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WEEKEND EDITION - FEBRUARY 17, 2019

THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE GREAT DARKE COUNTY FAIR!

Two local rescue units continue to have pager issues RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Darke County is a couple months from completing one year on the MARCS system and the county continues to work-out some of the issues. Prior to the conversion, Sheriff Toby Spencer and Chief Deputy Mark Whittaker cited aging equipment and the inability to find replacement parts as the reason for needing to convert to the digital MARCS system for radio traffic and dispatching first responders.

Chief Whittaker admits the system isn’t perfect, but the Sheriff’s Department, 9-1-1 Dispatch,

MARCS, equipment manufacturers and communities have been working to solve many of the issues.

Chief Whittaker explained the public should be aware of the differences in some of the terminology and the issues the county has faced. For starters, MARCS only guarantees coverage for radios “on the street.” It does not guarantee coverage inside of buildings.

When Versailles had an issue with their radios, MARCS worked with the department to check out each area of the community through a propagation study. Whittaker equated the test to an old cell phone commercial where they would go to an area and call in and say

Naas now on the job at DC Airport SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – County commissioners on Monday approved a written dog adoption agreement, which will now be used by the Darke County Animal Shelter.

Persons wishing to adopt a dog from the shelter will be required to sign the agreement, which in part states they are adopting the animal “as is, without any guarantees or assurances.”

to make sure it goes off.

Unication, the pager manufacturer, recently sent several new antennas for the pagers to see if this would take care of the issue. Whittaker is hopeful, but isn’t convinced this will alleviate the problem.

Two additional options for the agencies and the county include installing a new MARCS tower to provide a stronger signal.

The tower erected near Union City was a used tower and was paid for with a $500,000 grant.

There is no guarantee MARCS would approve a new tower. If they did, it would be at least a $500,000 investment for the county.

Another option would be to dispatch Darke County’s fire and rescue on talk groups. Talk groups provide more signal than tones. Crews would not be alerted by tones – only by the dis-

SUSAN HARTLEY

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Darke County’s new airport manager Scott Naas began his duties Feb. 4.

is a good chance to start” his future in aviation management.

The operations manager job was posted for about a week and a half, drawing 13 resumes.

County commissioners said they are impressed with the experience Naas is bringing to the position.

Naas, who said he plans to move to Darke County in the near future, will be paid $18 per hour.

Commissioners approve dog adoption agreement SUSAN HARTLEY

they would land on the station, but may need to move the antenna to get a clearer picture. It may not have been tuned in all the way, but you still had a signal and could see or hear the station. With digital televisions, if the antenna isn’t in the exact position you get a blank screen – no sound or picture.

This is how the digital pagers are working. If they’re in a pocket or in a building, the pager may not pick-up the tones whereas the VHF pagers can still get enough of a signal to pick-up the tones. Unfortunately, according to Sheriff Spencer and Chief Whittaker, the county’s VHF system could fail any time.

Some first-responders have learned to put their digital pager on their visor or dash when they are travelling and others have specific places in their homes they put the pager

patcher speaking. Each agency would most likely have their own talk group and would not be able to hear if another agency was being dispatched.

Chief Whittaker pointed out this means another fire station would not know if they needed to get ready to be dispatched if assistance was needed. Twenty-two talk groups would be needed and Whittaker is unsure if MARCS would allow Darke County to have 22 channels.

“There isn’t a day that goes by that this isn’t discussed by me, the Sheriff, or Melissa Hawes (9-1-1 coordinator),” said Chief Whittaker.

Whittaker said he attends the meetings for the county’s chiefs and always asks if there are any issues.

Ansonia Area Rescue and Tri-Village Rescue are the only agencies that have made complaints regarding the system.

Negative Facebook FanCam posting nets positive outcome

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DARKE COUNTY – The county’s new operations manager at the Darke County Airport began his duties this past Monday.

Scott Naas, of Vandalia was hired by commissioners following the resignation of Seth Timmerman, who took a job at the Springfield Airport after working at the Darke County Airport since May 2017.

Naas has seven years aviation experience as an employee with Aviation Sales at Dayton International Airport and most recently as a line service manager with MacAir Aviation at the Greene County Airport in Xenia.

He holds a degree in aviation management and studies from Bowling Green State Univeristy.

Naas said he sees his new position with Darke County “as an opportunity to advance my career. This

“can you hear me now.”

There wasn’t an issue with coverage, but rather the radio itself was malfunctioning.

The radio issue is completely different from the pager issue two agencies are experiencing.

Tri-Village Rescue and Arcanum Area Rescue have reported that some of their digital pagers are not alerting their crews when tones are dropped.

Chief Whittaker is quick to point out that residents are not in danger of not having crews respond to an emergency.

9-1-1 Dispatch continues to drop tones and dispatch crews on the old VHF system as well as the MARCS system. As long as the system continues to operate, the county will continue this procedure.

The issue, as Whittaker explained, is not much different from what people experienced with VHF televisions when

Adopters also agree they will license the dog and keep it on a leash or harness.

According to Commissioner Matt Aultman, the county’s chief animal control officer, Robert Bair let commissioners know there was no formal agreement for pet adoptions and worked with county officials to draw up the approved agreement.

For more information about pet adoption with the shelter, visit their website at www.darkecountyanimalshelter.com

GREENVILLE – One negative comment on a Facebook posting has turned into a positive and rewarding experience for Ashley Hoying of Greenville.

In early December, Hoying was attending a Lady Wave home basketball game. While walking across the gym floor, she was one of several people photographed by Early Bird photographer Gaylen Blosser.

After Blosser posted Hoying’s photo on the newspaper’s Facebook FanCam, one person commented specifically on Hoying’s photo, remarking if she had been wearing a slip under her dress, there wouldn’t be so many wrinkles.

The dress, Hoying said, was meant to be worn with leggings – which she did that night – not a slip. A feature on the dress gathers the material across the abdomen.

“The dress is sewn with a knot in the middle. It’s supposed to look that way. And I was walking when the photo was taken, which would also make wrinkles” appear, Hoying said, explaining she purchased the dress just days before the photo was taken.

Hoying said she was “blown away” by the attention she and her outfit received on social media.

“One person was negative, then lots and

Ashley Hoying holds the new dress she received free from Swift Gilly Boutique in Versailles. (Submitted photo)

Ashley Hoying’s photo that resulted in a negative comment on the Early Bird’s FanCam. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

lots of positive people began complimenting me,” Hoying said. “I was blessed with many positive comments. I put it (the photo) on my own Facebook and shared it.”

One of the blessings Hoying said she received was a comment from Karen Wietholter, owner of the Swift Gilly Boutique in Versailles.

“Karen came on (Facebook) and said she would love to give me a free dress,” Hoying explained. “I was glad so many people saw Karen’s comment and commented themselves. I think she should get recognition for it.”

Hoying recently went shopping at Swift Gilly and chose a new dress.

After trying on several, and not looking at the price tag, she ended up choosing the most expensive.

“I didn’t mean to do that, and told them (sales clerk) I would choose an-

other. But she said ‘no,’ that Karen wanted me to choose whatever I wanted.”

Wietholter describes how she learned about Hoying’s FanCam photo.

“I was scrolling through Facebook and stumbled upon it,” Wietholter explained.

“When I first read the negative comment about her dress, I thought everyone is entitled to their own opinion, but like my mom always taught me, if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all.

I also thought about how women in general are already very hard on themselves, we need to support and lift one another up, not tear each other down. I offered her a free dress because it was my way of ‘lifting’ Ashley up after the negative comment she had received.”

The busy mom of five and second-grade teacher for Troy City Schools, Hoying said she does

not personally know the woman who made the negative comment.

“I was not hurt in any way, The funny thing was, the day the picture was taken I had joked with friends about how I’d been running a mom marathon that day. I’d been up all night with the baby, packed lunches, got kids out the door for the three different schools they attend, had a stressful day of teaching, raced home and made a homemade meal and finally got to the game. I hadn’t even brushed my hair before going. I was thankful I made it to the game and that we were together as a family at the game,” Hoying said.

Besides getting a new dress, Hoying said the experience has led to her meeting a lot of new people and making new friends.

“I am literally known around town now because of that picture,” she shared with a laugh.

“I’ve had random people make comments to me.

I went to get my hair cut and someone said ‘Oh, you’re that girl.’”

Hoying and her husband Ben are parents of Cheyanne, 14, Diesel, 12, Adalyn, 9, Gavin, 6, and Kye, 9 months. She said she used the experience to teach her teen daughter to “look at all the positive things that came from” having a negative experience. “Lots of times on the Internet, things can go downhill fast,” Hoying said.

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Police investigate series of reported gun shots SHOTS FIRED On Feb. 6 officers responded to the 200 block of Anderson Avenue on the report of gun shots.

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running. The complainant followed the suspect and said he was shot at in the 500 block of Twelfth Street. The suspect took cover behind a vehicle and fired another round, according to the complainant. Officers located several bullet casings in the street and on the porch of a residence. One of the shots was fired into a garage. Officers continued to search and process the scene. The casings were taken to the police department. The complainant identified the individuals involved and officers continue to investigate the incident. Dispatch also received calls from complainants who heard several gunshots near the

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400 block of North Gray Avenue. Officers spoke with a male complainant and his mother. The male said he’d been shot at by a group of five or six subjects who then fled on foot. One of the subjects confronted the male complainant and asked if he had a gun. When the complainant said he did not have a gun, one of the subjects produced a gun and fired. During a conversation with the male and his mother, they gave officers the name of a person who also was involved in the shots fired incident on Anderson Avenue.

Bullet casings also were found at the North Gray shooting scene. The area was photographed and processed. The incident remains under investigation.

OVERDOSE On Feb. 12 an officer was called to a residence in the 600 block of Martin Street on the report of an overdose. The officer entered the residence through the back door and found Moranda Smith unresponsive, lying on the floor. The officer began attempting to revive Smith prior to Greenville Rescue’s arrival. Emergency personnel administered Narcan and Smith became responsive but was unable to answer basic questions. She was transported to Wayne HealthCare for observation. While emergency personnel were attempting to revive Smith, the officer observed a syringe lying on the floor. The officer also found a purse, and after determining it belonged to Smith, found a second syringe inside.

At Wayne HealthCare police attempted to question Smith concerning the syringes, but she refused to answer except to say the syringes were not hers. Smith was cited for drug paraphernalia. The syringes were placed into evidence.

SHOPLIFTING On Feb. 11 an officer was dispatched to Eikenberry’s IGA on the report of a shoplifting. A store employee told the officer a known suspect, Mason Billenstein, 19, had taken alcohol on Jan. 30. The store’s video surveillance shows Billenstein walking to the alcohol coolers in the back of the store.

He selected a 12-pack of an alcoholic beverage, which sells for $13.99, then walked to the cereal aisle, opened the package and concealed seven cans of the beverage inside his gym bag. The video then shows Billenstein hiding the remaining containers with the packaging on a cereal shelf. He then walks out of the store, past the points of purchase. A few days after the incident, store employees found the opened package of alcohol hidden behind cereal boxes.

Store employees looked

at the video from Jan. 30, recognizing it was Billenstein who took a portion of the alcohol, then hiding the rest on the cereal shelf. The officer contacted Billenstein, who agreed to come to the police station to meet with officers. When he arrived, Billenstein told the officer he knew he had been contacted for shoplifting at Eikenberry’s. He admitted to taking the seven cans of alcohol, stating he didn’t have money to pay for them. He also said he went to a friend’s house, where he drank the alcohol. Billenstein was cited for theft without consent and for underage possession of alcohol.

JUVENILE VANDALISM On Feb. 3 the police department received several complaints about vehicles being vandalized and damaged by eggs. An officer arrived in the 100 block of Oxford Drive area, from where the complaints were made and found three juveniles, who said they were going to Walmart. Later in the day, officers received a complaint about vehicles being egged in the 300 block of Oxford Drive.

While speaking with one of the complainants, officers learned some of the vehicles were parked in private driveways, while others were legally parked on the street. An officer reviewed a video from Rural King, which showed Oxford Road and saw three subjects, wearing the same clothing as the three juveniles found in the area earlier, throwing eggs at cars. The officer located one of the juveniles and also spoke with his father. The juvenile admitted to buying three dozen eggs at Walmart, then walking down Oxford Drive where he and another male juvenile threw eggs on cars.

He told the officer the female juvenile did not participate in the egging.

One of the juveniles was cited for criminal damaging and was warned for littering. Officers called the other male juvenile’s father, who said his son does not reside with him, nor does he attend school.

A criminal damaging citation was prepared for the second male juvenile for when he is found. The female juvenile was not cited.

UNRULY JUVENILE On Feb. 6 an officer assisted Greenville High School with a student who was refusing to comply with the staff. The issue involved threatening text messages between two female students. One of the students was called to the office to speak with an assistant principal. She became agitated when she was shown the text in question and said she had similar texts from the other student on her phone.

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principal, the texts could not be found, she said, because the student who sent them had blocked her from the social media account. When asked to give her cell phone to the principal, the student refused. The officer became involved with the investigation, but the student still refused to hand over her phone. The officer contacted the student’s probation officer who requested the officer bring the student to the Darke County Juvenile Court.

After several attempts, the student continued to refuse to leave the school.

Eventually, two high school staff members and the officer walked the student to one of the exits.

She had to be blocked by the staff members from running away while the officer went to drive his cruiser closer to the exit.

The officer also called for back up and after two other officers arrived, the student was placed in handcuffs and transported to juvenile court. Charges are pending review by the prosecutor’s office.

WANTED PERSON On Feb. 8 an officer observed a wanted subject with an active warrant operating a vehicle on East Main Street near Locust. The officer conducted a traffic stop and confirmed the driver as Israel Lopez. Lopez said he was aware of the warrant, which was from the Darke County Sheriff’s Office for contempt of court with no bond and for which Lopez was ordered to serve three days.

During the investigation the officer found the subject’s driver’s license had expired in February 1998.

He was transported to the Darke County Jail to serve the three days on the outstanding warrant, and was cited for no operating license.

On Feb. 4 an officer was called to the Greenville Police Department on the report of a subject with an order to arrest through the Ohio Adult Parole Authority on the original charge of aggravated burglary. The subject, Ernest Martinez was taken to the Darke County Jail and held with no bond.

On Feb. 10 an officer conducted a traffic stop which led to the arrest of a wanted subject, Micky McConnell. During the traffic stop, the officer asked for the passenger’s name. She stated it was Micky Cress and gave a birthdate. When dispatch ran the information, they could not find the individual. The officer asked the passenger again and she gave her last name as McConnell. When dispatch ran that information, they discovered McConnell had two outstanding warrants for drug trafficking from Montgomery County. When asked why she gave incorrect information to the officer, she replied Cress was her maiden name. The vehicle was searched and no illicit items were found.

The driver was warned for no front plate. McConnell was transported to the Darke County Jail.

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

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Garst Museum hosts Speakers Series GREENVILLE – On Sunday, Feb. 24, 2 p.m., Garst Museum welcomes Dr. William Trollinger from the University of Dayton as a guest speaker.

Dr. Trollinger’s program “Terrorizing Immigrants and Catholics: The Ku Klux Klan in the 1920sâ€? will reect on this sensitive and difďŹ cult time in American history.

Having virtually disappeared in the late 19th century, the Ku Klux Klan exploded onto the national scene in the early 1920s with perhaps 5 million members at its peak.

While the original Klan concentrated its animus against the newly freed slaves, this “second� KKK had an expanded list of social scapegoats that included immigrants, Jews, and Catholics. While the original Klan was based primarily in the South, the second Klan had its greatest numerical strength in the West and Midwest. In fact, Ohio may have had more KKK members than any other state in the Union with an estimated 400,000 Klansmen and Klanswomen.

In this presentation, they will explore why the Klan was so strong in Ohio, what activities the Ohio Klan engaged in, and in what ways the folks targeted by the Klan fought back. Darke County was not immune to Klan activities. On June 14, 1923, there was a Ku Klux Klan rally at the Darke County Fairgrounds. Garst Museum has photos document-

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His publications include God’s Empire: William Bell Riley and Midwestern Fundamentalism (University of Wisconsin Press, 1990) and Righting America at the Creation Museum (John Hopkins University Press, 2016); the latter he co-authored with his wife, Susan Trollinger. He has also done signiďŹ cant research on the Ku Klux Klan in Ohio in the 1920s; one result of this work is “Hearing the Silence: The University of Dayton, the Ku Klux Klan,

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This year’s goal is set at $53,000, which is attainable, but not without the help of community members and sponsors. Bowl for Kids’ Sake serves as the largest annual fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County, and the public is invited to help make this year’s event the largest to date. Hundreds of area bowlers team up every year to support this exciting fundraiser and take part in the self-proclaimed “bowling event of the year.”

Participants are encouraged to raise a minimum of $50 per bowler, or $25 for those under 18 years old, through peer to peer fundraising. Teams can consist of friends, family, and/or co-workers and high school students are encouraged to participate. Participation includes a t-shirt, snacks, one hour of bowling, and chances to win prizes.

Lanes are available Friday, March 1, at 4, 5:30, and 7 p.m. at Bel-Mar Lanes in Sidney and 5:30 p.m. at Treaty Lanes in Greenville. On Saturday, March 2, lanes are available at 1 p.m. at Bel-Mar Lanes, and 2 p.m. at Treaty Lanes. Online registration, peer-to-peer fundraising details, and more can be found at www. bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke. org or call 937-492-7611 or 937-547-9622 to register by phone. Registration deadline is Friday, Feb. 22.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a non-profit, United Way partner agency, and is supported through financial contributions and annual fundraisers.

Grab some friends and form a team to raise money for

Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2 Bel-Mar Lanes, Sidney • Treaty Lanes, Greenville

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 We are finishing up our new addition, and remodel of current building. We are excited for everything to be complete in the near future.  We are putting together a wonderful volunteer program. If anyone would want to be a part contact us so we can get your information.  We depend on public support to survive. We are a No Kill Nonprofit Organization. We do not receive any county/state tax dollars to operate.

Everything is fundraised and donated.

You can donate at the Humane Society located at 7053 N State Route 49, or Wed & Thurs Evening you can donate them at PAWS Bingo Hall at 848 Martin St. If you cannot financially donate, there is always a need for compassion and love.

Dedicate an hour week, a day a month, every other Saturday, whatever fits your schedule to hold and love the animals we have in our facility.

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Providing true leadership

Danny Wright, senior pastor at Greenville Grace Brethren, and Associate pastor Marshall Gipe lead their congregation as true leaders of God. They are involved in many activities involving the needy in Darke County.

In the past months they have provided coats, underwear and socks for over 100 children, which were given out through Grace Resurrection Clothing Bank.

They have also provided for

individual needs of children and families. They have a great relationship with people in our community; love – direction and assistance with personal issues. They provide leadership through their Bible-based church in a way that you know you are loved and respected.

The church is located at 4805 State Route 49 South.

They can also be reached at (937) 547-0065.

Respectfully submitted, Vickey Holderman Greenville

SARA Title III chemical reporting deadline GREENVILLE – The Darke County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) in conjunction with the Darke County EMA reminds Darke County companies/facilities the SARA Title III (Emergency Planning Community Right to Know Act) chemical inventory reporting deadline is approaching. The annual reports are due to the State Emergency Response Commission (SERC) c/o Ohio EPA, the Darke County LEPC and your jurisdictional ďŹ re department by March 1. A ďŹ ling fee is associated with the annual chemical inventory reporting and is to be submitted to the SERC only.

Approximately 80 percent of the total fees generated under this program are redistributed back to the local LEPC for administrative costs and training of our ďŹ rst responders.

These reports are required

by Ohio Revised Code 3750 and ďŹ nancial penalties can be imposed, up to $10,000 per day, if you are required to ďŹ le and do not.

Who should ďŹ le? The owner or operator of a company/ facility must submit a report when all the following conditions are met: * Facility is subject to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard; and

* Facility uses, produces, and/or stores a Hazardous Chemical and/or has an “Extremely Hazardous Substancesâ€? above the listed Threshold Planning Quantity (TPQ ); and * The quantity of one of the Hazardous Chemicals and/or an “Extremely Hazardous Substance is in excess of the “Threshold Quantityâ€? (TQ). For Hazardous Chemicals, the TQ is 10,000 pounds or more for any given day (Examples include, but are not limited to, gasoline, diesel fuel, Kerosene, Propane, Toluene, etc.); For Extremely Hazardous Substances the TPQ is chemical speciďŹ c for 359 listed chemicals and varies from 1 to 500 pounds. Examples include, but are not limited to, chlorine, ammonia, hydrouoric acid, nitric acid, and sulfuric acid.

Complete information is available at: http://epa. ohio.gov/Portals/27/serc/ SERC_Manual.pdf.

It is the responsibility of each business to know if they meet the above criteria for reporting. Please remember this information is vital in the emergency planning and response for Darke County and all of its residents.

More information is available by contacting Darke County LEPC at 937548-1444.

GREENVILLE – Empowering Darke County Youth will hold its third annual meeting on March 7, 7 p.m. at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, 1000 N. Broadway. The meeting is open to the public. In addition, the Empowering Board of Directors would like to consider applications from the public to ďŹ ll two new board vacancies. “We want to expand our skill sets,â€? said Empowering President Eric Fee. “We need people who are experienced in administration, fundraising, marketing, promotion‌ or just simply wanting to help in any way they can. “If you don’t feel comfortable working with kids in a tutoring environment, that’s okay. Whether you would like to sit on the board or just volunteer your time, if you consider our kids a top priority in Darke County, we want you!â€?

The Empowering After School Tutoring Program at Greenville K-8 continues to grow each year. Requests for help have more than tripled since 2016. “We have no reason to believe the requests won’t continue to grow,� said Bob

Robinson, program coordinator. “Teachers and support personnel are targeting students who need the extra support after school, as well as advising the areas they need help in. It’s a team effort‌ the beneďŹ ciaries are our kids and our community.â€?

The March annual meeting is an ideal time for anyone interested in learning more about the Empowering Darke County Youth programs. A brief overview of Empowering programs, as well as current challenges and successes will be provided.

For additional information, message Empowering on Facebook, email empoweringyouth101@gmail. com or write Empowering Darke County Youth, P.O. Box 1113, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

The Empowering Mission: Empowering Darke County Youth is a 501c3 United Way Partner Agency providing After School and Summer Tutoring programs to assist students in the areas of language arts and math with the goal of Strong Students for a Strong Community.

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Oldest grandchild succumbs to cancer Linda’s Mood Swings

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This is one column I don’t relish writing. However, I feel compelled to do it in honor of my nephew, Tom Brumbaugh Jr., who died after a nearly 12-yearbattle with cancer last Sunday evening.

He was the oldest grandchild of my parents, Bea and the late Lee Moody. He died nine months, nine days short of his 50th birthday.

Born Nov. 19, 1969, with a head of red hair, in Rhode Island, to my sister, Bev, and husband Tom Sr., who were stationed there while Tom Sr. served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Tom Sr. died April 9, 1980, at the age of 32 of cancer as well; he had spent a year in Vietnam.

My sister remained

DCRTA offers scholarships GREENVILLE – The Darke County Retired Teachers Assoc. will be awarding three $400 scholarships The scholarship is available to any Darke Co. high school senior expecting to graduate by June 2019.

The student must have been accepted by a college of education as a full time student

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strong through that time with two other children in tow, and I’m sure she will do the same thing now, even though it’s even tougher.

That’s understandably so.

Her faith will hopefully carry her through. A parent should not have to bury a child.

My nephew preferred to be called Tom in his more adult years, but I’m sure I will keep on calling him Tommy. He was quite the character and had a sense of humor. One thing that I respected him for was the love of his grandchildren, who will surely miss him.

He loved them and even gave some of them special nicknames.

I don’t know if Tommy suspected something like this would happen, but he let it be known that he wanted our family to get together around Christmas time holidays, something we haven’t done in years

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since our parents had been in the nursing home. Heartland, where Mom is residing now, allowed us to use their dining room for the gathering, and the party went on. I think Tommy enjoyed himself. I know I did.

Sometime after his cancer diagnosis, he had purchased a green pickup truck which was recognizable by two words on his back windshield: CANCER SUCKS. We’ll all miss you, Tommy. May you now rest in peace. ***** Please pray for these people: Frank Fullenkamp, Todd Walls, Paul Brubaker, Kelly Van De Grift, Marilyn Shellabarger, Chuck Davis, Merlin “Bus� Booker, Randy Heck, Danny Brown, Neal Gray, Gary Thompson, Terri Hunt, Ruth Deal, Jack Hale, Jessi Klosterman, Marilyn Peterson, Dakota Miller, Jack Good, Mary Faller, Gruff Billenstein, Mary Ullery, Larry Badger, Wayne Neal, Bill Schellenbarg, Martha Higgins, Scott Clark, Duke Temple, Paulette (Swab) Shields, Neil Isch, Larry Hummel, Phyllis Turner, Kerry Young, Dale Clark, Judi Peters, Linda Birt

Schaffer, Herbert Bayman, Adam Ullery, Vicky Henderson, Don Hittle, Emily Moody, Roger McEowen, Becky Garrett-Ross, Darcy Buckingham, Roger Tingley, Ron Kaffenberger, Crew Neaves, Jackson Stout, Katie Rehmert, Alayna Marie Brantley, Sherri Gibbons Feitshans, Irma Stewart, Dawn Oldiges, Don Booker, Tracy Pratt, Brenda “Bill� Riffell, Jim Marker, Mike Grillot, Mason Osterloh, Kyndal Wynk, Ron Kreitzer, Stacy Dorko, Keith Starks, Kohen Thwaits, Jerrod Pratt, Al Bliss, Layna Best, Wanda and Joe Bailey, Shelly Hoffman, Pappy Harshman, Bob Hiestand Jr., Rodney Hiestand, Tina Kiser Deaton, Kody Ketring, Lois Hittle, Kevin Hemmerich, Samantha Smith, Tim Heck, Kenny Delk and Ron Kramer. ***** Jamie and I send our condolences to the families of: Tom Brumbaugh, Sandra Klinsing, Haley Wendel, Lewis Stahl, Eugene Allen “Gene� Deaton, Maxine (Slyder) Hezlep-Kelly, Marjorie Schulte, Sam Riegle, Evelyn Grow Smith, Dorthy Hiestand, Bernice Berger, Martina Uhlenhake and Roger Wolford.

To all Darke Rural Electric Voting members

My name is Robert Godown

and I reside at 1121 Roberts Road, New Paris, in Harrison Township, Darke County. I have been a member of Darke Rural Electric Cooperative for 24 years and was appointed to the Darke Rural Electric Cooperative Board of Trustees in June of 2017. Prior to becoming a Trustee, I served on the nominating committee for one year. Over the past couple of years while being a Darke Rural Electric Cooperative Trustee, I have learned a lot about the Electric Cooperative while attending numerous trainings and seminars and have dedicated much time to become better educated.

I graduated from Tri-Village High School in 1994 and was a volunteer ďŹ reďŹ ghter for 10 years as a member of the New Madison Fire Department. I am a self-employed grain and livestock farmer and am also a Beck’s Hybrid Seed Salesman. I serve as a Harrison Township Trustee, a member of the Tri Village FFA Alumni Board and on the Darke County Cattlemen’s Association where I currently serve as Treasurer.

My wife Lori and I have three children and are members of Cedar Grove Church of the Brethren.

I would appreciate your vote for District 5 Darke Rural Electric Trustee

so I can continue to serve the cooperative members as I currently have been doing.

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Arcanum Lady Trojans ďŹ rst half explosion downs Greenview GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

COVINGTON – The Arcanum Lady Trojans made a statement in the opening minutes of ďŹ rst round D-III tournament play in defeating the Greenview Lady Rams by a 60-42 score. “I knew they were ready to go tonight, I knew they were,â€? said Arcanum coach Michael Dean. “I couldn’t be prouder and happier.â€? “My kids work hard for me – I am very grateful for that,â€? Dean added. “They are the hardest working group I have coached in 24 years.

Greenview came into the game as the No. 6 D-III seed while the Lady Trojans took the court sporting a No. 7 seed.

Arcanum opened scoring with a 2-0 lead at 6:32 in the ďŹ rst quarter and pushed its lead to 17-3 with 2:22 on the clock.

The Lady Trojans would close out the ďŹ nal two minutes of ďŹ rst period play outscoring the Lady Rams 11-2 to lead 28-5 after one.

Arcanum freshman Hailey Unger poured in 10-points, freshman Madelyn Fearon added eight points including two 3-pointers, Camille Pohl scored four points, Kayla O’Daniel drained a trey and Gracie Garno added a basket to round out ďŹ rst quarter scoring.

The Lady Trojans closed out ďŹ rst half play extending their lead to 33-points by adding 14-points to the second quarter board while holding Greenview to four points sending the teams to the break with

Arcanum owning a 42-9 advantage.

Elliana Sloan and Fearon each hit a 3-pointer, Unger and Garno both accounted for a basket and O’Daniel was 2-2 at the free throw line for the Lady Trojans. “We have four or ďŹ ve girls that any of them on any given night is going to put up double digits and be the leader of that,â€? noted Dean. â€?We don’t have that team where they can come in and run that triangle-and-one/two or any of those other junk defenses and take out one or two players because we have the other ones that will pick it up.â€?

Greenview struck for 17 third quarter points while Arcanum was getting ďŹ ve Fearon points including a triple, Unger adding four points including 2-2 at the

Arcanum 20 better than Preble Shawnee

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

ARCANUM – The Arcanum Trojans had little trouble defeating Preble Shawnee Arrows 59-39 on Hall of Fame night in Arcanum. “The beginning of the game the tone we set defensively,� said Arcanum coach Jim Melton. “We mixed some things up and changed our defenses. I thought that really fed into our offense and set the tone.�

Carter Gray and Evan Athchley both drained 3-pointers and a bucket while Jake Goubeaux and Zach Smith were adding a basket each to give Arcanum a double digit 14-4 lead after one period of play.

The Trojans outscored the Arrows 17-13 in Period No. 2 to send the teams to the break with Arcanum holding a 31-17 advantage with Atchley hitting two second period treys good for six points, Smith adding six points on three baskets, a Gray 3-pointer and Goubeaux accounting for a ďŹ eld goal in the quarter. “That’s a pretty good

ball club over,� Melton said of the Arrows. “There coach does a nice job.�

Arcanum opened third quarter play with eight unanswered points to lead 3917 at 4:12 before the Aarows battled back to close out the period on an 11-6 run with the Trojans taking the period 17-14 sending the teams to the fourth with Arcanum holding a 45-28 advantage.

Atchley paced the Trojans in third quarter scoring knocking down his fourth and ďŹ fth 3-pointers of the night to lead the Trojans with six points. “Evan (Atchley) is progressively gaining conďŹ dence and that is a really pleasant surprise,â€? Melton stated. “Evan is playing with a lot of conďŹ dence – really a lot of the guys are.

Not to just single Evan out but Evan has picked up his level of play that’s without a doubt.�

Period No. 4 mirrored third scoring with Arcanum taking the period 14-11 with Isaiah Hootman, Gray and Smith each scoring four points giving the Trojans a 20-point non-conference win. “It’s great it’s going in,�

Coach Melton said of the

line, O’Daniel a basket and Pohl knocking down a free throw to give the Arcanum a 14-point third sending the teams to the ďŹ nal period with the Lady Trojans holding a 30-point 56-26 lead.

The ďŹ nal period had Arcanum limited to four points while the Lady Rams were good for 16points moving the Lady Trojans on in tournament play with an 18-point win. “That ďŹ rst half we pressured the way we’re supposed to,â€? said Dean. “We ran our half-court press, we fed off of it and the shots were falling. I have some good outside shooters, we got the looks we needed and they stepped into those shots and made them.â€?

Trojans’ shooting on the night, “but I thought our guys executed our defense to a ‘T.’�

Evan Atchley led Arcanum and all scorers with a game high 17-points, including ďŹ ve 3-pointers.

ARCANUM – E. Atchley 17, C. Gray 14, L. Byrne 12, J. Goubeaux 6, I. Hootman 4, W. Meeks 3, Burke 2, Pitzer 1 – TOTALS 15 8-18 7 59 PREBLE SHAWNEE – S. Agee 12, L. Woodard 10, B. Singleton 8, G. Powers 3, JJ Hatmaker 2, J. Geisen 2, B. Morton 2 – TOTALS 12 6-10 3 39

Madelyn Fearon hits one of her four 3-pointers for Arcanum in 6042 tournament win over Greenview.

(Gaylen Blosser photo)

Lady Wave JV ďŹ nishes season strong with win over Sidney

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

Evan Atchley scores to lead Arcanum in win over Preble Shawnee. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

“I didn’t think that Greenview had much of an answer for that ďŹ rst half,â€?

Dean added. “They pressured us the second half and closed that gap.�

Arcanum advances to play the No. 13 seed Bethel Lady Bees in a 6 p.m. Tuesday night game at Covington. The Lady Trojans defeated Bethel 68-38 in an earlier season Cross County Conference game.

ARCANUM – H. Unger 16, M. Fearon 16, K. O’Daniel 7, C. Pohl 7, T. Gray 5, G. Garno 4, E. Sloan 3, M. Hartman 2 – TOTALS 17 8-10 6 60 GREENVIEW – H. Ferrell 10, C. Sweat 10, S. Sonneman 7, K. Harding 6, A. Schloss 6, E. Snyder 3 – TOTALS 16 10-15 0 42

SIDNEY – The Lady Wave JV defeated the Sidney 31-17 to close out the 2018-19 season with a winning record. “I told the kids in the locker room after the game, we went on a seven game winning streak and then we ended up losing to Butler by one and lost three there and ďŹ nished off winning two games so we were 9-3 to end the second half of our season,â€? said Lady Wave JV coach Laura Swigart. “I am very proud of where the girls ended their season.â€?

The Lady Wave jumped out to a 10-2 lead after one with Nyesha Wright and Libby McKinney each scoring three points and Taylor Yates and Abbie Yoder both hitting a basket.

Period No. 2 went to Greenville 9-3 with Lady Wave freshman Libby McKinney pacing the team with seven points including her second 3-pointer of the

game sending the teams to the break with GHS holding a 19-5 advantage. “About two months ago when she started playing I knew she could be pretty special and she made a special one for herself tonight,� Swigart said of McKinney. “When we have somebody that can handle the ball and score like she did today, it makes the rest of us a little better.�

The teams played even on the board in the fourth, each scoring four points for a 23-9 Greenville lead with one period to play. “As a team we have really gotten better,� said Swigart. “Kaitlyn Gonzalez (freshman) isn’t always one that is going to be in the scoring column but she’s a little feisty one. She gets her hands on a lot of rebounds, she’s quick, she gives you some spunk and towards the end of the game she could attack the basket a little bit and pass the ball out to Libby which opened Libby up a little bit.�

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again had the teams playing even by an 8-8 score with McKinney leading the Lady Wave with six points including her third triple of the day while going 3-3 at the line to lead the Lady Wave in the road win.

McKinney led the Lady Wave and all scorers with a game high 16-points.

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Urbana no match for Versailles Lady Tigers in tournament play GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

COVINGTON – The Urbana Lady Hillclimbers were no match for the Versailles Lady Tigers in opening round D-III tournament play, losing 70-21 to the Versailles girls with 10 Lady Tigers getting in the scoring column.

A slow start for the Lady Tigers had Versailles leading 8-0 at 4:05 in the ďŹ rst quarter on their way to a 15-0 lead after one compete, a quarter that had the Lady Tigers pulling down 12offensive rebounds with none resulting in a stickback. “That’s not like us,â€?

Stonebraker stated. “We might miss an outside shot but the put-back usually is there. We just have to get in rhythm.�

Caitlin McEldowney drained three 3-pointers, Lindsey Winner, Caitlyn Luthman and Brooke Stonebraker each added a basket with the team struggling 0-6 at the line to close out ďŹ rst quarter scoring. “That ďŹ rst quarter was probably the worst shooting quarter we’ve ever had,â€? said Stonebraker, “but we came out and held our heads high and said that was a bad shooting quarter – so the law of percentages have to go up from there.â€?

Versailles extended its lead to 24-0 in the

opening three minutes of Period No. 2 before the Lady Hillclimbers would dent the board to trail 24-2 with 4:57 on the board. “Defensively we were doing a good job,â€? Coach Stonebraker said of the team’s 24-0 start. “Our full-court man was smothering tonight. In the backcourt our girls did a great job of rotating and ďŹ nding the traps.â€?

Six Kelsey Custenborder points including a trey, four points each from Winner and Stonebraker, McEldowney’s fourth 3-pointer and a bucket each from Liz Watren Savannah Toner and Elizabeth Ording accounted for a 23point Lady Tigers’ sec-

Caitlin McEldowney knocks down one of her six 3-pointers to lead Versailles with 20points in tournament win over Urbana.

(Gaylen Blosser photo)

ond quarter sending the teams to the break with Versailles leading by a 38-12 score.

The Lady Tigers extended their lead to 5718 after three quarters bringing a running clock with the local girls add-

ing 19-points to Urbana’s six while going 1-8 at the line through three periods of play. “That was just going with our shooting,â€? noted Stonebraker. “That all goes with conďŹ dence.

It’s just stepping up to the line and hitting it.�

McEldowney hit her ďŹ fth and sixth 3-pointers of the night and a basket to lead Versailles with eight third quarter points, Winner added six, Watren and Ording each scored two and Hanna Barga knocked down a free throw sending the teams to the ďŹ nal period of play with the Lady Tigers up 57-18.

Period No. 4 went to Versailles 13-3 giving the Lady Tigers a lopsided

49-point win.

McEldowney led Versailles and all scorers with a game high 20points. “She was shooting pretty well tonight,�

Stonebraker said of McEldowney. “She tends to shoot better than what she did tonight, but still got a lot of points on the board.�

VERSAILLES – C. McEldowney 20, L. Winner 12, K. Custenborder 10, S. Toner 9, B. Stonebraker 6, L. Watren 4, E. Ording 4, A. Stammen 2, C. Luthman 2, H. Barga 1 – TOTALS 22 5-14 7 70 URBANA – A. Lyons 9, S. Rooney 6, C. Shelpman 2, M. Horn 2, K. Martin 2 – TOTALS 5 2-2 3 21

Greenville Lady Wave close out regular season with 46-21 win over Sidney

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

SIDNEY – The Greenville Lady Wave traveled to Sidney to close out the regular season and came away with a convincing 46-21 Greater Western Ohio Conference win over the Lady Yellow Jackets. “It’s just such a good team win again,� said Lady Wave coach Rachel Kerns following the win. “It was just a little bit of everybody.�

Greenville battle injuries the entire season, a year that saw the Lady Wave play just one game with a complete lineup on the court, a game played mid-season.

After a slow start, the Lady Wave closed out ďŹ rst quarter play with a 9-4 lead over Sidney led by four Haleigh MayoBehnken points and a Lani Shilt 3-pointer. “Sometime as a coach you get nervous when you go play a team on their senior day and then it’s a slow start,â€? said Kerns. “It’s like a combination

for disaster but midway through that ďŹ rst quarter we kind of got things going a little bit and then the second quarter came and we just took care of business.â€?

The Greenville girls exploded for 24-second quarter points while holding the home team to a single basket good for two points to lead 33-6 with the teams heading to the break.

Koryann Elliott paced the Lady Wave with eight second period points, Mayo-Behnken added seven including a triple, Nyesha Wright came off the bench to knock down four points, Natea Davidson hit a bucket, Morgan Gilbert went 2-2 at the line and Chloe Sowry hit a free throw to round out scoring.

The Lady Wave pushed their lead to 42-6 at 2:32 in third quarter play with Coach Kerns clearing the Wave bench and the score standing at 44-11 after three complete. “It’s just not one person who is making everything happen,� noted Kerns.

Greenville Lady Wave seniors L-R: Koryann Elliott, Lani Shilt, Jada Garland and Saki Nakamura are honored before Lady Wave’s ďŹ nal home game before closing out the season on the road at Sidney. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

“Mayo-Behnken is doing a really good job scoring and today she did a good job distributing it a little more. Morgan (Gilbert) did a great job attacking on the baseline. Jada (Garland) brings us that outside threat.�

Lady Wave seniors Jada Garland and Elliott accounted for the Greenville points in the third, Elliott six points and Garland ďŹ ve including a 3-pointer.

The Lady Wave starting ďŹ ve took the entire

four quarter off with many JV players closing out the game with Sidney taking the ďŹ nal period 10-2 giving the Greenville girls a 25point win heading to ďŹ rst round tournament action.

Nine Lady Wave got in the scoring column led

by Elliott to lead all scorers with a game high 14points. Greenville was a perfect 3-3 at the charity stripe. “She did a really good job moving without the basketball,� Kerns said of

her senior, Koryann Elliott. “She ďŹ nished around the rim today – it was good to see that.â€?

The Lady Wave’s ďŹ rst round tournament game against the Bellefontaine Lady Chieftains scheduled to be played at Tecumseh High School has been moved to SpringďŹ eld High School due to surface problems at the Tecumseh site. The Tecumseh playing surface sits below grade giving a conďŹ ned atmosphere to teams on the court. “We don’t play on any courts that are like Tecumseh’s,â€? Coach Kerns noted of ďŹ rst round tournament play. “We play in more that are open like SpringďŹ eld’s, so if anything, I think it’s going to help us out a little bit that way. I like going to a different location just because of how narrow the Tecumseh court is but it shouldn’t have any effect on how we play our game.â€?

GREENVILLE – K. Elliott 14, H. Mayo-Behnken 11, J. Garland 5, M. Gilbert

VERSAILLES – The Versailles Tigers defeated the visiting Coldwater Cavaliers 53-49 in MAC play. “Our kids battled and picked away,� said Versailles coach Travis Swank. “We got a good win.�

A slow start had the Cavaliers taking a 12-8 lead over the Tigers after one period of play. “Our game plan was making sure we were keeping our game plan at the pace we wanted to,�

Swank noted. “They are an explosive offensive team, they are averaging around 60 a game. We didn’t want the pace to be that high.�

Versailles battle back in to take the second period with Evan Hiestand knocking down seven

points to lead the Tigers to a 13-5 second over the visitors sending the teams to the break with Versailles leading 21-17.

Coldwater knotted the score at 26-26 with 2:27 on the third quarter clock and closed out the period outscoring the Tigers 12-9 in the period sending the teams to the ďŹ nal period of play with Versailles holding a slim 30-29 advantage with Hiestand accounting for six points. “We threw a lot to Evan in the middle,â€? stated Swank. “He just went to work and went around people and got easy layups. He has been our heart and soul this year.â€?

Versailles used a 17-11 scoring run to lead 47-40 at 1:32 in the fourth and hold on for a four point win over the Cavaliers with Hiestand tossing

in eight fourth quarter points. “They are so long in their zone,â€? said Swank. “We’re not the biggest team out front with our guards. It’s really hard to move the ball when you have a 6’5â€? kid out there at the top makes things difďŹ cult but we didn’t panic.

We moved it enough – we made adjustments.�

Marcus Bruns led Coldwater and all scorers with a game high 26 points. Hiestand paced Versailles with 22 points on the night.

VERSAILLES – E. Hiestand 22, M. Stammen 12, R. Martin 6, A. Toner 6, C. Naftzger 5, C. VanSkyock 2 – TOTALS 19 9-18 2 53 COLDWATER – M. Bruns 26, C. Frilling 14, B. Wenning 4, N. Miller 3, J. Schwieterman 2 – TOTALS 11 12-19 5 49

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to worship God? The Bible is full of examples of people living their daily lives on an eternal mission, weaving together their faith and work in their everyday lives.

Join First Presbyterian Church on Friday, Feb. 22, for the day as Christian business professionals from around the world speak about the sacred connection between faith and work through a live stream event. New York Times Bestselling Author Jon Acuff, Founder/Chancellor of Eternity Bible College & bestselling author, Francis Chan, President of Hobby Lobby, Steve Green & Inside Edition Correspondent Megan Alexander are just a few of the guest speakers lined up for this meaningful daylong retreat.

The cost for the Work as Worship Retreat is $30 and includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day. The live stream presentation will begin at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude around 3:30 p.m. Work as Worship is for you, whatever your current job situation is (unemployed, homemaker, part-time, full-time, retired, etc.).

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Singles Dance set for Feb. 23 GREENVILLE – The Darke County Singles Group will host a Singles Dance on Saturday, Feb. 23, 8-11 p.m., in the VFW Post 7262 Ballroom, 219 N. Ohio St., Greenville.

The band Cotton will provide the music for your dancing and listening pleasure. This popular group performs a wide variety of music - classic rock, country, blues and more.

This is a great place to see old friends and meet new ones. This is not a bar scene - just dance and have fun.

The VFW kitchen will be closed, but a cash bar is available.

The event is open to the public for singles 21 and older. Admission is $7.

For more information, call or text Phyllis at (937) 901-3969.

Dean’s List CLEMSON, SC – George Ryan Grow of Versailles has been named to the Dean’s List at Clemson University for the fall 2018 semester.

Grow is majoring in General Engineering.

To be named to the Dean’s List, a student achieved a grade-point average between 3.50 and 3.99 on a 4.0 scale.

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A Night in Hollywood set for March 2 GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Supply Chain Management class has begun preparation for the fifth annual A Night in Hollywood! The annual Special Olympics fundraising event will be held at Greenville High School to spotlight the Special Olympian artistic talents for the stars they are with a black tie themed dinner and show.

A Night in Hollywood will showcase the Special Olympics participants by presenting artistic talents through a talent show and a silent art auction.

You will have many opportunities to give back to Special Olympics through A Night in Hollywood with business donations, ticket prices, fun family games and much more. Since this will be their fifth year for this fundraising event made specifically for the Darke County Special Olympics, their goal is $10,000. “We definitely need everyone’s help,” said organizers. “This event does get our community connected to the Special Olympics in a way that they never experience before by putting on a Night in Hollywood. Usually, the Special Olympic participants are limited to athletics and on this night…they are Shining Stars!”

Shown are some of the past participants and friends of A Night in Hollywood.

They are aware that the Special Olympians are extremely talented in many ways! They want to give them the opportunity to show off their unique talents to the community. Their goal is to have all eyes on the Special Olympics participants so they may feel like the stars they are.

They have applications available for any Special Olympian to participate and encourage everyone to sign-up. Email dbuchy@ gcswave.com to request an application.

Supply Chain student Ashlynn Pack shared what A Night in Hollywood means to her. “I just really enjoy seeing all of the Special Olympic participants so happy sharing their talents, singing, art and dance.”

If you want to be a part of something that is truly indescribable mark your calen-

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SCM team thanks the community, Greenville City Schools, People Centered Services, Art Sense, Your Happy Place, Darke D.D., Cindy Rose, Sue Huston and all of the Special Olympians and their families for supporting what will be another outstanding year. If you would like to receive email updates on A Night in Hollywood or if your company would like to make a donation, contact dbuchy@gcswave.com.

One Book, Many Communities at APL ARCANUM – The Arcanum Public Library, along with several other libraries in the area, is participating in the reading initiative One Book, Many Communities. The book, The One,

by John Marrs has been chosen as the selection for 2019. There will be plenty of programs scheduled in the upcoming months based on the book, held at various locations. At the Arcanum location, there will be a book discussion in March and a program on DNA testing and ethics in April. Come on in to get a copy of the book, and a schedule of events.

There are weekly children’s programs at the library. StoryTime for preschoolers is held on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Children listen to stories, sing songs, make a craft, and more. Kids in grade school can come to SPARK after school on Tuesdays from 3:45–4:45 p.m. to play games, meet with friends, and learn something new.

An adult coloring session will be held on Tuesday, March 12 at 4 p.m. Come in to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of coloring with other adults. No registration is required. The book club will be meeting on Tuesday, March 12 at 5:30 p.m. New-

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The adult winter reading challenge is off to a great start. It runs through March 31. Each title a patron reads will be an entry to monthly drawings and a grand prize.

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GIBSON – David Gibson, 64, of Pleasant Hill, passed away Friday, Feb. 8, 2019 at his home. David was born in Dayton, on Aug. 22, 1954 to William E. & Velma L. (Studebaker) Gibson.

David is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years 11 months, Carol A. (Baker) Gibson; mother, Velma Gibson of Pleasant Hill; two sons, Jason M. & Kimberlee K. (Kier) Gibson of Nevada, Iowa, Daniel L. Gibson of Pleasant Hill; a son and daughter-in-law that David thought of as his own, Gregory K. & Melinda (Sporek) Van de Grift; two grandsons, Jordan T. Gibson and his girlfriend, Emily Engelman of Ames, Iowa, and Corey A. Gibson of Nevada, Iowa; three step-grandchildren, Desmond Sprowl of Troy, Terrell Sprowl of Bowling Green, Jasmine Sprowl of Sidney; one grandson that David thought of as his own, Stephan Sporek of Covington; brother, Daryl E. Gibson of California; sister, Vickie S. (Gibson) Neil of Florida; father-in-law, Donnie Baker of Greenville; sister-in-law, Martha (Baker) & Tom Baker of Greenville; brother-in-law, Larry Baker of Greenville; numerous nieces, nephews, greatnieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, William Gibson, sister, Velma Yvonne (Gibson) (Shouse) Clark and mother-in-law, Joan Baker.

David worked for CF Poepelman Sand and Gravel, Bradford for 28 years; he ended his work career in 2003 when his beloved wife donated him a kidney.

Throughout the remaining years more and more health issues were compounded.

2010 was the last year David went deer hunting, less than 24 hours after being in the hospital. He killed a trophy buck, 16 points. David was featured in two magazines and received several

certificates that he proudly displayed with his buck.

David fought his way through all his illness, until there was nothing left to fight with. He always said “This is our New Norm, we may not like but, it is what it is, you can’t change it” He never threw in the towel and gave up, as so many of us would have. He would ask, “God why me?” The answer has come to light, “To inspire, and motivate others to fight the fight, don’t be too quick to throw in the towel.”

David will be deeply missed by family, friends, doctors and nurses at UVMC & OSU. A funeral service was held Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019 at Fields of Grace Worship Center, Covington with Pastor Scott Deane officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to: Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 333 N. Summit St., P.O. Box 10086, Toledo, OH 436990086, Condolences may be left for the family at www.

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BERGER – Bernice E. Berger, 77, of Versailles, passed away at 2:53 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at Indiana University Hospital in Indianapolis, Ind. Bernice was born Jan. 1, 1942, in Darke County to the late Edward W. & Margaret A. (Gasson) Pohl.

Bernice is survived by her husband of 57 years, Richard H. Berger; children, Teresa & James Slonkosky of Versailles, Keith & Janice Berger of Ludlow Falls, Jenny & Frank Treon of Versailles, Kevin & Kelli Berger of Versailles and Rob & Keri Berger of Waynesville; grandchildren, Paige & Mitchell Heitkamp, Kimberly & Derek Barhorst, Andrew Slonkosky, Joshua & Elizabeth Berger, Danielle Berger, Bridget & Daniel Eversman, Michael Treon,

Kelsey Treon, Payton Berger, Zoey Berger, Jackson Berger and Jonas Berger; great-grandchildren, Alexis Berger, Madison Berger, Eloise Eversman and Ezekiel Heitkamp; siblings, Evelyn Simons of Versailles, Dr. Kenneth & Angela Pohl of Oakwood, Kathy & Bill Freeman of Celina, Harold & Debra Pohl of Versailles and Doris & Ronald Barga of Ansonia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Bernice was co-owner of Greenlawn Upholstery in Versailles. She was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles, charter member of Stillwater Valley Golf Course and longtime member and supporter of the Versailles Athletic Boosters. Bernice participated in the Versailles Community Meals and was very active in the ladies bridge club. Bernice enjoyed Sunday dinners with her family which allowed her to play numerous games with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed quilting; Bernice made a quilt for each of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Bernice enjoyed being outside mowing, gardening and playing golf.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019, at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Jim Simons celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles. The family will receive friends on Saturday morning from 9-10 a.m. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles.

Bernice always greeted family with hugs and kisses and was known for her grace and smile. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey. com.

CONING – Dorothea Jeanne Coning - Surrounded by family in her home, Jeanne Coning saw her Lord and Savior face to

face on Feb. 7, 2019 at the age of 93.

Jeanne was saved at the age of 12 with her best friend Janet Ward. She went to the altar during a Revival at the West Manchester United Methodist Church and met Jesus. She was so excited she continued going back to the altar until the preacher told her she only needed saved once. Jeanne and Janet continued to be life-long friends, serving Christ sideby-side.

Jeanne has two loving daughters, Deborah Day, Jill (Eric) Eisenberg; four grandchildren, Stacey (Jon) Lavy, Scott (Amy) Day, Jenna (Wes) Harleman, Kala (Darlynn) Eisenberg; 10 great-grandchildren, and has touched the lives of countless more.

God provided tremendous blessings with beautifully-loving caregivers that provided her with comfort and support in her time of need. The family would like to thank Passport, The Brethren Home Health Care, Comprehensive Health Care, Hospice, and Jeanne’s private providers, Shelly & Annie.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019, 5 p.m., at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304, officiated by Terry Campbell. A visitation will be held from 3-5 p.m. leading into the funeral services.

A private burial will take place on Monday. Email condolences may be sent by going online to www. kreitzerfuneralhome.com.

WOLFORD – Roger Wolford, 58, of Arcanum, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019 at Grandview Medical Center.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Leona Wolford.

Roger was born to William and Leona on Jan. 31, 1961 in Greenville. He was a graduate from Greenville Schools in 1980. Roger spent his life working various places, but would always make friends everywhere he was. His family and friends will greatly miss him.

Roger is survived by his wife of 18 years, Patricia Wolford; children, Michael (Bethany) DeLong, Jordy Wolford; grandchildren, J.J. Wolford, Travis Wol-

ford, Zelda Wolford, Dejah DeLong, Brianne DeLong, Emma DeLong; brother, Greg (Debbie) Wolford; sister-in-law, Tamara (Neal) Fasick; brother-in-laws, Jim (Katherine) Jarrett, Kenny Bailey; close friends, Pam (Vaughn) Downey, Terry (Elaine) Foster, Bob Shepherd, Mindy (Jamie) McGlinch; his friends from SVG Motors, and countless other relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, Feb., 16, 2019, 2 p.m., at the Bible Baptist Church, 510 Front St., Greenville, OH 45331. Arrangements by Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses.

Email condolences may be sent by going online to www.kreitzerfuneralhome. com.

working for the Center of Hope in Union City, Ohio and then invested over 20 years to the Union City Body Company. She also enjoyed attending the First Church of God in Ansonia with her husband.

She is survived by her brothers, Raymond Stump, Jr. of Union City, Ohio, Charles (Heather) Stump of Celina, Ohio, and Gilbert (Theresa) Stump of Columbus, Ohio; her sister, Catherine Stump of Greenville; numerous nieces and nephews; her special friend, Edward John Turner of Greenville; and her stepchildren, Wanda Mollis of Riverveiw, Florida and Jeff Hiestand of Gulf Port, Mississippi.

A Celebration of Dorothy’s life took place on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Pastor Eric Knight officiating. Burial is in the Teegarden Cemetery near Ansonia.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

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HIESTAND – Dorothy M. Hiestand, 78, of Greenville, formerly of Rossburg, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

She was born on May 21, 1940 in Union City, Ohio to the late Raymond and Doris (Rickert) Stump.

In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hiestand in 2006, whom she married on September 16, 1966; her sisters, Mary Alice Alexander, Nellie Stump, Ruth Ralston, and Martha Neal; her brothers, Harry Stump, Robert Stump, Rodney Stump, Richard Stump, and Delbert Stump.

Dorothy was an independent woman and was proud of it. She was a hard worker and rarely accepted help from her family. She was always there when people needed her. She enjoyed babysitting children.

Dorothy spend 12 years

– Daryl Dennis Kollmeyer, 67, passed away on Feb. 3, 2019.

Daryl was born on May 19, 1951 in Darke County. He attended Arcanum High School graduating from Greenville High School in 1969. Daryl served in the Ohio National Guard for 7 years and worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service serving the Village of Arcanum for 20 years.

Daryl is survived by his sons; Korbin Kollmeyer and Klinton Kollmeyer (Brittany Nicholson); grandsons (from Korbin and Michelle Kollmeyer) Nathan, Logan and Aiden Kollmeyer; sisters, Joyce Stump and Sue Sullivan; brother Kris Kollmeyer; Father and Mother in law, Dene and Phyllis Lambert. Daryl was preceded in death by his parents Arthur Kollmeyer and Sarah Kollmeyer-Fent.

A Celebration of Life will be held in honor of Daryl on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019 from 4-7 p.m. with a memorial service at 7 p.m. at Gilbert-Fellers Funeral Home, 950 Albert Road, Brookville, OH 45309. Online condolences may

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– Thomas Lewis Brumbaugh, Jr., 49, of Union City, Ohio, passed away Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

He was born on November 19, 1969 in New Port, Rhode Island to Beverly (Moody) Brumbaugh and the late Thomas Brumbaugh, Sr. In addition to his father, Tom was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Doyle Brumbaugh, and his maternal grandfather, Lee Junior Moody.

Tom was many things.

The challenge is to try to list them with such limited space. Tom was an amazing husband, son, father, grandfather and brother. He was devoted to his family and loved spoiling his grandchildren. Tom was a welder by trade and traveled the country for his job with Agra Erectors. He loved his dogs, Bama and Diesel. When describing Tom, several words come to mind - loving, loyal, strong, and hardworking.

His family meant everything to him. Tom never gave up and fought this battle with cancer for 12 long years. As the back window in his truck so accurately states, “Cancer Sucks.”

Tom is survived by his wife of 26 years, Connie Sue (Hiegel) Brumbaugh, whom he married October 16, 1992; his mother, Beverly June (Moody) Brumbaugh of Ansonia; his children, Cassandra Brumbaugh of Piqua and Joe Hiestand of Lima; his step-children, Sierra Hill of Troy, Jenna Bell of Union City, Ind.; his grandchildren, Enrrique Hernandez, Aalyiah Hill, Cora Williams, Christopher Hill, Serenity Hill, Zoe Phillips, Kendrick Bell, Jatelynn Bell and Brooklynn Bell. Tom also leaves behind his sister, Michelle (Bob) Jones of Versailles, and his brother, Justin Brumbaugh of Mendon; his paternal grandmother, Phyllis Brumbaugh of Greenville, and his maternal grandmother, Beatrice Moody of Greenville; and his nephew Buck Jones and his niece, Maddicyn Brumbaugh.

A Celebration of Tom’s life was held Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Pastor Eric Knight officiating.

Burial is in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

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BEY – Loretta E. Bey, 91, of Versailles, died Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles. Burial is in St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www. zecharbailey.com.

CROWELL – Geraldine “Gerri” E. (Hammaker) Crowell passed away peacefully on February 9, 2019 at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy, Ohio at the age of 74. She was the daughter of the late Aloysius Henry Hammaker and Eleanor (Keith) Hammaker.

Gerri was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters Walter Hammaker, Robert Hammaker, Richard Hammaker, Jeanette (Don) Floyd, Raymond (Marjorie) Hammaker, Mary Lou (Cecil) Livesey, Elsie Reir and Donald Hammaker.

She is survived by her husband Leslie Crowell whom she had been married to for 37 years. Gerri is also survived by her children Michael (Sandy) Besecker, Melissa Anthony, and Justin (fiancee Mandy) Crowell; grandchildren Ashley (Lee) Kozak, Cassie (Gavin) Bixler, Chris Besecker, Eric Besecker, Alex Rehmert, Austin Anthony, seven “little darling” great-grand children, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her sister Darlene Winterrowd and Gerri’s best friend Kathy (Hoblit) Bowen.

Gerri loved Jesus and her faith never faltered.

Her love for her country was strong and she had a tremendous fear for the direction her country was going and what her grandchildren might be facing in the future. She would stick up for and protect individuals who were not able to defend themselves.

Gerri had a natural and committed desire to serve others always putting others first as was demonstrated by her generosity and selfless giving; never wanting any acknowledgement or recognition for her anonymous giving. She gave generously to individuals in need, national disasters, and always looked forward to Shiner’s Fund Drive knowing the great work they do giving selflessly to help burned and

crippled children at no cost to the families (she loved little Alex).

Gerri’s desire to serve others coupled with her entrepreneurial spirit dates back to when she had the Old Snell restaurant on Broadway, Pantry Bake Shop on the corner (Whitecotton building) by the Post Office, Pantry Bake Shop and Diner located on East Main Street, Pantry Bake Shop out of her basement, and most of all the Pantry Bake Shop at the Great Darke County Fair (for 30 years). The home of the famous “Pin Wheel”, Orange Cream Cookies, Old Fashion Cream Pie and much more.

Her uncompromising quality for perfection was in everything she did and she expected nonetheless out of others. “I will have nothing to sell before I will sell a poor quality product”. If you made a promise or a commitment to her you darn well better keep it!

Gerri loved playing cards and was an avid and extremely good Bridge player, teacher and mentor.

And, as she always emphasized: ”length over strength”.

Her strong relationships she had developed with her bridge buddies over many years brought her great pleasure. Her biggest frustration was not being able to out play her husband in Gin. Gerri loved flowers and found contentment in working in her flower beds, which included hand planting 186 pots of impatiens each spring.

Boy did she love when it rained because it “sure beats dragging that darn hose around”.

Family gatherings were always top on Gerri’s list. She loved family cookouts and holidays as it gave her an opportunity to prepare fancy meals, play with the kids and watch all the family interaction. And as the evenings would grow nigh there was always more eating and of course cards and games.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Keeping with Gerri’s spirit of giving, any contributions can be made anonymously to someone you know that might be in need.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

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– Ronald Blumenstock, 81, formerly of Arcanum, passed away Monday, Feb. 11, 2019 following an extended illness.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter & Caroline Blumenstock, and siblings, Joe, Vivian, and Bill Blumenstock.

Ronald is survived by his children, Brian (Julie) Blumenstock, Chris (Dianna) Blumenstock; grandchildren, Scott, Thomas, & Jack Blumenstock, Alex (Miwa) Blumenstock, Eric Blumenstock, and numerous other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304.

Burial is in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson. A visitation was held leading into the funeral services. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Stelvideo Grange or Eagles Wing Equine Therapy in Piqua. Email condolences may be sent by going online to www.kreitzerfuneralhome.com.

BAKER – William J. Baker, 57, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.

Bill loved John Deere and his Ford Mustang.

He was a very entertaining man and liked to say he was the richest man in the world because he has the love of his family.

Survived by his wife of 33 years, Angela Baker; children, Carlena (Rod-

ney) Sneed and Mason Baker; grandchildren, Chase and Tyson Pool; parents, Dick and Barb Baker; siblings, Rick (Bev), Bob (Tammy), Lee, Roger, and Brianna (Joe) Hibner; numerous nieces and nephews; parentsin-law, Larry and Darla Bourne; sister-in-law, Rhonda (Doug) Surber; his dog, Emma.

Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304. A visitation will be held from 10 a.m.

– 12 p.m. leading into the funeral services. Burial is to be held at Abbottsville Cemetery following the funeral. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Cancer Association of Darke County. Email condolences may be sent by going online to www. kreitzerfuneralhome. com.

WRIGHT – Gary B. Wright, 75, of Arcanum, passed away at home on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019.

Gary is preceded in death by his grandparents, Carl & Esther Wright, Roy & Myrtie Horine, and mother, Geraldine Wright.

Gary went to Riverside military school in Georgia and Florida from 1958-1961. He went on

to graduate from Arcanum High School in 1962. He then married his wife, Nancy on March 16, 1963. Gary retired his career from GM Inland after 43 years of service to them. He also worked for Emery World Wide for 12 years. Outside of work Gary enjoyed NASCAR, car shows, racing (specifically Chinn Motorsports), and old cars.

His family, though, was the light of his life.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Wright; children, Theresa (Ed) Howerton, Melissa (Scott) Williams; grandchildren, Tabitha (Zac) Thompson, Whitney (Kyler) Stauffer, Kile Meyer; great-grandchildren, Riley Ignaffo, Ethan Ignaffo, Taylor Thompson, Lucas Thompson, Emberleigh Stauffer, Brant Thompson, Trinity Irwin, and numerous other relatives and friends.

Services were held privately at the family’s convenience.

Arrangements by Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Email condolences may be sent by going online to www.kreitzerfuneralhome.com.

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BBBS Roll for Kids’ Sake set for Feb. 17 GREENVILLE – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke will be holding its annual Roll for Kids’ Sake on Sunday, Feb. 17, at two separate locations and times. In Shelby County, the party will take place at Rolling Hills Skate from 6-10 p.m. In Darke County, the party will be held at The Skate Place from 6:30-9 p.m.

The parties are open to the public and beneďŹ t Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County. The cost is $10 per person and includes admission, skate rental, door prizes, the chance to win rafe prizes, and other entertainment.

With it being President’s Day weekend, this year’s theme is “American Pride,â€? and the ďŹ rst 50 people dressed in patriot attire will receive a gift.

All proceeds will beneďŹ t the agency’s Big Buddies after-school mentoring programs which are held at seven different school locations throughout the two-county area. Big Buddies is a ninemonth commitment where high school students volun-

teer two times per month to mentor elementary students. During these meetings, high school students, under the supervision of Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, work with one or two children on different educational and recreational activities. This year’s curriculum is entitled “Mindfulness: Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies� and focuses on brain development, social & emotional growth, nutrition, and exercise.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a non-proďŹ t, United Way partner agency, and is supported through ďŹ nancial contributions and annual fundraisers.

Their next major fundraiser, Bowl for Kids’ Sake, will be held on March 1 and 2 at both BelMar Lanes in Sidney and Treaty Lanes in Greenville.

If you would like to make a big difference in the life of a child, either through volunteering, ďŹ nancial contribution, or event sponsorship; please contact the agency at 937-492-7611, 937-5479622, or go to www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org for more information.

Craft Beer Series at Greenville Library GREENVILLE – Winter is the perfect time of year to enjoy porters and stouts.

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Staugler wants to have a voice on Greenville City Council RYAN BERRY

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GREENVILLE – Matt Staugler isn’t a native of Greenville, but he has admittedly fallen in love with the city. Now, he wants to be on the inside helping shape the community and moving it forward. Last week, Staugler submitted his paperwork to the Darke County Board of Elections and announced he is running for Greenville City Council, 4th Ward.

“I’ve always had an interest in politics,” Staugler said. “What really crystallized it for me was…We had our first child last year and she is going to grow up

in this town.”

Staugler is concerned with the direction Greenville is headed. Since 2000, the city has seen a 500 person decline in population.

“This is the number one thing our city should be focusing on,” he said. “That’s not sustainable.” While Greenville has declined, other cities continue to grow and Staugler believes the same can happen here.

He would like to adapt what is working in those communities. Some of those things include new types of housing and a focus on downtown. “If your downtown is not healthy, then your city’s not healthy,” he added. He believes the downtown area

needs to evolve to where it is a blend of cool restaurants, great night scene and new housing.

“Housing, in general, needs to be a real focus of the city. We have a real housing shortage right now,” he said.

He also believes infrastructure has been overlooked for a long time and cited the condition of some of the streets and sidewalks. “We have no sidewalk infrastructure to speak of,” Staugler insisted. Living close to the downtown area, Staugler said, “We have to push our daughter in a stroller and have to walk in the street most of the time because the sidewalks are impassable. That’s not a great first impression for most people. So that must change.

It will change.”

Realizing funds eventually run out, he wants the city to be smart with its dollars and leverage relationships at the state and federal level. He believes the city needs to be willing to grab those grant dollars, but what it really boils down to is leadership. “It is casting a vision for what you want the city to be and to look like. There will be some hard choices there.

You’ve got to have a plan in place.”

For Staugler, the plan starts with commerce. He believes the infrastructure needs should be addressed first in places that lead to commerce. He called the current way things are being done a “jumbled mess of different projects throughout the year.” By

Matt Staugler and his family have fallen in love with Greenville.

beginning with areas that lead to businesses, Staugler thinks the city would be able to grow its revenue and eventually be able to sink more money into other areas.

As to where he will fit in on council, Staugler feels he brings a different gen-

erational voice. “A lot of lip service gets paid to ‘how are we going to bring our young people back?’ How do you expect to grab them if you’re not speaking their language?” He believes that voice is a blanket over any committee where he would be involved.

Huffman one of several panelists for Addiction – Everyone’s Enemy event SUSAN HARTLEY

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Pictured with Bertie at the Union City girls basketball state finals in 2017 are Richard Merill, Jackie Teegarden and Cindy Shook. (Submitted photo)

Lifelong UC community supporter remembered CLINTON RANDALL

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UNION CITY, Ind. – Roberta “Bertie” Teegarden wasn’t just one of Union City’s biggest community supporters, she was someone that you don’t easily forget if you ever had the honor to meet her. From local events and organizations to cheering on the Indians, Bertie was involved in many activities around the UC community.

Born in 1935, Teegarden spent her life in Union City – where she and husband Jack raised their two children, Mark and Jackie.

Most of her days were spent at the UC middle school where Bertie was employed as a teacher’s aide for over 30 years.

Aside from teaching and raising her own children, Bertie volunteered her time being part of anything she could. From the first year of the Community Christmas, Bertie could always be found at Harter Park helping out and putting a smile on others’ faces.

“She was a firecracker and the kindest person I have ever met,” said longtime friend Gloria Kellenbarger. “I never saw her in a bad mood and always made sure you left with something when you went to visit her.”

In honor of all the time and effort Bertie spent helping make her hometown a little better, she was recognized in 2010 by the state of Indiana and awarded the prestigious Golden Hoosier Award – an honor given by Indiana’s Lt. Governor for outstanding Senior Citizens. She was nominated by UC Mayor Bryan Conklin and City Manager Monte Poling.

“She knew the communi-

ty and its history intimately. She would never stand for anyone speaking badly about Union City,” said Poling. “It was her home and she loved it as much as anyone could.”

One of Teegarden’s personal achievements was learning to drive and the age of 69 – after losing her husband. This gave her a new sense of independence, though it made her family a bit nervous.

In 2017, Bertie’s health began to fail following medical issues with her heart.

Unfortunately, this eventually forced her to leave home and move to a nearby assisted living facility, which took away a lot of the independence.

In February 2017, she would not let health issues keep her from attending the state finals in Indianapolis to cheer on her beloved Union City Lady Indians – who made school history by being the first UC team to ever compete for a state title.

“If I die watching the game…at least I will die happy,” Bertie’s daughter remembered her mom saying.

On December 28, 2018, Teegarden’s body was done fighting. In January, friends and family gathered to say goodbye and share memories about a woman that made a positive impact on everyone she met.

The passion for her hometown went beyond her time on earth – she was buried wearing her daughter Jackie’s UC school letter jacket and the girls basketball semi-state championship shirt – which she proudly wore at the state finals game.

Read more about Bertie Teegarden at www.earlybirdpaper.com.

GREENVILLE – Organizers of a public roundtable discussion, Addiction – Everyone’s Enemy, are hopeful they will not only open a discussion, but also provide fact-based information to the public concerning the effects of drug abuse.

The event, set for 7 p.m.

April 8 at Lighthouse Christian Center, is being sponsored by the Darke County Republican Women’s Club.

Club members are eager to provide information that will prevent people from picking up the drug habit, which with young people, often begins with cigarettes or being pressured to try marijuana.

“We’re really proud to put this on for the community,” said club president Betty Hill.

The roundtable is unique in that it will feature several high profile and knowledgeable panelists, including State Senator Steve Huffman, R-Tipp City.

Huffman will not only bring to the table his concerns and experiences as an elected official, he said, but also is an emergency room physician and former

Miami County Coroner.

“I’ve seen it firsthand,” Huffman said recently of the effects of opioid and other drug overdoses.

“Having to work with patients, and in dealing with families” of those who overdose. As a county coroner, Huffman said, he also dealt with families who experienced losing a loved one to drug abuse.

As an elected official, Huffman said he’s hoping to continue to help make policy changes in regards to those who offend and are in need of making lifestyle changes.

For example, he believes Ohio’s legislators should continue working on State Issue 1 – the criminal justice issue – which would have reduced drug possession penalties - that failed last November.

“Let’s pull the good things from Issue 1 and move forward,” Huffman said. “I’ll be able to talk as a policy maker and as a doctor,” Huffman said, during Addiction – Everyone’s Enemy.

The Darke County Republican Women’s Club members have done their homework, preparing a fact sheet with statistics, laying out drug issues by the number. They gathered data from a number

State Senator Steve Huffman will be one of several panelists during Addiction – Everyone’s Enemy, being sponsored by the Darke County Republican Women’s Club. Left to right, Betty Hill, Huffman, Cindy Pike, Lyn Bliss, and Wavelene Denniston.

of sources, for example the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration as well as the Center for Disease Control.

One statistic for example, is that in the United States, there were 70,237 overdose deaths during 2017.

According to the CDC, Ohio has the second highest rate for overdoses deaths in the United States – with our neighbor West Virginia being first and Pennsylvania third.

According to the club’s fact sheet, the “goal of the evening’s program will be to provide education, information and resources on issues relating to addiction – the facts on how addiction impacts the individual, families and our community as a whole.

Providing facts that will help members of our community resist the seduction of addictive behaviors.”

The round table also will feature Congressman Warren Davidson, Ohio Governor’s RecoveryOhio Chair Alisha Nelson, Montgomery County Coroner Kent Harshbarger, Darke County Common Pleas Court Judge Jonathan P; Hein, Darke County Juvenile Judge Jason Aslinger, Darke County Prosecutor Kelly Ormsby, Darke County Chief Deputy and member of the sheriff’s drug task force Mark Whittaker, Dr. Anna Hatic (Board Certified Addiction Physician), and recovering addict Clinton Randall.

The roundtable is open to the public. Registration is not required.

MV Taiko to compete in Ohio Has Talent LINDA MOODY

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UNION CITY – The Mississinawa Valley Premier Taiko Group, under the direction of Audrey Hathaway and her assistant, Stephen Novak, will compete for the title of Best Talent in Ohio on Feb. 23, 7 p.m., at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Van Wert.

“They qualified for the finals in the Ohio Has Talent finals,” said Hathaway.

“They auditioned back in November against more than 100 different acts and were chosen as one of the top 20.”

Taiko is a full in-school performance curriculum for grades 7-12 at M-V that was started 11 years ago as an after-school ensemble

for fifth- and sixth-grade students.

“We still have the afterschool group as well,” Hathaway said. “Entrance into the ensemble is by audition only, usually in the fifth or sixth grade. The groups have been selected to play at events all over the state of Ohio and Indiana.”

The director said that the Taiko group, consisting of Sammuel Castorena, Mackenzie Hamilton, Cammie Johns, Adam Manning, Maria Ojeda and Gabby Rammel and Brandon White, would love for as many supporters to come as possible as the winner is determined by a live audience vote. “Tickets can purchased by calling 419238-9223 for orchestra seating,” Hathaway said.

“All other seats can be pur-

The performers of the Taiko drumming group in the photo will perform at the competition. Shown are (back row) Brandon White, Adam Manning and Samuel Castorena; (middle row) Maria Ojeda, Mackenzie Hamilton, and Gabby Rammel; and (front row) Cammie Johns. (Courtesy photo)

chased through the NPAC center by calling 419-2386722 or www.npacvw.com.

Do not wait until the night of the show! There are only 20 tickets left in the entire

auditorium.”

The local drumming group will be competing for $1000 first prize, $500 second prize or $250 third prize.

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Preparations begin for Maple Sugarin’ GREENVILLE – This week the maple sap has started to run, and many Darke County Parks’ volunteers have ďŹ red up the sugar shack for the maple sugaring season. Freezing nights and thawing days cause the sap to move, bringing the sweetness one step closer to the table. For some volunteers it will be just another February, for others it’s an opportunity to learn a new skill and help out the park district at the same time.

The Maple Sugarin’ at the Prairie Festival will be held on Saturday, March 2, beginning at 8 a.m. This late winter day at Shawnee Prairie offers guided tours through history and science, learning the process of turning sap into syrup. After the tour through the woods, visit the sugar shack, and warm up in the steam-ďŹ 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. Finally, complete the day at the Nature Center where the gift shop and bake sale 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 wafes, sausage, juice, coffee, and of course pure Ohio maple syrup. Adult tickets are $6 and children 3-12 are $3. Carryout is available, and extra sausage can be purchased for $1 more. Breakfast will be served from 8 a.m.-noon.

Tickets will be available at the door on the day of the breakfast or presale tickets may be purchased at the Nature Center. Call (937) 5480165 for more information.

FM Alumni Banquet PITSBURG – Invitations have been mailed for the 66th annual Franklin-Monroe Alumni Banquet being held on Saturday, April 6.

The banquet will be honoring the classes of 1944, 1969, 1994 and 2019.

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Ansonia seniors name Sweethearts of the Year

BY LINDA MOODY CORRESPONDENT lmoody@earlybirdpaper.com

“That really surprised me,� the 91-year-old Link said. “I thought my legs wouldn’t carry me. It was quite a shock.� “I was surprised,� Harbison echoed. “This was always about women. I was not expecting it.�

Each of the recipients have been going to the Senior Citizens gathering in Ansonia for at least three years. Both are widowed.

Her husband, Eugene “Butchâ€? Link died ďŹ ve years ago. Link, the former

ANSONIA – The Ansonia Senior Citizens name a Sweetheart of the Year around Valentine’s Day, and this year was no exception. But they also named a male counterpart to that title this past Wednesday at their weekly gathering.

Loretta Link of Rossburg received Sweetheart of the Year honors and David Harbison of Arcanum was also recognized. Both received gifts.

Loretta Berning, met him an open-air dance.

They married in 1947, 72 years ago this past Tuesday, and moved to a farm in the Darke County area, where they raised their two children, Bonnie (Larry) Yoder and Jim (Susan) Link. There are four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Link came from a family of long-living members. “There were eight of us kids, seven girls and one boy,� said Link, who attended school in Versailles. “Mom lived to be 95, while dad died at 44. I have two sisters who died at age 92; one sister is 94; I’m 91; my brother is 88. I have sisters, 85 and 83, and we’re going to celebrate my younger sister’s 80th birthday on Saturday.�

She worked at Fram for 33 1/2 years, retiring in the 1990s, and is a member of the St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Burkettsville.

She said she enjoys spending time with the Ansonia Senior Citizens. “I really enjoy it and miss it if they cancel it because of the weather,� she

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Harbison is originally from Rossburg, but now lives south of Arcanum. He graduated from Ansonia High School in 1956.

He said he spent time in the Army Reserves out of Troy from 1960-66. “Our unit was put on standby for the Cuban Crisis.

Harbison said his wife, Phyllis (Robison), died three years ago this week. “She died on Friday the 13th,� he said.

They are the parents of two sons, Bruce of Portland, Ore., and Randy of Urbana. There are also three grandchildren and two step-grandchildren.

He is a member of the Ansonia American Legion and two other senior citizens groups in Greenville and Arcanum.

David Harbison and Loretta Link were named Sweethearts of the Year at the Ansonia Senior Citizens gathering on Wednesday. (Linda Moody photo)

Harbison worked at Hobart Bros. in Troy for 26 years, and, before retiring; he also umpired girls fast-pitch and boys baseball for 35 years all over Darke County.

When his sons were younger, he was a Scoutmaster for their Boy Scout

troop for ďŹ ve or six years.

He said it was at one of Greenville Senior Citizens gathering that he learned that Ansonia Senior Citizens played cards once a week. “My brother Wayne and I started going there,� he said.

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GREENVILLE – Friends of Noah Back will partner with Youth for Christ to present “An Evening with Noah� on Saturday, June 22 at Greenville’s St. Clair Memorial Hall. Tickets are $5.

Back is a young local entertainer from West Alexandria. He ďŹ rst started performing in public at the age of 12, so he has been delighting audiences for half his life. His major musical inuences were John Denver, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and the Bee Gees.

When asked what kind of music he likes to play, he always says, “My favorite music to play is whatever you want to hear.� His repertoire is made up of songs from the 20’s to the present and includes ballads, folk music, a little country and inspirational music.

Back began his career in Yellow Springs, which remains one of his favorite places to play. He sang in Greenville over 30 times last summer. Besides performing at restaurants, festivals, fairs, coffee houses, concert venues and churches, he does many private events. These include weddings, funerals, and graduation, birthday and holiday parties. He has performed in Chicago, Nashville and Pittsburgh, and in May he was invited to play at City Market in Charleston, South Carolina for the third year in a row.

Back is small in stature, but there is nothing small about his voice. People who hear him for the ďŹ rst time are amazed by its richness, depth and range. It runs the gamut from the high, sweet notes of “Mary, Did You Know?â€? to the deep, gravelly sounds of “Friends in Low Placesâ€? and some of Elvis’s songs. Besides singing, Noah yodels, whistles and plays keyboard, harmonica and several guitars.

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Romer’s Catering & Entertainment continues growing and serving ST. HENRY – Romer’s Catering & Entertainment Facilities is a family owned business consisting of five venues in St. Henry, Celina, Greenville and Piqua and they also own and operate Overdrive Entertainment in Celina.

Paired with their award winning catering service, Romer’s Catering is a Preferred Caterer at the Lima’s Veteran Memorial Civic Center, Fort Piqua Plaza, Grand Plaza in Wapak, Winchester Towne & Community Centre and several more. They have been in business since 1974, giving them over 40 years of experience.

Neil and Karen Romer started with a “mom & pop” grocery store in Burkettsville in 1974. The Romer’s were successful small town grocers; however, as time endured with the growth of large super stores, the reality of the small town store needed to change.

The catering started out of the back of their grocery store when Neil was asked to prepare fried chicken for the Mother/Daughter banquet at their church.

The ladies so enjoyed the meal that Neil was asked to prepare some of his fried chicken for a 40th wedding anniversary gathering.

In 1986 Romer’s started catering out of the back of the grocery in a one stove kitchen. Their only advertising was by word of mouth for several years, and in 1990 they made their catering official by advertising on the grocery store sign.

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The unprecedented success of the St. Henry venue sparked the need for a second location in the Celina market. With their son Jason by their side, the company was now offering exceptional experiences for clients and guests on the other side of Mercer County. Servicing Celina and surrounding communities proved to be a wise investment as they were courted to build a new facility by Grand Lake St. Mary’s; becoming Romer’s at Westlake in January 2004.

Spreading the excellent service and unwavering quality reputation throughout the surrounding counties, Jason Romer purchased and renovated a building on the circle in downtown Greenville in Darke County in September 2005. With the St. Henry kitchen still doing all the food preparation for all locations and delivering to north, and now south, worked out extremely well.

With the success experienced in the catering and banquet business; in 2008 Jason Romer had the opportunity to purchase the former Carousel on St. Rt. 127, just outside of Coldwater. This facility is the largest of the Romer’s fleet boasting 18,600 sq. ft. inside and 20,000 sq.

DCVB and MSG unveil Restaurant Week theme GREENVILLE – The Darke County Visitors Bureau and Main Street Greenville recently unveiled the theme for Darke County’s second annual restaurant week, “Pizza & Pints.” Pizza & Pints will take place from Feb. 17-23 at five participating restaurants around the county.

Diners will be able to enjoy pizza and beerthemed specials during that week. When they eat out, they’ll be able to earn punches on a punch card – three punches earn an entry in a drawing for a $100 gift card to a participating restaurant of their choice.

The five participating restaurants are The Bistro Off Broadway in Greenville, The Don’s Pizza in Greenville, The Whistle Stop in Ansonia, The Merchant House in Greenville, and Michael Anthony’s at the Inn in Versailles.

“We have so many terrific, locally-owned restaurants in the county that make a promotion like this really fun to put

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In Ohio, the restaurant industry makes a significant contribution to the overall tourism economy.

Restaurants add $16 billion to the state’s economy and support over 500,000 jobs. In Ohio, the overall tourism economy is a $44 billion industry, with a nearly $75 million annual impact in Darke County.

“We’re excited to once again partner with the Darke County Visitors Bureau on a Restaurant Week to highlight local businesses,” said Main Street Greenville executive director Crysta Bloomingdale. “Pizza & Pints is a fun and affordable way to shake off the winter blues, try something new, and support independently owned restaurants.”

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Single story. 1 car detached garage. No pets/Metro. $550 mo/ deposit. 564-4126 3 BR 1/2 double in Greenville. Large living room, kitchen, dining room. W/d hookup, appl provided. Resident pays utilities, $525/ mo + deposit. No pets, no smoking. 937-5482397 Commercial building 3300 sq ft, 3 overhead doors (1-12 ft height) waiting area, floor lift, two offices, high traffic area with lots of parking. Rent $1000/ deposit. Call 937-4592616 or 937-459-2615 after 5pm House in Greenville, 3 BR, 2 full baths. Background check required.

937-564-7181 1 BR upstairs apt.

Stove & frig included. $375/mo. No Pets. No Metro. 548-9600

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2 BR apt. Range, refrigerator, w/d hookup. $435 + deposit & utilities. 112 Sweitzer St, Greenville.

No Pets. 937-548-2108 IN GETTYSBURG 1/2 double at 101 George St. 2 bedrooms both up; washer/dryer hookup in basement. $350 per month plus $350 Security Deposit plus utilities (Vectren/DP&L/water bill minimum $50 per month). NO PETS! Not Metropolitan approved.

Call 548-9940 for Rental Application 2 bedroom downtown Greenville apartment includes washer/dryer, refrigerator, and stove.

Rent $400 deposit and references required.

Call 937-459-2616 or 937-459-2615 after 5pm G’ville. Very Nice 2 BR duplex, w/garage in country. Central air, w/d hookup. No pets/smoking. $525/mo. 5482 Villa Ct. 548-5053

EARLY BIRD CLASSIFIED ADS

Unless you have an open account with Brothers Publishing Company, payment for business line ads must be in our office by noon on Thursday for your ad to appear in Sunday’s Early Bird.

You may also place your ad and use your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Cards. These ads may be phoned in by calling (937) 548-3330. Fax: (937) 548-3376.

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ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES HIRING MANAGEMENT STAFF • Meal Program • Uniform & Shoes Provided • Guaranteed 48 hrs/Week • Flexible Scheduling • 4 paid sick days after 6 months

We are looking for highlymotivated, smiling faces with an energetic drive to succeed. Experience helpful, but not necessary.

Training Program available Applications available in store.

Resumes for Management Opportunities being accepted. Please Send at: 419 N. Wagner Ave. Greenville, OH 45331 No phone calls please EOE

CREW POSITIONS AVAILABLE ALL SHIFTS • $8.55 per hour • Uniforms Provided • Guaranteed 28 hrs/Week • Can Work Around Prior Schedules • Meal Program We are looking for highlymotivated, smiling faces with an energetic drive to succeed. Applications available in store or apply online.

Resumes for Management Opportunities being accepted. Please Send at: 419 N. Wagner Ave. Greenville, OH 45331 No phone calls please EOE

Currently Hiring • Dietary Aides • STNAs • Hospitality Aides • LPNs & RNs

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We offer competitive compensation and benefit packages

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For ad to appear in the following weekend’s Early Bird, order blank with payment must be received in our office NO LATER THAN NOON THURSDAY!

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus for STNA’s VHRCC will sponsor 3 individuals to go through STNA classes 5-Star Nursing Home with friendly, & home-like environment To apply please call 937.526.5570 or stop in at 200 Marker Rd. Versailles OH 45380 for an application 200 Marker Rd. • Versailles OH 45380 (937) 526-5570 • www.versailleshealthcare.com

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EARLY BIRD CLASSIFIEDS WORK! 1-800-548-5312 PIC

Birchwood Genetics, Inc. – Synergy GTC is now on FIRST SHIFT! We have a Production Technician position available at our West Manchester, Oh facility.

Responsibilities include care and feeding of boars, collection of product, cleaning and routine maintenance of barn equipment. Livestock experience is preferred. ©

This is a high-health herd with strict bio-security.

Contact with other swine is not permitted. $13 per hour starting wage and an excellent benefits package including health insurance, over 3 weeks paid time off, 401K, and much more.

EOE. For information about the position call: 615-426-5800 or to apply please email your resume to: careers@genusplc.com

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE STREET LABORER POSITION

The Village of Versailles is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Street Laborer. This is a full-time hourly compensated position who under general direction, performs a variety tasks in maintaining public streets, sewer and water systems, and Village properties.

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), and a valid Ohio Driver’s License. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a Class A endorsement must be acquired by the end of a six (6) month probationary period. The beginning hourly rate of compensation will be determined by the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The Village of Versailles maintains a Grade/Step Hourly Compensation Program and offers an excellent benefits and retirement program. Please submit application and resume to Rodd Hale, Village Administrator, Village of Versailles, 177 North Center Street, Versailles, Ohio 45380. Applications may be obtained by contacting the Village offices at (937) 526-3294. A copy of the Village’s Street Laborer Job Description is available upon request. Interested individuals are asked to submit an application and resume by February 28, 2019. The Village of Versailles is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SERVICES OFFERED LANDSCAPING SERVICES - Spring & Fall Cleanup. Bed Maintenance, Edging, Mulching, Shrub Trimming, New Landscaping. Free Estimates. Gettysburg Outdoor since 1999!

888-834-1549 MOWING, large or small jobs. Also Landscaping, Shrub Trimming, Spraying/Fertilizing, Snow Removal.

Reasonable rates. References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for Justin HELP WANTED Full-time Delivery Driver/Outside Material Handler – construction knowledge preferred; must be able to lift 50+ lbs often. Driver’s license required, CDL preferred. Benefits & Health Insurance provided. Apply in person with resume or fill out application at Flaig Lumber, 217 W Wayne St, New Madison, OH Full or part-time Carpenter. Minimum 2 years experience. 5482307 L ANDSCAPE/L AWN CARE Multiple positions available. Send resume to Crowell Lawn Service, PO Box 141, Greenville, OH 45331 or email cls45331@ gmail.com

HELP WANTED Bach To Rock Music is looking for an energetic person interested in a Part-Time Position to work on weekends and possibly more during peak times of the year. Person should have some knowledge of Musical Instruments and have the ability to work with customers, operate a computer and cash register. General duties include selling, taking inventory, and cleaning. This position would be perfect for a retiree who is wanting to earn some extra cash. DO NOT APPLY IN PERSON! ONLY Mailed in Resumes WILL BE CONSIDERED. No Phone Calls, Please. Send resume to: Bach To Rock Music, 334 South Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331 or e-mail bachtorock@ earthlink.net

A. Brown & Sons Nursery, Inc. located near Phillipsburg, OH, is looking for a Part-Time/ Full-Time Bookkeeper.

Cash Disbursements, cash receipts, Payroll processing, etc. Have some experience in accounting software and Microsoft Office Pro and is willing to learn. Looking for a candidate who is organized, detail-oriented, flexible, and who uses good judgement and discretion. Benefits: retirement plan, vacation(and insurance if full-time). Email resume to accounting@ brownsnursery.com.

Phone 937-884-5826 STYLIST BOOTH OPENING Have room for 2 to 3 independent stylists. D & Co. Stylist, call for more info 937947-2051, leave message & phone number; will call back as soon as possible

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Rental Homes Available Too! Sherwood Forest Mobile Home Community 937-548-9898 www.parkbridgehomes.com

211 Windermere Drive, Greenville, OH

211 Windermere is the right side of the duplex, large side yard

FOR SALE BY OWNER: 2 Bedroom/2 bath home with sunroom, open floorplan with 2 car garage. Large lot, ¼ acre. Built in 1997, duplex in Berkshire Terrace Condo Association. 1486 sq. ft per Darke County tax records. New roof in 2011, new A/C and furnace (gas) in 2012.

2018 taxes $1,336.74, HOA $50 per month (snow removal and lawn care). Available for showing March 1st through 7th. $149,900 Call 937 499 3568.

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DRIVERS WANTED Part Time

Dedicated Local Routes home daily

Class A-CDL with Tanker endorsement Transporting milk No farm pickups 23 years of age - minimum 2 Years Tractor-Trailer experience Cross Country Express, Inc. Arcanum, OH (937) 546-8577

Well maintained brick ranch at the edge of town.

Large great room with cathedral ceiling and a gas fireplace to cozy up to with a glass of wine. Kitchen offers cherry cabinets, granite counter top, an island with stainless appliances. Nice pantry with plenty of shelves and spice rack. Master bedroom has his and her walk-in closets and remodeled bathroom.

Updates; water heater, flooring, paint throughout, front door, storm door, garage door opener, microwave, garbage disposal and gas fireplace.

The backyard is fenced in and offers a shed for your outside tools.

(780834) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Melissa Rosenbeck.

HELP WANTED Responsible & dependable individuals needed to deliver Early Birds. Walking & Motor Routes in All Areas.

Insurance required for motor routes. If you are interested, please contact Becky at 937-5470851, 937-548-3330 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer.

UCM Residential Services, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, is seeking compassionate and responsible nurses to provide a high quality of clinical care to enhance the quality of life of the individuals living within the facility. Licensed Practical Nurses Full/Parttime - 12 hour shifts 5 pm – 5:30 am & 4 hour shift on Wednesdays – starting wage of $21.00 an hour with considerations for experience + $1.00 shift differential and $2.00 weekend differential.

Competitive benefits.

Must have valid Ohio Nursing License. Experience desired, but not required. Apply in person at 400 South Melvin-Eley Avenue, Union City, Ohio 45390 or visit our website at ucmresidentialservices.com.

Further inquiries may contact Shannon or Rachel at 937-968-6265 Massage Therapist needed for growing business in Versailles.

Reasonable rent w/ possible bonuses. 937423-1219 Experienced seasonal Dump Truck Drivers needed. Class A/B licenses w/good driving record. Call or text Greg at 937-459-9131

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WANTS ANY TYPE OF: • Carpentry Work • Room Additions • Garages • Siding • Foundation Replacement • Crawl Space Work • Restoration • Roofs/Re-Roofs FREE ESTIMATES

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Glick’s Construction, Inc, locally owned & operated construction company with over 20 years in business, looking for reliable, self-motivated, hardworking individuals who are willing to learn & grow with our company. Skills beneficial but not required. Must have valid driver’s license. Call 547-3051 or 937-603-2007 GUITAR INSTRUCTOR - Bach To Rock Music is looking for a Guitar Instructor to teach at our store. We have a nice studio in the lower floor. Instructor should have some knowledge of sight reading of music & being able to teach theory. The sky is the limit to how many students you want to teach. Saturdays are completely open for teaching. Call or stop in at Bach To Rock Music, 937-547-1970 A. Brown & Sons Nursery, Inc. located near Phillipsburg, Ohio, is looking for a full-time Shipping Coordinator.

The shipping coordinator will be responsible for customer correspondence, communications, with logistics, companies, preparing appropriate paperwork, and other tasks as necessary. Benefits: Retirement Plan, Vacation, Insurance. If you are interested please send your resume directly to sales@brownsnursery.com. Phone 937-884-5826

HELP WANTED Veterinary Clinic is adding 2 positions. Need two permanent parttime Kennel Workers.

They must love pets.

Duties include walking pets, feeding, cleaning cages, cleaning of hospital including laundry, dishes, sweep & mop floors, local shopping for supplies. Also light yard work & snow shoveling. Must be able to work independently & lift 45#. Must have reliable transportation. First Position will work mornings; hours are Monday - Friday 6:30am-11am. Second Position will work evening & alternating weekends - hours are Monday & Tuesday 6pm-10pm.

Weekend hours are Friday 6pm-10pm, Saturday & Sunday mornings 7am-11am and Saturday & Sunday evenings 6pm-10pm. Both positions’ hours include holidays and required flexibility in scheduling.

Starting pay is minimum wage, increased based on experience. Please include which position applying for on resume.

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Enclosed patio on back + porch & large yard. #4583 MLS 782656 A PLACE TO LIVE + INCOME! A 2 BR mobile home, a 1 BR house & a 28x60 metal barn with a 1 BR apartment + room for workshop or garage. MLS 781493 #4567 PRICE HAS BEEN REDUCED! 2-ST home w/4 BR. LRM. Extra room for storage on back. 1-car detached garage. #4581 MLS 778736

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3 Bed, 1 bath, fenced in yard, 2 sheds. Newer furnace and water heater.

(778619) OUT OF GREENVILLE 210 Baker St. Pitsburg NEW LISTING $189,900.

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“OPEN TODAY! 1-2:30” 104 BELAIR - This tri-level features 2 fireplaces; hickory cabinets and corian countertops; hardwood floors in 3 bedrooms; heated garage and MORE! Close to park and shopping! $169,000. ____________________________________ IN WAYNE LAKES great business opportunity! This commercial building at 1052 Main Drive has over 2700 sq. ft. M/L with open space for showroom and retail! Metal roofing and siding; concrete floors; half bath; totally insulated; 20x30 garage with 14’ overhead door. 2+ acres. $129,900.

IN NORTH END OF GREENVILLE this 3 bedroom brick ranch at 1229 Northmoor has 2 car attached garage. $115,000.

4 ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! Can be divided!

Call Joe for additional information!

5 ACRES M/L with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 3433 Stingley Road! 4 car attached garage PLUS 24x30 building! Scenic creek running through property! $250,000.

SPLIT BEDROOM design in this 3 bedroom 2 bath brick ranch at 602 Magnolia! Gas fireplace; stainless steel appliances; oak cabinets; walk-in closets in 2 bedrooms. $235,000.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING at 1185 Wayne Avenue has over 7,000 sq. ft. that features 5 units with offices! Ample parking! Previously used as a medical building. $365,000.

IN BRADFORD this 1½ story home at 135 E. Church Street has 2 bedrooms; 2 car detached block garage. Miami County. Mid 40s.

IN PITSBURG at 222 Lumber Street this 3 bedroom home has a 24x9 enclosed porch; 18x11 utility building. Mid 50s.

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AUTOMOTIVE 2015 Fiesta, 74,000 $6995. 2009 Focus, 77,000 $5995. 2008 Torrent $6495. 2006 Dakota $5995. 2008 Mariner 4x4 $6995.

2015 Soul, 5 speed $8995. 2006 Colorado crew $7995. 2002 TrailBlazer 4x4 $2995.

CountryAutoSalesGreenville.com 5481337 2002 Ford Taurus, A-1 mechanically, good tires, some rust, interior like new. First $1000.

937-692-5446 WANTED TO BUY Cars/Trucks, running or not UP TO $500.

Free pick-up. 937423-2703 or 937-6215809 NO SUNDAY OR HOLIDAY CALLS BUYING Flutes, Saxophones, Trombones, Trumpets in good condition, Yamaha, Selmer, King, Conn.

ALSO buying OLD GUITARS, Banjos, Mandolins & Amplifiers. Bring them to Bach to Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH for an offer. 937-547-1970, email: bachtorock@ earthlink.net

HOUSEHOLD Corner TV cabinet $30 OBO. 937-448-2181 WANTED TO RENT WANTED FARMGROUND TO RENT: $260/acre, SPRING PAYMENT, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. (937) 564-6351 MISC. FOR SALE Poplar Shaker Style new cabinet doors, quantity: 20. Unfinished, various sizes. 937-416-7961 PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements.

JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock@earthlink. net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!

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Now Over 190 channels for ONLY $49.99/ mo! HBO-FREE for one year, FREE Installation, FREE Streaming, FREE HD. Add Internet for $14.95 a month.

1-800-219-1271 GARAGE SALES Indoor Winter Sale!

1125 Parkway Dr, Greenville, corner of Rhoades; Sat, Feb 23; 9-3; Regardless of Weather!

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Chapter celebrates National FFA Week VERSAILLES – The Versailles FFA Chapter is celebrating National FFA Week Feb. 16-23.

The theme this year is Just One, where more than half a million members around the nation will participate in National FFA Week activities at the local and state levels.

The focus of National FFA Week is to tell the community and the country about the great opportunities available through FFA. As a part of National FFA Week, Versailles FFA members had inserts in local church bulletin. To start the week off on Monday, the FFA will be assisting with OSU Pesticide training hosted by OSU, and the FFA will be visiting the Ronald McDonald House, Children’s Hospital, and St. Vincent DePaul to drop off leftover toys and do some community service work.

The FFA has also planned theme days, daily FFA and Ag trivia for the high school and middle school students with prizes for the winners. They will also have a daily FFA appreciation day to show thanks to various groups around the Versailles schools like the bus driver, custodians, and cooks.

The Versailles FFA

also has several career development event practices, will conduct Companions and PALS, play FFA Bingo, make Blankets for Children’s Hospital, have a member breakfast to thank fruit sellers, conduct a coloring contest, award seniors with goodie bags and show appreciation to teachers with a staff breakfast and goodie bags on Friday. The Versailles FFA will also conduct an FFA Meeting with officer elections, alumni meeting, middle school ag and junior high FFA, participate in eighth grade recruitment, and serve the community an omelet breakfast on Feb 23.

The Versailles FFA also looks forward to a chapter visit from State FFA Secretary Tyler Zimpfer, and will collect Youth Farm Displays for the omelet breakfast.

Versailles FFA members are the leaders of tomorrow and are dedicated to community service activities like the can food drive, toys for tots, and nursing home visits. Whether it’s working with elementary children or serving as a chapter officer, FFA members make a positive difference on those around them.

They are successoriented students who are driven to achieve their goals.

FFA builds leaders, and leaders impact the future.

FFA members have opportunities to attend national leadership conferences, start their own businesses, and apply for awards and scholarships.

Through classroom instruction and hands-on learning, agricultural education and FFA are making a positive difference in the lives of students.

FFA members are our future engineers, scientists, teachers and pro-

ducers. One of every five Americans are employed in the food, fiber and natural resources industries, and FFA members are preparing for one of those 300 careers in agriculture.

National FFA Week is sponsored

by Tractor Supply Company and RAM as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.

For more information about National FFA Week, visit www. ffa.org/ffaweek or contact the Versailles FFA Chapter, Dena Wuebker, (937) 526-4427 or dena.wuebker@vtigers.org.

GREENVILLE CITY 2017 Financial Statement

The 2017 basic financial statement for the City of Greenville is on file in the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio and can be examined between the hours of 8:00 — 4:30 Monday through Thursday and 8:00 — 1:00 on Friday. The statement can also be viewed on the Auditor of State’s website www.auditor.state.oh.us Roxanne Willman, City Auditor 2/10, 2/17 2T In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio In the Matter of Issuance of a Certificate of Title for 1996 Chevrolet 3500 Case No. 19CVT00050 Notice of Hearing To Ramone Benevitez, or other persons having any interest in the following described motor vehicle: You will take notice that an application for issuance of title has been filed by Matthew Isaacs for the following motor vehicle: 1996 Chevrolet 3500 Serial No. 1GBKC34FXTJ104854 The application will be considered by Judge Jonathan P. Hein, Darke County Common Pleas Court, on March 11, 2019, at 8:30 a.m. Any persons having an interest in said motor vehicle should appear at the hearing and prove their interest therein of the title issuance will be granted as requested.

Jonathan P. Hein, Judge Matthew Isaacs, Applicant 2/10, 2/17 2T

Versailles officers are (front row) Toby George, treasurer; Deanna Hesson, secretary; Grace McEldowney, historian; Courtney Batten, reporter; Cole Luthman, sentinel, (back row) Caden Buschur, parliamentarian; Jacob Wuebker, president; Marcus Berger, vice president; and Dallas Hess, student advisor.

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CITY OF GREENVILLE On February 5, 2019, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation:  Ordinance #19-10 supplemental appropriations  Resolution #19-11 authorizing the Public Transportation Director to purchase through the Ohio Department of Transportation, state administrative services, in conjunction with the 2020 grant proposal, certain equipment used in connection with the City Public Transportation program  Resolution #19-12 authorizing submission of proposal(s) with the Ohio Department of Transportation for grants for other than urbanized areas the Ohio Elderly and Disabled Transit Fare Assistance program and execution of a contract with the Ohio Department of Transportation upon grant proposal acceptance for calendar year 2020  Resolution #19-13 authorizing the Mayor to advertise for bids and enter into contract for the rendering of Public Transportation Services  Resolution #19-14 authorizing the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Hull & Associates, Inc. for the rendering of professional consulting services  Resolution #19-15 authorizing contract for storm sewer repair in the industrial park  Resolution #19-16 authorizing accepting the bid for the Water Treatment Plant removal & disposal of lime sludge  Resolution #19-17 for pick-up contribution to the voluntary purchase of service credit to the Ohio Fire Department Pension fund  Resolution #19-18 for pick-up contribution to the voluntary purchase of service credit to the Ohio Police Department Pension fund This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday.

Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director Vicki Harris, Clerk of Council City of Greenville 2/10, 2/17 2T

DARKE COUNTY SHERIFF’S ESTATE SALES

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 937-547-4603 OR GO TO WWW.DARKECOUNTYSHERIFF.ORG Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

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

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

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

Ditech Financial VS. No. 18CV00270 Beverly Pierce, et al.

US Bank VS. No. 18CV00250 Pamela Gillespie, et al.

PNC Bank VS. No. 18CV00428 Ashley Lear, et al.

JPMorgan Chase VS. No. 18CV00380 Jack & Janet Keiser, et al.

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the City of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Adams in Darke County to-wit:

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Harrison in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 215 Hiddeson Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235020613700

Street Address: 7105 St. Rt. 49 N Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021222000030200

Street Address: 6893 Smith Rd. Bradford, Ohio Parcel Number: A01040929000010800

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $64,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $72,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $61,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

Street Address: 405 Hollansburg Arcanum Hollansburg, Ohio Parcel Number: G28011005000020400

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

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

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

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

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

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

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

Lakeview Loan VS. No. 18CV00307 Amy Godown, et al.

Wells Fargo Bank VS. No. 18CV00369 Nathaniel Reser, et al.

PNC Bank VS. No. 18CV00407 Robbie Henninger, et al.

Greenville National Bank VS. No. 18CV00190 Timothy Cole, et al.

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Hollansburg in Darke County to-wit:

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the City of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Adams in Darke County to-wit:

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 22, 2019, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Neave in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 175 N. Main St. Hollansburg, Ohio Parcel Number: G30211005040412901

Street Address: 118 N. Main St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221234010111400

Street Address: 6941 Requarth Rd. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: A02031028000020200

Street Address: 3860 St. Rt. 121 Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: L82121127040111300

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $62,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $49,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $46,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $39,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 8, 2019. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/3, 2/10, 2/17 3T

General Information The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property.

The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes.

Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.governmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville.

All sales begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Bidding information Bidding starts as directed in each sale ad. Successful bidders must deposit in the following: If appraised value of property is less than or equal to $10,000 the deposit is $2,000.00; $10,001 - $200,000 the deposit is $5,000.00; greater than $200,000 the deposit is $10,000.00.

Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price is due within 30 days after confirmation of sale is filed.

More Information You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

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Light Foundation Youth Turkey Hunt

FM kindergarten registration is March 6

GREENVILLE – The Light Foundation is preparing for its annual Youth Wild Turkey Hunt.

The event will take place during Ohio’s Youth Turkey Season April 12-14. The

life? The essays are anonymously graded, and the top 16 essays are selected to join them for the hunt. Participants will spend all weekend with them at the Chenoweth Trails facility where they provide gun safety and proper gun cleaning training, several other outdoor activities, youth leadership, sleeping headquarters, meals, and turkey hunting fundamentals.

They will provide professional guides, guns, ammo, camo gear, turkey calls, hunting blinds, chairs, and more, but bagging a bird will be up to the youth.

PITSBURG – Franklin Monroe Elementary kindergarten registration for the 20192020 school year is scheduled for Wednesday, March 6, in the cafetorium at 6 p.m. and will last until approximately 7 p.m.

Parents are encouraged to bring their kindergartenaged child. Please

GREENVILLE – The 2019 Darke County Walk to End Alzheimer’s will hold a kickoff party on Wednesday, Feb. 20, where attendees can learn about the upcoming walk and how they can get involved.

The kickoff party will be from 5:30-

7:30 p.m. at The Bistro off Broadway, 117 E. 5th St. Greenville. At the party, participants can sign up to lead a walk team or volunteer to serve on the walk planning committee. Those interested in becoming a walk sponsor are also encouraged to attend.

Kristi Strawser, 2019 Darke County Walk Chair, said “We are so excited to invite the community out to raise awareness for this disease and to get more support as we move forward with our plans for the upcoming Darke County Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on Sept. 7.”

All funds raised through the Walk to End Alzheimer’s further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association.

The Alzheimer’s Association Miami Valley Chapter serves a nine-county region, including Darke County. Last year about 30,000 people in the region were living with Alzheimer’s. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S. and the only

last call for entries as the application and essay deadline is March 1. The application can be found online at www.mattlight72.com.

Every year, they invite males and

females, first-time hunters and youth gobbler pros from ages 12-17 who reside in Darke County to apply. The essay topic this year is how has having a hobby affected your

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Collection of over 50 matted, under glass, framed, artist signed and numbered, limited edition offset lithographs on 100% acid free paper. Prints include scenes from the 40’s through the 70’s of many memorable historical baseball moments captured in vivid color and ready to display. Players include Mantle, Demagio, Williams, Robinson, Granger, Bench, Babe Ruth, Cincinnati Reds, and many more. Terms: This is an Internet Online bidding auction only, there will be NO LIVE ONSITE auction. Bidding is available online only via www.proxibid.com. A 15% buyer’s premium will be applied to all purchases. Visit www.midwest-auctioneers.com for complete info and pictures of items selling.

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Essential Everyday 12 oz. reg. 2.69

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Dannon 4 Pack 16 oz.

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Blue Bonnet 1 lb. reg. 1.19 Soft Spread

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Tropicana 52 oz. reg. 4.79 ORANGE JUICE 3.49 ea ................................................

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Hunt’s 24 oz.

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and custody papers (if applicable).

In the event of inclement weather that evening, we will reschedule. Please check their website for a cancellation at www.fmelementary.com.

Crow earns MU degree OXFORD – Rebecca Crow of Laura was among more than 1,000 students from Miami University who received degrees during fall com-

mencement exercises Friday, Dec. 14, 2018, at Millett Hall.

Crow graduated with a Master of Arts degree, majoring in Biology.

disease among the top 10 causes that cannot be cured, prevented or even slowed. Additionally, more than 16 million family and friends provide care to people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in the U.S.

PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

SATURDAY MARCH 16, 2019 10:00 AM 8527 GRAW RD ARCANUM, OH 45304

We will be offering, at auction, 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow style home with detached 1 car garage and work shop. Home consists of 840 square feet with 4 rooms and enclosed porch area. Home has wood floors and is heated with electric baseboard heat.

Property taxes will be short form proration until day of closing and seller reserves right of confirmation of final bid. Terms: $2,500.00 earnest money deposit day of auction, with balance due at closing within 30 days of auction. Shown by appointment.

Ron Crist 937-417-4799 Dave Fine 937-423-2002 Lyle Bixler Realty 937-692-5139 Make your inspection-Arrange financing-Attend auction-Bid your price

MICHAEL BERTE ESTATE-MARSHA DUVALL ADMIN. Margaret Hayes Attorney Darke Co. Probate 18-1-277 Ron Crist Auctioneer Agent for Lyle Bixler Realty

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FRENCH BREAD PIZZAS 2.49ea ................................................

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Mike Baker Auctioneer/Broker 220 E. 4th St., Greenville, OH

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are reminded they need to bring their child’s birth certificate, social security card, immunization records, proof of residency (copy of utility bill, bank statement, lease agreement, etc.)

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The students will be able to meet the kindergarten teachers.

Children being registered for kindergarten must be five years of age

by Aug. 1, 2019 to be eligible to enter. Parents registering children

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MISSING YOUR EARLY BIRD? Please call or email on Monday morning if you did not receive your Early Bird by Midnight on Saturday.

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Conservation Camp counselors needed GREENVILLE – Darke Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is seeking responsible, energetic high school and college students to serve as counselors for the inaugural Conservation Day Camp at Chenoweth Trails on June 12 and 13. These counselors will serve as guides

for the groups of elementary students or as helpers for one of the activity stations.

The goal of this camp is to provide students the opportunity to get outside and learn about how their daily actions affect wildlife, water, soil and the people around them.

Serving as a camp

counselor is a way to develop leadership, responsibility and teamwork skills.

It is also a great way to build a leadership portfolio for future goals such as 4-H Camp Counselor, Junior Fair Board member and applications for college, scholarships and jobs. Application forms are

available online at www.darkeswcd. com or at the Darke SWCD office located at 1117 Southtowne Ct. in Greenville. The application deadline is April 19 at 4 p.m.

For information, contact the Darke SWCD office at (937) 548-1715 ext. 3 or email Elizabeth.farver@darkeswcd.com.

Shiverdecker gives program at OPRA GREENVILLE – Deb Shiverdecker, administrative assistant for Darke County Park District, was selected to present an education seminar at the annual Ohio Parks and Recreation Association (OPRA) conference at the Kalahari Resort and Conference Center in Sandusky.

The presentation is titled, “Let the Reviewing Begin! Basic Grant Planning and Writing.”

After working in public accounting for many years, Deb applied for a position at Darke County Parks after a friend

told her “I know of a job opening and they need you.” She has been with the Park District for almost 14 years. She is responsible for financial, budget and board reporting, planning and managing events, administering the Community Parks Improvement Grant program and assisting the director in the development of the cross county Tecumseh Trail that will eventually connect Ohio trails to the Indiana trail system.

She served as the parks’ liaison to the Citizens for Darke

Deb Shiverdecker

County Parks committee during their last levy campaign.

She writes and administers many of the grants that provide extra support to the Park District including all of their trail grants.

In her “spare time” she often dons period costumes at Park sponsored historical events, helps make maple syrup

and represents the Darke County Parks at various meetings and events.

Deb is proud to be able to represent the Park District at the conference and to hopefully share some tips and information to help her peers in the parks and recreation field.

“I am passing along things that I wish I had known when I started learning to write grants on my own,” she said. She was supported in this project by local grant writer and funding specialist Susan Laux of Mote and Associates, Inc. in Greenville.

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Pancake Breakfast BRADFORD – The Bradford Lions and the Bradford Athletic Boosters are having a Pancake and Sausage Day on Saturday, Feb. 23. Serving will be from 7 a.m. to noon in the Bradford School Auditeria.

The menu consists of “all you can eat pancakes” served with sau-

sage, scrambled eggs, and applesauce, including beverage. The cost is $7 for adults, $6 for students, and children 5 and under eat for free.

Profits will be split between the two groups with the Lions giving a scholarship, and the Boosters supporting the athletic department.

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2018 CHEVY TAHOE LT 4X4, 5.3L V8, leather, all power, like new, blue, 45,670 miles......................... $45,995 .........$44,500 2017 CHEVY EQUINOX PREMIER FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 43,234 miles ........................................................................................................................ $22,995 .........$21,900 2017 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO DOUBLE CAB LT 4WD P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, like new, red, 15,463 miles ........................................................................................................................... $33,995 .........$32,500 2017 CHEVY EQUINOX PREMIER FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., heated leather, loaded, like new, gray, 38,202 miles .......................................................................................................................... $23,995 .........$22,500 2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN GT,, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., gray, 48,378 miles .......... $19,995 .........$18,500 2017 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, super nice, gray, 41,156 miles ........ $19,995 .........$18,900 2017 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, black, 27,111 miles .......... $20,995 .........$19,900 2017 CHEVY TAHOE LT 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., black, 56,673 miles ..................... $39,995 .........$38,500 2017 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN GT,, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, black, 47,084 miles ........ $22,995 .........$21,500 2016 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, one owner, exc. cond., maroon, 50,539 miles .................................................................................................................... $20,995 .........$19,500 2016 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, one owner, exc. cond., blue, 42,918 miles ....................................................................................................... $30,995 .........$29,900 2015 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT EXT. CAB 4x4 P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, one owner, very nice, silver, 30,797 miles ........................................................................................................ $29,995 .........$28,500 2015 CHEVY EQUINOX LT AWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 41,734 miles......................................................................................................................... $16,995 .........$15,900 2015 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB, 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., red, 38,156 miles ......................................................................................................... $31,995 .........$30,500 2015 NISSAN ROUGE SV AWD, 2.5L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, exc. cond., silver, 77,849 miles ..... $17,995 .........$16,900 2015 GMC ½ TON SIERRA SLE EXT CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, Z71 Suspension, one owner, loaded, like new, black, 33,792 miles ......................................................................................................... $31,995 .........$30,900 2015 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO CREW CAB LT 4WD P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, one owner, loaded, super nice, silver, 44,363 miles ...................................................................................................... $31,995 .........$29,900 2014 GMC ½ TON SIERRA SLE CREW CAB 2WD P.U., 4.3L V6, all power, very nice, black, 100,757 miles ...................................................................................................................... $22,995 .........$21,900 2014 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT DOUBLE CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, super nice, black, 41,386 miles...................................................................................................... $27,995 .........$26,900 2014 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, leather, loaded, exc. cond., red, 45,561 miles ......................................................................................................... $30,995 .........$29,500 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, one owner, loaded, super nice, crystal red, 53,627 miles ................................................................................................................ $20,995 .........$19,500 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 73,764 miles .. $17,995 .........$16,900 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, exc. cond., crystal red, 73,013 miles .. $18,995 .........$17,900 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, sunroof, loaded, super nice, white, 71,441 miles ........................................................................................................................ $18,995 .........$17,500 2013 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, super nice, maroon, 93,966 miles $11,995 .........$10,500 2013 GMC TERRAIN SLE FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, exc. cond., black, 60,758 miles ..... $13,995 .........$12,900 2013 GMC TERRAIN SLT AWD, 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., white, 110,314 miles ...................................................................................................................... $14,995 .........$13,500 2013 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT EXT. CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, exc. cond., maroon, 109,583 miles .................................................................................................................. $19,995 .........$18,900 2013 FORD EXPLORER XLT FWD, 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, one owner, sharp, gray, 78,898 miles .... $18,995 .........$17,500 2011 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO EXT. CAB 4x4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, very nice, blue, 119,819 miles ........................................................................................................................ $15,995 .........$14,900 2011 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, super nice, beige, 51,002 miles ...... $15,995 .........$14,500 2011 CADILLAC SRX LUXURY AWD, 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, all options, super nice, black, 90,041 miles ........................................................................................................................ $13,995 .........$12,500 2009 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, all power, exc. cond., silver, 173,157 miles ....................... $6,995 ...........$5,900 2009 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, all power, very nice, blue, 146,336 miles........................... $8,995 ...........$7,500 2008 HONDA ODYSSEY VAN, 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., silver, 235,438 miles........................ $6,995 ...........$5,900 2008 CHEVY UPLANDER EXT. LS VAN, 3.5L V6, auto, fair cond., silver, 121,275 miles ....................... $5,995 ...........$4,500 2007 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 2WD, P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, good condition, black, 199,709 miles ...................................................................................................................... $10,995 ...........$9,900 2007 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT, EXT. CAB 2WD, P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 141,575 miles .................................................................................................. $11,995 .........$10,500 2006 DODGE RAM 2500 CREW CAB SLT 4X4 P.U., 5.7L Cummins Diesel, Big Horn Edition, lift kit, sharp, silver, 151,582 miles............................................................................................................ $21,995 .........$20,500 2006 GMC ENVOY XL DENALI 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, gray, 199,889 miles....$8,995 ...........$7,500 2006 CHEVY COLORADO Z71 4X4 CREW CAB, 3.5L 5 cyl., all power, good cond., white, 228,586 miles .$8,995 ........... $7,900 2006 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, very nice, black, 102,187 miles ...................................................................................................................... $13,995 .........$12,500 2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS FWD, 3.4L V6, all power, good cond., blue, 139,557 miles........................ $5,995 ...........$4,900 2005 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6 VAN, 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, silver, 149,430 miles ........... $3,996 ...........$2,900 2005 CHEVY ½ TON SUBURBAN LT 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 261,369 miles ........................................................................................................................ $8,995 ...........$7,500

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TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’S

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2005 CADILLAC SRX AWD, 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., diamond white, 154,592 miles ....................................................................................................... $10,995 ...........$9,500 2004 PONTIAC AZTEK FWD, 3.4L V6, loaded, exc. cond., gold, 92,219 miles ...................................... $6,995 ...........$5,900 2004 CHEVY TAHOE Z71 4X4, 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, good cond., beige, 224,739 miles..... $6,995 ...........$5,500 2004 CADILLAC SRX AWD, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 105,466 miles ...................... $7,995 ...........$6,900 2004 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD, 4.2L, 6 cyl., all power, exc. cond., blue, 148,224 miles ............. $6,995 ...........$5,900 2004 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, fair condition, black, 342,618 miles .................................................................................................. $8,995 ...........$7,900 2003 PONTIAC VIBE FWD, 1.8L 4cyl., all power, very nice, red, 204,947 miles ..................................... $3,995 ...........$2,900 2003 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE VAN, 3.4L V6, leather, loaded, fair cond., maroon, 163,782 miles .. $1,995 ..............$900 2003 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 4X4, 4.2L 6 cyl., loaded, good cond., blue, 135,132 miles .................. $5,995 ...........$4,500 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LTZ 4WD, 4.2L 6 cyl., leather, loaded, poor cond,. blue, 197,443 miles ... $1,995 ..............$900 2002 CHEVY ½ TON SUBURBAN LT 4WD, 5.3L, V8, leather, loaded, good cond,. red, 231,470 miles ........................................................................................................................... $7,995 ...........$6,500 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LTZ 4X4, 4.2L, 6 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 215,294 miles .................................................................................................................... $6,995 ...........$5,900 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 2WD, 4 dr., one owner, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 182,686 miles ........................................................................................................................ $9,995 ...........$8,900 2001 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY LXI VAN, 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, very good cond., maroon, 165,697 miles .................................................................................................................... $3,995 ...........$2,500 2001 DODGE DAKOTA SPORT REG CAB 4X4 P.U., 3.9L V6, loaded, fair cond., red, 171,545 miles ... $4,995 ...........$3,900 2001 FORD F150 XLT SUPER CAB 4X4 P.U., 4.6L V8, 5 speed, loaded, good cond., red, 146,376 miles ........................................................................................................................... $5,995 ...........$4,500 2000 CHEVY TAHOE LS 4X4, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 192,922 miles .................... $5,995 ...........$4,900 2000 DODGE DAKOTA SPORT EXT. CAB 4X4 P.U., 4.7L V8, loaded, very nice, white, 167,762 miles ........................................................................................................................ $6,995 ...........$5,900 2000 MERCURY VILLAGER ESTATE VAN, 3.3L V6, leather, loaded, fair cond., maroon, 150,889 miles .................................................................................................................... $2,995 ...........$1,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 160,151 miles..................... $6,995 ...........$5,900

CHEVROLET

2017 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., silver, 46,522 miles .............................. $16,995 .........$15,500 2017 CHEVY MALIBU LS, 4 dr., 1.5L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., silver, 43,214 miles......................... $17,995 .........$16,500 2017 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V8, all power, exc. cond., pepperdust, 40,800 miles .................... $19,995 .........$18,900 2016 CHEVY CRUZE PREMIUM, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, super nice, white, 52,338 miles...................................................................................................... $16,995 .........$15,500 2016 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 1.5L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond,. black, 44,973 miles ......................... $17,995 .........$16,500 2014 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.5L, 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., champagne silver, 54,491 miles ..................................................................................................... $15,995 .........$14,900 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, all power, very nice, gold, 117,523 miles ................................. $8,995 ...........$7,900 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 118,206 miles ...... $11,995 ...........$9,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 167,922 miles ............... $10,995 ...........$9,500 1989 CHEVY CAMARO IROC Z28 COUPE, 5.7L V8, T-Tops, loaded, show car, white, 63,899 miles ........................................................................................................................ $18,995 .........$17,500 1979 CHEVY CAMARO SHOW CAR, 5.7L V8, nicely equipped, super nice, red, 833 miles since restoration ..................................................................................................... $18,995 .........$17,500

OTHER MAKES

2018 CHRYSLER 300 AWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, black, 28,612 miles ........................ $23,995 .........$22,500 2017 HYUNDAI SONATA, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., nicely equipped, exc. cond., gray, 49,823 miles ................ $14,995 .........$13,900 2017 BUICK VERANO, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., white, 52,584 miles ................................. $16,995 .........$15,500 2011 FORD FIESTA SEL, 4 dr., 1.6L 4 cyl., 5 speed, leather, loaded, good cond., white, 156,011 miles ........................................................................................................................ $5,995 ...........$4,500 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING LIMITED CONVERTIBLE, 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, sharp, maroon, 112,081 miles .................................................................................................................... $7,995 ...........$6,500 2008 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, beige, 69,814 miles ........................................................................................................................ $10,995 ...........$9,500 2007 AUDI A4 QUATTRO, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, black, 177,453 miles ........................................................................................................................ $5,995 ...........$4,500 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 191,894 miles ............ $3,995 ...........$2,500 2002 VOLKSWAGON PASSAT STATION WAGON, 1.8L 4 cyl., sunroof, loaded, good cond., gray, 151,325 miles .......................................................................................................................... $4,995 ...........$3,900 1999 FORD MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, sharp, gray, 68,000 miles ........ $10,995 ...........$9,900 1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.9L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, good cond., white, 146,338 miles ........................................................................................................................ $3,995 ...........$2,900 1994 JAGUAR XJS CONVERTIBLE, 4.0L 6 cyl., leather, loaded, show car, maroon, 52,066 miles...... $17,995 .........$16,500

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