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Red & Ruth’s Tavern has new name

County revenues up nearly $1.4 million over previous year BOB ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Darke County Commissioners approved General Fund appropriations for 2016 of $20,378,396.57, and total appropriations, including all outside funds, of $63,679,510.01 at its last regular public meeting of 2015 on Dec. 30. According to Darke County Auditor Carol Ginn’s annual report to the Commissioners, this is an increase in estimated revenue of $1,356,183.96 over the 2015 estimated revenue. The resulting 2016 unencumbered balance (carryover) for the General Fund is $4,852,682.67. This is an increase over the 2015 unencumbered balance of $807,828.60. According to Commissioner Mike Rhoades the carryover is used to pay county obligations the ﬁrst three months of the year until it begins to receive 2016 revenues from sales and property taxes. Ginn noted the increased unencumbered balance was due to the conservative efforts of the Darke County elected ofﬁcials and department heads working together, along with an increase in sales tax revenue of 8.15 percent over the previous year. Ginn also pointed out a number of areas responsible for appropriations increases, including health insurance, an upgrade for Payroll and Budgetary, the County Improvement Fund, the South Farm Industrial Park and a newly formed Government Vehicle Maintenance Department. Rhoades said the new maintenance department was due to their contract provider closing shop. He added this was primarily a concern to the Sheriff’s Department as the contractor was able to work on the sirens, lights and other

areas that would otherwise require the vehicles to be sent out of the county for repair, and he was willing to make road calls at all hours. Consequently the Commissioners decided to create the department and hire the contractor full time. The estimated annual expense, according to the Auditor’s Ofﬁce, is $124,889, with projected revenue of $69,550. Rhoades said the department will still be cheaper than sending vehicles outside the county, and also a likely savings over the previous contractor arrangement. He added the department is showing up as a new appropriation because vehicle maintenance costs are noted within departmental budgets. At the Monday meeting Commissioners accepted a bid of $400,140 from Irwin Brothers Trucking of Ansonia for 20.001 acres in the Darke County South Industrial Park. They also have a commitment of $150,000 from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), plus up to $210,000 more for additional expenses. Finally they have a zero-interest loan of $760,000 for sewer lines and other infrastructure improvements that will be repaid by users. According to the Commissioners, having the infrastructure intact will make the parcels easier to sell. This includes meeting mandated EPA requirements, which according to Grants Administrator Jeff Marshall, could have approached $250,000 or more. The county reached an agreement with the City of Greenville to hook into its water and sewerage system for the Sheriff’s Department, Darke County Home and the industrial park. Total anticipated expenses come to $1,586,358.10; total anticipated revenue, including the loan, comes to $1,499,732.30.

Send in photos now for 2016 Baby Book GREENVILLE – Do you know a beautiful baby born between January 1 and December 31 of 2015? If so, we want to feature your little bundle of joy in our 2016 Baby Book. To have your baby included, simply send us a photo of the baby attached to an email to editor@earlybirdpaper.com and make sure to add BABY BOOK in the subject of the email. Include the baby’s name, date of birth, parents’ and grandparents’ names and a phone number to contact you. Also, specify size you would like your

submission to be. Large ($20), Medium ($10) or Small ($5). Payment can be made by including the credit card payment in the email or by calling 5483330. Photos and payment can also be mailed or dropped off at The Early Bird, 5312 Sebring Warner Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331. The 2016 Baby Book will be published January 31. The deadline to enter your photos is Jan. 22 at 4 p.m. Keep watching The Early Bird for more information.

RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

PALESTINE – Since 1968 people from all over western Ohio and eastern Indiana have made the trek to Palestine for one thing – Red’s Famous Recipe Pizza. Beginning Jan. 1, patrons will still be able to get the same pizza bearing its founder’s name, in the same location, but with a different name on the building. Red & Ruth’s Tavern is now Sharp’s Tavern. Justin and Robin Sharp purchased the business on Jan. 1, 2014 from Mark and Kate Thwaits (son of Red and Ruth). The Thwaits purchased the business in 1988. Now, with much trepidation, the Sharps are changing the name. Justin is extremely nervous about the change, but explained he has a 20-year old son, Wyatt, that he hopes will take over someday. He wants to put their name out there so his son will be able to take pride in his name and have something to work towards. Although Red & Ruth’s Tavern has been the name on the sign for the past 48 years, it hasn’t been the only name for this smalltown tavern. Justin noted

Justin (l), Robin (c) and Wyatt Sharp (r) said the atmosphere and food is the same; only the name has changed. (Ryan Berry photo)

they have been able to find records as far back as the 1940s. The first name they could find was Stewart’s Tavern. It later became Leo and Mae Tavern. When Red and Ruth purchased the tavern they changed the name. It remained in the Thwaits family until 2014. Since purchasing the business, the Sharps have made a few minor changes, including adding a line of house sandwiches and a buffalo sauce to the menu. Red’s original recipe pizza has remained and will continue to be unchanged.

Justin pointed out he and Robin have been coming to Red & Ruth’s since they were children. It is also served as the location for their second date. It’s been a huge part of their lives. Robin has worked there for 16 years, Justin has been there for ﬁve years and Wyatt has been part of the business for the past three years. The Sharps are conﬁdent the atmosphere inside the building will not change. The business has been family friendly for as long as anyone can remember and the Sharps will

continue in the tradition set by the Thwaits. “This has never been a place where families were afraid to take their children and we’re working hard to continue that tradition,” said Justin. Visitors will also continue to see the same staff. Justin pointed out they have been together for a long time. Other than the name, nothing else is changing. You can still dine in, enjoy a beverage or you can call in your order for carryout. For more information, call 548-7454.

Sonner’s concern: “It’s the kids… they don’t have a choice” BOB ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – “A lot of the families I deal with now… the adults today were children then in domestic violence homes.” Annie Sonner, Coordinator of the Darke County Shelter from Violence, has been helping families long enough – 24 years – to see the generational influence of violence in the home. Children from homes where domestic violence occurred, Sonner continued, “are now looking for somebody to love, but they don’t check them out. How will they treat you? Look at how they treat their mom!” The Shelter was started in 1980 by Irene Winterrowd. “She was 70 years old when she gave me the ‘key’ (to the post office box)… she was a huge mother figure to me,” Sonner said. “She continued helping me long after she retired.” While some victims want the safety of the Shelter, others don’t. They stay long enough for a CPO (Civil Protection Order) to be served; then return to their homes.

“The police are very good,” Sonner said. “(Greenville Police) Chief Butts is excellent at getting his ofﬁcers trained… they never know what to expect – drugs, alcohol – they are also good about advising if children are in the residence… and they enforce CPOs!” The same acknowledgment was made for county deputies. Sonner noted more than 300 domestic violence “contacts” were made in 2015. One of the things Sonner learned early was Darke County Shelter from Violence is not necessarily about a “shelter” or a “safe house.” At ﬁrst volunteers opened their homes to meet shelter needs. When Sonner took over, they rented a house. They purchased their own in 1995 using grant money. In 2015 the organization provided shelter to 14 women and 26 kids… but Sonner spends more time doing outreach than anything else. “I work with the families,” she said, noting the victim may love the spouse but wants the abuse to stop. “Later, a lot of the victims do go back but they go back more educated than they were before. I keep track… I also try to help the perpe-

trator… sometimes that’s both of them.” Her main concern? The kids. “They don’t have a choice,” Sonner said. “And their parents are the teachers.” Sonner worries about the seeming hopelessness of the families. “They grow up hopeless and helpless,” she said. “Then they bring children into the home… they have no hope… it’s impossible for them to parent well. “You can be a mother, but if you’re depressed you can’t be a good mother.” She noted the unstructured environment the kids learn… one or both parents not working, they have no chores, they’re never required to ﬁnish anything. “Then they get out on their own, get a job, and can’t stand it.” She and her volunteers will be starting a Victims of Violence Support Group. It will be meeting, with thanks to Gateway in Greenville, at the agency’s location on Third Street. Sonner acknowledges her goal is to make the world a better place… “I have my faith, my sense of humor… the good people around me make it possible for me to do this.” And she’s had her successes.

Annie Sonner, Coordinator, Darke County Shelter from Violence

“With the help of others I was able to help ﬁve families through Christmas. I have success stories… they got their GEDs, were able to have successful relationships, raise their kids. I actually made some friends. “And a lot of kids call me grandma!” she said, grinning. At the top of her “wants” list? “Families need to know more parenting skills and kids need to be taught critical thinking,” she said. “And we need the Visitation House back. No Visitation House – where parents can safely see or deliver their kids to exes – has been a huge problem!”

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Greenville woman critical after crashing into semi-trailer CASTINE – A woman was hospitalized after hitting a semi trailer in Castine Monday morning. At approximately 11:34 am, Darke County Deputies along with Tri-Village Rescue, Greenville Township Rescue and New Madison Fire, responded to the intersection of US 127 and State Route 722 in the Vil-

lage of Castine on a report of an injury accident with entrapment. Preliminary investigation revealed a black 2004 Honda Accord driven by Sharon K. Fourman, 64, of Greenville. was traveling eastbound on State Route 722 and failed to yield the right-of-way at a stop sign to Jeffrey A. White, 53, Lewisburg, OH. who was traveling Southbound on US RT 127 driving a white 2008 Peterbilt semi tractor trailer. Fourman’s vehicle struck the passenger side of the semi tractor causing the rig to jackknife. Greenville City Fire also responded to the accident with their Hazmat trailer to assist with a diesel fuel cleanup. Ohio State Highway Patrol Motor Carrier Enforcement also responded to assist with a safety inspection of the semi tractor and trailer. Fourman was extricated by mechanical means by New Madison Fire Department and was transported to Miami Valley Hospital by Tri-Village Rescue where she was listed in critical condition. White was uninjured in the accident. This accident remains under investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce.

moved the defendant to another room and gave him Narcan. Elliot woke up and admitted to using two capsules of heroin. Paramedics transported him to Wayne HealthCare for treatment. The report will be taken to the Darke County Prosecutor for charges. WARRANTS On December 24 police were on patrol in the area of Front Street and Anderson Avenue when a vehicle driven by Cody Schaar was observed. In the passenger seat was Hunter Smith, who had a bench warrant out of Celina for the original charge of theft. A trafﬁc stop was initiated and Smith asked to exit the vehicle. She was arrested and

transported to the Darke/ Mercer county line where Celina Police took custody. EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved. Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see. The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

GREENVILLE – The VFW Post 7262 delivered boxes to 29 local veteran homes for Christmas. According to Marilyn Emmons, co-chairman, the boxes, which were put together by members of the VFW contained essential food, presents for the children, gift certiﬁcates and miscellaneous items. These veterans also received boxes of food for Thanksgiving with the assistance of food collected by the Road Hogg Motorcycle Club on the circle in Greenville. The Christmas boxes were entirely the efforts of

the VFW. Funds for these projects were donated by the VFW Charity fund and VFW members. Thanks to Eikenberrys, Weaver’s Eggs in Versailles and the Darke County Realtors who helped obtain boxes, assemble them, and collected some of the food and presents to put in them. Donations for future projects can be sent to VFW Post 7262, Attn: Quartermaster, 219 North Ohio Street, Greenville, Ohio. For more information, contact Marilyn Emmons at 548-5824 or Kim Manalo at 417-3112.

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Nominees sought for Arcanum HOF

Left to right: Miss Annie Oakley Mariana Ramos, 2nd Runner-up Hannah Gulley, Kiwanis Member (Heartland of Greenville) Jaime Brown and 1st Runner-up Katie Hurd.

ARCANUM – ArcanumButler Local Schools and the Alumni Association will begin honoring its Distinguished Alumni and Honorary Trojans to recognize and honor those individuals who have made a significant impact through achievements, actions and contributions within their communities and professions and serve as exemplary role models for Arcanum students. The first Alumni Hall of Fame inductees will be recognized at the Arcanum Alumni Homecoming set for April 16. Nomination Forms are available in the alumni section of the website or can be picked up in the Board of Education office. Completed forms are due by Feb. 1. Distinguished Alumni must be a graduate of Arcanum High School or graduates who attended schools which subsequently be-

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Annie Oakley and her court help Kiwanis bell ringing BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

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We’re Celebrating our 2nd Year as owners of Red and Ruth’s Tavern With a name change!

Effective January 1, 2016

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TAVERN

PALESTINE, OHIO The Sharp Family would like to Thank the Twaits Family for giving us the opportunity of becoming tavern owners. The Tavern has been a huge part of our lives and we are proud to have our name on it. With over 20 years of combined service working at the Tavern we will continue to make it the Best on 36 West!!! We would also like to thank our customers for making the first 2 years as owners a great experience. Please stop in and enjoy a delicious pizza, drinks and your old favorites and check out our new menu items and Keno. We’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 6 days a week. We look forward to serving you in 2016 and years to come!

Sincerely, Justin, Robin and Wyatt Sharp Sharp’s Tavern

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Down to Earth Book Club with Darke County Park District GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District is pleased to announce a

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outdoor adventure, and even some about pioneers settling Ohio. Everyone is invited to read the book and join them at the Nature Center to discuss the work, enjoy some yummy treats, and suggest future books. For the inaugural season, the Down to Earth Book Club will read Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard, a Pulitzer Prize winning, non-ﬁction narrative of a year in Virginia’s Roanoke Valley. On foot, the speaker explores meadows, ponds, and ﬁelds; peers into the lives of monarchs, snakes,

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ARCANUM - A 23year-old man is jailed after allegedly assaulting a peace officer in Arcanum on Christmas night (Friday, Dec. 25). According to authorities, the Arcanum Police Department responded to a noise complaint at 303 West South St. at approximately 9:30 p.m. While on the scene, Billy W. Hunter, Jr. is said to have become belligerent and assaulted the responding officer. Deputies were called to assist the officer - who is said to have suffered a dislocated shoulder during the scuffle. Hunter was taken into custody and transported to the Darke County jail. He is charged with Assault of a Peace Officer (F4), and misdemeanor counts of Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest and Assault. He is jailed on a $5,000 bond.

Municipal Court report GREENVILLE – Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, reported on the case statistics of the court for November 2015. There were 346 new cases ﬁled in the Darke County Municipal Court in November 2015. The breakdown of these cases include: 76 criminal, 18 O.M.V.I., 160 other trafﬁc and 92 civil cases. There were 436 cases terminated/disposed of in November 2015. For more information, contact Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, Darke County Courthouse, 504 South Broadway, Suite 7, Greenville, Ohio 45331; 547-7340.

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Legislators Listen to Residents Dear Editor, We would like to publicly thank our Darke County legislators: Senators Keith Faber and Bill Beagle and Representatives Jim Buchy and Dr. Stephen Huffman for meeting with us recently. The purpose of the meeting was to press for legislation to eliminate the loophole in the law known as “parcelling.” The need for a legislative change became apparent when we learned that a landowner planned on building an 8000+ hog feeding operation close to over 100 homes in a one mile area and that none of their other operations were under any permits from the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA). Some landowners have used this legal loophole to avoid following the permit and regulatory processes which would otherwise be required due to the number of livestock they oversee. At the meeting, Mr. Buchy informed us that the proposed location for the hog barns has been moved approximately one mile west of the originally proposed location to a new site west of Arnold Road. At this time, we have no information regarding the previous plans on the east side of Arnold Road. The new site is approximately two miles from the Greenville city limits. Both Mayor Bowers and Representative Buchy have stated that the operator will seek permits to install and operate the proposed hog barns. It is our opinion that all of the currently constructed barns should operate under an ODA permit. While the new site would be better for the city of Greenville, it is still close to many homes, and for some homes the new location is not at all favorable. Health and quality of life issues remain for the area with this site. The legislative process or ODA permitting will not address all of these concerns. If this proposed 8,000 hog feeding operation comes to fruition, the requirements of the permitting process would include a site analysis, the opportunity for a public hearing, and would address a nutrient management (manure) plan, insect/rodent control, and a mortality plan for dead animals. Such oversight would afford some protection for homeowners and for the nearby wetlands. In the absence of a permit there is no proactive state or local oversight or regulation. Thank you again to our legislators for actively listening to our concerns about this needed legislation. Dan and Jeni Berger Bob Cain Carey Driscoll Steve and Eileen Litchfield ~~~~~~~~~~~ Fish offers thank you Dear friends, Thanks to the generous spirit of the people of our community, the Fish Mitten Tree has once again provided mittens and gloves to warm the hands and hearts of children enrolled in Darke County Head Start programs. This hearty demonstration of the true spirit of Christmas which lingers long beyond Dec. 25 is very much appreciated. Special gratitude is extended to Aaron and Michele Cox and their staff at Montage Cafe in Greenville and Judy Fourman and her crew at Arcanum’s Ben Franklin Store who watched over the trees in their places of business, as well as to Holly Hill, Janet Ashworth, and others at the Brethren’s Retirement Community who looked after the Mitten Tree at that facility. Also, thanks to the Darke County Commissioners who took time from their busy schedule to kick off the project, meeting and visiting with youngsters from Head Start while hanging the first mittens on the tree at Montage. Many local churches, clubs, and organizations donated mittens, gloves, and more to the Mitten Tree; sincere thanks goes to these groups and the individuals who coordinated their involvement with special recognition to Abbottsville United Methodist Church and Oakland Church of the Brethren, whose commitment to the project was essential to its ultimate success. Additionally, due to a significant monetary contribution this year, each Head Start student received a book of their own for Christmas. This successful project could not have been possible without the publicity provided by our local news outlets. Sincerely, Marilyn Delk, Fish volunteer

Arcanum BOE meets Jan. 6 ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold its Regular/ Organizational Board of Education Meeting,

budget hearing, and public hearing for the proposed 2016-2017 district calendar on Jan. 6, 7 p.m., at the Board of Education ofﬁce.

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Why? That RYAN is theBERRY quesMANAGING tion I’ve struggled with EDITOR over the past couple of weeks. I’ve been in the news media for nearly half of my life, but I’ve never had an event…a tragedy… touch me like the horrible crash that claimed the lives of two beautiful teenagers, Hudson and Katlynn Nestor. Unfortunately, this is not the ﬁrst time this type of horriﬁc accident has knocked the wind out of a community. I’ve felt horrible when other young people have succumbed to injuries from accidents or couldn’t re-

READERS WRITE Support for Derickson In 1982, a handful of what would become lifelong friends stepped out on a limb to support me in a primary for State Representative. Today, I am encouraging conservative Republicans to voice their support for Tim Derickson to be our next Congressman. I ﬁrst met Tim Derickson in 1983. A farmer and small business owner, Tim has a keen sense for good government and made a stand-out township trustee. He was eventually elected State Representative where I was able to work with him in the statehouse. He is a leader in Columbus and will be an important voice in Washington, as he lives out his faith and ﬁghts for a better agricultural and business climate. Tim Derickson has successfully led the Ohio House to renew a focus on strong families and protect our values by taking the lead to strengthen our border and ensure safety for those in our country. He managed his family dairy farm for many years and he knows agricultural issues and understands how decisions in Washington impact our family farms. He

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cover from an illness. I’ve been to candlelight vigils and I’ve interviewed teens that have received grim reports from their doctors. They have all moved me emotionally. This time was different. This time it really hit close to home. Hudson and Katy were classmates of my children. Both were the same ages as my children. This time I watched my children grieve. I’ve covered Hudson as he played soccer and my oldest shared a locker with him in the soccer locker room. I’ve seen Katy standing next to my youngest daughter during choir concerts. Why is one of the ﬁve W’s every reporter learns

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understands the impacts of regulations on agriculture and small businesses and will work to keep our trips to the grocery store affordable. Most of all he is a patriot who will defend our freedom. I feel conﬁdent that Tim Derickson’s approach will strengthen our local county parties and I know he will be effective in Congress. Please consider joining me by taking a stand in favor of Tim Derickson for Congress. Jim Buchy, Greenville

to ask when writing a story – Who, What, Where, When and Why. Why is usually the hardest question to answer. We can gather facts to know how something happened, but knowing why it happened isn’t easily explained. Why them? Why now? Why? It was one of the ﬁrst questions my youngest daughter asked and I’m sure it is a question that family, friends and anybody that has heard the story continues to ask. I keep searching for a logical answer to that question, but deep down inside I know there is none. Maybe I’ve been trying to answer the wrong question. Perhaps I should be answering the question – What? What can I do to give comfort long after the public gatherings have concluded and family and friends ﬁnd themselves alone with their own thoughts? What can I do to memorialize the legacy of these two young people and others that have left us at such a young age? What can I do to let my children know how much I love them? Two things really stood out to me at the candlelight vigil and then as I walked through the receiving line at the viewing. First, the number of lives a person touches in a short

amount of time and that it’s the little things that are remembered by family and friends. It’s a smile or laughter that burns bright in a memory. Even if you didn’t know them they most likely touched your life. It may have caused your heart to ache for their family or maybe you hugged your children a little longer. Secondly, while many of us wanted to give comfort to the family, it was really the family giving comfort to us. It was the hugs they handed out freely as the classmates and friends walked through. It was the words of encouragement they spoke and a reminder to always show your family you love them. I am in awe of the strength the Nestor family has shown this past week. As an aside, rumors that may or may not contain truths or partial truths regarding the circumstances of the crash will continue to circulate over the next few weeks and possibly months. They are irrelevant. The only facts that really matter are two beautiful young persons have been taken from us and there is a family that is hurting and will be hurting for years to come. Unlike the message of the cliché, time doesn’t heal all wounds.

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OBITUARIES

EVANS

– Mrs. Helen Marie (nee: Owen) (Amrine) Evans, 93, of Greenville, passed away on Dec. 24, 2015. Mrs. Evans was born May 27, 1922 in Champaign County, near Woodstock, Ohio to the late Ralph E. & Nora (Yoder) Owen. Mrs. Evans was a retired employee of Denison Division, Abex Corporation in Columbus. She, and husband Harold Evans, moved in 1987 to Panama City, Fla. She was a longtime volunteer at the Visual Arts Center of Northwest Florida, in Panama City. She also is a 1940 graduate of Union City, Ohio East Side High School. Helen loved crossword puzzles and was a ﬁerce competitor at Scrabble. Helen enjoyed connecting with friends and relatives on Facebook, and loved seeing pictures and videos of her great-grandchildren. She played the piano and baritone, and once as a young woman, about 1940, played Under the Double Eagles on both instruments over the radio simultaneously (baritone in right hand, piano with left). Helen was very

generous, never critical and a friend to all. Helen was preceded in death by two husbands, James Wesley Amrine, Marysville, Ohio and Harold W. Evans, Columbus, Ohio; and two brothers, Robert and James (Ted) Owen, Woodstock, Ohio. Helen is survived by a daughter, Bonnie L. (David) Evans of Livermore, CA; three sons, Dr. James W. (Louise nee: Loynachan) Amrine, Jr. of Morgantown, WV, Ralph P. Amrine of Columbus, and Mark A. Amrine of Greenville; two sisters, Louise Oswalt of Union City, IN and Josephine Wilson of Monticello, FL; three grandchildren, Erica (Russell) Anderson of New Orleans, LA, Daniel (Rachel nee: Waldron) Amrine of Fairmont, WV and David (Kyra nee: Beach) Amrine of McDonough, GA; eight great-grandchildren, Macy Amrine, Abigail Amrine, Neil (Max) Amrine, Aiden Amrine, Caleb Amrine, Alia Amrine, Clio Anderson and Evangeline Anderson; two sisters-in-law, Cathy Amrine of Marysville, and Anna Mae Blevins of Three Forks, MT; and many beloved nieces and nephews. According to Helen’s wishes, her cremains will be interred at Woodstock Cemetery in Woodstock, Ohio on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 at 1 p.m.; please feel free to attend. A celebration of Helen’s life will be held at the Evangelical United Methodist Church, 117 Franklin St., Union City, OH 45390 at 6

Recovery & Wellness Centers of Midwest Ohio – Brian Hathaway, Spirit Medical Transport, Peggy Follrod, Vickie Martin, Bob Scheiding and Jerri Lyn Stanley of Recovery & Wellness Centers of Midwest Ohio, Holly Hill, WHC Foundation Board of Directors, Lauren Henry, Wayne HealthCare Foundation, and Mitch Eiting, Midmark Corporation.

Faith Baptist Church – Brian Hathaway of Spirit Medical Transport, Pastor Bill Baker and Wayne Fourman of Faith Baptist Church, Holly Hill, representing Wayne HealthCare Foundation Board of Directors, Lauren Henry of Wayne HealthCare Foundation, and Mitch Eiting of Midmark Corporation.

p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2016 followed by a dinner. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Evangelical United Methodist Church, 117 Franklin St., Union City, OH 45390 or State of the Heart Hospice 1350 North Broadway Greenville, OH 45331. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com. – Shelva Jean Rose, 77, of Greenville, died Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2015. Private Memorial Services will be held at the convenience of the family in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. – Armella C. Ungruhn, 89, of St. Rose, died Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015. Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015 at St. Rose Catholic Church. Burial is in St. Rose Cemetery. – Francis E. “Frank” Bulcher, 97, of Versailles, died Friday, Dec. 25, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015 at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles. Burial is in St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles. – Jim Eyer, 73, of Greenville and formerly of Eldorado, died Friday, Dec. 25, 2015. A funeral service was held Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015

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at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison. – Pauline G. Brunswick, 81, of Greenville, died Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Greenville. Burial is in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Greenville. – Rodney K. Teaford, 68, of Greenville, died Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2015 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery. – Fred C. Clark, 87, passed away on Friday, Dec. 25, 2015. At his request, no service will be held. – Barbara J. “Barb” Coby, 74, of Rose Hill, died Monday, Dec. 28, 2015. Funeral Services were held Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. – Barbara Ann Sides, 71, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2015. A service was held Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016 at Zechar Bail ey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Abbottsville Cemetery, Darke County.

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EUM Outreach Ministries – Brian Hathaway, Spirit Medical Transport, Don Smith, EUM Outreach Ministries, Lauren Henry, Wayne HealthCare Foundation and Mitch Eiting, Midmark Corporation.

Pitsburg Church of the Brethren – John Strawser and Pastor Ken Oren of Pitsburg Church of the Brethren with Lauren Henry, director of Wayne HealthCare Foundation.

WHC Foundation teams up to give AEDs GREENVILLE – In 2007, the Wayne HealthCare Foundation was established and began their mission of philanthropic giving to the community with an AED program. Midmark Corporation partnered with the Foundation to help support this program at that time. Spirit Medical Transport also partnered with this program to provide the training to organizations for the use of the AED. An AED is an Automated External Deﬁbrillator. This machine is used during a cardiac crisis to shock the heart and work to save the life of the person in need. These can be used on children, infants and adults in times of emergency and many times are the solution to saving a life while a rescue is in route to the emergency. Thirty AEDs have been granted through this program to non-proﬁt organizations in the community since 2007. Wayne HealthCare Foundation, Midmark and Spirit teamed up this fall to grant another 10 AEDs to the community. Recently, Pitsburg Church of the Brethren, Faith Bap-

tist Church, Recovery and Wellness of Midwest Ohio, Darke County YMCA & EUM Outreach Ministries were granted AEDs. The WHC Foundation, Midmark and Spirit have also teamed up to enhance this program by adding a maintenance program for these AEDs. Recipients will be able to obtain new batteries and pads to keep their AED in good working use through this grant program and can update training yearly if necessary. AED recipients since the inception of this program in 2007 include: Greenville Youth Football, New Madison Community Volunteer Fire Company, Friedens Lutheran Church, Trinity Lutheran Church, Family Health, Webster United Methodist Church, State of the Heart Hospice, Greenville Masonic Lodge, First Presbyterian Church, Edison Community College, Greenville Citizens Baseball League, St. John Lutheran Church, First Assembly of God, Greenville Grace Brethren Church, Pitsburg Fire Department, Friends of the Darke County Parks, Oakland Church of the Brethren, YMCA of

Joyce Bruns Memorial scholarship available GREENVILLE – The Darke County Education Council (DCNEC) and Tony Bruns are pleased to announce the availability of a nursing scholarship(s) in memory of Joyce Bruns, R.N., B.S.N. The scholarship is administered through the Darke County Foundation. Qualifications for the scholarship application are as follows: Registered Nurse; Employed in health care in Darke County for the last five years; Provide a listing of community activities; Provide a listing of professional and work related activities; Write a summary of what the educational pursuit will provide for the community Applications may be made for: Completion of a B.S.N., M.S., M.S.N., P.N.P, PhD. Or related nursing degree; Certification preparation and exam; National or

state nursing convention; Continuing education Applications will be screened by DCNEC. Final date for submitting applications is April 1. To receive an application or for more info, contact Hall, 548-1141 ext. 5205, or theresa.hall@waynehealthcare.org; Kathy O’Dell, 548-0013, or godell2@woh. rr.com; or Sharlyn Hickey, 548-1141 ext. 5973, or sharlyn.hickey@waynehealthcare.org. DCNEC is honored and privileged to facilitate the only nursing scholarship in Darke County for the established registered nurse. If anyone is interested in donating to this scholarship, please send donations to: The Darke County Foundation, c/o Joyce Bruns R.N., B.S.N. Memorial Scholarship, P.O. Box 438, Greenville, Ohio 45331, or call 548-4673.

Linebaugh & Wiest to wed ROSSBURG – Mr. and Mrs. Hugh and Malinda Linebaugh of Rossburg announce the engagement of their daughter, Hannah Caroline Linebaugh, to Robert Allen Wiest, son of Mr. and Mrs. Don and Michelle Wiest of Brookville. Miss Linebaugh attended Ansonia High School and graduated summa cum laude from Wright State University-Lake Campus with a Bachelors Degree of English. She now works as a naturalist educator at Darke County Parks in Greenville. Mr. Wiest attended TriCounty North High School and Miami Valley Career Technology Center where he studied precision machining. He now works as

Hannah Linebaugh – Robert Wiest

a processing engineer for the Dayton Progress Corporation in Dayton. The couple met shortly after high school, and after several years, their close friendship blossomed into love. The wedding is planned for June 11, 2016 at the Linebaugh family farm near Rossburg.

Byrne and Halderman plan wedding ARCANUM – Dan and Dixie Halderman, of Arcanum, and Tom and Dana Byrne, of Washington Courthouse, are happy to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their children, Logan Halderman and Allyson Byrne. Logan is a 2007 graduate of Franklin Monroe and a 2015 graduate of The Ohio State University School of Dentistry. He currently works at Family Health in Greenville. Allyson graduated from Miami Trace High School in 2009 and also attended The Ohio State University, and is studying to become a family

Allyson Byrne – Logan Halderman

physician. Logan and Allyson met in 2011 on a spring break mission trip with their church. They will get married on June 18 near Washington Courthouse at the farm where Allyson grew up.

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Darke County YMCA – Brian Hathaway, Spirit Medical Transport, Sam Casalano, Darke County YMCA, Lauren Henry, Wayne HealthCare Foundation and Mitch Eiting, Midmark Corporation.

Darke County – Versailles Site, Evangelical United Methodist Church, Rocketship Sports, First United Methodist Church, Bible Fellowship, St. Mary’s Church in Union City, St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville, St. Mary’s Catholic School, Brethren Retirement Community, Wayne HealthCare LLC, Greenville Public Library, & Darke County Courthouse. The Wayne HealthCare Foundation Board of Directors is honored to provide this life-saving program to the community to enhance health and wellness close to home. They thank Midmark Corporation and

Spirit Medical Transport for their fantastic support to make this program successful. To learn more about the AED program or any of the programs provided by the Wayne HealthCare Foundation, or to make a donation, contact Lauren Henry, Foundation Director at 5477408. You may also visit www.waynehealthcare. org to learn more. Donations from their partners and this community allow the Foundation to fulﬁll its mission, “collaborating through philanthropy with Wayne HealthCare in order to enhance community education and wellness close to home.”

GREENVILLE – Great great grandma Wavelene Denniston, of Greenville, has a ﬁve generation family. She is shown with great grandma Phyllis Hiestand, of Union City, grandma Tara Stewart, of Union City, Ind., mom Lauren Newbauer, Union City, Ind. and baby August VanWicklin, Union City, Ind.

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Tyler VanWinkle drives lane for Patriots in Championship win (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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NEW MADISON – TriVillage won its own Patriot Holiday Classic for the second consecutive year defeating the Eaton Eagles 75-46. “I was really proud of our kids,” said Patriots Coach Josh Sagester. “We came out ready to play from the jump. I thought we set the tone especially defensively… did a nice job in our full court man.” “Didn’t gamble too much, didn’t give them anything easy,” continued Sagester. ”Just made it hard enough for them to get the ball up the ﬂoor and then have to make some perimeter shots. By the third and fourth quarters we were able to wear them down a little bit.” The Patriots used a suffocating press and uptempo offense to hold a 20-8 lead after one with Tyler VanWinkle leading the way with eight points including two of his four triples on the night. “He’s awful special,” said Sagester of his senior leader and tournament MVP, Tyler VanWinkle. “He’s just a winner. He does whatever it takes for us to win… really proud of him.” Eaton scored 13 second quarter points while the Patriots offense was adding 14 points to the board with Gavin Richards getting four of his 18 points in the period sending the teams to the break with the host team up 34-21. “He (Richards) is a 425 Memorial Dr. Greenville, OH 45331

scorer… has a knack to get to the rim,” Sagester said. “He didn’t make some perimeter shots tonight but he was able to score in other ways.” Period No. 3 had TV earning its largest quarter scoring of the night adding 25 points to the board with Trey Couch knocking down 12 points while holding Eaton to nine taking a commanding 59-30 lead to the ﬁnal period of play. “I thought he (Couch) played very well,” Sagester stated. “I thought he played within himself and did things we asked of him. Did his job… was able to ﬁnish around the rim. I thought he rebounded well for us.” The fourth quarter had both teams scoring 16 points with the Patriots winning the second annual Classic 75-46. “We had a couple other guys I thought played awful hard tonight… kind of our dirty work guys in Brett (Boyter), Knox (Morris), Jonny (Wilson) and Brandon Peters. The things that they do don’t necessarily show up in the box scores but allows those guys to have success.” “We don’t host tournaments to give our hardware to somebody else,” Sagester stated. “That was our goal tonight and I thought we did a pretty nice job. We have a nice group of players… a nice group of parents.” The Patriots were led by Trey Couch with 23 points, Tyler VanWinkle 21 and Gavin Richards 18 in the win.

UNION CITY, Ind. – The Lady Indians came from behind Wednesday night to beat Randolph County rival, Monroe Central, winning the 2nd Annual Union City Girls Basketball Holiday Tournament. Turnovers plagued Union City as they trailed the Lady Bears most of the contest. Finally in the fourth quarter, the Lady Indians tied the championship game at 32 a piece with a basket by junior Baylee Hartman with just ﬁve minutes to play. They then took the lead... as senior Madeline Adams hit two free throws with 3:08 left in the game. The Lady Bears had one chance to tie it up with seconds left before Union City junior Kora Kerns forced a jump ball with possession going to the Lady Indians with just one tick left on the clock. “It was an exciting game with a championship type environment,” said Union City head coach Sarah Hines. “Monroe Central was able to get points from offensive rebounds and I told the girls at halftime we had to keep them (Monroe Central) off the boards if we wanted to win tonight.” Union City held the Lady Bears to just two points in the ﬁnal quarter of play to win the tournament championship by a score

Union City Lady Indians won the 2nd Annual Union City Girls Basketball Holiday Tournament. See more photos from the tourney at bluebagmedia.com/photos. (Clinton Randall photo)

of 34-32. Junior Courtney Wise led the team with 10 points. “We were able to make adjustments we needed during timeouts and keep Monroe Central from getting the lead back late in the game,” Coach Hines added. “I am very proud of how the team played all three games of the tournament. They have earned a little break before playing in the county tournament next week.” In a post tournament ceremony, Union City’s Courtney Wise was named tournament Most Valuable Player (MVP). Other AllTournament Team members were Baylee Hartman and Kora Kerns (Union City), Mikaela McGrath and Abigail McGrath (Monroe Central), Leslie Sims of

Union City All-Tourney Team members: Kora Kerns, Courtney Wise (MVP) and Baylee Hartman. (Clinton Randall photo)

(Hauser), Monica Watkins (Liberty Christian), Rylee Davis (Union), Megan Schroeder (Seton Catholic), Brenna Koontz (Blue River) and Madison Shearer (Central Christian). Union City is now (14-2) overall on the season and

Buccs’ sticky defense drops Tigers BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

ANSONIA – A slow start spelled trouble for the Ansonia Lady Tigers in a 58-41 Monday night loss at the hands of the Covington Lady Buccs. “We just couldn’t get anything to fall down the first half… especially the first quarter,” said Ansonia Coach Jim Bolin. “I contribute that to Covington’s defense. We knew it was going to be like that the whole game… their sticky defense.” What would have been an 8-1 Ansonia lead in the first 2:45 of play turned into a 7-1 deficit with 2:41 remaining on the first quarter clock as seven of the Tigers’ first eight points were waved off due to traveling calls bringing a timeout from the Ansonia bench. “I don’t think so,” Bolin responded when questioned if he felt the traveling calls effected his team’s play. “I think they were disappointed in themselves for making

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a violation but I’ve been doing this so long… officiating is a hard job and most of the times they are right. You just have to play the game like it is being played and go on. You can’t let stuff like that bother you.” Abby Helmke drilled a three-pointer at 2:07 making a 7-4 score before Covington would close out first quarter scoring with an 11-6 lead with Helmke accounting for five Ansonia first-quarter points. Covington would extend its lead by two in quarter No. 2 taking a 2417 lead at the break with junior Jailyn Thwaits and sophomore Bailey Stammen each tossing in four points keeping the game within reach for the Lady Tigers. The Lady Buccs would use the third quarter to stretch its lead to 36-24 with Stammen accounting for five Ansonia points. “We just didn’t ratchet our game up to the level it should have been,” said Bolin. ”If we would have got some of those baskets to fall I think it might have been a little bit different outcome.” Ansonia would get its largest scoring output of

Jailyn Thwaits lays in two Ansonia points against Buccs (Gaylen Blosser photo)

the night in the ﬁnal period with 17 points only to have the Buccs get their best quarter of the night adding 22 points for a ﬁnal 58-41 score. “The last three minutes

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Brett McEldowney scores for Versailles in tournament ﬁnals (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Versailles runner up in Holiday Tournament Champs BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES – The Chaminade Julienne Eagles drilled a last second three to defeat Versailles 69-66 in the Versailles Holiday Tournament. “I’m extremely proud of the effort that we showed tonight,” said Versailles Coach Scott McEldowney. “We feel pretty fortunate with the talent that we have.” The Tigers took an opening 2-0 lead before CJ raced out to a 10-4 advantage taking a 20-14 lead after one. Versailles would close the gap by one to trail the Eagles 32-27 at the break and continued to whittle away at CJ’s lead to trail by two at 49-47 after three heading to the ﬁnal period of play. CJ used ﬁrst 2:03 of the fourth quarter to stretch its lead to double digits at 59-49. The Tigers would battle back taking a 65-64 lead off a Brett McEldowney three pointer with 0:48 on

the fourth quarter clock only to have CJ take the lead back at 66-65 with 0:39 showing. A Justin Ahrens free throw knotted the score at 66-66 at 0:16 bringing a timeout from the Chaminade bench.” “We accomplished some things in the second half,” McEldowney said. “A lot of ﬁght to the kids to climb back in. CJ would ﬁnd all net on a three pointer with 0:03 showing giving the visitors a 69-66 tournament win. “Just some areas we need to clean up to take us from a pretty good team to a great team,” McEldowney stated. “So proud of them tonight.” Justin Ahrens led Versailles and all scorers in the game with 26 points and Brett McEldowney accounted for 16 Tiger points. Versailles went 20-24 at the charity stripe good for 83 percent shooting. With the win CJ moves to 9-1 while Versailles’ record stands at 8-2.

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ANSONIA – The Ansonia JV Lady Tigers coasted to a 36-30 win over Covington Monday night. Covington’s JV team had six juniors and two freshmen on the roster with ﬁve juniors and one freshman scoring while the Lady Tigers had four freshmen and three sophomores with the freshmen accounting for 22 points and the sophomore class adding 14 points in the win. “Really proud of my girls,” said Ansonia JV Coach Sara Mayo. “We have had a tough season. We are short on numbers and there are games where we have had ﬁve and sometimes six players and everybody does their part.” Ansonia took a 9-7 lead after one period of play behind Kassy Wentworth’s four points. “She (Wentworth) is a ball player,” Mayo said. “She is overall just a fantastic player. Sophomore year (2016-17) people better be looking out for her because she’s going to be a great athlete.” The Lady Tigers would take a 16-13 lead at the break with Katie Werts dropping in four second-

quarter points. Period No. 3 would prove to be Ansonia’s best quarter outscoring the Buccs 10-4 with the tandem of Wentworth and Wertz adding four and three points respectively for a 26-17 advantage heading to the ﬁnal period of play. Covington would battle back to outscore the Lady Tigers 13-10 in the fourth but fell short losing to the Lady Tigers. The younger Tigers showed growth handling a taunting Buccs pressure defense. “Trinity Henderson (5’2” freshman) is my little ball handler,” said Mayo. “If we are in a situation where we are getting pressed all I have to do is say get Trinity the ball. “She can get the ball up court for us with no problem.” “We usually don’t handle the press very well so I was super excited about that,” continued Mayo. “They came in earlier than what was expected of them and we went over the press. I think they ﬁnally have that part down pat and they know not to get so jittery when they bring the ball up-court. Composure is your biggest problem. If you don’t have composure you’re going to turn the ball over.”

Kassy Wentworth scores two of her game high 15 points in win over Buccs (Gaylen Blosser photo)

The Lady Tigers won the game at the charity stripe knocking down 15-of-26 free-throws while Covington made 2-of-10. “I was pretty pleased with them,” said Mayo. “Al-

ways nice to get a win at home.” Ansonia 5’7” freshman Kassy Wentworth led all scorers in the game with 15 points.

Versailles students give back BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES – Versailles athletes and music students took time out of their busy holiday schedules to give back to their community by serving residents at the Versailles Health Care Center on Monday afternoon. “It started out as a very small idea of just adopting residents that didn’t have families,” said Tana Francis who came up with the idea. “The kids said no patient is going to be left behind including the outpatient therapy who was presented cupcakes from the boys basketball team. The kids really took to giving.” The student made their rounds visiting and sharing with the many residents at the local facility bringing Christmas Joy, smiles and laughter from everyone. “Tina Francis contacted me and asked if they could adopt several of our residents this year for Christmas,” said Kristy Earick, Executive Director Versailles Health Care Center. “They wanted to have the students give back to our residents and patients… those that are more unfortunate, that don’t have a lot of family involved.” “The facility identiﬁed four residents they felt would really appreciate it. The students along with the coaches all came together today and brought gifts and food for the patients,” added Earick, “and then they also brought them in for all the other residents in the facility as well.” “It is a really good way for us to give back to our community,” said Versailles varsity bowler Hannah Niekamp. “They come out and support us every weekend with whatever we do. It’s just a good way for us kids to show what it means to us.”

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“The coaches were looking forward to having their kids participate and give back to the community,” said Francis. “If it wasn’t for the community, their support and their love for our students and athletics they really wouldn’t be able to have the opportunities they have now.” Versailles varsity basketball player Justin Ahrens along with his teammates made their rounds through the facility as well as the Lady Tigers basketball

teams, swimming and wrestling teams visiting with the many residents. “It is great how they come and support us with everything that we have,” said Ahrens. “It’s just a great way for us to show how we give back to the community because our sports really wouldn’t have the fan support like we have in our community without these guys. It’s a great way for us to give back and show support for them too.” “They are really happy,”

added Ahrens. “They aren’t concerned about the presents. They’re just concerned that we are giving back to them and showing our support for them too.” “It’s very touching to see our students step up and do this program,” Earick stated. “They could have chosen anywhere they wanted, to give back to the Versailles community and for them to choose our residents is very thoughtful and very heartwarming to me and my staff.”

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LOCAL34th annual Community

SUNDAY, JANUARY 3, 2016

Christmas Dinner a huge success GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

This year’s Coloring Contest winners are (front row) Nicholas Flora, Danika Neargarder, Ellaina Koontz, (middle row) Madie and Lilly Hobbs, David Reed, Anna Hemmelgarn, (back row) Virginia Henn, Rosemary Monnin and Lauren Meiring. (Ryan Berry photo)

Winners of Coloring Contest announced GREENVILLE – The Early Bird/Bluebag Media thanks everyone that entered the annual Coloring Contest. Over 200 entries were received across four categories. First place in each category earned $50 in Santa Bucks while second and third place earned $25 and $15 in Santa Bucks. This year’s sponsors and drop off locations were John’s IGA in Versailles; Didier Hardware in Union City; Troutwine Chevrolet and Ben Franklin in Arcanum, Loudy Ofﬁce Machines, Dominos, Greenville National Bank, Candy Bouquet and Greenville Ace Hardware in Greenville. In the 2-5 year old category, Nicholas Flora (5), of Greenville took the top prize. Ellaina Koontz (5), of New Madison and Ga-

briella Decessary (5), of Hollansburg, earned second and third place. David Reed (7), of Pitsburg, earned ﬁrst place in the 6-8 years old category. Danika Neargarder, of Fort Recovery, and Ashley Hegemier, of Greenville, took the runners-up spots. Lilly (11) and Madie (9) Hobbs, of Greenville, worked on their picture together and shared the ﬁrst place prize in the 9-12 year old category. Second and third place went to Lauren Meiring (10), of Osgood, and Anna Hemmelgarn (10), of Osgood Rosemary Monnin, of Versailles, won the top prize in the 65 and older category. Virginia Henn, of Verona, earned second place, and Carol McLear, of Greenville, earned third place.

Kiwanis President Mike Snyder is ﬂanked by Kansas City Royals Operations Director Jeff Davenport (left) and Royals rookie pitcher Tripp Davis. (Bob Robinson photo)

Kiwanians get a visit from champion Royals BOB ROBINSON

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GREENVILLE – “I’ve faced that 95-mile-an-hour fast ball before… I’m just as happy with the DH,” said Tripp Davis, pitcher with the World Champion Kansas City Royals. He told members and guests at Kiwanis of Greenville he likes the designated hitter rules of the American League. Davis is in the Royals farm system and hopes to move closer to the majors in 2016. “I’ve been working out and working on my sidearm pitches,” Davis said. “When I get to spring training I don’t want to be getting into shape; I want to already be there.” Davis and Jeff Davenport, Senior Director of the Royals’ Team Travel/ Clubhouse Operations, joined Kiwanians for their weekly lunch meeting Dec. 23. They talked about their World Champion season

with Davenport noting he was privileged to have been given the responsibility of designing the team World Series Champion rings. Both Davis and Davenport are Greenville natives. Davis, a “southpaw” (left-hander), was signed by the Royals in August 2013 and two years later wrapped up his season with the Idaho Falls Chukars. Davis ﬁnished the year with a 2.50 ERA (Earned Run Average). Davis said his biggest challenge was switching from an overhand delivery to a sidearm delivery. Once he got comfortable with it, he liked it. “It’s a lot easier on the arm,” he said. Davenport said Davis has a good future with the Royals. “Southpaws are good properties,” he added. At the completion of the presentation Davis and Davenport handed out ofﬁcial World Series baseballs to Kiwanians and guests in attendance.

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GREENVILLE – The 34th annual Community Christmas Dinner took place at noon Christmas day at the Lighthouse Christian Center. The Community event was the brainchild of Pastor Herschel and Barbara Fee and continues to grow each year. “Pastor Fee has the biggest heart I know of and has always had a heart for the community,” said Eric Fee. This is the way we can show it every year. This has always been his favorite time of year. Son; Eric Fee and wife Kristin play a large role in reaching out to the community with the annual Christmas dinner. “We are excited to be in the 34th year of doing this,” said Eric. “It gets bigger every year because there are more needs in the community.” More than 300 guests took part in the dinner as well as 100 meals delivered to local shut-ins. “We serve a good meal,” said Pastor Fee. “Ham, barbeque pork, chicken, green beans, scalloped potatoes, corn and Wicks pies.” “We get the carry-outs done quickly,” added Pastor Fee. “We have people volunteer to drive. We pick up people who don’t have a way here but want to be around people.” Gifts were given to every child in including 32 bicycles and enough door prizes for most. As the event grows so

Hundreds share Community Christmas Dinner (Gaylen Blosser photos)

does the number of volunteers required to maintain the level of efﬁciency all have come to appreciate. “We see a need growing every year,” said Eric Fee. “It’s neat to see all of these volunteers coming and helping… giving up their Christmas. We couldn’t do it without them. We couldn’t do it without the community donating money to buy gifts. They are very generous to us. They have been for the last 34 years.” The dinner is not just for those struggling with ﬁnancial burdens but includes everyone that does not care to spend Christmas alone. “This isn’t just for people that can’t afford it,” said Eric. “We have people that are very well off here that are alone around Christmas. They come and get to talk with other people… spend Christmas with

other folks. It’s for anyone that may not have family around or celebrated last week and they just don’t want to spend Christmas alone.” “After 34 years this has become a family,” added Eric. “There are people that have been here every year for 34 years and it’s a big family Christmas. It’s not really a family dinner any more… it’s a family

South students learn Zentangle art and Tibetan Peace Flags BOB ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – In the hallway students are always walking by; this creates movement in the flags above them. They’re carrying wishes for peace from students at South Intermediate School. Art Teacher Julie Brewer explained the purpose of the art stretching across the ceilings in the hallways… “The students studied Tibetan Peace Flags,” Brewer said. “During the old wars the soldiers carried banners to represent their battalions.” Tibetans wanted to change that, she added… so they started doing peace flags. “Peace flags, according to the Tibetan tradition, are created with the idea that every time the wind blows, it carries wishes for peace to the world.” The students are doing the same thing… “They made wishes for peace for the family, the school and the world.” Brewer also introduced other new concepts to her students. One was Zentan-

Spirits are high as students decorate halls for the Christmas break. In the upper right corner of the photo Tibetan Peace Flags help carry student wishes for peace. (Bob Robinson photo)

gle Meditative doodling; another was the term “edition.” The Zentangle doodling was the design used for the blocks. Five different designs were carved on linoleum blocks, and composed the printed edition for the project. Finally, students learned what they were doing was Installation Artwork… it isn’t complete until it’s in a speciﬁc location. Brewer compared it to

installing AC in a home. “You may have purchased your AC unit, but until it leaves the van and is actually installed, the job isn’t finished.” The ‘flags’ had to be hanging in the hallway before the project could be considered complete. The South School art teacher said the students had been caught up on the project. “The first day of doing Zentangles they were really concentrating,”

she said. “You could hear a pin drop.” Once the flags were up, students started on another project for the final day of school before Christmas vacation… a follow-up one (just for fun). They began creating snowflakes out of folded and cut-out paper. Completed snowflakes were then turned over to other students to staple onto the walls.

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DARKE COUNTY SCHOOL NEWS

Teeter earns 2nd Versailles spreads Christmas cheer place at state contest UNION CITY – Joe Teeter, a member of the Mississinawa Valley-MVCTC FFA Chapter, was recently recognized at the state level in the Job Interview CDE. Joe earned the top spot in his division at the district level, and then went on to compete in Columbus for a state title. After winning his division at state, he went through another interview process to possibly be named the overall winner. Joe was awarded second place overall. When asked his opinion on the CDE, Joe stated, “It deﬁnitely was worth it. The skills I learned will be ones that I’ll use for the rest of

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PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe students of the month for November are Clint Duckett, Grace Fee, Kyle Fourman, Logan Garber, and Chloe Henninger. These students were chosen by the faculty for their positive contributions to the Franklin Monroe School and community. The Student of the Month sponsor for Franklin Monroe is Vint’s Restaurant.

FM NHS INDUCTION

PITSBURG – The following students were inducted into the Franklin Monroe National Honor Society at a formal induction ceremony on Nov. 23: (front row) Taylor Hackney, Allyson Masterson, Beth Kirpatrick, Madison Collins, Jade Besecker, (second row) Brianna Diceanu, Emilia Brown, Emilee Morris, Madison Schaar, (third row) Britt Bowlin, Zach Hyre, Cole Skelton, Wyatt King and Sawyer Miller.

VERSAILLES – Members of the Versailles FFA have been extremely busy during the month of December helping spread Christmas cheer in the Versailles community as well as Darke County. Versailles FFA delivered three boxes of fruit to each of the following: Versailles Kinder Corner, Versailles YMCA, Brilliant Beginnings and Versailles Health Care Center. FFA member Nathan Mescher and Ashley Petitjean delivered fruit to the YMCA and Brilliant Beginnings. This year Versailles FFA conducted a separate toy drive collection with brand new toys distributed through the Versailles Council of Churches and used toy drive collection also took place and those toys were delivered to the Miami and Shelby county Toys for Tots headquarters since Darke County did not have a collection this year. Due to the generosity of Versailles residents and surrounding communities, the Versailles FFA donated 25 fifty-gallon bags toys of used toys. Over 2,000 brand new toys were collected and distributed to the families that participated in the Versailles Council of Churches. A check for over $2,000 was given to the Council of Churches which included can food drive money as well as checks given to benefit the toy drive. A special thanks to Versailles Savings and Loan for matching some of the financial donations. Versailles FFA would also like to thank the following locations for donating their facilities to use as toy drop off locations: Versailles Savings and Loan, St. Denis Catholic Church, Holy Family Catholic Church, Versailles Christian Church, Trinity Lutheran Church, Versailles Village Schools, Versailles United Methodist Church, Webster United Methodist Church, Second National Bank, US Bank, Dollar General, Versailles Ace Hardware and John’s IGA.

Versailles FFA would like to thank Marjorie Dapore and Jenny Parin of the Versailles Council of Churches for their assistance with the toy distribution. They would like to once again thank the community for their generosity and area individuals for providing a place for dropoff. Versailles FFA also had extra toys left after the toy distribution and some of those toys were given to Rustic Hope and Mike Meyer of St. Denis Catholic Church who will distribute on an as needed basis. On Dec. 17, the Versailles FFA presented the Versailles Council of Churches with gifts for one family the Versailles FFA adopted. They also presented the Council of Churches with 29 bags of apples and 29 bags of navels and tangelos. The Versailles FFA also sponsored a Can Food Drive the last week of school for all junior high and high school students, and donated cans to benefit the Versailles area food pantry sponsored through the Versailles area Council of Churches. This year the drive was based on averages in homerooms of the middle school. Mr. Foltz’s sixth grade homeroom earned first with 10.42 cans per student; Mrs. Whittaker’s seventh grade homeroom averaged 10.38 cans; and Mr. Keller eighth grade homeroom took third an 8.36 average cans per person. A total of 1,864 cans were collected in the middle school. The high school collected over 3,838 cans. Mrs. Wuebker’s first period class placed first with an 82.6 can average; Mr. Niekamp’s class averaged 68.3 cans; and Mr. Harrmann’s first period class finished third with a 50.2 average. The winning class in the middle school and high school will receive a pizza party as a reward. A special thanks to the Versailles FFA Community Interactions Committee for helping organize some

Versailles FFA members shown delivering the cans and money from the recent Can Food Drive to the Versailles Council of Churches are Colleen Gehret, Issac Gehret, Ben Albers and Marcus Berger with Mrs. Dapore and Mr. Brown of the Versailles Council of Churches.

of these efforts. Members of the Community Interactions Committee include David Barlage, Sean Bes-

cker, Justine Francis, Nathan Henry, Gavin Mills and Jacob Koeper.

Arcanum High School FCCLA LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl team consists of Megan McFaddin, Hayley Harleman, Elizabeth Riley, Marlee Hess and Abbie Bright. Their adviser is Mrs. Patty Carroll.

Arcanum team shows consumer knowledge ARCANUM – The Arcanum FCCLA Chapter recently participated in the FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl contest at the National Cluster Meeting in Indianapolis, Ind. The Arcanum chapter qualiﬁed by completing online questions that were related to the Family & Consumer Science courses that are part of the High School curriculum. The top 16 teams then advanced to Round #2. Round #2 was a pool play where each team member completed questions in one of the

following areas: Personal Finance, Consumer Rights and Responsibilities, Technology—Fashion and Housing, Food Science, Nutrition and Early Childhood Development, Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation, and FCCLA knowledge. Schools competed in a head-to-head round. The top six teams advance to level II which will be held in San Diego in the summer of 2016. More information about the FCCLA LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl can be found at www.fcclainc.org

ANSONIA SPELLING BEE

The Greenhand team includes Adam Godwin, Garret Hartle, Bryan Blackburn, Gabby Boettcher, Christian Price, Betsy Hall and Sam Schmitmeyer.

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Gillem and Grosch Greenville teams compete in Parli Pro recognized at AHS GREENVILLE – On Dec. 2, the Greenville FFA chapter was represented in the Darke County Parliamentary Procedure contest at Ansonia High School. Thirteen members of the Greenville FFA participated in this contest. The Greenhand (ﬁrst year members) team consisted of seven members, Adam Godwin, Garret Hartle, Bryan Blackburn, Gabby Boettcher, Chris-

tian Price, Betsy Hall, and Sam Schmitmeyer. The Advanced team was made up of six members, Victoria Nader, Olivia McDade, Harley Fisher, Andrew Stegall, Judge Welbaum, and Elias Watters. Both teams received a silver rating at this contest. The Greenville FFA is very proud of these individuals and the time they have committed to prepare for the contest.

ARCANUM – Students of the Month for November from Arcanum High School are Brendin Gillem and Holly Grosch. Selections were made by the faculty on the basis of accountability, honesty, and service demonstrated at Arcanum High School. Brendin and Holly were nominated because of the accountability and service that they demonstrate at AHS. Brendin was nominated because of the ser-

vice that he demonstrated at school. He has been a tremendous help with our Friends of Rachel club. He is always helpful to others at AHS. Holly also leads through service at AHS. She consistently helps others and tutors other students during the school day. The Student of the Month program is sponsored by McDonald’s and Hot Head Burritos.

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Wall of History committee seeks help in UC UNION CITY – Once again, the Village of Union City, Ohio Wall of History Committee is asking for your help. Have you seen their display at the Union City Municipal Building, 419 East Elm St., Union City, Ohio? They have obituaries, school pictures from Union City East Side and Jackson, Ohio schools (now Mississinawa Valley). They have names and locations of many churches from the past and present, memory letters from many citizens, businesses, minutes from early council meetings, first ordinances in the Village, early contracts with the railroads, Interurban, old advertisements, and a 1926 map of Union City, Ohio containing names of owners and occupants. They recently had a picture titled Red ‘73 that was taken in the 1920s. An alert citizen called to say it was not Red ‘73, but the J.H. Long Factory and their employees, with Mr. Long pictured in the front row. The Red ’73 didn’t occupy that building until 1943. Thanks to a citizen they have another picture identified. Many citizens have written memory letters about people, places and things they remember about Union City. Could you do this for them? Do you remember local doctors’ names from the earlier years? If so, could you make us a list of those you remember and where they were located? They still have many pictures of people, places and businesses they cannot name. Can you help us with this? Also, they currently have a mural on the wall of the Municipal Building that depicts the first 50 years of the city’s heritage. They also have photographs on display of the city’s mayors and a photograph of the Kemper Furniture Factory picnic held in 1939. Mr. Kemper is in the photo. Did you or any of your family work there? If so, perhaps you could find their picture – or one of yourself as there are a lot of young children included in this photo. They have

many names listed on the photograph – look it over and see if you can help us identify others currently unnamed. The committee also has information on businesses from the early years, and the first of many city ordinances. Also, they have a book on the incorporation of the Village as well as many advertisements and mementos from the past. Information on veterans and much more is available, but they need your help with more information on all of these and also what you remember about local history. The Wall of History recently had a donation of five Jackson, Ohio yearbooks to be used for the viewing pleasure of their visitors. Those yearbooks are a permanent part of the collection and are not to be removed. However, all five of those books are now missing from the display area. The committee works very hard to make sure items such as these are well-taken care of so visitors have a pleasant experience regarding those items they have collected. If you or someone you know has borrowed them, would you please return them so that others may continue to enjoy looking through them? Maybe you have pictures they could copy, old ads, pictures, articles or anything about the village and its people you have or remember. Do you have some spare time as well as a love for history? Can you help with any kind of history, any object of history, a donation or possibly working with them on some of their projects? Stop by the Municipal Building to see what they have on display. It might give you an idea of what they need or maybe how you can help them. If so, give Betty at 968-4756. Hours are 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. They meet bi-monthly in the Municipal Council Chambers, 419 East Elm St., in Union City, Ohio. The next meeting is Feb. 17 at 1:30 p.m.

GTI gives to CADC GREENVILLE – During the month of October, Greenville Technology, Inc. (GTI) held its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign. GTI’s Health and Wellness committee coordinators Kristian Garwood and Kristen Gosnell planned a month full of activities to try to meet the goal of $3,000. With the help of the committee, GTI held a soft pretzel day, popcorn day, bake sale, and several rafﬂes. Local vendors helped out by donating prizes for their Fight for a Cure rafﬂe. GTI employees also purchased badge holders, lapel pins, and t-shirts. The t-shirt sale was a big hit. On Oct. 30, GTI held

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Park volunteer turned park maintenance man, Wayne Nichols skims the foam off the bubbling sap.

DCP’s Maple Sugaring school program GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks extends another invitation to teachers for the 2015-2016 school year to get their students outside. Their curriculum based school programs are a great resource that all teachers are encouraged to take advantage of. From Feb. 16-25, Darke County Parks will be offering their favorite seasonal school program: Nature’s Sweet Treat! This program allows students to observe the process of turning sap into the sweetest of nature’s treats, maple syrup! Topics will cover the science behind maple syrup as well as the rich cultural history of maple sugaring. Students will have the option of trying some maple sugar and fresh maple syrup at the end of the program as well. The program will last for one hour, and classes are welcome to eat their packed lunch before or after the program. Preregistration is required; call the Nature Center, and ask to speak with Robb Clifford. All ﬁeld trips are now provided at no cost for all Darke County Schools. The naturalists at the Darke County Parks District are excited to also offer a whole sundry of other programs. All the programs meet the newly revised state science standards and can be an excellent complement to class-

MV honors FFA members

UNION CITY – The Mississinawa Valley FFA Chapter recently named their members of the month for November and December. For the month of November, Freshman Bailey Johnson was recognized. Bailey participated in the food science CDE and was one of the highest scorers on the team. She also sold over $450 worth of fruit in our annual fruit sale. For the month of December, eighth grader Cody Dirksen was selected. Cody participated in the Parliamentary Procedure CDE as the chairman and also helped raise over $3,000 worth of fruit sales. Congratulations to both members who were honored.

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room studies. Some of the topics offered are life cycles, plants, habitats, geology, natural resources, and more! Students don’t just learn about natural history. Several schools explore Darke County’s rich cultural history through tours and demonstrations in the Anthony Wayne Peace Council House and the Log House at Shawnee Prairie Preserve. If squeezing in a ﬁeld trip is not an easy option, the naturalists can bring a program into your classroom. These are only a fraction of the programs the Darke County Parks staff has to offer. Naturalists can tailor a program to your students’ speciﬁc needs. Give the Nature Center a call at 548-0165 or visit the website at www.darkecountyparks.org for a full list of upcoming events for winter and more information on all of the programs Darke County Parks provides.

GREENVILLE – Premier Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Associates is pleased to announce the added patient service of Dermatology to Greenville and surrounding areas. Kathie Gilmore, CNP, graduated from Arcanum High School and earned her Registered Nurse (RN) from the Kettering College of Medical Arts. She then earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing from Miami University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Kathie worked at Kettering Memorial Medical Center in Med-Surgery and Intensive Care Unit as a primary caregiver, supervisor and management. She then went to Wright State University, graduating Magna Cum Laude, to obtain her Master’s Degree in Science for Nurse Practitioner. Having worked in the ﬁeld of Dermatology for more than 12 years, Kathie is excited to be coming back to Darke County to

practice and has family that still resides in the area. “I enjoy developing relationships with my patients, treating each patient as a whole person since the skin is a visible indication of what may be going on internally,” says Mrs. Gilmore. “I’m thrilled to be part of the Greenville medical community and could not have chosen a better place to practice dermatology than Premier Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Associates.” New patients can schedule an appointment with Kathie Gilmore, CNP, by calling 438-5333, 800248-0491 or visiting dermatologist-plasticsurgeon. com. Premier Plastic Surgery and Dermatology Associates has expanded to this location with the addition this ofﬁce located at 832 Central Avenue. To learn more, visit www.dermatologist-plasticsurgeon.com.

FLAG PRESENTATION

GREENVILLE – The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 7262 of Greenville presented St. Mary’s School with a new American Flag. The flag was presented to Principal Vernon Rosenbeck by Jeannette Jenkinson. Everybody at the school wants to thank the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 7262 for their support of St. Mary’s School.

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CITY OF GREENVILLE

On December 15, 2015, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #15-136 Supplemental Appropriations This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday. Vicki Harris, Clerk Greenville City Council Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director 12/27, 1/3

CITY OF GREENVILLE

On December 15, 2015, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #15-129 Supplemental Appropriations • Ordinance #15-130 Transfer • Ordinance #15-131 Temporary Appropriations for 2016 until not later than March 31, 2016 and a regular appropriations ordinance for the year 2016 is passed. • Ordinance #15-132 Amending the City zoning map to rezone part of lot 300 and being 208 Sweitzer Street. • Resolution #15-133 authorizing entry into contract with Miami Valley Lighting for street lighting services commencing January 1, 2016 and expiring December 31, 2025. • Ordinance #15-134 establishing wages/ salaries for various employees of the City of Greenville not covered by wage agreements. This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Ordinance #15-135 establishing wages/ salaries for various employees of the City of Greenville not covered by wage agreements. This ordinance has an emergency clause. This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday. Vicki Harris, Clerk Greenville City Council Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director 12/20, 12/27 2T

Darke County Sheriff’s Estate Sales For more information call 937-547-4603 or go to www.darkecountysheriff.org

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate

Greenville National Bank VS. No. 15CV00428 Wanda Schroeder, et al.

Wells Fargo VS. No. 15CV00443 Jodie Anderson, et al.

Christiana Trust VS. No. 12CV00696 Chad Garrett, et al.

Beneﬁcial Financial VS. No. 15CV00068 Francis Wheelock, et al.

JP Morgan Chase VS. No. 15CV00317 Christopher Sykes, et al.

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, January 15, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Arcanum in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 112 W First St Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: P59230809040112700

Street Address: 1392 Highland Dr Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221223020212700

Street Address: 266 Oakwood St Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221234020211600

Street Address: 8824 Montgomery County Line Rd. Brookville, Ohio Parcel Number: K40040731000020400

Street Address: 525 Harrison Ave Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235030413100

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $24,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $80,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $55,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $101,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $53,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate

United States of America VS. No. 15CV00339 Colleen Jessup, et al.

American Budget Company VS. No. 15CV00407 Shawnda Whalen, et al.

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Street Address: 2345 State Route 571 W Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: S70011214000012200

Street Address: 231 W Smithﬁeld St Bradford, Ohio Parcel Number: A04240921020312600 & A04240921020312500 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $15,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $56,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate

Delinquent Lands Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

General Information The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property. The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes: In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00452, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Helen Kiser, et al., Defendants. Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $3,866.75 (Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty Six and 75/100) 716 Railroad St. Union City, OH H33211329030111400 & H33211329030111300 Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at 10 o’clock AM at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 15th day of January, 2016 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 29th day of January, 2015, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY. Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 12/27, 1/3, 1/10 3T

the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes. Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.governmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville. All sales begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Bidding information Bidding starts at two-thirds of the appraised value. Successful bidders must deposit 15% of the purchase price at the time of the sale. Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before

the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price must be paid at the confirmation of the sale, which is approximately 30 days after the date of sale. More Information You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

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T-V MVCTC FFA members recognized

The members who participated were Andrew Harshbarger, Marcus Berger, Kylie Lyons, Danielle Hesson, Dean Heitkamp, Makayla Berger, Cole Kremer, and Isaac Ruhenkamp.

Team places second in district soil judging VERSAILLES – On Sept. 30, Versailles FFA students participated in the District Soil Judging contest and placed second out of 30 teams. The eight students from Versailles who competed were Isaac Ruhenkamp, Makayla Berger, Danielle Hesson, Dean Heitkamp, Kylie

Lyons, Marcus Berger, Cole Kremer, and Andrew Harshbarger. Dean Heitkamp placed fourth, Danielle Hesson placed 12th, Andrew Harshbarger 15th and Cole Kremer 19th out of 220 participants. The team will now go on to compete at the State contest.

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NEW MADISON – The 88th National FFA Convention was held in Louisville, Ky. Oct. 28–31. This year’s theme was “Amplify” and was attended by more than 60,000 FFA members, teachers, and guests from across the country. The four-day convention included Powerful Speaker, National Agricultural Career Show, National Ofﬁcer Retiring Addresses, Award Presentations and the installation of six newly elected National Ofﬁcers. This year there were 12 members from Tri-Village in attendance for the four day trip. These members were then able to take the information learned and bring it back to share with the rest of the FFA chapter. Because of hard work and dedication two members of the Tri-Village MVCTC FFA were recognized on stage for their accomplishments. The Tri-VillageMVCTC FFA was

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represented by Gabe Watern as he was a National Proﬁciency Finalist in the area of Outdoor Recreation. During convention Gabe was interviewed and was recognized on stage for his accomplishments. The TriVillage-MVCTC FFA was also represented at convention by Dylen Price. Dylen received the American FFA Degree, which is the highest honor that can be bestowed on a member and is earned by less than 1% of FFA members. The convention was packed with loads of highlight for the Tri-VillageMVCTC FFA members. Some of the highlights for the students include hearing retiring addresses from Na-

tional Ofﬁcers who shared how the FFA and Agricultural Education made a huge positive inﬂuence in their lives. Members also heard from nationally renowned motivational speaker Rick Rigsby. Rigsby was able encourage and empower the students to transform their lives by making an impact. In between a busy convention schedule, students were able attend the annual FFA National Career Show and were also able to learn more about agriculture with tours of Consolidated Grain and Barge, Taylor Cattle Tours, and the Louisville Science Center. The knowledge and experiences gained by members in atten-

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Tri-Village MVCTC FFA Members that attended the National FFA Convention were (front row) Kina Hill, Marissa Roark, Courtney Banis, Brittany Brewer, Riley Hollinger, Kara Hollinger, (back row) Gabe Watern, Garrett George, Michael Marcus, Tanner Jones, Tyler Martin and Josh Hollinger.

dance for the National Convention was extraordinary. These members saw agriculture from a

national perspective and met FFA members from every corner of the country. For more in-

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REPO AND BANKRUPTCY AUTO AUCTION

SATURDAY JANUARY 9, 2016

9:00 A.M. SHARP

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TWO BLOCKS NORTH OF OLD LOCATION CORNER OF YOUNG AND ROOSEVELT

OVER 25 CARS, VANS, SUVS AND MOTORCYLE

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ESTATE AUCTION

JANUARY 9, 2016 10:00 AM DARKE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 800 SWEITZER STREET GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331

Autos-Antiques & Collectibles- Horse TackHousehold-Garage Items Autos 2014 GMC Acadia with only 27,000 miles, leather, power everything, nice clean car. Don’t miss this one. 2005 Buick Lacrosse with only 67,000 miles, very nice car. Excellent condition. Antiques and Collectibles Seeburg Symphonola jukebox Model 147S w/ electric selector E6206, working condition, needs crystal pickup; early Singer sewing machine; lots of glass baskets-plates-bowls, Fenton, Westmoreland; matchbook collection, business card collection; wedding card collection; Stetson hat box; watches; Avon dealer award figurines; Avon porcelain Nativity scene; early food grinder; Dietz kerosene lanterns; kerosene lamps; coal buckets; wire egg baskets; wire bird cage; vintage girls bicycle; Bradford Exchange wall plates; costume jewelry; wooden high chair; Scotch cooler; sewing patterns; sewing supplies. Horse Tack & Equipment Bridles; halters; harness; harness pieces; bits; collars; breast straps; saddle blankets; single and double trees; lead ropes; hay bags; curry combs; brushes; fair box; manure fork. Household Drop leaf dining table w/3 leaves & 6 harp back chairs; Formica double drop dining table w/6 chairs; round Formica table w/4 chairs; small double drop table; oak dining table; end table; lamp stands; lamps; marble top wash stand; vanity; 2- 3 piece full size bedroom suites; wood twin beds; several dressers and chests of drawers; sofas; loveseats; pair spindle back rush bottom chairs; wood rocker; several dining chairs; rattan ladder back chair; 2 desk chairs; wood d e s k ; 2-LaZboy recliners; swivel rocker; recliners; GE gas range; Maytag Atlantis washer & dryer; Kenmore microwave; Marvel Kegerator; wood wardrobe; china cupboard; lighted corner curio cabinet; wood magazine rack; tea cart; wood bench; wall mirrors; filing cabinets; 18 place setting Noritake China 6013 Crestmont; Sunbeam stand mixer; kitchen utensils; flatware (some sterling); pots, pans, dishes; candle sticks; vases; paper shedder; 2-Hp All-In-One printers; dehumidifier; Tupperware; Conn organ; luggage; Kirby sweeper; pictures; 4 qt electric ice cream freezer; cook books; books. Garage Items Snapper lawn cart; Coleman gas lantern; gas grill; patio table and chairs; stack chairs; lawn chairs; desk fans; picnic table; 4 metal folding chairs; small tool box; aluminum stepladder; jack stands; string trimmers; rope falls; hand saws; Skilsaw; soldering guns; belt sander; propane wall heater; shovels; rakes; hoes; pickaxe; Christmas items.

OWNERS NORMA J. UNLAND ESTATE

Ken Wombold Executor-DC Probate 2015-1-337

HEIRS OF ESTHER FLORABETTY LIDDY-DAN AND BRENDA NORTON

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Ansonia FFA attends National Convention ANSONIA – The Ansonia FFA Chapter recently attended the National FFA Convention in Louisville, Ky. The members that braved this voyage were Megan Bergman, Amber Bergman, Skyler Marker, Robert Christman, and Becca Thornhill. Chaperones included Advisor Brad Lentz, and former FFA member, Taylor Bergman. On their way to Louisville they toured the DB Yummer BBQ

Sauce business in Washington Court House, so as to see the source from which some of their products in the fruit sale come from. Once there they both learned and assisted in the making of DB Yummer BBQ Sauce. While assisting, these members helped label and ﬁll bottles of BBQ sauce. One interesting fact they came across was the majority of the factory’s proﬁts don’t go back to the company, but

instead they are received by FFA chapters through their fundraisers. After going on this fun filled adventure, the troops went on to experience a tour of Jungle Jim’s International Market in Fairfield. This first day was then capped off by arriving at the hotel in Louisville and attending supper at Rafferty’s. Members then enjoyed opening session, and a very interesting speech by the keynote speak-

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

SAT. JANUARY 16, 2016 10:00 AM 3607 BECHTOL RD GREENVILLE, OH 45331

Directions: North of Greenville on St Rt 49 to Bechtol Rd, turn left to auction on left. Offering at auction, nice ranch style, 3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath, stone veneer home situated on 3 acres with mature trees. Nice patio and deck area with 32’x16’ in ground pool. Blacktop circular drive. Full finished basement with bar and fireplace and second fireplace in first floor living room. Dimensional shingle roof in very good condition. Terms: $10,000.00 earnest money deposit day of auction with balance due at closing within 40 days. Seller will pay January 2016 installment of real estate taxes with buyer responsible for all taxes thereafter. Property selling with seller’s right of confirmation of final bid. Open House: Jan. 10, 2016 1:00-2:30 PM. Attend Open House-Arrange Financing-Bid Your Price Norma J. Unland Estate Kenneth Wombold Executor Attorney Eric Brand DC Probate 2015-1-337 www.auctionzip.com user 11883 for pictures. Never a buyers premium.

FFA Members pose with keynote speaker, Amberley Snyder, after hearing her inspiring speech. Those posing in this picture were Skyler Marker, Amber Bergman, Megan Bergman, Keynote Speaker, Amberley Snyder, Becca Thornhill, (back row) Robert Christman.

er, Rick Rigsby, a preacher. Those who attended his speech found it quite enlightening and full of humor. After having their minds opened to Rigsby’s compelling notions, the group made their way to take part in some leadership workshops. The workshop the team viewed was over the variety of career options in the ﬁeld of agriculture, which they could one day call their job. They also went on to visit the FFA Career and Trade Show. The group also enjoyed the opening session and a tour of the Marengo Caves in Marengo, Ind. After lunch the crew went on to witness a concert starring Kip Moore and Clare Dunn. On the ﬁnal day of their trip all members attended the convention session, and they once more listened to a

PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY, JAN. 9, 2016

10:00 AM

5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 KIRBY LYONS AUCTION FACILITY *NO SMALL ITEMS, PLEASE BE ON TIME FOR THIS AUCTION*

Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) TRACTORS John Deere 4020 (Diesel) Tractor, W. Front, P.S., Dual Remotes, 16.9-38 Rubber, Wheat Land Style Fenders, Cab/No Glass, Runs Good; John Deere 2510 (Diesel) Tractor, W. Front, P.S., Remotes, 7,639 Hrs.; John Deere 1530 (Diesel) Tractor w/J.D. Hyd. Loader, 60” Bucket and Pallet Forks, P.S., Remotes; 1947 Ford 9-N Tractor (not running at time of listing). FARM EQUIPMENT John Deere #8300 Grain Drill; John Deere 5 Btm. Plow; I.H. #45 Vibrashank 16 Ft. Field Cultivator w/Harrow; John Deere #400 3-Point 15 Ft. Rotary Hoe; Blazer 4800 Gal. Magnum Liquid Manure Spreader w/4 Knife Injection; N-Tech 3000 Gal. P.T.O. Liquid Manure Spreader; New Holland #483 Haybine (P.T.O.); New Holland #782 P.T.O. Forage Harvester w/Hay Head; Gehl #C.B. 1200 Forage Harvester (P.T.O.) w/2-Row Corn Head; Gehl Hi-Throw Md. TB88 Silage Recutter/Blower (P.T.O.); Gehl Md. #99 P.T.O. Silage Blower; (2) Gehl 16 Ft. P.T.O. Silage Wagons, B.U. #910 & B.U. #920; Gehl #120 Mix-All P.T.O. Feed Grinder/Mixer, 21” Big Mill; J&M 200 B.U. Hopper Wagon on J.D. Gears w/Floaters; (2) J&M Hopper Wagons, 150 B.U. & 125 B.U.; Kill Bros. 150 B.U. Hopper Wagon; 16 Ft. Flat Bed Hay Wagon; John Deere #213 4-Row Grain Head; 300 Gal. Alum. Pull Type Sprayer; 14 Ft. Flat Bed Wagon w/Removable 2 ½ Ft. Side Boards, 5th Wheel, Hoist; (2) 16 Ft. Flat Bed Wagons w/5 Ft. Removable Sides, (1) w/Hoist; John Deere 8’ H. Duty 3-Point Grader Blade; John Deere Tractor Mount Hyd. 11 Ft. Snow Blade; 50 Ft. Kewanee (Elec.) Hay Elevator. TRAILERS Tri-Axel Gooseneck Equip. Trailer, 20 Ft. Floor w/4 Ft. Dovetail and Ramps; Tandem Axel Bumper Pull Equip. Trailer, 16 Ft. Floor w/4 Ft. Dovetail, Ramps, Removable Side Boards (nice); Hale Tandem Axel 18 Ft. (Steel) Gooseneck Stock Trailer, pulls good (rusty). GRAIN TRUCK 1964 Ford F-600 Tilt Cab Grain Truck, V-8, 4-Speed w/16 Ft. Grain Bed and Hoist (Red).

speech by the new keynote speaker, Amberley Snyder. Amberley was a state officer in the FFA, and she shared her interesting tale of her life and the many tribulations she had to work through to get to where she was today. Snyder was a competitive horse rider and due to a car accident she became paralyzed from the waist down. After the accident she decided she wasn’t going to go around and mope about, instead she wished to accomplish her goals and not let this tragedy get in the way of living. Her goals included finding a way to walk again, finding a way to ride again, and to find a way to compete in a rodeo again. With hard work and dedication Amberley was able to accomplish all three of her goals. Additional tours were held in Bardstown. These tours included a tour of a bourbon distillery and a tour of My Old Kentucky Home State Park. At the distillery they learned not only how bourbon is made, but they also learned how it helps agriculture. The park was not exactly a tour per se, but the group did learn quite a bit. The day continued with evening speaker Brad Montague. Brad is most famously known as the director and writer of the all in-

spiring YouTube Kid President videos. His speech was mostly about dreaming big, and how you should never be afraid to imagine yourself as something that seems too grand for you if it is truly your life goal.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

SATURDAY, JAN. 30, 2016

11:00 AM

13394 U.S. RT. 127 ROSSBURG, OHIO 45362

Directions: Approx. ½ mile South of North Star, Ohio on U.S. Rt. 127 or approx. 12 miles North of Greenville, Ohio on U.S. Rt. 127. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS)

This property consists of a 2-Story Frame Home sitting on 2.021 acres. The house features 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Eat-in-Kitchen with Oak Cabinets, Dining Room with built in China Cabinet, Living Room with Hardwood Floor, Office or Sitting Area off of Master Bedroom, Laundry Room, Enclosed Wrap around Porch, Attached Garage, Basement and Out Buildings. Vinyl Siding, Propane and Elec. Heat & Replacement Windows.

Attend Open Houses - Inspect This Property Make Financial Arrangements Be Prepared to Buy on Auction Day Highly Motivated Seller

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SUN., JANUARY 10, 1:00 – 2:00 PM SAT., JANUARY 16, 10:00 – 11:00 AM And by appointment… Call: Kirby Lyons (937) 316-8400 Everett Hocker (937) 417-0748

Terms: $3,000.00 down on day of auction. Complete Balance Due Within 30 Days of Auction. Taxes will be figured short term pro-ration to closing. Possession at closing. Visa & MasterCard accepted w/ 3% clerking fee added.

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Concerns over Chagas disease in Ohio are unwarranted GREENVILLE – Recent media reports have increased concern an awareness of the general public

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in Ohio about the risk of contracting Chagas disease, which is an insectborne disease transmitted by blood-feeding reduviid bugs (Order Hemiptera, Family Reduviidae, Subfamily Triatominae), also known as kissing bugs. Chagas disease is a chronic illness caused by a protozoan parasite (Trypanosoma cruzi) that is similar to the one that causes African sleeping sickness. In brief, when an infected kissing bug feeds on a human host, the parasite can be transmitted to humans. Chagas disease is an

important illness throughout Central and South America. However, the risk of contracting this disease in Ohio is extremely low. Triatomine-borne Chagas in the U.S. is a viableconcern along the TexasMexico border and Southwestern U.S. where the vectors and pathogen are abundant, and the disease has been emerging in canines. Insects capable of vectoring Chagas exist in the U.S. and at least one potential vector occurs in Ohio (Triatoma sanguisuga). However, the likelihood of acquiring Chagas

in Ohio from a bug is very low for a variety of reasons. The most likely route of acquiring Chagas within the U.S. is from receiving a blood transfusion from an infected blood donor. Please note that there are several insects in Ohio that may be confused for a kissing bug, such as assassin bugs, wheel bugs (a large assassin bug), and leaffooted bugs. Assassin bugs can bite if picked up, but since they generally feed on other insects, they are not vectors of any known human disease. Leaffooted bugs that feed on seeds of pine trees commonly invade homes in Ohio and have recently been confused with kissing bugs, but are completely harmless to humans. The CDC provides more information on how to

identify the only kissing bug that is found in Ohio (http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/chagas/gen_info/ vectors/t_sanguisuga. html). For more detailed in-

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2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., sunroof, leather, loaded, super sharp, diamond white, 18,755 miles ................................................................................................ $26,995 ....... $25,900 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., crystal red, 22,090 miles ....... $20,995 ....... $19,900 2013 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, all power, exc. cond., blue, 27,869 miles............... $24,995 ....... $23,900 2013 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT EXT. CAB 4x4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., maroon, 49,647 miles......................................................................................... $27,995 ....... $26,900 2013 CHEVY TAHOE LTZ 4WD, 5.3L V8, one owner, leather, loaded, exc. cond., crystal red, 96,356 miles....................................................................................................... $32,995 ....... $31,500 2013 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., gray, 39,746 miles .............................................................................................. $30,995 ....... $29,900 2013 CHEVY SILVERADO ½ TON LT CREW CAB 4X4, 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., maroon, 49,835 miles......................................................................................... $29,995 ....... $28,900 2013 CHEVY EQUINOX LS AWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., loaded, like new, black, 19,125 miles .................. $20,995 ....... $19,500 2013 GMC SIERRA SLE EXT. CAB, 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, exc. cond., blue granite, 26,248 miles .................................................................................................... $30,995 ....... $29,500 2012 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, loaded, super nice, crystal red, 22,273 miles ........ $22,995 ....... $21,900 2011 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., maroon, 97,457 miles ........................................................................................................... $17,995 ....... $16,900 2010 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, one owner, exc. cond., champagne silver, 81,099 miles ........................................................................................... $15,995 ....... $14,500 2010 CHEVY TRAVERSE 2LT FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, one owner, exc. cond., gray, 125,641 miles .............................................................................................................. $15,995 ....... $14,900 2010 NISSAN CUBE FWD, 2.0L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., maroon, 111,359 miles ................ $10,995 ......... $8,900 2009 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 3.4L V6, all power, super nice, blue, 29,988 miles ................. $13,995 ....... $12,500 2008 MERCURY MARINER FWD, 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 113,380 miles ................................................................................................................ $8,995 ......... $7,500 2008 HONDA ELEMENT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., orange, 115,985 miles ........... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2008 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL AWD, 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, rear video, very nice, brown, 133,707 miles ........................................................................................................... $14,995 ....... $13,900 2007 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 4X4, 4.2L 6 cyl., leather, loaded, very nice, gray, 123,938 miles .. $10,995 ......... $9,500 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX FWD, 3.5L V6, loaded, very nice, maroon, 158,664 miles ......... $6,995 ......... $5,900 2007 GMC SIERRA SLE ½ TON EXT. CAB 4x4 P.U., 5.3L V8, sunroof, all power, super nice, black, 90,903 miles ............................................................................................................... $18,995 ....... $17,900 2007 PONTIAC TORRENT FWD, 3.4L V6, one owner, all power, exc. cond., gray, 148,225 miles ................................................................................................................ $7,995 ......... $6,900 2006 CHEVY COLORADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 3.5L 5 cyl., one owner, all power, exc. cond. black, 113,115 miles ............................................................................................................. $11,995 ....... $10,500 2005 CHEVY SUBURBAN LT 4X4, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, very nice, beige, 187,141 miles .............................................................................................................. $9,995 ......... $8,900 2005 CADILLAC SRX AWD, 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., diamond white, 132,910 miles .............................................................................................. $10,995 ......... $9,500 2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT 2WD, 3.0L V6, sunroof, all power, very nice, maroon, 153,759 miles .. $6,995 ......... $5,500 2004 PONTIAC MONTANA EXT. VAN, 3.4L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, brown, 199,299 miles ......................................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,900 2004 GMC SAVANNA ½ TON CONVERSION VAN, 5.3L V8, all power, DVD system, sharp, blue, 127,557 miles .............................................................................................................. $10,995 ......... $9,500 2004 HONDA CRV AWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 182,177 miles ........................................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,500 2004 CHEVY SILVERADO ¾ TON EXT. CAB 2WD, P.U., 6.0L V8, auto, air, good cond., white, 283,613 miles ........................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,500 2002 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 4X4, 6.0L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 146,074 miles ......................................................................................................................... $9,995 ......... $8,900 2002 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT EXT. CAB 4WD P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., white, 101,500 miles................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2002 CHEVY VENTURE LS VAN, 3.4L V6, loaded, good cond., blue, 185,647 miles ................... $4,995 ......... $2,900 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 2WD, 4 dr., one owner, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 142,478 miles ............................................................................................ $9,995 ......... $8,900 2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER, 2.4L 4 cyl., sunroof, leather, loaded, good cond., purple, 71,476 miles ............................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,900 1999 FORD F250 SUPER CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.4L V8, 5 speed, air, good cond., white, 182,477 miles ......................................................................................................................... $5,995 ......... $4,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 144,748 miles........... $6,995 ......... $5,900 1998 FORD EXPLORER EDDIE BAUER 4WD, 4.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, good cond., maroon, 159,399 miles ........................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,500 1994 FORD RANGER SXT EXT. CAB 2WD P.U., 4.0L V6, all power, good cond., beige, 112,238 miles .............................................................................................................. $4,995 ......... $3,500 1989 GMC SIERRA SLE REG. CAB 2WD P.U., 5.7L V8, auto, air, fair cond., blue, 208,714 miles ................................................................................................................ $3,995 ......... $2,500

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2014 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, green, 14,437 miles .............................................................................................................. $18,995 ....... $17,900 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 46,537 miles ...... $14,995 ....... $13,500 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, super nice, black, 38,534 miles ............................................................................................................... $15,995 ....... $14,900 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, like new, silver, 25,890 miles ........ $16,995 ....... $15,900 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, like new, silver, 30,905 miles ............................................................................................................... $15,995 ....... $14,500 2011 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, loaded, very nice, gold mist, 77,280 miles ................... $11,995 ....... $10,900 2011 CHEVY CAMARO LT COUPE, 3.6L V6, RS Package, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 22,754 miles ..................................................................................................... $23,995 ....... $21,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., gray, 46,494 miles ............ $12,995 ....... $11,500 2008 CHEVY MALIBU LS, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, loaded, very nice, gray, 64,649 miles ......................... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles ......................................................................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2007 CHEVY MALIBU MAXX, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, loaded, exc. cond., white, 83,334 miles.................. $8,995 ......... $7,500 2006 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 163,567 miles ................................................................................................................ $7,995 ......... $6,500 2006 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., white, 132,199 miles ............... $8,995 ......... $7,500 2004 CHEVY IMPALA LS, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, white, 165,478 miles ............................................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,900 1998 CHEVY CAVALIER LS, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., auto, air, good cond., green, 189,328 miles ......... $2,995 ......... $1,900

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2009 PONTIAC G6 GT, 2 dr., 3.5L V6, sunroof, loaded, sharp, maroon, 76,089 miles................. $11,995 ....... $10,500 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, sharp, black, 157, 974 miles .............................................................................................................. $6,995 ......... $5,500 2001 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, sunroof, loaded, good cond., maroon, 200,212 miles ........................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,500

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2014 BUICK VERANO, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, silver, 10,421 miles ............................................................................................................... $19,995 ....... $18,900 2013 BUICK REGAL PREMIUM, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, crystal red, 26,985 miles....................................................................................................... $22,995 ....... $21,500 2012 BUICK LACROSSE FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 62,113 miles ............................................................................................................... $16,995 ....... $15,500 2012 BUICK LACROSSE, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, like new, brown, 13,243 miles ............................................................................................................. $23,995 ....... $22,500 2012 BUICK REGAL T TYPE, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, white diamond, 29,717 miles ................................................................................................ $20,995 ....... $19,900 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 112,282 miles ............................................................................................................ $10,995 ......... $8,900 2000 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, cloth seats, loaded, good cond., beige, 157,232 miles .............................................................................................................. $8,995 ......... $6,900 1995 BUICK REGAL CUSTOM, 4 dr., 3.8L V6., loaded, very nice, white, 89,934 miles ................ $3,995 ......... $2,900

OTHER MAKES

2012 CHRYSLER 300C, 4 dr, 5.7L Hemi V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 78,976 miles ......................................................................................................................... $23,995 ....... $22,500 2012 VW JETTA 2.5 SE, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, sharp, red, 108,875 miles .................................................................................................................. $9,995 ......... $8,500 2012 FORD FUSION SE, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 39,590 miles ........... $14,995 ....... $13,500 2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TAIL CLASSIC, one owner, many extras, like new, maroon, 1,307 miles......................................................................... $22,995 ....... $19,900 2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA, 4 dr., 1.8L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 36,469 miles ............................................................................................................... $13,995 ....... $12,900 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., maroon, 95,583 miles ........... $12,995 ....... $11,500 2006 CHRYSLER 300, 4 dr., 3.7L V6, all power, exc. cond., gray, 133,094 miles .......................... $7,995 ......... $6,500 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 124,526 miles......... $8,995 ......... $7,900 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 92,155 miles .......... $16,995 ....... $13,900 1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, 2 dr., 3.4 L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, red, 147,623 miles .................................................................................................................. $3,995 ......... $2,900 1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 119,533 miles .............................................................................................................. $4,995 ......... $2,500 1996 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, nice car, beige, 163,266 miles .............................................................................................................. $4,995 ......... $2,500 1992 FORD TAURUS, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, loaded, good cond., aqua, 88,085 miles.............................. $3,995 ......... $2,500

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Prices Effective the Week of Jan. 4 - 10, 2016

10% OFF MEAT BAG SALE

Stop by Saturday January 9 or Sunday January 10 for our Huge Meat Bag Sale. Here’s all you have to do.

1. Pick up a specially marked brown bag at the front of the store 2. Fill the bag with any meat or seafood items 3. Bring your Bag to the front with the rest of your purchases. The cashier will ring the bag up on a separate transaction, and subtract 10% oﬀ the total of your bag! Limit one bag per family please. oice USDA Chngus A k Blac k Strip Stea New York

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2/$5

1.29

Seaboard Bone In Rib Chops

2.49

USDA Choice Black Angus Bottom Round Steak

3.99

Pork Butt Roast

1.69 Seaboard Pork Tenderloin .................................. 2.99 lb Oscar Mayer Sliced Turkey or Ham ....................................... 3.49 lb

13.5-14 oz Johnsonville Smoked Bratwurst or Sausage...................... 2.99 USDA Choice Black Angus Bottom Round Roast .......................................... 3.69 lb

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1.59

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10.99

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5.99

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15 oz Healthy Choice Soup

1.49

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3.49

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5.3 oz Chobani Greek Yogurt

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1.79

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3.99

22 oz Schwebel Giant White Bread

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2/$6

8 oz Essential Everyday Cream Cheese 12-20.6 oz Nabisco Family Size 12 oz Snacks 8 oz Essential Everyday Essential American Everyday Cheese Singles Sour Cream 15 oz Hormel Chili with Beans

3.49

6.99

6 pk Dean’s Country Fresh Super Scoop Ice Cream Cone

20 oz Shopper’s Value Shoestring Potatoes

89¢

45 oz Country Crock Vegetable Spread

Sutton’s Signature Rotisserie Chicken

3/$5

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2/$6

2.59

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1.69

59¢

4.99

24 oz Reiter Cottage Cheese

64 oz Essential Everyday Tomato Juice

Doritos 9.5-11.5

Sutton’s Signature Carmel Apple Salad

2 lb Yellow Onions ............................ 99¢ Jumbo Mango’s ................................ 89¢

1.89

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5.25-10.37 Lean Cuisine Frozen Dinners

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2.49

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1.89

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