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Arnold announces acquisition of Ramco Will continue to operate in Greenville

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Arnold Magnetic Technologies Corporation (“Arnold”), a subsidiary of Compass Diversified (NYSE: CODI) and lead-

ing global manufacturer of high-performance magnets, magnetic assemblies, precision thin metals and highly loaded composites today announced that it has acquired Ramco Electric Motors, Inc. (“Ramco”), manufacturer of stators, rotors, and full electric motors. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Ramco is a AS9100 Certified Company for the manufacturer of stators, rotors

Arnold and its operations will remain in Greenville. This transaction further advances Arnold’s strategic priorities to deliver new materials and engineered Ramco Electric Motors, Inc. in Greenville was recently aquired by solutions that empower Arnold Magnetic Technologies Coporation, a subsidary of Compass customers to develop next Diversified. Ramco will remain on Jaysville-St. Johns Road just outside generation technologies. By of Greenville. acquiring Ramco, Arnold expands an already diverse industrial, aerospace and and full electric motors. product offering with defense, and oil and gas Ramco was founded in industry leading electric 1987 and is based in Green- end-markets. motor solutions capaRamco will continue to ville, Ohio. Ramco supbilities. In addition, Ramco operate under its brand plies their custom electric brings deep relationships motor solutions for general name as a division of

with a number of strategic customers that utilize its capabilities in applications across various markets including industrial, military and aerospace. “Over the past 125 years, Arnold has successfully evolved and adapted its technologies and manufacturing presence to provide world-class quality products and service to our customers,” said See ARNOLD | 3A

Health Dept. hosting vaccine clinic March 20 Staff report

GREENVILLE — In order to meet school immunization requirements, the Darke County Health Department will be hosting a vaccine clinic from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 20, at the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities, located at 5844 Jaysville St. Johns Road, Greenville. This clinic will run while supplies last. Students currently in 6th and 11th grade who attend Darke County Schools should have received a letter sent to their home during the past couple weeks. The letter invites students to receive the needed vaccines during the upcoming Health Department clinic and also outlines the requirements. The requirements include two vaccines for incoming 7th See VACCINE | 3A

Darke County Chamber to host agri-business event Staff report

DARKE COUNTY — The Darke County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Agri-Business Event on March 19, 2021, at noon. The speaker will be Dr. Cathann A. Kress of The Ohio State University. Dr. Kress serves as Vice President for Agricultural Administration and Dean, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) at The Ohio State University since May 2017. Dean Kress has responsibility for leadership of the college which also comprises OSU Extension, research centers including the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, and the Agricultural Technical Institute in Wooster. She is also a full professor within the See CHAMBER | 3A

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A proposed series of water and sewer rate increases will be considered again March 16, after the ordinance was tabled Tuesday night by Greenville City Council.

Council tables water, sewer rate hike measure Will be considered again March 16 By Erik Martin

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GREENVILLE — Debate will continue as Greenville City Council tabled a rate increase on water and sewer services during council’s meeting Tuesday night. The proposed ordinance calls for water rates to increase 50 percent effective May 1, 2021, and an

regarding the proposed rate hikes. Greenville resident Danadditional 18 percent Nov. iel Eichelberger voiced his 1, 2021. Sewer rates would concerns with proposed increases, in light of the increase 25 percent May COVID-19 pandemic, 1, and 10 percent more though he said he was not on Nov. 1. The legislation opposed to addressing the would also have the city infrastructure needs. switch to monthly utili“Any major increase in ties billing, effective May 1. The ordinance has now utility rates are going to negatively impact myself, received three readings. During the public speak- my elderly in-laws that live ing portion of the meeting, within the city, a number of my friends,” he said. members of the commu“Please consider there’s a nity addressed council

lot of people still suffering through no fault of their own.” Connie Smith, who owns rental property within the city limits, told council the proposed utility increases will cause difficulties not only for Greenville residents, but also for landlords. “If that water [rate] goes up, that’s going to make it very difficult for me financially, because I can’t just See COUNCIL | 3A

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Feline Friday Adoptable ‘Cool Cats’

ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK DARKE COUNTY — Hopper, a three-year old Boxer Mix, is very sweet boy who knows how to sit, shake, and down. Hopper is very fond of treats, and doesn’t seem to mind the company of other dogs. Hopper weighs about 68 pounds and has been given his Lepto/Parvo/Distemper and Bordetella vaccines. He is heartworm negative, and has been dewormed. The adoption fee is $80, cash or check. Dog “meet and greets” are encouraged when considering a new, four-legged addition to the family! The Darke County Animal Shelter, located at 5066 County Home Road in

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DARKE COUNTY — “Cool cats,” both full grown and kittens, are just waiting to be adopted into loving homes, and are available now at the Darke County Humane Society, located at 7053 OH-49, in Greenville. One fun cool cat fact is the “purr”-ing sound made by kittens and cats. Purring most often expresses relaxation and contentment with their surroundings. However, felines are very expressive pets, and often purr to communi-

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cate with their human companions, signalling hunger, desire for attention and affection, or sometimes, distress.

Toni is a one-and-a-half year old female Domestic Shorthair. Toni is a very friendly and playful cat who would make a good companion. Come out to the Darke County Humane Society and meet these fabulous Toni felines. Shelter hours are: Mon. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Tues. (11 a.m. to “Mama” cats often purr to their kittens, as if sing- 5 p.m.) Weds. (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Fri. (11 a.m. to ing a lullaby. Oakley is two-year-old 5 p.m.), Sat.(11 a.m. to 4 p.m.). For more inforfemale Domestic Shortmation, see the Darke hair with a calico look who is a little shy at first, County Humane Society’s but is an affectionate cat Facebook page, or call 937-548-1009. who loves to be petted.

‘Buzzing’ signals Brood X cicadas return Staff report

DARKE COUNTY — Exciting news has been “buzzing” around lately because the cicadas are coming! This year is a special year, Brood X, 17-year periodical cicadas will emerge as well as our annual dog day cicadas. These cicadas are ½”-1” smaller in size than our annual cicadas. They are also black and orange in color compared to the greenish colored cicadas we’re used to seeing. Brood X cicadas will emerge when the soil at four inches depth reaches approximately 64 degrees, usually after a nice warm rain.

In wet, muddy areas when preparing to emerge, the nymphs will form mud chimneys that prevent their hole from backfilling. These mud chimneys are a sign of where cicadas are under the ground and that they will be emerging soon. The cicada life cycle has three stages: eggs, nymphs, and adults. After spending a long period underground as nymphs, the cicadas will emerge and molt one last time before becoming adults. Adult cicadas don’t bite, and have one mission: reproduce as quickly as possible. What better way to woo a mate than to sing at the top or your lungs,

or in a cicada’s case, at the top of their tymbal? Cicadas have a special organ, the tymbal, that they flex to produce the loud buzzing noise we’re familiar with. All of Brood X will emerge in the same week or two, meaning it will be cicada mania! Don’t worry, cicadas aren’t locusts which means they don’t have chewing mouth parts, so garden crops are safe. Cicadas have sucking, straw-like mouth parts that they use to pierce trees and eat fluids from tree twigs and woody shrubs. Typically, any damage to trees from cicadas comes from the egg laying

process. Mature trees will experience very minimal damage from cicadas, however, if planning to plant a new tree this spring, it might be best to wait until after the cicadas have passed through. Cover young trees with netting will prevent cicadas from laying eggs in the branches. This phenomenon won’t happen again for another 17 years, in 2038. While they may be noisy, cicadas are beneficial. They prune mature trees, aerate the soil, and once they die, their bodies serve as an important source of nitrogen for growing trees. They also provide a food source for animals with

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Brood X, 17-year periodical black and orange cicadas, will emerge when the soil at four inches depth reaches approximately 64 degrees, usually after a nice warm rain. While they may be noisy, cicadas are beneficial, pruning mature trees and aerating the soil.

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When the ordinance was brought up for a vote, Councilman Clarence Godwin motioned From page 1A to table the ordinance, go in and raise their rent and council approved the because I have a binding motion by a vote of 4 to contract with them,” she 2. The ordinance will be considered again under said. old business at council’s Jan Clay, a renter next meeting, March 16. in Greenville, also Tuesday’s meeting expressed his worries about the rate increases. also saw Councilwoman Delores Ely, represent“If the rates go up, ing the city’s 2nd Ward, you’re going to drive seated on council. Ely people like me out of was selected to fill the the city, out of the community. I’m not sure how remaining term of the that’s going to benefit the late Councilwoman Dori Howdieshell, who passed community as a whole,” away in January. he said. Greenville City Council Mayor Steve Willman, who said he sympathizes meets the first and third with residents facing rate Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Due to COVIDincreases, nonetheless 19 precautions, meetings said the hikes were necare currently being conessary. ducted via ZOOM. The “Our water rates are public is invited to view at a place where we are barely operating without these meetings live or the following day on the City a major problem,” he said. “If we have a major of Greenville Ohio YouTube channel. water line break, that type of thing, we could To contact Darke County Media run into some serious Editor Erik Martin, email emartin@ problems, where we aimmediamidwest.com or call could run out of money 937.569.4312. to fix those problems.”

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FFA delivers to Versailles Health Care Center VERSAILLES — In years past, the Versailles FFA would visit the nursing home monthly to visit with the residents and give them snacks while doing activities with them. Because of COVID-19, however, the FFA members are unable to come in contact with the residence. But Versailles FFA has continued to do special activities for the staff and residents. As part of National FFA week, on Tuesday, Feb. 23, the Versailles FFA delivered St Patrick’s Day craft bags for the residents to make on their own and snack bags that included cheese and meat and chocolate chip cream cheese cookie bars.

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expand its reach, and our employees and customers will benefit from Arnold’s increased scale, From page 1A commitment to growth and expertise.” Dan Miller, President “With the acquisition & CEO of Arnold. “By augmenting our technical of an industry leader know-how and engineer- like Ramco, Arnold is continuing to execute ing capabilities with Ramco’s complementary its strategy to become product portfolio, we will a leading technologybased, engineering solumove up the technology tions company,” said ladder and be able to Elias Sabo, Chief Execuoffer more comprehensive, turnkey solutions to tive Officer of CODI. “Arnold and Ramco are our customers. We have naturally complementary a clear line of sight to future growth opportuni- businesses and, together, are more competitive in ties through partnering the marketplace – offerwith Ramco’s talented ing significant opportuteam.” nity to gain market share “Arnold shares our and acquire new customdeep commitment to ers. We look forward technological innovato partnering with the tion and we believe that Arnold and Ramco teams together, we can best to integrate their capasupport our combined bilities and realize the customer base,” said full benefits of this transDan Seger, President action, and we remain of Ramco. “As part of confident in the future of Arnold, Ramco will Arnold’s business.” have the opportunity to

GREENVILLE — St. Mary’s Catholic School has announced the students who have achieved second quarter awards for the 20202021 school year. Students achieving First Honors, Grade 8, were Kaitlin Combs, Adam Edwards, Ashton Noggle, Mason Pierri, Callie Pope, Trey Rammel, and Lauren Schmitmeyer; Grade 7, were Isabel Badell, Drew Beisner, Ethan Jones, Brooklyn Kreusch, Coleman McNulty, Gabe Rammel, Libby Stout, and Rachael Wright; Grade 6, were Sami Elam, Eva Kramer, Kendall Kreusch, Clair Rammel, Leah Schmitmeyer, and Kaitlyn Tollefson; Grade 5, were Dylan Jones and Erin Winner. Students achieving Second Honors, Grade 7, were Ava Glass,Gabi Hartzell, and Lexie Shoop; Grade 6, were Tristan Bey-Russell and Isaac Winner; Grade 5, were Scarlet McNulty, Hudson Pierri, and Cullen Schmidt. Students achieving Excellence in Personal Development, Grade 8, were Kaitlin Combs, Adam Edwards, Ashton Noggle, Mason Pierri, Callie Pope,

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February 2021 Students of the Month from Arcanum High School are Nicholas Fry and Brooklyn Haney. Selections were made by the faculty on the basis of accountability, honesty, and service demonstrated at Arcanum High School. Brooklyn and Nicholas were nominated because of the accountability, honor, and service that they demonstrate at AHS. Nicholas was nominated because of the accountability and effort that he shows each day in class. He holds himself to a high standard of excellence. Brooklyn was selected because of her effort and service to others each day in class. She is always well prepared and is willing to help others be the best that they can be. The Student of the Month program is sponsored by Chick-Fil-A and McDonald’s.

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BERNEICE A. BALTES NEW WESTON — Berneice A. Baltes, forever known as Eldora Speedway’s First Lady, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at her home in New Weston at the age of 93. She was born on August 29, 1927, in St. Henry, Ohio, to the late Ferdinand and Isabella (Tobe) Moeller. In addition to her parents, Berneice was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Baltes, whom she married April 26, 1947; her brother, David Moeller; her brothers-in-law, Nicholas, Ralph and James Baltes; and her sisters-in-laws, Zelma Ernst, Rita Condon and Bertha Siegrist. Berneice was a classy lady and enjoy tending to the landscape, especially her flowers. Berneice, and her husband, Earl, started Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio, where she managed the concessions for nearly 50 years and operated the Eldora Ballroom. She loved auto racing and the racing fans. Berneice was a member of the Dayton Auto Racing Fans and the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame. She was named the “Woman of the Year” by U.S.A.C race organization. Berneice had a love for music, especially Big Band. She was a

lady of faith and an active member of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Burkettsville, where she was a part of the St. Bernard Lady’s Guild. Berneice is survived by her children, Starr (Joe) Schmitmeyer, and Terry (Dee) Baltes; her grandchildren, Chad, Tess, Joey, Josh, Kate, and Tish; her 13 great-grandchildren; her brother, Norman (Pat) Moeller, and her sister, Jeanette Fullenkamp; her sister-in-law, Susie Barga; and numerous nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Wednesday, March 3, 2021, 10:30 a.m., at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Burkettsville, with Father John Tonkin and Father Santiago Gaynor as concelebrants. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery. The family will receive guests Tuesday, March 2, 2021, from 4 until 8 p.m., and again Wednesday, from 9 until 9:45 a.m., at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, 1000 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Memorial contributions may be given to the D.A.R.F. Injured Drivers Fund, 1361 Edinburg Drive, Troy, Ohio 45373. Online condolences may be shared with family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

CARSON HENRY BONER GREENVILLE — On March 9, 2009, the world got a little brighter when Carson H. Boner was born in Greenville, Ohio, to Tyler Boner and the late Kayla Schaefer. In his 11 years on earth, he showed everyone who knew him what it meant to be a caring, loving person, with a big heart and silly sense of humor. He was in 6th grade at Greenville Middle School, where he had played football and was in the band. When he wasn’t at school, he liked to be outdoors, and go fishing and exploring; he was “fearlessly adventurous.” Carson loved to show others things he had learned, especially teaching his little brothers. He liked to play video games, loved animals, and hanging out with his family and friends. He received his angel wings on February 26, 2021, and although we were not ready for him to leave, the memories we have with him will be cherished, always. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his uncle Thomas (Little Tommy) Boner; grandpa, Howard (Little Howie) Schaefer III; greatgrandparents, Gary Bickel, Bobby Dynes, Mike Rihm, Phil and Cora Boner, and Mick Sowry.

He leaves behind his father, Tyler Boner; older sister, Hayli Boner; two younger brothers, Zephyr and Jaxson Boner; aunts and uncles, John and MaKenzie Boner, Kody and Lydia Schaefer, Alexander Parkman, and Evan Singleman; cousins, Sarah Boner, Christopher Boner, and Adalee Boner; grandparents, Jackie and Daniel Wittler, Tom and Tracy Boner, and Laura Schaefer; great-grandparents, Donna Dynes, Connie Rihm, Alice Sowry, Howard Schaefer II and Kathy Schaefer, Deb and Joe Lusczek; and numerous other family and friends. Friends may call on the family Friday, March 5, 2021, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Funeral service to be held Saturday, March 6, 2021, at 10 a.m., with Pastor Josh Beven presiding. The family will receive friends from 9 a.m. until the start of the service. Burial to follow in Greenville Union Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the “Go Fund Me” in Carson’s name, or to the funeral home. Online sympathies www. zecharbailey.com.

SILVERS NEW PARIS — Ralph Junior Silvers, 98, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021, at home surrounded by his family. Private services will be held at the convenience of the his family. Burial will follow in Springlawn Cemetery in New Paris. Ralph’s family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with his final arrangements. Condolences at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

NEW MADISON — Richard Skillman Shives, age 92, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully Friday, February 26, 2021, 2:34 a.m., at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Dick was born November 8, 1928 in Elroy, Ohio, to the late Leonard L. and Larie (Skillman) Shives. In addition to his parents, Dick was also preceded in death by his wife, the love of his life, Betty Eileen (Detamore) Shives on December 27, 2020, whom he married September 5, 1953. Dick retired in 2003 after 45 years from Farmers State Bank in New Madison as CEO, president and Director. Bank customers could always rely on being greeted by Dick as they came in the bank. He knew and cared for all of his customers. Dick served his community and was a former member of the Darke

RICHARD SKILLMAN SHIVES County Welfare Board, New Madison School Board, Wayne Hospital Board, Hope Foundation and former Director of the Darke County Childrens Home. He was involved with the Sertoma Club, Kiwanis Club, 1959 Past Master of the Ansonia Masonic Lodge, and Scottish Rite/Shrine of Dayton. The Liars Club will miss his laugh at their annual meetings. He entered into the U.S. Army service in 1950 and served an extended tour of duty in Korea with Army Intelligence as a noncommissioned officer. Dick was married to Betty (Detamore) Shives for 67 years. He first met her as she was playing in a mud puddle at Hunchbarger’s Corner and first asked her to marry him in second grade. She finally gave in on September 5,

ARNOLD ERNEST MCFARLAND NEW MADISON — Arnold Ernest McFarland, 96, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio. He was born February 25, 1924, in Dublin, Indiana, to the late James and Emma (Sweet) McFarland. In addition to his parents, Arnold was preceded in death by his wife, Annie (Hancock) McFarland, whom he married June 8, 1947; four brothers; and one sister. Arnold served his country honorably in the United States Army, serving in the European Theater during WWII as a 1st Lieutenant in the 80th infantry division. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons for more than 50 years, the AASR Valley of

Dayton, and the American Legion. He retired in April 1985 from Con-Rail after a 40-year career in the railroad industry. Arnold is survived by his four sons, Larry, Rodney, Dale and Bruce McFarland; and his granddaughter, Megan McFarland. Private burial, with military honors provided by the Greenville Honor Guard, in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison, will be held at the convenience of his family. Memorial contributions may be made to Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143, P.O. Box 44, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Arnold’s family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with his final arrangements. Online condolences may be left for Arnold’s family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

1953, (17 years later). Their relationship was filled with laughter and love. He is survived by sons, John (Rene Benanzer) Shives and David (Jill Waymire) Shives both of Greenville; daughter, Anne (John) Hoenes of Centerville; seven grandchildren, Emily (Jay) Hartman, Rachel (Nathan) Silknitter, Margaret Shives, Clint Shives, Ashley (Dustin) Yount, Mary Hoenes and Andrew Hoenes; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Jackie Ray (Jan Drew) Shives; and numerous nieces and nephews. He and Betty began collecting and restoring antiques early in their marriage. If it was wood, his kids and grandkids knew their “Pa” could fix it. Working on his farm, raising and caring for his horses and dogs, or just having barbeques beside

the pool are all memories his children and grandchildren enjoy. As they knew Pa was the “Champion of Elroy” in any game they played with him. A celebration of Dick’s life will be held Wednesday, March 3, 2021, 11 a.m., at Castine Church 624 St. Rt. 127, Arcanum, with Pastor Andrew Costa officiating. Burial will follow in Teegarden Cemetery with full military honors conducted by the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends Tuesday, from 6 to 8 p.m., and Wednesday morning, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care Hospice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

GUADALUPE ‘LUPE’ SELF GREENVILLE — Guadalupe “Lupe” Self, 81, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away early Sunday morning, February 28, 2021, at Ayden Healthcare in Greenville. She was born October 28, 1939, in Brownsville, Texas, to the late Seferino and Anita (Izeguirre) Castro. In addition to her parents, Lupe was preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Self; her son, Eugene Self; her sisters, Rosa Cuevas, and Tiburcia “Butch” Garza; and her brother, Seferino Castro. Lupe is survived by her husband of 61 years, Martin Self, whom she married November 9, 1959; her son, David Self; her grandchildren, Kelly Spahr, Shelly Spahr,

Samantha Voisard, Brandy Hill, Maria Self, David Self, Lacrisha Brandt, Mason Self, and Grace Self; her great-grandchildren, Christian Spahr, Martina Spahr, Josalyn Capps, Isabella Capps, Haillie Bush, Mcayla Bush, Hudson Brandt, Harrison Brandt, Lilly Alston, Kylie Hill, Kearra Hill, and Ty Hill. She is also survived by her sisters, Irma Villarreal, Anita Garibay, Connie Flores, and Antonia Armendariz. A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of Lupe’s family. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be left for Lupe’s family by visiting www. tributefuneralhomes.com.

MARGARET LEONA SMITH NEW MADISON — Margaret Leona Smith, 86, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away early Sunday morning, February 28, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born September 19, 1934, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Earl and Glenna (Rowland) Rodgers. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 2012, whom she married July 9, 1952; her sisters, Phyllis O’Brien, and Earlene Thomas; and her brothers, James and Mark Phillips. Margaret was born and raised in Richmond, Indiana. After she and Ralph

married, they moved to Ohio. She worked at Westinghouse, retiring after 20 years. Following her retirement, she worked at the famous Fort Black Buffet in New Madison for 24 years, where she was known for her pot pie. Margaret was a member of the New Madison United Methodist Church and looked forward to the Thursday night dinners with the ladies from church. Margaret is survived by her children, Teresa Clark and her husband, Steve, of Greenville, Ohio, Scott Smith and his wife, JoBeth, of Fairfield Glade, Ten-

VOSKUHL GREENVILLE — Richard Jacob Voskuhl, age 75, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Sat., Feb. 27, 2021, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Fri., March 5, 2021, 11 a.m., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville. Burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Visitation Thurs., March 4, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m., with Rosary at 7 p.m., and Fri., from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville. Condolences at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

nessee, and Kris Smith and his wife, Rebecca, of Shamong, New Jersey; her grandchildren, Tracy Burns and his wife, Amy, Heidi Brinley and her husband, Josh, Chloe Smith, Bryant Smith, Katie Garvin and her husband, Bryan, Drew Meythaler, Shannon Clark and his wife Brittany; her greatgrandchildren, Samantha and Claire Burns, Christopher, Caleb and Cole Brinley, Annabelle, Evelyn, and Timothy Garvin, and Navie, Island, and Castle Clark. Margaret also leaves behind her pet and pal, Gizmo, who has been her faithful companion after

Ralph passed away. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of her family at Glen Haven Memorial Cemetery in Boston, Indiana. Margaret’s family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with her final arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Darke County Humane Society, 7053 OH 49, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or New Madison United Methodist Church, 149 N. Main Street, New Madison, Ohio 45346. Online condolences may be shared with Margaret’s family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

RUCKER DAYTON — Michelle Deem Rucker, age 45, of Dayton, Ohio, and formerly of New Madison, passed away Sat., Feb. 27, 2021, 5:05 p.m., at her residence. Funeral Services will be held Tues., March 9, 2021, 3 p.m., in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio. Visitation Tues., from 1 p.m. until time of the services. Burial in the Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison. Condolences at www.zecharbailey.com.

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sentenced to 9 months in prison. Once again, the judgment entry stated that community control sanctions (no prison), does not demean the severity of A couple of months ago, I wrote asking the offense. It goes on to say that commuthe community a question. That question nity control should be for a “non-violent was, “when is enough, enough?” A couple offender.” Maybe I am reading too far into this (sarcasm), but how much more months have since past and I have concluded that in Darke County, enough has violent does a person need to be? Three felony convictions of Assault is now connot yet been enough. sidered non-violent by our court system? In my earlier release, I brought up It is time to take a stand. the case of a late twenties female, that Who stands with the victims in these was filed on September 23, 2020; the cases? According to Ohio Law, the prosoffender in this case punched two ecutor’s office is required to confer with Greenville Police Officers and then bit the victim in assault cases. I can only a paramedic from the Greenville Township Fire Department. The Darke County guess that not all of the victims in this case were spoken to or I would hope that Common Pleas Court initially released her on her own recognizance (no bond). the case would have been presented in a different manner by the prosecutor’s On March 1, 2021, the offender in this case appeared for sentencing after plead- office. Which brings up another good ing guilty. The offender pleaded, and was question for us to ask ourselves, where found guilty, of two counts of assault on a was the victim’s rights advocate? Why peace officer and one count of assault on were the victims not talked to, in accordance with “Marcy’s Law,”? I personally a EMS personnel. All three charges are felonies of the fourth-degree. All three of have addressed these issues with the these charges have a maximum penalty of prosecutor’s office in hopes that this won’t be an issue in the future. 18 months per count and a $5,000 fine. Things are getting out of hand, violent In total, the maximum sentence would be up to 54 months in prison and up to a offenders are walking the streets and they are making an unsafe Darke County. $15,000 fine. This isn’t an issue of law enforcement not When the offender in this case doing their job, this is a case of the prosappeared in court she was sentenced ecutor’s office and the court not doing to the following: five days in jail with theirs. It is time to hold elected officials two days credit (yes, she was sentenced accountable. It’s time to ensure that to a mere 3 days in the county jail); 30 Darke County will be a safe place to live days of house arrest, with work release privileges; must report to probation; pay and to raise a family. court costs within 12 months; complete Mark Ater 100 hours of community service, among Union City, Ohio, police chief several other meager requirements as Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the set forth by the court. In this case, if author. The Daily Advocate/Early Bird does not endorse the offender is found in violation of the these viewpoints or the independent activities of the sentencing orders, the offender could be author.

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vehicle and her purse had been dumped out and her WARRANT wallet was missing. Police advised that she put a hold February 27, 3:15 p.m.: Tejon Randall was arrested on her bank cards and a report was taken. on a warrant on the original charge of theft. Randall was transported to the TRAFFIC Darke County Jail and held March 1, 1:18 a.m.: on a bond of $1,025. Police conducted a traffic February 28, 12:29 a.m.: stop on a vehicle driven by Jeromy Kiser was arrested Sean Reason, who officers on a warrant for a nonknew to have a suspended compliance driver’s license drivers license in Indiana. suspension after being Reason was issued citapulled over on Martin tions for driving under Street near St. Rt. 127. suspension and fictitious plates. The vehicle was towed, and the plates were THEFT taken into police property. March 1, 12:27 p.m.: Officers responded to the Greenville police departDRUGS ment in reference to a March 3, 3:13 a.m.: woman who had reported Police conducted a traffic a theft that had occurred a stop on St. Rt. 118 street few days prior. She advised near Berkshire Drive. that she entered her Officers were suspicious

GREENVILLE — The Board of Education of the Greenville City School District, Darke County, Ohio, has called a Regular meeting of said Board of Education, Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 6:30 p.m., in the Commons area at the K-8 building, 1111 North Ohio Street, Greenville. The purpose of the meeting is to present any business that may come before the board. PLEASE NOTE: Individuals wishing to attend must comGREENVILLE — The Record Commis- ply with a health check (temperature) and social distancing measures, a mask sion for the City of Greenville will hold is also recommended. its first meeting for 2021 on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at 1 p.m. in the Planning and Zoning Conference Room, 100 Public Square, Greenville.

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DARKE COUNTY — Community Blood Center (CBC) will be conducting blood drives in Darke County at the following locations and dates: ARCANUM — The Arcanum-Butler Gordon Grace United Methodist Local Board of Education will hold its Church will host a community blood Regular Board of Education Meeting on the second Thursday, March 11, 2021, at drive Monday, March 8 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 311 East Street, Gordon. 7 p.m. in the Board of Education Office. The Women of the Moose Chapter of the Greenville Moose Lodge will sponsor a community blood drive Tuesday, March 9 from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Greenville Church of the Brethren, 421 Central Avenue, Greenville. GREENVILLE — The West Central Midmark Corp. and the Versailles Ohio Gourd Patch will hold its first meetcommunity will sponsor a COVID-19 ing of the year at The Shawnee Prairie, Convalescent Plasma drive Thursday, 44267 St. Rt. 502, Greenville, at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 11, 2021. We will be March 11 from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the sharing projects and ideas for the crafting Versailles Knights of Columbus Hall, of gourds. Visitors and new members are 8440 St. Rt. 47, Versailles. Donate at the Versailles Area Pride always welcome. Refreshments will be and Progress Association community served. We hope to see you there. blood drive Monday, March 15 from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Versailles Knights of Columbus Hall, 8440 State Route 47, Versailles. Everyone who registers to donate gets the new “Donor Shenanigans” MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL, Minn. T-shirt plus free COVID-19 antibody — Landen Fraylick, of New Madison, a testing. Make an appointment at www. sophomore at the College of Design, has DonorTime.com or call 937-461-3220. been named to the 2020 fall semester Dean’s List at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must complete 12 or more letter-graded credits while attaining a 3.66 grade point average. WEST MILTON — Even though the Milton-Union Alumni Association had to cancel the 2021 Alumni Banquet, the association is still going to publish a newsletter. Anyone willing to help with preparing it for mailing is encouraged WILLIAMSBURG, Ky. — University to meet at Hoffman United Methodist of the Cumberlands wishes to congratuChurch on Thursday, April 8, at 9 a.m. late Angela Kimball of Arcanum, Ohio, The address is 201 S. Main Street, West on earning her Master of Arts degree in Milton. Addiction Counseling and Clinical MenThis is an opportunity to help out the tal Health Counseling in fall 2020. Alumni Committee as well as visit with other M-U Alumni. Please wear a mask. There will be room to social distance. For further information call Nancy Studebaker at 937-698-9967. COLUMBUS — Payton Niekamp, of Versailles, has been named to the autumn semester Dean’s List at Columbus State Community College. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher and be enrolled for DARKE COUNTY — Judge Julie six or more credit hours. L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, reported on the case statistics of the court for February 2021. There were 258 new cases filed in the Darke County Municipal Court in February 2021. The cases are broken down as follows: 47 criminal, 12 O.M.V.I., 90 NORTH MANCHESTER, Ind. — other traffic and 109 civil cases. There Manchester University congratulates were 268 cases terminated/disposed of 382 undergraduate students who were named to the Fall 2020 Dean’s List. Darke in February 2021. For more information, contact Judge County students include: Genesis Malin of Greenville, majoring in criminal justice Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, Darke County Courthouse, and psychology; Madison Shepard of Greenville, majoring in elementary educa- 504 South Broadway, Suite 7, Greenville, OH 45331. Telephone 937-547tion; and Noah Vanhorn of Greenville, 7340. majoring in history.

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of drug activity and a K9 unit was called to the scene. A white bottle, known to hold drugs, was located and sent to the lab for testing. The driver advised the vehicle nor the substance was his. Charges are pending from the prosecutor’s office until lab results come in.

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MISCELLANEOUS February 24, 12:31 p.m.: Officers responded to Greenville National Bank to take a report on a possible instance of unemployment fraud. The bank referenced a possible scheme where unemployment benefits were being routed through the institution. The officer spoke with the prosecutor’s office who reviewed the details.

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Trey Rammel, Lauren Schmitmeyer, Eli WhiteShappie, and Molly White-Shappie; Grade 7,

& function, reading & interpreting a nursery catalog and landscape design in which the students were furnished a landscape drawing and were asked to answer six objective questions about the design using a calculator and architects ruler. A special thanks to Brad and Larry Lokai for working with and assisting with the contest. Congratulations!

Glass, Kendall Kreusch, Clair Rammel, Leah Schmitmeyer, and Kaitlyn Tollefson; Grade 5, were James Enicks, Karrah Hayslip, Dylan Jones, Scarlet McNulty, Chelsea Smith, Erin Winner, and Aaron Wright.

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Left to right are Xavier Miller, Grifon Miller and Kaiden Miller, part of the 9th placed State Nursery/ Landscape Team.

were Isabel Badell, Drew Beisner, Ava Glass, Gabi Hartzell, Will Hartzell, Ethan Jones, Brooklyn Kreusch, Coleman McNulty, Gabe Rammel, Lexie Shoop, Libby Stout, and Rachael Wright; Grade 6, were Sami Elam, Eva

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GREENVILLE — The Board of Elections’ Board members will meet at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Mar. 9, 2021, for its March regular meeting. The board meets in the office located at 300 Garst Avenue, Greenville.

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VERSAILLES — Congratulations to Wesley Gehret, Evan Groff, Cody Groff, Ayden Bergman, Lane Bergman, Carter Luthman, Trevor Luthman, Grifon Miller, Kaiden Miller and Xavier Miller for placing 9th overall in the State Nursery/Landscape contest over zoom in a two-day testing event. The team was led by Wesley, who placed 12th overall. This is the third year for Versailles FFA to compete in this contest. The Nursery/Landscape Content consists of: general knowledge test related to nursery/landscape, safety test focusing on landscape installation equipment, plant identification of 40 specimens from deciduous trees, shrubs and annuals, 40 specimens from evergreen trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and perennials, 40 specimens from weeds, insects, diseases, and turf, reading & interpreting grass seed label, irrigation identification

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playing a big part scoring 6 inside. Hunt added 4 points and Sagester a triple for a 28-19 lead at the break. “We try to get Meghan Downing involved early and get her active and paint and Rylee Sagester By Dale Barger DarkeCountyMedia.com engaged and when we do added 5 as well. that she produces big-time Russia countered inside throughout the course of TROY – The Lady Patri- with Katy Sherman and the game,” Gray stated Ella Hoehne scoring 4 ots took on Russia in a Despite the good play points each but also got rematch from the regular of Downing and the lead two triples one from Cece season only this time the at the break there were Borchers and the other stakes were higher with concerns for Tri-Village as Ashley Scott. a district title on the line. Morgan Hunt picked up her “They started the game The Patriots won the regu3rd foul and the Patriots extremely well against us lar season game 62-45 … were getting beat up on the but Russia came to play, in and offensively they’ve glass. the end Tri-Village was able struggled some this year “We had a very animated and was able to score a lot to win the rematch 52-43 discussion at halftime to secure their 5th straight early … but we remained District Championship and composed,” Tri-Village girls about rebounding the basketball, we knew for Russia coach Brad Gray said. move on to the Regional to beat us they would need The Patriots started off Semi-Finals. to beat us on the boards. I in a 2-3 zone and would Russia came out firing switch to a man-to-man and thought we relied way too matching everything TV much on Meghan to get did and when the first quar- it was enough to change ter ended the game was all the pace of the game in the rebounds and with Morgan getting in foul trouble she 2nd quarter holding Rustied at 14. wasn’t able to go hard and sia to just 5 points in the The Patriots leaned on get them,” Gray stated. 6’2” junior Meghan Down- period. Russia clawed their way TV added another 14 ing in the opening frame as points with Downing again to within 6 trailing 33-27 at she scored 5 points in the

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Rylee Sagester drills a 3-pointer to lead Tri-Village and all scorers with a game high 16 points in the team’s District Championship win over Russia.

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the 4:55 mark and looking to cut the margin to 4 when junior Delanee Gray dove on the floor while reaching up to get her hand on the ball and was able to tie up the Russia guard for a jump ball that would have been an easy lay-up. The Patriots then scored 7 straight points after two triples by Sagester and a free throw by Torie Richards to go up 40-27. Reese Goubeaux knocked down her only points in the game from behind the arch to make the score 40-30 TV heading into the final stanza. “We go up 13 and every single time it felt like we were pulling away they came down and hit a big 3,” Gray said. And the Raiders weren’t finished as they connected on two straight fielders at the start of the 4th quarter and had the score again down to 6 points. Back-to-back fielders by Downing and Hunt got the lead back to 44-34 only to see Russia again come up with a big time shot to keep TV from blowing it open. “We turned it over a couple of times and they got it down to 6. Then we get it back up to 10 and they (Russia) hit another big 3. Their kids played really well and kept responding to every run we made,” Gray praised. Russia added another bucket to cut the lead down to 5 points, 44-39 at the 3:33 mark.

The Lady Patriots Meghan Downing scores 2 of her 15 points for TriVillage in the team’s District Championship win over the Russia Lady Raiders.

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Hosler signs with Mount St. Joseph By Gaylen Blosser DarkeCountyMedia.com

PITSBURG – Franklin Monroe senior, Brendan Hosler the son of Travis and Danielle Hosler signed to play baseball for the NCAA Division III Mount St. Joseph Lions baseball program while continuing his education with studies in Special Education. “It has been my dream since I was a little boy and started playing baseball,” Hosler said. “It’s been the biggest goal in my life so far and I am really excited.” “Brendan has been a hard worker for us and he is going to do really well at Mount St. Josephs,” said Franklin Monroe baseball coach Tyler Zimmerman. “He is going to do really well at Mount St. Josephs.” “He is a good pitcher, has a lot of command of his stuff, real strong working inside the zone, inside and out,” added Zimmerman. “I believe he is going to be successful for them.” Mount St. Joseph is a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference including Anderson, Bluffton, Defiance, Earlham, Franklin, Hanover, Manchester, Rose-Hulman and Transylvania. The Lions closed out the 2019-2020 COVID season with a 4-6-1 record that included 32 cancellations with 28 consecutive cancellations bringing the

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Franklin Monroe’s Brendan Hosler signs with the Mount St. Joseph University baseball program. (L-R) Danielle Hosler (mother), Hosler, Travis Hosler (father).

season to an end. Franklin Monroe’s Hosler has his high school senior baseball season ahead of him where he not only pitches but is used as a position play as well while taking his turn at the plate. “Brendan is going to be playing a little bit at third base this year,” said Coach Zimmerman. “We might even use him behind the plate a little bit but his focus is pitching.” “Catching has helped me understand the game and understand the pitcher catcher relationship a little bit more, understanding how big of a deal it is to have a good catcher back there,” noted Hosler. “We have a great one – Gabe is a great catcher so having him the last couple of years has been really nice.” “Mount St. Joseph is looking at him as strictly a pitcher,” Zimmerman stated. “He is an athlete.

He can hit, he can play the field so if Mount St. Joseph has an opening and needs him, I’m sure he would be able to fill that void.” “I would like to maybe be given a shot but I think they would like to see me on the mound,” Hosler said of his hitting and fielding skills. “You never know so we’ll see what happens.” “I see him as a starter,” Zimmerman said. “He has good durability, he can go long sessions, I think of him as more of a long inning guy – 6-7 innings. He will be looking to find a spot on their rotation early on.” Coach Zimmerman believes Hosler has the tools, motivation and attitude to make an impact playing for Mount St. Joseph University. “Brendan is a real nice kid,” he said. “Easy to coach, takes instructions well, takes criticism well

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the game closing the door on any Russia comeback for the 52-43 win. From page 6A “What a great game by Russia and coach TV was needing a score bad and to the sur- Timmerman, he does prise of many, including a great job of scouting us and taking away the coach Gray, it was his daughter who gave them things we like to do. His kids played well and the juice they needed. Delanee Gray received that’s a credit to him and a pass in the deep corner his team,” Gray complimented after the game. and without hesitation “We feel very fortulofted it, despite the nate, we didn’t play a verbal commands from great basketball game coach and father Brad today … but we played Gray. well enough to win and “Terrible shot, I was yelling no, no, no, when now we get to move on the ball was in her hands and play again,” Gray concluded. … and like she often Rylee Sagester led in does, she didn’t listen to points with 16, Meghan dad and took the shot. I’m so glad she knocked Downing had 15, 9 it down. She’s a kid who rebounds and 5 blocked shots and Morgan Hunt needs confidence and that was a big-time shot added 11 points. and I’m happy for her,” Box Scores: Gray beamed. Score by Quarters: Once again the RaidRussia 14 … 05 … 11 … 13 ers responded with - 43 another triple by Cece Tri-Village 14 … 14 … 12 … Borchers to make the 12 - 52 score 47-42. Team Scoring: By this time though Russia: Sherman 11, the clock was starting Borchers 11, Hoehne 11, to work against Russia Goubeaux 3, Scott 3, with under 2 minutes to Francis 2, Puthoff 4: Totals:6-10-5/8 – 43 play and they would be forced to foul only to see TV: Sagester 16, Gray 3, Hunt 11, Downing 15, TV put the game away at Richards 5, Bennett 2; the free throw line. Totals: 5-12-13/16 – 52 TVwas 13-for-16 in

and just works hard. He is one of those guys that is there all winter before we even start real practices, just working trying to get better.” “The first year is going to be a lot of learning, taking it all in but hopefully by my second and third year I’ll be helping the team win and getting us to the playoffs,” Hosler stated. “My goal is to be a starter and to be top three in the rotation at least by my sophomore year and try to do what I can as a freshman.” “I command the zone pretty well,” he added. “I throw a lot of off speed and that is where I can get a lot of hitters out with my off speed and my location.” Hosler took time to thank the many that helped him reach his goal of taking his baseball skills to the next level. “I want to thank my parents,” Hosler said. “My dad coaching me since I was young, my mom has always motivated me, all the staff here at the school – they have done a phenomenal job. The coaches have put me in the positions to succeed all throughout my life and of course my teammates. My teammates mean the world to me. All those people have helped me get to where I am today.” Contact Darke County Media Sports Editor Gaylen Blosser at gblosser@ aimmediamidwest.com or 937-5690122

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CLAYTON – The Versailles Tigers advanced in OHSAA DIII tournament play with a 66-56 win over the Preble Shawnee Arrows. “Our kids are excited to be moving on,” said Versailles coach, Travis Swank. “We really never gave up on ourselves at all throughout the year – definitely wasn’t a successful season like we expected it to be. We had a lot of adversity early in the year, a lot of inexperience at the varsity level. Those kids never gave up on themselves, their teammates, the coaches and that is huge. Our kids want to play into March and that is what we are going to do.” Behind the first period scoring of Versailles junior Jaydon Litten, the Tigers jumped out to a 17-12 lead over Preble Shawnee with Litten knocking down three 3-pointers while going 2-2 at the charity stripe to lead the Tigers with 11 points in the opening quarter. Versailles took period No. 2 by a 15-13 score with Litten burying his fourth triple of the night, hitting his first 2-point basket of the game and making 1-1 at the line sending the teams to the break with the Tigers leading 32-25. “We tried to man them up early on and got in foul trouble a little bit early,” said Swank. “We went to our 2-3 zone and that seemed to bother them for a good while. That’s where we made a little bit of a run in the first half.” The Tigers pushed its lead to 47-35 at 1:25 in the third with the teams closing out third quarter play with Versailles 1-point better outscoring the Arrows 17-16 to lead 49-41 with one period to play. Versailles got balanced third quarter scoring with five players making the scorebook led by sophomore Connor Stonebraker’s 5 points including a 3-pointer, 4 points each from Jared DeMange and Jaydon Litten and 2 points apiece from Eli and Noah McEldowney. Period No. 4 saw Preble Shawnee make it a 4 point game with 4:58 showing before Versailles stepped up play at both ends of the court with Stonebraker making his defensive presence known and Jaydon Litten nailing his fifth triple of the night while going 5-6 at the line giving the Tigers a 10 point victory punching its ticket to the district championship game. “We threw zone-man and the box-and-one in the second half on Shrout so we kind of threw everything at them,” Swank stated. “Luckily we came out of here with a 10 point win.” “Connor (Stonebraker) got some key rebounds in the second half,” continued Coach Swank. “He frustrated them for a good stretch there in the second half with his size and his athleticism. They

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Jaydon Litten scores 2 of his game high 29 points to lead the Versailles Tigers to third round OHSAA DIII tournament win over the Preble Shawnee Arrows.

Connor Stonebraker scores for Versailles in the Tigers tournament win over Preble Shawnee.

were taking away a lot of things in the middle and they were really keying on Connor to take away his presence inside the post but we had other guys step up and were able to get to the basket as well. This is a team game and this was definitely a team win here tonight.” Jaydon Litten led Versailles and all scorers with a game high 29 points. Preble Shawnee freshman, Mason Shrout led the Arrows with 25 points and Shawnee senior captain Bryce Singleton added 19 points in his final game. “Very good skill out there on the floor tonight,” noted Coach Swank. “The Shrout kid and the Singleton kid – they are loads and that is why they have had such a successful year. They do a lot of good things offensively but we have some kids that can put the ball into the basket ourselves.” “Jaydon (Litten) had a really great night here tonight – shot extremely well and then we had three other guys hovering around double figures,” Swank added. “We talked about that all year. We need three guys around double digits every single night to compete. I was told that from Scott McEldowney a long time ago… you have three guys in double figures there is a good chance you are going to win and we were right around that mark tonight.” Coach Swank talked about his team advancing to the District Championship game while sporting a subpar 10-14 season record. “Our schedule is probably one of the hardest for our division,” Swank said following the team’s

win. “We are not scared to go play anybody but the whole problem with this year, we have one varsity retuning and really Eli (McEldowney) didn’t see a lot of minutes last year as well so really this is his first full year.” “Everybody out there is learning on the fly and you cannot teach experience, you just got to go out there and earn it on the court,” continued McEldowney. “These guys really earned it this year through trials and tribulations throughout the whole year. It hasn’t been easy but I think that is what has gotten us to this point, having those failures early on and staying together has led us to the success now that we are obtaining here at the end of the season.” Versailles returns to the OHSAA DIII district championship game for the fifth consecutive season having won 2 championships and finished district runner-up 2 times. “This is our fifth year in a row going to district and I remember the two losses more than I remember the two wins,” Coach Swank concluded. “I don’t want that feeling again – it doesn’t leave a good taste in my mouth and I don’t want that taste for the kids.” Versailles plays Cincinnati’s Mariemont Warriors; 55-52 winners over Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy; Saturday, March 6th at Northmont High School with a 2 p.m. start time. BOXSCORE: VERSAILLES 66, PREBLE SHAWNEE 56 VERSAILLES – Jaydon Litten 29, J. DeMange 10, E. McEldowney 9, T. Jones 7, C. Stonebraker 7, N. McEldowney 2, Jocob Litten 2 – TOTALS 16 13-20 7 56 PREBLE SHAWNEE – M. Shrout 25, B. Singleton 19, D. Hatmaker 9, D. Campbell 2, X. Adams 1 – TOTALS 11 10-13 8 56 3-POINTERS Versailles 7 (Jaydon Litten 5, T. Jones 1, C. Stonebraker 1) Preble Shawnee 8 (M. Shrout 5, B. Singleton 2, D. Hatmaker 1) SCORE by QUARTERS: 17-15-17-17 66 Versailles 12-13-16-15 56 Preble Shawnee Contact Darke County Media Sports Editor Gaylen Blosser at gblosser@ aimmediamidwest.com or 937-5690122

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The musical Clark family (pictured left to right) are Castle, Shannon, Brittany, Nevaeh, and Island. Travelling as a family, the Clarks have all three children enrolled in the Ohio Connections Academy, an Ohio public online school option. The Clark’s band, Shannon Clark and the Sugar, captured international attention with their 2020 single, Carry Me.

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GREENVILLE — With the promise of sunnier days and milder weather, March signals the beginning of Ohio’s open enrollment and EdChoice options for the 2021-2022 school year, giving families a variety of educational alternatives to explore. While COVID has kept many students out of the tra-

ditional classroom, some Ohio families are taking a second look at the freedoms afforded by this new hybrid style of learning. For one Greenville family, going “non-traditional” has been the right choice, inspiring a unique blend of music, family and school, where the virtual classroom has become part of living and loving life. Meeting in 2004 while playing in bands and perform-

ing on stage, Darke County natives Shannon and Brittany Clark married, settled in Greenville, and welcomed their first daughter, Nevaeh. As their daughter grew, the couple began considering what kind of school options would work best for their growing family. By 2010, the Clarks took a chance on a new “hybrid” style of public See SWEET | 8B

American Legion 353 donates to Ansonia schools By Nathaniel Kubik DarkeCountyMedia.com

ANSONIA — The American Legion Post 353 in Ansonia made a $5,000 donation to Ansonia Local Schools on Monday evening. The donation was made to bolster the new $3 million pre-school and field house located directly behind the original school building. The donation will be primarily used for the athletic facility. The Ansonia Legion has made donations to the athletic facility in the past through the purchase of a large American flag displayed above the basketball courts in the facility. Matt Macy, Ansonia Athletic Director, stated that the legion has essentially paid for all of the weight lifting and other athletic equipment in the building. “I can’t thank the local legion post enough for their generous donations,” said Macy. “Whenever we need something, they’re always there to help. What they’ve done for our school and the kids is great, and their dedication to the Ansonia schools and community is nothing short of amazing.” Jim Kammer, spokesman for the Ansonia Legion Post, reiterated the primary goals of the legion’s charitable donations. He stated that the Ansonia post retains the focus of the wider American Legion family in their dedication to veteran’s affairs and rehabilitation, national security, Americanism, and children and youth. Kammer noted that the Ansonia post encompasses all four pillars, but are more heavily focused on children and youth. “One of our primary goals is to support the local youth, whether it be through donations to the school or elsewhere, we are here to help in anyway we can,” said Kammer. “All of us here today are Ansonia graduates, so we feel a sense of duty to the younger generations and we are always happy to help. Though See DONATES | 10B

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GREENVILLE — Local author and pastor Chris Cobb, also known by his pen name C.H. Cobb, recently released his new novel titled Pacific Threat (2020). The book, a work of fiction grounded in historical

events, is the fourth entry in Cobb’s Falcon Series, and chronicles events leading up to the 1991 Soviet coup attempt of Mikhail Gorbachev’s administration in hopes of preserving the last semblances of the U.S.S.R. The book can be purchased on Amazon, at the Bread of Life Bookstore in Greenville, and is

available for borrowing at Greenville Public Library. Cobb began taking his writing career seriously in 2002, and started by composing a 200,000 word sequel to a book written by famed American novelist and short story writer Louis L’Amour. Understandably, Cobb said, the L’Amour estate would not allow a sequel, but it was the beginning of his longform, novel style writings.

While deciding what to do with his manuscript, Cobb wrote Outlander Chronicles: Phoenix, which in 2011 became his first published novel. The sequel to Phoenix, Outlander Chronicles: Pegasus, was released in 2018. Since then, Cobb has published eight novels and one non-fiction book titled A Prayer of Moses (2013) See COBB | 11B

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CHRISTIAN 3775 S Middle Dr., Greenville Coletown Congregational Church .....2876 State Route 571, Greenville 548-6590 Nice 2 bedroom home on a big lot sitting in Wayne East Lakes. room with a wood Zion Large Churchliving ...................................................6171 St. Rt. 36, Greenville burning stove. Also, check out the large 2 car detached garage for all your cars...8978 and Ntoys. Woodington Congregation Church State Route 49, Greenville 548-9441 APOSTOLIC Stelvideo Christian Church, 6808 Church St . Stelvido, Greenville, OH 316-8198 Solid Rock Apostolic .......................... 8991 Old US 36, Bradford, 937-718-0351 Teegarden Congregational Church ... 2753 State Route 47 W., Ansonia 337-4249 PRICE REDUCED CAC of Greenville ....................................... 630 Pine, Greenville 937-730-1313 10091 Rt 47, Union CMA City,Church OH ...................................306 Devor St., Greenville, OH 937-548-4955 Apostolic Restoration Church ........212 W. Pearl St., Union City, St IN, 765-625-1404 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Greenville First Assembly of God ............................................................ ............................................7219 State Route 118N Greenville, Oh 937-548-5445 Crazy For Christ Church ......................................................................... ............129 W 3rd Street Greenville, Ohio 45331 (937) 459-1221 www.crazyforchristchurch.org BAPTIST Favorite Hill Baptist Church ....................... 1601 South Street, Piqua, 773-6469 First Baptist Church ..........................7233 Ohio 121-North, Greenville 548-7616 Faith Baptist Church ............................... 740 E Russ Rd., Greenville, 548-1808 Greenville Baptist Temple ..............4689 Childrens Home Bradford Rd., 548-7283 Union City First Baptist Church .......225 S. First St., Union City, OH 937-968-6163 Cornerstone Historic Baptist Church. 933 N Howard St., Union City, IN, 765-964-3119 Bible Baptist Church ........................ 510 Front Street, Greenville, 937-547-1239 Gospel Baptist ................................115 W. 5th St., Greenville, OH 937-316-5055

CHURCH OF CHRIST Greenville Church of Christ 4599 Chldrns Hm Brdfrd Rd., Greenville, 937-548-4467 East Main Church of Christ......... 419 East Main Street, Greenville, 937-547-1557 CHURCH OF GOD Ansonia First Church of God ........................750 S Main St., Ansonia, 337-3945 The New Beginning Church of God .... 802 East 4th St.,Greenville, 937-214-6502 Triumphant Christian Center.............1129 South Towne Ct., Greenville 548-0300 EPISCOPAL St Paul’s Episcopal Church ..................201 S Broadway St., Greenville 548-5575 INTERDENOMINATIONAL Family of God...........................................310 W South St., Arcanum, 692-8521 Lighthouse Christian Center ........ 5256 Sebring Warner Rd., Greenville, 548-7464

BRETHREN Beech Grove Church of the Brethren .3420 Harrison Rd., Hollansburg, 937-997-4895 Cedar Grove Church ...................................373 Love Rd., New Paris, 997-3675 Oakland Church of The Brethren . 8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd. Bradford, 448-2287 Pitsburg Church of Brethren ..... 8376 Pitsburg Laura Rd., Arcanum 937-692-8772 Greenville Church of the Brethren ........................421 Central Ave., 548-3583

LUTHERAN St. John Lutheran Church ................7418 State Route 121, Greenville 548-5404 St Paul’s Lutheran Church ......13495 Greenville St. Marys Rd Vers., 419-336-7111 St Paul Lutheran Church ........................ 131 E. 4th Street, Greenville 548-5770 St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church............................................ ................................................. 750 Arcanum Ithica Rd, Arcanum, 937-678-9062 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church .... 8520 Oakes Rd., Pitsburg 937-692-5670 Trinity Lutheran Church ........1470 W. State Route 28, Union City, IN 765-964-5712 Trinity Lutheran church .................. 204 E. Wood Street, Versailles 937-526-3091

CATHOLIC St Mary’s Catholic Church .........................233 W Third St. Greenville 548-1616 St Denis ................................................ 14 E Wood St, Versailles 937-526-4945 Holy Family (Frenchtown) .................. 11255 St Rt 185, Versailles 937-526-4945 St Louis ...................................................15 Star Rd, North Star 419-582-2531 Immaculate Conception ............. 5874 N. Buckneck Rd., Bradford, 937-526-4945 St Mary.......................................425 W Hickory St, Union City, IN, 765-964-4202

METHODIST-UNITED Abbottsville United Methodist Church ......................3145 St. Rt. 49, Arcanum Ansonia United Methodist Church .. Corner of Pearl and High St., Ansonia 337-5781 EUM Church......................................... 1451 Sater Street, Greenville, OH 45331 Faith United Methodist Church .................101 E. South St., Arcanum, 692-8934 First United Methodist Church .................... 202 W 4th St. Greenville, 548-3075 Fort Jefferson United Methodist ..............3856 Church St., Greenville 548-4410 Gordon Grace United Methodist Church....... 750 Arcanum-Ithaca Rd 678-9062

PENTECOSTAL Faith Apostolic Lighthouse .............................332 W Payton St, 765-628-3299 PRESBYTERIAN First United Presbyterian Church ................... 114 E. Fourth St., 937-548-3188 UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST St. Paul United Church of Christ ..............129 W. Third St., Greenville, 548-4506 UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST First Universalist Church ............. 331 E. Washington St. New Madison, 996-3403 WESLEYAN Trinity Wesleyan Church ..........................1400 E Main St., Greenville, 547-0337 Greenville Wesleyan Holiness Church ....... 201 Hall Street Greenville, OH 45331 Bethel Long Wesleyan Church ............................255 Stingley Road, Greenville

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NON-DENOMINATIONAL Castine Church ...................................624 State Route 127, Arcanum 678-9945 Calvary Bible Church......................... 9462 State Route 571, Arcanum 947-1978 Beamsville Christian Church ..6102 Beamsville-Union City Rd. Greenville 547-0009 Friendship Community Church .1005 Eaton Fort Nesbit Rd. New Paris, 937-459-2279 True Life ........................................... 5990 State Route 36, Greenville 548-3558 Living Waters Ministries ........................... 102 W Main St., Versailles, 526-4567 Bible Fellowship Church...........7757 Grnv-Celina Road, Greenville, 937-547-1952 Northside Community Fellowship ........8135 St. Rt. 127 N., Greenville, 564-5942 Versailles Christian Church .................105 W Ward St., Versailles 937-526-4194 Hillgrove Federated Church .. 1009 Hillgrove Woodington Rd., Union City, 968-6332 Congregation Anshe Emeth Jewish Synagogue ............Caldwell St., Piqua, 937-623-1234 Arcanum Community of Faith .............................. 109 W. George St., Arcanum Common Ground Christian Church ...............120 West Oakwood St., 448-2215

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grant funding to nonprofit, charitable organizations for mission-driven programming and operating needs. If you wish to apply for grant funding, please email greenvilleohiorotary@ gmail.com for an application, visit The Greenville Rotary Club Facebook page, or call Lauren Henry at 937-569-6408. Please note the application deadline is April 15, 2020. All applications postmarked after the deadline will not be considered for funding. Requests are reviewed by the club’s Charitable Committee and are then approved by the club’s Board of Directors. While we strive to provide support for all organizations who apply, please keep in mind that not all requests can be met. If your organization received funds in past years, it is not guaranteed that you will receive funds in the future, as all requests are reviewed new each year. Funds distributed to organizations are made possible by the Greenville Rotary Lemon Shakes sold at The Great Darke County Fair, as well as our Election Machine Project.

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As a Wave 1 participant, the Coalition for a Healthy Darke County, the county’s local health and wellness collaborative, is working with the National Institutes of Health’s HEALing Communities Study to identify key service areas where grant monies can make a difference in the lives of those with OUD, and ultimately, to decrease the number of opioid overdose deaths by 40 percent. For more information, see www. CoalitionDarkeCounty.com

“This is one of the largest grants Darke County has ever received to combat OUD,” says Dr. Laurie White, Director of Behavioral Health and Wellness Services at Family Health, “and we are working diligently with community partners to ensure this funding will significantly benefit and impact our county for years to come.” Dr. White leads the local Intervention Committee, a group of service providers who work together to explore key priorities and evidence-based practices meant to expand services and support. Another key component of the grant involves reducing stigma toward those who battle substance use disorders.

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received at the office of the Board of Darke County Commissioners, County Administration Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville, Ohio until 1:30 PM, March 24, 2021 for furnishing labor, materials, tools and equipment for the asphalt resurfacing of various County and Township Roads. Each bidder for the 2021 Darke County Road Resurfacing shall be pre-qualified in accordance with the detailed specifications. The specifications and bid documents may be obtained for the non-refundable charge of $25.00 after March 10th, 2021 at the office of the Darke County Engineer, Courthouse Greenville, Ohio 45331. (937-547-7375)

Notice is hereby given that the Civil Service Commission of the City of Greenville, Darke County, Ohio, will hold a written examination for the position of Wastewater Plant Operator for the Wastewater Treatment Plant for the City of Greenville, Ohio, on Thursday, March 18, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the Greenville Municipal Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED as of March 18, 2021; and must be citizens of the United States of America or have legally declared their intentions of becoming United States citizens. A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the written exam. The salary ranges from $22.32 to $27.13 per hour, plus benefits, for no experience to Class I. Additional information (including minimum requirements; a detailed job description; the possible addition of credits; and how to obtain an application) is available online at cityofgreenville.org or from the Office of the Mayor in the Municipal Building at 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM on Fridays.

Bidders are advised that all work shall be executed in conformance with the prevailing wage rates of the State of Ohio, and all traffic control shall be in conformance with the Ohio Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Lack of prequalification or nonconformance with the bid documents shall constitute grounds for bid refusal. A certified check in the amount of 10% or a bid bond in the amount of 100% shall accompany each bid. The Board of Commissioners reserves the rights to refuse or reject any or all bids. Bidder shall submit original and three copies of all submitted bid materials. By order of the Darke County Board of Commissioners this 8th day of February, 2021.

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Completed applications are due to the Office of the Mayor no later than noon on Friday, March 12, 2021 to be eligible to take the examination. The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer, m/f

“We have a lot of stigma across the country with people just not understanding the disease of addiction and in some cases, even subscribing to the belief that we are wasting resources trying to help them,” says Cynthia CookWion, Executive Director of Recovery & Wellness Services of Darke County. She continues, “We need to move past this stigma, and to recognize addiction as the disease it is, in order to save the lives of local community members who need our support.”

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COURT OF COMMON PLEAS DARKE COUNTY, OHIO Judge Jonathan P. Hein Case No. 20CV00545

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The unknown Heris, Devisees, Legatees, Executors, Administrators, #3 SpousesTRACT and Assigns and the Unknown Guardians of Minor and/or Incompetent Heirs of Wanda M. Mader, whose last known address is UNKNOWN ADDRESS, and cannot by reasonable diligence be ascertained, takeincluding notice that on the 22nd day of December, 2020, Excellent soilwill types U.S. Bank National Association, Patton and Fincastle Crosby as successor in interest to Bank of America National Association, successor by merger to LaSalle Bank wagnerauctioneering.com National Association, as Trustee for Ownit Mortgage Loan Trust, wagnerauctioneering@yahoo.com Mortgage Loan Asset- Backed Certificates, Series 2006-3 filed its Complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio in Case No. 20CV00545, on the docket of the Court, and the object and demand for relief of which pleading is to foreclose the lien of plaintiff’s mortgage recorded upon the following described real estate to wit: Property Address: 7388 Auld Road, Bradford, OH 45308 And being more particularly described in plaintiff’s mortgage recorded in Mortgage Book 381, page 0836, of this County Recorder’s Office. All of the above named defendants are required to answer within twenty-eight (28) days after last publication, which shall be published once a week for three consecutive weeks, or they might be denied a TRACT #1 hearing in this#2 case. TRACT Ashley E. Rothfuss (0083605) Romi T. Fox (0037174) David E. Johnson (0070668) Richard Mark Rothfuss II (0087592) JeffreyR. Helms (0075659) TRACT #3 Melissa J. Whalen (0068316) Trial Counsel LERNER, SAMPSON & ROTHFUSS Attorneys for Plaintiff Excellent soil types including P.O. Box 5480 Patton and Fincastle Crosby Cincinnati, OH 45201-5480 (513) 241-3100 wagnerauctioneering.com attyemail@lsrlaw.com wagnerauctioneering@yahoo.com 2/21, 2/28, 3/7

• #21-33 Res. authorizing bidding for contracts for the Martz St. Water Main Replacement Project. • #21-34 Res. authorizing the S/SD to apply for funding through the Recreational Trails or the Clean Ohio Trails Fund Program.

This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 A.M. through 1:00 P.M. on Friday.

Jessica Swan, Clerk of Council Approved: City of Greenville Michael Rieman, Law Director Scott J. Zumbrink Darke County Treasurer Darke County Courthouse Greenville, Ohio 45331 Plaintiff -vsJohn W. Pierre, et al Defendant(s)

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GREENVILLE — Darke County families who struggle with opioid use disorder (OUD) will soon start to see the benefits of over $900,000 in grant funding rolling out within the community. As a Wave 1 participant in the National Institutes of Health’s HEALing Communities Study, the Coalition for a Healthy Darke County, the county’s local health and wellness collaborative, is working with grant employees, hired locally by The Ohio State University and University of Cincinnati. Their goal is to identify key service areas where grant monies can make a difference in the lives of those with OUD, and ultimately, to decrease the number of opioid overdose deaths by 40 percent. In Darke County, key service areas identified so far include expansion of naloxone (Narcan) distribution, transportation resources for those involved in treatment programs, expansion of medications and counseling services for those with opioid use disorder, and the hiring of a Community Health Worker who will help organize and provide resources and support for families interested in exploring treatment options.

The research also ties Study, please contact Engagement Coordinator, at involves the collection Amy Farmer, Community amy.farmer@osumc.edu of data about opioid use, DIVORCE WITHOUT CHILDREN overdose and treatment in COMMON PLEAS COURT Darke County as well as DARKE COUNTY, OHIO Case No. 21DIV00052 tracking the success of speDIVISION OF DOMESTIC RELATIONS cific efforts to combat the MAXIMO DAMIAN RAMOS-ARGUESTA opioid crisis. Plaintiff, –vs– “Data is central to helpLESLIE HAYDEE PACAY-GONZALEZ ing us pinpoint where our Defendant(s), hot spots are and where we LESLIE HAYDEE PACAY-GONZALEZ, whose residence is unknown, and need to focus our efforts,” whose last known address is unknown, is hereby notified that on February said Brian Phillips, Assis1st, 2021, Plaintiff Maximo Damian Ramos-Argueta filed a Complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Division of Domestic Relations, tant Chief of Greenville 504 South Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331, in Case No. 21DIV00052, Township EMS and the against Leslie Haydee Pacay-Gonzalez, praying for a divorce on the grounds that the parties have lived separate and apart without cohabitation for a period of time leader of the Data Commitexceeding one-year; that there be a de facto termination date of March 15, 2013; tee. “Data will also help us that since the de facto termination date, Defendant has incurred debts that were for her benefit alone, and to which Plaintiff demands that Defendant be found to better understand how our be solely liable and that Plaintiff be held harmless; that Plaintiff be awarded an efforts through the grant allocation of any joint debts and joint property of the parties, and for certain other might lessen the problem items. and assist the county in Said Defendant is required to Answer said Complaint for Divorce on or before applying for additional April 19, 2021, which includes 28 days from the last publication. funding in the future.” Teresa Villarreal, Attorney The grant has initiated a 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7,3/14, 3/21 website with local resources, including the availability of free naloxone (Narcan) CITY OF GREENVILLE and sites where individuals On March 2, 2021, the City of Greenville, Ohio, adopted the can receive medications following legislation: for opioid use disorder, at • #21-29 Ord. supplemental. www.HealTogetherOH. • #21-30 Res. authorizing submission of proposal(s) with org/Darke. The Coalition’s ODOT for grants for the Ohio Transit Partnership Program Facebook page (@DarkeCo(OTP2) and execution of contracts with ODOT upon grant alition) and website, www. acceptance. CoalitionDarkeCounty. • #21-31 Res. authorizing submission of proposal(s) with com, are also helpful with ODOT for grants other than urbanized areas of the Ohio a wide range of community Elderly and Disabled Transit Fare Assistance Program and resources listed. execution of contract with ODOT upon grant acceptance. For questions about • #21-32 Res. waiving the Civil Service exam fees for 2021/ the HEALing Communiemergency.

Case No. 21-CV-00074 Public Notice Of Foreclosure Jonathan P. Hein Judge

Public notice is hereby given that on 02/17/21, the Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, filed a Complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, for the foreclosure of liens for delinquent taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, and interest against real property described in that Complaint. The object of the action is to obtain a judgment of foreclosing the tax liens and ordering the sale of such real estate for the satisfaction of tax liens. Such action is brought against the real property only and no personal judgment shall be entered in it. However, if the property is sold for an amount that is less than the amount of the delinquent taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, and interest against it, the Court may enter a deficiency judgment against the owner for the deficiency. If that owner of record is a corporation, the Court may enter the deficiency judgment against the stockholder holding a majority of the corporation’s stock. The permanent parcel number of each parcel included in such action; the full street address of the parcel, if available; a description of the parcel as set forth in the associated Delinquent Land Tax Certificate or master list of delinquent tracts; a statement of the amount of the taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, and interest due and unpaid on the parcel; the name and address of the last known owner of the parcel as they appear on the general tax list; and the names and addresses of each lienholder and other person with an interest in the parcel identified in a statutorily required title search relating to the parcel are as follows: Permanent Parcel Number: H33-2-113-29-04-04-10700 Property Description: Darke County Recorder’s Office Deed Records, Deed OR 380, Page 0973, Official Records, Darke County, Ohio, Property Address: 222 Caroline Street, Union City OH 45390 Amount of Taxes, Assessment, Charges, Penalties, and Interest Due: $9,911.35 Last Known Owner: John Pierre, Address Unknown Lienholders or Other Persons of Interest: Bank of America, NA, successor to Lasalle Bank National Association, as Trustee for Ownit Mortgage Loan Trust, Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2006-3, 100 N Tryon St., Charlotte NC Unknown Tenant at 222 Caroline St, Union City, OH Phyllis Prosser, Address Unknown Unknown Spouse of John Pierre, Address Unknown Any person claiming any interest in or lien upon, any parcel of real property above listed may file an answer setting forth the nature and amount of interest owned or claimed and any defense or objection to the foreclosure. Such answer shall be filed in the office of the Clerk of Court, and a copy of the answer shall be served on the Prosecuting Attorney, on or before 04/12/21, (twenty-eight days after the date of final publication of this notice). If no answer is filed on or before the last day for filing an answer, a judgment of foreclosure will be taken by default. Any parcel as to which a foreclosure is taken by default shall be sold for the satisfaction of the taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, and interest, and the costs incurred in the foreclosure proceeding, which are due and unpaid. JOHN W. PIERRE, UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JOHN W. PIERRE, PHYLLIS M. PROSSER, whose addresses are unknown, will take notice that on the 17thday of February,2021, Scott J. Zumbrink, Darke County Treasurer, filed his Complaint for Foreclosure being entitled “Scott J. Zumbrink, DARKE COUNTY TREASURER v. JOHN W. PIERRE, et al, CASE NO. 21-CV-00074in the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Courthouse, Greenville, Ohio”. At any time prior to the filing of an Entry of Confirmation of Sale, any owner, or lienholder of, or other person with an interest in the parcel listed in the Complaint may redeem the parcel by tendering to the Treasurer the full amount of the taxes, assessments, charges, penalties, and interest due and unpaid on the parcel, together with all costs incurred in the proceeding. Upon the filing of an entry confirming the sale of the parcel, there shall be no further equity of redemption. After the filing of any such entry, any person claiming any interest in or lien upon the parcel shall be forever barred and foreclosed of any interest in and equity of redemption in the parcel. MARGARET B. HAYES (0042031) CINDY PIKE Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Clerk of Courts Common Pleas Court of Darke County Greenville, Ohio

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Active Seat, 345 HP, IVT Transmission, 5 Remotes, (22) Front Suitcase Weights, 1000 RPM-PTO, John Deere Quick Hitch, NEWS 4B Sunday, March 7, 2021 Greenville Early Bird 18,300 Lb. Cap. 3-Point, 480/80R.50 Rear Rubber with Duals, 380/80R.38 Front Rubber with Duals, A/C, Tilt, Buddy Seat, many more options, absolutely top quality condition, low hours, field ready, prepared to buy this one, #:Development room of the Darke County nity New Horizons Fair were all present. munity of Commissioners met Serial Bybe Nathaniel Kubik DarkeCountyMedia.com Housing: $15,000 Administrative Building The first CDBG public Block Wednesday2014 afternoonCase to 1RW8345VADO14090; I.H.Grant (CDBG) • Community Housing located at 520 S. Broadhearing will be held on funds. Commissioners discuss a fixing-of-the110 Maxxum, Frontfor aWheel Assist Impact & Preservation way Street in Greenville. Wednesday, March 17, Matt Aultman, Mike Stedate notice public GREENVILLE — The 4x4 Program: $700,000 The hearing will provide at 10 a.m. in the board and Larry Holmes hearing concerning Darke CountyTractor, Board Diesel only 811 hours,ComFull gall, View The amounts listed updates to the current and Premium Cab, Tilt Wheel, A/C, Remotes, may vary depending future funding scenarios that Darke County is eligi- on if partnerships are Lights, many options, 460/85R.38 Rear established. The primary ble to receive and adminRubber, 380/85R.28 Front Rubber, local, purpose of the upcomister through the grants. high quality Tractor, low hours, absolutely General information about ing hearing is to inform citizens about the PY2021 the CDBG program will like new, don’t miss this one, Serial #: CDBG programs, and to be discussed, including Auctioneer/ ZDBE19132. review the Darke County eligible activities, pro937-547-3202 REALTOR Fair Housing Program. gram requirements, and POLARIS ATV CELL # 937-423-2656 Citizens are encouraged application deadlines. Real Estate, Farm, Real Estate Polaris Ranger XP Auctions 900 Side-By-Side ATV, Slyder Auction to attend this public hearThe following CDBG Personal Property, Autos, Real Estate Listing/Selling Agent Services ing to provide their own programs are a sample of 4x4, Automatic, Power Steering, Lights, Collectibles, & Antiques Coin Specialist - Estate Auctions input and ask questions funding sources available Doing Business Since 1996 Roof Selling & Windshield, 905 miles, Front Phone: 937-459-7731 regarding the CDBG proto Darke County, and the locally and around the globe �n CristA_uctioneer Bumper with Elec. Winch, Dumping Cargo grams. approximate available rich@edwardsauctions.com slyderauctionservices@bright.net Complete Auction Service Other business involved funds from each program: �n CristA_uctioneer Box, Dk. 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Grant Grant Bussey Bussey Roofs & Windshields, 2nd Rear Seat that .a. at 937-547-7370. ated based on need gbusseyauctioneer@privategarden.org 937-564-6250 937-564-6250 937-564-6250 • Targets of Opportunifolds flat for cargo platform, Hand Grant Bussey Rails & Auctioneer/ Auctioneer/ ty Downtown RevitalizaTo contact the writer, email nkubik@ Auctioneer/ 937-564-6250 Realtor Foot Rests, Head & Realtor Tail Lights, Hubcaps, aimmediamidwest.com or call 937tion Program: $250,000 Auctioneer/ Realtor 569-0066. •Estates Real Estate Estates •• • Targets of OpportuRealtor Battery Chargers, both are identical, Dark • Real Estate Estates ••Estates •Real Ag & •Estate Farm Green with Tan Seats, condition; •Farm Real Estate Ag & Farm ••excellent Ag & Machinery • Real Estate • AgExpress & Farm 2005 8’ Long x 5’ Wide Cargo XLMachinery Machinery Associate Associate Machinery • Construction of of ••Ag & Farm •Personal Personal Series Enclosed Cargo Trailer, Rear Swing • Personal Equipment Property Property Property Machinery Door, White Exterior, nice little trailer. (937) 316-8400 (937) 459-7686 Associate of PersonalWAGONS EARLY HORSE • DRAWN Property Early “John Deere” Wood Box Bed Wagon with original paint & stenciling, 10’ 8” long x 38” wide, Wood Spoke Wheels, nice original wagon; early “Tiffin” Wood Box Bed Wagon with original & Doors open paint for Preview at 2:30PM on day of Auction stenciling, lettered on sides (sold by LYONS AUCTION FACILITY KIRBY Henry Knapp, Decatur, IN), 10’ 8” long x 5319 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 38” wide, Wood Spoke Wheels, very nice; *THIS AUCTION WILL“Weber” BE HELD INSIDE BUILDING #3 (OUR NEWEST AUCTION SELLING early McCormick-Deering Box – LOOK FOR THE #3 ON THE BUILDING)* Bed Wood Wagon withFACILITY original paint & A VERY stenciling, 12’ long x 38”**THIS wide, IS front ToolNICE OFFERING OF CLEAN QUALITY ITEMS** Box, Wood Spring Drivers Seat, Wood 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 Spoke Wheels, nice original wagon; early Sebring-Warner Road to auction site. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) QUALITY FURNITURE Wood Small Box Bed Wagon, 5’ long x Broyhill 2-Cushion Tan Love Seat, very nice; Brown & Tan Striped Occasional Arm Chair; 3-Cushion Ivory Sofa; 4-Piece Kincaid Solid Cherry Bedroom 23” wide, rare Gears, Wood Suitesize, including Wood Queen Bed with like new Serta Perfect Sleeper Mattresses, 5-Drawer Chest of Drawers, 11-Drawer Dresser with Mirror & Night Stand (a beautiful bedroom suite); 7-Drawer Oak Waterfall style Chest of Drawers; 5-Drawer Oak Waterfall Style Dresser with Beveled Mirror (very nice); Daybed Spoke Wheels; very Early Wood 2-Wheel with pull-out Trundle Bed, super nice Mattresses; Cherry 6 ft. Lighted Glass Front Display Cabinet; Oak 6 ft. Lighted Glass Front Display Cabinet; Oak Dining Table with 6 Upholstered Oak Roller Chairs, large Table Leaf; Cherry Quilt Rack; “Best” Ivory Leather Power Recliner (very nice – like Equipment Wagon, 8 Ft. long xCushions 46” &wide, new); Burgundy Cloth Swivel Rocker Occasional Chair; Dark Oak Coffee Table & Lamp Table Set with Glass Tops (nice); 6 ft. tall Wood Sellers Side Cabinet tall 55” Wood(White); Spoke long tongue; MapleWheels, Dbl. Drop Rolling Tea Cart; Wood Standing Mirror (White); 4-Piece Cast Patio set including: Table with 2 Chairs & a Bench (all with rose Samsung 42” Flat Screen TV with Remote & Manual; Cherry Wood Flat Screen TV Cabinet; several small Wood Stands & Tables; (2) Rush (6) Wood Spokedesigns); Wagon Wheels. Bottom Bar Stools; Decorative Rush Bottom Side Chair; Oak TV Trays (set of 4); small Wire Bakers Rack; 6’ x 4’ Wood Bookshelf; Brass Weighted ALSO SELLING DAY: MILK StandingSAME Lamp with Prism Shade; vintage Metal Weighted Standing Lamp with vintage Tassel Shade; several nice Table & Dresser Lamps. APPLIANCES BOTTLES – CLOTH FEED SACKS – Frigidaire Gallery Refrigerator/Freezer (like new) (White); Kenmore 80 Series Electric Washer (very nice) (White); Kenmore Elite Electric Dryer (very (White); Kelvinator Small Chest Freezer, works great, super clean (White). ADVERTISING nice) SIGNS – ADVERTISING ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES CALENDERS &Colorful COLLECTIBLES Quilt; R.S. Prussia Rose Pattern Floral Deep Bowl; German Pink Floral Deep Bowl; ½ Gallon Brown & White Crock; (2) Eldreth Salt Glazed

Commissioners announce CDBG public hearing AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY

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THURSDAY, MARCH 11, 2021 @ 3:30PM

DAVID L. & PAMELA S. FLORY TRUST

OH-70226822

Stoneware Pottery Pitchers; Fenton Carnival Vase (White); 1912 Ruby Red Glass; Hand Carved Wood Eagle Cane; Sharpening Stihl; (12) Longaberger Baskets, various sizes & styles; Fenton Covered Candy Dish; (4) Graduated Sets of Pyrex Glass Measuring Bowls; Shuckin Peg; Alabaster Square Jar with Lid; several boxes of Wood Cats-Meows (some local landmarks); (8) Dept. 56 Lighted Villages with original boxes; Kitchen Utensils; vintage Dresser Lamp; Rose Paper Weight; 12-Place Noritake Galaxy Set of China with Serv. pieces, very nice; great selection of Oil on Canvas Paintings, most signed by the Artists including 2 signed by local artist Nancy Foureman; (3) Jim Shore Wood Angels & Music Angel (1 autographed); Ackley Cartoon (framed); large Porcelain Doll; Wood Buck Board Wagon with Metal Wheels; several Boyd’s Bears. QUALITY HOUSEHOLD Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer with Accessories; Kitchen Aid Hand Mixer (red); Kitchen Aid Pizza Cutter; Brother Portable Electric Sewing Machine; Eden Pure Heater; Keurig Coffee Maker; Sunbeam Cool Mist Electric Humidifier; Shark Navigator Upright Vacuum (very nice); H.P. Digital Photo Reader; • ALL items must be& paid for Sewing the Boxes day& of RCA DVD Video Player; Sewing Accessories; Igloo Kool Mate Electric Cooler (plugs into cigarette lighter); Eureka Boss Tank Vacuum with Accessories; Card Table & (4) Chairs; (3) nice clean Area Rugs; new 6’ Folding Poly Table; several Poly Totes; Luggage; Silverware; auction. • ALL items as-is. Flatware;are Electricsold Small Kitchen Appliances; Hankies & Scarves; Photo Albums; Books; Board Games; CD’s; boxes of nice Bath & Hand Towels; Wall Clocks; Raggedy Ann Doll; Video Camera; on Crystal Glass; Press Glass; Ruby Red Stemware; Candle Holders; Bedspread & Pillow Sets; Blankets; • We must collect sales tax. (Except Sheets; Table Cloths; Handiwork; Doilies; Throw Pillows; Pie Plates; China Cups & Saucers; Pots & Pans; Tupperware; large S.S. Bowls; Knives; tractors which are exempt) Electric Heaters; Glass Bells; Hangers; Christmas & Holiday Decorations; Puzzles; Eureka Vacuum; Light Bulbs & much more! GARAGE & MISCELLANEOUS • TERMS: Cash 5orGallon Good Check with Proper 2 HP Shop Vacuum; Extension Cords; Craftsman 20” Hedge Trimmers; miscellaneous Hand Tools; Yard Shovel; Photo ID; Visa S.S. / MC / Water Discover accepted Braded Hoses; Yard Decorations/Ornaments; 6 ft. Werner Fiberglass Step Ladder; 4 ft. Aluminum Step Ladder; 36” Metal Exterior Walk Door with Glass (nice); D.P. Air Toner Exercise Bike; small Exercise Trampoline.

with a 3% Clerk Fee added. THE ESTATE OF CAROLYN HANES-BURT • Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com LYNNE HANES ~ EXECUTOR and enter USER I.D. #8673 forTRAVIS photos and FLIEHMAN ~ ATTORNEY CASE #: 20-1-314 information. Michel Werner – Auctioneer • Great Kirby food Lyons – Auctioneer fromitemsStewart’s ALL must be paid for the day of auction. • ALL items are sold AS-IS. • We must collect Sales Southern BBQ Tax • TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% REMEMBER: +++Never, a Buyer’sand enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and Clerk Fee added. • Visit us online @Ever www.auctionzip.com (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You information. • Great food available from Stewarts Southern BBQ! Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, Office: 937.316.8400 REMEMBER: +++Never, a Buyer’s Premium we appreciate our Ever buyers, and(Penalty) we love our at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What Cell: 937.459.7686 profession! Kirby & Staff Michel Werner Auctioneer You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff

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Greenville Early Bird

Sunday, March 7, 2021 5B

Three sentenced in court GREENVILLE — Three people appeared in Darke County Common Pleas Court on Monday. Judge Jonathan P. Hein presided. Ashley M. Boone, 27, of Greenville, was sentenced to community control sanctions for a period of up to 60 months on two counts of assaulting a peace officer, fourth-degree felonies, and one count of assault on a person performing emergency medical services, a fourth-degree felony. She was also ordered to serve

36, of Greenville, appeared in court for sentencing on one count of menacing by stalking, a fourth-degree felony. Levering was sentenced to community control sanctions for a period Acker Levering of up to 60 months, and ordered to serve 30 days in jail with 30 days credit. five days in the Darke He was also ordered to County Jail with two days complete 100 hours of comcredit, and complete 100 hours of community service munity service and is to have no direct or indirect work. In the event that Boone violates her commu- contact with the victim. nity control, she faces more If Levering fails to abide by the community control restrictive sanctions and a sanctions, he faces a prison prison term of up to nine term of up to 15 months. months. Ryan P. Acker, 40, of Christopher T. Levering,

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate No. 19CV00454 Sue Bowman vs. Carol Teicher, et al.

Parcel Number: F27221235040713600 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $62,000.00 and has a court ordered minimum bid of $5,000.00. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale with the same terms and the same time of day and same place on Friday, April 9, 2021. TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation. OH-70225862

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 No.19CV00587 Freedom Mortgage Corp. VS. Victoria Hofacker, et al. Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the downstairs meeting room of the Darke County Courthouse in Greenville, on Friday, March 19, 2021, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the of Greenville in Darke County to-wit: Street Address: 422 W. Fourth St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235030813400 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor.Property wasappraised at $90,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than twothirds 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, April 9, 2021. 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 duewithin 30 days after Confirmation

OH-70225869

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

VERSAILLES — Pohl Transportation, Versailles, Ohio, is offering a $1,000 scholarship to a student who is pursuing a degree or certificate in a transportation-related field. Course of study can range from less than a year to 4-year degree. The award is open to graduating seniors or former graduates who attended high school in Darke, Mercer, Shelby, Miami, or Auglaize counties. Eligible fields include logistics, supply chain management and diesel technology. Scholarship application is available at www.darkecountyfoundation.org/scholarshipinformation. For questions, call 937-548-4673 or e-mail dcf@ darkecountyfoundation.org. Deadline to apply is March 31, 2021.

Nathaniel Kubik covers courts and crime for Darke County Media. To contact him, email nkubik@ aimmediamidwest.com or call 937569-0066.

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

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

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

No.20CV00006 Bayview Loan Servicing LLC VS. Larry & Linda Arnett, et al. Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the downstairs meeting room of the Darke County Courthouse in Greenville, on Friday, March 19, 2021, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the of Brownin Darke County to-wit: Street Address: 3008 Beamsville Union City Rd. Ansonia, Ohio Parcel Number: C13021329000031300 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $55,000.00 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, April 9, 2021. 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 duewithin 30 days after Confirmation. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff

OH-70225866

Street Address: 540 S. Broadway St. Greenville, Ohio

Staff report

Darke County Sheriff’s Estate Sales

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the downstairs meeting room of the Darke County Courthouse in Greenville, on Friday, March 19, 2021, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the of Greenvillein Darke County to-wit:

Greenville, was sentenced to 12 months incarceration with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections on one count of aggravated burglary, a third-degree felony. After approximately 30 days, Acker is eligible to file for judicial release to seek help with his alcohol and mental health problems. Upon his release, he is subject to a supervisory period of up 3 years.

2/28, 3/7, 3/14

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

OH-70225879

DarkeCountyMedia.com

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:

No. 20CV00280 Nationstar Mortgage LLC vs David Dean, et al

No.19CV00545 Wells Fargo Bank VS. Daniel & Sonja Coppess, et al.

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 20CV00361, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, CountyTreasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Carissa Lloyd-Foster, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $6,198.87 (Six Thousand One Hundred Ninety Eight and 87/100)

Street Address: 401 Riffle Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235020712200

Street Address: 330 E. Fourth St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235040212600

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $59,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $83,000.00 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, April 9, 2021. 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.

OH-70225865

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

OH-70225872

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

GENERAL INFORMATION The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property. The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes. Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.gov-ernmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held at the Darke County Courthouse, 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 follow-ing: If appraised value of property is less than or equal to $10,000 the deposit is $2,000.00; $10,001 - $200,000 the deposit is $5,000.00; greater than $200,000 the deposit is $10,000.00. Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price is due within 30 days after confirmation of sale is filed. MORE INFORMATION You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

214 Gray Ave. Greenville, Ohio F27221235030112500 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 Darke County Courthouse in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 19th day of March, 2021 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 9th day of April, 2021, 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

OH-70225874

By Nathaniel Kubik

Pohl Transportation offering $1,000 scholarship

2/28, 3/7, 3/14

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. 20CV00493, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Ismael Lopez Jr., et al., Defendants. Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $6,470.77 (Six Thousand Four Hundred Seventy and 77/100) 103 Peppermint St. Union City, Ohio H33211331010113100 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 Darke County Courthouse in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 19th day of March, 2021 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 9th day of April, 2021, 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. OH-70225877

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 2/28, 3/7, 3/14

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You’ll write and then… Are you the person who observes and can describe what you see, hear, smell, touch? The man holding the “Help Me” sign at the freeway entrance? The sound of the cricket in your basement? The smell of burning bacon or the toddler who needs a diaper change? The feel of the patchwork quilt your grandmother made? Are you the repository of family stories? Know that research has shown that writing has power: the power to heal, to enhance creativity, to bring joy, to preserve those ideas that come in fleeting moments. I’m teaching creative writing this semester at Edison State Community College, and I’m sharing two of my students’ microfiction stories with you (100 to 300 words). You, too, can do this in 15 minutes or so. You begin with an understanding of something: a person, a story, a setting, a point of view. From there, your imagination takes flight and the words come. You can be using a yellow legal pad, a computer, the back of an envelope. And you write. Don’t be concerned at this point about spelling, punctuation, grammar. All of that can be addressed later. Tell the story as only you can. If it’s a family story, pay no attention to anyone who says, “But that’s not the way it happened” or “You shouldn’t use our family in your stories.” I want to share with you two of the very-short stories my students have written recently. I think you’ll like them. ——— INTERROGATION By

from around my Audrey Clagett hands and stood up. The bag over “No, I’m done my head stunk. playing.” My knees were in “Wait, no, James. my chest and my You said you’d play hands were bound with me today!” he together. Suddenly, pleaded. the bag was ripped Vivian He stood, hugging from my head and a Blevins bright light blinded Contributing his teddy bear to his chest. His sunme. columnist glasses slipped to “I’m gonna ask the end of his nose, only once. Where revealing sad eyes. There were you on the night of was no way I could resist the fifth?” a small gruff that face. voice yelled. I sat back down. I looked at my accuser. “So, how did you figure He wore a curious ensemout my evil plan?” I playble: sunglasses engulfed his face, barely supported fully asked. My little brother smiled. by his small, thin nose. “It was easy, Slick. You His hair had way too much gel in it, and he was left a long trail of clues.” Did Audrey trick you? I practically swimming in was in O Henry land for a his suit jacket. few seconds and delighted “What are you doing?” as I thought of the cops I asked. and robbers games my “I’ll ask the questions sons and their cousin Lesa here. Now, Mr. Teddy, he said, turning to his assis- played as children. LOW BATTERY By tant, the briefcase, please.” August Evans Mr. Teddy sat still, I first noticed the red never reaching for the case blinking light in the corin front of him, with the ner of my eye as I entered same smile plastered on my apartment. The words his shaggy face. “Low Battery” appeared The man grabbed it over the lens of my eye. himself. I sighed as I set my bags “Look familiar? Our down. It seemed that my surveillance caught you carrying it outside the evil battery never lasted anymore. When I first got the corporation.” implant like every other He opened it. Scattered teen, I could run over inside was Monopoly a week before I had to money and colorful game recharge, but now I had pieces. to plug in every night, “We know you took the bribe!” the man screamed. and at times that wasn’t even enough. Some days, “Yeah, sure.” I would have to stop at a “Don’t get smart with communal charger and me!” plug in for a few minutes He reached into his pocket, pulled out a squirt before I could make it home. bottle, and sprayed me in I sat down in the one the face. “Okay, I’m done playing chair I had in my apartment. I pulled up my memyour game,” I said. ories from the day. The “You’re the one playin’ memories popped up like games, punk!” pages from a book. Each I pulled the scarf off

page was something I had done or said. I mentally flipped through each one, sorting. Spilling coffee all over my blazer? Delete. I mentally threw the memory away into the red, pulsing trashcan that stood to the side. Meeting my cute new boss? Save. Tripping on my way out of his office? Delete. I checked the amount of storage I had left. I didn’t have enough storage, so I deleted the memory. After sorting through all my memories for the day, I went over to my charger. I grabbed the cord and plugged it into the port on the back of my neck. I felt better as the energy flowed into my body. I knew I couldn’t do this forever. One day, my battery would completely fail, and I wouldn’t be able to hold my charge anymore. When that day came, I would be replaced by a younger, prettier version. ——— My students often use science fiction in their stories, but always with the human dimension. Evans has explored a society of the future where youth and beauty continue to be valued commodities. Are you ready to write? Just do it. Writers enjoy commentary, so if you want to encourage these young writers, send me an email, and I’ll forward it to them. Vivian B. Blevins. Ph.D., a graduate of The Ohio State University, served as a community college president for 15 years in Kentucky, Texas, California, and Missouri before returning to Ohio to teach telecommunication employees from around the country and students at Edison State Community College and to work with veterans. Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the author. The Daily Advocate does not endorse these viewpoints or the independent activities of the author.

The healing power of music Nobody likes having a needle stuck into their arm; however, nobody wants to get seriously ill, either. Therefore, those Brits receiving their COVID vaccine at Salisbury Cathedral get extra incentive to line up for their shots; they have the pleasure of enjoying music played on the sanctuary’s magnificent 1876 organ while they wait. England’s National Health service has signed contracts with dozens of large venues to operate as vaccination centers, including soccer stadiums, sports centers, and concert arenas; the Cathedral is a perfect space for the vaccinations, providing a large drafty area that lowers the risk of virus transmission. The music is a bonus that converts a medical visit into an enjoyable event, also creating a slight problem — patients don’t want to move on, often overstaying the required 15 minute observation period following the injection to further enjoy the concert. Salisbury Cathedral’s Director of Music David Halls speaks of the building’s 800-year history with awe, remembering all those through the centuries who came to the cathedral “to be healed or to find some sort of

of dealing with serenity.” When the pandemic, he saw the need to and actually can welcome, reassure, help with healing; and sooth anxious another British vaccine-seekers, Isles initiative Halls decided to takes that healing offer music on the to a higher than church’s venerable Marilyn expected level. organ. After beginDelk ning with famous Contributing Opera companies have been especlassical pieces by columnist cially hard hit by Bach, Mozart and restrictions made Handel, he branched necessary by the virus; out to play show tunes finding themselves unable and sentimental favorites such as the warm-hearted to perform in front of live audiences, many theaters song that became a hopeful English anthem during have simply gone dark. World War II, “The White But the English National Opera has been redirecting Cliffs of Dover.” its energies to offer assisSalisbury Cathedral is tance in dealing with the one of the few places in current situation, beginthe country where live ning with the wardrobe music can be heard right department making pronow, as theaters and concert halls have been forced tective equipment for hosto close down. After a year pitals. Then, last Septemspent deprived of culture, ber while also offering a music, and beauty, people “drive-in opera experience featuring an abridged perare looking forward to formance of La Boheme on “getting their jab” to the large screens in a London accompaniment of organ music. Local residents ask park, the company started each other “Have you been a trial therapeutic medical to the organ recital,” rath- program. Realizing that severe er than inquiring if their respiratory problems neighbors received their sometimes follow a bout shot. Some residents are of COVID 19, E.N.O. staff sending in their musical came up with therapies requests, often including rooted in vocal training the exact time they want which emphasizes breath the piece to be played. The Mayo Clinic advises control. Methods quite that music can be a useful similar to that offered at the Royal Academy tool to ease the strains

of Music to train young singers are utilized to help patients recover by making the most of their damaged lung capacity while also helping calm anxiety. Alongside weekly voice classes, other online resources include downloadable sheet music and refresher videos filmed on the English National Opera’s main stage, as well as Spotify playlists. The singing element includes soothing lullabies drawn from cultures around the world, in part because they are easy to master but also due to easily felt emotional connections to the music. Not only have COVID patients benefited from this innovative program, musicians and others with the opera company have been motivated and energized by the fact that their skills can be useful during this bleak time. These two examples of the healing power of music offer comfort and hope as we continue to confront the unprecedented challenges of life during a pandemic. Marilyn Delk is the former executive director of the Darke County Center for the Arts and can be reached at marilynd@bright.net. Viewpoints expressed in the article are the work of the author. The Daily Advocate does not endorse these viewpoints or the independent activities of the author.

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OHSAA basketball referee, Bill Trent hands the ball to Greenville’s Libby McKcKinney as the 76 year old Trent brings the curtain down on a 40 officiating career numbering 3,500 games.

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NEW CARLISLE – Bill Trent is hanging up his whistle after a long OHSAA high school basketball officiating career. “I’ve been 40 years officiating 3,500 Ohio High School basketball games,” said the 76 year old Trent. The West Carrollton resident has spent many days and nights traveling to Darke County to cover high schools basketball games and closed out a long career officiating the Greenville Lady Wave’s OHSAA DII tournament win over the Urbana Lady Hillclimbers at Tecumseh High School. “There are so many,” Trent said of highlights throughout his career. “I have had good games and bad games. When I started out it was all two man and the three man has saved me over the years but other than that it is something I have enjoyed all these years.” The pleasant Trent has not been one to call technical fouls on players and coaches, a trait he is proud of. “I always try to talk to the players and coaches and not let the situation escalate,” noted Trent. “The coaches and me all get along.” “They tell me I’m the publicity guy,” Trent added with a chuckle. “I do a lot of talking.” Trent has seen changes over his long career but still believes in our youth, coaches and officials. “When I was starting out there were some tough coaches,” Trent said of the old Bobby Knight coaching style. “You had the Staley boys and all that but you do your job and the coaches appreciate it.” “When is started out reffing I worked a lot of Dayton Public Leagues that had those good players back in the day, so it was fun but now days

West Carrollton’s Bill Trent officiates the Greenville Lady Wave’s OHSAA DII tournament win over the Urbanda Lady Hillclimbers to close out a 40 year career.

I don’t enjoy it as much because it seems some of these kids don’t care about playing as much today.” “There are still some good kids playing and there are good refs coming on,” continued Trent. “This week on Facebook my wife asked me if I knew this coach. It was Coach Sagester from Tri-Village saying he hates to see me getting out because the older ones really appreciate the job they do as coaches.” Trent recently lost a good officiating friend, Bob Roach from Jamestown to COVID. The threesome of Trent, Roach and Brooks Lowe with more than 100 years of combined officiating service would often be seen on the same court calling an OHSAA high school basketball game. “I’m going to miss the game but I still may do a seventh and eighth grade real close to where I live,” concluded Trent, “but I am done with the varsity.” “He’s quitting every year but he’ll be back,” chuckled longtime officiating friend and OHSAA Officiating Hall of Fame member, Robert Juliano. “He’ll be back.” Contact Darke County Media Sports Editor Gaylen Blosser at gblosser@ aimmediamidwest.com or 937-5690122

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Third grader, Island Clark (pictured), presented his project at the Ohio Connections Academy’s “Invention Convention” in 2020, a program that challenges students to design creative solutions to problems. Working alongside his grandfather, Island designed and built a portable windmill and received an honorable mention in the statewide competition.

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education through the Ohio Connections Academy (OCA), an online, tuition-free public school option open to Ohio all families. Now, over a decade later, the Clarks couldn’t be happier with that initial decision, having also enrolled their son, Island, and daughter, Castle, in the OCA program since kindergarten. “My husband and I met playing music and we traveled a lot pursuing that love, so when we had kids, we maintained that as much as we could, and continue even today to travel and play music around the country. The kids come with us as we tour, and we often take extended vacations with our whole family,” said Brittany. “We would not have been able to continue this lifestyle with a traditional brick and mortar school.” In 2019, when their daughter, Nevaeh, joined the group, the family formed a new band , Shannon Clark and the Sugar. The Clarks’ unique sound, described as “Midwest Americana Soul,” was captured in their 2020 single, Carry Me, and recognized as a contender for Best Music Video in multiple film festivals across the U.S., U.K., and Canada. As a professional working musician, Brittany considered a wide variety of school options before choosing to go virtual. “When searching for schools for my first daughter to enter kindergarten, I looked for what the best method would be…traditional school, Montessori, or online. I even thought about making up my own curriculum. Once I finally found Ohio Connections Academy, I knew it was that way for our family to go,”explained Brittany. “I loved how available all the kid’s teachers would be, the lesson plans were great, and they had so many electives that the kids could take part in. They also have normal state testing each year, which I appreciated, that way I could be sure that they were learning at a standard level that their peers were. That was my main concern.” Now, after many years of participating in the OCA program, the Clarks enjoy a balance between school time, home life, and performing on the road, taking advantage of having opportunities to visit many locations of historic and cultural significance. “The flexibility of an online school allows us to have the freedoms to

“I think homeschooling allows students to develop their own personalities and unique traits without being molded or pressured by other kids. I also think it allows kids to learn at different capacities, and speeds and allows each kid to venture toward their own interests and skill sets, I love it here and I wouldn’t change a thing.”

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travel and tour,” said Brittany. “The kids have learned so much being on the road or traveling to different national parks all over the U.S., and are able to combine their reallife experience with their school education.” As a public online school, OCA encourages and supports enhanced learning opportunities, which is built into the curriculum for each grade level. “The school is great about hosting field trips several times a year that they call ‘Family Engagement Activities,’” explained Brittany. ”We have been all over the state for these day trips, and have loved visiting museums, zoos, and state parks all over Ohio. It’s really exciting to be invited to places all over the state instead of only places that are close to where we live.” In addition to being on the road performing, the Clarks are thankful that the online public school offers many course electives, clubs and extracurricular activities for each child to express and develop other academic interests, starting from kindergarten through high school. “Our son, who is in third grade, participated recently in the ‘Ohio Invention Convention,’ won an award, and was promoted to the state level, winning an ‘honorable mention’ for his invention,” said Brittany. “This was a huge deal for him and the school and his teachers were extremely supportive!” When asked about their experience of being schooled at home through OCA, the Clark children had many positive comments.“I love being able to make new friends and meet people at my school, and I love to be able to do school at home!” said six-year-old Castle, who is in kindergarten. Ten-year-old Island, who is in third grade, echoes his sister’s enthusiasm for learning at home. “You can do things like spend time with your family, talk about important stuff, and have a few snacks during lessons and be home. I love being able to go on vacations and take my school work with me while we travel.”

Nevaeh, the oldest of the Clark children, now a sophomore enrolled in Ohio’s College Credit Plus program, says she would definitely recommend the public online school option through OCA. “I think homeschooling allows students to develop their own personalities and unique traits without being molded or pressured by other kids. I also think it allows kids to learn at different capacities, and speeds and allows each kid to venture toward their own interests and skill sets,” said Nevaeh, adding, “ I love it here and I wouldn’t change a thing.” Shannon and Brittany are proud of all three of their talented children, and are thankful for the teachers and staff at OCA who have been with them every step of the way in their academic journey. “The most rewarding thing for me as a parent is to see them progress and reach milestones. Watching your child go from learning letters and words, to reading to you is quite rewarding. Also, I love to see how they have become so mature and responsible with making their school work a priority every day,” said Brittany. “We do a lot of classes from the computer, and we have live lessons where the kids log into an online room with their teachers and other classmates to discuss lessons. This is so great because the teachers are always so available and approachable via email, phone or live lesson rooms.” When asked what advice she would give to others who may be considering their school options for the 2021-2022 school year, Brittany thoughtfully responded, “I always encourage people to do what is best for their family, regardless what that option may be. If you are able to dedicate time to a home-school endeavor, the rewards will never stop. Most importantly, put your kids where you think they will thrive.” To learn more about the Clarks and their music, visit them on the web at www.shannonclarksugar. com/home. To learn more about the Ohio Connections Academy, visit www. OhioConnectionsAcademy.com or call 800-3826010.

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DCCA presents virtual ‘Magic Night In’ Staff report

Blue Angels 4-H held first meeting of 2021 online. If you can’t locate your book online you can call the extension office or email Sherry at pearGREENVILLE — The son.437@osu.edu and set Blue Angels held its first up a time to pick up project Zoom meeting of 2021 on books. Club officer resources Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. are available online for Raylea Richards called your club officers at https:// the meeting to order. ohio4h.org/officerresources Pledges were said. Roll call The Darke County 4-H was taken by asking, “how Committee has waved many years you have been activity fees of $5 per in 4-H?” From the roll call, 21 members, three parents, member for 2021. There is and five advisors were pres- a poster contest this year. You can look on go.osu. ent. The treasure’s report edu/21postercontest e-clowas given by Alivia Addis with a balance of $722.46. It ver for guidelines and due date. Turkey order deadline was approved first by Evan Addis and second by Daniel is March 5. The spring recognition and kick off will be Williams. Devotions were virtual this year, details to given by Gabrielle Spitzer follow. on “pursuit of happiness.” Sharon Harpest Secretary Ella Williams had announced leadership no new report. Approved recipients this year: Rayleigh first by Daniel Williams and second by Blake Addis. Richards and Ella Williams. Achievement recipients: Blake Addis gave the comBlake Addis, Alivia Addis, munity service update on Evan Addis and Gabrielle Trash Bash. The club has Spitzer. four teams. Blake will be You are encouraged to emailing teams and routes. Health and Safety reports check the darke.osu.edu website on Friday with all were given by Hayleigh Spires on “screen time.” She the news. Our next meeting stated that limits need to be will be March 22, at 6:30 p.m. It will be a Zoom call set. She advised one hour through the week and three and details will be emailed. Daniel Williams, recreation hours on the weekends. There was no old business at leader had the members play a game called “today we this time. would rather.” New business: The club The meeting was welcomed new members. Projects need to be entered adjourned first by Blake Addis and seconded by Evan by April 1. Some project Addis. books are available on

By Evan Addis

Blue Angels 4H Reporter

DARKE COUNTY — Darke County Center for the Arts has teamed up with award-winning magician Daniel Martin to present “Magic Night In” on Saturday, March 27 at 7 p.m.; the virtual event will be available for streaming at no charge to patrons. Daniel Martin, known for his high-energy fusion of exhilarating magic and humor, draws recordbreaking crowds at theaters and universities around the world. He has been seen by millions on NBC, CBS, BBC, and Netflix, and was named “Entertainer of the Year” for his performances at campuses across the U.S. “Daniel is an amazing entertainer who has developed an interactive evening of magic for virtual audiences,” said DCCA Artistic Director David Warner. “The show will include Daniel teaching some incredible tricks using items most of us have lying around the house, so we hope that people of all ages will join us and maybe even become part of the magic.” This DCCA Artists Series virtual presentation is sponsored by Ted & Diana Abney, Bach to Rock, Darke County Foundation, Park National Bank, Edison State Community College, Jordan Agency, Rodney Oda, Jim & Julia Poeppelman, Jean Louise Thieme Fund of Darke County Foundation, Gordon & DeSantis Orthodontics, VFW Post 7262, Zechar Bailey Funeral Home and Family Health. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund these programs with state tax

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Award-winning magician Daniel Martin will present “Magic Night In” Saturday, March 27 at 7 p.m. The virtual event, sponsored by the Darke County Center for the Arts, will be available for streaming at no charge to patrons. To stream, go to DCCA’s Website www. darkecountyarts.org or email DCCA at info@darkecountyarts.org.

dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans; DCCA membership contributions also help support this effort. DCCA also receives funding from the Ketrow Foundation, Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund, Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial, Inc., Coppock-Hole Trust, John R. and Miriam H. Knick Fund of Darke

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GREENVILLE — On Feb. 24, Oakley Place, an Enlivant community, hosted its second COVID-19 vaccine clinic. This is the first step toward opening our doors for indoor visitation. Visitors have been, and continue to come to Oakley Place every day. “We missed our loved ones when COVID first hit. After a while, it was nice to visit outside on the porch. And we’ve been visiting inside since fall. But THIS is going to be FANTASTIC…” said Sandy Baker, Community Relations Manager. “Resident personal apartment visitation is almost here. Our sister communities in other states are already doing it. With high immunization rates among our residents and proper protocols we be soon be able to do it too,” said Executive Director Nikki Nealeigh. Resident personal apartment visitation will be open to vaccinated visitors at Oakley Place as soon as Ohio Health officials issue an order loosening limitations for access to assisted livings in our state. In the meantime, indoor visits continue in a private dining room. Contrary to what many assume, visits are are not limited to family members. Church members, neighbors, friends, children, and even dogs are welcome. Just call for an appointment at 937-548-9521. A long standing member of the community, Oakley Place opened its doors

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GREENVILLE — The Greenville Business and Professional Women’s Club (BPW) collected donations from its members at the organization’s last meeting in February. BPW presented a check to Annie Sonner, coordinator for the Shelter From Violence. A small air fryer and coffee pot were also needed by the shelter and were also donated by club members. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Shelter From Violence has seen a 30-percent reduction in its budget and BPW members wanted to step up to support women in this way.

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Pictured left to right: Susan Fowble, Greenville BPW Treasurer; Annie Sonner, Shelter From Violence Coordinator; Peggy Foutz, Greenville BPW Vice-President.

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tions/flowers not attached or sitting on monument. Due to the upcoming NEAVE TWP. — The Neave Township Trustees mowing season the trustees encourage cooperawould like to announce tion of all those who are their yearly cemetery involved with and or visit spring clean-up for the loved ones in the cemcemeteries in Neave eteries to pay particular Township, Darke County which include: OakGrove, attention to the rules Pioneer, West Branch, and listed. No trespassing after dark. No planting of East Zion. Families and loved ones any kind on lots. No rock edging or digging. When are asked to remove all placing arrangements on decorations and items on and around the gravesites gravesites, all arrangeby March 24, 2021 so the ments must be in the vase attached to the marker grounds can properly be or a monument saddle maintained. These items arrangement. The only include, but not limited exception will be Easter, to: Shepherd’s hooks or Mother’s Day, Memorial similar type of, decora-

Day and Father’s Day. All arrangements not in the vases or attached to the base monument must be removed or the arrangements can be removed by cemetery caretakers one week following these special occasions. If you have any questions in regards to the cemeteries in Neave Township, please call one of the trustees: Keith Godown, Ty House or Walter Wiant or the Oak Grove Cemetery Sexton, James Penny. We thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our cemeteries beautiful for everyone.

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our thanks to Ansonia for always supporting us.” Kammer concluded by stating that the Ansonia Legion will be making more donations in the future, and that the Ansonia schools are always welcome to request assistance from the group. The American Legion

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Sunday, March 7, 2021 11B

istration to bring more transparency and openness to the institutions and government surrounding the From page 1B Soviet Union. In the book, — a devotional commentary the coup plotters intend to on Psalm 90. In 2020, Cobb take action in 1988, but realalso coauthored a children’s ize the only way to ensure success is to unite the milibook with his granddaughtary behind them first. It is ter titled The Exciting interesting to note that the Adventures of Inky the Cat actual coup in 1991 failed (2020). because the military was Cobb’s Falcon Series unwilling to shed Soviet began in 2013 with the publishing of Falcon Down, blood. Knowing that armed forces unite during a hot which later led to the pubconflict, the cabal plots to lishing of Falcon Rising engage the U.S. Navy in a (2013) and Falcon Strike limited conflict. However, (2014), thus birthing the in order to provide necesseries. sary political cover on the His new entry, Pacific international stage, it must Threat, aims to give readappear that the U.S. is the ers a sense of the daunting aggressor.” complexities that naval “This is the underlying officers face as they respond to threats while on the high theme that drives the story,” seas. The book is positioned Cobb said, in reference to three years prior to the his- the historical events. “When the Deputy Director of toric 1991 coup attempt. Operations (CIA) is tipped Providing a brief overoff by a high-level Soviet view of the history, Cobb official about the cabal’s stated that, around this dangerous plans, he must time period, “…political fractures and factions were determine whether the developing around negative warning is disinformation, or is a legitimate attempt to responses to Gorbachev’s changing policies, typically prevent war. In an effort to confirm the intelligence, the referred to as glasnost and DDO decides to insert a spy perestroika — or attempts into the Soviet Pacific Fleet by the Gorbachev admin-

headquarters.” Cobb said that in a very real sense, he authored this book out of a desire to honor military men and women, and their families, who make countless sacrifices on behalf of all U.S. citizens. He said part of it comes from his desire to honor father’s service in the navy, who in World War II, flew Grumman F6F Hellcats off carriers in the Pacific Ocean. To help write the book, Cobb interviewed Capt. James Fuqua, a retired Navy veteran who served for 24 years. Fuqua spent the last three years of his career as the commanding officer of the Lafayette Class ballistic missile submarine the U.S.S. Alexander Hamilton (SSBN 617). Cobb stated that Fuqua read his manuscript and helped him make the submarine scenes in the book more realistic and accurate to actual submarine warfare and life. He said his time spent with Capt. Fuqua is one of the things he treasures most about his time spent writing the book. When asked what the biggest hurdles were when writing the book, Cobb con-

firmed that he struggled in some areas due to his own lack of military experience. “While I’ve gotten marks for authenticity, it’s been at the cost of a great deal of research on military etiquette and training, ships, submarines, planes, and their sensors and weapon systems,” Cobb said. “I’ve read documents on Soviet naval doctrine and command structure, Soviet military training and political officers, as well as portions of books on submarine construction, and novels whose submarine scenes are counted by former submariners as very realistic. One of the challenges of this kind of research is making sure that it is all accurate to the time period of the story. I can’t very well put a radar system not deployed until the 90s on a ship in 1988.” Beyond military matters, Cobb also spent a significant amount of time researching intelligence issues and cultural matters, even down to reading declassified CIA documents on the Soviet mail system to ensure that his scenes involving Soviet mail censors were accurate. Aside from that, he, like most

novelists, struggled to come up with names for his characters due the differences in Slavic naming customs. “Every single detail, ranging from the model of a vehicle, to a highway route designation in Vladivostok, to even the flora and fauna in a scene required research — and often extensive research.” Cobb concluded. “I won’t claim that every single detail is accurate — but the vast majority of them are.” To conclude the interview, Cobb offered his thanks to everyone who helped him through the writing process. “My wife is wonderfully and enthusiastically engaged in my writing. She is my preliminary editor. With her help I correct many problems before the piece goes out to my beta readers or my main editor. It’s fun to discuss the tale together — she invariably has great ideas about where to go next,” Cobb said. “I am blessed to have a family member, my sister Elizabeth, who is a professional quality editor. Added to her literary skills are the facts that she speaks Russian fluently and spent some of the Cold War years as a Foreign

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Sara Waldo and husband Jon, Scott Gruber and wife Andrea. Dr. Gruber is a licensed private pilot and enjoys riding his Harley, and sports of all sorts. He also enjoys being a docent at Garst museum and teaching adult Sunday school at Bible Fellowship Church in Greenville. The evening’s program is free and does not require reservations. The Club does offer an optional din-

ner, prior to the speaker’s program, at a per person cost of $10 for those who would like to attend and have made reservations for the meal. Dinner reservations must be made prior to noon, on March 4, by calling Wavelene Denniston at 937547-6477 or emailing her at DCRWReservations@darkegop.org. Reservations made are expected to be paid. DCRWC is a political group founded to provide

political education and legislative information; provide a wider knowledge of the principles of the Republican Party; increase the number of registered Republicans; recruit, promote, and support qualified Republican women for political office; give exposure to and work actively for all Republican candidates; and lend support to the activities of other Republican organizations.

of Arcanum Middle School and Principal of Greenville High School. Dr. Gruber earned both Master of From page 1B Education and Education University and is currently Specialist Degrees from Wright State University Professor Emeritus of and his Doctor of EducaEducation. In addition, he tion degree at Miami Uniserved as the Director of versity. His wife Christa is the Master of Education Degree Program. He has 43 a former computer business teacher at Greenville High years of education experiences including public edu- School, and they have three children, daughters Erin cation as a Social Studies Fout and husband Tracy, teacher, coach, Principal

Service Officer in various countries of the U.S.S.R. She loves the Russian people, and has contributed greatly to the authenticity of the Russian scenes in all four books of the Falcon series.” Chris Cobb lives with his wife Doris, and they will be celebrating their 43rd wedding anniversary later this year. The couple have three adult children and three grandchildren. Cobb came to Darke County in 2002 to work at the Bible Fellowship Church, where he has remained since, teaching small groups and doing biblical counseling. To contact the writer, email nkubik@ aimmediamidwest.com or call 937569-0066.

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CAB 4X4 P.U. 4.3L V6, well equipped, super nice red, 30,326 miles ........................................................................................................................... $22,995 .........$21,500 2016 CHEVY TRAX LT FWD, 1.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, super nice, maroon, 29,324 miles ...........$15,995 $14,900 2016 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD., 2.4L, 4 cyl., one owner, all power, very nice, silver, 43,460 miles .... $17,995.........$16,900 2016 TOYOTA RAV 4 LIMITED, AWD, 2.8L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, all options, one owner, 2015 CHEVY 1/2 TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 2WD P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., sharp, black, 39,072 miles ............................................................................................................. $26,995.........$25,500 red, 30,033 miles ................................................................................................................................$28,995 $27,500 2016 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, one owner, exc. cond., maroon, 50,539 miles .................................................................................................................... $20,995.........$19,500 2015 TON SILVERADO CABCAB 4WD4X4 P.U.,P.U., 5.3L5.3L V8, V8, all power veryvery nice,nice, 2015CHEVY CHEVY1/2 ½ TON SILVERADOLTLTEXT. CREW all power, silver, 106,258 miles....................................................................................................................... $23,995.........$22,500 blue 136,658 miles ..............................................................................................................................$22,995 $21,900 2015 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., black, 47,116 miles .............................$17,995 .........$16,900 2015 SUBARU FORESTER AWD, 2.5L 4 cyl., one owner, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., 2015 CHEVY TRAVERSE 2LT FWD, 3.6L V6, one owner, leather, all power, super nice, diamond white, 109,695 miles ..........................................................................................................................$16,995 .........$15,500 2015 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, white, 84,166 miles .............................................................................................................................$16,995 $15,500 exc. cond., white, 82,450 miles ...................................................................................................... $27,995.........$26,900 2015 LT FWD, 3.6L, V6, one super beige, 102,135 $14,500 2014CHEVY CHEVYTRAVERSE ¾ TON SILVERADO CREW CABowner, 2WD Pall .U.,power, 6.0L V8, wellnice, equipped, very nice,miles ....$15,995 silver, 74,026 miles......................................................................................................................... $22,995.........$21,500 2015 FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., power, nice,one gold, 78,173 ........................$14,995 $13,900 2014GMC GMCTERRAIN 1/2 TON SLE2 SIERRA SLE EXT. CABall4X4 P.U.,super 5.3L V8, owner, Z71,miles loaded, super nice, maroon, 47,997 miles .................................................................................................. $27,995 .........$26,900 2014 JEEP COMPASS 4WD, 2.4L 4 cyl., well equipped, very nice, black, 94,454 miles........................$10,995 $9,900 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, exc. cond., black, 45,015 miles............. $16,995.........$15,500 2014GMC GMCACADIA ½ TON AWD, SIERRA SLT 5.3L190,700 V8, leather, red, 70,859 miles .... $30,995.........$29,900 2014 3.6L V6,CREW loaded,CAB very4X4 nice,P.U., black, milesloaded, .........................................$10,995 $9,900 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, one owner, loaded, super nice, 2014 CHEVY LTZmiles FWD, 2.4L4cyl.,leather,loaded,exc. cond.,crystal red,73,013miles ...........$18,995 $17,900 crystal EQUINOX red, 53,627 ................................................................................................................ $20,995.........$19,500 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LTZ FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 73,764 miles ..$17,995 .........$16,900 2013 leather, sunroof, rearexc. entertainment, 2014CHEVY CHEVYTRAVERSE EQUINOX LTZ LTZAWD, FWD,3.6L 2.4LV6, 4 cyl., leather, loaded, cond., crystalsuper red, nice, 73,013 miles .. $18,995.........$17,900 2014 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, sunroof, loaded, super nice, black, 70,597 miles .............................................................................................................................$17,995 $16,500 white, 84,441 miles ........................................................................................................................ $14,995.........$13,500 2013CHEVY BUICKTRAVERSE ENCLAVE LTZ FWD, 3.6L3.6L V6, V6, leather, loaded, exc.exc. cond., goldmist 78,178 milesmiles .................. $17,995.........$16,900 2013 FWD, leather, loaded, cond., maroon, 117,000 .........$12,995 $11,500 2012 TOYOTA SIENNA LE VAN, 3.5L V6, one owner, all power, Teal Green, 134,224 miles ....................$11,995 .........$10,900 2013 TON SILVERADO SILVERADO LS CABCAB 4X44X4 P.U.,P.U., 4.8L6.0L, V6, well 2011CHEVY CHEVY1/2 1 TON LSEXT. CREW gas,equipped, one owner,good wellcond., equipped, good cond., silver, 195,621 miles ................................................................................................... $15,995.........$14,900 silver, ............................................................................................................................$14,995 $13,900 2011 148,760 NISSAN miles QUEST LE VAN, 3.5L V6, one owner, sunroof, leather, loaded, very nice, dark cherry, 162,985 miles ............................................................................................................... $9,995 ...........$8,500 2012 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4cyl., leather, loaded, super nice, white, 162,875 miles .............$8,995 $7,900 2011 CHEVY AVALANCHE LTZ 4WD, 5.3L V8, one owner, leather, loaded, very nice, diamond white,SLE 244,251 $15,995.........$14,900 2012 GMC TERRAIN FWD,miles 2.4L 4....................................................................................................... cyl., well equipped, exc. cond., black, 122,627 miles ...............$9,995 $8,900 2010 GMC ACADIA SLT FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, maroon, 166,460 miles ................. $10,995...........$9,500 cyl., well equipped, very nice, blue , 199,574 ............ $6,995 ...........$5,900 $5,500 2008 XB WAGON,, 2008TOYOTA HONDA SCION ODYSSEY VAN, 3.5L2.4L V6, 4leather, loaded, good cond., silver, 235,438 milesmiles ........................$6,995 2007 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY LX VAN, 3.3L V6, well equipped, good cond., 2006 CHEVY ¾ TON SILVERADO EXT. CAB LT 4X4 P.U., 6.6L Diesel, all power, good cond., silver, 165,841 miles......................................................................................................................... $4,995...........$3,500 2007 CHEVY TAHOE LT 4x4, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, very nice, maroon, 206,573 miles ..................... $9,995...........$8,900 beige, 235,359 miles ...........................................................................................................................$14,995 $13,900 2007 GMC YUKON XL SLT 4X4, 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, nice, gray, 218,764 miles ............... $9,995...........$8,500

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2007 ½ TON CREWsunroof, CAB 2WD, P.U.,exc. 5.3Lcond., V8, all power, good condition, 2005 CHEVY CADILLAC SRX SILVERADO AWD, 3.6L V6,LTleather, loaded, black, 199,709 miles ...................................................................................................................... $10,995...........$9,900 diamond white, 154,592 miles .............................................................................................................$10,995 $9,500 2007 CHEVY TAHOE LT 4X4, 5.3L V8, loaded, super nice, maroon, 109,737 miles .................................$13,995 .........$12,500 2006 CHEVY ¾ TON SILVERADO EXT. CAB LT 4X4 P .U., 6.6L Diesel, all power, good cond., $3,500 2002 FORD RANGER XLT EXT. CAB 2WD P.U., 3.0L V6, well equipped, fair cond., blue, 182,504 miles ....$4,995 beige, 235,359 miles ...................................................................................................................... $14,995.........$13,900 2002 GMC CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 4WD, 2WD, 45.3L dr.,V8, oneleather, owner,sunroof, cloth seats, loaded, 2006 ENVOY XL DENALI loaded, veryexc. nice,cond., gray, 199,889 miles....$8,995 ...........$7,500 2006 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY VAN, 3.3L V6, well equipped, good cond., blue, 227,123 miles....$3,995 ...........$2,900 beige, 182,686 miles ...........................................................................................................................$9,995 $8,900 2006 CHEVY COLORADO Z71 4X4 CREW CAB, 3.5L 5 cyl., all power, good cond., white, 228,586 miles .$8,995 ...........$7,900 2006 ½ TON CREW CAB 4X4well P.U.,equipped, 5.3L V8, all power, very nice, 2001 CHEVY GMC C6500 BOXSILVERADO TRUCK, 7.2LLTCaterpillar Diesel, good cond., black, 102,187 miles ...................................................................................................................... $13,995.........$12,500 white,NISSAN 225,365MURANO miles ...........................................................................................................................$9,995 $8,900 2005 SL AWD, 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, silver, 278,727 miles ... $5,995...........$4,900 2005 SRX AWD, 3.6Lcloth V6, seats,all leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., 1999 CADILLAC PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, power,nice cond.,green, 160,151 miles.......................$6,995 $5,900 diamond white, 154,592 miles ....................................................................................................... $10,995...........$9,500 2004 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LS 2WD, 4.2L 6 cyl., all power, very nice, maroon, 220,295 miles ........... $5,995...........$4,900 2004 CADILLAC SRX AWD, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 105,466 miles ...................... $7,995...........$6,900 2020 CHEVY CHEVY SONIC RS 4 DOOR,1.4L owner, loaded,exc. likecond., new, maroon, 5,646 miles miles............. ..........$19,995 $18,900 2004 TRAILBLAZER LS 4WD,4 cyl., 4.2L,one 6 cyl., all power, blue, 148,224 $6,995...........$5,900 2004 CHEVYSONIC ½ TON 4X4sunroof, P.U., 5.3L V8, onelike owner, 2020 CHEVY RSSILVERADO 4 DOOR, 1.4LCREW 4 cyl., CAB leather, all power, new,loaded, black, 1,014 miles .....$20,995 $19,900 fair condition, black, 342,618 miles .................................................................................................. $8,995...........$7,900 2002 1 TON EXPRESS 5.7L, V8, well equipped, goodcajun cond.,red, 31,039 miles .$26,995 2020 CHEVY CHEVY IMPALA PREMIER CARGO 4 DOOR,VAN, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, $25,900 blue, 252,939 miles .......................................................................................................................... $3,995...........$2,900 2020 CHEVY MALIBU LT 4 DOOR, 1.5L 4 cyl., well equipped, like new, brown, 31,285 miles ..............$19,995 $18,900 2002 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SPORT, 3.3L V6, loaded, fair cond., silver, 191,288 miles ................ $2,995...........$1,900 2002 CHEVY ½ TON SUBURBAN LT 4WD, 5.3L, V8, leather, loaded, good cond,. red, 231,470 miles . $7,995 ...........$4,900 2019 CHEVY CRUZE LT HATCHBACK, 1.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, brown, 12,614 miles ..$19,995 $18,900 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LTZ 4X4, 4.2L, 6 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, 2018 CHEVY LTmiles 4 DOOR, 1.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., blue, 19,808 miles ............................$16,995 $15,900 maroon,CRUZE 215,294 .................................................................................................................... $6,995...........$5,900 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 2WD, 4 dr., one owner, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., 2018 CHEVY CRUZE LT 4 DOOR, 1.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., one owner, silver, 64,984 miles .........$15,995 $14,500 beige, 182,686 miles ........................................................................................................................ $9,995...........$8,900 2001 SEQUOIA LIMITED 4WD,2.0L 4.7Lturbo V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, black, 219,764 miles . $5,995 ...........$4,900 2017 TOYOTA CHEVY MALIBU PREMIER 4 DOOR, 4 cyl., leather, loaded, likesharp, new, gray, 22,503 miles .... $22,995 $21,900 2001 GMC C6500 BOX TRUCK, 7.2L Caterpillar Diesel, well equipped, good cond., 2017 CHEVY CRUZE miles PREMIER 4 DOOR, 1.4L 4cyl., leather, loaded, exc. cond., white, 61,807 miles ...$15,995 $14,500 white, 225,365 ........................................................................................................................ $9,995...........$8,900

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2000 DAKOTA 4X4 equipped, P.U., 4.7L V8, very 63,823 nice, white, miles . $6,995...........$5,900 2016 DODGE CHEVY IMPALA LTSPORT 4 DOOR,EXT. 3.6LCAB V6, well veryloaded, nice, silver, miles167,762 ....................$15,995 $14,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 160,151 miles..................... $6,995...........$5,900 2012 CHEVY SONIC LT 4 DOOR, 1.4L turbo, 6 speed, loaded, super nice, red, 134,952 miles ......................$5,995 $4,900

CHEVROLET 2011 CHEVY MALIBU LT 4 DOOR, 2.4L 4 cyl., sunroof, all power, exc. cond., black, 114,323 miles .....$7,995

$6,900 2019 CHEVY CAMARO CONVERTIBLE, 3.6L V6, all power, like new, white, 2,160 miles ................... $37,995.........$36,900 2018 CHEVY IMPALA PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 40,784 miles ........ $20,995 .........$19,900 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT 4 DOOR, 1.4L 4 cyl., well equipped, very nice, one owner, 2017 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, super nice, maroon, 48,194 miles .... $15,995.........$14,900 white,CHEVY 66,008 MALIBU miles .............................................................................................................................$7,995 $6,900 2016 LT, 4 dr., 1.5L 4 cyl., all power, one owner, exc. cond., maroon, 32,100 miles ... $17,995.........$16,500 2016 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 1.5L 4 cyl., exc. cond., blue, 23,915 mi. .............................................. $17,995.........$16,900 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ 4 DOOR, 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, all power, exc. cond., 2013 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 51,875 mi. ..... $14,995.........$13,900 2010 LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 118,206 miles ...... $11,995...........$9,900 silver CHEVY 161,559IMPALA miles ............................................................................................................................$11,995 $10,500 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, well equipped, good cond., silver, 258,287 miles..................... $4,995...........$3,500 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4dr., 3.5LV6, loaded,exc. cond., blue,140,040 miles .....................................$11,995 $9,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 167,922 miles ............... $10,995...........$9,500 2007 COBALTLT, RS, 2 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., 5 speed, wellnice,maroon,167,922miles equipped, good cond., red,.........................$10,995 151,567 miles .. $3,995...........$2,900 2008 CHEVY CHEVY IMPALA 4dr.,3.9LV6,sunroof,loaded,very $9,500 1992 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, show car, 2004 CHEVY CONVERTIBLE, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, like new, yellow, 29,552 miles ..................$24,995 $23,900 maroon,SSR 55,589 miles .................................................................................................................... $15,995.........$14,900

OTHER OTHERMAKES MAKES 2019 CADILLAC XTS FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super sharp, black, 46,641 miles ...................... $26,995.........$25,500

2019 NISSAN CADILLAC XTS 4 SL, DOOR, 3.6L V6,4 leather, all power, sharp, 40,341 milesmiles .........................$27,995 $26,900 2018 ALTIMA 4 dr., 2.5L cyl., leather, loaded, veryblack, nice, gray, 44,950 .................. $16,995.........$15,500 2018 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, nice, silver, 41,226 miles........................ $20,995.........$19,500 2016 VOLKSWAGON PASSAT TSI 4 DOOR, 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., white, 77,826 miles ..$11,995 $10,900 2018 CADILLAC XTS AWD, 3.6L V6, sunroof, leather, loaded, like new, silver, 42,759 miles............... $30,995.........$29,900 2016 SCION IA, 4 dr., 1.5L 4 cyl., auto, all power,super gray,nice, 72,556 miles ...........................................$9,995 2015 TOYOTA LEXUS IS250 4 DOOR, 2.5L 6 cyl., sunroof, leather, black, 53,223 miles ......................$23,995 ...........$8,900 $22,900 2016 BUICK LACROSSE, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, gold, 17,321 miles ....................... $21,995.........$20,900 2010 BUICK BUICK LUCERNE CXL44dr., DOOR, V6, leather, loaded, super nice, $10,500 2016 LACROSSE, 3.6L 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, all power, supermaroon, nice, 94,666 miles ........$11,995 maroon, 25,788 miles .................................................................................................................... $24,995.........$23,500 2008 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, 2011 BUICK REGAL CXL, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, exc., cond., gray, 100,534 miles ............... $7,995...........$6,900 beige,FORD 69,814 milesSE, ..........................................................................................................................$10,995 $9,500 2010 FUSION 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., all power, very nice, gray, 181,948 miles .............................. $5,995...........$4,500 2008 MERCURY MILAN PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, 2004 TOYOTA CAMRY 4 DOOR, 2.4L 4 cyl., sunroof, loaded, fair cond., white, 353,576 miles .............$2,995 $1,500 beige, 69,814 miles ........................................................................................................................ $10,995...........$9,500 2007 4 dr., 3.5L V6, sunroof, nice, silver, miles ............................. $3,995...........$2,900 1998 SATURN PONTIAC AURA GRANDXE, PRIX COUPE, 3.8Lleather, V6, Daytona 500 pace car, 221,458 leather, loaded, sharp, 2002 BUICK CENTURY, 4 dr., 3.1L V6, well equipped, good cond., beige, unknown miles ..................... $2,995...........$1,900 blue, 163,367 miles ............................................................................................................................$5,995 $4,900 1994 JAGUAR XJS CONVERTIBLE, 4.0L 6 cyl., leather, loaded, show car, maroon, 52,066 miles...... $17,995.........$16,500

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