines, but also an opportunity to develop high-tech skills and cultivate the interest of a new generation of students who will determine the future of manufacturing. The National Championship matches will feature student teams who have competed in NRL-sanctioned competitions across the U.S. Clashes begin Saturday, May 5 with preliminary rounds followed by quarterfinals, semi-finals and final rounds that will take place through Sunday, May 6. Circle Centre Mall in located at 49 West Maryland St. in Indianapolis. Media can register for the event by contacting Caitlin Andrews at 202-828-7637 or caitlin.andrews@bgllp.com. For additional information, visit the NRL website at www.gonrl.org. For additional information on NTMA, visit www.ntma.org.

Museum to host railway trip BRADFORD — The Bradford OH 45308. For further informaRailroad Museum is hosting a tion call Vickroy at 448-2844 or trip to Cuyahoga Scenic Rail- Gloria Shafer at 448-2185. way. The trip will be by deluxe motorcoach to Independence, leaving the Bradford RR Museum Parking lot at 7 a.m. June 9. The trip will include an hour and half train ride thru Cuyahoga Valley National Park, a stop for supper at the Golden Corral in Mansfield on the way back to Bradford, returning at approximately 9 p.m. The cost is $85 for adults and $75 for children, The cost includes motorcoach fare, train ride, and supper. Send check made out to Bradford Railroad Museum and mail to Sue Vickroy, 312 North Miami Ave., Bradford,

Capital Continued from page 1 I-75.” Thompson graciously thanked the American Legion for their hospitality over the last several years and said the mall has “bent over backward” to accommodate the needs of organization, which transports veterans to Washington, D.C. so they can to visit various war monuments, including the World War II monument. This year’s send-off begins with a ceremony at the mall at 8 a.m. in the food court area. Veterans going on the trip are urged to arrive at approximately 7 a.m. This year’s ceremony will feature the NationalAnthem sung by Cheri Roeth, whose father attended the last trip. “It would be an honor to sing at the send off,” Roeth

stated in a press release.“My dad so enjoyed his trip.” Veterans and their guests will board the buses afterward and receive a police escort to the highway, but not before driving by the Piqua High School and the Upper Valley Career Center, where students and faculty will be out waving flags and holding signs. This year’s trip will formally be dedicated to Ron and Rosalie Young. Ron, a World War II veteran, and Rosalie have served as committee members for many years. “They have been been instrumental in all facets of our work, including fund raising, trip planning and attending past trips to assist our veterans,” Thompson said. “Their work has been immeasurable and has provided a num-

ber of opportunities for veterans throughout Miami County to visit Washington, D.C. to see their memorials honoring their service.” This year’s trip will honor 32 veterans from all branches of service, and will have veterans from World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Veterans going on the trip represent all the communities of Miami County. Thompson invited anyone who has never been to a send off ceremony to attend the event. “They truly are heroes,” Thompson said. “They all gave something up to be able to serve this country.” Planning for the 11th trip is already underway and the send off for that upcoming event is slated for Sept. 2830.

2012 Junior golf program being offered PIQUA — Echo Hills Golf Course is offering a Junior Golf Program. Registration begins May 4 and is limited to the first 100 participants. The program is for boys and girls ages 10 to 17 and the cost is $30. The program will start Wednesday, June 13 and continue for six weeks. The time is from 811 a.m., times will vary

due to age groups. Echo Hills will provide equipment or you can bring your own clubs. Golf or tennis shoes are required. The objectives for the program are to teach golf history and traditions, to encourage the expansion of friendships and social skills, to expose the positive values that golfing

situations can provide, to offer the opportunity to learn from capable and responsible adults and to provide the opportunity to play the game of golf for the sake of having fun and not just for an award or title, but remembering every game has its rules. Registration forms can be found on the city’s website and Facebook page.

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Part time and full time Customer Service Associate positions available at our Piqua location. Sales experience preferred but not necessary. Applicants must have retail, and cash handling skills. Great Pay & Benefits! Please apply at:

Looking for Part-time MAINTENANCE ENGINEER

Must have two years experience with strong knowledge of CNC operation and machine set-ups, as well as the ability to read blue prints and work in a team environment. Excellent wages and benefits available with a pleasant work environment.

HOUSEKEEPER

PO Box 523 2031 Commerce Dr. Sidney, Ohio 45365

Please apply in person at: The Comfort Inn 987 East Ash St Piqua, Ohio 45356

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Attention Recruiter Area Energy & Electric, Inc. 2001 Commerce Dr. Sidney, OH 45365 EOE

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If you have questions regarding scams like these or others, please contact the Ohio Attorney General’s office at (800)282-0515.

Champaign Residential Services has part-time openings available in Miami (Englewood, Tipp City, Troy, Piqua), Shelby, and Darke Counties for caring people who would like to make a difference in the lives of others. Various hours are available, including mornings, evenings, weekends and overnights. Paid training is provided. Requirements: a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid drivers license, proof of insurance and a criminal background check

CRSI has immediate openings for a Program Specialist in Miami County. Responsibilities include supervision, service coordination and operation of designated programming and services for individuals with Developmental Disabilities. Must have experience with community agencies providing services appropriate for individuals with DD and ensure that all standards and regulations are met. Position requires a minimum of 4 years experience with an Associate’s Degree in Special Ed, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitation, Human Development, Nursing, Developmental Disabilities or other related field.

business finance sales & marketing advertising administrative full-time part-time and more!

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WANTED WANTED We are looking for drivers to deliver the Troy Daily News on Daily, Sundays, holidays and on a varied as needed basis.

Drivers must have: Valid drivers license Reliable transportation State minimum insurance

Please call 937-440-5263 or 937-440-5260 and leave a message with your name, address and phone number. Your phone call will be returned in the order in which it is received. 2275825

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Must be experienced in all phases of installing underground utilities and piping, must have CDL, must be able operate backhoe, mini excavator, skid loader, and trencher. Electrical and plumbing experience is a plus but not required. Top pay and benefit package.

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NOW HIRING Crosby Trucking is hiring Regional drivers needed in the Sidney, Ohio Terminal. • O/O's welcome. O/O's get 75% linehaul costs, and 100% fuel surcharge. O/O get fuel discount program. • Drivers are paid weekly • Drivers earn 36cents per mile for empty and loaded miles on dry freight, 38cents per mile for store runs and 41 cents per mile for reefer and curtainside freight. • No Hazmat. • Full Insurance package • Paid vacation. • 401K savings plan. • 95% no touch freight. • Compounding Safety Bonus Program. • Drivers are paid bump dock fees for customer live loads and live unloads.

To apply, call 937-335-6974 or stop our office at 405 Public Square, Troy OH. Applications are available online at

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How big is the trucking industry? The trucking companies, warehouses and private sector in the U.S. employs an estimated 8.9 million people employed in trucking-related jobs; nearly 3.5 million were truck drivers. Of this figure UPS employs 60,000 workers and 9% are owner operators. LTL shippers account for around 13.6 percent of America's trucking sector.

How many trucks operate in the U.S.? Estimates of 15.5 million trucks operate in the U.S. Of this figure 2 million are tractor trailers.

How many truckers are there? It is an estimated over 3.5 million truck drivers in the U.S. Of that one in nine are independent, a majority of which are owner operators. Canada has in excess of 250,000 truck drivers.

How many trucking companies are there in the U.S.?

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Estimates of over 500,000 companies in the U.S. Of that figure 96% operate 28 or fewer while 82% operate 6 or fewer trucks.

How many miles does the transportation industry transports good in a year? In 2006 the transportation industry logged 432.9 billion miles. Class 8 trucks accounted for 139.3 billion of those miles, up from 130.5 billion in 2005

What is the volume of goods transported by the trucking industry?

The United States economy depends on trucks to deliver nearly 70 percent of all freight transported annually in the U.S., accounting for $671 billion worth of manufactured and retail goods transported by truck in the U.S. alone. Add $295 billion in truck trade with Canada and $195.6 billion in truck trade with Mexico .

DRIVERS WANTED CDL CDL Class Class A A

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CDL Grads may qualify Class A CDL required Great Pay & Benefits! Call Jon Basye at:

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$1000 Sign On Bonus Home Most Nights Monthly Safety Bonus

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LAST CHANCE $2,000 SIGN ON BONUS $1,000 first wheel; $1,000 at 90 days!!

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RN Supervisor Full time 3rd shift

Migrant Seasonal Head Start agency seeking candidates for • Child Development Advocate • Infant/Toddler Teachers • Teacher Aides • Bus Aides • Cook Aides at our New Carlisle and/or Piqua, Ohio centers: Please visit us at www.tmccentral.org or call 800-422-2805 for a list of positions by center. Cover Letter, Resume and Official Copy of Transcripts can be emailed to hrohio@mail.tmccentral.org

or mailed to: TMC Ohio C/O Human Resources 601 North Stone Street Fremont, Ohio 43420 TMC is an EEOE

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We are a machine tool rebuilder and repair service company for metal cutting machinery industry, We are rapidly growing and currently looking to fill the following positions. REPAIR TECHNICIAN Ambitious person with good mechanical knowledge, general machining ability and willing to learn the rebuilding trade. GENERAL CLEAN-UP PERSON Job will include parts cleaning, general inside shop cleaning and vehicle cleaning. MMR: offers competitive wages, benefits, uniforms, and a great work environment.

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Upper Valley Career Center Position Announcement: Administrative Assistant

UVCC is seeking a motivated person to provide administrative support to the district Treasurer & Director of Business Operations. Applicant must be a self starter who can multi-task and problem solve. Candidate would be responsible for preparing financial reports for the district Treasurer as well as updating and maintaining employee records, administration of benefits and preparation of budgetary documents along with various additional responsibilities. Interested candidates can apply on the Dayton Area School Consortium by visiting www.uppervalleycc.org

and selecting the employment link.

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or by mail to: Master Machine Rebuilders, Inc. P.O. Box 32 701 W. Monroe St. New Bremen, OH 45869 Website: www.mastermachine rebuilders.com Phone (419)629-2025 Fax (419)629-3608

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(937)216-5806 EversRealty.net 2 BEDROOM in Troy, Stove, refrigerator, W/D, A/C, very clean, no pets. $525. (937)573-7908 $585, PIQUA'S Finest, all brick, 2 bedroom apartment, attached garage, appliances, CA, (937)492-7351 COVINGTON 2 bedroom townhouse, $495. No Pets. (937)698-4599, (937)572-9297.

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PIQUA, 2 bedroom, freshly painted, new carpet, no pets. $550 plus deposit (937)773-6385 PIQUA, 2 bedroom (possible 3), 1.5 bath, washer/ dryer hookup. New windows, $550 month, No Metro. (937)773-0452

Please send resume by email to: mmr@nktelco.net

Full Time We are looking for an exceptional person to add to our Life Enrichment Team. This position assists in planning, coordinating, and evaluating resident activities. We prefer someone with at least two years experience in planning and coordinating resident programming, and experience with dementia and Alzheimer's. We need someone with a lot of energy, a positive attitude, and the willingness go the extra mile to enrich the lives of our residents. An associates degree in a related field is preferred. Weekends required. Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. Please apply in person: Sterling House/ Clare Bridge of Troy 81 S. Stanfield Road Troy, OH 45373

SpringMeade HealthCenter, a 99 bed Long Term Care facility has a rare job opportunity for an experienced full time, 3nd shift, RN Supervisor, with long term care experience and leadership experience. If you would like to be considered for this position, please stop in and fill out an application at SpringMeade HealthCenter 4375 South County Rd. 25A Tipp City, Ohio 45371 6 miles North of Dayton

TROY, 2 bedroom townhomes, 1.5 baths, 1 car garage, ca, w/d hook up, all appliances, $695

SERVERS BUSSERS & BANQUET SERVERS Experienced Help Needed Full-Time Closed on Mondays Apply in person at: TROY COUNTRY CLUB 1830 Peters Rd., Troy,OH www.troycc.com

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RN, MDS-3 Nurse SpringMeade HealthCenter is currently seeking an experienced RN, MDS-3 Nurse with excellent communication skills with facility directors, nursing and STNA staff, and most importantly our Residents. We Offer: • Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance • 401-K • Life Insurance

DRIVERS WANTED JOHNSRUD TRANSPORT, a food grade liquid carrier is seeking Class A CDL tank drivers from the Sidney/Piqua/Troy area. Home flexible weekends. 5 years driving experience required. Will train for tank. Great Pay and Benefit Package. For further info, call Jane @ 1-888-200-5067

If you want to work with the leader of quality long term care, please apply.

FLEET MECHANIC

SpringMeade HealthCenter 6 miles North of Dayton 4375 S County Rd 25-A Tipp City, Ohio 45371 937-667-7500

Continental Express Inc. has immediate need for a Mechanic for day shift. Will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi tractors and/or trailers. Must be mechanically inclined, dependable and have own tools. Experience on tractor trailers preferred but not required.

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PIQUA, large 1 bedroom, upstairs, w/d hookup, carpeted, appliances, utilities included, no pets, (937)552-7006. PIQUA, SM to share rent/utilities monthly. Very reasonable. No pets, no drugs. (937)214-2894 Leave message STUDIO EFFICIENCY, $429 monthly, Includes all utilities, (937)778-0524 TROY TOWNHOUSE, 2 Bedroom 1.5 bath. Stephenson Drive. $495 month, (937)216-4233. WEST MILTON Townhouse. 2 Bedroom 1.5 bath. $485 month plus deposit (937)216-4233

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r SALE HOME fo in .com that work 320 Houses for Rent 2, 3 & 4 BEDROOM houses available, Piqua, $ 5 5 0 - $ 7 5 0 , (937)778-9303 days, (937)604-5417 evenings. PIQUA, 2 bedroom, north end, $550 month, +deposit. (937)606-2023 or (937)214-0039 TROY, 1542 Beekman, 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, appliances, no pets. $775 + deposit. Call (937)506-8319

Must have some flexibility in work hours, be highly selfmotivated and have superb ethics. Valid Ohio RN license required. Exp w/psychotropic meds preferred. $29/hr plus $100/wk on-call plus mileage. If interested in an employer that genuinely cares for its employees, please call Ken at

We offer: • Competitive Pay & Benefits • Uniforms • 401k with match • Direct Deposit • Vacation and Holiday Pay Interested candidates can contact Mark at 800/497-2100, forward a resume to mgoubeaux@ceioh.com or apply in person at:

Miami County Public Health: Part time 21 hours a week. work in well child, prenatal, family planning, immunizations. RN required, BSN and previous experience preferred. Call: Sandra Lutz (937)573-3506 E.O.E.

MACHINISTS TOOLS, large selection. Toolboxes, surface plate, height stand, mics, indicators, too much too list. Will separate. (937)726-5761 RIDING MOWER, Craftsman, Briggs & Stratton, 24 horsepower, VTwin, 42" cut, utility trailer. Oak bar stools, sofa, like new. (937)773-3498 WALKER folds and adjusts, tub/shower benches, commode chair, toilet riser, grabbers, canes, Elvis items, collector dolls, doll chairs, more (937)339-4233

10450 State Route 47 Sidney, Ohio 45365

OTR DRIVERS IMMEDIATE OPENING ✓Hauling Bulk Commodities in Hopper Bottom Trailers ✓Delivering Bagged Feed via Van trailers ✓New Performance Pay Package ✓Pd Medical Insurance ✓401k ✓Holiday&Vacation Pay ✓Class A- 2 yr. experience required Ask for Steve Garber Ag Freight, Inc Mon. - Fri. 800-742-4884

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305 Apartment 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom, Houses & Apts. SEIPEL PROPERTIES Piqua Area Only Metro Approved (937)773-9941 9am-5pm Monday-Friday

CHIHUAHUA AKC, male, 7 Years old good stud dog $50.00 Short Haired Tan. Call (937)448-0522. DOG HOUSE custom built for large dogs, custom built dog deck, 100 ft chain link fence, $500, (937)606-0044 POMERANIAN PUPPIES, for sale, 13 weeks, 2 males, 5 females, have shots, (937)916-5931 leave message, will show after 7pm

590 Tool and Machinery TOOLS for start-up shop. 13 hand power tools, numerous small hand tools, tool boxes, 8 drawer steel cabinet, levels, squares, sawhorses, ladders, shovels, maddox, axe, numerous sizes of screws, nails, bolts. Much, much more. One price $600. (937)448-0717

592 Wanted to Buy COINS WANTED: Cash in a flash for coin collections, precious metals, currency, money-coin related items, (937)878-8784

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ANNA 12999 Co Rd 25A. (south edge of Anna. formerly located at 10333 Co Rd 25A) Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8am-5pm. LARGE BARN SALE! John Deere zero turn mower, large amount of new and used tools, new and used tool boxes, new and used bicycles, garden tools, antiques, collectibles, clothes, new Next Mega-Lite 21-speed bike, microwave, Dooney & Burke purses, Gymboree- Aeropostle- Justice clothes infant-teen sizes, lots of miscellaneous! ANNA COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE! Sales in and outside of Anna. Friday 9-6, Saturday 8-2. Dressers, couches, grandfather clock, antique mirror and hanging light, Rainbow sweepers, end/coffee tables, flute, saxophone, electric keyboard, car seats, Swin biker trailer/jogger, 4 wheeler, foosball and pool table, lawn mowers, gator, pontoon boat, live pheasants, flowers and plants. COVINGTON, 3815 Rench Road, Friday, 10am-6pm, Saturday, 9am-5pm, Sunday Noon-5pm. Barn Sale! Country/ primitive home decor. LUDLOW FALLS, 7893 Fenner Rd, Friday 10-5, Saturday 9-4, Queen bedroom suite, Crib, toddler bed, highchair, kids clothes, much more! MCCARTYVILLE, 13465 Renee Drive, Thursday, Friday, 8am-4pm, Saturday, 8am-Noon. EVERYTHING MUST GO! Grandfather clock, pool table, 50s style table set, chairs, vintage games, antique dishes, electric power tools, bookcases, bed, lamps, lots of clean miscellaneous.

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PLEASANT HILL 8 N. Church St. (first block west of monument on right), Fri. & Sat. 9-4, Baby clothes boys 6 months to 3T, craft items, scrapbooking, high chair, stroller and other baby items, girl clothes size 1 to 14, and lots of misc. SIDNEY, 10900 Scott Rd, (North off of 29 West) Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 8am-3pm. INSIDE! Affordable perennial plants. Award winning daylily, hosta, fern, sedum, iris, anemone, aster, astilbe, coneflower, coreopsis, rudbeckia, shastadaisy, salvia, yarrow, helemium, others.

TROY, 23 Dronfield, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 10am-4pm. Household goods, lots of miscellaneous, too much to list.

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3 Bedrm House, living rm, kit, full bath, Full basement, 2 car gararge. Owner has the right to accept or reject any bids, selling as is. Terms: $2,000.00 day of auction balance due within 39 days.

OPEN HOUSES Wed May 9 &16

“The Fantastic’’ TIFFIN FLEA MARKET “The Largest Flea Market in Northwestern Ohio’’ SENECA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Sponsor: Jr. Fair Foundation

6-7:30pm or by appointment

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PLEASANT HILL, 208 South Main Street, April 26-28, 8am-5pm. Three Family Sale! Children's clothes boy/ girl baby-size 6, adult clothes, household items, tools, work bench and much more!

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TILLER, ECONO Horse,Troy built, 1999 used little $675, also Stihl FS44 brush cutter, $100. (937)615-9592

PIQUA, 3224 Sioux Drive, Thursday & Friday, 8am-5pm, Multi-Family Furniture, TVs, clothing, movies, Wii games, playstation2 and games, toys, various Craftsman tools . Home decor, prom dresses, golf equipment, aerator, pack-n-play, luggage and more.

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2 BEDROOM, in Covington, park owner will finance. (937)473-5165

JOHN DEERE X340 riding mower. Like new, only 40 hours used. Striping kit and tire chains included. $4250. (937)552-9553

PIQUA, 3045 Snyder Rd. Saturday Only, 8am-1pm. Horse tack, bridal's, blankets, and saddles, dressers, table and chairs, bed frame, snare drum, household items, and garden items.

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430 Mobile Homes for Sale

570 Lawn and Garden

555 Garage Sales/Yard Sales

WE PAY cash for your old toys! Star Wars, GI Joes, He-Man, Transformers and much more. (937)638-3188.

For Sale

Continental Express Inc.

419.339.9765

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CRIB, real wood, good condition, $75 (937)339-4233

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PT Nurse MPA Services provides Supported Living services to individuals with MRDD. We are accepting applications for a PT Nurse (16hrs/wk.) Primary duties include teaching medication training classes, advocate to physicians, review incident reports, 24/7 on-call, annual inhome visits to clients in Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, Darke, Shelby, Miami and Logan counties.

CRIB Complete, cradle, playpen, pack-n-play, car seat, tub, gate, blankets, clothes, TY buddys, Boyd care bears, Disney animated phones (937)339-4233

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CEMETERY PLOTS, 2 at Forest Hills Cemetery in Piqua. $800 save $150 off current price! Call (937)418-3021.

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• August 18-19 • Sept. 8-9 & 29-30 • Oct. 13-14

Flea Market Manager, P.O. Box 297, Tiffin, OH 44883 Phone (419) 447-9613 Email: fleamarket@tiffinfm.com Website: www.tiffinfleamarket.com

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Saturday, May 5, 10am 1837 E. Snyder Rd Piqua, OH 45356 4 acre lot w/ 2 story 1600+ sq. ft. house, 3 barns, country! 4-5 Bedrms, basement, 1.5 baths, enclosed frt/back porches, refreshed kitchen, Call or See Auctionzip.com for terms/details; “34 - 5 window Master Chevy Coupe fenders, heater, gas tank, frt end; JD 2010 Tractor w/loader; 5’ Bush Hog 3pt; 12’ flat bd trailer; Woods zero turn F23 Mow-N-Machine (ln); Oliver 88 skirts; lawn trailer; 40” roller: Polaris 2x4 Trailblazer 250, Bombardier Rally;Yamaha 22” high, gas; Golden, Elvis, Walt Disney, other 45’s, Elvis /other album; old J.Deere/ other tractor manuals; Service Man’s cap; dolls; p-knives; ladies watches; glassware; horse collars; school desk; old oak rocker; W&D, corner hutch; drum table; microw.; bookshelf; chests, 1 Tall Boy w/mirror; desk/chr; Furniture; patio set; Spa Tech Jacuzzi ST660H; Sun Quest Pro 24RS tanning bed; Tools-Misc: hand-garden-power tools; machinist tools; 20” semi tires; fair box; m-cycle helmets; Christmas; wire/panels; hay maul fork; livestock misters; endless belt; coolers; chains/boomers; ratchet straps; hitch parts; lg lot of car care items; chainsaws. Julie Krieger Owner Tim Landis Auctioneer/Larry Martino Realtor Prudential One Details, Terms, Pix @auctionzip.com #3859 937-526-4402 Larry@larrymartino.com 2279473

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Wait for that grand opening looks, or 3) waiting to shop until the store reopens, brightly illuminated with spacious aisles, and decorated to get your attention? Can you see the difference? Most buyers want to purchase a home matching their mental picture of their dream homes -now. Real estate agents want to show homes that will please their buyers - now. Once you've decided to sell your home, get sound advice from your real estate professional about needed repairs. Prepare a written list, and complete every item before the "For Sale" sign goes up. Now you can showcase your home to buyers, and have your agent to take pictures of your beautiful home. The buyers will see only the positives, and you will benefit from a quicker sale best the best possible price. However, keep in mind that every day your home is not on the market, you are invisible to those buyers. So, get your repairs completed as quickly as possible!

Kathy Henne Re/Max Finest When homes need some fix-up and repairs to prepare them for buyers, but when should they be done? Should showings be delayed until the house is in "model-home" condition? For the answers, consider a scenario of a department store during renovations that puts up "Excuse Our Dust" sings. Which would impress you most: 1) shopping at a store that promise to look better in the future, 2) shopping at one in the midst of actually improving their

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OPEN SUNDAY 12-2 PIQUA 635 W. NORTH ST. Big beautiful older home full of character & charm! The owners live in one side & have taken excellent care of this one of a kind property. Large living room, family room, den or 4th bedroom, updated kitchen, large formal dining room, 3 nice bedrooms, 2 full baths in over 2,000 sq. ft. of living space. 3 car garage & walk up attic. The extra income from the other side helps to pay your mortgage. Great for “Mother-InLaw” accommodations or nice set up for the kids that moved back in. Priced at $114,900. #635. Hosted by: Donna Hughes.

OPEN SUNDAY 3-5 1609 GRANT ST. Take a look inside you will be pleasantly surprised... at this 3 bedroom ranch with 1,475 sq. ft. of living space. include Features nice kitchen, formal dining room, 14x25’ family room with wood burning stove, 2 full baths and newer 24x30’ detached garage. Recent updates (2009) include new furnace, central air, replacement windows & water heater. Reasonably priced. Nice home in a quiet residential neighborhood. $89,000. Dir: S. Sunset to left on Grant St. #1609. Hosted by: Donna Hughes.

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2 Orchard Dr. Statement Maker. Incredible 2,958 SF + finished basement includes formal liv & din rms, breakfast bar kitchen open to great rm w/ FP, walk-out to screened patio w/FP, rec rm, 4 beds, 3.5 baths, garage & workshop. $269,900

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420 Bear Run Simply Stunning. Custom fl plan features split fl plan with 3 beds including owner’s ste, vaulted great rm, breakfast bar kitchen, dining rm, sunroom w/ FP walks-out to pond view patio. 2-car garage. $174,900

2100 Wilshire Dr. Delightful Deceiver. 2-story entry in 1,954 SF of great space: 5 beds including 1st fl owner’s ste,2.5 baths, kitchen open to dining w/ walk-outs to patios, vaulted great rm. Oversized 3-car garage + storage barn. $194,900

714 W. Ash St. Handsome Historical. 2,964 SF plus walk-up attic & useable basement. Entry open to living room, pocket doors to dining room, family room, custom new kitchen ,4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths. Apartment above carriage house. $149,900

718 N. Wayne One-of-a-Kind. Unbelievable 3,988 SF showcases refinished Hardwood floors throughout liv, fam, din & rec rooms, 5 beds, 2 updated baths, custom eat-in kitchen, study, screened patio. 2-story 2-car carriage house. $214,900

528 Caldwell Remarkable Residence. One-of a kind details in over 5,000 SF on double lot: liv, din & fam rms, study, lg k i t c h e n , screened patio, 6 beds, 4.5 baths on full basement w/ walk-up attic. 3-car garage. NOW $329,900

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INFORMATION Call ROB KISER, sports editor, at 773-2721, ext. 209, from 8 p.m. to midnight weekdays.

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IN BRIEF ■ JH Track

Lady Buccs win TVS meet WEST ALEXANDRIA — The Covington junior high girls track and field team won the Twin Valley South Invitational. The distance medley team (Anna Dunn, Kailyn Pond, Lexi Long, Carly Shell) set a meet record in the winning the distance medley, 11:09.14. Also winning were the high jump (Brooke Gostomsky, Ali Angle), the pole vault (Lydia Millhouse, Maria Mohler), the 3,200 relay (Jessica Crowell, Savanna Schaurer, Anna Dunn, Carly Shell), the 800 relay (Ali Angle, Emily Cordonnier, Ashley Cecil, Savanna Schaurer) and the sprint medley relay (Rachel York, Brooke Gostomsky, Ashley Cecil, Jessica Crowell). Finishing second were the 400 relay (Arianna Richards, Erin Olson, Lydia Millhouse, Kara Schaffer) and the 1,600 relay (Brooke Gostomsky, Kailyn Pond, Kara Schaffer, Lexi Long).

FRIDAY, APRIL 28, 2012

Piqua netters blank Pirates

‘Pack The Park’ Monday

Celebrate Senior Night The Piqua tennis team celebrated Senior Night with a 5-0 win over West Carrollton. In singles, Austin Hemm defeated Greg Wadham 6-1, 6-2; Brandon Bercot defeated Trevon Galloway 6-4, 7-5; and Darrin Grove defeated Shawn Presley 6-0, 6-0. In doubles, Frank Patrizio and Nick Brown defeated Logan Cheatham and JJ Guiterez 6-2, 6-2; and Holly Black and Dale Lavey defeated Bobby Bishop and Darren Lewis 6-4, 6-3. Piqua will play at Greenville Monday in the regular season finale.

BASEBALL Creek tops Piqua The bad news is the

Piqua baseball team had a tough outing for the second straight game Friday, losing to Beavercreek 131. That was coming off a 6-2 loss to Wapakoneta Thursday. The good news is Piqua, 10-9, can clinch its first league title since 1995 when Troy visits Hardman Field Monday. “That’s basically what we told the kids after the game,” Piqua coach Jared Askins said. “Beavercreek just came out and hit the ball and we didn’t. “We just need to get refocused and get our bats back.” Austin Reedy had a hit and a RBI and Taylor Wellbaum had a hit.

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Andy Draving and the Piqua baseball team will host Troy with the GWOC North title on the line at 5 p.m. Monday at Hardman Field. It is also Senior Night for the Indians. Piqua is going for its first league title since 1995, while Troy is looking for its first since 1991.

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■ Golf

Golfer gets ace at Stillwater

Bengals, Browns draft players

WEBSTER — Jon Baumhauer of Piqua aced the 106-yard, par-3 ninth hole at Stillwater Valley Golf Club recently. He used a pitching wedge for BAUMHAUER the shot. Witnessing the shot were Bob Bissett, Rob Bissett, Kevin Ryan and Dave Bollinger. It is Baumhauer’s second hole-in-one in less than a year.

■ Wrestling

Wrestling at Sidney in May The MWA Shockwave Impact wrestling will return to Shelby County Fairgrounds May 5. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and wrestling begins at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $8, with kids under five admitted free. World champion Adam Pearce will conduct an autograph session from 6-7 p.m. For more information, call (937) 638-4846.

Taking her talents ‘South’

STUMPER

Black to play soccer for Ave Maria University

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Holly Black signed her letter of intent Friday to play soccer for Ave Maria University. In front with Black are her parents Greg and Pam Black. Standing behind them is Piqua girls soccer coach Karen Horvath.

BY ROB KISER Sports Editor rkiser@dailycall.com

How old is Q: Cleveland

There may not have been a two-hour special on ESPN. But, like LeBron James, Piqua High School senior Holly Black will be taking her talents to South Florida as well. The daughter of Greg and Pam Black signed her letter of intent Friday morning to play soccer for Ave Maria, an NAIA QUOTED school located in Naples, “I was playing in Florida. “I really like the strong California and it catholic base the school was the worst expe- has,” Black said before signing. “And I really rience of my life.” loved the school and the —Brandon Weeden community. It is beautiful on when he knew down there.” The versatile Black has Browns firstround draft pick Brandon Weeden

to give up baseball

been a big part of the rise in the Lady Indians soccer program under coach Karen Horvath. While playing sweeper for the Lady Indians, she has been honored on the All-GWOC North team the last three seasons. She was a first-team selection as a junior and named second team in both 2009 and this past fall. “Even though Holly (Black) played defense for me, she can play anywhere on the field,” Piqua coach Karen Horvath said. “It is (Ave Maria a good fit for her). “She can play anywhere on the field and she can play from day one for them. Holly is a very good player.” And has been for a long

time. “I have always loved soccer,” Black said. “I started out watching my older brothers, then playing youth soccer and select, and it just went from there.” And has played everywhere on the field. “I play offense on my other (select) team,” she said. “They (Ave Maria) might play me at sweeper, center-mid or maybe even forward. I really haven’t decided yet.” Black also feels like she can make an immediate impact. “It is a small school,” she said. “That is one of the things I like about it. We visited down there on spring break and I really liked it.” Black is the first of

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three Piqua seniors from the girls soccer program expected to sign this month. Goalie Kelsey Deal is expected to go Division I with Wright State and forward Cheryl Bell is expected to sign with Baldwin-Wallace. “Three is the most we have had (in one year) since I have been here,” Horvath said. “It is really exciting and great for the younger kids in the program. “We have Division I, II and III colleges looking at our players. “It is great for the young players to know if they play in our program, they are going to be seen.” And, in Black’s case, take their talents to South Florida.

CINCINNATI (AP) — The Bengals strengthened their defensive line by taking Penn State defensive tackle Devon Still in the second round of the draft Friday night. Still helps a line that has been in flux in the offseason. The Bengals still need to add a receiver to complement A.J. Green. The Bengals got a receiver with their first pick in the third round of the draft, taking Rutgers' Mohamed Sanu. Sanu thought the Bengals had drafted him in the first round on Thursday night, when Cincinnati was getting ready to make the 27th pick and someone called his phone and said they were from the Bengals. It was someone playing a prank. This time, it was for real. In the first round, the Bengals took Alabama cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick with the 17th overall pick. They also traded with New England and moved down to the 27th spot, where they got versatile guard Kevin Zeitler from Wisconsin. ■ Mitchell Schwartz has much more experience playing left offensive tackle. Sorry, rook. The Cleveland Browns are all set there. One day after selecting running back Trent Richardson and quarterback Brandon Weeden, the Browns picked someone to block for their precious first-round picks, selecting Schwartz, a massive tackle from California, in the second round of the NFL draft on Friday. Schwartz made 51 starts — 35 at left tackle and 16 at right — in four years for the Golden Bears. The Browns have five-time Pro Bowler Joe Thomas on the left side, so Schwartz will slide to the right. The Browns added University of Cincinnati defensive tackle John Hughes in the third round after trading down 20 spots with the Denver Broncos.

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Tiger, Viking teams sweep tri-meets Lehman teams finish third VERSAILLES — The Versailles boys and girls track and field teams swept a tri-meet with Marion Local and Lehman Thursday. Marion Local was second and Lehman was third. Craig Pothast won the 300 hurdles, 45.45; and high jump, 6-0; while Mitchell Didier swept the shot put, 42-7; and discus, 121-8. Also winning for Versailles boys were Zach Steinbrunner, 110 hurdles, 17.75; Mitchell Campbell, 400, 54.67; Chad Winner, 200, 24.32; Subler, 3,200, Matt 11:45.17; Jacob Barga, long jump, 19-7 3-4; the 400 relay, 49.55; and the 1,600 relay, 3:53.0. For Lehman, Justin Stewart won the 100, 11.66; and 800, 2:10. 32; while Joe Fuller won the 1,600, 4:552.5. Chelsea Bruns swept the discus, 127-8; and shot

put, 35-3 1-2. Also winning for Versailles girls were Samatha Gehret, 100 hurdles, 17.85; Amanda Winner, 100, 13.22; Ashlyn Brandt, 1,600, 6:09.02; Tammy Berger, 400, 63.11; Hannah Wenig, 800, 2:43.12; Lauren Bohman, 200, 27.93; Valerie Francis, high jump, 4-10; Olivia Schlater, long jump, 14-8; the 3,200 relay, 10:44.5; the 800 relay, 1:53.18; and the 1,600 relay, 4:18.97. BOYS Team scores: Versailles 95, Marion Local 41, Lehman 35. Local Placers 3,200 Relay: 2.Versailles, 9:12.57. 110 Hurdles: 1.Zach Steinbrunner (Versailles), 17.75; 2.John Marchal (Versailles), 19.40. 100: 1.Justin Stewart (Lehman), 11.66; 2.Chad Winner (Versailles), 11.88; 3.Teddy Jackson (Lehman), 11.99; 4.Erik Jackson (Lehman), 12.01. 800 Relay: 2.Versailles, 1:43.66. 1,600: 1.Joe Fuller (Lehman), 4:55.25; 2.Richie Ware (Versailles), 4:59.99; 3.Nick Elsner (Lehman), 5:05.63; 4.Tyler Rose (Versailles), 5:12.42. 400 Relay: 1.Versailles, 49.55. 400: 1.Mitchell Campbell (Versailles), 54.67; 3.Teddy Jackson (Lehman), 61.69; 4.Grant Gleason (Lehman), 62.64. 300 Hurdles: 1.Craig Pothast (Versailles), 45.45; 2.Clay Wilker (Versailles), 46.53. 800: 1.Justin Stewart (Lehman), 2:10.32; 3.Michael Wenig (Versailles), 2:14.73; 4.Andrew Slonkosky (Versailles), 2:15.48. 200: 1.Chad Winner (Versailles), 24.32; 2.Andrew Heitkamp (Versailles), 24.74; 3.Teddy Jackson (Lehman), 24.86; 4.Austin Luthman (Versailles), 25.14.

3,2000: 1.Matt Subler (Veresailles), 11:45.17; 3.Ryan Watren (Versailles), 12:37.56. 1,600 Relay: 1.Versailles, 3:53.0. Discus: 1.Mitchell Didier (Versailles), 121-8; 2.Ben Montgomery (Lehman), 1135; 3.Alex Stucke (Versailles), 110-0; 4.Cole Poeppelman (Versailles), 107-6. High Jump: 1.Craig Pothast (Versailles), 6-0; 2.Clay Wilker (Versailles), 5-8; 3.Carl Klamar (Versailles), 5-6. Long Jump: 1.Jacob Barga (Versailles), 19-7 3-4; 2.Carl Klamar (Versailles), 18-6 14; 3.Erik Jackson (Lehman), 17-8. Shot Put: 1.Mitchell Didier (Versailles), 42-7; 2.Ben Montgomery (Lehman), 42-1; 3.Brad Montgomery (Lehman), 41-7. Pole Vault: 4.John Marchal (Versailles), 9-0. GIRLS Team scores: Versailles 115.5, Marion Local 57.5, Lehman 2. Local Placers 3,200 Relay: 1.Versailles, 10.44.5. 100 Hurdles: 1.Samantha Gehret (Versailles), 17.85; 3.Valerie Francis (Ver18.49; 4.Lauren Gehret sailles), (Versailles), 19.89. 100: 1.Amanda Winner (Versailles), 13.22; 3.Abby Barlage (Versailles), 13.30; 4.Gwen Keihl (Versailles), 13.40. 800 Relay: 1.Versailles, 1:53.18. 1,600: 1.Ashlyn Brandt (Versailles), 6:09.02; 3.Mary Grillot (Versailles), 6:20.80; 4.Raegan Mayer (Versailles), 6:21.55. 400 Relay: 2.Versailles, 59.07. 400: 1.Tammy Berger (Versailles), 63.11; 2.Chloe Warvel (Versailles), 63.74; 3.Madeline Franklin (Lehman), 64.07; 4.Hannah Wenig (Versailles), 65.36. 300 Hurdles: 2.Samantha Gehret (Versailles), 55.49; 3.Meagan Winner (Versailles), 56.03; 4.Brett Bey (Versailles), 58.25. 800: 1.Hannah Wenig (Versailles), 2:43.12; 2.Nicole Frantz (Versailles), 2:43.97; 3.Caroline Prakel (Versailles), 2:47.77. 200: 1.Lauren Bohman (Versailles), 27.93; 3.Taylor Winner (Versailles), 28.04; 4.Abby Barlage (Versailles), 28.06. 3,200: 2.Ashlyn Brandt (Versailles), 13:45.06; 3.Mary Grillot (Versailles), 13:50.05. 1,600 Relay: 1.Versailles, 4:18.97. Discus: 1.Chelsea Bruns (Versailles),

127-8. High Jump: 1.Valerie Francis (Versailles), 4-10; 2.Amanda Winner (Versailles), 4-10; 3.Jacquie Moorman (Versailles), 4-8; 4.Brett Bey (Versailles), 46. Long Jump: 1.Olivia Schlater (Versailles), 14-8; 3.Jadyn Barga (Versailles), 13-9 1-4; 4.Kaitlin Bechtol (Versailles), 136. Shot Put: 1.Chelsea Bruns (Versailles), 35-3 1-2; 2.Kaci Lawrence (Versailles), 337 1-2. Pole Vault: 2.(tie) Abby Barlage (Versailles), 10-0; 4.Alyssa Barlge (Versailles), 6-6.

East sweeps meet CASSTOWN — The Miami East boys and girls track and field teams swept a meet with Bethel and Kenton Ridge Wednesday. Winning for the boys were the 3,200 relay (Steven Hall, Seth Pemberton, Josh Ewing, Accurso), Jonathon 9:02.15; Matt Beatty, 110 hurdles, 16.57; Austin Kowalak, 1,600, 5:09.62; the 400 relay (Josh Snyder, Gunner Shirk, Matt Beatty, Jacob Miller), 46.50; Steven Hall, 800, 2:07.13; Josh Ewing, 3,200, 10:49.95; Gunner Shirk, long jump, 19-11 12; and Austin Rush, pole vault, 10-0. Meredith Wesco won

the 1,600, 5:52.73; and 800 2:40.59 for the Lady Vikings; while Leah Dunivan swept the shot put, 35-9 1-2; and dicus, 97-1. Also winning for the girls were the 3,200 relay (Abby Hawkins, Abigael Amheiser, Erin Augustus, Wesco), Meredith 11:02.86; Corrine Melvin, 100, 12.85; the 800 relay (Lindsey Roeth, Kelly Rindler, Kylie Brown, Renee DeFord), 1:55.36; the 400 relay (Lindsey Roeth, Kelly Rindler, Allie Millhouse, Corrine Melvin), 53.10; Renee DeFord, 400, 64.75; Kelly Rindler, 200, 28.71; Abigael Amheiser, 3,200, 13:04.59; Allie Millhouse, long jump, 14-7 1-2; and Katrina Sutherly, pole vault, 8-0. BOYS Team scores: Miami East 71.5, Kenton Ridge 60.5, Bethel 42. Miami East Placers 3,200 Relay: 1.Miami East (Steven Hall, Seth Pemberton, Josh Ewing, Jonaton Accurso), 9:02.15. 110 Hurdles: 1.Matt Beatty, 16.57; 4.Trey Harbor, 19.38. 100: 2.Gunner Shirk, 11.82. 800 Relay: 2.Miami East (Josh Snyder, Gunner Shirk, Kevin Jackson, Matt Beatty), 1:36.45. 1,600: 1.Austin Kowalak, 5:09.62. 400 Relay: 1.Miami East (Josh Snyder, Gunner Shirk, Matt Beatty, Jacob Miller), 46.50.

400: 3.Jonathon Accurso, 57.60. 300 Hurdles: 2.Trey Harbor, 48.17; 4.Michael Deeter, 53.71. 800: 1.Steven Hall, 2:07.13. 200: 3.Shane Kingery, 25.26. 3,200: 1.Josh Ewing, 10:49.95; 2.Austin Kowalak, 12:06.51; 3.Matt Amheiser, 12:44.94; 4.Dan O’Malley, 13:34.41. High Jump: 2.Michael Deeter, 5-8; 3.(tie) Luke House, 5-8. Long Jump: 1.Gunner Shirk, 19-11 1-2; 4.Mike Harmon, 17-6 3-4. Pole Vault: 1.Austin Rush, 10-0; 2.Mack Rose, 9-0; 3.Austin McCuiston, 8-6. GIRLS Team scores: Miami East 108, Kenton Ridge 49, Bethel 14. Miami East Placers 3,200 Relay: 1.Miami East (Abby Hawkins, Abigael Amheiser, Erin Augustus, Meredith Wesco), 11:02.86. 100 Hurdles: 3.Allie Millhouse, 18.60. 100: 1.Corrine Melvin, 13.02. 800 Relay: 1.Miami East (Lindsey Roeth, Kelly Rindler, Kylie Brown, Renee DeFord), 1:55.36. 1,600: 1.Meredith Wesco, 5:52.73; 2.Abigael Amheiser, 6:02.34; 3.Erin Augustus, 6:10.85. 400 Relay: 1.Miami East (Lindsey Roeth, Kelly Rindler, Allie Millhouse, Corrine Melvin), 53.10. 400: 1.Renee DeFord, 64.75. 300 Hurdles: 2.Kylie Brown, 52.19; 4.Marley Roberts, 59.95. 800: 1.Meredith Wesco, 2:40.59; 2.Abby Hawkins, 2:46.29. 200: 1.Kelly Rindler, 28.71. 3,200: 1.Abigael Amheiser, 13:04.59; 2.Erin Augustus, 13:16.66; 3.Abby Hawkins, 14:28.27. 1,600 Relay: 2.Miami East (Lindsey Roeth, Meredith Wesco, Kylie Brown, Renee DeFord), 4:30.30. High Jump: 3.Leah Dunivan, 4-8; 4.Montana Hahn, 4-6. Long Jump: 1.Allie Millhouse, 14-7 1-2; 2.Montana Hahn, 14-2 1-4; 4.Kim Jay, 12-8 3-4. Discus: 1.Leah Dunivan, 97-1; 2.Ashley Current, 87-3; 3.Emily Kindell, 84-2; 4.Montana Woolley, 81-11. Shot Put: 1.Leah Dunivan, 35-9 1-2; 2.Emily Kindell, 29-4; 3.Ashley Current, 294. Pole Vault: 1.Katrina Sutherly, 8-0; 2.Abigail Smith, 6-6.

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Houston infielder Jed Lowrie tags Drew Stubbs out Friday night.

Astros get win over Reds Houston first baseman injured in first inning CINCINNATI (AP) — Jose Altuve drove in two runs with a triple and a double, leading Wandy Rodriguez and the Houston Astros past the Cincinnati Reds 6-4 on Friday night. Jed Lowrie also had two hits for the Astros, who have won consecutive

games for the first time since a three-game winning streak April 7-9. Houston hit .316 during three games in Milwaukee this week and had 14 hits in a 7-5 win in the series finale Wednesday. Rodriguez (2-2) gave up two runs and six hits in

and two RBIs. Alex Cox, Kaci Cotrell and Amanda Wright had two hits and Dotson added a double. Mikaila Cotrell and Smith singled. Piqua will host Mechanicsburg at 10 a.m. today and play West Carrollton at 2 p.m.

Cross County Conference) have a showdown with league-leading Newton next week, but before that they travel to Mississinawa Valley Tuesday. "We had a big win (at Bradford) last night. We've got to try to stay focused and take care of our own business," Kadel said.

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CASSTOWN — Paige Kiesewetter pitched a onehitter Friday against Franklin Monroe and added her second home run in as many days, leading Miami East to a 15-0 victory. Kiesewetter was 3-for-3 with a homer and four RBIs, Madison Linn was 3-for-4 with a double and two RBIs, Lindsey Brookhart was 2-for-3 with a double and Paige Mullen doubled. "Paige has been hitting consistently all year. She's really caught a groove where she's hitting the ball hard every time," Miami East coach Brian Kadel said. "We've got several girls that are hitting the ball well right now, and that's good to see at this time of year." The Vikings (15-5, 8-1

BRADFORD — The Bradford softball team recorded a 2-0 win over National Trail Friday in CCC action. Haley Patty pitched a one-hit gem, striking out 11 and walking just one. Bradford has just two hits, but took advance of seven Trail errors. Bradford, 15-6 overall and 7-3 in the CCC, will host Riverside Monday.

drove in three runs, Emily and doubled and Andrea Smith had two singles, Thobe and Lindsey SpearLindsay Spearman sin- man both had two singles. gled and doubled, and Ellie Waldsmith doubled. Russia wins big BOTKINS — Russia Houston takes two ace Katelyn Herron was HARDIN — Houston perfect through five inwon both games of a dou- nings and wound up with bleheader over Troy a one-hitter in an 8-0 vicChristian Friday, taking tory over Botkins in SCL the first 10-0 and the sec- softball action here Thursond 6-5. day. Both were five innings. Herron wound up with In the first game, Jade 11 strikeouts in the game. Piatt pitched a one-hitter Tori Borchers, Herron, and struck out nine. Alexa Counts and Emily Taylor Willoughby had Fairchild all had two hits two doubles and a single, each. Nikki Holthaus had three Fairchild had a double hits and Hannah Trent and Counts drove in three had a double. runs. Houston won the second game despite just three Cats edge Tigers VERSAILLES — Minhits. Houston will host the ster survived Versailles’ Houston Invitational three-run sixth inning to pull out a 5-4 verdict over today. the Lady Tigers in Midwest Athletic Conference THURSDAY action. Lady Cavs fall 4-1 SIDNEY — Lehman hosted Lima Perry Thurs- Houston blanks JC JACKSON CENTER — day at Flanagan Softball Complex and ran into a Houston blanked Jackson talented pitcher in a 4-1 Center 9-0 in SCL action. For Houston, Ashley loss. Perry’s Trent struck out Wilson and Alyssa Stang 13 and did not walk a bat- both doubled and drove in two runs, and Jade Piatt ter in getting the win. For the Lady Cavaliers, had three hits in four Meghan Bennett singled trips.

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six innings. He walked two and struck out six. The left-hander allowed only one earned run over 14 innings in his previous two starts. Astros first baseman Carlos Lee left in the first inning because of a sprained left ankle.

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JACKSON CENTER — Lehman defeated Jackson center 7-1 Friday. Greg Spearman had three hits to lead the Cavs, Andrew Gilardi singled and double, Joe Skelton and Ben Weber had two singles each and Drew Westerheide doubled. Weber, Westerheide and Skelton all drove in two runs.

PLEASANT HILL — The Newton baseball team lost to Bethel 9-1 Friday in CCC action. Brandon Delcamp took the loss for Newton, which hosts Troy Christian today.

East pounds FM CASSTOWN — Franklin Monroe may have taken the lead early, but it was just postponing the inevitable. Miami East erased a 10 deficit after the top of the first and piled on from there, cruising to a 17-1 victory over the Jets Friday in Cross County Conference action. Luke Clark struck out five and gave up five hits to get the win in a five-inning complete game, and he added a triple — the Vikings' only extra-base hit in the game. Michael Fellers was 3 for 4, Colton Bowling was 2 for 2 and Garrett Mitchell was 2 for 3 to lead the attack. Miami East faces Botkins Monday in CCC action.

SOFTBALL Lady Indians win Piqua got back on the winning track with a 7-6 win over Beavercreek Friday. The Lady Indians took control with a five-run fourth and held on for the win. “This feels great,” Piqua coach Rick Claprood said about getting a win. “We had a great night of practice last night. All the girls played really well.” Espcially Janise Hummel, who made her varsity debut. “Janise really played well,” Claprood said. “She is coming off a knee injury. This was her first varsity game after two JV games.” Chelsea Smith pitched first two innings, before Haley Dotson pitched the final five innings to get the win. Hummel had a double and two RBIs, while Kaity McCawley had one hits

Lady Cavs win JACKSON CENTER — Lehman scored nine times in the first two innings and went on to beat Jackson Center 16-6 in softball action Friday. The Lady Cavs are now 7-10. For Lehman, Brooke Jones was 3-for-4 with a double, Andrea Thobe singled and doubled, Lindsay Bundy had two hits and

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Divorce lawyers: Pet custody cases increasing LOS ANGELES (AP) — They still fight like cats and dogs in divorce court. But more and more they are fighting about cats and dogs. Custody cases involving pets are on the rise across the country. In a 2006 survey by the 1,600-member American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, a quarter of respondents said pet custody cases had increased noticeably since 2001. The academy is due for another survey, but there is no doubt such cases have grown steadily since then, said Ken Altshuler of Portland, Maine, a divorce attorney and AAML president. If there is a child involved in a divorce, many judges will keep the pet with the child, attorneys said. “But what do you do when the pet is the child?” Altshuler asked. Breakups in same-sex marriages, civil unions and domestic partnerships are among reasons pet custody fights have become more common, attorneys said. Pet custody cases have grown as much as 15 percent in his of-

fice over the last five years, said attorney David Pisarra of Santa Monica. He is his own best example. He shares custody of 8-year-old Dudley, a longhaired standard black-and-tan dachshund, with his ex, who has remarried and introduced a step-dog to Dudley. Pet consultant Steven May hired Pisarra six years ago to handle his divorce. Besides a daughter, May and his ex worked out custody of three dogs, two cats and Tequila the parrot. Pisarra and May became good friends and often take their dogs for walks in Santa Monica. They also teamed up last year to write a book about co-parenting a pet with an ex titled “What About Wally?” Pets are considered property in every state in the country. For years, they have been divvied up like furniture during divorce proceedings. But times are changing. “Judges are viewing them more akin to children than dining room sets. They are recognizing that people have an emotional attachment to their

animals,” Altshuler said. “There is a shifting consciousness,” Pisarra said. “Pets are being given greater consideration under the law.” More people have pets than ever before and they consider them part of the family rather than possessions, said Silvana Raso, a family law attorney with the Englewood Cliffs, N.J., law firm of Schepisi & McLaughlin. “People are not embarrassed to fight for custody of a pet today. In the past they might have shied away from it because society didn’t really accept a pet as anything other than an accessory to your life,” she said. When Pisarra and Jay Redd (who wrote an introduction in the book) split up, they agreed to share Dudley. “There is no law that recognizes visitation with an animal,” Raso said, so couples have to work it out themselves. Reaching a pet custody agreement without a lot of help from attorneys and judges will save money, Raso said. Divorces can cost $1,000 and be resolved quickly or cost millions and take years.

Pet decisions are often more agonizing to make than those about mortgages, credit card debt or student loans, Raso said. But if they can be resolved, the rest usually goes smoother. After their 2006 breakup, Pisarra and Redd worked out shared custody, long-distance visitation and a new family (including a beagle) in Dudley’s life, Pisarra said. Today, they live in the same city, so visitation no longer includes flight time. The two have a plan for everyday, vacation and holiday schedules, travel arrangements, doggie daycare, boarding, food, treats, grooming, vet care, moving and end-of-life decisions. They split costs and sometimes, with things like toys, leashes and dog bowls, they buy two of each so Dudley has one at each home. May and his wife Nina (who also wrote an introduction for the book) separated six years ago after 16 years of marriage. “Everything was fresh and raw. It was not easy.” It’s taken time, but he and his ex live about two miles apart in West Los Angeles now and shar-

ing custody of their daughter and pets is easy, he said. To make it work, “you learn the true meaning of concession,” May said. The three dogs the couple had then have died, but Winnie, his 3-year-old Cavalier King Charles spaniel, is very much like a family pet, said May, a consultant to veterinary and other pet-related companies. Most of the time, custody battles grow out of love. But there are cases rooted in spite or retaliation. Pisarra represented a man whose estranged wife had the family’s two German shepherds euthanized. “They were his running dogs. It was really cruel and he had no recourse,” he said. In years past, pets could not be protected in domestic violence restraining orders in any state. But because abusers can use pets to threaten victims, maybe even kill the animals, the laws have changed in states like Maine, New York, California and Illinois. Other states are looking into changes. And there will be changes in other laws too, Altshuler predicted.

Hundreds of donkeys abandoned in lingering drought BY JANET MCCONNAUGHEY Associated Press

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Abandoned donkeys recovered by Keith Gantt and his wife Karla Gantt are seen in Athens, La., recently. Prolonged drought in the southern plains coupled with the nation’s economic slump has taken a heavy toll on the humble donkey. Across east Texas and north Louisiana, farmers whose grazing land has dried up have sold off herds of cattle, putting livestock-tending donkeys out of work and making it too expensive to keep those bought as pets or for other reasons. In the north Louisiana town of Athens, Keith Gantt, who rounds up loose livestock for the Claiborne Parish Sheriff's Office, has hundreds of donkeys he can’t give away. He’s had some for two years.

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for sure. It’s all play for him,” said Verdahl, a nurse. He said he and his wife are healthier because of Scouts. “I haven’t lost any weight but my enjoyment in life has increased, I laugh and smile more.” Many badges are earned in camp. All of Jasper’s were submitted on videotape because he is far from the nearest camp. He holds the record for videotape badges, Olson said. But there are some he

can’t claim because he doesn’t have the obstacle courses or water parks. In the water, dogs can be puppy paddlers, beach buddies or boaters. They can qualify in rescue, racing or retrieval. Puls said one of the Scout pairs who started dock diving in camp have gone on to compete nationally. The earth dog badge, mostly for terriers, is awarded if a dog stays focused while chasing a (protected) rat into an 8foot earth tunnel, negotiates a 90-degree turn and continues the chase through another 8-foot tunnel without losing interest in the quarry. “These are not ‘gimme’ badges, not a walk in the park,” Puls said. “A dog with a lot of badges has put a lot of time and training into it.” The Scouts have two

abused and some caught in roundups of herds on federal lands. The drought, the economy and the high price of hay have forced ranchers across the state to sell off their livestock. Meyers said he’s been paying $290 to $350 a ton for hay, compared to a top price of $90 in normal times, and must send as far as Montana and Minnesota to get it. Even if the weather allows a crop this year, the price isn’t likely to go down immediately, he said. People often sneak donkeys onto somebody else’s land, he said. “They’ll drive a couple counties over, look for a place where there’s a bad part on a fence and kick them onto somebody else’s property. I get a call at least once a week from somebody saying, ‘I woke up and found donkeys on my property.’” Texas ranchers use female donkeys to guard remote herds of livestock, said Kathy Dean, CEO and founder of Longhopes Donkey Shelter in Bennett, Colo. They’re docile, friendly, and don’t eat like a horse, she said. However, the animals are instinctively hostile to dogs and their cousins: wolves and coyotes. “They will bray, bare their teeth, run and chase, and attempt to bite and kick an intruder,” according to a Colorado State University fact sheet. In 1989, it said, 1,000 to 1,800 of 11,000 Texas sheep and goat producers used guard donkeys.

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With pastures withered from a lingering drought, farmers in Texas and northwest Louisiana have abandoned donkeys by the hundreds, turning them into wandering refugees that have severely tested animal rescue groups. The nation’s biggest donkey rescue group says that since March 2011, it has taken in nearly 800 donkeys abandoned in Texas, where ranchers mainly used the animals to guard their herds. Many of the cattle and goats have been sold off, largely because of the drought and the nation’s economic slump, putting the donkeys out of a job. And although the drought that began in late 2010 is over now, the flood of donkeys continues, said Mark Meyers, executive director of Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue. “Last week I spent two days on the road and got 20 donkeys each day,” he said Wednesday. Since then, he’s had a call of about 12 more in the Midlands, Texas, area. “Hay prices still haven’t come down. And what little grass is growing, people are going to save it for the animals that are going to make them money,” he said. In the north Louisiana town of Athens, Keith Gantt, who rounds up loose livestock for the

Claiborne Parish Sheriff’s Office, says he has dozens of donkeys that he can’t give away. Some he’s had for two years. “People just turn ‘em out on the highway. The sheriff’s department makes me go catch them and then I get stuck with them,” he said. The donkey market has shriveled with the driedup fields of Texas, where auction houses won’t take them. “The last ones we tried to sell, they brought the donkeys back to us. They tried to get a $5 bid for both of them and couldn’t get a $5 bid,” Deputy Bill Pentecost, who wrangles stray livestock for the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office north of Austin, said last month. Texas has 1.4 million fewer cattle than it did a year ago, a drop of 10.5 percent. “Texas has large, large, large, large ranches. As the wells dried up and grazing’s gone down, animals are coming up to the fence to eat. People are realizing they’ve sold all their cattle … but they’ve got 20 donkeys,” Meyers said earlier this year. His organization, the largest such group in the U.S., normally takes in about 400 donkeys and burros — small, feral donkeys — a year. Since March 2011, he said, the group has accepted nearly 800 donkeys abandoned in Texas — 600 last year, 172 so far this year. Some were abandoned, some

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