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Keepers of Freedom exhibit at Garst getting a make-over SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – A group of dedicated volunteers have been busy organizing and cataloguing items in the Garst Museum’s military room.

Now known as Keepers of Freedom, the second floor display will be organized chronologically, beginning

with America’s first battles through today’s military presence.

David Manges, Garst’s military consultant, began an internship at the museum while a student at Wright State University. Manges, a 30-year U.S. Army retiree, was earning a master’s degree in public history when he came across the Garst Museum.

Calling the museum’s

The New Madison Volunteer Fire Department members broke ground on their new fire station. (Clinton Randall photo)

New Madison breaks ground on new fire station CLINTON RANDALL

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NEW MADISON – The New Madison Volunteer Fire Department will have a new building to call home by the end of 2019. Crew and family of Station 11, along with village and township officials, gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony Sunday afternoon at the site of the new firehouse.

The 4.1 acre land, located at the corner of Wilt Road and Duffield Street, was donated to the New Madison Community Volunteer Fire Company, Inc. by the family of Dale Anderson in honor of his memory.

The new pre-manufactured fire station was designed by Don Miller and will be 12,560 square feet, with major upgrades from the 5,000 square-foot existing station – built in the 1950’s.

“Getting a new station

means a lot,” said Station 11 Fire Chief Robert “Scoob” Cook. “Our team has been working on this for the last 5-6 years…and now we will finally have room for all of our equipment!”

“I would like to personally thank the community for all of their support,” he added.

Brumbaugh Construction Company will lead the construction, which is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year and cost $1.8 million. Larger bays and bay doors, more spacious meeting and training rooms and more parking are some of the major improvements for the 100 percent volunteer fire department – who responded to 189 calls in 2018.

The New Madison Community Volunteers Fire Company, Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit organization.

Anyone interested in making donations are urged to call 937-996-3021.

Commissioners approve hire of outside counsel SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – Commissioners on Monday approved an application for the county prosecutor’s office to hire legal counsel if charges are filed in a theft allegation.

According to Prosecutor Kelly Ormsby, allegations of theft against a relative of a Darke County Sheriff’s Office employee have been made.

The accusation is being investigated by the state attorney general’s office, Ormsby said, noting the

sheriff’s department “didn’t feel comfortable” looking into the situation.

If charges are filed, senior assistant attorney general Christian H. Stickan will further investigate the allegations, Ormsby said.

Also Monday, commissioners set the date of March 27 as the deadline for accepting bids for the resurfacing and application of centerline and edgeline markings on various county and township roads.

Bids will be accepted until 1:30 p.m. March 27, in the commissioners’ offices in the County Administration Building.

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photos, weapons, newspaper clippings, personal letters, uniforms and a variety of mementoes carried home

by Darke Countians returning from war.

One interesting item is a letter written by Annie Oakley to Pres. William McKinley offering the assistance of 50 lady sharpshooters to serve during the SpannishAmerican War. Another exhibit highlights Carl Boyer, a Navy Signalman from Darke County who was the first to telegraph the message that Pearl Harbor was under attack.

Manges said the museum continues to accept donations from Darke County residents for Keepers of Freedom.

“Just last month we received a World War 1 Navy uniform,” he said.

Volunteers working on cataloguing and updating Garst Museum’s military exhibit, Keepers of Freedom include, left to right Carolyn Fletcher of Greenville, Dave Manges of Beavercreek, who is serving as the museum’s military consultant and Norma Schilling of Greenville. (Susan Hartley photo)

Keepers of Freedom, said Dr. Clay Johnson, director of the museum is a “significant improvement. We wanted to bring the Keepers of Freedom display up to current museum standards.

Dave has been a huge asset to us.”

The display boards and

exhibit area for Keepers of Freedom are being designed

by Dustin Nealeigh, owner of Nealeigh Design Group in Greenville.

For more information about Keepers of Freedom, call Garst Museum at 937548-5250.

Wayne HealthCare is a destination for care RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Wayne HealthCare is quickly climbing the ladder as one of Miami Valley’s leaders in providing patients with the best care through the latest technology. Through their many partnerships and alliances local residents can be close to home for cancer care, dialysis, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation… Now, through their partnership with Orthopedic Associates of SW Ohio (OASWO), Wayne HealthCare is on the cutting edge of technology with the region’s only Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology for partial and total knee replacements.

They also become one of the first to add the Arthrex Endoscopic 4K Camera Systems “We talk a lot about Wayne HealthCare becoming a destination and we really already have,” said Dr. Safet Hatic, of OASWO. “We’re doing a lot of innovative things here. We enjoy a rewarding partnership with Wayne HealthCare. These are tangible examples of how the hospital is committed to delivering the best care to the community.” He added that this is a unique

opportunity for him and his partners because this is the only place they have access to this robot technology.

It’s not just Greenville and Darke County that benefit from the technology offered at Wayne HealthCare. “It’s a remarkable opportunity for us to offer that to our patients around the greater Dayton area – north, south, east and west.

It allows us to truly make Wayne a destination for orthopedic care,” said Dr. Hatic.

The Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology allows the surgeon to be more precise. The surgeon is able combine preoperative navigation and computer assisted surgery into one.

“Every patient gets exactly what they need at the very moment,” he said. “We minimize soft tissue trauma. We minimize operative time, which is going to have tangible benefits for the patient to recover more expeditiously.” The surgeon is very much a part of the process and the Mako unit is a tool, but according to Dr. Hatic it is a tool that makes them better, more accurate and more predictable.

Being more precise can also reduce the need for opiates, length of hospital stay, inpatient physical

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therapy and post-operative pain.

“We did our first total knees in December and we’ve been keeping it busy since and there’s no end in sight,” he added. “It’s very unique for a community hospital to be doing the volume that we’re doing.”

He noted that his patients always “rave about their experience at Wayne. The folks are happy and grateful for what we’re doing up here. It’s putting Wayne on the map for orthopedic surgery.”

Dr. Hatic not only praised Wayne HealthCare for its commitment to providing the latest technology with the Mako unit, but also pointed out, “It’s the only place I work that has 4K video graphics.” He called

the new equipment in the operating room “phenomenal.” Wayne HealthCare’s Arthrex Endoscopic 4K Camera Systems is used for minimally invasive surgeries.

The public will have an opportunity to see and learn more about the Mako unit and the 4K audio and video opportunities on Saturday, March 9 from 2-4 p.m. at Wayne HealthCare. Dr. Hatic will be joined by Dr. Chad Weber who will offer remarks at 2:15 p.m. Community members are invited to meet both surgeons and get a behind-the-scenes look at the Surgery Center.

“This is a rare opportunity for the community to go into the operating room and get a sense of where we do it and what we do.”

Notify auditor of damaged property GREENVILLE – Carol Ginn, Darke County Auditor, is pleased to announce that Real Estate property owners may claim a reduction in the taxable value of their Real Estate property for buildings that have been destroyed, torn down, or damaged, regardless of the time of year the destruction or damage occurred.

Enacted legislation by

the State of Ohio enables Real Estate property owners to claim the reduction at any time regardless of the cause of the damage (fire, wind, etc. or torn down).

The amount of reduction would be prorated on the basis of the calendar quarter in which the damage occurs.

Property owners must file the Form-DTE 26 with the County Auditor for the re-

duction. Real Estate property destroyed or damaged during the first 3 quarters (Jan. thru Sept.) must be filed by Dec. 31 of the year of the damage. Real Estate property destroyed or damaged in the last quarter (Oct. thru Dec.) must be filed by Jan. 31 of the following year.

For additional information, please contact the

Darke County Auditor’s office, in the Courthouse, at (937) 547-7316 or 547-7317, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except holidays or you may print the required FormDTE 26 from the County Auditor’s Web Site at www. darkecountyrealestate.org.

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military exhibit “eclectic,” Manges said he “saw a need” to document every artifact and donation made to the museum’s military exhibit – most of which has been donated by Darke County families.

“We’re not only tasked to display and educate, but also to preserve,” Manges said.

Phase 1 of the Keepers of Freedom exhibit is complete and begins with a display honoring Lt. Col. William Darke, for whom the county is named. Darke served with Gen. Arthur St. Clair in the Battle of the Wabash.

Phase 1 also includes items representing the county during the SpanishAmerican War in 1898.

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Mother cited for child endangering; children found naked near street Juvenile Complaint

On Feb. 26 an ofďŹ cer responded to the report of two young children who were naked at the corner of Locust and East Third streets. The ofďŹ cer located the complainant who said she had one of the children in her vehicle.

The child had no clothes on and was wrapped in a blanket. The other child was still outside and had on only leggings and rain boots. According to the ofďŹ cer’s cruiser, the temperature was 25 degrees at the time. The ofďŹ cer placed both children in the cruiser and wrapped them in a blanket. When asked their names they gave “Sissyâ€? and “me.â€?

The girls did not know their names, their parents’ names or their address. The children, who are twins appeared to be approximately three years of age. It was unclear how long the children had been outside. Greenville Township Rescue arrived and transported the girls to Wayne HealthCare. OfďŹ cers began looking to see if they could determine where the children came from. They eventually found a home in the 400 block of East Third Street with its interior doors open. There were toys on the oor inside the house and cartoons were playing on the television. An ofďŹ cer also found a pair of underwear that had been

soiled. Two ofďŹ cers made entry inside the residence to see if there was an incapacitated adult, but no one was located. While searching the residence, the offender, Kylee Holbrook walked in the back door. She informed the ofďŹ cer she was unaware the kids were missing and thought they were at her residence with a babysitter. She told ofďŹ cers she had to take another child to school and an upstairs neighbor was supposed to be watching the other two children. Holbrook said the sitter must have left to go to work or something. The ofďŹ cer called the sitter’s work and was told he’d called in sick.

Kylee said she left at 9:45 a.m. to drop off her child at school and ended up staying until 10:15 a.m.

The ofďŹ cer contacted the school and they veriďŹ ed the time frame Holbrook was there. Childrens Servives told the ofďŹ cers they would not be taking the children. The neighbor who Holbrook said was supposed to be babysitting called the ofďŹ cer and explained he had been at the hospital all night and was never asked to watch the children. A check was made on Holbrook and it was determined she had no other reports or charges of child endangerment. Holbrook was served a citation of child endangering and advised

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of the violation. The children were returned to Holbrook.

Drugs

On Feb. 23 an ofďŹ cer observed a vehicle traveling north hound on Euclid Avenue in the area of Pine Street. Through LEADS/NCIC, the ofďŹ cer conďŹ rmed the registered owner of the vehicle Charles Phillips was driving on a child support driver’s license suspension, which was issued Feb. 13, 2019, through indeďŹ nite. A trafďŹ c stop was conducted at Euclid Avenue. The ofďŹ cer was familiar with Phillips and requested the sheriff’s K9 unit respond to the scene. There also was a female passenger in the vehicle, Andrea Gabbard.

According to the report, both subjects have a prior drug history. The ofďŹ cer asked Phillips for his license, registration and insurance paperwork. He was not able to locate the insurance information.

The ofďŹ cer also asked if there was anything illegal in the vehicle. Both Phillips and Gabbard said there was not. When the K9 unit arrived and conducted an open air sniff test of the vehicle, the K9 alerted on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Phillips was asked to exit the vehicle and was searched.

Another ofďŹ cer performed a search on Gabbard. A search of the vehicle was conducted and revealed a cigarette box containing a white powdery crystal substance with the appearance of meth. On the passenger seat, a plastic baggie was found, containing a crystal white substance, similar to meth. Several syringes were found inside the car, along with digital scales, a cutting utensil, a rig, and mirror with powdery residue. While searing the vehicle, several residents of Euclid Avenue reported they saw a metal tube container in the street lawn area in their front yard.

The residents advised the container was not there earlier in the evening.

The metal tube contained an unknown white powdery substance, similar to meth. Also in the street near the metal container, ofďŹ cers found three $5 bills, which were dry even though it had been raining for some time. Phillips and Gabbard were detained and placed in the back of two cruisers. Gabbard admitted the scale, cutting utensil and rig were hers. Gabbard also stated she did not know there were any drugs in the car and she didn’t see anything thrown out the window of the car.

Phillips said he did not know how the drugs got into the car, and that they were not his. He also said he was not familiar with the metal object found outside the vehicle. The evidence collected from both the car and the yard

were taken to Greenville Police Department and were placed into property. The approximate weight of the meth was 1.3 grams. The suspected meth was also tested and showed positive for meth.

The suspected meth was sent to BCI for further testing .The vehicle was towed by Dillmans. Phillips and Gabbard were transported to the Darke County Jail and both were charged with possession of drugs. Further charges are pending.

Shoplifting

On Feb. 6 an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to Tractor Supply Company (TSC) on Wagner Avenue on the report of a shoplifting. The ofďŹ cer found the defendant, Casey Bowman running from behind the business with several items. Once Bowman saw the ofďŹ cer, he ran and hid behind a van parked behind Subway.

The complainant made contact with the ofďŹ cer and said he witnessed the defendant take the items.

Another ofďŹ cer made contact with employees at TSC to conďŹ rm the items were stolen. TSC said they wanted to pursue charges. Through the investigation it was found Bowman exited the rear of the store with $352.92 worth of tools, passing all points of sale and throwing the items over the rear storage area fence.

The defendant then ran around the fence and ed without making payment.

Bowman was issued a misdemeanor citation for theft and was released to his mother.

Wanted person

On Feb. 21 an ofďŹ cer saw a male subject who had an active warrant walking in the 100 block of Montgomery Street.

The male was identiďŹ ed as James Randolph. Randolph’s warrant was from Montgomery County for failure to appear on an original charge of DUS. Upon searching Randolph, the ofďŹ cer located a small plastic bag of a crystal substance that appeared to be meth. Randolph admitted it was meth, was transported to the Darke County Sheriff’s OfďŹ ce, where he was incarcerated for the warrant on a $1,000 bond and awaited pick up from Montgomery County.

The suspected meth was transported to the GPD to be sent to BCI for analysis.

On Feb. 27 an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to the intersection of Plum and Morrow streets on the report of suspicious males.

The complainant advised the subjects had been getting into vehicles, but was not sure if they’d taken anything. The ofďŹ cers located the subjects and identiďŹ ed them. They agreed to be searched and nothing was found. One of the subjects Jacob Miles did have an active warrant from Preble County.

He was transported to the Darke County Jail on the original charge of possession of meth with no bond. The other subject was released.

On Feb. 22 while on routine patrol, an ofďŹ cer observed Daniel Griggs walking in the alley between East Fourth and East Fifth Street. The ofďŹ cer was familiar with the defendant and knew he had two outstanding warrants for his arrest. ConďŹ rmation of the warrants revealed one for a parole violation with Adult Parole and another from Darke County for a probation violation. He was transported and incarcerated in Darke County Jail.

TrafďŹ c Stop

On Feb. 22 an ofďŹ cer witnessed a vehicle make an inappropriate lane change when making a left turn. The ofďŹ cer began following the vehicle and saw what appeared to be a cigarette being thrown from the vehicle.

The ofďŹ cer conducted a trafďŹ c stop and found the vehicle’s operator, Kymberlee Burton and passenger David Cannizzaro.

While speaking with Bur-

ton, the ofďŹ cer observed a ball cap sitting on top of an item where the cup holder is located. Cannizzaro attempted to grap the hat before it fell off the item is was sitting on.

At that time, the ofďŹ cer determined the item to be a can of alcoholic tea. The can was cold to the touch and was three-fourths full. The ofďŹ cer poured out the beverage and kept the can for disposal. Burton was cited for marked lanes and Cannizzaro was cited for open container and received a warning for littering.

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Sommer represents congressional district at NSBA conference in D.C.

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – Again this year, the Greenville City School district was represented at the Jan. 2729 NSBA (National School Boards Association) conference, hosted by the Advocacy Institute.

Greenville School Board member Jim Sommer was one of two representing Ohio’s 8th Congressional District during the conference, which is held annually in Washington, D.C. His fellow 8th Congressional District representative was Lakota Local and Butler Technology Career Development board member Lynda O’Connor.

This year’s conference focused on IDEA – the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act, with the NSBA urging Congress to begin the reauthorization process to provide full funding to districts for students with disabilities.

The original promise, Sommer said, was to federally fund school districts 40 percent of the cost to educate their students with disabilities. “Greenville gets about 10 percent,� Sommer said, explaining the need for funding due to students who may need all-day aides, specialized care during the

Greenville School Board member Jim Sommer discusses his experiences attending the NSBA annual conference in Washington, D.C. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

school day and programs to assist with their educational needs. “We have some students who have an aide with them from when they leave their front doors until they return home after school,� Sommer explained.

According to information provided to conference attendees, the last time IDEA was reauthorized was in 2004. Today, the federal government invests less than $1,760 per student per year in educating children with disabilities.

Sommer said Greenville “spreads out� the 10 percent the district receives through IDEA. “It doesn’t go very far,� he said, noting that 52 percent of the district’s students fall under the government’s free and reduced lunch program, which also is considered special needs.

The conference included several break-out sessions and special guest speakers, including U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVoss, who Sommer said spoke on “generalities� concerning the state of education in the United States.

The conference gives the country’s school board members the opportunity to speak face-to-face with their individual state legislators.

This year, Ohio board members attended a breakfast where Republican Senator Rob Portman and Democrat Senator Sherrod Brown made separate appearances to answer questions . “We network with other Ohio board members then select a couple people to pose questions that represent the entire group,� Sommer said. “This year we concentrated on IDEA. I threw a monkey wrench by asking about funding for gifted programs, also, because they have special needs too. Especially for the district’s lower grades.

We’ve got to do more with activities that challenge them. At the high school level we have the College Plus program� for students who are high achievers.

Before leaving for D.C., Sommer said attendees get a homework assignment from the NSBA, which this year was centered on the IDEA

Jay County Fiber Arts Festival is March 8 & 9 PORTLAND, Ind. – The Jay County Visitor and Tourism Bureau will hold its 16th annual Jay County Fiber Arts Festival on March 8 and 9, at the Jay Community Center, 115 E. Water St., Portland, Ind. The two-day event devoted to the ďŹ ber arts will include classes, hands-on activity, and a variety of demonstrations.

On Friday at 6 p.m., Kate Larson, a well-known ďŹ ber artist, will speak. She is the author of The Practical Spinner’s Guide: Wool (Interweave, 2015) and several videos, including How to Spin Yarn to Knit. Her work has appeared in Spin-

Off, Jane Austen Knits, and more. Follow her at KateLarsonTextiles.com.

On both days there will be an opportunity for children to earn a fun patch.

Curt Burnette, Limberlost Naturalist, will have a display table on Limberlost wildlife with a focus on how ďŹ bers are used in nature and storyteller Sheron McClung will keep the kids entertained with her Mother Goose Stories.

Reduce ReUse Recycle stop by the Jay County Solid Waste Management District booth at the Fiber Fest and spend a few moments making a “Fireyâ€? from recycled

items. The “young at heart� will enjoy this “make it and take it� item! There will be a variety of demonstrations and activities for children on both days.

Homemade food is also available both days.

They will be open Thursday evening class only.

For more information or to register for classes, visit http://fiberarts.visitjaycounty.com/ or contact Gyneth Augsburger at the Jay County Visitor and Tourism Bureau, 260-726-3366 or email infojc@visitjaycounty. com.

The Fiber Arts Festival will feature ďŹ ber artists of all descriptions. There will be vendors of all kinds of ďŹ bers, from the common to the exotic, including wool, mohair, angora, ax, alpaca, cotton, silk and even buffalo. Other related items will be for sale including sweater yarn, homemade soap, and equipment for all ďŹ ber crafting needs. This is an opportunity to observe ďŹ ber artists in a relaxed atmosphere and to purchase their products.

program. Sommer prepared a series of questions from the assignment and sent them to fellow board members and district administrators. He then took the information administrators shared to the conference and presented legislators with the responses.

Being active and attending the NSBA conference and representing Greenville City Schools – for at least 14 of his 16 years on the school board – Sommer says, has paid off for the district. “I’ve always felt it was important to attend to make sure we are making the right decisions as a board,� Sommer said.

Sommer also is active with the Ohio School Boards

Association’s State Legislative Conference, which he will attend in Columbus on March 19.

Sommer also has been asked to be the only school board member to serve on the ODE’s (Ohio Department of Education) Education Standards Board.

His involvement in the state’s ODE and OSBA organizations, Sommer believes, has led to several organizations at the high school being asked to participate during the conferences.

For example, last fall the Green Wave ROTC was invited to present the colors during the OSBA Capital Conference and students in Supply Chain Management, Med Tech and the former

Hospitality Services also have been invited to share their programs during state conferences.

The conferences also have provided educational experience for the retired 30-year Versailles school teacher. “Just the workings of the government and how slow things work, promises made but not kept,� Sommer said are among the points he’s learned over the years.

The positives include “getting to know our legislators and the personal contact. That makes a difference. It’s really important for school board members to be involved in this. Without it, you’re not going to be able to make a difference.�

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Group helps rediscover joy COLDWATER – Rediscovering Joy: A Support Group for Widows and Widowers will hold their next meeting on Monday, March 11, 6:30–8 p.m. The group meets on the second Monday of every month at the Preferred Insurance Center’s Meeting Room, 809 West Main St., Coldwater.

The guest speaker for the March meeting will be Hospice Chaplain Herb Wilker. He will be

presenting a program on grief. In addition to the monthly meetings, the group also offers a variety of social outings for members.

For information, call or text Judy at (419) 7335629 or Mary at (419) 678-8830. Email is also available at Rediscoveringjoy@yahoo.com.

If you are widowed, please come to meet others and to see if this new group is for you.

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Med Tech to send 38 to regional HOSA competition

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Thirtyeight students – 18 juniors and 20 seniors - enrolled in Greenville’s Med Tech program have been selected to participate in HOSA’s Health Occupation Students of America - state competition, set for April in Columbus.

The students qualified during district competition, held Feb. 19, at Sinclair Community College.

Last year, Greenville took 25 students to state competition, with seven traveling to the HOSA International competition in Dallas, Texas.

This year’s HOSA International will be held in June at Disney World in Orlando.

Three seniors, Ashley Jolly, Gracie Bell and Kinzie Clark are looking forward to the opportunity to represent their program in Columbus and are hoping for a trip to Florida.

Part of the HOSA competition consists of both a knowledge test and a skills

portion.

For example, Pell and Clark are working as a team, using their forensic skills to determine the cause of death on a mock police case.

“We had to give the estimated time, place and cause of death,” said Pell, who plans on studying forensic medicine, possibly at Indiana University East (IUE), following graduation.

As part of learning about forensic medicine, Pell said she enjoyed job shadowing with Greenville Police.

“I like helping people and forensics is definitely a way of helping,” she said, pointing out how investigating crimes that include an untimely death can help families know what happened to a loved one.

Clark, who also is looking at studying nursing at IUE, said she became interested in Med Tech during her eighth-grade year when she took a tour of the Career Tech Center.

Jolley said she is participating in the job seeking skills portion of the HOSA competition.

“I had to prepare my resume and a cover letter” and participate in a mock interview for judging, said Jolley, who is looking at furthering her education in nursing at the University of Cincinnati.

“I’ve always had an interest in medical things,” Jolley said, adding how

Left to right, GHS seniors Ashley Jolley, Gracie Pell and Kenzie Clark are three of 38 fellow Med Tech students who qualified to compete at HOSA’s state competition in April. (Susan Hartley photo)

much she enjoyed job shadowing during surgical procedures at Wayne HealthCare, as well as at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy.

According to Med Tech instructor Amanda Koenig, there are 50 medical and leadership areas students may choose from to demonstrate their skills.

The top three students in each area are chosen to move ahead from district to regional competition.

From there the top three students in each area are selected to go to internationals.

According to information provided by the Med Tech program, Career Technical Education (CTE) is education that directly prepares students for highwage, high-demand careers. High school students involved in CTE are more

engaged, perform better and graduate at higher rates.

After completing their junior year of the Med Tech program, Greenville’s students are qualified to work as STNAs – State Tested Nursing Assistants. Pell and Clark currently work at Village Green as STNAs. Most Med Tech students go on to further their career in nursing or another medical field, Koenig said.

“HOSA provides students with an opportunity to showcase their skills and abilities while building a network for their future career,” said Andrea Townsend, Director of Career Technical & Special Education for Greenville City Schools. “We are proud of all those students for their hard work and technical skills attainment.”

March blood drives celebrate St. Pat’s Day DARKE – Several Darke County area community blood drives are available in March with a St. Patrick’s Day theme. Everyone who registers to donate will receive the new “Blood Donors ShamROCK!” t-shirt.

Make an appointment online at www.DonorTime. com or call 1-800-388GIVE. Community Blood Center is asking donors to help sustain the area blood supply against the challenges of weather and illness in late winter and early spring.

CBC is also seeking new platelet and plasma donors and providing more opportunities to donate platelets and plasma at community blood drives.

Platelets are the cells

that control bleeding while plasma is the fluid that carries nutrients and proteins throughout the body. Both are vital for the treatment of cancer, trauma, organ transplant, and burn patients. New platelet donors are in high demand, especially those with blood types A, AB, or B positive.

Find out more at www.

GivingBlood.org or talk to an apheresis specialist at (937) 461-3220.

The bright green St. Patrick’s Day “Blood Donors ShamROCK!” t-shirt is free when you register to donate at the Dayton CBC Donor Center or any CBC mobile blood drive. This limited edition t-shirt is an original design and only available from March 4 through March 30.

The following local blood drives are open to the public and appointments are encouraged: March 4 - Union City City Building, 105 North

Columbia Street, Union City, Ind., 2:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Union City Lions Club March 12 - Please note this blood drive will be held at Greenville Church of the Brethren, 421 Central Ave., Greenville, 12:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Women of the Moose & Greenville Moose Lodge March 12 - Gordon United Methodist Church, 311 East Street, Gordon, 3–6:30 p.m., Social Hall, sponsored by Gordon United Methodist Church March 18 – Versailles K of C Hall, 8440 St. Rt. 47, Versailles, 12:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Versailles Area Pride & Progress Association March 22 - Franklin Monroe High School, 8691 Oakes Road, Pitsburg, 8–11:30 a.m., sponsored

by Franklin Monroe High School FFA Learn more at www.

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Guild hosts free art demo on March 12 GREENVILLE – The Greenville Art Guild is excited to sponsor a free art demonstration on Tuesday, March 12, 7 p.m. in the former junior high school art room at the rear of Memorial Hall. Local artist Jennifer Overholser will do a creative palette knife demonstration.

This is your opportunity to learn something new that you may want to try on your own. This demonstration is free and open to the public.

The Guild will have a meeting beginning at 6 p.m. that the public may attend, as well. However, feel free to come at 7 p.m. to about 8 p.m. for the demo only.

Overholser has described her demo in these words: “Learn the basics of palette knife painting in an upcoming demo by artist Jennifer Overholser. Jennifer will share tips on how to make expressive paintings and add ‘looseness’ to your current body of work. We will discuss strategies for successfully painting with a palette knife in place of a brush and learn exercises

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for building energy into any piece of art.”

For more information, please call Guild President Marilyn Banks at 937-4230630.

Arcanum VFW Fish Fry slated ARCANUM – The Arcanum VFW will hold an all-you-can-eat fish fry on March 9. They will be serving fish, cole slaw, baked beans, and baked potato.

Dine in or carryout. Serving begins at 5 p.m. The cost is $8.

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DCRTA will hold ďŹ rst meeting of 2019 GREENVILLE – The ďŹ rst 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.

Conservation Day Camp registration open GREENVILLE – Darke Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is excited to announce that on June 12 and 13 they will host the inaugural Darke County Conservation Day Camp. This camp is geared for current Darke County ďŹ rst through fourth grade students.

During the event, they will provide students the opportunity to get outside and learn about how their daily actions affect wildlife, water, soil and the people around them. The goal of this camp is to provide an interactive and hands-on approach to learning about

the environment. The camp will be held at Chenoweth Trails from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

Registration is $20 per student and includes lunches, snacks, and all program materials. They have many exciting activities planned including archery, ďŹ shing, tree identiďŹ cation, bird feeder building and survival skills. Registration is now open and is limited to the ďŹ rst 150 participants. Register online at www.darkeswcd.com or stop by the ofďŹ ce to ďŹ ll out a form. Any questions call Darke SWCD at (937) 548-1715 ext. 3.

Edison State Ag Ed degree info GREENVILLE – Edison State Community College and Central State University will be holding an informational meeting for students interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in agricultural education on Wednesday, March 6 at 3 p.m. The meeting will be held at Edison State’s Greenville campus, 601 Wagner Ave. The newly formed partnership allows students to begin their college education at Edison State and

transfer seamlessly to complete a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education at Central State University.

The agricultural education degree is one of only three offered in Ohio.

Representatives from Edison State and Central State University will be available to answer questions. Current high school students, graduates, and parents are invited to attend. For more information, call (937) 548-5546.

Permissive Prevailing Wage Bill introduced COLUMBUS—State Representatives Craig S. Riedel (R-DeďŹ ance) and Susan Manchester (R-WaynesďŹ eld) recently introduced House Bill 78 in the Ohio House of Representatives.

This legislation would allow political subdivisions, special districts, and state institutions of higher education the choice to apply the prevailing wage law to public improvement projects. While prevailing wage law—the requirement to pay labor workers the wage and beneďŹ ts of the area in which they are working—beneďŹ ts many parties, it often drives up the cost of local capital projects. “Representative Manchester and I introduced this bill because we believe in free and open competitive markets,â€? Rep. Riedel said. “This bill does not eliminate prevailing wage, but rather makes it permissive.

It gives local government entities the ability to decide for themselves whether they want to use prevailing wage on a job by job basis.�

House Bill 78 allows local decision-makers the option of whether or not to participate in prevailing wage.

Under current law, prevail-

ing wage mandates begin at $250,000 for local capital projects. In many cases, this causes communities to suffer from additional costs to either the taxpayer or the failure of project completions due to these increased costs. HB 78 increases the threshold for new construction projects from $250,000 to $500,000 with the intent to capture many new construction projects and eliminate these restrictions. “This common sense piece of legislation restores local control by freeing local governments from the burden of a state mandated wage. HB 78 will provide them the exibility they need to get the greatest return for every tax dollar,â€?

Rep. Riedel added. “I am proud to sponsor this bill with Rep. Riedel.

House Bill 78 empowers local governments to make the best decisions for their communities while protecting taxpayer dollars and pursuing free markets.� Rep. Manchester stated. “Local control is a hallmark of good government and I am glad to support this legislation.�

HB 78 now awaits a committee designation.

Here’s hoping we’ll smell the roses Linda’s Mood Swings

by Linda Moody bluebagmedia.com

I can’t believe that March is here already. Where is the time going?

Seems like we need to slow down and smell the roses.

There are so many negative things going on, such as untimely deaths and people suffering from horrible diseases.

Yet, we have to go and focus on the future, and there is so much to see and so much to envision, such as the merger of the two local newspapers both of which I have attachments. Hoping it’s a smooth transition and

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Last week, the Senate Judiciary Committee approved two nominees to the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals with a proven record of ďŹ ghting to strip Ohioans of their rights: Eric Murphy and Chad Readler. Both of their records are too extreme for Ohio, and I will keep ďŹ ghting against giving these judges a lifetime appointment.

As the Judiciary Committee considered these nominees last week, I had the opportunity to speak with civil rights hero and Ohioan, Jim Obergefell. Because of Jim’s landmark 2015 case, marriage equality is now the law of the land all over the country.

But if it were up to Eric Murphy, Mr. Obergefell would have lost that case.

Murphy argued against marriage equality in Mr. Obergefell’s case, as the

COLUMBUS – Ohio Senate President Larry Obhof (R-Medina) recently appointed State Senator Steve Huffman (R-Tipp City) to several key Senate committees for the 133rd General Assembly.

Huffman will serve as Vice Chairman of the Senate Standing Com-

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Brantley, Sherri Gibbons Feitshans, Irma Stewart, Dawn Oldiges, Don Booker, Tracy Pratt, Brenda “Bill�

Riffell, Jim Marker, Mason Osterloh, Kyndal Wynk, Ron Kreitzer, Stacy Dorko, Keith Starks, Kohen Thwaits, Jerrod Pratt, Al Bliss, Layna Best, Wanda and Joe Bailey, Shelly Hoffman, Pappy Harshman, Bob Hiestand Jr., Rodney Hiestand, Tina Kiser Deaton, Kody Ketring, Lois Hittle, Kevin Hemmerich, Samantha Smith, Tim Heck and Ron Kramer. ***** Jamie and I send our condolences to the families of: Mike Grillot, Walter Threewits, Vicky Olwine, Emily Lear, Tony Benevidez, Martina Uhlenhake, Evelyn Loy, Joe Magoto, April Brocious, Shelia Netzley, Bob Barton and Don Minnich.

State Solicitor of Ohio. Murphy actually argued that marriage equality would be “disruptive� to our democracy.

In addition to arguing against marriage equality, Murphy defended Ohio’s voter purge that unfairly stripped innocent Ohioans of their voter registrations.

And he worked to restrict access to contraceptives for women, ďŹ ling a brief in the Burwell v. Hobby Lobby case seeking to deny women access to health care under the Affordable Care Act, as well as representing employers in other similar cases.

Chad Readler also has a clear record of trying to take away the rights of Ohioans.

As Chair of the Ohio Alliance for Public Charter Schools, Chad Readler pushed to eliminate reforms to hold Ohio charter schools accountable. He even proposed eliminating the state

constitutional provision that guarantees Ohio students a quality public education.

Readler also worked to gut the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that protects Ohioans from abuses by banks and payday lenders, and has worked to strip Ohioans of their voting rights.

But perhaps worst of all is his work on health care that threatens the coverage of millions of Americans with preexisting conditions – including more than 5 million Ohioans under age 65.

Last summer, Readler did what three career attorneys with the Department of Justice refused to do – he ďŹ led a brief making outlandish arguments challenging the law protecting Americans with preexisting conditions.

And he was nominated for this judgeship the very next day.

This unprecedented move earned him rebukes from across the legal community. Three career attorneys withdrew from the case – and one went as far as to resign altogether – in objection to the Department of Justice’s unprecedented actions.

One Republican Senator called Readler’s arguments in the brief “as far-fetched� as he’d ever seen.

Most voting rights and women’s rights cases will not end up at the Supreme Court. Neither will most criminal cases or consumer protection matters. Instead, many of these cases from Ohio will be decided by judges on the Sixth Circuit.

Eric Murphy and Chad Readler have spent their careers working to strip Ohioans of their rights, and the stakes are too high to put them on the bench for life.

Sen. Matt Huffman receives appointments

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I’m sure it will be because it’s in good hands.

Keith Foutz will be publisher of both and that’s a plus, in my opinion.

Things are kind of sketchy right now, but I’m sure it will work itself out to be a successful operation and an even better product, not only for ourselves but for all of our readers.

No matter what, I want to do my part and continue to write articles to focus on the people, businesses, organizations and events of Darke County. I am interested and I’m sure other inquirers want to know as well.

So here’s kudos to the merger. Cheers! ***** Please pray for these people: Frank Fullenkamp, Todd Walls, Paul Brubaker, Kelly Van De Grift, Marilyn

mittee on Health, Human Services and Medicaid, responsible for matters related to health policy.

Senator Huffman has been a practicing physician at Upper Valley Medical Center and Wayne Hospital for 18 years, bringing expertise and ďŹ rst-hand knowledge of the healthcare industry.

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In addition to this committee leadership post, Huffman will also serve as a member of the Senate’s Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee; Education Committee; Insurance and Financial Institutions Committee; and the Joint Medicaid Oversight Committee (JMOC).

“I am grateful for the opportunity to help lead several important policy initiatives as legislation is considered in these Senate committees,� said Huffman. “Together, my colleagues and I look forward to addressing issues that will help provide opportunities for all Ohio families.�

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TV Lady Patriots overtime winners over Bradford on tournament trail GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

BROOKVILLE – The Tri-Village Lady Patriots and the Bradford Lady Railroaders needed an overtime period to decide which Darke County team would advance to the DIV district championship game. “Coach Besecker was one of the ďŹ rst to reach out to me when I ďŹ rst came to Tri-Village,â€? said Lady Patriots coach Brad Gray. “He is doing a great job with a young team at Bradford.â€? “I have a lot of respect for Brad,â€? Bradford coach Chris Besecker said of Coach Gray. “He does a great job with that pro-

gram. He’s the reason they are successful year in and year out playing in regional and even state tournaments and winning conferences.�

The teams played to a 49-49 score after regulation play but it was TriVillage taking advantage of the free throw line to go 6-of-8 and pull out a 5549 win.

The Lady Roaders grabbed an early 6-0 lead after two minutes of play before Tri-Village battled back to knot the score at 12-12 after one complete.

Lisa Siler paced TriVillage with eight points including two 3-pointers while Austy Miller was good for a triple and 2-2 at the line to lead the Lady Roaders with ďŹ ve ďŹ rst

quarter points.

The Lady Patriots’ Siler continued with the hot hand in period No. 2 scorching the nets for 18-points coming by way of two 3-pointers, ďŹ ve 2-point ďŹ eld goals and 2-2 at the line to lead TriVillage at a 21-12 second quarter sending the teams to the break with TV holding a 33-24 lead.

Bradford chipped away at the Lady Patriots third quarter lead cutting it to six with scores of 36-30 at 6:48 and 39-33 at 5:32 before closing out the period with Tri-Village holding 44-38 six point advantage.

The Lady Railroaders took the fourth period 11-5 with Rylee Canan burying two big 3-pointers for

Nicole Berry G-MAC shot put champion

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

FINDLAY – Nicole Berry, a High School AllAmerican athlete from Darke County continues to make her mark at the college level competing for the NCAA DII TifďŹ n Lady Dragons track and ďŹ eld team.

Competing as a freshman in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC) indoor Championship, Berry earned ďŹ rst place in the shot put with a 15.18m throw (49’9-1/2â€?) to give the Franklin Monroe alum the conference meet record. “I am so blessed to have an amazing support system behind me pushing me to be the best I can be,â€? said Berry. “I would love to come into the National meet sitting a little higher but I will just keep on grinding and doing the things I need to do to get where I want to be. My plans for the future are to make national in a least one event for the next four years.â€?

After Saturday’s outing, Berry owns three of the top four all-time indoor marks in shot put for the G-MAC while ďŹ nishing eighth in the weight throw, an event

Nicole Berry takes her winning place on the podium for the TifďŹ n Lady Dragons track and ďŹ eld team with Findlay in second place and Hillsdale ďŹ nishing third.

new to Berry.

Nicole contributed 11 of the 188.50 points the Lady Dragons earned to win their ďŹ rst conference championship in the school’s history.

Berry got the all-time indoor G-MAC record a week earlier at the Kent Sate Open when she hit a mark of 15.64 – 51’3-3/4â€? earning her an automatic qualiďŹ er to the NCAA DII National Indoor Track & Field Meet in Pittsburg, Kansas on March 8-9, 2019.

Berry has twice been named Athlete of the Week by the G-MAC in the 2019

season. “Another Dragon atop the podium with another meet record. This time it’s freshman phenom Nicole Berry, auto qualiďŹ er, overall conference record holder and 2x ďŹ eld athlete of the week,â€? stated a quote from the G-MAC Instagram account. “Nicole Berry continued her dominant season, winning the shot put with a meet record of 15.18m,â€? said a quote from gotifďŹ ndragons.com.

Berry, a 2017 Lady Jets graduate is the daughter of Ryan and Mindy Berry.

play well – we played a good game,� said Gray. “It’s just that their girls played a really great game.

They have a really young team and a great future. I have the most respect for Coach Besecker.�

Bianca Keener played her ďŹ nal high school basketball game for the Lady Railroaders. “‘B’ (Keener) has been a workhorse for us this year and a big key to our success,â€? stated Besecker. “We’re going to miss her – there are some big shoes to ďŹ ll. ‘B’ and all these kids are such a joy to coach. It’s fun going in the gym and that’s the sad part when you get knocked out of the tournament – you’re not going to be in the gym tomorrow with them, and

Lissa Siler drills a 3-pointer for three of her game high 28points for Tri-Village in overtime tournament win over Bradford.

(Gaylen Blosser photo)

you miss that as a coach.�

Lisa Siler led Tri-Village and a scorers with a game high 28-points.

Underdog Versailles knocks off Twin Valley South to advance

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

The Early Bird and Bluebag Media Athletes of the Week

CHLOE MCGLINCH Franklin Monroe HS Sophomore, Basketball

six and ďŹ ve Austy Miller points good including a triple sending the teams to an overtime period. “Our kids didn’t quit and that’s huge with this group,â€? said Besecker. “They keep ďŹ ghting. We could have folded when we got down 10-points there in the ďŹ rst half but the kids just kept plugging away, scratching and clawing and made plays and got us back to where we got that game tied up.â€?

Meghan Downing and Andi Bietry each went 2-2 at the charity stripe and Emma Printz and Lissa Siler both were 1-2 at the line in OT while Bradford was going scoreless to advance Tri-Village in tournament play. “It wasn’t that we didn’t

CLAYTON – The Versailles Tigers came into the night as the underdog sporting the No. 7 seed while facing the No. 5 seed CCC champion Twin Valley South Panthers in DIII tournament play. “We didn’t feel like an underdog coming in here,â€? said Versailles coach Travis Swank. “We felt very conďŹ dent in our players and we felt very conďŹ dent in our schedule. We felt like we were prepared with the road that we had put down this year for our season against tough competition (MAC).â€? “We knew we could play with anybody if we just come out and play our type of style,â€? Swank continued, “and the results were a ‘W’ tonight.â€?

Versailles sprinted out to a 26-14 halftime lead before settling for a 53-45 win.

The Tigers took an opening 3-point lead with Ryan Martin hitting a 3-pointer at 5:15 in the ďŹ rst and went on to a 12-8 advantage after one period led by ďŹ ve Martin points, a Connor VanSkyock triple and a basket each from Cody Naftzger and Evan Hiestand.

Versailles got its ďŹ rst double digit lead at 20-10 with 3:35 on the second quarter clock before closing out second period play with a 26-14 lead.

Hiestand paced the Tigers in the second with 8-points, VanSkyock buried his second triple of the game with Martin rounding out scoring with a basket and free throw.

Versailles more than double the score on the Panthers to open second

half play with a 17-point lead before South battled back to make it an 11-point game with the teams heading to the ďŹ nal period with the Tigers up 38-27. “We executed pretty well the ďŹ rst half,â€? noted Swank. “Started off the second half really well – got up to 17 (point lead), played kind of passive for a little bit and didn’t get any defensive rebounds like we were controlling the boards the whole game.â€?

After going scoreless the ďŹ rst half, Michael Stammen led Versailles in third quarter scoring with 7-points, VanSkyock hit his third 3-pointer of the night and Martin was good for two free throws. “They were playing that little box and one on Michael (Stammen) to begin with and Connor (VanSkyock) came in and hit some big threes and kind of loosened it up,â€? Swank stated. “They eventually went away from it.â€?

The Panthers reduced Versailles lead to six only to have the Tigers make it a 10-point game, 53-43 with 0:40.2 showing and earn an 8-point win to advance in tournament play.

Versailles 6’2� senior Evan Hiestand led all scor-

Evan Hiestand scores two of his game high 20-points for Versailles in tournament win over Twin Valley South. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

ers with a game high 20points. “Evan dominated the game in a lot of facets,� said Swank. “He really made the Bowman kid work for every shot that they had to earn here tonight.� “We did just enough to battle here and come out with a victory,� said Swank. “A huge momentum booster for us going into Saturday.�

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FM Lady Jets trip Covington to advance in tournament play GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

BROOKVILLE – The No. 3 seed Franklin Monroe Lady Jets defeated the No. 2 seed Covington Lady Buccaneers 42-34 to advance to the district championship game. “This week of practice – it’s been the hardest week of practice,� said Franklin Monroe Coach Abbey Moore. “I laid it on them and it was all for this moment. There’s a reason why we practice so hard and we were ready for that moment tonight.�

Covington defeated the Lady Jets earlier 59-47 in

regular season play The Lady Jets’ Chloe McGlinch nailed a 3-pointer at 6:32 in the ďŹ rst to give FM a 3-0 lead on their way to a 13-8 advantage after one period of play.

McGlinch let the Lady Jets with nine ďŹ rst quarter points including two triples while Corina Conely and Stella Shellabarger each added a 2-point goal.

Franklin Monroe opened second quarter play with an 8-0 run to lead 20-8 at 4:25 before the Lady Buccs would close out the period on a 6-2 run sending the teams to the break with the Lady Jets leading by a 22-14 score.

McGlinch paced FM with seven second quarter points including her third 3-pointer of the game and Conley added her second bucket of the night. “She (McGlinch) was the one tonight,� Moore said of her ‘next man up’ coaching philosophy. “I knew she had it in her.

She’s a great shooter, she has great form and fortunately she had the conďŹ dence to do it tonight.â€? “She always nails them in practice and nobody sees that,â€? added Moore. “She was kind of our secret weapon tonight and she was able to hit them in big situations.â€?

Covington battled back to take period No. 3 by an 11-8 count with the teams

going to the ďŹ nal period with the Lady Jets up ďŹ ve; 30-25.

The Lady Buccs continued to chip away cutting the FM lead to 3-points in the fourth before Franklin Monroe would take advantage of 8-16 at the free throw line to take the ďŹ nal period 12-9 and earn an 8-point win over the Lady Buccs.

Conley went 7-8 at the fourth quarter charity stripe to seal the win for the Lady Jets.

Chloe McGlinch led FM and all scorers with a game high 19-points while the team’s defense was holding Covington’s all-time leading scorer, Samantha Whiteman well under her 25-point game

average and 20-points under the team’s season average. “That was the key and that has been our strength – our defense,� noted Moore. “When we played them in the regular season that was our letdown – our defense against her (Whiteman). We knew we had to shift the focus tonight and Belle (Cable) and Stella (Shellabarger) – what they did to her tonight was phenomenal and stayed disciplined even when they hit a couple shots. We stayed disciplined, we didn’t let it affect our game plan and that was huge.�

Whiteman ďŹ nished her career with 1,893 points.

The Lady Buccs ďŹ nish the

Chloe McGlinch buries a 3-pointer to score three of her game high 19-points in tournament win over Covington. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

season with a 20-4 record while FM improves to 19-6 to advance in tournament play.

Versailles Lady Tigers win big over Anna Lady Rockets

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COVINGTON – The Versailles Lady Tigers defeated the Anna Lady Rockets 48-26 in a DIII sectional ďŹ nal game putting the Darke County team in the district championship game after losing an earlier season 1-point game to Anna on a last second shot. “Anna is a great team but when you lose to them on December 27th and you haven’t forgotten about that, the girls haven’t forgotten about that, it’s been on your mind all the way through season and we get a draw and we get to play in sectional ďŹ nal – that’s kind of what we’ve been think-

ing about the last month,� said Versailles coach Jacki Stonebraker. “The girls knew the game plan like the back of their hand and they really did a great job doing everything we told them to do.�

Versailles took a 10-8 lead after one period of play with Caitlin McEldowney and Kelsey Custenborder each hitting a 3-pointer, Lindsey Winner a basket and Elizabeth Ording going 2-2 at the line.

Anna scored ďŹ rst going into second quarter play knotting the score at 1010 before the Lady Tigers would extend its lead to 21-12 with the teams closing out ďŹ rst half play with Versailles holding a 23-15 lead.

Lindsey Winner scores for Versailles in tournament win over Anna. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Four points each from Winner and Ording, McEldowney’s second triple of the night and a Liz Watren basket accounted for Versailles’ 13 second

Keith Maloy returns to coach Union City Football

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UNION CITY – Union City High School is pleased to welcome back Keith Maloy as the new head football coach upon approval by the Randolph Eastern School Board in March. Coach Maloy stepped down from his position as coach after the 2014 season to focus on his family and a new career path. A well-respected man of purpose and integrity, Coach Maloy is ready and eager to lead the Union City football program.

In addition to his new coaching position, Coach Maloy will become the ISR teacher at UCHS. This position will give Mr. Maloy not only the opportunity to be visible and accessible to athletes during the day but also to all UC Jr/Sr High School students.

Coach Maloy’s coaching career includes: 1995 assistant junior high football coach Mississinawa Valley Schools 1996-2008 10 seasons as assistant football coach Union City JR/SR High School

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2008-2014 head football coach Union City JR/SR High School with a 35-38 record 2009-2018 head coach wrestling Union City JR/ SR High School When Maloy stepped away from coaching in 2014, he began a new personal career path in ministry. He will continue serving as pastor of Spartanburg United Methodist Church and the coordinator of United As One Sporting Ministry. Maloy will continue directing the school’s food pantry along with his other duties.

Ministry:

3 Years as youth pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church 1 Year as pastor at Spartanburg United Methodist Church Coordinator United As One Sporting Ministry Randolph Eastern School Corporation Food Pantry Steps Ministry for 3 Years FCA at Union City JR/SR High School 3 Years The Union City athletic department and the Union City Jr/Sr High School administration team are looking forward to working together and supporting Coach Maloy and his staff.

cluding 2-2 at the line, Savannah Toner and Ording added a bucket and Kate Griesdorn contributed a free throw.

Ording and Winner led the inside game combining for 16-points for the Lady Tigers. “They really didn’t care who scored,� noted Stonebraker of her ‘bigs’. “They shared the ball so well with each other. Lindsey (Winner) was great, took great shots from the outside and hit some really tough shots. Just a great overall team win.�

Caitlin McEldowney led Versailles and all scorers with a game high 14points.

Caitlin is very conďŹ dent in her thee point shot, it was on tonight,â€? said Stonebraker. “She felt it – it felt good. She did a great job just taking care of the basketball.â€?

State’s No. 3 team knocks Lady Trojans out of tournament COVINGTON – The Arcanum Lady Trojans dropped out of tournament play with a 59-39 loss to the state’s No. 3 ranked DIII Waynesville Lady Spartans. “A Strong ball club,�

Arcanum coach Michael Dean said of Waynesville following the game. “There is a reason why they are ranked number three in the state and undefeated.

The Lady Spartans started ďŹ ve seniors while Arcanum started three freshmen and no seniors in the Monday night game.

Waynesville took an 11-8 lead after one period of play with Kayla O’Daniel accounting

Kayla O’Daniel drives to the basket for Arcanum in tournament game with Waynesville. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

for seven Lady Trojans points.

Period No. 2 went to the Lady Spartans 20-10 sending the teams to the break with Waynesville holding a 31-18 advantage.

The Lady Spartans extended its lead to 48-28 after three putting 17points on the board while Arcanum was adding 10points.

The ďŹ nal period had each team scoring 11-points to advance Waynesville in tournament play. “Waynesville is quick, athletic, physical and deep,â€? Coach Dean noted. “We knew that coming in it was going to be a challenge for us. We threw everything we could at them. Kudos to the coach and players. They were prepared.â€?

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McEldowney led the third with 8-points including two 3-pointers, Hannah Barga added 6-points including a triple and Winner adding a basket. “She hit two free throws there,â€? Coach Stonebraker said of Barga. “She hit a three and it just looked beautiful. She just turned it on defensively. She played some great defense in the ďŹ rst quarter, really frustrated them, made them more cautious.â€?

Versailles took the ďŹ nal period 9-5 to earn a spot in the district ďŹ nals. “Overall we only had nine turnovers which is huge for us,â€? Stonebraker noted. “Five of them were in the ďŹ rst quarter so four in three quarters is what won us that game.â€?

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The Lady Tigers 8-point halftime lead was identical to the December 27th halftime lead ending with a one point loss to the Lady Rockets making for a hot topic of conversation in the Versailles halftime locker room. “We were up by eight on December 27th also at halftime and we have another half to play,� said Stonebraker. “We have to put some points on the board and we just kept on talking about last game – last game. Just kept on bringing that nightmare back up. They didn’t want that same feeling and they didn’t want to end their season.�

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NETZLEY – Shelia A. Allen of Ansonia; brother, Katherine, Netzley, 59, of Greenville, passed away at 4:10 a.m. on Feb. 21, 2019 at Miami Valley Hospi-

tal, Dayton.

She is the daughter of the late Larry G. Rose and Shelva (Ray) Rose.

In addition to her parents, Shelia was preceded in death by her brother, Craig A. Rose; her grandparents, Delver and Margaret Ray, Ralph and Thelma Helmer, and Harold and Ruth Rose; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Shelia is survived by her husband of 19 years, Bruce A. Netzley, whom she married on January 7, 2000; her daughter, Ashley Camacho of Versailles; her stepchildren and their spouses, Jason and Sandra Netzley of Arcanum, and Jessica and Keith Bragg of Greenville; her grandchildren, Carson Barton (his sissy), Lena, Sara, Luke, and Jared Netzley, CayLynn and Mahayla Cook, Korbynn Greer, Caitlyn Hackett, and Donovan and Cameron Bragg; her siblings and their spouses, Jeff and Laurie Rose of Greenville, and Tammie and Rock Riffle of Greenville; and her aunt and a very special friend, Lucreda Brandt; as well as many loving family members and special friends.

Shelia was a member of the New Apostolic Church in Greenville. She was employed at Fram, Wayne Hospital, and Rest Haven.

A celebration of Shelia’s life was held for immediate family members.

Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, has been entrusted with Shelia’s arrangements.

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

ALLEN – Gerald Allen, 72, passed away Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 at Community Hospital in Anderson, Ind. He was born Dec. 9, 1946 in Dayton, son of the late John and Hortense Smith Allen.

Gerald worked at Delco Automotive as an assembly technician. He was a member of the Union City First Baptist Church for 40+ years. Gerald enjoyed farming, cars, and helping people.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Dana L. Mabe Allen; daughter, Deborah Blower of Middleton, Ind.; grandchild, Abigail Morgan Blower; sister, Glenna Faye

Darryl (Karen) Allen of Xenia; nieces and nephews also survive.

Reichard Funeral Home Inc., 400 W. Deerfield Rd., Union City, Ind. hosted services on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019, with Pastor Brad Storm officiating. Burial is in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Redeemer Baptist Church Annie Armstrong Missions fund with envelopes available at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reichardfh. com.

CHURCH – Our Lord called Paul A. “Buzz” Church home on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 at W a y n e HealthCare in Greenville.

Paul was 72 of New Madison.

He was born on April 1, 1947 in Kendallville, Ind. to the late Robert and Betty (Haas) Church.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Elizabeth Ann Church.

Paul loved attending New Madison United Methodist Church and considered those he attended with as family. He was the selfappointed church “Coffee Maker.” Paul retired from Roto-Rooter with over 30 years of faithful service. He loved the outdoors and fishing and was a farmer for most of his life. Paul enjoyed putting jigsaw puzzles together and playing solitaire.

He loved to dance and met his wife, Doris, at a dance in Richmond, Indiana, where she asked him to dance and they danced the whole night. Paul loved telling jokes. He was born on April Fool’s Day, which might be one reason why he was so much fun.

Paul is survived by his wife of 25 years, Doris (Studebaker) Church, whom he married on July 30, 1993; his children, Wendy (George) Navarro of Leslie, Mich., Sara McCurdy of Charlotte, Mich., Tina Potter of Dayton, and Brian (Melissa) Church of Filmore, Ind.; his step-children, Jennifer (Tyle) Townsend of New Madison, Jvonne (Harvey Setser) Gibbs of Greenville, Jerome (Beth) Sorrell of Wayne Lakes, and Julie (Rex) Hinkle of Greenville.

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Christopher, Thomas, Jonathan, Mark, Megan, Austyn, Bethany, Andrew, Paxton, Dalen, Liberty, Dustin, Tennille, Nicole, Robert, Joseph, Brittany, Matthew, and Tyler, and his great grandchildren, Kynslei, Mylo, Josh, Mattix, Abbie, Logan, Damion, Corey, Camden, Elizabeth, Braden, Donnie, Faith, Stella, Colton, Memphis, Addison, Maci, Charley, Jase, and Levi; his siblings, Larry (Vickie) Church of Leslie, Mich., Mark (Michelle) Church of Gaylord, Mich., Dave Church of Pass Christian, Miss., Susan (Monte) Adams of Penn., and Glenda Douglas of Colo.; his brother-in-law and his family, Doriel Studebaker, Amy, Kelly, Renee, Karsi and Addie; and his special friends, John and Debbie Hathaway, and his friends at the New Madison United Methodist Church; and his devoted dog, Buddy.

A Celebration of Paul’s life was held on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019 at the New Madison United Methodist Church with Pastor David Richey officiating. Burial is in Greenmound Cemetery.

Family and friends may visited on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 at Tribute Funeral Homes, New Madison Campus.

Memorial contributions may be made to the New Madison United Methodist Church, 149 N. Main Street, New Madison, Ohio 45346 Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

COX – Paddy Jean Cox, 66, of Greenville, passed away at her home unexpectedly on Friday, Feb. 22, 2019. She was born Oct. 11, 1952 in Greenville, and the daughter of the late Francis Eugene “Gene” Ford, Reva Lou (Cain) Ford and Iona Marie (Rinard) Ford.

Paddy retired from CAPT of Celina, Ohio.

She loved spending time and making memories with her family and friends. She was an avid antique collector and shopper. She enjoyed gardening, playing cards and games. She was a member of the Tri-State Gas and Engine Association where she was a participant in the annual show in Portland, Indiana.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Miller; brother, Rodney Ford; infant sister, Martha Lee Ford and granddaughter, Jocelyn Renae Canada.

Paddy is survived by her husband, Rex Cox of Greenville. They were married Feb. 1, 1992. Also, son, Tracy (Dawn) Canada; daughter’s, Tricia Smith, Lougena Martinez and Megan Plessinger; grandchildren, Maverick

(Julia) Canada, Saisha Bird, Sarah Goodman, Mercedes Meece, Kelsi Mancillas, PFC Tani Mancillas, Zane Mancillas, Khloe Letart, Shleby Work and Evan Martinez and 10 great-grandchildren; sisters & brothers-in-law, Kay (Ron) Klosterman, Jane (Craig) Weitbrecht, Jackie (Kent) Lephart; and brother, Michael Ford and Cheryl Blankenship; father-in-law/ mother-in-law, Larry & Marianne Cox; sisters-inlaw, Cathy (Tom) Sackett, Connie Klosterman, Renee (George) Knick; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Funeral-Celebration of Life will be held at noon on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Solid Rock Apostolic Church, 8991 Old State Route 36 E, Bradford, Ohio 45308 with Pastor Matthew O’Shell officiating.

The family will receive friends at 11 a.m. at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions may be given to State of the Heart Darke County.

Condolences for the family may be sent to www. zecharbailey.com.

BARTON – Robert Barton, 78, of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019 at W a y n e Healthcare in Greenville.

He was born on April 7, 1940 in Versailles, to the late Lester and Viola Barton.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his daughter, Pam Riegle.

Robert was a proud member of the Moose Lodge. He loved camping, spending time with his grandkids, and his dog, Tucker. He also enjoyed NASCAR and working hard in his garden.

Robert is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Alice Barton; his children, Rob (Maria) Barton of Greenville, Christena (Monty) Sharp of Greenville, Kim Rehmert of Greenville, Cheryl (Duane) Wysong of Greenville, Navada (Ron) Clack of Seiverville, Tennessee, Tony (Rhonda) Robison of Seiverville, Tennessee; his grandchildren, Michel Barton, Abbie Barton, Megan (Cole Hoop) Subler, Jacob Subler, Alex Subler, Maxyn Sharp, Hadyn Sharp, Phillip (Jackie) Rehmert, Kent (Jana) Rehmert, Jessica (Travis) Qualls, Erica (Mark) Livezey, Ryan Wysong, Kurstin (Ryan) Butts, Olivia (Levi) Kauffman, Eliza Wysong, Amanda (James) Loosier, and Sarah (Abraham Bingham) Clack; and his sister, Pat Smith of Union City.

A celebration of Robert’s life was held Friday, March 1, 2019 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Rev. Eric Fee officiating. Greenville Moose Lodge

329 held a lodge of sorrow service.

Memorial contributions may be given to American Heart Association, 3513 North Dr, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

NEARGARDER – Rodger L. “Kraut” Neargarder, 66, of Union City, Ohio, passed away Sunday February 24, 2019 at his residence. He was born June 13, 1952 the son of Irvin Neargarder and the late Mary Ann Brubaker.

“Kraut,” as he was known to his friends, was a self employed contractor and overall handyman throughout the area his whole life. He loved to share his knowledge and skill with others.

Survivors include children, Christa Lynn (husband Jay) Gahret of Union City, OH, Angela Dee Neargarder of Harper Woods, MI, Ryan Duane Neargarder of Sebring, FL; grandchildren, Taylor Danyelle Sullenbarger, Zachary Ryan Sullenbarger, Zackery Gahret; great grandsons, Baylee Leander Brock, Rodger Andrew Dyllynn Bolin; siblings, Kent D. Neargarder of Union City, IN, Jody D. (husband David) Tyree of Vincennes, IN; father, Irvin Neargarder of Union City, OH; mother of his children, Rebecca McNutt; special lifelong friend, Debra Neargarder; and 2 furbabies Ammo and Henry Cat. He was preceded by his mother Mary Ann Brubaker Neargarder; brother, Dwight Neargarder.

Per his request, a Celebration of Life will be held from 4-6 p.m. Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the American Legion Hall, 318 W. Pearl St., Union City, IN. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to P.A.W.S. with envelopes available at the American Legion. Online condolences may be expressed at www. reichardfh.com.

FORBES – On the morning of Feb. 26, 2019, at 5:20 a.m., to his supreme delight, Carroll “Don” Forbes took his flight from this earthly plane to one of eternal peace and joy. As he said he would, just a few hours before, he did indeed say,

“good night here” but awoke with a glorious “good morning up there.” He has forever left behind all sorrow and affliction. He fought his fight and won. He has gained the reward for which he spent his life seeking. He has now been united in endless happiness with the saints of all the ages who have gone on before.

Don Forbes, of Greenville, was born in New Orleans, LA, on Oct. 18, 1955, to Robert Williamson (Bob) Forbes and Dorall Stice Forbes. On Oct. 25, 1975, he was united in marriage to Sue Ann Manuel. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, his younger brother Danny, and his special lifelong friend and brother in the Lord, Kenny Abbott Jr. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Sue, and daughters Dana Hilbun and husband David, of Ontario, CA; Bonnie Reeves and husband David, Kim Loftis and husband Rodney, Kari Tiller and husband Jonathan, all of Greenville; grandchildren Emily, Erin and Erica Reeves, Jael, Calah, Luke, Joshua and Philip Hilbun, and Stephen, Benjamin and Dustin Tiller; siblings Bobby Forbes of Amite, LA, DeWanna Champlin of Loranger, LA, and Cheryl Flynn of Amite, LA, as well as many nieces, nephews, friends and fellow saints.

All services will be held at The Church of God Meetinghouse, 5065 State Route 49 S, Greenville, OH 45331.

There will be a viewing on Saturday, March 2, 2019, from 5-7 p.m. On Sunday, March 3, 2019, there will be a viewing from 11 a.m.-noon, followed by the funeral service beginning at noon with Bro. Ray Tinsman officiating. Interment will be at the Church of God Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

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

MINNICH – Donald E. Minnich, 90, of Versailles, died Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 4, 2019, at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park in Covington. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www. zecharbailey.com.

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GREENVILLE – Clarence and Miriam Hicks, Greenville, will be celebrating their 65th Wedding Anniversary on March 7.

Clarence and Miriam (Royer) Hicks were married March 7, 1954, at Painter Creek Church of the Brethren by the Rev. Byron Miller.

Both are graduates of Franklin Monroe School.

They are active members of Pleasant View Missionary Church. He is retired from Hicks Heating and Cooling.

They are the parents of Stan Hicks (wife Shirley) of Eaton, David Hicks (wife Joan) of Wooster, and Sharon Smith (husband Kevin) of Muncie, Ind. They have nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

A small family gathering will be held in their honor at a later date.

VERSAILLES – Trinity Lutheran Church in Versailles welcomes the public to their annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, March 10. Serving is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the church basement.

The menu includes allyou-can-eat spaghetti, garlic bread, salad, homemade pies and cakes, coffee, lemonade and water.

Donations are $6.50 for adults; $4 for children 6-12; and free for children five and under.

Tickets will be available at the door or you may call the church office at 526-3091.

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CINCINNATI – Spencer Hogue, of Bradford, was named to Mount St. Joseph University’s Fall 2018 Dean’s List. Hogue is a student in the field of Pre-Physical Therapy/ Occupational Therapy.

To qualify for the Dean’s List, an undergraduate student must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher while enrolled in six hours or more of course work for a letter grade (excluding pass/ fail courses).

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CEDARVILLE – Cedarville University student Stevie Johnting of Arcanum, whose major is Early Child Education, was named to the Cedarville University Dean’s List for Fall 2018. This recognition required Johnting to maintain a 3.5 GPA for the semester and carry a minimum of 12 credit hours.

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SIEGEN, GERMANY – Proud parents Matthew and Laura (Hemmelgarn) Bigelow, along with big siblings, Lillian, Oliver and Eleanor, are proud to announce the birth of Augustus John Bigelow. Weighing in at 9 lbs. 5.5 oz. and measuring 23-inches long, Augustus was born on Jan. 27, 2019 at 5:43 p.m. at St. Marien-Krankenhaus in Siegen, Germany.

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GREENVILLE – On Sunday, March 10, during the 10:30 a.m. Praise Celebration, the East Main Church of Christ, 419 East Main St., Greenville, will be recognizing Ross T. “Rusty” Clark as their 2019 Hometown Hero.

Rusty will be honored for his service in World War II, his time spent with his wife Jackie on the mission field and his dedication as a servant-leader in Christ’s Church in addition to his full and fascinating life of 97 years.

Rusty was among 11 siblings and four sets of twins that grew up in Andrews, Ind. in Huntington County. After his military service, Rusty and the other Clark Twins traveled with the Harlem Globetrotters as the famous basketball team’s competition from 1948

GETTYSBURG – Invitations have been mailed for the 41st annual Gettysburg Alumni Banquet being held on Saturday, April 13, at the Gettysburg Cardinal Center (Gym).

The banquet will be honoring the class of 1939, 1949, 1959 and 1969.

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We cordially invite all former classmates as well as graduates. If you want to attend and haven’t received an invitation, contact Sharon (Lowman) Harrison at (937) 5487889. Registrations are due by March 29.

St. Denis K of C will host Dr. John Wood VERSAILLES – St. Denis K of C will welcome Versailles Native and Dynamic Catholic Speaker Dr. John Wood on Saturday, March 23, 7 p.m., at the Versailles K of C hall. In the spirit of the New Evangelization, Wood will use popular movies, songs, stories, sports, and life experiences to teach the faith based on his newest book “ENTRUSTED: Keeping the

Greenville High School Class of 1965 will meet for its luncheon on Wednesday, March 13, 11:30 a.m., at the Moose, 1200 Sweitzer St., Greenville.

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MV Class of 1969 GREENVILLE – Mississinawa Valley class of 1969 will meet for lunch at The Thirsty Turtle on Saturday, March 9, at 12:30 p.m. to planning their 50th reunion. All class members are welcome.

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to 1951 including touring overseas. The family was featured in the “Ripley’s Believe it or Not” comic strip and LIFE magazine. Rusty went on to be involved in serving as an elder and a deacon in various churches. Later in life, he and his wife did missions work in Zimbabwe, Africa.

Rusty was nominated last year to receive the Hometown Hero recognition that the congregation has had since 2002.

The worship service program will also include a message entitled “To the Final Buzzer” by Minister Jim Morehouse. After the special service, there will be a Fellowship Carry-in Meal that everyone is invited to attend. For more information about this event, the church may be called at 937-547-1557.

Sponsored by the Union City Chamber of Commerce, the event will be at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, April 13 at the Union City Community School cafetorium.

Chamber member and event organizer Jan Aukerman said proceeds from previous Dancing with the Stars events were split between the Chamber and various local non-profit organizations. This year Chamber directors decided to devote all of the proceeds to the Elks Club Cancer Fund.

Aukerman uses his dance events as a tribute to veterans. He is the son of a World War II veteran and the brotherin-law of a Vietnam veteran. He makes a display of pictures and memorabilia for the event and encourages veterans to contribute to that display. For more information about honoring vet-

erans, call Aukerman at 964-5403.

The winner of three United Country Western Dance Council world championships with his partner Becky Dirksen, Aukerman uses his love of dance to benefit his local community. Several of the competitors Aukerman and Dirksen have met in the world of dance will be traveling to Union City to “Dance for the Stars.”

The local Elks Club last year donated over $25,000 with the help of businesses, club members and the local community.

The local club has raised and donated more than $290,000 over the past years through various fundraisers and evens.

The money directly supports cancer research programs through Indiana University and Purdue University.

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Ash GHS Class Wednesday of 1965 Service slated GREENVILLE – The

BRADFORD – Join Oakland Church of the Brethren on March 6, 8 p.m., for their Ash Wednesday service.

A 30-minute solemn service will be offered to renew and prepare ourselves for the Lord.

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the season of lent, a season of fasting and prayer. The ashes symbolize the dust from which God made us.

This service is a chance for us to sit in the presence of God, name those things keeping us away and renew our spirits for the journey ahead.

Oakland Church of the Brethren is located at 8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Road, Bradford, Ohio.

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Dr. Wood is also the author of, “Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Mission: 5 Steps to Winning the War Within”. It has been one of Dynamic Catholic’s bestselling books, with over 200,000 copies distributed to date.

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Dr. John Wood who as bestselling author Matthew Kelly says, “I believe John is one of the great emerging Catholic voices of our time. John Wood has a passion that is contagious.

Read this book and make an effort to go and hear him speak!”

Tickets for the event are $10 and are available by contacting Jake DeMange at 419-336-1034.

GREENVILLE – Seventeen of the 23-member Greenville High School Wavaires entertained residents of Greenville Health and Rehab, formerly Heartland of Greenville, last Sunday. Under the direction of Chelsea Whirledge, they sang songs they performed at Disney World. Soloists included Nic Colby, Jenna Netzley, Gracie Pell, Natalie Milligan, Kie Roosa and Jace Bunger. All were treated to cookies and ice cream afterwards. Whirledge, who has been the director for six years, said the Wavaires will begin their Sunday church performances this month. The facility’s activities director, Pinky Flatter, made 10 dozen cookies for the event. (Linda Moody photo)

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Shown are members of the Greenville High School Class of 1969 at a recent monthly luncheon.

Class of ‘69 luncheon GREENVILLE – The Greenville Class of 1969 will hold its monthly luncheon on Thursday, March 28 at 11:30 a.m. at The Merchant House. Reservations are required. The class is also taking reser-

vations for its 50th class reunion held the weekend of August 23 and 24.

For more information or to make reservations for either event, contact Debby Sodders at sadmom4603@ yahoo.com.

Register now for Camp Canopy COLUMBUS – Registration is now open for the popular Camp Canopy, which runs from June 9-14, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

Coordinators for Camp Canopy are developing brand-new classes and new adventure-themed recreational activities, in addition to the traditional learning topics and fun activities from previous years, according to Jeremy Scherf, camp co-director and service forester with the ODNR Division of Forestry. Topics for Camp Canopy this year include tree identification, wildlife management, silviculture and invasive species.

“This year’s camp is going to be better than ever,” said Scherf. “We are excited to share new knowledge and outdoor skills with the students, focusing on the wonders of forests and wildlife in Ohio.”

Students who have com-

pleted the eighth grade through high school seniors graduating the year of camp are invited to attend Camp Canopy, which was previously known as the Ohio Forestry and Wildlife Conservation Camp. The camp will be held at FFA Camp Muskingum on Leesville Lake in Carroll County.

For more information about Camp Canopy, visit their website at campcanopy.com. The Darke Soil and Water Conservation District might also be able to help.

Please call 937-548 -1715 extension 3 for more details about possible camp cost assistance and other information.

The ODNR Division of Forestry works to promote the wise use and sustainable management of Ohio’s public and private woodlands.

To learn more about Ohio’s woodlands, visit forestry. ohiodnr.gov. Follow us on Instagram at @odnrforestry (instagram.com/odnrforestry).

Edward Jones reps sponsor Irish Wave GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA) recognizes Edward Jones Investment representatives Zachary Bruening, Dave Connelly, Ryan Carpe, and Todd Subler, for their sponsorship of the Irish Wave fundraiser, set for Friday, March 15, 6:30 p.m. at Montage Cafe. As well as, the recent sold out A Taste of Wine & Jazz held in January.

According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, “DCCA thanks Edward Jones Investment Representatives for their continued support of the arts in Darke County; we are looking forward to the seventh annual Irish Wave to be an opportunity to celebrate all things Irish.

The monies generated will help enable our organization to bring high quality performing artists to our community.”

Music will be performed by Lone Raven, a group that DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins describes as one of the top

GPL will host Spring Cleaning GREENVILLE – Have you ever wondered what you should focus on during spring cleaning? How about which products are the best? They have the answers for you.

Suds in a Bucket Cleaning Service will be at the Greenville Public Library to discuss and demonstrate how to get that deep down clean just in time for spring. Join them Tuesday, March 12, 6 p.m. No registration is necessary.

For more information, visit Suds in a Bucket at www.facebook.com/sudsinabucket.

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Attendees can count on a diverse choice of beers; four tastes and a commemorative beer glass are included in the price of admission. For non-beer drinkers, other beverages including wine will be available; Irish-themed food prepared by Montage proprietors Aaron and Michele Cox will also be provided.

Additionally, the lucky winner of the “Off to the Isle” limited edition raffle will be announced at “Irish Wave.” Raffle tickets are on sale and are $100 each.

Each ticket offers a chance to win a trip for two to Ireland through AAA and Brendan Vacations. Tickets can be purchased by contacting DCCA; only 75 raffle tickets will be sold.

DCCA recognizes Edward Jones Investment Representatives are Zachary Bruening, Todd Subler, Dave Connelly and Ryan Carpe for their contribution to DCCA and the arts in Darke County.

Additional sponsors for “Irish Wave” who make possible the performance

by Lone Raven are Second National Bank, Dr. Thomas and Suzanne Brown, The Andersons, Inc., and Midmark Corporation.

Tickets for “Irish Wave”

are $40. Purchase yours today by contacting DCCA at 937-547-0908 or dcca@ darkecountyarts.org, or purchase on-line at DarkeCountyArts.org. Tickets are also available at Montage Cafe.

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Green Wave Navy earns accolades from the U.S. Navy.

Green Wave Navy earns Distinguished Unit award GREENVILLE - The Green Wave Navy is once again setting an example for all Ohio NJROTC Units to follow. The unit recently received the word from the Navy they are being recognized as a Distinguished Unit with Honors.

The annual award is given by the U.S. Navy nationally to top preforming units. There were only 11 units out of the 54 within Area 3 and four out of 14 in

Ohio to receive this highest award designation.

This is only the second time in the unit’s history they have received the Distinguished Unit Award and the first for Academic Honors.

The unit increased its community service hours by more than 400 percent in the 2017/2018 reporting period. Their Color Guard is in high demand, receiving request from the

Legion hosts pancake breakfast for NJROTC GREENVILLE – The American Legion Post 140 in Greenville will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, May 19, from 7-11 a.m. All proceeds will go to help the Green Wave Navy (NJROTC) send Cadets to summer Camp.

The Green Wave Navy will be sending 18 cadets to one of three camps in June to help develop the Cadets into better leaders.

The unit will send 11 cadets to Basic Leadership Training Academy at Camp Sherman Training Site in Chillicothe, they’ll send four cadets to Leadership Academy to be

held at the Naval Training Center in Great Lakes, IL, and three cadets will go to Camp Atterberry in Indiana. Each of the camps cost around $165 for each cadet to attend. Cadets will be escorted by Captain Scot Eberwine and Chief Stephen Eldred.

They will be trained by other NJROTC Instructors from several schools within the NJROTC Program.

Tickets will be available at the door or you can purchase them ahead of time from any cadet or by contacting the Green Wave Navy at (937) 548-4188 Ext 1118.

Cincinnati Reds and the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Green Wave Navy Presented the Colors for game six of the playoffs for the Blue Jackets.

The NJROTC program is under the instruction of Captain Scott Eberwine and Chief Stephen Eldred.

Scouting for Food planned GREENVILLE – Boy Scouts in Darke District will once again be holding their Scouting for Food event. The scouts will be dropping off door hangers and/or bags to all the homes in the community on March 9 and 10 beginning at 9 a.m. The scouts will return March 16 beginning at 9 a.m. to pick up donations. Non-perishable food items are requested.

The Scouts are requesting that you place donations in bags and place the bags outside in a place visible from the sidewalk/ road before 9 a.m. on March 16. Food collected in Greenville will be delivered to Grace Resurrection Community Center and Darke County Fish Food Pantries.

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March Madness and more at the Arcanum Public Library ARCANUM – Come in to the Arcanum Public Library for some March Madness – Library Style. A list of 64 popular books has been put together, and patrons can participate in the voting each week by filling out a ballot available at the library. Voting will continue until there is a winning title.

The Arcanum Public Library, along with several other libraries in the area, is participating in the reading initiative One Book, Many Communities. The book, The One, by John Marrs has been chosen as the selection for 2019. There will be plenty of programs scheduled in the upcoming months based on the book, held at various locations. At the Arcanum location, there will be a book discussion held on March 28 at 6:30 and a program on DNA testing and ethics in April. Come on in to get a copy of the book, and a schedule of events.

The third “Brew Review” will be held on Thursday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. David Nilsen, a beer writer and educator, will be presenting “Porters and Stouts” at this popular program. Patrons are asked to call the library to register in advance for this event.

There are weekly children’s programs at the library. StoryTime for preschoolers is held on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Children listen to stories, sing songs, make a craft, and more.

SWCD tree seeding sale now underway

GREENVILLE – The Darke Soil & Water Conservation District is conducting its annual tree seedling sale until March 22. Pick up date is scheduled for April 9–11.

They are offering some new species and some larger varieties. The 2-3 year seedlings are bare root stock and each tree is dipped into a preservative gel to keep roots moist.

Seedlings are packaged in groups of five. An assortment of trees are offered for sale to urban and rural landowners. The plant varieties are selected for their popularity and hardiness in the Darke County area. These can be an economical way to work toward establishing or adding to a wildlife area, to create a windbreak, or landscaping.

Payment must be received when placing order.

Prices range from $5-$10 in packets of five seedlings.

Visit www.darkeswcd.com or call the Darke Soil & Water Conservation District at 937-548-1715 x 3 or stop by the office at 1117 S. Towne Court, Greenville with any questions.

Kiwanis holds Pancake Day

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Kiwanis Club will hold its annual Pancake Day on Saturday, March 16, in the Greenville High School Cafeteria. Service is from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The cost is $5 per person.

Democrat Breakfast

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Democrats will hold an early riser breakfast in the Brethren Retirement Community cafeteria on Saturday, March 9, 8 a.m. Carla Surber will be the guest speaker.

She will talk about the new tax laws.

Come and enjoy fellowship and breakfast. Everyone is welcome. For reservations, call Tom Hans at (937) 273-3865 or Dave Niley at (937) 548-4517.

Kids in grade school can come to SPARK after school on Tuesdays from 3:45– 4:45 p.m. to play games, meet with friends, and learn something new.

An adult coloring session on will be held on Tuesday, March 12 at 4:00. Come

in to enjoy a relaxing afternoon of coloring with other adults. No registration is required. The book club will be meeting on Tuesday, March 12 at 5:30 p.m. Newcomers are always welcome to join this lively group as they discuss the book of the

month. This is also a dropin program.

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

Come in to the library for

details and to get an entry log sheet.

Did you know the library has an App? You can search for items, check your account, place holds, and have a digital copy of your card.

It is available in the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Search for “COOL Libraries”.

Patrons can call the library for more information at 937-692-8484, or visit www.arcanumpubliclibrary. org. The library can also be found on Facebook and Twitter.

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Science Days draws 65 projects from six schools SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Shown are Justin Cousino, 2019 March for Babies chair; Keith Foutz, publisher of The Early Bird; and Aaron Hill, development manager for March of Dimes.

March for Babies getting ready for Darke County walk RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – March of Dimes held its annual kickoff on Wednesday for local corporate sponsors and businesses interested in supporting the annual March for Babies. Justin Cousino, of GTI, was named the chair for the 2019 event and welcomed the business leaders.

Cousino shared the history of March of Dimes and what their focus is today.

Jackie Allen, of March of Dimes, pointed out the organization has almost always geared its attention to the babies, but this year, that focus has changed a little. Although babies are still at the forefront of what they do, March of Dimes has added moms to their mission statement. Cousino added that one in 10 babies are born prematurely. Because of the work March of Dimes has accomplished in the area of advocacy, educa-

tion and research, 76 percent of babies now survive past their first birthday.

Aaron Hill, development manager for March of Dimes, announced the 2019 March for Babies fundraiser will be held Saturday, May 4 and will begin at the Darke County Fairgrounds. This year’s walk will be between 3- and 3 1/2-miles. A kickoff and informational open house for teams and prospective teams will be held Tuesday, March 12, 5:30-7 p.m., at the A&B Coffee Co., 501 S. Broadway St, Greenville. All are welcome to stop in, learn more or pick up materials for their team. They have set a goal to raise $70,000 at this year’s event.

Hill also honored several sponsors for last year’s event. GTI, Wayne HealthCare, The Early Bird, Second National Bank and Greenville Federal were recognized for their support of the March for Babies fundraiser in 2018.

James Manuel new administrator at facility LINDA MOODY

CORRESPONDENT

GREENVILLE – James D. “Jay” Manuel has been administrator of Greenville Health & Rehab Center, formerly Heartland of Greenville, since the first of this year. He has also been administrator of the Heritage Center in Minster since last April, and will continue in both positions.

“The company’s nursing homes provide superb care of loved ones and treats everyone like family,” said Manuel, who has been a nursing home administrator since 2013. “Here, we’re already a five-star CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) rated facility and have been designated perfectly deficiency-free.”

There are 52 residents at the Greenville facility, where he oversees the daily and financial operations just as he does in Minster.

He hails from Houston, Ohio, where his parents, James and Jerri Manuel, and he and his wife of 18 years, Jessica, still live.

By living in Houston, he said he is 25 minutes from Greenville and 10 minutes from Minster.

A 1991 graduate of Houston High School, he attended the University of Toledo and earned a bachelor’s in wildlife management and criminal justice.

“I was a law enforcement officer for 16 years, working for the court system as a bai-

Jay Manuel serves as administrator of both the Heritage Center in Minster and at the Greenville Health and Rehab, formerly Heartland of Greenville. (Linda Moody photo)

liff and in probation,” said Manuel. “In 2010 I worked for SysteMax and in 2012 took training to become an administrator – taking the preceptor (AIT) at the Pavilion in Sidney before I became a nursing home administrator.”

“It’s a great and very rewarding career,” he said.

Why did he choose healthcare?

“I was looking for a career where I could give back to the community and help take care of our geriatric population,” he replied. “I interact with the patients every day.”

He described the staff at Greenville as wonderful.

“They all work together and make a fantastic team,” he said. “We are a community-based nursing home with a big heart.”

GREENVILLE – Looking for the best baseball bat on the market or what kind of building materials hold up best during an earthquake?

Maybe you’d just like to know how to arrange the subject of a photo you are taking.

These topics were among three of the 65 science projects presented Thursday during the Darke County Science Day, hosted by Greenville High School and Upper Miami Valley Science Days.

Students from six of the county’s middle through high schools began arriving promptly at 3:30 p.m. to set up their display boards and to answer judges’ questions about their projects.

Darke County Schools participating this year included Greenville Middle School, Greenville High School, Arcanum, Ansonia, DeColores Montessori, and Versailles.

Last fall, explained GHS science teacher and Darke County Science Day site director Mike Koenig, students came up with their project ideas and submitted a research proposal to the science day selection committee for approval.

Once accepted to partici-

pate in science day, students began actively researching their topic, coming up with a hypothesis and conducting experiments.

They then prepared display boards outlining the hypothesis and their findings.

“We try to have them mimic what they would do for projects as undergraduates in college,” Koenig said of the months of preparation the students undertake.

“And we make sure everyone’s projects are safe.”

Arcanum sixth-graders Landon Flatter and RJ Brothers are friends who also play together on the Dayton Crushers baseball team.

Their interest in baseball led to their science project.

“We wanted to see what kind of bat would hit a ball the farthest,” Flatter explained.

After playing some baseball and trying out bats made from different materials, the sixth-graders got their answer.

Due to advanced technology, Brothers said, composite bats are the best. “They hit farther than alloy or wood, due to the advanced technologies used to make the bats.”

Arcanum seventh-graders Hannah Kendig and Carlie Rieman’s project, Oh Snap, was a project about taking appealing photo-

Sixth-graders Landon Flatter, left, and RJ Brothers get ready to explain their science project to judges. As players on the Dayton Crushers baseball team, the two conducted experiments to find out what type of ball bat is best. (Susan Hartley photo)

graphs. Last year, the two participated for their first time in the science fair with a project to determine if chewing mint gum would improve a student’s test taking.

“It really didn’t help,” Kendig said.

The two are hoping this year’s project will net recognition.

Greenville sophomores Anson Phillips and James Normile decided to see how different types of building materials hold up during earthquakes.

After experimenting, they learned materials react differently depending on the base a structure is built on.

Following judging, an awards program was scheduled. Several area businesses recognize the students’

efforts with cash.

“About 50 percent of our participants move on to the district competition,” Koenig said, which is held at Edison Community College’s Piqua Campus. From there, students may be eligible to go to state competition.

Business sponsors include BASF, Emerson, Wayne HealthCare, Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143, Cargill, Darke County Foundation, Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, Whirlpool Corp, Menke Consulting, Greenville Superintendent Doug Fries, and Darke County Education Service Center.

More information detailing Thursday’s award recipients will be published at a later date.

dier. The wire in my pacemaker had shorted out, and when I passed out, I fell on a set of granite steps - hitting diagonally across my face, breaking every bone in my face except for my jaw which was dislocated.”

A first responder tried to help Norris get his composure and wanted to intubate him.

“I told him he couldn’t establish an airway,” Norris recalled. “I said, ‘Captain, where I come from I’m telling you, I had four bugles on my uniform.

He decided to listen to me.

Once I coughed blood out and it cleared, I then had a good airway.”

The emergency cardiac surgery took place that afternoon, putting in a temporary wire.

He said he argued with the cardiac surgeon about whether or not to fix the pacemaker or put in a new one.

“The next day they replaced the wire and put in a brand new pacemaker.

They still don’t know what caused the wire to fracture.”

Next for Norris was facial reconstruction.

“I have titanium eye sockets,” he said. “They thought I would lose sight in my left eye but they rebuilt the eye socket. They went behind the bridge of my nose. Praise to God, I got my sight back five or six days later.”

“That surgery (facial reconstruction) took almost two hours, including work on the eye socket,” he said.

“I have six titanium plates and 23 screws,” said Norris, who now carries a pacer ID card in his wallet.

After his return home, he underwent corrective surgery on a deviated septum.

The wires came off of his teeth on March 22 but doctors wouldn’t take the four bolts off his jaws until he healed more.

“That was my Frankenstein look,” he said. “Then April 25, the bolts were taken out of my jaws.”

I’m grateful to be alive,” he said. “It’s a blessing.”

Read more about Chris Norris at www.bluebagmedia.com.

Norris bouncing back from scary ordeal LINDA MOODY

CORRESPONDENT

GREENVILLE – Chris Norris, former Greenville Township fire chief and retired fire and rescue worker, found himself on the “other side of the fence” a little over two years ago after a near-death experience 1,100 miles from home.

“Lose all of the things you take for granted, and you will feel great happiness once they are found,” he wrote in a Facebook message on the two-year anniversary of this traumatic event. “Multiple surgeries, jaw wired shut for 12 weeks...I thought I could never feel great happiness again. With the help of dozens of friends, thousands of prayers – I reflect, with overwhelming gratitude, how I will never take anything in life for granted again.”

The 1979 Greenville High School graduate decided to visit Greenville friends DeWayne and Janet Pepper for three days

Chris Norris

of this 10-day journey, in Pine Island, Fla., before visiting other relatives in the Sunshine State on Jan. 25, 2017.

“On day one, I arrived there and at 5 p.m. We went out for a nice dinner; then came back to their place and I felt weak,” recalled Norris, who has had a pacemaker since the age of 49. “We decided to go for a walk. We were standing in front of the Peppers’ house and I was talking to him when Janet went back into the house to get something. It was then that I dropped like a fallen sol-

Commissioners honor March as Red Cross Month SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – Darke County Commissioners are recognizing the month of March as Red Cross Month.

On Wednesday, Feb. 27 commissioners signed a proclamation with Lynne Gump, the executive director American Red Cross Northern Miami Valley Ohio Chapter and Terri Flood, director of business

and marketing at Wayne HealthCare and Red Cross board member.

During the past year, the Northern Miami Valley Chapter assisted 138 families with local disasters and helped save seven lives through the Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, to receive fire alarms.

Also, locally the Red Cross handles an average of 325 emergency military calls every year and collects an average of 3,700 units of blood.

On Wednesday, Feb. 27, Darke County Commissioners signed a proclamation for Red Cross Month. Back row, left to right, Lynne Gump and Terri Flood. Front, left to right, Matt Aultman, Mike Stegall and Mike Rhoades.

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Oda sponsors sold out shows and coffeehouse GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts recognizes Rodney Oda for his contributions to the DCCA 2018-2019 season.

Oda is an Angel member of DCCA, and sponsors DCCA’s Coffee House Series as well as the recent Special Event holiday performance of The

Texas Tenors “Deep in the Heart of Christmas� at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville on Dec. 9. “On behalf of Darke County Center for the Arts, I want to express our appreciation of Rodney Oda and his patronage to the arts in Darke County. Oda has

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Upcoming Coffee House Series events include returning Darke County favorites, Singer/songwriter Lisa Biales and her trio at The Bistro Off Broadway in Greenville on Thursday, Feb. 28 “Lisa’s past appearances in our community have earned her a well-deserved enthusiastic local following,� stated DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins. “Her genuine warmth and friendliness establishes a rapport with her audience that enhances listeners’ glowing response to her versatile voice and amazing guitar skills, mak-

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Business & Professional Women’s Club (BPW) Scholarship Committee will host their monthly dinner meeting on Thursday, March 14. The committee consists of Chair Kristi Strawser and members Vicki Cost, Brenda Miller, Sue Huston and Jenny Bruns. The meeting will be held in the Brick Room at the Brethren Retirement Community at 6:30 p.m.

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The Club will be awarding four $750 scholarships this year. Several fundraisers

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Family of God 310 W South St., Arcanum, 692-8521 Lighthouse Christian Center 5256 Sebring Warner Rd., Greenville, 548-7464

Abbottsville United Methodist Church 3145 St. Rt. 49, Arcanum Ansonia United Methodist Church Corner of Pearl and High St., Ansonia 337-5781 EUM Church 1451 Sater Street, Greenville, OH 45331 Faith United Methodist Church 101 E. South St., Arcanum, 692-8934 First United Methodist Church 202 W 4th St. Greenville, 548-3075 Fort Jefferson United Methodist 3856 Church St., Greenville 548-4410 Gordon United Methodist Church 311 East St., Gordon, OH 937-884-5129 Ithaca Grace United Methodist 750 Arcanum-Ithaca Rd 678-9062 Nashville United Methodist 5984 Palestine Union City Rd. Greenville 548-1421 New Madison United Methodist 149 N. Main St., New Madison 937-996-5341 Rossburg United Methodist 117 Ross St., Rossburg, 937-338-4765 Trinity United Methodist Church 112 West South Street Arcanum, OH 692-8530 Versailles United Methodist 122 W Wood St, Versailles 937-526-3855 Webster United Methodist Church 8849 Seibt Rd., Versailles 526-3855

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2019 Arcanum Trojan Homecoming event to be held on April 13 ARCANUM – The Arcanum Alumni Association invites all alumni to the Trojan Alumni Homecoming (formerly called Arcanum-Butler Alumni Banquet) on April 13. Under the new name and format, hosted by the Arcanum Alumni Advisory Committee and the AHS Class of 94, classmates are invited to come early and take a tour of the new school.

Honored classes are 75th year – class of 1944; 50th year – class of 1969; 25th year – class of 1994; and the current senior class of 2019. Additionally, the Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society at 123 W. George Street in Arcanum will also be open on this day from 1 to 4 p.m. for those who may wish to view Arcanum memorabilia, displays, and view the lovely restoration of the house.

The evening will begin at 5 p.m. with light appetizers and registration; tours will be available to anyone wishing to see the new school. Dinner will begin at 6:30 p.m. Entertainment will be provided by “Two for the Road.” Speaker for the evening will be Dave Gray, Class of 69 graduate.

Invitations were mailed to honored classes and also emailed. The invitation is also available on the school website at http://www. arcanum-butler.k12.oh.us/ alumni.aspx. The website will also allow anyone to register their address. Everyone is welcome to attend. Tickets are $22 per person; reservations are

due by April 1. Chairpersons for this event are Linda (Yount) Newbauer (Class of 65) and Tom Fourman (Class of 63) leading the committee of many Arcanum Alumnus including members of the 1969 and the 1994 classes.

To date, the Arcanum, Alumni Scholarship fund has provided scholarships and student support worth over $100,000 to 153 promising AHS graduates who demonstrated financial need, academic promise, and community involvement since 1966. The 2018 scholarship recipients were Samantha Aukerman, Madison Goubeaux, Paige Kreusch, Julia McCullough, and Sarah Riley.

Again this year, the group plans to honor five seniors with a $1,000 scholarship.

The Arcanum Alumni asks that you consider sending a donation to the Scholarship Fund to further the education of the current senior class. The scholarships are funded by local businesses and the alumni base. Donations are encouraged and accepted by Nancy (Perrin) Ady, 108 Sierra Lane, Arcanum, Ohio 45304. If you have any questions you may contact Nancy via email at neady@woh.rr.com or phone at 937/269-6318.

Again this year A Distinguished Alumni and an Honorary Trojan will be inducted into the Trojan Hall of Fame at the April Homecoming. Nominations for this award are accepted year-round. The deadline for each year is Feb. 1. Ap-

March events at BPL BRADFORD – Spring is just around the corner and staff at the Bradford Public Library has been busy planning some exciting events.

Can Your Fines will be on Monday, March 4. Their fine forgiveness event happens the first Monday of each month allowing Bradford cardholders the chance to waive their overdue fines by bringing in nonperishable food items. One dollar for each item donated will be waived. You can also have fees for one lost item waived at the same rate.

Please see their staff for details. All food collected will be donated to the Bradford Resource Center and will stay in Bradford.

They are having a Winter Reading Challenge through March 11. Patrons can check out books at BPL, read them, fill out a slip with name, phone number and title of the book you read, and turn it in at the library. Prizes will be awarded March 11 with a drawing of their top 5 readers in each age division.

Winter Reading Challenge is open to all ages.

Preschool Story Hour began a new session on Wild Animals on Feb. 26. This six-week session will end April 2. Story Hour is open for children 3-years-old to those not yet in kindergarten. Sign-ups are required.

Please come in or call to register your child.

STEAM workshop for homeschoolers will be held

on March 14 from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m. These hands on workshops are suitable for students in grades 1-8. Registration is not required.

They have a new book club at Bradford Public Library! Rush’s Rowdy Readers focuses on young adults and adults with learning challenges, but all are welcome to join. This enthusiastic group will meet every Thursday from 5-6 p.m. The current selection is “James and the Giant Peach.”

Bradford Public Library will also be hosting these regularly scheduled activities in March: Cardio Drumming on Mondays, 7-8 p.m., and Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m. Registration is required; participants provide their own equipment for these free classes.

Cozy Hen Quilt Club meets March 7 at 6:30 p.m.

Senior Citizens will meet March 14 and 28 from 1-3 p.m. to play cards.

Bradford Historical Society will meet March 18 at 7 p.m.

Knit and Crochet Club will be meeting on March 26 at 6:30 p.m.

Non-denominational Bible Study meets Sundays at 6 p.m.

Visit www.bradfordpubliclibrary.org, and like them on Facebook or Instagram or call 937-448-2612 for more information on these or any upcoming events.

Empowering’s need for volunteers continues GREENVILLE – As awareness of Empowering Darke County Youth programs grows, requests for help for struggling students continues to grow. The nonprofit organization needs help in its fundraising efforts, tutoring programs and other support services.

The Empowering mission is to reach all students in Darke County. “We are still a long way from that goal,” said Empowering Darke County Youth President Eric Fee, “but after three years of service, we are starting to see the light at the end of

the tunnel. We need help to make it happen.”

Fee invites all individuals who care about Darke County’s kids – and have a desire to serve – to put the Empowering annual meeting on their calendars. The meeting is at 7 p.m. March 7, Tribute Funeral Home, Greenville Campus, 1000 N. Broadway.

“We will provide an overview of the past three years, our accomplishments and what we hope to achieve,” Fee added. “Please join us and find out how you can help.”

plications can be found under the Alumni page, under Alumni News on the school’s website at www. arcanum-butler.k12.oh.us.

Applications received after Feb. 1 will be considered for the following year. Applications can be sent to Arcanum-Butler Schools,

Board of Education Office, 2011 Trojan Avenue, Arcanum, Ohio 45304.

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Edison State and Hobart Service partner PIQUA – Edison State Community College and Hobart Service have partnered to develop a pathway to facilitate the awarding of academic credits by Edison State for technical training conducted by Hobart Service. The new pathway will create a seamless transition to the next step in education for Hobart Service employees to obtain an Associate of Technical Study (ATS) degree with a major in either Business or Industrial Management. “Hobart Service is excited about our partnership with Edison State because it will allow us to develop our world class technical team into future leaders throughout our organiza-

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Students who successfully complete courses from the Service Training School at Hobart may apply up to 29 credit hours toward the ATS degree now offered at Edison State. The remaining balance of coursework required at Edison State may be completed online or in person in as little as one year. “When we saw what an outstanding job Hobart Service does of teaching high-level technical skills to its service technicians, it seemed obvious that we should grant credit for that training,� Chris Spradlin,

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Trust sponsors DCCA children’s programs GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts recognizes the Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust for their support of the arts in Darke County. DCCA thanks the Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust for their contribution to the 2018-2019 season and for-

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warding DCCA’s mission to encourage cultural enrichment in the community.

The Ketrow Foundation supports DCCA’s Family Theatre Series and Arts in Education programs, which beneďŹ t Darke County youth and their families.

According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, “The Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust’s support of children’s programming makes it possible for us to present wonderful, creativity enhancing Family Theatre Series programs at an affordable ticket price, and enables all Darke County public school students to experience a professional artistic program each year.�

Jordan continued, “We are absolutely thrilled to see the children in our community receive the beneďŹ t of their generosity and ensuring the opportunity to learn and grow through the arts.â€?

For more information on Darke County Center for the Arts contact the DCCA ofďŹ ce at (937) 547-0908 or visit our website www.

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Coin club show slated

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Coin Club will hold its 53rd annual Coin & Collectible Show on March 10 at Paws Bingo, 848 Martin St., Greenville.

The show will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is free parking with admission.

There will be numerous vendors available for your collecting needs. Food will also be available.

Additional information can be obtained by calling (937) 417-6728.

Saki Nakamura and Jordan Dill are Kiwanis Students of the Month.

Kiwanis names students of the month

GREENVILLE – Greenville Kiwanis honored two Greenville High School seniors as Students of the Month on Feb. 27.

Saki Nakamura is the daughter of Tomoo and Asako Nakamura.

Her school activities and organizations include National Honor Society, Art Club, Science Club, Varsity G, Student Athlete Council and Varsity Basketball. Her church and community activities and organizations include Senior Citizens Day at GHS, YOLO 5K Run and Youth

Basketball Camp.

Following high school graduation, Saki plans to attend the University of Cincinnati to obtain a bachelor’s degree in interior design.

Jordan Dill, the son of Brad and Kathy Dill.

Jordan is active with GHS basketball, National Honor Society, orchestra, Science Club. He also is a member of the Envirothon Team.

Following graduation, Jordan will be attending the University of Dayton to study chemical engineering.

Murdock will present program to students DARKE COUNTY – Troubadour Lee Murdock will share songs and stories revealing the history of the Great Lakes and the people who live, work, and play around these freshwater highways with fourthto sixth-graders in all local public schools March 4 through 8. The ďŹ nal presentation of Darke County Center for the Arts’ Arts In Education series for this school year, this entertaining, informative program is presented without charge to students.

According to DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins, Lee Murdock’s research into the Great Lakes and the role of the waterways in the settlement of North America provides the background for an interactive experience that enhances the study of regional history. “Lee inspires listeners to visualize the history that lies on the pages of their textbooks, bringing to life the people of the Great Lakes-- farmers, sailors, canal builders, and woodsmen and their families, heroes, and legends,� Mr. Rawlins stated.

DCCA’s Arts In Education series annually presents high quality professional artists to students in every grade of all local public schools; these programs are free and open to the public. Arts In Education is sponsored by

Bach to Rock, Richard Baker, Greenville VFW Post #7262, Greenville Federal, Maid-Rite Sandwich Shoppe, Midmark, Gordon Orthodontics, the Wes & Patti Jetter Fund, the Mandy Green Fund, Edison State Community College, The Early Bird & Blue Bag Media, Littman-Thomas Agency, and Wayne Health Care. DCCA also receives local support from the John R. and Miriam H. Knick Fund of the Darke County Foundation, The Ketrow Foundation, Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust, Harry D. Stephens Memorial, DCCA memberships, and all Darke County and Greenville City public schools, as well as funding from the Ohio Arts Council, the state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally, and economically.

Murdock will also perform in concert at Arcanum Historical Society’s Wayne Trail House on Thursday, March 7, as part of DCCA’s casual and intimate Coffeehouse Series; tickets for this show, which begins at 7 p.m., cost $10. Start times for Lee Murdock’s Arts In Education programs are coordinated with school schedules; for more information, contact DCCA at 937-547-0908 or dcca@ darkecountyarts.org.

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Murphy’s Nursery & Landscaping, Inc. is looking for individuals who are friendly and enjoy working outdoors to become a part of our team. We are a small family owned business who has worked together to establish a solid business that offers specialty outdoor living projects in addition to the general landscape and lawn care needs. We offer competitive wages, holiday pay, vacation and retirement options.

If you enjoy the great outdoors and want to become part of a company that has a passion for their employees and this industry please call the office at 937.968.3889 to schedule an appointment to discuss employment opportunities

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HELP WANTED 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 Our professional, patient-centered, modern dental office is seeking a fulltime EFDA to join our team. The position is four days a week and Fridays as needed. If you are interested in joining our expanding practice, please email resume to greenvilleohiodentist@gmail. com or mail to: EFDA Position, PO Box 356, Greenville, OH 45331

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Journeyman/Apprentice Line Worker Darke Rural Electric Cooperative, is currently seeking a Journeyman/Apprentice Line Worker at the cooperative’s service territory in Darke and Preble counties.

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FOR RENT 3 BR, 2 ba downstairs apt Gettysburg. Electric incld. $650/mo, $650 deposit. No Pets. 937417-6856 Small 2 BR house.

Washer/dryer hookup. No Pets. 12th St, Greenville. $450/mo + dep. 937-621-3717

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.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2019 1 TO 2:30 330 E. CANAL, ANSONIA 3 Bedroom home with new kitchen, freshly painted interior, new carpet. 2 car garage.

501 WASHINGTON AVE, GREENVILLE 3 BR 2 Bath home with over 1900 sq ft. Boast of LR, FR, DR. Corner lot and enclosed front porch. Must see!

133 W. MAIN, GREENVILLE (COMMERCIAL) Office building on corner lot in beautiful Downtown GREENVILLE. Property offers many possibilities with over 9000 Sq ft of office and warehouse space, overhead door, 2 parking lots.

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2 BR, 1.5 bath, W/D, c/a, stove. Deposit required. Greenville. 5641125 Storage for personal & business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor & Lock.

548-1075, 5328 Michelle St Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937-3168489. 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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FOR RENT 3 BR house in Greenville. 2 car detached garage. NO PETS. NO METRO. NO EXCEPTIONS. $550 mo/deposit. 564-4126 8186 Fisher Dangler Rd, Grnvl. Ranch house. 3-Bdrm. 1-Bath.

1-Car garage. 675mo/ deposit. 937-603-0575 3 BR house in Greenville. Single story. 1 car detached garage. NO PETS. NO METRO. NO EXCEPTIONS. $550 mo/deposit. 564-4126

IN GETTYSBURG 1/2 double at 101 George St. 2 bedrooms both up; washer/dryer hookup in basement. $350 per month plus $350 Security Deposit plus utilities (Vectren/DP&L/ water bill minimum $50 per month). NO PETS! Not Metropolitan approved. Call 548-9940 for Rental Application Grnvl - Upstairs 2 BR apt. Stove, refrig & dishwasher provided.

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MOVE RIGHT IN! 2-ST vinyl sided home w/4 BR, 1½ BA. LRM & DRM. Range, refrigerator, washer & dryer included. Nice 14x9 sun room. 3-car det. garage w/lots of storage space. MLS 783087 #4585 RECENTLY REDUCED! 2-ST home w/4 BR. LRM. Extra room for storage on back.

1-car det. garage. MLS 778736 #4581 SPACIOUS 4 BR 2-ST vinyl sided home!

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FOR RENT 3 BR 1/2 double in Greenville. Large living room, kitchen, dining room. W/d hookup, appl provided. Resident pays utilities, $525/mo + deposit. No pets, no smoking. 937-548-2397 Small house near Wayne Hospital. Attached garage. Ideal for the mature. Central AC & low utilities. No pets or smoking. 548-7339 1 Bedroom Apartment in Arcanum. Call 937477-5884 REAL ESTATE Investment Properties for sale. Greenville/Ansonia area. Call if interested 937-548-9302 PETS AKC registered Cocker Spaniel puppies, 11 weeks old. 1st shots & wormed. 4 males. $400. 937-417-5627

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The Annual Report of the Darke County Metropolitan Housing Authority For Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2018 has been completed and is ready for inspection at the Community Action Partnership office, 1469 Sweitzer Street, Greenville, Ohio between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

A copy of the report can be provided upon request.

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

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1998 Park Avenue Buick. Always kept in garage great shape!

Runs great! Asking $3500.00 OBO. 91,600 MILES. 548-5124 2015 Kia Soul, 54K $9995. 2015 Fiesta, 76K $6995. 2009 Focus, 77K $5995. 2012 F150 crew 4x4 $19,995. 2010 Equinox $7995. 2002 TrailBlazer $2995. 2007 Explorer $5995. Buy - Sell - Trade! CountryAutoSalesGreenville. com 548-1337 MISC. FOR SALE Dish Network-Satellite Television Services.

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602 MAGNOLIA-Split bedroom design in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch! Gas fireplace; stainless steel appliances; oak cabinets; walk-in closets in 2 bedrooms. $235,000 ---------------------------------------------------------SCENIC CREEK running through this property at 3433 Stingley Road! 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch has 4 car attached garage PLUS 24x30 building! 5 acres M/L $250,000 COMMERCIAL BUILDING at 1185 Wayne Avenut has over 7,000 sq. ft. that features 5 units with offices! Ample parking! Previously used as a medical building. $365,000 TRI-LEVEL at 104 Belair has 2 fireplaces; hickory cabinets and Corian countertops; hardwood floors in 3 bedrooms; heated garage and MORE! Close to park and shopping! $169,000 BE READY TO BUILD YOUR NEW HOME on the corner lot of Bur Oak and Aspen!

Improved with drilled well; grass; trees; sidewalks! $30,000 COMMERCIAL BUILDING at 5294 Sebring -Warner Road has over 5400 sq. ft. of warehouse space; 1185 sq. ft. of office space; 60x90 shop; PLUS foyer and reception area!

Newly painted exterior; 3 overhead doors with openers. $325,000 IN NORTH END OF GREENVILLE this 3 bedroom brick ranch at 1229 Northmore has a 2 car attached garage. $115,000

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GREENVILLE – St. Mary’s School in Greenville is pleased to announces its second quarter honors list.

First Honors Eighth Grade – Mariah Kreusch, Carson Pope, Luke F. Rammel, and Lauren Wright Seventh Grade – Lydia Beisner Sixth Grade – Adam Edwards, Ashton Noggle, Callie Pope, Charlie Pope, Lauren Schmitmeyer, Trey Rammel, and Andrew Winner Fifth Grade – Isabel Badell, Drew Beisner, Ethan Jones, Brooklyn Kreusch, and Gabe Rammel Second Honors Eighth Grade – Luke D. Rammel Seventh Grade – Anne Gibson and Alex Hadden Sixth Grade –Kaitlin Combs, Mason Pierri, and Molly White-Shappie Fifth Grade – Ava Glass, Lexie Shoop, Elizabeth Stout, and Rachael Wright

GREENVILLE 235 Morrow St. $13,800 2 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car garage close to downtown, fix up as you like or investment property.

(742273) 223 W Park Dr. $77,500.

2 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car garage, close to city park.

(774768) 6263 Oliver Rd. NEW PRICE $149,000.

3 Bed, 1.5 bath home, 1 car att. Garage, partial basement, family room, 2 decks, many updates, one owner home.

(782829) OUT OF GREENVILLE 1898 Payne Rd. Hollansburg $79,900.

2 Bed, 1 bath, 2 acres, barn, quiet country setting. (779274) 116 N. Main St. Hollansburg NEW PRICE $72,000.

4 Bed, 1 bath, garage, carport, small rental house and rents for $325. (782703) 8844 E Second St. Bradford/Webster $18,970.

2 Bed, 1 bath, bungalow, nice yard, close to golf course.

(779361) 491 Frazers Rd. West Manchester $87,500.

3 Bed, 1 bath, 1 acre lot, garage, country setting.

(780120)

LEGAL NOTICE COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE Lisa E. Miller v. Bradley A. Miller, Darke County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division, Case No. 18-DIV-00551 To: Bradley A. Miller, Address Unknown, but whose last address was 528 Monterey Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305: Bradley A. Miller, whose address is unknown and cannot be ascertained with reasonable diligence, is hereby notified that on the 20th day of December, 2018, Lisa E. Miller filed in the Darke County Court of Common Pleas, Domestic Relations Division, 504 South Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331, a Complaint for Divorce against Defendant Bradley A. Miller. Said case is entitled Lisa E. Miller v.

Bradley A. Miller, and is identified on the docker of said Court as Case No. 18-DIV-00551. The Complaint alleges that Plaintiff is entitled to a divorce from Defendant on the grounds of incompatibility and living separate and apart from the other for more than one year, among others, and requests that Plaintiff be awarded and absolute decree of divorce from Defendant Bradley A. Miller.

Defendant Bradley A. Miller shall take notice that he is required to answer said Complaint on or before the expiration of twenty-eight days from the date of the last publication of this notice.

James S. Detling, Esq. Detling Law Offices, LLC 421 Public Square Greenville, OH 45331 (937) 316-4800 Attorney for Plaintiff Lisa E. Miller 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7 6T LEGAL NOTICE

SPECIAL NOTICES AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Get FAA approved hands on Aviation training. Financial aid for qualified students - Career placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 877-8180783

CITY OF GREENVILLE On February 19, 2019, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation:  Ordinance #19-19 amending personnel list of the City  Ordinance #19-20 amending uniform llowances pursuant to codified ordinance section 252.16  Resolution #19-21 adopting now for 2019 through 2021 housing revolving loan fund plan  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  Resolution #19-23 authorizing the S/S Dir. to enter into a contract with Tree Masters  Resolution #19-24 authorizing advertising for bids for reconstruction of South Ohio Street  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  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  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

Stephens Memorial supports Empowering GREENVILLE - The Harry D. Stephens Memorial Trust recently presented a check to Empowering Darke County Youth, supporting its Summer and After School Tutoring programs.

President of the trust, Dianna Wagner, made the presentation to Empowering Treasurer, Lyn Bliss. The Empowering Board, program volunteers and the students benefitting

from the programs are extremely appreciative of the support.

The Trust began in 1990, with distributions made for the public benefit of residents of the Greenville, Ohio area.

Grants are made annually in June and December from the Trust’s interest income. Trust Fund members include Wagner, Jennifer Bish, Dr. Michael Fourman, Scott

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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

Dianna Wagner, President of the Harry D. Stephens Memorial Trust, presents a check to Lyn Bliss, treasurer, Empowering Darke County Youth.

Zumbrink and Becky Jenkinson.

The Empowering After School Program resumed

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.

Jan. 14 following the Christmas break. At this time, there are over 100 students, grades kindergarten through eight, actively participating in the program.

Since 2016, Empowering tutors and volunteers have worked more than 10,000 hours with over 450 students.

As the program continues to grow, so does its needs. Donations may be sent to Empowering Darke County Youth, P.O. Box 1113, Greenville, Ohio. Adult volunteers are needed, as are snacks and supplies. For more info email empoweringyouth101@gmail.com or message Facebook.

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DARKE COUNTY SHERIFF’S ESTATE SALES

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 937-547-4603 OR GO TO WWW.DARKECOUNTYSHERIFF.ORG Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Delinquent Lands Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191

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

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

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes:

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes:

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes:

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 18CV00470, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Ann Cottongim, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $7,422.51 (Seven Thousand Four Hundred Twenty Two and 51/100)

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 18CV00471, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. James E. Buck, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $6,021.91 (Six Thousand Twenty One and 91/100) 417 State Route 722 Gordon, OH P60430835010210100

3629 North Dr.-Wayne Lakes Greenville, OH L80221128020113300

Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment;

Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment;

Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 22nd day of March, 2019 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 5th day of April, 2019, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel.

Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 22nd day of March, 2019 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 5th day of April, 2019, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: 15% of purchase price Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY. Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 3T General Information The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property.

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

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: 15% of purchase price Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation. Buyer acknowledges that the Darke County Engineer has found that no further transfers of this property will be approved without a survey and that buyer will be required to enter into an agreement with the Darke County Engineer to have a new survey and legal description prepared at buyers cost for this property before the engineer will approve this transfer.

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 18CV00456, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Ralph Jenkins, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $222.25 (Two Hundred Twenty Two and 25/100) .246 Acres on Greenville Nashville Rd. Greenville, OH F24021232000023002 Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 22nd day of March, 2019 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 5th day of April, 2019, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: 15% of purchase price Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT

BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY.

Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 3T

Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 3/3, 3/10, 3/17 3T

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

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

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

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

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

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Andrew Fernandez joins Hanes Law Group

U.S. Bank Foundation contributes to BBBS SIDNEY – U.S. Bank recently awarded a Community Possible grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County to assist with its Career Quest program. Career Quest is a partnership with Sidney High School’s Opportunity School and offers one-toone mentoring for youth to develop hope, build skills, and prepare for future careers in the community.

Community Possible is the corporate giving and engagement platform at U.S. Bank, focused on the areas of Work, Home, and Play. The company invests in programs that provide stable employment, a safe place to call home, and a community connected through arts, culture, recreation, and play.

Philanthropic support through the U.S. Bank Founda-

tion and corporate giving programs reached $58.4 million in 2017.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County’s Career Quest program invests in the workforce by creating pathways in manufacturing, construction, and health with local partners to assist youth with skills and services necessary to reach their maximum potential. The program provides pathways for success to postsecondary education by partnering with Rhodes State College and Edison State Community College to provide evidence-based curriculum, field experiences, internships, job shadowing, and the opportunity to receive a credential and/or college credit. Career Quest teaches financial well-being for work and life

via the Federal Reserve Bank’s “Keys to Financial Success” curriculum.

Students learn the knowledge, skills, and processes required to make sound financial decisions and manage their own personal finances. Lessons engage students in critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making.

Last year, Big Brothers Big Sisters served 60 students within its Career Quest program.

High school mentoring programs have become a widespread component of many nationally affiliated Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies.

Studies prove that children who spend time with a positive role model are more likely to become healthy, productive adults. This donation will allow Big Brothers Big Sis-

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LARGE QUALITY PUBLIC AUCTION

Jennifer Bruns (left), Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County’s executive director, receives a check from Kim Doak, US Bank Branch Manager, for a grant from US Bank Foundation to help with their Career Quest program.

ters of Shelby and Darke County to expand and continue its Career Quest program at Sidney High School.

Visit U.S. Bank at www.usbank.com or follow on social media to stay up-to-date with company news.

For more information regarding U.S. Bank’s Community Possible grants, visit www.usbank. com/communitypossible.

Big Brothers Big

Sisters is a nonprofit United Way member agency. If you would like to make a difference in the life of a child, either through volunteering or financial contribution, please contact the agency at 937-4927611, 937-547-9622 or go to www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org for more information. The Career Quest program is still in need of at least 10 volunteers.

GREENVILLE – Andrew L. Fernandez recently joined the Hanes Law Group, Ltd. as an associate.

Andrew graduated from the Ohio State University with cum laude honors obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science. After graduation, he worked as a customer relations specialist in BMW North America’s Customer Relations Department. Andrew worked with BMW dealerships and the corporate office to address and resolve customer issues and concerns.

Desiring to pursue a legal career, Andrew attended the University of Cincinnati Law School from the fall 2015 to the spring 2018.

Andrew Fernandez

While attending law school, Andrew was a member of the University of Cincinnati Law Review as a blog contributor and later served as a blog editor.

Andrew obtained his Juris Doctor Degree in May of 2018 and graduated with cum laude honors. He passed the Ohio State Bar Examination and was sworn in as a licensed attorney on November 11,

2018.

Andrew is excited to begin his legal practice in Darke County.

Hanes Law Group, Ltd., whose members include Thomas H. Graber, II, Thomas L. Guillozet, Paul E. Wagner, Matthew J. Pierron, and Andrew L. Fernandez, has two offices: 507 South Broadway, Greenville, Ohio; 207 East Main Street, Versailles, Ohio.

Areas of practice include: civil litigation, criminal defense, probate, estate planning, real estate, domestic relations, bankruptcy, and employment. Attorneys may be reached at (937) 548-1157 or (937) 526-3501 within the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

SAT., MAR. 9, 2019 @ 9:00AM

KIRBY LYONS AUCTION FACILITY 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00AM LOADING OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT WILL BE AVAILABLE *PREVIEW IS FRIDAY, MARCH 8TH FROM 12:00PM TO 5:00PM*

28 FT. ENCLOSED CARGO TRAILER – SHOP EQUIPMENT – 1964 IMPALA SS – MOPAR ENGINES – VINTAGE PARTS – ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Directions: Approx.

30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) ENCLOSED CARGO TRAILER – 1964 CHEVY IMPALA SS 2007 Interstate 28 Ft. Tandem Axel Enclosed Cargo Trailer, 8 Ft. wide, 7’ 6” inside height, new Tires, Checker Board Vinyl Floor, Tie Down Floor Tracking, Side Walk Door, Escape Door over Fenders, H. Duty Diamond Plate Rear Ramp, White Vinyl Insulated Interior, Champion 7500 Lb. Elec. Winch, 4’ Dovetail, 4 under trailer stabilizing Jacks, Elec. Hitch Jack, bright red exterior, very nice, 1-Owner (Don’t miss this quality enclosed trailer); 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS, 2-Door, 327-V8 factory 4-Speed Console Car (not running), red exterior, black interior, car needs to be fully restored, a good project vehicle .

MOPAR ENGINES V-8 vintage Dodge 440 rebuilt Engine (ready to go); V-8 vintage Dodge 383 Engine; V-8 vintage Dodge 318 Engine; 6-Cyl. Ford Engine (out of Fairlane).

SHOP EQUIPMENT NEW Maxworks Floor Model Sandblasting Cabinet, 40 Lb. Capacity; NEW 20-Ton Capacity Hydraulic Shop Press; NEW 2-Ton Hydraulic Folding Engine Hoist; Dual Pedestal Buffer/Grinder on stand Comm. Type (nice); 20 Gal. Elec. Parts Washing System; Rolling Hydraulic Pedestal type Transmission Jack (like new); Hercules (Air) Paint Gun Cleaning Cabinet System (very nice); NEW Maxworks Portable Air Sandblaster 20 Gal. 125 Lb. Capacity; Trojan Equip. Co. 18 Ga. Mild Steel Pedestal type Roller (bead roller); 8 Ft. Elec./Hydraulic Portable Vehicle Floor Hoist (very nice); Heavy Duty Hydraulic Car/Truck Vehicle Rotisserie Rack; set of (4) Heavy Duty Roller Dollies; (2) pairs of H. Duty Jack Stands; Triumpk NTC-950A Commercial Air Tire Changer with acc. (very nice); Matco Elec. Stud Spotter Mdl. #5090 (like new); 5 Gal. Aro Union 76 Air Grease Gun on Roller Cart.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Early #3 Cast Iron Hand Crank Coffee Grinder; (2) Steel Implement Seats; 1 Gal. Brown Crock Jug; early 5 Gal. Empire Motor Oil Can; Wood Carpenters Chest; Coal Bucket; #8 Glass Jar Elec. Butter Churn; early Fencing Mask; early framed Picture of the Hobart Co.’s Factories; Cast Iron Stained Glass Parlor Lamp; (2) Wood Buckets; early Ice Skates; sev. Wood Pulleys; H. Duty Log Tongs; (2) Buck Saws; Brass Hanging Scales; 10+ Oil Lamps; Muskegon Cannon 30 Gal. Metal Barrel with Cannon graphics, Nice; 5 Gal. Lion Oil Can (good color); 5 Gal. Cream Can; early Wood Box with Clay Marbles; early Metal Round Jerco Rat Bait Station Adv. Can (nice); Crock Batter Bowl; (2) lg. Wood Mallets; Granite Coffee Pot, Roaster & Plates; Decker’s Lard Can; (4) early Wire Baskets with handles; Glass Hazelnut Hot Chocolate Bottle; Metal Checkerboard Picnic Basket; Lion “Cast” Door Knocker; Cast Ship Book Ends; Sharpening Stihl; early Metal Pulley; Wood Rolling Pin; early Weeder; early Star & Seyfert’s Potato Chip Cans; early Ice Skates; early Oak Hat Rack with beveled Mirror; Wood Adv. Peach Crate Wagon with Steel Wheels (nice); (2) Longaberger Baskets; lg. White Granite Kettle with Lid; early Oak Wall Clock (The Standard Elec. Time Co.); (2) 50 Lb. Framed Middlings Feed Sacks from Sugar Grove Mills, Covington, Ohio; sev. decorative Wood Boxes; (2) Cast Iron Pitcher Pump Handles; Tonka Metal Dump Truck, Grader & Loader; Green Porcelain outside Light; Cast American Eagle Wall Plaque; (3) early Glass Fish Hatchery Jars from Put-In-Bay Fish Hatchery Est. in Sandusky Ohio in 1800’s; (3) Galv. Jamesway Chicken Feeders; early Cast Iron ornate Yard Edging (15) pieces (very nice); early Champion Wall Mount H. Crank Drill Press; early Hawthorne-Mont.

Wards Girl’s Tank Bicycle with (2) Headlights; “White” Cast Iron Sewing Machine Base with Wood Top; early Kitchen Utensils; Walnut Storage Box; 45 Records;

Service Station Road Maps; sm. Delphos Metal Fuel Can; Framed Picture of Indian on Horse; (8) early Cloth Advertising Feed Sacks; Brownie Reflex Camera & N.O.S. Flash Bulbs; Hobart Co. Century Books; Gold Metal Crochet Set; 7 Ft. Wood Level; 5 Gal. Portable Air Tank; sev.

Clinker Grabbers; early Hamilton Beach Stand Mixer Mdl. “D” with Bowls; (2) Framed 50 Lb. Miami Mash Feed Bags, Miami Grain, Sidney, OH; pair of Cast Rooster Wall Plaques; (2) Paper Dayton Flour Co. Sacks; Wood Drying Rack; old Vehicle Wood Spoked Wheel; Metal Road Signs (STOP and DEAD END).

VINTAGE AUTOMOTIVE BODY PANELS Pair of 1967 Dodge Coronet 2-Dr. L&R Doors; (2) sets of 1969-1970 Dodge Charger L&R Front Fenders; 1969-1970 Dodge Charger L&R Front Doors; 1968 Ford Mustang Trunk Lid; (2) 19651967 Ford Mustang NEW Quarter Panel Skins L&R; 1968-1969 Dodge Coronet Scoop Hood; 1968 Road Runner Dbl. Ram Air Hood; 1969-1970 Charger Trunk Lid; (2) 1968-1969 Coronet Trunk Lids; 1965 Olds Cutlass Trunk Lid; 1968-1969 Dodge Coronet Hood with Center Raised Panel; 1980-1986 NEW Ford P.U. Drivers Side Bed Skin; 1968-1970 Charger Rear Taillight Panel; 1965 Olds Cutlass Rt. Front Fender; 1972 Olds Cutlass Front Doors L&R; 1965-1967 Ford Mustang NEW Floor Pans & other Panels; 1966 Mustang Instrument Panel (NEW); pair of Mopar NEW Rocker Panels; Camaro/Firebird Rear Spoiler; (2) 1965 Cutlass Chrome Grills; 1965 Cutlass Dash & Instrument Panel; (3) 1967 Chrysler Instrument Panels; (2) 1973 Cuda Instrument Panels; 1967 Chrysler Chrome Auto Console; 1968 NEW Ply. Cuda Fuel Tank; 19701976 NEW Ply. Duster Inner Rocker Panels L&R (NEW in box); NEW Mustang Rear Chrome Deck Lid Rack.

MOPAR AUTOMOTIVE PARTS & MORE 1971 Dodge R/T rebuilt Rear End 3.91 Ratio; 1968 Dodge 2.91 Ratio Rear End; (4) Mopar Axel Hubs; sev. Mopar 440 Heads; Mopar Auto Transmissions – 727, 340; (4) 1968-1970 Mopar “B” Body Rear Leaf Springs; 4-Spd. Transmission with Hurst Shifter; set of NEW Hooker 440 Headers & others; set of NEW Mopar 440 S.S. Exhaust Manifolds; (10) Carburetors including: Holley, Starters, Alternators; sev. Drive Shafts; NEW 6 Volt Generator; 440 Harmonic Balancers; Hurst Olds 442 Auto Shifter; Coronet & Cuda Torsion Bars; Mopar Chrome Oil Pan; Mopar Deep Well Oil Pan; Edelbrock Alum. 400 Pontiac Intake Manifold; set of (4) Chrome G.M. 14” Wheels; Mopar Suspension Parts, GM, Ford, Mopar Shocks; set of Chevy S.S. Hubcaps; Ply., Ford & GM Hub Caps & Trim Rings; NEW Camaro Headliner (Blk.); Mopar Super-B Headrests & Armrests; Jeep Wrangler Chrome Grill; NEW in box 1968 Pontiac GTO Chrome Rear Bumper.

MISC. PARTS 1965-1967 Mustang Convertible Top Boot (Black); 1969 Dodge Coronet/Super Bee Auto Chrome Shifter; 1968 Road Runner Chrome Frt. Bumper; 1969-1970 R. Runner Dashboard; 1970 Road Runner Rear Glass; 1972 Chev. P.U. Rear Window Glass, Side Glass; Mopar 440 Radiators & others; Mopar Side Glass; NEW Rubber Seals; misc. Chrome; 1964-1967 Mustang Padded Console; numerous Tires & Wheels; 1969 Coronet, R/T, Super Bee Tan Bucket Seats; Chrysler Blk. Seats; sev. Car Radio’s, Steering Wheels & Columns; Body Side Mldg.’s; NEW Oil Filters; Headlights; Tail Lamps; 1930 Truck Taillight & Chrome Bumper; Barrel Pump; (2) Steel Driveway Drags; Dbl. Sided Pool Ladder; Metal Free Standing Porch Swing; Case 100 Gal. Hopper; Boat Fuel Tank; Metal Parts Rack; numerous Automotive Paint Color Books; N.A.D.A. Auto/Price Guides; NEW Straight Line Sand Paper #40, #80, #120, #240 & #320 Grits; NEW D.A. Pads #40, #80, #100, #220 & #240 Grits; NEW Flat Sandpaper #80, #220, #320 & #600 Grits.

A-1 AUTO RESTORATION - OWNER • ALL items must be paid for the day of auction.

• ALL items are sold as-is.

Office: 937.316.8400 • We must collect Sales Tax (EXCEPT on titled vehicles).

Cell: 937.459.7686 • TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added.

Michel Werner Auctioneer

• Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information.

• Food from Heavy Smokers BBQ available on site!

• Preview is Friday, March 8th from 12:00PM to 5:00PM.

REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff

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PUBLIC REAL ESTATE AUCTION

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

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

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

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

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

PUBLIC ESTATE AUCTION

SATURDAY MARCH 9, 2019 9:00 AM

DARKE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS YOUTH BUILDING 800 SWEITZER ST. GREENVILLE, OH 45331 Truck-Guns-Farm Toys-Antiques & Collectibles-Lawn & Shop Equip-Household Truck 1996 Dodge 2500 Super Crew, Cummins diesel w/topper, 210181 miles.

Guns Remington 1911 R1 .45 semiautomatic w/ 2 clips and hard case (appears to be unfired); Ruger Mark II .22 target semi-automatic; Smith & Wesson .380 revolver; Keltec .380 semi-automatic; Western Marshall .357 Magnum revolver; Freedom Arms .22 Magnum belt buckle revolver; Remington 700 .270 bolt action; H & R Sportster 25 .22 LR bolt action; Savage 93R17 .17 bolt action; Ithaca M-49R .22 LR lever action; Mossberg 508A 12 gauge pump; New England Firearms 12 gauge pump; Western Field 326 FR 20 gauge bolt action; Stevens single shot shotgun; Stevens 335 double barrel shotgun; Zabala double barrel .410; Douglas .40 percussion; Douglas .45 Flintlock; Douglas .45 percussion; CVA 12 gauge black powder double barrel shotgun; CVA .32 Pioneer pistol; Daisy Powerline 880. Lots of ammo, including .270, .45 auto, .25 auto; .22, .20 ga, 12 ga.; powder horns; shot pouches; hunting clothes.

Farm Toys Operating model steam traction engine; Case threshing machine; Case steam engine w/operator; Case water wagon; JD A w/ loader; Euclid end dump; Charles Doepke earthmover; Charles Doepke Adams grader; Massey Harris combine; Ertl Spreader & wagon; IH 656; Case 930; JD diesel 4020; JD diesel Power shift 4020; JD A w/cultivators; JD A; JD 1953 70 Row Crop; JD 12A combine; JD model 94A 4 row planter; JD 8400; JD E; JD 80; JD GP & wagon; JD FFA model 70; JD FFA model 60; JD B; JD 1930 GP; !915 model R Waterloo Boy; JD 1953 Orchard model 60; JD FFA model D; JD Millennium Froelich gasoline tractor; JD 430 crawler w/blade; JD 720 w/ 810 blade, 45 loader, heat houser; JD 8300; JD Precision Classic 4000; JD 40 crawler; JD 730 diesel; JD B; JD 23 race car; JD wagon; JD utility tractor w/loader; JD BN; JD LA; JD 214 T baler; JD F145 5 bottom plow; FFA Farmall H;FFA Farmall F-20; IH 600; IH T-340; IH T-340 w/bullet grader; FFA Farmall Super MTA; Farmall H 50th Anniversary; FFA IH McCormick 600; Oliver 1555 diesel; New Holland 100th Anniversary baler; Case 1832; FFA Ford 8N; Fram Dodge Power Wagon tow truck; Prairie train engine; Tonka truck.

Antiques & Collectibles Early Evinrude boat motor; Myers water wagon hand pump; steam whistle; copper apple butter kettle w/ stirrer; copper wash boilers; 2 burner kerosene hot plate; milk bottles; crocks; bundle fork; large collection of match books; Griswold # 6 skillet w/lid; powder horn w/map of Fort Greenville and Anthony Wayne’s Trail . Minnesota treadle sewing machine; early Sawyer View Master w/cards; tomahawk; Darke County Steam Thresher’s commemorative plates; steam engine pictures; fly rod; Disney items.

Lawn & Shop Equip Cub Cadet XT1 lawn tractor, 18hp Kohler, 42” deck, Massey Ferguson 10 tractor w/ mower deck, snow blade, and rear mount tiller; Troybilt 2350 psi pressure washer; Homelite 5600 watt generator; Powermate air compressor; front tine tiller; Ryobi radial arm saw; circular saw; 10” Craftsman band saw; Schaur battery charger; table saw; Stihl 018C chainsaw; Delta scroll saw; Coleman lanterns; leg hold traps; Buddy Heater space heater; 24’ Werner ext. ladder; toolbox; tools; Larson storm door(new); crow bars; long handle tools; Primus propane camp stove; anvil; Pacific 10 speed bicycle; 4 cyl Wisconsin engine (torn down, needs rebuilt).

Household 2 piece bedroom suite; double bed; dresser; wooden desk; Roos cedar chest; wooden boxes; Howard Miller mantel clock; child’s chair; wing back chair; love seat; coffee table; entertainment center; floor lamps; end table; Coleman Queen air bed; quilts; comforters; dishes, pots, pans, costume jewelry; picture frames; wall mirror.

MICHAEL BERTE ESTATE-MARSHA DUVALL ADMIN.

Margaret Hayes Attorney DC Probate 18-1-277 And Others Terms: Cash or good check with Proper ID. MC, Visa, MasterCard accepted w/3% fee. www.auctionzip. com user 11883 for pictures.

Lunch by Heavy Smokers BBQ. Never a buyer’s premium.

OPOTA receives $280,000 in grants LONDON—Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine announced that his office’s Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy has received two grants totaling $280,000 to provide training for Ohio law enforcement officers on topics including identifying impaired drivers and investigating traffic collisions.

The grants were awarded by the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s Ohio Traffic Safety Office, through funding from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, to support several courses offered at the Attorney General’s Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA).

“Ohio law enforcement officers play a critical role in keeping our roads safe, and our goal is to provide them with advanced training, knowledge, and skills they can use to help protect our communities,” said Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine.

“These grants will support courses that help officers identify impaired drivers, monitor vehicle speed, and prevent collisions, among other topics.”

An Impaired Driving Training Grant award totaling $200,000 will be used to reimburse the cost of tuition for Ohio law enforcement officers who attend the following OPOTA courses: * Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), which helps officers identify alcoholand drug-impaired drivers. * Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Instructor, which certifies participants to instruct courses on field sobriety testing.

A Traffic Safety Grant Program

4-H CLUB NEWS Silver Hoofs

President Ashley Penny called the Feb 8 meeting of Silver Hoofs 4-H Club to order at Paws Bingo Hall.

Gabe Fergerson led the American Pledge, and Sara Hollopeter led the 4-H Pledge.

Trash Bash is April 13-14. Tack sale is Sunday, March 17; we are having a silent auction again. Patrick Neill will be organizing the Treaty City Joust under Combatant’s Keep.

They will try to have a 50/50 raffle again with the proceeds going to the club.

Cancer patients and the Darke County Homeless Shelter are taking donations of items. Our club has made Gold Honor Club for the 10th year in a row.

There will be a Day Horse Camp June 5-7 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the fairgrounds. Members made Valentines for residents of Rest Haven Nursing Home.

Makynzie Donthnier, reporter

award totaling $80,000 will be used to reimburse the cost of tuition for Ohio law enforcement officers who attend the following OPOTA courses: * Advanced Traffic Collision Investigation (Level II), which covers advanced techniques for investigating traffic collisions, including measuring, mapping, and analyzing vehicle behavior. * RADAR and LiDAR Operator,

which teaches participants to operate radar and lidar devices (which measure speed) and includes field exercises, mock trial preparation, and courtroom testimony practice. * RADAR and LiDAR Instructor, which trains participants to provide instruction on the operation of radar and lidar devices and on trial preparation and giving courtroom testimony. * Traffic Colli-

sion Investigation (Level I), which covers techniques for investigating traffic collisions, including preparing field sketches and applying mathematical formulas to determine vehicle speed. * Vehicle Dynamics (Level III), which provides techniques and formulas for investigating traffic collisions, including instruction on vehicle systems, vehicle motion, hydroplaning, rollovers, and determining energy,

speed, and velocity.

Law enforcement officers may register for these and other OPOTA courses on the Ohio Attorney General’s website.

The Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy, which is part of the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, provides instruction in a variety of subjects for the Ohio law enforcement community using the latest research and recommended professional practices.

Another successful Taste of Wine & Jazz GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA) recognizes Kent & Melinda Myers and Geoff & Jessie Surber for their sponsorship of the recent A Taste Of Wine & Jazz XXXI, held January 18, at Montage Cafe. According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, “DCCA thanks Kent & Melinda Myers and Geoff & Jessie Surber for their support of the arts in Darke County, their commitment ensures continuing the party that has become DCCA’s

most anticipated fundraising event.”

“The monies generated will help enable our organization to bring high quality performing artists to our community,” concluded Jordan.

A Taste of Wine and Jazz included four wines for tasting, complemented by exceptional hors d’oeuvres created

by Aaron and Michelle Cox of Montage. “Deron Bell And The Jazz For You Band” returned to bring the party to life. Bell and his “Jazz For You” band, has earned a large local follow-

ing. “Deron and the band are extremely skilled musicians who love to play and are dedicated to making sure that their audience has a good time,” DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins explained.

Additional Wine & Jazz sponsors, who made the band’s performance possible and the evening a success include Edward Jones Investment Representatives Zachary Bruening, Dave Connelly, Ryan Carpe, & Todd Subler, Fry and Company, Family Health,

and Zechar Bailey Funeral Home.

A Taste of Wine & Jazz is a fundraising event for DCCA; proceeds are used to help underwrite the cost of presenting high quality performing artists in Darke County, as well as preserving Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall as an important cultural center. For upcoming events or further information on the Darke County Center for the Arts contact the DCCA office (937) 547-0908 or visit their website at www.darkecountyarts.org.

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6 lb. Bag California Seedless

MEAT

NAVEL ORANGES 4.99ea ................................................

In Store Made Fresh Bulk

BLUEBERRIES 2.39ea ................................................

HAM LOAF 3.99lb ...............................................

PORK SAUSAGE 1.69lb ...............................................

Pint

In Store Made, Fully Cooked Ready to Heat & Heat

2 lb.

Colby Longhorn or

CARROTS .99ea ................................................

8 oz. Whole White

MUSHROOMS 1.49ea ................................................

3 Pack

ROMAINE HEARTS 2.49ea ................................................

SWEET POTATOES .59lb ................................................

D’Anjou

PEARS .59ea ................................................

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

Smith Dairy Yellow “Super Jug”

GALLONS MILK

1.49ea Limit 1 with additional $20 purchase

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Smith Dairy 24 oz.

reg. 3.49 COTTAGE CHEESE 2.49 ea ................................................

Smith Dairy Gallons reg. 2.09 FRUIT DRINKS 1.49ea ................................................

Smith Dairy Gallons

reg. 2.69

SWEET TEA OR PEACH TEA 1.99ea ................................................

Smith Dairy Gallons 100% reg. 4.19 ORANGE JUICE 3.49ea ................................................

52 oz. Simply reg. 4.29 Orange Juice or 89 oz.

SIMPLY LEMONADE 3.49ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 45 oz. Tub Soft Spread

reg. 3.89

Borden’s 12 oz.

reg. 2.69

MARGARINE 2.49ea ................................................

AMERICAN CHEESE SINGLES 1.99ea ................................................

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

Made by Smith Dairy 48 oz. reg. 3.99 Frozen Yogurt, Regular or Sugar Free RUGGLES ICE CREAM 2.99ea ................................................

Van De Kamps reg. 6.69 19.1-24.6 oz. Beer Battered Fillets or Value Pack FISH STICKS 3.49ea ................................................

Birdseye 10-16 oz. reg. 1.99-2.29 Steamfresh or Regular VEGETABLES .99ea ................................................

Birdseye 21-23 oz. reg. 5.99

SHRIMP OR CHICKEN VIOLA 3.99ea ................................................

Pillsbury 11.7 oz.

reg. 2.79

COJACK SLICED 3.99lb CHEESE CHUNK 3.79lb ...............................................

Carolina

TURKEY HAM 3.19lb ...............................................

Kahn’s Deluxe Club

GARLIC BOLOGNA 2.39lb ...............................................

Cooper Farms Honey Roasted

SMOKED TURKEY BREAST 4.39lb ...............................................

Farmland 95% Fat Free

COOKED HAM 2.79lb ...............................................

Harvest Brand Smoked

BEEF LOAF 6.29lb ...............................................

Lebanon

BOLOGNA 6.29lb ...............................................

Arctic Shores 16 oz.

Reg. 4.99 TILAPIA FILLETS 3.99lb ...............................................

Bob Evans 20 oz. reg. 3.69 SAUSAGE GRAVY 2.99ea ...............................................

Shopper’s Value 25 oz.

reg. 2.49

Keebler 8-13.6 oz.

reg. 3.00

Essential Everyday 5 lb.

All Purpose

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CREME COOKIES 1.99ea ................................................

FUDGE SHOPPE COOKIES 1.99ea ................................................

FLOUR 1.79ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 24 oz. reg. 1.79

PASTA SAUCE 1.25ea ................................................

Mueller’s 12-16 oz.

Macaroni, Spaghetti and Assorted

reg. 1.99

PASTA .99ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 16 oz.

reg. 1.99-2.19

SALTINE CRACKERS 1.39ea ................................................

Nabisco 8.8-13.7 oz.

reg. 2.99

ROUND RITZ CRACKERS 2.49ea ................................................

Kraft 5.5-7.25 oz. reg. 1.49-1.89 Flavored Macaroni & Cheese or “Blue Box”

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

Hunt’s 28-29 oz.

14.5-15 oz.

BURRITOS .49ea ................................................

ZESTA SALTINES 1.69ea ................................................

reg. .79

Totino’s 24.8 oz. 50 Count reg. 5.79 PIZZA ROLLS 3.33ea ................................................

Shopper’s Value 5 lb. reg. 4.39 FRENCH FRIES 3.99 ea ................................................

reg. 4.19

SAUSAGE ROLLS 2.99ea ...............................................

CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS .69lb ...............................................

Our Best, Bone-In Center Cut

PORK LOIN CHOPS 1.69ea ...............................................

Sirloin End

PORK LOIN ROAST 1.49lb ................................................

Country Style

SPARE RIBS 1.69lb ................................................

81% Lean in 3lb pkgs or larger

GROUND CHUCK 2.49lb ................................................

Beef Boneless

CHUCK ROAST 3.99lb ................................................

Beef Boneless

CHUCK STEAKS 4.19lb ................................................

Beef Loin Boneless

NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS 6.99lb ................................................

Bulk Thick Sliced

BACON

3.19lb

IN 3LB OR LARGER PKGS 2.99LB ................................................

GROCERY

TOASTER STRUDEL 1.99ea ................................................

Patio 5 oz.

Bob Evans 16 oz. Fresh

reg. 2.59-2.89

TOMATOES 1.59ea ................................................

Keebler 16 oz.

Starkist 5 oz. Oil or Water Pack Limit 2

reg. 2.79

reg. 1.49

TUNA .69ea ................................................

Hostess 8-13.6 oz. reg. 3.99 Multipack Muffins, Ding Dongs, Ho Ho’s Cupcakes or TWINKIES 2.99ea ................................................

Post 10.5-20 oz. reg. 3.99 Peanut Butter Cocoa Pebbles, Fruity or Cocoa Pebbles, Honeycomb or GOLDEN CRISP 1.99ea ................................................

Swanson 32 oz. reg. 2.99 BROTH & STOCK 1.99 ea ................................................

Keebler 7 oz. reg. 2.59 CHEEZ ITS 1.99ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 16 oz. reg. 2.79 PEANUT BUTTER 1.69ea ................................................

Marzetti 16 oz. reg. 3.69 SALAD DRESSING 1.99 ea ................................................

12 Pack 12 oz. Cans Select Varieties

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

12 Pack 12 oz. Cans Select Varieties

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

12 Pack 12 oz. Cans Select Varieties

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

16.9 6 Pack

PEPSI & MT DEW PRODUCTS 4/10.00 ................................................

Frito Lay 10-11 oz

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DORITOS 2.29ea ................................................

FRITOS OR CHEETOS 2.49ea ................................................

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Graves-Fearon Agency welcomes Davenport ARCANUM – The Graves-Fearon Agency is growing. Bill Davenport has joined the Arcanum agency location as a Crop and Farm Insurance Specialist.

Davenport has spent 37 years of his career in agricultural related enterprises. Ten years of his career was committed to dairy and grain farming. The last 27 years he has been focused on sales management, agronomy operations, grain operations, and success of clients that he advised while employed in the cooperative system.

Davenport’s attention to detail, relationship building skills and Agronomy experience will be a great asset to our agency. After years of helping clients grow their assets he now enjoys helping clients pro-

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tect those assets.

Davenport attended The Ohio State University where he met his wife Beth.

Married for 40 years with four children, the Davenports are now entertained by 14 grandchildren. Bill and Beth attend EUM church and have resided in Darke County since 1991.

Contact Bill Davenport for your insurance needs – (765) 576-0843 (cell), (937) 692-5318 (office) or davenw1@nationwide. com.

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DCRW hosts rep from Faber’s office GREENVILLE – The Darke County Republican Women’s Club (DCRWC) is hosting featured speaker Joe Braden at 6 p.m. on March 11 at the Chestnut Village Center of the Brethren Home Retirement Community, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville.

Braden is a member of the team representing newly elected Auditor of State Keith Faber in western Ohio.

“It will be wonderful to hear from our longtime friend Keith Faber’s representative as Joe tells us about Keith’s new office, serving Ohio as Auditor of State. We are so pleased to provide this chance for the residents of Darke County to have a real inside look at one of Ohio’s state offices,” said Betty Hill, DCRWC President.

Braden was mayor of Saint Paris, Ohio for almost 10 years before beginning

work with the Ohio Auditor of State. The western district includes 14 counties, from Dayton to Lima. With his extensive territory, the Darke County Republican Women’s Club is honored to have Braden as a featured guest speaker.

The program is free and does not require reservations. The club does offer an optional dinner prior to the speaker’s program at a cost per person of $10 for those who would like to attend and have made reservations for the meal.

Dinner reservations must be made prior to noon, March 7 by calling Wavelene Denniston at (937) 547-6477 or emailing her at: DCRWReservations@darkegop.org.

DCRWC is a political group founded to provide political education and legislative information; provide a wider knowledge of the principles of the

Library Film Series features silent film GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library Third Floor Film Series will screen the 1927 silent classic Sunrise: A Song of

Two Humans in March.

Directed by F.W. Murnau, Sunrise tells the story of a failing marriage that finds new hope and energy.

The film opens on an unnamed farming couple who are clearly miserable in their life together.

The husband (George

O’Brien) is having an affair with a “woman from the city” who is vacationing in the countryside.

She convinces him to murder his wife (Janet Gaynor) and run away with her to the city.

He agrees, but when remorse stays his hand, he and his wife rekindle their love. The film is an exploration of love, grief, and the meaning of happiness, told in the gothic style Murnau helped pioneer as a major director in the German Expressionist movement.

Join the Library on Tuesday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m., as we screen Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans. Free popcorn, candy, and soft drinks will be provided, and David Nilsen will lead a brief discussion after the film.

Republican Party; increase the number of registered Republicans; recruit, promote, and support qualified Republican women for political office; give exposure to and work actively for all Republican candidates; and lend support to the activities of other Republican organizations.

The DCRWC is a multigenerational, multi-cultural organization providing the

structure and support for political activists to learn, engage, and flourish. The Club is chartered by the National Federation of Republican Women and is a member of the Ohio Federation of Republican Women. For more information, visit: http://www.darkegop. org/womens-club.html or email President Betty Hill at: DCRWPresident@darkegop.org.

Pictured are Christy Prakel, executive director of the Darke County Foundation; Todd Durham, vice president and trust officer at Second National Bank; Antonia Baker, assistant trust officer and financial advisor at Second National Bank.

SNB donates to Foundation GREENVILLE – Second National Bank recently made a donation to the Darke County Foundation in support of its efforts to enrich the well-being of Darke County residents.

The bank’s contribution will help provide scholarships to approximately 125 local students and grants to more than 50 local organizations that offer programs and services to Darke County residents.

“Second National Bank has maintained a strong and

lasting commitment to our community by supporting many charitable causes that benefit Darke County residents,” said Christy Prakel, executive director of the Darke County Foundation.

The Darke Co. Foundation is a community foundation dedicated to improving the lives of Darke County residents by receiving, managing and distributing charitable gifts. For more info, visit www.darkecountyfoundation.org or call (937) 548-4673.

Hunting and fishing licenses available COLUMBUS – Ohio’s hunters and anglers will soon be able to purchase their new state licenses. On Friday, March 1, outdoorsmen and women will be able to purchase their 20192020 hunting and fishing licenses at wildohio.gov and at hundreds of participating agents throughout the state, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR).

A new purchasing system launched two years ago, making it easier for hunters, anglers and conservationists to obtain licenses, permits or other products.

Licenses and permits are grouped by category, such as hunting or fishing. After an online purchase, including by cellphone, anyone with an online account can obtain a free reprint of a valid license or permit at wildohio.gov (this option is not available at agents).

Ohio’s resident fishing and hunting licenses cost $19 each, unchanged from last year. Ohio’s 2019-2020 hunting licenses are valid immediately upon purchase through Feb. 28, 2019. New this year, Ohio’s annual fishing licenses are valid for 365 days from the date of purchase.

Ohio residents also have the option of buying multiyear licenses, and people may choose from 3-year, 5-year, 10-year and lifetime hunting or fishing licenses.

All single-year and multiyear licenses can be purchased online at wildohio. gov and at hundreds of participating agents throughout the state if an Ohio driver license or state identification is associated with the customer’s account.

Those interested in purchasing a lifetime license may apply online or at any

of the ODNR Division of Wildlife’s five district offices or headquarters in Columbus. Locations of ODNR Division of Wildlife offices can be found at wildohio.gov.

Lifetime licenses cannot be purchased at license agent locations at this time.

For the 2019-2020 license year, a nonresident hunting or apprentice hunting license will increase to $180.96. Nonresident white-tailed deer permits will increase to $76.96. A nonresident fishing license will increase to $50.96. Beginning Jan. 1, 2019, a Lake Erie permit ($11) will be required for all nonresidents to fish Ohio waters of Lake Erie from Jan. 1-April 30 each year.

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Versailles Rehab offers free Lunch & Learn VERSAILLES – Versailles Rehab and Healthcare Center will host a Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, March 13 at noon. Participants will enjoy a delicious lunch and an important discussion about Advanced Directives, including the Healthcare Power of Attorney and the Living Will.

Elizabeth DurnellMaier, a local attorney, will discuss the importance of these documents in ensuring an individual’s wishes are respected in regard to healthcare decisions.

Additionally, topics such as wills and living trusts will be discussed, as well as strategies to assist families planning for a nursing home stay, including Medicaid planning and special financial benefits for Veterans.

In addition to provid-

ing valuable information, Durnell-Maier and her staff will prepare Health Care POAs and Living Wills free for those in attendance. For anyone in attendance who is unable to complete these documents due to time constraints, Durnell-Maier will offer a free consultation in her office at a later time.

Durnell-Maier is a certified specialist in Elder Law by the National Elder Law Foundation. She is also licensed to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for Veteran’s Claims and has received accreditation from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

This event is free but reservations are required to attend. Please call 937-526-5570 with your name and number of attendees by Monday, March 11.

Library hosts Author’s Night GREENVILLE – The Friends of the Greenville Public Library will host its first 2019 Author’s Night on Friday, March 8 on the third floor of the library. Finger snacks will be served from 6:15-6:55 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m.

Their first author is Jess Montgomery (aka Sharon Short). Sharon has chosen a new pen name for her new book, The Widows. A historical mystery set in 1920s Appalachian Ohio; it was inspired by the true first female sheriff in Ohio.

It came out Jan. 8 from

Sharon Short

Minotaur Books, and has received blurbs from Wiley Cash, Hallie Ephron, and other authors. Come and mingle and listen to excerpts from Jess’ new book.

Still time to get energy assistance GREENVILLE – Miami Valley Community Action Partnership (Miami Valley CAP) and Ohio Development Services Agency continue to help Ohioans stay warm during the cold winter months. The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program provides eligible Ohioans heating assistance if they are disconnected from their heating source, threatened with disconnection or if they have less than 25 percent supply of bulk fuel. The program runs through March 31.

“Working with Miami Valley CAP we’re helping Ohioans manage their energy costs this winter,” said David Goodman, director of the Ohio Development Services Agency.

So far this winter season, MVCAP assisted nearly 3,000 households, expending over $650,000 to keep our neighbors warm in Darke, Preble, Greene and Montgomery counties.

“The season has been a busy one, but we are so grateful our community members are utilizing the benefits of this program to keep warm, safe, and healthy during the unpredictable winter season.” said Keelie Gustin, Director of Energy Assistance Programs at Miami Valley CAP. “Our customer satisfaction surveys indicate the new scheduling system is an improvement, though we remind clients that during our busiest season it may take more than one attempt to schedule to successfully obtain an appointment.”

The new scheduling system is available at 937514-4777 or via their website—you can now schedule online. To better assist

our clients, appointments are available at the Montgomery County Office between 8 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

To qualify for the Winter Crisis Program, a household must be threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel. The household must also have a gross income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty level. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $43,925.

Households interested in the Winter Crisis Program must schedule a face-to-face appointment at Miami Valley CAP. Customers must bring the following items to

their appointment: proof of income (copies of pay stubs); copies of their most recent energy bills; list of all household members with Social Security numbers and birth dates; and proof of U.S. citizenship/legal residency for all household members.

Examples of documents that are accepted to prove citizenship/legal residency include: a Social Security Card, birth certificate, U.S. Passport, naturalization paper/certification of citizenship, permanent VISA, and INS ID Card.

A checklist of required documents is available at their website.

Please note, per the Ohio Development Services Agency, HEAP applications will only be accepted through March 31, 2019.

All applications must be submitted by this date for processing.

As a reminder, regulated utility companies will allow one appointment hold, per season, per household, if you are scheduled for disconnection before you can obtain an appointment. This hold cannot be extended and failure to attend a scheduled appointment may result in utility disconnection. Your appointment hold will be placed on your electric/natural gas account upon entering your account numbers via our automated scheduler.

For time-sensitive appointment holds (within one or two days of disconnect), call your local office directly, so we can better assist you.

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2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS FWD, 3.4L V6, all power, good cond., blue, 139,557 miles........................ $5,995...........$4,900 2005 CHEVY ½ TON SUBURBAN LT 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 261,369 miles ........................................................................................................................ $8,995...........$7,500 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 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

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 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 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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