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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11, 2015

Another store leaving Greenville GREENVILLE – JC Penney has announced it will be RYAN closing its BERRY Greenville Managing Editor bluebagmedia.com store on or around April 4. Carter English, a spokesman for JC Penney, said, “We continually evaluate our store portfolio to determine whether there’s a need to close or relocate underperforming stores. Reviews such as these are

essential in meeting our long-term goals for future company growth. While it’s never an easy decision to close stores, especially due to the impact on our valued associates and customers, we feel this is a necessary business decision.” Greenville Mayor Mike Bowers said 56 employees will be affected by the closing. There are 10 full-time employees, including the hair salon. “Eligible associates

who do not remain with the company will receive separation beneﬁts, and, if possible, we will assist associates in identifying other job opportunities at nearby JCPenney stores. Additionally, we’re offering all associates an on-site career training class. The class will assist associates in writing resumes, ﬁlling out applications, answering interview questions and more,” said English. Mayor Bowers was disappointed with the

news, but vowed to work with Tolson Enterprises, owner of the building, to attract a new business. “Big box stores have certain numbers they want to reach and they have shown they will close down a store if they don’t reach them,” he said. In addition to the Greenville store, JC Penney is expected to close stores in Springﬁeld and at the Eastland Mall in Columbus. Both of those stores have 80 or more employees, each.

JC Penney announced this week it will be closing its Greenville store in April. (Clinton Randall photo)

Audit shows Early Bird exceeds national average

Ohio Senate President Keith Faber sits with his two children, Adam and Brooke, while his name is being called for the vote as the Senate’s 2015-16 President. He was re-elected unanimously, 32-0. (Bob Robinson photo)

Faber elected to second term as Senate President COLUMBUS – “Being an effective senator would be impossible BOB ROBINSON without the Associate Editor support of bluebagmedia.com your family,” newly re-elected Ohio Senate President Keith Faber (Dist. 12, R) told 32 senators and their families during the opening ceremonies of the 131st General Assembly. He noted the lost time with children, the bedtime stories not read, sporting events missed. “The sacrifice is not only yours… it is your family’s.” He said the oath they took was not to a party or an individual, it was to the State of Ohio. It was to provide the best place to live – and the best possible opportunity – to every child in the state. He added there were two reasons he is doing what he does… his children, Adam and Brooke. Faber had just been elected to his second term as Senate President and will finish his constitutional term limit in that office, as well as that of a state senator, on Dec. 31, 2016. He has held the gavel of the upper chamber since January 2013. The opening ceremonies were called to order by Faber as the senate president of the recent 130th General Assembly. Following roll call, all 33 senators took the Oath of Office. The oath was administered to 23

GREENVILLE – Thanks to the residents of Darke RYAN County, The BERRY Early Bird/ Managing Editor bluebagmedia.com Bluebag Media has had another successful audit. The audit is important to independently verify distribution circulation ﬁgures are accurate; ultimately allowing advertisers to know without a doubt their advertisements are going to the homes the newspaper claims. To be considered a Newspaper of General Circulation a publication must provide an independent audit or a Statement of Ownership, Management or Circulation. With the latter, advertisers are expected to take the word of the publisher or owner that the ﬁgures are correct. The audit shows The

Early Bird is delivered weekly by carriers to 27,701 homes in Darke County and surrounding communities. With mail delivery, sale of issues at the office, and hotel copies, nearly 28,000 households receive the newspaper on a weekly basis. The independent auditing firm, Circulation Verification Council (CVC), also points out the average number of readers for each copy is 1.825. Which means over 50,000 people read The Early Bird each week. For comparison, the local daily newspaper through its Statement of Ownership, Management or Circulation claims an average (the preceding 12month period) of 2,264 home deliveries per issue, Monday through Friday. Using the 1.825 readers per issue figure earned by The Early Bird, the daily paper’s Monday

through Friday readership is less than half. The Early Bird/Bluebag Media takes its audit a step further and authorizes CVC to do a survey of persons that receive the newspaper. Your local, hometown, weekly newspaper is thrilled with the support it receives from the community. Over 80 percent say they read or look through The Early Bird on a regular basis, which is far above the national average of 73 percent (National Newspaper Association survey). Even more impressive is that over 82 percent of readers say they have purchased products or services from ads seen in The Early Bird; the national average is 63 percent. The Early Bird/Bluebag Media pledges to keep working hard to be Darke County’s newspaper of choice.

Photos accepted for Baby Book Senator Keith Faber is sworn in by Justice Sharon Kennedy as the Senate President for the 131st General Assembly.

Republican senators by Justice Sharon Kennedy, Supreme Court of Ohio. It was administered to the 10 Democrat senators by Judge Terri Jamison, Franklin Co. Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations-Juvenile Court. Following the Oath of Ofﬁce, Faber relinquished the gavel and sat in his Senate seat with his two children. Senator Jim Hughes (Dist. 16, R) nominated him for President, noting he was honest and trustworthy, a man of integrity… a family man. “Along with his responsibilities as our Senate President, he still has time to coach his son’s baseball team. He will work… not for what’s best for us, but for the state. He comes to us with great experience and leads by example.” The vote was taken, re-electing Faber unanimously, 32-0. Following his election, Faber accepted the gavel once again and presided over the election of three ad-

ditional Republican leaders: President Pro Tempore, Majority Floor Leader and Majority Whip; and four Democrat leaders: Minority Leader, Assistant Minority Leader, Minority Whip and Assistant Minority Whip. All leaders were elected unanimously, 32-0. Before adjourning President Faber reminded members to come into the new session with a renewed spirit of bi-partisanship. “We share the singular role of making Ohio the best place to live and raise families,” he said. He also reminded them of who was important… “The people who sent us here can also call us home. No one is more important than those who sent us here.” The Pledge of Allegiance at the ceremonial opening was led by the 25 children and grandchildren of Senate members. The opening National Anthem and closing God Bless America was sung by the St. Francis DeSales High School Select Ensemble.

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DARKE CO. – Was a special bundle of joy added to your life in 2014? The Early Bird wants to feature the addition to your family in its Baby Book 2014. The edition will be published on Jan. 25. If you know of a baby born between Jan. 1, 2014 and Dec. 31, 2014 let us know. Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles are welcome to brag a little

and show off their beautiful babies. Bring in, mail or email your picture along with the baby’s name, date of birth, parents’ and grandparents’ name to The Early Bird. Send to The Early Bird, 5312 Sebring Warner Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or email editor@earlybirdpaper.com with Baby Book in the subject line. Look for the

Baby Book advertisement on page 9 in this week’s The Early Bird for prices and more information. One entry will be drawn randomly to win great prizes from area businesses, including 50 new $1 bills and a piggy bank from Greenville National Bank and a Serta pillow and Serta sleep plushy from Hansbarger Home Solutions.

Community honors retired Versailles Fire Chief VERSAILLES – Robert “Bob” Frey was recognized Sunday, Jan. 4 after serving for 35 years on the Versailles Fire Department. He has been the chief for over half of his time with the department before recently retiring at the age of 59-years-old. Community gathered at the fire department to say thank you and watch as Frey received honors and accolades from village officials, members of the county and state Fire Chiefs Association. Firefighter Brian Pearson will take over as the new chief according to a report from our media partners at WHIO.

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On January 1 police observed a man urinating in the alley behind Danny’s Place, 308 S. Broadway. The defendant, Christopher Kermeen, had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on him and was stumbling as he walked. He slurred his words and appeared to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs. He was warned for littering and disorderly conduct. A short time later Kermeen was observed operating a motor vehicle in the 400 block of South Broadway. The officer stopped him and once again detected the odor of alcoholic beverage. Kermeen did poorly on a field sobriety test and was arrested for OVI. A breath test registered .16. He was placed under Administrative License Suspension and released to his daughter. On December 30 police observed Jeffrey Shofner operating a black Mazda with registration confirmed to have expired on Dec. 17. The officer detected

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On December 31 police were called to Walmart, 1501 Wagner Ave., regarding a suspect (unnamed in the report) who was observed entering the store and selecting a $348 television and a $209 Samsung sound bar. She then took it to the Service Desk for a refund. Since she had no receipt she was issued a $597.38 gift card. She was stopped, admitted to the theft and surrendered the card. When asked why, she said she didn’t have the money to buy her children anything for Christmas. When asked if someone

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On December 30 police were dispatched to the Darke County Courthouse. Thomas Esarey was ordered to serve ﬁve days in jail on a bench warrant issued by Judge Julie Monnin. He was transported to Mercer County jail. On December 30 police were dispatched to 501 Gray Ave. to speak with Thomas Rochow about a case; Rochow also had two active warrants, one each from the Sheriff’s Ofﬁce and the Greenville Police Department. They were for failure to appear. He was arrested and taken to Darke County jail. On January 4 police were dispatched to 337 1/2 E. Third St. regard-

Fire and Life Safety message’s for the New Year; With children spending more time in the home during the winter months, do some of the following things to keep all a little safer; 1) Make sure all electrical cords are in good condition. Look for exposed wires, cracked insulation, and the placement of the cords. Insure they are not under a rug, a trip hazard, or over loaded. 2) If you use kerosene heaters, keep a 3 foot clearance around the heater. Make sure it has a working “Tip Switch”. Explain to your children the dangers of the heaters. Be sure the CO2 monitor in the home is working. Reﬁll the heater outside and wait till it has cooled down. 3) Get down on the ﬂoor, at your child’s eye level, in the bedroom and play area.

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GREENVILLE – Two local brothers were sent to prison Tuesday after being convicted for their part in an October violent home invasion in Greenville. Daniel and James Bush each pleaded guilty in the Darke County

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ing a complainant who said John Haberny, who has an active warrant, was at that address. The warrant was for failure to appear for sentencing on original charges of Resisting Arrest and Violating a Protection Order. He was arrested and taken to Mercer County jail because the Darke County jail was full. On January 2 police stopped a vehicle on Martin Street due to the passenger, Erika Hall, having an outstanding warrant for probation violation, original charge trafﬁcking in heroin. During a search of the vehicle items believed to be used for heroin were found. She was arrested and transported to Darke County jail, where she was released with no bond. Charges will be pending for evidence collected.

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Court of Common Pleas to one count of Aggravated Burglary, a felony of the first degree, and one count of Robbery, a second degree felony. A charge of Kidnapping and Grand Theft Auto were dismissed as part of a plea agreement with the state. James Bush, 32, of Versailles was sentenced to a term of four years with the Ohio Department of Correction and Rehabilitation which was mutually recommended by both the defense and the prosecution prior to signing the plea bargain. He was represented by local attorney Paul Wagner. Codefendant Jeremiah Burkhart received the same sentence in December for his involvement in the Oct. 6 crime. After admitting to a night of drinking, the trio broke into a home at 232 Tiffin Street in Greenville and assaulted a 57-year-old male homeowner before making away with $15,000 worth of coins. Daniel Bush, 33, of Greenville was what Darke County Prosecuting Attorney Kelly Ormsby called the main aggressor of the three. He was given a seven year sentence by Judge Jonathan P. Hein which was what Ormsby and the defense agreed upon as a mutual recommendation. Daniel Bush, who was on probation at the time of the offense, entered an admission to violations filed by Assistant Prosecutor Jesse Green in Tuesday’s hearing. Judge Hein did not add additional time to Bush’s sentence, but did order a concurrent 18 month sentence along with court costs for the probation violations. “Mr. Bush’s prior record and conduct during the offense is why the state is asking for more time than his codefendants in the case,” stated Ormsby. “He is the one that actually assaulted the victim while James Bush was the reported look-out and Mr. Burkhart located the coins to steal.” “I’ve lived a long life of messing up and regret it all,” Daniel Bush told the judge during sentencing. “I have hurt my kids and my family and am going to use this time to try and better myself.” Both Bush brothers will be placed on mandatory five years of post release control after completing their prison sentences. As part of the plea agreement, neither are able to appeal their conviction.

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Council still not convinced trash bags should be an option BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR www.bluebagmedia.com

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Car collides with Tri-Village school bus, injuries reported DARKE COUNTY – A Tri-Village school bus was involved in a crash Wednesday morning making its way to drop off students after a 2-hour delay to the start of the school day. According to the Darke County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce, the school bus, driven by Mary Boone, 58, of New Madison, was traveling southbound on State Route 121, just north of New Paris, and had stopped to pick up a student, then backed the school bus partially into a private lane and while pulling out of the lane to travel north on State Route 121. A silver Ford Fiesta, driven by Laura Hall, 38, of New Madison, was traveling northbound on

SR 121 and was unable to stop in time on the slick roadway. The car smashed into the rear of the bus causing the vehicle to slide off the road and coming to rest at the bottom of an embankment. The school bus was occupied with 45 students, and one 15 year old female student was transported to Reid Hospital for possible injuries and all other students were uninjured. Hall was transported to Wayne HealthCare for her injuries. The bus driver was uninjured. Darke County Deputies along with Hollansburg Fire, Tri-Village Rescue, and Northwest EMS responded to the incident.

Second Greenville vehicle arson suspect convicted BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER www.bluebagmedia.com

GREENVILLE – The second suspect involved in a rash of vehicle ﬁres in July 2014 entered a guilty plea in the Darke County Common Pleas Court Monday afternoon. A day before a scheduled jury trial, Lowell “Bill” Bowers, 34, pleaded guilty to four counts of Complicity to Arson, felonies of the fourth degree. Along with codefendant 18-year-old Joshua Willis, Bowers was indicted on eight counts of Arson following an investigation into the case. Willis entered a guilty plea to four counts of Arson in November. The pair was arrested and charged stemming from an overnight crime spree in-

Lowell “Bill” Bowers volving setting ﬁres in at least eight vehicles in Greenville. Following a pre-sentence investigation Judge Jonathan P. Hein will sentence Bowers March 2 at 1 p.m. He faces a maximum of six years, 18 months on each count, and up to $20,000 in ﬁnes and restitution for victim damages in the case. He remains free on bond. Willis is scheduled to be sentenced Jan. 16. Both will be required to register as arson offenders following sentencing, as part of Ohio Rev. Code 2909.14.

Bradford Lions BBQ BRADFORD – The Bradford Lions are having a BBQ Chicken and Pork Chop Dinner on Jan. 25. All dinners are carryout are presale with tickets at $7 each. Tickets are on sale at Littman-Thomas Insurance, Bradford, both Bradford banks, or from any Bradford Lions or Lioness members. You may also call Kathy Myers 448-2667 or Joanne Ferree 620-7225 by Jan. 18. Provided by Romer’s, the dinners consist of one

half BBQ chicken , applesauce, chips, roll and butter, or two six-ounce pork chops with applesauce, chips, roll and butter. Dinners may be picked up Jan. 25, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Clark’s Pizza, Bradford location. All proﬁts go toward purchase of eye exams and glasses, recognition of Bradford students, and other ongoing Bradford Lions community projects. The Bradford Lions thank you for your continued support.

GREENVILLE – City of Greenville residents will have a couple more weeks to try and persuade council members to keep trash bags as an option for waste collection. Council heard the second reading of a resolution authorizing the safety/service director to advertise for bids for the 2015 Refuse Contract, but a motion to give the resolution its third and final reading before a vote failed. Several residents spoke at the Jan. 6 meeting of Greenville City Council asking members to reinstate the imprinted trash bags as an alternative in the Refuse Specification that will be going out for bids as soon as council approves the resolution. Council’s utility committee pulled that option when developing the specifications, but offered 35, 65 and 95 gallon waste hoppers in its place. Residents argued they didn’t want to pay for a service they didn’t need. Many said they may only use three or four trash bags a month and wouldn’t come close to filling a 35 gallon waste hopper. Plus, if the waste haulers were tipped over or knocked down the street some senior citizens would have a difficult time picking them up. Councilman Tracy Tryon agreed with the residents and made a motion to amend the Refuse Specifications to include the current trash bag system. The motion was not met with overwhelming support. Councilman John

Museum hosts Last Monday program VERSAILLES – The Versailles Museum announces the return of its successful “Last Monday of the Month.” program beginning Jan. 26, 1 p.m. They will host their ﬁrst gathering of 2015 with the theme Webster Memories. A brief history of this area and its early settlers will follow with a discussion of village life throughout the area. They have great discussions because you bring the stories and old pictures to them and they all learn more about the people and places that make up northeastern Darke County. The afternoon will conclude with a warm beverages and a sweet treat before you go back out into the January cold. You may also get a sneak peak at the many changes of the museum displays in preparation for their February reopening. If the county is on a Level 2 snow emergency or Versailles schools are closed they will not meet.

Baumgardner suggested he wouldn’t support the trash bag system or the proposed Refuse Speciﬁcations because it didn’t go far enough. He said the cost to all residents would be reduced if council would make it mandatory for all residents to subscribe to the service and include the payment on the water bill. He believes the current trash bag system is being subsidized by residents with waste hoppers. The cost to Rumpke is basically the same whether or not a resident has trash at the curb. He pointed out the cost of 5,000 residents paying for the service as opposed to 4,000 would ultimately mean cheaper rates for everyone. Tryon’s motion failed with a 4-3 vote. Voting in favor were Tryon, Leon Rogers and Clarence Godwin; against were Baumgardner, John Schmidt, Roy Harrison and Todd Oliver. Council will hear the ﬁnal reading of the resolution at its Jan. 20 meeting. Members will then

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For The Period December 1, 2013 through November 30, 2014 CASH RECEIPTS Tax Receipts ............................................................ $55.55 Paid Admissions ............................................ $911,405.00 Privilege Fees ................................................ $344,434.74 Sales by Fairboard ............................................ $2,381.00 Racing Receipts.............................................. $110,793.06 Sales Activities .......................................................... $0.00 Utilities Collected............................................... $3,159.00 Fees Collected ................................................. $39,084.50 Rental Income ............................................... $310,442.16 State and Local Government............................ $47,107.27 Sponsorship and Donations ........................ $2,042,844.88 Interest Income..................................................... $357.86 Loan Proceeds .......................................................... $0.00 Total Asset Sales ....................................................... $0.00 TOTAL CASH RECEIPTS ........................ $3,812,065.02 CASH DISBURSEMENTS Wages & Salaries .......................................... $195,210.05 Benefits Paid .................................................... $20,684.25 Administrative Expenses .................................. $45,508.32 Total Race Expenses .................................................. $0.00 Items for Resale ........................................................ $0.00 Supplies .......................................................... $55,675.23 Utilities .......................................................... $186,891.69 Race Expense................................................. $229,015.39 Contract Professional..................................... $332,441.80 Contract Property Service .............................. $212,758.02 Advertising & Communications........................ $48,078.49 Site and Equipment Repair .............................. $59,045.90 Liability Insurance ........................................... $47,248.00 Equipment Rental ............................................ $11,355.43 Capital Outlay ............................................ $1,601,851.86 Debt Service & Land Purchased ..................... $153,913.37 Senior Fair Expenses ....................................... $86,119.88 Open Show Expenses ...................................... $75,367.15 Junior Fair Expenses........................................ $51,965.15 Other Fair Expenses ...................................... $841,916.87 Miscellaneous Expenses .................................... $1,848.00 TOTAL CASH DISBURSEMENTS ............ $4,256,894.85 Depository Balance........................................ $184,229.40 Investment Balance ......................................... $29,861.52 Undeposited Cash ................................................ $300.00 Reconciling Items.................................................. $553.40 TOTAL FUND BALANCE .......................... $214,944.32 Submitted by Jerry Marker, Treasurer Daryl E. Riffle, Fair Manager January 7, 2015

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Given the strengthening economy, and the decreased need for stimulus, the Federal Reserve may well raise short-term interest rates in 2015, perhaps as early as this summer. But long-term rates may start rising even before then, so you may want to take a close look at your bonds and other fixed-rate investments. As you probably know, when interest rates rise, the value of existing bonds typically falls because investors won’t pay full price for your bonds when they can get newly issued ones that pay higher rates. One way to combat the effects of rising rates is to build a “ladder” consisting of short-, intermediateand long-term bonds. With such a ladder, you’ll be able to redeem your maturing short-term bonds and reinvest them in the new, higher-paying bonds. Look for investment opportunities abroad. Although economic growth has been slow in parts of the world, especially China, many countries have now initiated policies to spur economic growth. These actions can create opportunities for international equity investments. Keep in mind, though, that international investing involves particular risks, such as currency fluctuations and political and economic instability. So if you are considering foreign investments, you may want to consult with a financial professional. There are no guarantees, but by following the above suggestions, you may be able to take advantage of what looks to be a fairly favorable investment environment for 2015. While you should make most of your investment decisions based on long-term considerations, it’s always a good idea to be attuned to what’s happening in the world around you — and to respond appropriately.

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Thank you correction GREENVILLE – In the Versailles Garden Club’s thank you to local families for use of their homes in the Holiday Home Tour the Travis Fleihman family was omitted. The Fleihmans had participated on an earlier tour and were so gracious to participate again this year. The Garden Club thanks them for allowing us to visit again this year.

Join the Greenville Library staff for its Winter Reading Program. There will be plenty of fun and prizes.

Winter Reading at Greenville Library GREENVILLE – The year couldn’t start on a more positive note at the Greenville Public Library than with our Winter Reading Program for adults, teens, and kids from Jan. 24 to Feb. 28. “Winter Wonderland” for adults ages 18 and up features weekly prizes such as gift certiﬁcates and a special grand prize yet to be announced. Just check out any book, audiobook, ebook, or magazine and receive an entry form for each one. Drawings take place every Friday. In other words, curl up with great winter reads and win! A “Frozen” themed Family Event on Jan. 24, 1-3 p.m. will kick off the teens’ and kids’ Winter Reading. This event is appropriate for everyone

ages three and up. There will be games and activities such as indoor snowman building, snowball toss, prizes and snacks - followed by the movie “Frozen“ in the upstairs meeting room. Families who enjoyed our previous Dr. Seuss, Superheroes, and Lego Events will be sure to have a good time at this event as well. Winter Reading Program Details: Kids will be entered into prize drawings for checking out materials from the library. Grand prizes for teens and children include Samsung Tablets and sleds. Other winter themed prizes will be available as well. Spend your winter at the library and enjoy reading, fun, and prizes.

Organizing ABC’s at Greenville Library GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library is proud to host a program by Olive Wagar of Organized by Olive, a professional organizing service, on Jan. 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m. No registration is required and the class is free and open to the public. Olive lists three actions to take: DECIDE that 2015 will be the year to get organized. ORGANIZE using practical tips that will save time, money, and energy. ENJOY every day being more efﬁcient and less frustrated. She promises to reveal 26 amazing organizing ideas. Olive, a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers, will help you celebrate National Get Organized Month by sharing tips, strategies, and resources that will enable you to live an organized life. She says “The refreshing beneﬁts of simplifying your life and clearing out the clutter await anyone

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who decides that 2015 will be different, better, and organized.” Door prizes will be available. Just a few of the reasons to organize: Simplify your life, Use time efﬁciently, Save money, Reduce stress, Gain peace of mind, and Enjoy your home. She says “It takes time and effort to organize your home and life but the results can bring refreshing change.” For more info see www.organizedbyolive.com. Be sure to attend “Organizing ABC’s” and bring a friend!

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ON YOUR MIND

READERS WRITE Mitten Tree 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 December 25th 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 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; One Mitten by Kristine O’Connell George and Jan Brett’s The Hat were given to the pre-schoolers, with a board book offering activities for toddlers given to those in the day care program. This successful project could not have been possible without the publicity provided by our local news outlets The Early Bird, The Daily Advocate, DarkeJournal.com, and County News Online; their assistance is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Marilyn Delk, Fish volunteer

State helps prevent falls this winter D i d you know that falls are the number one cause of injuryJIM BUCHY related OHIO hospitalREPRESENTATIVE ization and death among people 65 and older? Many of us did not worry about the risk of falling when we were young. We knew that if we fell, we’d get up with the assumption that the aches and pains were temporary. But for those of us at a higher risk, such as elders, pregnant women, or those already suffering from a previous injury, a fall can be a life-altering event. The simplest step one can take is to know which risk factors to look for. The Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that fall risks include advanced age, history of previous falls, muscle weakness, gait and balance problems, poor vision, chronic medical conditions like arthritis, and fear of falling. Others include obstacles and tripping hazards, slippery or uneven surfaces, lack of stair handrails, dim lighting or glare, lack of bathroom grab bars, use of certain medications, and improper use of assistive devices like walkers or canes. Speciﬁc steps managers of public buildings can consider include putting signs up to warn customers about areas in their store that are more susceptible to falls and to make sure that there are no obstructions in the aisles that people could trip on. Outside the building, managers

should consider making sure that the entrance is free of ice and snow so that people don’t slip on the way in. Business owners should consider advising employees to always make sure that they offer help to customers, especially to the elderly or disabled customers. However, the responsibility of prevention does not only lie with business owners or caregivers, but the individual at risk as well. You can work to prevent falls by following some simple, commonsense steps. Some of these steps include getting hearing and vision checks each year, removing fall hazards around your living space, and letting someone know if you do fall. Even if you’re not hurt, it’s important to tell someone, especially an employee if you’re in a store, so they can correct the problem. To learn more about preventing falls you can visit www.steadyu.ohio.gov. Steady U is part of an effort by Governor Kasich and the Ohio Department of Aging to increase awareness about the hazards of falling. The website is a valuable resource for all of my fellow elders and their caregivers concerned about the risks of falling. We all have the power to reduce the risk of falling. It may require some added diligence in our day-to-day routine, but this extra effort is worthwhile when weighed against the cost of an unfortunate fall. Please give me your opinion on this topic and others in the news this month by completing an online survey at tinyurl. com/buchyjanuary2015.

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Monday was a long day. On the road at 6:30… returning home about 6:30, 12 hours later. I was one of dozens of men, women and children watching our senators conduct ofﬁcial business in the Ohio Senate Opening Ceremony of the 131st General Assembly. Highlight: Our two local public servants, Sen. Bill Beagle and Sen. Keith Faber, were sworn in to begin their new terms. Highlight: Sen. Faber was sworn in to begin his new term as the Ohio Senate President. Highlight: A dozen high school students – the St. Francis DeSales Select Ensemble – sang the National Anthem to start the session and God Bless America to close the session. Highlight: Twenty-ﬁve children (of the senators), ranging from toddler to early teens, led the Pledge of

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their priorities. It was unanimous: Jobs. The prerequisites? Workforce development and education, both secondary and post-secondary, were at the top of the list. Without exception they understood these were a major part of making Ohio a great place to live and raise a family. And it was fascinating watching the kids. While he was waiting to be re-elected as president, Keith Faber sat in his “senate” seat with his two children, Adam and Brooke, on his lap. When he resumed his position at the head of the Senate, Adam resumed his seat at his dad’s desk. More than a dozen other children sat quietly throughout the 2-hour event, some sitting with their mom or dad’s laps in the area reserved for senators. I spent a few minutes talking to Rep. Jim Buchy while his granddaughter, Caroline Kerg, sat at her grandfather’s desk in the House. I had an occasional chance to snap a shot of youngsters (and a few toddlers), all dressed in formal wear, with tie and sweater for boys,

frilly dresses for girls. But most of all I focused on the young people in conservative business attire taking care of the needs of the visitors and their bosses. There were men and women… none of them much older than my oldest grandsons, most much younger. A few I would have guessed were still in high school if I didn’t know better. They were conscientious, solicitous, hardworking and constantly ready to do whatever was requested of them. I was impressed!! This was a long day for someone on the Grumpy Side of 60, but I’m glad I made the trip. I got some great information I’ll be sharing with you, but more than that I got a sense of urgency. Positive urgency. A sense of important work to be done. A sense that our kids, our future, transcends party lines. Sen. Faber, Mr. President, made one statement that to me summed up the entire day. He said, “I am here for two reasons… Adam and Brooke.” I concur, Mr. President.

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Allegiance as part of the session opening. All told… took about 15-20 minutes out of the 2-plus-hour session. The remainder of the time? Let me put it this way… I could never be an elected ofﬁcial, especially at the state or federal level. I was delighted with the nomination speech for Pres. Faber. Sen. Jim Hughes (Columbus) did a good job, not only focusing on the job Faber had done the previous two years, but also his devotion as a family man. Then I realized the same thing was coming for seven more positions of leadership… people I didn’t know being nominated by people I didn’t know. As both parties unanimously voted “yes” for every nomination, I also was reminded this was a ceremonial obligation of the Ohio Constitution. These positions of leadership had most likely been settled before everyone went home for the holidays. I settled in for a long afternoon. Outside of the ceremonial opening session I had opportunities to talk to a few people about

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ucation and educational service centers governing boards for their commitment to providing quality public education to Ohio’s school children. The Arcanum-Butler Local School District is joining with other districts throughout the state to recognize the important contributions school board members make to their communities. “Our district beneﬁts from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted by our board members as well as the more than 3,400 men and women across the state representing public education,” said Superintendent, John Stephens. “Furthermore, they represent a continuing commitment to local citizen control and decision-making in education. Even though we are making a special

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effort during January to show appreciation to our school board members, we recognize their contributions reﬂect a year-round commitment on their part. On behalf of the students, staff and administration of the Arcanum-Butler Local School District I would like to thank our board members for their continued service.”

The men and women serving Arcanum-Butler Local Schools and their years of service are: Board President, Ed Everman, has served on the Arcanum-Butler Local Board since 1998. Vice President, Tracy Fout, began serving in 2010, Mark Trask in February 2011, Bev Delk in January 2012 and Kelly Norris in April 2013.

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CHURCH & SOCIAL BLESSED EVENT

GREENVILLE – The families of Brad McDowell and Kelly Snyder would like to congratulate them both on the birth of their ﬁrst child; a son Braxston Joesph McDowell who was born Oct. 17, 2014. He was born at Wayne Hospital at 7:14 a.m., weighed 6lbs 9oz and was 20 1/4-inches long. Along with his parents he was welcomed home by his grandparents Mike McDowell and the late Melissa Barbour; Becky Snyder all of Greenville and Rick Snyder of Arcanum, step grandparent Jamie Harrington also from Greenville. His greatgrandparents are Judy Cox, Joy Wheelock, Wayne and Martha Neal all of Greenville, the late Jerry and Marjorie Snyder of Arcanum and Monte McDowell of West Milton; also, all of his nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins GREENVILLE EAGLES EVENTS

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AWANA continues at East Main Church GREENVILLE – East Main Church of Christ, 419 East Main St., Greenville, will be continuing its AWANA Youth program on Jan. 11, 4:45-7:15 p.m. AWANA, which stands for “Approved Workman Are Not Ashamed” from II Timothy 2:15, is an in-

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Antler Amble GREENVILLE – Join a Darke County Parks’ Naturalist on Jan. 24, 2 p.m., at Worth Family Nature Preserve for the Antler Amble. They will spend most of their time traveling off-trail as they “hunt” for the shed antlers from the White-tailed Deer. Deer begin to shed their antlers in midJanuary so this will likely be the perfect time to search. Dress for the weather and off-trail hiking. Call the Park Ofﬁce at 548-0165 in the event of questionable weather. For more information on this and other programs offered by the Darke County Parks, visit www.darkecountyparks.org.

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ternational, evangelical organization founded in 1950 that impacts the lives of millions of children and adults. Its mission is to help “churches and parents worldwide raise children and youth to know, love and serve Christ.” This is the second year East Main has had an AWANA program. Their time begins at 4:45 p.m. with a meal for everyone followed by an opening ceremony before the kids go on to individual clubs, a large group “counsel time” where there is a teaching, and an active game time. In their small groups they go through handbook activities and focus on memory work which goes toward earning awards that are presented in the closing session. All of this, plus extra service project activities, makes for a full program of learning, spiritual growth and a lot of fun for children from preschool up to high school. For more information and the schedule of upcoming Sunday meetings, the East Main Church of Christ may be contacted at 547-1557.

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Emrick’s 50th anniversary GREENVILLE – Richard (Lee) and Joann Emrick of Greenville will celebrate their 50th anniversary on Jan. 15. They were married Jan. 15, 1965 at the EUB Church in New Madison by the late Walter Arnold. They have two children, two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

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VCC helps drill two wells in India VERSAILLES – During the 2014 Christmas season the Versailles Christian Church wanted to give a special gift to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ! VCC partnered with the global mission ‘Gospel for Asia’ to drill two wells in India in order to provide fresh water for two entire villages, improving health and hygiene and even saving lives. The cost for the drilling and maintenance of two wells is $2,800. VCC claimed the promise of God in the New Testament book of Mark 9:41 “I tell you the truth, anyone who gives you a cup of water in My name because you be-

long to Christ will certainly not lose his reward.” During the worship services at VCC on Jan. 4, it was announced and celebrated that a grand total of $3,386.67 was given by VCC for this very special birthday gift for Jesus! VCC is now able to provide not only for the drilling and maintenance of two wells, but also the purchasing of two new bicycles (the primary mode of transportation) for missionaries in India and providing 122 Bibles in their native language. VCC is praying this ‘birthday gift’ will bring honor to Jesus Christ for many, many years.

Unger’s 50th anniversary GREENVILLE – Lowell and Nina (Rhoades) Unger, of Greenville, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Jan. 30. They were married at Freidens Lutheran Church in Bloomer. He is the son of Evelyn (Alspaugh) Unger and the late Darrell Unger. She is the daughter of Dorothy (Bashore) Rhoades and the late Ivan Rhoades. Lowell is retired from Hobart Brothers ITW of Troy and is still farming. Nina is retired from Hannah’s Garden Center of 25 years. They are parents of

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three children, Kim (Scott) Stickley, of Arcanum, Craig, of New Paris, and Kathy (John) Bachmann, of Mountclair, NJ. They are grandparents to six, Clay and Jordan Stickley, Allison and Lane Unger and Elena and Julia Bachmann. They will celebrate with children and grandchildren.

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FEURER – Gregg G.

Feurer, 66 of Greenville, died Dec. 31, 2014. Services were held Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

LIPPS – Shirley Aleene Lipps, 79, of Greenville, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Burial is in the Palestine Cemetery. ALLREAD – Annola Allread, 78, of Greenville, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2015. Services were held Wednesday, Jan. 7 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. COBLENTZ

– Wayne D. Coblentz, Veteran 91, of Greenville, died Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015. Funeral Services were held Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Cemetery.

STAGER – Marga-

ret May Stager, 101, of Greenville, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2015. A service was held Friday, Jan. 9, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Mote Cemetery.

BAKER – Verla I. Baker, 98, of Greenville and formerly of Ansonia, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. Services were held Friday, Jan. 9 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Teegarden Cemetery near Ansonia. PERKINS – Rutha

Virginia “Ducky” Perkins, 88, of Bradford, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015. A funeral service was held Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015 at Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment is at Harris Creek Cemetery, Bradford.

THOMPSON – Rol-

lin G. ThompVeteran son, 90, of Bradford, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015. Funeral Services were held Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015 at the Grace United Methodist Church, Ithaca. Burial is in Mote Cemetery.

Northmen and Cathy in Greenville GREENVILLE – The Northmen and Cathy will be appearing at Triumphant Christian Center on Jan. 18, 6 p.m. Pastor Shilot and the congregation welcome the community to this free concert. The church is located at 1129 South Towne Court in Greenville. Alan Godsey is lead singer and manager for the group, his wife Cathy sings alto and plays piano. Bob Etzel from Ann Arbor, MI adds the baritone part to complete the strong Southern Gospel sound of this group from Ft Wayne, Ind. The Northmen began

their music ministry 25 years ago and they have performed in 40 states and several foreign countries. They have performed in venues from campgrounds and county fairs to the main stage at the National Quartet Convention. The group has had 12 singles in the top 40 songs on the Singing News and Christian Voice charts. The focus and purpose of The Northmen and Cathy remains the same as it has been for the last 25 years…a ministry that uplifts, entertains and reaches out to a lost and dying world to let them know that Jesus saves.

Municipal Court report GREENVILLE – Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, reported on the case statistics of the court for December 2014. There were 338 new cases ﬁled in the Darke County Municipal Court in December 2014. The breakdown of these cases include: 55 criminal, 17 O.M.V.I., 173 other

Mullen Memorial

GETTYSBURG – The family of Wilbur E. Mullen will hold a public memorial and reception at 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 17, at Oakland Church of the Brethren, Gettysburg. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Wilbur’s life. Wilbur died peacefully at the age of 96 on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations in Wilbur’s memory may be made to On Earth Peace, www. onearthpeace.org, P.O. Box 188, New Windsor, MD 21776-0188 or the Resident Aid Fund of the Brethren Retirement Community, www.bhrc. org, Brethren Retirement Community, Department of Fund Development, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville, Ohio 45331.

trafﬁc and 93 civil cases. There were 415 cases terminated/disposed of in December 2014. For more information, contact Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, Darke County Courthouse, 504 South Broadway, Suite 7, Greenville, OH 45331. Telephone 937.547.7340.

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DEETER

– Mary Glenna Deeter, 81, of Palestine, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. Funeral Services were held Friday, Jan. 9, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Palestine Cemetery.

MULVANEY – Janey A. Mulvaney, 72, of Versailles, died Monday, Jan. 5, 2015. A funeral service was held Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015 at Covington Presbyterian Church. Burial is in Greenlawn Cemetery, Versailles. NORVELL – Sue Ellen Norvell, 79, of Hollansburg and formerly of Dayton, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015. A funeral service was held Friday, Jan. 9 at the Robert L. Crooks Funeral Center at Preble Memory Gardens, West Alexandria. Burial is at Preble Memory Gardens Cemetery. WASHLER – Ted Leon Washler, 82, of Greenville, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2015. A Celebration of Life was held

Monday, Jan. 5, 2015 at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Greenville. Following cremation, Ted will be buried near several generations of his ancestors in New Lisbon Cemetery, near Union City, Ind.

HUTCHENS – James G. Hutchens, 81, of Ansonia, died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015. A celebration of his life was held Saturday, Jan. 10, at the Greenville Baptist Temple. (veteran) TAYLOR – Nancy Louise Taylor, 67, of Greenville, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015. There will be no services. HENNINGER – Margie E. Henninger, 98, of Arcanum, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015. Funeral Services will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 12, 2015 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends one hour before the time of services at the funeral home. MIDDLETON – Theda N. Middleton, 71, of Greenville, died Thursday, Jan. 8, 2015. Funeral Services will be held 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday 1-3 p.m. at the funeral home. Private family graveside servic-

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REHMERT – Philip

Terrell Rehmert, 90, Veteran of Greenville, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2014. Services will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday, Jan. 12, 2014, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. Burial will be in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends Sunday from 2 -4 p.m.

RIDENOUR – Philip D. Ridenour, 84, of Versailles, died Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday,

Jan. 12, 2015 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 204 East Wood St., Versailles. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Versailles. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles and Monday morning from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the church.

MEIER – Ellen Marie (Sites) Meier, 95, of Greenville, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2015. Services were held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2015 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 16 .... vs Mississinawa Valley ........................6:30 p.m. Jan. 23 .... @ Franklin Monroe ..............................6:30 p.m. Jan. 24 .... @ Parkway ..........................................6:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Jan. 13 .... vs Parkway ..............................................6 p.m. Jan. 17 .... @ Stivers .................................................6 p.m. Jan. 22 .... vs Franklin Monroe .............................5:30 p.m.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 16 .... @ St Henry .........................................6:30 p.m. Jan. 17 .... vs Lima Central Catholic .....................6:30 p.m. Jan. 20 .... @ Tippecanoe .....................................6:30 p.m. Jan. 23 .... vs Ft Recovery ....................................6:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Jan. 15 .... vs St Henry ..............................................6 p.m. Jan. 22 .... @ Ft Recovery ..........................................6 p.m. Jan. 24 .... vs Mechanicsburg .................................12 p.m. BOYS/GIRLS SWIMMING Jan. 24 .... @ Celina .................................................5 p.m. WRESTLING Jan. 16 .... @ Maumee Bay Ckassic ..........................12 p.m. Jan. 17 .... @ Maumee Bay Classic .......................... 10 a.m. Jan. 24 .... vs Mechanicsburg ..............................3:30 p.m.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 12 .... @ Monroe Central ............................... 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 .... JV County Tourney ..................................6 p.m. Jan. 16 .... @ Monroe Central ....................................6 p.m. Jan. 17 .... vs Ansonia ..............................................6 p.m. Jan. 20 .... Tourney Championship @ Union ........... 7:45 p.m. Jan. 23 .... @ Union .............................................6:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Jan. 12 .... @ Monroe Central ....................................6 p.m. Jan. 13 .... JV County Tourney ....................................6 p.m. Jan. 16 .... @ Monroe Central ....................................6 p.m. Jan. 19 .... @ Mississinawa Valley ..............................6 p.m. Jan. 20 .... Tourney Championship @ Northeastern .....6 p.m. Jan. 24 .... vs Wes-Del ....................................... 11:30 a.m. WRESTLING Jan. 14 .... vs Northeastern ..................................6:30 p.m. Jan. 17 .... @ Winchester .....................................9:30 a.m. Jan. 21 .... @TBA Dual Meet ......................................6 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Jan. 13 .... vs Franklin Monroe ..................................6 p.m. Jan. 16 .... @ Bradford .........................................6:30 p.m. Jan. 23 .... vs Arcanum ........................................6:30 p.m. Jan. 24 .... vs Randolph Southern, Ind. ......................6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Jan. 15 .... vs Twin Valley South ............................5:30 p.m. Jan. 17 .... vs National Trail .................................... 11 a.m. Jan. 19 .... vs Union City, Ind. ...............................5:30 p.m. Jan. 22 .... @ Arcanum .........................................5:30 p.m.

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T-V to induct Sheley into Hall of Fame NEW MADISON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tri-Village will host its 11th annual Hall of Fame Induction on Jan. 24. Being inducted posthumously between the junior varsity and varsity games will be Coach Richard â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rickâ&#x20AC;? Sheley. The public is invited to attend a reception held in the commons area following the varsity game to honor the new inductee. Ms. Rhonda Sheley and her family will be present to accept a plaque in honor of Coach Sheleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s achievement. Coach Sheley came to teach in the Tri-Village school district in 1977. He began his coaching career by becoming the Girls Varsity Basketball Coach in the 1978 season. He was a very inspiring coach who led

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Several Lady Indians recognized for tournament play UNION CITY, Ind. - Several Union City girls basketball players were named to the Reid Randolph Medical Center Holiday All-Tournament Team. Following a 50-41 loss in the title game to Union Saturday, Jan. 3, three

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Darke Co. January Blood Drives set

DARKE COUNTY –The following Darke County blood drives comes during January National Blood Donor Month and CBC is celebrating with a special gift to help donors keep warm this winter. Everyone who registers to donate from Jan. 5-31 will receive a “Blood Drop Beanie” knit hat. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment online at www. DonorTime.com. January National Blood Donor Month is an added opportunity for CBC to honor the donors, volunteers and staff members who have contributed to its “50 Years of Saving Lives” legacy. Blood is traditionally in short supply during the winter months due to the holidays, travel schedules, inclement weather and illness. January can be an especially difﬁcult month for blood centers to collect blood donations. CBC begins the New Year with an ample reserve and careful blood collection planning in place to reliably provide the blood and blood

products needed to our 25 partner hospitals in CBC’s 15-county service area. Jan. 12 – Faith United Methodist Church, 101 East South St., Arcanum, 2:30–6:30 p.m., open to the community, appointments encouraged Jan. 13 – Greenville Church of the Brethren, 421 Central Ave., Greenville, 12:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Greater Greenville Ministerial Association, open to the community, appointments encouraged Jan. 19 – Versailles K of C Hall, 8440 St. Rt. 47, Versailles, 12:30–7 p.m., sponsored by Versailles Knights of Columbus, open to the community, appointments encouraged Jan. 23 – Franklin Monroe High School, 8691 Oakes Road, Pitsburg, 8 a.m.–noon, sponsored by Franklin Monroe High School National Honor Society, open to the community, appointments encouraged Learn more at www. GivingBlood.org.

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Learn to survive the cold weather GREENVILLE – The Darke County Parks will be hosting a Winter Day Camp for kids in grades kindergarten through ﬁfth grade on Jan. 19, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Since you have the day off school, come and join them as they explore the woods while searching for a place to spend the “evening”. Everyone will get an opportunity to practice building a temporary debris shelter that they could spend the night in if needed. They will also hike off-trail using their navigation skills to look for a water

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Photo Club holds 5th Fair Tax Plan annual free workshop meeting scheduled

GREENVILLE – Do you have a camera and not sure how to use or do what you want to take better photographs? The Darke County Photo Club will hold its ﬁfth annual free workshop on Jan. 24, 1 p.m., at Shawnee Prairie Preserve. This presentation will be geared toward beginners with any type of camera. They ask that you bring your

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Adalynn Grace is Wayne Hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baby GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;When she went into labor, I BOB jumped up! ROBINSON I knew it,â&#x20AC;? Associate Editor bluebagmedia.com said proud grandmother Lisa Brickler. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re having a New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baby!!â&#x20AC;? Adalynn Grace Davis was born at Wayne Health Care Center Jan. 1 at 1:57 a.m. Weighing in at 8 lbs. 15 oz., 20.25 inches long, Adalynn was the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst baby of 2015. Mom, Brianna Brickler, 23, is a Greenville High School graduate. She has another daughter, Brooklynn Davis, three. Adalynnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father is Edward Davis of Greenville. Her grandparents are Lisa Brickler, Jeff Brickler, Karen Tedore and Chuck Davis. Her great grandparents are Paul and Coleen Garrett and John and Kathy Brickner. All are Green-

ville residents. Brianna said she got up to charge her phone on New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eveâ&#x20AC;Ś then knew it was time. She was in labor two and a half to three hours, and was delivered by Dr. Patrick Karr. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an easy delivery,â&#x20AC;? grandmother said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but it was fast, and it was smooth.â&#x20AC;? The due date was Dec. 30, but the grandmother knew better. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our whole family all had a feeling sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d (Brianna) have a New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s baby.â&#x20AC;? Brianna and Adalynn were presented a gift basket from Nurse Susan Curtis on behalf the Wayne Healthcare Nurses Auxiliary. Terri Flood, Wayne Health Care Marketing Director, said 341 babies were delivered at the hospital in 2014. She anticipated it would be about the same this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lots of places are cutting downâ&#x20AC;Ś no lon-

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ger offering labor delivery services due to the liability,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad we are maintaining a strong focus in this area. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re encouraging people to come here. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to drive

to other places.â&#x20AC;? Flood said they wanted people to know what services the hospital has, adding â&#x20AC;&#x153;weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fortunate to have a great (delivery service) program here.â&#x20AC;?

FFA experience led to decision to teach GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot of it is patience,â&#x20AC;? said David BOB Heffelfinger. ROBINSON â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theirsâ&#x20AC;Ś Associate Editor bluebagmedia.com yoursâ&#x20AC;Ś you never know. You have a plan. It looks really good on paper, thenâ&#x20AC;Ś (pause) Well, it doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always work out that way.â&#x20AC;? HeffelďŹ nger is one of the new teachers at Woodland Heights Primary School for 2014-15. His position â&#x20AC;&#x201C; kindergarten teacher â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is unique in that he is the only full time male teacher on the staff. According to Krista Quellhorst, secretary, he is the ďŹ rst male kindergarten teacher for as long as she can remember. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is fantastic,â&#x20AC;? HeffelďŹ nger said referring to his position at Woodland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was greeted with open arms. I have a support teamâ&#x20AC;Ś anything I need they help me with.â&#x20AC;? A recent Urbana University graduate in Early Childhood Education, HeffelďŹ nger said he had no intention of teaching when he was in high

school at Miami East. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was in FFA,â&#x20AC;? he noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We raised sheep; I took one to Ag Day for a sheep shearing demonstration. At the end I gave each kid a little piece of woolâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a thrill,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Handing them the wool, seeing their eyes light up.â&#x20AC;? His teacher asked him if heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d thought about becoming a teacher. He hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;tâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I thought about it. The next year I enrolled at Urbana.â&#x20AC;? This is his ďŹ rst full time teaching position. Upon graduation he served as a Title 1 Reading teacher and a tutor at Miami East. He also taught preschool for half a year. Did he believe his gender was a factor in being hired? He shook his head. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think so. I think it was my passion. In my interview I was really passionateâ&#x20AC;Ś it really is all about the kids. I think I stood out because of my passion to be a teacher.â&#x20AC;? HeffelďŹ nger acknowledged there were challenges and rewards in teaching the very young.

ODE relaxes CCP participation requirements David Heffelfinger watches his kindergarten students prepare for the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities the Friday before Christmas break. (Bob Robinson photo)

One of the challenges, he thought, was their inconsistency. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You work on somethingâ&#x20AC;Ś you make that one big hit! They get it!! Then you come in the next day and they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember a thingâ&#x20AC;Ś are you kidding me?â&#x20AC;? Repetition, he said. Consistency. Little ones learn with repetition. On the other hand, he said it can be shocking how fast they pick up on some things, like sight words. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Popcorn words. Words that pop up everywhere. They learn it one weekâ&#x20AC;Ś the next week they remember it.â&#x20AC;? The beginning of the

year was tough. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know who was hurting more,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mom walks away crying; the child leaves mom crying.â&#x20AC;? Before long the routine was establishedâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now they know theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re here to learn. They come in with a smile on their faces.â&#x20AC;? HeffelďŹ nger acknowledged there were many components needed to be a teacher, adding he was glad he chose the ďŹ eld. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also glad to be at Woodland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Greenville is a great community,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve met some great peopleâ&#x20AC;Ś coworkers, staff have all been wonderful.â&#x20AC;?

Vivitrol to be introduced to treat addiction GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The holidays are a depressing BOB time of the ROBINSON year if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Associate Editor bluebagmedia.com battling addiction,â&#x20AC;? Darke County Chief Probation OfďŹ cer James Mollette said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a balancing act between providing for the family and the drugs; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s much easier to go back to the addiction.â&#x20AC;? He added itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also difďŹ cult ďŹ ghting loneliness. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We do all the encouraging things we canâ&#x20AC;Ś meetingsâ&#x20AC;Ś any positives we can. A low percentage of addicts are actually comfortable with what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing.â&#x20AC;? He noted, however, they realize theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing it for a reason, one of which is to stay out of jail. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are unique challenges due to her-

oin,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heroin is an epidemic and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only getting worse.â&#x20AC;? A new treatment Mollette is optimistic about is Vivitrol. In combination with traditional treatment, such as counseling, he believes it will be more effective than the methadone and suboxone treatments of the past. It is designed to reduce cravings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Methadone and suboxone could be abused. Vivitrol is a once-monthly injection; they have to go to a physician for it. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hoping it will eliminate some substance abuse.â&#x20AC;? Mollette said his department will be getting one new probation ofďŹ cer, hopefully two. Probation experienced about a 15 percent increase of offenders in 2014 over 2013. Its current offender list is 450; they are on probation or

Ohio Rep. Ron Amstutz (left) and Rep. Jim Buchy greet fellow legislators as the 131st Ohio Legislature is set to begin. The legislatureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s task for 2015 is education and workforce development. (Bob Robinson photo)

new, involving pretrial work. Of those, over 100, or roughly 25 percent, are on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Intensive Probation.â&#x20AC;? He added they also had a high percentage of ILC (Intervention in Liu of Conviction) offenders. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a diversionary program; they have to have a treatment plan with Drug & Alcohol Prevention or the Mental Health facility.â&#x20AC;? In 2014 the court sent 28 to prison and 30 to the MonDay program. This was straight out of the courtroom. MonDay was about double what they sent in 2013. How did MonDay do when offenders returned to the county? Mollette said he was a strong supporter of the program, but his answer still had to be generic. â&#x20AC;&#x153;MonDay offenders are higher risk. Even with the program, they still have issues,â&#x20AC;?

he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is a higher failure rate, but it isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t because of the program.â&#x20AC;? He added they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t send lower risk offenders there because it would likely make them worse off. Mollette checked one MonDay graduate released in June 2014. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No discipline or court appearances afterwards,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So we can consider that successful.â&#x20AC;? In addition to starting Vivitrol treatment, Mollette hoped there will be an improvement in employment of convicted felons in the community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These were discussed in the meetings conducted by the Darke County Chamber of Commerce,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There has been movement on thisâ&#x20AC;Ś I just had a job placement interview with an offender.â&#x20AC;?

COLUMBUS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you can do it, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in!â&#x20AC;? said Ohio BOB Rep. Jim ROBINSON Buchy (84th Associate Editor bluebagmedia.com Dist., R) of Greenville. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not.â&#x20AC;? Buchy was not happy over the guidelines for the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College Credit Plus program, set to be implemented for the fall semester. It limits enrollment in CCP courses to students who are enrolled in both high school and an accredited college. He said a student should be able to take the class even if he or she isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t currently enrolled in a college, or planning on a college track. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If the student has the ability to participate, it should be allowed,â&#x20AC;? Buchy continued. According to Elizabeth Conway, Ohio Senate Deputy Chief of Staff, there have been a number of concerns raised with the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) and the Ohio Board of Regents regarding the requirement. Locally, it was a sticky point with Jim Atchley, Superintendent of Ansonia and Mississinawa Valley school districts. From his perspective itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about numbers. Limiting participation only to students enrolled in high school and college isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realistic for small districts. Justin Barnhart from Buchyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce said the representative communicated with ODE about the requirement; State Senator Bill Beagle, who strongly supports the program, said he would be following up as well. The Board of Regents was listening. It released a revision to its requirement on Jan. 5. Pending approval Jan. 27 by the General Assemblyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Joint

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FOR RENT New Madison, 2 BR upper apt. No pets. Non-smoking. Near school. $375/mo + utilities. Deposit & Australian Shep- references required. herd pups, 1st shots. Call 996-8931 Red merles, tri-color. Ready for new homes. Storage for personal $200. 937-337-6403 and business use. Penske Truck RentFOR RENT als. Call Greenville Arcanum, 2 BR brick Stor and Lock. 548double, nice location. 1075, 5328 Michelle W/D hookup, stove, St. fridge included. No pets, no smoking. Willow Place Apartments - We’re better $400. 937-547-1737 than ever! 3 bed2 BR apt in Ansonia. rooms, 1.5 baths. $450/mo + deposit. Call 937-316-8025 or No Pets. 937-467- 937-316-8489. Equal 3313 Housing Opportunity.

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FOR RENT Union City 3br/1ba brick ranch, $500. 997-2000 photos at outpostenterprises. com

Super nice 2 BR brick ranch double in Gnvl. 2 car garage. 2 baths. A/C & appliances. Lawn & snow removal provided. No pets, no smoking. $700/mo. 937-548-2397

Nice 2 BR half double in Gnvl. W/D hookup. Stove & refrig provided. No pets, no smoking. $375/mo. 937-548-2397 Very nice 1 & 2 BR apts by park. Appliances, trash, parking, lawn care provided. No pets. 305 Miami Circle Dr, Gnvl. $390 & $450/mo. 937-5479871

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FOR RENT Major renovation done on 3 BR, 1.5 bath apt. In quiet Greenville area. $525/mo + utilities. No pets. Call Dave 937-621-4726

2 BR, 2 bath apt. $600/mo + deposit. 2 car garage. Central air. W/d hookup. Stove included. Yard care provided. No Pets. 700 Berkshire, Greenville. 937-4232604

FOR RENT 2 BR, 1 Bath Furnished Apartment in Ansonia. Water/Sewer included. $300 Deposit, $460/mo rent. 937-417-7240

in our Pullets, Production & Processing areas.

Gettysburg, half dup, 2 BR, LR, kit, W/D 200 RIFFLE, 2 bed- hookup. $395 deposit/ room home with 1 rent. 937-423-8320 car detached garage. $525 per month plus Fully remodeled 2 BR $525 security de- apt, Ansonia. New posit plus utilities. floors, paint, tiled Stove, refrigerator shower, W/D unit. and washer/dryer Parking, lawn care furnished. NO PETS! provided. No pets. Call 937-417-4546 for 403 Smith St. $375/ mo. 937-547-9871 rental application

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STAFF LIBRARIAN (SUBSTITUTE) The Bradford Public Library will be interviewing for a substitute staff librarian. The following qualifications apply:

• Applicants are required to have a minimum high school diploma or the equivalent • The applicant must be available to work during the hours of 9 am – 7 pm • The applicant must have computer, Internet and keyboarding skills and basic math skills All applications are to be received at Bradford Public Library no later than 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 19. Those applications being mailed: Bradford Public Library, c/o Cherie Roeth, Director, 138 E. Main St., Bradford, OH 45308. For additional information call 937-448-2612.

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FOR RENT Clean upstairs one bedroom apartment in Greenville. $375/$395 with some utilities and furnishings included. 411 S. High, Bradford, No pets. No smoking. 3 BR, full garage. 548-6209 $650/mo + deposit. 2 BR house, Ansonia, 937-423-4712 close to school. $450 1 BR apt, downstairs. per month. 459-2779 All electric. W/D hook- Rent/Sell? Country up. Water included. setting, single story Garage for storage. brick ranch, 3 BR, $350 rent, $350 de- attached garage. Arposit. Ask about free canum SD. $675/mo. rent. 765-964-4291 937-459-6200 3-4 BR house, 608 3 BR double, like Gray Ave, Gnvl. De- new, in Greenville. tached garage $600 No pets. W/D hookup. deposit, $600/mo. 937-547-1986 Call 937-564-4126 3749 Shira Rd, 3 1 BR, 1 bath loft BR, garage, Wayne apartment, Rossburg. Lakes. 937-570-1230 W/D Hookup. 2 Car Garage. $375 DeR&S Reck posit, $375/mo rent. Mobile 937-417-7240

Large 2 BR apt, ground level. $500, includes electric, water, stove, refrig, wi-fi. New Madison. 5641402

1 BR apt., Greenville. $400 mo. Utilities pd. 2 br mobile home, U.C., OH. $375 mo. + utilities. Deposits required. No Pets. 937-467-9347 Apartment, Arcanum. 2 BR, 1.5 bath. Enclosed patio. Central air. Garage. $425. 937-692-5325 2 BR, 1.5 bath townhouse, north side of Greenville. Seconds from Wagner Ave. No pets. Range, dishwasher, central a/c, lawn care & snow removal provided. Private patio. Washer/ dryer hookup. Tenant pays utilities. $500/ mo. 937-459-2269

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MUST SEE! 3 BR, 1 1/2 baths on cul-desac in Union City, OH. $550/mo + deposit. 937-459-8156 1 BR downstairs apt. Furnished. All utilities paid. $135 wkly, $400 deposit. Union City, IN. No Pets. 968-6804 Greenville, 1 story, 2 BR apt, new carpet. No lease. Stove & fridge provided. Washer/dryer hookup. storage shed. Trash paid. Lawn care provided. Pets are welcome w/ additional deposit. Metro approved. $475 + $475 deposit. Call/text 5644057

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Elmwood Assisted Living of New Bremen is looking for self motivated, energetic, compassionate individuals to care for the residents living in our community. We are currently accepting applications for 2nd shift as a Care Manager, and we also have openings in our Activities Department for both part time and full time. Previous experience in the healthcare field is preferred, but will train the right individual. Elmwood offers excellent benefits to our employees as well as an employee incentive program. Also offer new competitive wages! If you are looking for a rewarding career that betters the lives of seniors, please visit our facility to complete an application.

of New Bremen • 711 South Walnut Street You may also fax your resume to 419-977-2368 EOE

ONE STORY HOME with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Enclosed porch. Roof is 10 years old, kitchen paint & vinyl 10 years old. Exterior paint is 3 years old. New electrical panel (100 amp), Porch 11x11 (110729) A FEW FINISHING TOUCHES you could own this completely updated move in ready home. Updates include new flooring throughout in 2010. Downstairs bathroom, bay window, and new sidewalks all in 2011. Upstairs bathroom remodeled in 2013, freshly repainted throughout. This property was at one time a duplex which could very easily be converted back. Home offers half acre lot and all appliances new in 2010 stay! (110356) SPECTACULAR MASTERPIECE nestled amongst giant trees. Fabulous 5 bedroom home boasts 12,000+sf that includes the finished walkout basement. Owner’s suite so beautiful you will not want to leave in the morning. Home designed to provide stellar views from every angle through the large walls of glass. Enjoy the multiple outside seating areas that all overlook the private waterfalls and Greenville Creek. Many custom features make this home impossible to describe, see our website for all pictures and details. (110349) PRESTIGIOUS HOME! Offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, beautiful eatin kitchen, formal living and dining rooms, family room with fireplace, roomy study, fabulous Florida room and 2 car attached garage. Two brick paver patios and driveway. (109231) ROOMIER THAN IT APPEARS!! Ranch home has 3 bedrooms. Living room, eat-in kitchen and a bonus room that could be used for an office, family room or rec room. Sits on half acre, above ground pool is negotiable. (110462) GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO PARK ENTRANCE. This 3 bedroom offers newer paint, windows, carpet, vinyl and appliances including washer and dryer. Also, 1.5 car attached garage, plus carport. (106043) BACK UP THE MOVING TRUCK, all the updates have been done. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been completely remodeled! Offers new vinyl replacement windows, new metal roof and sheeting. New gutters, new entry doors, furnace, hot water heater and 200 amp electric breaker box. Brand new kitchen with island, all new flooring and interior freshly painted. Possession at closing! (110404) NOT YOUR ORDINARY RANCH. Cathedral ceiling with skylights in the living room really brighten this space. Crown molding with dental detail accentuates the Living room, Dining area and Kitchen. Kitchen offers an abundance of cupboard and counter space. Located in a very nice, quiet neighborhood on the north side of Greenville. (110718) NICE 3 BEDROOM RANCH home sits on half acre at the edge of town. Updates include kitchen counter tops, vinyl flooring, carpet and heat pump/ac. (110744) LOCATED CLOSE TO TOWN, Live in the Country! This well maintained brick ranch sits on 1.64 acres with a view of the golf course from the front and countryside from the back. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, utility room. Kitchen has breakfast bar with dining area. Open concept living room and family room with vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplace. Covered patio, 2 car attached garage, 10x16 Utility Bldg. (110622) THE MAJOR UPDATES have been completed to this 3 bedroom brick ranch home. All new interior paint. Awaiting your personal touches to finish and call home. Broker will consider a trade-in. (110585) COTTAGE STYLE HOME loaded with charm. Original wood trim and wood floors set this home apart from the competition. Oversized living room opens to the spacious dining area. Modern kitchen with ample cabinet and countertop space. Two bedrooms and a full bath are also located on the main level. Additional rooms, bedroom and half bath on the upper floor. Two car detached garage and extra wide lot are added bonuses for this property. (110192) IMMEDIATE POSSESSION! Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath and enclosed patio to enjoy. Home offers newer replacement windows, carpet, vinyl and invisible fence. (110463)

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Greenville, 3 BR house, LR, Kit, Utility, W/D, $550 deposit/ rent, 937-423-8320 HOUSEHOLD Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870 LEIS REALTY CONGRATULATES

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10 GREENMOOR, ARCANUM This updated property will not last long, so don’t wait, call today for your private showing of a very nice home. 3601 ARCANUM BEARS MILL RD., ARCANUM *PRICE JUST REDUCED* Looking for your next home? This is it! 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms located in Arcanum-Butler School District. Many updates for your enjoyment plus a 30’x30’ outbuilding to keep all your toys. 5616 REQUARTH RD., GREENVILLE Don’t let this one get away. 5 minutes from town, while enjoying country living. Big back yard for kids, garden or fruit trees.

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SPACIOUS FRM in this brick ranch on corner lot! LRM. Eat-in KIT. Deck & patio. 24x40 garage & shop + storage building. MLS 590260 #4441 READY TO MOVE INTO! 2-ST vinyl sided home w/3 BR, 2 BA. LRM & DRM. Full basement w/EverDry system. 2-car attached garage. MLS 594759 #4453 COMMERCIAL BUILDING! Formerly used as sandwich/ice cream shoppe. Some improvements have been done. MLS 110144 #4420 IMMACULATE 2-ST vinyl sided home w/3 BR. LRM, DRM & FRM. All appliances included. Newer furnace & central air. 2-car garage w/extra storage. MLS 587338 #4320 QUIET LOCATION BACK LONG LANE! 2-ST home. 4 BR. LRM & DRM. Large eat-in KIT w/island bar. 2 acres! MLS 597178 #4454 IN WAYNE LAKES! 2 BR home – owners’ BR has view of 3 lakes! 2 full BA. Covered porches & patios on each level. 3 docks. 7 lots on 4 acres (house, 4 lots & docks can be sold separately. MLS 557621 #4357

IN ANSONIA at 501 Smith is a 3 bedroom, 1½ bath brick ranch with 1½ car attached garage. Newer roof; total electric. Upper 60s 20 ACRES M/L nestles a 2-story brick home at 1648 Mills Road! Updated and well maintained home has walnut woodwork; built-ins; hickory cabinets in kitchen; oak and plank flooring; oak staircase; hot water and corn-burning heat! 3-4 attached garage PLUS barns! $325,000. IN WAYNE LAKES this 2 bedroom home at 1180 East Drive has a WOODED, corner lot! Corner fireplace; attached garage. Upper 40s COMMERCIAL BUILDING LOT 60x100 with office at 602 Riffle. Mid 50s APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; trees; grass and sidewalks! Mid 30s 8 ACRES M/L with this 2-story home at 6975 Jaysville-St. Johns Road! Updates include new furnace and central air! FULL, finished basement; in-ground pool and small barn. $222,000 IN GETTYSBURG this double at 302 E. Main has 2 bedrooms each side. 1 car detached garage. Low 60s PROFESSIONALLY REMODELED this 2-3 bedroom home at 329 E. Water is yours day of closing! Upper 40s JUST EAST OF GREENVILLE on 8 acre corner lot this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located at 5988 Routzong Road! Stone fireplace in living room; oak, winding staircase; exposed logs in 2 upstairs bedrooms; PLUS barns! $199,900 7 ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! Can be divided! Call Jim for additional information! IN ARCANUM this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home at 706 W. North Street has 2½ car attached garage, fenced back yard; utility shed; mature trees. Upper 60s LOOKING FOR A HOME TO RESTORE? This 2-story home at 416 W. Fourth was built in 1880! Make an appointment to see if you are interested!

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REAL ESTATE Commercially Zoned Auto repair garage located in Arcanum. Building is 1760 sq ft, includes 3-bay service area, office area, machining area & parts room. Included w/building: 2 vehicle hoists, air compressor, alignment system, air hoses & misc tools. Property includes large parking lot. Total size of lot is 60’x120’. Asking $45,000. Call 937459-2997

REAL ESTATE ABANDONED FARM! 25 ACRES - Trout Stream - $49,900. Beautiful acreage, views, woods, apple trees! Unadilla River Valley location! EZ terms! 888-7386994 NewYorkLandandLakes.com

10 tillable acres on Fraziers Rd, Twin Twp. $8,000/acre. Trump Realty 678-5687 Beautiful large log home on 2.4 aces w/3 BRs, loft, pellet boiler, pond & much, much more. Located on SR 571 on the edge of Greenville. Call Trump Realty, 678-5687, for your personal showing.

115 RUTH AVE., GETTYSBURG 3 Bedroom, 1.5 bath brick ranch with MANY UPDATES to include a new kitchen with built in dishwasher, all new bathroom & half bath, freshly painted with new flooring, new roof, new front door & new insulated garage door. Stop by & see this newly updated home. $82,900 qualifies for Conventional, VA, USDA or FHA Financing. 8634 ____________________________________ 211 S. JEFFERSON, PITSBURG, Large eat-in kitchen with custom made cabinets, many new features to include floor coverings, ceramic tile & carpet throughout, newer windows, new roof & soffits , High Efficient Propane Furnace in 2012. This home has been upgraded to include 2 bathrooms. This is a must see property with a large 2 car detached garage. Call for an appointment today! 8460

STOP BY & CHECK IT OUT! OPEN SUNDAY JAN. 11TH 7295 DELISLE-FOURMAN RD. GREENVILLE OPEN 1-2:30 You will not find another home with this much character! House built like a rock, 3 layer brick under stucco on first floor and 2 layer on second floor. This home is situated on 2.4 acres with an 84x32 barn. Updates include 40 year roof shingles put on in 2005, New Furnace in 2004, Submersible well pump installed in 2012, New flooring throughout in 2003. All plumbing has been updated to copper and PVC. Refrigerator and Electric Range new in 2013 stay with the property. Generator in shed is linked to the house to run electric by just flipping a circuit breaker. House appraised for $160,000 on May 14, 2014. Do not miss out on this value! Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Darren Leis (110713) 5460 US RT 36 GREENVILLE OPEN 2-3:30 Country appeal at the edge of town. The nearly one acre wooded lot boasts this updated 3 bedroom home with custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and several built-ins. Large windows brighten throughout with hardwood floors featured in the family room and 2 bedrooms. The perfection continues with a screened-in porch, hot tub, waterfalls, 24x24 workshop, and custom jungle gym and tree house. Must see! Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Kim Leis-Anderson (110683)

OPEN HOUSE Sunday January 18th 1 to 2:30 5621 KRUCKEBERG RD Bright and roomy! This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath basement home sets on 6 acres with view of neighboring ponds. A dream kitchen with all appliances plus a kitchenette in bsmt. Great space to entertain. Stop by and step up to luxury Living. 127 N to Kruckeberg east to sign. 6036 KRUCKEBERG RD 3 BR 2 Bath Custom built home on full basement. 2 car attached garage plus a 36 X 40 Barn on 7.2 acres. Looking for that private sitting! Check this home out! 127 N to Kruckeberg Rd east to sign. 9349 PITSBURG LAURA RD Lovely, 2 story, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, also includes: living room, dining room and family room. All on 10 acres in Franklin Monroe School District. ST RT 49 S to Pitsburg Laura Left to sign.

HELP WANTED ADULT SERVICES SECRETARY Seeking full-time employee who is proficient in Microsoft Office and able to multi-task to provide a friendly, positive environment for visitors and staff to ensure the smooth operation of the adult services program. Send resume and three references by Friday, January 16, 2015 to Tonya Clark, Business Manager, Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 5844 Jaysville-St. Johns Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331. More information at www. darkedd.org

HVAC INSTALLER TECH Excellent opportunity to be a part of a quality team. Immediate permanent positions available. Schmidt’s Heating A/C Refrigeration & Geothermal. Apply at 999 Sweitzer St, Greenville. 548-5220 REFLEXOLOGIST needed at A Soothing Touch Massage, Versailles. Certification preferred. 937423-1219

MISC. FOR SALE 24’ 6-ring bin, 2-ring door, aeration floor, 6” unload, already disassembled, 6500 bu, $700 OBO. 937-4596200

Professional SOUND SYSTEM Sales & Installation & Rental. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 5471970, email: bachtorock@earthlink.net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!

Homemade Noodles for sale. 526-3119 FURNACES $285 While Supplies Last. TUNS 1-877-4738867 Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off

Responsible individuals needed to insert Early Birds. If you are Used Applegate interested please call horse stall, 10x10, 937-547-0851. If no steel bar top, 2x6 answer please leave wood bottom, sliding your name, address, door. Cost $1500 sell and telephone numfor $800. UC, IN, 765ber where you may 749-8762 NEW TRUCKS AR- be reached RIVING - EXPERIENCED OTR DRIVAUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION ERS VAN DIVISION: Runs 48 states, heavy from WI to Philadelphia/ Baltimore/ MD area. Flex home time. 99% No-Touch. Top Pay! Vacation/ 401K/ 815 PINE ST. GREENVILLE, OH Vision/ Dental/ Disability/ Health. ReCOMPLETE BUSINESS LIQUIDATION quire Class A CDL, 2 yrs OTR exp. good MVR, references. Call Ruth/Mike TTI, Inc. 1-800-558-2664 www.TTItrucking.com Responsible individuals needed to deliver Early Birds in all areas of the county. We have walking & motor routes available. If you are interested, please contact Becky S. at 937-547-0851 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer Wanted: Veterinary Assistant for a busy small animal practice. Must be willing to help in all areas of clinic, including cleaning exam rooms, instruments, holding patients, walking dogs, occasionally cleaning cages. Must be able to lift 40#. Must have excellent language and computer skills. We have digital x-ray and dental x-ray, vetscope otoscope, tonometry, radiosurgical unit, and in-house blood machines. Approximate hours Monday and Thursday 8am to 7pm, Wednesday 11am to 7pm, Friday 11am to 5pm, and Saturday 8am-noon. Send resume to: Help Wanted: VA, c/o The Early Bird, 5312 Sebring-Warner Rd, Greenville, OH 45331 Forklift/Industrial Mechanic part-time/fulltime. $12.50 to start. Mail resume to: Service & Maintenance Solutions, 8153 St Rt 121N, New Paris, OH 45347, fax 937716-2345, e-mail: sandmsolutions@ Centurylink.net. Applications may also be filled out at the address listed above

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UTILITY TRUCKNEW INVENTORY TOOLS-SHOP EQUIP. 1998 Dodge 3500 diesel utility service truck with tool boxes; 18ft HD equipment trailer w/rear ramps; Wayne vertical 3HP air compressor 1011 CFM; 3202 Portable truck mount auto crane; Hobart 120 Handler Welder; Elec. Ridgid portable threader w/die set (mule); Hydraulic rotary shop lift SN: SP09; Pioneer Parkcrimp Crimping mach. with lg. assortment of fittings and work station; Warehouse pallet jack; Folding band saw; Pedestal bench grinder; HD vise and work bench; Bosch elec. hammer drill and sev. bits; Milwaukee receipt. Saw; Circular Cut off saw; & Elec. drill; Deep well socket set; Commercial step ladder; Ridgid pipe cutter & vise and tripod; OXY/ Act tank set and cart; Air hose and reels; Hardware cabinets/bins; Saw horses; Manual and pneumatic tools; and more Inventory/Parts/Supplies, Brands incl Rotary, Graco, Balcrank, Parker, Gilbarco, Aro, Watts and more; 550 Gal (NEW) Hamilton flammable liquids fuel tank & others; Pneumatic and hydraulic transfer pumps; Barrels pumps; Selenoid valves; hydro. Hydro. hoist pumps; digital flow meters and other types; Asymmetric lift assemblies; Lift packing kits; Air line regulators; Lift cable; Rubber arm pad kits; Fuel nozzles; Relief valves; Pressure valves; Copper tubing; Black & Galv pipe stock; Good sel of brass valves, fittings and connectors; Plus more. Office Equip. incl Desks; File cabinets; Metal storage cab.; Antique wardrobe; 3 pc set reception area furn from Miami Univ. TERMS: Cash, Check with proper ID or Master card and Visa accepted with a 3% clerking fee added; Ohio state sales tax laws will apply. Please visit www.midwest-auctioneers.com or www.auctionzip.com (ID# 12379) for more information and pictures.

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MISC. FOR SALE AUTOMOTIVE Small 120v wire Need Car Insurance welder, welds good, Now? Lowest Down $150. 937-459-6200 Payment - Canceled? State Letter? AcciFIREWOOD Cut & dents? Tickets? DUI? ready for delivery/ Instant Coverage! INpick-up. $110/cord. SUREDIRECT.COM Extra charge for de- Toll-Free 888-800livery. 937-968-6774 2312 Treadmill. Station- 2002 Chevy Avaary bike (changes to lanche 1500 for sale. elliptical). 10” band Extremely well mainsaw w/extra blades. tained with highway 526-3119 mileage of 175,000. Acorn Stairlifts. The Leather power seats, AFFORDABLE solu- power mirrors, Z tion to your stairs! 71 package, towing **Limited time -$250 package, moon roof Off Your Stairlift Pur- with tires in great chase!** Buy Direct shape. 4-wheel drive, & SAVE. Please call running boards, pri1-800-410-7127 for vacy glass, power FREE DVD and bro- windows, door locks, roof rack etc. Excelchure lent running condi9hp 28” Craftsman tion with regular Snowblower, electric maintenance records start, great shape, available including asking $500. 4’x8’ oil changes, transNomanco Tilt Trail- mission and radiaer, 24” Removable tor flushes, new fuel Sides, great shape, pump, alternator, asking $400. 765- battery all within last 993-8080 12-15 months. Sell21.5 cu ft refrigera- ing as we are purtor/freezer, excellent chasing new vehicle. cond $325. Upright Kelly Blue Book piano, exc cond shows price from $6909-$7101. Sell$800. 564-5977 ing for $6000 firm. MOTORCYCLES Please serious inqui2003 H.D. 100 An- ries only. Contact at niversary Softail 937-670-6097 after Deuce, exc. cond. 5pm weekdays or 15,000 miles, $9000. anytime on weekCall 997-3533 ends

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A beautiful drive along the Greenville City Park and a one-of-a-kind view of the south end ponds could be yours in this 1950’s low maintenance single story ranch style, nicely landscaped home. This home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, eat-in kitchen, family room, living room w/ fireplace & picture window, breezeway, utility room, attached 1 car garage, and fenced in back yard. Also offers hot water heat w/ newer boiler and central air. Make plans to inspect, bid, and buy this home! Terms: $3,000 required down day of auction and the balance due within 35 days of auction date. Please visit our website www.midwest-auctioneers.com for more info and pictures. **Personal property, household furnishings, antiques & collectibles will be selling the same day starting at 10:00 AM. Auction will be conducted in the lower level of the Masonic Lodge directly across the street!!

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PET OF THE WEEK GREENVILLE – The Darke County Animal Shelter, 5066 County Home Road, Greenville, has Larkin available. He is a 10 month old Shepherd mix; black and tan with short hair. He is a friendly guy who loves people. He will make a wonderful family dog and companion.

Larkin will grow to around 50 pounds. He is full of energy and loves to play. They also have a Great Pyrenees, a Walker coon dog, Shepherd mix, collie mix, and numerous other dogs. Cats and kittens are also available for adoption. The Shelter is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Fri-

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day, and 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday. 2015 dog license are on sale now and can be purchased at Ace Hardware in Greenville and

Versailles, Old National Bank in Union City, Birt’s store in New Weston, Osgood State Bank in Osgood, Patty’s IGA in Bradford, Suttons Super Value in Arcanum, Farmers State Bank in New Madison, and Veterinary & Poultry Supply in Ansonia, Animal Shelter and Auditor’s ofﬁce. To

order online visit www.doglicense. us/oh/darke. All dogs over three months of age must have a license. For more info, contact the Animal Shelter at 547-1645. To see the dogs they have available, visit www.darkecountyanimalshelter. com.

VAHS plans special dinner on Feb. 14 VERSAILLES – The Versailles Area Historical Society’s annual historic dinner will be held at the Versailles Knights of Columbus Hall on St. Rt. 47 West. The special evening will be a true Valentines treat on Feb. 14. Cocktails will be available beginning at 6 p.m. at their new cash bar. Dinner with two courses of wine included will be served at 7 p.m. They will be recreating the Welcome Dinner possibly hosted by Herr Seibt and his wife as they invite their newest neighbors in Dutch Roost or today, they would say Webster. In 1840, many German/Prussians came up the Stillwater to the tiny village that would come to feel like home. Your hosts will transform you back to an old Inn and will recount the days of a bustling Webster with taverns, mills, general store, and many prosperous farms that surrounded the fertile rural area. Dinner will be served by candlelight and will feature German/ American foods, from roasted turkey and dressing, to fresh sausage and sauerkraut, along with several delicious side dishes and a fabulous dessert, not to mention the appetizers of stuffed mushrooms and sauerkraut balls. Live music of the period will enhance your trip back in time to a special place in this area’s his-

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SAT., JANUARY 24, 2015 9:00 AM 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 *DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.M.*

2007 NISSAN MAXIMA 4 DOOR S.E., ONLY 39,375 MILES, V-6, AUTO, AIR, P.W., P. LOCKS, HEATED LEATHER, TILT, CRUISE, ALUM. WHEELS, REAR SPOILER, SUNROOF, ABSOLUTELY LIKE NEW (DON’T MISS THIS ONE!) - ANTIQUES – COLLECTIBLES – FURNITURE – APPLIANCES – HOUSEHOLD ITEMS – POWER & HAND TOOLS

RACHEL R. MCGRIFF - ESTATE Thomas McGriff - Executor Phillip Garbig, Attorney. DC Case #: 15-1-001

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• Terms: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • We must collect Sales Tax (except on Titled Vehicles). • Visit us online at www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Good Food & Good Times Available on Site! • Open Friday, January 23rd from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection. REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff Office: (937)316-8400

tory. Once again, Tim and Kathleen Nealeigh will create the rolls of the Seibts who were prosperous leading citizens of the community. Today, the Seibts are honored with a road running through Web-

ster to the Miami County line and their many neighbors are also remembered in the names of the roads around this picturesque village and the farms that surround. Limited seat-

ing is available; it is recommended to purchase tickets early. They are on sale now by contacting the Versailles Area Museum at 5264222. Tickets are $50 each. Tickets are also available

by mailing your check made out to the Versailles Area Historical Society to Jim Kelch at 105 Greenhaven Dr. Greenville, Ohio 45331 and your tickets will be held at the door for your convenience.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2015 9:00 AM 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 *DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.M.*

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) ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 7 Ft. 2 Piece Step Back Pine Cupboard w/ Glass Doors; 3 Drawer Wash Stand; Sm. Walnut Dbl. Drop Table & (2) Chairs; (3) Wood Rockers; Rush Btm. Chair; several Solid Seat Wood Chairs; Oak Dbl. Drop Dining Room Table w/ (4) Chairs; Wood Hall Tree; Dbl. Drop Lamp Table; Oak Wash Stand (very ornate); Dresser & Mirror; Oak Wash Stand w/ Wishbone Towel Bar; Early Cincinnati Adv. Towel Bar; Wood Bench; Wood Advertising Crates; Empire Style Lamp Table; Lg. Wood Adv. Box (McKinnon Dash Co. Makers of Carriage Dash’s & Fenders, Cincinnati, Ohio); #5 Crock Jug; China Tea Pots, Serv. set, C&S; Brass Bell; Ship’s Bell; McCoy Panda Cookie Jar; 12 Pc. Fealcraff Dishware (Green); (2) Crock Batter Bowls; (2) Crock Vases; (3) Iron Skillets; Porcelain Doll (by Cindy McCabe); (2) Wooden Snatch Block’s; Hand Size Drum; (2) Lee Cable Prints: (1) White Buffalo 294/500 (1991) & (1) Tiger on Rock (1999). FURNITURE – APPLIANCES – HOUSEHOLD – MISC. Oak Table & (4) Chairs; Sm. Oak Cabinet; Bassett 3 Pc. Bedroom Suite including: Dbl Bookcase Bed, Dresser & Mirror, Chest of Drawers; Oak Quilt Rack; Oak Stool; misc. Oak Shelves; Oak Wall Mirror; Elgin Wall Clock; Linden Wall Clock; Gone With The Wind style Lamp; LG 37” H.D. Flat Screen TV w/ Stand; Emerson 19” Flat Screen TV; Dell Inspirion Lap Top Computer, Lap Top Cooler w/ Mouse; Frigidaire Side by Side Refrigerator/Freezer (Black); Maytag Elec. Washer & Dryer (Almond); Kitchen Aid Microwave Oven; Butcher Block Kitchen Cart; Eureka & Hoover Sweepers; Yamaha CG100 M.A. Guitar & Case w/ Auto Tuner; Dbl. Queen Bed w/ Brass Style Headboard; Oak Queen Bed; several Wood Bookcases & Shelves; Sm. Wood Desk; Dbl. Drop Maple Table; Oriental Style Dbl. Door Black Lacquer Cabinet; TV Stand; 3 Pc. Lamp & Coffee Table Set; Wood Lamp Tables; Lamps; Patio Table & Chairs; Patio Benches; Wood Swing; 2 Cushion Tan Leather Sofa; misc. Table & Standing Lamps; (2) Wood Bar Stools; Oriental Style 4 Drawer Chest (very ornate); (2) Wicker Trunks; Wicker Hamper; 4 Dr. Chest of Drawers; Wood Slat Back Rocker; Computer Desk & Chair; Child’s Wicker Chair; Wood Record Cabinet; Oak C.D. Rack; Bedding; Afghans; Blankets; Books; lots of Pictures & Frames; Desk Lamp; Elec. Typewriter; Dog & Pet Cage; Wheat Pattern Dishes; Indian Dolls; Kurig Espresso Coffee Maker; Stoneware Bowls; Humidifier; Box Fan; Santa-Fe Train Set 0/027 Gauge (Elec.); Bath Stool; Knick Knacks; Baskets; Vases; Wine Rack; Stemware; Cookbooks; Desk items; Oriental Tea Set; 9” Mayflower Ship, 15” Whaling, 17” Belem & 17” Santa Maria Ship Models; Crock Bowls; Plates; Cups; Elec. Kitchen Appliances; Kitchen Utensils; SS Cookware; Shoe Shine Kit; Rag Rugs; Luggage; Yarn; several Jewelry Boxes; Costume Jewelry; Rings; Necklaces; Bracelets; Watches; Pocket Knives; Hall Tree; Metal Towel Rack; Wood Indian Blanket Rack; Pre-Lighted Christmas Tree; Wall Mirror; Gorham Bears; Audio Equipment including: VCR, LCD Multimeter, Equalizer, Noise Reduction System, 3-Head Cassette, Hook up Cable, Speakers; Pre-Amplifier, #2215 Equalizer, Compact Disc, Audio Player, Power Amplifier, Radio & Speakers; (4) Standing Fans; Oil Lamps; SS Bowls; Vision Ware; Corning Dishes; Pots; Pans; Silverware; Table Covers; Handy Work; Tupperware; Exercise Equipment Books; 8 x 30 Binoculars; (2) Men’s Leather Coats; Western Belts; Trees; Greenery. GUNS – ARCHERY – AMMO – ACCESSORIES Mossberg International 715T .22 Cal. Long Rifle Semi-Auto, (2) 25 Round Detachable Mags, Adjustable Butt stock, Rail mount Hand Grip & LED Tac Light, NcStar Rear Sight & Rifle Lock; Bow Tech Blue Diamond Compound Bow w/ Case, Arrows & Accessories; Buck Masters BTR Compound Bow w/ Case, Arrows & Accessories; PSE Crossbow; Hard Rubber Training M16 Rifle; NcStar 3-9x42RE; NcStar 1x30 Red Dot Sight; NcStar 1x25 Red/Green Dot Sight; NcStar Tactical 4 Reticle Sight; (2) Scopecoat Scope Covers; Van Guard BA-168 Binocular Clamp; (5) American Eagle .22 Cal. L.R. 50 Count Boxes; Guard Force Classic 36C Multi Pistol Case; Guard Force Hard Shell Rifle Case; Guard Force Outback C Series Gun Case; Van Guard VGP300W Gun Case; Guard Force Outback C Gun Case; various Gun Lasers; Hand Held Lasers; Stream Light TLR-2 Railmount Light/Laser; NcStar AR Riser for Flat Top; Training Pistol w/ Laser; Winchester 10x50 Binoculars; Vivitar 10x25 Binoculars; AMT Night Vision; Night Vision Head Gear; Van Guard SF-601 Scope w/ Tripod & Case; Athena Portable Gas Stove; Game Processing Set. GARAGE ITEMS &TOOLS John Deere 95 Rear Engine Riding Mower; Snapper (Ninja) 22” Elec. Start Self-Propelled Mower (like new); Stihl 009L (gas) Chain Saw; Reel Lawn Mower (Lambert); B&D Weed Trimmer; 2 Whl. Hand Truck; Garden Hose & Reel; Wheel Barrow; Fuel Cans; several Ladders & Step Ladders; Tarp; Saw Horses; Ext. Cords; Lawn Chairs; Trail Mate Men’s Bicycle; Power & Hand Tools of all types; Plywood; Table Saw; Craftsman Circ. Saw; Dbl. Bench Grinder; Drill Bits; Elec. Sander; C-Clamps; Log Chains; Pipe Clamps; Corn Knife; Pry Bars; Vise Grips; Inventory Cabinets; Elec. Drills; Wrenches; Sockets; Hatchet; Hammers; Orbital Polisher; Adj. Wrenches; Ratchets; Extensions; Pruners; Yard Tools; Shop Vacuum; Battery Charger & much more.

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Tamara Wilcox & Joseph Worz – Co-Executors Eric Brand, Attorney. DC Case #: 2014-1-187 MARION WHITTAKER, BETTY WITTERS & OTHERS

TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • We must collect Sales Tax. • Visit us online at www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Good Food & Good Times Available on Site! • Open Friday, January 16th from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection. REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we Office: (937)316-8400 love our profession! Kirby & Staff

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Friends celebrate 2014 successes GREENVILLE – The Summer Family Reading Program with its variety of activities, guests and opportunities for children and families at the Greenville Public Library and the four Authors Nights at Montage in early 2014, were reasons for the Friends of the Greenville Public Library to celebrate its community support in helping the Library promote literacy. The many services and opportunities provided by

the Library are an asset to our Darke County community and FOL seeks to help by funding programs that increase Library outreach. In 2014, the last annual used book sale was held at PAWS in May, with members opting instead to continue the on-going used book sale on the second ﬂoor of the Library, west of the computer area. A wide variety of books, CDs and DVDs are available for donations only. The fund-

ing from these donations as well as member and corporate support enable the Friends of the Library to continue funding for Library needs beyond its budget. Volunteers Craig and Vickie Stickel and Dede Wissman stock the second ﬂoor used book shelves with current works as well as old favorites, some from Library discards and some from citizens’ donations. These donations

Certification needed to apply fertilizer GREENVILLE – Agricultural fertilizer applicator certification is now required for farmers who apply fertilizer to more than 50 acres of agricultural production grown primarily for sale. This requirement was signed into law in June 2014 and also requires certification for commercial agricultural applicators. Farmers who have their fertilizer applied by co-ops or custom applicators are not required to be certified. Farmers and applicators need to attend a train-

ing course offered by Ohio State University Extension to become certified. Those who have a pesticide applicator license need to attend a two-hour fertilizer certification. If an applicator does not have a pesticide license they will be required to attend a three-hour fertilizer certification. A two-hour certification program for any applicator that has a pesticide license will be offered on Feb. 16, 1 p.m. This meeting is in conjunction with the pesticide recertifica-

Diller retires from Board of Directors GREENVILLE – Neil J. Diller recently announced his retirement from the Second National Bank Board of Directors after nearly 29 years of service to the organization. Diller joined the SNB board in March 1986, was vice-chairman from 1998 to 2007 and was chairman from December 2007 to December 2010. Neil is well known in the Fort Recovery area as the former Chief Financial Ofﬁcer of Cooper Farms in Fort Recovery. He is an active member of numerous community organizations in the Fort Recovery and Mercer County area. “Neil has been an

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tion will meet the certification requirements only for those with a pesticide license. Pre-registration is required and you can register for the fertilizer certification program only by calling Sam Custer at 548-5215. Register for the combined pesticide and fertilizer training at pested.osu.edu. A three-hour certification program for any applicator that does not have a pesticide license will be offered on March 25, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Romers, Greenville. This free meeting which will also include a sponsored lunch and a keynote address by Dr. John Fulton on Big Data and Precision Agriculture will meet the certification requirements for those with and without a pesticide license. Preregistration is required and online registration is available at nutrienteducation.osu.edu. Fertilizer is defined for the regulation as any substance containing nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, or other plant nutrient in a dry or liquid formulation. All application types such as broadcast, side dress, sub-surface, knifing and other are included in the certification requirement. Lime and limestone are not included as fertilizer for the certification and farmers who only use starter fertilizer in their planter boxes are exempted. Applicators who are a Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) or Ohio Certified Livestock Manager are not required to attend the training. The agriculture fertilizer certification is not required for manure applications as these are currently regulated. Applicators who meet the criteria for the certification must attend training by Sept. 30, 2017. The Ohio Department of Agriculture is the agency issuing the certification for agriculture fertilizer applications. Their website has information regarding the regulation at agri.ohio.gov. For more information about other training session or general materials for the agriculture fertilizer certification, visit nutrienteducation. osu.edu or contact Sam Custer at OSU Extension, Darke County at 548-5215 or custer.2@osu.edu.

are helping the Friends of the Greenville Library continue its support of the Library and its community outreach programs. On Dec. 6, an outpouring of cookies and candies contributed by FOL members were special treats for all those who visited the Annual Library Open House. The biggest draw for the Open House, was a chance to talk with and have free photos taken with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Clause. Flute music by Nancy Jackson and violist Alex Vehre added to the festive atmosphere. Beautiful free holiday bookmarks made by FOL member Marilyn Robbins were an added plus for the event. Many volunteers made this event possible for patrons and guests to view the community gem that is our Greenville Public Library. The ﬁrst of the 2015 Authors Nights at Montage will feature author John Scalzi, a nationally known sci ﬁ writer, at 7 p.m. on Jan. 23. Local and regional authors will present at the February, March

Cattlemen’s banquet set GREENVILLE – The directors of the Darke County Cattlemen’s Association invites all to their annual banquet on Feb. 2, at the American Legion Hall, Greenville. Appetizers begin at 6:30 p.m. and the dinner is at 7 p.m. The cost is $10 per person (children 4-H age and under are free). This year’s speaker will be Representative Jim Buchy. This year’s banquet will also featured the election of board of directors, scholarship winners announced, a new Beef Queen crowned, Herdsmen’s Awards and more. For reservations or more information, contact Cheryl Campbell, 338-3153.

Mrs. Claus was part of the Friends of the Greenville Library program in December.

and April Authors Nights. And as usual, guests will have the opportunity to purchase good food, wine and beverages and enjoy wonderful music before the events and during intermissions. To the Friends of the Greenville Public Library, there can be no better investment in our community’s future than promoting and assisting our Library. FOL thanks all those individuals, families and corporations that have so

generously supported our Library in 2014 and hope that support will continue in the year 2015.

Fish Fry

GREENVILLE – There will be a Fish Fry on Jan. 16 at the Greenville American Legion Post 140, 325 North Ohio St., from 5 p.m. until sold out. This is all you can eat and carry-out is available for $8 per person. The public is invited.

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December Students of the Month ARCANUM – Students of the Month for December from Arcanum High School are Cambell Gostomsky and Shelby Horzsa. Selections were made by the faculty on the basis of accountability, honesty, and service demonstrated at Arcanum High School. Cambell and Shelby were nominated because of the accountability and service that they demonstrate at AHS. Cambell was nominated because of the accountability that he has daily within his classes. He demonstrates tremendous work ethic and attention to detail each day. Shelby is a positive leader within our school who

Brittany Lynch and newborn Liam

Shown are Shelby Horzsa and Cambell Gostomsky.

demonstrates outstanding honesty and service to others. Both students make Arcanum High School

a great place to be. The Student of the Month program is sponsored by McDonald’s and Hot Head Burritos.

The American Cancer Society’s Quit Smoking Program This program is four FREE one-hour sessions. All of the methods and activities contain the most effective elements for success. The single most important element is You - and your dedication to ﬁght the addiction to nicotine that makes you want to smoke. Freshstart can be your start to a new life without cigarettes!

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Family almost had two born first RICHMOND, Ind. – Seven years ago, Brittany Lynch just missed having the first Reid baby of 2008 with the birth of her oldest son, born on New Year’s Day but arriving as the second child that year. Though a day past the holiday, her third son – born at 8:24 a.m. Jan. 2 – became the first baby born at Reid for 2015. Lynch said she wasn’t out either time to have the first newborn, though she was happy to celebrate the honor with the new arrival, Liam Aaron Michael Lynch. “His due date was Jan. 2,” she said, so she wasn’t expecting to be first this time. Her oldest, Michael-Allen Lynch, just celebrated his birthday on the first. Lynch said he was quite happy that his new brother was going to have a different birthday. Liam weighed six pounds, 11 ounces, and was 18.5 inches long. He was born just a few hours after Mom’s arrival early Friday morning. Besides MichaelAllen, Liam will also be welcomed to their home in Richmond by a two-

year-old brother, Adrian McGrady Jr., though Lynch said she wasn’t sure just how much the toddler understood yet about getting another

brother. With two older brothers, she said, smiling: Liam “is going to have to learn to be tough really quickly.”

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