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WEEKEND EDITION - JANUARY 28, 2018

THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE GREAT DARKE COUNTY FAIR!

Bradford Fire & Rescue honors 3 citizens GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

BRADFORD – Bradford Fire and Rescue recognized three citizens; Christina Wood, Brian Yohey and Joe Moore at their annual banquet. “We are honoring and giving thanks to the citizens that helped at an emergency scene before we are able to arrive,” said Fireﬁghter Terry Applegate. “Just the tremendous effort they gave, dedication and help to Bradford Rescue.” “We are very thankful for these three citizens as well as all of our citizens of Bradford,” added Applegate. “We have great community support – we all stand together.”

While working in her yard on June 10, 2017, Christina Wood assisted two victims of a motorcycle vs deer accident. Wood found a female in a ditch with minor injuries before moving to the male victim with more serious injuries. Wood stayed with the patient maintaining C-Spine immobilization while keeping the patient calm until Fire and EMS crews arrived. The actions of Mrs. Wood made the victims’ overall outcome very positive. On June 6, 2017 Brian Yohey witnessed a bicycle accident with a young male suffering a major laceration to his upper thigh area very close to the femoral artery.

Mr. Yohey notice major bleeding and created a makeshift tourniquet in an attempt to slow the bleeding until EMS crews arrived. Had Yohey not acted as he did, the outcome could have become very tragic very quickly. The young victim was transported to Children’s Medical Center by CareFlight for treatment of injuries. The actions of Mr. Yohey that day made the victim’s overall outcome very positive. Joe Moore witnessed an accident on July 22, 2017 in which the victim was ejected from his motorcycle with the bike catching ﬁre in close proximity to the victim. Moore stabilized the ob-

(L-R) Captain Jim Siders, Byan Yohey, Christina Wood, Joe Moore and Lieutenant Ron Hoelscher. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

vious open fractures to the victim’s leg while keeping him laying still until the arrival of Fire and EMS crews. CareFlight transported the victim to Miami Val-

ley for treatment of his injuries. The actions of Mr. Moore made the victim’s outcome very positive. “I believe when people see a tragedy, they see the pain somebody is going

through – they will step up and help us out until we are able to get there,” Applegate stated following the Saturday night banquet honoring three local ‘Good Samaritans’.

CDBG hearing reveals how funds can be used RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Commission held one of two required hearings for the Community Development Block

Grant (CDBG) program on Wednesday. Susan Laux, consultant to the Darke County grants coordinator, shared information on the types of projects communities can address with the funds and the procedures required to apply for the

(L-R) Fireﬁghter Cyril Monnin, Captain Jim Siders, Chief Jan Mottinger, Lieutenant Ron Hoelscher and Assistant Chief Dave Richard. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

funds. With some community members speculating that CDBG funds will be used to continue an expansion project at the Darke County Airport, Laux was asked if the airport qualiﬁed for CDBG funds. “No it does not,” she said. Laux, who also handles grant funding for the airport for the county, further explained that all funding for the airport comes through the Federal Aviation Administration. “The county has an allotment of $150,000 every year that is available to the county for the airport,” she said. “They can choose to use those funds, with a 10 percent match, or they can choose not to use those funds and carry them over for a maximum of three years.” If the county doesn’t use the

funds they lose them. As part of the 10 percent match, the county is allowed to use a matching program from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). The county has used this program for ﬁve percent of the matching funds. “So actually the county’s contribution is ﬁve percent of any projects that happen at the airport.” She added, “Getting 95 percent of grant money for anything, for anybody that knows anything about grants, is pretty hard to turn down.” The CDBG programs for the PY2018 include Community Development Allocation, Neighborhood Revitalization, Downtown Revitalization, Critical Infrastructure, Residential Infrastructure, Economic Development Public In-

frastructure, Economic Development Loan, CDBG Discretionary Fund/Targets of Opportunity, New Horizons Fair Housing and Community Housing Impact & Preservation. Applicants for projects that fall within the parameters of CDBG funds must also meeting one of three national objectives. 1) It must be a beneﬁt to low or moderate income persons. 2) It must address slum or blighted areas. 3) It must be an urgent need, such as a condition that poses a serious and immediate threat to the health and welfare of the community and other ﬁnancial resources are not available to meet such needs. Since 2001, CDBG funds have been allocated to communities across the county to assist with parks and

recreation areas, street improvements, and other infrastructure projects such as water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and to alleviate ﬂood prone areas. The allocation of CDBG funds information sheet provided at the hearing shows zero funds being used at the Darke County Airport. An additional hearing will be held this evening at 6 p.m. in the Darke County Commission conference room to accommodate persons unable to attend the 10 a.m. meeting. A second CDBG hearing will be held after communities submit their applications for funding; tentatively set for May 16. CDBG funding is expected to be announced in September and recipients will have two years to complete their projects.

Bradford Fire & Rescue Kendig spells ‘mischief’ for ﬁrst place trophy recognizes member bee and said she was surSUSAN prised” she won the top HARTLEY accomplishments spot. GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

BRADFORD – Bradford Fire and Rescue Sevices recognized several members of the department at their Annual Banquet Saturday night. Cyril Monnin, President of the organization, Captain Jim Siders and Lt. Ron Hoelscher each received a plaque in recognition of their 30 years of service to Bradford Fire and Rescue. “We are thankful for the 30 years of service both Cyril Monnin and Captain Siders have given to the department,” said Fireﬁghter and Awards Chairman Terry Applegate. “Lt. Hoelscher is a great individual that has done so much for this department with our equipment and now moving forward to

help with adding an addition to our building,” Applegate stated. “Lt. Hoelscher is doing a great job for our department.” Assistant Chief Dave Richard was recognized for 44 years of service. “Another ﬁne individual that has given 44 years of his life to the department,” Applegate said of Assistant Chief Richard. “His dedication to this department has helped make it what it is today. We are very thankful.” Chief Jan Mottinger received a large plaque in honor of his 53 years of service to Bradford Fire and Rescue. “Chief Mottinger has been our chief for 53 years,” noted Applegate. “He has done so much with this department. This department wouldn’t be where it’s at today if it wasn’t for Chief Jan Mottinger.”

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

ANSONIA – Although her winning word was ‘mischief,’ Hannah Kendig says her most difficult word to spell on Tuesday was “laborious.” Kendig, a sixth-grader at Arcanum Middle School took home the first place trophy from Tuesday’s 2018 Darke County Spelling Bee District Competition, held at Ansonia Church of God. The district bee is sponsored by the Darke County Education Service Center and included elementary, middle school and junior high students from Bradford, Ansonia, Arcanum, Franklin Monroe, Tri-Village and Versailles schools. Kendig, the daughter of Adam and Shannon Kendig, said she’d “studied for a long time” to compete in her very first spelling

Kendig’s dad said it was “exciting” for Hannah’s entire family, many who were on hand to support her during the competition. Hannah said she was looking forward to competing in next year’s spelling bee as well. Arcanum Middle School Principal Marcus Bixler was pleased with his students’ success during the district competition. Not only did Hannah win ﬁrst place in the bee, the Arcanum team also won the Spelling Bee Bowl on Tuesday. Bixler said his students have won the bowl for three years straight – since its inception. “It’s exciting for them,” said Bixler, who also said he was “appreciative of the ESC staff” for all the effort they put in to preparing and hosting the annual

The 2018 Darke County Spelling Bee District Competition winners include, left to right, Savannah Crist, third place; Kylee Winner, second place; and Hannah Kendig, ﬁrst place. (Susan Hartley photo)

event. Also earning trophies for their spelling bee abilities were second-place winner Kylee Winner of Ansonia Junior High and third-place winner Savannah Crist, a student at Franklin Monroe Elementary. Other spelling bee participants included: Jeff Ketring, Tri-Village Junior High; Lydia Ayette,

Tri-Village Elementary; Katey Litten. Versailles Elementary; Grace Psczulkoski, Arcanum Elementary; Joshua Derstine, Bradford Junior High; Zoe Kellems, Franklin Monroe Junior High; Elizabeth Skinner, Bradford Elementary; Tara Fritscher, Versailles Middle School; and Isaiah Hartzell, Ansonia Elementary.

POLICE BEAT Suspect takes heater and goes back to do more shopping PAGE 2 January 28, 2018-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

On Jan. 17 an officer was dispatched to Walmart in reference to a theft complaint. The complainant reported a white male subject wearing a dark coat and dark pants came into the vestibule on the grocery side and took a large black heater and placed it into a white vehicle with an Illinois registration. The vehicle was sitting in row 5 in the main parking lot area. The male then went back into the store. The officer arrived and located the vehicle, which was occupied with one male. The officer asked the male what he was doing at Walmart, and he said he just brought his friend to Walmart because he asked for a ride. The officer located a black heater in the rear of the vehicle. When he asked the driver who the heater belonged to and why it was in the car, he said his

friend just brought it out from the store. The male was detained and placed into the back of the cruiser until further investigation could be completed. The officer went into the store and met with the complainant, the assistant manager, who said the male was back inside the store. The officer also spoke with a witness, who saw the male take the heater to his car from inside the store. The officer learned another Walmart associate was following the suspect. The officer proceeded to the last known location, the plumbing/paint section, where he located the associate who pointed the suspect out. The officer made contact with the suspect, who was advised to put down all the items in his hand and place his hands on top of his head. The subject was told to leave his hands on his

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head as the officer walked him to the grocery side exit. The subject was detained while the officer identified him as Curtis Jenkins. Jenkins was placed into the back of a cruiser. During the investigation, Jenkins admitted to taking a black heater from inside the store and putting it in his friend’s car. The heater was returned to Walmart. Jenkins was arrested on charges of theft and taken into custody. He was searched and during the search, the of officer found four cosmetic items still in the package, including foundation, eyeliner and eye booster. The cosmetic items were taken as property and transported back to Greenville Police department. Jenkins admitted his friend who drove him to Walmart had no involvement in the theft. Jenkins was transported to the Darke County jail, where he was issued a citation for

theft and released to jail staff. Walmart will review the video to check to see if Jenkins did take the cosmetic items and call when the video is available. Wanted Person On Jan. 17 two officers arrived in the 500 block of East Fifth Street in reference to checking a residence for Steven R. Grill, who had an outstanding warrant. While one officer knocked on the front door the other officer was watching the rear of the residence. Grill came to the front door and did not open the door but left to hide somewhere in the house. A woman who resides at the residence opened the door and advised officers Grill stays on the south side of the residence. While searching that area of the house, Grill was found in a bedroom lying on a bed in the dark; awake. Grill was arrested for two warrants, including a felony warrant

through Darke County for failure to comply with nonsupport of dependents and for failure to comply with driving under suspension charges through Greenville Police department. Grill was transported to Darke County Jail and incarcerated. On Jan. 19 an ofﬁcer observed a known subject with an active warrant sitting in a vehicle in the McDonald’s parking lot, 1301 Wagner Ave. The known subject, Karina Brown was sitting in the passenger seat of the vehicle. The ofﬁcer made contact with Brown and asked her to exit the vehicle. She was placed under arrest for the warrant and was transported to the Darke County jail where she was incarcerated on a $3,025 bond. On Jan. 23 Christopher J. Clear was arrested in the 400 block of West Fourth Street for an outstanding felony warrant with the

original charge of dangerous drugs through Darke County Common Pleas Court. An ofﬁcer was in the building on an unrelated complaint and had prior knowledge of Clear’s outstanding warrant. Clear was transported and incarcerated at the Darke County Jail with no bond. 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.

Emerald City comes to Main Street Greenville GREENVILLE – Join Main Street Greenville for a winter’s night out in the city of green! Put on your ruby slippers and be transported to the Land of Oz, where we’ll celebrate the fact that there is no place like home. This event is open to the public and will be held Saturday, Feb. 17 from 6 p.m.-midnight at Romer’s Catering and Entertainment Facility, 118 E. Main Street, Greenville. The allinclusive evening will take you beyond the clouds to the Emerald City and features dinner, music, and dancing. A cash bar will be available, and having responsible fun is highly encouraged. “Main Street Greenville works throughout the year to create a sense of community as well as preserve and enhance our downtown,” said Crysta Hutchinson, executive director of Main Street Greenville. “This formal event is an opportunity to celebrate the uniqueness of Greenville and share some of our goals for the upcoming year.” Scheduled the Saturday after Valentine’s Day, tickets to this event make a great gift for Wizard of Oz lovers or simply anyone who’s looking for a reason

to get dressed up and enjoy an evening out. The doors will open at 6 p.m., with dinner being served by Romer’s from 6:30-7:30 p.m. After dinner, enjoy a spread of sweets and dance the evening away. Throughout the night there will be chances to win prizes, a photo booth for capturing memories, and activities that pay tribute to the classic movie around which the evening is themed. Tickets are $50 each, $80 per couple, or $300 for a table of eight. You can purchase tickets at the Main Street Greenville of office (located in the Welcome Center at 421 S. Broadway) or The Merchant House. All proceeds benefit Main Street Greenville, a nonprofit organization dedicated to revitalizing downtown Greenville. If you are interested in purchasing a table of tickets for your business, please contact Crysta at 937-548-4998 or info@ mainstreetgreenville.org. This fundraising event is possible thanks to the support of our sponsors: Romer’s Catering & Entertainment Facility, Zechar Bailey Funeral Homes, Greenville National Bank, Second National Bank, and The Early Bird & Bluebag

Media. Main Street Greenville is a non-proﬁt organization that supports downtown Greenville, Ohio through stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation, and eco-

nomic growth. Learn more about the organization on their website, www.mainstreetgreenville.org, or follow them on Facebook. You can contact them at info@ mainstreetgreenville.org or 937-548-4998.

Village Green happy to receive 5 STAR rating GREENVILLE – Village Green Health Campus, a Trilogy senior living community located in Greenville, has been recognized by The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid with a 5 STAR Rating. This prestigious award is a nod to the campus’ focus on quality care across the healthcare spectrum. Trained, objective inspectors evaluated the health campus based on its previous health inspections, stafﬁng, and other stringent quality measures. Village Green Health Campus was awarded the highest score possible, 5 out of 5 STARS, labeling them as a facility that provides above average care to those it serves. “We have a wonderful team at Village Green Health Campus,” commented Jay Manuel, exec-

utive director. “We strive to provide quality services that exceed our residents’ and families’ expectations, and we are thrilled that we have received conﬁrmation from CMS of the quality of the care we provide. We consider it an honor to serve the residents of Darke County and its surrounding communities.” Village Green Health Campus’ senior living services are delivered by staff specially trained to honor and enhance the lives of those they serve through compassion and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations. To learn more about Village Green Health Campus, please contact the campus by calling (937) 548-1993, follow the campus on Facebook and Twitter, or visit the campus website at villagegreenhc.com.

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Verdict in Monahan trial set for Monday BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The two-day trial of the State vs. Ryan M. Monahan concluded Thursday, with Darke County Common Pleas Judge Jonathan P. Hein setting 4 p.m. Monday to reveal his verdict. Monahan, who is charged with four counts of felonious assault (F2) and one count of tampering with evidence (F3) stemming from a June 9, 2017 shooting incident at his home on Ft. Recovery Road (State Route 49), waived his rights to a jury trial. On Wednesday and Thursday, Hein heard testimony from several police ofďŹ cers, the four other teens involved in the incident, including the now 16-year-old female shooting victim, as well as forensic experts from the Bureau of Criminal Investigations (BCI), an emergency room doctor from Wayne HealthCare, two brothers of the defendant, and a private investigator hired by the defense. The June shooting oc-

curred after four teens drove a red Chevy S-10 into the Monahan driveway following what they testiďŹ ed was several angry and threatening texts and phone calls between Monahan and the occupants of the truck. According to testimony, the 16-year-old girl was injured by a shot that came through the rear window of the S-10. On Wednesday, each of the four teens testiďŹ ed, with both males admitting they were under the inďŹ&#x201A;uence of Xanax and marijuana, as well as Hennessy. The two girls each said they smoked a small amount of marijuana while riding in the truck with the two boys that evening. The teens say they went to the Monahan home to ďŹ ght Ryan. On Thursday, three forensic scientists from the BCI reported on testing they conducted on the damaged rear truck window, as well as two BB guns found in the vicinity of the incident. According to the DNA expert, Ryan Monahanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DNA was found on the

Ryan Monahan, far left, sits with his defense attorney David Rohrer.

BB gun found by police, along with the DNA of his younger brother. The expert called the samples â&#x20AC;&#x153;major contributors.â&#x20AC;? Defense Attorney David Rohrer called John Schmidt to the stand. Schmidt, a former police ofďŹ cer and private investigator, said he had reviewed forensic test results completed by the BCI, as well as statements made by Monahan, his family and the four teens in the S-10. After doing his own testing with a BB gun and a S-10 rear window he purchased, Schmidt said he had come to the conclusion that someone in the S-10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; possibly someone standing or riding in the truck bed, had pulled the trigger of a BB gun, sending the BB through the rear glass, striking the girl. Assistant Prosecutor James Bennett questioned Schmidtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience as an investigator, namely the fact the former police ofďŹ cer had never received formal forensic training. Greenville Detective Marion discussed an interview he conducted with the defendant at the Darke County Jail after he was indicted by the grand jury. During that interview, Monahan admitted to shooting at the truck after it left his driveway, while it was traveling northbound on State Route 49 after Marion showed him the forensic testing reports from the BCI. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think evidence clearly shows it was a bunch of kids behaving badly,â&#x20AC;? Bennett said, adding â&#x20AC;&#x153;it got totally out of hand.â&#x20AC;? Bennett concluded by saying it was his opinion â&#x20AC;&#x153;the defendant planted the

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BB guns to make sure the narrative he was enhancingâ&#x20AC;? would be believed by police â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that the teens in the S-10 used BB guns to shoot at him and his brothers, who were riding bikes when they arrived at his home. Rohrer agreed with the prosecutor that the teens

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Kammer celebrates 10 years of sobriety BY LINDA MOODY CORRESPONDENT lmoody@earlybirdpaper.com

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ANSONIA – Ansonia resident Troy Kammer recently posted a testimonial on Facebook telling of his 10-year anniversary of sobriety. Kammer said his battle with alcohol started long before his mother, Alreda, died on Memorial Day in 2002. “But after her death, the rocks gave way fast,” he said. “My dad (Bill), brothers (Jim and Clancy), and wife Janet all saw me losing the battle. Then dad died (Nov. 21, 2005). I felt like my life was over. I literally wanted to drink myself to death.” Kammer, an EMT, said he later learned the people he worked with on squad were concerned. “But I never showed up to work after drinking within the allotted time frame,” he said. “One day I showed up for work and was told that I had to go for a breath test. I blew a .003. I was like, ‘That can’t be! I quit drinking before the squad handbook’s allotted time!’ So I thought I was done.” He said the thing he loved, other than his wife, was suddenly ripped away from him. “The squad board and ofﬁcers and I all came to an agreement. I went to my ﬁrst meeting that Monday night,” he said. “After that meeting an

Troy Kammer recently celebrated 10 years of sobriety. His drink of choice now is Dr. Pepper. (Linda Moody photo)

old-timer came up and introduced himself and said he could tell I was serious about staying sober and told me the next steps. That was the beginning of a long uphill battle. “ He kept going to meetings and holding up his end of the agreement he had with the squad and board. “A year later, I reapplied to the squad and the membership didn’t think I was ready and didn’t vote me back on,” he said. “It took ﬁve years of trying to get back.” Kammer said his ﬁrst drink ever was on Dec. 23, 1983, when he was underage. He did not drink again until his senior year after he turned 19. He then began drinking beer, an occasional mixed drink and then moonshine.

Life began to change after he started attending Alcoholic Anonymous’ 12step program. “It’s not as easy as you think,” he said. “You have to make a list of all the people you hurt and go apologize to them.” Because of his drinking woes, he lost a couple of jobs before finding employment in another neighboring village, where he works today. In addition to firefighting, he works for Ansonia Rescue and Spirit Medical Transport for special events at the county fair. He is also a deejay and works the gate at Eldora Speedway during the racing season. He was commander of the Ansonia Sons of the Legion until recently and is captain on the fire department in charge of Haz-Mat. Kammer met his wife, Janet, when they both worked for the Ansonia Rescue Squad. “I didn’t realize he had an alcohol problem,” she said. “I knew he drank and I knew he was Troy Boy the Party Animal. I threatened to leave him but that didn’t stop him. He didn’t think he had a problem.” “My heroes already know who they are,” Kammer concluded. “I tell them on a regular basis.”

Dean’s List TIFFIN – Heidelberg University has announced Morgan Bingham, Greenville, a senior Health Science and Athletic Training major, has been named to the fall semester dean’s list. According to Provost Dr. Beth Schwartz, to be named to the dean’s list, students must be enrolled full time and meet academic criteria set forth by the university.

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Tax deduction for disabled vets in Indiana RANDOLPH CO. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The State of Indiana offers a Property Tax Deduction for all eligible Disabled Veterans. During the past years the use of this tax deduction has decreased across the state because many veterans are not aware of its availability. A $12,480 deduction is a available if you served on active duty for at least 90 days during any period, received an honorable discharge and have a service connected disability of at 100 percent if under 65 or a 10 percent service connected disability if age 65 years or older. In order to receive this deduction the assessed value of your property must be less than $143,160. A $24,960 deduction is available if you served during a recognized period of wartime service, received an Honorable discharge and are service connected

disabled at 10 percent or higher. With a combination of the two sections, disabled veterans can receive $37,440 if you served during a recognized period of wartime service, are either 62 years or older and have at least a 10 percent connected disability or are under age 62 and are 100 percent service connected disabled and the assessed value of your property is under $143,160. If there is a remaining credit coming to you after this amount is applied to your property taxes, the county auditor may allow you to use the pro-rated remainder to assist you with the excise tax on your vehicle license plates. For more information about this beneďŹ t, call (765) 584-1463 or the Auditorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce at (765) 584-3612 and ask to speak with Debbie Grubbs.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Parents and caregivers of preschool and school-age children in Darke, Miami and Preble Counties now have access to a dynamic program offered by Recovery and Wellness Centers of Midwest Ohio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Incredible Yearsâ&#x20AC;? program promotes social and emotional learning, emotion regulation and problem solving. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Incredible Yearsâ&#x20AC;? program is being funded by the Ohio Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trust Fund. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Incredible Yearsâ&#x20AC;? program is free for parents and offers a supportive environment to help them learn to manage their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behavior needs, including: Anger Management, Succeeding in School, Making New Friends, Talking with Friends & Being Friendly, Problem Solving, and Understanding Feelings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are proud to offer a program that strengthens our families by promoting childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s social, emotional, and language development,â&#x20AC;? said Vickie Martin, PCC-S, LSW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darke County Clinical Director, Recovery & Wellness Centers of Midwest Ohio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our parents

will learn valuable skills at no cost as a result of the generous support from the Ohio Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trust Fund.â&#x20AC;? Groups are forming now in Darke, Miami and Preble Counties. For information, contact Recovery & Wellness Centers of Midwest Ohio: Darke County 937548-1635; Miami County 937-335-0361; and Preble County 937-456-7694. This program is supported and funded by the Ohio Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trust Fund Western Ohio Regional Prevention Council that consists of 13 counties: Allen, Auglaize, Hardin, Mercer, Darke, Shelby, Logan, Miami, Champaign, Clark, Greene, Montgomery, and Preble. The mission of the Ohio Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trust Fund is to prevent child abuse and neglect through investing in strong communities, healthy families and safe children. The Ohio Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trust Fund selected the Montgomery County Human Services Planning and Development Department as the Coordinator of the Western Ohio Regional Prevention Council.

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Davidson discusses spending bill, DACA and tax reform BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

WASHINGTON, D.C. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Just as the U.S. Senate was voting to break a ďŹ libuster on the stop gap spending bill, The Early Bird was talking with U.S. Congressman Warren Davidson about the government shutdown and what it means to the local community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The biggest thing locally is the anxiety folks are feeling. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the uncertainty,â&#x20AC;? he said. He understands federal employees, including those employed by Wright Patterson Air Force Base were concerned, as were senior citizens wondering if they would receive their Social Security checks if the shutdown were prolonged. Unfortunately, the newest funding measure is once again a short term ďŹ x for a long term problem. Oct. 1 was the deadline for Congress to have its spending plan approved, but several stop-gap measures have helped push the plan to February. Davidson pointed out there was bi-partisan support for an increase in

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defense spending, but because they have been forced to continue with temporary spending plans they have been unable to get the â&#x20AC;&#x153;money out the door.â&#x20AC;? The current shutdown was due to Senate Democrats insisting that DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) and the DREAM Act (Development, Relief and Education for Alien Minors) be part of the spending bill. Republicans balked at the idea. With a promise from Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to collaborate on the issue, Democrats in the Senate agreed to end their ďŹ libuster. While many believe the president would sign a DACA bill if Congress funded the border wall, Davidson pointed out the issue goes much deeper. He realizes it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be a â&#x20AC;&#x153;cleanâ&#x20AC;? version of the bill that Republicans would want passed and it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be everything the Democrats want. He noted there are four issues at stake when it comes to getting DACA approved. First, Congress

must come up with a legal status for persons affected by DACA. The other issues all deal with border security. Sanctuary cities and states threatening to prosecute businesses for inquiring about the legal status of persons seeking employment or trying to rent a home and other similar actions that criminalize U.S. law, according to Davidson, is â&#x20AC;&#x153;essentially secession.â&#x20AC;? The sanctuary cities and states are making it more difďŹ cult for ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) do their job. Davidson is also calling for the end of chain migration and joins the president in pushing for immigration through a merit process. The Eighth District Congressman also addressed tax reform and believes the changes are going better than expected. The CBO estimated the economyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s growth between .4 and .8 percent, but Davidson said the economy is growing by 2 percent. See the full story at www. bluebagmedia.com.

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Bradford Lady Railroaders win big over Mississinawa Valley points. sometimes we get a little do a lot of scoring differBY GAYLEN BLOSSER Emma Canan led Brad- lethargic with what we are ent ways and the girls are SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com ford with nine ﬁrst quar- trying to do and that does really starting to buy into

BRADFORD – The Bradford Lady Railroader jumped out to a 17-0 lead in the first four minutes and went on to a 54-19 win over the Mississinawa Valley Lady Blackhawks. “We have been preaching intensity with the kids,” said Bradford coach Patrick McKee. “The last two weeks we have seen it in practice but it hasn’t transferred to the game. We’re finally taking that intensity that we practice with and we’re starting to carry it over to a game.” “We are very lacking in varsity experience as far as a team goes,” said MV coach Vance Venesky. “We’re down to nine or eight girls right now for both teams. The girls are young.” The Lady Hawks put up 23 first quarter points while using their full-court pressure defense limiting MV to five opening period

ter points, Skipp Miller chipped in ﬁve, Chelsea Gill added four points, Brooke Fair three and Bianca Keener with a bucket. Period No. 2 had Bradford taking the quarter 15-6 with Miller scoring eight points sending the teams to the break with the Lady Roaders holding a 38-11 halftime advantage. The teams played even scoring eight points each in Period No. 3 with Olivia Murphy leading The Lady Blackhawks with seven points including two three pointers while Miller was hitting six Bradford points sending the teams to the ﬁnal period with the Bradford leading 46-19. “Intensity gets our energy going and once we get that energy going we seem to play at that next level,” McKee noted. “When we try to slow things down,

hurt us. We stare at our passes and we move the ball slow. That was our big thing tonight. Even though we’re going to pull off this press, make sure our energy level stays high.” Coach McKee continued to use his entire bench the ﬁnal period with the Lady Railroaders taking the quarter by an 8-0 score to give the home team a 5419 Cross County Conference win. “We’re starting to understand some concepts,” McKee said. “The beginning of the year we sometimes shot outside too much. We’re starting to get the idea that we need to get inside and it’s going to open up our outside game.” “We’re not one of those teams that’s going to have ﬁve, six or 10 threes a game,” continued McKee. “We’re lucky if we have one or two, so we have to

that.” “I’m getting the girls varsity experience,” said Venesky. “All of them are out there hustling, trying to do what they need to do. We took the ball to the basket more today than we did in every game combined, so we’re trying to put that into their heads.” Bradford freshman Skipp Miller led her team and all scorers with a game high 21 points while spending most of the fourth quarter on the bench. Bradford – S. Miller 21 E. Canan 15, C. Gill 6, B. Keener 4, B. Fair 3, A. Gade 2, B. Brewer 2, H. Fout 1 MV – O. Murphy 9, B. Johnson 3, L. Scholl 3, R. Price 2, T. Stachler 1, E. Reichard 1 Skipp Miller scores two of her game high 21 points for the Lady Railroaders in win over MV. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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PITSBURG – After a slow start, the Arcanum Trojans eighth-graders earned a 54-40 win over the host Franklin Monroe Jets improving to 10-1 on the season. “The kids played really well especially the last three quarters,” said Arcanum coach Don Taylor. “It was fun to watch once we got rolling.” The teams battled to a 12-12 score after one period of play. Jayce Byers led FM with nine ﬁrst quarter points. Ian Baker’s six points paced the Trojans. “We were a little bit too up-tight in the ﬁrst quarter,” said Taylor. “I thought they were dictating to us how they wanted

to play instead of us dictating them how we want to play. Once we got that straightened around and we started handling their press, a lot better moving the ball, better on offense, getting better shots, getting some easy ones, pushing the ball up the ﬂoor which we like to do it went well.” The Arcanum boys took advantage of 15 second quarter points while holding the Jets to eight to lead 27-20 with the teams headed the half halftime break. Chad Pitzer led Arcanum with 10 second quarter points including two triples. Period No. 3 saw the Arcanum eighth-graders use four points each from Jake Goubeaux, Eli Shelton and Baker and ﬁve Chase Werling to out-

score the home team 17-9 and take a 44-29 lead to the final period of play. The Trojans would take the fourth by a 1411 margin including eight Ian Baker points. “The second half in particular we started to play,” Taylor noted. “We haven’t played as good as I thought we could but boy the second half and in particular the last three quarters I thought we played pretty darn good.” “Little Griffin Cates came in and didn’t play a lot of minutes but we needed him to come in and he handled the ball – we didn’t need him to score,” said Coach Taylor. “Luke Brinksneader came in a really did a nice job – had a couple nice assists, so it was a team win,” “The two big kids finished,” added Tayor. “Ian

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Baker has done the job on the boards and putting things back in all year, and Chad (Pitzer) hit some big threes for us. Jake Goubeaux just knows how to play and Ashton (Etherington)) has been having a tough go of it shooting. He made a couple of really nice passes on pick and rolls.” Baker led Arcanum and all scorers with a game high 22 points. TROJANS – I. Baker 22, C. Pitzer 10, J. Goubeaux 9, C. Werling 9, E. Shelton 8 JETS – J. Byers 14, T. Kreitzer 7, G. Sargent 6, B. Sease 5, K. Cool 4, D. Brumbaugh 2, L. Knight 2 In the early game, Arcanum seventh graders defeated Franklin Monroe 45-34.

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Blackhawks’ second half derails Railroaders BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY – The Mississinawa Valley Blackhawks had to play catchup after trailing the Bradford Railroaders 20-9 midway through the second period of play before pulling away in the second half for a 5242 Cross County Conference win. “We came out really slow and we just weren’t moving,” said MV coach Tim Barga. “We had a couple kids we didn’t start; Max Dirmeyer didn’t start and Matt Slob didn’t start.” “Slob kind of tore his ankle up the last game and that’s the reason he didn’t play the fourth quarter,” Barga added. “We wanted to rest him and get him as

much rest as possible.” Bradford’s 6’2” senior Josh Phillips led the Railroaders with four ﬁrst quarter points, Dialaquan Millhouse nailed 3-3 at the free throw line, Andy Branson drilled a three pointer and Jake Barga hit a bucket to give the visitors a 12-5 lead after one period of play. “We did a really good job of coming out tonight executing in the ﬁrst half and sharing the ball,” said Bradford coach Dante Dunston. “We didn’t care too much about who scored and when our team is like that it makes it easy for our team to score.” Period No. 2 had the Railroaders pushing its lead to 20-9 with 4:18 showing bringing a tim-

eout from the Blackhawks’ bench. “It was time to call one,” Coach Barga said of the timeout. “I didn’t call a timeout early. We was just watching and watching and watching an all the sudden we weren’t running our plays, we weren’t running stuff – ﬁrst pass and chuck it up, so we took that timeout. We run a couple plays and all the sudden we got open shots.” MV would make a 9-2 run to close out ﬁrst half scoring sending the teams to the break with Bradford holding a 22-18 advantage. Ethan Bowman led Mississinawa with seven second quarter points including two treys, Matt Slob came off the bench to

score two baskets and DJ Howell added a bucket. The Blackhawks used Period No. 3 to outscore the visitors 17-5, grabbing their first lead of the night, a 23-22 advantage at 6:39 before sending the game to the final period of play with MV holding a 35-27 lead. Bowman and Slob each accounted for six third period points and Blake Scholl added five for the Hawks. Mississinawa made it back-to-back 17 point quarters taking the fourth by a 17-15 score to earn the CCC Tuesday night win. “We faced quite a bit of adversity in the second half – we weren’t able to respond and that comes with experience,” stated

Ethan Bowman brings the ball upcourt for the Blackhawks in CCC win over Bradford. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Dunston. “We haven’t been in that situation for a while, being that close at

the end of a game so when that adversity hit us, it kind of shocked us and we didn’t know how to react. Hopefully this will get the experience for later down the road.” “It’s great to see them all work together and come together as a system and have some fun out there,” Dunston concluded. Ethan Bowman led Mississinawa Valley and all scorers with a game high 19 points. BLACKHAWKS – E. Bowman 19, M. Slob 10, DJ Howell 9, C. Dirksen 5, B. Scholl 5, A. Scholl 2, M. Dirmeyer 1, T. Collins 1 RAILROADERS – D. Millhouse 11, J. Phillips 11, P. Smith 9, A. Branson 9, J. Barga 2

Are coaches being cyber-bullied? BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Nationwide it is becoming common practice to use social media to trash talk high school coaches. Sadly our county has not been spared the nastiness of a few keyboard warriors. I’ve learned coaches don’t trash talk parents, fans and those that just like to be a nuisance, but those that trash talk coaches can be an irritation to our sports

programs. Our coaches are some of the ﬁnest in the country at their trade and serve as role models to our athletes. Most played their sport in high school and the college level while some have coached at the college level. Many have been inducted into high school and college Hall of Fames, named First Team high school and college athletes, All-Americans and yet a few adults think they are qualiﬁed to judge our best.

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Lady Indians get senior night win BY CLINTON RANDALL CORESPONDANT crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City girls basketball team got a 66-48 senior night victory over the visiting Lady Tigers of Ansonia Tuesday. The Lady Indians were led by senior Justiss Cantu with 26 points, eight re-

bounds and six steals – while senior Kahlee Dowler scored seven points. Sophomore Mackenzie Green recorded 15 points and six rebounds for UC, while sophomore Maddy Cox added 14 points and six boards. Union City will begin sectional play on Jan. 30 on their home court.

I requested some of our coaches to give thoughts and concerns of negative social media posts. Coaches were asked, “How does negative social medial effect their student athletes?” “Kids are having a good time until someone destroys it for them by having that negativity.” “As soon as people start to talk negative, sometimes kids start to believe it.” “Sometimes kids believe in what they read on social media. That hurts programs and it hurts schools.” Another question put to coaches; “How does it affect your team?” “The things that we’re doing on a nightly basis in practice takes months and months to build up unity. You can make a negative post and it completely destroys everything we have worked for all of those hours.” “If you are going on social media trashing coaches, it’s embarrassing, it’s very childlike if you are acting in that way. It’s the same thing we’re teaching our athletes not to do because it’s embarrassing. It’s embarrassing to the program.” “You don’t know the whole story. You don’t know everything going on. You could have a kid that just found out their grandparent has cancer, so they play terrible, they have the worst week of their life and lose a couple games and all the sudden now you’re trashing the players, trashing the coach and you have no idea what’s going on.” “You really don’t even understand what they are dealing with during a two hour practice and during the course of a season. You have no clue what is really happening behind those doors.” All coaches agree they want to win, but a coach that’s in it long enough will endure social media wrath that comes not only with a losing season but a winning

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and say hurtful things towards coaches – misery always needs company and when you find people to kind of join you when you’re miserable it completely destroys the moral of everybody else. It’s just like a cancer.” The final question to each coach: name one good thing that comes from trashing a coach on social media. “There is not one thing that is ever going to come from belittling a coach. I think it does too much damage. As a coach I’m not really worried about what people think of me but it can damage my program and that is something I’m worried about. It could bring a negative aura to our program and all the sudden you lose support and support is important. You could lose athletes which now has definitely affected your program. You lose interest, you lose a lot of things when there is that negativity around your program.” “There is just nothing good that comes out of it. I think it creates tension within the community. Any-

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Local church hosts conference on porn and sex addiction ARCANUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Castine Church of the Brethren, in Arcanum, is hosting a two-day conference to address the harmful impacts of pornography and sexual addiction in partnership with Pure Desire Ministries. Pure Desire University exists to raise up leaders and encourage people who understand the harmful impact of pornography and sexual addiction, and who are willing to engage in the ďŹ ght for healthy sexuality in the home and community. Recent studies have

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GHS Class of 1964 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville High School Class of 1964 will gather for their monthly luncheon on Feb. 8, noon, at the Greenville Moose Lodge on Sweitzer Street. Everyone is welcome for a fun time. They look forward to seeing everyone. If you need more information, call Sue at 467-6894.

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Card Shower for Bets Smith GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Family and friends of Bets (Ferguson) Smith would like to honor her with a card shower in celebration of her 90th birthday, Feb. 6. Greetings and wellwishes may be sent to her at Brethren Retirement Community, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville, OH 45331 - Attn: Bets Smith.

Arcanum BOE special meeting ARCANUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold a special meeting at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1, in the board of education ofďŹ ce. This meeting will be an executive session to consider matters required to be kept conďŹ dential by federal law or regulations or state statutes.

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MARIA STEIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A prayer service to for heart health, disease prevention, physical healing and peace for the soul while enduring physical suffering will take place on Sunday, Feb. 11, in the Shrine Adoration Chapel at Maria Stein. Prayers for the Heart to St. John of God will begin at 2 p.m. It is open to the public, especially those who personally suffer from, are concerned about, and give care to those suffering from these conditions. February is National Heart Month. To do their part for this important occasion, the Maria Stein Shrine would like to help raise awareness about heart disease, with a fo-

cus on spiritual healing. The service will include a prayer, song, testimonials and veneration of the relic of Saint John of God. The Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics provides faith nourishment and spiritual renewal through opportunities for prayer and pilgrimage and inspiration from the lives of the saints. People from around the world visit the shrine to explore and enjoy this environment rich in holiness and history. The Shrine is located at 2291 St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road, Maria Stein. To learn more about the Maria Stein Shrine of the Holy Relics, visit www.mariasteinshrine.org.

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Shaners celebrate 50th anniversary ROSSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ronald Eugene Shaner, 71, and Linda Ann (Duke) Shaner, 68, of Rossburg, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple was married Jan. 1, 1968 in Portland, Ind. by the Rev. Kail Ruffner. Ron Shaner is the son of the late Daniel and Lovina Shaner. Linda Shaner is the daughter of the late Cledus Duke and Doris Duke of Portland, Ind. Attendants at the wedding were: Tina Duke, bridesmaid; Bob Briner, best man; Susan Pendle-

ton, ďŹ&#x201A;ower girl; Jeff Duke, ring bearer; John Cattell, Daniel Duke and Larry Duke, ushers; and Julie Brewer, guest book attendant. Their wedding colors were blue and pink. The Shaners have two sons and two daughtersin-law, Jonathan and Lucinda (Easterday) Shaner of Rossburg and David and Megan (Severance) Shaner of Newark; and two grandchildren, Daniel and Kristine Shaner of Rossburg. Their sons surprised the couple with a week-long trip to Las Vegas in early January.

Hittleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 50th anniversary GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The children of Donald & Marilyn Hittle would like to wish their parents a wonderful 50th Anniversary on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018. Donald is retired from the Brethren Retirement Community and Marilyn is retired from JCPenny. They have four children, John Crowell (deceased), Greenville; Gery & JoEllen Melling (Crowell), Greenville; Jeff & Cherie Hittle, Greenville; and Gregory & Jennifer Peck (Hittle), Bradford. They are loved by their children, many grandchildren and great grandchildren, and many nieces and

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NEAL – Martha D. Neal, 72, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 at 6:40 a.m. at Reid Health. She was born June 3, 1945 in Union City, Ind. the daughter of the late Raymond & Doris (Rickert) Stump. She enjoyed playing bingo, coloring, doing crossword & puzzle books. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter in law: Anita J. Neal; brothers: Harry, Delbert, Richard, Rodney, and Robert Stump; and sisters: Mary Alice Alexander, Ruth Ralston, and Nellie Stump. She is survived by her husband: Wayne Neal of Greenville; children & spouses: Randy & Karen Neal of New Zealand, Becky Snyder of Greenville, Terry Neal of Ansonia, Cheryl & Jason Ruble of Huber Heights, and Amber Neal of Greenville; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brothers: Raymond Stump Jr. of Union City, Ohio, Charles Stump of Celina, and Gilbert Stump of Columbus; sisters: Dorothy Heistand of Greenville, and Catherine Stump of Greenville; and numerous nieces & nephews Services will be held on Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Jeff Harper ofﬁciating. Burial will follow in Snell Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

COX – Judith Lynn Cox, 71, of Greenville, passed away on Jan. 16, 2018 at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center, Greenville. Judith was born on March 24, 1946 in Union City, Ohio, the daughter of the late Everett Cox and the late Eula Thornburg. In addition to her parents, Judith was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa Barbour; her granddaughter, Ashley McDowell; and two brothers, Kenny and Tom Patterson. Judith had a love of puzzles. She would spend her spare time either piecing together a jigsaw puzzle or completing crossword and other word puzzles. Judith is survived by her grandchildren, Christopher McDowell, Bradley (Kelly) McDowell, and Jeffrey McDowell, all of Greenville; her brother, David (Joyce) Patterson of West Milton, Ohio; her step-sister, Wilma Fryman of West Milton; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life services was held Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville with Dan Kuhbander ofﬁciating. Burial is in Greenville Union Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Oliver Floyd Funeral Home to help offset expenses. Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www. oliverﬂoyd.com. HEDGER – Lucy (Hall) Hedger, 85, of Hollansburg, died Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. A Celebration of Life service was held Monday, Jan. 22, 2018 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial

Worch hosts tax preparers VERSAILLES – Worch Memorial Public Library and AARP Tax-Aide have teamed up again to offer free tax preparation services at the library, 790 S. Center St. Any community member can bring in their tax information and have their basic 2017 taxes prepared and electronically ﬁled for free by a trained AARP tax professional. Every Thursday beginning Feb. 1 until April

12, AARP Tax-Aide will have qualiﬁed volunteer tax preparers at the library from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year, there will be evening appointments available one Thursday a month. Appointments are needed; call the library at 526-3416 to sign up. If you need more information on this or any other program at the library, contact the library at 526-3416 or visit www. worch.lib.oh.us.

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ALEXANDER – Barry Alexander, 64, of Hollansburg, died Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018. A Celebration of Life service was held Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 at Braund Pope Funeral Home, New Madison. Burial is in Hollansburg Cemetery. SUMMERS – George “Sonny” Summers, 57, of Hollansburg, died January 19, 2018. A Celebration of Life service was held Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. BLAINE

– William (Bill) Blaine, 88, of Greenville, died Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018. A Memorial Service was held Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 in the St. John Lutheran Church, Greenville. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in the St. John Church Cemetery.

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– Evelyn “Eve” Marie Fout, 72, of Bradford, died Saturday, Jan. 20, 2018. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 at the StockerFraley Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment is at Harris Creek Cemetery, Bradford.

MILLER – Betty June Miller, 87, of Ansonia, died Friday, Jan. 19. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Ansonia Cemetery. EVERHART – Helen S. Everhart, 101, of Greenville, died Sunday, Jan. 21, 2018. Funeral Services were held Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Cemetery. KUHLMAN – Donna R. Kuhlman, 85, of Greenville, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2018. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Garden in Darke County. DENLINGER – Elizabeth Denlinger, of Greenville, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. A funeral service was held Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 at the Old German Baptist Brethren

Church, Covington. Interment is at Oakland Cemetery, Bradford.

SOMMER – William “Bill” J. Sommer, 68, of Covington, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. A prayer service was held Friday, Jan. 26, 2018 at the Bridges-Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Covington. Interment is at Highland Cemetery, Covington. RIDOUT

– Andy Howard Ridout, 67, of Greenville, died Jan. 21, 2018. A Celebration of Life service was held Friday, Jan. 26, 2018, at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Arlington Cemetery.

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– Jane Stoner-McGlinch, 89, died Jan. 20, 2018. Family and friends were invited to call at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, on Friday, Jan. 26, 2018. A private interment was held at Greenville Union Cemetery following services.

FOCHT – `Aine O’Donnell Focht, of Pleasant Hill, died Monday, Jan. 22, 2018. A funeral mass and interment of cremains at Maple Hill Cemetery, Tipp City, will be held at a later date.

RINGLEY Y – Barbara L. Ringley Nugent, 84, of Ocala, Fla. and formerly of Greenville, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2018. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. The family will receive friends Saturday from 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial in Goshen Cemetery in Richmond, Ind. will be at the convenience of the family.

HAAG – Christina “Christi” Haag, 38, of Greenville, died Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018. Family and Friends may visit on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery. HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Ansonia UM Movie Night ANSONIA – Ansonia United Methodist Church will host a Movie Night on Feb. 3, 7 p.m. This month’s free movie will feature a little orphan boy, Toby Tyler, who runs away to join a circus following a quarrel with his foster parents. Toby is then exposed to a magical new world that includes a wacky chimpanzee named Mr. Stubbs. But the boy’s friendship with paternal candy seller is considerably less endearing – especially when Tupper starts showing his meanspirited true colors. Popcorn and drinks provided. Visitors are encouraged to bring a friend.

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New owner at Arcanum Veterinary Services BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

ARCANUM - After spending more than two decades working as the veterinarian for The Iams Company in Lewisburg, then two years as an instructor for Miami Jacobs vet tech program in Troy, Dr. John Burr thought it was time to try his hand at opening his own practice. On Dec. 1, Burr officially did just that when he bought retiring veterinarian Dr. David Farst’s Arcanum Veterinary Services. The practice has five employees who will be working alongside Burr, including two vet techs, Holly Delk and Faith Beisner; receptionist Mary Ann Maurer; office manager Brenda Schaar; and business manager Kim Guttadore. Specializing in small animals, Burr, who earned his degree from The Ohio State University, said he felt “it was time to go out on my own.” Burr said the two years he spent teaching at Miami Jacobs “helped prepare me to be here.” Arcanum Veterinary Services patients and their pet parents will continue to see quality services, along with some new programs, Burr said. One such new addition will be partnering with Braund Pope Funeral Home to provide in-home euthanasia.

Dr. John Burr is the new owner of Arcanum Veterinary Services, located at 510 N. Main St., Arcanum. (Susan Hartley photo)

“It’s more comfortable for the pet and pet owners. They don’t have to bring the pet out of its home to us,” Burr said, noting a funeral home representative will accompany him to the home and will offer cremation services. “We take care of them from the time they are tiny to the end of life,” Burr said about his furry patients. Other services will continue, such as preventative care and vaccines, health care for sick pets, spay and neuter services, and senior care for older pets, for example, managing arthritis pain for quality of life. The practice also will continue to offer special incentives, Burr said. During the month of January, Arcanum Veterinary Services is collecting

food (human) for FISH of Darke County and pet foods and supplies for the Darke County Shelter. In February, the practice will be observing National Dental Month with a 15 percent off of a dental procedure and pet gifts to take home. Appointments are being booked now for a pet dental checkup. In March, Burr is planning on celebrating Farm Dog Month by offering check-ups to get Darke County’s farm dogs ready for spring. Burr will focus on heartworm, ﬂea and tick prevention. Burr also invites local students, including 4-Hers, who may be working on animal projects, to stop by for assistance. “Or if they just wish to know what it’s like in the day of a typical practice.” Burr and his wife Anne, who works with Northmont City Schools, reside in Phillipsburg. They have two children, Mikayla, a junior at Otterbein majoring in theater and Sean, a junior at Troy Christian. The family currently has one pet, a Golden Labrador named Coda. Coda was trained as a companion dog, but Burr says, “they forgot to tell her she can’t chase cats” while with her companion. “So she’s with us.” For more information about Arcanum Veterinary Services, call 937-6928214.

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Darke Co. Right to Life marches for life RYAN BERRY

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Getting set for their annual ﬁremen’s dance are Cody Spencer (seated behind the wheel of the engine) and (standing) Suzanne Spencer, Cory Meadows, John Snyder and Paul McCleskey. The dance will be Feb. 17 at a new location with new entertainment. (Linda Moody photo)

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ANSONIA – With a new venue and new entertainment, the Ansonia Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting its annual ﬁreman’s dance on Feb. 17 from 8 p.m. to midnight, with doors opening at 7. The location this year will be PAWS Bingo, 848 Martin St., Greenville, featuring the band Whiskey Bizness. Food will be available with an open kitchen manned by a crew from the Darke County Humane Society. “Whiskey Bizness is a local group who plays everything,” said Cory Meadows, organizer of the dance. “They play a wide variety of

music.” The evening will also feature raffles, 50/50 drawing and door prizes. “Alcohol cannot be carried in,” Meadows noted. Tickets can be purchased from any Ansonia firefighter at $6 singles and $10 a couple presale and $7 singles and $12 a couple at the door the evening of the dance. Those interested may call Meadows at 621-1772. “All proceeds from the dance will go to the fire department while the proceeds from the kitchen will be going to the Darke County Humane Society,” he pointed out. The Ansonia Volunteer Fire Department has 24 firefighters, under the leadership of Chief Bill Clark Jr. and newly-elected Assistant Chief Paul McCleskey.

BWC hosts Better You, Better Ohio! wellness program SUSAN HARTLEY

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VERSAILLES – In hopes of creating a healthier workforce, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation is unveiling the Better You, Better Ohio! free workplace wellness program. On Tuesday, the Versailles Chamber of Commerce hosted an informational program for employers of small businesses, whose employees are eligible to enroll in the onlinebased wellness program. Geared to businesses of 50 or fewer employees, the Better You, Better Ohio! program will target Ohioans who are at greater risk for on-the-job injuries and will focus on employees who do not have workplace wellness programs. According to information shared by the BWC, in 2017, Ohio’s health ranking stood at 39th among the 50 states. Health challenges and outcomes are mostly associated with lifestyle behaviors, the BWC points out – and are mostly associated with lifestyle behaviors, The new wellness program will aide individuals by improving behaviors by using the resources and support services that health and wellness programs offer. Tony Bougham, a regional business consultant for the BWC, was on hand to introduce the new offering to about 10 business representatives who attended the informational session. Bougham said a surplus in the state’s workers’ compensation fund was “being put toward the wellness initiative, which will improve

the overall health and safety” of employees. Bougham said the BWC is asking small business employees to be the “cheerleaders” and help promote Better You, Better Ohio! The program is free for employees, who will be able to sign up online beginning Feb. 1 to see if they are eligible. Employers will have no other duties concerning the program and all health information provided by participants will be confidential, Bougham said. Employers benefit with reduced absenteeism and improved recovery time from employee injuries. Employees will benefit by having free access to health and wellness information, health education and training, information about health assessments and biometric screenings, which may be performed by the individual’s physician. A member-engagement website will allow members to develop health plans and track progress, a state-ofthe-art mobile app for creating weekly action plans and receiving health tips, and digital coaching. Employees who will be eligible for Better You, Better Ohio! may include those working in 50 or less employee businesses in agriculture, industrial, retail, food service, and public service. Bougham said the county’s small businesses will receive information soon concerning the new wellness program. Or those interested may visit go.activehealth. com/betteryoubetterohio The wellness program will be sponsored by the BWC and powered by ActiveHealth Management.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Late Thursday evening, 48 pro-life supporters boarded a bus at the Versailles Knights of Columbus for a 33-hour marathon to Washington, D.C. and back. The group had a singular mission and would soon join tens of thousands of people from across the nation in that mission – to save the lives of unborn babies. Approximately 50,000 individuals participated in the 45th annual March for Life. The march from the Washington Monument to the Supreme Court building is held annually on the anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade decision that legalized abortion. Prior to the march, participants listened as one speaker after another encouraged the marchers to keep fighting while others shared personal testimonies of how they were encouraged to end their pregnancy because of health issues facing their unborn children, but chose not to and today have healthy children. For the first time in 45years, a sitting president addressed the March for Life group. “Today I’m honored and really proud to be the first president to stand with you here at

The Darke County Right to Life delegation gathered outside the White House prior to March for Life.

the White House and to address the 45th March for Life,” said President Donald Trump. Addressing those gathered on the National Mall, Trump said, “You all come for one beautiful cause. To build a society were life is celebrated, protected and cherished. The March for Life movement was born out of love. You love your families, you love your neighbors, you love our nation and you love every child born and unborn because you believe every life sacred; that every child is a precious gift from God.” Vice President Michael Pence also addressed marchers saying, “Over 240 years ago, they (founding fathers) declared these truths to be self-evident that we are, each of us, endowed by our creator with certain inalienable

rights. Among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Fortyﬁve years ago the Supreme Court of the United States turned its back on the inalienable right to life, but in that moment our movement began.” Jake DeMange led the local Right to Life group’s trip and explained this was the group’s third trip in the last four years. “The trip each year gets more and more exciting. Just to bring younger kids and be able to bring a bus full. The ﬁrst year we had 22 people that got on the bus.” However, the past couple years has boasted a delegation of around 50 people. “The average age of the bus this year is 41-years-old. We probably had anywhere from 12 to 16 younger kids. It’s exciting to see them come with their parents,”

DeMange said. The younger generation was a huge part of this year’s movement with thousands of kids representing schools in attendance. A few Versailles’ students, Claire McEldowney, Colleen Gehret, Payton Berger, Lara Beckmann, Kylie Lyons, Danielle Nerderman and Jorja Pothast, spoke about the trip. They agreed, “I think it’s just great meeting other people and seeing all the different cultures, but we’re all there for the same reason.” They admitted they see themselves as being the generation that continues this ﬁght. In addition to listening to speakers and participating in the march, the Darke County Right to Life delegation also attended Mass at St. Matthew’s Cathedral.

Rhonda Vincent and the Rage play to packed Memorial Hall GAYLEN BLOSSER

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GREENVILLE – Rhonda Vincent and the Rage took Memorial Hall by storm to a sold-out Saturday night bluegrass concert sponsored by Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA). Famously crowned as “The New Queen of Bluegrass” by the Wall Street Journal and the most decorated artist in the ﬁeld with over 80 awards to their name, Rhonda Vincent and the Rage are the most celebrated band in bluegrass. The Grammy Nominated Bluegrass Queen is an 8-time IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year, 6-time Grammy nominee and most awarded group in Blue Grass history. The World Class group gave a breath-taking one-

of-a-kind performance for those in attendance, but not before Vincent got a tour of downtown Greenville. “I got a tour – Keith (Rawlins) gave me complete tour of Greenville,” Vincent said. “When I found out the Maid-Rites were here – I grew up in Missouri and usually we have to go to Iowa for Maid-Rites.” “I got on Yelp this morning and was looking at the restaurants. All the sudden top of the list – Maid-Rites and it’s like, are you kidding me, they have a Maid-Rite shop.” “You better believe I love them,” Vincent said. “Keith bought eight of them for us – CheeseRites actually. I didn’t quite understand the gum on the outside of the building but maybe we’ll go back and write something with different col-

Rhonda Vincent and the Rage take the stage at Memorial Hall in Greenville. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

ors of gum.” Getting one of the premier Nashville groups to Memorial Hall not only takes time, but persistence by the DCCA staff. “It took some doing, it took a lot of work to ﬁnd someone the caliber of Rhonda Vincent,” said Keith Rawlins, DCCA Artistic Director. “To get her here takes a lot of routing because she is a standout and so busy. She’s always out playing so we really

had to wait for the right route and that’s what did it. We kept trying, we kept working at it and that work payed off.” Following the concert, Vincent and her entire band stayed until the last fan left Memorial Hall, having photos taken and autographs signed with the very humble musician and her band before tearing down and moving on to their next concert date.

Ohio Township Day celebrated by DCTA DARKE COUNTY – On Feb. 1, Darke County Township Association, (DCTA), representing 20 townships, will join Ohio’s other townships and residents by celebrating Ohio Township Day. This day has been set aside to recognize the hard work and dedication of township trustees and fiscal officers and to promote grassroots government in general. The first form of gov-

ernment in Ohio, the township remains one of the most efﬁcient and economical government institutions in the state. The 1308 townships across the state serve nearly 45 percent of Ohio’s population. Townships provide many services to their residents. Road maintenance, ﬁre protection, cemetery, zoning/land use planning and providing parks and recreation are only a small

sample of a township’s responsibilities. Informational brochures and a video on the functions and history of township government can be requested by local junior and senior high schools for use in their government classes to help further educate students about the history and functions of township government. The Darke County

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VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; On Feb. 24, 8 a.m. to noon, the Versailles FFA will be hosting the third annual Omelet Breakfast and Farm Toy Display Show to recognize the local agriculturalist and promote the agriculture industry. This event will be open for all of the public to enjoy. The Versailles FFA chapter would like to personally invite and encourage you to enter the farm toy display contest. The contest is free and open to all youth in Darke County. Sponsored by the Darke County Farm Bureau, awards and monetary prizes will be awarded for each division. All participants will receive a small prize; however, ďŹ rst place in each division will receive $25, second place $15, and third place $10. All displays along with a tag with your name and age must be delivered to Versailles FFA Advisor Dena Wuebker at Versailles Schools near the Greenhouse door (door 4) from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22. If this date, does not work to drop off the display, please contact Mrs. Wuebker to determine an earlier date, all displays need dropped off by 6 p.m. on Feb 22. All displays will be judged prior to the breakfast and the Farm Displays

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Republican Men’s Club holds January meeting

Shown are the winners of this year’s Hoop Shoot Contest and volunteers from the Greenville Elks.

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GREENVILLE – On Jan. 14, the Greenville Elks held its annual Hoop Shoot Contest for boys and girls ages 8-13. The contest was held in the Greenville High School gymnasium. The contestants shot 25 free throws with the winners advancing to the district ﬁnals to be held at Wilmington College. The winners for this year are – Boys Ages 8-9, Dominick Black, ﬁrst place, Bennet Levmon, second place; Boys Ages 10-11 –

Regan Christ, first place, Trey Edmon, second place; and Boys Ages 12-13, Avery Ernst, first place, and Mason Blanton, second place. In the Girls Division, winners are – Ages 8-9, Adalyn Paul, first place, Kenzie Holman, second place; and Ages 10-11, Isabella Black, first place, and Evelyn Locke, second place. There were not girls competing in the 12-13 age group. The Elks thank everyone for their participation.

Darke Co. Parks host Full Blue Moon Hike GREENVILLE – Join Darke County Parks for a hike under the light of the second full moon of January! They will meet at Worth Family Nature Preserve on Jan. 31, 6 p.m., for a walk in the woods. While commonly referred to as a “blue moon,” it depends on the deﬁnition you wish to use. The original deﬁnition referred to the unusual third full moon in a given season (so no blue moon for winter 2018); but the more colloquial meaning of a blue moon refers to the second full moon of a month... which would

mean there will be a blue moon in January 2018 and March 2018. To continue the uniqueness of this Jan. 31 full moon... it’s also a Total Lunar Eclipse and will result in a “blood moon.” Sadly, in Ohio, we will only see the very beginning of this “bloody blue moon” just as the moon sets, with the most visibility occurring on Jan. 31 at 6:48 a.m. Bring a ﬂashlight and dress for the weather. Please call the Nature Center at 937-548-0165 to conﬁrm if the weather is of concern. Directions can be found at darkecountyparks.org.

Workshops to help growers planned GREENVILLE – OSU Extension, Darke County will be hosting workshops during the next two months that will help growers advance their farming operations. The meetings will range from tax updates to an Outlook on Agriculture for 2018. Programs to be held are: Jan. 29 – Farmer/Landowner Income Tax Issues Webinar Feb. 13 - On Farm Research Review and Planning for 2018 Feb. 19 – Darke County Pesticide and Fertilizer Applicator Recertiﬁcation Feb. 21 and 24 – Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop Feb. 27 - Farm Transition and Succession March 23 – 2018 Darke County Ag Outlook / Chamber Ag Day

Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Download the full ﬂyer and registration at http://darke. osu.edu or stop in the of ofﬁce to register. Registration deadlines are the week before the event. For more information about OSU Extension, Darke County, visit the Darke County OSU Extension web site at www.darke.osu.edu, the OSU Extension Darke County Facebook page or contact Sam Custer, at (937) 548-5215.

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TIFFIN – According to Dr. Peter Holbrook, provost, Lucas Gower, of Arcanum, has been named to the Dean’s List at Tifﬁn University for the 2017 fall semester.

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GREENVILLE – The Republican Men’s Club held its ﬁrst meeting of 2018. This month, many gathered to discuss the upcoming Primary Election, the future of the club and received reports of what is going on in the county, state and federal governments. In attendance were candidates for the Ohio 80th House District. This seat will become open after current Representative Steve Huffman seeks the Ohio’s 8th Senate seat in May. The club invites a speaker each month to talk about pertinent topics affecting our community and to educate the group of growth as well. This month the guest speaker was Wayne Deschambeau President/ CEO of Wayne Healthcare. He shared some history of healthcare, the progression of the growth of the hospital, and the future of Wayne Healthcare. He explained the possible future expansion to bring updated technology to the Greenville Campus, also the expansion of Women’s Healthcare, and the growth of their Wellness Programming. This was all exciting news to have this kind of commitment to the community and such quality care close to home here in Darke County. February’s guest speaker will be Jim Buchy, retired state legislator. The Republican Men’s Club meets in the side dining room at the Brethren Retirement Community the third Saturday each month at 8 a.m. Feel free to come out at 7:30 a.m. and enjoy

Take a Child to the Library

VERSAILLES – Worch Memorial Public Library is happy to announce it is hosting Take a Child to the Library Day on Saturday, Feb. 10, all day. Anyone that updates their card on that day will get their name in a rafﬂe for a great prize. During this year’s all day event, patrons and children can enjoy a book themed miniature golf game. Come in to see and play the course. Make sure to update your card on that day and get your name in for the Take a Child to the Library rafﬂe. For more information on this activity or anything else at the library, visit www. worch.lib.oh.us or call 5263416.

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reg. 1.59

WHIPPED TOPPING .99ea ................................................

Smith Dairy 56 oz. Quality reg. 3.69 ICE CREAM 2.99ea ................................................ Stouffer’s 90 oz. reg. 14.99 Family Size LASAGNA ENTREES 10.99ea ................................................ TGI Friday’s 8-14 oz. reg. 4.49 APPETIZERS 2.49ea ................................................ Culinary Circle 21.9-33.5 oz. reg. 5.99 PIZZAS 3.99ea ................................................ Ore Ida 16-32 oz. reg. 3.99 Hash Browns, Tots and Assorted FRENCH FRIES 2.49ea ................................................

BOLOGNA 2.29lb ................................................ SUMMER SAUSAGE 3.99lb ................................................ PEPPERONI 4.29lb ................................................ Eckrich 14 oz. Regular or

reg. 2.79

Hillshire Farms 14 oz.

reg. 3.99

BUNSIZE FRANKS .99ea ................................................ LIT’L SMOKIES 2.99ea ................................................

Beef Boneless, Shoulder Beef Boneless,

Fresh, Never Frozen

CHICKEN WINGS 2.49lb ................................................ CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS .69lb ................................................

GROCERY

Mikesell’s 9-10 oz. Party Size

reg. 3.29

Mikesell’s 12-16 oz.

reg. 2.29

POTATO CHIPS 1.99ea ................................................ PRETZELS 1.69ea ................................................ Post 12.25 oz. reg. 4.79-5.19 Corn Pops, 12.2 oz. Froot Loops, 12.2 oz. Apple Jacks or 15 oz.

FROSTED LIMIT 1 FLAKES 1.99ea ................................................

Post 12.25 oz. reg. 3.99 Honeymaid Cereal or 11 oz. OREO CEREAL 2.49..... ea ........................................... Kellogg’s 8 Count reg. 2.89 POP TARTS 1.99ea

................................................ Maxwell House 30.6 oz. Original

reg. 7.99

GROUND COFFEE 4.99ea

Limit 1 with additional $20.00 purchase ................................................ Heinz 38 oz.

reg. 4.29

Keebler 9-13.8 oz.

reg. 3.29

Keebler 10.5-12.4 oz. Cheez-It Snack Mix or

reg. 3.29

KETCHUP 2.49ea ................................................

TOWN HOUSE CRACKERS 1.99ea ................................................ CHEEZ-ITS 1.99ea ................................................

Nabisco 3.5-9.1 oz. reg. 3.49 Wheat Thins, Better Cheddars and Assorted SNACK CRACKERS 1.99ea ................................................ Nabisco reg. 2.99 7.5-13.7 oz. Round RITZ CRACKERS 1.99ea ................................................

Hunt’s 15-16 oz. Manwich reg. 1.49

SLOPPY JOE SAUCE .99ea ................................................ Vanity Fair 40-100 Count

reg. 2.79

NAPKINS 1.99ea ................................................

Essential Everyday reg. 1.29 2.25-4.25 oz. Sliced or Chopped RIPE OLIVES .89ea ................................................ Essential Everyday reg. 1.29 5.75 oz. Sliced or Whole Stuffed GREEN OLIVES .99ea ................................................ Kraft 22-30 oz. reg. 3.99 REAL MAYONNAISE 2.99ea ................................................ Kraft 22-30 oz. reg. 3.99 MIRACLE WHIP 2.99 ea ................................................ Kraft 16 oz. reg. 2.99 SALAD DRESSINGS 1.99ea ................................................ Orville Redenbacher 3 Pack reg. 2.49

MICROWAVE 1.49ea POPCORN ................................................

Planter’s 16 oz. Cocktail Peanuts or Dry

reg. 4.49

Keebler 8-13.6 oz.

reg. 3.00

Nabisco 7-13 oz.

reg. 3.99

ROASTED PEANUTS 2.49ea ................................................ FUDGE SHOPPE COOKIES 1.99ea ................................................ CHIPS AHOY COOKIES 1.89ea ................................................ Rotel 10 oz.

reg. 1.89-1.99

TOMATOES .99ea ................................................ 12 oz. Cans 12 Pack Mt. Dew & PEPSI reg. 4.49

PRODUCTS 3/10.00 ................................................

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BUYING OLD GUITARS, Banjos, Mandolins & Amplifiers. ALSO buying Flutes, Saxophones, Trombones, Trumpets in good condition, Yamaha, Selmer, King, Conn. Bring them to Bach to Rock Music, 334 S. Cars/Trucks, running or Broadway, Greenville, not UP TO $500. Free OH for an offer. 937pick-up. 937-423-2703 547-1970, email: bachor 937-621-5809 torock@earthlink.net WANTED TO BUY Local buyer paying cash for antiques. Arcanum, Greenville, Darke Co & Darke Co Fair items & any other collectibles. No furniture bigger than a washstand. 692-8050

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In home child care in my home. Greenville/ Palestine area. CPR/ FIRST AID certified. 937 316 6266. HELP WANTED Wayne Crossing Apt. Is now taking applications for a Maintenance person. Comfortable compensation packages, health & wellness benefits. Growth & development resources, time off and / work life programs. Retirement and financial benefits. For more information and to apply please go to www.wodagroup. com-career and apply online. Full or part-time Carpenter. Minimum 2 years experience. 5482307

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Upcoming Events Calendar FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2

Poker: Texas Hold'em doors open at 6, games begin at 7 $25.00 buy in with a $5.00 Bounty

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3

Whiskey Bizness 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. $4.00 cover charge

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10

Steak dinner from 5-7 p.m. Tickets $12 each Trivia at 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Chicken Dinner 4:30-7 p.m. or until sold out $8.00 each carry out available Triple Nickel 7:30- 11:30 p.m. $4.00 cover charge

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23

Fish Fry from 5-7 p.m. or until sold out $8.00 each, tickets at door Todd Berry 8-11 p.m. no cover charge

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Singles dance 8-11 p.m. $6.00 ticket

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FOR RENT Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937316-8489. Equal HousGreenville small retail ing Opportunity business has part- 622 E Fourth St. 2 time position available. bedroom, 1 bath. $475 Some Fridays & every per month plus utilities. Saturday 9am-5pm are Refrigerator furnished required, more hours upon move-in. Not Metpossible. Must be en- ro approved. NO PETS! ergetic, friendly, reliable Call 937-417-4546 for & trustworthy. Duties: Rental Application Selling merchandise, Ansonia, St Rt 118 N. Inventory upkeep, 3 BR, bath, living room, Cleaning, plus more. laundry/utility room, MUST have some kitchen. Been Fully computer skills & be Remodeled. NO Metro/ able to operate a cash Pets. $575 mo. plus deregister. Some Heavy posit. 937-692-5798 Lifting. Send resume: Help Wanted/PT, c/o Castine - 2 BR moThe Early Bird, 5312 bile home. $475/mo + Sebring-Warner Rd, deposit & utilities. No Greenville, OH 45331 Pets. 937-678-2409

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3 bedroom brick ranch home for rent in Arcanum School District. Newly remodeled. Attached garage, large country lot, electric heat. No smoking. No pets. $725/month. Call 692-5278, 459-2172 3 BR home in Greenville & Palestine for Rent or Land Contract. $583 to $625/mo. 5485053 benanzer.com 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, basement, garage, fenced yard. Near hospital. $600/mo ++credit checked. 548-4448 3 bedroom apt. 207 Tillman Ave, Greenville. $525 a month/deposit. Call 937-459-7377 REAL ESTATE Spacious home for sale in Greenville Park, 312 Ave A. Turn-key. New from top to bottom! All new appliances stay. Move-in ready right away! Don’t miss out! Call 937-417-6837 anytime for private showing NEW PRICE $419,000, 877 SR 121, NEW MADISON, 60 acres, 2-3 BR/2 BA, 2 WBFP, pool, woods, pole barn, pond. NEW PRICE - $339,000, 11386 SR 121 N, NEW PARIS, 20 acres, brick ranch, 4-5 BR/3 BA, WBFP, basement, woods, outbuildings. BH&G BIG HILL 937437-0207

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Arcanum-Butler Local Schools are looking for substitute bus drivers Potential applicants must: - Be at least 22 years of age with a minimum of two years driving experience. - Have CDL driver’s license with school bus endorsement. - Have 15 hours pre-service program completed prior to employment - Have 20 hours on road instruction, with local OBI - Have satisfactory criminal background check - Pass a pre-employment drug test If interested fill out on line application, or contact Steve Christ, at 937-692-5174 #1329 Persons with all school bus requirements in place, full time employment will be available in the near future.

SIRE TECHNICIAN Birchwood Genetics, Inc. has a Sire Technician position available at our West Manchester, Ohio location. Responsibilities include care and feeding of boars, collection of product, cleaning and routine maintenance of barn equipment. Livestock experience is preferred. This is a high-health herd with strict bio-security. Contact with other swine is not permitted. $13.00 per hour and excellent benefits package. EOE. If you are interested in joining our team please call 1-800523-2536 for more details.

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General Associate Production Positions 2nd or 3rd shift Greenville Technology Inc., a plastic injection molding company serving the automotive industry, is interested in highly motivated and dependable individuals for production positions in our climate controlled Greenville, Ohio manufacturing facility.

Open positions are in Injection, Assembly and Paint Departments on 2nd and 3rd shifts. Skills/Requirements: Hand and tool-assisted assembly Inspection, sanding and buffing of painted parts Machine operation High regard for quality Willingness to work overtime Team-oriented Proven work record Rate: $13.50 starting pay per hour. $16.08 per hour after one year of service. Great Opportunities for growth within company Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 4011k Attendance and profit sharing bonuses Light Manufacturing Environment, Uniforms Provided Please send resume to: Greenville Technology, Inc. PO Box 974 Greenville, Ohio 45331 Or hr_employment@gtioh.com ***Open Interviews on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00PM at 5755 State Route 571 E. Greenville, Ohio 45331***

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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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UNION CITY, Ind. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Union City Lions Club met for the ďŹ rst time in 2018 on Jan. 9. The meeting was held at the Union City Community Room and started with a beef stew meal prepared by Vicky Vinson and Alan Jefferis. The program for the evening was presented by Fred Elliott, a teacher at Union City Jr./ Sr. High School. Fred has started an archery team at school and explained to the club how it got started, how many students are involved, and what the needs of the team are. The team competes in competitions afďŹ liated with the National Archery in Schools Program. They compete at schools in our area a few times through the winter. They also participate in a competition that can qualify the team or individu-

als for the state tournament. Fred brought three of the team members who also spoke about their experiences with the team. The three members who helped with the presentation were Katie Reichard, Ian Glunt, and Katie Elliott. The group was started with grant money and they are in need of more equipment to continue with the 16 students they have at this time and to continue to grow the program.

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ZONED LIC these 2 lots at corner of W. Park and St. Rt. 49 have plenty of possibilities! Mid 20s CORNER LOT with this 3 bedroom brick ranch at 1229 Northmoor! Over 1400 sq. ft. of living area; updated kitchen, appliances included! 2 car attached garage. $129,000 FENCED YARD with this 2-story home at 722 E. Fourth! Wood-burning fireplace; storage building; CORNER LOT! $57,900 4 ACRES M/L ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S! Can be divided! Call Joe for additional information! IN PALESTINE plenty of storage with this 3 bedroom home at 120 Lynn Street! Freestanding stove with custom chimney! 2+ car detached garage. Upper 60s IN WAYNE LAKES at 3721 West Drive you will find a 3 bedroom brick ranch that overlooks Lake Cucumber with access to Mohawk Lake! Wood-burning fireplace in spacious living room! $102,000 COMMERCIAL BUILDING at 5294 SebringWarner Road has over 5400 sq. ft. of warehouse space; 1185 sq. ft. of office space; 60x90 shop PLUS foyer and reception area! Newly painted exterior; 3 overhead doors w/ openers. $325,000 4 BEDROOMS in this 2-story home at 707 Martin Street! New carpet; new vinyl siding; covered front porch; 2 car detached garage PLUS 20x18 storage building!

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Greenville 104 Avenue B $117,000. 3 Bed, 2 bath, 1 car att. Garage, located in City Park. (747726) Out of Greenville 2241 Rush Rd. New Madison $34,000. 4 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car det. Garage, Â˝ acre on edge of town. (744205) 304 W. First St. Arcanum $128,000. 3 Bed, 2 bath, 2 car det. Garage, hardwood floors, fenced in yard, many updates. (751611)

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UC Junior and Senior High School honor roll UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City Junior/Senior High School is pleased to announce its honor roll for the ﬁrst semester.

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Seniors – Justiss Cantu, Keaton Collins, Ellie Kerns, Trevor Thompson, Haley Whitesel, and Nalaina Whitesel Juniors – Maria Casillas-Romero, Jacob Curry, Madison Fischer, Reagan Hoggatt, Sophia Spence, and Courtney Whitesel Sophomores – Evelyn Downey, Heidi Livingston,

Mya Maloy, Katie Reichard, Derick Williams, and Morgan Wymer Freshmen – Savannah Brewer, Kyle Buckingham, Madison Garrett, Ian Glunt, Collin Perry, Taylor Rains, Hunter Reagan, Tabius Reagan, Erik Terriquez, Michael Vore, and Chloe Wyatt Eighth Grade – Hannah Fischer, Braydon Hoggatt, Emily Livingston, Angie OsornioMachuca, Carlee Rismiller, Andrea Sanders, and Christina Sowinski Seventh Grade –

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Seniors – Paul Bailey, Joseth Barlow, Maci Beam, Libby Blankley, Wes Botkin, Zachary Bradbury, Gabriella Cantu, Emily Cline, Cody Crawford, Kahlee Dowler, Kyle Fenton, Chase Jefferis, Connor Kerns, Gabriel Loesch, Cassandra Martin, Christian Mills, Mackenzie Neeley, Kyler Purdin, Trevor Spence, Dawson Thornburg, and Breann Ward Juniors – Emalee Bocanegra, Megan Clemons, Abigail Crowder, Brayden Davis, Johnathan Gerstner, Peyton Jenkinson, Cameron Luster, Graci Price, Sydney Ralston, Corey Whitesel, and Aliya Zimmers Sophomores – Tony Abel, Quinton Adkins, David Bowers, John Carpenter, Grace Collins, Luzmaria Corona Lara, Paula Gallegos, Mackenzie Green, Mikayla Green, Shelby King, Sarah Neighbors, Emily O’Connor, Oswaldo

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Pena Perez, Vincent Pierce, Dakota Ring, Tanner Spence, Bryten Stewart, and Spencer Thomas Freshmen – Gabriel Addington, Ryan Armantrout, Jodi Carpenter, Mackenzie Charles, Xavier Killian, and ShyAnne Mays Eighth Grade –

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2490 STATE ROUTE 49 (AMERICAN LEGION) FT. RECOVERY, OHIO 45846

1987 Chevy Blazer - V6,5 Speed W/183,000 Miles 2007 Yamaha Tt230 - Extra Motor, New Handle Bars & Grips Antiques, Collectibles and Tools Planters Peanut Jars, Erie 9” Cast Iron Skillet, Favorite 10” Cast Iron Skillet, Corning Ware, White American Die Cast Tractor, Vintage Pyrex, Wagner Ware Dutch Oven, Stoneware Crocks, Large Doll Collection -(Ashton Drake, Lissi Dolls, Jan Hagara, Danbury Mint & More), Large Selection of Longaberger Baskets, Pitcher & Bowl Set W/stand, Howard Miller Wall Clock, Walnut Carved Rocker, Hand Carved Side Table W/drawer, Heirloom Plate Silverware Table, Quilts & Afghans, Large Collection of Boyds Bears & Cherished Teddies, Walnut Curved Glass Curio Cabinet, Drum Table, Walnut Hall Tree, Hurricane Lamps, Lane Cedar Jewelry Box, (1976, 81, 82, 85, 86, 88 & 1990 St. Henry Yearbooks), Costume Jewelry, Doll Bench, 1978 Mercer County History-2, Lamp Stand, Vintage Wood Windows, Multiple African American S&p’s, Blue Glass Vintage S&p, Wood Pulley, Race Head Sets, Parker Knife, John Deere Toy Planter, Lodge Skillet, No.5 Crown Crock, No.4 Anchor Crock, Avengers Comics, Ohio State Prints, Osu Golf Bag W/clubs, Cincinnati Reds Memorabilia, Samsung 60” Flat Screen Tv, Barnwood Style Tv Stand, Buckopoly Game Household/garage Items & Tools - Go Go Elite Traveler Scooter, Costway Dehumidifier, Toshiba 37” Flatscreen TV, Destress Ultra Massage Chair, Hickory Rocker, Child’s Glider Rocker, Shark Professional Series Vacuum, Toy Chest, Table W/4 Chairs, Holiday Decorations, Board Games, 300+ Dvd’s, Sports Cards, Food Saver Bag Vac, Weber Grill, Ball Canning Jars, Yarn & Craft Supplies, Craftsman Socket Sets, Craftsman Wrenches, Cast Net, Fishing Lures, Screwdrivers, Milwaukee Cordless Screwdriver, Hand Tools, Vice Grips, Gloves, Irvin Tools, Battery Charger, Log Chains, Tow Straps, Trailer Straps, Tie Downs, 12-2 Wire, Poulan Weed Eater & Chainsaw, Gas Cans, Small & Lg Air Compressors, Hedge Trimmer, Hitachi & Dewalt 18v Cordless Drill, Booster Pac, Homelite 3514 Chainsaw, Coleman Sportcat Heater, Magellan Roadmate 1440, Digital Multimeter, Craftsman Circular Saw, IPad mini. Terms: Cash, Check or Credit Card (3% Conv Fee) Not Responsible for Accidents Auctioneers Note: This Is a Nice Clean Estate With a Large Selection of Tools, Household, Collectibles, Antiques & More. For Full Pics & Details Go to Auctionzip.com #42900. Preview Friday February 2nd From 1-6. You Wont Want to Miss This Sale...

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KIRBY LYONS AUCTION FACILITY BLDG. #2 (WHITE BUILDING) 5317 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00AM

(WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) AUTOMOBILE 2003 Chevrolet Malibu LS 4 Door Sedan, V-6, Auto, AM/FM, P.W., P. Locks, Rear Spoiler, Alum. Wheels, Aqua Blue, Gray Leather, 194,038 Miles, Runs Good. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Copper Weather Vane w/Deer; Wood Sugar Bucket; Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post; 5 Gal. Army Jerry Can; Lg. Cast Iron Hanging Owl; Lighted Dbl. Sided Marlboro Cigarette Sign; Old Milwaukee Beer Clock; Lighted Old Milwaukee Sign; Wood Slaw Cutter; Breyers Moose Figurine; 1-Man Saw; 2-Meat Saws; McGuffey’s Readers; Cast Iron Bull Dog; Beam Decanters; Cast Iron Wood Burning Stove w/Chrome Trim; Pair of Cast Iron Ornate Bench Ends; Military Flashlight; sev. Oil Lamps; 5 Gal. Glass Bottle; Wagner Cast Iron Footed Kettle; Lg. Wagner Cast Iron Pot; Miller Beer Sign (Metal); Early Lg. Curved Handle Ceremony Knife; Fish Lure Sign (Metal); several Deer & Animal Horns; Gone With The Wind Style Lamp; Wagner Magnalite Roaster; Yamaha Saxophone w/Case & Acc.; Elec. G.T. 1:43 Scale Slot Car Racing Set; Marbles; Indian Jewelry; Claw Necklace; Hoof Gun Rack; (5) Cast Iron Skillets, Wagner & others; sev. Wagner Cast Iron Ash Tray Skillets; (2) Bone Handle Knives; (2) Buck Knives w/Sheaths; (2) Buck Pocket Knives & others; sev. Fillet Knives; numerous Traps, all types & sizes; Harley-Davidson Framed Gas Tank Collectibles; Harley-Davidson Posters, Leather & other H.D. Jackets; H.D. & NASCAR Die Casts; Children’s Story Books. LAWN TRACTOR – SNOW BLOWERS – MISC. Craftsman 15 ½ HP, 6 Speed, 42” Cut Lawn Tractor; Troy Bilt Mini Garden Tiller; Craftsman 3.8 HP 21” Gas Snow Blower; Stihl PS66 (Gas) Weed Trimmer; B&D Elec. Leaf Blower; Craftsman (Gas) Snow Blower; Wheel Barrow. WOODWORKING POWER TOOLS Hitachi C10-FL Table Saw (Nice); Wilton Planer 12 ½” Thickness (Nice); Craftsman 1 ½ HP Router & Table; Grizzly 6”x9” Belt & Disc Sander; Craftsman 2 ½ HP Radial Arm Saw; Craftsman 12” Band Saw; Skil 3100X Bench; HDC Portable Planer; Heavy Duty Trim Router; Dovetail Machine; B&D Firestorm Scroll Saw; 4” Biscuit Joiner; 5/16” Router Shop Source; Grizzly Biscuit Joiner. SHOP EQUIPMENT – POWER & HAND TOOLS Ingersoll Rand 60 Gal. Upright 3 HP Air Compressor (Like New); 25 Gal. Portable Air Comp. w/Hose; Troy-Bilt 5000 Watt Elec. Start Gas Generator (Like New); Craftsman 2-Pc. Rolling Tool Chest (Nice); Craftsman Rolling Mechanics Cart & Stool; Kennedy Tool Box; Milwaukee Saw-Zaw in Case; Stihl MS-210 Gas Chain Saw; 3-Ton Floor Jack; 2-Ton Chain Hoist; 1-Ton Jet Plain Trolley; Rigid 5 HP Shop Vacuum; Atlas Drill Press; NAPA Battery Charger (Commercial type); Craftsman Gasless Wire Feed Welder; Schumacher Battery Charger; Craftsman Elec. Chop/Miter Saw; 12-Gal. Shop Vacuum; (2) 6” Dbl. Bench Grinders; B&D Table Top Drill Press; Milwaukee 6” Cut Off Grinder & 3/8” Elec. Drill; Pittsburg ¾” Socket & Ratchet Set in Case (Nice); sev. Crescent & other Adjustable Wrenches; (4) Rigid Pipe Wrenches (various sizes); Husky Air Drill; ½” Air Impact Wrench; Torque Wrench; Craftsman & other Tool Boxes; Pittsburg 16-Pc. Combination Wrench Set; 2-Pc. Master Mechanic Tool Chest; Craftsman Ratchets (various sizes) Sockets 3/8” & ½” (Standard & Metric); 18 Volt Cordless Drill Set; X-Treme Garage Cabinet; T-Handle Allen Wrenches; (2) 4” Bench Vises; Hanson Tap & Die Set; Bostitch Air Nail Gun (Finish); Magnum Pneumatic Staple Gun; Magnum Pneumatic Brad Nailer; Ryobi Drilling & Driving Set; Bostitch Pneumatic Air Brad Nailer; Grizzly 18V Cordless Drill Set; Wagner Power Painter; Come-ALong; B&D Circ. Saw; 3/8” Elec. Drill; several Organizers; Lg. Steel Hook; Battery Tester; Craftsman Ratcheting Wrenches; 22-Pc. Wrench Set; Pipe Wrenches; Vise Grips; Metal Sheers; Channel Locks; Bostitch 6 Gal. Port. Air Compressor; H. Duty Jumper Cables; Craftsman 3/8” & ½” Sockets & Ratchets; Elec. Sanders; Tape Measurers; Reese Pintle Hitch Receiver; Pry Bars; (2) Welding Helmets; Mig 25 Wire; sev. C-Clamps; Nut Drivers; Chisels; Punches; Files; Quick Clamps; Corner Clamps; Pipe Clamps; Drill Bits; 4 Ft. Level; Laser Level; Retractable Ext. Cord Reel; Trouble Lights; Ext. Cords; Saw Horses; Hammers; Router Bits; Durex Tool Set; misc. Hardware; Air Hoses; 6 Ft. & 8 Ft. Fiberglass & Metal Ladders; (2) Alum. Extension Ladders; Hand Saws; Rolling Tool Chest Base; Poly & Metal Shelves; Fuel Cans; numerous Tow Straps (various sizes); (2) 8 Ft. Wood Folding Tables; (3) Hatchets; O-Ring Set; Driveway Bell; Log Chains. ANTIQUE FURNITURE Oak Wash Stand w/Wishbone Towel Rack; Oak Dresser; Lg. Cherry Finish Oak Seated Hall Tree w/Mirror; (2) Wood Rockers; Oak Dining Table; Oak Sect. Style Desk w/Book Shelf; 50’s Tall Bar Table & (4) Stools w/Chrome Legs. MODERN FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Queen Cherry Finish Sleigh Bed (Nice); Lg. Farm Style Dining Table w/(4) Chairs & Bench (Cherry Finish Top w/Black Trim); 6 Ft. 2-Door Glass Lighted Display Cabinet; Dual Reclining 3-Cushion Tan Sofa; Tan La-Z-Boy Rocker/Recliner; 4 Ft. 2-Pc. Maple Kitchen Hutch; Maple 4 Dr. Chest of Drawers; 3-Pc. Rose Color Set, 3-Cushion Sofa, Love Seat & Chair; Red Metal Frame Bunk Bed Unit; 5-Dr. Wood Chest of Drawers; (2) Oak Bookcase Wall Units (Nice); Maple Dining Table & (4) Chairs; sev. Metal Stools; Frigidaire Ref./Freezer (Black); Whirlpool Elec. Range; Samsung 47” Flat Screen TV; Maytag Port. Dishwasher; Dura-Flame Elec. Heating Stove. AIR RIFLES – AMMO – CAMPING EQUIPMENT Powermaster 66 & Crossman 760 Air/Pellet Rifles; (4) Boxes of Winchester Super X 12 Gauge Ammo; (2) Boxes of Winchester 20 Gauge Ammo; (1) Box of 357 Magnum Ammo; Western Super X 38 Ammo; Hornady #308 Ammo; Remington 243 Ammo Partial Box; 10 GA. Turkey Shot Shells; Coleman (6) Person Tent; sev. Fishing Rods & Reels; 14’x10’ Screen House Tent; Live Trap; Lots of Hunting Jackets & Clothing; sev. Sleeping Bags; Camo Bags & Luggage; Coleman 3500 B.T.U. Heater; Tackle Boxes & Tackle; Coleman Camping Stove; Power Climber Mountain Bicycle; Sentry Locking Safe; Eden Pure Heater; Lg. Enterprise Campfire Pan; SS Pots; Deep Fryer; Gas & Charcoal Grills; SS Elec. Smoker/Cooker. HOUSEHOLD & MISC. (2) Radiator Heaters; sev. Motorcycle Helmets; Harley-Davidson Corn Hole Boards; Suncast Water Hose & Reel; Free Standing Hammock; Tom Tom GPS System; Pool Table Balls; Wood Boomerang; Poker Chip Set; Elec. Boot Dryer; sev. Bag Chairs; sev. nice Lg. Coolers; (3) Window Air Conditioners; 30 Lb. Propane Tanks; Nesco 18 Qt. Elec. Roaster; sm. Elec. Kitchen Appliances; Nintendo Wii System w/Games; VCR/DVD Player; Visio Blue Ray DVD Player; Surround Sound Speakers; Elec. Fans; DVD’s; Electronic Wall Dart Board; Motorcycle Exhaust.

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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! • Preview day is Friday, February 2nd from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff

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Eagle’s Point needs photos of Preble Co. Home Herbalist EATON – Preble tal Impact Corpora- May 2018. on this project, see workshop set County Art Associa- tion is facilitating They are looking the opportunities the creation of a 70foot mural that integrates these photographs of Preble County. The mural, created by the PCAA will celebrate Preble County through iconic images of historic structures, covered bridges and farmland. This project will be completed in

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for quality, creativity, composition, and originality. Submitted photos may be a range of subjects, but they are mostly looking for landscapes and structures. Applications must be submitted by February 28. The PCAA will notify applicants of their status by March 9. If chosen, initial images will be reviewed May 2, 2018 and ready to hang prints will be due May 16. For more details

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NEW CONCORD – Brandon Beyke and Karsyn Shaffer, of Greenville, have been named to the Fall 2017 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.

page of the PCAA website, www.preblearts.org, call 937-456-3999, or email info@preblearts.org. LEGAL NOTICE

tion is seeking a photographer to produce twelve 24” x 36” black and white images of Preble County landscapes and landmarks for the Grow the Arts: Eagle’s Point Mural. The Preble County Art Association in partnership with The HIT Foundation and Ohio Capi-

GREENVILLE – Join Darke County Parks as they explore the world of medicinal herbs. They will look at making an

CITY OF GREENVILLE On January 16, 2018, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #18-04 appropriates funds necessary for the various departments and offices of the City of Greenville, OH for the year 2018.This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Ordinance #18-05 establishes wages/ salaries for the various employees of the City of Greenville not covered by wage agreements. This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Ordinance #18-06 establishes wages/ salaries for the various employees of the City of Greenville not covered by wage agreements. This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Resolution #18-07 authorizes the disposition of no longer needed personal property • Resolution #18-08 authorizes the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Choice One Engineering for the rendering of professional engineering services in 2018 • Resolution #18-09 authorizes financial assistance in support of the Greenville Union Cemetery • Ordinance #18-10 supplemental appropriations This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday. Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director Vicki Harris, Clerk of Council City of Greenville 1/21, 1/28 2T

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This pump is a T Series, 500 gallons per minute, semi-open impeller, self-priming centrifugal model with a suction check valve. It is designed for handling most non-volatile, non-flammable +liquids containing large entrained solids and mild corrosives. The basic material of construction for wetted parts is gray iron, with ductile iron impeller and steel wearing parts. The pump is close-coupled to a three cylinder, air cooled Deutz diesel engine, Model #F3L-1011. Standard equipment includes HAND-OFF-AUTO switch, tachometer, oil pressure and engine temperature gauge ammeter, elapsed running time meter, fuel level indicator, and Electronic Pressure Switch liquid level control with submersible transducer. The unit is protected by an automatic safety system that will shut down the engine in the event of high temperature, low oil pressure, engine over crank or engine over-speed. Pump can be viewed at 124 S. Harrison Street, New Madison, OH 45346. Additional questions can be sent to PO Box 15, 124 S. Harrison Street, New Madison, OH 45346, (937) 996-0298 ext. 2, or by e-mail at newmadisonclerk@embarqmail.com. All bids shall be submitted in a sealed envelope and mailed to the Village of New Madison, PO Box 15, 124 S. Harrison Street, New Madison, OH 45346, Attention: Lisa Garland, Mayor. Envelopes shall be marked “Gorman Rupp trash pump.” No bid shall be accepted after 6:00 p.m. on February 5th, 2018. Bid opening will be at 6:00 p.m. on February 5th, 2018. Bidders need not be present at bid opening.

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immunity-boosting syrup, a digestive tincture, and a calming infusion. Participants will take home a sample of each. Call to reserve your spot for this Feb. 10 workshop. They will begin at 1 p.m. and all attending must be ages 21 and up. The fee is $10. Registration is required and limited; call the Nature Center at 937-548-0165 to reserve your seat.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAM FOR STREET DEPT. SECRETARY Notice is hereby given that the Civil Service Commission of the City of Greenville, Darke County, Ohio, will hold a written examination for the position of Street Department Secretary for the City of Greenville, Ohio, on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 6:00 pm in the Greenville Municipal Building Basement Classroom, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Salary ranges from $11.16 to $18.78 hourly plus benefits. Additional information, including minimum requirements; a detailed job description; the addition of credits; and how to obtain an application is available on-line at cityofgreenville. org or from the Office of the Mayor in the Municipal Building at 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm on Fridays. An application fee of $25.00 must accompany the application upon submission. Completed applications are due to the Office of the Mayor no later than 4:00 pm on February 6, 2018 to be eligible to take the examination. The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer, m/f

NOTICE OF PRIVATE SALE OF TWO (2) TRACTS OF FARM REAL ESTATE BY SEALED BIDS HAROLD V. FRENCH, BY HIS ATTORNEY-IN-FACT STEVEN FRENCH, SHALL OFFER AT PRIVATE SALE BY SEALED BIDS TWO (2) TRACTS OF BARE FARM REAL ESTATE DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: TRACT 1 SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF DARKE, STATE OF OHIO, AND TOWNSHIP OF BUTLER AND BEING THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-THREE (23), TOWNSHIP TEN (10), RANGE TWO (2) EAST, LYING WEST OF FEDERAL HIGHWAY 127 CONTAINING 34.32 ACRES MORE OR LESS, SUBJECT TO ALL LEGAL HIGHWAYS. ENGINEER’S I.D. D81-0-210-23-00-00-302-00 TRACT 2 SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF DARKE, STATE OF OHIO, AND TOWNSHIP OF BUTLER AND BEING 20 ACRES OF LAND OFF THE EAST SIDE OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-TWO (22), TOWNSHIP TEN (10), AND RANGE TWO (2) EAST; THE WEST LINE OF SAID 20 ACRES RUNNING NORTH TO THE NORTH LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION AND PARALLEL WITH THE EAST LINE OF SAID QUARTER SECTION. ENGINEER’S I.D. D81-0-210-22-00-00-201-00

The Village of New Madison will be accepting sealed bids until 6:00 p.m. on February 5th, 2018 for the sale of a Gorman Rupp trash pump; Serial #1250137; Model #T4A3-F3L1011-A. Unit is mounted on Gorman Rupp manufactured trailer with a GVWR of 3300 lbs. Included with unit is 135’ of suction line. Manufactured in 2002 and low hours.

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The Village of New Madison reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities in the bidding process.

BOTH TRACTS ARE SUBJECT TO ALL LEASES, EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAY OF RECORD SAID BARE FARM REAL ESTATE IS BEING OFFERED AS FOLLOWS: THE SUBJECT TRACTS ARE BEING SOLD “AS IS”. THE SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS. SAID SEALED BIDS MAY BE DELIVERED TO THE LAW OFFICE OF DYNES & DYNES, LLC, 2840 ALT. ST. RT. 49 N, SUITE B, ARCANUM, OH 45304 PRIOR TO THE DATE OF BID OPENING OR MAY BE SUBMITTED ON DATE OF BID OPENING BUT PRIOR TO BID OPENING. BIDDERS MAY SUBMIT A BID ON EACH TRACT AND/OR ON BOTH TRACTS TOGETHER. ALL BIDDERS WHO HAVE SUBMITTED SEALED BIDS MAY BE PRESENT AT THE OPENING OF THE BIDS. SAID SEALED BIDS SHALL BE OPENED ON THE 13TH DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2018, AT 10:00 A.M. AT WHICH TIME ANY BIDDER MAY INCREASE HIS/HER BID. SAID BIDS SHALL BE OPENED AT THE BUTLER TOWNSHIP ROOM, LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF U.S. ROUTE 127 AND GRUBBS-REX ROAD, ARCANUM, OH 45304. THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER(S) SHALL EXECUTE A NON-CONTINGENT CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF SAID REAL ESTATE. THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER SHALL MAKE A TEN PERCENT (10%) EARNEST MONEY DEPOSIT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE ON DATE OF SALE. THE BALANCE OF SAID PURCHASE PRICE SHALL BE DUE AND PAYABLE UPON DELIVERY OF FIDUCIARY DEED WITHIN THIRTY (30) DAYS. SUCCESSFUL BIDDER RESPONSIBLE FOR THE INSTALLMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS WHICH ARE DUE IN JUNE/JULY, 2018 AND ALL SUCH TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS DUE AND PAYABLE THEREAFTER. POSSESSION OF EACH TRACT SHALL BE GIVEN UPON DELIVERY OF FIDUCIARY DEED. ANY STATEMENTS MADE ON DAY OF SALE SHALL TAKE PRIORITY OVER ANY STATEMENTS MADE IN THIS ADVERTISEMENT. BID PACKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT THE LAW OFFICE OF DYNES & DYNES, LLC, 2840 ALT. ST. RT. 49 N. SUITE B, ARCANUM, OH 45304 OR CALL (937) 692-5712. 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 4T

Darke County Sheriff’s Estate Sales

For more information call 937-547-4603 or go to www.darkecountysheriff.org Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

JPMorgan Mortgage VS. Megan Gilbert, et al. No. 16CV00663

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 9, 2018, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Arcanum in Darke County to-wit: Street Address: 505 N. Main St. Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: P59230804020110500 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $104,000.00 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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

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

US Bank VS. Nickolas Poeppelman, et al. No. 17CV00243

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 9, 2018, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Versailles in Darke County to-wit: Street Address: 247 Wayne St. Versailles, Ohio Parcel Number: T76241018030215800 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $55,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. 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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

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

Street Address: 121 Ark Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221226040211400

Street Address: 2715 St. Rt. 571 Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021218000030900

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $69,000.00 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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

Nationstar Mortgage VS. Meagen Sutter, et al. No. 17CV00518

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.

Bank of NY Mellon VS. Chad Metzner, et al. No. 17CV00139

Bank of NY Mellon VS. Timothy Miller, et al. No. 17CV00131

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

PNC Bank VS. Larissa Cunningham, et al. No. 17CV00516

Street Address: 7992 New Harrison Bradford Rd. Bradford, Ohio Parcel Number: A02031023000020300 & A02031024000030200

Street Address: 421 St. Rt. 571 Union City, Ohio Parcel Number: H32011332000012101

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $150,000.00 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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $75,000.00 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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

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.

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

PNC Bank VS. Irene Higgins, et al. No. 17CV00451

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 9, 2018, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Arcanum in Darke County to-wit: Street Address: 3886 St. Rt. 49 Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: Q63030929000011900 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $75,000.00 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 23, 2018. 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 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 3T

Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price 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.

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2017 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, super nice, red, 29,168 miles .............................. $17,995 .........$16,500 2017 CHEVY IMPALA PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, silver, 18,854 miles......................................................................................................................... $27,995 .........$26,500 2016 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 1.5L, 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., silver, 31,056 miles......................... $17,995 .........$16,900 2015 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., well equipped, exc. cond., gray, 20,560 miles..................... $13,995 .........$12,900 2015 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., blue, 26,006 miles .............................. $16,995 .........$15,500 2015 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., all power, super nice, gray, 29,233 miles ........................... $15,995 .........$14,700 2015 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., black, 17,979 miles ......................... $17,995 .........$16,500 2015 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.5L, 4 cyl., leather, loaded, like new, champagne silver, 24,407 miles ..................................................................................................... $17,995 .........$16,500 2015 CHEVY SS, 4 dr., 6.2L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, like new, silver, 6,017 miles .......................... $38,995 .........$37,900 2014 CHEVY MALIBU LT 4 dr., 2.5L, 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., champagne silver, 50,772 miles ..................................................................................................... $15,995 .........$14,900 2014 CHEVY CAMARO RS, 2 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, like new, white, 19,935 miles .............. $22,995 .........$21,500 2014 CHEVY MALIBU LT 4 dr., 2.5L, 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, very nice, silver, 100,747 miles .......... $11,995 .........$10,900 2014 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, diamond white, 56,311 miles ......................................................................................................... $22,995 .........$21,500 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, leather, loaded, exc. cond., gold mist, 49,129 miles .................................................................................................................. $12,995 .........$11,500 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, all power, exc. cond., blue, 90,043 miles ............................... $11,995 ...........$9,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles ............... $10,995 ...........$9,500 1990 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, super nice, green, 73,053 miles ....................................................................................................................... $16,995 .........$15,500 1989 CHEVY CAMARO IROC Z, 2 dr., 5.7L Tuned Port V8, loaded, show car, red, 53,946 miles ......... $16,995 .........$15,900 1989 CHEVY CAMARO RS COUPE, 5.0L V8, loaded, good cond., black, 178,674 miles ...................... $5,995 ...........$4,900

OTHER MAKES

2017 CADILLAC XTS LUXURY, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, like new, silver, 30,734 miles .............. $29,995 .........$28,900 2012 FORD FOCUS SE, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., black, 111,220 miles ............... $10,995 ...........$8,900 2011 DODGE CHARGER R/T, 4 dr., 5.7L, Hemi V8, leather, loaded, sharp, maroon, 63,483 miles .................................................................................................................... $20,995 .........$19,500 2008 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, beige, 69,814 miles ........................................................................................................................ $10,995 ...........$9,500 2006 DODGE MAGNUM SXT, 4 dr., 3.5L, V6, well equipped, nice, blue, 162,043 miles ......................... $5,995 ...........$4,500 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CX, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, all power, very nice, blue, 236,603 miles ............................. $4,995 ...........$3,900 2003 CADILLAC SEVILLE SLS, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, diamond white, 94,124 miles ........................................................................................................... $6,995 ...........$5,900 2000 BUICK LESABRE LIMITED, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., blue, 159,340 miles .......................................................................................................................... $4,995 ...........$3,900

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Concert and Ukulele Workshop at Hayner TROY – Bring the whole family to the Hayner at 6:30 p.m. on

Feb. 24 for a fun handson ukulele workshop followed by a concert at 7:30

Hoppsortunity at Worch VERSAILLES – Come into Worch Memorial Public Library for a rare hoppsortunity, a three part Craft Beerology program that kicks off on Feb. 8, 6:30 p.m. At the ﬁrst class, Craft Beerology 101: All about craft beer, participants will learn about the basics of craft beer. Certiﬁed cicerone, David Nilsen, will teach about the basic ingredients of beer, how it is brewed and how to properly evaluate

beer. The presentation will be followed with a tasting of 4-5 different craft beers. Registration is required for this event. Additional classes will follow on April 12 and June 14. Registration is required for all three classes. For more information on this activity or anything else at the library, visit www.worch.lib. oh.us or call 526-3416.

Dine with a Doc is Feb. 14 GREENVILLE – State of the Heart Care will be presenting a second discussion as part of their Dine with a Doc series on Wednesday, Feb. 14 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at the hospice’s Community Room, 1350 N. Broadway St., Greenville. The discussion will revolve around the importance of keeping your heart

healthy, and will be headed by State of the Heart Care’s newest Nurse Practitioner Kelley Hall. The event is free to the public, and a light lunch will be provided with the discussion to follow. Spots are limited; call 937-5482999 to reserve your spot for this enlightening event.

Valentine’s Day Raffle GREENVILLE – The Wayne Hospital Auxiliary will be hosting a Valentine’s Day raffle, running from Jan. 29-Feb. 11. The raffle bundle will include a 42-piece heart box with assorted chocolates, a pound of Winan’s blend coffee, and a travel mug.

These items will be on display at the Wayne Healthcare lobby front desk, and tickets will be sold in the Sunshine Nook gift shop. Tickets are $1 each or six tickets for $5. The drawing will be held Feb. 12; win this one for your Valentine Sweetheart.

p.m. with Jim McCutcheon and Larry Marra. The children will have the opportunity to work with one of their instructors to learn to play a few notes on their ukes. Then they will all pile up in the Ballroom for a concert with Jim McCutcheon and Larry Marra. McCutcheon is a music legend in the Miami Valley. He is owner of McCutcheon Music in Oakwood and host of Dayton Public Radio’s The Intimate Guitar. He has been providing enrichment for students in area schools for many years. His list of credits is long, but last

year he won the prestigious Ohio Governor’s Award for the Arts in Education. Marra is a silly side kick for McCutcheon’s shenanigans. He taught elementary music for many years and was the Dunbar High School Band and Choir Director through 2008. Marra too has a great deal of experience with children’s programming so when you put these two friends

Delaplane at Winter Brewster

GREENVILLE – On Feb. 2, Delaplane Spirits LLC will be attending the Winter Brewster & Spirits event being held at the Schuster Center in Dayton. The distillery is located just south of Greenville and currently produces small batch vodka that is available locally, which is also starting to enter the Dayton market. The event features producers from the area. Information regarding the event can be found at: https://victoriatheatre.com/shows/winter-brewster-spirits/

together there is just no telling what they might come up with. There is no need to make a reservation for this free concert. For more information regarding these free events and to receive a complete listing of events taking place at the Hayner Center, call 3390457 or visit www.TroyHayner.org for complete details.

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MEM ME MORIES OF THE PAST

This week’s memories take a look back at an important part of Darke County’s history. As evident by all of these post cards, the railroad, including the traction car, was a vital to communities like Greenville. Shown here is the Greenville Pan Handle station in 1907.

How do you get from one end of Broadway to the other? In 1904 you took the traction car.

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KAY BROWN’S postcard collection of local towns and subjects was one of the best around Darke County. She was keenly interested in history and in Darke County; this search was a life-long passion. She helped her husband, Pete Brown, run the Central Drug Store from 1946-1967. They helped the Garst Museum ever since then. Pete died in 1995 and was 25 years the President of the Museum. She retired from the museum board four years ago and passed away in 2014 at age 98. She never wanted to live anywhere other than in Greenville. She most enjoyed the GPAT Channel 5 TV broadcasts with former council-person Kathleen Floyd, where they discussed these same postcards covering 100 years of Greenville/local history. DICK BROWN, son, is also a life-long resident of Greenville and now keeps their postcard collection. Dick graduated from GHS in 1964, Miami University in 1968, taught school for a year, owned McVay’s Sporting Goods for 16 years and was a real estate appraiser for 11 years. He has been vice president of the Darke County Historical Society for the past 20 years. Dick is still involved with the GHS yearbook and has been president of the GHS Alumni Association for the past eight years.

Notice the horse drawn carriages lined-up to either drop off or pick-up persons coming into the Greenville Pan Handle station. This post card is dated 1908.

While much is written about the 1913 flood and its effects on Dayton and signs are posted on buildings noting the water level in Piqua, but Greenville had its share of problems. You can’t determine if the people at the Cincinnati Northern Railroad Station are waiting for the train or admiring the flood waters.

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