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Council votes down motion to waive Erwin Bros. agreement RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Greenville City Council members held a vote at its Jan. 17 meeting on the Erwin Brothers’ EB Fuel Center pre-annexation agreement and the result means the city has not changed its stance. The city and Erwin Brothers have been at an impasse the past couple months over the language of a pre-annexation agreement requiring the business to adhere to zoning requirements if the property is annexed into the city. The zoning requirements could include road expansion, sidewalks, curbs, street lighting, etc. The Ohio Department of Transportation’s new building, located directly across the street from the EB Fuel Center, was excluded from many of the same requirements in the county’s preannexation agreement with the city. The city requires a signed agreement before sewer and water services are extended to the fuel center. Without sewer and water the business cannot open. In the ﬁnal minutes of the meeting when council persons have an opportunity to voice their opinion on any subject, Councilman Leon Rogers went on the record with his support of bringing this issue to a conclusion. “We’ve come to a place when we will need to move the football down the road,” said Rogers. He went on to make a motion to waive the pre-annexation agreement and provide services to the Erwin Brothers. Other council persons

immediately became concerned with the motion, suggesting there could be big legal issues and council would be setting a precedent that would be hard to overcome. Councilman Doug Schmidt said he would love to see this move forward, but believes council should dig into this a little deeper before making a decision. Rogers responded, “How much deeper do we need to dig. We’ve hashed this out over and over and have come to no agreement.” Councilman Tracy Tryon added, “What you’re asking for is setting a precedent that we will pay for forever.” When the vote was taken, only Rogers voted in favor of waiving the pre-annexation agreement. Voting against the motion were council persons Schmidt, Tryon, Dori Howdieshell, John Hensley, Clarence Godwin and Todd Oliver. In other business, council approved its appropriation ordinance for 2017. The ordinance provides the city with the necessary funds to run the city throughout the year. The General Fund comprises a little over $8 million and there is approximately $13 million in Enterprise Funds for a total budget of $21,030,591. General Fund revenue comes from real estate, income, and lodging taxes, local government funds and a variety of other fees and taxes. Enterprise Fund revenue comes from sewer and water fees, gas tax, license fees and several other fees. Monies from the Enterprise Fund can only be applied to certain projects, which mostly include infrastructure improvements.

United Way taking applications for 2017 GREENVILLE – The Darke County United Way recently announced that applications for 2017 funding are currently available. There are two types of funding applications, Partner Program and the Community Fund. Applicants for both funds are reviewed by the local, volunteer board of directors and a team of community volunteers through a process meeting professional standards for nonprofit management practices, financial management, and service provision. To apply your organization must be a 501c3 health and human service non-profit in establishment for at least one year serving Darke County. The Partner Program Grant is for agencies requesting $5,000 or more from the Darke County United Way. Partner Program Grants are reserved

for agencies working in the areas of health, education, and income stability. Applications for the Partner Program Grant are due to the Darke County United Way office by March 17, at noon. The Community Fund Grant is for agencies requesting $5,000 or less from the Darke County United Way. Community Fund Grants are open to any 501c3 agency serving Darke County. Priority will be given to agencies working in the health and human service field. There is no specific deadline for the Community Fund. Applications will be received year-round and voted on by the Board of Directors. Applications are available by contacting the Darke County United Way Office at 207 E. Fourth Street, PO Box 716, Greenville, OH or (937) 547-1272.

Franklin Monroe students and parents waited in line for over four hours to have the opportunity to witness the inauguration of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States.

FM students see history with inauguration trip RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

PITSBURG – It is a oncein-a-lifetime opportunity for many of the 41 Franklin Monroe (FM) students and parents. FM loaded up a charter bus on Jan. 17 with a course set for Washington, DC and the inauguration of the 45th president of the United States of America. Rick Ingold, government/ history teacher for Franklin Monroe, said he had this trip planned long before the Democrat and Republican Parties knew who their nominee would be, let alone who would be taking the oath of ofﬁce.

Ingold has been taking sophomore students to Washington, DC for the past seven years and during last year’s trip their tour guide suggested he put together a trip to the inauguration. “We have a really great tour guide and kicked around some ideas of doing different trips. This one came up last year when we were in Washington, DC.” He said he came back and ran the idea past the principal and superintendent and they got behind him when he presented it to the board of education. This was not only a first for his students, it was also a first for the FM teacher. “This will be my first time

(to see an inauguration). It will certainly be a spectacle.” Even with the talk of protests and disruptions by many groups in opposition to Donald Trump, Ingold was convinced the students and parents traveling to the inauguration would be safe. “With the way things are these days, you’re just as likely to see problems when you go to Dayton or Beavercreek to the mall.” The inauguration wasn’t the only activity on the agenda for the 30 students and 11 adults. They started their trip in Philadelphia and a visit to the Franklin Institute, toured the Eastern State Penitentiary,

spent time at the National Constitution Center and enjoyed a candlelight ghost tour of Philadelphia. Thursday’s events included a visit to the Liberty Bell, Franklin Court, Carpenter’s Hall in Philadelphia and they traveled to Baltimore, Md. where they witnessed a Flag Ceremony at Fort McHenry. The inauguration started early for the FM contingent on Friday when they left their hotels at 5 a.m. to be in place in time for the inauguration at noon. Before heading home on Saturday, they visited the National Aquarium in Baltimore.

Historic paintings ﬁnd their new home SUSAN HARTLEY

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GREENVILLE – After spending the past couple months being restored in Columbus, historic artwork from the former Greenville Junior High is back in town. This week, workers with Rubles Painting and Rental spent a couple evenings hanging three pieces of artwork on the main stairway landing at Greenville High School. Principal Jeff Cassell is pleased the artwork is now calling the high school home. “They are just priceless in terms of their historical signiﬁcance to Greenville and the quality of artwork that’s there,” Cassell said Thursday of the 1930s-era paintings. The location in the main stairway landing, Cassell said, is a perfect spot for the painting, which are covered with plexi-glass. “They look fabulous. They’re in a central place where people can see them when they visit the high school and the student body will see them as they go to class every day. And the area’s great because there’s no direct sunlight.” David Terry Fine Art

GHS Principal Jeff Cassell says he’s pleased with the newly restored junior high paintings now on display in the main stairway landing at the high school. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

in Columbus was hired by the school district to complete the restoration of the paintings, which depict historic happenings taking place in and around Greenville - including the signing of the Treaty of Green Ville. Restoring and moving the paintings cost the district $12,741. Preservationists came from Columbus last July to review the paintings, which were completed in the 1930s as part of the Works Project Administration (WPA) Federal Art Program. The artist, E. Paul

Wilhelm, was an instructor at the Dayton Art Institute. The school district’s four WPA paintings were originally on display in what was then the Greenville High School in honor of the 150th anniversary of the Opening of the Northwest Territories in September 1938. The building then became the district’s junior high school. Also ﬁnding a new home at the high school will be two painted maps, which also hung in the former junior high. According to Cassell, the

maps of the city of Greenville and also of Darke County were completed around the 1940s. “There’s certain buildings on there that were there in the 40s but not in the 1950s,” he said. The county map shows what was formerly called German Township. The name was changed to Liberty Township following the United States’ war with Germany, Cassell said. “It’s good for the kids to see those, to see how Greenville and Darke County have developed and grown.”

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GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT

Police nab several with outstanding warrants Grand Jury hands

WANTED PERSONS On Jan. 11, Victoria Hobbs was located in the 700 block of Martin Street and was arrested for an outstanding warrant from Miami County for failure to register as a sex offender. On Jan. 12, Mariah Kobus was arrested in the 300 block of Wayne Avenue for an outstanding warrant from Miami County and a felony warrant from Mercer County,. She was transported and released to a Mercer County Sheriff’s deputy. On Jan. 14 an ofﬁcer stopped a vehicle for no rear license plate light. The driver Eami Mustafa was found to have an outstanding warrant from the Miamisburg Police Department for failure to appear for trial for driving under suspension. Mustafa was transported to Phillipsburg where he was released to a Miami Township Police ofﬁcer. Mustafa was cited for driving under suspension. On Jan. 17 Tyler Jett

was arrested in the 200 block of Wagner Avenue reference to an outstanding warrant from Wayne county, Ind. On Jan. 14 police received a report that suspect Adam Payne was in Greenville. When officers located Payne, he gave officers his Social Security number and it was confirmed he had an active bench warrant out of the Greenville PD for failing to report to the probation department on a charge of a DUI violation. Payne was placed under arrest and transported to the Darke County Jail, where he was incarcerated with no bond. On Jan. 18 an officer was dispatched to the 600 block of East Third Street on a report of suspect Gage Bradburn located inside a residence. Bradburn had three active warrants through Greenville Police Department for possession of drug abuse instruments, a CPO violation and a driving under suspension. The person making

the complaint was able to get Bradburn to walk outside of the residence where police placed him under arrest and transported him to the Darke County Jail where he was incarcerated and held on $12,325 bond. DUI On Jan. 13 an officer stopped a vehicle for making a left turn onto South Chippewa Drive, where there is a marked prohibited left turn sign. The officer identified the driver as Kevin Sabroff. Sabroff only rolled the window down about four inches for the officer to speak with him, but the officer still detected a strong odor of alcohol coming from inside the vehicle. Sabroff said he was picking up his friend from the VFW and taking him home. He also told the officer he did not have anything to drink. While speaking with Sabroff, the officer noticed he had glassy bloodshot eyes, so asked him to step outside the vehicle. Again the officer noticed a strong odor of alcoholic beverage about Sabroff

and it became stronger as he spoke. The ofﬁcer conducted some sobriety tests, on which Sabroff did poorly. During the tests Sabroff admitted to having one beer and said he had taken some painkillers approximately 30 minutes prior. He was arrested for OVI, refused to take a breath test and was placed under an administrative license suspension. he was charged with OVI and an illegal turn. He was released to the owner of the vehicle. EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved. Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see. The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

ROSSBURG – The Darke County Pheasants Forever (PF) chapter will be holding its 17th annual banquet on Feb. 25, at the Eldora Ballroom (at Eldora Speedway) starting at 5 p.m. There will be a meal served, open bar, and loads of prizes, prints, ﬁrearms, hunt packages, sporting goods, gift certificates, decorations, ladies items, and much more. The feature auction item is an original “Mail Pouch Tobacco” advertisement painting on barn siding panels measuring 8’ tall x 16’ long. Original artist Harley Warrick worked for the Helme Tobacco Co. traveling all over Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Indian, Virginia and Maryland painting barns. Don’t miss the opportunity to buy this incredible piece of American history. Visit the Darke County Pheasants Forever Facebook page for details and pictures. Darke County Pheasants Forever is a chapter of the national non-proﬁt organization, Pheasants Forever. As a local chapter, all funds that are raised stay with the Darke County Chapter excluding membership. Chapter leaders distribute these funds for wildlife habitat improvement projects, wildlife education, youth events, and other wildlife habitat concerns. This is an excellent way to work with local farmers and landowners on habitat projects in our immediate

area. The banquet is the single most important fund-raising event during the year. Everyone concerned with local ring-necked pheasants and wildlife populations in general is encouraged to attend. There will be good food, good prizes, and fun for everyone. The ticket price for a membership dinner is $60. This includes a one-year membership to Pheasants Forever. A spouse dinner is $25, and a Ringneck dinner (ages 16 and under) is $10, which includes a “Ringnecks” membership. Presale cups ﬁlled with $100 of “Pheasant Bucks” (play money) are being sold for $50 per cup (no limit); ask seller for details. Registration forms can be picked up at Greenville ACE Hardware or from members of the banquet committee. Registration is presale only and the deadline is Feb. 18. The registration and sponsor form can be downloaded from our website at: http://www.darkecountypf675.org/events/6782017-annual-fundraising-banquet/. Get registered by Jan. 31 and you will be entered into the “Early Bird” drawing for a Henry Goldenboy .22 or Winchester Super X Pump 12ga (choice). Registrations must be received or post marked by Jan. 31. For questions or more information, call (937) 417-4035.

Nealeigh will speak to PERI in February Pheasants Forever plan 2017 banquet GREENVILLE – Nikki Nealeigh, Community Services Representative with the Village Green Health Campus, will be the guest speaker at the Public Employee Retirees, Inc. (PERI) Luncheon meeting on Feb. 6, at the VFW on Ohio Street, Greenville. The meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. and is open to anyone who has retired under the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System – better known as OPERS. Nonmembers of PERI must have their reservations into Vivian Nieport, attendance and contact chairman, by calling 5483961 no later than Feb. 1. The PERI calling committee will contact all PERI members. Although Nealeigh holds a Masters Degree in Sociology from the University of Cincinnati, her credentials do not end with her academic background. Not only was she the original director of Main Street Greenville, but she was also responsible for opening the KitchenAid Experi-

ence, which has become a popular tourist attraction that continues to draw visitors from near and far. Currently, in her new position with the Village Green, she has the opportunity to take her skills to a new level. Planning to describe the different types of long-term care that are available to people as they age, she said she will also explain the differences in independent living, assisted living and a nursing home/health campus. More importantly, she said she will describe the various ways to pay for long term care, which can help mitigate the ﬁnancial hardships that many family care givers face as they struggle to provide for their loved ones. She hopes to help lighten their burden by informing them of ﬁnancial assistance programs that they might not know are available to them. Nealeigh lives in Greenville with her husband Dustin and two sons, Max (17) and Hayden (13).

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GREENVILLE – R. Kelly Ormsby, III, prosecuting attorney for Darke County, released the following report on Grand Jury activity recently conducted by the Prosecuting Attorney’s office. Gabe P. Ferguson, Bradford – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Heroin based upon an investigation by the Miami County Sheriff’s Office. Tammie L. Abernathy, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Theft of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. Michael J. Staley, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Illegal Cultivation of Marijuana based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Michelle R. Caulfield, Piqua – Indicted on a charge of two counts of Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs and one count of Aggravated Possession of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Ronald G. Cook, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of two counts of Trafficking in Marijuana based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Kimberly A. Drews, Union City – Indicted on a charge of four counts of Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Brent M. Obringer, Coldwater – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Heroin based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Brandon J. Powell, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of three counts of Grand Theft (Firearms) based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Justin C. Powell, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of three counts of Grand Theft (Firearms) based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Christina M. Neels, New Weston – Indicted on a charge of Aggravated Possession of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Wanda L. Lacey, Wayne Lakes – Indicted on a charge of Theft in Office based upon an investigation by the Ohio State Auditor’s Office. Nevin T. Benedict, Versailles – Indicted on a charge of two counts of Aggravated Vehicular Assault and Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Dillion J. A. Stamper, Arcanum – Indicted on a charge of Felonious Assault and Aggravated Assault based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Scott C. Sheffer, New Madison – Indicted on a charge of Domestic Violence based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Jamie Menger, Wayne Lakes – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Cocaine based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Andrew T. Day, Ridgeville, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Union City, Ohio Police Department. Teara L. Lowrance, Ridgeville, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Attempted Tampering with Evidence, Possession of Heroin and Possession of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Union City, Ohio Police Department. Donald E. Brehm, Piqua – Indicted on a charge of Theft based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department.

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CHURCH & SOCIAL

Bey named Versailles Citizen of the Year

Darke County Center for the Arts will present We Banjo 3, a band from Galway, Ireland that plays a blend of traditional Irish, old time, and bluegrass music.

We Banjo 3 hosted by DCCA in Greenville GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darke County Center for the Arts will present We Banjo 3, a band from Galway, Ireland that plays a blend of traditional Irish, old time, and bluegrass music, on Feb. 4 at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville. According to DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins, members of the band have won numerous awards in their native country, including eleven All-Ireland titles on the banjo plus an All-Ireland champ on both ďŹ ddle and bodhran. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We Banjo 3 combine amazing musical skill with joyful energy to engage everyone who enjoys acoustic music of any kind,â&#x20AC;? Rawlins explained. Consisting of two sets of brothers, the band includes Enda Scahill and Martin Howley on banjo, mandolin, and tenor guitar, Fergal Scahill on ďŹ ddle, guitar, and bodhran, and David Howley playing banjo and guitar and adding vocals. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Martin Howley is the ďŹ rst Irish banjo player to play at the Grand

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Kinley Post

Name: Kinley Renee Post Age: 3 Years Birthday: Jan. 22 Parents: Heinrick & Jessica (Cohn-Robbins) Post, Greenville Maternal Grandparents: Tammy & Jeff Wolf, Whitehouse, OH, and Jeff & Nicole Robbins, Greenville Paternal Grandparents: Dan & Heidi Linebaugh, Union City, OH, and Henry Post Greenville Maternal Great Grandparents: Terry & Marilyn Holman, Greenville, Richard Robbins, Greenville, and Mike & Shirley May, Willshire, OH Paternal Great Grandparents: Ruby Bartos, Eldorado, and Nancy Linebaugh, Union City, OH

Ole Opry, Enda Scahill is known world-wide as a banjo wizard, Fergal Scahill is one of the most renowned ďŹ ddlers in Irish music, and David Howley is quite simply a hugely talented singer and multiinstrumentalist,â&#x20AC;? Rawlins stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are breakout stars wherever they play, and wowed crowds at Daytonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Irish Festival last summer with their Americana meets traditional Irish sound that they call Celtgrass,â&#x20AC;? he concluded. Sponsors for the concert by We Banjo 3 are Second National Bank and The Bistro Off Broadway. This presentation is supported by the Arts Midwest Touring Fund, a program of Arts Midwest that is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, with additional contributions from the Ohio Arts Council and the Crane Group. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives funding from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial, Ketrow Foundation, and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund, as well as DCCA memberships. We Banjo 3 will also perform for high school students in all local public schools Jan. 30 through Feb. 2 as part of DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arts in Education program; these performances are free and open to the public. Tickets for the Feb. 4 concert cost $20 for adults; students will be admitted for half price. To reserve tickets, contact DCCA at (937) 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts. net; tickets may be purchased at DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce located within Greenville Public Library as well as online at www.CenterForArts.net. Remaining tickets will also be available at the door prior to the performance which begins at 8 p.m.

GHS Class of 1955 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville High School Class of 1955 will hold its monthly luncheon on Jan. 26, noon, at the Treat City CafĂŠ inside the Greenville Inn, 851 Martin St. For more information, contact Georgeanna, 548-1456.

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VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce has named Jerome F. Bey, Jr., their 2017 Citizen of the Year. Bey is a lifelong resident of Versailles, where he attended St. Denis Catholic School and Versailles High School. Upon his 1970 graduation he enlisted in the United States Navy. From 1970 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1974 most of his time was spent serving on the Guided Missile Escort Ship, U.S.S. Julius A. Furer. He served three Mediterranean tours, one NATO tour of duty, and received an Honorable Discharge in 1974. Bey has devoted much of his community service through his 40-year membership with the Versailles American Legion Post #435, having served as commander, and a present day trustee. Through the American Legion, Bey serves as a member of the Honor Guard for military funerals, football games, and veteran assemblies. For the past 15 years he served as Master of Cer-

emonies each Memorial Day and coordinated the villagesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; annual Easter Egg Hunt. Beyond Jerryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s military afďŹ liation he graduated from the Darke County Leadership Program and served many years mentoring Versailles youths as a Cub Scout Den Leader and assistant scoutmaster. When the Versailles Swimming Pool required renovation of its gutter system, plumbing and roof, Bey co-chaired the project with the fundraising, implementation and its completion. Bey continued to put his talents and spirit of civic responsibility to good use when he served for 10 years on the Poultry Days Committee. After eight years he became the 1997 Poultry Days Chairman and served his ďŹ nal year as past chairman. He has also volunteered at the school working in set design for high school musicals, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grease,â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Peter Panâ&#x20AC;? andâ&#x20AC;? Singing in the Rain.â&#x20AC;? Since his recent re-

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tirement, Bey serves a weekday Mass and assists with funeral Masses at St. Denis Church and has found time for a part time job at Ace Hardware of Versailles. He has served two terms (four years) on the Versailles Development Association, which is now known as the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce.

Bey and his wife Bonita have been married for 46 years, have six children and their spouses: Jerry and Sundra, A.J. and Cindy, Lisa and Chris Heid, Sandy and Mark Buynak, Benjamin and Emily and Antony who is in the United States Navy, and 18 grandchildren. Bey will be honored at the VACC annual banquet on Jan. 30 at the Riviera Room of the Stillwater Valley Golf Course. The banquet will also include the presentation of the People â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pride â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Progress Award to the Versailles Towne & Country Players theater group. The banquet is open to the public and is a great social mixer for community business members and residents. Those wishing to attend the banquet may contact Fred Poeppelman at (937) 417-4752 (call or text) no later than Jan. 26. Banquet dinner tickets are $20 per person. A cash bar will open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner served at 6:15 p.m.

Worch has full line-up of adult programs VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Worch Memorial Public Library has a wide variety of adult activities scheduled for the month of February. Make sure to check out the full list of activities on the library website at www.worch.lib.oh.us. On Feb. 2, 7 p.m., is Social Graces Distressing Techniques program by Lisa Hedrick, owner of Social Graces. Come in

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Hayden Wuebker

Name: Hayden Andrew Wuebker Age: 2 Years Birthday: Jan. 23 Parents: Kevin & Holly (Post) Wuebker, Ft. Recovery Maternal Grandparents: Daniel & Heidi Linebaugh, Union City, OH and Henry Post, Greenville Paternal Grandparents: Sharon & the late Roger Wuebker, St. Henry Maternal Great Grandparents: Ruby Bartos, Eldorado, and Nancy Linebaugh, Union City, OH Paternal Great Grandparents: Delores Wuebker, St. Henry, and Alvira Kaiser, Ft. Recovery

and learn how to distress items to get that perfectly time-worn look. Bring your own item in and let Lisa guide you on using the distressing techniques to get the look you want. Knitting Circle is on Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. Attend this program to knit with friends, learn new knitting techniques or to help the inexperienced knitters. On Feb. 16, noon, the Lunch Bunch Book Club meets. This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book is An Invisible Thread by Laura Schroff. At 6 p.m. the Book End Book Club meets and they will be discussing the book Save Me by Lisa Scottoline. On Feb. 23, Color Crush Adult Coloring Club will be meeting at 6 p.m. to unwind with a favorite childhood activity and create a beautiful work of art in the process. Bring your friends out and join in the fun at the library. Also kicking off on

Kremer is turning 90 VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The family of Betty Kremer is excited about hosting an Open House for Bettyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 90th birthday on Sunday, Jan. 29, 2-4 p.m., in the Father Jaekle Room at the K of C Hall, 8440 State Route 47 West, Versailles. Please come and celebrate and wish Betty a Happy 90th birthday. They are also having a birthday card shower for her. Please send a birthday card to Betty Kremer at 5 Euclid Street, Versailles, Ohio 45380.

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Thornhill earns Eagle Award BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Ryan Wintrow switches gears and look to fulﬁll childhood dream of joining the FBI. (Clinton Randall photo)

Young entrepreneur looks to fulﬁll childhood dream BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – After owning and operating his local video game store for over two years, 19-yearold Ryan Wintrow has decided to make a change in his career path. While only a junior at Greenville High School, Wintrow opened Go Go Gamers in October 2014. As his gaming and cell phone repair business grew, he relocated from the small store location near Broadway to its current larger space at 533 Wagner Ave. in Greenville. Recently, he even expanded the business and opened a second location at 218 N. Columbia St. in Union City, Ind. Though he has had much success running a small business, Wintrow says he is ready to fol-

Hull Brothers open house FT. RECOVERY – The Hull Brothers, an implement and equipment dealership at 520 East Boundary St., Ft, Recovery, will host an open house on Jan. 25-28 during regular business hours. This date is a change from previous years. Visit them to learn the latest on Case IH and Kubota equipment. Plus, you can learn more about their lawn and garden tractors and equipment from Cub Cadet, Grasshopper, Kubota, Toro and more. Watch their website, www.hullbros.com for sales that will be available during the open house. You can also follow Hull Brothers on Facebook. For more information, call (419) 375-2827.

low his childhood dream of becoming involved in law enforcement. He soon plans to take courses in criminology that will ready him for his future goal of being a part of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. “I want to get into the FBI,” Wintrow told The Early Bird. “Since I was a kid, I always wanted to be a cop and now I am ready to follow that dream.” Wintrow says he will definitely miss being at the store and all the great people he has formed relationships over the last couple years, but just feels it is time to move on. “I have learned more in the last two years of running the business than I would at any four-year college,” Wintrow noted. “This has been an experience I will definitely be able to take with me for the rest of my life.” Recently, Wintrow publicly announced that he has made a deal with a buyer that will take over the business at the beginning of February. Though their will be new ownership, the Greenville store will remain open, as will the new Union City location. “I am glad I was able to work out a deal to keep the store open in the community,” Wintrow added. “I would like to see everyone support the new owner just as much as they supported me along the way.” Wintrow says he will remain part of the business, remotely handling some of the financial responsibilities and other paperwork. Keep updated with both store locations by searching Go Go Gamers on Facebook.

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ANSONIA – Brandon Thornhill of Ansonia was presented his Eagle Scout Award during a ceremony held Saturday, Jan. 14, at Ansonia UMC. A Scout since he was a ﬁrst-grader, Thornhill, now 18, is a senior at Ansonia High School and is a member of Troop 114. Thornhill’s project was putting metal siding on two storage sheds located behind the Ansonia American Legion Post 353. Thornhill said he chose the siding project when Post members came to his scout troop to see if anyone wanted to complete the siding work in order to earn their Eagle. “I had some experience with my dad at home,” Thornhill said of undertaking such a project. After completing all the necessary paperwork to be approved by scout ofﬁcials, Thornhill began the actual

work on the project last summer, working through June, July and August. “I received help from some of my troop members and family,” Thornhill said. Figuring out how to put the siding up around the shed doors, Thornhill said, was his biggest challenge. “My Scoutmaster Dave Staver had a good idea on how to solve the door problem,” Thornhill said. Not only did Thornhill learn how to install siding, he learned some other valuable lessons while working toward his Eagle. “Mostly how to do community service,” he said. Thornhill, who ran cross-country his senior year, also was active with Ansonia baseball in grades 9, 10 and 11. He’s been a member of the Ansonia FFA all four years of high school and works at the Cooper Farms’ Spring Meadow location in Rossburg. He plans to study ani-

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“I did some animation in art class and thought it would be fun to go into,” Thornhill said.

DCCA hosts concert at Wayne Trail House ARCANUM – Darke County Center for the Arts will present award-winning singer/guitarist John Latini in concert on Feb. 9 at Arcanum Historical Society’s Wayne Trail House; the show, one of DCCA’s Coffeehouse Series presentations, starts at 7 p.m. According to DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins, Latini is a three-time winner at the Detroit Blues Challenge. “However, John’s eclectic music is not limited to the blues; he kind of deﬁes classiﬁcation, except for being really, really good at what he does,” Rawlins stated. DCCA’s Coffeehouse presentations offer high-quality artists performing in an intimate social atmosphere

where food and drink are also available. “Our Coffeehouse shows provide the opportunity to relax and enjoy close-up and personal interaction with the performer, as well as to visit with old friends and meet new ones,” said Andrea Jordan, DCCA Executive Director. “And John Latini is a perfect ﬁt in this setting, as he is as delightful and entertaining in conversation as he is in performance. His wit and good humor will inspire smiles and lift spirits, as will his clever, literate songs and hard-driving guitar,” she concluded. DCCA’s Coffeehouse Series is sponsored by The Andersons, Inc., EB Real Estate, Julie and Tom Graber,

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Eileen and Steve Litchﬁeld, and Rodney Oda. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excel-

lence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund. Tickets for the John Latini concert cost $10, and can be reserved by contacting DCCA at (937) 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts.net, or purchased at DCCA’s ofﬁce located within Greenville Public Library or online at www.CenterForArts.net, as well as at the Ben Franklin store in Arcanum. If any remain by show time, tickets will also be available at the door.

Midmark product wins international award DAYTON – Midmark Corp. “Midmark”, a leading medical solutions provider for ambulatory care, recently announced that its Synthesis™ Casework Collection, a durable clinical storage solution designed to address the diverse storage requirements and demands of medical facilities and environments, earned the internationally renowned GOOD DESIGN™ Award from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design. Selected as a winner in the medical category for innovative and cutting-edge design, the Synthesis Casework is designed to help

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Ag leadership, advocacy training program COLUMBUS – The leadership and advocacy development program AgriPOWER is now accepting applications for participation. The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation’s AgriPOWER Class IX will include 20 individuals who are committed to improving their understanding of important issues and are willing to develop skills to become effective advocates for the farm and food community. Applications are due April 17. The AgriPOWER program consists of seven multiday institute sessions across 17 days between July 2017 and March 2018. Two sessions will be held out of state including one in Washington, D.C. Participants will experience a personal strengths assessment, communications training and various levels of leadership development. Subjects to be explored include local, state and national government and politics, farm and food policy issues, understand-

ing activists and advocacy, the role of farm organizations, economic issues, food production systems, traditional and social media, and more. Ohio Farm Bureau offers a limited number of scholarships to help defray the $4,500 per person tuition fee. There also is a $400 deposit, which is refunded based on attendance and completion of the program. County Farm Bureaus are encouraged to consider nominating applicants. Other farm organizations or employers may also help with an individual’s tuition. To learn more about the program, see speciﬁc session dates, read about past participants’ experiences and complete an application, visit ofbf.org/agripower. Ohio Farm Bureau is the state’s largest and most inclusive farm and food organization. One of its highest priorities is to help develop exceptional community leaders.

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ON YOUR MIND

Flu now widespread across the state

COLUMBUS – Influenza-like illness is now widespread throughout Ohio for the first time this flu season, and the number of associated hospitalizations are rising. The first week of January, there were 287 new confirmed flu-associated hospitalizations in Ohio compared to 157 the week before. There have been 654 total flu-associated hospitalizations since flu season began last October. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), flu activity is on the rise across the country and this trend is expected to continue for at least several more weeks. Flu season in Ohio generally lasts from October to May, with flu-associated hospitalizations typically peaking between December and February. The 2015-16 flu season a year ago started a bit later and flu-associated hospitalizations did not peak until early March. There were 3,691 total fluassociated hospitalizations during last year’s flu season. “Influenza vaccination is the safest and most effective way to prevent the flu, except for infants younger than six-month old who aren’t eligible to receive it,” said Sietske de Fijter, chief of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases and state epidemiologist for the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). “Vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits and missed work and school.” While vaccination provides the greatest protection against the flu, other effective ways to avoid getting or spreading it include: washing hands frequently or using alcohol-based hand sanitizer; covering coughs and sneezes with tissues, or coughing or sneezing into elbows; avoiding touching eyes, nose and mouth; and

staying home when sick and until fever-free for 24 hours without using feverreducing medication. Symptoms of influenza can include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Flu vaccination is available at most healthcare providers’ offices, local health departments and retail pharmacies. “There are no flu vaccine shortages across Ohio,” de Fijter said. “The short time it will take to get a flu vaccine is much less than the time it will take you to recover from the flu.” CDC recommends that clinicians administer one of two prescription antiviral drugs as a second line of defense as soon as possible to patients with confirmed or suspected influenza who are hospitalized, have severe illness, or may be at higher risk for flu complications. Patients who could benefit from them include children younger than 2 years old; adults 65 and older; people with chronic medical conditions including asthma, heart disease, or weakened immune systems; pregnant women; American Indians/ Alaska Natives; and people who are morbidly obese. “These antiviral medications can reduce the severity of the flu and prevent serious flu complications,” de Fijter said. “They work best when started within two days of getting sick.” Adult flu-associated deaths are not reportable to ODH so these statistics are not available. Flu-associated pediatric deaths are reportable, but there have been no such deaths reported in Ohio so far this flu season. More information about influenza and flu activity in Ohio is available at www. flu.ohio.gov.

COLUMBUS - On Dec. 6, the Ohio Senate approved legislation, sponsored by State Senator Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City), aimed at reforming statutes on nuisance, dangerous and vicious dogs. “Passage of the Klonda Richey Act in the Ohio Senate should be encouraging news for those who are concerned for the safety of themselves or their loved ones because of potentially dangerous dogs in their communities,” said Beagle. Following a string of tragic incidents in the Dayton area and across Ohio involving vicious dogs, Senator Bill Beagle introduced a bill seeking to close legal loopholes preventing owners of dangerous dogs from being held accountable for damages their animals may cause. Named after a Dayton woman who was tragically mauled by her neighbor’s dog in February 2014, the “Klonda Richey Act” seeks to prevent future attacks and to hold animal owners accountable. Before she was attacked outside her home in February 2014, Klonda Richey made more than a dozen phone calls

to local authorities over several months regarding the threatening behaviors of her neighbor’s dogs and the lack of care the animals were receiving. “The system failed Klonda Richey,” said Beagle. “We all agree that there are ways to improve the law and to hold owners of dangerous dogs accountable.” The legislation was drafted in consultation with a diverse group of subject matter experts. Existing penalties do not correspond with the severity of offenses. Animal control experts describe the current law as “one free growl, one free bite, and one free kill.” Senator Beagle’s bill equips local authorities to address problem dogs and their owners without punishing those that are not a serious threat. Provisions in the Klonda Richey Act include: * Creating an overall penalty structure for nuisance, dangerous and vicious dogs including clear penalties for seriously injuring or killing a person or companion animal. Includes the permission for dogs to be humanely destroyed when they kill a

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I’m usually pretty easy going. I prefer to ﬁnd the humor in life rather than dwell on the negative. I would rather laugh than have the vein in my forehead start throbbing and my face turn red out of anger (but I do live with three opinionated girls and I hate mornings – so it happens sometimes). I also would love for life to go exactly as I want it to go; no hidden surprises, equipment would not fail and unexpected expenses would be a foreign term. I guess if the last sentence didn’t happen

there would be no need for me to search for the positive or the humor. Lately, I’ve been pulling my hair out over one of those surprises that prevent complacency from setting in. It’s one of those things that isn’t a huge deal, but it’s big enough to minimally disrupt our lives. I guess it would fall in the annoyance category. However, if we would have waited until the end of the school year for this to come to light, it would have graduated to either the disturbance or panic stricken categories. I guess I should explain what I’m talking about so you’ll quit thinking to yourself, “What is he talking about?” As many of you already know, my oldest daughter has excelled as a shot put

thrower (it’s a track & field thing). As my wife and I look back on her career, we can thank her junior high coach for telling her not to come back to pole vault practice and sending her to the shot put ring. She begrudgingly left her dream of soaring to new heights to throw a little metal ball. She has since thrown the little metal ball thousands of times, set a new school record as a freshman and continued to improve on that record each year, competed in the state track tournament and has an opportunity to continue at the college level where they give you money toward your education to throw the little metal ball. Tiffin University, an NCAA D-2 school, offered her a scholarship and she accepted. Here is where I’m pulling my hair out. The NCAA has specific requirements for Division 1 and 2 athletes. You could have more than enough credits in all core classes to graduate from high school, but not have enough credits to compete as a freshman in the NCAA. She has been taking classes at a community college the past couple of years through College Credit Plus (CCP), but they don’t count toward the credits a student athlete needs for the NCAA. Here is where I start a public service announcement. If you think your son or daughter will have opportunity to compete as

Ohio Senate passes Klonda Richey Act person, companion animal or seriously injure a person *Extending the amount of time felons cannot own dogs from 3 to 5 years. * Clarifying that dog wardens have arresting authority *Requiring an investigation or follow up on every call to a dog warden * Requiring owners to respond to warnings or postings on the dwelling about their dogs within a deﬁned amount of time. * Allowing witnesses to provide notarized afﬁdavits (current codes do not allow a dog warden to cite

owners unless they’re a witness to the incident) * Changing ‘provocation’ to an afﬁrmative defense, instead of being an element of the offense * Creating a penalty for noncompliance on requirements for transferring a dangerous dog * Requiring each dog designated as “dangerous” be registered, with their information ﬁled in a database that is updated annually The legislation now goes to the House of Representatives for further consideration.

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OBITUARIES

MILLER – Nancy J. Miller, 70, of Arcanum, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017 at Park-

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SIPPLE – Marilyn O. Sipple, 81, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017. A service was held Friday, Jan. 20, 2017 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Ft. Jefferson. LORTON – Richard “Dick” Lorton, 88, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service was held Friday, Jan. 20, 2017 at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery. CREMEANS – Melissa (Engelken) Cremeans, 66, of Greenville, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery in Greenville. The family will receive friends on Saturday from

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KRAMER – Deborah Kramer, 64, of Greenville, died Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 23, 2017 at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Family and friends my visit from 10-11 a.m. at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. HEISE – Fern H. Heise, 89, of Greenville and formerly of Pitsburg and Pleasant Hill, died

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Limb pickup in the city GREENVILLE – Due to the recent storms and wind damage, the city of Greenville street department will be performing a city wide limb/brush pick-up. All piles must be free of trash and lumber. Limbs can be no longer than 12-feet in length and no larger than 3-inches in diameter. Please place all piles in the front of property. They will begin collect-

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MVCTC preschool registration to open ENGLEWOOD – Laughter, encouragement, and hands-on exploring is what you will see and hear coming from the preschool at the Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC). This preschool is unique in that junior and senior high school students run it as part of the Early Childhood Education program. The program’s instructors, Connie Marshal and Alicia Newman, educate students on all areas of child development, instructional strategies, and curriculum set forth by the State of Ohio Board of Education. Students apply their knowledge and skills by operating a fully functional preschool for three to five-year-olds. Every day the preschoolers explore and learn through various activities designed and implemented by these bright young educators. The preschool is divided into two different classes, one in the morning, and one in the afternoon. On any given day, you will find children in the preschool actively involved and enjoying learning. “Each morning these

children walk through that door with a smile on their face and an aura of sheer delight to be here and to learn with us and we are honored by that,” said Alicia Newman. Preschool registration for the 2017-2018 school year will open on March 6. Due to high demand, telephone registrations will not be accepted. Interested applicants must register in person on March 6, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the MVCTC, in the Early Childhood program. If you would like to complete a registration packet, it is available to print on www. mvctc.com/preschool, however please note that this does not conﬁrm your child’s registration. Registration will only be conﬁrmed from the EC instructors with proper paperwork and payment. Tuition is $500; see website for more information. For more information on MVCTC’s Early Childhood Education program, visit www.mvctc.com/ec. For more information on the preschool program, visit www.mvctc.com/preschool.

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GREENVILLE – On Jan. 27, the Greenville Public Library will host the Ted Grote Photo Sale and Open House. At this time and for some weeks the late photographer’s many portraits, landscapes, and group photos will be available to the public for a small donation. Ted’s estate gifted the library with his legacy to use as a fundraiser for its beneﬁt. You’ll see his famous green chair that many a child sat in to have his picture taken. Refreshments will be served. Also this year’s Adult Winter Read runs from Jan. 27 to Feb. 24 with weekly prize drawings for

$10 gift cards to local businesses. Two grand prizes of luxurious gift baskets will be awarded at the end. Just pick up the registration slips at the Circulation Desk and read your way to winning.

SIDNEY – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County will be the beneﬁciary of proceeds from the West-Central Ohio Financial Summit to be held April 27 in the Sidney High School auditorium. Legendary coach Lou Holtz will be the featured speaker at the event. “Attendees will be inspired, educated and entertained throughout the evening,” said Jennifer Bruns, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County. The event is sponsored by Eikenberry Retirement

Planning in Sidney. “In addition to being entertained and inspired by Coach Holtz, attendees will also be educated by some of the nation’s top ﬁnancial experts,” said John Eikenberry, president of Eikenberry Retirement Planning. “But don’t worry,” he said, “this is not one of those boring money management events. This is truly an event that combines entertainment with education and inspiration. There is something at this event for everyone.” “Remember,” said Nick Boeckman, CFP© at Eikenberry Retirement

Planning, “100 percent of the proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters locally. Add that to the fact some of the nation’s top financial experts will be on-hand to provide information about retirement planning and money management in ways that educate and inspire, and you have an event everyone should attend.” Tickets for the event are $25 per person with sales from the tickets benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are available online

at www.Ohio2017.com. Additional information is available by calling 800548-6511.

GREENVILLE – Although the deadline to become a 4-H member in Darke County is not until April 1, now is the time to begin thinking about joining a 4-H club. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about the 4-H program in Darke County, plan to attend the 4-H Open House, Feb. 13, from 6:30-8 p.m., at All Seasons Place, Lighthouse Christian Center, 5256 Sebring Warner Road, Greenville. Attendees of the open house will have the opportunity to visit club displays and talk to current 4-H members and advisors about what 4-H has to oﬀer. What exactly is 4-H? 4-H is Ohio State University Extension’s non-formal, educational program for youth. Eligibility for 4-H membership begins when a child has reached age ﬁve and is enrolled in kindergarten as of January 1 of the current year (Cloverbud program); participation in the “tra-

ditional” club program begins when a child is eight years of age and enrolled in third grade as of January 1 of the current year. Ohio 4-H membership ends December 31 of the year in which an individual attains the age of 19. Boys and girls enrolled in the 4-H program have educational and fun experiences with their friends at meetings, social activities, tours, 4-H camp and the county fair. They learn by actually doing interesting things, such as taking care of animals, cake decorating, community service

activities, and cleaning up the environment. In 2016, there were 1,143 youth enrolled in the Darke County 4-H Youth Development Program. Nearly 230 adults provided leadership for these youth. 4-H oﬀers over 200 projects in a variety of subject matter. Youth can learn speciﬁc skills such as sewing, cooking, child care, animal care, and gardening, as well as improve their leadership and communication skills. For general information about the Darke County 4-H program, visit the web site at http://

darke.osu.edu. Click on the link for 4-H Youth Development. For additional information about the Ohio 4-H program, visit www.ohio4h.org. To learn about the many projects available in 4-H, visit Project Central at http:// projectcentral.ohio4h. org/. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a member of the Darke County 4-H Youth Development Program, contact OSU Extension, Darke County, 603 Wagner Avenue, Greenville, telephone (937) 5485215.

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GREENVILLE – The 2017-2018 registration forms for kindergarten through eighth grade are now available in the school office. The school office is open Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The deadline for applying for financial aid is Jan. 31. Financial aid forms can be found on the school’s website, stmarysschoolgreenville.org. Ed Choice Scholarships are also available for incoming kindergarten through fourth grade students. Please contact the school office at 548-2345 if you have any questions.

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COVINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Arcanum Lady Trojans seventh and eighth grade teams were both victorious against the Covington Lady Buccs junior high teams. The Lady Trojans seventh grade basketball team battle back from an early 6-2 deďŹ cit and took advantage of a 35-2 scoring run including a stretch of 26 unanswered points to keep its perfect record in tact with a 52-20 win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My girls do not give up,â&#x20AC;? said Arcanum seventh grade Coach Ashley Matheson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They work hard, they play together and we have good ball movement that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see at the seventh grade level.â&#x20AC;? The Lady Buccs held an early 6-2 lead before the teams were even at 7-7 at 2:11 in the ďŹ rst. Covington would not ďŹ nd the basket again until 3:44 in the third period hitting a free throw to make it a 33-8 game. The Lady Trojans made it a 37-8 game with 2:42 showing on the third period clock accounting for the impressive 35-2 scoring run and smothering defense. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Taylor Gray really played well today,â&#x20AC;? noted Matheson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My guards on the wings, Meghan McCans to Hailey Unger to Payton Garbigâ&#x20AC;Ś they will take away that ďŹ rst pass,â&#x20AC;? Matheson stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Madelyn (Fearon) puts a lot of pressure on the ball and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to dish into them and then they take that ďŹ rst pass away. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where we get a lot of our steals.â&#x20AC;? Period No. 3 had the Lady Trojans opening with a 10-0 run to lead 37-7 beCOUPON

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fore a Lady Buccs free throw broke the string of 26 unanswered points. Covington used the ďŹ nal minutes of the third to score an additional eight points giving the local girls their largest quarter of the day with nine points while the Lady Trojans were having its best quarter knocking down 19 points sending the teams to the ďŹ nal quarter of play with Arcanum holding a 46-16 advantage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Erin (Fout) played hard,â&#x20AC;? Matheson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She was getting pushed around and she did not let up. She got a couple of fouls called for that but I told her Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not going to yell at you for that because if somebody is pushing, you better be aggressive back.â&#x20AC;? Arcanum took the ďŹ nal period 6-4 giving the Lady Trojans the win and move to 8-0 on the season. The Arcanum 7th graders have outscored their opponents by a score of 396-134 in eight games for an average of 49.5 point scored per game while giving up 16.75

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12 points, 29-17 midway through period No. 2 only to have the Patriots close out the ďŹ rst half on an 8-2 run to trail the Tigers 3127 at the break. Tri-Village continued to make its presence known cutting Versailles lead to two points in the third period, but it was the Tigers taking the period by a 13-9 score to lead 44-36 going to the ďŹ nal period of play. Both teams saved its best on the offensive end of the court for the ďŹ nal period with the Patriots taking the quarter 20-17 but coming up short with the Versailles Tigers gaining a 6156 non-conference win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had chancesâ&#x20AC;Śwe didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t capitalize,â&#x20AC;? Sagester noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our kids played really, really hard.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tri-village is a good team,â&#x20AC;? said Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take anything away from

them.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Couch kid had a great game tonight,â&#x20AC;? continued Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew that he was going to be a load. We handled the Richards kid for the most part pretty well. We tried to take one of them away. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take both of them, you take away one, you have a better chance of winning the ballgame.â&#x20AC;? Tri-Village made 13-17 free-throws good for 76.5 percent while Versailles struggle at the line shooting 48.1 percent hitting 1327 tosses. The teams matchedup well on the battle of the boards with Versailles pulling down 31 rebounds to 30 for the Patriots. Justin Ahrens led Versailles and all scorers in the game with 26 points. Trace Couch led Tri-Village with a team high 24 points.

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Lady Wave JV basketball team defeated the Covington Lady Buccs 40-36 in a Thursday night game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had a pretty good JV season last year and this is one of the teams we lost to,â&#x20AC;? said Greenville JV Coach Laura Swigart. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had to come back and have a little ďŹ re to play them because we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to lose to them two years in a row.â&#x20AC;? The Lady Wave jumped out to a 4-0 lead including a Haleigh Mayo trey only to have the visitor battle back to take an 11-8 lead after one. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Going into the second quarter we were down and went on a little run at the end of the ďŹ rst half,â&#x20AC;? Swigart said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just focused on one possession at a time.â&#x20AC;? Greenville took period No. 2 by an 11-6 count with Adeline Haupt chipping in six points to give the Lady Wave a 19-17 halftime advantage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is one of the fastest kids on the ďŹ&#x201A;oor any given nightâ&#x20AC;? Swigart said

Adeline Haupt scores two of her 13 Lady Wave JV points in win over Covington (Gaylen Blosser photo)

of Haupt. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She played unbelievable both sides of the ďŹ&#x201A;oor.â&#x20AC;? The GHS girls made it a 30-24 game after three with Haupt pacing GHS with ďŹ ve points and Mayo and Chloe Sowry each drilling a three. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really picked up our defenseâ&#x20AC;Śput pressure and denied the ball,â&#x20AC;? Swigart noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Got a lot of baskets in transition because we stole the ball from them and scored at the other end.â&#x20AC;?

Greenville used the fourth quarter free-throw line to seal the win hitting 8-16 tosses led by Riley Huntâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 3-3 and a basket. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t teach kids resilience, hustle and heart. They deďŹ nitely played with a lot of it today,â&#x20AC;? said Swigart. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They deďŹ nitely made Greenville basketball proud today.â&#x20AC;? Haupt led the Lady Wave with 13 points followed by 11 Mayo points.

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VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Baseball Diamond Club held its 8th Annual Dinner/Auction Saturday at the local K of C Hall hosted by Craig Stammen with a record number in attendance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of funâ&#x20AC;Ś.fun for everybody involved,â&#x20AC;? Stammen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good chance for us to give back to the youth and the community. Help out the athletic facilities, give some scholarships when they go to college and hopefully come back to Versailles and make this community to continue to be what it is.â&#x20AC;? Well over 300 guests attended the annual event with proceeds going to scholarships for Versailles students and projects for the Versailles Tigers baseball team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We love what the baseball team is doing,â&#x20AC;? said Diamond Club President John Kindell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like to get behind them. They have been pretty successful. We love them.â&#x20AC;? The Diamond Club presented ten $1,000 scholarships in 2016 to Versailles students attending four year schools of higher learning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a lot of good parents,â&#x20AC;? Stammen said of the Diamond Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to thank the parents because they are the ones that support this organization, do such a good job showing up every year and having

L-R Craig Stammen, George Foster and Jerod Hoying (Gaylen Blosser photo)

a good time. We love our sportsâ&#x20AC;Śwe love our baseball, so these two things ďŹ t together very well.â&#x20AC;? Headlining the evening was host Craig Stammen, a Versailles native, a former Washington Nationals pitcher soon heading to spring training with the San Diego Padres and Fort Loramie native and current Texas Rangers outďŹ elder Jared Hoying. Former Cincinnati Reds slugger George Foster, a Tuscaloosa, Alabama native who played high school basketball and baseball was also a special guest at the annual Diamond Club dinner. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In high school I played some basketball but mostly baseball,â&#x20AC;? Foster told the Early Bird Newspaper. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Baseball was always the sport I loved to play. Coming from Alabama I heard the name Willie Mays all the time. I wanted to be like him and realized he was a baseball player. My dream was to play major

league baseball and it all came about.â&#x20AC;? Foster led the National League in home runs in 1977 and 1978, and in RBIs in 1976, 1977 and 1978. He won the NLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Valuable Player Award in 177 and a Silver Slugger Award in 1981. Foster was known for using a black bat during his prime. Dayton daily News sportswriter Hal McCoy, a 2015 National Sports Media Hall of Fame inductee is the writer who coined the title â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big Red Machineâ&#x20AC;? while covering the Cincinnati Reds. McCoy began covering the Reds in 1973 for the Dayton paper also was in attendance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Being down in Dayton I read a lot about them (Versailles sports) and the town of Versailles,â&#x20AC;? said McCoy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have come up a couple of years on New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eve for dinner at the Versailles Inn so I know a little bit about the area and I know about the great athletic tradition.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;This dinner that Craig Stammen is putting on is pretty special when you get 300 people from a town this size to come out for an event like this,â&#x20AC;? added McCoy. â&#x20AC;?That says it all.â&#x20AC;? The program included the introduction of the 2016 Versailles varsity baseball team, a team that ďŹ nished the season with a 23-5 record, was MAC Champions, State Regional Champions and played in the State semi-ďŹ nal game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pretty excited to see some of the people that support them every day and have some Hall of Famers like George Foster here, Hal McCoy, even some of the major leaguers are here,â&#x20AC;? Versailles varsity baseball coach Ryan Schlater said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a pretty big event.â&#x20AC;? The three Versailles seniors weighed in on the upcoming 2017 baseball season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to go to the ďŹ -

Courtney Wise becomes Lady Indians all-time scoring leader BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Less than a month after passing the 1,000-point milestone, Union City senior basketball star Courtney Wise has once again etched her name in the school record books. In Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 56-28 victory over cross-town rival Mississinawa Valley, Wise claimed the title as the all-time leading scorer for Union City girls basketball. Needing just 11 points to match the 1,062 point record held by Kela Bousman-Neils, Wise recorded 20 points in the win to hold the new current record at 1,071â&#x20AC;Śand counting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I owe a lot to my teammates who always seem to ďŹ nd me for an open shot,â&#x20AC;? Wise told The Early Bird in a post game interview. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Without great coaches I would have never been able to accomplish all I have here at UC.â&#x20AC;? The 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;1â&#x20AC;ł senior has

UC senior Courtney Wise broke the record for the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all-time leading scorer after putting up 20 points in Tuesday victory over cross-town rival Mississinawa Valley. (Clinton Randall photo)

claimed numerous school records at Union City, including single game and single season scoring records. Averaging 16 points

per game, Wise has helped lead her team to back-toback Holiday Tournament titles, a Sectional championship, Regional runner-

up and two Tri-Eastern Conference co-championships. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Records and stats are nice, but helping my team win is what matters the most,â&#x20AC;? Wise added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is an amazing accomplishment for any player and I am honored to be involved and a part of Courtneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success,â&#x20AC;? said UC head coach Sarah Black. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very proud of her efforts and her ability to achieve these goals. This is something that she was aware of going into the season and a goal she had set up for herself to achieve. We as a program are big on goals and achieving them, so it is great to see a personal goal set by an individual on her own has been achieved.â&#x20AC;? With three regular season games and the postseason yet to come, Wise should be able to add a good amount to the new record before the ďŹ nal buzzer sounds for her high school career.

nals and win the championship game,â&#x20AC;? said Jocob Heitkamp. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m ready to go out there and pitch again. I have played since I was a little kid. This is my last year and I want to go all the way.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Looking forward to being out there with the guys and having a good time,â&#x20AC;? Austin Knapke stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully we can capitalize this year.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We play together as a team,â&#x20AC;? said Kyle Subler. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get down when something bad happens. We work to ďŹ x it.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Big red machineâ&#x20AC;Ś absolutely special. George was the real deal,â&#x20AC;? McCoy said of Foster. â&#x20AC;&#x153;George is one of my all-time favorites. George was awesomeâ&#x20AC;Śwe got along great. I got in trouble with Joe Morgan in 1975. When Joe Morgan won the MVP I wrote that George Foster should have won it. Joe didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t speak to me for the next 35 years.â&#x20AC;?

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Jennifer shares, â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are many things I love about my role, but I truly love meeting with and getting to know each resident. I love that I am able to help them achieve their discharge goals and return home safely where they can continue to be successful. I also enjoy collaborating with the area hospitals and home healthcare agencies to prevent rehospitalizations. Overall, I am passionate about the work I do as a Nurse Navigator and love that I can give back to the community that I live and work in.â&#x20AC;?

Brethren Retirement Community complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. English: ATTENTION: If you speak limited English, language assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call 1-937-547-8000 for assistance. Spanish: ATENCIĂ&#x201C;N: si habla espaĂąol, tiene a su disposiciĂłn servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingĂźĂstica. Llame al 1-937-547-8000. Chinese: 1-937-547-8000.

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Community Christmas Drive raiser over $30,000 CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Community Christmas Drive had another successful year of raising money. Collecting a grand total of $30,427.75 for needy local families and individuals was approximately a 10 percent increase from 2015. Aside from donations, most the money is raised during the Christmas season at each of the 11 “bellringing” locations throughout the community. These locations included both main entrances at Walmart, Kroger, Eikenberry’s IGA, Rural King, KitchenAid Experience, Dave Knapp Ford, Greenville Federal, Greenville National Bank (Ansonia), Super Valu (Arcanum) and Mini Mart (New Madison). “The help of all the businesses that allowed collect-

ing to take place is greatly appreciated,” the Community Christmas Drive board stated. “Because of the generous giving of many Darke County residents, the lives of many less fortunate in our community will be impacted in a very signiﬁcant way!” The money was distributed among several local charity organizations. The Grace Resurrection Community Center, Community Unity and FISH organizations each were presented with $6,825. The Salvation Army, in addition to the outreach ministries from the Faith United Methodist Church in Arcanum, the Ansonia United Methodist Church and the Castine Area Food Back each received $2,275. Any area churches or organizations wanting to be involved in the 2017 drive may contact Rev. Joseph Soley at 937-547-0533.

Versailles approves variety of electives SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES – Beginning with the next school year, many of Ohio’s high schoolers will be able to choose from an interesting list of electives – most which fall under Family and Consumer Science curriculum. Versailles Board of Education this past week approved a list of electives for its students to choose, which will be in addition to a few similar courses already offered for the current school year, said teacher Pat Rhoades. The new courses are designed to provide students with opportunities to promote personal growth, Rhoades said. “We don’t see much in just sewing and cooking anymore,” she explained, stating the objectives were to provide students with opportunities to learn how to take care of themselves, learn about future careers and how to function as productive members of their community. “We’re preparing kids for the future,” she said. “Some of the new courses (for Family and Consumer Science) were started to be implemented this school year. All should be in place for the 2017-18 school year.” Rhoades also explained how Versailles eighth-graders currently participate in a 12-week rotation, taking

some family and consumer science classes, as well as art or agriculture, so “they can get some experience on what to choose for electives” before scheduling high school classes. Rhoades said food courses “are always popular” with her students and beginning this coming year, there will be a variety to choose from, including Principles of Food, Global Foods, Food Science, Culinary Fundamentals, and Principles of Nutrition & Wellness. Other electives in the Family and Consumer Science curriculum include Child Development, Transitions and Careers, Personal Finance Management, Career and College Readiness, Interior Design and Textile Design. Rhoades said some of the new electives will be taught during one school year, then will take a year off before being offered again. “Some are semester courses, but the state has been going back and forth on that,” Rhoades said, noting that the district has been offering some new courses on a semester only basis. Also approved by the Versailles board this past week was an Acoustic Guitar II class, said Principal Jeff McEldowney. “We’ve had a great interest in our Guitar class,” he said. “This is a student-led request” to offer the next step in learning the guitar.

DARKE COUNTY - As opioid drug abuse continues to rise across the nation, addictions to such narcotics as heroin, methamphetamine and fentanyl have had major impacts in small-town America. Over the last decade, Darke County has felt the sting of these deadly drugs as they take hold of many local users. In addition to the rise in drug-related crimes, opiate abuse has led to countless overdoses and even deaths in Darke County alone. With overcrowding of local jails and state prisons, the court system is forced to place many drug offenders on community control sanctions in hopes to monitor treatment through their addiction. “It isn’t just about alcohol, marijuana and cocaine anymore,” stated Chief Probation Ofﬁcer James Mollette of the Darke County Adult Probation Department. “Heroin is a different kind of ‘animal’ all together.” Currently there are a number of groups and organizations offering services and support of those seeking a better way of life...but in the end it is up to the addict to want the change. Founded in 1999, Hope in Recovery (HIR) is a local, privately-funded program focusing on helping addicts ﬁnd hope through the love of Jesus Christ. Traditionally, most AA (Alcoholics

Trisha Feitshans, John Wiltshire and Jeff Feitshans of Hope In Recovery. (Clinton Randall photo)

Anonymous) and NA (Narcotics Anonymous) meetings are non-religious, talking only about a “higher power” that addicts can relate to as they understand it. “This group is not for everyone that comes to a meeting,” said John Wiltshire of Hope in Recovery. “For those that are open to a spiritual journey, we have watched an amazing growth that goes beyond the group and into their daily lives.” According to Wiltshire and fellow group leader Jeff Feitshans, although most initially attend meetings as part of their treatment requirements, there are many who continue the program and work on their sobriety even after successfully completing probation. Some even become mentors, working with other

addicts. “John and Jeff’s heart are deﬁnitely into helping others,” Mollette added. “It is great to have a different kind of resource like this available in our community.” Wiltshire and Feitshans are joined by Kathy Daughtry and Trisha Feitshans who work together in helping others overcome their addiction. “The people at Hope in Recovery are genuine and sincerely care about our struggles. They help give me hope through honesty and accountability,” said local addict Jeanna. “I have struggled with addiction for most of my life, heroin for the last seven years. So many times I have wanted to just give up.” “I have had many ups and downs through this ad-

Davidson gives plan to dismantle Obamacare RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – U.S. Congressman Warren Davidson (R-8th District) visited Wayne HealthCare on Jan. 17 to discuss the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Medicaid and other issues facing local businesses and individuals as a new administration takes over. After attending several Martin Luther King, Jr. Day events, Davidson surmised the goal is freedom. In reference to the Affordable Care Act (aka Obamacare), he said, “You look at the individual mandate – you’re no longer free to not buy care. You’re no longer free to choose what care you need. The government has to prescribe that. If you’re an employer, you’re not free to offer a plan or not offer a plan or choose what sort of plan you will offer. If you’re in the insurance industry, you’re no longer free to customize your product.” He believes the Republicans have an answer. He suggested the passage of the budget reconciliation will essentially break the ACA by taking control of the budgetary concerns such as subsidies to insurance companies and penalizing people for not having

a plan. It also by-passes the required 60 votes in the Senate to repeal the ACA. He did concede, “You won’t be able to change the regulatory pieces of it.” However, with insurance companies leaving because of the changes on the ﬁnancial end will bring an end to the ACA. “We are not going to break it and leave it broken with nothing in the works,” Davidson said. While many have said the Republicans don’t have a plan to take the ACA’s place, the congressman noted those reports are wrong. He pointed out they have at least three plans being considered. He assured those gathered at Wayne HealthCare, “There will be a date certain. Conservatives generally want to do it as fast possible because this is a rescue mission. This plan is failing and the reality is unless you bail out the failure of Obamacare there are likely to be people that are lost anyway.” He added, “It’s (ACA) failing faster than most Republicans expected it to fail. They expected it to fail, but it’s failing faster than expected.” Davidson said we were told when the ACA passed people would save, on average, over $2,000 on their premium. The reality is premiums

Representative Warren Davidson speaks to local health care workers, community members and elected ofﬁcials.

went up by an average of over $4,000. The three plans being considered include the House Plan by Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, a Study Committee Plan and a plan from Tom Price, the nominee for Secretary of Health & Human Services. These plans share many of the same requirements, but Davidson would like to see one more addition. He wants to see a change to the McCarran-Ferguson Act that gives individual states regulatory control over health insurance. While he likes that part of the Act, Davidson wants to see the antitrust exemption health insurance companies receive under the Act go away. He believes the exemption gives the companies all of the le-

verage and doesn’t create competition. Davidson believes Congress will pass a plan early this year, but don’t expect the ACA to be repealed right away. The earliest a new plan could go into effect is Jan. 1, 2019 and the Senate would like to see that pushed back to 2020. The congressman pointed out this plan will not be like the ACA, “You’ll see a period of time for open debate. You won’t have to pass it to ﬁnd out what’s in it. The genuine desire is to get Democrats to be part of the solution.” He concluded, “If the election would have gone the other way, we would have been talking about putting more money into it (ACA).”

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Extension takes on waterhemp issue GREENVILLE – OSU Extension, Darke County will hold a very important meeting regarding the infestation of waterhemp in Darke County. The meeting will take place at the Anderson Marathon Ethanol plant on Feb. 7 at 6 p.m. Dr. Mark Loux and Dr. Jeff Stachler will discuss the situation we are in, identification, biology and strategies for control. This meeting will be critical to your success in trying to control this very aggressive weed. Call the extension office at (937) 548-5215 today reserve your seat or download a flyer at the darke.osu.edu website. Sam Custer, Darke County extension agent, pointed out there are several parts of the county where growers are managing their resistant weed problems. “The assumption is that most of Ohio

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SENIOR – Emma Baron, Katelynn Brock, Alison Conklin, Tiana Davis, Peyton Dean, Isaiah Green, Tarah Heuss, Kora Kerns, Jennifer Perez, Julian Price, Katie Rismiller, Hailey Sousa, and Landry Zimmers.

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Kiwanis honors Students of the Month

Pictured at stone are Debbie Nisonger, Doris Aultman, Adams Township trustees Dave Brewer, Don Lecklider, Claude Fenstermaker, Mary Jane Dietrich, Helen Wright, Caroline Petitjean, Brenda Arnett, Don Dietrich, Isabella Hughes, Shirley Hughes and Anderson Hughes.

DAR dedicates new memorial for Hershey BRADFORD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fort GreeneVille Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution and Greenville VFW Post 7262 recently dedicated a new memorial stone for Christian Hershey. Hershey served in the American Revolutionary War. He was in the Penn-

sylvania Militia with a rank of private. He served in the York County Militia under Captain Thomas White. Hershey was born on Dec. 13, 1757 in York County, Penn. and died on Oct. 12, 1854 in Gettysburg, Ohio. Hershey is buried at the Old Harris Creek Cemetery near Bradford.

Seed Swap Day for DCPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jr. Naturalists GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the Jr. Naturalists program on Jan. 28 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. This month will focus on seeds and biodiversity. Seeds were one of the ďŹ rst commodities valued and traded. For millennia gardeners traded their saved seeds to try new varieties, save money, and improve their gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diversity. Students will look at the differences between heirloom and hybrid seeds, learn how to properly collect and store seeds, and do some trading of their

own. The Jr. Naturalists is a series of monthly programs designed to give 3rd-6th grade students hands-on interaction with the natural world and a look at our current and historical place within it. Hikes, games, crafts, and service projects are all a part of this exciting integrated study group. A fee of $3 is charged for the program, and registration is required. For questions about the Jr. Naturalists program or any other park district programs or to register for the January class, please call the park ofďŹ ce at (937) 548-0165 or email info@ darkecountyparks.org.

Take a child to Worch Library on Feb. 11 VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Worch Memorial Public Library is happy to announce it is hosting Take a Child to the Library Day on Feb. 11, all day. Anyone that updates their card on that day will get their name in a rafďŹ&#x201A;e for a great prize. During this all-day event, patrons and children can enjoy several activities throughout the library, all focused on popular books. There will be a LEGO station, which will be set up and ready for sparks of creativity and if ideas are needed, there will plenty of books available for inspirations. There will be an American

Girl area where dolls can pose for pictures with their child and a PokĂŠmon area where cards can be traded and shared. In addition to these, there will be an area for Minecraft and Barbie activities. All book stations will have a craft and snack. Make sure to come in and check out the great crafts and try a few snacks and make sure to update your library card on that day. For more information on this activity or anything else at the library visit www.worch.lib.oh.us or call 526-3416.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Two Greenville High School seniors were honored during the Jan. 18 Greenville Kiwanis meeting as Students of the Month. Madison Meade, daughter of Doug and Amy Meade is a member of the Varsity G Club, Science Club and the yearbook staff. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s served on student council and has been a cheerleader all four years of high school. Meade also has served on GHS homecoming court, as freshman class treasurer, is a member of the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FCCLA program and is enrolled in the Careers With Children CT program. She has participated in Safety Days for ďŹ rst-graders and the backpack ex-

change program, is a volunteer with the Sunshine Run and reading with elementary students. After high school, Meade plans on attending Sinclair Community College to earn an associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree, then transferring to the University of Dayton to earn a bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Early Childhood Education. Andrew Stegall, son of Kyle and Janet Stegall, will be shipping off in July to serve with the U.S. Navy. While at GHS, Stegall has been a four-year member of the FFA, for which he served as an ofďŹ cer for two years. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a member of Key Club, the National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, served as class vice-presi-

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dent for two years, played football for two years and bowling for two years. He served on student council for one year. Is an engi-

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MVCTC students win big at coding challenge ENGLEWOOD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MVCTC Game Programming and Web Applications students participated in the Miami Valley Teen Coding Challenge sponsored by AT&T and Sinclair Community College. Two of the Game Programming student teams won cash prizes of $1,500 and $1,000 respectively for second and third place, and all of the students walked away with Raspberry PI computers. In addition, three students one door prizes; one of them being a LG Tablet. Area high school students wrote code and developed working Android applications focused on improving data security, and on having a potential impact on the Miami Valley region. The app â&#x20AC;&#x153;PassKeyâ&#x20AC;? developed by Jaime Martin (Miamisburg), Jena Flora (Mississinawa Valley), Matt Hasman (Carlisle), and Amethyst Smith (TriVillage) securely tracks and generates passwords for an individual. The PassKey group will split the second place $1,500 cash prize. The Diabetes Tracker developed by Cody Puskas (Brookville), Aaron

Henderson (West Carrollton) and Nolan Archer (Franklin Monroe) earned third place, with a $1,000 cash prize split among the team members. Other schools completing include Centerville High School, Stebbins High School, Hamilton High School, Kettering Fairmont High School, Springboro High School (Warren County Career Center satellite), and Dayton Ponitz. There were 14 teams in all. The students plan to continue to add features to their apps, and to post their apps to their personal portfolio websites at http://gw.mvctc.com, where student work can be viewed. Instructor Melissa Goodall says â&#x20AC;&#x153;this was a great competition. It was challenging, and the students really stepped up. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very proud of how they did, and their apps show some very impressive coding. I am thankful Sinclair and AT&T sponsored this competition, and look forward to competing again next year.â&#x20AC;? For more information about MVCTC, visit www.mvctc.com or fol-

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DCP naturalist travels to World Bird Sanctuary

Shown is the Greenville High School Orchestra performing at a fundraising dinner.

Fundraiser for GHS and St. Mary’s students

GREENVILLE – A fundraising dinner was held Dec. 3 at the Greenville Elks Lodge #1139. The dinner was served by St. Mary’s 8th grade students and followed by a performance from the GHS Orchestra. The Greenville High School

Orchestra will be traveling to Florida to perform at Disney in January. St. Mary’s Catholic School 8th graders will be traveling to Toronto in May for their class trip. The Greenville Elks Lodge #1139 generously sponsored the evening.

GREENVILLE – Recently, Darke County Parks’ naturalist and volunteer coordinator, Kathi McQueen, travelled to the World Bird Sanctuary for a workshop learning about raptors or birds of prey. The purpose of the trip was to learn more about the care and use of Darke County Parks Great Horned Owl, Greta, as an education bird and preparing for the possibility of the parks obtaining other birds as well. During the four day workshop, she learned more than she thought possible, commenting, “I knew that I knew very little about birds, but I didn’t understand just how little I knew.” She had opportunities to not only tour the facility which includes an in-

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struction of a new mew or bird enclosure that will allow the public to view the educational birds during open hours at the Nature Center as well has adding more space for additional birds. Kathi plans to include more training for volunteers so they can work with the birds in order to facilitate the growing audience and school groups. McQueen constantly strives to grow and improve the volunteer program, but she also manages animal ambassador care for Darke County Parks. During the pre-

sentation about her trip she said, “Everyone has things that touch their heart, and for me that is animals. Even though I love being the volunteer coordinator, Darke County Parks has allowed me to express that passion, and I’m very grateful.” For more information about Darke County Parks animal ambassadors, volunteering, or scheduled programs, please contact the Nature Center at (937) 5480165, or visit them online on Facebook, Instagram, or at www.darkecountyparks.org.

Family Health holds Open House for Center GREENVILLE – Family Health will be hosting an Open House on Jan. 23 to celebrate their new location and the expansion of the Behavior Health & Wellness Center. Family Health announced last July they would be moving the Center to the Reid Specialty building. 1101 Jackson St., next to Family Health’s Greenville site. According to Dr. Laurie White, the move provided additional space for the addition of psychiatry staff, expanded counseling and support services, in conjunction with the development of its Patient-Centered Medi-

cal Home (PCMH). She stressed this move does not mean Family Health is join Reid Healthy system, but merely leasing space. Visitors to the open house, which will be held from 4-6:30 p.m., will include refreshments and beverages, chair massages, live music, wellness giveaways as well as having an opportunity to tour the center and meet the staff while learning about the services that are available. A presentation of the Behavioral Health and Wellness Center’s mission and services will be held from 4-4:45 p.m.

T&CP will be honored by Versailles Chamber VERSAILLES – Towne & Country Players will be honored with the PeoplePride-Progress Award at the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet on Jan. 30. The T&CP was ﬁrst formed in 1972 under the name of the Versailles Community Chorus and have performed multiple performing arts programs annually. Some of their venues have been musicals, murder mysteries, comedies, dramas, dinner theater presentations, children’s theater, library lawn presentations, Easter and Christmas cantatas, talent shows, Halloween pa-

rades, Christmas concerts, and summer performances at the fountain square gazebo. The organization cochaired the Hometowne Christmas Celebration from 2006–2008 when they added the Winter Princess Pageant and Gingerbread House competition. They also handled the entertainment for GOBA (Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure) in 2006 bringing “High Country” band to town for 3,000 guest bicyclers. The T&CP has a 501(c) (3) status and awards a four year scholarship to one or more graduating senior annually.

Worch hosts home schooling activities VERSAILLES – Worch Memorial Public Library is happy to announce it has started monthly home schooling programs. The technology based monthly programs started in January and the art focused programs will be held bimonthly and they began in February. The ﬁrst technology based program was held on Jan. 17 and focused on external computer basics. The next class will be held on Feb. 14, at 1 p.m. This hands-on class will help students to understand the internal components of the computer by taking them apart and putting them back together again. The ﬁrst art focused program will be held on Feb. 9, 3:15 p.m. At this class students will learn about

the art form pointillism, which is using distinct dots to create patterns that form an image. This class is geared for home schooling, but is open to all patrons. For a more information on this activity or anything else at the library, visit www.worch.lib.oh.us or call 526-3416.

Photography Retrospective

UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City Arts Depot, 115 N. Howard St., Union City, Ind. will host A Photography Retrospective from Philip Huntwork. Join the Depot for an opening reception on Jan. 26, 6 p.m. Hours for the show are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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DC Parks distribute community grants

Pictured are Emily and Blake Scholl from The Jackson Fellowship 4-H Club and Officer Thomas with the club’s donation to the Darke County Animal Shelter.

4-H club gives to Darke County Animal Shelter GREENVILLE - The Jackson Fellowship 4-H Club helped clean up after a race at Eldora Speedway. They took the proceeds they made and bought supplies, food and toys for the animals at the Darke County Animal Shelter. The Shelter staff accepted the donation and the

animals loved it. It was a grateful surprise when they walked in. The Darke County Animal Shelter wants to thank the entire 4-H club for their generosity and thoughtfulness. This was a wonderful gift from them and is a true example of their character.

UC Pizza Hut will help support PAWS UNION CITY – For great food & great fun for a great cause, join the great folks at the Union City Pizza Hut & members of PAWS Animal Rescue & Shelter for a Buffet Beneﬁt on Feb. 23, from 5-8 p.m. The cost of the buffet is just $6.99 (drink & tax not included). Kids 3 & under eat free. PAWS will receive $1 for each buffet purchased during the event, plus all tips. Attendees are asked to bring an item for the shel-

ter. Needed items include Purina Dog Chow, tennis balls, rope toys, squeaky toys, Nylabones, treats for small or medium dogs (no rawhide or anything from China, please), Pill Pockets, kitchen size trash bags, HE laundry soap, & Clorox Spray Clean-Up. Gift cards from stores who sell these items or pet supplies in general are welcome, too. For more information, call (765) 575-5317 or ﬁnd us on Facebook.

Gateway celebrates GREENVILLE – The Gateway Youth came together recently to celebrate the holidays. This gathering was all made possible through a generous donation from the Moose Lodge in Greenville; they also hosted the Christmas party for the families and mentors involved in the programs. About 75 people attended the party where they enjoyed a meal of fried chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, and desserts that the youth in the program helped prepare. There was a visit from Santa and a generous rafﬂe of gifts, baskets and gift cards. The families enjoyed a craft table with several different crafts to choose from. As if the event was not fun enough, a little girl requested to sing a song, which turned into many of the kids wanting to take a turn on the karaoke mic and ﬁll the room with even more holi-

day cheer. A sincere thanks is given to the Moose Lodge for their donation so the families of Gateway could come enjoy this time together. In addition there were purchases of other needed items for the participants. A big thank you to all the mentors, mentees, and families who came out this night to celebrate. They hope you all enjoyed yourselves and look forward to doing this in the years to come. Council on Rural Services provides education and support through Gateway Youth Programs, Achievement Center for Educational Success (ACES), Kids Learning Place™, Head Start, and Early Head Start in their nine county service area. For more information about Gateway Youth, call (937) 548-8002 and talk with Ruth Barga, Support Specialist.

GREENVILLE – Every year the Darke County Park District receives the annual settlement from their tax levy. Of the levy money, nearly $50,000 is given back to the 21 communities in Darke County via the community grants program. These grants are used to improve active recreational facilities such as baseball diamonds, children’s’ playgrounds, and basketball courts. This year $46,676.61 was distributed throughout 12 communities. Some examples of local park improvements include Versailles using their $7,000 grant to remove and replace the basketball court at Ward Park. The court had a raised lip around the edge that would facilitate ﬂooding for a skating rink, and it had become a danger to basketball players. The lip was removed and the court replaced. In Wayne Lakes, the community used their $5,000 grant to upgrade plumbing and electric at the Little Beach Park Concession building in order to receive the permit to open for the next season. In Pitsburg a new backstop for baseball diamond #2 was constructed with their $5,000 grant. The community grants program began in 1995, and since that time $757,799.76 has been dispersed throughout the county. Each March members of the 21 communities are invited to attend a meeting where they receive a grant packet describing the possible uses for the funds and the grant application process. They then submit their grant application by May 15, and a committee of seven peo-

ple, including the Darke County Park District Board of Commissioners, reviews these applications by June. At that point the grant recipients are notiﬁed and may begin work on the project. By Dec. 1, when the projects are completed and all paperwork has been submitted showing that the communities have paid for them, the reimbursement checks will be written and distributed. Roger Van Frank, Director of the Darke County Park District, said, “This has been a full community program, and the Darke County Park District could not do it without the help of volunteers in each of these local communities.” For more information or questions about the community grants program

Shown are Tina White, incoming Park Board Commissioner; Mayor Dan Howe of Rossburg; Mayor Gary Lee Young of Wayne Lakes; Park Board Commissioner Roger Brocious; Joe Wagner, North Star council member; Ansonia Administrator Tom Welbaum; Patty Jackson, New Madison council member; Jennifer Scantland, Palestine; Fiscal Officer Karen Stubbs of Union City, Ohio; Christoph Keller, Pitsburg; Retired Darke County District Board Member Susan Gray; and Park Board Commissioner Steve Shaltry. Not pictured are the Villages of Gettysburg, Versailles and the City of Greenville.

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FOR RENT 2 BR downstairs apartment in Arcanum. Stove, refrig, washer & dryer provided. Water paid. $420 per month 937-760-1110

In Greenville, 1 bedroom upstairs. Stove, fridge, water included. Washer/dryer hookup. $425/mo + deposit. 937-547-0254 Greenville - 2 Bedroom newly remodeled downstairs apartment. Central air washer & dryer hookup. $450 + deposit. No pets. 4592615, 459-2616

Greenville: 1/2 double, 2 - 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, $500 deposit/ $500 a month. Call 937-5644126 COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on E Main St, high visibility. For more details 548-5264 Storage for personal & business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor & Lock. 548-1075, 5328 Michelle St Greenville - Efficiency apartment. All utilities included. $350. 4592615, 459-2616

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Work for a great employer. The New Madison Public Library seeks a part-time Fiscal Officer with accounting experience. Job posting details can be found at www.newmadisonpubliclibrary.org Apply by 5pm January 23rd. NMPL is an equal opportunity employer.

FOR RENT Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity

G’ville: Very nice 2 BR duplex in country. Garage, w/d hookup, a/c. No Pets or Smoking. $485/mo. 548-5053 benanzer.com Greenville, 2 BR Apt. Water, sewer, trash removal included. All electric. No pets. Deposit required. 5485264 414 N Gray, 1 BR apt. $350 per mo + $350 Security Deposit + utilities. Washer/dryer hookup. Range & refrig. NO SMOKING & NO PETS! Not Metropolitan approved. Call 548-9940 for Rental Application Great Location! Grnvl 2 BR, 1 bath apt. 1 car attached garage. $525/ mo. 548-2307 $410/mo. 2 BR, 1 BA house. Off-street parking. No Smoking. No Pets. 410 E Cross St, Ansonia. 937-670-2589 Very nice 1 BR apt in Greenville park. No Pets or Smoking. $380/ mo. 548-5053 Greenville, small 2 BR home. No smoking. No pets. Quiet neighborhood. 548-8200, 4179066

House in Greenville. Nice location. 3 BR, 2 baths. Central air. Full basement. $625. 937564-1169 Nice 3 BR, 1 bath ranch home. 1 car attached garage. Gas heat, C/A, On a large lot, southend of Greenville. $650 mo. + deposit. 937-4179084

FOR RENT LAND CONTRACT G’ville. Gorgeous 4 BR, 2 BA remodeled home in nice area. 2 car garage. Hardwood, central air, gas fireplace, full basement, fenced yard. 815 Washington. $4K down, $891/mo. 548-5053 benanzer. com

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JAN. 22ND - 1-2:30PM

2087 State Route 49 Arcanum OH – Century old brick home with convenient location on ST RT 49 sits on 8 acres in the FM School District. Home has many updates to include metal roof, windows, flooring throughout, kitchen , bath and more! Stop in and see this unique home today.

Becoming a Home Owner Need Not Be Just A Dream 2&3 Bedroom Homes Available Check our our selection of FREE handyman homes. Rental Homes Available Too! Sherwood Forest Mobile Home Community 937-548-9898 www.parkbridgehomes.com

EASILY MAINTAINED 1-ST brick home w/2 BR. All wood floors have been refinished. Updated paint, dishwasher, disposal & garage door opener. MLS 724913 #4526 LOOK FORWARD TO SPRING! Building lots available – 1-family; 2-family & 1 lot for condo. Call for details! GREAT CONDITION! 2-ST vinyl sided home w/3 BR. LRM & DRM. Extra room at upstairs landing (excellent sitting area or computer area). Enclosed back porch. MLS 725729 #4528

Employment Opportunities

Fort Recovery Industries, Inc., a strong area employer for over 70 years, is looking for motivated individuals with a desire for professional growth.

Full-Time Positions

Full-time production positions are at our Hardware Plant located in Fort Recovery, OH and our Portland Casting Plant located in Portland, IN. We offer competitive wages, beneﬁts and growth opportunities.

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Part-time positions available at our Hardware and Assembly/ Packaging Plants in Fort Recovery, OH. Openings are on 1st and 2nd shift, 2-5 days in a week. Apply in person from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or online.

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Fort Recovery Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of aluminum and zinc die casting, has a full time Sales position available. The position requires serving as the primary contact with customers in our automotive and furniture market segments. Responsibilities for this position will include but not be limited to: selling of FRI products, processes and services to our automotive customers by interacting with established customers and prospective customers to develop and maintain proﬁtable sales growth; traveling to established or prospective customers, seeking out and identifying new markets and industries, assist the Director-Sales & Marketing, etc. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Design or Business or equivalent education/work experience. A background in die casting and tooling is a plus. Apply in person from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or online:

Fort Recovery Industries, Inc. 2440 State Route 49, Box 638 Fort Recovery, Ohio 45846-0638 fortrecoveryindustries.com

548-5464

AUGUST 14TH OPEN HOUSE 1-2:30PM SUNDAY JANUARY 22 1 TO 2:30 715 EUCLID, GREENVILLE Nice 3 BR 2 story home with wrap around porch, Bedroom and Bath on first floor. Newer 3.5 car garage. Priced to sell Pine Street to Euclid 1292 FT. JEFFERSON AVE.-GREENVILLE Horse farm with 44 acres, 64x30 horse barn with 6 stalls 1 large farm house with large attached to 2 car garage. Located close to Fair Ground! (121 South becomes Ft. Jefferson Ave.)

NEW PRICES EOE

2412 WAGNER RD-GREENVILLE 1 acre, 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Attached garage plus a large barn $119,900 306 MEEKER- GREENVILLE You will love living in the park! 3 BR 2 Bath home with over 1900 sq ft Spacious rooms throughout. Large landscaped lot with mature trees for outdoor entertaining $139,900 404 E SOUTH ARCANUM Large 2 story home, located on nice size lot that borders the creek in the city of Arcanum. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is over 2,400 sq. ft. and has had many updates, in the last 5 years. $134,900 112 W SECOND, ARCANUM 2 unit investment property. Tenants pay all utilities. Great income. Low vacancy rate $79,900 130 N MAIN NEW MADISON 3 unit investment property. Off street parking $24,900 202 N MAIN, NEW MADISON Duplex. Each unit has 3 bedrooms and 1 car garage. $59,900 403 W FIRST, ARCANUM 3 bedrooms with a gas fireplace, deck, and partially fenced in back yard. $65,000 NO NEED TO WAIT UNTIL SPRING TO LIST YOUR HOME. THE MARKET IS IN FULL BLOOM. CALL DJ ROSE REALTY TO LIST TODAY! 1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

937-547-3077

Spacious clean apt suitable for 1 person. Close to Wayne Hospital. All appliances included. Plenty of privacy. Offstreet parking. No Pets, Smoking or Metro. Low utilities. 937-548-7339 2 BR brick duplex w/ attached garage. Arcanum schools. Rural area. No Pets. $475/ mo + deposit. Call evenings 423-2200 LAND CONTRACTS OR RENT: Updated 3 & 4 BR homes in G’ville. Garages, central air. Small pet friendly. $2K down or 1st mo sec. dep. $615-$650/mo. 548-5053 benanzer. com SPECIAL NOTICES SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-208-6915 to start your application today! WANTED TO RENT FARMGROUND TO RENT: $260/acre, SPRING PAYMENT, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. 937-622-2735 REAL ESTATE LENDER ORDERED SALE! Catskill Mtn Farm Land! 39 acres$84,900 (cash price) Incredible valley views, fields, woods, spring, stonewalls! Twn rd, utilities! Terms are avail! 888-738-6994 NewYorkLandandLakes.com AUTOMOTIVE 1996 Chevy 1500, 4x4, 320K miles, runs great $1000. 937-564-3662 1986 GMC Sierra 3500 w/dump bed. Running & driving condition unknown. Truck sat for some time. Selling truck as is w/no warranty. Bids accepted for 1 week & high bid will be notified. Text bids to 937-361-3278 or email dhenrypeterson@hotmail.com

R&S Reck Mobile Home Park New Paris, Ohio

Mobile Homes for Rent Or Rent to Own Call

937-417-7111

LEIS REALTY CONGRATULATES

DARREN LEIS

For being the high volume producer for the month of December 2016

PRICE DROP PLUS

$5,000 DECORATING ALLOWANCE

6725 CLIFTON DR., GREENVILLE

Brick and vinyl bi-level. 4 BR, 1½ BA. 32x40 outbuilding Owner wants offer

547-2281

WOW! Too many new and updates to list! Drive by 7304 McMecham Road and call for your personal showing! 24x40 barn built in 2007 has electric service and concrete floor! New septic in October 2016. Now offered at $139,000. IN VERSAILLES at 306 Wayne Street is a 1 bedroom, maintenance free home! 1 car detached garage. CORNER LOT! Seller will help pay closing costs! $60,000. 50 ACRES M/L east of Greenville at 6801 Horatio-New Harrison Road! 23 acres M/L tillable; balance of acreage wildlife sanctuary! 1800 sq. ft. newer brick ranch home with full, walk-out basement; 40x64 barn plus 28x36 add-on. 2 ponds. $649,000. SELLER SAYS MAKE OFFER on this 3 bedroom home at 5882 Culbertson Road! Newer furnace; 50x30 barn with metal roof and metal siding; 50x12 carport. $109,000. IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE this 2-story home at 617 Fair Street has 1 car detached garage! Low 40’s. 7 ACRES M/L with woods is home to this 3 bedroom, 3 bath brick ranch at 8832 St. Rt. 185! Hickory cabinets in kitchen; freestanding stove in family room; decorative concrete patio with fire pit; over 2700 sq. ft. of living area and 900 sq. ft. attached garage and MORE! Back a LONG lane. $329,000. JUST EAST OF GREENVILLE at 6163 Requarth Road is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch with 32x24 barn! Fireplace in family room with built in bookcases; island in kitchen; Skylights in Florida Room; newer vinyl windows! $139,000. COZY 2 bedroom home at 138 Sherman has been updated and well maintained! 2 car detached garage; partially fenced yard! Upper 60’s. 9+ ACRES with this 2-story home at 7201 St. Rt. 118! Over 1600 sq. ft. of living area PLUS Florida Room! 94x32 barn; 12x25 garage. $179,000. ZONED LIC these 2 lots at corner of W. Park and St. Rt. 49 have lots of potential! $24,900. IN COVINGTON this duplex at 214 S. Harrison has 1 bedroom apartment up; 2 bedroom apartment down, owner occupied. Enclosed front porch; decorative concrete patio! Low 60’s. IN NEW MADISON this 2 bedroom brick and stone ranch home at 108 Summit is ready for a new family! Newer vinyl flooring; newer roof. Upper 70’s.

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Greg Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

www.bluesprucerealtyinc.com

VERSAILLES FARM GROUND FOR RENT

The Village of Versailles is currently accep�ng bids for the ren�ng of Village owned farm land for 2017. The land consist of two parcels totaling approximately 29 acres. Sealed bid packets are available at the Village Administra�ve oﬃce, 177 N. Center St. Versailles, OH. Only signed bids on Village of Versailles provided bid sheets will be accepted un�l Feb. 2, 2017, 11:00 a.m. For addi�onal informa�on contact Village Administrator, Rodd Hale, 937-526-3294 ext. 225. The Village retains the right to reject any or all bids.

GREENVILLE 505 ASH ST $40,000. 2 Bed, 1 bath, 1.5 story bungalow, original woodwork. (711160) 110 REDWOOD DR. $87,500. 3 Bed, 1 Bath, hardwood floors, 1 car att. Garage, large deck, closed to knew k-8 school. (721587) 6005 PALESTINE UC RD. NEW PRICE $79,900. 3 Bed, 1 bath, 2 car garage, 28x22 barn, move in ready on half acre. (726295) 2427 ST. RT. 571 $78,500. 3 Bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car att. Garage, family room, large lot. (719239) 6897 SEILER RD. WILL CONSIDER TRADE $134,500. 3 Bed, 1 bath,2 car att. Garage, many updates. (716092) 5434 REQUARTH RD. $279,500. 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath, family room, ample closet/storage, 2 car garage, barn, 8 acres. (726305) OUT OF GREENVILLE 2238 ARCANUM ITHACA RD. ARCANUM $149,900. 3 Bed, 1 bath, 4+ garage, deck, wrap around porch, barn, 1.83 Acre, just outside of town. (724314)

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Reid Health Auxiliary honors volunteer

FM RECOGNIZES STUDENTS Shown are Avalyn Locke and Ethan Sparks.

Ansonia’s December Students of the Month

PITSBURG – Franklin Monroe Junior/High School is pleased to announce the Students of the Month for November and December. Students honored in November are Caytlin Bundenthal, Larkin Ressler, Ross Thayer, and Matilda Earwood. Honored in December are Estella Shellabarger, Jeffrey Hurley, Charity Shellabarger, and Parker Hesler. These students were nominated for Students of the Month by teachers who were impressed by their attitudes and work habits. Each student will receive a certiﬁcate and a coupon for a free meal at Vint’s; the FM sponsor for Student of the Month.

ANSONIA – Ansonia Elementary recently named fourth graders, Avalyn Locke and Ethan Sparks, students of the month for the month of December. Ethan is a well-rounded student who is responsible with his work and brings great ideas to class discussions. He always puts forth his best eﬀort and always lends a helping hand to his peers. Ethan’s hardworking attitude combined with

his compassion for others make him a wonderful example to all. Avalyn is also a well-rounded student who is responsible with her work. She shows her academic talents and conﬁdence by oﬀering thorough responses during class discussion as well as working diligently with peer groups. Avalyn’s sense of humor brings a bright spark to the classroom environment.

PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY JANUARY 28, 2017 9:30 AM

DARKE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 800 SWEITZER ST. GREENVILLE, OH 45331

AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY

Weekly Auctions now featuring audio/video bidding. Convenience fee for on-line bidders only.

OWNERS MICHAEL L. CUSTER SR. ESTATE Sherry Custer Executor Tom Graber Attorney Darke County Probate 2016-1-302

KEVIN FRITZ AND OTHERS

Terms: cash or good check w/proper ID. MC, Visa, Discover accepted w/ 3% fee. Lunch by Heavy Smokers BBQ. Never a buyer’s premium.

(937) 316-8400 (937) 459-7686

unteers gave more than 37,000 hours in various ways throughout the Reid Health system. Auxiliary Volunteer Cornelia (Connie) Merrill, 97, was recognized with the Lifetime Member Honor. Merrill began volunteering at Reid in 1996 and has provided more than 6,340 hours of service over more than 20 years. She has worked in Surgery, the Pain Center and Pharmacy. “You’ve got to keep busy doing something,” Merrill said. Her

work ethic, a ready smile, reliability and attention to detail were among the kudos oﬀered in her recognition. The award is given each year to someone with at least 3000 hours and 20 years of service. Reid Health’s Auxiliary raises funds year-round through the Ginkgo Boutique gift shop, book sales and other activities. Auxiliary volunteers have been in service at Reid since 1948, and donate time to departments across the health system.

Dean’s List NEW CONCORD – Hannah Knopp of Versailles has been named to the Fall 2016 Dean’s List at Muskingum University in New Concord. To be named

to the Dean’s List, Muskingum University students must attain strictly prescribed levels of academic performance in their overall grade point average.

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AUCTION Midwest Auctioneers & Realty, Inc. along with the approval of the Greenville City School Board, will be conducting auctions to release the contents of the 3 Elementary schools and the Junior High. All removable items will be sold as well as the mobile modular classroom units. Some of the items included will be: Commercial kitchen/restaurant equipment; All appurtenant school components: desks, chairs, cabinets, tables, lockers, smart boards, electronics, etc. All auction dates have been finalized. Please mark your calendars for the following dates: • Jan. 28th @ 9AM – East Elementary School – 301 E 5th St. Onsite Inspection: Thurs., Jan. 26th from 5pm – 7pm & Fri., Jan. 27th from 9am - 5pm • Feb. 25th @ 9AM – South Middle School – 701 Wayne Ave. • Mar. 2nd @ 5PM – Mobile Modular Units – 7550 St. Rt. 118 • Mar. 18th @ 9AM – Woodland Heights Primary – 7550 St. Rt. 118 • April 1st @ 9AM – Junior High School – 131 Central Ave

Live internet bidding and pre-bidding is available NOW on the East School/Jan. 28th Auction: WWW.PROXIBID.COM (Live internet and pre-bidding will be available on ALL auctions as each date approaches) More information is available on our website including catalog with pictures, terms, and pick up dates and times. WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM

GREENVILLE CITY SCHOOLS

Midwest

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Mike Baker, Auctioneer/Broker 220 E. 4th St., Greenville, OH • 937-548-2640 • www.midwest-auctioneers.com

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AUCTION SATURDAY FEB 4TH, 2017 9:30AM 6468 Requarth Rd Greenville, Ohio

FARM EQUIPMENT IMPLEMENTS-SHOP TOOLS AND RELATED ITEMS White 2-105 Tractor; (2) John Deere 4400 Combines; Farmall 450 Tractor w/Loader; International 350 Tractor; Minneapolis Moline M670 Tractor; Ford loader/ backhoe; Ford F600 grain truck; (3) Flatbed farm Wagons; Implements to incl. Tillage equip.; Cultipackers; Cultivators; Discs and more; Shop items to include Hand tools, Power tools; Lg and small engine parts; Lg selection of snowmobiles, parts and related items; Wagon items include hydro cylinders, hardware, barn items and more. TERMS CASH, CHECK WITH PROPER ID, MASTER-CARD AND VISA WITH A 3% CLERKING FEE ADDED.

EVELYN KITTEN OWNER (FORMERLY OWNED BY JOHN J. KITTEN)

Midwest

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Mike Baker, Auctioneer/Broker 220 E. 4th St., Greenville, OH • 937-548-2640 • www.midwest-auctioneers.com

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Automobile 1979 Corvette, 350 automatic, odometer shows 65,000 miles, partial restoration/customization. Antiques and Collectibles Very nice metal Coke cooler, excellent condition; nice camel back trunk; Louis Meyer desk top w/scrolls; several nice crocks and crock jugs; crock butter churn; nail keg; kerosene lamps; slaw cutters; apple peeler; sad irons; milk bottles; Decker lard cans; cigarette rollers; sausage stuffer; corn jobbers; wooden block plane; 5 gallon fuel delivery cans; copper boiler; draw knife; shucking pegs; Fiesta ware; 10 gallon milk can; Hull pottery; child’s Dump Track metal trailer; step back kitchen cabinet; Harmony guitar; wash stand; spinning wheel; picture frames; coffee grinder; wood croquet set; Jarts; horse drawn walking plows and cultivators; fly nets. Household Like new Amana washer and dryer; grandfather clock; Bose sound system; 2-lighted corner curio cabinets; hutch; 4 piece bedroom suite; 2-3 piece bedroom suites; double beds; 2-dining tables w/4 chairs; double drop table w/2 chairs; dressers; chests of drawers; end tables; lamp tables; book shelves; quilt rack; 5 piece wicker set; LazyBoy recliners; sofas; love seat; wing back chair; Baldwin electric organ; Kenmore sewing machine; Kenmore microwave; 4 drawer filing cabinet; Sunbeam stand mixer; crock pots; pressure cooker; ice cream freezer; 42” Sanyo flat screen TV; globe; pots, pans, dishes; Tupperware; card tables; wooden bench; computer table. Shop and Garage Items 2135 Cub Cadet lawn tractor; MTD 5 Hp 24” snowblower; Craftsman lawn tractor 42” 15.5 Hp Kohler; single axle mower trailer; dump yard cart; 16” Poulan chainsaw; pressure washer; double bench grinder; vise; belt sander on stand; gas cans; metal detector; push cultivators; propane heater; window AC; tree trimmer; leaf blowers; weed eaters; yard seeders; electric hedge trimmers; hand tools; Mustang front tine tiller; Toro tiller; 2 wheel garden tractors; 2- MTD 3.5 Hp 20” push mowers; Aluminum ext. ladder; wood step ladder; ext. cords; garden sprayers; coolers; long handle tools; Werner step ladder; Siegler oil stove; metal wheel barrow. Guns Mossberg 20 GA. 185 KA bolt action shot gun; Daisy Powerline 880 and model 25 BB guns; .22 ammo.

RICHMOND, Ind. – The Reid Health Auxiliary presented an annual donation check of $201,323 and recognized longterm volunteers at its annual holiday celebration. Randy Kirk, Reid Health Vice President and Reid Health Foundation President, accepted the donation, which will be used to support and fund equipment for various areas of the hospital including in the Mother-Baby Care Center, Cardiopulmonary Rehab, nursing, the Innovation Center, sleep lab, emergency department and other areas. “We are so grateful for the volunteer corps here at Reid for serving patients and families,” Kirk said, noting that in 2015 adult vol-

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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 6” jointer, Walker-Turner $60. 4-lug Mustang wheels, 5 spoke $100. 670-6252

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2008 Fusion $4995. 2008 Avenger $7495. 2006 Kia $3995. 2005 Grand Am $4995. 2001 Focus $2995. 2014 Cruze $10,995. 2010 Fusion $7995. 2003 Tahoe $7995. 2003 Dakota $2995. 1999 Ranger $2995. 2004 Explorer $4995. 2003 TrailBlazer $4495. Buy - Sell - Trade! CountryAutoSaleGreenville. com 548-1337 2002 S10 pickup, 6 cyl, ext cab, $2850. 937548-7832 HOUSEHOLD PILLOWTOP 14 INCH THICK MATTRESS & BOX SPRINGS: FULL SET $237; QUEEN SET $259; KING SET $399. NEW IN PLASTIC WITH WARRANTY. 937-884-5455 We deliver Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 5480870 New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $139, twin $109. We deliver. Call 937884-5455 Countertop microwave $25. Under counter Whirlpool dishwasher $40. 548-7832 MISC. FOR SALE Firewood reg pickup rounds $50.00 split $60.00. Backhoe for skid loader saw sharpening equip. 937-4172469 FIREWOOD for sale. Seasoned hardwood split. Large pickup load $110. 937-417-4402

MISC. FOR SALE Professional SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock@earthlink. net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!

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AUTOMOTIVE 1995 Ford F250 4x4, runs good, has rust. $1750 OBO. 419-7909552

Zechar Bailey honors State of the Heart GREENVILLE – Zechar Bailey Funeral Home continued its tradition of ordering breakfast from Montage Café for the staﬀ at State of the Heart Care. Each November for the past several years, Zechar Bailey has been providing this breakfast during National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. Every year, nearly 1.6 million people living with a life-limiting illness receive care

from hospice and palliative care providers in this country. State of the Heart Care staff are highly-trained professionals that ensure that patients and families find dignity, respect, and love during life’s most difficult journey. Hospice and palliative care programs provide pain management, symptom control, psychosocial support, and spiritual care to patients and their families

who are battling a life-limiting illness. Hospice and palliative care combines the highest level of quality medical care with the emotional and spiritual support that families need most when facing the end of life. Through this specialized quality care, they see many patients and their families experience more meaningful moments together. Hospice helps them focus on living despite a terminal di-

QUALITY ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY, FEB. 4, 2017 10:00 AM

5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 9:00AM 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 ON SALE DAY)

2014 BUICK VERANO 4 DR. SEDAN 1-Owner, only 9,083 miles, Full Power Equipment, Dk. Mocha Brown, Tan Leather, Alum. Wheels, Sold New at Hittle Buick G.M.C. (Like New). FURNITURE – APPLIANCES – ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES – HOUSEHOLD – TOOLS AND MUCH MORE!

MIRIAM H. KNICK – ESTATE

Richard L. Hahn & Ronald J. Hahn – Co-Executors. Margaret Hayes, Attorney. D.C. Case #: 16.1.255 ALSO SELLING SAME DAY FOR THE VILLAGE OF NEW MADISON: 1986 Generator Set Diesel Engine 10 KW-60HZ, Mfg. by Libby Corp. Model #: MEP 003A, Serial #: RZ45318, Volts: 120V 1 Phase, 120/240V 1 Phase, 120/208V 3 Phase. Amps: 104, 52, 34.7. Camo Color, only 284 Hrs. Honda EU 1000 Portable Generator, Ser. #: EZGA-1038483; Honda EU 1000 Portable Generator, Ser. #: EZGA-1071900.

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• ALL items must be paid for the day of auction. • ALL items are sold as is. • We must collect sales tax (EXCEPT on titled vehicles). • TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Food Available on Site! • Open Friday, February 3rd from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection. • Check next weeks Early Bird for complete auction listing. REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What Office: 937.316.8400 You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our Cell: 937.459.7686 sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we Michel Werner Auctioneer love our profession! Kirby & Staff

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

SAT., JANUARY 28, 2017 10:00 AM 740 BIRCHWOOD DRIVE, GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331

Directions: Take North Broadway to Magnolia Drive and turn RIGHT on Magnolia Drive, then take a LEFT on Elmwood Drive, then take a RIGHT on Birchwood Drive to auction site. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS) This immaculate well kept 1-Story Brick Ranch Home built in 2001 features 3 Bedrooms and 2 ½ Baths. Master Bedroom features 2 Lg. Double Closets and Full Bathroom. Formal Living Room, Family Room w/Vaulted Ceiling, Eat in Kitchen with Oak Cabinets, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, 30” Elec. Range, Refrigerator & Built in Microwave Oven. Large Laundry Room with ½ Bath. Furnace Room with HiEfficiency Gas Forced Air Furnace w/Central Air Cond. 2 Car Attached Garage w/Opener, 6 Panel Solid Wood Doors throughout the Home, Covered Front Entry Porch w/Decorative Concrete Floor, Rear Patio w/Vinyl Railing, setting on a Crawl Space & Nicely Landscaped. Attend Open Houses and check out this move in ready home.

Inspect This Property Make Financial Arrangements Be Prepared to Buy on Auction Day Shown by appointment… Call: Kirby Lyons (937) 316-8400 Everett Hocker (937) 417-0748

Terms: $4,000.00 down on day of auction. Complete Balance Due Within 30 Days of Auction. Taxes will be figured short term pro-ration to closing. Possession at closing.

MIRIAM H. KNICK - ESTATE

Richard L. Hahn & Ronald J. Hahn – Co-Executors Margaret Hayes, Attorney. D.C. Case #: 16.1.255 For photos and additional information on this offering please visit us at www.auctionzip.com and enter User I.D. # 8673. Remember, Never, Ever a Buyers (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions *WHAT YOU BID IS WHAT YOU PAY* “We work for our sellers, appreciate our buyers, and love our profession”

Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686

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NMPL Winter Reading Club NEW MADISON – New Madison Public Library recently announced the Winter Reading Club for Adults will run from

Jan. 23 to Feb. 28. Patrons ages 18 and up will be able to enter a drawing for gift cards and other prizes every time they

visit and check out items to read. Interested readers should stop by for their free “Up All Night… Reading” kits.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION 154.995 ACRES FARMLAND SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 2017 1:00 PM GREENVILLE TWP. HUNTER RD., GREENVILLE, OH

Shown are members of the staff of State of the Heart Care and Zechar Bailey Funeral Home.

agnoses. “The breakfast is just a simple way of showing our gratitude for what State of the Heart does for our community. We truly appreciate what they do for the families we are so honored to be able to serve,” shared Phillip Pierri of Zechar Bailey. The goal of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home,

a Dignity Memorial provider in Greenville, is to ease the most diﬃcult time of families with comprehensive, exceptional customer service. All of the staﬀ at State of the Heart Care would like to thank everyone at Zechar Bailey for the breakfast as well as all they do for the community.

The Texas Tenors perform “Amazing Grace” in front of a crowded audience at the Edison Foundation’s 19th annual Holiday Evening.

Edison Foundation raises over $40K GREENVILLE – The Edison Foundation at Edison State Community College held its 19th annual Holiday Evening on Dec. 7 to help raise money for student scholarships. The evening featured The Texas Tenors as the headlining entertainment for the night’s festivities. Nearly 350 guests attended the annual gala, where they enjoyed hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and the company of others. While a majority of the guests in attendance were local, several outof-state guests attended to see the evening’s entertainment as they performed their special holiday show, “Deep in the Heart of Christmas.” Proceeds from the evening beneﬁt the Edison Foundation’s General Scholarship Fund, which directly assists recent high school graduates and those returning to the classroom to start, change or advance their careers. “Each ticket that was sold is helping support students through scholarship opportunities,” said Rick Hanes, Vice President of Business and Community Partnerships. “I have each guest to thank, as well as, the evening’s presenting sponsors, Emerson and Premier Health–Upper Valley Medical Center, for making this event a success. Every dollar counts when it comes to helping students achieve their dreams.” This year’s event raised over $40,000, which will assist countless students in the upcoming academic year, including the

Thomas Alva Edison recipients, who are in the top 15% of their high school class. “It’s great to see so many people willing to help support a worthy cause, especially around the holidays,” said Edison State President, Dr. Doreen Larson. “The students that receive these scholarships often ﬁnd themselves with one less stress while pursuing their education, and that says a lot. We want to see students have a positive college experience and succeed, which is the whole reason behind this event.” Also contributing to the success of the event were the evening’s co-chairs, Ed and Kay Curry, of Greenville, who were instrumental in helping to garner additional sponsorships. This year’s entertainment featured stunning vocals as they performed classic holiday hits as well as music of their own. The crowd rose to their feet for a moving rendition of Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A,” as the American ﬂag waived. The celebration of the holiday season includes past performances by world-renowned musician Tim Janis, Australia’s The Ten Tenors, Straight No Chaser, The Toledo Symphony Orchestra and former Tonight Show bandleader Doc Severinson. To learn more about Holiday Evening and view a slideshow of the evening’s proceedings and attendees, visit www.edisonohio.edu/HolidayEvening.

AUCTION LOCATION: Kirby Lyons Auction Facility located at 5378 Sebring-Warner Rd., Greenville, OH. Just off S.R. 127 (By-Pass) between S.R. 49 & S.R. 36. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS) Directions to Farm: From Greenville, OH take S.R. 118 NORTH 3 Miles to Hunter Rd. Turn LEFT or WEST on Hunter Rd. Then ½ Mile. (Between S.R. 118 & S.R. 49 on Hunter Rd.) (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS) Approximately 145+ Acres Tillable & 8 ½ Acres Woodland. Selling Parcel I.D. #: F24-0-212-10-00-00-40200 Contact: Kirby Lyons Auctioneers @ 937.316.8400 for complete Bidders packet information. Terms: $25,000.00 down on day of auction. Complete Balance Due Within 30 Days of Auction. Taxes will be figured short term pro-ration to closing. Possession at closing.

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Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686

LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY JANUARY 28TH , 2016 - 9:00 A.M. DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.M. 5862 KRUCKEBERG RD. GREENVILLE; OH 45331

DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton; Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – go to edwardsauctions.com for more information and pictures. Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www.auctionzip. com; enter auctioneer ID # 3426; click on the current auction date; click on bid now button to enter auction. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Buyer’s premium applied to online and remote bidders only. COLLECTIBLES-BEER SIGNS/MIRRORSFINE JEWELRY-POCKET WATCHES-FINE ART- POTTERYHOUSEHOLD-GARAGE ITEMS Fine Jewelry/Pocket watches- 18” Startling Silver Necklace W/ Genuine Hematite Pendant; 24” 14Kt. Plumb Gold Necklace, Italy, Dalow; Blue Sapphire & Diamond Necklace; 14K Gold Heart Earrings W/Diamonds; 14K Gold 24” Necklace; Sev. Fresh Water Pearl Necklaces; 14 Kt Gold Crucifix Pendant; 14kt Gold/ Topaz Gemstone Pendant; 18” Black Onyx Necklace & Fresh Water Pearl Necklace; And More. Waltham 23 Jewel Pocket watch; Elgin Pocket watch w/ Date of Jan. 26, 1919runs; Hamilton 21 Jewel Pocket watch-runs; The Mickey Mouse Club 40th Anniversary Watch; Quartz Analog Watch , in Mickey Mouse Wood case; And More; Fine Art- A.Kline Artist- Hand Painted Broken Pottery; Farm Landscape; Original Painting By Perillo 85; Indian Girl W/Eagle; Barn Winter Scene-H. Hardgrove; Art Glass Vases; Metal Signs/Mirrors- The Silver Bullet Coors Light, Ford, Coca Cola Neon, No Parking, No Trespassing, Lansing Fence Sign; Mirrors-Budweiser Ice Adv. Mirror; Miller Genuine Draft, Texaco Gasoline, Miller High Life Cleveland Browns, Miller High Life; Bud Light Cleveland Browns Stadium, Old Milwaukee,, Pabst Beer , Imported Rumple Minze Peppermint Schnapps Glass adv., Yeatmans Famous British Pudding, Budweiser Salutes US Navy; Schlitz Light Beer Plastic Sign; MiscStetson & Charlie One Horse Hats; Sev. Hats; Dayton, Piqua & Minster, OH Beer Bottles; Milk Bottles Miami County; Iron Skillets -Griswold & Wagner; Enameled ware Pans; Ice Tongs; Corn Huskers; Lightening Canning Jar & Sev. Ball Canning Jars; Tobacco Spears; Meat Hook; Hay Hooks; Small Chicken Feeder; Bell Hog Scrapers; Family Kitchen Scales; Bundy Clarinet W/Case; Framed & Unframed Airplane Pictures; U.S. Military Pictures; Airforce Patches; Creepy Magazines; Boy Scout Mess Kit; Sev. Eagle Brook Pottery Pieces; Homemade Wooden Bowls; Cast Iron Hen on Nest; RCA Glass Tumblers; Fostoria Glasses; Jelly Glasses; Coca Cola Trays; Vintage Kitchen Utensils; Tobacco Tins; Cast iron Squirrel Nut cracker; Wooden Jewelry Box; Small Toy Tractors; Car Banks; HOUSEHOLD ITEMS-Antique Wood Sewing Rocker; Vintage Oak High Chair; 2 Gone with the Wind Style Lamps; Sewing Stand: Kenmore White Side By Side Refrigerator; Holiday Sm. Chest Freezer; Hand Made Wood Poker Table Custom Made & 6 Stacking Chairs; Pottery Wheel & Stools; Inversion Table- Elite Fitness; Don Joy Ice Maker; Electric Griddle; Misc. Glassware; Misc. Pots & Pans; Misc. Frames & Pictures; 2 Drawer Filing Cabinet; SS Trash Can; Shark Floor Steamer; 13 Star Flags New; 2Nd Amendment Flags; New Cooling Towels; 7 boxes of 10 Wall Outlets NIP; Back to Life Massager; Garden Seeder; Blow Torch; GARAGE ITEMS/TOOLS-Master built Sportsman Elite Smoker; Electric Scooter Kohler 4.5 Motor; 24” Bridge Saw/Tile Cutter; Craftsman 1.5 Hp Router; Power Tools and Hand Tools; Full 20 Lb. Propane Tank; Johnson Manual Leveling Rotary Laser Kit; 4 ft. Johnson Level; Large Exhaust Hood; NIB Zoic 2” Outlet Shower Drain; De-Icier; Antifreeze; Misc. Hardware;6Ft. Folding Poly Banquet Time Table; Bicycles; Galvanized Buckets; Golf Clubs ;Misc. Hand Tools; Long Hdle Tools; And More.

OWNERS-MULTI GROUP

TERMS: CASH or local checks w/proper ID. Visa & Master Card Accepted w/3% Clerk Fee. Auctioneer licensed in Ohio. Auction held INSIDE heated facility. We must collect sales tax.

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

Shown are Beverly Delk, Kelly Norris, Tracy Fout, Ed Everman, and Mark Trask.

Arcanum school board recognized

LEGAL NOTICE

COLUMBUS — The Ohio School Boards Association is celebrating School Board Recognition Month in January 2017 to build awareness and understanding of the vital function an elected board of education plays in our society. School Board Recognition Month honors the members of Ohio’s more than 700 city, exempted village, local and joint vocational boards of education and educational service centers governing boards for their commitment to providing quality public education to Ohio’s school children. The ArcanumButler Local School District is joining with other districts throughout the state to recognize the important contributions school board members make to their communities. “Our current school board members have been working together now for several years as a team,” said Superintendent

John Stephens. “As elected officials they represent a continued commitment to local citizen control and decision-making in education. Even though we are making a special 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 board members serving Arcanum-Butler Local Schools and their years of service are: Board President, Ed Everman, has served on the ArcanumButler Local Board since 1998. Vice President, Tracy Fout, began serving in 2010, Mark Trask in February of 2011, Bev Delk in January of 2012 and Kelly Norris in April of 2013.

CITY OF GREENVILLE

On January 17, 2017, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #17-04 supplemental appropriations • Ordinance #17-05 appropriate funds necessary for various departments of the City for 2017. This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Ordinance #17-06 establish wages for various City employees not covered by wage agreements. This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Ordinance #17-07 establish wages for various temporary City employees not covered by wage agreements. • Resolution #17-08 authorize the use of internet auction for disposal of personal property in 2017. • Ordinance #17-09 authorize the City to enter into agreement for sanitary sewer services, material, and equipment. • Ordinance #17-10 authorize the City to enter into agreement for rental of the Kitchen Aid Way farm field. This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday. Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director Vicki Harris, Clerk Greenville City Council 1/22, 1/29 2T

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Citizens Bank VS. Paul Boyer, et al. No. 16CV00140

Fifth Third Mortgage VS. Kevin Osterloh, et al. No. 16CV00532

Second National Bank VS. Caton McLear, et al. No. 16CV00451

JPMorgan Chase VS. Sarah Leeper, et al. No. 16CV00546

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, February 3, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Washington in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 3457 Duvall Rd. Ansonia, Ohio Parcel Number: C13021317000010100

Street Address: 3181 New Madison Coletown Rd. New Madison, Ohio Parcel Number: L45021131000031500

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $125,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $89,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

Street Address: 1854 State Route 571 Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: S70011210000020101 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $50,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover. TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

Street Address: 325 Greenlawn Ave. Versailles, Ohio Parcel Number: T76241018030311500 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $63,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover. TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

JPMorgan Chase VS. Allen Swift, et al. No. 16CV00007

JPMorgan Chase VS. Scott Meyer, et al. No. 16CV00605

Nationstar Mortgage VS. Rhonda Magoto, et al. No. 16CV00429

Midfirst Bank VS. Matt Bondurant, et al. No. 16CV00465

Street Address: 3200 State Route 722 New Madison, Ohio Parcel Number: D17021029000020300

Street Address: 217 Jefferson St. New Madison, Ohio Parcel Number: G31411013020113200

Street Address: 825 Manchester Dr. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221223030115100

Street Address: 409 Harrison Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235030514500

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $115,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $25,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $118,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $63,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

NS162 LLC VS. Terry Ungericht, et al. No. 16CV00578

Carrington Mortgage VS. Albert Fleckenstein, et al. No. 16CV00168

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Delinquent Lands Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191

US Bank VS. Robert Combs, deceased, et al. No. 16CV00332

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for Delinquent Land Taxes:

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 16CV00600, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Richard Hollinger, et al., Defendants.

Street Address: 2636 State Route 47 Ansonia, Ohio Parcel Number: C14021318000030201

Street Address: 211 Riffle Ave. Ansonia, Ohio Parcel Number: C15221322010311100

Street Address: 3114 Weavers Fort Jefferson Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: L45021129000030701

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $50,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $60,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $90,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $8,653.50 (Eight Thousand Six Hundred Fifty Three and 50/100)

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

General Information The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property. The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes.

Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.governmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville. All sales begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. Bidding information Bidding starts as directed in each sale ad. Successful bidders must deposit in the following: If appraised value of property is less than or equal to $10,000 the deposit is $2,000.00; $10,001 - $200,000 the deposit is $5,000.00; greater than $200,000 the deposit is $10,000.00. Personal check (proper ID, local check

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price is due within 30 days after confirmation of sale is filed. More Information You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

175 N. Main St. New Madison, OH G31411013010413300 Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 3rd day of February, 2017 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 24th day of February, 2017, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY. Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 1/15, 1/22, 1/29 3T

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Local cadet leads troop at inauguration WASHINGTON, DC – Cadet 1st Class Sara Fishbein of Greenville, marched in the 58th Presidential Inauguration Parade in the nation’s capitol on Jan. 20. Fishbein led a squadron of 83 cadets on the 1.7 mile route from the Capitol to the White House, as the commanding ofﬁcer for the cadet squadron. “I’m extremely honored to be able to participate such an important day, and I’m also excited to represent the Air Force Academy in our nation’s capital,” said Fishbein. Air Force Academy cadets have marched in every Inauguration Parade since the 43rd Inauguration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1957.

blocks, and stuffed wild animal toys. While this area does provide entertainment for little ones while their older companions explore the nature center exhibits, it hasn’t been updated in 15 years, and many pieces are damaged or missing. The park district staff plans to move the books to a new kids’ section in their library and use the area for more creative play. Possible ideas for the new corner include things like a larger-than-life manufactured bird’s nest; a turtle shell that kids can climb inside; wearable wings; and a touch area for animal pelts, antlers, bones, and other articles from the natural world. This space will encourage exploratory play and promote the use of imagination, creativity, and inquiry. Instead of reading about nature in a book, these young naturalists can touch, explore, see, and experience it right there in their own nook of our facility. This new kids’ corner will help Darke County Parks expand the age range of their displays to better accommodate the full spectrum of nature center visitors and refresh a very dated and under utilized area. The updates will be a beautiful addition to the Nature Education Center

and, thanks to the generous support from the Ketrow Foundation, they are now possible. For information about Darke County Parks, their programs, or the Nature Center on St. Rt. 502 just west of Greenville, call (937) 548-0165, or email info@ darkecountyparks.org.

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