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District dedicates new â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Green Waveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; home SUSAN HARTLEY

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A few members of The Early Bird/Bluebag Media team that will be providing support for the Great Darke County Fair are Clinton Randall, Gaylen Blosser, Ryan Berry and Keith Foutz.

Fair and Early Bird team up GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; With a unanimous decision by the Darke County Fairboard, The Early Bird became the ofďŹ cial newspaper of the Great Darke County Fair. A contract was presented to the board on March 1 that laid out a plan for the locally owned and operated newspaper to work hand-in-hand with Darke Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greatest treasure. The deal is a win-win for both organizations. The Early Bird/Bluebag Media gets to align itself with an institution that is known throughout Ohio and the country as the greatest county fair in existence. The Great Darke County Fair will not only continue to see great coverage and promotion, it will also have use of The Early Bird staff for advertising promotions and recording a pictorial history of the fair that will preserve the 161st edition for future generations. The fair represents the entire county and by partnering with The Early Bird they are assured of reaching approximately 28,000

homes and businesses in every corner of the county as well as parts of contiguous counties. The fair will also be heavily promoted on the newspaperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, www. bluebagmedia.com, The Early Bird Facebook Page has nearly 11,500 followers, Twitter and Instagram. Keith Foutz, president, publisher and co-owner, of The Early Bird, said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extremely exciting for Fred (Foutz, co-owner) and I, two Greenville natives to have the opportunity to partner with The Great Darke County Fair as it has always been an event we have always looked forward to.â&#x20AC;? He continued, â&#x20AC;&#x153;To be recognized as the designated newspaper for this outstanding event instills a sense of pride and community involvement that is a major component to our business strategy and long term goals. We are looking forward to providing them with the marketing and promotion efforts through both our print and digital platforms to assist them in meeting and exceeding their desired goals.â&#x20AC;?

Hughes approved as new GHS principal SUSAN HARTLEY

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville Board of Education met for a 6:45 a.m. Special Session on Thursday, March 2, and approved Stan Hughes as the new high school principal, effective for the coming school year. Hughes is currently serving as the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Career Technology Director/Coordinator of Technology & Virtual Academy. During the boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regular February meeting, the high school principal agenda item naming Hughes was tabled following a brief executive session, due, board president Jim Sommer said,

to the absence that evening of board member Brad Gettinger. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We held a discussion on the high school principal position with all ďŹ ve members there,â&#x20AC;? Sommer said of the March 2 special meeting. Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vote was 4-1 approving Hughes for the position, a two-year contract for 2017-18 and 2018-19 and will pay $98,349 yearly. Last fall, the board accepted the retirement resignation of current high school principal Jeff Cassell, effective this coming summer. Superintendent Doug Fries said Thursday the district will be searching for a new Career Technology Center Director in the near future.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; School administration and staff, elected ofďŹ cials, students and community gathered Sunday, Feb. 26 for the dedication of Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new K-8th grade facility. The $55 million, 231,000 square-foot facility sits on 62 acres along North Ohio Street and opened to students in January, following winter break. On Sunday, the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main gym was ďŹ lled with those attending the dedication, ribbon-cutting and self-guided tours. Superintendent Doug Fries again thanked voters for support of the new school. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to the Greenville community for supporting our Greenville schools,â&#x20AC;? Fries said, noting that the new state-of-the art building will help to â&#x20AC;&#x153;enhanceâ&#x20AC;? the educational opportunities for Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s students in grades K through 8. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;quality of school facilitiesâ&#x20AC;? also play an important role for student growth, Fries said, especially in 21st century learning, to offer Greenville students learning opportunities in our â&#x20AC;&#x153;global community.â&#x20AC;? In his closing remarks, Fries invited parents, grandparents and community members to â&#x20AC;&#x153;come back often and support students in your new Green Wave home.â&#x20AC;?

Fries also recognized the work completed by the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s levy committee â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Strong Schools, Strong Community â&#x20AC;&#x201C; led by Rita McCans, Susan Spille, Jan Teaford, and John Swallow, who served as the campaign treasurer. Also speaking during the dedication ceremony was board president Jim Sommers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks again, you the people who made this possible. This is just a new beginning for our students,â&#x20AC;? said Sommer, who also explained he had three granddaughters attending the new school. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What a great day.â&#x20AC;? Past and present elected ofďŹ cials â&#x20AC;&#x201C; former Rep. Jim Buchy, current Rep. Keith Faber, 84th District â&#x20AC;&#x201C; also spoke, commending the community for the role they played and must continue to play for the new building. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The biggest thanks goes to voters and taxpayers,â&#x20AC;? Buchy said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;who after several rounds of therapyâ&#x20AC;? passed the bond issue allowing the school to be built. Buchy also gave advice to students who were present in the audience, admonishing them to pay attention and work hard. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s up to you to listen and work hard,â&#x20AC;? he said. Faber, who was elected last fall to ďŹ ll Buchyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s position, thanked the community for â&#x20AC;&#x153;investing in the future of students.â&#x20AC;? And to the young students, he said

Callee Moore and Libby Harter recite the Pledge of Allegiance during the Feb. 26 dedication of the new Greenville Elementary and Middle School. (Clinton Randall photo)

â&#x20AC;&#x153;What you earn, nobody can take away.â&#x20AC;? District treasurer Carla Surber read a proclamation from Sen. Bill Beagle, 5th District and Sen. Matt Huffman, 12thDistrict, commending the school district for completing the new school and offering students educational opportunities. Other participants in Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dedication included Bruce Miller from Garmann-Miller Architects and Engineers, Nathan Jones, who served as the project administrator with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission, Greenville High School Band, Greenville High School Jazz Band, Greenville High School NJROTC and the Rev. Donald D. Myers. Elementary students who led the Pledge of Al-

legiance included Callee Moore, Libbee Harter, Adalee Boner, Ivy Sommer, and Gibson Steyer. During self-guided tours of the building, several groups performed, including the junior high band and drama students. Prior to their performance, three concert band members commented on their experiences attending class in their new school. Eighth-grader Aaron Matthews said it was â&#x20AC;&#x153;pretty great,â&#x20AC;? and that he likes the â&#x20AC;&#x153;bigger gyms. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awesome.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot more room,â&#x20AC;? said seventh-grader Zack Denniston. With the unusually warm weather, seventh-grader Parker Bailey said he was grateful for the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new HVAC system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s air conditioned,â&#x20AC;? he said of his new school.

Local event helps vets deal with injuries, PTSD RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Brian Luce knows what it is like to suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and injuries sustained while serving in the military. The retired Air Force veteran credits the Wounded Warriors Project (WWP) for giving him a different perspective and a desire to help others. Luce said he hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t gone hunting in years, but when he saw a program offered by WWP in Florida to go deer hunting he jumped at the chance. Not only did the opportunity change his life, it continues to change the lives of veterans that have suffered injuries and PTSD. Luce was involved in a plane crash in Afghanistan in 2010 that he says â&#x20AC;&#x153;messed me up physically.â&#x20AC;? The crash also attributed to his PTSD diagnosis. Although he continued to serve on active duty for ďŹ ve more years, Luce decided it was time to retire in December 2015. He moved to Ohio and six months later decided he wanted to help others like WWP helped him and

started Ohio Veterans Outdoors, Inc. He enlisted the help of James Sanders and the duo has already witnessed great results from the program. The veterans heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s serving are saying the same thing he said when he went deer hunting with the WWP, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had a great time and met some good people. I felt it really helped me out when it came to dealing with PTSD.â&#x20AC;? They originally planned one event for fall â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a crossbow deer hunt. That one event led to another deer hunt and two duck hunts. The most recent outing took place near Greenville and included a few local veterans. Nine veterans joined Luce and other Ohio Veterans Outdoors volunteers for a pheasant hunt. While these events give veterans a chance to hone their shooting skills, Luce believes the event is less about the hunt than it is about hanging out with their fellow servicemen and women, the camaraderie and sharing their experiences with others that are facing injuries or have disabilities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our mission is to promote wellness through outdoor experi-

Nine veterans braved the snow and joined with volunteers and event organizers for the Ohio Veterans Outdoors, Inc. Pheasant Hunt near Greenville.

ence education,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It gives them an opportunity to talk about what they are facing.â&#x20AC;? The majority of veterans participating in the hunt were from post Sept. 11, 2001 conďŹ&#x201A;icts including Iraq and Afghanistan. However, there were a couple of participants who served prior to that tragic day, including one who served in Vietnam. Participants in the Ohio Veterans Outdoors events are provided with everything, including a hunting license and gun if needed. They also provide ammo, orange hunting vests, and food. They even had some-

one donate the pheasants for the recent hunt. Cabelaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s outdoor store is a big supporter of the organization and provides the ammo, gift cards and several give-aways. By networking at previous hunts, Luce was invited to come to Greenville for a duck hunt and they decided this was the perfect place to hold the pheasant hunt. If you would like more information on Ohio Veterans Outdoors, Inc., call Luce at (701) 340-5962, visit www.OHVetsOutdoors.org or ďŹ nd them on Facebook at OHVetsOutdoors.

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GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT

Two overdoses reported by parents of adult children OVERDOSE

On Feb. 22 an officer was dispatched to 852 N. Ohio St. in reference to an overdose. Upon arrival the officer made contact with the complainant Rocky Reigle, who told the officer his daughter was on the floor in the bathroom of the residence. The officer found Macie Reigle unresponsive and she was having difficulty breathing. Greenville Township Fire and Rescue arrived on scene and began administering medical treatment, including Narcan. Rocky Reigle told the officer while he was watching TV he heard Macie in the bathroom gasping. When he checked on her he found her slumped over on the floor next to the toilet. He said he moved Macie to lay her down on her back and saw a syringe underneath her. Macie Reigle refused any further medical treatment once revived by the squad. The officer will follow up with Macie Reigle in 30 days to see if she has sought treatment. If not, a citation will be issued. On Feb. 23 an officer was dispatched to the 500 block of Washington Avenue in reference to a

drug overdose. The complainant told the officer her daughter, age 20, was upstairs in the bathroom and may have overdosed. Once reaching the upstairs bathroom, officers found the defendant lying on the floor, face down. She had shallow breathing and was unresponsive to questions. In her right hand was an empty, used, syringe that was uncapped and a fresh syringe mark was found on her right arm giving indication she had just used the syringe. The defendant was rolled over on her back and Greenville Township Rescue arrived and began to administer Narcan. After the treatment, the defendant became alert and responsive. The defendant said she must have just fallen asleep, then admitted she is trying to stop using heroin and was just using to get by until she’s able to get into a recovery center. The defendant was transported to Wayne HealthCare emergency room, and also admitted she was “a couple months pregnant.” The evidence was transported to the Greenville Police Department, A copy of the police report will be submitted to

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Numerous jailed following county-wide drug indictment roundup DARKE COUNTY – On Wednesday morning, at approximately 6:45 a.m. Darke County Sheriff’s Deputies and the Union City, Ohio Police Department executed arrest warrants on eight subjects with felony indictments for drug trafficking. This operation was a drug arrest roundup throughout Darke County, the City of Greenville and Union City, Ohio. Arrest warrants for more than 15 people have been issued on indictment for drug trafficking by the Darke County Grand Jury as presented by the Darke County Prosecutor’s Office. The indictments stem from over six months of drug investigations by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office Drug Investigation Unit. Charges on these indictments include Trafficking in Fentanyl, Heroin, Methamphetamine, Cocaine and Marijuana. At least 10 of the cases included trafficking in Heroin. Ten of the subjects have prior criminal histories, with six of them being prior drug charges. Chief Deputy Mark Whittaker said, “It is important to note all of these indictments were for trafficking also known as dealing in drugs. Five subjects were already in jail on other charges at

the time the warrants were issued.” A total of 13 people were arrested during the sweep. Two additional subjects were arrested during this time on bench warrants unrelated to the trafficking cases and happened to be present during the arrest of the others. Those arrested in Darke County are being held in the Darke County Jail pending arraignment through the Darke County Court of Common Pleas. Arrests will continue until all those indicted are brought to justice. The following are the individuals arrested on various charges during Wednesday’s roundup, along with the bond set by the courtDakoda J. Gilbert, 21, Greenville - Trafficking in Cocaine (F4), Trafficking in Heroin (F4) and Trafficking in a Counterfeit Controlled Substance (F4) - $25,000; Keagan R. Fair, 27, Greenville - Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs (F4) - $10,000; Kyllian M. McNutt, 24, Greenville - Two counts Trafficking in Marijuana (F5) - $10,000; Timothy W. Spurlock, 49, Greenville - Two counts Trafficking in Marijuana (F5) - $10,000; Rebecca S. Lamma, 57, Greenville - Two counts Trafficking in Fentanyl (F4)

The Darke County Common Pleas Court was busy with drug arraignments Thursday afternoon following Wednesday’s indictment roundup. (Clinton Randall photo)

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MUNCHEL – Brian R. Munchel, 48, of New Madison, passed away on Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 at Reid Hospital after a long and courageous battle with MS. He was born on April 2, 1968 at Reid Hospital to Lowell and Sandra (Altman) Munchel. Brian was a 1986 graduate of Tri-Village High School and attended Sinclair College in Dayton. He was employed by Ludy Greenhouse Mfg. for over 30 years and was a computer aided draftsman. Brian loved his family and rock & roll music. He was a talented designer and a former drummer playing with Mystical Presence and The Quest. Brian was grateful for all the help and support of his many wonderful friends and in return he gave many hours doing things for others through his creativity and designs. He is survived by his sons, Camren and Carsen Munchel; parents, Lowell and Sandra Munchel; sister, Kelley (Mike) Jones; dear friend, Jamie

Munchel; nieces, nephews and many wonderful and supportive friends. Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents and his brother, Corey Munchel. A Celebration of his Life Gathering will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society at www.nationalmssociety.org. Arrangements are entrusted to Waskom Capitol Hill Chapel in Cambridge City, IN. Online condolences may be made at www. waskoms.com.

CLARK – Frederick “Fred” H. Clark, 73, died Feb. 12, 2017. Memorial services were held Friday, March 3 at Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. PHLIPOT – Dorvan L. Phlipot, 90, of Versailles, died Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, Feb. 27, 2017, at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles. Burial is in St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles. HARRY – James D.

Harry, 65, of GreenVeteran ville, died Friday, Feb. 24, 2017. Services were held Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

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BEAUCAMP – Judith Ann Beaucamp, 74, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 at 9:50 p.m. at her residence. She was born January 30, 1943 in Muskegon, Mich. the daughter of the late Harry & Roberta (Shenburn) Warulski. She retired from Fram Corp. She was a member of the Woman of the Moose and the Eagles ladies Auxiliary; she volunteered at the Humane Society and served on the Board; she also volunteered at the Eagles. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kasey Beaucamp; children, Coral & George Beaucamp; brother, Harry Warulski. She is survived by her children, Roberta Neels, Lee Ann Billups, Kasey Beaucamp, Karl Beaucamp; grandchildren, Caleb, Tiffany, Samantha, Kurtis, Coral, Elizabeth, Jeffrey Jr., Victoria, Kasey Louis, Carl Jr., & Brittany; numerous great grandchildren. A memorial service was held Friday, March 3, 2017 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, with Rev. Daniel Berdine ofﬁciating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com. PAUL – Steven Terry

Paul, 62, of GreenVeteran ville, died Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017. A memorial service was held Thursday, March 2, 2017 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will be in Dayton National Cemetery at a later date.

RISMILLER – Wanda Lee (Prasuhn) Rismiller, 87, of Greenville, died Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. Funeral Services were held Wednesday, March 1, 2017 in the St. John Lutheran Church, Greenville. Burial is in the St. John Church Cemetery. LENNON – James Brandon “Jim Bob” Lennon, 33, of Versailles, died Friday, Feb. 24, 2017. A funeral service was held Wednesday, March 1, 2017, at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles. Burial is in Greenlawn Cemetery, Versailles. CAROLL-GUNN

– Alverta (Pefﬂey) Carroll-Gunn, 95, of Pitsburg, died Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017. Funeral services were held Friday, March 3, at Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial is in Arlington Cemetery, Brookville.

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– Paul L. KocherVeteran s p e r g e r , 91, of Gettysburg, died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017. A service was held Saturday, March 4, 2017 at St. John Lutheran Church, Greenville. Burial is in the Gettysburg Cemetery, Gettysburg.

BRITTENHAM – Harriet E. Brittenham, 102, of Arcanum, died on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017. At Harriet’s request, her service will be private. HIGGINS – Beth Christine Higgins, 53, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, March 4, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

HERRON – Jeremiah J. Herron, 36, of Covington, died Monday, Feb. 27, 2017. Private Services will be held. HAMILTON – Phyllis Katherine Hamilton, 91, of Greenville, died Wednesday, March 1, 2017. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at

OBITUARIES

the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery. Family and friends may visit Tuesday, March 7, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home in Greenville.

WALTERS – Nolan L. Walters, 83, of Greenville, and formerly of Indianapolis, Ind., died Wednesday, March 1,

2017. There will be a private service held at the convenience of the family.

KIMMEL – Thomas A. Kimmel, 71, of Covington, died Wednesday, March 1, 2017. The family will receive friends Monday, March 6, 2017, 5-7 p.m., at Bridges-StockerFraley Funeral Home, Covington.

You can send Girl Scout Cookies to the military BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Girl Scouts of Western Ohio (GSWO) are bringing a program to Darke County that will not only give area residents an opportunity to enjoy those wonderful Girl Scout Cookies, but also help some of the men and women in our Armed Forces get a taste of home. On March 11, a local Girl Scout Troop will be set up in the banquet room of the VFW Post #7262, 219 N. Ohio St., Greenville, from 4-7 p.m., for Operation Cookie. Darke County native Melissa (Seabold) Bray, customer care specialist with GSWO, explained Operation Cookie allows individuals and groups to purchase Girl Scout Cookies for persons serving in the military. The cookies are sent to military bases all over the world. While this is the ﬁrst time for Operation Cookie to come to Darke County, Bray pointed out over the past four or ﬁve years GSWO has sent over 90,000 boxes to our Armed Forces. She added that donations to Operation Cookie are tax deductible. Bray is a member of the Englewood American Legion #707 Ladies’ Auxiliary and was searching for a way to increase participation in the Operation Cookie program. Knowing Darke Countians didn’t have the opportunity to

Melissa (Seabold) Bray displays the variety of cookies that will be available during Operation Cookie at the Greenville VFW on March 11.

help support members of the military she asked the VFW if they would be willing to open their doors for the program and they readily accepted the chance to help. The annual cookie sale is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The ﬁrst known cookie sale took place in 1917 by a troop in Oklahoma. However, it wasn’t until 1936 that the nationally franchised cookie sale began. According to Bray, Operation Cookie gives the scouts another lesson to learn. Through this special program, local scouts are also learning about philanthropy. In addition, scouts also learn skills that will last a lifetime, including

goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics. The introduction of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) into the Girl Scout curriculum has had a positive effect on enrollment. According to Bray, Darke County has witnessed growth of the past few years and now serves 321 girls. Cookies offered this year include Thin Mints, Tagalongs, Samoas, Trefoils, Do-si-dos, Savannah Smiles, gluten-free Toffeetastics and the new Girl Scout S’mores. Most varieties are $4 a box with the Toffee-tastics and S’mores at $5 a box.

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CHURCH & SOCIAL GHS Class of 1964

Robert Stapleton and Betty Thomas

Sweetheart birthdays

PALESTINE – High school sweethearts have reconnected after losing their spouses and both are celebrating birthdays in March. Robert Stapleton, of Palestine, turned 96 on March 3 and his girlfriend, Betty Thomas, of Bethel, Ind. will turn 93 on March 10. The families send special birthday wishes to Robert and Betty.

FM Class of 1967

GREENVILLE – The Franklin Monroe Class of 1967 will host a party on March 31 at the Bistro, Greenville. Reservations are due by March 15.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Class of 1964 will meet for their monthly luncheon on March 9, noon, at the Greenville Moose Lodge. Stop in for a great time and great food. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call Sue at 4676894.

Paul Mestemaker

Mestemaker turning 85

DARKE COUNTY – Paul Mestemaker is celebrating his 85th birthday on March 7. Please join his family in wishing him a very happy birthday.

Trinity Lutheran Church, Versailles welcomes the public to their Annual

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Daryl Riffle drawn into family businesses ANSONIA – Whistle Stop owner Andrew Riffle is pleased to announce the soon-to-be former fair manager of the Great Darke County Fair has found a new home. “When I found out about the news of dad (Daryl) resigning from the fair, I immediately went to the drawing board,” said Andrew, Daryl’s youngest son. “When you think of an exceptional employee, community citizen and father, there was no question I had to find a way to bring him in. My parents, including mother Mary Riffle, have always been involved in all of my decisions so far in my life. I am just happy that I am fortunate enough to have so many family members involved.” In addition to his parents Andrew said, “My sister-in-law Jessica Riffle is the restaurant manager and runs all the day-to-day operations. My mom and brother Adam Riffle do many things behind the scenes to help with the success of the Whistle. And most importantly my fiancé Kalie Sanders supports me in any way imaginable, as well as does a lot of behind the scenes items. With the recent growth of the restaurant, as well as my aggressive schedule of improvements and changes, it takes a team of great and loyal employees and also support from family to keep customers happy and our product exceptional.” When asked what role the elder Riffle would play Andrew replied “That’s the beautiful thing. He can do anything. Anyone who knows dad knows he has so many talents to offer. That’s why I knew I had to grab him. I can work on his

exact duties later. I can tell you he will now run Riffle Mowing and Landscaping, which I have owned since 2001. He will do everything from the book work to the actual mowing. He will be a one man show,” Riffle laughed. “I think he will secure additional mowing yards because people know they can trust him and that he will ensure he does a great job. He will also manage all rentals I own under Riffle Real Estate, LLC. It’s just gotten to be too much as I now have 12 properties,” Andrew said. “He has rentals so he will adjust to that task very easily. Lastly, I can tell you he will have much involvement at The Whistle working on special projects and assisting Jessica with anything she needs. Dad has also been on the Darke County Visitors Bureau Board for several years, so I would love to see him continue to participate with that organization, representing our awesome county and The Whistle on that Board.” “I feel like I hit the jackpot on this one. With all six

Daryl & Andrew Rifﬂe

of us involved it’s now truly a family business,” Rifﬂe beamed. When Daryl was asked about his decision to get involved with the three businesses Andrew has established, he replied “I am very grateful for of all the employment options that were available and offered to me, but this one seemed to ﬁt me the best. It’s not every

day that you get to work with your family members to achieve business and professional goals. I am very excited to be a part of this.” Anyone wanting to inquire about lawn care services can contact them at (937) 417-7240. More information regarding the Whistle Stop in Ansonia can be found at whistlebarandgrill.com.

Christina’s Consignment celebrating milestone anniversary BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Looking for a unique shopping experience? Christina Nestor, owner of Christina’s Consignment, 146 W. Water St., Greenville, is inviting ladies who enjoy hosting parties to host their very own after-hours event Monday through Friday after 5 p.m. – a time for invited friends and family to try on outﬁts, choose accessories and spend an enjoyable time together. “We have a ball,” Nestor said of the after-hours events. “You can bring refreshments, too. Some have brought cookie or relish trays, even pizza.” Nestor does request no alcohol be part of an afterhours party. A $10 booking fee will be returned following the event. The consignment shop is celebrating 25 years this year, providing gently used clothing and accessories for plus-size women. Clothes are size 14 and up, Nestor said. “We’re now into spring and summer fashions,” she noted, pointing out several warm weather current trend tops to wear with jeans or skirts. Those wishing to host an after-hours shopping party will get the store all to themselves for one and a half hours. Hostesses will receive a card for 20 percent off a purchase on their next visit. The after-hours party

GHS Class of 1958

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Class of 1958 is having a luncheon on March 10, 1 p.m., at The Thirsty Turtle at Turtle Creek Golf Course on US Route 36 E., Greenville.

Live Music Night slated NEW MADISON – Post #245 American Legion will be hosting a night of Live Music Night from 8-11 p.m. on March 11. The event will take place at 242 Fayette St., New Madison. Musician Dean Neal will be featuring oldies, rock & roll with a touch of blues in his bag of tricks. There will be a cover charge of $3 for singles and $5 per couple. The event is open to the public.

A display of trendy tops at Christina’s Consignment in Greenville. (Susan Hartley photo)

idea came to Nestor as a way to give back to her customers and the community, realizing many women are just too busy to stop by during regular business hours. Nestor has been involved in several community service projects over her 25-year history. “We’ve helped so many people,” she said. “From ﬁre victims, to homeless shelters to pregnancy centers and churches. That’s what the Lord wants us to do.” Nestor did say she’s having absolutely no problems getting good, used items

to sell on consignment, but she said business had dropped off as far as sales. She’s hoping customers who want good products, but don’t want to spend too much money or leave Darke County – will stop by her store to support a local business. On March 10 and 11, Christina’s Consignment will celebrate its 25th anniversary by offering 25 percent off storewide, Nestor said. The storefront isn’t hard to ﬁnd – look for the bright green items on display just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.

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ON YOUR MIND

READERS WRITE Ashamed & Appalled at Some Darke Countians Thank you, Cheryl Stafford, for your insightful letter to the editor of Feb. 26, 2017, regarding the fearful reaction many people have towards anything and anyone who looks, thinks or lives differently from them. Ms. Stafford wrote due to her experience at a recent issues-oriented demonstration. I am not as thoughtful as she is and must express my feelings about the reaction from those folks who passed by the demonstration on Wagner Ave., Greenville, on Sat., Feb. 11. I participated. I was ashamed and appalled by the response, then in the aftermath, angry. Passersby, male and female, were more ugly, profane, and hateful in far greater numbers than I expected. I knew many Darke Co. folks would not view favorably, signs recognizing the need of better veteran care, awareness of global climate change, environmental issues such clean water and air, kindness and justice dealing with immigrants, GLBTQ people, black Americans, and more. My sign reminded people to remember the Golden Rule, found in the Bible and most other religious texts—“Do unto others as you would want done unto you.” These words apply to many of the issues expressed on that Saturday afternoon. What were the Christians and other religious people thinking, as they yelled the f-word repeatedly, gestured with their middle finger, and made other atrocious directives to the people there expressing free speech? I will admit there was one sign that was openly negative to the President. But the rest stirred up reactionary, misplaced passions against worthy issues to consider. I will never forget the look of the 80 something year old man in nice car and clothes, probably his wife next to him, giving me a long nasty stare and proudly displaying his middle finger. Is anyone out there ashamed of his or her words and actions? Dede Wissman, Greenville ~~~~~~~~~~ Thanks to Community & Doug Fries Our community’s new K-8 GCS building became a reality with many people working together for the common good of a new state of the art, learning environment for the Greenville School District’s children. Many, many people played a big part in the success of the passage of the K-8 school bond levy. Doug Fries, the new Superintendent, was at the helm with his passionate leadership, and he continues to be the “engine that could” with the countless hours that he has put in from the beginning of his tenure as Superintendent and still continues to this day. One of the many comments we heard from talking to, meeting with our community face to face and listening to their concerns was, “We never hear what is going on with our schools until they want money from us.” That main concern really resonated with us and we really understood how the community felt and why. We shared that objective concern with Doug and he “got it.” Doug has made an intentional commitment from that moment on, to stay connected with the school’s biggest partner… its people, by consistently writing articles through the media to keep our community informed with the decisions that are being made with their money and why. Doug is also very visible in our community and engaged with everyone and always has an open-door policy. He is always positive and smiling and encourages everyone with concerns or compliments to call, visit or talk with him anytime. Our thanks and applause goes to Doug Fries! Rita McCans, Greenville ~~~~~~~~~~ Fries Deserves Credit It was a wonderful ceremony yesterday at the ribbon cutting/open house for the wonderful new K-8 Greenville School. Many people worked very hard to bring about this huge accomplishment, but one person who deserves the MOST credit is Superintendant Doug Fries and it couldn’t have been done without his leadership. When the community voiced objections, Doug provided them with the responses, facts and details they requested. The School Board is also to be thanked - they made a good decision when they selected Mr. Fries as the superintendent to lead Greenville City Schools through the election and building project and it required a lot of extra work for many people. It was a long time coming but well worth the wait. Thank you to Mr. Fries, for all he has done and continues to do for our community; without his resolve and perseverance we would not have this state of the art facility for our children. Thank you Mr. Fries for your vision and direction, when many said it “couldn’t be done.” Thanks Susan Spille (one of the Tri-chairs of building campaign). Jan Teaford (another of the Tri-chairs) Views expressed on this page from guest columnists, cartoonist or readers voicing their perspective do not necessarily reflect the views/opinions of the newspaper. Readers are encouraged to utilize our letters to the editor space to share their own views/opinions. The Early Bird and Bluebag Media reserve the right to not publish letters that are considered libelous, slanderous or unsigned.

Believe it or not, I have two kids

With my oldest daughter getting a lot of attention lately, we’ve been asked more than once, “How is your youngest daughter handling it?” To be frank, she’s probably handled it a lot better than we have. This is a hard pill to swallow,

Arcanum BOE meets

ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold a public hearing for the purpose of discussion of retire/rehire of public employees at the regular Board of Education Meeting on April 13, at 7 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will be held March 9, 7 p.m., in the Board of Education Ofﬁce.

Republican women meet GREENVILLE – The Darke County Republican Women’s Club will host its regular meeting on March 13 at 6:30 p.m. at Chestnut Village Center/Brethren Retirement Community. The program will be Plexus Worldwide Health and Wellness Co. by independent ambassador Sonya Crist. Guests are always welcome. If coming for dinner, make reservations before noon on March 9 by calling Wavelene at 547-6477 or email wdenniston@ woh.rr.com.

Records Commission GREENVILLE – The Greenville City Records Commission will meet on March 15, 1 p.m., in the Planning & Zoning Conference Room located in Room 120 of the Municipal Building at 100 Public Square, Greenville.

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but we have been pretty crappy parents to our youngest. She could have easily been a Jan Brady and gotten overly upset with us and her sister, but she didn’t. We never heard her once use a sarcastic tone and say, “Marcia, Marcia, Marcia.” (Our oldest daughter’s name is not Marcia.) We’ve heard her use a sarcastic tone when she’s been told to do other things, like dishes, housework and homework. Even though she is one of her sister’s biggest supporters, she admitted it does get annoying when teachers and classmates approach her at school to tell her how wonderful her sister is. I completely understand. I have Middle Child Syndrome. I know what it’s like to always hear about your siblings. Geesh. My wife is the oldest child – she just doesn’t understand. She was the one people where comparing her younger brothers and sisters to. She was the one they were doting over. I’m annoyed at her just thinking about it. If our youngest doesn’t go to one of her sister’s track meets, she is the ﬁrst to call and ask how her sister is doing. Don’t get me wrong, they yell at each other – A LOT! However, it is refresh-

ing to know that beyond the scowls and screams there is genuine love. It almost brings a little tear to my eye. They are also the first to have the other one’s back if there’s trouble. I can’t wait to see where they are in five to 10 years – hopefully not still living with us (my wife may disagree). I do need to apologize to my youngest. A couple weeks ago my wife was sick and my oldest had one of the best track meets she ever experienced. My youngest won an award and got lost in the mix. Every excuse I can come up with is too lame to even mention. I didn’t get a picture of her and the plaque she won until a week later. I didn’t praise her for doing an outstanding job. I didn’t celebrate with her. I failed miserably. I can’t even say my wife and I failed. I was the responsible adult in charge and I own the failure. My wife was confined to bed, incoherent and slept the entire week. She had no idea what was going on from Monday morning to Sunday evening. The only part of that week my youngest daughter was able to enjoy was when she videotaped her mom crying after hearing the results of our oldest daughter’s shot put throw. “I should have

been there!” my wife cried. I could hear my youngest laughing in the background of the video. It was the only track meet my wife had missed this winter and it was a huge personal record for my oldest daughter. I know I don’t write a lot about my youngest daughter, but there is a reason for that. She’s smarter (in some ways) than my oldest. She’s too smart to do things that I would write about. She’s quick witted, but she doesn’t do the outlandish things that leave us shaking our heads and wondering where we went wrong. She makes us laugh, but we don’t have to rein her in like we do the other one when it comes to being silly or overbearing. She has her faults, but I blame my wife for those. I’ll accept that she gets her grumpiness in the morning from me, but the grumpiness in the afternoon and hardheadedness all the time comes from wife. Because I don’t write much about my youngest, there are probably a few readers thinking my wife and I just adopted a kid. Nope. She’s 100 percent ours. Believe it or not, I do have two kids. I’m equally proud of both of them.

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Ansoniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brock Shellhaas soars to new heights GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

ANSONIA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ansonia freshman Brock Shellhaas locked up the No. 1 slot for a freshman pole vaulter in the US setting back-to-back personal records, the second a 15-foot vault to secure his position as the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best freshman high school pole vaulter. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had some top jumpers in the barn today,â&#x20AC;? said Steve Shellhaas, owner of the pole vault facility. We had some really good quality jumpers for the small meet that we had. We have some of the better jumpers in the state here today.

Also setting two personal record for the girls was Beavercreekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eileen Yang with a ďŹ nal vault of 11-06.50 making her the top female freshman pole vaulter. The two freshman record setters took place at the Ultimate Air Facility in Ansonia hosted by the Ultimate Air Club of Ansonia. The event was the ďŹ rst at the Ansonia location to include a Canadian vaulter making it an international event. Maya Fetic, one of Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best vaulters from Niagara Falls also competed at the one day event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is one of the best jumpers in Canada,â&#x20AC;? said Shellhaas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She has won their nationals event in

the Junior Nationals. She wanted to jump against some girls that are her quality, so they drove to jump today in little Ansonia, Ohio. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our ďŹ rst international jumper so it was really kinda cool to have someone from Canada,â&#x20AC;? add Shellhaas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be a good little jumper. She is very good and passionate, so it was fun to have her up. Hopefully we see her again.â&#x20AC;? Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s AJ Frens along with Ansoniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brock Shellhaas both led the boys with vaults of 15foot. Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ryan Trick cleared 14-foot on the day and Matthew Hounshell ďŹ nished a 1006.25. Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Meg Reh-

mert ďŹ nished third with a vault of 11-00.75 and Lexi Addington followed with a 10-06.75 vault. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve really enjoyed being a part of the barn here,â&#x20AC;? said Greenville pole vault coach Micah Coblentz. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steve and I work really well together. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen a lot of improvements come from all the kids that are coming out here.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It has been invaluable to us just when you have a week that is rainy, being able to come up here for at least a day or two and get a practice in.â&#x20AC;? Versailles freshman Lucy Prakel come in with a 10-00. 75 vault for the girls. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very blessed and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great to share,â&#x20AC;?

Brock Shellhaas clears 15 foot giving the Ansonia freshman a new personal record in the pole vault (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Shellhaas said of the barn he and wife Amy own and make available to vaulters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love to see kids out here jumping. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s our passion. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re spoiled to have this type of indoor facility at our ďŹ ngertips to

use. We used to be able to jump two months a year because of weather, now we can jump 12 months a year and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always 64 degrees and no wind so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s perfect jumping conditions.â&#x20AC;?

Versailles dominates Greenon to advance in tournament play BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

CLAYTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Tigers defeated the Greenon Knights 89-36 in second round of OHSAA DIII tournament play in a game dominated by Tigers three-point shooting and solid defense. After a slow start, a 2619 halftime lead in the ďŹ rst round game against the No. 19 seed Milton-Union Bulldogs had Coach Swank and his staff conducting spirited Saturday and Monday practices before the Tuesday night second round tournament game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A lot more effort, a lot more intensity out there,â&#x20AC;? said Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Practiced really well Saturday and Monday. It makes a difference. You could see the energy level was a little bit up,

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ond quarter treys, one each from Austin Knapke and Keaton McEldowney and three J. Ahrens triples to add 26 points to the board. Greenon knocked down three second quarter threepointers, two baskets and a free-throw to get its largest quarterly output of the night, 14 points, only to lose ground by 12 to trail 51-24 with the teams heading to the halftime break. Making the highlight real on the night was a threequarter court Greenon buzzer beater to close out ďŹ rst half play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Little lapses here and there in the defensive effort,â&#x20AC;? Swank said of the teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst half defensive play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Had (Greenon) a three-quarter shot at the end of the half so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll clean it up as best we can.â&#x20AC;? Versailles put its smothering defense on display in the second half giving up six points in each of the third and fourth quarters. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pretty happy â&#x20AC;Ś third quarter effort on defense was tremendous,â&#x20AC;? Swank emphasized. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The whole second half really â&#x20AC;Ś defensive intensity was awesome.â&#x20AC;? Period No. 3 had the Tigers adding 20 points

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by way of 10 J. Ahrens points including two threepointers, six McEldowney points, and a bucket each from Alex Wendel and Connor Custenborder to lead 71-30 with one period to play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He moves heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like the Energizer Bunny out there,â&#x20AC;? Coach Swank said of Keaton McEldowneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 15 points on the night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With our motion our movement he seems to be the guy that gets open a whole-heck-ofa-lot and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a credit to all the guys that are setting screens and getting him open.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;It just seems like heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on the good end of it by being around the basket at the right time,â&#x20AC;? Swank added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a lot of guys that can do that but heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s constantly moving always working hard and you know the ball ďŹ nds those kinds of people that work hard.â&#x20AC;? With the game well inhand, Coach Swank went to his bench pulling all starters with 5:16 showing on the fourth quarter clock but not before J. Ahrens would nail his eighth triple of the night and add two baskets giving the Versailles junior 38 points on the night. Versailles Scoring â&#x20AC;&#x201C; J. Ahrens 38, K. McEldowney 15, A. Knapke 11, C. Custenborder 7, K. Jones 4, A. Wendel 4, C. Niekamp 4, S. Barga 2, AJ Ahrens 2, R. Martin 2

Justin Ahrens drains one of his eight three-pointers for Versailles in 89-36 tournament win over the Greenon Knights (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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PITSBURG – The Arcanum Lady Trojans earned the right to play the state’s No. 1 ranked OHSAA DIII girls basketball team in the Southwest District Championship game by defeating the Preble Shawnee Lady Arrows 53-42. “Defensive effort was awesome today,” said Arcanum Coach Matt Grote. “Knocked down shots. Give it to Shawnee, they made some runs. We were able to counter. We finished the game off and that’s what matters. I’m glad we were able to step up and get the job done and move on.” “When you work hard and do the thing the right way good things are going to happen,” continued Grote. “They are doing that. They are doing exactly what we’re supposed to do and it’s paying off. That’s huge for us.” Back-to-back Stevie Johnting baskets gave the Lady Trojans an early 4-0 lead before the first of eight Lady Arrows threes on the day made it a 4-3 game. Shawnee took a 5-4 lead only to have Arcanum close out first quarter scoring on a 7-0 run starting with Stevie Johnting’s 2-2 at the line, a Madi O’Daniel basket and a Kayla O’Daniel basket and free-throw to give the Lady Trojans an 11-5 advantage after one period of play. Brittany Kinney and K. O’Daniel threes sparked Arcanum second period play but it was Shawnee taking advantage of three treys to take the quarter by a 14-10 score sending the teams to the break with the Lady Trojans holding a slim 2119 halftime lead. “Brittany is always in there,” Grote stated. “She might not always score but she dishes the ball very well, she rebounds very well, she does all the little things that you need on the team.”

Kayla O’Daniel scores two of her 15 points for Arcanum in tournament win over Preble Shawnee (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Arcanum rebounded in period No. 3 using two Johnting threes and a Kaitlyn Zell two-pointer and a trey to take the period by a 15-7 score and secure a 3626 double digit lead with one period to play. Kayla O’Daniel and Brittany Kinney each accounted for six fourth-quarter points while Johnting was adding five points to lead Arcanum to a 17-16 fourth quarter output and put the Lady Trojans in the Southwest District Championship game. “Kayla runs the floor very well,” Coach Grote said of his 5’7” freshmen. “She finishes around the basket, she knocked down a couple outside shots. She has been a great addition being pulled up about half way through looking at a lot more playing time. She does a great job offensively and defensively.” Johnting led Arcanum and all scorers in the game with 18 points. “Stevie has had nice shots fall the first two games of the sectional,” Grote said of his senior leader. “She knocked down shots. She is a great player, great defensive effort but it wasn’t just her. It was a total effort by the team. Everybody stepped up and we played well tonight.”

MAC Coach of the Year Travis Swank calls out a Versailles play in MAC win over St. Henry (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Justin Ahrens MAC Player of the Year; Swank MAC Coach of the Year BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES – Versailles’ Justin Ahrens was named the Midwest Athletic Conference boys basketball player of the year for the 2016-17 season and ﬁrst year Tigers

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

PITSBURG – The Versailles vs Lady Tigers used 11 three-pointers on their way to a Southwest District DIII Sectional win by defeating the Miami East Lady Viking 68-36. “I thought the girls really came out,” said Versailles Coach Jacki Stonebraker. “We threw a couple defenses at them with our press, just bothered

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them a little bit and ran on them really well. I felt like our offense was really clicking. We hit some threes in the first quarter and really took them out of their defense.” In typical Versailles fashion the Lady Tigers took advantage of overpowering pressure to own the first period of play grabbing a 22-6 advantage led by nine Kami McEldowney points all coming by way of three three-pointers. Period No. 2 had the girls from Versailles increasing its advantage to 39-17 led by two Camille Watren treys, including her third of the game and 2-2 at the line good for eight points. Elizabeth Ording knocked down two baskets inside the arc and was 2-2 at the free-throw line adding six points for the Lady Tigers. “She played extremely well today,” Coach Stonebraker said of her 5’11” sophomore Elizabeth Ording. “She was strong, she was confident, she stepped up to the freethrow line and hit some shots. She was our backside board rebounder. She did a lot of good

Kami McEldowney drains her ﬁrst of six three-pointers to tie the Lady Tigers school three-point record in win over Miami East (Gaylen Blosser photo)

things out there today.” “Some big threes,” Stonebraker noted of Camille Watren’s shooting. “She got into her shot and made it … the three point shot.” Versailles made it back-to-back 17 point quarters while limiting the Lady Vikings to eight third quarter points to lead 56-25 heading the ﬁnal period of play. McEldowney led the Lady Tigers with ﬁve third quarter points including her fourth triple

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nor Custenborder and junior Keaton McEldowney were named Second Team All-Conference. Honorable Mention went to Versailles senior Austin Knapke. Versailles won the 2016-2107 MAC championship with a 9-0 record.

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of the game. The fourth period had coach Stonebraker going deep into her bench but not before Kami McEldowney would hit her fifth and sixth three-pointer of the game to become the fourth Lady Tiger to hit six triples in a game tying the Lady Tigers single game three-point mark. “It’s been there for a long time,” Coach Stonebraker said of the threepoint Lady Tigers record that was first set in 1991. “It’s a hard school record for us to break just because we don’t shoot a ton of threes.” Brynna Blakeley and Caitlin McEldowney came off the bench to also knock down fourth quarter threes giving the Lady Tigers 11 three-pointers on the day. K. McEldowney led Versailles and all scorers in the game with 20 points, 18 coming by way of three-pointers. Versailles Scoring – K. McEldowney 20, E. Ording 12, C. Watren 11, E. Peters 6, D. Winner 4, C. Schmitmeyer 4, B. Blakeley 3, L. Winner 3, C. McEldowney 3, M. Marshal 2

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DC Civic Theater will DAR hosts NJROTC demonstration at GHS GREENVILLE – On will start with the GHS present Almost, Maine March 18, 1-3 p.m., at the NJROTC presenting ColGREENVILLE – Darke County Civic Theater will be presenting a romantic comedy entitled “Almost, Maine” by John Cariani, on March 18 and 19 at the Elks Lodge in Greenville. On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the starﬁlled sky above, Almost’s

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DCRTA will host ﬁrst meeting of 2017 GREENVILLE – The Darke County Retired Teachers Association (DCRTA) will hold its ﬁrst general meeting/luncheon on March 16, 11:30 a.m., in the Brick Room at the Brethren Retirement Community, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville. The luncheon meal, catered by Nancy Isch Custom Cakes & Catering, will

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PAWS holds BBQ dinner

UNION CITY, Ind. – PAWS Animal Rescue & Shelter in Union City is selling tickets for Romer’s Catering BBQ Chicken & Pork Chop Dinners. Tickets are $7.50 each & include your choice of 1/2 chicken or 2 pork chops, applesauce, chips & roll. Tickets are presale only, with deadline to order 3/6, & are available at The Corner Cupboard in downtown Union City or from any PAWS board member. This is curb-side service and carry-out only at the Community Room, 103 N. Columbia St., Union City, IN, between 11:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on March 12. All proceeds beneﬁt PAWS. For more information or to reserve tickets, call (765) 964-6080 or text (765) 575-5317.

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Greenville’s NJROTC cadets will hold their ﬁfth annual drill demonstration and open house on March 18.

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DCCA celebrates holiday with Irish Wave

GHS Theatre presents The Princess Bride

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Darke County Center for the Arts will host â&#x20AC;&#x153;Irish Waveâ&#x20AC;? at Montage Cafe in downtown Greenville on St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day, March 17. An annual DCCA fundraiser, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Irish Waveâ&#x20AC;? features Irish music, Irish food, and an assortment of beers. According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, the proceeds will beneďŹ t DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many programs including Arts in Education and the Family Theatre Series. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We promise a good time for a good cause, a win-win situation for everyone,â&#x20AC;? Ms. Jordan said. The fund-raising party begins at 6:30 p.m. Additionally, the lucky winner of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Off to the Isleâ&#x20AC;? limited edition rafďŹ&#x201A;e will be announced at â&#x20AC;&#x153;Irish Wave.â&#x20AC;? RafďŹ&#x201A;e tickets costing $100 each are now on sale for a chance to receive a trip for two to Ireland through AAA and Brendan Vacations, and can be purchased by contacting DCCA.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; GHS Theatre students are hard at work getting ready for their next performance. They will be presenting The Princess Bride at St. Clair Memorial on March 24, 7:30 p.m., Mar 25, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. and March 26, 1:30 and 5:30 p.m. Audiences can once again look forward to an excellent group effort involving 30+ GHS students, detailed costuming, excellent use of scenery, and exciting sword play. The students pride themselves on their ability to do ambitious stories inspired by and derived from a combination of classic literature and Hollywood hits.

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Music will be performed by Lone Raven, a popular Ohio-based band known for its eclectic blend of traditional Irish music and original tunes. A diverse choice of beers will be offered for tasting, as well as a commemorative beer glass to take home. For non-beer drinkers, other beverages including wine will be available. Sponsors for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Irish Waveâ&#x20AC;? who make possible the performance by Lone Raven are Second Nation-

al Bank, Edward Jones Investment representatives Ryan Carpe, Dave Connelly, Andria Haworth, and Todd Subler, Dr. Thomas and Suzanne Brown, and Zechar-Bailey Funeral Home. Tickets for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Irish Waveâ&#x20AC;? are $35, and can be reserved by contacting DCCA at (937) 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts. net, or purchased on-line at www.centerforarts.net. Tickets are also available at Montage Cafe.

DCRW holds ďŹ rst meeting of 2017 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Republican Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst meeting for 2017 was Feb. 13 at Chestnut Village Center. There were 17 members present plus DCRW Associate Member and State Central Committee Member Stephanie Garrett The guests were Danielle Martin and Kristina

Heath, Ben Thaeler from the ofďŹ ce of Representative Warren Davidson and Keith Threewits, president of the DCRMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club. Kellyanne Conway was the topic for the program. President Melling named the 2017-2018 Chair and Co-Chairman for the following Com-

Books are Fun Book Fair GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Wayne Hospital Auxiliary will be holding its Books are Fun Book & Gift Fair on March 28 and 29 in the main lobby of the Wayne HealthCare. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5

p.m. on Tuesday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday. There will be a lot of items for spring and Easter. The Wayne Hospital Auxiliary thanks everyone for their support.

mittees: Membership â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Katie DeLand; Social â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carol Ginn, JoEllen Melling; Program â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Betty Hill, JoEllen Melling; Publicity â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Betty Hill, Wavelene Denniston; Legislative â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Katie DeLand; Reservations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wavelene Denniston; Greeters - Vivian Foreman, Sherry Ward; Chaplain â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JoEllen Melling; OFRW/NFRW Representatives â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JoEllen Melling, Katie DeLand; and Handbook â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carol Ginn. Ways and Means and Historian are still to be ďŹ lled. The next meeting will be March 13, 6:30 p.m., at the same place.

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UNION CITY, Ind. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Union City Lions Club held its regular meeting on Feb. 14. After the meal, the program for the evening was provided by Amanda Jones, co-owner of the Christian Bookstore in downtown Union City. Amanda and her mother, Susan Linder, purchased the business in 2006. Jones shared that Christmas and Easter are the busiest times of the year for their business. The Christian Bookstore carries a full line of Bibles, jewelry, music, DVDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, pictures, gifts and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s items, in addition to books and other Christian materials. The Christian Bookstore in Union City also acts as a drop-off point for mission projects run by local churches.

Coin Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 51st show GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Coin Club will have its annual show on March 12 at Paws Bingo Hall on Martin Street, Greenville. This is the 51st anniversary of the Coin Club holding an annual show.

Scouting for Food slated DARKE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Boy Scouts in Darke District will once again be holding their Scouting for Food event. The scouts will be delivering bags to all the homes in the community on March 11, beginning at 9 a.m. Non-perishable food items are requested. The scouts will return on March 18, beginning at 9 a.m., to pick up donations. All donations will be delivered to local food pantries

This year is slightly different as other collectibles will be available. Dealers with stamps, sports cards and antiques will be buying, as well as selling. Free appraisals will be given for coins, stamps, sports cards and antiques. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s show will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is free parking and admission. Food is also available onsite.

Gourd Patch meets March 9 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The West Central Gourd Patch meeting will be held March 9, 7 p.m., at the Darke County Nature Center. If you are looking for a new hobby or interested in learning about growing and crafting gourds, feel free to come and check them out. They will be looking forward to meeting you.

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The Auxiliary helps provide loving attention to BRC residents by hosting monthly birthday parties, visits and cards. They offer bake sales and an annual bazaar to raise money, awareness and support for BRC. With their funds they purchase various needs such as nursing equipment, wheelchairs and items that enhance the lives of the residents.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Always Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 50th anniversary campaign launched GREENVILLE - The Darke County Commissioners signed a proclamation on Feb. 27, declaring March as Developmental Disabilities (DD) Awareness Month. The signing also launched a yearlong campaign to recognize the 50th anniversary of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s County Boards of Developmental Disabilities, with the theme â&#x20AC;&#x153;Always There.â&#x20AC;? In part, the proclamation reads: Whereas: the mission and purpose of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s county boards of developmental disabilities remain as strong as ever, with boards continuing to provide vital supports and resources to Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families; and, Whereas: during our 50-year history, Darke DD has continually evolved to develop and provide bestpractice supports for people with developmental disabilities while also adapting to ever-changing community expectations; And furthermore, we urge all citizens to join in this celebration by spreading awareness of the many contributions offered by people with developmental disabilities in our community, And furthermore, we urge all citizens to support opportunities for people with developmental disabilities to enjoy full access to education, housing, employment, and recreational activities in pursuit of living happy, fulďŹ lling lives. The Always There campaign marks the founding of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 88 county boards by the Ohio General Assembly in 1967. The theme reďŹ&#x201A;ects the continuity of support, promotion of opportunity,

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Literacy Workshop Pitsburg Fire Auxiliary hosts Bingo Night for Families at GPL GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville Public Library is proud to present a family workshop on literacy on March 16 at 6 p.m. called Words, Experiences, and Relationships: A Foundation for Literacy Learning. The presenter is Dr. Denice Honaker, a faculty member in the School of Education at IU East in Richmond IN since 2009. Honaker says â&#x20AC;&#x153;Family is important, and supporting, encouraging, and educating families to know their value and stay invested in their childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s learning is essential. This hands-on workshop focuses on using conversations, everyday experiences and adult-child relationships as the foundation of literacy learning. Families will be encouraged to identify and celebrate their own unique literacy cultures. Parents will have tools to be partners with teachers in supporting their children to become lifelong readers.â&#x20AC;? Dr. Honaker has over 25 years of experience in early childhood and elementary education. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a ďŹ rst generation college graduate and earned an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood and Literacy Education from Indiana University in Bloomington.

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She shares that she â&#x20AC;&#x153;is a mom of three amazing young adults, so I understand trying to keep up with their busy lives along with making sure they are developing the skills needed to be successful in school and in life. I am passionate about literacy and especially about supporting families in understanding and identifying the literacies that occur in the daily routines of family life.â&#x20AC;? Honakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s presentations are lively and fun for the whole family. An impressive full resume can be found at dehwilli@iue. edu. Join us for a delightful and educational evening for parents and kids alike. This is a free event but space is limited; call 548-3915 to reserve your seat. Refreshments will be served.

PITSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Pitsburg Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fire Department Auxiliary will host its annual Bingo Night on March 18, 6-9 p.m., in the Franklin Monroe Cafetorium. The auxiliary has been holding the event for over a decade. According to auxiliary members, funds from this event are used to help purchase needed equipment for the ďŹ reďŹ ghters and their trucks and to provide food and drink when the ďŹ reďŹ ghters are on a run. The event began approximately 12 years ago at the Pitsburg Fire Department with 50 people participat-

ing. The popularity of the event continues to grow and three years ago the auxiliary was forced to move the event to the school due to lack of space at the ďŹ re department. The auxiliary will host 30 games of Bingo and participants can purchase 30 cards for $15. Over 70 local businesses and donors are providing prizes for the event. The plan on giving three to four prizes out per game. In addition to Bingo, the auxiliary will have hot dogs, chips, cookies and more available for a freewill donation. They will also host a 50/50 rafďŹ&#x201A;e.

You could win $10k in GABâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reverse rafďŹ&#x201A;e GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville Athletic Boosterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third annual March Madness Reverse RafďŹ&#x201A;e will be held on March 18 at 5 p.m., at Pawâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bingo Hall, 848 Martin St., Greenville. The ticket is $100 and includes entry for the ticket holder and a guest along with the opportunity to win the Grand Prize of $10,000 if all 300 tickets are sold. The ticket also includes food, soft drinks, music, trivia and of course March Madness Basketball games. There will also be Silent Auction items on display for those who want to place a bid.

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BPW will choose scholarship ďŹ nalists GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville Business & Professional Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club (BPW) Scholarship Committee will host their monthly dinner meeting on March 9 at the Private Dining Room at the Brethrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Retirement Community. Committee Chair Dorothy Poeppelman will introduce Darke County high school students vying for the scholarships that are available from the local BPW Club this year. The students have met certain criteria to qualify for the scholarships and will give a short presentation on their accomplishments and goals. Club members are contributing with a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Have a Heartâ&#x20AC;? donation for the Darke County Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Domestic Violence Shelter. Director Annie Sonner provided a list of items needed by the shelter including: paper 425 Memorial Dr. Greenville, OH 45331

products (toilet paper, Kleenex, and paper towels), twin bed plastic mattress covers and cash donations which are always appreciated. The club will also be collecting plastic caps and lids for the Darke DD/Greenville Kiwanis AKtion Club. These are being used for a recycled bench to be placed on the bike path that goes behind the Darke DD Administrative ofďŹ ces on Jaysville-St.Johns Road. The Greenville BPW Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education, and information. The cost of the meal is $12 with dinner to start at 6:30 p.m. For reservations, contact Marilyn Emmons by noon on March 6 at (937) 5485824 or demmons@embarqmail.com.

also be offered for those who have completed the novice rally class last session. A new type of rally obedience will be offered on Thursday nights; however, it is not AKC rally, but World Cynosport Rally. The rules are different from AKC. Dogs must be able to all basic commands. Puppy and beginning obedience classes are designed to teach basic house manners, grooming and care of dog, healing, sit, down, stay, come and other commands. The classes are designed to be building blocks in obedience. They now have four instructors who have been certiďŹ ed to do pet therapy through Therapy Dogs International. If you feel you have a dog that has the right temperament to be a therapy dog, they can help. The ďŹ rst step is to take basic obedience classes and pass. The second step is to be evaluated by Becky Baker who administers the Good Canine Citizen Test before being tested for the therapy dog program. To register for obedience/rally classes, preregister with Barb, 548-0338 or Becky, 3370292. Registration for obedience classes is from 6:30-7:15 p.m. on March 7 with orientation and classes to follow registration. Dogs must be up-todate on vaccinations and participants must bring a

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Newest Greenville PD ofﬁcer Joe Monnin was ofﬁcially sworn in on Monday, making the department now operating under full-manpower. (Clinton Randall photo)

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GREENVILLE – For the first time in nearly 20 years, the Greenville Police Department is operating under full manpower. On Monday, the department welcomed 25-yearold Joe Monnin as its newest officer during a swearing in ceremony. The 2010 Ansonia High School graduate was joined by his mother and step-dad, Gina and Jerry Nusbaum, and his fiance, Kelsey Stewart. Monnin attributed his wanting to be a civil servant to his late father, who was a volunteer with Mercer County Emergency Rescue. “I have wanted to be a

police officer for quite some time…I guess you can say its been my dream job,” said Monnin. “I really like the atmosphere here in Greenville and admire the relationship the department has with the community.” With the addition of Monnin, the Greenville Police Department now has filled its allotted 24 positions – which includes three administrators, three detectives, four sergeants and 14 patrol officers. “Operating at full manpower is a great thing for the department,” explained Greenville Police Lt. Steve Strick. “We are now looking into re-arranging some things in order to be more efficient and better serve the citizens of Greenville.”

GREENVILLE – From Green Eggs and Ham to One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, the works of Theodor Seuss Geisel are topping the list of reading favorites for Greenville’s K-2nd grade students. On Thursday, March 2, Greenville’s youngest readers were treated to hear guest readers share the rhymes and artwork of Dr. Seuss. County Commissioner Mike Stegall visited with second-graders in Brittany Stutchell’s second-grade class, reading Green Eggs and Ham, a favorite for Ashlee Brown, 8. “He tried it and he ended up liking it,” Brown said of the unamed person the book’s main character, Sam-I-Am convinces to try the new food. Stegall spent some time after reading the book to discuss why it’s important not to be afraid to try new things, telling a story about his niece, Katie Fenstermaker, now a nurse at Wayne HealthCare. “My wife and I took Katie to Washington, D.C. We ate at a restaurant and I got lobster. Katie said ‘eww, what’s that?’ We spent the entire meal convincing her to try a bite of it. She ﬁnally did and guess what? It’s now one of her favorite foods,” Stegall shared with the second-graders. This is the second year Stegall has participated in the elementary’s guest reading activity during Right to Read Week. “I absolutely love it,” he said. “I chose that book because when I was a child, my mother and father

County Commissioner Mike Stegall spent time on March 2 with Greenville second-graders, reading his favorite Dr. Seuss classic, Green Eggs and Ham. (Susan Hartley photo)

bought my brother and I an entire set of Dr. Seuss books and I think it has a good moral to the story.” Eight-year-old Braden Comer said his favorite Dr. Seuss story is One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish is his favorite because “I have pet ﬁsh.” Gibson Steyer, an eightyear-old second-grader also enjoys Dr. Seuss stories, especially Fox in Socks. “I like rhyming and they’re funny, too,” Steyer said of Dr. Seuss classics, noting he also is enjoying reading the Indian in the Cupboard with his classmates. “If you learn to read books you can read other stuff,” Steyer said, “like signs and directions. And if you want to learn how to do something, you can look it up and ﬁnd out how. We are reading 20 minutes a night for our homework.” First-grade teacher Ashley Miller also works as

a reading recovery instructor for the elementary, spending one-on-one time with four students every afternoon. The advice she offers parents and grandparents of beginning readers is to “read to AND with them every night – from birth.” During class time, Miller said, she and her students read a book “several times a week, then focus on the story elements and the story setting and how those impact the story itself.” The ﬁrst-graders also are writing about what they’ve been reading in their individual journals as well as together on postersize paper so the entire class can see and have a ‘word wall’ with new words from each story. Miller said her students’ favorite Dr. Seuss book has been Wacky Wednesday. “They like looking in the book to ﬁnd all the wacky pictures,” she said.

The school’s library also is participating in Right to Read Week by having students vote for their favorite Dr. Seuss book and participate in a Dr. Seuss trivia game, explained assistant principal Jennifer Statzer. Julia Yohey, 8, said she “loves rhyming” with Dr. Seuss – Green Eggs and Ham being her favorite. Plus, she’s been enjoying Pound Puppy series. Yohey said she’s planning ahead by learning to read “so when you go to college to be like a teacher. Teachers have to know how to read. Or if you want to be a babysitter and read to the younger kids.” Besides Stegall, other guest readers for Right to Read and the Dr. Seuss birthday celebration included Chip and Mary Ann Caldwell and Diane Amick, retired principal Krista Stump as well as other members of the community.

Students encouraged to be ‘conscience consumers’ Log on to bluebagmedia.com for more photos and an exclusive video message from league director Barb Hicks. (Clinton Randall photo)

Darke County Upward Sports celebrates sixth season CLINTON RANDALL

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ARCANUM – The Darke County Upward Sports program held their annual celebration on Sunday at Arcanum-Butler Schools. The celebration event marked the sixth year for the local Christian-based youth basketball and cheerleader organization. Returning again for this year’s celebration was the Crevier family – to entertain the crowd with their “Spin-tacular” Basketball Show ministry. The family is best known for performing on America’s Got Talent – showcasing their amazing talents of spinning basketballs. The father, Bruce Crevier, is a ﬁve-time world record holder, spinning 21 basketballs simultaneously. Visit www.championsforever. com for more information about the family and their ministry. Following the entertainment, every player and cheerleader involved

in Darke County Upward Sports was presented with a trophy. Coaches and volunteers were also recognized for giving up their time to help make the program successful for another great season. The program has grown leaps and bounds since its launch six years ago. Starting with around 150 players and cheerleaders… today there are nearly 400 registrations. “We have some amazing kids and parents from all over,” said league director Barb Hicks. Hicks announced she will not be returning for the 2017-18 season, as she will be moving on to serve the Lord in other ways. “It has been an amazing ride,” Hicks added. “This is my last year as the league director, but I am leaving this is capable hands!” For signup information and more for the upcoming Darke County Upward Sports season, log on to www.pleasantviewmc. org click the link under the ‘Children’s Ministry’ tab.

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GREENVILLE – Darke County native and author Kelsey Timmerman spent some time Wednesday morning visiting with a couple hundred students from Greenville High School and Edison Community College. The event, held at Memorial Hall, was planned by Edison English professor Brian Leingang. Timmerman’s book, Where Am I Wearing?, was required non-ﬁction for Composition II classes, Leingang explained. Students from English 12 and American Literature also were invited to participate. Timmerman, a graduate of Mississinawa Valley and Miami University, where he earned a degree in anthropology, presented “Common Threads,” detailing how he came to write Where Am I Wearing? - a global tour of the countries, factories and people who make our clothing. Timmerman also has authored Where Am I Eating – An Adventure Through the Global Food Chain.

Timmerman’s presentation was “an extra layer” of learning for local students, Leingang said, since this was the ﬁrst time they heard an author explain why their required reading selection had been written. Timmerman’s journey on learning about clothing manufacturing began soon after college, when he supported his travels as a scuba diving instructor in Key West. One day, on a lark, he decided he’d go visit the country where his shirt was made. He checked the tag and booked a ﬂight to Honduras. Meeting with the people who worked in clothing manufacturing changed the way Timmerman viewed the world, he said. The message he shared with Greenville’s students included how as “privileged” Americans, we often don’t realize true life struggles others face. After making a few trips, including to an underwear manufacturer in Bangladesh, Timmerman began supporting his journeys by writing articles on his experiences for newspapers.

These experiences led to Timmerman’s books, in which he shares stories about the lives of those who struggle to support families on pennies a day, child labor, and in some cases, instances of slavery, for example at a cocoa plant on West Africa’s Ivory Coast. “Do you have any idea what life is like for people who live in these countries?” Timmerman asked students, noting that although we can’t change the issues facing people who are working in Third World countries, we can be more “conscience consumers.” Timmerman also urged students to realize that

with a global economy, we are “connected to many souls around the world. Take a moment to stop and think. What impact will you make as global consumers?” Timmerman shared stories of some of the people he met through his travels, and as a result, is helping co-found a story-telling program called The Facing Project, a non-proﬁt that connects people and strengthens communities through story-telling. More information may be found at www.facingproject.com. Also, check out more about Timmerman at www.whereamiwearing. com or on Facebook.

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES The City of Greenville, OH is recruiting for a Regular Part-Time Tax Clerk in the City’s Income Tax Dept. Current vacancy is for 27 ½ hours per week. Responsible for answering general telephone inquiries as well as directing phone, in-person and e-mail inquiries to the appropriate staff member. Responsible for opening incoming mail, inputting payments into the tax software, uploading electronic payments, and entering W-2 and tax return data. Position also involves scanning documents into an imaging system and assigning them to the proper accounts, identifying new taxpayers through review of utility listings and new resident listings, and sending requests for completion of taxpayer registration forms. Also responsible for researching and modifying taxpayer addresses based on returned mail, monitoring and ordering office supplies as needed, reconciling petty cash, and other clerical duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The ideal applicant will have knowledge and expertise with computers, good organizational skills, and good data entry skills. Ability to work well with others and project a positive image to the public. Must have good knowledge of office clerical practices, procedures and filing systems. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work and communicate effectively with staff, other City employees and the general public. Applicant should have at least a high school graduate-level of ability in English, grammar, and business math. Accuracy in all work is important. Related financial and tax experience desired. COMPENSATION Pay range is $11.16 – $18.78 per hour; entry rate contingent upon applicant’s related skills, knowledge and abilities. Benefits include prorated paid holiday, vacation and sick leave. TO APPLY Submit a Resume and Cover Letter, including salary history, by 4:00 pm on March 8, 2017 to: City Auditor, 100 Public Square, Greenville, OH 45331 or rwillman@cityofgreenville.org. Office hours are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm M – TH and 8:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

2 BR, 1.5 bath, W/D, c/a, stove. Deposit required. Greenville. 5641125 COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on E Main St, high visibility. For more details 548-5264 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 937316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity Very nice 2 br upstairs apt. in Greenv. $450 mo., + electric. Owner pays water/trash. Call Dave, 937-621-4726

LAND CONTRACT, G’VILLE; Gorgeous, maint free home with 3-4 BR and 1.5 ba. Hardwoods, central air, large master, fenced in yard, 2.5 car garage, full basement. $4200 down, $791.91/mo. 548-5053. benanzer. com 2 BR apt, Versailles. Range & fridge. W/d hookup. $450 + deposit, gas & electric. No Pets. 554 S. Pearl. 937548-2108 414 N Gray, 1 BR apt. $350 per mo + $350 Security Deposit + utilities. Washer/dryer hookup. Range & refrig. NO SMOKING & NO PETS! Not Metropolitan approved. Call 548-9940 for Rental Application $430/mo. 2 BR, 1 BA house. Washer/dryer included. Off-street parking. No Smoking. 410 E Cross St, Ansonia. 937-670-2589

FOR RENT Small 1 BR apt, Greenville. 2 rooms up, 1 room down; like a townhouse. 527 E Main St. $475 includes heat, electric, water. Appliances & off-street parking. $475 deposit. No Pets. No Smoking. 996-3342

Spacious clean apt suitable for 1 person. Near Wayne Hospital. All appliances. Private. Offstreet parking. No Pets, Smoking or Metro. Low utilities. 937-548-7339 Nice 2 BR 1/2 double in Greenville. W/D hookup. Appliances provided. C/A. No Pets. No Smoking. $425/mo. 937-548-2397 Secluded 4 BR country farmhouse near Bradford. $700/mo + security deposit. References required. 614-579-4697 Nice 3 BR house in Greenville north end. No Pets. $650. 447-7845

Stop by to the possibilities that this lovely Brick home offers, from its many fireplaces, beautiful woodwork and more. This multipurpose property offers show room, office space, rentals plus a place to live. Must see!

NEW TO THE MARKET 708 W SOUTH, ARCANUM ADORABLE ONE STORY HOME WITH NEWER UPDATED KITCHEN WITH LOTS OF CABINETRY. LARGE LR. 1 BEDROOM WITH LARGE CLOSET AND ENCLOSED PORCH. LARGE GARGE WITH WORKBENCH ALL ON .6 ACRE. CALL TO SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING! 5292 HOGPATH 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH HOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE ON LARGE COUNTRY LOT. OVERSIZED UTILITY BARN

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER-CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER OR PSYCHOLOGIST

Family Health’s Behavioral Health and Wellness Center, a highly integrated and innovative behavioral health center in west central Ohio, seeks an experienced and motivated individual to join their therapy team. This position requires a generalist approach to counseling with experience in individual, child, senior and family therapy. The successful candidate will have a Master’s or Doctorate degree in either clinical psychology, or clinical social work. Independent licensure status and a minimum of two years clinical experience is essential. This position is offered on a fee-for-service, contractual basis. EOE

Please send resume to HR@familyhealthservices.org

1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

937-547-3077

BUILDINGHEALTHYLIVES.ORG EASILY MAINTAINED 1-ST brick home w/2 BR, LRM & DRM. Wood floors have been refinished. Newer paint, dishwasher, disposal & garage door opener. 1-car garage. MLS 724913 #4526 ROOM TO ROAM! Updated 2-ST vinyl sided home. LRM & DRM. 3 BR. Extra room – nice sitting area or computer area. Enclosed back porch. 2-car garage. MLS 725729 #4528 NEW LISTING! Comfy brick ranch in north section of Arcanum! 3 BR. Large LRM. Oak KIT cabinets. Ceramic tile floor in KIT, dining area & utility rm. New carpet, both baths have been remodeled in last 2 yrs. 2-car attached garage w/workbench & cabinets. MLS 730517 #4534

Shift Supervisor

Fort Recovery Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of aluminum and zinc die casting, has an opening for a full-time qualiﬁed Shift Supervisor in Fort Recovery. This candidate should have supervisory experience, leadership and human relations skills, effective communication skills (both verbal and written). A Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Management, Engineering or related ﬁeld and working knowledge of diecasting and machining is a plus. Responsibilities for this position will include but notbe limited to: Overall manufacturing activities on the shift which includes personnel, machinery, and facilities; ensures production on the shift is carried out and acts as emergency response coordinator on the shift, etc. Apply in person from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or online at www.fortrecoveryindustries.com, or send resume to:

FOR RENT In Greenville, spacious 2 BR, 1 bath apt. Range & utilities furnished. No Pets. Deposit & references. 937-621-2643

AUGUST 14TH OPEN HOUSE 1-2:30PM SUNDAY MARCH 5TH 1 TO 2:30 128-130 E FOURTH GREENVILLE, OH

Full-Time Positions

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WANTED Wanted: Used house trailers in good condition. Please call 937448-2974

Receptionist/Office Help Wanted in Arcanum Computer experience, part time, 20-25 hrs per week. Send Resume to Receptionist % The Early Bird, 5312 Sebring-Warner Rd., Greenville, OH 45331

Fort Recovery Industries, Inc., a strong area employer for over 70 years, is looking for motivated individuals with a desire for professional growth. Full-time production positions are at our Hardware Plant located in Fort Recovery, OH and our Portland Casting Plant located in Portland, IN. We offer competitive wages, beneﬁts and growth opportunities.

WANTED TO BUY Cars/Trucks, running or not UP TO $500. Free pick-up. 937-423-2703 or 937-621-5809

“OPEN TODAY! 1-2:30”

5882 CULBERTSON ROAD-This 3 bedroom home has newer furnace; 50x30 barn with metal roof and metal siding; 50x12 carport. $109,900 ___________________________________ JUST WEST OF GREENVILLE this 3 bedroom brick ranch home has lots of updates! Hickory cabinets in kitchen; jacuzzi tub in bath; covered patio; 24x40 barn with electric and concrete floor! New septic in October 2016. Drive by 7304 McMecham Road and call for your personal showing! 9+ ACRES with this 2-story home at 7201 St. Rt. 118! Over 1600 sq. ft. of living area PLUS Florida Room! 94x32 barn; 12x25 garage. $179,000 COZY 2 bedroom home at 138 Sherman has been updated and well maintained! 2 car detached garage; partially fenced yard! Upper 60s IN COVINGTON this duplex at 214 S. Harrison has 1 bedroom apartment up; 2 bedroom apartment down, owner occupied. Enclosed front porch; decorative concrete patio! Low 60s 4 ACRES M/L ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from Lowe’s! Can be divided! Call Jim for additional information! IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE this 2-story home at 617 Fair Street has 1 car detached garage! Low 40s ZONED LIC these 2 lots at corner of W. Park and St. Rt. 49N have plenty of potential! $25,000 IN UNION CITY this DUO at 543 and 545 N. Walnut can be purchased separately or together! 3 bedroom ranch home for $41,000 and one for $38,000 or both for $77,500! Excellent return on your investment!

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Greg Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

www.bluesprucerealtyinc.com

NEW LISTING! LOOKING FOR HOME BASED BUSINESS? Look no further. We offer a 2 bedroom home with an attached retail space. Retail space is approximately 529 sf along Wagner Ave. Over 13,000 vehicles go past the doors on a daily basis. This property offers a paved parking area with curb access to Wagner & Rhoades Avenue’s. The property could be converted to all business with no living quarters, giving you over 1700sf of space. Possible uses for this building are office, clinical, retail or salon. Locations like this are premium, you are along the busiest street in town, on a 4 way stop light and a corner lot. Make this corner your new business location. Owner will consider selling the current sewing machine sales and repair business as well. (728355) NEW LISTING! MIXED USE BUILDING LOCATED IN PITSBURG. This property offers a potential for 5 units of mixed space. The upper level has 2 – 1 bedroom apartments, each currently rented for $275/mo. The lower units are vacant. Lower units consist of 2 office units. One of the office units could be split to make a 1 bedroom apartment and single room office. Small fenced area behind the building plus additional open lot space. Building has been connected to a central sewage system. Property has well water with a water softener system rented from Timmons. All the units have separate meters, but some are in need of updating. This has a potential to have a high ROI for the right investor. (729584) GREAT RECREATION GROUNDS AND BUILDINGS are now available for you. Property offers 3 buildings, 2 shelter houses, playground, horseshoe pits, shooting range, woods and open space. Garage building is 28’x40’ with cement floors and electric. Approximately 7 acres of woods on the back end of this property. (721219) VACANT CORNER LOT available with city utility hook-ups available in Union City. (701170) GREAT LOCATION FOR YOUR BUSINESS. Possible repurpose ideas; flower shop, antique store, retail space, small engine repair, office space, car sales, detail shop, sign shop. Located on a busy 4 way intersection on Greenville’s south side. Last traffic count by ODOT had 5240 vehicles on St Rt 49 at Pine. The lease rate is $1100/mo. (724120) LOOKING TO INVEST? Check out this duplex, close to the hospital, restaurants and other businesses (724453) FORMER MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING offers up to 5 suites. Suites 1&2 offer waiting room, reception, 4 exam rooms, office, kitchenette and 2- Restrooms. Suite 3&4 offer private waiting room, reception, 4 exam rooms, office, lab space and 2- restrooms. Suite 5 offers 2 offices, lounge, kitchenette and restroom. Will consider leasing individual suites or sale of the entire facility. Located close to the Wayne Health Care. (712799) COUNTRY INVESTMENT WITH LOTS OF POTENTIAL, this 2 unit rental has many updates and currently brings $1100.00 a month in rents. Property could also be easily converted into a single family home. (728847) HISTORIC BRICK TURN OF THE CENTURY PROPERTY! The upstairs living area could be a rental that will pay your bills or a place to relax after a hard day’s work downstairs. Over 2,400 sq. ft in this 2-story building with 2 bedroom, 1 bath living area on the second floor. (701610) ARCANUM 2,033 square feet commercial space available for lease. This space includes kitchen, walk in freezer, office, and retail space. Previously known as South Town Carry Out (703882) PRIME COMMERCIAL LAND on Greenville’s North side. Located just north of WalMart, Lowes & Kroger this area has a traffic count of 4900 per day (2010 study). This 5 acre tract is fairly level and has city water, sewer and storm available at the street. (716698) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE located in Industrial Park in Union City. Offers 15 acres, willing to sub-divide. (701614) Vacant Commercial Lot on 1 acre with all gravel surface. Priced to sell! (725112)

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Commercial Space, 720 sq.ft. $475 a mo., + deposit. All utilities included. 409 Walker St., Greenv. 937-459-5570 2 BR apt, $435 + de- 2 BR duplex, Grnvl. Gaposit & utilities. No pets. rage. A/c. Lawn care. 130 Vine St, Greenville. No Pets. No Smoking. $500. 937-423-2337 937-548-2108 FOR RENT 2 BR house in Greenville. $375/mo + utilities. No Pets. No Smoking. 937-423-5113

Treaty City Manor Subsidized Housing for Ages 55 & Older Apartments Now Available

650 Wagner Ave., Greenville Ohio 45331 937-548-0932 TTY 800-750-0750

Treaty City Manor does not discriminate on the basis of disability status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federal assisted programs and activities.

WHEN IS YOUR NEXT MOVE? GET THERE FASTER WITH FIRST CHOICE REALTY! AROUND THE AREA! 1014 W Race St., Troy – 4 bedroom, 1 bath 50 N State St., Phillipsburg – 3 bedroom, 2 bath 608 Winona Dr., Fairborn – townhouse, 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath 108 Woodside Dr., Pitsburg – 3 bedroom, 2 bath 2265 Crew Circle, Dayton – condo, 1 bedroom, 1 bath

The Right Choice 1400 Wagner Ave. Greenville, OH 45331

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548-5464

WANTED TO RENT FARMGROUND TO RENT: $260/acre, SPRING PAYMENT, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. 937-622-2735 REAL ESTATE Beautiful large log home, 2.4 aces w/3 BR, loft, pellet boiler, pond, much more. On SR 571E, edge of Greenville. NEW PRICE $279,900. Trump Realty 678-5687

Efficiencies & 1 Bedroom Apartments Utilities and Appliances Provided Coin-Op Laundry Available

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FOR RENT Rent or Sell: 3 BR, 1.5 bath, 2 car garage on cul-de-sac, big yard, in Union City, OH. 937968-3787

2 BR house in Union City, OH. $30,000. 937968-3787 leave message FINGER LAKES WATERFRONT 6.5 acres - $99,900. Long lake frontage, beautiful private woodlands, Pristine spring fed lake! 15 tracts avail from 2 to 25 acres! Buy now! Prices and int rates will be rising! Call 888-431-7214 N e w Yo r k L a n dandLakes.com RECREATIONAL 2010 Wildwood camper, 33ft, model WDT30FKBSLE, patio door, 2 slide-outs, residential refrigerator, sleeps 6, 30# propane bottles, Fiberglass steps included. $10,500. 260726-5588

AUTOMOTIVE 1999 Nissan Altima for sale. $1500 OBO. Call 937-733-1844

1999 Ranger 4x4 $2995. 2002 Grand Prix, super charged $3995. 2006 Kia $3995. 2008 Fusion $4995. 2001 Focus $2995. 2005 Grand Am $3995. 1998 S10 Blazer $2195. 2001 Grand Am $2195. 2004 Grand Caravan $2995. 2002 Villager $2995. 2006 Escape $3995. 2003 Dakota $2995. 2002 Envoy $4495. 2004 Explorer $4995. 1997 Silverado $1695. TAX SALE! Buy - Sell - Trade! CountryAutoSalesGreenville. com 548-1337 Tax Back Clearance Sale! Get them out of here! $1000 - $6000! Poeppelman Auto, 419925-4747, www.rpauto. net MISC. FOR SALE 2015 60” LZS ExMark mower w/hitch, 194 hrs, $8000. Newberry Twp, Covington, OH 937-473-3201

R&S Reck Mobile Home Park New Paris, Ohio

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937-417-7111

MISC. FOR SALE Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off

PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock@ earthlink.net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements! Jr’s name brand jeans sizes 1-3-5. Pink/ brown cowgirl boots, like new, size 8.5. 937417-9199 SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAY TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500! 1-800806-5909 HOUSEHOLD Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 5480870

HOUSEHOLD PILLOWTOP 14 INCH THICK MATTRESS & BOX SPRINGS: FULL SET $237; QUEEN SET $259; KING SET $399. NEW IN PLASTIC WITH WARRANTY. 937-8845455 We deliver

DEADLINE

FOR GETTING YOUR GARAGE SALE IN THE EARLY BIRD-

NOON THURS.

New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $139, twin $109. We deliver. Call 937884-5455 White refrigerator & stove w/self-cleaning oven, used only 4 months, asking $600. 937-423-5113 LIVESTOCK Brown egg laying pullets. 937-526-4541 GARAGE SALES Greenville Estate Sale; 1226 Northmoore Dr; March 8, 9-5; March 9-10, 9-3; Items for sale in every room 8902 US Rt. 127 N., Ansonia; March 9,10,11; 9-5. Huge, inside. Lots of Coca Cola items.

Becoming a Home Owner Need Not Be Just A Dream

Dean’s List

MEETING WILL BE AT THE CITY BLDG – COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Zoning Appeals Board will be addressing a rezoning/variance request applied for by Arcon Builders/Two Towns Real Estate, LLC at the corner of East South St. & South East St. to add a 32’ X 55’ addition on the west side of the existing Sunoco building. All interested parties should plan to attend this meeting to advise the board of your objections and/or approval of this zoning request. Acting Mayor Bonnie Millard

COLUMBUS – Rachel Wenning, of Yorkshire, has been named to the Autumn Semester Dean’s List at Columbus Sate Community College. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher and be enrolled for six or more credit hours.

2&3 Bedroom Homes Available Check our our selection of FREE handyman homes. Rental Homes Available Too! Sherwood Forest Mobile Home Community 937-548-9898 www.parkbridgehomes.com

LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF ARCANUM ZONING & PLANNING APPEALS BOARD WILL HAVE A

ZONING AMENDMENT HEARING

WED., MARCH 22, 2017 7:00 P.M.

Darke County Sheriff’s Estate Sales

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

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

US Bank VS. Tamara Deaton, et al. No. 16CV00568

Pennymac Loan Services LLC VS. Scott Hill & Melinda O’Rock, et al. No. 16CV00615

Bank of NY Mellon VS. Martha Shahan, et al. No. 16CV00413

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, March 10, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the City of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 239 Morrow St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235010511800

Street Address: 405 N. High St. Bradford, Ohio Parcel Number: A04240921010611500

Street Address: 160 Bellevernon Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235010612000

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $30,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $57,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $51,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/19, 2/26, 3/5 3T

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

Fifth Third Mortgage VS. No. 16CV00351 Rebecca Hatfield, et al.

JPMorgan Chase VS. Shawn Wogoman & Emily Mumaw, et al. No. 13CV00013

Greenville National Bank VS. Deborah Starks, deceased, et al. No. 16CV00392

Street Address: 1112 Lakeview Dr.Wayne Lakes Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: L80221128020114400

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

Street Address: 505 Markwith Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235020310300

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $71,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $25,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, March 24, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/19, 2/26, 3/5 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.

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

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes: In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 16CV00617, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Paul Studebaker, deceased, et al., Defendants. Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $2,443.25 (Two Thousand Four Hundred Forty Three and 25/100) 160 N. Main St Hollansburg, Ohio G30211005040411100 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 10th day of March, 2017 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 24th day of March, 2017, 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 2/19, 2/26, 3/5 3T Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Delinquent Lands Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes: In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 16CV00616, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. James Voiles, et al., Defendants. Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $7,432.98 (Seven Thousand Four Hundred Thirty Two and 98/100) 151 Elm St. Hollansburg, Ohio G30211005040210600 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 10th day of March, 2017 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 24th day of March, 2017, 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.

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.

Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 2/19, 2/26, 3/5 3T Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price is due within 30 days after confirmation of sale is filed. More Information You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

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Extension will host T-V kindergarten registration scheduled Aging Smart class GREENVILLE – OSU Extension, Darke County, has scheduled an “Aging Smart” threeweek program. Older adults, 65+ are the fastest growing population group in the United States. Most older adults want to remain independent and live at home, so they will cover three areas to help: Preventing Falls in

Your Home, Keeping Safe and Aging & Eating. These classes will be held April 10, 17 and 24, 2017, from 1-2 p.m. April 10 – Preventing Falls in Your Home April 17 – Keeping Safe April 24 – Aging and Eating The “Aging Smart” classes will be held at the

OSU Extension Learning Center, 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville. There is no charge for this class. To register or for further information, call OSU Extension at (937) 548-5215 or email Diane Barga at barga.8@osu.edu. There is a limit of 20 and registration needs to be complete by April 5.

NEW MADISON – Tri-Village Elementary School is announcing the kindergarten registration for the 2017-2018 school year. Registration packets are available in the oﬃce

Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. If you cannot come during this time frame, call the elementary oﬃce as soon as possible so that they can make arrangements for

President’s List at Capital BEXLEY – Capital University is pleased to announce its President’s List honorees for the fall 2016

semester. Local students named to the list include Spencer Delk, Laura, and Haleigh Luce, Greenville.

you to receive the necessary information. All students must be registered by May 1. Children being registered for Kindergarten must be ﬁve years of age by August 1, 2017 in

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6467 COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE, GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 Directions: From Greenville take S.R. 36 (EAST) approximately 1 ½ miles to Country Club Estates. Continue straight in Country Club Estates to auction site. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS)

Flory Landscaping April 14, 2017

10:01am Wagons, 12:00pm Equipment

Darke County Fairgrounds

Attend Open Houses - Inspect This Property Make Financial Arrangements Be Prepared to Buy on Auction Day 1st Time Ever Offered For Sale!

Open Houses: SUN., MARCH 5th, 1:00 – 2:30 PM SUN., MARCH 12th, 1:00 – 2:30 PM And by appointment… Call: Kirby Lyons (937) 316-8400 Everett Hocker (937) 417-0748

Terms: $5,000.00 down on day of auction. Complete Balance Due Within 30 Days of Auction. Taxes will be figured short term pro-ration to closing.

JANET FASICK - OWNER

For photos and additional information on this offering please visit us at www.auctionzip.com and enter User I.D. # 8673. Remember, Never, Ever a Buyers (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions *WHAT YOU BID IS WHAT YOU PAY* “We work for our sellers, appreciate our buyers, and love our profession”

Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686

Old pillow exchange set

GREENVILLE – Are you experiencing headaches, neck pain, or restless nights? Is your old pillow giving you the support you need? Johnston Chiropractic Clinic wants to make sure it is. During the week of March 6-10, bring in your old pillow for exchange and receive 25 percent oﬀ on a new orthopedic support pillow. Sleeping on a pillow that doesn’t support your head and neck could be the cause of your problem. Also through the month of March, all referred new patients who bring in or mention this ad will receive an exam, case history, and consultation for $35, which in turn will be given to Grace Resurrection Community Center. Promotion excludes Worker’s comp, Medicaid, personal injury cases, and X-rays.”

Location: Indoors, North Beef Show Arena (St. Rt. 121) Greenville, OH 45331 Have an item to consign or Mike Baker Auctioneer/Broker questions? Contact Kevin or Katie at 937-548-2200 or email Midwest Auctioneers & Realty, Inc katie@ﬂorylandscaping.com AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION AUCTION

AUCTION MARCH 29TH AT 6:PM

Auction Location: Ansonia Amercian Legion - 118 Mackinaw (I Block N. of the Post Office) Ansonia, Ohio 45303

TRACT #1 75 ACRES M/L

TRACT #2 50.985 ACRES M/L

125.985 Acres of Farm Land Offered in 2 tracts and in Combination using the Multi Parcel Auction Method Known as 12757 Light Rd., New Weston (Darke County) Ohio, located in Mississinawa Twp. Approx 1 ½ miles west of St. Rt. 49 North. There are no buildings or structures on either tract. This highly productive land will be offered in the following tracts as well as in combination. TRACT 1: (75) acres m/l of mostly tillable land with road frontage on Rossburg-Lightsville Rd and Light Rd. TRACT 2: (50.985) acres m/l with approx 9 acres of wooded land or currently not tilled land leaving approx 41 acres of tillable land with frontage on Rossburg-Lightsville Rd. TERMS: $5,000 per tract ($10,000 for combination purchase) shall be required down day of auction. Balance due within 45 days or before. All distances and acreage amounts are subject to survey to be paid by seller. Please visit WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for more maps and info etc.

D&N GRAIN FARM, LLC (DARBY, CLEYO, & NANCY LIVINGSTON)

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THIS CUSTOM BUILT 1-OWNER FRAME RANCH HOME EXHIBITS QUALITY THROUGHOUT. FEATURING OVER 2,300 SQUARE FEET ALL ON ONE FLOOR. BUILT BY BUILDER & FINISH CARPENTER NEAL FASICK IN 1990. ONE OF THE MANY FEATURES OF THIS HOME INCLUDE A GREAT ROOM WITH ADJOINING FORMAL DINING AREA WITH VAULTED CEILINGS, LEWISBURG LIMESTONE WOOD BURNING FIREPLACE, BUILT-IN TV CABINET, 2 CEILING FANS, LARGE QUALITY EAGLE WINDOWS & MORE! THERE ARE 2 BEDROOMS WITH POSSIBLE 3RD. (USING OFFICE AREA AS BEDROOM). THE LARGE MASTER SUITE WITH SITTING AREA AND ATTACHED MASTER BATHROOM HAS MANY FEATURES INCLUDING: LARGE WALK-IN SHOWER, BATHTUB, DBL. SINKS & VANITIES AND LARGE WALK-IN CLOSET. CUSTOM DESIGNED KITCHEN W/FLOOR TO CEILING CABINETRY, CORIAN COUNTER TOPS, BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR, RANGE, COOK TOP & MICROWAVE OVEN. STAINLESS STEEL DBL. SINKS, GARBAGE DISPOSAL AND MANY MORE EXTRAS! JUST OFF THE KITCHEN DINING AREA IS A SCREENED PATIO ROOM WITH ACCESS FROM THE KITCHEN OR THE GREAT ROOM. LARGE LAUNDRY ROOM WITH LOTS OF CABINETS, DEEP S.S. LAUNDRY SINK, COMPACTOR, ½ BATH, LG. STORAGE ROOM WITH CEDAR CLOSET, BUILT-IN IRONING BOARD AND MORE. 2 ½ TOTAL BATHROOMS, LARGE 2-CAR ATTACHED HEATED GARAGE W/ OPENER, CONCRETE PATIO WITH 4 LIMESTONE COLUMNS AND OAK PERGAOLA, 4 FT. CRAWLSPACE, TRANE FURNACE WITH CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING, CEDAR SHAKE SHINGLES WITH COPPER VALLEYS, SPOUTING & DOWNSPOUTS. LARGE WALK-IN PANTRY, CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM, 20 KW PROPANE GENERAC WHOLE HOUSE GENERATOR, 2”X6” EXTERIOR WALLS, SOLID WOOD DOORS AND CUSTOM SHADES THROUGHOUT, MATURE LANDSCAPING & MORE. THIS IS A FANTASTIC QUALITY HOME, MOVE-IN READY AND A MUST SEE! THERE IS ALSO AN ADDITIONAL 135 FT. X 155 FT. ADJOINING CORNER LOT AVAILABLE. DON’T MISS THIS OUTSTANDING OFFERING!

ing tips from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help reduce sodium in your diet. * Think fresh: Most of the sodium Americans eat is found in processed foods. * Enjoy homeprepared foods: Cook more often at home—where you are in control of what’s in your food. * Fill up on veggies and fruits— they are naturally low in sodium: Eat plenty of vegetables and fruits—fresh or frozen. Eat a vegetable or fruit at every meal. * Adjust your taste buds: Cut back on salt little by little—and pay attention to the natural tastes of various foods. Your taste for salt will lessen over time. * Boost your potassium intake: Choose foods with potassium, which may help to lower your blood pressure. The YMCA of Darke County offers a community of diverse individuals who can support all people in meeting their health and well-being goals. Learn more by visiting www. ymcadarkecounty. org or stopping into one of your local Y branches.

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25th Annual Spring Landscaping & Lawn Equipment Auction

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cardio and strength exercises that focus on continued cardiac rehabilitation. The Healthy Heart program takes place at the Greenville branch on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7 a.m. The Y’s Greenville branch also offers blood pressure monitoring at no charge at their monthly Silver Sneaker members potluck lunches. Per the American Heart Association (AHA), too much sodium in your system puts an extra burden on your heart and blood vessels. In some people, this may lead to or raise high blood pressure. “There are many factors in keeping your heart healthy and having a handle on your blood pressure and sodium intake are effective tools in the preventing heart disease,” said Sam Casalano, YMCA CEO. “Whether you have high blood pressure, are at risk for heart disease or want to keep your heart healthy, the Y has resources that can help achieve better health.” In addition to programs and services offered in Darke County, the Y offers the follow-

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heart attacks and strokes. As part of this commitment, the YMCA of Darke County encourages heart health through many programs. The Y’s Healthy Heart program was started in 1996 by local medical professionals including Dr. Henry Chong MD, cardiologist. Participants in this class are led by Silver Sneakers® certiﬁed senior specialist Karyl Woolery, who supervises them as they do a combination of

the necessary registration paperwork. If you have any questions, contact the elementary ofﬁce at (937) 9961511 and ask for Angie Harrington, elementary secretary.

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Association, cardiovascular disease is the nation’s number one killer, responsible for 1 in 3 deaths each year in the United States. To address the prevalence of heart disease, the Y has made a national commitment to the Million Hearts campaign, an initiative spearheaded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, CDC and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that aims to prevent one million

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Y urges good habits for better heart health GREENVILLE – February is American Heart Month and as a leading community-based organization committed to improving the nation’s health, the YMCA of Darke County urges everyone in the community to help prevent heart disease by lowering your blood pressure. Two ways to keep the pressure oﬀ your heart are by monitoring your blood pressure and reducing sodium intake. According to the American Heart

order to be eligible for enrollment. Parents should bring the child’s original birth certiﬁcate and custody papers (if that applies). Please plan on spending a few minutes completing

AUCTION - FINAL TWO GREENVILLE CITY SCHOOLS SURPLUS & LOOSE FURNISHINGS

MARCH 18TH AT 9:00 AM

Woodland Heights Elementary 7550 St. Rt. 118 – Greenville

APRIL 1ST AT 9:00 AM

Greenville Junior High 131 Central Ave – Greenville

The final two auctions for the Greenville City Schools surplus & loose furnishings are being prepared and finalized. Each school contains different items and offerings. Items selling will include but are not limited to: Comm. Kitch/ Rest. & Cafeteria Equip to incl: coolers, freezers, ovens, prep tables, prep sinks, serving lines & steam tables, mixers, attachments, pots/pans etc; Electronics: Smart boards w/ long arm projectors & response kits; NEC Projectors; Elmo doc readers; Computer monitors & accessories; TV’s & DVD/VCR players; Routers; Media carts; Lg. sel. of wood & metal storage & file cabinets & shelving; 100’s of Student/Teachers desks/chairs; Portable & stationary work stations; Teaching supplies/aids; White boards & bulletin boards; Pull down world/US maps; Pull down projector screens; Office equip; Laboratory supplies/equip; Nurse’s exam tables; Sound equip & musical instruments; Sports/gym equip; Basketball bank boards, rims, & nets; Wall hangings; Shop items/tools; Alum Ext. ladders; Housekeeping/ Janitorial aids; Outdoor utility sheds. More information will become available including pictures and order of sale as we finalize preparations. Please check our website at www.midwest-auctioneers.com daily for updates including catalogs and pictures on these auctions. Terms: These auctions are being conducted with no buyer’s premium to onsite bidders and no state sales tax is required to be collected. All items are required to be paid for day of auction with the following payment options: Cash, personal or business check w/ID, or Master Card and Visa. There will be an additional 3% clerking fee added for credit cards. Additional terms and conditions apply to internet bidders.

Can’t attend the auction? Bid online via www.proxibid.com (find the link on our website)

GREENVILLE CITY SCHOOLS

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

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Drugs lead indictments from Grand Jury Arcanum prepares for new kindergartners GREENVILLE – R. Kelly Ormsby, III, prosecuting attorney for Darke County, released the following report on Grand Jury activity recently conducted by the Prosecuting Attorney’s Oﬃce. Misty Howell, Versailles – Indicted on four counts of Theft of Drugs based upon an investigation by the State Board of Pharmacy. Dahiru Adamu Biu, Arcanum – Indicted on a charge of Receiving Stolen Property based upon an investigation by the Arcanum Police Department. Jason L. Hunt, New Paris – Indict-

ed on a charge of Attempted Aggravated Burglary, two counts of Felonious Assault based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Matthew A. Saintignon, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Weapons Under Disability and Aggravated Possession of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Nicholas A. Feitshans, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Aggravated Possession of Drugs, Possession of Heroin, Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs and Trafficking in

CONSIGNMENT AUCTION FRIDAY, MAR. 10 5:30 P.M. Households, Collectibles Dresser w/Mirror, Many More Items Coming In. Visit AuctionZip ID 30475 for addl. listings & pictures.

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Drugs based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. Joshua A. Green, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Aggravated Trafficking in Drugs, Aggravated Possession of Drugs and two counts of Receiving Stolen Property based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Randy S. Balcom, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of two counts of Forgery based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. Samantha J. Thomas, Arcanum – Indicted on a charge of Tampering with Evidence based upon an investigation by the Arcanum Police Department. Jason D. Amspaugh, Union City, Ohio – Indicted on a charge of three counts of Breaking & Entering, Grand Theft, Petty Theft and Theft based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Cameron M. Rolark, Arcanum – Indicted on a charge of Aggravated Robbery based upon an investigation by the

Real Estate Farm Land Auction NEWBERRY TWP. – MIAMI COUNTY SATURDAY, MARCH 25, 11:00 AM

Location: 9920 Greenville Falls Road, Covington, Ohio Five tracts will be offered for sale separately. After the individual tract values are established, the parcels will be combined and auctioned as one tract. If the combined bid exceeds the separate bids by $20,000, the tracts will be sold as one. All bids subject to approval of the owners.

Owners: George and Estine Walls Jeanie Jordan Bates, Listing Broker 937-214-2445 Anthony Bayman: Agent/Auctioneer 937-606-0536 Visit AuctionZip.com Bayman Auction Service ID # 6480 for tract descriptions and terms of sale.

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Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Sterling O. Seiler, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of three counts of Breaking & Entering and Grand Theft based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Kerstan L. Nischwitz, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Breaking & Entering an Arson based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. Sierra Hill, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Forgery based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. Michael L. Godsey, Richmond, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Theft based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. James Bingham, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of two counts of Trafficking in Cocaine based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Matthew J. Hall, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Theft and Escape based upon an investigation by the Greenville Police Department. Wayne J. Becker, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Receiving Stolen Property based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Patricia A. Hawthorne, Union City, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Aggravated Possession of Drugs and Possession of Drugs based upon an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

ARCANUM – Arcanum Elementary is excited to welcome a new class of kindergarten students for the 2017-2018 school year. Kindergarten screening for all children who turn ﬁve on or before Aug. 1 and plan to attend Arcanum Elementary during the 2017-2018 school year will take place April 6 and April 7. Call Arcanum Elementary at 692-5174 x 1339 to schedule your screening appointment. The screening and conference time will last one to two hours. A parent and the child will need to be there the entire time. While the children are being screened, there will be an informational Jumpstart program for the parents. Following the screening, the results and recommendations will be reviewed with the parent. A parent may then register their child April 12-13 from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. by returning the registration packet handed out at screening with all forms completed. Evening hours will also be available for registration on April 13 from 6-7:30 p.m. Please use the main

entrance for both screening and registration. When returning the completed registration packet, parents must bring the child’s birth certificate; social security card; custody papers, if applicable; parent photo ID; and proof of residency showing the parent’s name and address, such as a utility bill, homeowners/renters insurance bill, or rental/purchase agreement. Parents wishing to have their child attend Arcanum Elementary through open enrollment may fill out an open enrollment application for consideration. Approval of open enrollment is subject to the district’s open enrollment policy JECBB – Admission of Interdistrict Transfer Students and can be viewed on the district’s web page under the Board of Education tab. The policy contains important information including guidelines for the order of acceptance and potential reasons for denial of the request. If a parent does not have their child’s birth certificate, any Department of Health in Ohio has access to the records for all

DARKE COUNTY – Boy Scouts in Darke District will once again be holding their Scouting for Food event. The scouts will be delivering bags to all the homes in the community on March 11, beginning at 9 a.m.

Non-perishable food items are requested. The scouts will return on March 18, beginning at 9 a.m., to pick up donations. All donations will be delivered to local food pantries

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births in Ohio. The Darke County Department of Health is located at 300 Garst Ave., Greenville. They are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. They can be reached at 548-4196, or at www.darkecounty-

health.org. They look forward to meeting all of the parents and welcoming the incoming students to Arcanum Elementary. If you have any questions, call the elementary oﬃce at 692-5174 x 1339.

PUBLIC AUCTION

to be held for a Maroon, 2002, Jeep Grand Cherokee, VIN# 1J4GW48S31C739738 in the amount of $1700 (unpaid charges) at Johnson Towing & Recovery 1124 W. Pearl St. Union City, IN 47390. The auction will be held on

MONDAY, MARCH 20, 2017 AT 10:00 A.M.

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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)

TRUCK – CAMPER – MOTOR SCOOTER 2003 Chevy Silverado LS 1500 Pick-Up Truck, 5300-V8, Auto, P.W., P. Locks, A/C, Tilt, Cruise, Tow Pkg., 1-Owner, only 61,150 Miles, Dk. Gray Metallic, Nice; 1994 Coachmen Catalina 5th Wheel Camping Trailer, Mdl. #250RB, Tandem Axel, Sleeps 6, Fully Self Contained, Roof A/C, Roll Out Awning, Nice; 2008 Fashion CF-250T Motor Scooter, 1-Owner. LAWN TRACTORS – TILLERS – LAWN EQUIPMENT Husqvarna GTH-2548 Lawn Tractor, 25 H.P., 48” Cut; Ariens 17 ½ H.P. 42” Lawn Tractor; Simplicity 16 LTH Lawn Tractor, 16 H.P. 38” Cut; MTD Rear Tine Gas Tiller; Bolens 13-22-24 IN. Adj. Gas Tiller; Craftsman 32 CC Gas Tiller; Craftsman Lawn Mower Jack; Yardman 9 H.P. 26 IN. Gas Snow Blower w/Rubber Tracks; Stihl FS 40C Gas Trimmer; sev. Gas Weed Trimmers; Stihl Gas Leaf Blower; 25 Gal. Pull Behind Sprayer; Elec. Hedge Trimmers; Walk Behind Spreaders; Dumping Lawn Cart; Yard Roller; Poly Wheel Barrow; Poulan Gas Chain Saw; Lawn Sweeper; various Long Handle Yard Tools. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES W.M. Rogers Silverware in Wood Case; Culiner w/Wood Stomper; Early Accordiana (New York) Accordion in Original Case; #6 Wagner Iron Skillet; Oil Lamp; Early Stanley Tool Guide Book; Second National Bank (Locking Bank); Cuff Links; Tie Tacks; Men’s Watches; sev. Advertising Ash Trays; American Motorcycle & Road Rider Magazines; Approx.: 20 Mantle & Wall Clocks, all Sizes, Styles & Makes. SHOP EQUIPMENT & TOOLS Ajax 120/240V Gas Generator; Lincoln 225 Amp Welder; 4 Ft. Metal Brake; Portable Elec. Cement Mixer; Lawnboy Space Heater; Elec. Pressure Washer; Flood Light w/Tripod; Duracraft ¾ IN. Drill Press; Wood & Alum. Extension Ladders; sev. Shop Vacuums (various sizes); Bottle Jacks; Elec. Cords; various Socket Sets; Vulcan Ladder; Craftsman Multimeter; 4 ½” Vise; Whole Saw Bits; Nails; Screws; Bolts; Skil Circ. Saw; Skil ½” Elec. Drill; DeWalt Angle Grinder; misc. Wrenches; Step Ladders; Pry Bars; Tool Boxes; Worx 20V Oscillating Tool; Saw Horses; Block & Tackle; misc. Hardware. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Wood Dining Table & (4) Chairs; (2) 3 Pc. Bedroom Suites, Chest of Drawers, Dresser & Mirrors, Full Beds; Sofa w/Matching Wing Back Chair (Tan); (2) Hide-Bed Love Seats; Leather Recliner; Oak Curio Cabinet w/Glass Door; 2 Pc. Oak Cabinet; sev. Wood Bookshelves; Brown Pleather Sofa w/Dual Recliners; Brown Recliner; 3 Pc. Oak Coffee & Lamp Table Set; 3 Dr. Chest of Drawers; Blonde Dresser & Mirror & Chest of Drawers; Frigidaire Upright Freezer (White). HOUSEHOLD & MISC. Sm. Elec. Kitchen Appliances; Pots; Pans; Kitchen Utensils; Flatware; Corelle Ware Dishes; Pressure Cooker & Canner; Corelle & Corning Baking Dishes; Vision Cookware; (New) Hamilton Beach Microwave Oven; Stainless Steel Stock Pots & Bowls; Cups; Glasses; Deep Bowls; Graduated Set of Pyrex Measuring Cups; Lots of Canning Jars; sev. Clocks; Desk Lamps; Paper Shredder; Record Albums; sev. Blankets; numerous Lamps; Luggage; sev. S.S. Foot Pedal Trash Cans; 6 Ft. Folding Table; sev. Floor & Window Fans; Eureka & Dirt Devil Sweepers; Elec. Radiator Heater; Roller Blades & Helmet; Stereo Radio, Turn Table & Speakers; 8-Trac Tapes; CD’s; VCR Player; Tape Recorders; Lots of Collector Avon items; How-To & other Books; Desk items; Brother Portable Sewing Machine; Elec. Cords & Surge Protectors; Card Table & Chairs; Dell Computer/Monitor/Keyboard/Speakers; H.P. Printer; sev. 2-Door File Cabinets and Desks; Lg. Concrete Deer; (4) 4’x8’ Sheets of ½” Chipboard; misc. Pegboard Panels; Tractor Seat; Eden Pure & Comfort Zone Heaters; Lighted outside Christmas Figurines; Sm. A/C Unit; Hospital Bed; sev. Desk Chairs; 7x35 Binoculars; Table Top Fuse Ball; Coleman Cooler; Flat Top Trunk.

MELVIN NICHOLAS & GERALD ENGEL-OWNERS TOM & RITA MCELDOWNEY-OWNERS

Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686 Michel Werner Auctioneer

• ALL items must be paid for the day of auction. • ALL items are sold as is. • We must collect sales tax (EXCEPT on titled vehicles). • TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Food Available on Site! • Open Friday, March 10th from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection. 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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Ted Grote photo sale GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library has been hosting a Ted Grote Photo Sale since Jan. 27. The late photographer’s many portraits, landscapes, and group photos have been available to the public for a small donation. Ted’s estate gifted the library with his legacy to use as a fundraiser for its beneﬁt. The sale will come to an end on March 24; if you’re interested, now is the time to look through the photos one last time.

The Ted Grote photo sale continues through March 24.

After the sale the remaining photos will be archived and available to patrons upon request.

2nd Sunday Breakfast set GREENVILLE – The Greenville Elks, 214 W. Third St., will host its 2nd Sunday Breakfast on March 12, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The menu includes eggs & omelets to order, hash

browns sausage, bacon, biscuits & sausage gravy, wafﬂe bar, juice, coffee bar and more. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children under 12. The breakfast is open to the public.

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Layers of History uncovered in Arcanum ARCANUM – Hannah Wiest will present “Layers of History: Women’s Fashion During the War Between the States” March 9, 7 p.m. at the Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society in downtown Arcanum. Wiest’s lecture presents a revealing history about ladies’ fashion and undergarments during the early 1860s. She will expose each layer and the purpose of the individual garments and explain how the fabric content, print, dress style, and cut all disclosed a woman’s class, age, and social standing. Wiest will be dressed in a complete ensemble and have many other garments to show as well as a Power Point. She is a member of The Ohio Valley Civil War

Association which is made up of the 35th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, the 19th US Regular Infantry, the 1st Ohio Battery C Light Artillery, Birge’s Western Sharpshooter (the best US Signal Corp unit in the country), and the Civil War Civilians. Wiest is a Darke County native, graduated from WSU in creative writing, and currently works as a naturalist educator at DCP. She has a passion for history and spends her free time researching, pattern drafting, and sewing historical clothing both for her living history hobby and for the Park District. She and her new husband, Robert, live in the Arcanum area. Join them for what promises to be a very interesting evening. The Historical Society is housed in the historic 1894 brick De-

Hannah Wiest will uncover the Layers of History: Women’s Fashion During the War Between the States on March 9.

itrich Saloon & Rooming House. The event is open to the public and is free of

charge. Contact Barb Deis, 662-0119 for more information.

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 $42,525. From November 2015 – March 2016, more than 118,000 Ohioans were helped by the program statewide. Individuals interested in receiving Winter Crisis assistance must have a face-to-face interview at the local HEAP provider. Customers must bring proof of income (copies of pay stubs), copies of their most recent energy bills, photo ID, list of all household members with Social Security numbers and birth dates, and proof of U.S. citizenship/legal residency for all household members.

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. Ohioans also can call the toll-free hotline at (800) 282-0880, Monday through Friday (hearing impaired customers may dial (800) 686-1557 for assistance) or visit http:// development.ohio.gov/ is/is_heapwinter.htm for more information about the Winter Crisis Program. For more information about energy assistance programs and a list of energy assistance providers, call (800) 282-0880 or visit www.energyhelp. ohio.gov.

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GREENVILLE – The Community Action Partnership and Ohio Development Services Agency will help eligible 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 until March 31, 2017. More than 450 families in Darke County were assisted through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program last year. To qualify for the Winter Crisis Program, a household must be threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have

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Antler Amble at DCCA brings Farnham to local schools March Jr. Naturalists

GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks invites students in grades 3-6 to join them for the Jr. Naturalists program on March 11 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville. This month will focus on whitetail deer antlers. The deer grow a new set of antlers every year and shed them in the late winter. Students will venture off trail to hunt for shed antlers and see what treasures they’ll discover along the way. Remember to dress for the weather and for being off-trail. The Jr. Naturalists is a series of monthly pro-

grams designed to give third through sixth grade students hands-on interaction with the natural world and a look at our current and historical place within it. Hikes, games, crafts, and service projects are all a part of this exciting integrated study group. A fee of $3 is charged for the program, and registration is required. For questions about the Jr. Naturalists program or any other park district programs or to register for the March class, call the park ofﬁce at (937) 548-0165 or email info@darkecountyparks.org.

GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts will present Los Angelesbased pianist/composer Jason Farnham performing for kindergarten through third grade students in all local public schools March 6-10. The ﬁnal presentation of DCCA’s Arts In Education series, Farnham will demonstrate the vast capabilities of his chosen instrument while introducing broad musical concepts to the youngsters. “Jason is an incredible musician with an outlandish sense of fun,” said Keith Rawlins, DCCA Artistic Director. “Creativity will be sparked and musical lessons learned while the kids have a great time watching this energetic performer display his knowledge and

skill,” Mr. Rawlins concluded. DCCA’s Arts In Education program is sponsored by Gordon Orthodontics, DP&L Company Foundation, Greenville Federal, The Maid Rite Sandwich Shoppe, Edison State Community College, Richard Baker, Bach 2 Rock, BASF, and Littman-Thomas Agency, as well as The Mandy Green Fund of The Darke County Foundation, The Helen Hawkey Music Project, DCCA memberships and all Darke County and Greenville City schools. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also

receives funding from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial, Ketrow Foundation, and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund. DCCA ofﬁcials schedule Arts In Education programming in cooperation with the schools; these perfor-

mances are free and open to the public. For more information regarding exact times of the performances by Jason Farnham for kindergarten through third grade students, contact DCCA at (937) 5470908 or dcca@centerforarts.net.

ARCANUM – The Ivy Ester Seed Vault is now open for business at the Arcanum Public Library. Come check out their selection of seeds for you to take home and use in your own garden. They are also accepting donations of seeds in order to keep enough in the library for all patrons. There is a book club for adults being formed; the ﬁrst meeting will be March 14, 6 p.m. The book “Still Alice” will be distributed. Come join the group, bring a friend, and enjoy some quality book time. An adult coloring session is planned for March 21, 6 p.m. Come relax for the evening with friends, coloring, and beverages. Supplies will be provided, or you can bring your own. Also in March is the popular StoryTime program for preschool children. There will be sessions on March 6, 13, 20, and 27. There are two times for each day, with the ﬁrst session starting at 10 a.m. and

the second one starting at 11 a.m. Kids enjoy stories, music, and crafts. The after school program for kids in grades 1-4 also meets on Mondays. This month, there will be meetings on March 6, 13, 20, and 27. The sessions go from 3:45–4:45 p.m. Hang out with friends, make a craft, have a snack, play a game, and more. There is a program for kids in grades 5 and up that meets on Thursdays. TNT will meet on March 9, 16, 23, and 30. There is always plenty to do – hang

out with friends, have a snack, watch a movie, play games, compete in team competitions, and lots more. The library is excited to be hosting a “Build Your Own Rain Barrel” workshop put on by the Darke Soil and Water Conservation District. The program will be on April 11 at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required. If a patron wants to take home their very own rain barrel, the cost is $40, and that fee must be in to the library before the day of the program. There

is a limit of 30 barrels to be distributed, and they are expecting this to ﬁll up quickly so sign up soon. You may call the Arcanum Public Library to get more information about these or other programs at (937) 692-8484. You can also visit www.arcanumpubliclibrary.org, or ﬁnd them on Facebook.

Darke County Center for the Arts will present Jason Farnham performing for kindergarten through third grade students in all local public schools March 6-10.

Arcanum Trojan Homecoming event Spring happenings at Arcanum Library ARCANUM – The Arcanum Alumni Association invites all alumni to the Trojan Alumni Homecoming (formerly called ArcanumButler Alumni Banquet) to come enjoy a good meal and the fellowship of classmates and friends in a relaxed, casual atmosphere on April 22; no suits, ties or high heels necessary. Under the new name and format, hosted by the Arcanum Alumni Advisory Committee and the AHS Class of 92, classmates are invited to come early and take a tour of the new school. Additionally, the Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society at 123 W. George St., 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. served by Batdorf’s Red Barn Catering. The menu will consist of tossed salad with French or Ranch dressing, boneless pork loin, Italian marinated chicken, green beans with almonds, red skin potatoes, and dinner roll, followed by chocolate or white cake for dessert. Drinks will include coffee (regular and decaf), sweet iced tea, lemonade, and ice water. Entertainment will be provided by the High School Jazz Band. Registration forms are available on the school website at http://www. arcanum-butler.k12.oh.us/ alumni.aspx. Tickets are $20 per person; reservations are due by April 1st. Chairpersons for this event are Katrina Smith (Class of 92), Linda (Yount) Newbauer (Class of 65) and Tom Fourman (Class of 63). To date, the Arcanum, Alumni Scholarship fund has provided scholarships and student support worth over $97,900 to 143 promising AHS graduates who demonstrated ﬁnancial need, academic promise, and community involvement since 1966. The ﬁrst scholarship re-

cipient, Gary Foureman (Class of ’66) shared the following with the committee, “A signal was desperately needed to make things clearer and impart conﬁdence. The AAS was that signal for me. I thought ‘A lot of ﬁne people think that I can do this and are even pledging resources for me to do it.’” Last year’s scholarship recipients, Morgan McKinney, Emily Miller, Maggie Heiser and Austin Baker all wanted to express their sincere appreciation as well for the support shown to them through the AAS. The Arcanum Alumni asks that you consider sending a donation to the Scholarship Fund to further the education of our 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, please contact Terri at 937/2696318 or via email at neady@ woh.rr.com.

Democrat Breakfast

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Democrats will hold an early riser breakfast at the Brethren Retirement Community in their cafeteria on March 11, 8 a.m. Come and enjoy good fellowship and a wonderful breakfast. Everyone is welcome. For reservations, call Tom Hans at (937) 2733865 or Dave Niley at (937) 548-4517.

Greenville Public Library will be installing new computers the week of March 6-10.

GPL’s computers will Early Morning Discovery Hikes at DCP be down for a week GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District invites the public to join them every Tuesday morning at 8 a.m. at Shawnee Prairie Preserve at 4267 St. Rt. 502 west of Greenville for their Early Morning Discovery Hikes. These hikes allow adults a chance to watch the seasons change and to discover the many life forms in their own backyard. The slowly warming temperatures make this a great time to enjoy and learn about nature. These

walks focus on bird watching, trees, fungi identiﬁcation, and much more. Attendees are asked to bring a pair of binoculars if possible; otherwise some are available for loan. Hikes will be held rain or shine. If you have any questions about the Early Morning Discovery Hikes or any other program offered by the park district, call the Nature Center at (937) 548-0165 or visit the website at www.darkecountyparks.org.

GREENVILLE – The public computers at the Greenville Public Library will be down from March 6-10. New computers will

be installed during the week which will greatly enhance patrons’ computer use. The library is sorry for the inconvenience.

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MARIETTA – Marietta College’s Trevor Mescher of Versailles was part of a ﬁve-person team that competed in the Society of Petroleum Engineers’ PetroBowl in Denver, Colo. Marietta’s team placed ninth out of 24 teams. Mescher is majoring in Petroleum Engineering and

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