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A job well done Church marks 150th • Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church recently observed its 150th anniversary. 8
DEATHS Obituaries and/or death notices for the following people appear on Page 3A today: • Franklin R. Rostorfer • David W. Hopkins • Janice Ann Knowland
INDEX Amish Cook ..........................6 City, County records..............2 Classified .......................13-14 Comics................................11 Jackson Center.....................8 Hints from Heloise.................6 Horoscope ............................9 Localife ............................6-7A Nation/World.........................5 Opinion................................10 Obituaries..............................3 Sports............................15-16 State news ............................4 ’Tween 12 and 20 .................9 Weather/Sudoku/Abby/Out of the Past/Dr. Donohue ....12
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Grace Holscher, 6, of Houston, reaches out to slap the hand of Ronald McDonald at Russia Schools Thursday. McDonald came to Russia to thank the kids for collecting the most pop can tabs for the Ronald McDonald House out of any other school in Shelby County. Grace is the daughter of Jason and Amber Holscher.
Both sides insist judge make Ohio remap choice BY ANDY BROWNFIELD Associated Press COLUMBUS (AP) — With time running out to move the state’s presidential and U.S. House primaries back to March, an Ohio congressman is asking a judge to put contested GOP-drawn congressional lines into place immediately. The state Democratic Party is trying to put the map’s fate before voters next year and has asked for a lawsuit by a Republican voter over the boundaries to be dropped, painting it as premature. Both have joined a suit filed in October by Belinda Ward of Batavia, which asks Clermont County Common Pleas Judge Jerry McBride to draw the districts himself. McBride is set to meet Friday with
lawyers with a stake in the case’s outcome. They include the attorney for Ward, as well as representatives of the Ohio Secretary of State’s office, U.S. Rep. Steve LaTourette’s office, and both the Democratic and Republican national committees in Washington. Discussion is likely to surround how aggressive a time frame to set in the case, said Ward attorney Joseph Braun. Once every decade lawmakers need to draw new congressional districts to reflect changes in population. Because of slow population growth, Ohio’s U.S. House delegation shrunk from 18 to 16. To reflect that, Ohio’s ruling Republicans approved a new map in September — a map that Democrats and voter groups say favors GOP incumbents with 12 safe seats of 16.
“When your work speaks for itself, don’t interrupt.” — Henry J. Kaiser, American industrialist (1882-1967) For more on today in history, turn to Page 11.
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When Democrats launched a repeal effort, leaving the map’s future uncertain, Ward filed a lawsuit in the GOP stronghold of Clermont County asking a judge to draw the map since the two parties couldn’t come to an agreement. LaTourette, a Republican, joined the lawsuit in November, asking the judge to put the GOP-drawn lines passed in September into place immediately. Court documents filed by his lawyer say the lines need to be in place by Dec. 7 — the filing deadline for the March 6 primary — so the judge should use the ones already approved by Ohio’s elected officials. Lawmakers voted in October to split the 2012 primary elections in two, with House and presidential candidates facing elections in June and all other candidates — See REMAP/Page 4
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Representatives of five Shelby County Historical associations met with Shelby Commissioners County Thursday morning to propose placement of a 1.25-mill tax levy before county voters at the June 12 Congressional primary election. Tilda Philpot, Shelby County Historical Society director, told commissioners, “Shelby County has a rich historical heritage that’s divided among all our communities. Each one of us is entrusted with artifacts, many of which cannot be displayed. “We have joined together to request a resolution for a tax levy that would produce $250,000 a year to be shared See LEVY/Page 3
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MUNICIPAL COURT In Sidney Municipal Court Thursday morning, Judge Duane Goettemoeller fined Kimberley L. Hicks, 22, 113 E. Water St., $250 and costs and sentenced her to 90 days in jail on a theft charge. She was also fined $50 on each of two counts of contempt of court and sentenced to an additional 40 and 20 days jail, to be served consecutively. She may be permitted to be evaluated for drug and alcohol abuse in lieu of 30 days jail and complete counseling in lieu of 30 days jail. If fines and costs and restitution of $79.65 are paid in full, 30 days jail may be reconsidered. In Municipal Court Wednesday afternoon, Judge Goettemoeller fined Kelsi S. Carey, 19, 307 W. Main St., Port Jefferson, $75 and costs and sentenced her to 13 days in jail, with credit for three days served, on a complicity to theft charge. • Leslie J. Mast, 36, 319 S. Walnut Ave., was fined $150 and costs and sentenced to five days in jail for driving while under restrictions. If fines and costs are paid in full, jail may be reconsidered. • Cathleen E. Clark, 38, 9984 N. State Route 235, Quincy, was fined $150 and costs and sentenced to 20 hours of community service on a charge of failing to reinstate a license that was amended to failure to display a license. If fines and costs are paid in full, community service may be reconsidered. Civil cases Memorial Wilson Hospital v. Herbert and Angela Chambers, 9921
16100 Meranda Road, Anna, $999.96. Fetz Plumbing Inc., Urbana, v. Wes Wilson, 7543 Elm Tree Road, $117. Dismissals Memorial Wilson Hospital v. Randy and Jacqueline Francis, 1108 Lincoln St., Piqua. Judgment has been satisfied. Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Sean Mitchel, 1909 Park St., Piqua. Judgment has been satisfied. LVNV Funding LLC, Greenville, N.C., v. Elaine E. Douglas, 19299 Middleton-Hume Road. Within cause has been paid in full. Funding Midland LLC, San Diego, Calif., v. Michael L. Snow Jr., 711 Foraker Ave. Dismissesd due to lack of prosecution. Portfolio America Asset Management, Atlanta, Ga., v. Michelle Napier, aka. Michelle A. Young, 881 Aiken Road, Piqua. Dismissed due to lack of prosecution. Zenith Acquisition Corp., Columbus, v. Kennedy R. Simons, 6631 State Route 66, Fort Loramie. Dismissed due to lack of prosecution. Memorial Wilson Hospital v. Tyler Snider, 208 Grove St., Judgment has been satisfied. Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Tyler T. Taylor, 3241 Leatherwood Creek Road. Judgment has been satisfied. Wilson Memorial Hospital v. M. Carmen Vela, 1045 Buckeye Ave. Judgment has been satisfied. Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Abouh H. Ba, 965 Buckeye Ave. Judgment and costs have
THURSDAY -5:26 a.m.: medical. Sidney paramedics responded to the 200 block of Overland Drive on a medical call. -2:27 a.m.: injury. Medics responded to a report of an injury on the 2600 block of Campbell Road. WEDNESDAY -10:05 p.m.: medical. Medics responded to a
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QUINCY — Icy roads caused problems for one motorist near Quincy which resulted in the transport of six people to the hospital, with two of the passengers being transported by CareFlight. The accident happened on Ohio 235 north of Quincy. Barbara Parker, 42, of Sidney, was traveling northbound when she failed to maintain control of the van. According to reports, she over corrected, and the vehicle struck a speed limit sign. It slid down the bridge and went down an embankment. It rolled over and landed on the driver’s side. Parker was transported to Wilson Memorial Hospital. Passengers Jeffrey Rivers, 50, of Sidney, Alexa Parker, 6 of Sidney and Rebecca York, 10 months, were transported to Wilson Memorial hospital with minor injuries. Passengers Brian Hall, 41, of Sidney and Penny York, 43, of Sidney, were both transported by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital with serious injuries. Parker was cited for failure to control.
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and Delanya Blake, 9560 River View Place. Judgment has been satisfied. Memorial Wilson Hospital v. Joseph M. Beam, 3354 Tawny Leaf Court. Judgment has been satisfied. Wilson Care Inc., Sidney, v. Kim K. Judd, 324 N. Detroit St., Bellefontaine. Judgment and costs have been paid. Radiological Lima Associates v. Gary Pleasant, 627 Fielding Road. Judgment has been satisfied. Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Megan E. Blair, 717 1/2 Chestnut Ave. Judgment has been satisfied. Mutual Insurance, Des Moines, Iowa, v. Brad Britt, 527 N. Miami Ave. Judgment has been satisfied Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Connie 828 Sloan-Bingham, Broadway Ave. Judgment has been satisfied. Lima Radiological Associates v. Nathan and Lora Gary, 812 Fourth Ave. Judgement and costs have been fully paid. Memorial Wilson Hospital v. Michael S. Greer, 2805 Wapakoneta Ave., lot 47. Dismissed without prejudice at plaintiff ’s costs. Wilson Memorial Hospital v. Shyrl Brown, 6221 N. State Route 235, St. Paris. Judgment and costs have been paid. Lima Radiological Associates v. Jeffrey and Janetta Gallagher, 603 Michigan St. Plaintiff failed to appear. Dismissed with prejudice.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The new National Visitation tonight 4pm until Christmas Tree is settling hour of service. into its new digs just Service tonight 7pm. south of the White House. Barack President Obama and his family officially marked the start A Celebration of Life will be of the Christmas season held Saturday 2pm at by lighting the tree in a Plattsville Community Center. ceremony just after dark Thursday. The 26-foot Colorado blue spruce was planted in March on the Ellipse, a park that lies between 492-5101 the White House and the View obituaries at National Mall. Strong cromesfh.com winds in February toppled the previous tree, which stood in the park since 1978. In remarks delivered during the tree-lighting ceremony, Obama urged the crowd to be generous and to help others in need during the holidays. “In this season of hope, 104 E. Mason Rd., let’s help those who need Sidney it most: the homeless, the hungry, the sick and shutin,” he said. “In this sea- Christmas Hours M-F 9-8, Sat 9-3, Sun 12-4 son of plenty, let’s reach out to those who struggle Wishing You a to find work or provide for Merry Christmas and a their families.” Blessed Obama welcomed New Year! troops returning home in time for the holiday, and asked Americans to express their gratitude to service members. “In this season of gen937-492-8640 erosity, let’s give thanks www.shrevesconstruction.com and honor to our troops 2240017 and our veterans and their families who’ve sacrificed so much for us,” he said. Obama was joined at the ceremony by his wife, Michelle; daughters Sasha and Malia; and mother-in-law Marian Robinson. The first lady read Clement Clarke Moore’s poem “The Night Before Christmas” with Muppet star Kermit the 2239035 Frog. The lighting ceremony, TREE TRIMMING hosted by TV’s Carson Daly, included perform- • Beautify & Protect ances of Christmas carols • Prevent & and tunes by pop group Treat Big Time Rush, English Disease singer Ellie Goulding, pop • Revive Ailing band OneRepublic, counTrees 2238262 try singer Rodney Atkins, soul songstress Marsha Area Tree & Ambrosius and the AirLandscaping men of Note, a jazz ensemble of the United 937-492-8486 States Air Force.
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WAPAKONETA — Franklin R. Rostorfer, 76, of rural Wapakoneta, died Wed nesday morning, Nov. 30, 2011, from injuries sustained in an auto accident on Ohio 235 in Logan County. He was born Aug. 8, 1935, in Clay Township, Auglaize County, the son of Clifford and Margaret (Cook) Rostorfer, who preceded him in death. On March 3, 1962, he married Judy A. Metz, who survives. Survivors also include three children, Terri (Glenn) Bornhorst, of Wapakoneta, Todd (Kim) Rostorfer, of Galena, and Tammy (Greg) Mahoney, of Wapakoneta; eight grandchildren, Krista, RaNae and Whitney Bornhorst, Kiel and Cody Rostorfer, and Josh, Jessica and Zac Mahoney; his siblings, Lovina (Ray) Madigan and Julia Minnich, both of Wapakoneta, and John Rostorfer, of Delphos; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Emerson “Bub” (Janet) Metz, Sue (Tom) Sekas and Wanda (Gary) Metz; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother and spouse, Harold “Rusty” and Pat Rostorfer, a sister-in-law, Eleanor Rostorfer, and a brother-in-law, Warren Minnich. Frank retired from Airstream, Jackson Center, after 36 years of service. He was a member of St. Jacob
Lutheran Church, Pasco-Montra Road. A U.S. Army veteran from 1958 to 1960, he was stationed in Germany. He was a 50-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 691, Wapakoneta. His other memberships included the Buckeye Farm Antiques Inc., and the AMVETS Post 39, Lakeview. His hobbies included camping and spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid supporter of his grandchildren and their activities. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 4, 2011, at the Long & Folk Chapel of Bayliff & Eley Funeral Home, 13 S. Blackhoof St., Wapakoneta, with Pastor Shannon Vogelezang officiating. Burial will follow in Resthaven Memory Gardens, near Moulton, where military rites will be conducted by the Wapakoneta Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8445. The family will receive friends from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, where an Eagles memorial service will be held at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Johns Fire & Rescue. Condolences may be expressed to the family at the funeral home’s website, www.bayliffandeleyfh.com.
Janice Ann Knowland RUSHVILLE, Ind. — Janice Ann Knowland, 75, of Rushville, passed Ind., away at 10:40 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011, in Rushville. Janice Stockstill was born on April 20, 1936, in Troy to Levon and Helen Morris Stockstill, who are both deceased. She married Alva Leo Knowland on Feb. 17, 1980, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 28, 1985. Janice is survived by her brothers, Gregory and his wife Carrie, of Portage, Ind., Jeff of Hebron, Ind., Tim and his wife Bonnie, of Sidney, Kermit, of Lima; her sisters, Linda Parker, of Crown Point, Ind., Londa Kossel, of Sidney, and Sandra and her
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husband Mark Wilker, of Anna;, several nieces and nephews survive. also Special nieces, include Kathy Martin and her husband Rande of Richmond, Ind., and Jackie Miller, of Jackson Center. In addition to her parents and husband, Janice was preceded in death by her sisters, Jo, Emilee, Wanda and Betsy and her brothers Jr. and Jimmie. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2011, at Glen Cemetery in Sidney, with the Rev. Kent Hollis presiding. Moster Mortuary, Rushville, Ind., has been entrusted with arrangements.
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payroll tax holiday and pay for it with cuts to the federal workforce. The moves are the opening steps in end-ofsession maneuvering over renewing the payroll tax cut, the centerpiece of Obama’s jobs plan. Republicans have signaled they’ll permit passage of at least an extension of the current tax holiday, but the two sides haven’t begun negotiating over how to finance it.
David W. Hopkins JACKSON CENTER — David W. Hopkins, 59, of Jackson Center passed away W e d n e s d a y, Nov. 30, 2011, at his home. He was born in Oneida, Ky., on Jan. 4, 1952, to the late Leonard and Callie (Mathis) Hopkins. He was also preceded in death by a brother Leon Hopkins and a sister Joyce Johnson. He grew up in Harrison, Ohio and moved to Jackson Center in 1992. He married the former Linda M. Bradley on May 16, 1970, in New Trenton, Ind., and she survives in Jackson Center. David worked as a manufacturing supervisor for General Electric, Evandale, Copeland’s in Sidney and most recently at Rolls Royce, Mount Vernon. He was an avid fisherman and loved his pet dog “Baby.” He loved to bake pies and share them with his family and friends. He was generous with his time and took care of people and animals. He was a past member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, Bellefontaine.
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LEVY by all of our historical societies,” she explained. Philpot and society representatives from Botkins, Fort Loramie, Anna and Jackson Center originally proposed a March 6, 2012 primary election ballot issue. However, board spokesperson Jack Toomey explained required paperwork could not be completed before the primary’s filing deadline. “We’ll need a resolution to seek such a tax levy and another resolution from the auditor certifying millage and amounts,” he explained. Working with commissioners Toomey and Julie Eshemann, village representatives decided to target the county’s June 12 primary election for which the issue could qualify, Toomey said. Commissioners asked the group to develop and prepare a document of need along with a plan documenting how funds produced by a tax issue would be used. In their individual presentations to commissioners, representatives stressed they are
Survivors include his daughter Sherri L. Hopkins Giesman, of Bellefontaine; a son, Adam W. Hopkins, of Cincinnati, and a “second son” Matt (Kathryn) Klopfenstein, of Belle Center; four grandchildren, Nathan M. and Molly C. Giesman, Lorali and Colton Klopfenstein; siblings Thelma (Dick) Souders, of Science Hill, Ky., Wanda (John) Collins, of Shandon, John (Pam) Hopkins and Danny Ray Hopkins, both of Harrison, and Tubby Hopkins, of Tampa, Fla.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pastor Kent Hollis will officiate a funeral service on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011, at 5 p.m. at the SmithEichholtz Funeral Home, Jackson Center, where friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be expressed at w w w . s m i t h eichholtz.com
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From Page 1 preserving the history of their villages and providing children knowledge of their roots through historical collections and their individual educational programs. Rose Hawkins of Jackson Center shared that the village’s collections are currently housed in an old historic building without heat or air conditioning. Also participating in the presentation were Kathleen Eshleman of Anna; Dave Hemmert of Botkins and Jim Rosengarten of Fort Loramie. Asked how tax levy funds would be shared and used, Phlipot mentioned programming, preservation of artifacts, maintenance and overhead, adding, “whatever their greatest need.” Commissioners on Thursday also allowed county bills totaling $497.070.19. Commissioner Larry Kleinhans participated in a Thursday morning workshop at Edison Community College on Shared Opportunities for Schools and Local Government Partnerships.
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MERCER COUNTY Sheriff’s Deptartment Detective Megan Baker, (left) Deputy John Marbaugh and Detective Lance Crum investigate the scene of a double homicide on Burrville Road near Fort Recovery, Wednesday. Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey said Thursday that a man and his adult daughter found dead in a ransacked home were bound with duct tape and shot during an apparent burglary.
Father, daughter found dead in home FORT RECOVERY (AP) — A sheriff in rural western Ohio say a man and his adult daughter found dead in a ransacked home were bound with duct tape and shot during an apparent burglary. WHIO-TV reports Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey said Thursday it appears whoever went through the house in Fort Recovery was after something specific. Grey says Robert Grube and Colleen Grube were killed Tuesday
night or early Wednesday. The bodies of the man in his 70s and daughter in her 40s were found Wednesday by a relative who was expecting Colleen Grube to babysit. The sheriff says people in the area about 100 miles west of Columbus should not panic, however they should lock their doors and be aware of their surroundings. ——— Information from: WHIO-TV, http://www.whiotv.com
Woman rescued from car night and her car floated into a group of trees. Mallet, of Sherwood, was stranded for about half an hour, sitting on a window sill as water reached her chest. She had spent several minutes trying to call for help on the new cell phone before reaching a dispatcher who sent her rescuers.
Defiance County Sheriff’s Sgt. Steve Flory says he put on a life vest, tied himself to a rope and went to Mallet while county employee Matt Grine pulled them to safety. ——— Information from: The Crescent-News, http://www.crescentnews.com
Regis too busy to miss show, Kelly NORWOOD (AP) — Regis Philbin says he’s been too busy to miss the live weekday TV show he left nearly two weeks ago, though he is already thinking about a return to television. The 80-year-old entertainer said at a suburban Cincinnati book-signing on Wednesday that he hasn’t had time to think about the old program with Kelly Ripa because of his book tour. He’s on the road promoting his memoir, “How I Got This Way.” The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Philbin said it was time to move on from the midmorning show. But he says he’s now working on a family talent
program he would host in prime time. He says competing families would be judged on their fitness, knowledge, character and what they give
back to the community. ——— Information from: The Cincinnati Enquirer, http://www.enquirer.com
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its hold on Beasley. But Bill Holland, a spokesman for the Summit County, Ohio, sheriff, said Thursday that Texas Parole Authority officials said they wanted to wait until the outcome of the Akron drug case, “because if he was found not guilty, then there would be no parole violation.” Municipal Akron Court Judge James Murphy ordered Beasley’s release on July 12. “Texas authorities are only interested in extradition if there is a conviction in Ohio,” he wrote. On Thursday, Beasley was wheeled into court in Akron on the drug charge, which alleges he was illegally dealing prescription painkillers in November 2010. Beasley’s head bobbed rhythmically, and he later ignored questions about the mounting body count and his relationship with a teen murder suspect. Beasley, unshaved and dressed in a white and gray striped jail outfit, didn’t speak and kept his head down as Summit County Common Pleas Judge Tammy O’Brien revoked his bond on the drug-trafficking charge. The legal problems faced by Beasley, a 52year-old self-styled chaplain and youth mentor, are mounting: His attorney said a prostitution case involving Beasley and a 17-year-old boy would be upgraded with a racketeering charge Friday.
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including U.S. Senate contenders — facing elections in March. Republicans sought to reunite the primaries in a later bill attached to a revised congressional map, but the legislation was blocked by Democrats still dissatisfied with the lines. The move to June was intended to allow extra time ahead of the important 2012 election in a key swing state, but critics say holding two primaries is both confusing and costly. Matt McClellan, a spokesman for elections chief Jon Husted, said the office has been advising all candidates to file their paperwork by Dec. 7 on the advice of the Legislature. Under party rules, some delegates that help determine presidential candidates — whether Democratic President Barack Obama or Republicans facing off in the primary — are based on congressional districts. Without final lines, those determinations can’t be made. Democrats have joined the Clermont County lawsuit in hopes of getting McBride to throw it out. Ohioans for Fair Districts, a group headed by Ohio Democratic Party Chairman Chris Redfern, says that the lawsuit was filed prematurely. Democrats have until Christmas Day to submit the more than 231,000 signatures necessary to put the map’s fate before voters in 2012. If they fail to gather enough, then the GOP map is put into place and the lawsuit is meaningless, the group argues in court filings. LaTourette Chief of Staff Dino Disanto and Donald McTigue, lawyer for Ohioans for Fair Districts, declined to comment while the case is ongoing. Some legal experts agree with Democrats that the lawsuit was filed too early. Dan Tokaji, redistricting expert and professor at the Moritz College of Law at the Ohio State University, said the controversy isn’t really ripe until Democrats discover if they have enough support for a repeal effort. He said having a judge implement the GOPdrawn lines — as LaTourette has asked — would usurp Ohioans’ right under the state constitution to challenge laws they don’t agree with. “The lawsuit seems to be the wrong relief here,” he said.
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Claim: boy rejected Pa. HARRISBURG, (AP) — A Philadelphiaarea teenager says he was denied admission to a private boarding school connected with the Hershey chocolate company because he’s HIV-positive. A discrimination suit filed Wednesday in Philadelphia federal court claims the Milton Hershey School violated anti-discrimination laws in denying the 13-year-old’s request for admission to the school for disadvantaged students. The AIDS Law Project of Pennsylvania filed the lawsuit for the boy. School officials say the boy was denied admission to protect the other 1,850 students in grades pre-K through 12.
GM to buy back Volts NEW YORK (AP) — General Motors will buy Chevrolet Volts back from any owner who is afraid the electric cars will catch fire, the company’s CEO said Thursday. In an exclusive interview with The Associated Press, CEO Dan Akerson insisted that the cars are safe, but said the company will purchase the Volts because it wants to keep customers happy. Three fires have broken out in Volts after side-impact crash tests done by the federal government. Akerson said that if necessary, GM will recall the more than 6,000 Volts now on the road in the U.S. and repair them once the company and federal safety regulators figure out what caused the fires.
Annulment sought LOS ANGELES (AP) — NBA player Kris Humphries asked a judge Thursday to annul his 10week, highly publicized marriage to Kim Kardashian on the basis that it was fraudulent. The filing comes roughly a month after Kardashian filed for divorce and apologized to fans. Humphries’ petition did not offer any details to support his contention that the marriage was a fraud, which a judge would have to determine is true for the marriage to be completely nullified. Kardashian’s attorney Laura Wasser declined to comment on Humphries’ filing. The couple signed a prenuptial agreement before marrying in a starstudded ceremony Aug. 20 at an exclusive estate in California.
OUT OF THE BLUE Kids call 911, ask for Santa KINGSTON, N.Y. (AP) — No, Virginia, you can’t call 911 and ask for Santa Claus. That’s what two young children in New York's Hudson Valley have learned. The Daily Freeman of Kingston reports that around 11 a.m. Sunday, police in the city of Kingston responded to a home after two children, ages 4 and 6, called 911 asking to speak to either the police chief or Santa Claus. Police say officers interviewed the family and kids, and instructed the youngsters on the proper use of emergency services. It wasn’t clear what the kids wanted to ask Santa.
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Biden: Sacrifices of troops allow Iraq war to end BY REBECCA SANTANA Associated Press CAMP VICTORY, Iraq (AP) — As Iraqi flags were raised in what was once a giant U.S. military base, Joe Biden joined Iraqi officials in honoring forces who the vice president said made it possible to “end this war.” The American military’s role here is nearing an end, but Iraqis still must contend with the violence that the nearly nine-year conflict unleashed: 20 people were killed in attacks around the country Thursday. Biden’s comments came during a ceremony at Camp Victory, one of the last American bases that will be handed over to the Iraqi government before U.S. troops leave Iraq this month. The Iraqi government hosted the ceremony as a way to honor the sacrifices of Iraqi and U.S.-led coalition forces. “Because of you and the work that those of you in uniform have done, we are now able to end this war,” Biden told the hundreds of American and Iraqi service members. Speaking under a massive chandelier in a Saddam-era palace that Biden referred to as a “grotesque monument to a dictator’s greed,” the vice president said the U.S. takes “immense pride” in what the American troops have been able to do in Iraq and that they are leaving with their
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U.S. SERVICEMEN fold the American flag after it was lowered during the a handover ceremony of a military base in Basra, Iraq’s second-largest city, 340 miles (550 kilometers) southeast of Baghdad, Iraq, Thursday. Vice President Joe Biden thanked U.S. and Iraqi troops Thursday for sacrifices that he said allowed for the end of the nearly nine-year-long war, even as attacks around the country killed 20 people, underscoring the security challenges Iraq still faces heads held high. “We owe you. We owe you,” said Biden, whose son has served in Iraq. He praised the Iraqis for the military they have been able to raise from the “ashes of so much turmoil.” Iraqi President Jalal Talabani, referring at times to “our friends, the Americans,”
praised the troops for their sacrifices and said that based on the “joint efforts” of the coalition and Iraqi forces, stability in the country has been restored. Prime Minister Nouri alMaliki, a Shiite who won reelection last year, was much more circumspect in his comments, focusing his thanks
and praise for the U.S. military withdrawal as promised rather than on American sacrifices or achievements such as overthrowing Saddam Hussein. “I extend my appreciation to Barack Obama’s administration for carrying out the withdrawal from all Iraqi lands on time,” he said.
Afghan president pardons imprisoned rape victim KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghan President Hamid Karzai on Thursday pardoned an Afghan woman serving a 12-year prison sentence for having sex out of wedlock after she was raped by a relative. Karzai’s office said in a statement that the woman and her attacker have agreed to marry. That would reverse an earlier decision by the 19year-old woman, who had previously refused a judge’s offer of freedom if she agreed AP Photo/Saul Loeb, Pool to marry the rapist. Her plight was highlighted SECRETARY OF State Hillary Rodham Clinton and prodemocracy opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi shake hands in a documentary that the prior to dinner at the U.S. Chief of Mission Residence in Ran- European Union blocked because it feared the women goon, Myanmar, Thursday. featured in the film would be in danger if it were shown. More than 5,000 people recently signed a petition urging Karzai to release the woman. She had the man’s child while in prison and raised her daughter behind bars, which is common among women imprisoned in Afghanistan. A statement released by Karzai’s office says that after YANGON, Myanmar (AP) Suu Kyi’s home, they noted — Hillary Rodham Clinton that Suu Kyi has a poster dined Thursday with former signed by Clinton and former political prisoner Aung San Secretary of State Madeline Suu Kyi, forcefully underscor- Albright. Suu Kyi said she has ing a U.S. challenge to Myan- read books written by both mar’s leaders on her historic Clinton and her husband, forvisit: The new civilian gov- mer President Bill Clinton. ReATLANTA (AP) — Four ernment must expand recent porters were present for a few reforms, including the release moments of banter before din- Florida A&M University students have been expelled for of political prisoners, to im- ner. prove relations as it emerges U.S. officials warned that their role in what is believed from more than a half-cen- even the modest incentives to be a hazing death of a tury of repressive military Clinton offered to Myanmar’s marching band member, the rule. new, military-backed leaders latest blemish for a rich and “We believe that any politi- this week would come off the cherished institution at hiscal prisoner anywhere should table if the country fails the torically black colleges. Hazing is part of the price be released,” the U.S. secretary political-prisoners and other band members pay at HBCUs of state told reporters. “One po- tests of reform. litical prisoner is one too many In meetings with top Myan- to be part of a vaunted camin our view.” mar officials in the capital of pus tradition that eclipses the Clinton called Suu Kyi a Naypyidaw and then with Suu prestige and popularity of the personal inspiration, and her Kyi in the commercial hub of football team. Band members first meeting with the Nobel Yangon, Clinton said the coun- can endure anything from peace laureate was a highlight try’s leaders must end violent punching to paddling to being of her visit to the long-isolated campaigns against ethnic mi- forced to drink copious country also known as Burma. norities and break military amounts of water, all for a chance to perform in front of Suu Kyi, a prisoner for most of ties with North Korea the past two decades, was reClinton offered a small thousands of people at footleased from house arrest last package of rewards for steps ball games, parades and other year and is returning to poli- President Thein Sein and high-profile events. On HBCU campuses, band tics. other leaders have already The two women were to see taken but said the U.S. was not members are often given each other again on Friday. ready to lift tough sanctions on perks and treated like celebrities. Greeting one another at the country.
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hearing from judicial officials, the decision was made to forgive the rest of the sentence she received for having sex out of wedlock, a crime in Afghanistan. The presidential statement did not say when the woman was to be released or how much prison time had been pardoned. The woman told The Associated Press in an interview last month that she had hoped that attention generated by the EU film might help her get released. With the film blocked, she said that she was losing hope and considering marrying her rapist as a way out. She said her attacker was pressuring her to stop giving interviews. About half of the 300 to 400 women jailed in Afghanistan are imprisoned for so-called “moral crimes” such as sex outside marriage, or running away from their husbands, according to reports by the United Nations and research organizations. Fleeing husbands isn’t considered a crime in Afghanistan.
College band death casts shadow on rich tradition “If you were in the band, it was like you were a superstar,” said Fontreia James, a piccolo player for three years in the marching band at Jackson State University in Mississippi. “People don’t come to the games to see the football team. People come to see the band.” In the fall, halftime is game time for the band and fans at HBCUs, which are mostly in the South. Few people leave to get refreshments or take a bathroom break. The crowd cheers and applauds as the band high-steps out onto the field, dancing and marching in sync in elaborate formations, playing songs ranging from traditional marching band numbers to Motown hits to today’s chart-toppers. They do it week after week in heavy uniforms, holding instruments in the blazing heat.
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This Evening • Hope in Recovery, similar to traditional “12Step” programs to confront destructive habits and behaviors, meets at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 E. 4th St., Greenville, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call (937) 548-9006. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Staying Clean for the Weekend, meets at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 230 E. Poplar St. Enter on Miami Street).
Saturday Morning • Agape Distribution’s mobile rural food pantry will be in Port Jefferson from 9 to 11 a.m. and in Maplewood from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Saturday Evening • The Sidney-Shelby County Chess Club, Checkmates, meets at 7 p.m. at the library at the Dorothy Love Retirement Community. All skill levels are welcome. For more information, call 497-7326. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Saturday Night Live, meets at 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 120 W. Water St.
Sunday Afternoon • Shelby county Deer Hunters holds its monthly Sunday Rifle Shoot at 7988 Johnston-Slagle Road beginning at 1 p.m. Program — one round at five different targets, pays three places. Points awarded to members for end-of-the-year trophy. Open to the public.
Sunday Evening • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Never Alone, Never Again, meets at 6:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, 320 E. Russell Road.
Monday Afternoon • Sidney Rotary Club meets at noon at CJ’s Highmarks. For more information on activities or becoming a member, contact Scott Barhorst at 4920823. • The New Knoxville Community Library hosts Storytime for children 3, 4 and 5 and not yet in kindergarten from 1 to 1:30 p.m.
Monday Evening • The New Bremen public Library will host a family craft at 6 p.m. for parents and children. Registration required: call (419) 629-2158. • The New Knoxville Community Library hosts Storytime for children 3, 4 and 5 and not yet in kindergarten from 6 to 6:30 p.m. • Minster Historical Society meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Minster Historical Society Museum, 112 Fourth St., Minster. • Women of the Moose meets at 7 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, on the corner of Broadway Avenue and Russell Road. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Vision of Hope, group meets at 7 p.m. at Russell Road Christian Center, 340 W. Russell Road. • Overeaters Anonymous, a 12-step program for anyone desiring to stop eating compulsively, meets at 7 p.m. at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 1505 S. Main St., Bellefontaine. • Sidney Boy Scout Troop 97 meets at 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. All new members are welcome. For more information, call Tom Frantz at 492-7075. • TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 7 p.m. at Faith Alliance Church, New Knoxville Road, New Bremen. • Anna Civic Association meets at 7:30 p.m. at the Anna Library. New members with new ideas always are welcome.
Tuesday Morning • The F.J. Stallo Memorial Library of Minster will host Storytime for children 3, 4 and 5 from 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Tuesday Afternoon • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Addicts at Work, meets at noon at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 120 W. Water St.
Tuesday Evening • Head, Neck and Oral Cancer Support Group for patients and care givers meets at St. Rita’s Regional Cancer Center in the Garden Conference Room from 5 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call (419) 227-3361. • PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) meets at 6 p.m. in the second floor board room of the Public Service Building on the OSU/Rhodes campus, 4240 Campus Drive, Lima. For information, call (419) 581-6065 or email pflag_lima@yahoo.com. • The Narcotics Anonymous group, Living the Basics, will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Apostolic Temple, 210 Pomroy Ave. • The New Bremen Public Library will hold Storytime at 6:30 p.m. All ages are invited to join in for stories, songs and more. • Asthma Awareness educational classes will be at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Registration is not required and the class is free. For information, call (419) 394-3335, ext. 2004. • Minster Veterans of Foreign Wars meets for lunch at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall on S. Cleveland Street, Minster. A meeting will follow the meal.
some After these holiday nice 60-degree dinners. weather, it has On the menu turned colder was turkey, again. The dressing, clouds look dark mashed potaso I wonder if we toes, gravy, will get some mixed vegetasnow soon. Other bles, corn, brocAmish than those few coli-cauliflower inches we had salad, potato Cook earlier this Lovina Eicher salad, vegwe month, etable dip and haven’t had any. The veggies, dill pickles, hot children are ready for peppers, tea, homemade some snow but I am glad wheat and white bread, it has held off. Quite a rhubarb jam and butter, few of the children need pumpkin roll, strawnew boots for the winter berry fruit pudding, and but so far it has not been an assortment of pies inpossible to buy some. cluding cherry, apple, Buying shoes and boots pecan, butterscotch and for 10 people can really chocolate pie along with add up in a hurry. This ice cream. We had a lot week, my husband Joe of leftovers and divided went back to work after them between our two being off for the Thanks- families for easy meals giving holiday. The chil- the next day. I fixed a 24dren are also back in pound turkey so we had school after being home plenty left for another last week. meal. The afternoon was Jacob, Emma, and spent playing games and family and our daugh- singing. Friday, we did ter’s friend, Timothy, the laundry and hung were our Thanksgiving some outside to dry and dinner guests. We some in the basement. opened our table all the The bed sheets dried reway and set it for the 18 ally nicely and smelled of us. It is getting a little fresh to put back on the crowded around the bed. While we were table with the children doing laundry, Joe’s sisall growing up so fast. ter, Esther, husband Emma and Jacob’s de- David, and another of ceased dear little Mari- Joe’s sisters, Susan, and lyn is also still missed at three sons came for a
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visit. Esther and David live in Ohio but were out here in Michigan visiting family. Susan has a son who is the same age as son Kevin. Those two sure make a match in playing together. They were not ready to part when it was time for them to leave. Friday evening, we went to the visiting of our friend Linda, 61, who lost her battle to cancer. Our sympathy goes to the family. Saturday was spent just cleaning up the house and folding the laundry. The girls cleaned out some closets upstairs. We were glad to see our friend Ruth stop in after having not seen her in awhile. The children always enjoy the treats she brings. Sunday, we had a delicious brunch at Jacob and Emma’s house. They served biscuits, sausage gravy, eggs, potatoes, sausage links, cheese, hot peppers, pineapple sheet cake, milk, coffee, tea, rhubarb, grape, and V8 juices. It was a rainy day so the afternoon was mainly spent playing games like Battleship, Aggravation, Connect Four, Skipbo, and Mancala. The children wanted to go for a pony
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Christmas tea and talent auction. Members are asked to take homemade items or gifts to be auctioned and gifts for the veterans. Hostesses are Betty Knobeloch, Rosemary Jones, and Sandy Miller. Guests and prospective members are welcome.
Gardeners do trees for hospice Rainbow Gardeners have decorated 40 tabletop evergreen trees for distribution to Wilson Hospice patients. This is the 10th years that club members have provided such trees in a program called “Caring for Each Other.” “It has become a tradition,” said Joann Scott, director of Wilson Hos-
pice and Home Health Care. “Our staff and volunteers look forward to being able to provide these symbols of hope and holiday spirit to our patients,” she added. Hospice volunteers, coordinated by Terri Esser, will deliver the trees shortly after Thanksgiving.
Ostomy group to meet TROY — The MiamiShelby Ostomy Support Group will meet Dec. 7 for its annual Christmas dinner. The dinner will be at 5 p.m. at Logan’s Roadhouse on Ohio 41 in Troy. Reservations are requested to (937) 4404706 for an accurate count for reservations. The Ostomy Support
Group’s meetings are the first Wednesday of each month except January and July. Programs provide information and support to ostomates and their families, and are beneficial to health care professionals as well. For more information on the group, call (937) 4404706.
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Induction rites Frank Enyart (left), 16, receives a candle from Sidney High School National Honor Society Treasurer Jonathan Bowers, 18, both of Sidney, as Enyart, along with other students, is inducted into the society recently. Enyart is the son of Frank and Valarie Enyart. Bowers is the son of Carlton Bowers and Carolyn Kindell.
Church group packs boxes ORAN — The Oran Christian Church Women packed boxes for 60 children for the Operation Christmas Child program and participated in an auction featuring auctioneer Steve Knouff during meetings in November and October, reports said. President Rosemary Knouff presided over the meetings. Becky Jelley offered devotions and re-
ports were made by Secretary Amy Ayers, Treasurer Joni Robinson, and Carol Wolaver. Wolaver was hostess of the October meeting. Knouff was hostess of the November meeting. The next meeting will be Dec. 14. Knouff will share devotions, Bonnie Wenrick will present the program and Judy McCorkle will serve as hostess.
PIQUA — Edison Community College will present its annual Holiday Evening at Edison Dec. 9 at the Piqua campus. The night’s entertainment is headlined by big band crooner Matt Belsante, who will take the audience on a journey through the swing era in a show that encompasses the jazz and pop scene reminiscent of the style of the crooners of the 1940s and ’50s. Proceeds from the event support Edison’s general scholarship fund. “Matt is going to bring a great show and lots of energy to this year’s Holiday Evening at Edison,” said Terri Jacomet, vice president for institutional advancement. “This is the 14th year for the event, and we con-
Bellefontaine displays Grammy winner’s art BELLEFONTAINE — The Logan County Art League in cooperation with the Holland Theatre, will exhibit the artwork of singer-songwriter and Grammy Award-winner Barbara Bailey Hutchison at the Gallery at the Holland from until Dec. 17. In anticipation of her holiday performance at the Holland Theatre Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m., Hutchison will have sev-
eral of her paintings on display. She works mainly in water media. Portraits of people and animals are among her favorite subjects. About her portraits, the artist said, “I love to paint heads. While some call such paintings portraits, I consider a portrait to be more of a precise visual representation of a real person. My heads are a little less
Senior Center plans Chamber urges help holiday dinner for Holiday Food Train dance NEW BREMEN — members who invested
The Senior Center of Sidney and Shelby County, 304 S. West Ave., will host a Christmas dinner and dance Dec. 9. Tickets are no longer available for dinner dance only tickets are still for sale. Dance only tickets will be available at the
door that night. Tickets can be purchased at the senior center. Dance only tickets cost $5 for members, $7 for nonmembers. The dinner begins at 6 p.m. The dance begins at 7 p.m. Bill Corfield will provide music for the dance.
St. Nick to visit Right to Life will host a visit from St. Nicholas at its thrift store, Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The event is in conjunction with downtown Sidney’s “Christmas of Yesteryear” celebration. In Christian tradition, the feast of the fourthcentury St. Nicholas of Myra is Dec. 6. It was Nicholas’s gifts to children in need that gave rise to the custom of Santa Claus. St. Nick will offer candy to children and
the shop’s toys will be available for a small requested donation. There will also be lifethemed tree ornaments and Christmas cards available. Thrift store manager Ann Cordonnier said she hopes families will “come in to have some fun and pick up some bargain Christmas gifts.” The Right to Life thrift store is at 102 E. Poplar St. Its mission is to provide low-cost baby items and clothing to area families.
tinue to strive to bring entertaining and engaging acts to the community. This event is a great way for us to say, ‘thank you,’ to the community and a wonderful opportunity for those in our area to support our current and future students.” The evening’s events will begin at 6:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and wine, followed by Belsante’s performance at 8 p.m. After the concert, desserts and coffee will be served. Reservations are limited for this black tie-optional event. Benefactor tickets are $100, patron tickets are $150 and a patron table for eight is $1,200. To reserve a seat, call (937) 778-7805 or go to the website www.edisonohio.edu/holidayevening.
Southwestern The Auglaize County Chamber of Commerce is participating in the WCSM Holiday Food Train this year. “We’re thrilled to be helping to re-stock our local food pantries once again this year,” said Scott Frey, Chamber of Commerce executive director. “There is a collection bin located at Wagner’s IGA in Minster, and people can drop off nonperishable food items there.” WCSM will distribute all the collected food items at the Call Food Pantry in Celina and Agape Ministries in St. Marys. WCSM has collection bins in various locations around Mercer and Auglaize Counties. Visit www.wcsmradio.com for more details. “We were able to make this possible only through the kind support of a few chamber
in the project,” said Frey. “The law firm of Faulkner, Garmhausen, Keister and Shenk, Grand Lake Health System, Minster Bank, NK Telco and Westaff St. Marys stepped up to the plate to help out.” WCSM will be at Wagner’s IGA in Minster for a live remote broadcast Tuesday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. to help spread the word about the Holiday Food Train. Frey said, “Make sure you bring food items for donation so we can help folks during the holidays.”
literal. I seek to capture the emotion, the light, the character, an essence of my subject that perhaps lies beneath the surface.” The public can meet Hutchison Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. The Gallery at the Holland is at 127 E. Columbus Ave. The Gallery is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
QUICK READS Anna FFA wins third place ANNA — The Anna High School FFA Ag Issues Team competed Nov. 12 in a state competition and placed third overall. The team’s topic was food safety in specialty crops. Members competed in front of a panel of judges discussing pros and cons of their topic. The Anna team consisted of Summer McCracken, Devon Alexander and Shawnie Rump. Craig Berning also helped in researching. Ag Issues teaches students about researching and presenting.
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TROY — The TroyHayner Cultural Center, 301 W. Main St., Troy, will open the doors to the public for the annual open house for the holiday season from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The events are free and open to the public. The house will be decorated by local organizations, entrepreneurs and decorators around the “Christmas in the Woods” theme. Decorations include at least seven Christmas trees and an exhibit of winter wildlife paintings by George R. Stum, a wildlife artist with a gallery in Tipp City. The public can enjoy the entire house and exhibits from Saturday through noon on Dec. 31 during regular open hours which are Tuesday - Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Thursday 7 to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. The Center closes at noon on Christmas Eve and New Year¹s Eve and is closed on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Saturday is Children’s Day from 1 to 5 p.m. Cyndy Shreffler¹s ballet students will present a dance recital at 1 p.m. Madcap Productions Puppet Theatre Company will present “Jack and the Gentle Giant” at 2 p.m. and again at 3:30 p.m. This touring children’s theater company from Cincinnati combines giant puppets with actors to create a unique style of puppet theatre. Puppet characters can reach up to 12 feet tall and utilize a variety of puppet styles including hand, rod, body and backpack. The performances are free and open to the public, however, due to limited seating, show tickets are required. Show tickets will be available, on a limited basis, at the center beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday. Everyone should take a camera for the arrival of Santa Claus at 2:15 p.m. when children are invited to sit with the jolly old elf and share their wish lists. The whole family can enjoy making their own holiday art projects while waiting to see Santa. Sunday, the house will be open to the public from 1 to 5 p.m. with special musical performances by the Troy High School Show Choir, under the direction of Rachel Sagona, at 1 p.m. and live performances by musicians from the Friends of Hayner “Holidays at Hayner” CD. Performers include Jimmy Felts at 1:30 p.m., Lamp Post 4 barbershop quartet at 2 p.m., David Wion and vocalists Linda Lee Jolly followed by baritone Greg Ashe at 2:30 p.m., singer Betty Tasker at 3 p.m., hammered dulcimer/guitar duo Dul-C-Daze at 3:30 p.m. and pianist David Wion at 4 p.m. The CD will be available for purchase for $15. For more information regarding these free events and to receive a listing of events taking place at the Hayner Center, call (937) 339-0457 or visit www.troyhayner.org.
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MELANIE YORK (l-r) walks with her daughter Corinne York, 3, who has type 1 diabetes, and Katelyn Bayhan, 17, all of Jackson Center, at the Jackson Center High School gym Nov. 22 to show support for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Corinne is the daughter of Allen York. Bayhan is the daughter of Jay and Kristi Bayhan.
FCCLA members hold programs for diabetes awareness JACKSON CENTER — Juvenile diabetes is growing at an alarming rate and has hit home for Jackson Center Local Schools. In this small district of approximately 550 students, four students are dealing with the daily trials of the disease.Among these students is a 3 year old who wears an insulin pump every day, up to a senior who has quietly managed his disease since early middle school. FCCLA members Arielle Haynes and Leslie Chandler felt empowered to raise awareness, support and funds for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. This has led the FCCLA to carry out a monthly project to promote the cause. In September, students hosted a “jar war” and bake sale among the student body, raising more than $130. FCCLA member then took the money to the JDRF Walk for the Cure the last weekend in September. “We were amazed at how big the event was. It was overwhelming to know that so many people silently deal with the disease every day. It really makes you take to heart the message ‘watch what you eat’,” Chandler said. In October, members took a science fair type board with information about diabetes to home volleyball games to increase awareness. In November, members hosted a walk at the end of the school day to
support JDRF. In addition, a T-shirt contest was held among those walkers who wished to participate. The project will come to a close on Dec. 11, when the FCCLA will host a “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree for JDRF” at Jackson Center Schools from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. FCCLA members will be collecting pledges, and one member will be in the rocking chair by the Christmas tree at all times for 10 hours. The day will also include games, dancedance competition, karaoke, free crafts for children, holiday music, snacks, raffle drawings and more. There is no charge for the event. Small fees are associated with some activities and the raffle. Persons interested in donating to the event are asked to call Jackson Center School and ask for Vicki Kipker. The students have been working with Linda Barhorst, diabetic education from Wilson Memorial Hospital, and Janis winner, from Upper Valley Medical Center, to gain information for the project. Among the gifts donated for the raffle are gift baskets from Linda Barhorst, and a “31” gift from Kristi Bayhan. “This is the lease we can do for our fellow students, and people all around the world, who live with this disease. You never know when something like this will hit home,” Haynes said.
MONTRA — The congregation of the Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church has had a lot to celebrate. The Montra house of worship just observed its 150th anniversary on Nov. 6. The observance was marked by having 150 American flags planted in the shape of a cross. That was followed by an appearance by Kenneth Hammeretree, of Ashland, who portrayed Martin Luther. Luther translated the Bible into German, and his actions eventually resulted in the founding of the Lutheran Church. A special service followed, featuring a sermon by Pastor Suzanne Dillahunt, assistant to the bishop. At noon, the congregation enjoyed a carry-in dinner. That was followed by a balloon launch and music by the Porch Light Ministry. Church member Bob Ambos, whose ancestors attended Emanuel, gave a special slide presentation. Ambos has a set of slides from photos regarding church history, including those taken when the church observed its 100th anniver-
Holiday decorating nominations accepted JACKSON CENTER —The village of Jackson Center plans to recognize residents who best contribute to the holiday atmosphere and beauty of Jackson Center during the holiday season through the use of lights and decorations. To nominate someone, complete a form and return it to the village office by Dec. 15. The prizes to be awarded are as follows: First place: All of December’s electric bill paid by the village of Jackson Center (up to $250); second place: half of December’s electric bill paid by the village of Jackson Center (up to $125); third place: onefourth of December’s electric bill paid by the village of Jackson Center (up to $75). Nomination forms are available at the village office and at www.jacksoncenter.com.
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KENNETH NEFF Hammontree, of Ashland, gives a performance as Martin Luther at Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Montra as part of the church’s 150th anniversary celebration Nov. 6. sary. Pictures showed a horse and buggy brought to the site, and the burning of a small structure to commemorate the destruction of the original Emanuel Church. Church member Rose Hawkins has provided a wealth of information gathered by the congregation. The church was founded by people of German heritage from the area known as Alsace-Lorain. She was joined on the Anniversary Committee by chairperson Jancis York, Robert Burch, Cheri Davis and Lucille Haas. The church was organized on Sept. 8, 1861. For the first three years, services were held in a storeroom. Next, land was purchased from John Linker for $40, and a church was built for a modest sum of $700, supplemented by donations of labor and lumber. The humble structure had no steeple or belfry. The builder was J.M.T. Korn. Fate would provide for a short life for the building: in 1871, the church was destroyed when a fire broke out during a funeral service. The altar, pulpit and benches were rescued. By 1873, a new
church was constructed on the same spot in the middle of the cemetery. The new 50- by 32-foot structure was completed with a steeple and a bell to call the faithful to worship, a practice still in effect today. Structural changes took place in 1899; a new vestibule was added, as well as the larger, current bell. In addition, new pews were purchased and are still in use today. In 1894, a major change took place in the manner of worship. The custom had been for all services to be observed in the German language. Recognizing the changing times, the congregation began holding one service per month in English. Hawkins’ records indicate that sometime between 1913 and 1921, another change resulted in holding German services just once per month. Two other Lutheran churches in the area joined Emanuel in 1894 to form the Montra Parish. The St. Mark and Clay Township congregations joined with Emanuel in an arrangement that lasted for 117 years. Another major change
to the structure occurred in 1923, and it was a bold renovation. Church members dug a basement (by hand) at the bottom of the small hill upon which the church rested. The structure was then moved 300 feet and placed on the basement, its current location. At the same time, stained glass windows were added, along with a choir room to finish the church and complement its very attractive sanctuary. That move freed up space in the cemetery, which is why new graves are found in the middle section. That cemetery is where aviation pioneer Milton Korn is buried. The church maintains a small museum to honor its history, and it includes a model of the church as it appeared before being moved down the hill. The building was placed on the national Historical Registry in 1982. In 2011, St. Jacobs Church joined with Emanuel and St. Mark to form a parish. Their new Pastor Shannon Vogelezang serves all three churches. This is now the only “three-point’ parish in the Ohio South West Synod.
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Taking part in the Sidney Kiwanis and Sidney High Key Club Spaghetti Dinner are (l-r) Merrill Asher, Key Club member Marissa Jones, 17, Bob Guillozet, Key Club member Jonathan Bowers, 18, and DiAnne Karas, all of Sidney. The Spaghetti Dinner will be held Tuesday from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the Sidney High School cafeteria before the Sidney High School basketball game. Jones is the daughter of Teresa Hecht. Bowers is the son of Carlton Bowers and Carolyn Kindell.
5.22 inches of rain, snow falls in November The month of November started routinely enough, but eventually produced rain events totaling 5.22 inches and the first accumulating snowfall of the 20112012 winter season. At least a trace of precipitation was recorded on 15 of the month’s 30 days. Major events produced totals of 0.68 inches on Nov. 27, 0.65 inches changing to snow on the 28th and 0.89 inches Nov. 29. November’s rainfall swelled the year’s pre-
cipitation total to 5.88 inches. Temperatures during the month ranged from a high reading of 71 degrees Nov. 14 to the month’s lowest reading, 23 degrees on the final day of the month. An earlier 25 degree reading was recorded Nov. 18. Weather information is provided by the Sidney Wasterwater Treatment plant, Shelby official County’s weather recording station.
Fairlawn BOE to meet Thursday During its Thursday meeting at 7:30 p.m.. the Fairlawn Board of Education will set a date, time and location for its organizational meeting in 2012 and elect a president pro tempore for the meeting. The board will also
discuss employment, accept a bid for a new school bus, discuss fall sports and Race to the Top and approve the district’s application for three waiver days. The meeting will include an executive session to discuss employment.
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PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) Keep an eye on your cash, because you might find money or you might lose money. Guard your possessions against loss or theft. YOU BORN TODAY You’re a complex person who guards his or her privacy. You often cultivate a particular technique or talent, to an excellent degree. You hone your craft. This is why you’re very absorbed with your work or your career. And you’re highly creative! What you create is important to you. In the year ahead, a major change might take place, perhaps as significant as something that happened around 2003. Birthdate of: Ozzy Osbourne, singer; Daryl Hannah, actress; Brendan Fraser, actor.
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The Lehman Catholic High School chapter of the National Honor Society recently selected new members. The traditional tapping ceremony was held during a school assembly just prior to the Thanksgiving recess. A formal induction ceremony will be held on Sunday afternoon, February 5, 2012, in the school’s Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Chapel. Current National Honor Society officers will preside over the ceremony. Students are selected as candidates for membership based on qualities specified by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Those qualities include scholarship, leadership, character, and service. Seniors selected as new members include Dan Deafenbaugh, Amelia Schultz, and Haleigh Spicer. Juniors selected for membership are Dan Davis, Sloane Glover, Tharon Goins, Jacob Haller, and Dylan Long. New members are first eligible as sophomores. Sophomores selected include MaKenna Cabe, Millie Cartwright, Jordi Emrick, Grace Frantz, Lauren Goettemoeller, Sarah Gravunder, Julia Harrelson, Katie Heckman, Emily Hoersten, John Husa, Grace Jackson, Abigail Kramer, Jenna Kronenberger, Kristopher Lee, Kevin McElroy, Quinn Monnin, Abby O’Connell, Erica Paulus, Meghan Safreed, Marla Schroeder, Olivia Sehlhorst, Elaina Snyder, Lauren Vanderhorst, Alia Whitney, and Grace Winhoven. The current officers of the Lehman Catholic Chapter of the National Honor Society include President David Freytag, Vice-president Colleen Kinninger, Secretary Lexie Froning and Treasurer Maria Yannucci. Members are involved in peer tutoring, organize the Thanksgiving food drive, and assiste in cleaning the gymnasium after basketball games. Mathematics Department Chair Pam Wendel serves as the faculty advisor for the Lehman Catholic Chapter of the National Honor Society.
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I N O UR V IEW Your hometown newspaper since 1891 Frank Beeson/Regional Group Publisher Jeffrey J. Billiel/Editor and Publisher Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Toy drive worthy of local support Christmas is a special time for most people, especially children. But imagine a Christmas morning when youngsters have little or nothing in the way of gifts. That could be the situation in a number of Shelby County households this year because of the continuing high unemployment rate, causing families to struggle for basic necessities and leaving little for luxuries such as toys. Fortunately, a safety net exists locally to ensure that all youngsters have a memorable holiday, but it depends on the generosity of local citizens who may have a little to spare. The Salvation Army’s Christmas Assistance Program is designed to help families and individuals during the holiday period — and especially to ensure that children are not forgotten. In addition to the familiar kettle drive which is now going on, the Salvation Army will team up with Hits 105.5 for a “Stuff the Bus” new toy drive next Friday, Dec. 9. The Salvation Army bus will be parked at Walmart that day from 6 a.m. to midnight to collect new toys that will ultimately end up under the trees of struggling families. The drive, which is also supported by the Sidney Daily News and Sidney
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Historical Shelby County buildings: Something to be proud of “I would just nowhere in any love to get inof Wesley’s six side that points does it house.” I heard forbid trying to this statement gain entrance more than once inside an archigrowing up. You tectural gem. see, my mother It’s easy to was a lover of research Greatbeautiful buildThe road Stone Castle ings, and I inwith the assisless herited the tance of the traveled Shelby County curiosity about Christina “what’s inside” Historical Socifrom her. ety’s website Ryan This past since there is Claypool summer when I an archived armoved to Shelby ticle titled, “GreatStone County, this innate inCastle - 1895,” written quisitiveness made it by Sherrie Casadincredibly difficult for Lodge. me to not just walk up “…Whitby Place was to the door of the Great- conceived and designed Stone Castle and ask to by W.H.C. Goode, one of have a peek inside. It’s the wealthiest men in rather amazing that to Shelby County…the some area folks, this owner of the American magnificent 17,000 Steel Scraper Comsquare foot limestone pany,” writes Casadhome is just part of the Lodge. For 80 years, the landscape. But to me, Goode family made like many of the other their home in the manincredible historical sion. Then from 1974 buildings in Shelby until 1990, The Way InCounty it is a treasure ternational oversaw the to behold. residence. In 1990, it On a gorgeous sunwas renamed the Greatlight afternoon early Stone Castle by Ray this fall, my spouse reand Alma Willis who beluctantly drove me up came the building’s the castle’s steep drive- owners. way hoping to placate In 1994, current ownmy desire to learn more ers, Fred and Victoria about the majestic Keller purchased Greatstructure. But like most Stone as an events cen“old” journalists, this ter/bed and breakfast. only fueled the fire. Since that time there Don’t get me wrong, have been hundreds of I’m not a nosy person by weddings there. In benature. I intensely dis- tween there must have like gossip, and keep a been babies born, young copy of theologian John folks falling in love, old Wesley’s 1752 Anti-Gos- people dying and countsip Pact tucked away in less holiday celebramy Bible. The first prin- tions. In other words, ciple of the pact is, “that the Castle has been the we will not listen or setting for the joyful willingly inquire after and tragic events that ill concerning one anwe all experience, other.” However, whether wealthy or
Walmart, is an opportunity for everyone to help brighten the lives of local children in what otherwise could be a joyless season. The Salvation Army last year provided toys to 850 local kids up to age 12, along with gifts to 126 teenagers. A total of 438 families were served under the program. This year the need is reportedly even greater, with more toys and financial donations required to ensure no one is forgotten. Many people become aware of the Salvation Army during the holiday period, but the agency serves the community quietly all year long in a variety of ways. At Christmas, though, they are committed to filling a special need. This is the quintessential meaning of the Christian holiday, which itself represents the ultimate gift to mankind. We encourage local residents to support the “Stuff the Bus” campaign next Friday by purchasing a toy and delivering it to the bus at Walmart. They will also accept cash donations which will be used to purchase gifts. We commend the Salvation Army and the local radio station for their commitment to the community and to the worAt a local keep talented thy goal of making food pantry, I students from Christmas shine in the met an Ohio receiving a coleyes of young children. family who lege education. were longtime As citizens, we volunteers. can also volunWhile they teer at community centers, Dewey stifled were used to The photo of collecting places of worhis laughter Emily Stickles canned goods ship, schools, Brown and disappointsat on the nightand senior citiment. Hey, this and sorting stand next to reports through boxes zen homes to is the little Dewey’s bed. game we play, I of donations for Sherrod Brown make sure our They weren’t U.S. Senator guess. yet to the stage their neighbors neighbors have Home “Actually, I in their relationin need, they enough to eat Country do, sometimes. were not used to turn- during the holiday seaship, if that’s what they have, Slim Randles I’m shoveling it ing to the food bank for son and throughout the into a truck. where they pose help themselves. Unfor- year. Sometimes it’s very diffi- tunately, due to ecofor picture together or But private citizens cult because the manure nomic hard times, this where he could ask her shouldn’t have to go it for one. That would be a fork is really big, and I family went from being alone. In Washington, dead giveaway, of course, dream it’s twice that big volunteers at the food we need to address the that he looked on her as and my back aches ….” banks to recipients of rising income inequality “Wait a minute while more than a … profesassistance from the food that has led to a shrinkI get some paper….so sional counselor? Yeah, banks. ing middle class and you’re saying this fixamaybe. Scarcity is a fact of slow economic recovery. tion of yours has become What he had done is life for too many AmeriThat comes down to prifind the county’s employ- a burden, right? It’s cans in urban areas, orities — do we conweighing you down. It’s ees on the internet and tinue to support extra keeping you from fulfill- rural communities, then had conned Dud’s small towns, and big tax breaks for millioning your promise?” wife, Anita Campbell, cities alike. Today more aires or do we invest in “My promise?” into turning Emily’s than 1.7 million resources that create “To yourself. To the mug shot into something Ohioans live in poverty jobs and help Amerihe could frame. He blew world. Your dreams are and 16 percent of Ohio cans who are strugtelling you that getting it a kiss and turned off rid of the cow manure in families don’t know the light. Two hours gling? your mind will lead to later, his phone rang. where they will get In 1965, Dr. Martin “Dewey? Emily. I hope better things.” their next meal. One Luther King Jr. delivDewey grinned. you don’t mind me callout of every 12 of Ohio’s ered the commencement “That’s why my truck ing this late.” senior citizens lives in address at Antioch Uni“No problem.” He sat has a dump bed, Emily.” poverty. versity in Yellow “Oh that’s wonderful! up in bed and switched Alleviating hunger in Springs, the alma mater So you picture the truck America — including on the light. of his wife, Coretta tipping up and getting “It’s just that I was hunger for food, work, Scott King. On the rid of all of it at once?” wondering something and a fair shot at promoral question of con“Quite often.” …” viding for loved ones — fronting poverty, Dr. Dewey could hear a Oh wow. She’s wonrequires addressing the King said, “There is no lot of pencil scratching dering something, deficit in human reon her end of the phone. shortages many workDewey thought. She’s ing and middle-class sources. The deficit is in “Dewey? Thanks for wondering if we could human will.” taking the time to share families face. have dinner again toHere’s what we can Our nation’s prosperyour feelings with me.” morrow night. She’s ity depends on a strong “Why sure, Emily. Any do: as citizens, we can wondering if I like chiltutor, spend time with middle class, and the time.” dren. an elderly neighbor and opportunity for Ameri“Sweet dreams, “Yes, Emily? donate items to local cans to join the middle Dewey.” “Well, I was wonderclass. “That won’t be a prob- food pantries. We can ing if you ever dream lem, Emily,” he said, about … you know, cow work to improve ecoAnd our state’s smiling. “Good night.” manure?” nomic conditions that strength has always
Manure of my dreams
poor. It is the history that those old walls have seen that is so intriguing. Speaking of old walls that could talk, there are many other historic Shelby County buildings. After all, tour buses filled with folks come from all other to see the 1917 Peoples Federal Savings and Loan Association in downtown Sidney designed by famous architect Louis H. Sullivan. Recently, I found myself mesmerized by Sullivan’s incredible eye for detail evident in the prominently displayed safe, and the intricate stained glass skylight and windows. When Joshua Buehler noticed me hanging around his establishment’s lobby, I quickly explained that I was taking a self-guided tour. Buehler, who is the assistant vice president of the Savings and Loan smiled, and gave me a brochure about the building’s history, while politely answering a few of my questions. When exiting, I bumped into Tom Westerheide, president of Developers Inc., who was kind enough to share about a few other notable buildings within walking distance. He explained a bit about the majestic courthouse just across the street, and then pointed to the 1877 Monumental Building honoring Civil War veterans on the other corner. Westerheide remarked about the painstaking attention to detail by those involved in the restoration and maintenance of these downtown masterpieces.
“The community has done a good job of preserving a lot of our historical buildings,” said the Sidney businessman. Unlike the GreatStone Castle, these building are open to the public. However, to my great delight, a couple of weeks ago, due to a dinner hosted by the Shelby County Historical Society, my dream of seeing inside Greatstone Castle became a reality. The impressive woodwork, fireplaces, ornate staircase, high ceilings, and rooms gaily decorated for Christmas were a stunning sight to behold. In Shelby County there is much to be proud of, much to see, and some of it is free. For example, a perfect opportunity to pass on some rich tradition to our children will be on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. by attending the Shelby County Historical Society’s, “Christmas of YesterYear” Open House at the Ross Historical Center located at 201 N. Main St. in Sidney. There will be all kind of fun activities including making gingerbread houses, pottery, ornaments, and other exhibits. Call (937) 4981653 for more information. Until next time, remember there is beauty all around you. Sometimes, it is just too familiar to see. The writer is a freelance journalist and inspirational speaker who lives in Sidney. Contact her through her website at www.christinaryanclaypool.com
Addressing hunger in America been rooted in our residents and their rich spirit of volunteerism and service. As the holiday season approaches, Connie and I are grateful for the Ohioans who spend their time working in food pantries and food banks, and in schools, hospitals and senior centers. Such citizens are making heroic efforts to fight poverty and hunger. To our service members returning home for the holidays, and to our troops serving overseas, our thoughts and prayers remain with you and your families.
LETTER
These selfless Americans, like the family who continued to give back in their hour of need, remind us that across Ohio, there is no deficit of will. It reflects the fundamental character of who we are as Americans, and we affirm this each holiday season. Women and men in uniform who continue to serve our nation, families who continue to serve meals to our neighbors, and public servants who work to keep our communities safe prove that we have the will.
TO THE EDITOR
Support is appreciated To the editor: In this holiday season, I would like to express my personal appreciation as well as that of our board of trustees, staff, and our campaign volunteers for all the community has done to support our 2011 Shelby County United Way campaign. Even during these very difficult economic times you have proven that Shelby County is indeed a very generous community when it comes to “taking care of our own by Growing Together — the United Way!” We increased our goal this year to $1,300,000. Why? The goal was raised for the best reason possible — the needs in Shelby
County have increased and supporting our local agencies is very crucial. Through the generosity of all of you we announced at finale a current campaign raised projection of $1,312,821. As our community prepares for the holidays, here at the Shelby County United Way we appreciate all who gave. If you are considering a gift to the United Way, it will be added into this campaign. I am truly grateful for your support and encouragement. Blessings to you all! Bob Parker Executive Director Shelby County United Way 121 E. North St.
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Dec. 2, 1911 Blanche Douglas, 13year-old girl of Quincy, who risked her life to save her brother from LOCAL OUTLOOK harm and in so doing was struck by a Big Four train and serious, although not fatally hurt, will not be rewarded for her deed of heroism by the Carnegie Dry weather continues for Hero Commission. The the Miami Valley, and temper- letter of explanation received from the manager will atures of the commission moderate a bit today, pointed out that acts of coming up heroism involving memnear norbers of one’s immediate mal valfamily are not recognized u e s . by the commission for Highs will awards. be in the
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Liver fat can cause damage DEAR DR. holic drinks a day. DONOHUE: I If he doesn’t have a single, 50abuse alcohol and year-old son who does have elehad an emervated liver engency gallbladder zymes in the operation a few blood, then your years ago. The son could have surgeon reNAFLD, nonalcomarked that he To your holic fatty liver had a fatty liver. disease. It’s comgood His own doctor mon, and hapdismissed any health pens mostly to treatment. I am obese people. concerned. My Dr. Paul G. NAFLD can, in Donohue son is 6 feet 4 turn, progress to inches and weighs a more serious condition around 170 pounds. He called NASH, nonalcocooks some, but he also holic steatohepatitis. eats out. I do not think “Steato” is fat, and “hehis doctor is taking this patitis” is liver inflammaseriously. — G.S. tion. NASH happens to 5 ANSWER: If the diag- percent to 10 percent of nosis of fatty liver was those with NAFLD. (Am I made only by a glance at losing everyone with the liver during an oper- these acronyms?) NASH, ation, I would ask for in turn, can further more proof of it. Your son progress to liver cirrhosis. can have a blood test that High blood pressure, dialooks for an elevation of betes, high blood triglycliver enzymes. That erides as well as being would be a start in con- overweight are factors firming the fatty liver di- that favor such a progresagnosis. sion. Does your son drink If I were your son, I’d much alcohol? Alcohol in ask my doctor for a blood excess is a big cause of test to show the liver’s liver fat. He should drink health or lack thereof. no more than two alco- The test is liver enzymes.
It’s not expensive. It’s done by all labs. The steps that I would then take would depend on what the liver tests showed. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am in fairly good health for my 90 years. What I would like to know is, What does salt do to the body, or how does it help it? I looked in my medical book but couldn’t find any useful information. I was once low on salt, or so my blood test showed. The doctor had me drink Gatorade. My stomach doesn’t like all that salt. I never have eaten much salt. — M.S. ANSWER: Salt, sodium chloride, helps keep the body’s fluid levels at an optimum volume. It keeps blood pressure from dropping too low. The sodium and chloride of salt maintain the body’s electrical balance. Sodium has a positive charge; chloride a negative one. Salt keeps muscles working and participates in the transmission of nerve signals. Too much salt, on the
other hand, is a factor in raising blood pressure. Most of us get far too much. Has your sodium been rechecked? You might not have to continue with Gatorade if it has. Gatorade was designed for heavily sweating athletes to keep them from dehydrating. It has sodium, chloride and potassium in it, along with some carbohydrates. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Please look at the enclosed report and tell me what you think. I had a concussion and took this brain scan. How serious is the hemorrhage reference? — V.R. ANSWER: In the first paragraph of the report, “no” precedes hemorrhage. In the second paragraph, a passing reference is made to “occasional micro hemorrhages.” Tiny blood vessels have broken. If that happened in the skin, you’d have an almost invisible bruise. I don’t know your age, but this finding could be said of many older people. It’s not a worry.
75 Years
Dec. 2, 1936 The timely discovery of a fire in the rear of the Smoke House cigar and pool room in the K. of C. building, at the northeast corner of the public square, at an early hour this morning, no doubt prevented a disastrous fire. The blaze was discovered by Carl (Joc) Carter about 5 o’clock, while he and Policeman Guy Roach were near the rear of the building. Two of the rooms in the building are being temporarily used by the fourth and fifth grades of Holy Angels School while the new building is under construction. ——— Miss Louis Gaier was crowned “Miss Sidney” in the competitive Beauty Parade held last evening in the Sidney High school auditorium, in which 36 young ladies of the city participated. Miss Virginia Sexauer took second honors with third place going to Miss Loretta Lamping. The participants in the affair, sponsored by the Business Girls Association, represented different Sidney merchants.
50 Years Dec. 2, 1961 Cadet Gerald W. Westerbeck, in his junior year at the Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colo., will be among those appearing on the television show “Candid Camera,” tomorrow evening, according to word received by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Millard Westerbeck, R.R. 1, Anna. The show, which will be seen locally at 10 p.m. on Channel 7, is a salute to
the U.S. Air Force Academy cadets, and centers around Dorothy Collins presenting some of the fledgling airmen with a loving cup that none of them seem able to lift. ——— When members of Sidney’s city council approved by voters in last month’s off-year general election are officially seated during their first regular meeting of their terms Monday night, a heavy schedule of business is in store for them. To receive the oath of office are Robert F. Kaser Sr., president of the council group whose terms expired Nov. 3; Miss Virginia Oldham, the former vice-chairman, and Peter J. Carolla, all counmembers; cil-at-large Walter O. Faulkner, Charles H. McCrate and Forest J. Friend, representing their respective wads, all re-elected, and the new member, Charles C. Williams, third ward representative.
25 Years Dec. 2, 1986 Michael “Mick” Brunswick, manager of the Mr. Shoppe, shows Ty Stewart, 520 Railroad St., a sweater. The new store in the Sidney Plaza held its grand opening Friday. The store specializes in casual and dress wear and also offers alterations and monogramming. ——— LOS ANGELES (AP) — Desi Arnaz, the Cuban-born entertainer who teamed with a redheaded comedian named Lucille Ball to become one of the giants of an infant television industry, died early today of cancer. He was 69. Arnaz was best known to hundreds of millions of TV viewers worldwide as the longsuffering Ricky Ricardo, husband of the wacky Lucy, on one of TV’s most beloved and longest-running shows, “I Love Lucy.”
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Mom fears her future plans have cast a pall on the present DEAR ABBY: ready to move A while back I yet, but I have told my family I gotten my famwas considering ily’s hopes up. I downsizing my did talk to one of life and made the them and felt rebig mistake of assured at the telling them I time, but I still want them to sense that there’s eventually have a change in how Dear my house. I also they perceive me Abby revealed the conand all of our fuAbigail tents of my will. tures now. Van Buren Now I feel exHow can I posed, uncomfortable undo the damage, knowand vulnerable — possi- ing I have to make sure bly even a bit paranoid I have enough money to that they might want to live on as well as provide have me “six feet under” for them when I’m gone? sooner than I should be. — FOOT-IN-MOUTH, I don’t think I am MASSACHUSETTS
DEAR F-IN-M: Two of the most sensitive subjects to discuss are death and money, and you deserve praise for having started the conversation. I disagree that making your intentions known instead of having them transmitted during a reading of your will was a mistake. Because you feel there may have been a misunderstanding, call a family meeting and clarify your message. Tell them your health is great, you have no plans to move in the near future and plan to live a long and
happy life. DEAR ABBY: My mother lives in an assisted living community in the memory care unit. During a recent visit, I became upset because the care staff addressed my mom as “Granny,” ”Grandma,” ”Mamma,” etc. Mother struggles with the time of day, the day of the week and sometimes forgets who we are — so I don’t see the benefit of using names other than her own. I think it is disrespectful, unacceptable and unprofessional. When I asked the at-
tendant to please address Mom as “Mrs. Smith” or “Ms. Ann,” she laughed and said, “Granny wouldn’t know who I was talking to if I called her by those names.” My siblings and I took this issue to the director, who told us we shouldn’t be hurt and that the staff was showing our mom she is loved. I am interested in knowing your opinion on this matter. — SHE HAS A NAME IN GEORGIA DEAR SHE HAS A NAME: Not knowing the national origin of the
attendants in your mother’s care unit I can’t be certain, but what you encountered may be a cultural difference. In other cultures, calling someone “Mama,” “Auntie” or “Grandma” is considered respectful. While it made YOU uncomfortable, if it didn’t have that effect on your mother, you should take your cue from the director of the facility. However, because you have formally requested that your mother be addressed by name, then that is what should be done in the future.
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2355 Wapakoneta Ave (across from Carriage Hill Apts.), Saturday, 9am-1pm. INSIDE SALE! Lots of NEW items & stocking stuffers! Bar lights, large selection hand tools, new Christmas lights, electrical & plumbing items, dining tables, men's & women's 1X-3X clothing.
All Display Ads: 2 Days Prior Liners For:
310 W. Main Street Anna, OH 45302 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Scioto Services a national criminal background check and drug test is required. EOE
PART-TIME PET CARE TECH DEPENDABLE person experienced in handling multiple pets. Duties include: • Feeding • Cleaning Call (937)492-7199
Paying Top Wages for Good HVAC and Plumbing Technicians
In Loving Memory of
Max L. Bell Who passed away one year ago today on December 2, 2010
Call, fax, or email for an appointment: Eisert Plumbing & Heating, Inc. 1103 Apollo Dr., Wapakoneta,Oh 45895 Phone: 419-738-8882 Fax: 419-738-9772 michele@ eisertplumbing.com
STNAs Full-Time Part-Time
8291 State Route 235 South, Quincy Ohio
2nd and 3rd Shift Positions Available
or call 937-585-5919
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Piqua Manor is seeking team oriented, professional, caring Nursing Assistants to be a part of our team. We offer: ✔Perfect Attendance Program ✔Weekend and Shift Differentials ✔FREE Meals ✔FREE Uniforms ✔401K Program ✔Affordable Health, Vision and Dental Insurances ✔Paid vacation, Double Time Pay for Holidays If interested, please stop by and fill out an application or call:
Drivers Needed We are in need of 4 experienced dedicated drivers out of our Troy Ohio location. With a class A CDL with two years recent driving experience. Must have good MVR and the desire to work in a fast pace environ ment. We offer group health, paid holidays, paid vacation, and 401k. Call Ed Kraetschmer at 419-453-2273 or cell 419-234-4267 ◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆❍◆
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Piqua Manor 1840 West High St Piqua, OH 45356
◆ Class A CDL required ◆ Great Pay and Benefits!
Phone: (937)773-0040 CDL Grads may qualify EOE
MANUAL LATHE and MILL OPERATOR Needed for full time day shift. Experienced required. Must be able to read blueprints and work independently. Pay based upon experience.
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1, 2 & 3 bedroom, appliances, fireplace, secure entry. Water & trash included, garages.
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free; I’m following the path God laid for me. I took His hand when I heard him call; I turned my back and left it all.
CAUTION
If my parting has left a void, Then fill it with remembered joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss; Ah yes, these things, I too, will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow; I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow. My life’s been full, I savored much, Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
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1 BEDROOM, $350. Stove, tor. Water paid. Miami, Sidney. (937)726-5460
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113 EAST Water Street, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 car garage, appliances, no pets, $395 month. Call (937)498-8000. 2 BEDROOM, 1 bath. $375 per month. Metro accepted. (937)538-0647 2 BEDROOM, 1.5 bath, half double, Court Street. Appliances, basement. Very clean, NO PETS. $435 plus utilities. (937)497-7200 2 BEDROOM apartments, 413/425 Fairview, Sidney, (by High School), stove, refrigerator, ca, w/d hookup, $450 monthly plus deposit (937)248-4000
(937)498-4747 Carriage Hill Apts. www.1troy.com 1 BEDROOM, good for one person. Stove and refrigerator included. $275 month. (419)303-6280 1 BEDROOM, large, North end, ca, appliances, garage, lawn care. $395 deposit. (937)489-1222
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2 BEDROOM, Botkins, ground-level. Stove, refrigerator included, electric heat, AC. No pets. $350, deposit (937)693-3752. 2 BEDROOM duplex, 1868 Shawnee Drive. Appliances, air, garage, lawncare provided. No pets, $575, (937)295-3325. 2 BEDROOM, on Collins, New updates, appliances, garage, A/C, washer/ dryer hook-up. $550 month. (419)629-3427 3 BEDROOM duplex, 2 baths, 2 car garage, all appliances including washer and dryer. 2471 Apache Drive. $695 + deposit. NO PETS, (937)726-0512. 3 BEDROOM in Sidney, upstairs, washer and dryer hook-up, $450. Call (937)658-3824 3 BEDROOM, Troy, new appliances, CA, carpet, kitchen cabinets, washer/dryer hook-up. $650 month, deposit, water & trash included. No pets. Metro and LTO accepted. (937)335-4633 A1, Totally remodeled, 2 Bedroom Townhouse, 1.5 baths, air, washer/ dryer hook-up, quiet location, No pets $445 month. ( 9 3 7 ) 2 9 5 - 2 1 3 1 (937)295-3157 AMHERST COUNTRY VILLAS $275 DEPOSIT!! 2 bedroom appliances, most utilities paid Laundry room on site NO PETS! $500 month (937)489-9921 ANNA, Large 3 Bedroom duplex, attached garage, no pets Move in Special gemstoneofanna.com (937)538-6793 COUNTRY SETTING 2 bedroom townhouse. No one above or below! Appliances, washer & dryer, fireplace, garage, water & trash included. (937)498-4747 www.1troy.com
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Sadly missed and much loved by Wife Ann, Steve, Ann, Meghan, Elise, Julie, Doug and other Family and Friends
Strong computer skills required. Fabrication ability required. Send resume to:
Jenni Bauman Get great pay, benefits, and continue your training in HVAC and plumbing. Growing contractor needs you to join our well-paid team. Great conditions, hours, and benefits. Includes: Uniforms, Insurance, Retirement Plan and much more. Certification required for HVAC position.
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Schindewolf Express, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Diesel Tech.
NURSE/ CERTIFIED MA Busy specialty office High volume. Excellent EMR & phone skills. 40 hrs F.T. Reply to: Dept. 259 c/o Troy Daily News 224 S Market Street Troy, OH 45373
Columbus, OH based carrier needs 4 drivers to handle Sidney, OH based account. NO TOUCH FREIGHT. HOME WEEKENDS. Good pay, paid vacations & holidays, assigned equipment, 401K & safety bonus. You need a CDL-A, 2 years driving experience with a good driving record. Call Dan Robinson at KF Express, Inc. 1-800-546-2160
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Are you struggling with your math classes?! I am an experienced Math instructor previously employed by ITT Tech, Edison Community College, and the Upper valley JVS. I can help you with arithmetic, pre-algebra, algebra I & II, trigonometry, geometry, pre-calculus & statistics. (937)492-5992
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DEADLINES/CORRECTIONS:
NEW DUPLEX, Botkins. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car, gas heat, central air, W/D room, appliances, well insulated, no pets. $750 month, (937)394-7144.
2-3 BEDROOM, $420 monthly, $400 deposit, metro accepted. 527 St. Marys Avenue, (937)492-8413, leave message. 3 BEDROOM, 1.5 bath, garage, central air, new appliances, 12X20 building. No pets. 1527 Cedarbrook, $675 monthly plus deposit. (937)658-1329 3 BEDROOM house. Stove, refrigerator, washer/ dryer, dishwasher. Garage. 1121 Colonial. $600 month, no pets. (937)726-0273 314 THOMPSON, 2 Story family size home, 3 bedroom, 1 bath, basement. Gas heat, CA, appliances furnished. $525 month. (937)441-1220 317 EAST Shelby, 4 bedroom, $550. 728 CLINTON, 3 bedroom, garage, $575. 726 CLINTON, 3 bedroom, $525. 1017 MAPLE, small 2 bedroom, $350. 807 BROADWAY, 2 bedroom, $475. (937)492-0966. 524 OAK Street, Sidney, 3 bedroom, completely remodeled, basement. $575 plus deposit. (937)394-7117 607 NORTH Miami, 4 bedroom house, no pets, $575 month, deposit, (937)498-8000.
PIQUA, 2935 Delaware Circle, 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, all appliances, No pets, $880 monthly, 1 year lease, (937)778-0524
DISCOVER PEBBLEBROOK Village of Anna. 2 & 3 Bedroom townhomes & ranches. Garages, appliances, washer & dryer. Close to I-75, Honda, 20 miles from Lima. (937)498-4747 www.1troy.com FIRST MONTH FREE! 2 bedroom, upstairs, 210.5 Lane. Washer/dryer hookup. No pets! $395, deposit. (937)492-7625 NICE 2 BEDROOM near downtown. $325. Freshly painted, (937)489-6502.
421 NORTH Miami, updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car, $555/ deposit, (937)526-4318.
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FIREWOOD, $125 a core pick up, $150 a core delivered, $175 a core delivered and stacked (937)308-6334 or (937)719-3237 FIREWOOD, $50 Truckload, delivered, split, seasoned hardwood, (937)596-6544 FIREWOOD for sale. All seasoned hardwood, $150 per cord split/ delivered, (937)844-3756. SEASONED FIREWOOD $165 per cord. Stacking extra, $135 you pick up. Taylor Tree Service available (937)753-1047
ENTERTAINMENT CENTER, with Lighted bookcases, excellent condition, dark oak color, will deliver within Sidney, asking $1,000. Call (937)492-0494 POOL TABLE, Slate 44x88, oak pedestal legs, leather pockets, slate bed with accessories. $500. (937)339-0460 leave message and phone number. TELEVISION, 36" Toshiba, picture in picture. Includes stand. $200. (937)778-0906
CAT: 2 year old neutered, no spray, declawed, black and white male. Litter trained. Other cats available to indoor homes. (937)492-2563 Christmas and PUPPIES go together Malti-poms, Morkies, Pomeranians, Yorkie/Shihtzus, Chihuahua mix. Layaway now for best choice. Garwick's The Pet People (419)795-5711 ◆◆▲◆◆▲◆◆▲◆◆ HAVAMALT PUPPIES, Non shedding, hypo allergenic, designer puppies, beautiful colors, shots, family raised, 8 weeks old on December 23rd, taking deposits now, (937)526-3418
MALTESE 6 months to 3 years, males and females $175-450 with papers also Yorkshire Terriers $400-$500 males and females young adults. Teacup Partipoodle, female $375 and a male $250. Cash only. (937)332-1370 MINIATURE PINSCHER puppies, vet checked, first shots, tails docked, dew claws removed, ready for Christmas. $200 each. (937)418-6575 PIT BULLS. 3 blue nose Pit puppies. 2 grey females. 1 fawn (light tan male), blue eyes, 9 weeks old. UKC registered parents, shots, $500 OBO. (661)492-6625 moneyace99@yahoo.com
KITTEN, adorable! 10 weeks old, calico. Litter trained. Good with kids, & dogs, and very friendly. FREE TO GOOD HOME. (937)726-7940
CASH, top dollar paid for junk cars/trucks, running or non-running. I will pick up. Thanks for calling (937)719-3088 or (937)451-1019
KITTENS, 15 Weeks old & adult cats free to go homes or farms, (937)726-9490
COSTUME JEWELRY, old, one piece or full jewelry box. Clean out mom's or grandma's. Paying top dollar. (937)773-5653
KITTENS, gorgeous! 3 months old. Tabbies, long haired and short haired. Charcoal and silver stripes. Friendly and litter trained, $10 each. (937)473-2122
HOLSTEIN CALVES, 14, Average 350 pounds. (937)492-3313.
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1999 DODGE F100 van, Half ton, very good running condition, $1300. (937)362-4769 2001 LINCOLN Towncar, all power, 80,500 miles, excellent condition, I am retiring from driving. $6500. No reasonable offer refused. (937)667-2616.
1982 FOURWINNS BOAT
2000 CHEVY S10 Extreme. Black, 130k miles. Fair condition. $3000 OBO. (937)538-0714
Wanted junk cars and trucks. Cash paid and free pick-up. Just call (937)732-5424 www.wantedjunkers.com
18 ft., 165 OMC Inboard Outboard, runs great. $3000 OBO. (937)524-2724 (513)509-3861
1999 BUICK CENTURY MOTORCYCLES, 1982 Kawasaki KZ44-D, runs good, approx. 36,000 miles, $500. 1978 Suzuki GS750EC, parts only $100. (937)368-5009
LEGAL NOTICE The Salem Township Zoning Board of Appeals is having a public hearing on Tuesday, December 13th, 2011 at 7:00 P.M.. The meeting will be held at the Township Building located at 17500 St. Rt. #47. The subject of the meeting is a variance requested by Lloyd Schroer, Paradise Acres, LLC to allow a Boarding Kennel in A-1 zoning located at 16900 Ft. Loramie-Swanders Road. Dec. 2
AWESOME DEAL!!! Only 110,500 miles. 3100 motor. All electric. A/C. Runs great! Very clean inside and out. Good gas mileage. NICE CAR!! $4500. (937)726-5605 LEGAL NOTICE Clinton Township Board of Zoning Appeals Clinton Township, Shelby County, Ohio The Clinton Township Board of Zoning Appeals will meet on Monday, December 12, 2011 at 6:30pm in the Clinton Township Meeting Building at 429 North Fourth Ave. in Sidney, Ohio. The purpose of the meeting is to review a requested variance by Hemmelgarn Services to install a 6 foot high fence along 250 Shenk Road where a 3 foot high fence is the max. allowed by code. The meeting is open to the public and all parties are welcome to attend. Michael Goubeaux, Zoning Administrator Dec. 2
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2008 FORD ESCAPE XLT
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CHRISTMAS TREE 7 foot (GE Monroe) lighted with 550 multi colored lights. Dimensions 45"X15"X12" $25. (937)498-9822 CHRISTMAS TREE, 9.5', slim. $75. (937)473-9833 Call after 2pm.
SPA Hot Springs Sovereign Spa. 6 adults, 230W, 50AMP, 335 Gallon. New retractable vinyl cover bought in September. $2550. (937)492-2443
Sales: Mon. – Thurs. 8am – 8pm · Tues., Wed. & Fri. 8am – 6pm · Sat. 9am - 3pm Service & Parts: Mon. - Fri. 8am - 5:30pm
All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the federal fair housing act of 1968 which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference limitation or discrimination. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.
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2004 Monte Carlo, Gotta Go ........................... $6,995 2000 Mercury Sable GS, 4 Door ......................... $4,995 1997 Ford F-250 4 WD, Super cab, XLT ........ $5,495 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4WD - SOLD........... $5,995 2005 Chrysler Sebring Convertible Limited ... $6,995 2004 Dodge Gr. Caravan SXT.......................... $8,495 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2WD, Ext. cab ... $9,995 2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4DR, XLS.......... $9,995 2005 Ford Focus Wagon ZXW/SES,LeatherSOLD $9,995 2003 Chevrolet Impala LS ................................ $9,995 2007 Dodge Dakota Club cab, ST .................... $9,995 2006 Chevrolet Equinox LT............................... $9,995 2004 Chrysler Town & Country Touring ......... $9,995 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 .................................... $9,995 2004 Chrysler Pacifica ...................................... $9,995 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Ext. cab, LS ....... $9,995 2008 Ford Mustang, Red.................................. $12,995 2006 Chevrolet Silverado Z-71, Crew Cab 4WD . $19,995
miles, V6, Dual DVD, pwr side doors, 2011 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN SE, silver/gray leather, 9800 $ $
23,650 or 403 mo. $ black/charcoal cloth, 134,000 miles, 4 cyl, cd, keyless, sider airbags .......................................... 14,350 or 244 mo. 2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS FWD, $ $ dk blue/dk gray cloth, 32800 miles, 4 cylinder, CD, keyless, side airbags.................................... 16,850 or 287 mo.
rear seat stow-n-go, alloy wheels, heated seats, back up camera ...............................................
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Clearwater blue/gray cloth, 21000 miles, stow-n-go, pwr side doors, pwr hatch, alloy wheels, $ factory warranty ............................................................................................................................
18,895 or $322 mo. 2009 TOYOTA CAMRY LE, $ $ silver/gray cloth, 17000 miles, 4 cylinder, CD, keyless, pwr windows & locks, pwr seats .......... 15,600 or 266 mo. 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SXT, $ $ dk blue/gray cloth, 44000 miles, owr side doors, stow-n-go, keyless............................................. 15,850 or 270 mo. 2007 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY TOURING, $ $ magneisium/gray cloth, 67600 miles, pwr side doors, rear a/c, stow-n-go, pwr seat, DC, keyless 12,200 or 208 mo. 2007 KIA SEDONA LX, $ $ red metllic/gray cloth, 86500 miles, keyless, CD, V6, pwr windows & locks ................................. 10,245 or 174 mo. 2004 INFINITI 135, $ $ gray metallic/graphite leater, 70000 miles, V6, keyless, CD, 5 passenger, new tires.................... 11,495 or 196 mo. 2004 BUICK RENDEZVOUS C FWD, $ $ cranberry/gray cloth, 80500 miles, V6, keyless, CD, 5 passenger, new tires.................................... 8,450 or 144 mo. all payments based on 66 month loan 0 down plus tax and title, with approved credit.
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Friday, December 2, 2011
TODAY’S
SPORTS
REPLAY 50 years ago December 2, 1961 It’s rare indeed to find Bill Galagher smiling at this early hour of the roundball campaign. But the Sidney cage mentor was fairly beaming with his congenial attitude undoubtedly reflecting the open success of his youngsters in a 55-27 showing at the expense of Bellefontane’s Chieftains. And the onlookers were agreed that Charley Hudgins will probably be one of the pacemakers for the Jackets the next three months. He came up with a soft touch on a jump shot to score 20 points, mostly from the side.
25 years ago December 2, 1986 Fort Loramie spotted Fairlawn a 10-2 lead before regrouping and notching coach Jane Poeppelman’s 200th career victory with a 53-37 victory. “I don’t think I ever thought about it much,” said Poeppeman when asked if she thought she could reach the 200-win mark. “Back when I started, the only thing I was interested in was establishing a program here.”
ON THE AIR High school sports Football On the Internet TONIGHT, SATURDAY PressProsMagazine.com — High school football state championship games: Coldwater vs. Kirkland, air time 10:30 a.m. Friday; Trotwood vs. Avon, air time 6:30 p.m. Friday Marion Local vs. Buckeye Central, air time 10:30 a.m. Saturday; Cleveland St. Ignatius vs. Pickerington Central, air time 6:30 p.m. Saturday. Basketball TONIGHT Times approximate Scoresbroadcast.com — Boys, Russia at Houston, air time 7:45. 1570 WPTW — Boys, TriCounty North at Miami East, Air time 7:15 SATURDAY Scoresbroadcast.com — Girls, Fort Loramie at Anna, air time 2:15; Boys, Houston at Bradford, air time 7:45. TUESDAY Scoresbroadcast.com — Boys, Botkins at Fairlawn, air time 7:15. 1570 WPTW — Boys, Tipp City at Piqua. Air time 7:15
BY THE NUMBER ‘68’ His first two seasons as a Packers guard were Super, and the next eight weren’t too shabby either. Who is he? (Source: The Sporting News)
Second-year Lehman coach excited for season to begin Cavs open Saturday night with a trip to Delphos Jefferson BY KEN BARHORST kbarhorst@sdnbccg.com Lehman’s second-year boys basketball coach Isaiah Williams admits he’s scaring himself a little. Williams, whose first Lehman team capped off the season with a strong tournament run to fin- Williams ish at 12-12, says he’s so excited about the upcoming season that he’s “scared.” I’m excited,” he said. “But I’m a little scared because I’ve never been this excited this early. There’s no comparison to how things have gone this year compared to last year.” But he quickly tempered that enthusiasm with “our schedule is always tough.” The Cavaliers were scheduled to open tonight against the Minster Wildcats, but Minster’s football success backed up the start of the season.
Answer: Gale Gillingham “If you were a fighter, this is the fighter you avoid at all costs because he is always going to fight you hard, and he is always going to fight you for the 12 rounds.” —Ravens’ Terrell Suggs, on guarding against a letdown when Baltimore faces the Browns on Sunday
ON THIS DATE IN 1944 — Ohio State quarterback Leslie Horvath wins the Heisman Trophy. 1947 — Notre Dame quarterback Johnny Lujack wins the Heisman Trophy. 1952 — Oklahoma halfback Billy Vessels is named the Heisman Trophy winner. 1958 — Army back Pete Dawkins is named the Heisman Trophy winner.
“It gave us that extra day, but where we rescheduled them at is tough,” said Williams. “It’s right before Versailles.” So if Williams dares to look ahead, the Cavs face those two teams on the Thursday and Friday nights before Christmas. The Cavs will open the season on Saturday night with a trip to Delphos Jefferson, and though Williams says he doesn’t know a lot about the Wildcats this season, he certainly remembers last season. “We had them at our place and it was a game we should have won,” he said. “But we took them for granted, we didn’t come out with any energy, and in a game we were supposed to win, we lost. We’re preparing so that doesn’t happen again. I kow they had a lot of football players last yar, but they played excellent basketball, too. And on our side, the coaches weren’t prepared and the players weren’t prepared.” The Cavaliers return their
leading scorer from last season in senior Alex Baker, who averaged 14.7 points per game. But all eyes might be on Solomon King-White, who transferred in from Northmont, where he was a key player for the T-Bolts last season. He averaged around seven per game, but also dished out 3.4 assists per game. “I think our points will mainly come from Alex and Solomon,” Williams said. “But both of them do a good job of getting others involved. “Scoring hasn’t been a problem in preseason,” he continued. “And defensively, we’ve gotten a lot better. We’re going to go 10 deep, and that makes me feel real good. We’re really going to be deep in the post and at the guards. And our kids are very versatile.” This season has gone much more smoothly than last season, not only because the players have had a year in Williams’ system, but also be-
cause everybody was present on the first day of practice. In past years, boys basketball coaches have had to wait for an extended football season to be completed. “Everything went well and we had everybody there,” he said. “Last year, we played the whole preseason with eight freshmen and only two kids that played varsity. So we got off to a good start this year.” He said his Cavs will have to be able to adjust on the fly offensively because Delphos will throw a lot of different defenses at them. “Last year, they ran a slew of different things at us,” Williams said. “So we have to be prepared for whatever they run and be able to get into an offense. They were very creative in their defenses last year, a 1-3-1, a box-and-one, 23, a little man... So we have to be ready for anything.” The Cavs will play their second game of the season and their first home game a week from Saturday against Newton.
Houston 3-0 after 51-21 win Houston upped its earlyseason mark to 3-0 and its County record to 2-0 with a 51-21 win over cold-shooting Fairlawn in girls basketball action at Fairlawn Thursday. Fairlawn drops to 0-3. The Lady Jets shot just 22 percent from two-point range and did not have a 3-pointer. “We kept the score down about where we wanted and didn’t do a bad job defensively. But offensively, just nothing went our way,” said Fairlawn coach Dennis Davis. Houston scored the first six baskets of the game and led 17-7 after a quarter. The lead increased to 27-11 at the half. Kristi Elliott had 12 points and was 6-for-8 from the line for Houston. Bethany Reister added 10 points. Fairlawn was led by Haley Slonkosky with eight, including 6-for-6 from the line. Houston (51) Holthaus 1-0-2; Elliott 3-6-12; Roeth 4-0-8; Reister 4-2-10; Peltier 10-2; Phillips 3-2-8; Stang 1-3-5; Booher 1-2-4. Totals: 18-15-51. Fairlawn (21) Slonkosky 1-6-8; Roe 2-1-5; Bailey 1-0-2; Cummings 3-0-6. Totals: 7-721. Score by quarters: Houston.........................17 27 35 51 Fairlawn..........................7 11 13 21 Three-pointers: None. Records: Houston 3-0, Fairlawn 0-3. Reserve score: Houston 47, Fairlawn 28.
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Botkins goes 2-0 INDIAN LAKE — Botkins made it two wins in a row to start the season, and both have come on the road, the latest being a 47-34 victory over Indian Lake in nonleague girls basketball Thursday. The Lady Trojans used a big advantage at the free throw line to notch the win, hitting 25-for-37. Lake had just four free throws. Logan Pitts was a perfect 8for-8 from the line on her way to a game-high 16, and Christine Johnson was 7-for-9 from the line and finished with 15. “We really attacked the basket,” said Botkins firstyear coach Don Mack. “And we crashed the boards and got a lot of offensive rebounds. We spread the floor because they were tight on us, and we started attacking. We got the ball to our post players at the high post and they drove around their defender and got fouled a lot.” Botkins outrebounded Lake 35-20, with Johnson
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HOUSTON’S MONIQUE Booher (right) and Fairlawn’s Olivia Cummings get tangled up going for a loose ball in girls basketball action at Fairlawn Thursday. pulling down 13 to lead the had a couple of stretches that hurt us, like at the start when way. Botkins (69) we fell behind by 12. But we Christman 1-2-4; McCullough 1-0- came back and cut it to eight 2; Koch 1-5-7; Kremer 0-1-1; Bergman 0-2-2; Johnson 4-7-15; Pitts 4-8-16. at the half, and had it down to six in the third quarter. But Totals: 11-25-47. Indian Lake (34) then everything they put up Keckler 2-1-7; Reichert 1-0-2; Oyer started to go in.” 7-0-14; Maier 2-3-9; Knief 1-0-2. ToLindsey Spearman was tals: 13-4-34. outstanding for the Lady Score by quarters: Botkins..........................12 21 40 47 Cavs, pouring in 23 points. Indian Lake ....................8 17 29 34 Kandis Sargeant added 14, inThree-pointers: Botkins 0; Lake cluding 6-for-8 from the line. 4 (Keckler 2, Maier 2) Paxton Hatcher pulled Records: Botkins 2-0. 12 rebounds and Reserve score: Lake 30, Botkins down 18. Sargeant nine to lead the —— Lady Cavs to a 34-24 advanLehman drops first tage on the boards. Lehman (49) NEW MADISON — Yannucci 1-1-3; Slagle 0-3-3; Lehman suffered its first set- Williams 0-1-1; Spearman 11-0-23; back of the season Thursday Hatcher 1-3-5; Sargeant 4-6-14. Toin girls basketball, losing to a tals: 17-14-49. Tri-Village (69) strong Tri-Village team 69-49 Faulknor 6-0-14; Richards 3-1-7; here. Despite the loss, head Thomas 2-2-8; Ferris 3-2-8; Bruns 01-1; Bruner 3-2-8; Linkos 9-3-23. Tocoach Gene Goodwin was tals: 26-11-69. pleased with his team’s play. Score by quarters: “Our girls played extremely Lehman...........................8 20 37 49 hard and I’m proud of them,” Tri-Village.....................20 28 57 69 Three-pointers: Lehman 1 he said. “We were up against Tri-Village 6 (Linkos 2, a very good team and we (Spearman); Faulknor 2, Thomas 2). stayed right with them. But Records: Lehman 2-1, Tri-Village we just ran out of steam. We 3-0.
NK tops Versailles NEW KNOXVILLE — New Knoxville got off to a good start in Midwest Athletic Conference play, defeating the Versailles Lady Tigers 52-34 in action Thursday. New Knoxville goes to 1-0 in the MAC and 2-1 overall. Versailles is 0-1 and 1-2. New Knoxville nailed down the win early on, outscoring Versailles 23-0 in the opening quarter. Haley Horstman poured in 23 for Knoxville and Tiana Heidt added 10. For Versailles, sophomore Amanda Winner led the way with 15. Versailles (34) Kremer 1-0-2; Warvel 2-2-6; Winner 5-5-15; Langston 1-1-3; McEldowney 0-1-1; Pothast 3-0-7. Totals: 12-9-34. New Knoxville (52) Horstman 10-2-23; Reineke 3-2-8; Kuck 1-0-2; Dillion 0-3-3; Heidt 4-210; Lehman 2-2-6. Totals: 20-11-54. Score by quarters: Versailles ........................0 10 25 34 New Knoxville ..............23 27 42 52 Three-pointers: Versailles 1 (Pothast); NK 1 (Horstman). Records: Versailles 1-2, New Knoxville 2-1.
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Newman-Haas race team Holiday Baseball Camp leaving IndyCar in 2012 Dec. 29, 30 in Greenville LOCAL,
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GREENVILLE — The Major League Holiday Baseball Camp will be held at the Darke County YMCA in Greenville on Dec. 29 and 30. The camp will last from noon to 5 p.m. each day, with check-in at 11 a.m. The camp is for ages 10-to-18 and the cost is $95. The staff will include Eric Blakeley of the Seattle Mariners, Jeff Shaw of the Reds, Versailles product and Washington Nationals starting pitcher Craig Stammen, Jeff Branson of the Reds, Fort Loramie product Jared Hoying of the Texas Rangers, Brian Garman
of the Brewers, Josh Harrison of the Pirates, Tyler Melling of the Cardinals, Steve Larkin of the Reds, Travis Miller of the Twins and Chris Peters of the Blue Jays. The camp will be a teaching camp where the emphasis is on learning proper technique and fundamentals. Each participant will be grouped by age. The player check list includes baseball or sweat pants, batting gloves, bat, tennis shoes, baseball cam, water bottle and catching gear, if applicable. Make checks payable to Major League Holiday Baseball Camp. For more information, call (937) 423-3053.
Six-week baseball camp planned at Tippecanoe TIPP CITY — Tippecanoe High School is hosting a six-week baseball camp starting on Feb. 5. Tipp head coach Bruce Cahill will direct the program in conjunction with the U.S. Baseball Academy. Classes are available for players in grades 112 and are limited to six players per coach.
Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning at a cost as low as $99 for six weeks. Space is limited and registration is under way. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com or call (toll free) 866-622-4487.
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — One of the biggest names in IndyCar racing is leaving the series next season. Newman-Haas Racing, the team started by late actor Paul Newman, has decided it will not compete in 2012. It’s the first time since 1982 Newman-Haas will not field an open-car team. Carl Haas, the team’s co-founder, made the announcement in a onesentence statement indicating the team had trouble finding sponsorship. “The economic climate no longer enables Newman-Haas Racing to participate in openwheel racing at this time,” he said. The move came as a surprise following a solid season in which Spanish driver Oriol Servia finished fourth in the points. Only Target Chip Ganassi teammates Dario Franchitti and Scott Dixon and Team driver Will Penske Power were ahead of Servia. Newman-Haas’ other driver, Canadian James Hinchcliffe, was last season’s rookie of the year. Both were expected to return to the team in 2012, and NewmanHaas was scheduled to
Amateur baseball to meet The first winter meeting for Sidney Amateur Baseball’s 2012 season will be held on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the AMVETS building, in the back. The public is invited.
The meeting will be for the election of officers for the 2012 season. There will also be a review of the past season and discussions about any rules changes.
Wooden bat tournaments Bellefonte Baseball Inc. (of Central Pennsylvania) will be hosting six summer wood bat baseball tournaments in 2012, ranging from 14U to 19U. For more information
on the tournaments, or to register, visit the website www.bellefontebaseball.com., call Joe Menna at 814-355-0411, or email at bellefontebaseball@gmail.com
AP Photo/Tom Strickland, File
IN THIS 1988, file photo, car co-owner Paul Newman wishes driver Mario Andretti good luck in the Indianapolis 500. Newman-Haas Racing, the team that carried the name of late actor Newman, has decided not to enter cars for the 2012 season. receive the first of its new 2012 IndyCar models Dec. 15. But the team was struggling to find enough sponsorship to remain competitive next season. primary Servia’s sponsor in 2011 was Telemundo, the Spanishlanguage television network. Hinchcliffe was sponsored by Sprott Asset Management, a Canadian financial company. Though the team’s statement did not mention either sponsor, both
drivers are now looking for new jobs. Neither was available for comment because they were traveling overseas this week. Newman-Haas was one of the open-wheel teams that stayed with the now defunct CART Series when the two leagues split in 1996. It didn’t return until the two sides merged in 2008. Over the past 29 seasons, Newman-Haas established itself as one of the most successful open-wheel teams. It
won eight championships, 107 races and 109 poles ‚Äî but the team that had some of the most famous names in racing never won the Indianapolis 500. Among those that drove for Newman-Haas were Mario and Michael Andretti, Nigel Mansell, Paul Tracy, Sebastien Bourdais and Christian Fittipaldi. Though the announcement leaves some wiggle room for the team to get back into the series this season, if it can find sponsorship, it’s the latest twist in what has already been a tumultuous offseason for IndyCar. It started when twotime Indy winner Dan Wheldon died in a crash at the series’ seasonending event at Las Vegas. A week later, drivers and series officials attended a public memorial service for Wheldon, who had done most of the testing in next season’s new car. The investigation into the crash is continuing. The day after Wheldon’s memorial service, drivers met with series officials about how to make the sport safer — a subject that will continue to be debated into next season.
LCC leaves rather than be ousted LIMA — Competitive balance issues led the Northwest Conference to hint that it would oust Lima Central Catholic following the 2012-13 school year. However, at a news conference held this week, Lima Catholic announced that it was withdrawing from the league rather than be booted out. LCC will withdraw from the NWC following the 2012-13 school year,
and there will be a twoyear scheduling agreement between LCC and the league schools over the 2013-14 and 2014-15 school years. The other league schools include Ada, Allen East, Bluffton, Columbus Grove, Crestview, Delphos Jefferson, Paulding and Spencerville. Lima Catholic athletic director Ron Williams told The Lima News that competitive balance is the issue, and
the conference was concerned that LCC had a much larger area to draw from than the nine other league schools do. He also said he was told that the nine other schools don’t feel like they are playing for conference titles. Lima Catholic entered the league in 2006, and since that time, has won 24 league titles, including football, boys golf and girls soccer this fall.
The LCC boys golf program has won NWC titles every year since joining the league in ’06, and has won four baseball titles, three boys basketball titles, and four football championships. Lima Catholic played an independent schedule from 1974 to 2006. The last league LCC played in prior to ’06 was the old Miami Valley League, which included Sidney.
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Troy (3-8) at Arkansas St. (9-2), 4:30 p.m. Oklahoma (9-2) at Oklahoma St. (10-1), 8 p.m. FAR WEST Wyoming (7-4) at Colorado St. (3-8), 2 p.m. Utah St. (6-5) at New Mexico St. (4-8), 3:30 p.m. Idaho (2-9) at Nevada (6-5), 4:05 p.m. New Mexico (1-10) at Boise St. (10-1), 6 p.m. BYU (8-3) at Hawaii (6-6), 7:30 p.m. Fresno St. (4-8) at San Diego St. (7-4), 8 p.m. Football Championship Subdivision Playoffs Second Round Old Dominion (10-2) at Georgia Southern (9-2), 1 p.m. Maine (8-3) at Appalachian St. (8-3), 2 p.m. Cent. Arkansas (9-3) at Montana (9-2), 2:07 p.m. Stony Brook (9-3) at Sam Houston St. (11-0), 3 p.m.
New Hampshire (8-3) at Montana St. (9-2), 3 p.m. Lehigh (10-1) at Towson (9-2), 3:30 p.m. James Madison (8-4) at N. Dakota St. (10-1), 4 p.m. Wofford (8-3) at N. Iowa (9-2), 5 p.m. —— Friday, Dec. 9 or Saturday, Dec. 10 Football Championship Subdivision Playoffs Quarterfinals Stony Brook-Sam Houston State winner vs. New HampshireMontana State winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m. Wofford-Northern Iowa winner vs. Central Arkansas-Montana winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m. Old Dominion-Georgia Southern winner vs. Maine-Appalachian State winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m. Lehigh-Towson winner vs. James Madison-North Dakota State winner, 2:30 or 8 p.m.
SCOREBOARD High school High school sports This week TONIGHT Boys basketball Sidney at Springboro Riverside, Botkins at Ben Logan Tip-Off Russia at Houston Versailles at Greenville New Bremen at Allen East Jackson Center at Fort Loramie, ppnd. to Jan. 3 —— SATURDAY Girls basketball Springboro at Sidney Minster at Lehman Russia at Franklin-Monroe Covington at Versailles New Bremen at Celina Houston at Botkins Fairlawn at Jackson Center Fort Loramie at Anna Boys basketball Lehman at Delphos Jefferson St. Marys at New Knoxville Riverside, Botkins at Ben Logan Tip-Off Houston at Bradford Swimming Lehman at Lima Catholic Inv. New Bremen at Van Wert Inv. Wrestling Versailles at Sidney Dual Tournament
FOOTBALL High school playoffs High school football STATE FINALS Division I Saturday at Canton Fawcett Stadium St. Ignatius (12-2) vs. Pickerington Central (11-2), 7 Division II Friday at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium Avon (13-1) vs. Trotwood Madison (14-0), 7 Division III Friday at Canton Fawcett Stadium Cardinal Mooney (10-3) vs. Springfield Shawnee (14-0), 3 Division IV Saturday at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium Creston Norwayne (13-1) vs. Kenton (14-0), 3 Division V Friday at Massillon Paul Brown Tiger Stadium Kirtland (14-0) vs. Coldwater (11-3), 11 a.m. Division VI Saturday at Canton Fawcett
Stadium Buckeye Central (12-2) vs. Marion Local (12-2), 11 a.m.
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Family keeps memory alive Survivors connect through support groups BY MELANIE SPEICHER mspeicher@sdnccg.com
Mail letters online to Santa Claus Hey kids, it’s time to write that letter to Santa! To help with this, the Sidney Daily News is now working with the jolly old elf to send letters from Sidney and Shelby County area children to the North Pole. Local kids are encouraged to go online to www.sidneydailynews.com and click on the “Letters to Santa” button. They may then write their letter and it will be forwarded by the Daily News. Letters will also be published Dec. 23 in the newspaper. They may also be dropped off at the Daily News office, 1451 N. Vandemark Road, using a special Santa’s Mailbox in the lobby. Deadline for all letters is Dec. 12.
Sidney man competes John Heins, of Sidney, recently participated in the Ak-Sar-Ben Livestock Judging Contest at the Sherman Berg Arena of the Qwest Center in Omaha, Neb. Heins was a member of the Ohio State University Judging Team. Ohio State placed fourth overall as a team and first overall for class placings. This is the first time that the Ohio State University Judging Team has attended this contest. A total of 10 universities from across the country competed in the event. The contest was hosted by the Ak-Sar-Ben 4-H Stock Show for Senior College, Junior College and 4-H participants.
Food barrel at Heritage Manor MINSTER — Heritage Manor will have a food barrel in its lobby throughout December to collect nonperishable food items for the Agape Ministries’ Choice Food Pantry. The Choice Food Pantry provides vegetables, canned goods, meat, laundry detergent, diapers, fresh produce, personal hygiene items and more to the New Knoxville, Minster, St. Marys and New Bremen communities. Area residents are encouraged to contribute nonperishable food items to the barrel.
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Not a day goes by that Annette and Charlie Castle, of Sidney, don’t think about their daughter, Amanda. Some days the memories are good and bring a smile to their faces. Other days, they remember the sadness because Amanda is no longer with them. Amanda was 21 when she committed suicide in 2008. She had suffered from depression for several years before her death. “We honestly didn’t realize how deep her depression was,” said Charlie. “She was getting help,” said Annette. “But things culminated into a perfect storm. There were a lot of different factors which resulted in her death.” Amanda was a college student majoring in education at Bowling Green State University at the time of her death. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among college students. “It’s been a long hard journey,” said Annette of what the family, which includes son, Eric, has gone through since Amanda’s death. “It’s never completely over. We live with it every day and we’re able to manage the pain a little bit better.” The family has learned through support groups and counseling that they can find joy again in their lives. “Our strong faith in God has really helped us,” said Annette. “I think about her every day.” “The support we’ve received from other people has also helped us,” said Charlie. “you never know what can trigger a memory of Amanda. It can be a little thing and you find yourself tearing up. I can remember the good times. She’ll bring a smile to your face.” Faced with the loss of their daughter, both Annette and Charlie have vowed to help other families who have experienced the same type of loss that they have. “You’re in a state of
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THE PRETTY in Pink team walked in memory of Amanda Castle during the Out of the Darkness Community Walk in October. Members of the team are (front row, l-r) Briann Grise, Marcy Zimmerman, Michele Grise, who organized the walk and was Amanda’s best friend, Dodie Martin, Rachel Hester and Pam Hester; and back row: Cairlyn DeHaven, Sara DeHaven, Jeremy Josefovsky, Sara Nicholas, Annette Castle, who is Amanda’s mom, and her grandparents, Gisela and Tom Sullivan. shock when it happens,” said Charlie. “You never think you’re going to lose your child before you,” added Annette. Charlie, who was the first person to see Amanda after her death, said the bad dreams have stopped. “There for a while, I wasn’t sleeping very well,” he said. “I haven’t one of those (dreams) in quite a while. No matter what, you will always miss her.” One way has been to connect with other people affected by suicide has been to walk in the Out of the Darkness Community Walks, which are sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. The first walk they participated in was in Bowling Green, which their son learned about. The walk was just after Amanda died. They have walked in two walks in Cincinnati, the latest one in October. “Amanda loved pink,” said Annette, “so the team is called Pretty in Pink. Amanda’s friend, Michele (Grise) found out about the walks in Cincinnati because
she is a student at Mount St. Joseph.” More than 1,000 people walked in October during the 5K event, which was held at the University of Cincinnati, said Annette. “I was surprised at the number who walked,” she said. “My 83-year-old dad, Tom Sullivan, walked the entire three miles. “The purpose of the walk is to bring the whole subject of suicide out of the closet,” said Annette. “There’s such a shame and stigma attached to it. No one wants to talk about it.” Funds are still being collected from the walk. The goal was to raise $75,000 from the walk from all the participants. At this time, the goal has been surpassed but donations can be made through the end of the year. Donations can be made at the website, www.outofthedarkness.org/. The Castles have also gotten involved with support groups in the area. They attended a Survivors of Suicide support group in Dayton. Annette has also con-
nected with GriefShare and helps facilitate the group meetings at the Ginghamsburg Church, South Campus, in Tipp City. The 13-week class is a faithbased grief recovery support group. Meetings are held in the Discipleship Center, Room 104, 7695 S. County Road 25A on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information about the classes, call (937) 667-4678 or visit www.GriefShare.org. “Giving back and trying to help others has been very healing for us,” said Annette. Their church family, the First Presbyterian Church in Sidney, has been a rock to the family for the past three years. “The church has supported us tremendously,” said Annette. “I don’t know what we would have done without our church family.” A scholarship has been established in Amanda’s memory at the church. It will be awarded to a member of the church who is majoring in education in college.
KidzCastle honors Amanda Amanda Castle loved children. And because of her love of children, the staff of New Generation Learning Place by Rogy’s created KidzCastle in her memory. “Amanda was employed here at the time of her death,” said Lisa Crutchfield, director of Rogy’s. “We wanted to honor her memory.” Amanda had worked at the preschool for two years prior to her death. KidzCastle, said Crutchfield, is a preschool mentoring program which meets once a month. “KidzCastle is for children 3 years of age to pre-kindergarten,” she said. “We meet once a month for dinner and do activities with them.” The program is for single-parent children and children with siblings who need some “one-on-one” time with an adult. “Time is a gift we can give the children,” said Crutchfield, of the program which is run in conjunction with the Sidney Baptist Church. The church provides the meeting location each month for the group. Crutchfield said they have tried to keep the group to around 15 children per month in order to have the oneon-one time with each child. “Amanda was a very special person in my life,” said Crutchfield.
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THE STAFF at New Generation Learning Place by Rogy’s created KidzCastle in memory of Amanda Castle, who had worked at the preschool. One night a month a child and one member of his or her family meet for some one-on-one time. Adults Lorena Fleming, Rachael Price, Betsy Vondenhuevel and Allyssa Gilkson assist Joey Stockton, 3, Michael Snyder, 5, Myliegh Britt, 4, Christian Loaiza, 4, Zerah Roesser, 4, and mykah Harter, 3, during crafttime at KidzCastle recently. Joey is the son of Angel Shatto and Joe Strockton. Michael is the son of Brent and Cheryl Phillips. Myliegh is the daughter of Sierra hutchins. Christian is the son of Raven Loaiza. Zerah is the daughter of Elizabeth Blandzinski. Mykah is the daughter of Mary Harter.
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