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Stars shine during ‘A Turner and Messina to take stage at fair Night in Hollywood’ SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE - Greenville High School gym was transformed into A Night in Hollywood on Saturday, March 4 – complete with the ‘stars’ of Darke County arriving on the red carpet. Saturday’s event was the third A Night in Hollywood held as a fundraiser for Darke County’s Special Olympics, planned and executed by the Greenville Career Tech Center’s Supply Chain Management students. What was originally a paper-only project for a Business Professionals of America competition has raised nearly $20,000 for Special Olympians - and a traveling trophy for the Supply Chain Management students, says Dara Buchy, teacher. “We have $7,000 in the bank already,” Buchy said Saturday evening, “before the night even started.” Buchy also said attendance was “double the number” from the 2016 fundraiser. Together, the 2015 and 2016 A Night in Hollywood events, along with some other community fundraisers planned by the high school students, brought in more than $13,000 for Darke County Special Olympics. Proceeds from the fundraisers stay in Darke County and go toward several programs for Special Olympians, including summer camps, Buchy said. The highlight of A Night in Hollywood was the arrival of several Special Olympics stars for the evening’s talent show. From singing to dancing to piano and xylophone solos, audience members were treated to a variety of talent acts. Choosing to perform an interpretive dance to their favorite song from Grease, “You’re the One That I Want,” were boyfriend and girlfriend duo Matthew

Portraying their favorite movie couple from Grease, Matthew Strickland and Lauren Warner (Clinton Randall photo)

Strickland of Arcanum and Lauren Warner of Greenville, complete with wigs and costumes to resemble John Travolta’s Danny and Olivia Newton-John’s Sandy. The couple, who will be celebrating their third anniversary in April, said Grease was one of their favorite movies. “We like the dancing and singing,” Lauren said, with Matthew adding their parents helped coordinate their outﬁts, which were ordered online. When asked if they were happy about A Night in Hollywood and how students plan it in support of Special Olympics, both Matthew and Lauren eagerly answered “Yes!.” Other Special Olympian stars who took center stage Saturday include Christian Ross, Maria Piper, Elizabeth Brewer, Mason Willetts, Gabby Smith, Ryan Burnett, and Carter Suttle. Also performing Saturday were the GHS Wavaires and the Taiko Drummers from Mississinawa Valley Schools. Acting as emcee for the evening was Joe Smith of Greenville. The evening also included a gift basket rafﬂe and silent art auction, with some of the art pieces by the Special Olympians. Several local businesses also made the evening a success through their donations and sponsorships of tables and tickets.

State charges widow with accidental death of husband CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – Following a motor vehicle accident in November that claimed the life of a former Greenville man, the State of Ohio ﬁled criminal charges against his widow, who was the driver. Margaret “Peggy” Rhoades faces two misdemeanor charges as a result of the tragic accident that killed her husband Bob on US 36 East on Nov. 19, 2016. Following an investigation of the crash, the Darke County Prosecutor’s Ofﬁce

determined Mrs. Rhoades was at fault for causing the accidental death of her husband of 45 years. She was charged with one count of Vehicular Homicide (M1) and one count of Vehicular Manslaughter (M2). A trial date of May 12 has been set in the Darke County Municipal Court. The 66-year-old could face up to nine months in jail if convicted as charged in the case. Mrs. Rhoades is represented by Garbig & Schmidt, LLC out of Arcanum. Darke County Assistant Prosecutor Jesse Green is handling the case for the state.

GREENVILLE – The directors of The Great Darke County Fair are pleased to announce that Josh Turner will headline the Aug. 20 concert during the 161st Great Darke County Fair. Turner is returning to the fair after performing in 2014. He will be joined by legendary country music performer Jo Dee Messina. Multi-platinum MCA Nashville recording artist Josh Turner, is one of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice and distinctive style, Turner has sold more than 12 million units, is a disciple of traditional country music and one of the youngest members of the Grand Ole Opry. From his 2003 Platinumselling debut Long Black Train to his most recent 2012 Billboard No. 1 release Punching Bag, Turner has garnered multiple GRAMMY, CMA, and ACM nominations. Turner’s hits include “Your Man,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” “Firecracker,” “Would You Go with Me,” “All Over Me,” and “Time Is Love,” the most played country song of 2012. Turner added author to his list of accomplishments. His ﬁrst book, Man Stuff: Thoughts on Faith, Family and Fatherhood was released in 2014. Turner is currently on the road in support of his latest radio single, “Hometown Girl,” which Rolling Stone Country notes, “pairs the South Carolina native’s un-

mistakable, country-to-thecore baritone with a modern, rollicking beat.” For more information on Josh Turner, visit www.JoshTurner.com. Jo Dee Messina will be the Special Guest that night, opening the show at 8 p.m. Messina is a seasoned veteran in the music industry, always evolving and reintroducing herself and her sound as she gains new experiences in life. Jumpstarting her career, Jo Dee’s breakout song, “Heads Carolina, Tails California,” made her a household name. Following the success of her debut, Jo Dee posted nine No. 1 hits, 16 Top 40 songs, sold over ﬁve million albums worldwide, and was honored by the ACM Awards, CMA Awards, and GRAMMY Awards. As Jo Dee’s résumé grew, she proved to be a trendsetter and historymaker, becoming the ﬁrst female in country music history to celebrate three consecutive multi-week, chart-topping songs. Jo Dee later parted ways with her long-time record label and embraced the strong, empowered female persona for which she became known. Taking matters into her own hands, Jo Dee created Dreambound Records, called on her fans to become her dedicated team, and released her most personal album to date, Me. Aside from her studio successes, Jo Dee has also created a reputation for herself as

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one of the most passionate, high-energy performers in the business. Sharing her hit tunes; newly penned, emotionally-driven songs; and personal testimony, Jo Dee has been traveling the country for many years, receiving rave reviews for her authenticity, commitment, and openness on stage. Hoping to inspire and enlighten fans from all walks of life with every step she takes, Jo Dee has made it her mission to present herself and her story with honesty, allowing people to see behind the masquerade. With a decorated past in the rearview mirror and endless dreams and an open road of possibility before her, this relatable woman, wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, speaker, author, and incredibly gifted singer-songwriter has only just begun. Fueled by faith, belief, and love, Jo Dee pours her heart and soul into everybody she meets and everything she touch-

es, which is perhaps why Jo Dee Messina is such a timeless name in the music industry. For more information visit jodeemessina. com/wired/ All seats are reserved. One hundred twenty VIP track seats will be sold at $55 each. Additional track seats are $40 each and Grandstand seats are $37 each. Tickets go on sale Saturday, March 11, 9 a.m., local time via internet (http://darkecountyfair. com/ticket-information) and by (937) 548-5044 using a debit or credit card. Beginning Monday, March 13, 2017, 8 a.m. local time, tickets may also be purchased at the Fair Box Ofﬁce, 800 Sweitzer St., Greenville. Persons three years of age and older are required to purchase a seat ticket. Persons under three years of age are admitted free providing they sit on the lap of a paying seat ticket holder.

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cess by collaborating with businesses and organizations. According to Mike Bowers, Darke County economic director, 53 people served by Darke DD are employed by 40 Darke County businesses. Another 41 individuals provide the community with 110 hours of volunteer service each month. Across the nation, only 17 percent of adults with disabilities are employed. Darke County more than doubles the national average with 35 percent employed. John Martin, director of Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, shared the story of his son and how he had to feed him and thought he enjoyed food. Because of Cerebral Palsy, his son was unable to talk or feed himself. Others tried to talk him into using a G2 feeding tube because they felt his son was having

trouble swallowing. The tube would allow him to continue feeding his son at home and allow the school to feed him at school. After much reluctance, he ﬁnally agreed. It didn’t take long to learn that his son was only eating at home because he knew it pleased his father. Martin’s lesson, “Many of us are in the position of making choices for other people. That can be a dangerous thing. We are projecting what is important to us on what is important for somebody else.” He added, “We’ve made a lot of decisions on who can work and who can’t work; who can live in the community and who can’t live in the community. A lot of those decisions are based on our own perceptions. I did not know Joel (his son) was afraid to eat until he had the choice not to eat.” Martin explained it is important to give choices and

allow the individuals to decide if this is something they want to do. Kevin Miller, director of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, said, “We came to Darke County because of the leadership and cutting edge thought process that you guys have. You guys are a leader in the state (for employment).” He encouraged employers thinking about hiring persons with disabilities to talk to the plant managers and store managers who are already hiring these persons. “There is a misconception that we should only look at things in food service or some type of janitorial.” Employers are ﬁnding these employees are showing up a half-hour early and staying a halfhour late and don’t complain about the work. Oftentimes these employees end up in higher paying positions.

Darke DD brings awareness to possibilities RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – “All people are valuable and have potential,” is the message the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Darke DD) has on all of its material. For Darke DD it is more than a slogan, it is a way of life. The message that Darke DD looks beyond their clients’ disabilities to ﬁnd their abilities was clear during the inaugural Darke County Board of DD Appreciation and March Disabilities Awareness Breakfast. Darke DD’s goal is to integrate all persons with disabilities into everyday life in a way that has never been done before. According to Superintendent Michael Beasecker, the way the county has cared for children and adults with disabilities has progressed tremendously from when the original children’s home was built near the turn of the 19th century to the start of the Anthony Wayne School today. The organization is celebrating 50 years since the board of development disabilities formed in Darke County and they are ﬁnding suc-

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GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT

Erratic driver cited for drug paraphernalia DRUGS On March 5 an officer was dispatched to the area of Jackson Street and the city limits in reference to a vehicle driving erratically and nearly causing accidents. The officer located the vehicle and began to follow it until another police unit arrived. Officers conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver, Jordan Bailey, who was found to have no driving privileges. While speaking with Bailey, the officer observed there were two syringes between his legs. According to the report, Bailey was extremely nervous and could not sit still. He admitted the syringes belonged to him and he uses them for heroin. Officers took the syringes as evidence and upon looking inside the vehicle, found a clear empty capsule with residue inside lying behind the driver’s seat. All three items were placed into the GPD property room as evidence. Bailey was issued a ticket for driving under suspension and a misdemeanor citation for a drug paraphernalia charge. Also, it was found Bailey had a prior conviction for possessing drug paraphernalia in November 2015. WANTED PERSON

On March 2 an officer was attempting to locate a known subject, Christopher J. Clear, who had a felony warrant for possession of heroin from Montgomery County. While checking, the officer located a male subject matching the description given on Devor Street near Sycamore Street. When the officer pulled over to the side of the road, he noticed Clear pull something from his front right pants pocket then throw it down on the ground by a tree. The officer approached Clear and asked him if he had discarded anything and he told the officer “no.” It was confirmed through LEADS/NCIC and Montgomery County that Clear had a felony warrant for heroin possession. Clear was arrested for the warrant and was patted down. He then refused to speak with the officer, who told another officer on scene he saw Clear throw something on the ground. The other officer located a small baggie with four capsules containing an unknown tan powdery substance. The unknown substance was transported it to the Greenville Police Department for field testing, which came back negative for heroin. The capsules were submitted into

the Bureau of Criminal and Investigations (BC&I) for analysis. Charges are pending per the lab results. Clear was transported to the Darke County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce and incarcerated without bond. On March 3 information was received by the police department about Gage Bradburn, who had an outstanding warrant. Bradburn had been picked up by an unknown person at the Towne House Motel and was being transported to his house in the 600 block of East Third Street. When ofﬁcers arrived at Bradburn’s home, they

asked him to step out of the vehicle, at which point Bradburn became agitated. He was arrested and placed in a police cruiser to transport to the Darke County Jail. Bradburn told ofﬁcers he needed medical attention and was transported instead to Wayne HealthCare. Bradburn had an emergency medical condition, which required him to be transported to a hospital in Dayton. Contact was made with a judge regarding this information. Bradburn was released per the judge and was later transported by medical transport to the

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Dayton hospital. The warrant is still active and is entered into LEADS. The original charge was a CPO violation and Bradburn must serve 80 days in jail at the court’s discretion. On March 4 an officer was on a call in the 200 block of Anderson Avenue and saw Christopher S. Hembree inside the residence. Hembree’s name was ran through LEADS/ NCIC and found to have an active felony warrant for a probation violation on an original charge of burglary through the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Hembree was arrested for the warrant without further incident and was transported to the Darke County Jail where he was incarcerated with no bond. CPO VIOLATION On March 3, an officer was dispatched to Birt Street in reference a civil protection order violation by Darrell Wintrow. The complainant told officers sometime before 9 a.m. a relative living in her home woke her up to tell her Wintrow was asleep on the couch. The complainant woke Wintrow and asked him to leave, at which point he left without incident. The complainant advised officers

Wintrow has keys and a garage door opener to the residence. It was determined Wintrow violated terms of the civil protection order issued Feb. 27, and served to him March 2. The protection order grants the complainant exclusive possession of the residence, and Wintrow is not permitted to be there. After contacting the assistant prosecutor, Wintrow was issued a misdemeanor citation for the CPO violation on March 5. While in contact with Wintrow, he admitted to ofﬁcers he was in residence on the above date. EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved. Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see. The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

New Madison Fire Dept. shares 2016 stats NEW MADISON – The members of the New Madison Community Volunteer Fire Company are pleased to offer the 2016 year-end report. The New Madison Community Volunteer Fire Company was established in 1888, as a volunteer organization. This department still remains as a volunteer organization with no compensation to any of its members who are on call 24-hours a day, sevendays a week and 365-days a year. Their roster consists of 30 volunteer members that are certified by the state of Ohio as follows: 15 volunteer; 10 level one firefighters; and five level two firefighters (the highest obtainable level). Other certifications including six first responders, one EMT-Basic; four Fire Inspectors; one Certified Fire Instructor; one Certified Assistant Fire Instructor; and 13 CPR Certified. They currently have three firefighters who are also on the city of Greenville’s Fire Department and two firefighters are on their auxiliary. The members had a total of 1,482 training hours for the years, which breaks down to 49.4 hours average per firefighter. The state requirement is 54hours every three years or 18-hours every year. They also have two meeting every month and one work

session a month. The department had 199 runs for 2016. Forty-two runs in Butler Township (including the village of Castine), 77 runs in Neave Township (including the village of Wayne Lakes), 27 in Harrison Township, and 25 in the village of New Madison. They had 24 mutual aid calls in Darke County, one mutual aid in Preble County and three mutual aid calls in Indiana. There were seven major fire losses, four structure fires, one heavy equipment and two vehicle fires for an estimated dollar loss of $230,000. Over 41 percent of their runs happened between 1 and 6 p.m. The top three run counts are auto accidents (43), assist EMS (26) and power lines down (23). They are at the station every Wednesday night. Meetings are the first and third Wednesdays, trainings the second Wednesday and work sessions the fourth Wednesday of each month. The department’s motto over the years has been “We the Team.” They would like to thank the community for supporting the New Madison Community Volunteer Fire Company for the past year. Without the townships, villages and community’s support they would not be able to provide the quality of service to the citizens that they expect.

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PRINTZ – Printz, 80, of Arcanum, died Thursday, March 2, 2017. Funeral services were held Monday, March 6 at Grace UMC, Ithaca. Burial is in Newcomer Cemetery. MOODY

– James “Jim” Jasper Moody, Veteran 81, of Ansonia, died Saturday, March 4, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service was held Thursday, March 9, 2017 at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

SHERRY – William C. “Bill” Sherry, 87, of Greenville, died Saturday, March 4, 2017. A service was held Wednesday, March 8, 2017 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Stelvideo Cemetery, Darke County. FOURMAN – Alta M. Fourman, 84, of Arcanum, died Monday, March 6, 2017. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family.

– Ronald “Ron” L. Jeffers, 69, of Greenville, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service was held Friday, March 10, 2017 at Greenville Baptist Temple. Burial is in Monroe Cemetery.

SEASE – Dale David Sease, 94, of Arcanum, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017. Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 13, 2017 at Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial will follow in Mote Cemetery. Visitation will be held 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. LINDEMUTH

– Marvin L. Lindemuth, Veteran 91, of Greenville and Bradenton, Fla., died Tuesday, March 7, 2017. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 13, 2017, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville CemeteryNew Section. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the funeral home.

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LACHAT – Nicole Marie Lachat, 31, of Greenville, died Tuesday, March 7, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at Grace Church, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

– Paul D. “Donnie” Shuttleworth, 76, of Arcanum, died Sunday, March 5, 2017. Funeral services were held Friday, March 10 at Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial is in Abbottsville Cemetery.

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District is pleased to announce the Down to Earth Book Club’s spring selection. For their sixth season, they will read The Moon by Whale Light: And Other Adventures Among Bats’ Penguins, Crocodilians, and Whales by Diane Ackerman. In a rare blend of scientiﬁc fact and poetic truth, the acclaimed author of A Natural History of the Senses explores the activities of whales, penguins, bats, and crocodilians plunging headlong into nature and coming up with highly entertaining treasures. Each quarter the Down

to Earth Book Club will feature a different book, some by well-known nature writers, some about outdoor adventure, and even some about pioneers settling Ohio. Everyone is invited to read the book and join them at the Nature Center to discuss the work, enjoy some yummy treats, and suggest future books. This season’s book club will meet on May 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center. Call ahead to let them know you plan on participating in the book club discussion in May. The Darke County Parks Nature Center can be reached at (937) 548-0165.

Down to Earth Book Club meets in May

Brown to be inducted as district Key Club leader BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – Greenville High School Key Club will be well represented at the state level this coming year. In January, GHS junior Landin Brown was elected Lieutenant Governor to oversee a group of Key Clubs in Ohio’s Division 3, which includes clubs in Greenville, Covington, Piqua, Miami East, Troy, and Tri-Village schools. Brown, who joined the Key Club during his sophomore year, currently serves as secretary. Sponsored by local Kiwanis organizations, high school Key Clubs work to ﬁnd ways to serve their communities by providing their members service opportunities and draw at-

Jordan, DCCA executive director. “We are encouraging those who want to be a part of the rafﬂe to get their tickets right away, because there will only be 75 tickets sold.” The winner will receive a $5,000 voucher to customize their Irish experience through Brendan Vacations. Brendan Vacations specializes in travel to Ireland and Scotland and has been providing authentic vacation experiences for

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library will feature the movie Steam Boat Bill Jr. in March. In this silent comedy, college boy William Canfield Jr. (Buster Keaton) reunites with his boat captain father in a Mississippi River town. Though he’s flummoxed by Willie’s citified appearance, the elder Canfield seems to have found an ally to help him compete with fellow riverboat owner John James King (Tom McGuire). Willie finds himself falling for King’s daughter, Mary (Marion Byron), but he has more pressing concerns when the weather turns bad and his father is arrested This 1928 feature-length comedy was released by United Artists and the last product of Keaton’s independent production. Directed by Charles Reisner the film was named after a popular Arthur Collins 1911 song “Steamboat Bill.” In 2016 the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant.” Keaton performs his best known stunt in this film

over the past 47 years. “Off to the Isle” raffle tickets can be purchased through the DCCA office. Darke County Center for the Arts presents and promotes performing and fine arts encouraging cultural enrichment. All proceeds from the “Off to the Isle” raffle will go to DCCA programming and the arts in Darke County. For more information and to purchase tickets contact DCCA at (937) 547-0908.

Chiropractic and children GREENVILLE – Chiropractors have been taking care of children for over 120 years. Children need chiropractic care just as much if not more than adults do. Chiropractic has been scientiﬁcally proven to help with several common childhood illnesses, such as asthma, colic, autism, ADHD, ear infections, and more. Johnston Chiropractic

tention to social issues. Brown has been involved in a number of local service projects sponsored by Key Club. “We’re a student-run, service-based club, planning fun and interesting service projects for our students to participate in,” explained Brown, who said he believes teens who help plan and participate in service activities are “building a base for community service” for when they are adults. “If we as a society, if we don’t learn to give back and help those around us, we’ll just become more and more selﬁsh. We need to help support each other,” Brown shared. Some of the local Key Club projects Brown has participated in include Box City, which is set for April

Library ﬁlm features Steam Boat Bill Jr.

Time running out to purchase raffle ticket GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts wishes you the luck of the Irish this spring with the return of the exciting fundraising raffle “Off to the Isle.” One lucky winner will receive a trip for two to Ireland through AAA and Brendan Vacations. DCCA will be selling a limited number of chances for this exclusive raffle. Raffle Tickets are $100 each. There is only one week left to purchase a ticket; the winner will be drawn at DCCA’s annual Irish themed fundraising event the Irish Wave, March 17 at the Montage Cafe. “In looking for new ways for the community to support DCCA and the arts we decided to expand on one of our favorite evenings, Irish Wave celebrates all things Irish, and through our “Off to the Isle” raffle we will be giving one lucky winner the ultimate Irish experience,” stated Andrea

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where a building front falls all around him. Join movie lovers at the Greenville Public Library on March 23 at 7 p.m. Ryan Carpe will lead a brief discussion after the movie and as always there will be free theater popcorn, candy, coffee, and Jones Soda.

22 this year. Box City raises awareness of the homeless situation, Brown said, explaining how participants make shelters out of cardboard boxes to sleep in overnight. “We’ll also have a guest speaker,” Brown said, as well as a service project to benefit homeless shelters. Other events have included a fundraiser for a high school student’s family, whose mother was being treated for cancer and a canned food drive contest between Piqua and Greenville Key Clubs. Greenville currently has possession of the trophy for this service project, Brown said. As a Key Club district lieutenant governor, Brown will be responsible for helping plan and implement district service projects as keep clubs notified about events. Brown, who will be inducted during a three-day Key Club conference in Dublin, Ohio this weekend, is very involved in several activities at GHS, including varsity football, varsity wrestling and varsity track. He is currently serving as junior class president and holds offices with the high school’s Art Club and SADD, in addition to Key Club. He is a member of the Science

Greenville High School Junior Landin Brown will serve as Lieutenant Governor for Key Club District 3. (Susan Hartley photo)

Club, National Honor Society and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Brown, the son of Mart and Kathy Brown of Greenville, also attends Christian Life Center in Vandalia, where he volunteers and has been involved with the Hands Against Hunger outreach. Following high school graduation, Brown said he plans to attend a fouryear university to study graphic or media design. He currently is enrolled in the computer information systems program at the Career Technology Center and is employed by the school’s tech team.

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CHURCH & SOCIAL

Ministers Quartet to sing at local church GREENVILLE – The Minister’s Quartet will be coming to Greenville on March 19 for a concert at Triumphant Christian Center, 1129 South Towne Court; the concert begins at 6 p.m. Ron Pence is the bass/ owner of this group. He was saved at the age of 13. He developed a love for Southern Gospel Music and has been singing since then. He started playing bass for “The Lifters” at age 15 and his musical caDARKE COUNTY SINGLES

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reer grew from there. Scott Evans is the tenor for The Ministers Quartet. He has a degree in Business and Hotel Management but has a true passion for gospel music and feels blessed to be able to sing with The Ministers Quartet. Mike Sanderfur sings the lead part for the quartet. He says he comes from a long line of singers and music has always played an important part in his life. Mike started singing at the age of seven with his mom, dad and brother. He learned to play bass and has been singing and playing gospel music ever since. He was excited when the door opened for him to be part of The Ministers Quartet in 2015. Rex Crockett is the baritone singer for the group. He is the newest member and he says he is ﬁnding pleasure and excitement in

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sharing God’s love through sharing his musical talent as The Minister’s Quartet travels the country. Larry Lambert, a retired part of the group served in the U S Navy, sang in several gospel music groups,

and earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theology so he could share God’s Word along with his music. He continues to travel with the group and participates as the opportunity comes.

Pete Mercer Band ministers in Union City UNION CITY – Pete Mercer Band will be ministering in music and Word at Word of Life Worship Center, 1395 Ellis Road, Union City (nine miles north of Union City) on March 26, 10:30 a.m. The Pete Mercer Band is made up of all family who have been in the music ministry for many years. They are known for bringing an atmosphere of heaven wherever they go. They understand how worship can literally change lives in the midst of God’s presence and love, and they desire one thing: to life high the name of Jesus, and make Him known to the world. The ministering team

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Pot-pie supper in Gettysburg GETTYSBURG – The Gettysburg Lions are having their annual Pot-Pie Supper on March 25. It will be held at the Valentine Building at the Gettysburg Park (north of town). Serving begins at 4:30 p.m. and continues until 7 p.m. and when they sell out. The cost is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children under 12. The menu includes allyou-can-eat beef or chicken pot-pie, mashed potatoes, green beans, Jello salad or apple sauce, roll and coffee or juice. Sodas and pie will be available for an extra charge. This year, they are having a preventative eye screening for children three to six-years old. Bring your kids and grandkids and get them checked; and maybe stop problems in the future. This will take place during the dinner.

March of Dimes hosts 2017 March for Babies GREENVILLE – March for Babies is the largest annual fundraising event for the March of Dimes whose mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. The 2017 March for Babies is scheduled for May 6, 2017 at the Darke County Fairgrounds. The event includes both a five and a half mile walk and a one mile family fun stroll. Also included are activities for the whole family including a “Kids Zone”, continuous entertainment, plenty of food, and new this year is a Super Hero Sprint and a Memory Garden. They are excited to share they will be enhancing our walks across the country! At March for Babies we will hope, remember and celebrate together, by bringing their mission to the forefront. These three areas of focus will be featured at all of their festival sites, and along our walk routes. “Hope” represents their lifesaving work in prevention and treatment, and our robust accomplishments since their founding. Their “Remember” signature activities will allow participants the opportunity to commemorate those babies that have been lost. “Until every baby survives, we will walk to remember those we lost.” At the festival site, those who have experienced loss will find a meaningful way to remember their baby by planting a “butterfly flower” with their baby’s name in the Memory Garden. “Celebrate” will focus on their NICU graduates and all children with their families. You won’t want

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Tegtmeyer earns degree

SALT LAKE CITY – Erin Tegtmeyer of Arcanum has received her Master of Education in Learning and Technology from Western Governors University (WGU). The university held its 32nd semi-annual commencement ceremony at the Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando on Feb. 11 and celebrated the graduation of more than 11,000 graduates.

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Name: Grant Montgomery Allread Age: 4 years Birthday: March 1, 2013 Parents: Steve & Allison Allread, Centerville Grandparents: RJ & Nita Allread, Greenville and Mark & Corinne Huey, Springboro

to miss their Superhero Sprint which will be complete with purple superhero capes. Loads of good times waiting for you in the Kids Zone. The Superhero Sprint is a kids “fun run” that is new at all March for Babies walk sites in 2017. The Superhero Sprint is a terrific way for your children (10 years old and under) to have their very own race at 8:30 a.m. before the March for Babies at 9 a.m. With your $20 registration fee per child or $30 per family, your child will receive a purple Superhero Cape that says “proof miracles do happen” and will be registered for the 50-yard dash. Payment will be taken at the walk so please arrive by 8 a.m. to park and register your Superhero as the race will begin at 8:30 a.m. “The monies raised fund research to discover the unknown causes of premature birth and find new ways to stop it. There is no more worthwhile cause than helping give babies a healthy start in life. Our goal is to raise $84,000. We are confident our team of leaders will work together to organize supporters and raise these urgently needed funds.” said Hallie McIntyre, Development Manager for the March of Dimes. Also, they are currently looking for members of the community to join their Logistics Committee that meets once a month for one hour and works to develop and finalize the logistics of the walk. Also, they are looking for members to join their Executive Leadership Team which helps to foster relationships and partnerships to for the 2018 March for Babies. Anyone interested in participating in the March for Babies or volunteering with a committee for the event can do so by contacting Hallie McIntyre, Development Manager of the March of Dimes at (937) 329-9274 or hmcintyre@marchofdimes. org. For the latest resources and health information, visit marchofdimes. org and nacersano.org. If you have been touched by prematurity or birth defects, visit shareyourstory.org community to find comfort and support. For detailed national, state, and local perinatal statistics, visit persistats.org. You can also find them on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

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READERS WRITE GSC Calendar Year The following is a portion of the letter submitted to BOE members: At the February 16, 2017 Board of Education meeting, it was reported the BOE was discussing the 2017-2018 school calendar in relation to county fair. Then BOE member, David Madden, questioned why students would get a whole week off and then proceeded to state, “The kids don’t participate the entire week.” I would like to clarify student involvement during the fair as this misconception could have an impact on your decision. Starting the school year after the conclusion of the county fair seems like a tradition for almost every Darke County school. As a GCS taxpayer and a 2014 alumnus, I agree and understand the value of education and the reasoning of beginning the school year earlier. It makes sense; we have two multi-million dollar state-of-the-art facilities with climate control. However, we must think of the experiences and community enrichment that would be taken away if school was in session this week. GCS identiﬁes its vision statement as the following “All students and adults will be actively engaged in challenging and interesting schoolwork that prepares them to make positive contributions to our community and to our world.” 4-H and the other youth organizations listed above have the same vision that GCS possess. Students that are actively involved in 4-H learn far more than the projects they take.

In a study conducted by Tufts University, 4-H youth are 3.3 times more likely to contribute to their community than other activities. The study concluded by saying, “4-H youth are substantially more likely than other youth to make contributions to their communities.” Since GCS and 4-H have very similar vision statements, why penalize the youth who are continually working towards that common goal and want to exhibit that goal at the county fair. I encourage the BOE to truly discern the school’s calendar in regards to the county fair. If school ofﬁcials do decide to move the school year’s start date before the conclusion of the county fair, I ask that you consider the active involvements of the youth within 4-H and other organizations. Allowing the participating youth to be exempt from class for the duration of the fair would have to be a must. The Jr. Fair portion of the county fair is like the county science fair. Just as the students spend months working towards showcasing their research project results, the Jr. Fair exhibitors spend months working to showcase their results of their projects. The county fair is more than just fair food, carnival rides, and grandstand events. It’s a time for over 1,500 Jr. Fair exhibitors to showcase what they have learned all year from their nearly 6,500 projects that are exhibited at The Great Darke County Fair. Thomas Shaw, Greenville

COLUMBUS – State Senator Bill Beagle (RTipp City) announced the Ohio Legislative Service Commission is accepting applications through April 1, 2017 for the 2018 Legislative and Telecommunications Fellowship Program. The Commission will hire 24 fellows to serve in the Ohio General Assembly for the 2018 calendar year. “Legislative fellows play an invaluable role in managing the process associated with developing public policy,” said Beagle. “This program gives recent graduates the opportunity to work alongside leaders in public service, equipping them with unparalleled experience in the work of state government.” Legislative fellows assist members of the Ohio General Assembly with constituent correspondence, writing press releases, performing legislative research, attending meetings and performing various administrative tasks. Telecommunications fellows aid in televising Senate and House sessions and committee hearings, as well as in preparing educational video productions about the General Assembly and the legislative process. Fellows are paid $31,200 per year and will receive full state of

Ohio employee benefits, with the chance to earn a $2,000 bonus determined by length of service to the program. The Legislative Fellowship Program is open to applicants of all major fields of study who desire to learn more about state government; no political experience is required. Prospective telecommunications fellows must have majored or minored in a telecommunicationsrelated field or have comparable experience. To be eligible for either program, applicants must have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a four-year college program by the December start date. Applicants with graduate or professional degrees may also apply. Legislative fellowship application materials must be postmarked by April 1, 2017 to earn consideration for the program. The deadline for telecommunications applicants is April 30, 2017. More information and application instructions may be found below: Ohio Legislative Service Commission, Attn: Fellowship Program Coordinators, Vern Riffe Center, 77 South High Street, Ninth Floor Columbus, OH 432156136, (614) 466-3615; www.lsc.ohio.gov/fellowship.

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Deaf history offers valuable lessons On March 13, 1988, Dr. I. Jordan King was elected as the first BILL BEAGLE deaf president OHIO SENATE of Gallaudet BILL BEAGLE U n i v e r s i t y . OHIO SENATE Before this date, Gallaudet University, the first school for the advanced education of the deaf and hard of hearing in the world, had never selected a deaf individual as its president. On April 15, 1817, the United States established its first permanent Deaf School, the Connecticut Asylum for the Education and Instruction of Deaf and Dumb Persons, now the American School for the Deaf in Hartford, Conn. These are two momentous dates in American Deaf History, and they are the lifeblood of Senate Bill 27. Senate Bill 27 will designate the period beginning March 13 and ending April 15 as “Ohio Deaf History

Faber honored for open government COLUMBUS—State Representative Keith Faber (R-Celina) recently received the Ohio Coalition for Open Government’s public service award for “achievement in public policy on open government.” Faber was recognized for his work on Senate Bill 321, from last General Assembly, which creates Ohio’s ﬁrst –ever statutory process to for settling public record disputes. Senate Bill 321 provides greater transparency and accessibility while also protecting public ofﬁces from expensive legal costs associated with the disputes. “I am honored to receive this award from the Ohio Coalition for Open Government,” said Faber. “Transparency is incredibly important and I am glad we could work together on Senate Bill 321 to make public records more affordable and accessible for Ohioans.”

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Month.” I find this to be an important step in raising awareness of deaf culture and history throughout our great state. Deaf history is rich and complex, but not without adversity. Those born deaf in Ancient Greece faced extreme obstacles as a result of their condition. These individuals’ livelihood was limited entirely by the ignorance of others, as no avenue of communication had been developed at this time. Evidence of finger spelling and handshape charts has been discovered from as early as 1620. American Sign Language, which has its roots in the early 19th century, contains echoes of the even older French Sign Language. Still, the elaborate, vibrant, and at times difficult history of deaf culture is seldom given the acknowledgment it deserves or the advocacy it needs. My sister is a teacher of American Sign Language

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and introduced me to Deaf Culture. For others, the establishment of Ohio Deaf History Month will assist in increasing awareness of this deserving cause and the commendable community which it serves. The history of deaf culture offers lessons beneﬁcial to all. In deaf culture, one who is engaging in conversation is rarely interrupted by another until they give a visual indicator that they are ﬁnished with their remarks. This is the essence of productive conversation and a missing element to the incendiary dialogue of today. What’s more, the adaptivity and

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upping Versaillesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; a lead to 4-2 lead, a lead that would stand until the ďŹ nal buzzer. Back-to-back Danielle Winner and Elizabeth Ording layups and a Camille Watren free-throw had the Lady Tigers leading 9-2 bringing a timeout from the Badin bench. Six Lady Tigers put points on the ďŹ rst period board led by four points each from K. McEldowney and D. Winner giving Versailles a 16-9 lead after one period of play. The Lady Rams used the ďŹ rst 7:59.9 of the second quarter to outscore the Lady Tigers 13-9 and cut Versailles lead to 25-22 before Watren launched a long three with the ball banking off the glass with 0:00 showing giving Versailles a 28-22 halftime advantage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a drill that ends with a half-court shot,â&#x20AC;? Stonebraker said of Watrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst half buzzer beater. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We still play

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SPRINGFIELD â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Lady Tigers reached the Elite Eight with a 50-36 win over the Badin Lady Rams. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had great leadership out there,â&#x20AC;? said Versailles Coach Jacki Stonebraker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They knew what to do. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t realize how much hard work they have put in and they deserve to be here.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I knew at least for the ďŹ rst half â&#x20AC;Ś the third quarter they (Badin) were going to be ready,â&#x20AC;? added Stonebraker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just felt like as the game wore on we still had energy, we still had a lot of enthusiasm and we were able to stiďŹ&#x201A;e them with our zone defense.â&#x20AC;? A Kami McEldowney layup gave the Lady Tigers a 2-0 ďŹ rst quarter lead at 7:52 followed by a Badin ďŹ eld goal for a 2-2 score. Ellen Peters nailed a 4-foot jumper in the paint

that the day before every game.â&#x20AC;? Coach Stonebraker made a defensive adjustment coming out of halftime going to a little used zone defense to offset the play of Badin post players, 6-1â&#x20AC;? Emma Broermann and 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;1â&#x20AC;? Claire McCurley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like to go to zone especially when they have good shooters on the outside,â&#x20AC;? said Stonebraker, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I felt like we needed to change things up with our post players. They were scoring well on us inside. All their shots were in the paint so we decided to go to the 3-2 zone that we play. I felt conďŹ dent â&#x20AC;Ś when we went back it kinda stiďŹ&#x201A;ed them. It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let them get good looks at the basket and we were able to rebound.â&#x20AC;? Badinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Broermann had 10 ďŹ rst half points only to be shutout in second half play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were able to gang rebound a little bit more on her because we had

both posts insice.,â&#x20AC;? added Stonebraker, â&#x20AC;&#x153;She (D. Winner) did a great job. Danielle was not afraid to bang with either one of them.â&#x20AC;? Versailles would take periods two and three by identical 11-7 scores to lead 39-29 after three periods of play and win going away by a ďŹ nal 50-36 score. Versailles got balanced scoring with three Lady Tigers reaching double ďŹ gures led by Daniel Winnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 13 points, followed with 11 K. McEldowney points and 10 from Watren. Ording contributed eight points while 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;1â&#x20AC;? freshman Lindsey Winner was adding six points including a crucial third quarter basket. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Two dribbles with the right hand, spin around over her right shoulder,â&#x20AC;? Stonebraker said of Lindseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basket. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was beautiful. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of her moves. She really likes that move.â&#x20AC;? Versailles Scoring â&#x20AC;&#x201C; D.

Danielle Winner scores two of her game high 13 points for Versailles in Regional tournament win over Badin (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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Darke County puts three on podium at state meet BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

of the athletes had podium ďŹ nishes, but all had great performances going against the top ranked athletes in the state. Darke Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pole vaulters proved they could easily matchup with the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best in D1 and D2&3. Greenville senior AJ Frens had the best ďŹ nish of both meets with a state runner-up title in D1

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boys pole vault. Frens ďŹ nished with a jump of 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6â&#x20AC;?, just four-inches behind the meetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best mark. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I did pretty good considering what Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done in the past,â&#x20AC;? said Frens. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was overall happy with my performance. I got on some bigger poles I hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t got on earlier this season.â&#x20AC;? He added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We exceeded our expectations. His teammate, junior Ryan Trick also made a trip to the podium with a sixth place ďŹ nish. Trick admits having Frens as a teammate pushes him to get better. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was able to get up to the heights Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m normally at,â&#x20AC;? he said. He was thrilled with the competition and the chance to compete against Frens and state champion Matt Peare, of Hoover, and the high level of competition. Frens and Trick are both ready to move onto the outdoor season, but they will have one more indoor meet before they start

vaulting outdoors. Frens will be competing for a national title in Brooklyn, NY at the Armory in the New Balance Nationals. Trick will also be competing, but in the Emerging Elite division. Ansoniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Brock Shellhaas is the highest ranked freshman in the nation and he proved he will be a force to contend with over the next four years. The Tiger was the only other Darke Countian to make a trip to the podium with his tie for third place. He completed the meet with a 14-foot vault. He will also be heading to New York to compete in the New Balance Nationals in the Emerging Elite division. Darke County also had representation in pole vault from Greenville senior Meg Rehmert and Franklin Monroe freshman Selene Weaver. Rehmert was not too disappointed with her 15th place ďŹ nish. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I stayed pretty consistent

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to how I did during the indoor season,â&#x20AC;? she said. As she moves into the outdoor season, Rehmert is hoping to break the school record of 11â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 10â&#x20AC;? and reach the 12foot mark. Weaver competed in the D2&3 meet and set a personal record with her vault of 10-feet, which was good enough for a 13th place ďŹ nish. Franklin Monroe also sent two girls to compete in shot put. Nicole Berry fouled her ďŹ rst two throws, which forced her to be a lit-

tle too conservative on her third attempt. The FM senior ďŹ nished in 10th place. She will be heading to the New Balance Nationals to compete with the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top shot put athletes. She is currently ranked ďŹ fth in the nation. Senior Hannah Eley ďŹ nished in 17th place. Arcanum sent its boys 4x800 meet relay team to the state meet. The team of Stephens, Coats, Delk and Vanatta ďŹ nished higher than their seeding with a 14th place ďŹ nish.

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AJ Frens, Meg Rehmert and Ryan Trick are proud of their performances at the OATCCC State Indoor Track & Field Meet.

ARCANUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Arcanum Lady Trojans tournament run came to an end with a 58-31 loss to the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s No. 1 ranked OHSAA D-III Summit Country Day Lady Silver Knights, a private school drawing students from throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky as well as international students. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We came in this thing â&#x20AC;Ś we really werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afraid of who we were playing,â&#x20AC;? said Versailles Coach Matt Grote. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We knew they were undefeated, we knew they were number one in the state but we were going to give it our all and go after our game plan.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;They left it on the court,â&#x20AC;? added Grote. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All the girls left it on the court, the seniors left it on the court and really that is all you can ask. They gave all.â&#x20AC;? Summit jumped out to an early 16-3 advantage af-

ter one period of play. The Lady Trojans used 10 Stevie Johnting second quarter points to put 15 points on the board only to have the Lady Silver Nights add 18 points in the period sending the teams to the break with the Cincinnati school holding a 33-18 advantage. Country Day took period No. 3 by a 10-6 score giving the Lady Silver Knights a 43-24 lead. The stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s No. 1 team would score 15 fourth quarter points while the Lady Trojans were adding seven points to the board bringing Aranumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s girls basketball season to a close but not before capturing the 2016-2017 OHSAA D-III District runner-up trophy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a great group of girls,â&#x20AC;? Coach Grote noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a friendship there that a lot of teams probably donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have. They game it all for one another on the court and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m proud of them this year.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;If you would have told

me at the beginning of the year we would be in district ďŹ nals, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure I would have believed you but they worked hard they got better every week, every day,â&#x20AC;? Grote stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They did some really good things this year.â&#x20AC;? Five Lady Trojans seniors wore the Orange and Black for the Lady Trojans for the ďŹ nal time on the court; Kaitlyn Zell, Stevie Johnting, McKenzie Sharritts, Brittany Kinney and Madi Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Daniel. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have some very athletic girls, very talented girls,â&#x20AC;? Groted said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stevie is going to Cedarville (University) to play basketball. Madi just signing with IU East to go golf and the McKenzie and Kaitlyn are going to play softball. They are competitors. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to miss them. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re great kids and great athletes.â&#x20AC;? Arcanum Scoring â&#x20AC;&#x201C; S. Johnting 12, G. Garno 6, B. Kinney 4, M. Sharritts 3, S. Artz 2, K. Zell 2, M. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Daniel 2

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Versailles boys join Sweet 16 with District Championship win BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

DAYTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Tigers boys basketball team used a strong 38-14 ďŹ rst half to defeat the North College Hill Trojans 72-59 and join the ranks of the OHSAA D-III Sweet Sixteen with a Thursday night District Championship victory. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anytime you can move on in tournament youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re happy,â&#x20AC;? said Versailles Coach Travis Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re one of 16 left â&#x20AC;Ś weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready to go.â&#x20AC;? Versailles jumped out to an 8-0 lead in the ďŹ rst three and a half minutes of the game with an AJ Ahrens layup and back-to-back

Connor Custenborder and Alex Wendel threes. Keaton McEldowney followed a Trojansâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; free-throw with a trey upping Versailles advantage to 11-1. A Custenborder 12 foot jumper closed out ďŹ rst quarter scoring giving the Tigers an 18-6 lead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just went out and played basketball,â&#x20AC;? Swank said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Connor Custenborder come out big tonight and Austin Knapke stepped up offensively as well. We needed all of them here tonight and we ended coming out on the right end of it.â&#x20AC;? Period No. 2 had Versailles adding 20 points to the board with ďŹ ve players getting in the scoring col-

umn led by Justin Ahrensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; nine points and Knapkeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ ve points including a three while holding College Hill to eight points sending the teams to the break with the Tigers holding a 38-14 halftime lead. North College Hill battled back in the second half outscoring the Tigers 25-16 in the third period of play and took the fourth quarter by a 20-18 score only to come up short with Versailles moving on in tournament play with a 72-59 win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just stopped doing what we have been telling them all year as far as our motion,â&#x20AC;? Coach Swank said of second half play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was one pass instead of two or

Union City â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;dream teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; makes history, shatters records BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. - The Union City Lady Indians Basketball team ďŹ nished their season on Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis - securing their place in the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history as the only team to ever play for a state championship. Despite ďŹ nishing just one win shy of a state championship, their 24-5 record made them the winningest team in Lady Indian Basketball history. They are also the only Randolph County girls basketball team to make to the state ďŹ nals. On the road to this seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IHSAA Class A State Runner-Up title, the Union City â&#x20AC;&#x153;dream teamâ&#x20AC;? has not only made history, but has shattered the record books. As individuals, all ďŹ ve starters hold at least one Union City school record. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Amazing! This team owns 60 percent of the total records,â&#x20AC;? stated Assistant Coach Keith Fields. Senior Courtney Wise holds the record in numerous categories, including most points in a game (39), in a season (416) and career (1,178). Her superb scoring ability led to securing the most two-point baskets in a season (169), career (463), best percentage in a game (10/10) and best career percentage (52.3). Defensively, Courtney has the most blocks in a game (7), season (63) and career (176). Senior Baylee Hartman is deďŹ nitely known

Versailles Tigers boys basketball team celebrate OHSAA District Championship (Gaylen Blosser photo)

three, or four or ďŹ veâ&#x20AC;Śit was just one pass and try to go. They are too quick and athletic to do that. They changed stuff on offense too, but you take a win no matter which way you get it at this time of the year.â&#x20AC;? The ďŹ nal period saw the Trojans sending Versailles to the free-throw line where the Tigers made 10-17 tosses

while making 16-27 on the night for 59 percent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If feel like if we can play like we did in the ďŹ rst half for two halves, I think we will be a really tough out,â&#x20AC;? Swank stated. We have a pretty complete team. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a post presence like some teams do but we have a lot of guys that are unselďŹ sh and share the ball

as well as anybody else. If we can keep on being unselďŹ sh and share I think we have a good shot.â&#x20AC;? Justin Ahrens led a balance Versailles scoring attack with 24 points. Versailles Scoring: J. Ahrens 24, C. Custenborder 12, A. Wendel 11, A. Knapke 10, AJ Ahrens 8, K. McEldowney 7

Patriots earn sectional championship downing Troy Christian BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

The 2016-17 Union City Lady Indians Basketball team â&#x20AC;&#x201C; IHSAA Class A State Runner-Up. See tons more photos and video from their road to the state ďŹ nals at bluebagmedia.com (Clinton Randall photo)

for crashing the boards for the Lady Indians. She claimed the rebound record for the most in a season (338) and career (855). Baylee also has her name next to the most steals in a game (11), which is pretty impressive for a post player. Senior Kelsey Zimmers has been UCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-range shooter. She holds the record for most three-pointers in a season (55), career (112) and is tied for most treys in single game (6). Senior Kora Kerns is known for her speed and has been a key component in the Lady Indian defensive pressure. She has the record for most career steals (291) on the team. Junior Justiss Cantu was the only non-senior starter for Union City this season. The teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 5-foot tall point guard is known for her outstanding ball control and ďŹ nding openings in the opposing defense when it counts. Cantu holds school record for most assists in a game (14), season (133) and career (358). As a team, the Lady Indians have won the

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Kim Custenborder roots on the Versailles boys basketball team in tournament win over Dayton Christian (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Tri-Eastern Conference the last three years - winning it outright for the 2016-17 season. They have emerged victorious as back-to-back Holiday Tournament Champions and Sectional Champions the last two seasons. With their biggest accomplishments in the tournament of bringing home the hardware this season as IHSAA Class A Regional Champions and made history as the only UCHS SemiState winners and State Finals Runner-Up. Aside from the records and championships, this team will deďŹ nitely be remembered by many for always inviting the opposing team to center court, following every game, for a prayer huddle and to give thanks to God for whom has bestowed so many blessings on not only the team, but the Union City community as a whole. They were even commended with a written letter and signed basketball ball this year from four-time Olympic gold-medalist and former WNBA star, Tamika Catchings, for their spiritual display of sportsmanship. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These girls will be remembered for what they have done for this community, this school, this county and even this state. They have amazing character that will carry with them throughout the rest of their lives!â&#x20AC;? said Head Coach Sarah Black, who surpassed her mentor this season as the all-time winningest coach at Union City with 85 wins. Along with Cantu, junior Ellie Kerns, who had an incredible season coming off the bench, will return for the 2017-18 season with several other talented players and up-and-comers in hopes of continuing the winning legacy of Union City Lady Indians Basketball.

TROY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Tri-Village Patriots defeated the Troy Christian Eagles 52-21 to secure an OHSAA Southwest District D-IV sectional title. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had some really good teams at Tri-Village,â&#x20AC;? said Tri-Village Coach Josh Sagester. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That might have been one of the most convincing sectional ďŹ nal wins and best team effort Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had in a while. I was real pleased with our kids today.â&#x20AC;? A slow start greeted the teams with the Eagle using back-to back free-throws to gain an early 2-0 lead over the Patriots. Tri-Village took advantage of a Jonny Wilson three-pointer with 5:29 on the ďŹ rst quarter clock to give the Patriots a 3-2 lead and start an 11-0 run ďŹ rst quarter run giving the Patriots an 11-2 lead after one period of play. The Patriots pushed its lead to 24-2 completing a run of 24 unanswered points before Troy Christian would close out second quarter scoring draining two three-pointers sending the teams to the break with Tri-Village holding a 24-8 halftime advantage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was quite a performance,â&#x20AC;? Sagester said of the Patriots 24-0 scoring run. The boys from New Madison used 12 Johnny Wilson third quarter

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$1.6 million planned in GHS students donate to Wayne HealthCare “I want to use the capital improvements funds to continue to bring BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The city is planning almost $1.6 million in capital improvements for 2017. Greenville City Council learned which projects the city’s administration wants to work on throughout the rest of the year at their March 7 regular meeting. According to Safety Service Director Curt Garrison, the biggest part of the Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funds will be earmarked for maintenance paving. The administration is asking for $785,740.91 for these projects. He explained the Planning & Zoning Department “went out on a limb” with this request. “As a department, we know that it is a priority of this council to focus time and energy on maintenance paving.” Councilman Tracy Tryon agreed, “This is a matter of getting the most for our bucks.” He estimated it would take 50 years for the city to repave all of the roads in the corporation limit. This aggressive maintenance paving schedule is expected to address the worst streets in the city. These funds do not take into account the paving projects planned for North Broadway and Fourth and Sweitzer Streets. The city has been saving their share of the permissive license fee money for those projects. In addition to maintenance paving, the city will be purchasing new equipment, paying on loans and completing several projects. The loans being paid include the ﬁre department’s aerial platform truck and the zero percent interest 30-year loan for the intersection project at Ohio and East Main Streets. New equipment

will include vehicles for the fire chief and planning & zoning department, and skid loader with attachments, mini excavator with attachments and a one-ton vehicle for the street department. The city will also upgrade the payroll system due to outdated software at a cost of $40,000. Some of the projects for 2017 include the sidewalks on the west side of Ohio Street from where last year’s intersection project ended to Greenmore, complete ADA curb sidewalk ramps on Third, Fourth and Fifth Streets, and replace the loop traffic signal indicators with traffic signal radars at Russ Road and Wagner Avenue. Tryon explained not everything on the list was approved for council’s consideration. If council decided to fund all of the projects on the list they would need to approve a transfer of $877,703.82 from the General Fund to the CIP Fund. Council also learned they will need to make a decision on the Marling Band Shell soon. Bids for the project were more than 10 percent higher than the engineer’s estimate, which requires the project to be re-bid. Garrison explained they went back to the drawing board and dropped the addition of two offices and would finish landscaping as funds became available. However, if council chooses to install restrooms they would need to come up with over $100,000 beyond the grant money and donations that have been received. Council will have to decide if they are going to provide the funds or complete the project without the restrooms. The next regular meeting of Greenville City Council will be March 21, 7:30 p.m., Council Chambers, Municipal Building.

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Four Greenville High School students recently made a monetary donation to Wayne HealthCare in Greenville for diabetes. “I was so shocked to realize that someone in the community was willing enough to take the time and help to educate our community,” said Karen Droesch, Diabetic Educator at WHC. “I do this on a day-to-day basis but realizing that there are other people in the community that are also doing it.” Shelby Pell, Kourtney Kretschmar, Larisa Schmitmeyer and Bailey Bach presented Karen Droesch, Diabetic Educator and Lauren Henry, Wayne HealthCare Foundation director with a check from money the girls raised.

awareness and I want to continue with that,” said Droesch. “Some of the things we want to do, we do have diabetes day that we do every spring. It’s a free program that we do in the community.” “It’s amazing to know there are people in the community who don’t know the risk factors of diabetes or don’t understand the importance of taking care of it so they don’t have those complications,” stated Droesch. “That’s the goal for individuals that have diabetes. It’s not that they can’t eat different foods, it’s not that they have to be restrictive for everything they do. We want to prevent them from having long term complications, to live a long and healthy life with diabetes which they absolutely can do.” “It is absolutely won-

(L-R) Shelby Pell, Courtney Kretschmar, Larisa Schmitmeyer, Karen Droesch (Diabetic Educator), Baily Bach and Lauren Henry, WHC Foundation Director (Gaylen Blosser photo)

derful because you never hear the positives, you hear the negatives about everything and it’s like young people never do anything,” Droesch said of the GHS girls. “Here is a great opportunity that these young individuals are doing so much to help our community and that’s the whole thing.”

“If they are helping the community now to improve how else are they going to help the community as they continue to grow,” added Droesch. “I really appreciate what they’ve been doing and I hope they continue to help individuals in the community with that.”

UC Indianettes compete at state BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – Just two weeks after the girls basketball team played for a state title, the Union City Indianettes Dance Team will now be competing this Saturday in the Indiana High School Dance Team Association State Championships at the New Castle Fieldhouse in New Castle, Ind. After qualifying for state in all of their routines last weekend at the Southern Regionals in Crawfordsville, Ind., the team will look to dance their to a state title in the Varsity A Pom, Hip Hop and Jazz categories. “This team has worked extremely hard this season to achieve the honor of taking all of their competition routines to the state ﬁnals,” said Coach Melissa Adelsperger, who is in her 20th year as coach of the

team. “The team devotes many hours per week, sometimes up to 10 hours, perfecting the routines. It makes my job, as their coach, easier since they are very self-motivated to be better than they were the day before, and that’s all I can ask of them.” “I also appreciate the assistance of one of my former dancers, Kaelyn Humphries, this year,” Coach Adelsperger added. “Having another set of eyes to critique and clean routines , as well as, help me on competition days is much appreciated.” “I have no doubt that this team will bring their very best to the ﬂoor Saturday and represent their school with pride and passion for what they love to do,” she concluded. In addition to coaching, Adelsperger has also been a teacher at the UCHS for the last 28 years.

The Union City Indianettes Dance Team and coaches. (UCHS photo)

This year’s team members are Cassandra Martin, Emily Cline, Audrey Sullenbarger, Emma Bar-

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Pull. The Greenville High School Wavaires will perform Saturday night and the Montessori School youth will perform on Sunday. There will be Sheriff’s Canine demonstrations along with other events. You can also have your picture taken with Mario and Luigi. For further details about the show, vendor and/or sponsorship applications, visit their Facebook page, Darke County Sheriff’s Patrol Home & Sport Show or contact one of the committee members: Joe Wintrow, Jerry Bunch, Aaron Kruckeberg, Dick Rhoades, (937) 621 4525, or Don and Diane Delaplane, (937) 548 8799. This is a great event for all ages. There will be door prizes galore and you do not need to be present to win. Come and support the Sheriff’s Patrol which is mainly funded by two fundraiser events a year; not taxes.

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Non-citizen registered to vote in Darke County BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com DARKE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Board of Elections learned this week one non-citizen has voted in a recent election. According to a press release issued by Secretary of State Jon Hustedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce, an investigation has identiďŹ ed an additional 385 non-citizens registered to vote in Ohio, with 82 identiďŹ ed as having voted in at least one election. This brings the total number of non-citizens on

Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voter rolls to 821, with 126 of those individuals having actually cast ballots. Darke County Board of Elections Director Luke Burton said Wednesday, March 1, his ofďŹ ce was contacted about a month ago by Hustedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were asking for information about one registered voter,â&#x20AC;? Burton said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They asked if they (the voter) had checked the citizenship question on their voter registration card.â&#x20AC;? Burton said the individ-

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ual in question did answer afďŹ rmatively. Burton said this week he is not aware if that is the person who has been identiďŹ ed as the noncitizen casting a ballot in Darke County. Burton did say there were two speciďŹ c questions asked on voter registration cards - are you a U.S. citizen and will you be 18 at the time of the election. Husted is the ďŹ rst of the Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chief elections ofďŹ cials to initiate a review of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Statewide Registered Voter Database (SWRVD) to identify noncitizens on the voter rolls. This is the third review Hustedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administration has conducted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In light of the national discussion about illegal voting it is important to inform our discussions with facts. The fact is voter fraud happens, it is rare and when it happens, we hold people accountable,â&#x20AC;? Husted said. The 82 non-citizens registered to vote and have cast ballots will be referred to state and federal law enforcement ofďŹ cials for further investigation and possible prosecution. The 303 registered voters identiďŹ ed as noncitizens who have not cast a ballot will be sent let-

ters informing them noncitizens are not eligible to vote and requesting they contact their local board of elections to cancel their registration. A follow-up letter will be sent to any individuals who remain on the rolls after 30 days. Any non-citizens identiďŹ ed who are remaining on the rolls after being contacted twice will be referred to state and federal law enforcement ofďŹ cials. The Secretary of Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce has been able to identify non-citizens on the rolls using information provided by the Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) as applicants are required to provide documentation of their legal presence with their application for a state identiďŹ cation or driversâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; license, conďŹ rmed Hustedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s press secretary Joshua Eck. The non-citizens were identiďŹ ed by the Secretary of Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce using a double conďŹ rmation process, which requires a registered voter to have provided documentation to the BMV themselves indicating that they are a non-U.S. citizen two times before being ďŹ&#x201A;agged. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have a responsibility to preserve the integrity of Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elections

system,â&#x20AC;? Husted said this week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you consider that in Ohio we have had 112 elections decided by one vote or tied in the last three years, every case of illegal voting must be taken seriously and elections ofďŹ cials must have every resource available to them to respond accordingly.â&#x20AC;? According to Hustedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s press release, none of the cases where a non-citizen cast a ballot occurred in jurisdictions where an elec-

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THIRTY FOUR GHS MED TECH STUDENTS ADVANCE TO APRIL STATE COMPETITION

Following a successful regional competition last month at the Scarlet Oaks Career Center in Cincinnati, 34 Medical Tech Prep students will represent Greenville High School at state on April 19 at the University of Toledo. (Submitted photo)

Program will remember Dickey NEW MADISON – Friends of the New Madison Public Library, under director Brenda K. Miller, will sponsor Remembering Douglas Eugene Dickey, USMC, Reaching the Finest and Most Noble Heights. The event will be held March 25, 1 p.m. at Historical Heritage Hall in

New Madison. Speakers will include Dennis Dickey, Robert Sharp and James Sommers. Activity Director Marilyn J. Fritz recommends that everyone allow extra time for parking and seating for this memorable event.

Quilt club brings program to library GREENVILLE – Everyone is invited to the Towne Squares Quilt Club demonstrations and displays at the Greenville Public Library on March 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Librarian Rachel Brock writes “If you’ve ever wondered what goes into making a quilt or simply love the splendor and design of quilts, then stop in and the Towne Squares Quilt Club will be happy to answer any question you might have about quilting.” The club was formed over 30 years ago by Linda McGlothin and her late mother Leola Crowell. The business meeting is held the third Tuesday of the month in the BRC Brick Room at 7 p.m. They love new members so anyone interested in quilting is welcome.

Spring Sensations Hiking Series GREENVILLE – Join Darke County Parks for a hiking series exploring the sensations of spring. On March 14 at 8 p.m., at Worth Family Nature Preserve on Spring Hill Road, north of St. Rt. 502 West about two and a half miles, a park naturalist will lead an exciting night time adventure under the full moon. Remember to dress for the weather. In the event of inclement weather, call the Nature Center to ﬁnd out about possible cancellation. For more information about this or any other park district programs, please call the Nature Center at (937) 548-0165 or check out their Facebook page. More hikes will be forthcoming throughout the season.

The club’s members span all levels of skills and experience. The annual dues of $15 covers tools, fabric, instructions, door prizes, and two big gift packages every July and December. Members are asked to help with the Quilt Show which takes place every October. This year the club will be working on 60 baby quilts to be donated to the Morgan’s First Gift project. Each quilt is 40X42 and made from flannel of baby-type prints and colors. Morgan’s First Gift is a layette given to first time mothers who are considered low income or under privileged when they leave the hospital. It may include pajamas, an outfit, washcloth and soap, bottles, a small toy as well as

The Towne Squares Quilt Club will be providing demonstrations and displays on March 18 at the Greenville Public Library.

a handmade quilt. Being a part of a club provides additional beneﬁts such as friendship, mentorship, and camaraderie. The club auctions

quilts each year for charity and donates quilts to Hospice. For more information, see facebook.com/ TowneSquaresQuiltClub.

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When you retire, some of your expenses may go down – but health care is not likely to be one of them. In fact, your health care costs during retirement may well increase, so you may want to plan for these costs well before you leave the work force. How much can you expect to spend on health care during your retirement years? Consider these statistics: • A 65-year-old couple who retired in 2016 will need about $288,000 (in today’s dollars) during retirement just to pay Medicare Parts B, D and supplemental insurance, according to HealthView Services, a company that provides health care cost projections for financial services firms. If out-of-pocket costs such as deductibles, co-pays, hearing, vision and dental are included, the lifetime figure rises to about $377,000 in today’s dollars. • The national average for a private room in a nursing home is more than $92,000 per year, according to a survey by Genworth, an insurance company. And the services of a home health aide cost more than $45,000 per year, according to the same survey. Medicare typically pays very little of these costs. To cope with these expenses, you’ll want to integrate them into your overall retirement saving and investing strategies. Knowing the size of a potential health care burden may help motivate you to put as much as you can afford into your 401(k), IRA and other retirement accounts. Even when you’re retired, part of your portfolio should be devoted to growth-oriented investments, such as stocks, to help pay for rising health care costs. It’s true that stocks will always fluctuate, and you don’t

want to be forced to sell them when their price is down. However, you can help yourself avoid this problem by also owning a good mix of other investments, such as investmentgrade corporate bonds, government securities and certificates of deposit (CDs), whose value may be more stable than that of stocks. Another way to help defray the costs of health care is to work parttime a few years after you had originally planned to retire. This added income can help you delay tapping into your IRA and 401(k), thus giving these accounts a chance to potentially grow further. Plus, you may be able to put off taking Social Security, and the longer you wait until you start collecting benefits, the bigger your checks will be, at least until they top out at age 70. These suggestions may help you meet many of your typical medical costs during retirement, but what about long-term care expenses, such as an extended stay in a nursing home or the need for home health care assistance? As mentioned above, these costs can be enormous. Fortunately, the financial marketplace does provide some cost-effective solutions for long-term care – solutions that may help you avoid “self-insuring.” A financial professional can provide you with some recommendations in this area. It’s probably unavoidable that your health care costs will rise, and possibly keep rising, when you’re retired. But by being aware of these expenses years in advance, and by following a diligent saving and investment strategy – one that may also include a long-term care component – you can improve your “financial fitness” for dealing with health care costs.

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House of Hope ready for Night of Hope ARCANUM – A project that began with a dream several years ago is getting closer to reality. “It has been a long time coming for House of Hope Dayton to begin its next phase,” said Amy Raynes, executive director of the House of Hope Dayton. The House of Hope Dayton is aﬃliated with the original House of Hope in Orlando, Fla. and is dedicated to helping teens with a variety of issues, such as abuse, drugs, anger, rebellion and more. The local organization will focus on teenage girls and will be a residential facility. Since organizing House of Hope Dayton, Raynes and her group has had to jump one hurdle after another. Their ﬁrst step was to secure a building, which they were able to do through several fundraising events. The next phase for House of Hope will not be inexpensive. “We have received approval from the EPA to move forward with our sep-

tic upgrade so we are currently seeking bids for this project,” said Raynes. While the group continues work on the septic system, preparations continue on the inside of the building. Raynes added, “We have received so many donations from various individuals and churches that made it diﬃcult to keep up with organizing it.” They received help from Jane Brown and her team from St. Matthews Church in Ithaca to clean and organize the second ﬂoor. “Right after that was tackled we were able to meet with Matthew Drew to look at our plaster walls and ceilings. He has been working on the ceilings and has accomplished quite a bit thanks to his amazing church family from the Gospel Baptist Church during their Gospel Work Night,” she said. Raynes continued, “God continues to bless us at every turn and we appreciate all the amazing people that have heard the call and anKurt Troutwine

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Poultry Days pictures wanted

VERSAILLES – Poultry Days is working to assemble pictures of all past Little Miss Poultry Days, Chairmen and Miss Chicks from their festival year. They are looking for pictures of all Little Miss Poultry Days and Chairmen and pictures of the following Miss Chicks: 1953 Linda Weherley of Arcanum, 1956 Judy Reeser of Bradford, 1957 Janie Sharp of Minster, 1958 Karen Earhart of Ludlow Falls, 1961 Pat Rudy of Covington, 1963 Diane Thompson of Franklin-Monroe, 1965 Jane Ernst of Ft Loramie, 1979 Dana McKibben of Franklin-Monroe, and 1985 Jody Lutz of Franklin-Monroe. They are also looking for copies of the 1953, 1955 and 1958 Poultry Days Programs. If you can share copies of these photographs, contact Eric Stachler at estachler@roadrunner.com or (419) 233-0159.

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SNB sponsors DCCA Connections Season GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts recognizes Second National Bank as an Impresario sponsor of the 2016-2017 “Connections” Season, including the Irish Wave FUNdraiser celebrating the rich traditions of the Emerald Isle and featuring music by returning favorite Lone Raven at the Montage, March 17; tickets are $35 and can be purchased at the Montage. Second National Bank was also a Spotlight Light Sponsor for the recent sold out Artists Series presentation We Banjo 3, at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall and supports DCCA’s Family Theatre Series, which beneﬁts Darke County youth and their families. “Second National Bank’s sponsorship provides a variety of opportunities for all members of the community to learn and grow through participating in the arts,” stated Andrea Jordan, DCCA Executive Director. “DCCA appreciates SNB’s commitment to the community through supporting events that help make Darke County a great place to live.” DCCA’s Family Theatre Series presents three shows each season to inspire the imaginations of the young and young at heart, encouraging the expression of creativity. The series attracts a wide-ranging audience that includes many preschool

children enjoying their first theater experience, as well as senior citizens who enjoy the shows’ strong depiction of traditional values. Featured in the 20162017 Series were Theatre Works USA’s Chicken Dance and Laura Ingalls Wilder. The series concludes April 23 at St. Clair Memorial Hall with Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s Brown Bear, Brown Bear and Other Treasured Stories by Eric Carle. Showcasing the imaginative blend of innovative puppetry and striking scenic effects Brown Bear, Brown Bear features beloved stories by Eric Carle including The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See? Thanks to continued community support ticket prices have remained at $5 since the first performance in 1997. For more information on DCCA and the 20162017 Connections season visit their website at CenterForArts.net or contact

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District pleased with auctions, demolition progress SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Members of the Greenville Fire Department conduct training exercises on the roof of East School days before demolition began. (Clinton Randall photo)

GFD gets valuable training prior to start of school demolition CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – As the abandoned Greenville elementary schools and junior high building get set for demolition, the Greenville City Fire Department was granted access for training purposes this past week. The department held several training days at the East Intermediate School building at 301 East Fifth St. Following an abatement and prior to demolition, the GFD was given all-access to conduct several training exercises. According to Assistant Chief Shannon Fritz, the department focused on three topics of training – engine company evolution, forcible entry and rooftop ventilation. “With us going through a transition of leadership and bringing on new firefighters, being able to conduct training exercises in a building this size is a great resource for the department and a huge learning experience,” said A.C. Fritz. Engine company evolution allows firefighters to train for a structure fire scenario within a classroom, while forcible entry gave the crews experience

of making entry through various types of secured, locked or blocked doors. Finally, firefighters got a rare opportunity to train for rooftop ventilation techniques on East School’s concrete and metal roofing structure. “We want to thank the Greenville School District for allowing us to hold this valuable training and supporting the ongoing success of the Greenville Fire Department,” noted Fritz. “The school district is extremely appreciative of everything our first responders do for our community and are glad we can assist them in anyway possible,” stated Greenville Superintendent Doug Fries. In addition to the Greenville Fire Department, Fries says the school district has coordinated training at other vacant school locations for the Darke County Sheriff’s Office and the Greenville Township Fire Department – pending abatement and demolition times remain on schedule. East school demolition began Tuesday morning and according to the schedule, South school will begin demo in April, Woodland in May and finally the Jr. High building towards the end of May or early June.

Local church communities help ‘Declare Greenville’ CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Area churches joined the Declare Worship Community team on Friday for a night or worship at the Memorial Hall in Greenville. “On Friday night we brought the churches throughout Darke County together for a night of music and celebration, because we believe the name of Jesus is worth celebrating and the hope of Jesus worth sharing,” said Declare director Caleb Ingram. Memorial Hall was ﬁlled with people from across the county and churches of all denominations to celebrate a night of praise music and guest speakers. Tickets were made available for the sold out event to help fund the Declare outreach ministries. “We’re so thankful for everyone who came out and for the over $1,500 that were raised for Crisis Relief,” explained Ingram. “We look forward to seeing

Pastor Matt Haupt of EUM Church raises his hands in praise during last week’s Declare Greenville at St. Clair Memorial Hall. (Clinton Randall photo)

how God uses these funds and those who stepped out to serve with them continue to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the days ahead.” Since its launch in 2014, the Declare Worship Community has brought together communities for worship in such places like UD Arena in Dayton. Following Declare Greenville, the DWC team is scheduled for upcoming events in Xenia, Troy, Centerville and Athens, Ohio. Learn more about the organization at declare. org and like them on Facebook for even more.

GREENVILLE – Recent auctions of content from two school buildings, as well as modular units at Woodland and South have been a success, says Greenville Schools Treasurer Carla Surber. School administrators, dedicated workers, including Midwest Auction and Realty, plus the mild winter weather have all successfully come together, she said this week. “This has been a perfect year for everything we’ve had to have done,” Surber said. “Mike Baker (Midwest Auction) has done a really nice job for us. I appreciate all the work they’re doing for us.” So far, contents from two of the district’s four buildings scheduled to be demolished have been auctioned off, netting the district more than $100,000. Eight modular units from Woodland and South schools were auctioned, with one gentleman from Florida winning a modular bid, Surber said. Proceeds from the auctions will initially go to the district’s general fund, Surber explained, noting before the end of the year, the monies will be placed

Demolition crews are currently busy working at Greenville’s East School. (Clinton Randall photo)

back in the fund from whence they came. For example, proceeds from cafeteria items auctioned will go back to the food service fund to help pay for current food service needs. “We have 50 such funds in the district,” Surber said. “The money will go back to where it came from. That’s part of the accounting process.” Auctions for Woodland and the Junior High School have been scheduled for March 18 and April 1, respectively, Surber said, with Woodland expected to be the largest as far as contents being available for bidding.

High School property. “We have a model for a parking lot and green space,” Surber said, which would beneﬁt Memorial Hall, also a school property. The decision will be made at a later date, with input from the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission, since the project is considered part of the district’s recent building project. The next board of education meeting will be 7 p.m. Thursday, March 16 in the Anna Bier Gallery at Memorial Hall. For more information on the upcoming school auctions, visit www.midwest-auctioneers.com.

‘Always There’ theme rings true for Rediger SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – John Rediger, 26, says he can’t thank the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities enough for the help and advice they offer him. “They’ve given me a lot of tips for real life,” Rediger said. “They’ve been there for the rough times and the good times I’ve had. I would do anything for them. I can’t thank them enough.” This month across Ohio, county Boards of Development Disabilities are celebrating their 50th anniversary, “Always There,” a theme Rediger believes is right on target with the services he has received as a Darke DD client. Rediger, a graduate of Tri-Villiage, has worked as a bagger at Greenville Kroger store for the past three years. Before that, he worked at Greenville Arby’s and also worked a couple seasons at Downing Fruit Farms in New Madison. While a student at TriVillage, Rediger was a student in Karen Smith’s class and participated in the school’s Opportunity 13 program. “We work on life skills and applying our academic knowledge to real life situations,” Smith explained. Rediger has put his knowledge to good use, not only holding down jobs, but also as a motivational speaker, encouraging young people to keep on seeking positive experi-

ences, gain confidence and be diligent workers. Rediger said he really enjoys speaking at community events, such as summer camps. “I can give a good 30 to 45 minute speech about jobs and how confident you need to be,” he explained. “How it’s important to be clean, be responsible. If you want a job you have to sacrifice some things.” Rediger has first-hand experience with learning to sacrifice to be a valued employee. When he first became a young adult client with the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities, he wasn’t as conscience about his appearance, says Board of Developmental Disabilities case worker Angie Perkins. Rediger has done a “360” on some of his skills such as tucking in his shirt and being neat and clean, and reminded him “now you are teaching those skills to other people,” Perkins said. Perkins works with Rediger and his fiance, Crystal Mead, discussing their goals –which includes planning their futue wedding – as well as finances and other plans for the future. “We do a lot of talking through where they want to go,” as far as their future, Perkins said. For example, she said, the couple – who met through activities sponsored by the Darke County Board of DD - is saving money to either fix their car or purchase another one.

John Rediger, a Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities client, says he participates in karate for his “spirituality.” (Gaylen Blosser photo)

The couple also has support via a ‘provider,’ who may help with transportation to work, appointments or other events. Currently, individuals or agencies who go through a certiﬁcation process may act as providers for clients within the DD program, Perkins explained. Rediger is the recipient of the Yes, I Can Award, sponsored locally through the Miami Valley Educational Service Center. The award’s title pretty much describes Rediger and his attitude toward life. He has spent the past

ﬁve years becoming a healthier young man by taking Karate lessons. “I’m now a healthy, ﬁt guy,” he said. “But I do it (Karate) for spirituality.” Rediger is a student at Greenville’s Matsunoki Marial Arts and Fitness Center on South Broadway. “I didn’t choose Karate. Karate chose me,” said Rediger, who also has taught some Karate classes to younger students. “It’s like family to me,” he said of Karate. “We all say ‘hello’ brothers and sisters.”

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Spend your time wisely this weekend GREENVILLE – Time, it is said, is on your side. That may not always be the case, especially when losing an hour this weekend. Daylight Savings Time kicks in on Saturday night, and rather than being upset about that hour you lose when you set your clocks forward, the Red Cross wants to recommend a safer, smarter way to spend your time. * Replace batteries in your smoke alarms. The common 9-volt batteries in most smoke alarms generally last six months, so it’s good to replace them twice a year. The “spring forward” and “fall back” time

changes are a good time to do this. * If you don’t have smoke alarms, or your smoke alarms are more than 10 years old, call the Red Cross and set up an appointment to have us come to your home and install them for free. * Spend 15 minutes going over your family fire drill. You generally have as little as two minutes to escape a home fire. That’s not a lot of time when you’re trying to find your way through thick, black smoke and flames. Make sure everyone in your house knows two ways to get out of every

room, and where to meet once out of the house. Remember, get out, stay out and then call 911. * If your kids aren’t tired of monsters yet, have them download the Red Cross Monster Guard app, which teaches kids how to prepare for real-life emergencies through a fun and engaging game. Even if that doesn’t make you feel safer and happier, completing all of these tasks should take you no more than 30 minutes tops, meaning you won’t be losing too much sleep. And you’ll sleep better knowing you’re safe.

Healthy Lifestyle Workshop is March 14 GREENVILLE – The third annual Healthy Lifestyle Workshop will take place March 14, 7 p.m., at Miller Flowers, 2200 State Route 571 W., Greenville. Joining Miller Flowers will be Betty’s Natural Foods, LLC in Osgood, Ohio. Betty’s Natural Food is serving nutritional and wellness needs by supplying professional services, educational support, and 425 Memorial Dr. Greenville, OH 45331

products for a healthy life. They will be sharing with us about the essential nutrients for health. Also, joining them will be Olivia Coy. Coy is an unofﬁcial advocate for unprocessed, real food. She has always enjoyed spending time in the kitchen and believes eating should be simple, both in ingredients and preparation. She will be sharing wholesome rec-

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$3.3 million in road improvements in 2017 GREENVILLE – Darke County Engineer Jim Surber is expecting to make an estimated $3,332,754 worth of improvements in 2017. He said, “Although we will receive $310,000 less in federal grant funds than in 2016, we plan to pave 3.5 more miles of road, build one more new bridge, replace 75 percent more signs and paint twice the road miles compared to 2016.” Surber expects to resurface three roads with $400,000 from the OPWC state funds and will receive $31,200 in federal funds for sign replacements. The local funds earmarked for his department are derived from the gas tax and license fees. No real estate or sales taxes or county general fund money is provided for any of this work. Six different county roads (21.93 miles) are scheduled for new asphalt surfaces from May-August. The roads include Hollansburg Sampson from New Madison-Coletown to US Route 127; Pitsburg-Laura from Gettysburg-Pitsburg to the Miami County Line; Meeker from State Route 49 to Greenville Corp.; Hogpath from State Route 571 to Miami County Line; New Madison-Coletown from Hollansburg-Sampson to State Route 502; and Requarth from Greenville Corp. to Arcanum-Bears Mill. The total estimated cost is $1,812,500 of which $1,412,500 is local funds. Twelve sections of county roads (19.09 miles) are scheduled for chip-seal surfaces during June-August. The ﬁrst six projects may be contracted with the remaining performed by Darke County personnel. Roads include Brock Cosmos, Frazers, Althoff, Coates, Hillgrove-Southern, Hollansburg-Tampico, Bechtol,

Conover, Day, Moore, Payne and Pickett. The total estimated cost is $326,900. Approximately 323 miles of road (62 percent of all county roads) will have new centerline and no-passing markings applied and about 616 lane-miles (308 road miles) will have white edgelien markings applied by contract at total estimate cost of $230,000. An estimated $30,000 worth of labor and equipment will be furnished to township trustees for work on their roads, such as culvert and subsurface tile replacements, tree and brush removal, drainage and road repairs. County personnel will complete an estimated 30-35 miles of crack sealing on county roads. This will require an estimated $75,000 of materials. The county will spend $39,200 on new signs and posts to upgrade warning signs, road name signs and unincorporated village signs. The county will furnish $7,800 of the costs and supply all labor and equipment; the remainder of the cost comes from a grant. The project will widen the pavement and shoulders, reconstruct drainage and relocate 500 feet of road. Work

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12th district mayors form advocacy assoc. SIDNEY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The mayors of the largest cities in each of the counties in the 12th Ohio Senate District recently formed a legislative advocacy association. The group, including Bellefontaine Mayor Ben Stahler, Celina Mayor Jeff Hazel, Greenville Mayor Steve Willman, Lima Mayor David Berger, New Bremen Mayor Jeff Pape, Sidney Mayor Mike Barhorst and Urbana Mayor Bill Bean, plan to meet on an as needed basis to advocate for legislation that will beneďŹ t their citizens and their communities. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a result of the rapid pace of legislative activity in Columbus combined with the complexities of legislation being introduced in the General Assembly, we have mutually agreed that we can no longer trust that our elected representatives will make decisions that are beneďŹ cial to cities and villages without our input,â&#x20AC;? Celina Mayor Jeff Hazel stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we were to simply look at the ďŹ nancial impact that decisions that have been made in Columbus over the course of the past half dozen years,â&#x20AC;? Bellefontaine Mayor Ben Stahler added, â&#x20AC;&#x153;each of our communities have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue every year. The cumulative impact has resulted in essential projects that have gone unfunded in each of our communities.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The fact is that things wear out. Critical infrastructure â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bridges, roads,

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sewers and water lines need to be upgraded. Our needs are growing, not shrinking,â&#x20AC;? Lima Mayor David Berger stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But we have been told repeatedly by Columbus that we have to do more with less. For a number of years, we have managed with less. We are now at the point where we can only do less with less. Our communities need the State of Ohio to restore resources that have been taken away.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to consider the unfunded mandates that have been passed along to our communities,â&#x20AC;? Urbana Mayor Bill Bean stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From storm water management to prevailing wages to increased training for emergency responders, the list continues to grow. The new budget provides still additional examples.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We plan to meet soon with Senator Matt Huffman to discuss our concerns with the Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2018-19 Budget,â&#x20AC;? Greenville Mayor Steve Willman reported. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hopefully we can coordinate schedules and meet with him periodically during the legislative term to provide him with consistent

input from the perspective of local municipalities.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Once we have had the initial meeting, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be reaching out to all the villages within the district to invite their mayors to join future round table discussions,â&#x20AC;? New Bremen Mayor Jeff Pape said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Concerns of smaller municipalities are sometimes different than their bigger brothers and sisters, but there is a lot of common ground, and it is important that their voices are heard.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is no question that we should have undertaken this initiative long ago,â&#x20AC;? Sidney Mayor Mike Barhorst stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each of our communities has attempted to work with our elected ofďŹ cials, but there is no question that there is strength in numbers.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to work to build a stronger Ohio,â&#x20AC;? Barhorst continued. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The economic forces that have challenged the state have destabilized Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s municipal sector and represent our largest single hurdle. Yet, Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s municipalities are its primary engines of economic growth â&#x20AC;&#x201C; more than 85 percent of all Ohio jobs are in Ohioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s municipalities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that is why it is so important to revitalize the state-municipal partnership. We have to work better together.â&#x20AC;? The mayors asked Barhorst to lead the group. He will host the ďŹ rst meeting between the mayors and Senator Huffman in Sidney.

Red Cross Month ďŹ nds everyday heroes GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; In 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt ďŹ rst proclaimed that March was ofďŹ cially Red Cross Month. Since then, every president has made the same declaration, including President Donald J. Trump. The proclamation offers the nation the chance to increase its awareness of all of the duties that the Red Cross performs, as well as recognizing and celebrating all of the volunteers and donors who live the Red Cross mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering in the face of emergencies. In the Northern Miami Valley, the Red Cross is using the month to recognize the everyday heroes who make its mission possible. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our community is full of everyday heroes who help others in need,â&#x20AC;? says Lynne Gump, Executive Director of the Northern Miami Valley Ohio Chapter of the American Red Cross. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are our selďŹ&#x201A;ess Red Cross volunteers, blood donors and ďŹ nancial contributors who bring relief to people facing lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emergencies. During Red Cross Month, we thank them for their tremendous support.â&#x20AC;? The Red Cross depends on local heroes to fulďŹ ll its mission. The Red Cross responds to a community disaster every eight minutes, providing shelter, food, emotional support and other necessities to those affected

Mills, Finkbine will be honored in Arcanum ARCANUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Distinguished Alumni and Honorary Trojan Hall of Fame was established to honor those individuals who have made a signiďŹ cant impact through achievement, actions and contributions within their communities and professions and serve as exemplary role models for Arcanum students. The Arcanum Hall of Fame Committee is pleased to recognize the following inductees for 2017. 2017 Distinguished Alumni Inductee: Dr. Jeremy Mills 2017 Honorary Trojan Inductee: Sandy Finkbine Dr. Mills is 1995 graduate of Arcanum High School and is currently an Associate Professor and Program Director of the Intervention Specialist Program at Wright State University. Dr. Mills is an outstanding leader in his ďŹ eld, serving

on an exploratory team for developing programs for the Ohio Department of Education, a board member for a national committee under the Council for Exceptional Children Organization, and a consultant for dyslexia programming. Additionally, Dr. Mills provides training on disabilities for many local organizations, including local parks and recreational services, community churches and has travelled to Bolivia to provide in-service training to teachers. He regularly is invited to speak at local, regional, national and international conferences. Dr. Mills has volunteered countless hours coaching youth football and little league baseball. Dr. Mills and wife Kirsten have three sons, Gavin, Adam and Isaac. Mrs. Finkbine was a

teacher at Arcanum Elementary for 20 years, working as a Title I tutor, Title I teacher and a Reading Recovery teacher. In addition to being Teacher of the Year at Arcanum-Butler, she helped bring the Reading Recovery and Jump Start Programs to Arcanum. Additionally, she served as the Federal Title I Coordinator for several years. Mrs. Finkbine was known for the exceptional care for the students she served and was a leader among her peers. The induction ceremony to honor the new hall of fame members will take place at the Trojan Alumni Homecoming event on April 22, in the school cafetorium starting at 5 p.m. with dinner to begin at 6:30 p.m. Registration forms are available on the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website and must be returned by April 1.

Local ďŹ re departments receive MARCS grant DARKE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; State Fire Marshal Larry L. Flowers is pleased to announce the awardees for the MARCS (Multi- Agency Radio Communications Systems) grants for Fiscal Year 2017, which includes 165 ďŹ re departments in 25 counties throughout the state totaling $3 million. The grant program helps offset the cost of the radio equipment, as well as user fees associated with using the system, to local ďŹ re departments across the state of Ohio and to promote maximum communication between ďŹ rst responders. Several Darke County

ďŹ re departments have received MARCS grant funding. These funds will be used to purchase MARCS radio equipment and the associated fees for use of the State-Wide emergency communications system. In total over $600,000 has been awarded to the following Fire Departments serving Darke County. Ansonia Fire Department $30,645.52; Arcanum Fire Department $37,159.30; Greenville Fire Department $47,317.60; Hollansburg Fire Department $47,549.98; Pitsburg Fire Department

$47,490; Rossburg Fire Department $36,537.84; Union City Fire Department $47,280.92; Versailles Fire Department $45,846.70; Liberty Twp. Volunteer Fire Department $47,969.20; Gettysburg rural Fire Department $44,965; New Madison Fire Department $46,446.80; North Star Community Fire Department $46,594; Osgood Community Volunteer Fire Department $40,417.60; and Greenville Twp. Fire Department $40,000. These awards are signiďŹ cant in the forward progress of moving Darke County emergency communications to the Ohio MARCS System. The county is in the process of constructing a MARCS tower in Union City Ohio through a $500,000 grant from the Ohio Capital Safety Grant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The support from Governor Kasich and the Ohio General Assembly will allow these ďŹ re departments to operate at a higher level,â&#x20AC;? Marshal Flowers said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our goal is to make sure each responder will be able to serve fully and return home safely at the end of an emergency. This grant will help enable that.â&#x20AC;?

Criteria for the awards as well as nomination forms are available at the Arcanum Board of Education OfďŹ ce or on-line at http:// www.arcanum-butler.k12. oh.us/.

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cluding Friends of Bearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill Board members. Each diner will then choose a pottery bowl handmade and donated by artists. The Greenville High School String Quartet will provide dining music and there will be a 50/50 rafďŹ&#x201A;e. Tickets are $25 for members of Bearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill and $30 for nonmembers, and may be purchased at the Mill or by calling (937) 548-5112. Bearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill is located at 6450 Arcanum-Bearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mill Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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card was Zach Weaver. The Grand Prize Winner of the $500 or iPad mini was Amber Godwin, who bowled on The Early Bird Team. Joe Rizzo, who bowled on the Cargill team, won the prize for the bowler who donated the most money. He won a $50 gift card to The Inn at Versailles, a $25 Amazon Gift Card, a KitchenAid Gift Bundle, and a $50 Gift Card to Krogerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Bowl for Kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sake is a nationally recognized event, and almost 700 agencies across the county participate and hold the event. Big Brothers Big Sisters evaluates its effectiveness and impact on a national and local level. Results show that children who are mentored are more likely to improve in school and in their relationships with family and peers and are less likely to skip school or use illegal drugs or alcohol. The Legendary Couch Lou Holtz will be coming to Sidney Auditorium on April 27 and all proceeds for this event will go to the local Big Brothers Big Sisters agency. You can get your tickets at www.Ohio2017.com. Volunteer mentors are always needed; call the ofďŹ ce at (937) 492-7611 or (937) 547-9622 for more information. Big Brothers Big Sisters is a United Way member agency.

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The Right Time, The Right Place to Live Happily Ever After

At Our Award-Winning Retirement Community S

ince 1902, Brethren Retirement Community has added chapters to our rich history, superior care, and growth in the healthcare industry. We focus on providing person-centered care in a home-like environment and are always looking to enhance our retirement story by offering new and innovative services. CHAPTER 1 ;;;;

Short and Long Term Skilled Nursing Care

• Increased emphasis on our Restorative Nursing Program to help residents maintain or gain functional strength • New Nurse Navigator helping residents successfully transition from hospital to BRC and from BRC back to the home they love CHAPTER 2 ;;;;

Award-Winning Rehabilitation Program

• Offering Physical, Occupational, Speech, Respiratory, and Outpatient Therapy • New Vestibular Rehab to improve participants balance and reduce dizzinessrelated problems • Rehab to Home program helps more than 150 people return home each year

CHAPTER 3 ;;;;

Darke County’s Largest Assisted Living

• Residents enjoy private apartments, 16 entrée options, a variety of activities, computer lab, craft room, woodshop, SeniorFit Gym with personal trainers, onsite full-service bank, gift shop, chapel, trips, housekeeping/laundry and assistance with activities of daily living. • Ask us about our current move-in special that will save you $7800 the ﬁrst year CHAPTER 4 ;;;;

What is Enhanced Living?

• A unique, specialized memory care neighborhood • Offering the award winning, Behavior Based Ergonomics Therapy (BBET). Dr. Bharwani, the developer of this program states,“BBET is a program of practical solutions aimed at managing behaviors and improving the quality of life for residents living with Alzheimer’s.”

CHAPTER 5 ;;;;

2 Campuses Offering Independence, Security, Peace of mind now and in the future

• Chestnut Village located right here on our Greenville campus offers 75 homes and 5 spacious ﬂoor plans • Mill Ridge Village located in Union offers the opportunity to build a new home and currently has 2 model homes being built. CHAPTER 6 ;;;;

Our Newest ServiceNon-Medical Home Care

• In 2009, we added non-medical home care to our story based on the desire for seniors to age in place at home. • We’re growing, we recently opened a second ofﬁce in Troy at 210 W. Main St. • Serving Darke, Miami, and Northern Montgomery County.

Come for a visit, stay for the lifestyle

e invite you to call today to schedule a tour and discover the facts behind our success. We are conﬁdent that you will like what you see enough to join the many residents who have already discovered the beneﬁts of living here!

937-547-7610 OR VISIT BHRC.ORG 750 CHESTNUT STREET, GREENVILLE, OHIO

Brethren Retirement Community complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. English: ATTENTION: If you speak limited English, language assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call 1-937-547-8000 for assistance. Spanish: ATENCIÓN: si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-937-547-8000. Chinese: 1-937-547-8000.

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HELP WANTED Qualified Driver needed for dump truck position. Must have valid CDL & Med Card. Call Cody 937-423-7450 for info

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Part-time position Monday evening 4pm-9pm, Thursday 11am-4pm, Saturday 11am-4pm. Must be dependable & over 21 years of age. Apply at Union City Carryout, 130 Oak St, UC, IN

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Facility Management Coordinator EUM Church is looking to hire a full-ďż˝me, Facility Management Coordinator posiďż˝on. This person will be responsible for management of all faciliďż˝es and grounds including oversight of housekeeping, maintenance, landscaping, equipment and furnishings. This person will work closely with ministry leaders and staďŹ&#x20AC; and must be approachable, teachable and proacďż˝ve, encompass great communicaďż˝on and organizaďż˝onal skills, be detail oriented, as well as aďż˝end worship at EUM Church. Facility management knowledge or experience is expected. Friendly individuals should submit their resume by March 24, 2017 to jobs@eumchurch.org.

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FOR RENT $430/mo. 2 BR, 1 BA house. Washer/dryer included. Off-street parking. No Smoking. 410 E Cross St, Ansonia. 937-670-2589

Spacious clean apt suitable for 1 person. Near Wayne Hospital. All appliances. Private. Offstreet parking. No Pets, Smoking or Metro. Low utilities. 937-548-7339

FOR RENT COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on E Main St, high visibility. For more details 548-5264

1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

2 Bedroom house in Greenville for rent. Call 937-875-0497 2 BR duplex, Grnvl. Garage. A/c. Lawn care. No Pets. No Smoking. $500. 937-423-2337 414 N Gray, 1 BR apt. $350 per mo + $350 Security Deposit + utilities. Washer/dryer hookup. Range & refrig. NO SMOKING & NO PETS! Not Metropolitan approved. Call 548-9940 for Rental Application Nice 2 BR 1/2 double in Greenville. W/D hookup. Appliances provided. C/A. No Pets. No Smoking. $425/mo. 937-548-2397 LAND CONTRACT, G’VILLE; Gorgeous, maint free home with 3-4 BR and 1.5 ba. Hardwoods, central air, large master, fenced in yard, 2.5 car garage, full basement. $4200 down, $791.91/mo. 548-5053. benanzer.com Greenville apartment, 3 BR, 1.5 bath, living/dining rooms. All electric. $625/mo includes water/trash. No Smoking. No Pets. 614-205-1209

937-547-3077

2 BR apt. $380/mo, water included. Greenville. 937-459-2779

OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 12th- 1-2:30pm

212 Glenwood Greenville 3 bedroom brick ranch in nice neighborhood, spacious utility room, bonus storage area behind garage, new 2016 furnace & central air, additional 12 x 24 building w/workshop, great for hobbies or trophy car. Stop in today for details.

LEIS REALTY CONGRATULATES

KIM LEISANDERSON For being the high volume producer for the month of February 2017

Thinking of Buying or Selling your HOME? Call Deb Rose 937-459-2636 deb@djroserealty.com

2 BR apt, $435 + deposit & utilities. No pets. 130 Vine St, Greenville. 937-5482108

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

Becoming a Home Owner Need Not Be Just A Dream 2&3 Bedroom Homes Available Check our our selection of FREE handyman homes. Rental Homes Available Too! Sherwood Forest Mobile Home Community 937-548-9898 www.parkbridgehomes.com

AUGUST 14TH OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-2:30PM MARCH 12TH 1 TO 2:30 708 W SOUTH STREET, ARCANUM, OH STOP IN TO SEE THIS ADORABLE HOME WITH NEWER KITCHEN ( ALL KITCHEN APPLIANCES STAY PLUS WASHER AND DRYER COMBO). SITUATED AT THE EDGE OF TOWN WITH OVER A HALF ACRE LOT AND A LARGE GARAGE.

NEW TO THE MARKET 133 W MAIN GREENVILLE. COMMERCIAL OFFICE BUILDING IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN GREENVILLE WITH OVER 9800 SQ FT. OVER HALF OF BUILDING RENOVATED INTO OFFICE SPACES WITH REMAINING SPACE FOR WAREHOUSE. CALL FOR PRIVATE SHOWING 303 W THIRD, GREENVILLE MULTIFAMILY APARTMENT WITH GREAT RETURNS, TENANTS PAY UTILITIES. CALL FOR DETAILS 106 OXFORD, GREENVILLE PENDING IN 4 DAYS!!!!!!!!!

SPRING MARKET IS HERE! TIME FOR A CHANGE ?? CALL DJ ROSE REALTY TODAY! 1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

CONDO FOR SALE

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200 ARK AVENUE

2 bedroom, 2 full bath, Florida room, two car garage, 1480 square feet of living space,

$148,000 For more information call 937-572-2674 GREENVILLE 6464 Country Club Dr. NEW PRICE $324,900. 2 Bed, 2.5 bath condo, one owner, golf course view, partial finished walk out basement. (714520) 4690 Crumrine Rd. NEW LISTING $129,900. 3 Bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car att. Garage, full basement, 1.2 acres, additional outbuildings. (730352) 3821 St. Rt. 571 $114,900. 3 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car det. Garage, 44x32 barn, shed, backyard patio, huge porch. (717751) 305 Victoria Dr. NEW PRICE $84,900. 3 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car att. Garage, fenced in backyard with storage shed. (718130) 21 Sherwood Ct. $15,000. 3 Bed, 2 bath manufactured home with deck. (720128) OUT OF GREENVILLE 1409 Cox Rd. Union City $64,500. 3 Bed, 1 bath home, 2 car att. Garage, 4.23 acres, barn, wood burning fireplace. (726456)

108 Woodside Dr., Pitsburg If you are looking for a house on a quiet street with lots of trees, this one is for you. The lot is just shy of 1/2 acre, set at the end of the street. You get the feel of country living but the convenience of town. House needs some updating. Close proximity to city park.

NEW LISTINGS 122 Morrow St., Greenville Looking for a new home? This is it! Cozy 3 bedroom home on a corner lot with a newer metal roof and 2 car detached garage. Many of the rooms have hardwood floors along with many other newer updates. 715 Central Ave., Greenville SPACIOUS, location, this property has it all. 2,137 sq ft of living space located 2 blocks from hospital, doctors, etc. Many updates make this home move in ready. This is a must see property. Call today for your personal tour!

PRICE REDUCED 320 Meadow Dr., Union City, IN

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7304 McMECHAM ROAD This updated 3 bedroom home has top of the line Geothermal system for heating, cooling and hot water. Family of four averages $156 per month in total utilities! A new septic tank and entire system installed in October 2016! Newer roof; 24x40 barn with electric and concrete floor! $138,500 ___________________________________ IN NORTH END OF GREENVILLE this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 1290 Chippewa has been updated and well maintained! Gas fireplace; roof new in 2016; newer vinyl windows; 14x14 deck! 3 car attached garage! $159,900 IN ANSONIA this brick double at 405 & 409 W. Weller has 2 bedrooms each unit. Total electric; vinyl windows; washer/dryer hookup; appliances included. Low 90s CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN this 2-story home at 407 W. Fourth Street has over 2700 sq. ft. of living area! Maintenance free exterior; 2 car detached garage. Upper 70s IN PALESTINE plenty of storage in this 3 bedroom home at 120 Lynn Street! Freestanding stove with custom stone chimney; 2+ car detached garage. Mid 70s BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF CITY PARK from this 3 bedroom ranch home at 205 Memorial Drive! Lots of updates; heated floors (aah!); cedar closets; walk-around hallway; 1½ car attached garage. $109,000 IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE this 2 bedroom home at 941 Harrison has newer vinyl windows; newer roof; floor coverings and wiring! Mid 60s APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; trees; grass and sidewalks. $30,000 4+ ACRES with this brick ranch home at 3374 St. Rt. 571 W! Galley kitchen; fireplace in living room; pull-through garage in basement! $139,000

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REAL ESTATE LAND REPO! 21 acres -$39,900. Overlooks the Mohawk Valley 1/2 hr from Albany! Views, fields, woods, twn rd, utils. Terms. Call 888-738-6994 NOW! N e w Yo r k L a n dandLakes.com

2 BR house in Union City, OH. $30,000. 937968-3787 leave message LENDER ORDERED SALE! 39 acres $89,900. NO REASONABLE OFFER REFUSED! Delaware County, Catskill Mtn setting! Views, woods, meadow! EZ terms avail! Call 888-4317214 today! NewYorkLandandLakes.com Beautiful large log home, 2.4 aces w/3 BR, loft, pellet boiler, pond, much more. On SR 571E, edge of Greenville. NEW PRICE $279,900. Trump Realty 678-5687 LAKEFRONT LAND LIQUIDATION! 6 acres - $99,900 Cortland Co in the Finger Lakes! Unspoiled lake, wooded privacy, great fishing! Ideal country homesite! Call 866495-8733 NewYorkLandandLakes.com HOUSEHOLD Down-Sizing Sale desk, organ, shelves, antiques, misc. 937808-4117 Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870

2016 FINANCIAL REPORT

The annual financial report of the Darke County Health Department for 2016 has been completed. The report is available for inspection at the office of Carol Ginn, Darke County Auditor, Courthouse, 1st Floor, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

FINANCIAL REPORT

HOUSEHOLD New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $139, twin $109. We deliver. Call 937884-5455

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

OPEN TODAY IN ARCANUM! MARCH 12 – 1 – 2:30 PM 13 Harvest Dr – MLS 713408 408 S. Main St – MLS 724913 207 W. South St – MLS 725729 MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! 2-ST aluminum sided home w/3 BR, LRM & DRM. Nice KIT! 2-car detached garage. 60x120 lot. MLS 721307 #4491 NEEDS TLC! 1½-ST frame home in Palestine. 5 BR! 2 BA. LRM & DRM. Priced to Sell! MLS 725862 #4530 NEW LISTING! Immaculate tri-level home in quiet area! 3 BR, 2 BA. Large LRM. Updated KIT cabinets, counter tops, laminate flooring in KIT, dining area & entry. L-shaped FRM + utility rm in lower level. 13X18 ALL-SEASON ROOM + 2 level wood deck. Attached 2-car garage w/numerous storage cabinets. MLS 731188 #4535

The annual financial report of the Darke County Family & Child 1st for 2016 has been completed. The report is available for inspection at the office of Carol Ginn, Darke County Auditor, Courthouse, 1st Floor, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

ANSONIA LOCAL SCHOOLS IS REQUESTING BIDS TO RESURFACE OUR ALL WEATHER ATHLETIC TRACK & EVENT AREAS Project will include: • Clean and scrape entire surface of track using high-powered blowers, wire brooms, and power broom. • Apply two component polyurethane crack filling to open seams. • Patch delaminated/damaged surface patch area using Strobitan 135 binder and 1-3mm black rubber granule patch mix by cutting out area straight line, clean, and apply mix using hand trowel. • Mask all adjacent structures, including fencing and asphalt from structural overspray • Apply structural spay Black in 2 successive applications. Polyurethane application is to be not less than 3.50 lbs per/s.y. • Stripe 6 lanes to Ohio High School Specifications, 4 sets of numbers double shaded with 2 colors including all lettering and logos with outlined events. Bids will be submitted by March 24, 2017 with bid opening at 1:00 p.m., in superintendent’s office. Bids should be submitted to Nick Hamilton, Treasurer, Ansonia Local Schools, 600 East Canal Street, P.O. Box 279, Ansonia, Ohio 45303.. Ansonia Local Schools reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Upon acceptance of any bid, a schedule for work to be completed will be developed in cooperation with successful bidder and Ansonia Local Schools. The time frame for completion of the project will be June 5 - July 28, 2017

SEALED BID REQUEST Sealed bids will be received by the Council of the Village of New Madison, Darke County, Ohio; Pursuant to Ordinance No. 2017-03 of the Village of New Madison, Ohio 45346, at the office of the Fiscal Officer of said Council un�l 6:30 p.m. March 20th, 2017 for the following. 2013 Dodge Charger police car black w/white doors in color VIN #2C3CDXAG0DH689964 with approximately 26,118 miles; selling “As Is” and equipped with the following: • Code 3 led light bar blue w/red front flashers serial #LL00487575 • Se�na led lighted push bumper • Whelen led slim lighter red/blue (mounted in rear deck) • Se�na window barriers • Se�na recessed panel par��on horizontal sliding window model #10-S • Se�na universal xl par��on mount (dual gun mount for shotgun & AR/M4) • Unknown make prisoner transport sea�ng system • Eagleye in car camera system w/wireless mic & backseat mic (camera head model- WDN-1003XP/serial #WDN1003XP1313027) • MPH BEE III direc�onal radar- Ka band w/front and rear mounted antennas & wired remote (mph radar module model - BEE Ka CPU 991090/serial #BEE109002935/model - BEE990664/ serial #- BEE664009666) (rear antenna model- 990653/serial #BEN653023761) (front antenna model - 990653/serial #BEN653023763) (mph remote - model – REM990971/serial #REM971001812) included with tuning forks bearing serial #398104 & serial #398141 • Whelen siren w/3-way progressive switch & 6 separate switches • Kenwood vhf mobile radio unknown model • Streamlight s�nger ds led flashlight S/N C4-348431A0713 w/dc charger Each bid to contain full name of person or company interested in same. Bids to be opened at 7:00 p.m., March 20th, 2017 at the New Madison Administra�on Building, 124 S. Harrison Street, in said Village. Any ques�ons please call (937) 996-0298. BY ORDER OF THE NEW MADISON COUNCIL: Roberta Hocker Fiscal Officer Please send bids to: Village of New Madison PO Box 15 New Madison, OH 45346-9772 ***VILLAGE OF NEW MADISON RESERVES THE RIGHT FOR ALL BIDDERS PRESENT AT THE BID OPENING TO INCREASE THEIR BIDS AT ANY TIME. NEW MADISON ALSO RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY AND/OR ALL BIDS.

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Their current aggregation contract expires in November and residents of those communities will see a signiﬁcant drop in their rates when their current contracted rate of 5.99 cents per kwh expires and is replaced by the newly negotiated 5.29 cent per kwh rate.” “A group comprising of Sidney/Shelby County communities and Bradford, which approved aggregation a little over a year ago in November, will beneﬁt from the 5.29 cents per kwh rate in April of 2019 when that group’s current rate expires” Haarmann continued. “Sidney/Shelby County residents currently enjoy a very favorable rate of 5.441 cents per kwh, but will see a further rate reduction after their accounts are linked with the other two AGE aggregation groups.” Haarmann further explained, “The Bellefontaine and

FARM FOR SALE - PUBLIC AUCTION 100 ACRES WITH 1800’s FARM HOUSE Saturday, April 8, 2017 10:00 A.M.

LOCATION: 9264 N. State Route 48, Covington, Ohio 45318. Newberry Township, Miami County, Ohio DIRECTIONS: Go north out of Covington, Ohio on State Route 48, approximately 5 miles. LAND: 100 Acres - Approximately 64 tillable, 29 acres in woods, the balance of the farm is pasture and home site. HOME: Vintage 2 story brick home sitting back a country lane, with a stream running through and woods for hunting and enjoyment. Home consists of 1800’s two story brick house (approximately 2,240 sq. ft.) with eat in kitchen, living room, dining room, 4 bedrooms, and one full bath. Nice covered front porch. Property taxes $2,590.40. TERMS & CONDITIONS: $25,000.00 down the day of sale. Balance due in 30 days or on delivery of deed. Buyers to have financing approved prior to sale date. Owners have the right to accept or reject any or all bids. Buyer is to receive the seller’s half of the 10 acre wheat crop. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, March 11, 2017 11:00 am-1:00 pm Sale to take place on site.

OWNER: HOMAN FAMILY TRUST

AUCTIONEER/REALTOR Mike Havenar Shively Realty For Information Call; 937-606-4743 Email: mike@mlh56.com No CO-OP

www.bluebagmedia.com LEGAL NOTICE VILLAGE OF ARCANUM ZONING & PLANNING APPEALS BOARD WILL HAVE A

REAL ESTATE AUCTION MARCH 18, 2017 10:00 AM

ZONING AMENDMENT HEARING

7496 ST RT 118 GREENVILLE, OH 45331

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

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The defendant named above is required to answer the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the last publication of this legal notice. This legal notice will be published once a week for three successive weeks.

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Judge Jonathon P. Hein

Parcel number(s): T73-0-311-11-00-00-20110 Property Address: 10999 State Route 185, Versailles, OH 45380

rates will ultimately beneﬁt not only Sidney residents, but everyone who is part of the aggregate.” Dynegy will work with community ofﬁcials to notify all eligible customers of the electricity supply rate, terms and conditions, and their right to opt-out of the program. Customers will have the right to opt-out of the aggregation program without penalty and continue to receive DP&L supplied electricity. Customers who do not opt-out can leave the program at any time within contracted term, without penalty. For questions regarding electricity aggregation or rates and terms secured for individual residents or small commercial customers, residents may call AGE at (618) 2038328.

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We will be offering at auction a nice 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 1539 sq ft brick ranch situated on a corner lot. This house has nice family room with fireplace, Florida room, and attached garage with blacktop drive and parking area. Nice storage shed sells with the property. Taxes will be short form pro-rated till day of closing. Terms: $3,500.00 earnest money deposit day of auction with balance due at closing within 45 days of auction. Property selling with seller’s right of confirmation of final bid. Shown by appointment. Make Your InspectionsArrange Financing-Bid Your Price

In the Court of Common Pleas Darke County, Ohio

John Doe, Name Unknown, the Unknown Spouse of Ella Bates (if any), whose last known address is Unknown, will take notice that on January 10, 2017, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2000-C, Asset-Backed Certiﬁcates, Series 2000-C ﬁled its Complaint in the Court of Common Pleas, Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 17CV00011. The object of, and demand for relief in, the Complaint is to foreclose the lien of Plaintiff’s mortgage recorded upon the real estate described below and in which Plaintiff alleges that the foregoing defendant has or claims to have an interest:

with the mayors of so many of the surrounding communities to encourage their cooperation with AGE is that the aggregate of our combined purchasing power is so much greater,” Sidney Mayor Mike Barhorst stated. Barhorst, who has unabashedly promoted aggregation, has met with the mayors of several counties. He also helped create a buying group for local businesses, whose electric consumption excludes them by law from residential aggregation. “Like so many other things, there is strength in numbers,” Barhorst said. “I remain hopeful that we can continue to increase the number of the communities involved so that we can gain even greater buying power. The lower

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MEETING WILL BE AT THE CITY BLDG – COUNCIL CHAMBERS The Zoning Appeals Board will be addressing a rezoning/variance request applied for by Lyle Bixler at 30 & 32 Chippewa Ct. Arcanum, OH for a variance to rear set back line. All interested parties should plan to attend this meeting to advise the board of your objections and/or approval of this zoning request. Acting Mayor Bonnie Millard

Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for Option One Mortgage Loan Trust 2000-C, Asset-Backed Certiﬁcates, Series 2000-C vs. Larry L. Reed, et al. Case No. 17CV00011

Greenville group of communities, as well as the Ft. Recovery, Jeffersonville, Coldwater groups are the biggest winners in the short-term, but in the long-term, aligning all three groups with similar expiration dates benefits everyone. When running the bids for Bellefontaine/ Greenville, we were seeing rates similar to Sidney/Shelby County’s 5.4 range. However, when leveraging Sidney/ Shelby County into the current negotiations, we were able to secure more favorable terms through April of 2020, from which each community will ultimately benefit. That’s the advantage of having a very attractive negotiating group of similar sized communities in a specific region.” “One of the reasons I have worked • Jim Wroda Auction Services • Jim Wroda Auction

for a three-year term, represents a savings of more than 20% from the current DP&L standard choice price. “Our goal has always been to leverage the combined purchasing power of the collective group of residents we represent, to deliver the lowest rates, for the longest fixed term possible, from the most respected energy suppliers in the country,” AGE Managing Partner Jeff Haarmann stated. “I am extremely pleased with the results.” “Residents of the Bellefontaine/ Greenville group will benefit from the newly secured electricity supply rate of 5.29 cents per kwh beginning in April/May of this year,” Haarmann explained. “Additionally, our first group of communities who approved aggregation a little over two years ago, include Coldwater, Ft. Recovery and Jeffersonville.

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GREENVILLE – Voters in the Western Ohio communities of Bellefontaine, Greenville, Anna, Ansonia, Belle Center, Covington, DeGraﬀ, Quincy, West Milton, Wayne Lakes as well as residents of the unincorporated areas of Newberry Township in Miami County recently approved electricity aggregation referendums. That vote allowed their communities to seek bulknegotiated electricity rates for eligible residential and small business customers in their respective communities. Dynegy Corporation, who purchased the Duke Energy’s Cincinnati based retail business in 2015, was the winning bidder in a competitive bidding process that included four toptier energy suppliers. In addition to Dynegy, the bidders included Constellation, IGS, and AEP Energy. Dynegy’s winning bid of 5.29 cents per kwh, locked

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30” white burner-type stove $100. White refrigerator $125. Offwhite refrigerator $75. 937-423-1441 SPECIAL NOTICES SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-208-6915 to start your application today! IF YOU HAD HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT SURGERY AND SUFFERED AN INFECTION between 2010 and the present time, you may be entitled to compensation. Call Attorney Charles H. Johnson 1-800-5355727 WANTED TO RENT FARMGROUND TO RENT: $260/acre, SPRING PAYMENT, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. 937-622-2735 AUTOMOTIVE 2014 Chevy Cruze $10,995. 2011 Malibu $7995. 2011 Cruze $8995. 2008 Avenger $6995. 2003 Ranger 4x4 $5495. 2005 Rendezvous $4995. 2003 TrailBlazer $4995. 2004 Dakota Crew 4x4 $6995. 2005 Laredo $4695. 2005 Explorer $5995. 2004 Colorado Crew $6995. 2002 Envoy $4495. 2004 Explorer $4995. Buy - Sell - Trade! CountryAutoSalesGreenville.com 548-1337

2005 Dodge Neon, black, auto, runs & looks good, $2300. 937-548-8676 MISC. FOR SALE SPECTRUM TRIPLE PLAY TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500! 1-800-806-5909 PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock@earthlink. net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements! Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off RECREATIONAL 1995 Sea Nymph FM161 fishing boat with 70hp Evinrude outboard motor, trolling motor, 2 depth finders, 2 batteries, custom snapon cover, trailer, in very good condition. Ready to put in the water! $4500. 937-417-2569 GARAGE SALES INSIDE ESTATE SALE; 150 Hiawatha Dr, Greenville; March 1617-18; 8:30a-?; Furniture, antique glassware, household items

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NFRW representatives attend inauguration WASHINGTON, D.C. - “The day has ﬁnally arrived for President Donald J. Trump to place his left hand on the Bible and take the oath of oﬃce as our 45th president of the United States,” said Carrie Almond, president of the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW), at the Inaugural Ceremonies at the U.S. Capitol. “As President Trump takes the oath to ‘preserve, protect and defend,’ we as Americans begin working together as one nation under God

to ‘Make America Great Again,’” Almond aﬃrmed. In honor of President Trump and his love for our nation, the NFRW is sharing this special music video tribute, “America the Beautiful, Red, White and Blue.” Throughout 2016, Almond and fellow NFRW members traveled the country in a red, white and blue RV named “Rosie” to rally Republicans and register voters. The bus tour, dubbed “Destination: White House,” traveled over 30,000 miles

to 39 states, spending 189 days on the road and rallying tens of thousands of voters. “Our destination was the White House and here we are, just blocks from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. But this is just the beginning of our journey as freedom-loving Americans and conservative Republican women to strengthen our country and our military, better our schools and hometowns, bolster our work force and economy, and improve the lives of everyone who lives in these Unit-

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

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

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

222 W. Ash St., Piqua, Ohio 45356 937.773.8215

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2017 10:00 AM

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

ed States,” Almond said. “We are grateful to all those who worked with diligence, loyalty and sacriﬁce this past election cycle to help make this day possible,” Almond

added. “President Trump has built a private sector empire not just by listening to people, but by hearing loud and clear what they are saying. It is with great conﬁdence and renewed

enthusiasm that we look to the next four years of once again standing tall on the world stage.” Founded in 1938, the National Federation of Republican Women is the largest and

OUTSTANDING PUBLIC AUCTION

AUCTIONEERS: MIKE HAVENAR-RICK BAIR-TONY BAYMAN-RYAN HAVENAR

Saturday, March 25, 2017 9:30 A.M.

LOCATION: Miami County Fairgrounds, 650 N. Co. Rd. 25A, Troy, Ohio 45373 DIRECTIONS: County Rd. 25A North of Troy. Held in the Duke Building. 1970 PONTIAC LEMANS-2008 CHRYSLERGOLF CART-MOBIL SCOOTERS-VINTAGE FIRE EQUIPMENTAPPROX. 300 PIECES FENTON-COINS VINTAGE FIRE EQUIPMENT: 1927 Fire Box on Pole, Fire Lanterns; Fire Bells, Approx. 60 Fire Extinguishers; (all types, brass); 4 Fire Signals; Fire Hose; Fire Hose Racks; Ornate Fire Hose Rack w/Hose from Newberry Twp Bldg., Covington, OH; Collection of Vintage Brass Hose Nozzles; 2 Small Fire Boxes; Large Fire Box; 2 Fire Hydrants; Large Fire Extinguisher; LaFrance Gas Mask; Brass Truck Thermometer; Collection of Truck Gauges; Fire Phone, Signs; Pictures, Fire Pole, Fire Axes; Many Items Not Listed. FENTON & COLLECTABLES: Approx. 300 Pieces of Fenton; Vases, Baskets, Cranberry Pieces, Overlay, Many Pieces Signed by the Fenton Family; Centennial Collector Pieces, 10 Fenton Family Signatures; Burmese Sign By George Fenton; Rabbit; Christmas Tree; Cake Plate; Pair of Table Lamps; Bill Fenton Memorial Vase; 5 Fenton Perfume Bottles; Slippers; Fenton Boy & Girl; Angels; Red, Purple, Blue Overlay; Burmese, Many Signed Pieces By Fenton Family; Hand Painted Pieces; Very Nice Collection. 19 Royal Dalton Ladies Figurines; Royal Dalton Man/Woman/ Child (Christening Time); 6 Miniature Royal Dalton Ladies (Day Dreamers); Royal Dalton Santa; Lead Glass Table Lamp; 4 Princess Diana Dolls; 2 Jacqueline Kennedy Dolls; 3 Ornamental Foot Stools; Several Stands, Wooden & Wrought Iron to Display the Fenton Glass; 4 Pieces Green Overlay Pieces; Presidential Cup, Lincoln & Garfield Both Assassinated. COINS: Approx. 50 Silver Dollars, Morgan, Liberty; 4 Bags Westward Journey Nickels Mint Sets; 5 - 2009 Guam Quarter Sets; 3 - 2009 Puerto Rico Proof Sets; 3 - 2009 Proof Sets; 2003 Proof Set; 2004 Proof Set; 5 - 2010 Hot Springs Quarter Sets; 4 -2010 Quarter Bags; 15-2005 Westward Series Nickel Proof Sets; Rolls of Wheat Pennies; 5 Boxes Copper Pennies; 12 Sheets Lincoln Stamps. FROM THE GARAGE: Pair of Wooden Wheels w/Tires; 5 Vintage Oil Cans, Davis Welding Company; Battery Charger; Porcelain Atlas Tire Sign; Misc. Signs; Collection of Oil Cans; Steel Wheel Wagon; Nice Collection of License Plates; Vintage Gas Tank w/Pump; 2 BB Guns; Remington Cash Register; KY Collection; Husky Air Scout Air Compressor; Husqvarna Chain Saw; Stihl Limb Saw. COLLECTOR ITEMS: Hobart Die Cast Cars & Banks; Piqua National Bank Banks; Lard Cans; Collection of Keys; Fire Equipment; U.S. Navy Clock; Gold Waltham Pocket Watch; Elgin & Omega Pocket Watches; Rolex Wrist Watch. JEWELRY: Unique Precious Stones Indigenous to Asia but also known in the U.S., Such as Jade Turquoise, and Amethyst; Handmade Gemstone Glass Beaded Bracelets; Adjustable Jade Bracelets from Taiwan; Handmade White Natural Hawaiian Puka Shell Necklaces and Earrings; Variety of Other Jewelry. AUTOS - GOLF CART - SCOOTERS: 1970 Pontiac LeMans, Gold, 2 Door, Hard Top, 350 Engine, 2 Barrel, 41,000 Original Miles (Looks Like New). 2008 Chrysler Van, Town & Country, Signature Series, All Leather, 69,857 Miles w/Mobility Lift in Rear of Van; Two Chevy Belaire Car Doors (Early 1950’s); 2002 Polaris 500, 4x4, 1,095 Hours; EZ-GO Electric Golf Cart; 3 Mobility Scooters & Chair, Jazzy Mobility Chair, Pride Victory Scooter; Pace Saver Scooter. AUCTIONEER NOTE: This is a large collection of many years. Something for Everyone. 2 Rings All Day. Cars Sell at 12:00 Noon! Come spend the day the auction way. TERMS: Cash or Check with proper I.D. Not responsible for Accidents. Any Statements Made Day of Sale Supercede Statements Hereon.

most inﬂuential women’s political group in the nation, proudly representing the party that ﬁrst made it possible for women to vote in the U.S. In 2016, the NFRW’s nation-

wide “Destination: White House” tour, in a red, white and blue RV nicknamed “Rosie,” visited 39 states, logged 30,000 miles and rallied tens of thousands in support of Trump-Pence.

Beam earns promotion at Greenville Federal GREENVILLE – Greenville Federal is pleased to announce the promotion of Brian Beam to Bank Ofﬁcer. Beam began his banking career with Greenville Federal in 2012. He is a 2001 Greenville High School graduate and 2006 Graduate of Otterbein University where he received his B.A. in Visual Communications. Beam will continue as Marketing/ IT Manager, while taking on additional duties as a Bank Ofﬁcer. Beam resides in Saint Mary’s with his wife Katie and four children Parker, Elliana, Emmett and Addylin. Greenville Federal, a locally

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owned community bank has served the Darke County community for over 134 years and now serves the Miami County area with a branch in Troy. Greenville Federal is committed to providing excellent products and services to its customers and actively supporting the communities we serve. Learn more at www. greenvillefederal. com.

AUCTIONEERS

MIKE HAVENAR-RICK BAIR-TONY BAYMAN-RYAN HAVENAR

(937) 606-4743 “Have Gavel - Will Travel” www.auctionzip.com (Auctioneer #4544 & 6480)

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

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

JANET FASICK - OWNER

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

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

AUCTION

MARCH 18TH AT 9:00 AM

Woodland Heights Elementary 7550 St. Rt. 118 – Greenville, OH 45331

Open Inspection: Thurs. Mar. 16, 5-7pm & Fri. Mar. 17, 9-5pm Greenville City Schools surplus & loose furnishings for the Woodland Heights Elementary. Items selling will include but are not limited to: Comm. Kitch/Rest. & Cafeteria Equip to incl: coolers, freezers, ovens, prep tables, prep sinks, serving lines & steam tables, mixers, attachments, pots/pans etc; Electronics: Smart boards w/ long arm projectors & response kits; NEC Projectors; Elmo doc readers; Computer monitors & accessories; TV’s & DVD/VCR players; Routers; Media carts; Lg. sel. of wood & metal storage & file cabinets & shelving; 100’s of Student/ Teachers desks/chairs; Portable & stationary work stations; Teaching supplies/aids; White boards & bulletin boards; Pull down world/US maps; Pull down projector screens; Office equip; Laboratory supplies/equip; Nurse’s exam tables; Sound equip & musical instruments; Sports/gym equip; Basketball bank boards, rims, & nets; Wall hangings; Shop items/tools; Alum Ext. ladders; Housekeeping/Janitorial aids; Outdoor utility sheds. More information will become available including pictures and order of sale as we finalize preparations. Please check our website at www.midwest-auctioneers.com daily for updates including catalogs and pictures on these auctions. Terms: These auctions are being conducted with no buyer’s premium to onsite bidders and no state sales tax is required to be collected. All items are required to be paid for day of auction with the following payment options: Cash, personal or business check w/ID, or Master Card and Visa. There will be an additional 3% clerking fee added for credit cards. Additional terms and conditions apply to internet bidders. Can’t attend the auction? Bid online via www.proxibid.com (find the link on our website)

GREENVILLE CITY SCHOOLS

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AUTOMOTIVE MARKET

Darke County 4-H members, clubs recognized DARKE COUNTY – The Darke County 4-H held its Recognition and Kick-Off event Sunday, March 5 at Lighthouse Christian Center. Earning the 2017 I Dare You award were Molly Hunt and Nathan Mueller. Selection is based on excellence in character, balanced personal development, initiative and integrity in leadership. The following 4-H Clubs were recognized as Honor Clubs. These clubs have gone above and beyond regular 4-H activities. Gold Award: Blue Angels, Friendly Farmers, Pets –N- Partners, Darke County Beef, Jackson Friendship, Silver Hoofs, Darke County Holstein, Patterson Patchers, Versailles Busy Beavers, Canine Capers, Paws-

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A-Tive Attitude. Silver Award: Ansonia 4-H; and Bronze Award: Fun Bunch. * The 2016 Leadership Award winners are 4 Paws: Brant Helman; Ansonia 4-H: Mark Mayo, Olivia Wright Blue Angels: Charity Barnes, Raylea Richards Buckeye Buckaroos: Libbey Spoltman, Cassidy Ditty, Sierra Keller Canine Capers: Kennedy Hughes Darke County Beef: Grant Flory Darke County Holstein: Patrick Schmitmeyer, Webb Kress Darke County Rabbit Raisers: Samantha Holzapfel Darke County Sheep & Lamb: Haleigh Powell, Brock Shellhaas Darke County Swine: Ben Albers, Katelyn McKenna Doggone Kids: Jacob Bradshaw Friendly Farmers: Addison Metz Fun Bunch: Elizabeth Moss Genesis: Molly Hunt, Hayley Maher, Mitchell Schmitmeyer Jackson Friendship: Morgan Hissong, Molly Barga, Blake Scholl Jolly 4-Hers: Janelle

Hoelscher Joyful Jets: Wiley Knepshield, Shelby Rock, Devin Rock Odds–N- Ends: Craig Shoenleben, Nylani Beireis Patterson Patchers: Colleen Pohlman, Megan Schulze Paws-A-Tive Attitude: Erica Gilbert, Landon Black, Breanna Smith Rabbit Habbit: Courtney Bucklew, Chris Bucklew Silver Hoofs: Jacquie Gibboney, Cassie Gibboney, Jennifer Teegarden This-N-That: Emily Miller Top Notch: Jacob Osswald, Wyatt King Versailles Busy Beavers: Kasidy Davis, Alex Brewer, Carley Timmerman * Earning the 2016 Achievement Awards were: 4 Paws: Joslyn Crist Ansonia 4-H: Grace Dapore Blue Angels: Karson Beck, Maura Yount, Blake Addis Buckeye Buckaroos: Tiffany Shiverdecker, Bailey Wilson, Krystin Monroe Buckeye Buckaroos: Tiffany Shiverdecker, Bailey Wilson, Krystin Monroe Canine Capers: Lauren Heitkamp Darke County Beef: Isaac Gehret

Darke County Holstein: MacKenzie Bohman, Olivia Bohman Darke County Rabbit Raisers: Jamie Hemmelgarn Darke County Sheep & Lamb: Collin Peters, Caleb Kaiser, Jacob Prasuhn Darke County Swine: Levi Livingston, Kaelyn Marker, Tyler Martin Doggone Kids: Makennah Hutcheson, Jack Reed Friendly Farmers: Emily Wenning, Mattie Hiestand Fun Bunch: Koryann Elliott Genesis: Carmen Badell, Josie Winemiller, Aldon Edger Jackson Friendship: Jessica Thomas, Kristopher Marshal, Jocelyn Hoggatt Joyful Jets: Brenna Rock, Devin Rock, Kylee Freeman Odds –N-Ends: Megan Wood, Logan Richard Patterson Patchers: Lindsey Westgerdes, Noah Barga Paws-A-Tive Attitude: Chad Millikin Pets –N- Partners: Hope Schaaf Rabbit Habbit: Evan Rammel, Logan Winner Silver Hoofs: Jerrod Teegarden, Maggie House This-N-That: Hunter

Biddlestone Top Notch: Blake Brandenburg Versailles Busy Beavers: Anna Brewer, Dawson Petitjean-Cress, Madyson Hess * The 2016 County Medal Winners include: Beef: Ian Gehret and Isaac Gehret Child Care: Shayla Stephan Clothing & Textiles: Carmen Badell ,Charity Barnes, Maura Yount Community Service: Julie Oswalt Consumer & Family Sci-

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Crop insurance deadline is March 15 COLUMBUS – Ohio Lieutenant Governor Mary Taylor is reminding Ohio farmers the deadline to purchase or modify certain insurance coverage for spring-planted crops is March 15. “Farmers should contact an agent if they have not already addressed their crop insurance needs,” said Taylor, also director of the Ohio Department of Insurance. “Crop insurance can be an important piece of

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a risk management strategy.” Federally-subsidized, multiple-peril crop insurance covers certain weather, pest and revenue related losses. This coverage is dependent on crop establishment and reporting dates determined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) that farmers must meet. The dates vary by crop and county and are listed at

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CBC honors memory of Donor for Life GREENVILLE – Community Blood Center has lost a member of the blood donor family with the passing of Englewood’s Kristina Knapp Bradley. She was a young mother dedicated to helping others as a community volunteer, a faithful blood donor, and as the blood drive coordinator for the family Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln, Inc. dealership in Greenville. Kristina died Feb. 18 at the age of 32. It’s a tragic loss for her husband Vinny, daughter Makayla, parents Dave and Karen Knapp, and all their family, friends and community. Kristina made her ﬁrst blood donation in 2002 as a senior at Northmont High School. She became the marketing director at Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln, Inc. and was soon coordinating Saturday morning community blood drives in the dealership showroom. The Knapp family dealership has been hosting community blood drives since 2007, averaging at least two blood drives per year. In 2012 Dave Knapp

Ford Lincoln partnered with CBC to serve as sponsor for the 2012 “iFocus on Saving Lives” summer blood drive campaign with the grand prize of a new Ford Focus. Dave and Kristina decided to launch the campaign with a blood drive at the dealership on May 30, 2012, and Dave made his first lifetime donation. “I’ve got to lead by example,” he said. “I’ve helped in many other ways, but this is the first time with the God-given resource that is so needed.” Kristina was his inspiration. Many learned about the blood drive that day because of a special call for type O donors. Kristina was among those who answered the call. “I’ve always tried to talk him into it,” she said as she made her 15th lifetime donation. “He didn’t argue, not this time!” She continued to donate regularly at the dealership blood drives. Her final blood donation came Nov. 11, 2016 at the Northmont Community blood drive.

Kristina Knapp Bradley donating at the May 30, 2012 Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln blood drive.

Her donations were truly life-saving gifts because Kristina was both a “Universal Donor” and a “Baby Donor.” Her blood type was O negative, which any patient in need can receive. She was also a CMV-negative donor, meaning she had never been exposed to the common cytomegalovirus. Hospitals prefer to use CMV-negative blood for units designated for children and to ensure the safety of blood transfusions to newborns.

She was dedicated to giving back to the community, with a special focus on helping children. She served as the 2016 chairperson for the Darke County March of Dimes, taught dance at All About Dance and was a former cheerleading coach for Northmont Pee Wee football. CBC remembers Kristina Knapp Bradley as an honored “Donor for Life.” Learn more at www. GivingBlood.org.

Spirit awarded Union County 911 contract LIBERTY, IN - Spirit Medical Transport, LLC, is coming to Union County, Ind. During a meeting held March 6, Union County commissioners voted unanimously to enter into a contract through the end of the year with Spirit Medical Transport, LLC, to provide ambulance services to the county. The contract involves staffing one ambulance around the clock in the county solely for providing emergency medical services protection to county residents. During certain times of community events and celebrations between the Fourth of July and Labor Day, a second ambulance will be staffed and ready to respond. Service by Spirit Medical Transport, LLC, will begin at 12:01 a.m. March 16. “We are looking forward to serving the residents of this rural community,” said Brian K. Hathaway, President/CEO of Spirit Medical Transport, LLC. “This isn’t the first time we’ve bid on the contract, but it’s the first time we’ve been afforded the opportunity to serve the area.” Hathaway explained that a lot of work lies ahead for his management team in the days to come. He said they would be working with a variety of agencies to provide a seamless transition of service. “Our business motto is Our Family Taking Care of Your Family,” Hathaway explained. “With that said,

we encourage as many people from the local area with current EMS certifications to apply for consideration. The foundation of our business has been built over the past 10 years of employing local people from the areas we serve to provide quality care for their friends and neighbors.” Headquartered in Greenville, Spirit also maintains satellite stations in Celina, Englewood, Sidney, and Van Wert, as well as its Richmond, Ind., station. At this time, the company plans to immediately focus on acquiring employees to fulfill its 9-1-1 contract with Union County, with future plans to expand its non-emergency ambulance service to hospitals and nursing facilities within the local area. With Monday’s announcement, the company plans to add 15-20 EMS jobs in the coming months. On Feb. 16, 2017, Spirit celebrated 10 years of service to western Ohio and eastern Indiana. The company and its employees hold certifications in both Ohio and Indiana, allowing them to serve both Hoosier and Buckeye residents utilizing the same ambulance. “As a family owned and operated company, we owe our growth to the great family of professionals who have worked for us over the years,” said Aaron Guthrie, company Vice President. “It’s great to co-own a company that has some of its very first

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employees still actively working. It’s my hope through the competitive employment package we offer, which includes additional pay for longevity, we will be able to encourage some of the areas very best EMTs and paramedics to

join the Spirit family.” For more information about Spirit Medical Transport, LLC, and the services it offers, feel free to check them out at their website, on Facebook, or simply by calling them anytime at 1-866-548-2818.

Mote & Associates scholarship available GREENVILLE – Mote & Associates, Inc., Engineers and Land Surveyors, located in Greenville, established a scholarship in October 2002 at a celebration to honor the founder of the firm, Richard Mote, for his 30 years of dedicated leadership and his passion for engineering and surveying. The scholarship is for a commendable student seeking a post high school education or enrolled in an accredited college program in the field of engineering, surveying, architecture, or a closely related field of study. High School and College Undergraduate Scholarship applications for the 2016-2017 academic year can be accessed and completed on-line at www. moteassociates.com; or may be requested by contacting the company office listed below. Mote & Associates, Inc., in business for over 45 years, encourages all qualifying students to apply. Applications must be returned to the office of Mote & Associates, Inc., 214 West Fourth Street,

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GREENVILLE – St. Mary’s School Kindergarten Screening will take place Friday, March 31, from 8 a.m.–noon. Call the school office at 5482345 to set up an appointment. Children must be fiveyears-old on or before Sept. 30. Please provide copies of the child’s birth certificate, immunization records and custody papers (if applicable).

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pants can better manage their symptoms and feel healthier. Instead of focusing on any one disease, participants explore new ways to address challenges common to anyone with a long-term health problem. The program focuses on common problems like chronic pain, nutrition, exercise, medication use, emotions, and communicating with doctors and family about your illness. Participants develop skills and coping strategies to manage their symptoms through action planning, interactive learning, problem-solving, decisionmaking, and social support. The Area Agency on Aging, PSA 2 helps older adults of west central Ohio remain in their homes with independence and dignity. We are an independent, private, nonproﬁt corporation that plans and funds services for older persons in Champaign, Clark, Darke, Greene, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, and Shelby Counties.

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