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Eight-year-old needs life saving surgery RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Imagine doctors and nurses coming into your hospital room shortly after your ﬁrst child is born and saying, “He looks a little blue. We want to take him to the nursery to check him out further.” Imagine the next time you see him it is in the neonatal intensive care unit. For too many parents the scenario is more than hypothetical. For eight-year-old Anthony Joyner and his mother, Ashley Woods, that scenario is all too real. Ashley, of Greenville, was living in Florida at the time and recalls how the joy and ecstasy of holding her newborn baby went to fear and concern in a few moments. She said her prenatal doctor visits gave no indication of a problem. Her world changed on April 29, 2007. “He was blue around the lips, but I was a ﬁrst time mom; I didn’t

know. The doctor sat down beside me, and I will never forget it. He said, ‘Miss Woods, you’re son is going to have to have open heart surgery.’” Anthony was diagnosed with the rare birth defect, Tetralogy of Fallot, which is a series of four defects affecting the heart, and Tracheomalacia, a condition where the upper lobe of his right lung is partially collapsed. The diagnoses immediately required three surgeries in his first year of life. His first surgery took place when he was four months old. The next surgery took place when he was seven months old, which was followed by a third surgery at nine months. “We were only home 26 days in his first year of life,” Ashley said. In January 2015, he went to Children’s Hospital in Cincinnati to replace a valve, but the process didn’t go as smooth as all had hoped. Anthony was expected to be in the hospital for a couple of weeks, but it turned into a three-

month stay. She said doctors found an aneurysm on his heart attached to his chest bone, before they closed the hole they tried dissecting the aneurysm to get rid of it. A clot got through the small hole in the right upper atrium of his heart and it caused a stroke. Five days after the surgery the valve the surgeon put in blew and his heart started leaking. Ashley vividly remembers holding Anthony’s hand a few hours after the surgery. “All of sudden his back arched and his eyes went that way (pointing to the side). That’s when he had his stroke,” she said. The stroke affected his speech, movement and cognitive learning. By the time they left the hospital he was able to walk and talk, but it has taken a tremendous amount of therapy to help him recover to this point. Prior to the stroke he was able to do many things on his own, but now must relearn much of it, including some

of his school lessons. Anthony will continue to need surgeries as he continues to grow and Ashley believes he will need a heart and lung transplant at some point. Hoping to not have a repeat of his most recent surgery, Ashley is hoping to travel to California in March to have Anthony’s next surgery performed by a pioneer in pediatric cardiac surgery, Dr. Frank Hanley. Dr. Hanley is a child health educator at the Stanford School of Medicine and Chief of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Children’s Heart Center. The surgery is expected to relieve the stress the right side of his heart is experiencing. Without the surgery he will eventually have congestive heart failure. Woods explained the right side of his heart is pumping so fast to make up for the left side of his heart that when he is sleeping it is as though he’s running a marathon. Ashley would like to raise at least $5,000 for

Anthony Joyner

transportation and lodging. However, she admits she doesn’t know what she will need or how long they will need to stay in California. Like any mother, she wants the best for her child. She has raised a little over $1,700, but hopes to raise the rest before they head west to Anthony’s appointment with Dr. Hanley. The surgery is scheduled for March 9 and they would like to leave the Dayton area on March 7.

Anthony is a loving boy who wants to be as active as his younger brothers, Caleb (6) and Dakota (4). He tries his best to keep up with them. If you would like to help Ashley and Anthony, visit gofundme.com and search for Hope for Anthony. You can also visit www.bluebagmedia.com and click on the link. An account has also been set up at FifthThird Bank under Beneﬁt of Anthony Joyner.

BBBS volunteers honored; help needed RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

City workers have been clearing trees from Greenville City Park. Some of the `trees are infected with the Emerald Ash Borer beetle. Others have been identiﬁed as a safety hazard. (Clinton Randall photo)

City clearing infected park trees SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – City street department workers have been busy the past couple weeks tending to more than 100 trees in Greenville City Park. One hundred of the trees, said street superintendent Ryan Delk, were identiﬁed as needing to be cut down because they are infected with the Emerald Ash Borer beetle. Oak, walnut and other species of trees were deemed a safety hazard due to dead limbs. In December, work crews began the tree project in the Memorial Hill portion of the park. The past two weeks have seen the brunt of the work, Delk said. Thanks to the city’s tree donor program, the bare spots will be ﬁlled in with new trees, Delk said. The tree replacement program began three years

ago, with 16 new trees being planted the first year, 10 the second and 12 this past year. Trees are planted in the autumn. Those who would like to participate in re-treeing the city park may pick up paperwork at the mayor’s office. A one-time fee of $150 will purchase tree of the donor’s choice from an approved list. Also, the names of those who purchase trees will be placed on a leaf plaque that will be exhibited in the park. Delk said funds from the park district also will be used to help replace park trees. As for what happens with the trees infected with the Emerald Ash Borer, as well as the dead limbs and trees, Delk said the public may not take pieces for personal use. All waste will be either donated to Fitzwater Tree Service or taken to the city landfill to rot.

VERSAILLES – Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Shelby and Darke County has proven to be a bright spot in the lives of a lot children in the two-county area. They provide mentors, friends and role models to youth who may not have someone in their lives that can fill those roles. Over 200 kids in Darke County and another 300+ in Shelby County rely on that support system to help them get through their week or month. Without BBBS, many of those kids would be lost and their struggles would become much more difficult. Jennifer Bruns, executive director of the local BBBS, joined with staff and board members to recognize the heart of the organization during the Volunteer Appreciation Banquet on Jan. 28. Bruns said, “It almost brings tears to my eyes to know you’re all here for the same thing – to serve kids.” While many of the volunteers in attendance had been matched up for several years or were working with their second or third Little Brother/Sister, a few had only been matched for a few months or were waiting for a match. In addition to dinner, the volunteers also learned how the United Way assists BBBS in fulfilling their mission of serving local children. Scott Barr, executive director of the Shelby County United Way, explained each United Way organization operates individually of the

Christy Baker, executive director of the Darke County United Way, speaks to volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke Counties.

organization and most funds stay in the community. Only one percent of the funds go to United Way worldwide. By assessing the needs of the community, a local board can determine where the funds will go. The top issue facing Shelby County is generational poverty, unstructured homes and youth in these situations. Barr pointed out there are 2,000 kids living in poverty in Shelby County. Thirty percent of students are eligible for free and reduced lunches and 46 percent of children receive Medicaid assistance. Drugs have also made an impact on children in this area. In 2015, Shelby County had 31 cases where children were removed from the home and in 45 percent of those cases heroin was in the home. Wright State University asked Shelby County students in grades 7-9 “How often, as a student, do you have an adult for support?” Barr said, “This is the stat I wanted to share with you

because it is very critical to what you guys do.” The results show why programs like BBBS are important. Nearly half of the students are seeking support from adults with 13.8 percent answering never, 10.7 percent saying rarely and 19 percent admitting they receive support sometimes. Only 56 percent answered always. “What you guys do at Big Brother Big Sisters…you are that mentor. You are that safe, professional, constant individual that sometimes they never see…that they don’t have in their life,” he concluded. Christy Baker, executive director of the Darke County United Way, added, “The statistics are staggering, but at the same time, we get to sit back and see the solutions. We get to see what all of these agencies are doing to solve some pretty complex problems in our communities.” BBBS has four persons on staff, but served over 500 children in two counties. Speaking to the volunteers, she said, “There

is no way the staff could serve all of those children without you.” Baker believes volunteers do matter. “You get the unique opportunity to teach them things they wouldn’t otherwise learn about. You get to show them the world in entirely different way.” She concluded, “Scott talked about generational poverty. We see the same families over and over. You get to be the change that happens in that child’s life…that could put a stop to that (generational poverty). Because of you they won’t try heroin for the ﬁrst time. Because of you they may pass that math test and actually think ‘I can go to college.’ Because of you they might be able to a budget and set up their own ﬁnances.” Shelby County currently has nine children waiting for a “Big” and Darke County has 12. For more information on BBBS and how to volunteer, call 547-9622 or email info@bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org.

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GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT

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observed a suspect enter the store, walk to the toy section where he selected an Easy Bake Oven. He then took the item to the customer service desk where he received a return of $35.26. Later in the evening, the same suspect was seen returning to the store, where he once again selected an Easy Bake Oven and attempted to return it using the receipt he’d been issued on the ﬁrst transaction. The return was denied due to the fact the receipt showed it had been issued for a return. A video shows the subject leaving the store. The video was placed into the patrol video log in an attempt to identify the suspect.

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On February 1, police were dispatched on the report of a domestic dispute on East Fourth Street. Upon arrival, police observe injuries to a female complainant. She told police she and her husband had an argument over her speaking to an ex-boyfriend. Her husband became upset and threw a doorknob at her, striking her left forearm and causing swelling. The

Former Pitsburg mayor pleads to 6 counts of Forgery BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – A former Pitsburg mayor will be sentenced in March after being found guilty on six counts of Forgery, felonies of the fourth degree. Anthony Spires pleaded ‘no contest’ Tuesday morning in the Darke County Common Pleas Court to the amended charges as part of a plea deal with the prosecutor. Spires was originally indicted on six counts of Forgery and one count of Theft, all being felonies of the third degree, following an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce. Prosecuting Attorney Kelly Ormsby agreed to dismiss the Theft charge and reduce the Forgery counts as part of the agreement with the defense. Spires was charged after an investigation revealed that he fraudulently signed promissory notes from an unknowing business partner assuring six elderly Darke County victims (over the age of 65) a 20 percent return on their investment. He led the victims to believe that the $7,500 they gave him, during 2012 and 2013, would all be invested into a Texas company which Spires was a partner.

According to investigators, a CPA from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) tracked the spending of Spires during the time in question and concluded that over $28,000 of the victims’ money was spent on things other than the Texas business expenses he had told them. Spires entered the ‘no contest’ plea due to possible future civil litigation by the victims in the case, according to his defense attorney Randall E. Breaden. Though Judge Hein found him guilty on the charges, the ‘no contest’ plea could still allow for appeals… though both parties agreed there probably would be no ﬁling of any after sentencing. Breaden also pointed out that his client is currently going through a divorce and does foresee a future cashing in of a shared marital 401k retirement plan to help repay the restitution amount that will most likely be ordered by the judge during the sentencing hearing. Spires it scheduled to return to court for sentencing March 21 at 9 a.m. with the prosecution and defense mutually recommending probation and a restitution – though the charges carry a nine year and $30,000 maximum penalty. Spires currently remains free on bond.

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Friends group takes over management of Gettysburgâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Cardinal Center BY SUSAN HARTLEY Staff Writer shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GETTYSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With their goal to preserve a piece of local history, the Friends of the Cardinal Center is now managing the former Gettysburg school facility. In January, the Friends group took over management duties from village ofďŹ cials, said Patsy Riley, Cardinal board member. The group currently has about 30 members and is looking to grow. The Friends group, organized in September 2013, is a non-proďŹ t corporation created for the purpose of preserving the heritage of the Gettysburg School and promoting the general welfare of the wider community, says its mission statement. Since closing its doors in 2007 as an elementary school with Greenville City Schools, the nearly centuryold building at 260 N. Main St. had a couple of private owners before the village purchased it in June 2012. The last graduating class of Gettysburg Cardinals was the Class of 1972. The building was not in good condition when the village gained ownership, Riley said. Previous owners did not make attempts to renovate or use the facility, she said. After the village took over the building, the Friends of the Cardinal Center organized and began cleaning and updating the â&#x20AC;&#x153;newerâ&#x20AC;? eastside portion of the facility, spearheaded by Riley, whose children attended Gettysburg. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was over here cleaning for a long time. One of the neighbors, Carolyn Luginbuhl, saw me and said â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Girl, what are you doing over there?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; She then came over and helped me nearly every day.â&#x20AC;? According to Friends president Roy Harrison, Riley is the groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;gogetter.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m here nearly every day,â&#x20AC;? admitted Riley, who said sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s excited for the many community events taking place at the former

school. As time went by, Riley said, more and more volunteers â&#x20AC;&#x201C; mostly alumni - would show up to lend a hand with the cleaning, which included painting â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a specialty of Friends treasurer Judy Brewer, Class of 1963. Next on the Friends todo list is the painting of the gym and its stage area, Riley said. Also, replacement of some windows is planned. Future plans call for the clean-up and restoration of the older portion of the school, which was built in the 1920s. Major projects in the older section will include heating and air conditioning as well as making the facility handicap accessible. Currently, the gym, gym stage, kitchen, and a large classroom are available to rent for private and community gatherings. The next big community event will be the annual Easter Craft Show, set for 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19. Riley said 35 vendors from across the western portion of Ohio will be on hand to sell a wide variety of crafts and baked goods. The Easter Bunny also will be on hand to greet the kids. The Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past Easter craft shows have brought around 400 visitors, Riley explained. Riley also noted itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth stopping by the centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s craft shows to take a look at all the dĂŠcor, which is provided by Sharon Harrison, Class of 1968. On April 23, the Marche of Norborough Renaissance Festival will make its second appearance at the Cardinal Center. The 2016 festival titled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keep Calm and Ceilidh On,â&#x20AC;? will feature all the sights, sounds and tastes of the Renaissance period, including sword ďŹ ghters wearing suits of armor, Riley said. If weather permits, the ďŹ ghting will take place outside on the ballďŹ elds, instead of in the gymnasium. Other events held at the center include an annual Christmas Bazaar, a summer Art Week for kids, family reunions, auctions,

Tax preparer hours at library VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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. and starting this year taxes will be done from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Any community member can bring in their tax information and have their basic 2015 taxes prepared and electronically ďŹ led for free

by a trained AARP tax professional. Every Thursday starting Feb. 11 until April 14, AARP Tax-Aide will have qualiďŹ ed volunteer tax preparers at the library from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments are needed, so call the library at 526-3416 to make an appointment. For information, call 526-3416 or visit the library at www.worch.lib.oh.us.

Members of The Cardinal Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Friends group look over a photo album of past events. From left to right, Judy Brewer, treasurer, Patsy Riley, board member and Roy Harrison, president. (Susan Hartley photo)

class reunions, even the funeral of a local ďŹ reman. Currently, the Upward Sports program sponsored by Pleasant View Missionary Church meets for practices at the center several nights per week with Saturday games. Facility rental is the main fundraiser for the Friends group. Other monies have come from local grants. All proceeds from rentals and grants go toward the care and updating of the center. The facility, including restrooms, is handicap accessible, Riley said. The womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rest room also includes an infant care area. The Friends group is hoping to spread excitement and â&#x20AC;&#x153;raise awarenessâ&#x20AC;? about the Cardinal Center among younger residents of not only the village of Gettysburg, but those throughout the county, Riley said. Friends of The Cardinal Center President Harrison agreed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mostly itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alumni of the school who are volunteering now,â&#x20AC;? Harrison said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to let people know we are here.â&#x20AC;? Those who would like to volunteer with the renovation effort or who would like information on renting the Cardinal Center, are asked to call the Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; new phone number â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 937621-9419. The group has already reserved events for summer and this coming December. The Friends of The Cardinal Center meet at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of each

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‘Heart bombs’ appear around the town BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WROTER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Just in time for Valentine’s Day, some local business owners came to work Thursday, Feb. 3, to find their buildings had been “heart bombed” overnight. Thanks to a group of volunteers interested in the preservation of historical properties, paper hearts with messages were taped to doors to bring attention to the significance of each chosen structure. Locally sponsored by Main Street Greenville and the Darke County Visitors Bureau, the project is a state-wide effort promoted by Heritage Ohio and Young Ohio Preservationists. This is the first time Greenville has participated, noted Amber Garrett, Main Street Greenville Executive Director. According to a press release from Matt Staugler, executive director for Darke County Visitors Bureau, paper heart bombs have rapidly gained popularity across the nation and are a way to show communities that people care about historic structures. Buildings that were chosen to heart homb may be in need of repair, may be restored buildings that need a new tenant, or were chosen simply to highlight places that matter for the Valentine’s Day holiday. As volunteers arrived at The Welcome Center in downtown Greenville, they brainstormed about

Amber Garrett, executive director for Main Street Greenville and Matt Staugler, executive director for Darke County Visitors Bureau, display some of the heart hombs placed on buildings around the county to draw attention to local history. (Susan Hartley photo)

which properties they wanted to heart homb. Several were mentioned, including Greenville’s movie theater, Garst Museum, the former AAA building, Bear’s Mill, the Masonic Temple, the Darke County Courthouse, the Greenville Library and St. Clair Memorial Hall, to name a few. Each building received a heart with a message signiﬁcant to its status. Hearts for empty buildings proclaimed “I’m Available,” while historic structures received an “Old Buildings Rock” heart. Other messages say “Handle With Care” or “Local Treasure.” The hope is that the community will become mindful of the role these buildings play in the history of Darke County and Greenville, Garrett explained. “Historic preservation is more important than most people realize. We enjoy our historic properties on a regu-

lar basis. A lot of people don’t stop to realize the historical signiﬁcance and the memories that have been made in these buildings.” When local residents are asked what they love about Darke County, Garrett noted, they often mention places like Maid Rite with its gum wall, Memorial Hall or Bear’s Mill. “All of these places make up Greenville – your community. You aren’t going to mention the strip mall, but places that hold an emotional connection. Places that have character and beauty. That tell a story,” Garrett said. The public is invited to check out photos of the volunteers placing the heart bombs around town and the county on Main Street Greenville’s Facebook page. Those who wish to may leave a positive message telling which local building means the most to them.

Win a trip to Ireland from DCCA rafﬂe GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts wishes you the luck of the Irish this spring with a new and exciting fundraising rafﬂe “Off to the Isle.” One lucky winner will receive a trip for two to Ireland through AAA

and Brendan Vacations. DCCA will be selling a limited number of chances for this exclusive raffle. Raffle Tickets are $100 each. Tickets sales begin Feb. 11 and the winner will be drawn at DCCA’s annual Irish themed fundraising event the Irish Wave, on March 11 at the Montage Cafe. “In looking for new ways for the community to support DCCA and the arts we decided to expand on one of our favorite evenings, Irish Wave celebrates all things Irish, and through our “Off to the Isle” raffle we will be giving one lucky winner the ultimate Irish experience”, stated Andrea Jordan, DCCA executive director. “We are encouraging those who want to be a part of the raffle to get their tickets right away,

because there will only be 75 tickets sold.” The winner will receive a $5,000 voucher to customize their Irish experience through Brendan Vacations. Brendan Vacations specializes in travel to Ireland and Scotland and has been providing authentic vacation experiences for over the past 46 years. “Off to the Isle” raffle tickets can be purchased through the DCCA office starting Feb. 11. Darke County Center for the Arts presents and promotes performing and fine arts encouraging cultural enrichment. All proceeds from the raffle will go to DCCA programming and the arts in Darke County. For more information and to purchase tickets contact DCCA at 547-0908.

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Absentee voting will begin Feb. 17 GREENVILLE – The Darke County Board of Elections will be conducting Early/In-Person Absentee voting for the upcoming March 15 Primary and Special Congressional Primary Election, beginning Feb. 17. Pursuant to the change in Section 3509 of the Ohio Revised Code, any registered voter who chooses to vote absentee, can do so without the prior restricted eligibility requirements. However, with that change, there are other requirements that a voter must meet. The application must include the name, voter residence address, voter’s birth date, plus one of the following — an Ohio driver’s license number, the last four digits of your Social Security number, or a copy of a current and valid photo identification, a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows your name and address, along with applicant’s signature, election for which the ballots are requested and, if a partisan primary election, the voter’s political party affiliation. The request can be made on a standard Application for Absent Voter’s Ballot, which is provided upon request from the Board office, or a written request from the voter with the necessary information. (R.C. 3509.03, 3511.02) The deadline for mail-in applications remains noon on the third day before the Election, Saturday, March 12. The final day to vote absentee in the office will be on March 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. If a voter, or voter’s minor child, is hospitalized because of an accident or an unforeseeable medical emergency, the voter may apply for an absentee ballot until 3 p.m. on Election Day. Any person confined in a hospital on Election Day, or those parents who have hospitalized children on Election Day, may apply to vote absentee without regard to the length of the hospital stay. Those confined to the hospital or are otherwise disabled or suffer a physical infirmity may request assistance in marking their ballot. Two Board of Election employees of the two major political parties will come to the voter, assist them

in marking the ballot and return the voted ballot to the Board office. This service is for confined absentee voters who are unable to mark their ballots by reason of either illiteracy or physical infirmity, only. Board employees may also assist voters at the Board office. The Secretary of State has set uniform days and hours for Early/In-Person Absentee voting for all eligible voters. All Board of Elections in Ohio have adopted the following business hours for this election cycle: * Feb. 17—19, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Feb. 22—26, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. * Feb. 29—March 4, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. * March 5, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. * March 7—11, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. * March 12, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. * March 13, 1-5 p.m. * March 14, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Voting hours are posted on the Board of Elections website along with other pertinent information pertaining to the March 15 Primary and Special Congressional Primary Election. Visit their website at www.electionsonthe.net/ oh/Darke. Completed ballots must be returned to the Board of Elections in person or via a method other than U.S. mail before the close of the polls, 7:30 p.m., March 15, 2016 to be counted. Absentee ballots returned by U.S. mail from within the United States must be postmarked no later than March 14 and received in their office by March 25. There must be a legible postmark stamped on the envelope. The only exception is, if the voter is outside of the United States on Election Day, the ballot envelope must be postmarked prior to the close of the polls and received by the board no later than 10 days after the election (March 25th). Any questions regarding this information or requests for assistance in early/absentee voting may call the office at 548-1835 during the above stated hours or contact us by email at darke@ohiosecretaryofstate.gov.

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Major Hog Facility-Save the Date

I am writing to inform the citizens of Darke County regarding a draft Permit to Install (PTI) and a draft Permit to Operate (PTO) a Concentrated Animal Feeding Facility (CAFF) for swine ﬁnishing on Arnold Road under the name of Arnold Road Farm. Rodney Drew, Richard Drew, Ric Drew, and Randall Drew are the applicants. An open house and public meeting will be held on Monday, February 29, 2016 at the Darke County Commissioners ofﬁce, 520 South Broadway, Greenville. The open house will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the public meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Interested parties including those concerned with the future of the City of Greenville and Greenville Township should attend this meeting. This currently proposed facility may not be next to you, but you may be impacted by a similar project in the future. If possible, please come prepared with oral and/ or written concerns, or simply attend to be a better informed citizen. Sincerely, Daniel S. Berger, M.D., Greenville

Supper for Bill Beagle

Dear Editor, Please be advised that I am urging support for State Senator Bill Beagle who is a candidate in the upcoming Republican Primary for the 8th District Congressional seat that was previously held by the Honorable John Boehner. I am supporting Bill since he has been an outstanding State Senator for the State of Ohio since his ﬁrst election in 2010 and he is now serving with distinction his second term and it is only logical that he would proceed to be a US Congressman. After Bill Beagle was ﬁrst elected he helped to eliminate Ohio’s $8 billion budget shortfall without raising our taxes. He also cut taxes for families and small businesses and voted to lower the tax burden on all Ohio taxpayers by more than $3 Billion including an impressive income tax cuts for all small business owners who do provide the major-

GREENVILLE – OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled a “Building Blocks II” parenting series. The classes will be held March 7 and 14, at the OSU Extension Learning Center, 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville. The class times are from 6-8 p.m. There is

Arcanum BOE meets ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold its Regular Board of Education Meeting on Feb. 10, 7 p.m. in the Board of Education Ofﬁce. This is a change from the regularly scheduled day. There will be a special executive session at 5:30 p.m. to discuss the employment of public employees and matters required to be kept conﬁdential by federal law or regulations or state statutes.

Finance committee GREENVILLE – The Greenville Finance Committee will meet Feb. 8, 8:30 a.m., in the City Council Chambers, Municipal Building. The committee will review community funds.

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ity of jobs in the 8th Congressional District. He is also sensitive to our recent increase in agricultural taxes and he is working to lessen those skyrocketing increases and is reviewing legislation that will make much needed updates and clariﬁcations in the Current Agricultural Use Valuation (CAUV) law. This much needed legislation with the bill presently before the Ohio Senate better deﬁnes the factors to determine the capitalizationinterest rate component used in our CAUV values that are closer to the actual income-producing ability of Ohio farmland and thus realize the original purpose and policy of the CAUV law, which is to allow farmland owners to pay reasonable real estate taxes based on a farm’s “use” rather than its speculative fair market value. The bill also provides that CAUV land used in a conservative practice, either state or federal program,

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no fee for this class. This is an adult only series. The “Building Blocks II” parenting classes are for parents who wish to develop better parenting skill or parenting techniques for children ages 7-13 years. This will be two classes focusing on parent education, and parent and child interaction. To register or for further information, call OSU Extension at 548-5215 or email Diane Barga at barga.8@osu.edu. Registration needs to be completed by March 1.

would be valued at the lowest value assigned on the basis of soil type. This requirement would encourage farmers to engage in practices that protect the environment and water quality. Currently, under the CAUV rules, farmers are discouraged from participating in these programs because the farmland is taxed as though it is producing crops. Senator Beagle has also been an avid supporter of our public library system here in Ohio and I know he will work tirelessly in Congress to support education and library programs. He is certainly the best choice to replace Mr. Boehner and I urge all Republicans to vote for him in the upcoming primary. Sincerely, Duane E. Shields Farmer, educator and former Darke Co. Republican Central Committee Member – Van Buren Township, Greenville ~~~~~~~~~~

My Opinion

Our cause is just, our union is perfect. Our internal resources are great, and if necessary, foreign assistance is undoubtedly attainable. We gratefully acknowledge, as signal instances of Divine favor towards us, that His providence would not permit us to be called into this severe controversy, until we were grown up to our present strength, had been previously exercised in war like operation, and possessed of the means of defending ourselves. With hearts fortiﬁed with these animating reﬂections, we

most solemnly before God and the world, declare that exerting the utmost energy of those powers, which our beneﬁcent Creator hath graciously bestowed upon us, the arms we have been compelled by our enemies to assume, we employ for the preservation of our liberties; being with one mind resolved to die freeman rather than to live slaves. “The right to bear arms.” Thus a just government is funded on a compact between ruler(s) and people, under divine law. Any act contrary to the constitution is illegal and so null and void. No one is bound to obey an unconstitutional act. Our just is to resist tyranny when found. In old England, 871 A.D., had counties called shire and their peace keepers were called “reeve” or chief. In 1861, State of Virginia voters elected the very ﬁrst county chief leader known as the Shire Reeve, later called sheriff. Today, each county has a constitutional sheriff – through our proper voting process we give them proper authority. He is not a bureaucrat and does not have to let any federal agents in his county and when any government infringes one’s rights he has total power to stand against any unconstitutional rulings, executive orders, unlawful rulings from courts, the president, congress, even the state and local governments and can call out his militia to restore peace. “Our protectors.” Kenneth Delk, Rossburg

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OBITUARIES KENNY – Ethel Delight

Holland F e i t shans Kenny, 94 of Beavercreek, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. Ethel was born to the late Fred and Sarah Holland. She was preceded in death by her ﬁrst husband Wendell Feitshans in 1969 and her second husband Robert Kenny in 1997. She is survived by her daughter Carol Poor of Riverside, sons Martin Feitshans of Beavercreek and Fred (Sheri) Feitshans, of Houston, TX, stepchildren Michael (Tonia) Kenny of Rochester, IN, Sheila (Gus) Vitali of Centerville, Bridget Kenny of Dayton, Kevin Kenny of Kettering, and Patrick (Andee) Kenny of Cave Creek, AZ, and 7 grandchildren. Ethel graduated in 1939 from Steele High School in Dayton and studied to be an RN at Deaconess Hospital in Cincinnati. She served in the Naval Nurse Cadet Program and worked as an RN at Miami Valley and Kettering Hospitals. While at Kettering she was a head nurse of Pulmonary Rehab. She held a Master Gardener Designation and was a past active member of the Wom-

en’s Republican Club. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016 at the Tobias Funeral Home- Beavercreek, 3970 Dayton – Xenia Rd. at Grange Hall Road with burial following in Mote Cemetery, Pitsburg. The family received friends at the funeral home from noon until the time of services. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome. com.

HARTLE

– Ralph G. Hartle, 82, of GreenVeteran ville, passed away on Monday, Feb. 1, 2016 at 6:23 p.m. at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton. He was born Feb. 18, 1933 in Darke County, the son of the late Robert C. & Opal I. (Gibson) Hartle. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked 39 1/2 years at Greenville Manufacturing and was a farmer. He was a member of Beamsville Christian Church. He is preceded in death by his parents; his grandson: Zachary S. Hartle. He is survived by his wife Marlene (Marker) Hartle of Greenville whom he married April 10, 1959; his children & spouses, Debbie Hartle of Greenville, Rhonda & Tim Rex of St. Henry, Karen & Dan Stockslager of Greenville, Brian & Monica Hartle

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of Versailles, Jeff Hartle & Fiancée Tifﬁny of Greenville; devoted dog, Ranger; 13 grandchildren; six step grandchildren; three great grandsons; sister & brother in law, Phyllis & John Gerlofs of Portage, Mich.; and numerous nieces & nephews. Services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at Beamsville Christian Church, 6102 Beamsville Union City Road, Greenville, with Pastor Steve Short ofﬁciating. Burial will follow in Stelvideo Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the church. Veteran’s graveside services will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans’ Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to Beamsville Christian Church. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey. com.

LEIS – Duane Eldon Leis, 74, of Greenville, passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife Kay by his side on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016, after a ﬁveyear battle with cancer. He was born December 31, 1941 in Dayton, the son of the late Ralph W. & Loetta (Shoop) Leis. At the age of ﬁve, Duane began driving tractors and milking cows before school. This led Duane to become an entrepreneur in farming, car & truck sales, real estate, and truck driving. In addition, he was an active member at Ansonia First Church of God. He was often known for his kind and generous spirit. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph W. & Loetta Leis. He is survived by his wife of 53 years Kay (Fletcher)

Leis of Greenville. He was a very loving and caring father to his daughters, Marena Leis of Fishers, Ind., Paula & Kevin Spear of Scottsdale, Arizona; and a loving grandfather: Garrett, Mariah, & Blake. He is also survived by brothers & sisters in laws: Don & Barb Leis of Greenville, Doug & Donna Leis of Greenville; sister & brother in law: Sharon & Tom Hollinger of New Madison; Tom & Shirley Heindl of Greenville, Tom & Marvella Fletcher of Greenville, John & Barb Fletcher of Greenville, Mike & Leigh Fletcher of Greenville, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Services will be held on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at 10 a.m. at Ansonia First Church of God, 750 S. Main St., Ansonia, with Pastor Steve Shoop & Pastor David Hackney ofﬁciating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, and one hour prior to services on Monday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or Ansonia First Church of God. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey. com.

TRUPP - Charles Wal-

ter Trupp, 94, of Lakeview, passed a w a y Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 27, 2016 at his home. Veteran C h a r l e s was born on May 17, 1921 in Dayton, to the late Walter E. & Elizabeth L Herbert Trupp. On November 26, 1945, he married the former Mary O. “Odette” Frantz at St. Rita’s Catholic Church in Dayton, and she preceded him in death on November 7, 2012. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Mary Elizabeth Reilly. Charles is survived by

three children, Mary Theresa Foreman and Barbara Jean (Bill) Berry, both of Lakeview, and James C. (Patty) Trupp of San Diego, CA, four grandchildren, Pam (Patrick) Alter, Janice (Daryl) Curran, Valerie (Muriz) Alicajic, and Carrie L. Trupp, and two great grandsons, Aiden Z. and Caellum J. Charles was a 1939 graduate of Dayton Chaminade High School. He made a career as a United States Air Force Pilot serving in WWII and Korea before retiring in 1969 with the rank of Major. Charles was a member of St. Mary of the Woods Church in Russells Point, Doyle R. Miller Amvet Post #39, Indian Lake Moose Lodge #1533, and FOE Aeries #3615, all of Lakeview. He was an avid golfer. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016 at Shoffstall Funeral Home North Chapel, 115 N. Main St., Lakeview with visitation one hour prior to services. Burial will be in Huntsville Cemetery with military honors provided by the Logan County Veterans Honor Guard and United States Air Force. In Lieu of ﬂowers, Memorial Contributions may be given in his name to Universal Home Health and Hospice Care, 701 S. Main St., Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311. Condolences can be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview.

CHANCEY – Harry Kenneth Chancey, 86, of Rossburg, died Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. Funeral Services were held Monday, Feb. 1, 2016 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Cemetery. WESTFALL

– John C. Westfall, 57, of Greenville, died Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. A service was held Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016 at Bible Fellowship Church, Greenville. Burial is in the Highland Cemetery, Covington.

NILEY – Dorothy E. Niley, 97, of Greenville, died Jan. 29, 2016. A celebration

of Dorothy’s life was held Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016 at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Beamsville Cemetery.

FOURMAN – Mary Ethel Fourman, 87, of Greenville, died Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016. A graveside service was held Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016 at Abbottsville Cemetery, Darke County. DICKEY – Taylor B. Dickey, 21, of Troy, died Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. FREEMAN – Violet V. Freeman, 81, of Greenville, died Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. A Celebration of Life service was held Friday, Feb. 5, 2016 at the Triumphant Christian Center. Burial is in the Greenville Cemetery. FLETCHER – Richard A. “Dick” Fletcher, 86, of Greenville, died ThursVeteran day, Feb. 4, 2016. A Celebration of Dick’s life will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2016, at Greenville Missionary Church, 1110 N. Broadway St., Greenville. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. Family and friends may visit on Monday, Feb. 8, 5–7 p.m., at the OliverFloyd Funeral Home. PRINTZ – Marilyn L. Printz, 82, of Bradford, died Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016. Services will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2016, 2 p.m., at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in Gettysburg Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at the funeral home. SHEPHERD – Arlene B. Shepherd, 77, of Greenville, died Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016. A celebration of Arlene’s life will be held Monday, Feb. 8, 2016 at noon at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home. Family and friends may visit from 10 a.m. until time of services also at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oakgrove Cemetery, State Route 121, Fort Jefferson.

CARD OF THANKS And never have I known Anything so hard to understand And never have I questioned more The wisdom of God’s plan But through the cloud of tears I see the Father smile and say ‘well done’ And I imagine you Where you wanted most to be Seeing all your dreams come true ‘Cause now you’re home

And now you’re free And we can cry with hope We can say good-bye with hope ‘Cause we know our good-bye is not the end And we can grieve with hope ‘Cause we believe with hope There’s a place where we’ll see your face again We’ll see your face again ‘With Hope’ – SC Chapman Thank you to all Nev’s wonderful caregivers and

neighbors, State of the Heart Hospice nurses, and aids, BRC caregivers and chaplain. Thank you to all who gave us food, visits, cards, ﬂowers and most of all – your prayers. A special heartfelt thanks to Pastor Jon Jenkens and Pastor Harve Bowman for their comforting words. Thanks to women, men and our dear friends who helped with the celebration dinner. God bless you all. The Nevin L. Rhoades family

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Greenville City Schools will be holding its kindergarten registration on April 5, 6, and 7 at St. Clair Memorial Hall, 1-7 p.m. Parents only are needed at registration. Your child will be screened on a later date, which will be scheduled when you register. Children must be ďŹ ve years of age on or before Aug. 1, 2016. Parents should bring ofďŹ cial birth certiďŹ cate, immunization records, proof of residency (2), parent/guardian photo ID and custody papers (if applicable). For more information, call 548-3185.

Bevinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 60th anniversary DARKE CO. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; It began with an exchange of vows and grew into a lifetime commitment. Feb. 12 marks 60 years of love and devotion between Charles and Barbara Bevins. To recognize this milestone in their relationship, their children, grandchildren and great grandchildren would like to ask family and friends to shower them with cards celebrating this great accomplishment.

United Way funds available GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County United Way announces that applications for 2016 funding are currently available. There are two types of funding applications, Partner Program and the Community Fund. Applicants for both funds are reviewed by the local, volunteer Board of Directors and a team of community volunteers through a process meeting professional standards for nonproďŹ t management practices, ďŹ nancial management, and service provision. To apply your organization must be a 501c3 health and human service non-proďŹ t in establishment for at least one year serving Darke County. All applications are due to the Darke County United Way ofďŹ ce by March 18, at noon. Applications are available by contacting the Darke County United Way OfďŹ ce at 207 E. Fourth Street, PO Box 716, Greenville, Ohio or 547-1272.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville High School Class of 1956 will hold its quarterly luncheon on Feb. 12, in the private dining room of Brethrens Home

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Democrats will hold an early riser breakfast at the Brethren Retirement Community on Feb. 13, 8 a.m. Come and enjoy good fellowship and a wonderful breakfast. Everyone is welcome. For reservations, call Tom Hans, 273-3865, or Dave Niley, 548-4517.

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UNION CITY, Ind. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lowell and Kathryn Whitacre, 1210 N. Howard St., Union City, Ind. will celebrate their 65th anniversary on Feb. 14. They were blessed with four children; three sons and a daughter, Kirby (Laurie), of South Bend; Kevin (Kristin) of Zionsville; Kelly (Kim) of Ft. Wayne; and Linda of Hollansburg. They also have three grandsons and seven granddaughters. They have one great grandson and two great granddaughters. One grandson is deceased.

at 548-3072. Plans are being made for their 60th class reunion to be held in August of this year.

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in Greenville at 11:30 a.m. A buffet lunch will be provided at noon. For additional information contact Duane Shields

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Joe and Elaine Soley were married Feb. 12, 1966 in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Joe is a retired pastor and currently serves as chaplain at Wayne HealthCare. Elaine is a retired teacher at Greenville City Schools, both as a full-time and substitute teacher. Their son, Kevin, lives in Greenville and their daughter, Gail, and granddaughter, Olivia, live in New Jersey. They would welcome any cards, but please not gifts.

Presidents Day closing GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Community Action Partnership will be closed Feb. 15, in honor of Presidentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Day. This includes Darke County Metropolitan Housing Authority and Community Transportation Services. Normal hours will resume Feb. 16.

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Sixth grade team players are (front row) Jason Hale, Ryan Stephan, Josh Scantland, Luke Drew and Seth Wogoman; (middle row) Layne Sarver, Ty Linkous and Wyatt Plush; (back row) Coaches Chase Spencer, Eric Sarver and Randy Linkous. (Toby Spencer photo)

Fifth grade team players are Seth Cook, Camden Cook, Justin Finkbine, Logan Call, Kasen Hale, Dillian Plush, Austin Rismiller and Andrew Holzaphel. Coaches are Duane Cook, Scoob Cook and Travis Call. (Toby Spencer photo)

Tri-Village youth basketball sweeps TCN Winter Classic BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com LEWISBURG – The Tri-Village boys 5th and 6th grade basketball program swept the annual Winter Bash tournament this past Sunday at TriCounty North in Lewisburg. The 6th grade team, who currently has a (9-1) record, came out on top of the seven-team tournament after taking down Houston, Tri-County North and Eaton… then beating Twin Valley South 37-13 in the championship game. “We are extremely proud of the effort the boys gave during the tournament against several good teams,” said Coach Randy Linkous. “We are fortunate to have two teams this year. That is 18 boys

who practice and play every week.” “It is really rewarding watching all of our sixth graders consistently work hard to be successful basketball players,” Linkous added. After knocking off Twin Valley South, Mississinawa Valley and Bradford, the (10-0) undefeated 5th grade team took the tournament title with a 48-35 victory over Brookville. “We are very happy about the way the boys came out and played,” said Asst. Coach Scoob Cook. “All the boys worked really hard and played great team-ball.” Both teams will play at Tri-Village this Sunday beginning at 2 p.m. The community is encouraged to come out and support their local youth athletes.

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VERSAILLES – The Versailles wrestling team is making a return trip to St. John Arena on the campus of The Ohio State University having earned a spot in the OHSAA (Ohio High School Athletic Association) Division III Dual Team State Wrestling Tournament. “Our kids have been working hard,” said Versailles Coach A.J. Bey. “This is one of their goals. They achieved the goal. They just told me they are not satisfied with this so we’ll see what happens in Columbus.” The Tigers wrestlers defeated Covington 45-13 in the regional semifinals match-2 and handily outwrestled Williamsburg 54-9 to claim the regional championship. Covington was no match for the Tigers in the semifinals as the team entered the night with three starting wrestlers unable to go due to injuries. Versailles got major decisions from Corey Dieringer, Jona-

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com TROY – Greenville came into Friday night’s game at Troy with a new all-time assist record holder taking the court for the Wave. Clay Guillozet quietly became the GHS all-time assist leader Tuesday night in the Wave’s 73-69 victory over state ranked Fort Recovery breaking the 29 year old mark of 274 set my Bill Funderburg Jr. “Seems like every day he is breaking a different one,” said Greenville Coach Michael Bashore. “That is a kid who has put in a lot of work for four years and even longer when he was a fourth or ﬁfth grader. We’re lucky to have him. He does a fantastic job. I’m just really proud I have been able to coach him four years.” “He (Troy ﬁrst year Coach Paul Bremigan) does a nice job over there with those kids,” said Bashore. “They play so hard with that triangle and two they put on us.”

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than Moorman and Kyle Gigandet. The lone pin of the match came from Versailles’ Jerome Bey in the 182 pound weight class. Williamsburg defeated Bethel-Tate 40-30 in semiﬁnal match-1 earning a chance to move on to state by defeating Versailles but a superior Tigers team was too much for the team from down by the Ohio River with Versailles advancing to State with a 54-9 win. “They had some real good kids out which was unfortunate because it was going to be a real barn-

burner,” said Bey. “My two assistant coaches had scenarios written down. We were kinda ready for anything they had and then when they came in without those three we had to take back and say, we’ll see what we can do.” Versailles opened the championship match against Williamsburg with back-to-back pins, each coming in under a minute. “I’m sure that was not a real nice bus trip up here for Williamsburg,” said Bey. “We told our six pounder and our 13

pounder let’s get on them early, quick and get the ball rolling and they did a great job.” Versailles received major decisions from Preston Platfoot, Corey Dieringer and Jacob Rismiller. Pins came from Jacob Poling, Marcus Marshal, Kyle Wuebker, Lave Feltz, Jerome Bey and Kyle Gigandet in the win over Williamsburg. Versailles advances to the State Dual Team Tournament Sunday, February 14 in Columbus.

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“You can’t really practice that,” continued Bashore. “It’s hard to prepare for that. We did the best we could then we stopped making shots in the second half… allowed them to claw back in it.” The teams played to a 1212 score after one period of play with the Wave getting eight Guillozet points and a basket each from Devin Hendrix and Isaiah Gable. Greenville would ﬁnd a way to get past the Trojans second quarter press and outscore the home team 21-9 taking a 33-21 lead at the break. Troy would take an 18-16 lead at 6:10 in the second only to have the Green Wave go on a 17-3 run that included a period ending 9-0 run by way of a Peter Pandy three, a Gable trey and an Aaron Rich triple. Troy took advantage of a smothering press to limit the Wave to seven thirdquarter points while adding 13 points to cut Greenville’s lead to 40-34 heading to the fourth. “They were ready to play,” Bashore said. “You knew once he got more time with those kids they were going to be a tougher victory for us.” Rich accounted for four third-quarter points while Guillozet was chipping in a basket and free-throw. Period No. 4 saw both teams put up their biggest numbers of the night with

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the Trojans putting up 24 points to Greenville’s 23. Troy would open fourth quarter play outscoring the Wave 15-9 to even the score at 49-49 with 4:00 on the clock but it was the Wave getting the win putting 14 points on the board over the ﬁnal four minutes of play while holding Troy to nine. “When you’re not playing

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your best, sometimes you ﬁnd out a way to win and that’s what we did tonight,” stated Bashore. “I’m happy… we fought and scrapped and come out with a win. That’s all that matters.” Wave Scoring: C. Guillozet 26, I. Gable 16, A. Rich 9, P. Pandy 6, B. Russell 4, D Hendrix 2

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GREENVILLE – Jazzlyn Petry, the daughter of Jeff and Cynnema Petry signed her letter of intent to continue her education and softball career at Sinclair Community College with plans to study Physical Therapy. “It’s really exciting,” said Petry. “I’ve been waiting for this for a while.” “It’s great for our program,” said Sinclair softball Coach Steve Beachler. “She is a quality student, a quality player and she’s going to be a leader out on the field for us. That is one of the things that brought my interest in her… her leadership ability on the field.” “She will be an impact player right away behind the plate,” continued Beachler. “We have a sophomore now that is moving on and that is one of the positions we were really trying to fill with a quality player and we

really did that this year.” “I’m proud of Jazz and the effort she has put forth as a quality studentathlete,” said Greenville Coach Jerrod Newland. “JP will go down as one of the best offensive players ever here at GHS.” The Greenville senior catcher has started every game of her high school career with a goal to lead the Lady Wave softball team back to Akron in her ﬁnal season. Petry has a .359 career batting average and is a member of the 100 hit club with a season to go. Amazingly, 40 percent of Petry’s hits have resulted in extra base hits. Jazzlyn has excelled as a catcher and at ﬁrst base while making All-League every playing season for the Green Wave. “I want to be able to be a good leader and bring what I’ve brought here to the high school team,” Petry said of her signing. “Just be a good leader for everyone.”

Jazzlyn Petry signs letter of intent… L-R GHS Coach Jerrod Newland, Petry, Sinclair Coach Steve Beachler (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Coach Beachler traveled to Greenville for Petry’s signing in the High School media center. “Her leadership ability on the ﬁeld,” Beacher said of his interest in Petry. “She is a very solid hitter. She hits the ball hard when she gets up to the plate and she always puts the ball in play. Just her hustle and attitude in the dugout and on the ﬁeld. I can’t say enough good things about her.” “She will bring a great skill set to the team (Sinclair),” said Newland. “I expect her to be ready to

go and help Coach Beacher continue their winning ways… to put the Tartans on the softball map.” Petry joins Wave pitcher and ﬁrst baseman Allison Minnich, a recent Sinclair signee. “It’s great having both battery positions… a pitcher and catcher,” said Beachler. “They are going to be working a lot together this year and then just jump right into our program without missing a beat. Both of them are going to contribute right away.”

Lady Indians advance in Sectionals Versailles’ Dieringer signs with Wittenberg BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

LYNN, Ind. – The Union City Lady Indians faced Blue River for the second time this year to open the IHSAA Class A Sectional tournament Tuesday at Randolph Southern High School in Lynn, Ind. Just like in the ﬁrst meeting between the teams, the Lady Indians came out on top with a 57-32 victory. UC got off to a slow start with the Lady Vikings holding on to an 11-9 lead after the ﬁrst quarter. The Lady Indians slowly got some momentum started in the second quarter… taking a three point lead at the half. “We’ve got to play four quarters if we want our season to keep going. Blue River came out ready to play… their seniors don’t want to lose and their season to end,” UC Coach Sarah Hines told The Early Bird in a post-game interview. “I told the girls at halftime that we have to come out in the second half and play like we want

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to win.” Union City looked like a different team in the second half, as they dominated Blue River – outscoring the Lady Vikings 36-14 to get the win. The Lady Indians were led by the inside scoring of junior Courtney Wise with 13 and senior Madeline Adams with 11 points. Junior Baylee Hartman added 10 points and pulled down 12 rebounds for UC. “When we play our game, we are hard to beat,” Coach Hines added. “Now we will focus on Seton Catholic who is a much improved team since we met them early in the season.” Union City and Seton Catholic played Friday in the semi-ﬁnal game. Log on to bluebagmedia.com/ sports to see results from the semi-ﬁnal and Saturday’s Sectional Champion game if Union City advances.

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES – Versailles senior Corey Dieringer signed his letter of intent Wednesday morning to play college football for Wittenberg University. “It feels pretty nice,” Dieringer said of his signing. “The decision making is over and now I know what I want to do so I can focus on that and go ahead and do it.” “I am very excited that Corey is going on to the next level to play football,” said Versailles football coach Adam Miller. “He had a great high school career and I’m glad to see he is using his talents at the next level.” Dieringer, the son of Karla and Marc Dieringer although not certain of a ﬁeld of study stated, “not for sure of a speciﬁc area but something in busi-

ness… business management or Intrapreneurship.” Wittenberg plans to use Dieringer on the offensive side of the line most likely as a slot receiver his ﬁrst year. “I think it will be fun to get the ball and run with it,” stated Dieringer. “Maybe they will move me around eventually but if not I would like to be a receiver.” Several visits to the Wittenberg campus inﬂuenced Dieringer’s decision making and looks forward to playing his college games an hour from home. “It’s close to home,” said Dieringer. “I like the campus. I have been there to visit a couple of times. I think it would be nice to play football there because the coaches seem like they actually get to know you and help you as a person as well as train you to be a

Lady Tigers end regular season with win VERSAILLES – Versailles came back from a 19-15 halftime deficit to take down Delphos St. Johns Thursday in the Lady Tigers’ final game of the regular season. With the 36-29 victory, Versailles finished the regular season with a (16-6) record and (5-4) in the MAC. They will open tournament play Feb. 13 against National Trail – tip scheduled for 2 p.m. at Franklin Monroe High School.

Front Row L-R Karla Dieringer, mother, Corey Dieringer, Marc Dieringer, father, Back Row L-R Adam Miller, coach, Doug Giere athletic director (Gaylen Blosser photo)

football player.” “They have a great tradition there,” Dieringer said of Wittenberg. “They have a great tradition of winning.” “Wittenberg does very well,” Coach Miller stated. “It seems like they are always at the top of their league and they are usually in the playoffs or very near getting into the playoffs, so it is deﬁnitely a quality program.” Corey had many to thank for getting him to this point in his life. “My mom and dad with all the scholarships and paperwork and things like that,” Dieringer said. “My coaches for pushing me to become a good football player and Coach Housewright (Wittenberg assistant coach) and the rest of the coaching staff at Wittenberg… all my friends

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A Night in Hollywood honors local athletes GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; On March 5, the second annual Special Olympics fundraising event, A Night in Hollywood, will be held at Greenville High School. This event spotlights the artistic talents of our Special Olympians recognizing them as the stars they are. Now is the time for all Special Olympians to register to participate in this amazing event! It is also the time for the Darke County businesses to join through sponsorship of this exciting event. Consider joining Second National Bank and Supply Chain Management as a business level sponsorship. Activities the Special Olympians can participate in are Who is the Baby?, Talent Show, or Art Auction. The Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Baby game requires the Olympian to submit a baby photo and a current picture of themselves. This activity is open to all Special Olympians. The photos are displayed and guests at the event will make guesses to match the baby photos to now. The Art Auction is a showcase of artwork created by a Special Olympian.

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HANOVER, Ind. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kirby Lantz was one of more than 300 Hanover College students who earned Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List honors for the fall 2015 semester. To qualify for Hanoverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s List, students must have a GPA of 3.5 or better. Lantz, a junior health and movement studies major, is the daughter of Steve Lantz and Francia Lantz, Greenville. She is a graduate of Greenville Senior High School.

Each piece of artwork is then auctioned off to the guests through a silent bidding process. Any art is acceptable. Jewelry, paintings, chalk, trash turned to treasure, clay, and many more. Please consider donating the work of the Special Olympian to be showcased and money raised from its sale. The evening includes a Talent Show. Consider signing up to participate in this event. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the Special Olympians opportunity to shine on stage and in the spotlight. Music, dramatic reading, theatre, reading poems or other creative opportunities are welcome. Guests will enjoy special guest performances from the Greenville Jazz Scene and Wavaires entertainment. Sign-up in your class at school or contact Mrs. Buchy via email - Dbuchy@ greenville.k12.oh.us. You will have many opportunities to give back to the Special Olympics fund throughout A Night in Hollywood with business donations â&#x20AC;&#x201C;RafďŹ&#x201A;e prizes, Table Sponsorship ($200) and Event Sponsorship ($500). In their inaugural event they raised $7,082 speciďŹ cally for the Darke County Special Olympics. Their goal for this year is to raise $7,000. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. that night. Tickets are available at Greenville National Bank North Town Branch and at the door. They would love to get as many members of the community as possible involved to share this very special night with them. For more information, contact Mrs. Buchy -dbuchy@greenville.k12.oh.us.

Unit #245 American Legion Auxiliary President Dorothy Shively and TriVillage fourth grade teacher, Mrs. Munchel praise Donnie Shumaker and Alayne Brush for their creativity while making Valentines for Vets as part of the Unitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outreach program. The Auxiliary provided the art supplies as students applied learned skills.

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NEW MADISON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; As part of the outreach program of Unit 245 American Legion Auxiliary under the Children and Youth Co-chairmanship of Joan and Marian Eley, members of the Auxiliary and Legion visited the fourth grade classrooms at TriVillage School. Colored paper, stickers, paper doilies, glue and assorted art supplies were distributed to the students who with heart-warming enthusiasm created original valentines for patients at the Dayton

Zombie Night at Memorial Hall GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Greenville Junior High Theatre Workshop, under the direction of Kari Lemon, is proud to announce â&#x20AC;&#x153;Zombie Nightâ&#x20AC;? for their 31st show. The show, written by Tim Kelly with music and words by Bill Francoeur and Scott Deturk, takes place in present time. The Senior Class is preparing for their Class party and instead of a sock hop, plans Zombie Night in an

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Veterans Hospital; thanking them for service to their country. Students demonstrated and practiced skills in letter writing, penmanship, social studies, history, art, spelling and community service. A lively question and answer period took place between the students and the veterans building awareness and appreciation of the job the military does to protect the rights guaranteed under the Constitution to all United States citizens.

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abandoned farmhouse. Little do they know the current and past history of the house as it use to be the home of the Mad Dr. Thanatos, â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Greatest Re-Animatorâ&#x20AC;?, better known to the students for attempting to bring the dead back to life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Zombie Nightâ&#x20AC;? will roam the stage at Memorial Hall Feb. 12-13. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7 p.m. performance both evenings. General Admission tickets are $4 presale and $5 at the door. Reserved seating will be $6. Discount tickets for children and Senior Citizens apply as well. For tickets, contact Kari Lemon at 5483185 ext. 785 or at klemon@ greenville.k12.oh.us. Also, be sure to ask about our patron program to help keep this organization thriving for years to come. The cast and crew of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Zombie Nightâ&#x20AC;? hope you can attend. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is bound to be a night youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never forget.â&#x20AC;?

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Retired Teachers Association will be awarding two $400 scholarships for a student pursuing a degree in education. The scholarship is available to any 2016 Darke County High School graduate entering the ďŹ eld of education. Each applicant must be a full time high school student expecting to graduate by June 2016, and must have been accepted by a college of education as a full time student working toward a Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in education. Applications are available from the guidance counselor in each Darke County school or you may receive one by sending a self addressed, stamped envelope to: Maxine Didier, DCRTA Scholarship Chairman, 6555 Beamsville Webster Rd., Versailles, Oh, 45380. Applications must be received no later than March 31, 2016.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darke County Center for the Arts will present the multi-media presentation Through The Eyes of a Friend to local junior high students at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville on Feb. 10 and 11. This Living Voices production, a part of DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arts in Education series, tells the story of Anne Frank from the point of view of a ďŹ ctional best friend, a composite character inspired by the testimonies of many individuals who actually knew Anne Frank. This performance is free and open to the public. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When we presented this moving production a few years back, educators requested its prompt return,â&#x20AC;? said DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Through the Eyes of a Friend provides unique and memorable insight into history that evokes a sense of actually being there, of seeing events surrounding the Holocaust unfold before your very eyes,â&#x20AC;? he stated. Rawlins explained that the show features a live actor as well as archival ďŹ lm, creating a portrait of a moving personal journey that breathes new life into well-known historical events. Through The Eyes of a Friend is the ďŹ nal presentation in DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2015-2016 Arts in Education series which annually brings high quality artists to perform for students in each grade level of all local public schools. Prior offerings include Kim and Reggie Harris singing â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music of

the Underground Railroadâ&#x20AC;? for kindergartners through third graders, Mad River Theater Works presenting John Henry for students in grades 4 through 6, and a cappella quintet VoicePlay performing for high school students. DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arts in Education program is sponsored by Gordon Orthodontics, Target, DP&L Company Foundation, Greenville Federal, Maid-Rite Sandwich Shoppe, Edison State Community College, Darke Rural Electric Trust, Richard Baker, BASF, and Littman-Thomas Agency, the Mandy Green Fund of the Darke County Foundation, and the Helen Hawkey Music Project. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans; the A.I.E. program is also funded by DCCA memberships and the local schools. DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund. DCCA ofďŹ cials schedule Arts in Education programming in cooperation with the schools; for more information regarding exact times for performances of Through the Eyes of a Friend, contact DCCA at 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts.net.

Shown are (front row) Brianna Puderbaugh, Emily Schmitz, (second row) Emily Scholl, Mackenzie Hamilton, (back row) Coach Karry Marker, Riley Price, Leah Scholl, Isis Castorena, and Coach Sheila Scholl.

MV JH Dance Team has great year UNION CITY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Mississinawa Valley Jr. High Dance Team competed in seven competitions this year. They took ďŹ rst place at the Ohio State Fair in the overall dance division and won the overall spirit award. They won ďŹ rst place at the New Bremen Fest and Darke County fair. They took top

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Mill announces Art from Seasons Past Books That Hook mentors needed GREENVILLE – Bear’s Mill is a popular site for graphic artists, its rustic beauty and inviting natural surroundings providing inspiration and multiple scenic subjects that beg to be captured with a paintbrush or camera. In an appropriate response to this advantageous reality, Friends of Bear’s Mill, the organization which owns and operates the Mill, is announcing “Art From Seasons Past,” a fundraiser offering supporters of the historic site the opportunity to own a work of art featuring aspects of the appealing building and its surroundings. Fifteen pieces will be on display in the Mill’s Clark Gallery beginning Feb. 19; visitors to Bear’s Mill can bid on their favorites in a Silent Auction that will conclude March 18 with a Reveal Party and Reception from 6-8 p.m., when those entering the winning bids will take their treasures home; bids will be taken through 7:30 p.m. that evening. According to Marti Goetz, executive director of Friends of Bear’s Mill, many of these artworks have been donated by Sue Detling, a long time Mill supporter. “We are offering lovely paintings of the Mill by Thelma Frame, Alma Gilbert, Mark Kingrey, and Augie Roestamadji and two delightful prints of inte-

BRADFORD – Teen and adult volunteers are needed for the “Books That Hook…” reading mentor program for Kindergarten through third graders at Bradford Public Library. There will be a training session for interested teens and adults on several easy to use reading methods

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rior mill scenes by Tracey Onoz that would enhance any home or business; but not all of the pieces depict our scenic site,” Ms. Goetz explained. “An evocative oil of the Greenville Courthouse by Hattie Stanton highlighting the building’s new dome connects directly to the Viet Nam Veterans Memorial that Terry Clark built on Mill grounds using the beloved old dome, and should warm the heart of any Darke Countian,” she said. Among the other work being put up for bids are limited edition prints by Noblesville, Ind. artist Bruce Neckar and Michigan painter Paul Wolber, as well as Arcanum High School graduate Chris Madden’s “Monolith,” a richly colored oil dominated by monumental grain silos, which offers dramatic contrast to

Doug Fiely’s two small but fetching woodcut prints. Minimum starting bids for the artworks range from $50 to $1,100 “Not only will the top bidders own an outstanding piece of art, but their generosity will help us keep the Mill alive and thriving, an outcome beneﬁtting everyone concerned,” Ms. Goetz remarked. According to Ms. Goetz, Friends of Bear’s Mill is grateful to Julie Kessen of Granny’s Corner in downtown Greenville, for donating framing services for “Art From Seasons Past.” The art is on view and bids can be placed during regular Mill store hours, 11 a.m. till 5 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, and 1 p.m. till 5 p.m. Sundays. For more information, contact Bear’s Mill at 937-5485112 or visit www.bearsmill.com.

Keiser returns with history on Longtown GREENVILLE – Connor Keiser returns with an encore presentation on Longtown, Ohio, Feb. 20, 1 p.m. in the Greenville Public Library’s upstairs meeting room. The library is honored to host Connor again and to celebrate Black History Month by learning more about this important community and our rich local history. The original “Greenville Negro Settlement,” later renamed Longtown, was founded by Connor’s fifth great-grandparents James & Sophia Clemens in 1822. Situated in Liberty Township it was established as a strongly abolitionist farming settlement. Many people have heard of Longtown but most are unaware of its significance as the first free black settlement and one of only two tri-racial communities in the state of Ohio. The Clemens Family arrived in Ohio from Virginia with slave-owner Adam Sellers who freed his people and provided them with land. Other free blacks joined them and as the town grew, a school and several churches and cemeteries were established. It was an important station on the Underground Rail-

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erary Institute Preservation Society is raising money and awareness for the above named school which was founded by Connor’s grandfather in 1914. It was a manual labor school for all races and provided room and board. One church from 1856 is still very active, the Bethel Long Wesleyan Church, holding services every Sunday. The Community Center also hosts an annual “homecoming.” Connor is proud to continue the research his grandfather Maze Clemens started and in the past year has uncovered even more interesting facts and pictures which he will share on the big screen TV. Join them to learn more about our fascinating heritage. Light refreshments will be served.

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deadly truth of getting high CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

Crews are busy working on the city’s new K-8 school on Ohio Street. The project is progressing right on schedule, says Superintendent Doug Fries. (Ryan Berry photo)

New K-8 school right on schedule thanks to mild winter weather SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The mild winter has been a plus for workers on Greenville’s new K-8th grade building project. “A lot of aspects of the winter have been good for this kind of work,” said Superintendent Doug Fries on Feb. 2. The building is still scheduled to be completed by mid-November of this year, with students moving in when they return after Christmas break, Fries said. Fries said the board of education will be looking at setting up a three-week holiday break schedule for the 2016-17 school year, noting that “most schools do that when they move in during a mid-year.” Masons have ﬁnished up block work and have started working on laying brick, Fries said. Also, passersby will notice steel on both the north and south ends of the project going up. The center of the building will house two gymnasiums, a cafeteria/kitchen area and mechanical facilities. The kindergarten rooms will be located in the single story portion of the north end of the building, with grades 1-4 in the two-story portion of the north end and grades 5-8 in the two-story portion of the south end.

Also finished are the geothermal wells and looping, Fries said, for heating. And it won’t be long before the green roofing will be laid on the south end, Fries said. The roofer is installing layers of insulation, then an ice and water shield will be laid prior to the green roof panels. Inside the building, masons are laying brick veneer and painting has begun in the gyms and locker room areas. Electric and plumbing crews also are putting in lines and duct work. This spring, Fries said, school officials will organize walk-throughs of the new school for staff members. Also this spring, Bruns Construction will be completing site work, installing utilities and developing the road areas along Ohio Street. “It really will pick up as the building gets what I call ‘temporarily closed in.’” Fries said. After students move into the new facility, plans call for the districts remaining buildings to be razed. The Greenville Township Trustees recently purchased the Woodland site for the construction of a township building. The St. Clair Memorial Hall also will remain part of the school district.

Benson and his parents, Ben and Megan Stull (center) accept the gift baskets from Talia Barga of Western OB/GYN (left) and Lisa Martin of Greenville National Bank.

Benson Stull wins Baby Book prize GREENVILLE – The Early Bird and Bluebag Media are pleased to announce the winner of the 2016 Baby Book giveaway. Benson Bradley Stull’s name was drawn to receive gift baskets from Wayne HealthCare and Greenville National Bank. Stull was born May 23, 2015 to Ben and Megan Stull. His grandparents are Tom and Shelly Hill, Carolyn Bowman, and Dave and Kelly Stull. The Greenville National

Bank gift basket included an insulated back pack, magnetic photo and message board, two travel mugs, apothecary jar and a $25 book of $1 bills to start Benson’s savings. Wayne HealthCare presented Benson with a car bank, plush dog, assorted books and bibs with a sports motif. The Early Bird and Bluebag Media thank everyone who included their newborn baby’s picture in the special edition.

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UNION CITY, Ind. - It is no secret that the deadly threat of addiction is very much present in America’s public school system today. With the continuing rise of opiate abuse, heroin usage and overdoses have become a common problem with most law enforcement agencies across the country. On Wednesday, Jan. 27 Union City Jr/Sr High School students in grades 7-12 listened to area experts talk about the dangers of heroin and other addictions teenagers face in their daily lives. The importance of spearheading this problem has never had a sense of urgency like it does now with the surge of heroin overdoses and other addictions to dangerous narcotics. “There is no time more important than now, to step up and take back our community from the long arms of addiction,” Union City Indiana Police

Chief Cobie Wells told The Early Bird. “We start here with our generation of future leaders and educate them... and just pray they hear this message loud and clear!” The kids heard presentations by medical professionals like Randolph County Coroner Tim Crawford and Union City EMT Matt Blankley, who described what they experience on a regular basis when it comes to drug overdoses. They were also educated by Dr. Jan Kornilow from IU Health about the risks of getting high and the cold hard facts about addiction. Finally, the students heard a true story from Clinton Randall about how the choices they make when it comes to drugs and other pressures can have a lasting effect on their freedom and overall health. “As the principal I believe it is my responsibility to prepare our students for the real world,” said Union City Principal Aaron Black. “The truth is the world can be an ugly place and the

UCCHS students listen to heroin program – organized by the Union City Indiana PD. (Clinton Randall photo)

heroin epidemic is real and destroying lives everyday. As a school we have chosen to hit these topics head on rather than putting our head in the sand.” “The speakers did an amazing job driving home the consequences that come with making a conscious decision to introduce drugs into your life,” he added. Following the program with the students, the Union City Indiana Police Department held a Q&A session later that evening for the parents. The

Former Civitas editor joins Early Bird team GREENVILLE – The Early Bird and Bluebag Media are pleased to announce Susan Hartley has joined the editorial staff. Publisher Keith Foutz said, “We are truly pleased to welcome Susan as part of our growing team here at The Early Bird and Bluebag Media. She brings with her a wealth of newspaper experience and has already hit the ground running. We look forward to the future as we continue to be the largest newspaper employer in Darke County. Hartley, a lifelong Buckeye, graduated from Covington High School and studied journalism at Rick’s College in Rexburg, Idaho and Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where she was a staff writer at The Daily Universe. Hartley’s local work experience includes reporting for weeklies, including the Stillwater Valley Advertiser and the former West Milton Record and Tipp City Herald. In 1999, she took a job as the education reporter for Troy

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Daily News, then two years later was promoted to city editor. In 2004, she became editor at Troy’s sister Brown Publishing paper, the Piqua Daily Call. In 2013, she became a group content manager (editor) for Troy and Piqua papers, along with Sidney Daily News. Hartley and her husband John are parents of two grown daughters. Maria and her husband Fernando Rodriguez reside in Whittier, Calif. where they both work as licensed social workers. Laura and her husband Daniel reside

in Delaware, Ohio. Laura is an adjunct professor teaching English as a Second Language at Tiffin and Heidelberg Universities in Tiffin and English at Marion Technical Institute. Her husband is a second-year dental student at The Ohio State University. “With our daughters now out of college and married, the time is right to return to the work of reporting,” Hartley said. “I especially enjoy covering education and our schools. I find it interesting to visit the classrooms to see what our students are learning and doing, then sharing their activities with readers.” After years managing newsrooms, Hartley is looking forward to getting out from behind the desk and into the community. “My husband grew up in Lynn, Ind., where we still have the family farm,” Hartley said. “Greenville has always been a go-to spot for us on our way to and from visiting with family. I’m looking forward to working in Darke County.

My experience the past two weeks has been such a positive one – both at The Early Bird and with those I’ve met while covering my beats.” Hartley has been active with several organizations, including the Miami County 4-H program where she served as an adviser for 10 years. Also, while her daughters were in school, she served on several boards and booster groups, including PTA, music boosters, and academic excellence organization. She also was a member of the Piqua Arts Council, Piqua Chamber of Commerce Business Expo Committee, served as a committee member for the United Way board and was awarded a Pride of Workmanship of the Year award from the Piqua Rotary. Hartley also has earned several awards for her reporting, from the Associated Press Society of Ohio and was named to the Ohio School Board Media Honor Roll for her coverage of local education issues.

Commission approves easement for recreational trail project SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – County commissioners on Feb. 3 approved a resolution allowing the Darke County Park District to move ahead with work on the recreational trail, east of Greenville. The approval is for a permanent easement and right of way at Wayne Industries on Jaysville-St. John’s Road. The park district will pay commission the sum of $1 for the access. Park District Director

Roger VanFrank was in attendance for Wednesday’s commission meeting. “We’ve worked with Wayne Industries and they are in agreement,” with the proposed easement, which also will provide access to their ball diamonds, VanFrank said. The access will be im compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act and will be wheelchair accessible, he said. Work on the recreational trail is currently in Phase 4 of a 6-phase project, VanFrank said. “We’ve been approved for Phase 5 and will be applying for Phase 6,” yet this year, he

said. The project is in year 6 of a 12-year plan. “We’re progressing along,” he said. “We’re working handin-hand with the city.” The Wayne Industries easement is one of three easements the park district plans to procure within the next few months, VanFrank told commissioners. “Thanks for all your hard work,” on the trail project, said Mike Stegall, commission chairman. Commissioner Diane Delaplane also thanked VanFrank for his work on the trail, especially for securing funding for the project.

In other business Wednesday, commissioners approved the following dates for recycling materials: * Thursday, May 26 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Electronics Recycling Day, Darke County Fairgrounds, hog barn * Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Community Shred Day, Darke County Fairgrounds, Ohio Center * Saturday, Oct. 8 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, Darke County Fairgrounds, hog barn.

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Seeds 4 All: Seed Swap GREENVILLE – The Growing Harvest Seed Library will host its annual “Seeds 4 All: Seed Swap” on Feb. 11, 6 p.m., in the upstairs meeting room at the Greenville Public Library. Prior to the Seed Swap, Janell Weiss from the Darke County Soil & Water District will provide a short presentation about starting seeds. Bring your extra seeds and trade them for something you need or have been wanting to try. Remember, these are heirloom, open-pollinated seeds that grow year after year. The idea is to borrow seeds, plant them, and return a few from your har-

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GREENVILLE – When was the last time you enjoyed a meal in downtown Greenville? If it has been awhile, you won’t want to miss Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event in March, the Culinary Tour! This ticketed event, held on March 4, 6-9 p.m., allows you to eat and sip your way through the urban-spirited district and explore dining locations you haven’t tried or places you need reintroduced to. The tour will consist of 11 small groups, led by energetic tour guides. Each group will visit 10 downtown establishments who will highlight a sample for ticket holders. The 11 businesses featured on the tour include: Romer’s Catering, The Bistro Off Broadway, The Don’s Pizza, KitchenAid Experience, D’Alessios, Brenda’s Bean-

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should possess a valid Ohio Drivers License and have reliable transportation. Those individuals who possess the aforementioned talents are encouraged to submit their cover letter, resume, writing sample and three references to: Matthew Staugler, Executive Director of the Darke County Visitors Bureau at mstaugler@visitdarkecounty.org no later than 5 p.m. on April 1. Information can also be mailed to the Darke County Visitors Bureau at 421 S. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Full job description can be accessed at www.VisitDarkeCounty.org.

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are encouraged. Feb. 9 – Greenville Church of the Brethren, 421 Central Ave., Greenville, 12:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Zechar Bailey Funeral Homes Feb. 18 – Ansonia High School, High School Gym, 8 a.m.–noon, sponsored by Ansonia High School FFA Feb. 25 – Bradford High School, 750 Railroad Ave., Bradford, 3–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Bradford HS NHS Feb. 27 – North Star Community Center, 8–11 a.m., sponsored by St. Louis Catholic Church Learn more at www. GivingBlood.org.

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BRADFORD – Bradford Public Library is sponsoring a Winter Reading Club for teens and adults. This year’s theme is Make Reading Your Winter Sport! The club will continue through April 1. Readers will ﬁll out a book slip with their name, phone number and title of the book and place the book slip in the Winter Jar. On April 4, the library will be drawing for prizes. Come in to the library to check out what you might receive if you are a winner. Any questions can be addressed to the staff librarians at 448-2612.

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New DCVB Visitors Guide now available

Matt Huffman (right) was able to get acquainted with local Republicans during an event to hosted by the Darke County Republicans.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Visitors Bureau is proud to announce that the 20162017 Darke County Visitors Guides are now available. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is the culmination of months of work,â&#x20AC;? said Matthew Staugler, executive director of the

GTS closed Republicans host event on Feb. 15

for Matt Huffman GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darke County Republicans hosted a reception for 12th District State Senate Candidate Matt Huffman on January 7. A number of elected ofďŹ cials were on hand to support Huffman including State Representative Jim Buchy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Government is screaming for people who have Mattâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s integrity. As a State Representative, Matt worked to set the stage for the tremendous economic rebirth that we have in Ohio right now. We need Matt in the Senate to continue that leadership and economic growth,â&#x20AC;? says Buchy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am looking forward to returning to the state legislature,â&#x20AC;? says Huffman. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is an exciting time for our state. The economy is growing, employment is

up, and I look forward to continuing the growth by reducing burdensome regulations on businesses and keeping taxes low.â&#x20AC;? Matt Huffman served as the 4th District Representative (Allen County) in the Ohio House of Representatives from 2006 through 2014, and served as Speaker Pro Tempore for his ďŹ nal term. He is a partner in the Lima law ďŹ rm of Huffman, Kelley, Brock & Gottschalk. Huffman was also co-chair for State Issue 1, which was overwhelmingly approved by voters November 3. It requires that Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legislative districts be more fairly drawn. Matt Huffman lives in Lima with his wife Sheryl. They are the parents of four children.

Winter Wine Festival set for Feb. 26 VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Feb. 26 marks the date for the second annual Versailles Winter Wine Festival brought to you by the founders of the popular Versailles FareFest. The event will be held in The Riviera Room at Stillwater Valley Golf Club and will begin with social hour at 6:30 p.m. Tickets will cost $30 per person and will include ďŹ ve tickets to be used for beer or wine during social hour, along with complimentary hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres. Choose from 20 different wine selections and seven different brews sure to please any palette. Live music will begin at 8 p.m. featuring great blues and dance tunes by

the Eric Jerardi Band from Dayton. A cash bar and open kitchen will be available until the conclusion of the evening at 11 p.m. As part of this annual event, a silent wine auction will also be held. Proceeds from this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s auction will beneďŹ t the Versailles YMCA. Tickets are on sale now and will be limited to the ďŹ rst 200 people. To purchase tickets, stop by or contact The Inn at Versailles at 526-3020. There will also be discount tickets for designated drivers (food and entertainment only) at $15 per person. For additional information, contact Todd Dammeyer at 417-2461.

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Darke County Visitors Bureau. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re excited to get this guide in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands, both visitors and locals. Our county has so much to offer.â&#x20AC;? The new Visitors Guide contains a variety of county-wide information and highlights several attractions throughout Darke County, including the KitchenAid Experience Retail Center, the Inn at Versailles, the Garst Museum & National Annie Oakley Center, Bearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill, the Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum, and more. It also features the new

February busy at Versailles Museum VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; February has arrived and the Versailles Area Museum is alive with activity for its 2016 season. On Feb. 7, 1-4 p.m., the Museum re-opens with many wonderful new displays and upgrades. Thanks to their many generous donors, new windows have been added to the east in their north gallery. New displays featured include â&#x20AC;&#x153;Native Sons & Daughtersâ&#x20AC;? in the center gallery featuring many locals who have left to carry the name of our many villages to great heights in their life. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Grandmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Feather Bedâ&#x20AC;? in the north gallery features beds and bedding from the 1800â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and 1900â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Also, over 30 wonderful quilts add to this colorful display of early bedrooms. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Give Me A Callâ&#x20AC;? is a whimsical look at early telephones. Who doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember a â&#x20AC;&#x153;party lineâ&#x20AC;? or operator assisted calls? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Say Cheeseâ&#x20AC;? is a look at cameras through the last century and how they have inďŹ&#x201A;uenced our lives. Other areas have had a fresh touch that will surely bring back memories to many.

Also in February they will kick off their Speaker Series. On Feb. 21, 2 p.m., they will welcome home Conner Keiser to hear his fascinating story of his ancestors and their connection to Darke Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Longtown. This community for free blacks was an important place in Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s post Civil War society and earliest struggle for Civil Rights. Conner has been welcomed to many area museums with his story, but this will be his ďŹ rst presentation for the Versailles Area Museum. On Feb. 29 they celebrate Leap Year with the return of the very popular Last Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s at 1 p.m. At the ďŹ rst gathering of the new season they will reminisce about days gone by in Versailles. This will be the last in their Village series of â&#x20AC;&#x153;All Roads Lead Home.â&#x20AC;? They hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll gather up your school chums, old neighbors and those who moved away to come back and join us as we remember going to school, or church, shopping or playing sports in Versailles! For private tours contact the museum at 5264222.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Darke County Whiskey, Wine, & Ale Trail,â&#x20AC;? made up of six wineries, distilleries, and breweries in and around Darke County. The Guide is available at the Darke County Welcome Center, 421 S. Broadway, Greenville, and by request at the Visitors Bureauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ cial website, www.VisitDarkeCounty.org. A digital version will be available soon, also online at www. VisitDarkeCounty.org. The Darke County Visitors Bureau is a non-proďŹ t destination marketing organization, focused on increasing commerce by encouraging travel to attracDARKE COUNTY SINGLES

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The Village of Arcanum will be accepting applications with resumes for the full time position of street laborer/mechanic. Job description and application can be picked up at the Village offices located at 104 W. South St, Arcanum. Pay will be based upon experience. Application and resume must be submitted to the attention of Mayor of Arcanum by 4:30 pm on February 26, 2016 at the Village offices. No phone calls please. The Village of Arcanum is an equal opportunity employer.

CITY OF GREENVILLE

On February 2, 2016, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #16-05 Supplemental appropriations • Ordinance #16-06 Increasing the number of street openings and reducing the amount of the guarantee bond in connection with the 2016 Vectren Energy Delivery gas lateral replacement project. This ordinance has an emergency clause. • Resolution #16-07 Authorizing financial assistance in support of the Union Cemetery. • Resolution #16-08 Authorizing submission of proposals with ODOT for grants for other than urbanized areas and Ohio elderly and disabled transit fare assistance program and execution of a contract with ODOT upon grant proposal acceptance for 2017. • Resolution #16-09 Authorizing the Public Transportation Director to purchase certain equipment used in connection with the City public transportation program, through ODOT, State administrative services in conjunction with the 2017 grant proposal. This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday. Vicki Harris, Clerk Greenville City Council Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director 2/7, 2/14 2T

PRIVATE SALE OF REAL ESTATE BY SEALED BID ESTATE OF VELMA K. HECK Phillip R. Garbig, Executor of the Estate of Velma K. Heck, will take sealed bid on the real estate located approximately ¾ mile south of Laura, Ohio on the east side of St. Rt. 721, identified as follows: 39.847 acres more or less of real property (bare ground-no improvements), Township of Union, Miami County, Ohio, Parcel ID No. L32-002505 (39.847 acres). The subject property is being sold “as is”. The sealed bids will be accepted at the Law Office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC, 2840 Alt. St. Rt. 49 N., Suite A, Arcanum, Ohio, until Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 1:00 P.M. Ohio time. Bidder must clearly set forth his/her bid in a total dollar amount. The sealed bids will be opened at the office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC on Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. Ohio time. All interested bidders who have submitted sealed bids may be present at the opening of the bids and may raise their bids. Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. The successful bidder shall enter into a contract for the purchase of said real estate. The successful bidder shall pay $10,000.00 earnest money deposit on date of sale. The balance of said purchase price shall be due and payable upon delivery of an Executor’s Deed within thirty (30) days after sale date or as soon thereafter as the Seller determines. Seller pays real estate taxes due in June 2016 (payable July 2016), Purchaser shall pay all real estate taxes due thereafter, including CAUV recoupment, if any. Possession shall be given at closing. Any statements made on day of sale shall take precedence over any statements made in this advertisement. A bid packet including a map of real property and bid form will be available at the office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC, Attorneys at Law at 2840 Alt. St. Rt. 49N, Suite A, Arcanum, Ohio 45304 or call (937) 692-5278.

Commencing in the Southeast corner of the Southeast quarter of Section 23, aforesaid township and range, thence West 1326.10 feet along the centerline of the Union City - Elroy Road to a railroad spike for a place of beginning; thence continuing West 265.04 feet to a railroad spike; thence North 328.71 feet to an iron pipe; thence East 265.04 feet to an iron pipe; thence South 328.71 feet to the place of beginning containing 2.00 acres more or less subject to an easement for highway purposes. The above description was taken from a survey made the 29th day of August, 1969, by E.R. Brown, Registered Surveyor #279. Engineer’s I.D. H32-0-113-23-00-00-204-00 (2 Acres) The Defendants named above are required to answer within 28 days of the date of the last publication of this Notice. By: Joseph J. Latas, Esq. Attorney for Plaintiff 116 West Fourth Street Greenville OH 45331 937.548.1125 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 6T

8352 Kniesley Rd. $675 + deposit. 4 BR ranch house. Greenville schools. All electric. 937-459-7377 Very nice 1 BR ground floor apt in Grnvle park. Fridge, stove, w/d hookup. No Pets or Smoking. $380/mo. 548-5053 3 BR, 1.5 baths, garage. Quiet neighborhood, Greenville. No pets. No smoking. 937-5480007, 937-621-4838 232 or 234 Hall St, Greenville. Each side 2 BRs, range & refrig furnished. 1 car garage each side. $425 per month + $425 security deposit + utilities. Call 937-417-4546 for Rental Application. Not Metropolitan approved

HELP WANTED BMI Speedway is seeking event staff. Weekends required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Send resumes to questions@bmikarts.com or mail to BMI 769 East Main Street, Versailles, Ohio 45380

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TWO DAY- PUBLIC COIN AUCTIONS

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11TH, 2016 – 5:00 P.M. FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12TH, 2016 – 5:00 P.M. Doors open at 3:30 P.M. 5862 Kruckeberg Rd. Greenville, OH 45331

DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton, Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www. auctionzip.com, enter auctioneer ID # 3426, click on the current auction date, click on bid now button to enter auction. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Buyer’s premium applied to online bidders only. 1881 GOLD FIVE DOLLAR HALF EAGLE-1903 FIVE DOLLAR GOLD COIN-1965 MEXICAN GOLD TOKEN -10 OZ. SILVER BARSILVER THREE-CENT PIECE- SILVER EAGLES-EISENHOWER DOLLARS-LARGE NOTES- BANK NOTES-LARGE SILVER CERTIFICATES-MINT SETS-PROOF SETS-COMMEMORATIVE SETS-LIBERTY HEAD V NICKELS- TWO CENT PIECESBUFFALO NICKELS-COLUMBIAN EXPOSITION HALF DOLLARSMORGAN DOLLARS-INDIAN HEAD CENTS-LINCOLN WHEAT CENTS-PEACE DOLLARS-SHIELD NICKELS-FRANKLIN HALF DOLLARS-BARBER DIMES-BARBER HALF DOLLARS-BARBER QUARTERS-KENNEDY HALF DOLLARS- STANDING LIBERTY QUARTERS- SEATED LIBERTY HALF DIMES-WALKING LIBERTY HALF DOLLARS, FOREIGN COINS-SILVER CANADIAN COINSCORONET HEAD LARGE CENTS- FLYING EAGLE CENTSVARIETY OF OTHER COINS.

OWNERS-MULTIPLE GROUP

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

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

Delinquent Lands

Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191 Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes: In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00568, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Kortney Smith, et al., Defendants. Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $8,946.78 (Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Forty Six and 78/100) F27221235010412700 301 Morrow Greenville, OH Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at 10 o’clock AM at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 26th day of February, 2016 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 11th day of March, 2016, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Farmers State Bank VS. Steven Sponaugle, et al. No. 13CV00610

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

Deutsche Bank VS. Craig Blumenstock, et al. No. 14CV00606

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

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, February 26, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of New Madison in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 238 N Main New Madison, Ohio Parcel Number: G31411013010310800

Street Address: 2737 State Route 571 Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021218000030700

Street Address: 145 Winchester Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221234010210200

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $60,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $23,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $71,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

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

Street Address: 717 Rifﬂe Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235020313400

Street Address: 9077 Hathaway Ansonia, Ohio Parcel Number: C13121332020110600 & C13121332020110700

US Bank VS. Chanda Flatter, et al. No. 15CV00109

Brethren Retirement Community VS. Barbara Justice, Deceased, et al. No. 15CV00395

Street Address: 7770 Horatio Harris Creek Bradord, Ohio Parcel Number: A02031011000020302

Street Address: 10331 Hillgrove Ft Recovery Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: H32011321000010302

Street Address: 307 W South Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: P59230804030414100

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $128,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $52,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $31,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

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

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

US Bank VS. Beth Combs, et al. No. 15CV00058

Second National Bank VS. Robert Seals, et al. No. 15CV00231

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $10,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

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

JPMorgan VS. Shawn Wogoman, et al. No. 13CV00013

Bank of NY Mellon VS. Rolland Rutter, et al. No. 14CV00205

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $5,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/7, 2/14, 2/21 3X

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

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CONSIGNMENT AUCTION

SAT APRIL 16, 2016 10:00 AM 6129 REED RD, ANSONIA, OHIO 45303

Now taking consignments of farm equipment, lawn equipment, steam and gas engine related articles, and antiques for auction to be held in conjunction with Darke County Steam Threshers swap meet held at York Woods at corner of Reed Rd and US 127. Call 937-417-4799 to consign your items. Auction items to be delivered Fri April 15, 10 AM-6 PM. Consign early to receive advertising.

FOR RENT 2 BR upper apt, New Madison. $485, includes water, trash. No Pets. No Smoking. 937423-3318

2 BR house in Arcanum. $550 monthly + security deposit. Includes appl, 1 car garage. No pets. No smoking. 937-459-0180 2 BR duplex w/garage, 211 Canterbury Dr. $600/mo + deposit + utilities. No Pets. No Smoking. 548-4497 for rental application 2 BR, 1 1/2 bath townhouse, n. side of Greenv. Seconds from Wagner Ave., No pets. Range, D/W, central A/C, lawn care & snow removal provided. Private patio. W/D hookup. Tenant pays utilities. $500 mo. 937-459-2269 Gettysburg. Room for rent/share. 2 bath, furnished. 2 car garage, w/yard, cable. No Pets. $550/mo, utilities. $320. 937-841-0049 2 BR downstairs apt, Union City, IN. Furnished. All utilities paid. $400 deposit, $200 per week rent. 937-9686804, 937-423-5397 HELP WANTED Responsible & dependable individuals needed to deliver Early Birds in the Versailles, Laura & Potsdam areas. These are walking routes. If you are interested, please contact Becky at 937-547-0851 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer

REAL ESTATE WED. - FEB 24TH 2016 6:PM 763 Red River West Grove Rd Laura, Ohio

Shown anytime by appt…Call 937-459-9558 Located at the corner of St RT 49 and Red River - West Grove Rd, Laura (Darke County) Ohio is this country home situated on .75 acres. The home features a large open living room/family room combined with the eat in kitchen. This two story home offers one bedroom down along with one large bath down and two additional bedrooms on the second story. The home has a newer roof and aluminum sided exterior. In addition to the home, there is also a detached 24’ X 24’ garage/shop with over head door. Terms: $3000 down day of auction with the balance due within 30 days.

MONICA FRANZ, OWNER

Midwest

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

Farm help wanted - full time position. Darke Co. area. Call for details. 937-564-0466 NEW TRUCKS ARRIVING - EXPERIENCED OTR DRIVERS VAN DIVISION: Runs 48 states, heavy from WI to Philadelphia/ Baltimore/ MD area. Flex home time. 99% No-Touch. Top Pay! Vacation/ 401K/ Vision/ Dental/ Disability/ Health. Require Class A CDL, 2 yrs OTR exp. good MVR, references. Call Ruth/Mike TTI, Inc. 1-800-558-2664 www. TTItrucking.com Small Business seeking reliable, self-motivated, friendly & honest person for part-time work. Will be working with the public; also responsible for opening & closing business when necessary. Averages 20-30 hrs/week. Great for retired individual with musical knowledge & can play an instrument. Duties include: Operating cash register, selling musical instruments & merchandise, inventory upkeep for re-orders, computer data entry, & cleaning. Must be available on Fridays & Saturdays from open to close (6:00 pm). Additional hours will be offered as needed. Consideration given ONLY to those who apply to address or e-mail below. NO WALK-IN INTERVIEWS, NO PHONE CALLS ACCEPTED. Send resume: SB/PT, c/o Bach to Rock, 334 S Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331. E-mail: bachtorock@earthlink. net Dump Truck Driver, must have Class B CDL, clean driving record, DOT card and be able to pass drug test. Experience preferred but will train if needed. Paid hourly. 937-402-8035 leave message HOUSEHOLD PILLOWTOP 14 INCH THICK MATTRESS & BOX SPRINGS: FULL SET $237; QUEEN SET $259; KING SET $399. NEW IN PLASTIC WITH WARRANTY. 937-884-5455 We deliver

AUCTIONEER’S DIRECTORY

www.KaugherAuctioneer.com

Ronnie Kaugher

1546 Cox Rd., Union City, OH (937) 968-7279

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

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

HOUSEHOLD Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870

New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $149, twin $79. We deliver. Call 937884-5455 Top loader washer & dryer, like new white LG model WT1101 $650 OBO. 548-4866 AGRICULTURE CORN FARMERS- Did you harvest or sell corn between 2010 and the present? You may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727 REAL ESTATE 5 ac. lot with approx. 1500 sq. ft. old farmhouse, barn, corn shed, blocked garage and a 3 ac. fenced in grass prairie lot located west of Greenville for sale. 419-733-7352 Beautiful large log home, 2.4 aces w/3 BR, loft, pellet boiler, pond, much more. On SR 571E, edge of Greenville. NEW PRICE $292,000. Trump Realty 678-5687 CATSKILL MOUNTAIN ABSOLUTE LAND LIQUIDATION! FEB 20th & 21st! 34 Tracts from 3 to 39 acres. Examples: 5 acres - $24,900. 20 acres - $59,900. 31 acres - $89,900. 2 3/4 Hours from NY City, Extraordinary Mountain Views, Trout streams, Apple Trees, Old Barn, Covered Riding Arena, Clear title, All Governmental Approvals in Place! Terms available! Call 888-738-6994 to register or go to NewYorkLandandlakes.com to take the virtual tour SPECIAL NOTICES DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. CALL 1-800-895-7416 SERVICES OFFERED Life Alert. 24/7. One press of a button sends help FAST! Medical, Fire, Burglar. Even if you can’t reach a phone! FREE Brochure. CALL 1-800-746-0979 SNOW REMOVAL, large or small jobs. Also Mowing, Landscaping, Shrub Trimming, Spraying/Fertilizing. Reasonable rates. References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for Justin SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-208-6915 to start your application today! AUTOMOTIVE 2010 Equinox AWD $9995. 2007 Ram Quad Hemi $15,995. 2010 Silverado crew $19,995. 2009 Ram Crew $15,995. 2008 Explorer $7995. 2008 Vue AWD $8495. 2007 F150 crew $15,995. 2007 Silverado crew $16,995. 2006 Envoy Denali $10,495. 2006 Dakota crew $10,495. 2007 Edge AWD $10,495. Buy - Sell Trade! www.CountryAutoSalesGreenville. com 548-1337 MISC. FOR SALE Oak firewood, seasoned, for sale. Call 937-423-8343 2 adult crypt spaces at Royal Oak Memorial Gardens. Save thousands. Phone 937-6786404, leave message. 1+ cord ash firewood, split, dry $125. You haul. 526-4798 Versailles

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!

FURNACES $285 While Supplies Last. TUNS 1-877-473-8867 Pair of Yamaha dirt bikes, like new, 110 w/1 hour of use & a used YZ, both for $2000. Colt 1911 Rattlesnake, never been shot $2000. 937-459-5117, 937621-0274 5 cemetery plots for sale. Reduced price. Very good locations. 4 in Greenville cemetery, 1 in Memorial Gardens on SR 118. If interested call for pricing, 937423-2851 Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-4107127 for FREE DVD and brochure. Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off

Overhead ceiling lift for medical transfers - 10’8” straight rail, maximum load 440 lbs. $1200, price negotiable. 6925998 Firewood. Fuel oil furnace. Four 8x14.5 10 ply tires on rims. 1P235/75R15 tire on rim. 338-8318 BEER & WINE MAKING Supplies. Orme Hardware, 210 S. Main, Arcanum, 692-8282

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GREENVILLE – The Family Health Dental Clinic, 5735 Meeker Road, Greenville, is participating in the 2016 Give Kids A Smile® Day. They will be providing free dental care for children 12 and under on March 7-10, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call by Feb. 25 for an appointment, 547-2326.

REAL ESTATE A.U.C.T.I.O.N. SAT. FEB. 27. 10 AM 3189 W. ST. RT. 571, Greenville 10 Room 1.5 story House-2 story Barn 5/6 BdRooms/2Baths Original Woodwork Full Basement Newer Furnace

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Auctioneer Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Professional Realty larry@larrymartino.com 937-526-4402 Professional Realty 511 E. Main Street Greenville, OH

937-547-0064

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*2006 Isuzu NPR w/ 16 ft box bed with alum storage/parts bin/rack system with 102,500 miles (offered with seller confirmation); 1973 Honda motorcycle* Plumbing - Equipment - Supplies - Tools Craftsman 2-hp portable air compressor; Craftsman 10” drill press; Rigid pipe threading mach and dies;(3) Rigid elec. heavy duty eel machines; (2) Small Kollman drain eels; Craftsman portable sandblasting system; Craftsman 8” bench grinder; 115 volt pipe thaw unit: Sears Welder;Black & Decker Saws-all; Milwaukee cordless drill; Craftsman circular skill saw; other power tools; Milwaukee replacement batteries; Prototek digital septic tank & pipe locator; David White Transit; (2) Portable Oxy/ Acetylene torch sets; Conduit bender; Portable electric eel; Water softener test kit; Testing equipment; Test plugs; Drain testing kit; Shallow well pump; Pipe wrenches; Measuring wheel; Pipe vises; Copper, brass & PVC fittings; Flex tubing; CO Test kit; Gas analyzer; (2) Master B1500 space heater; Porcelain shop heat stove; Stove cart; Furnace fans; Aluminum levels; (2) Painters planks; Werner fiberglass ext. ladder; Wood step ladder; Ladder jacks; Truck ladder rack; Metal shelving; Heavy metal parts shelving; Wood storage cabinets; Portable air tank; Car ramps; Grease gun; Chain boomers; Sockets; Bench & Vise; Shop Vac; Log chains; Nylon rope; Parts bins; Tool boxes; US General 4ft x 5ft portable rolling tool box; Large selection of hand tools and work tools; Metal saw horses; Halogen lights; Flares; Caution cones; Lg selection of New hardware, fitting etc incl brass, copper, pvc and more; (2) Toro Snow Pup blowers; Black & Decker hedge trimmers; Lawn seeder; Elec. weeder; Works battery trimmer set; Wheel-n-Spray; Scoop shovels; Canopy; Plywood and lumber; Heavy duty 2-wheel trailer; plus much more Household Goods & Collectibles: Gould, Byrd & Pepsi lighted advertising sign clocks plus other advertising items; Rainbow style Sweeper; Large china hutch; Large curio hutch; (3) Wooden wardrobes; Piano; Dryer; Lamps; End tables; Misc. decorative items; Glassware &crystal plus other sm. collectibles; (2) Atari original game systems with 40+ games; (3) Office desks; (6-8) Horizontal & vertical filing cabinets; File folders & misc. office supplies; Computer equip. and other office furn. and items. Auctioneers Notes & Terms: This auction is being conducted on site under tent cover. This is a large auction with may duplicate items that include and long time local business as well as items from a large two story home and much more not listed. All items must be paid for and picked up day of auction. Accepted payment is cash, check w/ ID, and Master Card or Visa w/ additional 3% clerking fee. Please check WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for more info and photos

KEITH AND MARY LOU KIRKMAN, and the former assets of Kirkman’s Plumbing and Eel service

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc

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

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BPL hosts workshop BRADFORD – John Miller, professional leather crafter from West Milton, will be at Bradford Public Library on Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m., to teach anyone interested in creating their own leathercraft. This workshop is for middle school age through adults. Two weeks ago, John came to the Bradford Library to talk about the background of leather crafting. This time, he will

be working with hands-on leather and assist you in making your own creation. You will have the choice of a wallet, coin pouch, key fob or a leather coaster. All of the craft items will be free for those who attend. Also, leather working tools will be available for your use. Contact Bradford Public Library at 448-2612 and sign-up for this event. Space will be limited.

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Fr. Larson will give Lenten Mission

GREENVILLE – St. Mary’s Catholic Church is welcoming Father John Larson to Greenville to give a Lenten Mission. Father Larson, MIC, is stationed in Steubenville, ministering to the students at Franciscan University. He is Superior of the Marion House of Studies while serving in a variety of ministries in the area. Father Larson will give the Lenten parish mission beginning Feb. 28, 7 p.m., through March 2. He will be available for confessions after morning Mass and after his evening presentations. He will make time to meet with the school children, too. Since we are in the Year of Mercy, Father’s theme will be Jesus’ and His Divine Mercy. His interest in Divine Mercy came when, in his early 20’s while he learned about the Marian Priests. In his late teens, he committed to praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet daily, and felt called to receive the Sacrament of Conﬁrmation. As his appreciation for Jesus grew, he felt called to learn more and to be available for God’s call. He became familiar with a number of Marian apparitions, and was especially, inspired by the miracle in Lourdes, France (1858). He was able to go on

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pilgrimage there, and it was then that he felt the call to become a priest. After many years of study with the Marians in Washington, D.C., he was ordained a priest. Since his ordination, he has been an assistant pastor at the Marian parish in Plano, Ill. Since July of 2006, he has been serving in Steu-

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presentations will at 7 p.m. each evebe held in St. Mary’s ning from Feb. 28 Catholic Church through March 2.

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Arcanum conf.

ARCANUM – Parent-Teacher Conferences for Arcanum High School, grades 9-12, are scheduled for Feb. 18, 4-7 p.m. All parents of Arcanum High School students are invited to attend. Call the school at 692-5174 x-1337 to schedule speciﬁc appointments, or come into the school during the listed hours to meet with teachers. Parents who are unable to attend during the scheduled conference hours may call the school to set up conferences with teachers for other times and dates.

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PITSBURG – Franklin Monroe will hold Parent Teacher Conferences on Feb. 11, at the school. Meeting times are Feb.11, 2-7 p.m., elementary school and 1-6 p.m. for middle/ high school. There will be a two hour early dismissal on Feb. 11, with the middle/high school dismissing at 12:30 p.m. and elementary at 1:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment call the middle/high school at 947-1328 or elementary school at 947-1327.

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ing the process of turning sap into syrup. After the tour through the woods, visit the sugar shack, and warm up in the steamďŹ lled evaporator room as the sap spends countless hours on a boil to reduce it down to syrup. Then head out to the log house and blacksmith shop to visit with the early settlers and discuss life on the frontier. There will also be a 50/50 rafďŹ&#x201A;e. Finally, complete the day at the Nature Center where the gift shop will be full of maple goodies ďŹ t for any sweet tooth! The Friends of the Parks will once again be serving up a hearty breakfast of wafďŹ&#x201A;es, sausage, juice, coffee, and of course pure Ohio maple

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NeuroConnect meets Feb. 18 VERSAILLES – Versailles Health Care Center invites you to an event for survivors of stroke and brain injury and their families. NeuroConnect

Lake Campus ﬁnancial aid workshops

CELINA - Wright State University - Lake Campus will host two FAFSA Assistance Workshops in February. They will have sessions on Feb. 11 and 16, 1 p.m. This event is free, and they welcome anyone who needs assistance completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the federal application that is required to receive federal ﬁnancial aid including the Federal Pell Grant and student loans as well as needbased state grants. Due to limited seating, register for a session by calling Enrollment Services at (419) 586-0232 or emailing lakeenrollmentservices@wright.edu.

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Free Financial Aid event at Edison State PIQUA – Edison State Community College will host the statewide college financial aid event “College Goal Sunday” (CGS) on Feb. 14, 2 p.m., at the Piqua campus. The free event, presented by the Ohio Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (OASFAA) and endorsed by the Ohio Board of Regents, is designed to assist students and parents with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the federal application that is required to receive federal financial aid including the Federal Pell Grant and student loans as well as the need-based state grants. The FAFSA is the key to funding a college education and helping families to overcome financial barriers that otherwise prevent students from attending the institution they want to. Studies show that a student is 50 percent more likely to attend college when they complete the FAFSA. While walkins are welcome, registration is encouraged. Due to the great demand expected for assis-

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CAB 2WD P.U., 4.8L V8, one owner, loaded, super nice, gray, 87,048 miles .............................................................................................. $14,995 ....... $13,500 2007 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 4X4, 4.2L 6 cyl., leather, loaded, very nice, gray, 123,938 miles ................................................................................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2007 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX FWD, 3.5L V6, loaded, very nice, maroon, 158,664 miles ......... $6,995 ......... $5,900 2007 PONTIAC TORRENT FWD, 3.4L V6, one owner, all power, exc. cond., gray, 148,225 miles ................................................................................................................ $7,995 ......... $6,900 2006 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO 2WD, 3.7L V6, all power, exc. cond., beige, 138,746 miles ......................................................................................................................... $7,995 ......... $6,900 2006 CHEVY COLORADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 3.5L 5 cyl., one owner, all power, exc. cond., black, 113,115 miles .......................................................................................... $11,995 ....... $10,500 2005 CHEVY SUBURBAN LT 4X4, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, very nice, beige, 187,141 miles ...... $9,995 ......... $8,900 2005 CADILLAC SRX AWD, 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., diamond white, 132,910 miles .............................................................................................. $10,995 ......... $9,500 2005 FORD ESCAPE XLT 2WD, 3.0L V6, sunroof, all power, very nice, maroon, 153,759 miles ........................................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,500 2004 CHEVY SILVERADO LS EXT. CAB 4x4, P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, good cond., beige, 224,453 miles .............................................................................................................. $8,995 ......... $7,900 2004 PONTIAC MONTANA EXT. VAN, 3.4L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, brown, 199,299 miles ......................................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,900 2004 GMC SAVANNA ½ TON CONVERSION VAN, 5.3L V8, all power, DVD system, sharp, blue, 127,557 miles .............................................................................................................. $10,995 ......... $9,500 2004 HONDA CRV AWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 182,177 miles...... $6,995 ......... $5,500 2004 CHEVY SILVERADO ¾ TON EXT. CAB 2WD, P.U., 6.0L V8, auto, air, good cond., white, 283,613 miles ........................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,500 2003 PONTIAC AZTEK FWD, 3.4L V6, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 147,233 miles ....... $4,995 ......... $3,500 2003 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO REG. CAB, 2WD P.U., 4.3L V6, 5 speed, air, good cond., white, 289,644 miles ............................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,500 2002 PONTIAC MONTANA EXT. VAN, 3.4L V6, leather, loaded, very nice cond., maroon, 156,107 miles ......................................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,900 2002 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 4X4, 6.0L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 146,074 miles ....................................................................................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,900 2002 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT EXT. CAB 4WD P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., white, 101,500 miles................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2002 CHEVY VENTURE LS VAN, 3.4L V6, loaded, good cond., blue, 185,647 miles ................... $4,995 ......... $2,900 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 2WD, 4 dr., one owner, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 142,478 miles ............................................................................................ $9,995 ......... $8,900 2001 CHEVY ¾ TON EXT. CAB 4x4 P.U., 6.2L V8, duramax diesel, leather, one owner, loaded, good cond., red, 195,171 miles ............................................................................... $11,995 ....... $10,900

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2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER, 2.4L 4 cyl., sunroof, leather, loaded, good cond., purple, 71,476 miles ............................................................................................................... $4,995 ......... $3,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 144,748 miles .............................................................................................................. $6,995 ......... $5,900

CHEVROLET

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

PONTIAC

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

BUICK

2014 BUICK VERANO, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, silver, 10,421 miles.......... $19,995 ....... $18,900 2013 BUICK REGAL PREMIUM, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, crystal red, 26,985 miles....................................................................................................... $22,995 ....... $21,500 2012 BUICK LACROSSE FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 62,113 miles ......... $16,995 ....... $15,500 2012 BUICK LACROSSE, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, like new, brown, 13,243 miles ............................................................................................................. $23,995 ....... $22,500 2007 BUICK LACROSSE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., blue granite, 174,206 miles ......................................................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,900 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 112,282 miles ............................................................................................................ $10,995 ......... $8,900

OTHER MAKES

2012 CHRYSLER 300C AWD, 4 dr, 5.7L Hemi V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 78,976 miles ......................................................................................................................... $23,995 ....... $22,500 2012 VW JETTA 2.5 SE, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, sharp, red, 108,875 miles .................................................................................................................. $9,995 ......... $8,500 2012 FORD FUSION SE, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 39,590 miles ........... $14,995 ....... $13,500 2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TAIL CLASSIC, one owner, many extras, like new, maroon, 1,307 miles......................................................................... $22,995 ....... $19,900 2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA, 4 dr., 1.8L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 36,469 miles ............................................................................................................... $13,995 ....... $12,900 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., maroon, 95,583 miles ........... $12,995 ....... $11,500 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 124,526 miles......... $9,995 ......... $8,900 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 92,155 miles .......... $16,995 ....... $13,900 1999 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, 2 dr., 3.4 L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, red, 147,623 miles .................................................................................................................. $3,995 ......... $2,900 1997 CHRYSLER CONCORDE LXI, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, one owner, good cond., maroon, 195,872 miles ....................................................................................... $2,995 ......... $1,900 1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 119,533 miles .............................................................................................................. $4,995 ......... $2,500 1996 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, nice car, beige, 163,266 miles .............................................................................................................. $4,995 ......... $2,500 1992 FORD TAURUS, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, loaded, good cond., aqua, 88,085 miles.............................. $3,995 ......... $2,500

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