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WEEKEND EDITION - FEBRUARY 24, 2019

THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE GREAT DARKE COUNTY FAIR!

Sure Shot Tap House looking to hit bullseye in Downtown Greenville GREENVILLE – A new place to drink, eat, and socialize will be joining the Downtown Greenville landscape in the near future.

Developer Andrew Riffle and father Daryl attended the Feb. 19 Greenville City Council meeting, where council waived having a hearing regarding the Sure

Shot Tap House liquor license and to speak with members regarding the new adventure. This action by council allows the liquor application process to continue towards finalization; barring any unforeseen obstacles.

“A regular at the Whistle Stop in Ansonia shared a

AIM acquires Brothers – Early Bird and Advocate merge GREENVILLE – AIM Media Midwest, LLC (“AIM” or the “Company”) announced today it has acquired the publishing assets of Brothers Publishing Company, LLC (“Brothers”) of Greenville.

Terms of the transaction were not disclosed and it will close at the end of February 2019.

In conjunction with the transaction, AIM announced the merger of operations between The Early Bird and Bluebag Media, previously owned by Brothers, with The Daily Advocate, already owned

by AIM, with both publications and related marketing services serving Greenville and Darke County.

The Early Bird is a free, weekly distribution newspaper and The Daily Advocate is a paid, daily newspaper.

Keith Foutz, current Publisher of The Early Bird, will retain his title and responsibilities and add the same title and responsibilities for The Daily Advocate.

Both publications will continue to be published and Foutz will report directly to Tom Hutson, VP & Group Publisher, at AIM. “Keith Foutz and his dedicated staff, along with wonderful support from his wife Peggy and earlier in conjunction with his brother Fred, have done an extraordinary job in establishing The Early Bird as an important voice and franchise in and around Darke County,” said Jeremy L. Halbreich, Chairman and CEO of AIM Media Management.

“It is a great privilege for us to acquire this publication and we look forward to working directly with Keith for many years to come. We have great admiration for their publication and we are very flattered to have this opportunity to bring together the very best of The Early Bird and The Daily Advocate for the benefit of the entire community. This will strengthen the quality of local journalism throughout Darke County,” he added.

“The Foutz’s have demonstrated extraordinary commitment, support and leadership to the Greenville community and across Darke County throughout

their ownership. It is our goal and strongest desire to continue this community service in conjunction with Keith and through his continued leadership,” Halbreich added.

“I am pleased and honored to have Brothers Publishing Company become a part of the AIM Media family,” said Foutz.

“AIM’s commitment to serve local communities is a great match and by combining resources we will be able to serve the community even better. This merger will provide Darke County and the surrounding counties with superior products and coverage in both digital and print platforms. I am excited to lead this team as we plan for the future,” he added.

About AIM Media Midwest, LLC AIM Media Midwest, LLC owns and operates 17 daily newspapers, 15 weekly newspapers, affiliated websites and a variety of related weekly and specialty publications in Ohio and West Virginia (one daily in Point Pleasant, West Virginia). The Company is an affiliate of AIM Media Texas, LLC and AIM Media Indiana, LLC and both entities are managed by AIM Media Management of Dallas, Texas where Halbreich serves as Chairman and CEO and Rick Starks serves as President and COO. The Company focuses on local content across all forms of media including print, online and video.

The Company recognizes the value and benefits that local news, information and advertising services bring to local communities and regional markets.

We are the leading information source in our communities. Through our demonstrated integrity and our dedicated and comprehensive approach to balanced and credible journalism, we earn the trust and support of local readers, viewers, businesses and advertisers.

For more information, please contact Jeremy L. Halbreich, Chairman and CEO, AIM Media Management, LLC at 214-697-9779 or halbreich@amercomm. com.

concept he visited in San Diego and I thought it was awesome,” said Andrew Riffle. “So I reached out to Main Street Greenville and the Darke County Visitors Bureau to start discussions looking for the perfect property last fall. The 622 South Broadway property location is amazing in so many ways.

We have a great marketing partner and tenant with The Early Bird. Lastly and most fitting, we are across from The Annie Oakley park. We would like to thank Greenville Federal for supporting this massive project. Revival Design Studio is the project designer and bids are going to be solicited soon.”

This will be a 110 seat Annie Oakley themed western tap house. Sure Shot will offer a full experience in craft beer with 30-50 draft beers, ciders and wines as well as a beer in-

spired full menu. The 3050 taps will be a state of the art self serving pouring system allowing the patrons to pay by the ounce so they can try new styles or just drink old favorites.

The second floor will be a 6000 sq ft venue space that will be rentable for special events. “I am excited that my father Daryl is going to be the overall project lead on this new endeavor. He is a proven leader with a ton of experience. My brother Adam is the project lead on the self serve beer system the tap house will feature.

Our goal is to open in the fall of 2019, but it is too early to tell at this time due to contractor schedules,” said Andrew. Phase two will be to construct several loft apartments on the third and fourth floors overlooking beautiful downtown Greenville.

This is an artist rendering of the proposed façade for the Sure Shot Tap House and The Early Bird.

When asked about his plans on The Whistle, Andrew smiled, “The Whistle was a dream of mine for years that finally came to fruition. It isn’t going anywhere. We remain much invested in the Ansonia community as a business and we have learned a ton regarding running that operation that we want to ap-

ply in this new adventure. I have a great team there at the Whistle Stop that feels more like a big family.”

Follow along with the Sure Shot Tap House progress at http://sureshottaphouse.com/ or on Facebook.

Read more about Sure Shot Tap House at www. bluebagmedia.com.

Facebook issues apology for muting National Anthem RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – Attend a high school basketball game anywhere in this part of the country and there is one thing that unites the athletes and fans from both sides. For a brief few minutes they all stand silent and in solidarity as the National Anthem (Star Spangled Banner) is played or sung. It is often considered an honor to sing the Anthem prior to the start of the game. On Tuesday, Feb. 12, a middle/high school choir from Union City Schools in Indiana was given the honor of paying tribute to our country prior to the start of the Union City high school basketball game.

A proud mother of two of the kids in the choir took a video of the performance and on Thursday posted it to Facebook. Anybody on Facebook realizes it’s not

an uncommon practice for parents to post videos of their children singing or share posts of kids sharing their talent.

It wasn’t long until the proud mom received a notification from Facebook saying 32 seconds of the video had been muted because it may be offensive to persons in other countries.

She said her reaction was, “What?”

By Friday morning Facebook sent out a second notification saying the entire video was being muted due to possible copyright infringement. She took the video off of Facebook because it had been muted.

The Early Bird/Bluebag Media reached out to Facebook to learn why the National Anthem would be muted. Nearly a week after contact was made and a couple of emails for clarification purposes from Facebook to The Early Bird, Facebook apologized for the error. “The video did

The Union City Middle/High School Choir sings the National Anthem prior to a Union City High School basketball game.

not break our Community Standards. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.” Facebook continued by noting that what occurred was a mistake in their copyright protection systems.

Facebook explained they take intellectual property rights seriously, which is why they have Community Standards and do not allow people to post content that violates someone else’s intellectual property rights, including copyright and trademark.

According to Facebook,

when this incorrect action was taken the user who posted the video received an email and on-site notification, both of which led to a dialog box with an option to appeal.

Facebook contends their messaging to users states that videos are partially muted because they may contain music that belongs to someone else. The publisher of the video reiterated the message she received that stated a portion of the video was muted because it could be offensive to persons in other countries.

Greenville hires new coach; approves 2019-20 calendar SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILE – Greenville Board of Education met Thursday and unanimously approved Bart Schmitz as the district’s head varsity football coach.

Schmitz will begin his duties for the 2019-20 school year and will be compensated $5,720 with a supplemental contract.

(See feature story on Page 4) Also Thursday, the board accepted a number of donations for various school programs and projects, including a $110,350

donation from the Matt Light Foundation for Friends of Harmon Field for the track and field project.

The annual Night in Hollywood, an evening planned by the high school’s supply chain management students to honor Darke County Special Olympics, also received a number of monetary donations from local businesses and individuals, including John Burnett, Dave Knapp Ford, The Early Bird Newspaper, Doug and Kristina Fries, Gable Insurance Agency, Stan and Robin Hughes, Terry and Donna Kerg, and MJS Plastics Inc.

During his superintendent’s report, Doug Fries told board members school officials were making plans to sealcoat the parking lot at the Jennings Field Complex this coming summer, along with other possible parking lot projects within the district.

Fries also told the board the district’s bus fleet had recently been inspected and received stickers for the 2019-20 school year.

The district has set make-up dates for the current school year, Fries said, which include:  May 28 and 29 for students at the K-8 building  May 28, 29 and 30 for the high school, due to two

weather cancellation days and one power outage day from last fall.

The board also approved the school calendar for the 2019-20 school year. Highlights include:  Aug. 26 - First day for students  Nov. 28-29 - Thanksgiving break  Dec. 23-Jan. 3 - Christmas break  Jan. 6 - Classes resume  May 27 - End 4th Quarter  May 28 - Teacher workday  May 30 - Graduation  Calamity make-up days - Feb. 17, 2020; May 28, 29, June 1, 2, 2020

POLICE BEAT Police ďŹ nd fugitive from justice at Greenville residence PAGE 2 February 24, 2019-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

WANTED PERSON

On Feb. 14 Greenville Police ofďŹ cers assisted the U.S. Marshall Service and Darke County Sheriff’s deputies in locating a fugitive from justice at a residence in the 100 block of Cypress Street. Upon arrival, ofďŹ cers conducted a search and found Errick Wade Townsend inside the residence. He was arrested and transported to the Darke County Jail on an outstanding warrant for felony parole violation with original charges for

burglary and kidnapping.

SHOPLIFTING

On Feb. 10 an ofďŹ cer was called to CVS on the report that two male shoplifters had left the store. The complainant described the two subjects, stating one was wearing a brown coat and had stolen a wireless speaker device. The ofďŹ cer located the two subjects in the Speedway parking lot on Wagner Avenue and identiďŹ ed the subjects as Brandon Willis and Jacob Evans. Both subjects appeared to be under the in-

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uence of drugs. As Evans walked toward the ofďŹ cer a wrapper from a snack stick fell out of his pocket. He also had a pack of cookies sticking out of his pocket. The complainant had advised the ofďŹ cer one of the subjects had stolen a package of cookies and two snack sticks. While the ofďŹ cer was speaking with Willis, he became belligerent and refused to keep his hands on top of the cruiser.

Willis then removed a wireless speaker device from his coat, placed it on top of the cruiser and attempted to walk away. Another ofďŹ cer was called to respond to the scene and when the ofďŹ cer arrived, Willis was arrested, placed in a police cruiser and began hitting the windows with his head, attempting to break the

glass. The second ofďŹ cer was asked to take Evans to the police department along with the stolen property so the ďŹ rst responding ofďŹ cer could immediately transport Willis to jail.

While on the way to the jail Willis continued beating his head on the protective divider inside the cruiser. Once at the jail, Willis said he was going to ďŹ ght ofďŹ cers when got out of the car. Jail staff looked at the defendant’s injury and said he needed to be treated. The ofďŹ cer who was with Evans was asked to release him in order to assist in getting Willis to the hospital. After Willis was treated at Wayne for two lacerations to his forehead he was cited for theft and warned for trespassing at CVS. A citation for theft

BY LINDA MOODY CORRESPONDENT lmoody@earlybirdpaper.com

“I started a ladies group once a week and we’ve had Mary Kay facials and hors d’oeuvres, and we’ve had a men’s group where my husband, Dave, came in and they had a meat and cheese platter and told stories.�

She and her husband will be celebrating 49 years of marriage on May 30. They have two children and two grandsons. “I’ve always taken care of people,â€? she said “I was a foster parent for years and volunteered ďŹ ve years here in 1983 three days a week.â€?

The daughter of the late Ron and Iva Puterbaugh, she is a member of the Palestine Church of Christ and loves to go antiquing and shopping.

Shannon has spent her whole nursing career in the building on Marion Drive. “I’ve been in this building for 27 years,� she said. “I became director of nursing at the end of January.�

A 1982 graduate of Greenville High School, she earned her degree in licensed practical nursing at Upper Valley Adult Education, and her registered nurse’s degree at Edison, after which she became the assistant director of nursing four years ago.

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not to pay. The juvenile who took the cards was cited for theft. Both boys were warned for trespassing in CVS and were transported to their respective residences. The cards totaled $16.07.

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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.

Staff changes made at local nursing home GREENVILLE – Heartland of Greenville on Marion Drive, Greenville, had its named changed to Greenville Health and Rehab (GHR) and now under new ownership.

With new ownership, multiple changes have been made in the lead staff positions at the facility, including Pinky Flatter and Fay Shannon, who are ďŹ rst cousins.

Flatter was named activities director upon the recent retirement of Rosemary Nelson, after 32 years at the facility.

The former Nadasha Puterbaugh, Flatter has worked at the nursing home for 15 years, always in the activity department, but has a total of 30 years in the health industry. “I love it,� said Flatter, a 1970 graduate of Greenville High School. “I enjoy being with people and making them happy. If I can put a smile on peoples’ faces every day, I’ve made an accomplishment.�

She has already offered new activities for the residents. On each of their birthdays, she and some of the staff take a special trip to the resident’s room and sing “Happy Birthday.�

Greenville sets kindergarten registration dates

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and a trespass order from CVS also was prepared for Evans, which was delivered to him at a later date.

On Feb. 15 two male juveniles were observed shoplifting from CVS. A store employee saw the juveniles conceal items in his clothing, then go to the register and make a purchase without paying for the concealed items. An ofďŹ cer arrived on scene and waited for the boys, ages 16 and 17, to exit the store.

The ofďŹ cer identiďŹ ed the suspects and asked what they had stolen. One of the suspects admitted to taking two cards and putting them in the waistband of his pants. He pulled the cards out and admitted be had the money to pay for them, telling the ofďŹ cer he made a “stupid decisionâ€?

GREENVILLE – Greenville Elementary has set kindergarten registration dates for the 2019-20 school year as follows: 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, April 3 4-6 p.m. Thursday, April 4 Online registration also is being accepted at https://Greenville.esvportal.com Registration also may be completed at Memorial Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Children must be ďŹ ve years of age on or before Aug. 1, 2019, to enter kindergarten for the coming year.

Parents are asked to bring their child’s ofďŹ cial birth certiďŹ cate, immunization records, custody papers, if applicable, a parent/guardian ID, and two forms of proof of residency in order to complete enrollment.

Parents only are needed to attend registration.

Children will be screened at a later date, which will be scheduled when the parent registers the child.

First cousins Pinky Flatter (left) and Fay Shannon have been named activities director and director of nursing, respectively, at Greenville Health and Rehab. (Linda Moody photo)

When she was recently asked if she would assume the role of director of nursing, she didn’t hesitate to say, “Yes.�

Now, she oversees 50 patients, 15 nurses and 26 to 30 STNAs. “I’m always on the oor talking to the patients,â€? said the former Fay Bromagem. “I have an opendoor policy.â€?

She and husband Stephen have been married 25 years and have three children and 11 grandchildren.

In her spare time, she likes to garden and read. “We all work together as a team and support each other,� the two women said about themselves and their peers at GHR.

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Murdock to entertain at DCCA coffeehouse

Artwork by Greenville students, left to right, Ryan Burrowes, Katelynn Cleere and Samantha Gartenman along with Owen McGreevey (not pictured) will be on display at the 2019 Ohio Art Education Association’s Youth Exhibit in Columbus through March 23.

Greenville to be represented at Ohio Youth Art Exhibit

GREENVILLE - Greenville Middle School has announced artwork by eighth-graders Samantha Gartenman and Katelynn Cleere, and suxth-graders Ryan Burrowes and Owen McGreevey has been chosen to be displayed in the 2019 Ohio Art Education Association’s Youth Art Month Exhibition and Young People’s Art Exhibition.

The exhibitions represents Ohio students in grades pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and have been on display at the State Teacher’s Retirement Systems and Rhodes OfďŹ ce Tower buildings in Columbus from since Feb. 16. The exhibit runs through March 23.

More than 130 pieces of art were selected for the juried shows from the eight regions of the state representing the Ohio Art Education Association.

The exhibit is sponsored by OAEA, the pro-

fessional organization for art teachers in Ohio.

OAEA works to promote the arts and recognizes quality student art throughout the state through various exhibits at state and regional levels.

The Youth Art Month and Young People’s Art Exhibitions come about through many volunteer hours by art teachers in the state of Ohio.

Gartenman and Cleere’s artworks were submitted for the shows

by Nicole Hawk, art educator at Greenville Middle and High Schools. Burrowes’s and McGreevey’s artworks were submitted for the shows by Julie Brewer, art educator at Greenville Middle School.

A reception and awards ceremony will be held at the STRS and Rhodes OfďŹ ce Tower buildings on Saturday March 2 for the young artists, their families and teachers.

Darke County Center for the Arts will host “Irish Wave� on March 15 with Lone Raven.

Irish Wave kicks off St. Patrick’s Day GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts will host “Irish Waveâ€? at Montage Cafe in downtown Greenville on Friday, March 15; an annual DCCA fundraiser, “Irish Waveâ€? features Irish music, Irish food, and an assortment of beers. According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, the proceeds will beneďŹ t DCCA’s many programs including Arts In Education and the Family Theatre Series. “We promise a good time for a good cause, a win-win situation for everyone,â€? Ms. Jordan said. The fundraising party begins at 6:30 p.m.

Additionally, the lucky winner of the “Off to the Isleâ€? limited edition rafe will be announced at “Irish Wave.â€? Rafe tickets are $100 each are now on sale for a chance to receive a trip for two to Ireland through AAA and Brendan Vacations, and can be purchased by contacting DCCA; only 75 rafe tickets will be sold.

Music will be performed

by Lone Raven, a popular Ohio-based band known for its eclectic blend of traditional Irish music and original tunes. In addition to the diverse choice of beers offered for tasting, attendees will receive a commemorative beer

glass to take home. For non-beer drinkers, other beverages including wine will be available. Sponsors for “Irish Wave� who make possible the performance by Lone Raven are Second National Bank, Edward Jones Investment representatives Dave Connelly, Ryan Carpe, and Todd Subler, Dr. Thomas and Suzanne Brown, The Andersons, Inc., and Midmark Corporation.

Tickets for “Irish Wave� are $40. Reserve yours by contacting DCCA at 937-547-0908 or dcca@ darkecountyarts.org, or purchase online at DarkeCountyArts.org. Tickets are also available at Montage Cafe.

ARCANUM – Great Lakes troubadour Lee Murdock will sing seafaring songs and share stories of ships that go down and ships that come in when he performs at Arcanum Historical Society’s Wayne Trail House on Thursday, March 7; a part of Darke County Center for the Arts’ Coffeehouse Series, the show starts at 7 p.m. “Lee has uncovered a boundless body of music and stories about the Great Lakes,� said DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins. “These timeless tales of hard work and hard living epitomize the power of music to touch hearts, souls, and minds with universal truths,� Mr. Rawlins explained.

According to the Artistic Director, Lee Murdock is a uent instrumentalist

Great Lakes troubadour Lee Murdock will entertain at Arcanum Historical Society’s Wayne Trail House.

who combines ragtime, Irish, blues and folk styles with his air for storytelling in songs. “Lee says that he looks for songs with interesting stories that will not only appeal to folk music enthusiasts but also to people who think they don’t like folk music,â€? stat-

ed Mr. Rawlins. “His talents are perfectly suited to our intimate Coffeehouse shows which are similar to sitting in a comfortable living room with friends and neighbors who interact with each other and the performer,� Mr. Rawlins concluded.

DCCA’s Coffeehouse Series which presents artists performing in an inviting social setting where food and drink are also available is sponsored by Rodney Oda, Steve and Eileen LitchďŹ eld, and The Andersons. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helps fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Es-

ther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation, Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund, and the John R. and Miriam H. Knick Fund of Darke County Foundation. DCCA membership contributions also help support this series.

Tickets for this concert

by Lee Murdock are $10, and can be reserved by contacting DCCA at 937547-0908 or dcca@darkecountyarts.org; tickets are also available online at www.darkecountyarts. org and will be sold at the door if any remain by show time. Murdock will also be performing the music and history of the Great Lakes for fourth through sixth graders in all local public schools March 4-8; these performances are free and open to the public.

Local maple syrup available at Prairie GREENVILLE – After countless hours of collecting sap and boiling it down in the Sugar Shack, the Friends of Darke County Parks’ gift shop will have a limited supply of pure maple syrup ready for you

Nursing education ďŹ nancial award

GREENVILLE – Registered nurses employed in Darke County may apply for a ďŹ nancial award for continuing nursing education. Applicants must be employed in healthcare in Darke County for the last ďŹ ve years. The Joyce Bruns Continuing Nursing Financial Award may be used for the following purposes: * Completion of a B.S.N., M.S., M.S.N., N.P, PhD. or related nursing degree * CertiďŹ cation preparation and exam * National or state nursing convention The award is sponsored by the Darke County Nursing Education Council (DCNEC) and administered by the Darke County Foundation. Applications are available at www.darkecountyfoundation.org/scholarshipinformation. Deadline is March 31.

Joyce Bruns, RN, BSN, was a dedicated nurse in Darke County who died in April 1998. Bruns was an active proponent of Hospice and board member for 13 years. She worked as a nurse at Wayne Hospital for 18 years before serving as director of nursing at the Versailles Healthcare Center.

For questions, contact the Darke County Foundation at dcf@darkecountyfoundation.org or call (937) 548-4673.

Citizens for Safer Streets GREENVILLE – Citizens for Safer Streets meet the third Wednesday of each month at the Greenville VFW, 7 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.

The organization was created to promote awareness and community involvement in order to have a healthy, thriving and safe community.

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to take home by the March 2 festival. Believe it or not, maple syrup is a very healthy food. Maple sugar is three times as sweet as cane sugar, and it has fewer calories and a lower glycemic index. A tablespoon of maple syrup has around 40 calories where a tablespoon of cane sugar has around 55. As an added beneďŹ t, pure maple syrup is also an excellent source of the minerals manganese and zinc which are important immune system allies. Many of the commercial syrups available in the grocery store do not contain ANY maple syrup; their main ingredient is corn syrup with added maple avoring.

All maple syrup available in the Nature Center’s Gift Shop was made from sap collected from trees in Darke County and cooked by the staff and many volunteers of the park district in the

Sugar Shack. Prices range from $8 to $10. Come to the Nature Center gift shop on March 2 to purchase your pure maple syrup. Support the Darke County Park District and its mission of education, conservation, and preservation.

At the Maple Sugarin’ at the Prairie Festival on March 2, Friends of the Parks will once again be serving wafes, sausage, juice, coffee, and of course pure Ohio maple syrup. Breakfast will be from 8 a.m.-noon. Tickets

are available at the door on the day of the breakfast for $6 for adults and $3 for kids ages 3-12, or presale is available at the Nature Center from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Educational tours will also be held throughout the morning.

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Bart Schmitz unanimous choice to lead Greenville football program GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Bart Schmitz was named Greenville head football coach Thursday night with unanimous board approval.

Schmitz has served as an assistant football coach for the Green Wave under the direction of former Greenville Coach Aaron Shaffer.

“I’m extremely excited Mr. (Shaffer) Shaffer our athletic director, Mr. Fries our superintendent and the Greenville City School Board has given me the opportunity to lead this program,” said Schmitz. “I am pleased to continue here at Greenville and continue what we have built to this point and take it to the next level.”

“I learned immensely under Coach Shaffer, how to game plan, how to han-

dle players, how to get the best out of each individual player, how to break down films,” Schmitz stated.

“Coach Shaffer was a great mentor. I learned a lot in my seven years coaching with him. I am looking forward to working for him and continue to build this program into something the entire community can be proud of.”

Schmitz, a Versailles alum played for former Tigers Coach Al Hetrick where the legendary coach accumulated a 334-95-4 record including 18 conference championships, 16 playoff appearances, 13 regional titles, three state runner-up finishes and six state titles.

“I learned a lot of things that I know about this game from Coach Hetrick,” noted Schmitz. “He was a great teacher of fundamentals.”

“A big slogan we had

when I played was, ‘if you can block and you can tackle, you’re going to win’,” shared Schmitz. “It really doesn’t matter which you do offensively or defensively, the game of football comes down to those two things, you have to be able to block and you have to be able to tackle better than your opponent and if you do those things you’re going to win more often than not.”

“I also learned from playing for Coach Hetrick – hard work and dedication,” continued Schmitz. “It’s more than about just being a football player. It’s about being a good person, giving yourself the opportunity to have great success not only on the field but off of it, so I learned a lot not only about the game of football from Coach Hetrick but how to be a good person, how to handle yourself, how to

be a good father, just little things, how important little things are and how you can handle them – how you can handle the little things with great excellence and the big things will take care of themselves.”

Coach Schmitz looks to build on what is already an excellent Greenville football program.

“I want as many players as possible to be on our team,” Schmitz said. “I think the more players that you have the better off you are going to be. That’s more competition you can have for each position and I believe in competition. Competition makes better players out of everybody and the more players that we can get out to play, to be involved with the program, the better off we’re going to be as a whole.”

Coach Schmitz took time

New Greenville head varsity football coach Bart Schmitz calls plays as offensive coordinator from the press box for the 2018 Green Wave football team. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

to thank the many who have helped him on his coaching career path with family at the top.

“First I would like to thank my wife, Lianne and my three children; Kayla, Makenzi and Noah,” said Schmitz. “I would like to thank my family for their

love and support. Without them, their sacrifices they have made, this opportunity would not be possible for me. I would like to thank the Greenville City School Board, Mr. Fries, Mr. Shaffer and Mr. Hughes for giving me this great opportunity to lead this program.”

Bradford Lady Railroaders get 12-point FM Lady Jets advance in tournament tournament win over Central Catholic play with win over Troy Christian

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com BROOKVILLE – The Bradford Lady Railroaders took advantage of a strong fourth quarter to down the Catholic Central Lady Irish 52-40 in D-IV sectional tournament action.

“I felt like if we play our good man defense we could give them some problems,” said Bradford coach Chris Besecker, “and we did that tonight.”

Bradford took the opening period 11-8 getting four Bianca Keener points, a Cassie Mead 3-pointer and a basket each from Emma and Rylee Canan.

The Lady Roaders were one better in Period No. 2 taking the quarter 17-16 sending the teams to the break with Bradford holding a 28-24 advantage.

Keener pace the Lady Roaders with nine second quarter points, Emma Canan added a triple, Austy Miller was good for three points and Abby Gade contributed a bucket.

“B (Bianca Keener) was real aggressive around the

basket,” said Coach Besecker. “We were able to establish that inside game early and kept with it all night.”

Central Catholic made it a two point game after three periods of play outscoring Bradford 11-9 in the third sending the teams to the final period of play with the Lady Roaders holding a slim 37-35 lead.

Bradford saved its best play of the night at both ends of the court putting the game away with by a 15-5 score including a 3-pointer and 6-8 at the line from Miller to earn a 12-point margin of victory and advance in tournament play.

“Teams put their best defender on her (Austy Miller) and try not to even let her touch the ball – and they were doing that early to her tonight,” said Besecker.

“We have other kids that stepped up and made shots.

I thought the key was we maintained at least a one possession lead most of the game and then when we started stretching the scoreboard, they started fouling and as long as we can get Austy to the line that’s a

Bianca Keener scores two of her game high 17 Lady Roaders points in tournament win over Central Catholic. (Gaylen Blosser)

huge plus for us.”

CCC champion Tri-Village Lady Patriots (22-1) face the Bradford Lady Railroaders (18-6) in the lower bracket DIV sectional final at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 27 at Brookville.

Bianca Keener led Bradford scoring with 17-points.

BRADFORD – B. Keener 17, A. Miller 13, A. Gade 7, E. Canan 6, C. Mead 6, R. Canan 3 – TOTALS 14 12-22 4 52 CATHOLIC CENTRAL – A. Peterson 25, M. Foster 5, L. Bruce 4, M. Mullen 4, T. McConnell 2 – TOTALS 11 6-9 4 40

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com BROOKVILLE – The Franklin Monroe Lady Jets defeated the Troy Christian Lady Eagles 43-28 to make it an all-CCC Division IV sectional final.

“It was our defense that got us going,” said Franklin Monroe coach Abbey Moore. “We struggle on offense when we can’t succeed on defense so our easy offense comes from giving that extra effort on the other end. We were able to do that in the second half and that give us the momentum to finish this game off.”

The Lady Jets took the opening period 12-6 with Corina Conley scoring six points including a 3-pointer, Belle Cable a triple and Cloe Peters three points Period No. 2 went to Franklin Monroe by a narrow 10-9 score sending the teams to the break with the Lady Jets holding 22-15 advantage. Peters led with four points, Chloe McGlinch and Stella Shellabarger each buried a 3-pointer.

Tri-Village was three better in the third taking the period 9-6 taking a double digit 31-21 lead to the final period of play.

The Lady Jets third quarter points come from beyond

the arc with Cable knocking down two 3-pointers and Conley hitting a trey.

With the Lady Eagles battling back to trim FM’s lead to 33-28 to open fourth quarter play, the Lady Jets took over closing out play with 10 unanswered points to advance in tournament play with a 15-point win.

“That’s our culture – playing for each other,” Moore stated. “This year it’s kind of seems like our motto has been ‘the next man up’ because we have been hit with adversity every step of the way – but it’s just who they are.”

“They don’t wilt,” continued Coach Moore. “They look at it as a challenge and anytime they’re up for a challenge it seems to motivate them even more. I am extremely proud of them and their effort.”

Peters paced FM with six fourth quarter points, Shellabarger buried a triple and Conley added three points.

Chloe Peters led Franklin Monroe and all players with a game high 13points.

Covington defeated Jefferson 78-8 in the night’s early game with the Lady Buccs Samantha Whiteman extending her career scoring mark to 1,882-points good for No. 2 all-time in Miami County scoring

Chloe Peters scores two of her game high 13-points for Franklin Monroe in tournament win over Troy Christian. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

history. Franklin Monroe (18-6) will play Covington (20-3) in the upper bracket sectional final at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 27 at Brookville.

CCC champion Tri-Village Lady Patriots (22-1) face the Bradford Lady Railroaders (18-6) in the lower bracket section final in the evening’s 6 p.m. opener.

FRANKLIN MONROE – C. Peters 13, C. Conley 12, B. Cable 9, S. Shellabarger 6, C. McGlinch 3 – TOTALS 8 3-10 8 43 TROY CHRISTIAN – S. Earhart 12, E. Schenk 8, A. Salazar 4, C. Salazar 4 – TOTALS 9 4-8 2 28

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Versailles Lady Tigers advance with 61-4 win over Northeastern GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

COVINGTON – The Versailles Lady Tigers defeated the Northeastern Lady Jets 61-4 in a second round tournament play.

“I liked how we came out and really pushed the tempo of the game,” said Versailles Coach Jacki Stonebraker. “We did a nice job of running up and down the court, getting open looks, finding the girls across court instead of looking right in front of us and we did a nice job defensively for four quarters.”

Coach Stonebraker was very kind to the winless Lady Jets giving her entire squad ample playing

time with nine Lady Tigers getting in the scoring column.

“It’s not easy,” Coach Stonebraker said of the lopsided win. “The girls end up getting into bad habits sometimes chasing the ball. We gave up two points because we were chasing the ball around.

That is something we don’t do on defense so it’s hard for the girls to play sometimes but it gets them out of practice and gets them on the floor, up and down the court and getting game speed.”

Versailles took the opening period 24-1 with seven Lady Tigers putting points on the board led by senior Elizabeth Ording with five points.

Period No. 2 had Coach Stonebraker going deep

into her bench to score 11points sending the teams to the break with Versailles leading 35-1.

“It was good to see those girls run up and down the court and get some fast break layups,” Stonebraker said. “We know we can do that. We know that we are talented on the fast break.

We just need to make sure that we can run half court sets when we need to.”

The Lady Tigers quickly made it a running clock to open third quarter play taking a 37-1 lead on their way to a 52-4 advantage after three and took the final period 9-0.

Lindsey Winner led Versailles players with a game high 12-points, Eliazbeth Ording addedd 11-points and Liz Watren contributed 10-points in

the win.

“There is not one girl on our team that I feel like is going to lead us the entire year (scoring),” said Stonebraker. “Sometimes one girls will have 20points and the next time she’ll have two, so it just depends on the team we’re playing and who is going to score.”

No. 4 seed Versailles plays No. 3 seed Anna Monday, February 25 at Covington with a 7 p.m. start time.

VERSAILLES – L. Winner 12, E. Ording 11, L. Watren 10, K. Custenborder 8, C. McEldowney 6, S. Toner 6, B. Stonebraker 4, A. Stammen 2, C. Luthman 2 – TOTALS 22 5-15 4 61 NORTHEASTERN – K. Baneck 2, K. Dietrich 1, K. Thompson 1 – TOTALS 1 2-4 0 4

Lady Wave 2019 softball season underway with opening day practice Tri-Village Lady Patriots down Miami GREENVILLE – The Lady Wave softball program Valley 62-16 in tournament action moved inside to the Academy for the official first day of coach’s practice for the 2019 Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) softball season.

“Twenty-nineteen begins,” said veteran Greenville Lady Wave softball coach Jerrod Newland. “A great day for Lady Wave Softball. Excited for the kids and just a breath of fresh air for everybody, the community and the kids. We’re just excited to get going.”

“Look outside,” Newland added. “A great snowy day and that’s spring softball season. Just excited for the seventeenth year and get everybody playing together – getting them going.”

Looking to the new season, Coach Newland’s goal for the team stays constant from year to year.

“Akon on bust,” stated Newland of the team’s 2019 goal. “Doesn’t change. The only thing that changes is the name on the back. We play for the name on the front.

“I love where we are at – mid-twenties,” Newland continued. “The kids coming in and competing here,

Lady Wave softball hopefuls wait their turn to hit at opening day of practice of the 2019 high school softball season. (Gaylen Blosser photos)

getting better and just excited for the journey – the opportunity. “ The young team will have but one senior on the 2019 roster; 2018 starting outfielder Lani Shilt returns for her senior yea..

“A lot of neat kids in the freshman class and only one senior this year in the program,” said Newland. “Lani is the only senior and going to have a great young group.

Just excited for the schedule and the journey – just can’t wait.”

Gone from the class of 2018 are two of the Lady Wave’s best hitting duos, Cassie Cromwell and Sydney Grote.

“We lost two great players, Cass and Sid, two of my best offensive players ever and we have a lot of holes for people to fill but every year is a different year.”

“What I like, the other day somebody said, well she’s back, she does that – well no, we don’t talk about the past,” concluded Newland. “Every year everybody starts fresh. It’s the same spot with a clean slate and we’ll find out who’s the best for what spots in the 2019 softball team.”

Coach Newland comes into the new season sporting 423 wins at the helm of the Lady Wave softball program.

Ryan Jones new Versailles football coach VERSAILLES – Versailles Schools named its new head football Tuesday night, when its school board approved the hiring of Troy Christian head football coach Ryan Jones.

“We are extremely excited to have Coach Jones join us on staff and take the program and move forward with it.,” said Versailles Athletic Director Scott Broerman. “It was a long process but good things take time and we feel extremely excited having him on board.”

Jones served at Troy Christian the past five years as a teacher and coach with the last three years as the school’s head football coach.

During Jones three years as head coach his teams fin-

New Versailles football coach, Ryan Jones.

ished 9-2, 5-5 and 8-2 for a combined 22-9 record.

Prior to joining Troy Christian, Jones was an assistant coach for Dayton Christian

Ryan earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Miami University in Health and Sport Organization in 2005, a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science from Cortland State University in 2007 and earned his teaching certification in AYA Life Science from Central State University in 2015.

Ryan was a student-assistant while at Miami University, graduate assistant while at Cortland University, and the wide receivers coach and Pass-Game Coordinator at Case Western University before he coached at Dayton Christian.

We are extremely excited for what Coach Jones offers our school district, football program, and the community.

BROOKVILLE – The Tri-Village Lady Patriots defeated the Miami Valley Lady Rams 62-26 in Tuesday night D-IV sectional tournament play.

“We weren’t good tonight,” said Tri-Village coach Brad Gray. “We did not have a good night tonight. Fortunately we were able to pull through. This part of the season it’s all about surviving and advancing but we have to be a lot better really quick.”

A slow start on the offensive end had the Lady Patriots taking the opening period 12- 7 led by four Maddie Downing points, three each from Meghan Downing and Lissa Siler and two Emma Printz points.

The Lady Patriots offense struggle in the second adding 11-points to

10 schools leaving CCC

DARKE COUNTY – The Board of Control of the Cross County Conference received letters from the schools of Ansonia, Arcanum, Bradford, Franklin Monroe, Mississinawa Valley, National Trail, Newton, Tri-County North, Tri-Village, and Twin Valley South stating their intention to exit from membership in the Cross County Conference.

By the Cross County Conference Constitution, these schools will remain on the Cross County Conference schedules for the 2019-2020 and 20202021 school years, unless a shorter exit period is mutually agreed upon by all schools. It was noted that each of the ten schools in their letter has requested an early exit at the end of the 2019-2020 school year.

The discussion on an early exit by the ten schools will be held at a later date.

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Brooke Stonebraker scores in the paint for Versailles in tournament win over Northeastern. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

the board including five Meghan Downing points while solid defensive play limited Miami Valley to five points sending the teams to the break with Tri-Village holding a 23-12 advantage.

Missing from the Lady Patriots starting lineup with a foot injury is point guard Andi Bietry.

“We’ve been struggling since she’s been out,” noted Coach Gray. “Offensively we’re really struggling in the half court just to find our flow. It’s not that we are having a hard time getting into our stuff so much as it just seems like timing – once we get into our stuff is not there.”

“We’re not pushing the ball up and down the floor like we do when we have her,” Gray added. “It seems like we’re playing a slower pace and that is something we have to do better with.

Other kids have to step up.

No one is going to feel sorry for us because we’re missing a kid … no one is. We have to step up. Our other kids have to really step their game up and find a way to fill that void right now.”

Period No. 3 went to the Lady Patriots 12-4 with Printz hitting for six points giving the Tri-Village girls a 35-16 lead with one period to play.

Maddie Downing scores for TriVillage in tournament win over Miami Valley. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

The Lady Patriots found their stride in the fourth scorching the nets for 27points while the Rams where putting up 10-points to give Tri-Village a 36point tournament win.

Tri-Village advances to play the Bradford Lady Railroaders, Wednesday, February 27th at Brookville with a 6 p.m. start time.

TRI-VILLAGE – Meghan Downing 19, E. Printz 14, Maddie Downing 12, L. Siler 10, D. Gray 3, M. Foreman 2, M. Bennett 2 – TOTALS 19 12-18 4 62 MIAMI VALLEY – Katie Campbell 12, G. Zerba 8, Kristi Campbell 4, M. Norton 2 – TOTALS 8 1-5 3 26

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Rotary taking requests for charitable funds GREENVILLE – The by the club’s Charitable

Rotary Club of Greenville will allocate grant funding to non-proďŹ t, charitable organizations for general operating needs or other programs related to your organization’s mission.

If you wish to apply for grant funding, please contact Lindsey Gehret, committee chair, at 564-3016 or email, lgehret@versaillesrehab.com, for an application or any other questions you may have. Please note the application deadline is April 15. All applications received after the deadline will not be considered for funding.

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Neave Twp. cemetery clean-up set GREENVILLE – The Neave Township Trustees announce their yearly cemetery spring clean-up for the cemeteries in the township, which includes Oak Grove, Pioneer, West Branch and East Zion.

Families and loved ones are asked to remove all decorations and items on and around the gravesites

by March 16 so the grounds can be properly maintained.

These items include, but are not limited to Shepherd’s hooks or a similar type, and decorations/owers not attached or sitting on the monument.

Due to the upcoming mowing season, the trustees encourage cooperation of all those who are involved with and/or visit loved ones in the cemeteries to pay

particular attention to the rules listed.

When placing arrangements on gravesites, all arrangements must be in the vase attached to the marker or a monument saddle arrangement. The only exception will be Easter, Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, Father’s Day and Christmas.

All arrangements not in the vases or attached to the base monument must be removed or the arrangements can be removed by cemetery caretakers on week following these special occasions.

If you have questions in regards to the cemeteries in Neave Township, please call one of the trustees: Keith Godown, Ty House or Walter Wiant or the Oak Grove Cemetery Sexton James Penny.

Arcanum Elementary kindergarten registration ARCANUM – Arcanum Elementary is excited to welcome a new class of kindergarten students for the 2019-2020 school year.

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by Aug. 1. Children do not need to attend this appointment; a screening date will be decided the evening you register. If you cannot attend, call Deb Schrader at 937-337-5141.

Finance Committee GREENVILLE – The Greenville Finance Committee will meet Tuesday, Feb. 26, 9 a.m., in the City Council Chambers, Municipal Building. The committee will review the community funds requests.

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Republican Party is hosting its annual Lincoln Day Dinner on Wednesday, March 20 at Greenville Romer’s. The event will feature Congressman Jim Jordan.

Supreme Court Justices Sharon Kennedy and Judi French will also speak, as they are both up for reelection to the Ohio Supreme Court.

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SOH 5K is Walking with a Purpose

Shown are cast members from Oakland Church of the Brethren’s Dinner Theater production.

Oakland COB hosts Just a Little Crazy BRADFORD – On March 8 & 9, Oakland Church of the Brethren will present “Just a Little Crazy” by Renee Rebman as their 2019 Dinner Theater production.

The play is being produced by special arrangement with Eldridge Publishing Company.” Just a Little Crazy” is the story of a zany but lovable family. After a disagreement with her boyfriend, Nola goes back to stay with her parents while she tries to sort out her problems. Instead of finding the peace and quiet she needs, she finds the house is in a state of confusion. Her father is no help, her mother is busy redecorating, and Aunt Maggie has moved in.

She has her own problems, having possibly poisoned her cat – and maybe her husband! Missing money, food poisoning, and the unexpected arrival of the boyfriend, Quincy, throws the whole family into chaos.

Members of the cast include Alison Klingler as Nola Tupper, Doug Warvel as Lawrence Tupper, Chelsea Fields as Audrey Tupper, Betty Byrd as Aunt Maggie, Charlene Godown as Helen Clark and Holden Klingler as Quincy Reardon.

Betty Byrd is the director.

Oakland’s dinner theater is well-known throughout the community. Those who attend are warmly greeted with valet parking and will enjoy wholesome entertainment. Those who attend the dinner on Saturday will enjoy a freshly prepared meal.

The play will be performed on Saturday and Sunday, March 9 and 10 as a matinee at 2 p.m. with snacks at intermission. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m.

Saturday evening with the play following at 8 p.m. Cost for the matinee is $10. Cost for the dinner and presentation is $22 for adults. Children 12 and younger will pay $15.

Make reservations by calling Brenda Coblentz at 937-548-1895 between the hours of 4 and 8 p.m. Tickets are going quickly, so call and get yours.

Proceeds from the dinner theater will go to help build schools in Nigeria.

The church is located at 8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Road, Bradford, Ohio 45308. This is 2 1/2 miles north of Gettysburg and four miles east of State Route 121 North.

Lenten program at St. Denis Church VERSAILLES – On four Thursdays of Lent, the parishes of St. Denis, Holy Family and Immaculate Conception are hosting a series of talks on the Theology of the Body. Christopher West is the presenter and will come via video.

Everywhere you look the fundamental truths of human life are challenged. We ask ourselves, what does it mean to be a human being in today’s world? Through the teachings of St. John Paul II in his Theology of the Body, you will discover a deeper understanding of our role in family and society. Learn how to better love and be loved by your spouse or future spouse. Gain new

insights on how to respond with clarity and compassion to hot-button issues on sexuality. The presentations will be held in the St. Denis Church basement, from 7-8:30 p.m. There is no charge.

The dates and topics are: March 14: An Education in being Human/The Great Analogy of Spousal love March 21: Man and Woman He Created Them/ Man and Woman He Redeemed Them March 28: The Resurrection of the Body/Celibacy for the Kingdom April 4: Marriage as a Sacrament/The Language of Sexual Love.

DCRTA to hold first ‘19 meeting GREENVILLE – The first 2019 general membership meeting/luncheon will be held on March 21 in the Brick Room of the BRC, Greenville, at 11:30 a.m.

The program, “Healthy Eating for Today’s Seniors”, will be presented by Lacie Grosch, registered dietician from Family Health.

Cost of the lunch is $8 and checks are payable to DCRTA. Reservations must be made to Jean Kelly by March 14. The menu will consist of homemade soup of the day, 2 cookies,

chips, and a box lunch of: club croissant or club wrap with ham, turkey, cheese, bacon, tomato, and lettuce, or a chicken Caesar salad.

Please indicate your choice of luncheon item when you make your reservation.

Make reservations using any of the following contact information: Jean Kelly, 606 W. South St., Arcanum, OH 45304; 937-423-0274 (leave message if no answer & note this is a phone number change from previously); or mjkelly@woh.rr.com.

NEW WESTON – Do you find yourself saying 5Ks aren’t for you? That you could never run or even walk that far? Instead of throwing in the towel before even giving it a try, you may want to find some inspiration from a man named Harry Fetter.

State of the Heart Care first became aware of Harry a few years ago when he attended the Heart and Sole 5K with Al Groth, a volunteer, current board member, and past board president for State of the Heart Care. Al assisted Harry in walking the entire course, and this has since become an annual tradition for the two of them. What makes this truly special is that Harry is completely blind, and has been most of his life.

Yet he doesn’t let this stop him from enjoying some of his favorite hobbies, which include walking five miles near his home in Winchester every morning.

Al said he has known the Fetter family for years, since he and Harry are

neighbors and Al farms some land Harry owns.

Harry enjoys spending time on his farm. His visual impairment does not stop him from tackling any task that may come his way.

When he was still farming his own land, Harry would drive the tractor with some assistance from his mother. Harry has painted his own house, and even continues to shovel his own drive when it snows.

Although currently his favorite thing to work on at home may just be his garden, which Al says, “is the best garden you will see in the county and has the straightest rows.” Harry uses strings in his garden with knots in them to help him know where to set up and plant the rows.

When asked what he’s gained from their tradition of walking in the Heart and Sole 5K, Al stated he and Harry have become closer friends. And according to Al, Harry really enjoys the opportunity of getting out of the house and spending the morning

Harry Fetter and Al Groth walk together in the Heart & Sole 5K presented by State of the Heart Care.

and afternoon of the race socializing. Harry has been an inspiration to Al, and Al plans to continue helping Harry stay involved with the 5K. They would love to see you come out and run or walk alongside Harry and Al this year on April 6, at State of the Heart’s sixth annual Heart and Sole 5K at Eldora Speedway. You can find a link to register at https://runsignup.com/ Race/OH/NewWeston/

HeartandSole5KOH. The Heart & Sole 5k is the second race in the Darke County Wellness Challenge. For information about the Challenge go to www.darkecountywellnesschallenge.com.

For any business or individual interested in sponsoring the race, or for any race day questions, please contact Erica Wood, Race Director, at ewood@ stateoftheheartcare.org or (937) 548-2999.

Baker Family Group to meet March 2 ARCANUM – The Baker Family Group Project will meet again March 2 at 1 p.m. at the Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society, 123 W. George St., Arcanum.

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UNION CITY – The Mississinawa Valley Spring Craft Show will be held on March 16 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come and spend the day shopping and also help support the eighth grade students going to Washington D.C. in the fall of 2019.

There are various local vendors, concession stand, bake sale and raffle prizes.

Keep checking on Mississinawa Valley Spring Craft Show Facebook page to see the list of vendors that will be there.

Anyone interested in having a booth at the craft show can call Sandy Denniston at (937) 968-4111.

This is their third informative meeting to obtain participants as well as research information and documents for the following Baker and related families: Henry Baker, Sr. and Elizabeth Poe; Michael Baker and Catherine Schmucker; Jacob Becker and Anna Marie Brecht and Elias Baker as well as other related names and siblings.

Their goal is to gather correct genealogy and family materials, photos and stories. They are looking to compile this into a master file. This is where they need group leaders to organize and help put together each child’s line of the above mentioned names.

These are some of the lines we are seeking help and direction with: Of Michael Baker and Catherine’s line-Jacob Baker and Sarah Michael. Of Henry Baker Sr. and Elizabeth Poe-Juliann Baker and Joseph Besecker; Elizabeth Baker and John Dull; Elias and Mary Baker; Josiah Baker and Mary Fourman; Lydia Baker and Samuel Fourman; and Mary Baker and David Swank.

Plan to attend if you are interested. Also, email Tom Pedtke, Group Coordinator, of your interest and an agenda will be supplied. If you can’t attend but would like to help, email tom@ pedtke.com. Information is also available on the AWTHS website at www.

arcanumhistoricalsociety. org. Contact at AWTHS is Annette Stewart.

Record organizers, researchers, writers, genealogy data entry are all needed. If you can’t type or have computer access or internet, we have people to help type and compile.

Contact them to get the information to their group.

GHS Class of 1955 GREENVILLE – Greenville High School of 1955 will hold its monthly luncheon at noon on Thursday, Feb. 28. They will meet at the Asia Buffet on Wagner Ave., Greenville.

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BAKER

– Jackie “Jack” L. Baker, 82, of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Joy Baker; parents, True and Edith Baker; and brother, Sonny Baker.

Jack graduated from Arcanum High School in 1956. He was a newspaper carrier for the Early Bird for over 35 years and loved being on the farm. He was passionate about his family, raising animals, and gardening.

He is survived by his children, Juanita Baker, Jeff Baker, Jennel (Mark) Massey, Jenny (Shane) Boone, and Jay Baker; grandchildren, Janette Baker, Josh (Melinda) Baker, Jeremy Baker, Brian (Tricia) Baker, Olivia Massey, Cole Massey, Ashton (Devin) Nafzinger, Brody Boone, Cayla Boone, Briana Baker; great-grandchildren, Jenna, Lucy, Caleb, Caiden, Viviane, Violet, Bravyn; siblings, Joan Rench, Donnie Baker, and Bud Baker.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304. A visitation was held leading into the funeral services.

Burial is at Gettysburg Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to State of the Heart Hospice, Greenville.

OLWINE – Vicky Jo Olwine, 72, of Arcanum, passed away on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 at 10:05 a.m. at Wayne HealthCare. She was born Nov. 20, 1946, in Union City, Ind. the daughter of the late Noah Franklin & Betty Jean Cook.

She was a school teacher, guidance counselor, athletic coach, and sports official at New Madison, Ansonia and Versailles schools. Throughout her 45-year career, Vicky supported, inspired, mentored, and touched the lives

of many youth, including multiple generations from the same families.

She graduated from Mississinawa Valley High School, Class of ’65, and went on to earn an undergraduate degree at Miami University and two graduate degrees from the University of Dayton; she was a member of the Ohio High School Athletic Association, the National Education Association, and The Order of the Eastern Star.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother in law, Harold Olwine, Jr. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Darrell G. Olwine of Arcanum; her daughter & son-in-law, Shannon Olwine & Mohit Mehta of Phoenix, Arizona; “grandpups,” Masala and Tikka; brother & sister-in-law, Kenny & Candi Cook; sister, Susie Collins; brother-in-law, Jerry Olwine; sisters-in-law, Beverly Cain and Jackie Olwine; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Services were held Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial is in Newcomer Cemetery, Arcanum. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the local chapter of the American Heart Association or the Mississinawa Valley Athletic Boosters with envelopes available at the funeral home.

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

HOENING – Tamara (Tammy) Delight Hoening, passed away on Feb. 18, at the age of 57. After a courageous, two year battle with colon cancer. She will lovingly be remembered, by her husband Ed Hoening, her children Rebecca Baker and Sara Sauer (Christopher). Also by her three grandchildren, Ha-

leigh, Ayden, and Joshua.

Her Mother, Joyce Lindsey, Brother, Mark Lindsey (Carol), Sister, Tina McKnight (Todd), and close Aunt, Bonnie Coon (Gary). She was preceded in death, by her Grandparents Donald and Vera Simmons and her Father in Law Carl Hoening.

Tammy graduated from Winchester Community High School in 1979, where she was an active member in the school’s music programs. She later earned a scholarship and received a nursing degree from Edison Community College.

She resided in Greenville, where she was a Registered Nurse at Wayne Hospital, for 25 years. Tammy dedicated her life, to helping others and loved her work.

She was a selfless, loving Mother and Grandmother.

She enjoyed cooking and baking for others, music, and spending time with her family.

Calling hours were held at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, 1499 North Broadway, Greenville, on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019. Per Tammy’s request, she will be cremated and the family will have a private burial service in Saratoga, Ind. The family would like to give a heartfelt thank you, to State of the Heart Hospice. She had an amazing care team, who went above and beyond. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Tammy’s memory, to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 North Broadway, Greenville, OH (937) 5482999. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

IRVINE – Bryan Eugene Irvine, 55, of New Madison, passed away Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 at the State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

He was born on May 12, 1963 in Greenville, to the late Ralph and Evelyn (Burhman) Irvine.

In addition to his parents, Bryan was preceded in death by his sister, Karmel Ann Irvine.

Bryan loved the outdoors. It was not uncommon for him to be trudging through the woods mushroom hunting or scouring the woods and fields for antlers. He loved cutting fire wood. Bryan was a machinist and enjoyed working for Moseys Manufacturing in Richmond, Indiana. He was a man of many hats. He had a hat for every occasion; he had work hats, dress hats, and everyday hats. Bryan loved to ride his Dragonfly-Green Harley Davidson Heritage Softail. Kelly and Kody would often fight over who got to ride with him. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. There was nothing more important to him and nothing brought him more joy than spending time with his wife, children and granddaughter.

Bryan is survived by his wife of 34 years, Kelly (Sink) Irvine, whom he married November 10, 1984; his children, Zachary (Shelley Burney) Irvine of Orlando, Fla., and Kody (Jared Nelson) Irvine of Dayton; and his granddaughter, Brooke Kaye Nelson; and his aunt, Julie (Bill) Dafler of New Madison.

A Celebration of Bryan’s life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2019 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Pastor Brian Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison.

Family and friends may visit on Saturday, from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

MARKER – Chalmer “Pop” Marker, 82, of Lakeland, Fla. and formerly of Greenville, died Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2019.

A celebration of life was held on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019 in Lakeland, Fla. A celebration of life will be held in Ohio at a later date.

LOY – Evelyn Irene Loy, 101, of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019 at the State of the Heart Care Center, Greenville.

She was born on Oct. 27, 1917 to the late Harry and Della (Brewer) Wenger of Stelvideo.

In addition to her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Marion Loy; and her brother, Virgil Wenger.

After graduating from Greenville High School, Evelyn married her high school sweetheart, Marion Loy, on July 2, 1938. She loved being a farmer’s wife.

Evelyn was an avid gardener and enjoyed canning the vegetables she grew. Aside from canning, she enjoyed cooking and baking for her family. Evelyn was an active member of the Teegarden Church, where she enjoyed teaching Sunday School. Evelyn loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed spending every moment she could with them.

Evelyn is survived by her children, Marilyn (Larry) Delk , and Dean (Jennifer) Loy, all of Greenville; her grandchildren, Jeffrey (Marie Jansen) Delk of Clayton, Ohio, Melissa (Greg) Schreck of Dayton, Ohio, Stephanie (Ryan) Beisner of Versailles, Ohio, and Nicole (Jay Clementz) Loy of Piqua, Ohio; her great grandchildren, Emily Schreck, Aiden Beisner, and Camden Beisner; her brother, Glenn Wenger; her brother-in-law, Gene Loy; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the Oakley Place of Greenville and the State of the Heart Care for the outstanding care they provided to Evelyn.

A celebration of Evelyn’s life will take place at noon on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 at Tribute Funeral Homes,

Greenville Campus with Pastor Eric Knight officiating. Burial will follow at Teegarden Cemetery.

Guests may visit with Evelyn’s family on Monday from 10 a.m. till the time of service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given ,in memory of Evelyn, to the Teegarden Church and Cemetery.

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

THOMPSON – On Dec. 6, 2018, Joyce L. Thompson, of Arcanum, passed away at Miami County Hospice. She is survived by her husband, Thomas Thompson, four children, three step children, five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Services have already been held.

COOK – Connie Cook, 69, of Greenville, passed away Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital. She was born November 13, 1949. She is preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Mary Denny; siblings, Audrey Reynolds, Donnie Denny; and beloved son Ben Cook.

Connie was a creative person talented in crocheting, painting, and cooking.

She was sharp witted and enjoyed spending time with friends and family.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years Bill Cook; children, Zack (Amber), and Jake (Carrie) Cook; grandchildren, Ian, Eli, Rose, Addison, William, Alexander, Jonathon, Madalynn, Zackariah, Katelynn, and Finnigan; siblings, Tony, Sam, Butch, Tom Denny, and Carol West; and friend, Donna Westphal.

A Celebration of life will be held on Sunday, March 3 from 1-4 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus in Greenville.

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MAGOTO – Joseph “Joe” A. Magoto, 68, of Greenville and formerly of Ansonia, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

He was born on August 29, 1950 in Greenville to the late Vitalise and Delores (Bornhorst) Magoto of Darke County.

In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his son, Aaron Magoto; his stepfathers, Norbert Magoto and Wilber Shotz; and his in-laws, Ervin and Ginny Baker.

Joe was a 1968 Versailles High School graduate. He married the love of his life, Linda (Baker) Magoto, on June 21, 1982.

Joe was a jack of all trades, but a master of none. He spent most of his life in the construction industry working for Horizon Unlimited in Texas and for Larry Batten of Ansonia.

Joe enjoyed spending time outdoors camping and fishing. In his free time, you could find him playing cards with his family and friends. Joe valued the time he was able to spend with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Joe is survived by his wife of 37 years, Linda; his son, Jeremy Magoto of Greenville; his stepchildren, Kelly (Kurt) Brown of Greenville, Tony (Rhonda) Gates of Ansonia, Steve Gates of Union City, Ohio, and Mark (Amy) Gates of Greenville; his six grandsons, three granddaughters, one great granddaughter, and his one great grandson that is on his way; and his sister, Pam (Paul) Weaver of Greenville.

A celebration of Joe’s life will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Rev. Mark Gates officiating. Burial will follow at Abbottsville Cemetery.

Guest may visit with Joe’s family from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.

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KLOSTERMAN

– Dorothy “Dolly Mae” Klosterman age 86, of Greenville passed away at 4:25 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center, Greenville.

Dorothy was born Oct. 7, 1932, in Versailles to the late Lawrence & Marie (McEldowney) Baltes.

In addition to her parents, Dorothy was also preceded in death by a son, Norman Klosterman Jr., grandchildren, Josh Born and Patrick Fitzgerald; 1 great-great grandson; and brother, David Baltes and a brother in infancy.

Dorothy is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Norman Klosterman whom she married April 22, 1950; children, Douglas & Donna Klosterman of Celina, Beverley & Jack Born of Greenville, Bruce & Lori Klosterman of Tampa, Florida, Annette & Emmanuel Umoren of Vandalia and Diana & Ted Fitzgerald of Greenville; grandchildren, Douglas & Pam Klosterman Jr., Dulcey & Wes Patterson, Mike & Nicole Hill, Brandi & Ty Figel, Amanda Treadway, Elizabeth & Brent Broering, Tyler & Laura Dailey, Kaitlyn Dailey, Benjamin Fitzgerald and EJ Umoren; 25 great-grandchildren; and brothers & sister-inlaw, Donald & Esther Baltes of Tucson, Arizona and Darren Baltes of North Carolina.

Dorothy was a nursing assistant at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville for 22 years and loved her job. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville.

Dorothy loved spending time with her grandchildren traveling and fishing.

She also enjoyed flowers and gardening. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and was always so very kind hearted.

A private graveside service will be at the convenience of the family in St. Paul Cemetery in Sharpsburg with Rev. Fr. Matt Feist officiating. Memo-

to the funeral home to assist with funeral expenses.

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BROCIOUS – April Annett Brocious, 45, of Arcanum, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

She was born on June 23, 1973 in Dayton to Rex Wilson of Greenville and the late Shelba (Schafer) Wilson.

April enjoyed attending Pleasant View Missionary Church and St. John Lutheran Church. She was a proud member to the US Twirling Association. Baton twirling was a huge passion in her life. She received the state champion in twirling four years in a row and performed twice for the Cincinnati Bengals halftime show. April was a waitress for countless years and loved the relationships she was able to make through waitressing.

A lot of people would know her from waitressing at Traditions, Wagon Wheel, and Buffalo Jacks. She was also the backbone of Brocious Plumbing, Heating, and AC, which she managed with her husband.

April was a selfless person. She always put her family needs first before her own. Her Mom, Shelba, was her best friend and they never went a day without talking to each other multiple times. April had such a caring and generous heart. She always went out of her way to help those in need. April was a very determined person and strived to meet every goal she made. She loved to go for car rides, or as she would call them, being “chauffeured” by her husband. April appreciated the little things in life, she was the most caring, selfless, and genuine person you could ever meet.

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A celebration of April’s life will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 at 10 a.m. at Pleasant View Missionary Church, 5231 Gettysburg-Pitsburg Rd, Greenville, OH 45331, with Pastor Allen Sudmann officiating.

Burial will follow in St. John Church Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 from 4-8 p.m. at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus and on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be given to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, 205 West 700 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101.

April, her mom, and her grandmother all put countless time, money, and effort into this organization. Her grandmother, Mary Katherine, started the Greenville chapter.

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SKIDMORE – William “Bill” F. Skidmore, 94, of Nottingham, MD, formerly of Harford County, died Feb. 4, 2019. A memorial service was held Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Joppa, MD. Condolences may be left on the guestbook at mccomasfuneralhome.com.

BESECKER – Debra L. Besecker, 65, of Arcanum, died Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 25, at Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St. Arcanum, OH 45304. A visitation will be held 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

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CASEY – Lee B. Casey, Jr., 70, of Covington, died Monday, Feb. 18, 2019. No services to be held. Condolences may be left for the family at www. stockerfraley.com.

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Beltone Hearing & Audiology moving GREENVILLE – Beltone Hearing & Audiology has been located in downtown Greenville for more than 50 years and will soon be moving to a new location. Why are they moving? “Our patients deserve the best and highest quality of care; therefore, we are expanding our office to ensure each and every individual that comes through our door receives the attention he or she requires,” they said.

Beltone Hearing & Audiology will be opening its new location on March 4.

The new facility, located at 5178 Children’s Home Bradford Road, across from Koenigs (also known as the John Deere dealership), will provide more equipment and space to see patients without having high waiting times. Because of the space, the new facility offers more testing equipment, hearing instrument fitting rooms, verification testing, and counseling rooms to ensure patients and their families leave the office well-educated and comfortable knowing they made the right decision by coming to Beltone Hearing & Audiology.

Beltone, a leading innovator in hearing technology, is marking 79 years of providing the finest hearing instruments, by offering free, no-obligation hearing screenings and product savings. Beltone has pioneered countless industry breakthroughs in hearing aid design, performance and comfort over the years. It remains the most trusted brand for quality products and care among adults aged 50 and older.

Beltone offers many state-of-the art models that fit nearly every hearing loss, type, and budget.

These hearing instruments are virtually invisible in the ear, deliver natural sound quality and reduce background noise for listening comfort.

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This product can also be controlled through a smart phone. Current users state their favorite feature is being able to stream a phone call directly to the hearing instruments. In other words, your hearing aids turn into bluetooth and you can hear the conversation in both ears! Another highlight of the Beltone Amaze is the remote care access. For example, if you are traveling to Florida during the winter months, but still want access to adjustments, you can simply send a text message to us; we will be able to make adjustments to the hearing instruments without you having to come to our office.

In addition, Beltone offers the industry’s most comprehensive aftercare program, called BelCare.

At no cost to the customer, BelCare offers lifetime care for Beltone hearing aids, including complimentary annual hearing screenings, hearing aid inspections with cleaning and repair at over 1,600 Beltone Hearing Care Centers throughout North America.

Owner and clinical audiologist, Dr. Kylie Young, was born and raised in Darke County. She was diagnosed at age 4 with a severe hearing loss in both ears, and she has been wearing hearing aids ever since. She is eager to meet members of the community and help promote hearing care for residents of all ages. If you have noticed you or a loved one having difficulty hearing, or simply want to get a baseline test, call us today at 937548-4242 to schedule a free hearing screening.

With all the excitement of the new location, Beltone Hearing & Audiology will be holding an Open House with special prices.

You don’t want to miss this opportunity!

The open house will be held March 6, 7, and 8 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; no appointment necessary. They will be offering Saturday hours on March 9, by appointment only; call today at 937548-4242 to get on the schedule.

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Rimmers celebrate with transplant team LINDA MOODY

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District 84 Representative Susan Manchester, R-Waynesfield, left, presents Versailles Health Care Director Lindsey Gehret with a commendation for the facilities newest addition – a Memory Care Unit for those battling dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Manchester commends Memory Care Unit SUSAN HARTLEY

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VERSAILLES – District 84 State Representative Susan Manchester, R-Waynesfield, visited Versailles Health Care’s new Memory Care Unit open house on Thursday, presenting facility director Lindsey Gehret with a commendation from the Ohio House of Representatives.

The 15-bed unit, which will focus on Montessoribased care, is now open.

“This is such a great innovation,” Manchester said about the Montessori technique, which provides individualized care based on the patient’s current needs.

Manchester said she was honored “to recognize the facility for the work they are doing in the community. It’s so important. They make the patients feel at home.

It’s so valuable for a person to be treated with dignity.”

Manchester also noted

how the Memory Care Unit will work with families of patients, calling the facility “a place their family member can be and know they are being cared for.”

Currently there are six patients in the unit, Gehret said.

Families can choose between private and semiprivate room options.

“We’re very excited,” Gehret said, to offer the newest care choices for dementia and Alzheimer’s patients.

“It’s a very individualized approach,” to care, Gehret explained.

Activities, for example, include normal daily chores, including folding their laundry or taking a shower.

Therapy activities will be determined according to each person’s abilities according to their needed level of care.

For more information, contact the health care facility by calling 526-5570.

Council hears proposals RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – At the regular meeting of Greenville City Council on Tuesday, the city’s administration asked council to consider two projects that would benefit homeowners and local small business owners or prospective business owners. According to Safety Service Director Curt Garrison, both projects could provide an economic boost to the city.

The first of the two projects discussed would benefit the city’s property owners. The city and the Greenville CIC (Community Improvement Corporation) would partner with property owners to provide funds to enhance their property.

This would be a dollar-fordollar match with the total cost of the project ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, which means property owners would have a $500 to $5,000 investment. Projects could go over the $10,000 limit, but property owners would be responsible for the additional cost.

Projects that could be included are roofs, refurbishing a porch, painting, sidewalks, etc. Projects inside the home would not be covered by this program.

This would be a reimbursable grant.

“We’ve talked more about economic development in the mayor’s office in the past month than we have for a mighty long time,”

said Garrison. Their brainstorming sessions centered around “different ways, we as a city, can influence and impact capital investment in our community.”

The city currently has an income tax incentive geared toward adding employees.

It also has a Community Reinvestment Area (CRA) and, if council approves it next month, they will have Downtown Revitalization Districts (DRD), which are incentives based on property taxes. There would be minimal funds available through these incentives to put back into businesses or infrastructure.

According to Garrison, the city doesn’t have a midrange economic development program. He proposed a revolving loan fund. Midrange would be considered $100,000 to $200,000 projects.

He would like to see a fund of approximately $400,000 for this program. “I don’t believe all of it would need to be funded by city council, but a good chunk of it.” He suggested the CIC has some funds that could possibly be used.

These loans would carry a lower interest rate than could typically be found at a bank.

The city’s finance committee will be tasked with determining if either of these proposals are feasible and if funds are available.

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WAYNE LAKES – Darke County couple John and Melanie Rimmer celebrated their two-year anniversary of receiving and giving, respectively, their kidneys.

They were among 10 people who participated in a five-way, single institution kidney exchange on Feb. 14 two years ago at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Five were recipients and the other five were donors.

This was the medical center’s second largest kidney donor chain to date.

Each recipient had a relationship with a donor, but not their donor from whom they received their life-saving organ donation.

John Rimmer contracted MRSA (a bacterium that causes infections in different parts of the body) eight or nine years ago, which subsequently caused his kidneys to shut down.

“I was diagnosed with renal failure in September

2015 after I had to get an annual physical for work,” he said. “I had a 10-12 percent kidney function. Technically, I was in full renal failure. I started dialysis in September 2015. I was on dialysis three days a week for 3 1/2 hours at a time in Greenville.”

All the while, he kept on working at Regal Plumbing and Heating in Sidney.

The couple said it was his brother, a nurse in Columbus, who got them an appointment at the nephrology center.

After that visit, they were on their way home when they received a call, setting up his first appointment. They told John he was a prime candidate for a kidney transplant.

According to the Rimmers, medical officials look for three things that signify compatibility of the donor and donee ... blood type, tissue and the size of the kidney.

“They did a daisy chain of everybody to get a perfect match (in the five-way kidney transplant),” she said.

John and Melanie Rimmer of the Wayne Lakes area have gotten good reports at their recent checkups. After he received a kidney and she donated one two years ago. (Courtesy photo)

Members of the team in addition to John and Melanie were Ann, a friend of Beth’s daughter; Bill and his daughter’s boyfriend Cullen; Matt and his mother Cheryl; and sisters Patricia and Lisa. John received Ann Jenkins’ kidney; Bill Serfaty of Spain received Melanie’s; Cullen donated a kidney to Matt; Cheryl donated to Patricia; and Lisa was a donor for Beth.

On the day of surgery, John was the first recipient,

while Melanie’s surgery took place last. Each one of their surgeries took approximately five hours.

“Everyone is doing great,” Melanie said. “We just had our two-year checkup; I am now released for life and John doesn’t have to go back for one year.

“The reason I wanted to donate is I wasn’t ready to let him go,” said Melanie.

“We have been married over 30 years. We have two daughters and three grandsons. We have built a life together. I didn’t want to go through it alone. I wanted him to be there to share it together.”

“It was a confusing road of bureaucratic red tape to get to the right people,” said 55-year-old John. “The whole experience gave me a different outlook about things. My whole ordeal is truly a blessing.”

The Rimmers encourage anyone interested in possible transplants to contact OSU at 614-293-6724.

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FCCLA project to benefit county’s homeless shelter SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE - Thanks to two members of the Greenville Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), the pantry shelves at the Darke County Homeless Shelter will be filled for a while.

As part of their FCCLA Advocacy project, juniors Haleigh Behnken and Layne Claudy planned a non-perishable and canned food drive to benefit the shelter.

The two students contacted Carol Littman, deputy director at Community Action Partership, who oversees the shelter to learn about the its need for food.

“Homelessness isn’t just a problem in the big cities,” Claudy said. “But also in Greenville.”

The food drive was opened up to students at Greenville Middle School, grades 5-8, as well as a contest between the FCCLA and junior and senior classes at the high school, Behnken said.

“I haven’t seen any other groups at the high school

collecting food” for the shelter this year, Behnken said. “We wanted to help out the community.”

Behnken said they received some donations from her father Travis Behnken’s co-workers at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

The drive netted 402 items, which Claudy and Behnken plan on delivering to the CAP office this weekend.

“That is wonderful,” Littman said of the successful food drive. “We always have a need for food.”

According to Littman, during 2018 99 individuals – including 35 children – called the shelter home for a time.

“If a family of five stayed five nights, we count that as 25 nights, times three meals” per day, Littman said, adding that the shelter’s grant monies are limited.

“We have a clothing bank and use monies from that to support our shopping for food,” Littman said. Also, she explained, patrons of the shelter who have access to food stamps are encouraged to use them while receiving services.

Haleigh Behnken, left and Layne Claudy collected more than 400 food items for the Darke County Homeless Shelter as part of their FCCLA Advocaty project.

As part of their Advocay project, Behnken and Claudy also wrote a research paper documenting what they learning and how they implemented the food drive. The project will be entered into the regional FCCLA competition set

for March 2.

Both girls said they plan on continuing their high school studies with the Careers With Children program at GHS, then furthering their education and working with children in the future.

A graduate of Lewisburg High School, McCullough joined the U.S. Army following graduation and has served the past 23 years, the first 10 years in active duty then as an Army Reserve Drill Sergeant.

Nearing retirement from military duty, McCullough said he saw the county’s job posting in the newspaper and decided to apply.

“I’m looking forward to becoming part of a community, getting back to a small town.” McCullough said, as is his wife Amy and their four children. “We’ve moved about 50 times in the last 24 years.”

McCullough said his experience working with the government in the military as well as at some small plants in the Troy area will be beneficial to his new position with Darke County.

According to Commissioner Matt Aultman, there were several applicants for the facilities and safety manager.

“We took in quite a few resumes,” Aultman said, adding several phone and face-to-face interviews were conducted before calling McCullough back for a second face-to-face interview.

McCullough hired as Darke County facilities and safety manager SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – County commissioners welcomed a new employee during their regular session on Wednesday.

Carl McCullough of Palestine has been hired to fill the position of facilities and safety manager for the county.

Earlier this month, commissioners accepted the resignation of Rodney O’Connor, who was hired last summer to replace long-time employee John Cook, who retired in No-

Carl McCullough began his duties Feb. 19 as the county’s new facilities and safety manager.

(Susan Hartley photo)

vember.

O’Connor was offered a position at his former place of employment and will vacate his Darke County position at the end of February.

McCullough’s first official day on the job was Tuesday, Feb. 19.

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Phelan internship and scholarship offered VERSAILLES – Phelan Insurance Agency, Versailles, is offering a joint internship and scholarship award in memory of its founder, James B. Phelan, who died in 2015.

The award is open to current college students who attended high school in Darke, Miami, Mercer, Shelby or Auglaize counties. Applicants must be majoring in business, ďŹ nance, marketing, ac-

counting, insurance, or risk management, and must have completed 2 years of college by Dec. 31, 2018.

The award includes a paid internship at Phelan Insurance Agency, Versailles, plus a scholarship of up to $5,000, with the opportunity to renew the following year. The recipient will be expected to serve a full-time internship during the summer of 2019. Applications are available at

www.darkecountyfoundation.org/scholarshipinformation. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2019.

For questions, contact the Darke County Foundation at (937) 548-4673 or dcf@darkecountyfoundation.org. The Darke County Foundation is a community foundation dedicated to improving the lives of local residents by receiving, managing and distributing charitable gifts.

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The tour will begin promptly at 6 p.m., allowing plenty of time to shop and explore in the historic district at the end of the tour. If you purchase tickets, it is very important you arrive in time for the tour to begin exactly at 6 p.m.

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GADC has new location for dog training

Shown are winners in the annual Anna Bier Gallery Elementary Art Exhibit.

Gallery presents art exhibit GREENVILLE – Feb. 10 marked the second annual Elementary Art Exhibit in the Anna Bier Gallery.

There were nearly 50 entries submitted collectively

by Greenville, Versailles, St. Mary’s, DeColores Montessori and the Homeschool Community.

The exhibit reflected the works of children between Kindergarten and Sixth grades and their work did not disappoint. It was a beautiful display of creative talent across the board and despite the weather, parents, teachers and patrons came out and filled the gallery with overwhelming support.

The gallery invited two outside judges to take on the difficult task of award placement for each grade. Award winners are: (2D Category) KINDERGARTEN: Ashlyn Gibson/1st Place; Sadie Schilling/2nd Place; Charlie Hunkin/Honorable Mention – FIRST GRADE: Troy Gehret/1st Place; Claire Poeppleman/2nd Place; Sofia Royer/3rd Place; Leah Rindler/Honorable Mention – SECOND GRADE: Drew Porter/1st Place;

Mardi Gras at libraries

WEST MANCHESTER – On March 4 at 4 p.m. at the West Manchester Branch and March 5 at 4 p.m. at the Eldorado Branch, Preble County District Libraries will host its Mardi Gras Party.

There will be crafts for the kids, games, prizes such as beads and masks, drinks, and snacks.

Xander Jones/2nd Place; Kyra Bergman/3rd Place; Tara Seger/Honorable Mention; THIRD GRADE: Scarlet McNulty/1st Place; Kayla Jay/2nd Place; Trina Tuente/3rd Place; Erin Winner/Honorable Mention; FOURTH GRADE: Kayla Magoto/1st Place; Ava Rismiller/2nd Place; Sami Elam/3rd Place; FIFTH GRADE: Zachary Ward/1st Place; Haley Mescher/2nd Place; Rachel Wright/3rd Place; Brooklyn Kreusch/ Honorable Mention; SIXTH GRADE: Jeremy Reece/1st Place; Liam Jasenski/2nd Place; Tyler Barga/3rd Place; Kassondra Gambill/ Honorable Mention - (3D Category) Tessa Beatty/1st Place; Madison Billig/2nd Place; Elijah Bowers/3rd Place; Ella Bowers/Honorable Mention - BEST OF SHOW: Space Bubbles by Scarlet McNulty.

This exhibit will run through March 2019. The Anna Bier Gallery exhibits and events are made possible through the gracious support of Second National Bank, Darke County Endowment for the Arts, Ketrow Foundation, Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund, Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial, Darke County Foundation, and through all the generous contributions of our loyal members and sponsors.

The Gallery will be open every day by appointment.

Please contact Tamera McNulty, executive director, at 937-564-5863 to visit the gallery or for any questions.

You may also visit them on Facebook for more information.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Area Dog Club will off its obedience classing beginning March 19.

Training will be held in their new training facility at 940 Front St., Greenville (former site of McClain’s Inc.).

Obedience classes begin Tuesday, March 19 and include Puppy (12-weeks to 6-months) and Beginner Obedience. For those who have completed the beginner class, advanced obedience will be offered. AKC Rally and Advanced Obedience will also be offered.

They now have four instructors who have been certified to do pet therapy through Therapy Dogs International. If you have a dog that has the right temperament, the first step is to take basic obedience classes and pass. The second step is to be evaluated

by Becky Baker, instructor and evaluator.

You must pre-register with Barb, 548-0338, or Becky, 337-0292, for all classes. Completion of registration and orientation for obedience classes is from 6:30-7 p.m. on March 19. There is no class that night. Do not bring dogs the first night unless you were told to bring your dog for a fitting of a collar. You will meet your instructors and be shown your ring.

Agility classes will be offered on Thursday evenings with a date to be determined. The classes include Introduction to Agility, Beginners, and Advanced Agility. Preregistration is required for agility classes. To pre-register, call (937) 692-5310.

Preregistration is available at www.greenvilleareadogclub.com. Visit the home page and click on registration. The next page will give a choice of obedience or agility. Print out and complete the reg-

istration forms. Include a check or money order for $80 and a copy of the dog’s vaccination papers from the veterinarian.

Call before filling out

forms and sending the payment to make sure there is room in the classes. The deadline for forms and payment is March 10.

You will be given an ad-

dress when you call.

Dogs must be up-todate on vaccinations. Veterinarians need to certify all vaccinations given at home or by a breeder.

NEW MADISON SUPERMARKET CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

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Copy of entire ad available at the store starting Monday morning.

AD PRICES IN EFFECT MON., FEB. 25 - SAT., MAR. 02, 2019 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8-9, Sun. 10-8 WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES - NO DEALER PURCHASES *Additional purchase requirements do not include the item, 24 pack soft drinks, tobacco products and alcohol products*

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PRODUCE ................................................

3 lb. Sweet

CLEMENTINES 3.99ea ................................................

3 lb.

IDAHO POTATOES 1.39ea ................................................

3 lb. Michigan

GALA APPLES 2.49ea ................................................

3 lb. Michigan McIntosh, Red or Golden

DELICIOUS APPLES 2.19ea ................................................

2 lb. Mini Peeled

CARROTS 1.79ea ................................................

Pint Sweet Grape

CHERRY TOMATOES 1.49lb ................................................

1 lb.

STRAWBERRIES

1.99ea

While Supply Lasts ................................................

DAIRY ................................................

Ajoyo ½ Gallons

reg. 3.59

Smith Dairy 16 oz.

reg. 2.69

Smith Dairy 16 oz.

reg. 2.39

Smith Dairy 16 oz.

reg. 2.19

Yoder’s 8 oz.

reg. 2.59

ALMOND MILK 2.49ea ................................................

COTTAGE CHEESE 1.99ea ................................................

SOUR CREAM 1.39ea ................................................

FRENCH ONION CHIP DIP 1.39ea ................................................

SHREDDED CHEESES 1.99ea ................................................

Yoder’s 8 oz.

reg. 2.19 CHUNK CHEESES 1.99ea ................................................

Kraft 12 oz. reg. 3.59

AMERICAN CHEESE SINGLES 2.49ea ................................................

Kraft 8 oz. Philadelphia

reg. 2.99

CREAM CHEESE BARS 1.69ea ................................................

Florida’s Natural 52 oz. 100% reg. 3.99 ORANGE JUICE 2.99ea ................................................

FROZEN ................................................

Essential Everyday reg. 2.49-2.99 11.25-16 oz. Garlic Breadsticks, Texas Toast or GARLIC BREAD 1.99ea ................................................

Morning Star 8-9 oz. reg. 4.29 Griller Burgers or

BREAKFAST PATTIES 2.99ea ................................................

Banquet 24-28 oz.

reg. 3.99

FAMILY ENTREE DINNERS 2.99ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 13 oz. reg. 2.79 SOFT PRETZELS 1.99ea ................................................

Ore Ida 16-32 oz. reg. 3.99 Onion Rings, Tater Tots French Fries and Assorted POTATOES 2.49ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 12 oz. reg. 1.69 Steamable or 16 oz. Regular VEGETABLES .99ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 12.3 oz. reg. 1.99 FROZEN WAFFLES 1.09ea ................................................

12 Inch reg. 4.39

TOMBSTONE PIZZAS 2.99ea ................................................

MEAT In Store Made, Bulk or Stuffed Italian PORK SAUSAGE 2.79lb ...............................................

In Store Made, Lunch Meat and HAM SALAD 3.49lb ...............................................

Guggisberg Baby SWISS CHEESE 3.99lb ...............................................

Carolina 96% Fat Free TURKEY BREAST 2.19lb ...............................................

Blue Grass PICKLE & PIMENTO LOAF 3.99lb ...............................................

Blue Grass PEPPER LOAF 3.99lb ...............................................

Blue Grass DUTCH LOAF 3.99lb ...............................................

Store Brand BAKED HAM 2.99lb ...............................................

Wilson’s HARD SALAMI 5.29lb ...............................................

Troyer’s CHOPPED HAM 2.69lb ...............................................

Kentucky’s Best BOLOGNA 1.39lb ...............................................

Bob Evans 20-24 oz. reg. 3.69 Mashed Potatoes or MACARONI & CHEESE 2.99ea ...............................................

Arctic Shores 12 oz. 41-51 Ct. reg. 7.99 COOKED SHRIMP 5.99ea ...............................................

Arctic Shores 16 oz.

reg. 5.99

Eckrich 14 oz.

reg. 3.49

Eckrich 8.3 oz.

Smok-y Original

reg. 2.99

Oscar Mayer 8.9-10.7 oz.

Fun Pack

reg. 2.79

COD FILLETS 4.99ea ...............................................

SMOKED SAUSAGE 2.99ea ...............................................

BREAKFAST SAUSAGE 2.69ea ...............................................

LUNCHABLES 2.49ea ...............................................

CHICKEN LEGS .99lb ................................................

CHICKEN THIGHS .79lb ................................................

Center Cut or Butterfly Cut Boneless PORK LOIN CHOPS 1.99lb ................................................

Cubed PORK CUTLETS 2.99lb ................................................

Whole, Boneless, Avg. 8-10 lb.

PORK LOINS 1.79lb ................................................

73% Lean In 3 lb Pkgs or Larger GROUND BEEF 2.19lb ................................................

Beef Boneless Rolled & Tied RUMP ROAST 3.99lb ................................................

Beef Boneless CUBED STEAKS 3.99lb ................................................

Beef Boneless Eye of ROUND STEAKS 3.79lb ................................................

GROCERY Kraft 16 oz. Pourable

reg. 2.99

Quaker 11.5-14 oz.

reg. 3.99

SALAD DRESSINGS 1.59ea ................................................

CAP’N CRUNCH CEREALS 2.09ea ................................................

Quaker 42 oz.

reg. 5.79 OATMEAL 2.99 ea ................................................

Quaker 9.8-15.1 oz. reg. 3.49 INSTANT OATMEAL 2.49ea ................................................

Quaker 6.1-10.1 oz. reg. 2.99 GRANOLA BARS 1.99ea ................................................

Maxwell House 30.6 oz. reg. 7.99 Original GROUND COFFEE 5.99ea ................................................

Heinz 20 oz. reg. 2.79 SQUEEZE KETCHUP 1.99 ea ................................................

Keebler 10-13.8 oz. reg. 3.29 Pretzel Thin or Original

TOWN HOUSE CRACKERS 2.49ea ................................................

Nabisco 3.5-9.1 oz. reg. 3.99 Triscuit, Wheat Thins and Assorted SNACK CRACKERS 2.69ea ................................................

Chicken of the Sea 5 oz. reg. 1.19

OIL OR WATER LIMIT 2 PACK TUNA .69ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 46 oz. reg. 1.89 TOMATO JUICE 1.29ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 10 oz. reg. 2.49

CHUNK CHICKEN BREAST 1.79ea ................................................

Kraft 7.25 oz. reg. 1.49-1.89 3 Cheese or “Blue Box”

MACARONI & CHEESE .99ea ................................................

Planter’s 16 oz. Dry Roasted or reg. 4.29 COCKTAIL PEANUTS 2.49ea ................................................

Kraft 9.4-14 oz. reg. 3.99 Velveeta Shells or Deluxe

MACARONI & CHEESE 2.99ea ................................................

Kraft 7.9-15.6 oz.

reg. 3.59

Kraft 22-30 oz.

Real Mayonnaise or

reg. 3.99

Essential Everyday 10-12 oz.

reg. 2.19

SKILLET DINNERS 2.99ea ................................................

MIRACLE WHIP 2.49ea ................................................

TORTILLA CHIPS 1.79ea ................................................

Essential Everyday reg. 2.29-2.49 11 oz. Cheese Curl Puffs or 9 oz.

POTATO CHIPS 1.89ea ................................................

Keebler 11-14.8 oz. reg. 3.29

CHIPS DELUXE COOKIES 1.99ea ................................................

Keebler 11.2-11.3 oz.

Classic Shortbread or

reg. 3.69

100 oz. Liquid Laundry

reg. 15.99

Bear Creek 8.4-12.1 oz.

reg. 4.39

PECAN SANDIES 1.99ea ................................................

TIDE LIMIT 1 DETERGENT 11.99ea ................................................

DRY SOUP MIX 2.99ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 15 oz.

reg. .99

Essential Everyday 14.5-15.25 oz.

reg. .99

Essential Everyday 14.5-15 oz.

reg. 1.09

KIDNEY OR CHILI BEANS .69ea ................................................

VEGETABLES .59ea ................................................

TOMATOES .69ea ................................................

12 Pack 12 oz. Cans Select Varieties

7-UP PRODUCTS 3/11.00 ................................................

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SERVICES OFFERED MOWING, large or small jobs. Also Landscaping, Shrub Trimming, Spraying/Fertilizing, Snow Removal. Reasonable rates. References available. Very dependable.

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548-1075, 5328 Michelle St Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity 2 BR apt. Range, refrigerator, w/d hookup. $435 + deposit & utilities. 112 Sweitzer St, Greenville. No Pets.

937-548-2108 1 BR furnished upstairs apt in Greenville. Tub/ shower combo. Water & appliances provided. $300/mo. No Pets. No Smoking.

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Between Greenville & Versailles.

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CALL US TODAY 937-316-3782 NOTICE OF 2019 ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS TO BE HELD ON MARCH 28, 2019 To the Members of WAYNE HOSPITAL COMPANY:

March 1, 2019

The Annual Meeting of Members of Wayne Hospital Company (the “Hospital”) will be held at Wayne Hospital, 835 Sweitzer Street, Greenville, Ohio, on Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. in the Administration Board Room. The purposes of the Annual Meeting are for the Members to consider and vote upon the following:

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(1) Election of four persons to serve as Trustees of the Hospital.

John Dutro, M.D., General Surgeon; John Warner, President/CEO of Brethren Retirement Community; Todd Durham, Vice President/Trust Officer of Second National Bank; and Daniel Watren, Registered Representative of Prenger Financial Services, Inc. are the individuals nominated by the Board of Trustees to represent Darke County on the Hospital Board. The Board of Trustees whole-heartedly endorses these individuals for election to the Board of Trustees for a three year term; (2) To approve amendment to Section 5.4 of the Amended and Restated Code of Regulations of Wayne Hospital Company which is recommended by the Board of Trustees; (3) Transaction of such other business as properly comes before the meeting.

Each Member of record in the membership book of the Corporation on the record date for a meeting of Members shall be entitled to one vote on each matter properly submitted to the Members for their vote. To assist the election process, the Board of Trustees is requesting each member to sign and return the enclosed Proxy in the enclosed pre-addressed, postage-prepaid envelope as soon as possible. Members may also vote or change or rescind their vote on a previously submitted proxy in person at the meeting.

By Order of the Board of Trustees Travis Fliehman Chair, Board of Trustees Wayne HealthCare • 835 Sweitzer Street • Greenville, Ohio 45331 Phone: (937) 548-1141 www.waynehealthcare.org

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HELP WANTED Massage Therapist needed for growing business in Versailles.

Reasonable rent w/ possible bonuses. 937423-1219

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

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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.

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

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 937-547-0851, 937548-3330 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer.

HELP WANTED Full or part-time Carpenter. Minimum 2 years experience. 5482307 Experienced seasonal Dump Truck Drivers needed. Class A/B licenses w/good driving record. Call or text Greg at 937-459-9131

OPEN HOUSE SUN., FEBRUARY 24, 2019 1 TO 2:30 928 WASHINGTON AVE GREENVILLE, OH 45331 Immediate occupancy on this 3 Bedroom 1 story home with 1 car garage. Stop in to see all the updates this home offers. New Price on this home.

Deanna Harrison, agent

GREENVILLE 516 WAYNE AVE. NEW LISTING $76,900.

4 Bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, over 1700 sq. ft. living space.

(783939) 301 ORCHARD DR. NEW PRICE $182,700.

3 Bed, 2 bath, 2 car att. Garage, fenced in backyard, great room many updates.

(780834) OUT OF GREENVILLE 3631 S CREEK DR. WAYNE LAKES NEW LISTING $135,000.

3 Bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage, 2 lots, inground pool, deck, hot tub.

(784246) 123 CLAY ST. BRADFORD $24,900.

2 bed, 1 bath home, 1.5 det. Garage, fenced in backyard.

(757262) 2586 HOLLANSBURG SAMPSON RD NEW MADISON $132,900.

3 Bed, 1 bath, 2 car garage, many updates on this property.

(779232)

1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

937-547-3077

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! OPEN SUNDAY MARCH 3RD FROM 1 TO 2:30 PM 3631 S. Creek Dr. Greenville, OH (Wayne Lakes)

Step on out to Wayne Lakes where this well maintained 3 bedroom home awaits you!

The private back yard is ready for the joys of summertime living. The large deck overlooks the 16x32 in-ground pool that comes with new solar cover, new pump, winter cover, a robotic cleaner for easy cleaning, and a new filter. After the swim you can relax in the hot tub. There is also a nice screened in porch for those rainy evenings. Nice sized owners suite that can fit a king sized bed.

In the appliance packed kitchen you will find oak cabinets and will include the stove, refrigerator, and microwave. The garage measures 26x33 and is large enough for 2 vehicles.

(784246) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Melissa Rosenbeck.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! OPEN SUNDAY MARCH 3RD FROM 2 TO 4 PM 116 N. Main St. Hollansburg, OH

This is a unique property with a main house and a small rental house on the same lot. The main 2 story house, 1567 sq.’, features 4 bedrooms, 1 bath, woodburning insert as well as a hot water/ steam broiler for central heat, a 1+ attached garage, a lean to, and a large carport. The small house has 417 Sq. ‘ with I full bath, with separate electric and gas meters. It is currently rented and rents for $325.00 per month.

(782703) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Shirley Rasor.

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AMISH CREW

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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

260-701-8020

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 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 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 WANTED TO BUY Cars/Trucks, running or not UP TO $500. Free pick-up. 937-423-2703 or 937-621-5809 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 Local buyer paying cash for antiques. Arcanum, Greenville, Darke Co & Darke Co Fair items & any other collectibles.

No furniture bigger than a washstand. 692-8050 Wanting portable sewing machine with free arm on it. 765-9640124 SPECIAL NOTICES A PLACE FOR MOM has helped over a million families find senior living. Our trusted, local advisors help find solutions to your unique needs at no cost to you.

1-855-204-5180 70 years old, kids are grown. Still need your life insurance? Or is a big LIFE SETTLEMENT CASH PAYOUT smarter? Call Benefit Advance. 1-877-3329643 WANTED TO RENT WANTED FARMGROUND TO RENT: $260/acre, SPRING PAYMENT, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. (937) 564-6351 HOUSEHOLD Needs a new home!

Recliner rocker, dark green, good condition, adult-size chair. Freebie if picked up. 937947-1495

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OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, MARCH 3RD 1:00-2:30 P.M. 3615 SCENIC HEIGHTS DR., GREENVILLE This property has it all! Over 2,000 sq ft home with a boat dock in the back yard. Super nice property with many updates, not to mention the super-sized master suite.

5794 GREENVILLE PALESTINE RD., GREENVILLE Welcome to the country! Nice brick ranch style home sitting on over a half acre lot with a big back yard with trees for your summer enjoyment. Inside there is over 1,300 sq ft of living space for you.

6431 GETTYSBURG-PITSBURG RD., BRADFORD Very nice 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home sitting on almost 1/2 acre with a 24’x72’ pole barn/garage with an office and overhead heater. Lots of room both inside and out. Located in the Greenville School District.

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A HANDYMAN’S PROJECT! 2-ST 5 BR home w/LRM, FRM & DRM. Items included are: some interior replacement doors, new natural gas furnace, most duct work & some bath fixtures still need to be installed. Electric service has been updated. MLS 781593 #4571 “LIKE NEW” ENGLISH TUDOR IN NORTH SECTION OF ARCANUM. Gourmet’s dream KIT. Formal entry & DRM. Great rm has gas fireplace. 3 BR – main BR has walk-in closet. 2½ BA – owners’ BA has whirlpool tub + spacious glass enclosed shower. MLS 742664 #4547 NEW LISTING! Lots of updates in this cozy 2 BR home. New carpet in LRM & BRs. New electric panel. Some vinyl replacement windows. 2-car detached garage + storage building. MLS 783646 #4586

FRONT AND BACK units at 411 Euclid!

Front has 2 bedrooms and rents for $465 per month. Back unit has 1 bedroom and rents for $350 per month. $79,000.

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.

IN PITSBURG at 222 Lumber Street is a 1½ story 3 bedroom home! 24x9 enclosed front porch; utility building. Mid 50s.

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

IN NEW HARRISON 7713 US RT. 36 - New roof in Oct. 2018 on this 1½ story home. 3 bedrooms; freestanding stove; 20x22 barn. Upper 20s.

7669 US RT. 36 - Corner lot with this 3 bedroom home! Oak cabinets in kitchen; 2 car detached garage and a utility shed.

Upper 60s.

7668 US RT. 36 - 2 bedroom home has all new floor coverings; updated with vinyl siding; roof; septic system; windows; insulation; well pump; water heater; meter and electrical box. 1½ car garage. Mid 70s.

IN GETTYSBURG 243 BRIDGE STREET - 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-story home. Mid 40s.

109 CLAY STREET Newer roof, vinyl windows and soffit with this 4 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story brick. Upper 40s.

132 W. MAIN - Vinyl siding on this 2-story, 3 bedroom home. Low 30s.

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Greg Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

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PRIVATE SALE OF REAL ESTATE BY SEALED BID RONDA J. POSPISCHIL

Ronda J. Pospischil, will take sealed bid on the real property located on the west side of Shields Road and south side of Folkerth Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331 identified as follows: 71.14 acres more or less of tillable agricultural ground, (bare ground-no improvements), Township of Van Buren, Darke County, Ohio. Parcel ID No. Q62-0-309-17-00-00-103-02.

The subject property is being sold “as is”. The sealed bids will be accepted at the Law Office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC, 2840 Alt. St. Rt. 49 N., Suite A, Arcanum, Ohio, until Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. Ohio time. Bidder must clearly set forth his/her bid in a total dollar amount. The sealed bids will be opened at the office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC on the same day, Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. Ohio time. All interested bidders who have submitted sealed bids may be present at the opening of the bids and may raise their bids.

Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. The successful bidder shall enter into a contract for the purchase of said real estate subject to no contingencies. The successful bidder shall pay $25,000.00 earnest money deposit on date of sale. The balance of the purchase price shall be due and payable upon delivery of an Ohio Warranty Deed no later than April 6, 2019. At the closing, all real estate taxes and assessments, if any, for the year in which the closing takes place shall be prorated to the closing date using the short form tax proration method based upon the most recent real estate tax bill for the Property.

Such proration shall be final, and after such proration is made the successful bidder shall be responsible for paying all installments of such taxes and assessments becoming due and payable thereafter, including CAUV recoupment costs, if any. Possession shall be given at closing. Any statements made on day of sale shall take precedence over any statements made in this advertisement. A bid packet including a map of real property and bid form will be available at the office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC, Attorneys at Law at 2840 Alt. St. Rt. 49N, Suite A, Arcanum, Ohio 45304 or call (937) 692-5278.

MISC. FOR SALE PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation.

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

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FINANCIAL REPORT The annual ďŹ nancial report of the Darke County Family & Child 1st for 2018 has been completed.

The report is available for inspection at the ofďŹ ce of Carol Ginn, Darke County Auditor, Courthouse, 1st Floor Greenville, Ohio 45331.

LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE OF VOLUNTARY DISSOLUTION OF JOMMY PROPERTIES, LLC Notice is hereby given that on January 11, 2019, JOMMY PROPERTIES, LLC, Ohio Limited Liability Companies, having their principal office at 7029 Alt St Rt 49 E, Arcanum, OH 45304, by resolution of its members elected to voluntarily dissolve and wind up its affairs, and that a Certificate of such Voluntary Dissolution will be filed in the Office of the Secretary of State of Ohio on March 11, 2019 JOMMY PROPERTIES, LLC CAROLINE R. SCHMIDT GARBIG & SCHMIDT, LLC. ATTORNEY 2840 ALT ST RTE 49N P. O. BOX 100 ARCANUM, OH 45304-0100 2/24, 3/3 2T CITY OF GREENVILLE On February 19, 2019, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: ď Ť Ordinance #19-19 amending personnel list of the City ď Ť Ordinance #19-20 amending uniform llowances pursuant to codified ordinance section 252.16 ď Ť Resolution #19-21 adopting now for 2019 through 2021 housing revolving loan fund plan ď Ť Resolution #19-22 authorizing the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Choice One Engineering Corp. for the rendering of professional engineering consultation services for the installation of a water line at the Broadway Bridge ď Ť Resolution #19-23 authorizing the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Tree Masters ď Ť Resolution #19-24 authorizing advertising for bids for reconstruction of South Ohio Street ď Ť Resolution #19-25 authorizing the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Oaks Engineering, LLC for the rendering of professional engineering services in 2019 ď Ť Resolution #19-26 authorizing the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Jones & Henry Engineers, Ltd. for the rendering of professional engineering consultation services for the replacement of sewer plant clarifiers ď Ť Ordinance #19-27 rezoning several tracts of land for Wayne Healthcare expansion project 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 2/24, 3/3 2T

NMPL will host Freeman NEW MADISON – New Madison Public Library is proud to host Kellen Freeman from Delaware County District Library, on Friday, March 1, 5 p.m. Freeman will share how DNA tests can enhance your genealogy research. He will compare feedback from the top four companies as well as discuss some of the pros and cons of sending your DNA out into the world of genealogy research.

This event kicks off their One Book: Many Communities events and is being held in conjunction with the following libraries in Darke and Miami County: Arcanum, Bradford, Edison State Community College, J.R. Clarke, MiltonUnion, Piqua, Tipp City, and Troy-Miami County.

Join them at 142 S. Main St., New Madison. Light refreshments will be provided by Friends of NMPL.

The 2018 Annual Financial Report of the Community Improvement Corporation of Darke County has been completed. The report is available for inspection at the Darke County Economic Development OďŹƒce located at 537 South Broadway, Suite 201, Greenville, OH 45331.

FINANCIAL REPORT The annual ďŹ nancial report of the Darke County Health Department for 2018 has been completed.

The report is available for inspection at the ofďŹ ce of Carol Ginn, Darke County Auditor, Courthouse, 1st Floor Greenville, Ohio 45331.

BURIALS LISTED - Hollansburg The following is a list of interments for the Hollansburg Harrison Township Cemetery in 2018.

January 14, Danny Richards, 84 January 17, Lucy E. Hedger, 85 January 18, Barry Alexander, 64 January 23, Carolyn L. Doddridge, 76 February 6, Junior C. Moore, 90 February 12, Matthew L. Spurrier, 38 May 26, Joan M. Laux, 79 June 10, Kathryn N. Williams, 91 September 1, Juanita Wiley, 96 November 14, Jerry Myers, 81 December 10, William F. Metzcar Jr, 72 December 17, Frances E. Jackson, 86

BURIALS LISTED

New Madison—The following is a list of interments for the Greenmound Union Cemetery in 2018.

October 5,2015 John E. Lease, 50 January 2, Bruce N. Moore January 9, Vivian Falknor, 92 January 9, Samuel Stevens, 86 January 28, Omer K. Hicks, 87 February 21, Mary A. Back, 87 February 23, Susan J. Hora, 66 March 3, James K. Hill, 89 March 5, Patricia A. Oliver, 85 March 5, Ronald Fourman March 15, Robert D. Fryman, 92 March 19, Kathy L. Cook March 30, Joan I. Eley, 92 May 1, Betty J. Whittaker, 77 May 14, Mary J. Whittaker, 83 May 17, Esther J. Newman, 88 May 22, Stephen B. Eubank, 79 May 23, Caryl Spencer, 83 May 25, LaJeanne R. Stump, 70 June 4, Rex Garber, 85 June 12, Dewitt L. Harter, 86 June 21, Larry E. Troutwine, 73 July 10, Marthel L. Maupin, 79 July 31, Robert M. Eley, 68 August 1, Karmel A. Irvine, 58 August 26, Sandra K. Martin, 75 September 17, Delbert Braund, 88 September 27, Ricky D. Allen, 59 October 15, Franklin E. Weyrick, 82 October 15, Joyce A. Livingston, 78 October 24, Ronnie L. Wiley November 15, Edward J. Armacost, 77 December 3, Ray E. Eby, 96 December 25, Laurie J. Spurlock, 44 December 27, Dola F. Roll, 86

AU C T I O N E E R D I R E C T O R Y Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc Mike Baker, Auctioneer/Broker

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

937-548-2640 www.midwest-auctioneers.com

Jeff Slyder Auctioneer/ REALTOR

937-547-3202 CELL # 937-423-2656 Real Estate Auctions Real Estate Listing/Selling Agent Coin Specialist - Estate Auctions Doing Business Since 1996 Selling locally and around the globe rich@edwardsauctions.com

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Phone: 937-459-7731 slyderauctionservices@bright.net

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Grant Bussey 937-564-6250 Auctioneer/ Realtor • Estates • Real Estate • Ag & Farm Machinery • Personal Property

Darke Co. Foundation Scholarships deadline GREENVILLE – Seniors from the class of 2019 who attend a Darke County high school or are home-schooled in Darke County may apply for scholarships from the Darke County Foundation. (New this year – students may live outside Darke County and attend a Darke County high school.) Application deadline is March 31.

Students planning to attend a 4-year college, 2-year college, or shorter vocational program are encouraged to apply.

By ďŹ lling out one general application, seniors are eligible for about $160,000 in awards.

Students must complete and submit the application online at www.darkecountyfoundation. org/scholarshipinformation. The following criteria is considered, not necessarily in this order: grade point average, ACT score, activities, ďŹ nancial need, and essay. ACT score is

Spaghetti supper set GREENVILLE – The Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143 will host a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, March 9, 4-7 p.m., at the Greenville Masonic Temple, 200 Memorial Drive, Greenville.

The dinner includes spaghetti with meat or vegetarian sauce, salad, bread sticks, coffee, iced tea or punch (pop is extra). The suggested donation is $6 for adults and $3 for children (12 and under).

Proceeds will beneďŹ t State of the Heart Care.

If you are unable to attend, a donation would be greatly appreciated. Please send donations to Greenville Masonic Lodge #143, PO Box 44, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or donations can be made at the door on March 9.

Tickets may also be purchased at the door.

Genealogy Society meets

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Genealogy Society will have a meeting on March 3, 2 p.m., at Garst Museum, Lowell Thomas Room, Greenville.

This meeting is open to anyone.

The speaker will be: Misti Spillman.

She is a graduate of University of Evansville, with a degree in archaeology and history, a year at University of Memphis, learning Egyptian hieroglyphs, and grad school at Wright State, majoring in Public History (museum and archival studies).

She did several cemetery projects and has cleaned markers and monuments at Woodland Cemetery in Dayton. Her talk will be on safe ways to clean markers that will not damage the stone and other topics. The regular meeting will follow the refreshments after her talk.

not required if desired school does not require it. Provisional recipients will be announced at each high school’s graduation. Scholarship money will be disbursed following the student’s ďŹ rst semester in college,

FINANCIAL REPORT Hollansburg

The 2018 Financial Report for the Hollansburg Harrison Township Cemetery is complete and available for inspection at the clerk’s office, 250 N. Main Street, Hollansburg

FINANCIAL REPORT New Madison

providing the student earns at least a 2.75 grade point average.

Since 1986, the Darke County Foundation has awarded over $1.5 million to local students. DCF is a community foundation dedicated to

improving the quality of life for Darke County residents by receiving, managing and distributing charitable gifts. For more information, call (937) 548-4673 or visit www.darkecountyfoundation. org.

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2006 TrailBlazer $5995.

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PUBLIC AUCTION

SAT. MARCH 2ND. 2019 – 9:00 A.M. DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.M. 5862 KRUCKEBERG RD. GREENVILLE; OH 45331

DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton; Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx.

1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – The auction starts at 9:00 A.M. with box lots, Regular online auction starts at 10:00 A.M. Go to edwardsauctions.com for more information and pictures. Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www. edwardsauctions.com or auctionzip.com; enter auctioneer ID # 3426 at the bottom of the page; click on the current auction date; click on bid now button to enter auction. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction.

ANTIQUES-COLLECTIBLES-ANTIQUE FURNITUREFISHING TACKLE-MOWERS-GARAGE ITEMS Antique Furniture-Dresser W/Mirror; Dove Tailed Kitchen Cabinet; Bedroom Furniture; Wood Rocking Chair; Cedar Chest; and Other Furniture Pieces; G.E. Dryer; Antiques/Collectibles- Copper Apple Butter Kettle; Corn Sheller; R.R. Jacks; Oil Lanterns; Brass & Glass Oilers; Wood Crates; Large Selection of Fishing Lures & Tackle; Minnow Buckets; Vintage Tools, Wrenches; Log Chains; Older Bicycles; Tricycle; Sleds; Large Selection of Hand Tools; Misc. Glassware; Sev. Bradford Exchange Collectible Plates -Disney, Elvis, Princess Di, Marilyn Monroe, Van Hygan & Smythe and Others; Lenox by Imperial 12 days of Christmas; Wizard of Oz Music Boxes; Crocks; Mowers/Garage Items-Like New Troy-Bilt 30� Riding Mower; Troy- Bilt Push Mower; Snapper Push Mower; Snow Blowers; Wheel Barrow; Misc. Tool Boxes; NIP-Portable Lighting; Metal Shelving; Too many items to list. Come out and enjoy the auction with us!

OWNERS- CHARLES E. LARSH AND OTHERS

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

937-547-3202 CELL # 937-423-2656 email: Rich@edwardsauctions.com

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5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00AM *PREVIEW IS FRIDAY, MARCH 8TH FROM 12:00PM TO 5:00PM*

Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. Âź mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Birdâ€?.

(WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) Antiques & Collectibles – 1964 Impala SS 2-Door, 4 Speed Car – 20 Ft. Enclosed Car Trailer with extra height & winch – 40 Ft. Semi Storage Trailer with shelves – “NEW� Body Shop Supplies – “NEW� & like new Automotive Shop & Body Shop Equipment – Air Compressor – Tire Changer – Portable Vehicle Lift – Sandblasters – Car Rotisserie – Engine Hoist – 20 Ton Shop Press – Parts Washer – Pedestal Grinder/ Polisher – Transmission Jack – Paint Gun Cleaner – (3) Vintage Mopar Muscle Car rebuilt V-8 (ready to install) Engines – Ford 6 Cylinder Engine with manual Transmission – 1960’s & 1970’s Mopar-Ford-GM Fenders, Doors, Bumpers, Chrome, Grills, Heads, Trans., Rear Ends, Carbs, Suspension Parts, Lights, Lenses, Tires, Wheels & more!

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• ALL items must be paid for the day of auction. • ALL items are sold as-is. • We must collect Sales Tax (EXCEPT on titled vehicles). • TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Food from Heavy Smokers BBQ available on site! • Complete listing in next week’s Early Bird. • Preview is Friday, March 8th from 12:00PM to 5:00PM. • REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions‌What You Bid Is What Office: 937.316.8400 You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby Cell: 937.459.7686 Michel Werner Auctioneer & Staff

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2017 KIA SOUL

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$6,795 2017 Kia Soul, 1.6 ltr., 4-cyl., FWD, remaining factory warranty, only 27,XXX miles, WAS $14,499 ....................................... $13,995 2016 Kia Sportage LX, 2.4 ltr, 4 cyl., 6-speed auto, FWD, only 27,XXX miles ............................................................... $15,995 2015 Jeep Patriot Latitude, 2.4 ltr, 4 cyl., 4x4, 33,XXX miles..NOW $15,500 2015 Chevy Trax LT, 1.4 ltr, Turbo, 4 cyl., FWD, white, only 27,XXX miles, WAS $14,995....................NOW $14,700 2015 Chevy Trax LT, 1.4 ltr, Turbo, 4 cyl., AWD, New Tires, red, WAS $15,995 .............................................................NOW $15,700 2015 Honda CR-V Touring Edition, 2.4 ltr, 4 cyl., AWD, loaded, only 40,XXX miles, WAS $23,495 ..............................NOW $22,995 2013 GMC Yukon Denali, 6.2 ltr, V8, AWD, sunroof, DVD, loaded, WAS $25,995 ................................................NOW $24,995 2013 Chrysler Town & Country, 3.6 ltr., V6, touring edition, FWD, DVD, loaded, very clean, blue, WAS $14,750............NOW $13,995 2010 Honda Odyssey, 3.5 ltr, V6, Touring Edition, sunroof, 4 new tires ............................................................. $12,995

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$7,795 2007 Chevy HHR LT, 2.4 ltr., 4 cyl., sports wagon, FWD, only 91,XXX miles WAS $6,995 ............................................ $6,795 2006 Buick LaCrosse CXS, FWD, new tires, sunroof, only 66,XXX miles ................................................................. $7,995 2003 Pontiac Grand AM SE, 3.4 ltr V6, FWD, local trade, only 68,XXX mi., very nice car!!............................................. $3,995 2003 Jeep Liberty, 3.7 ltr., V6, 4x4, new tires, 128,XXX miles One Owner ...................................................................NOW $5,995 2002 Pontiac Montana, 3.4 ltr, V6, FWD, 7 Passenger................ $2,995 2002 Dodge Ram 1500, 5.9 ltr, V8, 4x4, short bed, Quad Cab, WAS $4,495 ...............................................NOW $3,995 2000 Ford Ranger-Super Cab, 3.0 ltr., V6, 4x4, Local Trade, only 15,XXX miles, WAS $7,995 ........................................... $7,795 1995 Buick LeSabre, 3.8 ltr., V6, custom sedan, local trade, 132,XXX mi ......................................................... $2,495 1963 Buick Riviera, 430 Cubic Inch, 2 owners, very well maintained.....

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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 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 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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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 GMC ½ TON SUBURBAN SLT 4WD, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., white, 186,661 miles ........................................................................................................................ $4,995 ...........$3,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 160,151 miles..................... $6,995 ...........$5,900 1998 FORD F150 SUPER CAB 2WD P.U., 4.6L V8, all power, good cond., green, 185,079 miles .......... $3,995 ...........$2,500

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 PONTIAC G6 4 dr., 3.5L V6, well eqipped, exc. cond., blue, 167,492 miles ................................... $5,996 ...........$4,900 2007 AUDI A4 QUATTRO, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, black, 177,453 miles ... $5,995 ...........$4,500 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 1994 JAGUAR XJS CONVERTIBLE, 4.0L 6 cyl., leather, loaded, show car, maroon, 52,066 miles...... $17,995 .........$16,500

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