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Stevens is the face of Darke County’s walk RYAN BERRY

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Dusty Yingst is shown presenting a trophy to the Lady Railroaders when he was athletic director at Bradford.

Yingst approved as new athletic director SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Board of Education voted 4-1 to hire Dusty Yingst as the district’s new athletic director during their March 17 meeting, with board member David Ernst giving the dissenting vote. “It’s a great honor,” Yingst told the board and school administration. Yingst will be paid $65,000 per year on a twoyear contract. “We look forward to working with you,” Superintendent Doug Fries told Yingst, who attended the meeting with his wife, Crystal. Yingst is currently serving as the athletic director

and transportation supervisor for Mississinawa Valley Schools. A Covington High School graduate, Yingst earned a bachelor’s degree in sports management from Bowling Green State University. While at Covington, Yingst played basketball and baseball. At BGSU, he worked as a student manager for the men’s basketball team. “I am extremely excited,” Yingst said. “It’s a great opportunity for my professional career. I’m looking forward to getting started and getting to know the staff and students,” Yingst told the Early Bird on Thursday. Yingst and his wife live in Bradford and are parents of a son, Garrett, 2, and are expecting a baby daughter, due in early April.

GREENVILLE – In 1938, Franklin Delano Roosevelt called up the nation to send their dimes to the Whitehouse with the hope of eradicating polio. The March of Dimes was born and polio is now a distant memory. March of Dimes has since shifted its primary focus to the prevention of birth defects and some of the equipment and tests we now take for granted are the direct result of the money raised and the research performed by the March of Dimes. Jackie Allen, executive director of March of Dimes for the Dayton Market, gave one example after another of some of the strides the organization has made to prevent birth defects – ultra sound, PKU tests, Apgar Score, etc. Ohio currently has 34 newborn screenings and the other 49 states have a minimum of 29. Most, if not all, are a result of what March of Dimes has been able to accomplish. She has an answer to people that ask if the funds raised by the March for Babies fundraiser in Darke County stay local. “Every baby born at Wayne HealthCare is touched by March of Dimes. Yes, the funds stay local.” Allen joined with team leaders and sponsors at a kick-off luncheon on March

Gabriel Stevens was joined by his parents, Michelle Baker and Jerami Stevens, during the March of Dimes kick-off luncheon.

17 to build enthusiasm for this year’s event on April 30 at the Darke County Fairgrounds. The ﬁve-mile walk will start at 9 a.m. with registration beginning at 8 a.m. Allen was also pleased to announce this year’s ambassador, Gabriel Stevens. “Gabe is the face of our walk in Darke County this year,” she said. Gabe is the son of Michelle Baker and Jerami Stevens, and is a seventh grader at Greenville Junior High. Speaking to the luncheon guests, Gabe said he was born six weeks early and weighed three pounds. After spending three weeks in the NICU he was ﬁnally able to gain a pound and was allowed to go home with his parents. Today, Gabe is a healthy 13-year-old and shows no signs of his premature

birth. He participated on the junior high cross country team and is currently preparing for the track season. He wants to be able to run at least three of the ﬁve mile trek this year. Gabe is also in accelerated math and science classes at school, but admits he really likes math and art. Allen is looking for more volunteers to help with this year’s walk. She knows there

are schools that require students to have community service credit and believes March for Babies would be perfect. They need adults, junior/senior high school students, church groups, or school groups to assist with set up and tear down. Set up would be on April 29, 4-6 p.m., in the Youth Building. The organization will need help setting up tables, chairs and signs. On April 30, they will need help tearing everything down. Help is needed on Saturday from 7 a.m. up until noon or 1 p.m. She noted they will take as much help as they can get. Allen can be reached at (937) 657-0958 or jkallen@marchofdimes. org. Allen also encouraged families and groups to start a team and raise money for March of Dimes. “Two or three people can be on a team. We want to see more family and friends groups.” If you would like to form a team, contact Allen. They have set a goal of $110,000 this year.

Community and DD team up for game VERSAILLES – Darke DD and Special Olympics will host the third annual Community Basketball Game on March 23, 6:45 p.m., at the Versailles Middle School Gym, 280 Marker Road. The game

is held annually to bring recognition to March DD Awareness Month. Come out and cheer for all of your favorites – Warriors, Slammers, Dawgs, cheerleaders and community members.

Brothers have special bond before surgery RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES – “Blood is thicker than water” to some may seem like an old cliché, but for the Myers family in Versailles it’s a beautiful example of one sibling caring for another. What may surprise you about this example of “brotherly love” is that it is taking place between two young boys that should be wrestling around with each and getting each other into trouble. Shortly after his birth, Doug and Danielle Myers realized their newborn son, Aiden, might have a medical issue. At just three months of age Aiden had his ﬁrst seizure and what the family learned after that incident has forever changed their lives. Aiden was diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). TSC is a genetic disorder that prevents a body from forming tumors. At any given time, on any organ of the body, a tuberous type of tumor can form. There is currently no treatment or cure to stop the tumors from forming.

Aiden, now seven-yearsold, has at least 32 tumors on his brain as well as on the back of his eye. At least one of the tumors on his brain causes epilepsy and frequent seizures. Other than his mother and father, Aiden has one big supporter by his side since the day he was born. That would be his big brother, Joshua. The nineyear-old has witnessed ﬁrst-hand what this disorder has done to his brother and continues to search for ways to comfort and brighten Aiden’s day. In May, Aiden and his family will be travelling to Houston, Texas to meet with Dr. Howard Weiner. The renowned pediatric neurosurgeon will be implanting sensors in Aiden’s brain to try and pinpoint the tumor(s) that cause the seizures. Once this is done they may be able to remove the tumor and lessen the toll the seizures are taken on Aiden’s body. Knowing the appointment with Dr. Weiner was fast approaching, Joshua decided he wanted to do something that would make his brother’s stay in Texas a little more enjoyable. He made a plea to family and friends to

Super Aiden was diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex shortly after he was born. In May he will meet with a neurosurgeon to control his seizures.

send cards to his brother. He and his mother set up a Facebook Page, Cards of Encouragement Before Super Aiden’s Neurosurgery. Danielle said cards and packages arrive regularly. Like with any other nine-year-old, enough is never enough. Joshua wants to ﬁll Aiden’s hospital room in Texas with good thoughts and wellwishes. He has renewed his request for cards for his brother. If you would like to send a card of encouragement, mail to PO Box 4546, Sidney, Ohio 45365. Since Aiden’s diagnosis, Danielle has had a diagnosis of her own.

She learned over a year ago she has Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). In addition to caring for her four children, she has also had to deal with ﬂare-ups and allergic reactions to medications meant to manage the RA. In addition to her two boys, she and Doug also have two daughters, Elise is four-years-old and Katelynn will turn twoyears-old next month. Her illness as well as Aiden’s Tuberous Sclerosis has put the family’s budget under strain. The possibility of the family being able to afford this much needed surgery for Aiden is slim. A family friend has set up a Go Fund Me account under Super Aiden’s Big-

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girls had left school premises and had not been located. The victim was in the school nurse’s office. The officer noted the victim’s injuries as being around her eyes and face and took photos for the report. The victim told the officer that there was an ongoing issue between she and the suspect and they had been “bad mouthing” each other. The suspect was then brought back to the school by her mother. The victim was transported to the emergency room for treatment of her injuries. The suspect was issued a citation for assault and released to her mother. Disorderly conduct

On March 12, an officer was dispatched to the parking lot at Walmart in reference to an assault. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with the victims, Clay Buckingham and Joy Marsh. Buckingham told the officer that his friend Taige Sullenbarger had followed him into the parking lot, got out of his car and reached through the passenger side window across Marsh to grab him, pushing him while he was sitting behind the steering wheel. Buckingham stated he thought Sullenbarger was upset because he had attempted to pass Buckingham’s car as they were driving into town, but was unable to. The officer noted the two victims had no identifying injuries and there were no marks to substantiate their claim. The of-

ﬁcer then made contact with Sullenbarger at the Greenville Police Department. Sullenbarger admitted he did reach across Marsh and grabbed Buckingham by the shirt. He said he was upset with Buckingham for driving over 100 mph before they got to Greenville and that Buckingham and Marsh had a two-year-old child in the car with them. Sullenbarger admitted he did grab Buckingham and may have elbowed Marsh when he let go of Buckingham. Sullenbarger was cited for disorderly conduct. Wanted person

On March 12, an officer observed Zach Eldridge walking in the 600 block of East Third Street. The officer was aware there was an active arrest warrant through the police department for Eldridge. Eldridge was identified, arrested and transported to the county jail with no bond. Per the warrant he must serve 29 days in jail for failure to appear on a probation revocation hearing. Greenville police received a call reporting two individuals arguing in a van outside the Greenville Library on March 11. Upon arrival, the officer found the female (not named in report) inside the van, who said her boyfriend (not named in report) was walking toward Devor Street and had a needle in his pocket. The officer was aware there

Mathias An induction ceremony to honor the new hall of fame members will take place at the Trojan Alumni Homecoming event on April 16. Congratulations are extended to the winners on behalf of the Arcanum Alumni Hall of Fame Committee, The Arcanum Alumni Committee and the ArcanumButler Local School District. Criteria for the awards as well as nomination forms are available at the Arcanum Board of Education Ofﬁce or on-line at http:// www.arcanum-butler.k12. oh.us/.

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Storm produces several tornadoes, destroys property DARKE COUNTY - The area was impacted by a strong storm Monday afternoon that produced several confirmed tornadoes around the Miami Valley. As Tornado Warnings were issued by the National Weather Service, strong winds and rain moved through Darke County. The heavy wind and rotation caused damage to several properties in and around Darke County, including completely destroying a horse show barn and other structures on the 7100 block of Dull Road near Arcanum. The NWS confirmed a total of five separate twisters produced by the storm, in-

cluding an EF-1 touchdown in nearby Phillipsburg which was caught on video by Greenville resident Emily Weaver. As the NWS extended the warnings for the area, local schools delayed dismissal of the students for safety precautions during the storm. “Several of the parents here to pickup students left their cars and ran into the school for cover,” said John Stephens, Superintendent of Arcanum-Butler Schools. In addition to the tornado damages, a lightning strike caused a house ﬁre on the north side of Greenville. No injuries have been reported as a result of the storm.

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ed to arrange bond. While speaking with her, the defendant made the statement “Ok, you want the truth, I am an addict.” The girlfriend refused to meet him at the jail and to post his bond. The defendant was then issued a citation for possession of drug paraphernalia. 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.

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AAHOF will induct ﬁrst members ARCANUM – The Distinguished Alumni and Honorary Trojan Hall of Fame was established to honor those individuals who have made a signiﬁcant 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 its inaugural members. The 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award Winners: Keith Furlong and Joyce Colville The 2016 Honorary Trojan Award Winner: Richard

was a warrant for the defendant’s arrest. After locating the defendant, the officer arrested him for failure to appear on a theft charge. The officer asked the defendant if he had anything on him that would stick the officer. The defendant replied “no.” The officer found a needle in the right front pants pocket of the defendant, who stated “how did that get there” and then told the officer he was diabetic. The officer asked why he would have a needle and no insulin. The defendant said he “ didn’t need it now.” The defendant told the officer he was worried about going to jail. Due to this statement, the officer asked the defendant if he was going to become “dope sick.” The defendant answered no and that he hadn’t used heroin in three months. Upon arrival at the jail, the defendant asked to call his girlfriend and want-

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Jury returns â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Guiltyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; verdict in stolen vehicle arson case BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; After a seven hour long deliberation, a jury returned a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Guiltyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; verdict Wednesday afternoon against Tony R. Bandedo, who was accused of his involvement in a 2013 vehicle arson ďŹ re in Darke County. Bandedo was indicted on one count of Arson, a felony of the third degree, following an investigation into the theft and intentional burning of his 2012 Toyota Camry on Dec. 8, 2013. The Darke County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce responded to the suspicious vehicle ďŹ re on the 8800 block of Hartle Road. Deputies contacted Bandedo at his workplace in Greenville soon after the vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s registered owner was identiďŹ ed. The investigation revealed that a suspect(s) made entry into the vehicle while it was parked behind the restaurant in which Bandedo was manager. According to testimony by a automotive forensic lock expert, the valet key, which was reportedly unsecured inside the glove box of the car, was used to start the Camry. It was believed the car was driven into a rural area so the vehicle could be completely destroyed without the ďŹ re department being able to dispatch to scene quickly. Over the course of the

Tony Bandedo testiďŹ ed on his own behalf. (Clinton Randall photo)

three day trial, the jury heard testimony from a number of law enforcement, expert and character witnesses. The jury also listened to sworn testimony from the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s key witness, a conďŹ dential informant working closely with detectives, and Bandedo himself, who denied having any type of knowledge or involvement in the theft and/or ďŹ re. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My hand to Godâ&#x20AC;Ś I never did this and I am innocent,â&#x20AC;? Bandedo stated to the jury during direct testimony. In day two of the trial, Darke County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Deborah S. Quigley presented evidence of a recorded conversation between Bandedo and the conďŹ dential informant. The jury listened to the audio recordings, which Quigley insisted that the defendant implicated himself

after making several incriminating statements. The state believed the evidence proved beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant wanted to get rid of the car since he was having ďŹ nancial issues and had nearly $10,000 of negative equity tied up in the vehicle. The defense claimed that Mr. Bandedo had no reason to have the car destroyed since their were Christmas presents inside for his children and he continued to make his monthly payments for nearly 18 months after the incident. Though Bandedo claimed the loss of the car, State Farm Insurance denied the claim after an investigation by the company. Once the case went to the jury Wednesday morning, both parties were conďŹ dent in the case they had presented. According to a jury member, after nearly

DCCA coffee house comes to Arcanum ARCANUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Singer/ songwriter Sarah Goslee Reed will perform at Arcanum Historical Societyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wayne Trail House on March 31 as part of Darke County Center for the Artsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Coffeehouse Series; the show begins at 7 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sarah sings about beauty and the natural world, as well as love and loss ,â&#x20AC;? said DCCA Artist Director Keith Rawlins. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Her richly beautiful voice and downto-earth, uplifting songs

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville City Council Finance Committee will meet March 23, 9 a.m., in the City Council Chambers in the Municipal Building, Greenville. The committee will review the restructuring of the pay grades for the Clerk of Council/Account Clerk. They will also review and determine the pay grades for the new positions of IT manager and IT Technician.

will please audiences of all ages,â&#x20AC;? he stated. DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffeehouse Series presents performances in congenial venues with a casual social atmosphere where food and drink are also offered. Concert-goers can sample culinary tidbits prepared by Arcanum Historical Society volunteers, as well as appealing drink choices, all available for a donation to the Society. According to Mr. Rawlins, Sarah Goslee Reed lives in rural Mount Vernon amid numerous plants and animals, and her music reďŹ&#x201A;ects her love of nature and all of humankind. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She sings about the earth, her garden, planting trees, and much, much more; her songs tell stories, celebrating real life woven through with bittersweet meditations about the remorseless passing of years,â&#x20AC;? Rawlins explained. Reed, who has been performing for over 20 years, says that her music is greatly inďŹ&#x201A;uenced by the folk music of the sixties and the songs of

The Beatles. DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffeehouse Series is sponsored by Julie and Tom Graber, Eileen and Steve LitchďŹ eld, and Rodney Oda. The Ohio Arts Council helps fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund. Tickets for the Sarah Goslee Reed show cost $10, and can be purchased by contacting DCCA at 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts.net, and at DCCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ofďŹ ce located within Greenville Public Library as well as online at www. CenterForArts.net. Tickets will also be sold at Ben Franklin in Arcanum. If any remain by show time, tickets will also be available at the door.

six hours the voting between the eight woman and four men of the jury remained deadlocked. In the ďŹ nal hour of the deliberation, the 12 jurors agreed to convict the defendant of Arson (F3). When asked what the key factor in the verdict was, the jury member told The Early Bird it was the recorded conversation between Bandedo and the conďŹ dential informant. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He (Bandedo) said several things that really proved to us he knew about the crime,â&#x20AC;? the juror explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We went through the tapes over and over again before we agreed the state had proven itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s case.â&#x20AC;? Defense attorney Daniel Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;He has never heard of a hung jury changing their minds that fast in all of the 55 years he has practiced law.â&#x20AC;? He conďŹ rmed they will likely appeal the verdict. Darke County Common Pleas Court Judge Jona-

than P. Hein continued the OR (own recognizance) bond for Bandedo and will schedule a sentencing hearing following a pre-

sentence investigation by the Adult Probation Department. Bandedo faces up to three years in prison and a $10,000 ďŹ ne.

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program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The value of the investment of the ReFresh program at Wayne HealthCare has been improved morale, improved culture. People are feeling better â&#x20AC;&#x201C; physically and mentally and hopefully in some cases itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s helping with the management of chronic disease,â&#x20AC;? Francis explained. Employers interested in contacting Francis to introduce a workplace wellness plan at their place of business may reach him at 937-5477409 or email Jordan. Francis@waynehealthcare.org.

County takes next step BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; County commissioners will enter an agreement with Key Funding Services Inc. to prepare an application for a $500,000 local government safety capital grant. Darke County will use the grant for the installation of a multi-agency radio communications (MARCS) tower, to be located on State Route 47 in Union City, Ohio. The competitive grant is set to be awarded this May, said Mindy Saylor, Darke County Director of EMA/LEPC. A new tower, she explained, would be the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fourth and â&#x20AC;&#x153;would correct identiďŹ ed coverage issues we have in the county.â&#x20AC;? The state has set aside $10 million for 2016 and another $10 million for 2017 for such projects, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a new state grant that just became available this year,â&#x20AC;? Saylor said. The Darke County grant application is unusual, Saylor noted, because of the multiple government entities involved in securing application information. All 20 Darke County Townships, along with Union City ofďŹ cials, worked with Saylor, the sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s department and county commissioners to meet the tight deadline. Commissioner Mike Rhoades said it was â&#x20AC;&#x153;an achievement to get all 20 townships to sign upâ&#x20AC;? to support the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tower project. The better collaboration we have the

better odds we have to get it (the grant).â&#x20AC;? Rhoades called the collaboration effort a â&#x20AC;&#x153;serious educationâ&#x20AC;? effort due to some township trustees not knowing about the on-going discussion by commissioners to secure funding for such a project, due to township trustee meeting schedules. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I give tremendous praise to our townships for working with us on short notice,â&#x20AC;? Saylor said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They came through for us.â&#x20AC;? The city of Union City will be donating the land for the tower, Saylor said. Phase 1 of the project would be the construction of the tower, with Phase 2 being the installation of equipment. Motorola has already visited Union City to conďŹ rm that the proposed site will work for tower

installation. The new communications tower is planned to be 200-feet tall and be a self-supporting tower, said Darke County Chief Deputy Mark Whittaker. The original estimate for the project, submitted by Motorola, was $855,000-plus, Whittaker said, but has been revised to $676,728 after learning some used equipment is being considered. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The state does have some (used) equipment we are looking at,â&#x20AC;? Whittaker said. The Ohio MARCS also would donate the building, generator and propane tank to run the generator, Whittaker noted. The commissionerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agreement with Key Funding Services for grant preparation is not to exceed $5,000 and expires Dec. 31.

Ithaca Cemetery gives rules reminder ARCANUM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Twin Township Trustees are encouraging everyone that now is the time to remove old decorations and items from the gravesite. Due to the upcoming â&#x20AC;&#x153;mowing season,â&#x20AC;? you are strongly encouraged to pay particular attention to the rules listed below. Your assistance is aiding the trustees with the upkeep of the grounds and markers is greatly encouraged and appreciated. No trespassing after dark; the cemetery open dawn to dusk. No plant-

ing of any kind on lots except grass seed. All ďŹ&#x201A;owers and wreaths permitted on graves only one week before and two weeks after Memorial Day. Any faded or unkempt decorations will be removed. All ďŹ&#x201A;owers and saddles that can be blown away by the wind should have the name of the grave on it. All grave decorations lying on the ground and unmarked will be placed by the barn (temporarily) and then discarded at a later date at the convenience of the cemetery staff.

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Aultman will face Rogers in the fall BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – While the state of Ohio may have gone for John Kasich, Darke County didn’t follow along with the majority of Ohio’s counties. With 100 percent of the precincts reporting, the Darke County Board of Elections shows a different story from local residents. A few hundred votes separated Donald Trump and Governor Kasich with Trump taking Darke County. Trump registered 43 percent to Kasich’s 40 percent. Ted Cruz ﬁnished third in the county with 14 percent of the vote. Marco Rubio rounded out the ﬁeld of contestants that were still in the race with two percent. Darke County Democrats chose Hillary Clinton with 55 percent of the vote over Bernie Sanders, 43 percent. Roque De La Fuenta garnered two percent. In the contested races in the county, Matt Aultman will represent the Republican Party against Leon Rogers this fall for the County Commission seat that is being contested. Aultman had 52 percent of the vote. Joe LeMaster gained 37 percent while Freddie E. Dean had 1o percent. In the special election for the eighth district congressional seat that became open with John Boehner’s resignation, Darke County chose Warren Davidson with 33.79 percent over Bill Beagle, 25.23 percent. Tim-

othy S. Derickson ﬁnished a distant third in the county with 15.33 percent. Davidson went on to win the vote in the eighth district and will face Democrat Corey Foister in the fall. In other contested races, county voters chose Rob Portman to represent them in the Senate. Portman received 8,295 votes and Don Elijah Eckhart had 1,768 votes. On the Democrat ticket, Darke Countians chose former Ohio Governor Ted Strickland (1,428) over P.G. Sittenfeld (426) and Kelli Prather (324). Tax levies in the county did well with all passing. Gettysburg Village – EMS: Additional, 3 mill, continuing: For 67, Against 39 Adams Township – Fire & EMS: Additional, 3 mill, 5 Years: For 351, Against 305 Butler Township – Cemeteries: Renewal, 0.35 mill, Continuing: For 296, Against 167 Arcanum Public Library – Current Exp: Renewal, 1 mill, Continuing: For 1,298, Against 619 Greenville Public Library – Current Op Exp: Renewal, 1 mill, Continuing: For 4,106, Against 2,215 Versailles EVSD – Current Exp: Renewal, 1%, 4 Years: For 1,527, Against 678 For a complete list of vote totals for candidates and issues, visit www.bluebagmedia.com and search “Aultman”.

GREENVILLE – Darke County Auditor Carol Ginn has announced with the passage of Amended Senate Bill 10, the state legislature has expanded the Homestead Exemption Program, a reduction in property taxes, for all disabled veteran homeowners. Under Ohio Revised Code 323.151(F), a “Disabled veteran” is deﬁned as a person who is a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, including reserve components thereof, or of the national guard, who has been discharged from active duty in the armed forces under honorable conditions and who has received a total disability rating or a total disability rating for compensation based on unemployability for a service-

connected disability or combination of service-connected disabilities. Every disabled veteran, who qualifies, will receive an exemption of $50,000 on the appraised value of their home from property taxes on a single family residence. The new law becomes effective March 23. Proof of disability status, along with a copy of your DD214 form, is required for the homestead program. For more information, contact the Auditor’s Office at 547-7313 and ask for Emily or Kyley. Applications are available in the Darke County Auditor’s Office, located in the Courthouse, 504 S. Broadway, Courthouse 1st Floor, Greenville.

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Honeywell retirees discuss insurance GREENVILLE – There will be a meeting open to all Honeywell retirees who will be losing their health insurance on Jan. 1, 2017, at the Brick Room in the Brethren Retirement Community. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. on March 22. This is an informational meeting only with an insurance representative to speak to them. The representative will be giving options, pros and cons and ideas on the kind of insurance they will be able to get. They will also be discussing supplemental insurance

and beneﬁts. The representative will give names of individuals who will be able to guide them further for those who will be seeking full insurance because they are not eligible for Medicare or the supplements. There will be information material given to those in attendance and those who have made arrangements for information to be sent to them. There will be a donation box at the meeting for donations for using the Brick Room.

Help school districts; help the students In western Ohio, we have the best schools in the state. Ohio’s public high schools were JIM BUCHY OHIO ranked sevREPRESENTATIVE enth in the Nation in 2015 by US News and World Report. Ohio needs to continue to support and empower the local school systems to give our children the highest quality education available. It is important that we work to reduce state interference with this high quality education. Our local teaching professionals know how to get the job done and when they have proven it year in and year out we should recognize that by letting them do their jobs. Our local Senators, Faber and Hite recognize the success of our schools and have taken the lead by introducing a bill to exempt the highest performing schools from certain state

mandates. Senate Bill 3 will reduce bureaucracy; focus on locally driven teacher improvement and cut state testing times. We know our local school administrators can determine a teacher’s ability to prepare students in math, reading, science, or a vocational technology program. We need to allow these administrators to make the most appropriate stafﬁng decisions for their schools. In particular we need to improve connections between industry and the classroom and make it easier for a successfully industry partner to enter the classroom as a highly skilled teacher. SB 3 will remove barriers to the teaching profession and streamline the process to a teacher certiﬁcation. Our schools deserve the freedom to select the best educator for an open position because our students deserve the best teachers. The Ohio teacher evaluation system is clunky and bogged down by unneeded

bureaucracy and paper work. School administrators know the track record of teachers, the results of teachers, and they know which teachers are good, and which ones need improvement. When you ask an administrator which teacher needs the most improvement in the building they can tell you. Yet, when reading their ﬁle it appears that teacher is who’s who in American education. We need to reduce the bureaucracy and encourage administrators to spend time with their lowest performing teachers and encourage them to document real improvement. By removing state mandates, our local administrators will be able to pat the best teachers on the back and provide clarity for those who struggle. Cookie cutter mandates don’t work in the schools in western Ohio because we are better than that. By reducing state testing, and letting our teachers and administrators know they are

in charge of their schools we will see better results. Our schools are the best and should be recognized for their hard work by this needed reduction of state mandates. Senators Faber and Hite took an important lead by recognizing the exceptional efforts of our local schools. We should be working to reduce Ohio’s mandates on the highest performing schools because they know best how to educate children. By reducing bureaucracy; focusing on locally driven teacher improvement and cutting state testing times we will be able to encourage our successful local schools and future growth from those wishing to receive the rewards of being in that upper echelon of education. Please give me your opinion on this topic and others in the news this month by completing an online survey at tinyurl.com/buchymarch2016.

Keeping promise of secure retirement Last week, I met with Rita Lewis of West Chester, in Butler County. Rita was in WashSHERROD BROWN ington to tesU.S. SENATOR tify in front of the Senate Finance Committee in honor of her late husband, Butch. Butch worked as a trucker for 40 years with the promise that the pension he earned would be there to care for his family after he retired. But for Butch and Rita and thousands more Ohio retirees, that promise is under threat. A law Congress passed two years ago allows pension trustees to propose massive cuts to the earned beneﬁts of retirees when a plan is running low on funds. This is disgraceful. If a pension fund is in bad shape, it’s our job to ﬁx it — not to break our promises to Ohioans who have worked their whole lives to earn that pension. I believed that two years ago when I voted against the law that allowed

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these proposed cuts, and I believe it now. That’s why I have introduced two bills — the Miners Protection Act and the Keep Our Pension Promises Act — that would protect the benefits Ohio workers earned over a lifetime of work. And it’s why I am calling on the Treasury to immediately reject the proposed cuts to the Central States Teamsters pension. Ohio retirees whose pensions are under threat are part of so-called multiemployer pensions, including retired coalminers and truckers. The United Mine Workers of America’s 1974 pension plan was almost completely funded before the financial collapse in 2008, but the plan is now in bad shape, putting the health care and benefits of retirees in jeopardy. The 1974 plan covers more than 425 Memorial Dr. Greenville, OH 45331

100,000 mineworkers, including thousands of Ohioans. Another 47,000 Ohioans, who are Teamsters, are also part of the Central States Pension Fund and facing a similar crisis. Miners worked underground their entire lives to put food on the table, send their kids to college, and help power this country. Truckers crisscrossed the state and the country to pay the bills, support their families, and drive our economy forward. They deserve the full pension and health benefits they were promised, and that they worked a lifetime to earn. Butch Lewis led the Southwest Retirees Pension Committee’s fight against cuts to their earned benefits. He passed away on New Year’s Eve due to a stroke, which doctors have attributed, at least in part,

to the stress he faced over the proposed pension cuts. Rita’s widow benefits have already been cut and she faces an additional 40 percent reduction because of the proposed cuts put forth by Central States. Butch said the cuts being forced on retirees amount to a war against the middle class and the American Dream — and he’s right. Ohio’s retired workers have earned their pensions and retirement savings over a lifetime of hard work — whether it’s behind a desk, on the factory floor, down in coalmines or behind the wheel. We should honor Butch’s memory by continuing his work. That means coming together to support a bipartisan solution to protect Rita’s benefits and the pensions of tens of thousands of Ohio retirees.

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JCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will be open March 25

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Card Shower for Jones GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The family of Shirley (Lehman) Jones would like to honor her with a card shower in celebration of her 80th birthday, March 30. Her family includes children, Sherry and Ken Preston, Brian and Jane Jones, Blaine and Debbie Jones, Sally and Stephen Evers, Brad and Jean Jones, all of Greenville. She also has numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Cards and memories may be sent to her at 212 13th St., Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Good Friday in Versailles VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Community Good Friday Worship Service will bring the community together to remember Jesusâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; last moments with readings, responses, music and a message at the Community Good Friday Worship on March 25, noon. The service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church. Take your lunch break and come to experience the sacriďŹ ce that our Lord and Savior made for each of us. The service will last a half-hour.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; JCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Coffee House is pleased to announce they will be open and celebrating spring with Rick Brewer as the musical entertainment on March 25, 7:30 p.m. Brewer will be singing a mix of old favorites as well as gospel songs. Come out and join them for food, fellowship and fun. Games and pool tables will be available or listen to the music. Bring friends, date or mate with no charge at the door. The snack bar will be open. They are located in the U-Turn Building at the Lighthouse Christian Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s complex on Sebring Warner Road, off the US Route 127 by-pass, southeast of Greenville. For information, call Janice at 417-5926.

Trinity hosts dinner and service VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Trinity Lutheran Church, 204 E. Wood St., Versailles, will hold its annual Soup Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Sandwich Supper on March 24. Serving will be from56:30 p.m. in the church basement. There will be a variety of soups, sandwiches and desserts to choose from. A free-will donation will be appreciated to enhance various outreach ministries. The community is invited to attend. Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Worship Service begins at 7 p.m. with Holy Communion being offered. The traditional stripping of the altar will occur to represent the preparation for the following day when Jesus will spend his last hours on earth.

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Mission teams serve families living in dump GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Destination Known, the mission ministry of EUM Church, recently returned from two back-to-back mission trips to Guatemala. This is EUMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 11th year partnering with Potterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House Association who has been investing in serving at risk children and youth for 30 years. Over the years, EUM mission teams have been blessed with the opportunity to build fourteen sturdy, safe homes for families that live in one of the sixteen shanty communities surrounding the Guatemala City garbage dump. This dump is the size of 22 American football ďŹ elds and is the largest dump in Central America. During the ďŹ rst week, Jan. 30â&#x20AC;&#x201C;Feb. 6, a team built two additional homes for families living in the dump. The second team, serving Feb. 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;13, consisted of medical professionals including a doctor, nurses, EMTs, a ďŹ&#x201A;ight nurse and even a nursing student. This week was spent providing medical care to the people living in the Guatemala City dump and to a community called Chiquimula â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which is over three hours outside the city. Chiquimula is a small community that has a smaller garbage dump

where approximately one hundred people work and live. The families living in the dump have no resources, and most often their medical needs go unattended. A clinic was also made available at the local police department to care for the local police and the Guatemala swat team. Many people, young and old alike, are seen walking around the garbage dumps with no shoes. Their feet are badly damaged from the litter of their surroundings. Another noticeable trait is many childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hair turn a dark reddish color. This is caused by extreme malnutrition. These kids are starving as they compete with the dogs and vultures for food found in the dump. Both teams were able to participate in prayer visits with some of the families. Team members spent time getting to know the family, offered prayer for their needs, and talked about their relationship with Jesus. Each family visited was also given a bag of food. The mission teams are able to provide much in the way of physical needs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; homes, food, medical care â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but none are more important than sharing the love of Jesus with the people in the dump communities. Being part of such a

Shown is the dump where EUMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission teams helped residents living in Guatemala City.

great ministry not only affects the people that are served, but it also changes the lives of team members that go on the trips. If you have felt God nudging you to go on a mission trip, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waitâ&#x20AC;Ś it will change

your life forever! For more information contact Cliff Rapier, Missions Coordinator, EUM Church, 111 Devor Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331, crapier@eumchurch.org, or 548-3211 ext. 212.

Hildebrand promoted GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Jeff Kniese, President/CEO of Greenville Federal, announced the promotion of Holly Hildebrand to AVP/Retail Lending Sales Manager. Mrs. Hildebrand began her banking career with Greenville Federal in 2006 where she has held positions in both Loan Processing and Loan Origination. Mrs. Hildebrand enjoys volunteering her time at church, reading, and spending time with her family. Greenville Federal was founded in 1883 and remains the oldest locally owned ďŹ nancial institution headquartered

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Danis couple will speak at St. Denis VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; On March 21, St. Denis Catholic Church will again offer a free â&#x20AC;&#x153;open to the publicâ&#x20AC;? talk from 7-8:30 p.m. Guest speakers Josh and Holly Danis will give a candid, refreshing and faith centered presentation on marriage and family. Josh serves the Archdiocese of Cincinnati as coordinator of Family and Respect Life. His ofďŹ ce is located in nearby Sidney and his wife Holly is the youth minister of St. Patrick Church in Troy. Danis received a BA in Philosophy and Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville, has served as National Coordinator for Radio Maria USA, Director of Spiritual Renewal and Coordinator of Religious Education for St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Catholic Church. Danis has organized and led retreats and spiritual formation programs towards deepening spiritual understanding for adults

as well as children. The evening is sponsored by the local regional Catholic churches: St. Denis of Versailles, Holy Family of Frenchtown, and Immaculate Conception of Bradford, The presentation will be held in the St. Denis church basement (14 E. Wood) and will be suitable for school aged children, as well as adults and is just one within the series of talks offered throughout

the Lenten season. Attendance is free. For more information visit www. stdenishf.org or contact Jane at 526-4945 or by email jane@stdenish.org. On March 28, there will be a 7 p.m. mass at St. Denis with Deacon Royce Winters, who will speak on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anointing and Healing: A Release of Power for those who are Suffering.â&#x20AC;? On April 3, Dr. John Wood, a native of Versailles will

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explore the message of Divine Mercy. His talk will begin at 3 p.m.

Trinity to simulcast Priscilla Shirer event GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; LifeWay Christian Resources is slated to simulcast Bible teacher and best-selling author Priscilla Shirer live from Reading, Penn., on April 23. Trinity Wesleyan Church is serving as a host location for the Darke County area. Priscilla Shirer Live, sponsored by Nashvillebased publishing company LifeWay Christian Resources, will feature Shirerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamic storytelling and passionate Bible teaching. The event, which also features a unique prayer time, both challenges and encourages women to grow deeply in their faith. Shirer has authored

a number of published Bible studies, books, and devotionals speciďŹ cally for women including LifeWay-published Bible studies such as Armor of God, Gideon: Your Weakness. Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Strength, Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted, and Discerning the Voice of God. She also recently starred in the Christian ďŹ lm War Room which has touched hearts around the world. Shirerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organization, Going Beyond Ministries, is based out of Dallas. Recording artist Anthony Evans, who also happens to be Priscillaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s younger brother, is slated to lead worship for the event. Evans was featured

on NBCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reality show The Voice a few years ago and is also a Christian recording artist. The Priscilla Shirer Live Simulcast kicks off on April 23, 8 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Tickets are $20 covering one full day of music and worship; sessions led by Priscilla Shirer; light breakfast, lunch and opportunities for fellowship with other women from the Darke County community. Women may purchase tickets by visiting www.greenvilletrinity. com. To register for the Priscilla Shirer Live Simulcast, go to www.greenvilletrinity.com and you can see the options there.

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MANGEN – Mary Helen Mangen, 80 of Versailles, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 5 a.m. at the Versailles Health Care Center, Versailles. She was born March 30, 1935 in Potlatch, Idaho, the daughter of the late Wilford Lewis & Josephine (Bulcher) Marchel. She was a housewife and a member of St. Denis Catholic Church. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Albert Mangen of Verailles; sons, Mark

Mangen of Willshire, Alex Mangen of Greenville, and Eric Mangen of Fletcher; daughter, Lisa Mangen of Cleveland; 15 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. There will be no services. Arrangements are being handled by Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

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Good Friday Night Worship UNION CITY, Ind. – The Evangelical UMC of Union City will be hosting the Pete Mercer Band for a special night of worship on Good Friday at 7 p.m. This event is free and will be held at the Hoosier Place auditorium at 310 N. Walnut St, Union City, Ind., which is the old West side school. Pete Mercer is a familiar voice to many locals and is known for his unique style of worship. Join the community as they worship and encounter God together. A love offering will be taken.

Easter Breakfast

GREENVILLE – Trinity Wesleyan Church, 1400 E. Main St., Greenville, will host an Easter Breakfast on March 27, 8:30 a.m. No food will be served after 9:30 a.m. The breakfast is provided by the TWC men. They will be serving scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, fresh mixed fruit and drinks. Join them for their Easter celebration service at 10 a.m.

SIDNEY – To fulﬁll the increasing need for intervention and prevention services for high-risk youth, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Shelby and Darke County received a grant for Mentoring Children of Prisoners. Thanks to community partners such as Vectren, BBBS of Shelby and Darke County is moving forward matching children who have an incarcerated parent high with positive role model mentors, Big Brothers & Big Sisters. “Through the Vectren Foundation grant we will be able to reach out to those children in our two county communities that have a parent who is currently incarcerated and offer them a friendship with a positive role model during the hard times that they are currently going through,” said Jennifer Bruns, executive director for BBBS of Shelby and Darke County. “The children involved in this program have the opportunity to engage in fun, social and academic activities through the interaction with their mentors.” “We’re proud to support the Big Buddies AfterSchool Mentoring Program,” said Rachel Goodspeed, Community Affairs Manager of Vectren Energy Delivery of Ohio. “This program equips children with the knowledge and skills that allow them to be successful inside and outside of the classroom.”

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RIFE – Clarabel Rife, 95, of Greenville, died Friday, March 11, 2016. A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2016 at the BRC Chapel. The family will be receiving guests on Saturday, from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. Burial will take place at the Gettysburg Cemetery at the convenience of the family. GLASS

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Hoschouer speaks to genealogical society GREENVILLE – In cooperation with the Darke County Genealogical Society, Angela Hoschouer will present a program on Cemetery Symbols on April 3, 2 p.m., at Garst Museum. Have you ever wandered through a cemetery and wondered about the meanings of the designs carved on old gravestones? Thousands of different religious and secular symbols and emblems have adorned tombstones through the ages indicating attitudes towards death and the hereafter, membership in a fraternal or social organization or an individual’s trade, occupation or even ethnic identity. While many of these tombstone sym-

bols have fairly simple interpretations, it is not always easy to determine their meaning and signiﬁcance. Hoschouer is the manager of development and marketing for Woodland Cemetery in Dayton. She is a founding member of the Randolph Twp. Historical Society, member of the Ohio Genealogical Society with status as a First Family of Ohio, First Family of Greene County and a member of the Society of Civil War Families of Ohio. This program is free and open to anyone. There will be refreshments served after the program, which will be followed by the meeting of the Darke County Genealogical Society.

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Run or walk 5K for the Dog Park GREENVILLE – The Darke County Friends of the Shelter are having their third annual 5K race to benefit the dog park. Entrants may run or walk the event. This race is part of the Darke County Wellness Challenge. The 5K will be held at the Darke County Fairgrounds on April 9, and 100 percent of the money will go to the dog park. You can participate with or without your dog. If you have a dog, you’re encouraged to run/walk with your dog. Special awards will be given to those with dogs. All regular age group awards will be given also. A new addition to this year’s run/ walk is the awarding of first, second and third place medals for the best dressed dogs. The Friends of the Shelter’s goal for their first run/walk in 2014 was to make it like no other in Darke County - and they did. This year they will

continue to build upon the success of 2014 and 2015. Marco’s pizza and breadsticks will be available to everyone at the ﬁnish line as well as free Boston Stoker coffee and hot chocolate. Special treats will also be available for the dogs. Sponsors for this event are: GOLD: Arcanum Veterinary Services, Matt and Angie Arnold and their dog Bailey, Barry Family Dentistry LLC, Edgetown Veterinary Clinic and Laser Center, Financial Achievement Services Inc., Zeke & Mini Litchﬁeld, Majestic Pet Cremation Services, Pooch Parlor, Schultz Motors, Western Ohio Podiatric Medical Center, Darke County Veterinary Services. SILVER: Buddy and Turbo Dean. BRONZE: Greenville Federal, Hartzell Veterinary Service, Jeff Hole and Max, Kline Timber, Second National Bank, Vinny & Sherman

Garst’s free lecture on myths and mysteries GREENVILLE – Have you heard of Eugene, the mummy, in Sabina, Ohio? Have you always wanted to know more about the aliens at Wright Patterson Air Force Base? Or, how about legends about the historic Victoria Theater in Dayton? Author Sandra Gurvis will talk about these and many other interesting Ohio phenomena. The next program in Garst Museum’s, 205 N. Broadway, Greenville, annual Speaker Series will feature Sandra Gurvis from Columbus. The program is at 2 p.m. on

March 20 at the Garst Museum. The Miami University graduate has written 16 books, including Day Trips from Columbus and America’s Strangest Museums. She’s also written many magazine articles and newsletters. In addition, she teaches workshops and classes for writers and teachers and is a popular speaker. At Garst she will share stories and tidbits from her book, Myths and Mysteries of Ohio. Available in the museum’s store, Sandra will autograph and sell copies of this book after the program. If you have any interest in history or strange and mysterious legends about Ohio, you’ll want to attend. For more information, check out her website at www. sandragurvis.com. All lectures are free and open to the public. However, regular admission will apply to tour the museum and includes the outstanding National Annie Oakley Center and CrossRoads of Destiny exhibits. Support for the Garst Lecture series comes, in part, from the Stephens Foundation. For more information, call 548-5250, visit www.garstmuseum.org, or email information@ garstmuseum.org.

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VHS brings Disney classic to stage VERSAILLES – There are limited tickets available for this year’s Versailles High School spring musical, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at the Versailles Performing Arts Center, 280 Marker Road on the west side of the school. The cast features 57 talented Versailles students. Performances are April 14 and 15, 7:30 p.m., and April 16, 3 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10.50 each (includes service fee) for

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CAP holds meeting and luncheon The agriculture students from Wright State University - Lake Campus just came back from Panama and they are interested in sharing the stories of their travel with the community.

Students discover ag in Panama CELINA – Agriculture is an international industry that connects all of us. Students from the agriculture program at Wright State University Lake Campus recently embarked on an agricultural adventure to the Central American country of Panama. During the study abroad trip students traveled through the Panama Canal and visited pineapple, poultry, coffee, horse, cashew, sugar cane, salt, dairy and various other farming operations in the country. It was truly an experience that will last a lifetime and should be shared with all. The agriculture students invite the community,

businesses and prospective students to the Wright State University Lake Campus on March 24 to hear about their Panamanian agricultural adventure. The presentation will start at 5:45 p.m. in room 154. Come early that night and attend the Wright State University-Lake Campus Spring Open House from 4-6 p.m. Feel free to show up or email Greg McGlinch at greg.mcglinch@wright. edu if you have questions pertaining to the Panamanian Agriculture presentation. Details on the Lake Campus Open House can be found at http://lake. wright.edu/admissions/ open-house.

Beverly Lewis will visit Bread of Life GREENVILLE – Award-winning, bestselling author Beverly Lewis will make an exceptional 22 stops through the state of Ohio in promotion of The Atonement, a standalone novel set in Lancaster County. With nearly 20 million copies of her books in print, Beverly will greet fans during the 10-day tour and sign The Atonement, along with other reader favorites, on April 2, 10 a.m., at Bread of Life Bookstore, 107 W. Main St., Greenville, 5471132. The event is co-sponsored by Greenville Public Library. As one of the top-selling authors in the inspirational market, Lewis is not only the leading author of Amish ﬁction, but also its pioneer: She created the

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Arcanum limb pick-up ARCANUM – The village of Arcanum has announced its limb pick-up schedule for 2016. Pickup will be held the second and fourth Thursday of each month beginning April 14.

Residents are asked to stack limbs behind the curb in your yard. Do not stack limbs in the street or alley. They will not accept grass clippings or mulched leaves.

DAYTON – Past successes will be celebrated and future challenges and opportunities will be noted during the Annual Meeting and Luncheon of the Community Action Partnership of the Greater Dayton Area. The event is April 12, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Sinclair Community College. The theme is “Building Up the Community, One Person at a Time.” Dana Jones, Chief Executive Ofﬁcer of the United Planning Organization (UPO), is the special guest speaker. UPO is the designated Community Action Agency that serves Washington, D.C.

Jones, who joined UPO in 2004 as a crisis manager when the agency was suffering financial and programming hardships, was named permanent Chief Executive Officer the following year. He immediately began the process of fostering a new direction for the venerable District of Columbia organization. “Dana Jones is a national leader in the Community Action movement,” said Tim Donnellan, President & CEO of the Community Action Partnership of the Greater Dayton Area. “UPO is one of the finest Community Action agencies in the nation. We look forward to

Ansonia groups team up for Eggstravaganza ANSONIA – The Ansonia FFA in conjunction with The Ansonia First Church of God, Ansonia American Legion, and Ansonia United Methodist Church are planning the second annual Ansonia Community Eggstravaganza. This event will be held on March 26 at the Ansonia FFA Greenhouse located behind Ansonia Schools. They will be serving free food beginning at noon. Bring your own baskets and plan to ﬁll them as they have thousands of eggs to ﬁnd. Egg hunts for infants through age 11 will begin at 1:30 p.m. There will also be bounce houses, egg coloring, face painting and more for everyone to enjoy. The Easter Bunny

Union City Lions events

UNION CITY – The Union City Lions Club hosted the March Blood Draw at the Union City Community Center on March 14. Forty donations were made with each pint of blood capable of saving three lives. This event was held under the auspices of the Community Blood Center of the Miami Valley headquartered in Dayton, Melinda Frech coordinator. Future Union City Lions Club events include the following: March 26 - Easter Egg Hunt at Harter Park, 1 p.m. The event is open to children ages 1-12. April 9 - Spring Pancake Day; Union City Elks Club, 6 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Pictured in no particular order are Mason Ahrens, Massie Bankson, Jose Badell, Pablo Badell, Daniel Hartzell, Cooper Hunt, Clint Morgan, Gabby Ordonez, Ella Porter, Casey Puckett, Ava Shardo, Kollin Warren and coahces Rush Rogers and Tony Mart. Not pictured is Jack Detrick. (Clinton Randall photo)

DCY Champion Swim Team competes at Miami University BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – Several swimmers for the Darke County YMCA team competed in the AA’s last weekend at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Each of the swimmers had to ﬁrst qualify for the Southwest Ohio YMCA Swim League event. Representing Darke County at the AA’s were Mason Ahrens, Massie Bankson, Jose Badell, Pablo Badell, Daniel Hartzell, Cooper Hunt, Clint Morgan, Gabby Ordonez, Ella Porter, Casey Puckett, Ava Shardo, Kollin Warren and Jack Detrick. The group is coached by Rush Rogers and Tony Mart. “Everyone set goals and worked hard consistently to meet those goals throughout the season,” stated

Coach Rogers. Following the AA’s… four local swimmers qualiﬁed to compete in the MidEastern Region meet this weekend (March 18-20) at the Great Lakes Zones Championship in Canton, Ohio. The 200m free-style relay team of Casey Puckett, Clint Morgan, Kollin Warren and Jose Badell – who is also the only individual Darke County swimmer to compete in the 400 medley, 200m backstroke and 100m backstroke. A stellar performance at Zones could qualify the relay team and/ or Badell for the 2016 YMCA Short Course Nationals… held April 4-8 in Greensboro, North Carolina. To learn more about the Darke County YMCA swimming program, visit the ofﬁcial website at www. teamunify.com/Home. jsp?team=reczzdcyoh.

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TV grad wins at NCAA Men’s Indoor Track Championship BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

AKRON, Ohio – Since joining the University of Akron, 2013 Tri-Village graduate Clayton Murphy continues to add to his already successful track career. After winning a gold medal at the 2015 Pam Am Games in Toronto, Canada – Murphy won the 800 meter run at last weekend’s NCAA Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championship in Birmingham, Alabama. The Zips junior recorded a time of 1:46.68 to win the event. Additionally, Murphy was named the Outstanding Track Athlete of the Meet at the MAC Championship after capturing individual titles in the mile and 800 meters for the second straight year, as well as anchoring winning

4×400 and distance medley relay squads. The distance medley relay team set a school record crossing the line first in 3:07.58. “It has been fun watching his (Murphy) accelerated rise to elite success,” Akron Track & Field Coach Dennis Mitchell told The Early Bird. “He ran last year at the major events like he was a veteran and defiantly ran that way again at the NCAA Championships. It will be a privilege to continue to see his development this year and to see what he does in his other events like the mile and 4×400.” Another Darke County grad also competed in the championship meet. Versailles alumni, Sam Prakel placed fourth in the mile with a time of 4:07.06. He and his Oregon team came in first overall for the event.

GREENVILLE – The Lady Wave Softball (LWSB) program returns all eight starting position players from a 2015 team that held down the No. 1 state ranking for part of the season and missed going to the Final Four by a slim one game while ﬁnishing the season with a 28-4 record. “I’m pleased everyday out here because the kids work hard and have fun,” said Greenville LWSB Coach Jerrod Newland. “That’s what it’s all about.” “Every day is a work in progress,” continued Newland. “Just nice to get out there and do some things and see some live pitching. It’s nice to play people other than themselves.” LWSB held an unan-

nounced Tuesday scrimmage at Stebbins Field taking on the always competitive Lady Russia Raiders under warm sunny skies. “For an unannounced scrimmage there are a lot of people running around, and that’s just good stuff,” Newland said. “It just says something. Everybody is itching to get out here and get going. Just proud of all the kids, fans and the community. Lady Wave Softball season is coming soon.” Taking the mound for the Lady Wave was senior and Sinclair recruit Allison Minnich who quickly set the visitors down in order to open 2016 scrimmage play. “It’s nice to play people other than themselves,” stated Newland. The bottom of the inning had the Girls from

Karsyn Shaffer lays down a bunt single in scrimmage against Russia (Gaylen Blosser Photo)

Greenville putting their hitting on display with the team batting around. “Get out there and hit some live pitching a little bit,” said Newland. “Getting ready to roll because we’re counting hours until it tees it up for good here in 10 days.”

The Lady Wave season opener is set for March 26 when Wayne and Milton Union invade LWSB Stadium at the “Five Star” Stebbins Field complex in Greenville. “I like where we’re at,” Newland said. “It’s good stuff.”

Wave looks good in scrimmage BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

COVINGTON – The Greenville varsity baseball team defeated the Covington Buccs 20-6 in a Thursday night scrimmage. “We have a lot of kids that know what they are doing,” said Greenville Coach Eric Blumenstock. “I look forward to what a lot of these guys are going to do. We have sophomores that can play… we have juniors that can play.” The teams stood 0-0 after one with AJ Bowers setting the Buccs down in order in the bottom of the inning. “Defense was the best thing about our game today,” Blumenstock said. The Wave took advantage of a second inning Tanner Ross leadoff double followed by a Jason Shields double to right with Ross crossing the plate for a 1-0 lead. Walks to Brayden York and Nathaniel Ridgeway loaded the bases setting up a 2-RBI single off the bat of freshman catcher Grant Minnich good for a 3-0 lead. Jacob Hounshell collected an RBI with a groundout to second followed by a Kyle Mills RBI hit to the right side to up the Wave’s lead to 5-0. A Mills steal of second and a Logan Eldridge RBI single to right had Greenville leading 6-0 with Covington coming to bat in the bottom of the second. The Wave pushed its lead to 14-0 after 4½ in-

nings, 20-3 after 5½ innings and took the win by a 20-6 score with all players seeing quality playing time. “I have a backup at every position,’ Blumenstock stated. “That makes it a lot easier. I don’t have to worry so much about substitutions.” “We don’t have weak spots,” continued Blumenstock. “If the shortstop has to go pitch we have somebody who can take over for him. We have Mills out there at short. If he goes in to pitch… Hounshell played 27 games there last year. We just move him over (from 2nd) and nothing changes. It’s a good thing to have.” Bowers pitched three innings of shut-out ball, Brandon Beyke threw one scoreless inning and Chris Force closed out the game with 1.1 innings of shut-out ball to nail down the win. “I have a senior heavy pitching staff,” Blumenstock said. We’re deep pitching wise… we’re extremely deep which is very helpful for us especially in our non-conference games.” The 2016 Wave team is made up of many of the players that went to state with the 2015 Greenville ACME baseball team. “That made a world of difference for a lot of these kids,” said Blumenstock. “They got ﬁred up and it showed them what they were capable of doing as a unit. It also blended a couple of kids in that were playing select ball and a couple of kids

Kyle Mills competes unassisted double play for the Wave against Covington (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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Patriots’ Seth Earles wins State Powerlifting Title BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

KENTON - The TriVillage Powerlifting Team competed at the Ohio High School State Power lifting Meet at Kenton High School on Saturday March 12. There were over 520 High School Participants and approximately 40 schools from all over the state. Two athletes from Arcanum also participated in the Event. Isaiah Krauss placed 18th in the 185lb. class with a total lift of 1,030 lbs. Daniel Coats ﬁnished 9th in the 165lb. class with a total lift of 990 lbs. There were an average of 42 athletes in each of the boys weight classes and 25 athletes in each of the girls

Seth Earles earns State Championship Title in Unlimited Weight Class Division (Submitted Photo)

weight classes. The girls team placed 6th out of 10 teams. The boys placed 15th out of 20 teams. Tri-Village senior Seth Earls became the Boys State Champion in the unlimited weight class division with a total lift of 1,585 lbs. Nick Napier, a Tri-Village junior placed 8th in the 250 lb. class with a total lift of 1,080 lb.

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UC Cheer claims ﬁrst TEC crown BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City Cheerleader program recently ﬁnished an already successful season with a TriEastern Conference (TEC) Championship. The ladies competed against six other TEC schools last Wednesday at Lincoln High School in Cambridge City, Ind. With two injuries, the remaining fourteen UC cheerleaders took part in the routine, which included cheer, dance, stunts, pyramid, basket toss and tumbling. Each school was judged on various styles, techniques and levels of difﬁculty. “We got the best group of girls any coaches could ask for,” Coach Heather Jefferis said. “This has been the greatest year!” In addition to being TEC Champs, the team achieved top spot at the Indiana State Fair Competition in August 2015, second place at the Clinton County Fair in July 2015 and fourth overall at the Indiana state-wide competition in November 2015. Since taking over the program three years ago, Coach Jefferis and Assistant Coach Peggy Bradbury have worked with the ladies to help excel the team to where they are today. To say the least, this year’s squad has set the bar for the future of the program and what can be achieved. “Winning at the state

fair and now the conference for the ﬁrst time in school history shows just how hard the girls have worked and believe in themselves,” Jefferis added. Many of the girls were recognized at their seasonending banquet last Thursday evening at Union City HS. JV Football: Cassie Martin (Mental Attitude) and Sophia Spence (Most Improved); Varsity Football: Landry Zimmers (Mental Attitude), Success Brodie (Most Improved) and Allie Conklin (All-Around); Varsity White: Sydney Ralston (Mental Attitude), Aliya Zimmers (Most Improved) and Emalee Bocanegra (All-Around); Varsity Red: Lydia Ralston (Mental Attitude), Haley Whitesel (Most Improved) and Kali Miller (AllAround); Senior Pride Award winners were: Emily Bentz, Kali Miller and Lydia Ralston; and ﬁnally the prestigious Lady In Red Award went to senior Emily Bentz. The 2015-16 Union City High School Cheer team members were: Emily Bentz, Kali Miller, Lydia Ralston, Hailey Sousa, Landry Zimmers, Allie Conklin, Sarah New, Libby Blankley, Haley Whitesel, Cassie Martin, Success Brodie, Emalee Bocanegra, Sydney Ralston, Aliya Zimmers, Sophia Spence and Rachel New. Coach Heather Jefferis, Asst. Coach Peggy Bradbury.

UC seniors recognized by TEC BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – Union City seniors Isaac Davison and Bailey Hughes were recently recognized by the Tri-Eastern Conference for their performances in the 2015-16 boys varsity basketball season. “Both these guys are tremendous competitors and lead our team to play with that same competitiveness. They have worked hard four years to get to where they are today,” said UC Head Coach Dustin Baldwin. Davison, who was named to the All-TEC team, averaged 15.1 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per game for the season. He ﬁnished his high school career with 888 points. “Isaac was a big contributor to our team and big focus for all the conference teams when game planning,” stated Coach Dustin Baldwin. “I think the thing that separates Isaac from other players is that not only was he our leading scorer, but one

Isaac Davison and Bailey Hughes’ pre-game introduction ritual. (Clinton Randall photo)

of our best defenders and a player that didn’t shy away from hustle plays.” Hughes, who was named All-TEC Honorable Mention, averaged 8.7 points per game and pulled down 6.8 boards a game. “Bailey did a great job being on the boards for us consistently,” Baldwin added. “Many times this year when we needed a big basket we could count on Bailey to use his strength and athleticism to do it.” The Indians ﬁnished the 2015-16 season with a record of (13-12) and were Sectional runner-up.

NEW MADISON – The Tri-Village Patriots baseball team opened the season with a home scrimmage win over the visiting Springﬁeld Central Catholic Irish. “We are very, very young,” said Tri-Village Coach Jim Maples. “We have two seniors on the team. We’re inexperienced pitching wise beyond Jonny Wilson and Jordan Buckley, so we have a lot to work on depth wise.” The Patriots put 8-runs on the board in the ﬁrst two innings of play and coasted to a 7-inning 11-6 victory with all 14-players hitting in the batting order while getting equal time at the plate. “You can get lackadaisical out there,” Maples said. “You jump out on a team 8-2 and I know myself after two (innings) I’m thinking… I wonder if we are going to get much out of this here today and then the next

thing you know your bats go to sleep and we give some things away defensively.” “I know out of the six runs we gave up… I have believe ﬁve of them were unearned, but that’s what scrimmages are for,” continued Maples. “We need to get some of those in.” Coach Maples was pleased with his team’s play but expects improvement with each scrimmage as the team looks to be competitive in the 2016 Cross County Conference season “Our hustle and our effort was there,” stated Maples. “So many of these guys are basketball players and football players. We have had success in other sports and sometimes they think things come natural to them and you come out here and it’s just going to carry over to the next sport. We have a ways to go to work on some things.” Each Patriots’ player saw ample playing time at multiple positions on the diamond and in the ﬁeld as Coach Maples searches for a regular

Jonny Wilson takes the mound for the Patriots against Central Catholic (Gaylen Blosser photo)

season opening lineup. “Our defense was not real strong today and I didn’t think that we hit the ball very hard,” continued Maples. “We took good pitches and swung at some bad pitches and that’s what scrimmages are for. Let’s hope we get a little bit of that stuff out here early, learn from it and get better from it. We’ll get better.” The Tri-Village baseball team will board a plane Thursday, March 24 to play two double-

headers in Vero Beach Florida over Easter weekend. “During my coaching time this will be our ﬁfth trip to Florida, but this is our ﬁrst time going to Vero Beach,” said Maples. “We have a couple double headers Easter weekend on Saturday and Sunday.” “The boys worked hard in the offseason to be able to put this thing together,” added Maples. “We’re excited about that.”

Arcanum’s Deao Commits to Ohio Northern BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

ARCANUM – Rebecca Deao, daughter of Karen and David Deao committed to play basketball for Ohio Northern University with plans of studies in education. “It’s always been a dream of mine to play college basketball,” said Deao. “I’ve dreamed of it since I was young.” “She has been looking forward to this since she was a little girl,” said David, Deao’s father. “She thankful that she is going to be able to continue her career.” “It’s an awesome day,” said Arcanum Coach Matt Grote. “Anytime you can have a player move on to the next level it’s deﬁnitely a special thing.” “She’s a good player… a good post player. I know schools are always looking for post players and she’ll come in and work hard.” Deao made multiple visits to ONU taking in basketball games including an overnight visit to the Ada campus. “I went to multiple games and I stayed overnight with the team,” Deao said. “That was kind of the deciding factor… feeling at home with the team and getting along with the team.” “The people in the

(Front Row L-R) David Deao (Father), Rebecca Deao, Karen Deao (Mother), (Back Row L-R) Matt Grote (Arcanum Girls Basketball Coach), Brian Sprada (Arcanum Athletic director) (Gaylen Blosser Photo)

education department laid out what I am going to have to do,” said Deao. “I liked how they ran their program and the campus is so beautiful. It’s a small town, so I felt really at home there.” Deao earned second team All-Cross County Conference honors her senior year. “She really is a team player,” said Grote. “She gets after it. She’ll do whatever you ask. She is going to work hard, she is going to rebound.” “She may not score a whole lot but she will put the ball in the basket when she gets an opportunity,” continued Grote. “She will just make everyone around her better.”

“She (ONU Coach Michele Durand) said I have a spot on the team and she plays whoever comes in and works hard,” Deao said, “If I come in and work hard then I should be able to get some playing time.” I hope to go in there and make an impact,” added Deao.”Being part of a family is what I am excited about.” Ohio Northern, a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference (OAC) completed the 2015-16 season ranked 14th in the nation with a 23-5 overall record and used a 17-1 record to win the OAC. “I hope I can help continue success with them,” stated Deao. GREENVILLE EAGLES EVENTS

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“They did a great job this year and I was happy to watch them and see their success.” “I want to thank my parents,” Deao said. “They have supported me through high school, junior high, since I was a little girl. Coach Grote really helped out this year. Past coaches… Rachael Fearon was a big impact on this, my teammates they are my family. I wouldn’t have been here without them all. My friends and my family for supporting me throughout the years.”

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Health, Mind and Body

To Gadget or Not to Gadget: Fitness Trackers As a data “hog”, I have personally used a variety of fitness trackers over the years. If you aren’t sure what fitness trackers are, these are the devices that can be turned on, worn, and then used to keep track of your physical activity during the day. Over the last 5 years or so, the amount of fitness trackers available has grown to the point that it can be overwhelming to sort through them to determine if one might be right for you. Every once in a while, I am asked what I think about various fitness trackers. My answer is always the same: “What is it you want to track and that will help you to know what fitness trackers might work for you.” Basically, the more you want to track, the higher the cost. If you aren’t sure where to begin, the detail below may help you to narrow the field if you are considering using one. Full disclosure: I have personally used heart rate monitors for approximately 7 years, some kind of pedometer for about six years and recently, a posture monitor, as well as using various apps for smart phone/ tablet/computer. Before outlining various options available, it is important to address calorie burn tracking. This tends to be the number that many people want

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to track on these devices. Calorie burn is a function of many factors that are very individual: resting heart rate, maximum heart rate, heart rate during exercise, muscle mass vs fat mass, macro nutrient intake, etc. Because of this, it is important to keep in mind that no fitness tracker can accurately measure calorie burn unless all of these factors are input to the tracking mechanism. Does this mean that, if you want to track calorie burn, fitness trackers are worthless? Not at all. Trends in the data, logging workouts, and more specific data can all be useful depending on what you need/want to know. My recommendation is not to use “calories burned” as the driving factor in the success of your workouts or a measure of your fitness level. Smart Phone/Tablet apps – If you have the device, loading and using apps can be free. My Fit-

ness Pal and other similar apps allow logging of different kinds of workouts. There are also pedometer apps. Down sides: No app will accurately track calories burned, which is often what individuals want to track. Pedometer apps typically work if the phone is carried at all times in order to get an accurate count for the day. If you are starting to log workouts and are on a tight budget, this can be a good way to track activities for low to no cost. Pedometers – These small devices are typically battery operated and can range in cost from approximately $10 to $50. More accurate pedometers often cost a bit more than those that aren’t. Cons: They need to be worn to track steps walked. If they track calorie burn, it won’t be an accurate number due to the complexity of calorie burn calculations. If you want to make certain you are moving throughout the day, pedometers are great. I personally use one daily to make certain I am moving a lot through the day – especially since my hip replacement surgery in 2015. Heart rate monitors – This type of device usually involves a chest strap and a watch-type device to track heart rate and other related data. There are exceptions to this as phone apps are developed to be more

advanced. There is a wide range of data available to be collected on these devices, and many brands of heart rate monitors are available. A basic rule of thumb is that the more data you want to know, the more you will pay for the heart rate monitor. Cons: The “calories burned” is not 100% accurate for these devices either, and they tend to be pre-loaded with age-based heart rate calculations, which affect the “calories burned” numbers. Age-related formulas are not accurate for most of the population. These devices are good for those who want to track everything from basic information to a wide range of data, including quality of sleep. Posture monitor – I recently started using a posture monitor because I have the genetic predisposition to roll my shoulders forward. Good posture helps to prevent back problems, falls, and other joint issues. The device I use is Lumo Lift and it also tracks steps with a pedometer in the device. Full disclosure: I have had the device for about a week and I do not receive any compensation/ beneﬁt from the company for wearing it or sharing information about it. The same company also makes a device/app for runners that tracks speciﬁcs about their running form like braking, bounce, and other

technique issues. A posture monitor is good for those interested in reminders when they are not sitting/ standing upright. The data is presented for view on a smartphone or computer app in graphical format. It is important to note that you can track activities such as workouts and their duration/type in written form in a simple notebook. If you are looking for a device like those noted above, my recommendation is to ask around and check impartial reviews of various products via the internet. I hope this information gives you a place to start. Keep in mind that ﬁtness trackers are not a must-

have for exercising, but they can provide data you might find helpful. Keep your fitness goals in mind and know what you want to track. From there, making a decision about what fitness tracker might work for you will be that much easier. Be sure to consult with medical professionals before starting any new exercise program. Diana Unger is a certified personal trainer located in Darke County, Ohio. Follow her on Facebook at Warrior Strength Workouts, on Twitter at workoutwarriors and on Instagram at warrior strength workouts.

of other dogs, and nightly walks can provide the perfect opportunity for puppy owners to acquaint their furry friends with their fellow dogs. Continued exposure after 20 weeks can help further the socialization process for young dogs. • Behavior: While puppies can learn to socialize on daily walks, older dogs may or may not reap the same rewards. But daily walks

can help dog owners instill better behavior in their dogs. The AHS advises that owners of older dogs use walks as opportunities to teach dogs to behave calmly in public. Bring treats to reward dogs for sitting quietly when encountering other dogs and new people along the walk. • Exercise: Of course, daily walks provide great exercise for dogs. Dogs

who are let out in the backyard each night but are not played with may not be getting the exercise their owners think they are. Dogs left alone in a backyard may brieﬂy run around before plopping down in the grass and enjoying the fresh air. That’s not enough exercise for many breeds, and it’s certainly insufﬁcient for dogs who may be overweight or obese. Nightly

walks can help dogs lose and/or maintain healthy weights, and the AHA notes that such walks also help dogs build strength and endurance. • Stimulation: According to the American Kennel Club (www.akc.org), dogs need both physical and mental stimulation to stay healthy and happy. Walks obviously provide physical stimulation, but they can

stimulate dogs mentally as well. Dogs often interrupt walks when their curiosity gets the better of them, stopping to observe or investigate something while on walks, and that’s mentally stimulating. Resist the temptation to pull the leash when dogs want to stop to check something out, affording them a little time to do some mental exploration before continuing the walk.

The technological advancements made in the 21st century have undoubtedly made life easier in many ways, but this golden age of gadgets has not come without some negative side effects. Thanks to the nearconstant availability of the Internet and devices like smartphones and tablets, many men and women ﬁnd it difﬁcult to maintain their focus throughout the day. But while such distractions are never too far away, there are some ways to stay focused and productive. · Get more exercise. Studies have shown that exercise and improved mental focus are linked. In a 2013 analysis of 19 studies involving more than 500 children, teen-

agers and young adults, researchers found that exercise sessions between 10 and 40 minutes immediately boosted concentration and mental focus. That improvement might be a result of exercise increasing blood flow to the brain. Men and women who find themselves struggling to focus at work after lunchtime may benefit from incorporating some exercise, whether it’s a brief walk or a more strenuous workout, into their midday routines. · Perform breathing exercises. Nervousness is an oft-overlooked cause of loss of focus. When nervous, breath can become shallow and restricted, which can have a negative impact on the flow of oxygen to your brain, making it more difficult to concentrate. Professional athletes have long espoused to the virtues of breathing exercises as a means to calming their nerves, and professionals can follow suit. Some simple breathing exercises can help busy professionals

multitask more effectively by helping them concentrate on the tasks at hand and overcome the distraction of having so much to do at one time. · Stay hydrated. A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that dehydration caused loss of focus and a sense of fatigue among women. While the loss of focus was considered insubstantial and the study only examined women, remaining hydrated throughout the day may make it easier to focus on work and other tasks throughout the day. · Get adequate sleep. One of the best ways to improve focus during the day is to make sure you’re getting enough sleep at night. Sleep deprivation produces a host of negative consequences, not the least of which is its impact on cognitive functioning. Research has shown that sleep deprivation compromises alertness and concentration, making it more difﬁcult to focus at

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Dog owners with fencedin backyards may think their furry friends are getting all they need during their nightly exercise sessions in the backyard. While such yards provide safe places for dogs to relax and run around, the American Humane Association (www. americanhumane.org) notes that even dogs who run wild in their backyards each day can beneﬁt from daily walks. The following are a handful of ways dogs beneﬁt from daily walks. • Socialization: The Animal Humane Society (www. animalhumanesociety.org) notes that puppies between three weeks and 20 weeks old are generally accepting

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Darke DD – What’s Your Story: GTI GREENVILLE – The Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Darke DD) embraces Ohio’s Employment First Initiative of “envisioning a time when every working age adult with developmental disabilities has opportunity to seek jobs that fit their skills and interests.” The board believes in each person’s potential to work and become active members in their community, as stated in their mission statement “to empower people with developmental disabilities to explore possibilities for their lives by maximizing independence, community participation, employment, and economic self-sufficiency in their daily life experiences.” As we continue our efforts in celebrating March as DD Awareness Month and this year’s theme “What’s Your Story?” we take a look at one of the unique opportunities the board has engaged in – an enclave-to-work partnership with Greenville Technology Inc. (GTI). This week’s “What’s Your Story?” features two individuals with successful stories but first, a little background on the enclave. Over many years, a solid relationship was built between Darke DD, Wayne Industries, and GTI through contracted assembly work done at the Wayne Industries building. With creative minds and a commitment toward assisting people to work in the community, GTI contracted with Wayne Industries, who supplied a group of 6-7 workers and a supervisor to complete the production work (enclave) at GTI. The goal of the enclave was to match workers interested in production work to the staffing needs at GTI. This partnership paid off and in 2015, two workers were hired by Greenville Technology Inc. (GTI) as a result of these collabora-

Liberty Twp. cemetery clean up PALESTINE – Spring clean up for all Liberty Township cemeteries will be April 1-15. Please remove all decorations you wish to save by that date. The cemetery staff will begin removing old arrangements with the exception of those attached to monuments. This includes, but is not limited to Palestine Cemetery (UCPalestine Road), Clemens Cemetery (HollansburgTampico Road), Bass Cemetery (Ross Road) and St. John’s Cemetery (Richmond-Palestine Road). Please remember cemetery rules prohibit glass containers, planting of permanent shrubs/ﬂowers and digging on graves. This is to ensure the safety of the cemetery workers and mowers.

tions. Ashton Lehman was the ﬁrst one from the group to be offered employment by GTI. He began working in the extrusion area where he quickly displayed his strengths and his attention to detail. The ﬁrst time his skills and abilities really shined were when he noticed a part that was only slightly different to the eye, yet did not meet standards. He pointed out the discrepancy to his trainer who was able to address the issue and prevent any production errors down the line. Ashton, who prefers routine in his work day, currently works on a machine producing parts. Team Leader Dawn Mock shared that his perspective has helped draw attention to situations that may be out of process. Chase L. was hired in September 2015, after working as part of the Wayne Industries enclave group for eight months. Assisted in his employment search through The Partnership for Employment First (a collaboration of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities, OOD and Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities) through Darke DD, Chase quickly learned many jobs in his area at GTI. In December 2015, he was promoted to a provisionary worker, the next step in his career at GTI. In response to their work attributes, Ms. Mock stated that “Ashton and Chase’s attendance is excellent and their production speeds are as good as other GTI workers, making them valuable contributors to their production team.” When asked about hiring individuals with disabilities, Barry Paulus, GTI Assistant Plant Manager, said “we have found that the individuals who have worked at GTI have been very dependable and a good labor source. I would encourage other employers to consider hiring a worker with a developmental disability.” Paulus also stated that he “believes the Wayne Industries Associates have changed some GTI associates’ perspective on what a person with a disability can do. I know they have changed mine.” The enclave-to-work partnership has been so successful that GTI has recently added a third worker to Mock’s team, with the hopes to eventually hire him on to their permanent roster. Anyone interested in learning more about partnering with the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities for employment opportunities, Bridges to Transition, inclusion and/ or volunteerism can contact Rodney Willis, Community First Director at 459-4626 or rodneyw@darkedd.org. Be sure to visit their webpage at darkedd.org and like us on Facebook.

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Gala celebrates changes, community and service SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

(Clinton Randall photo)

Arcanum 3rd graders receive free dictionaries CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

ARCANUM – Stelvideo Grange members recently presented the ArcanumButler third grade class with more than 80 free dictionaries as part of their annual Dictionary Project… ”Words for Thirds”. This marked the 12th year for the project which is designed to aid third grade teachers in their goal to see all their students become good writers, active readers, creative thinkers and resourceful learners. To-date, the Stelvideo Grange and Junior Grange has presented over 1,000 dictionaries to the Arcanum-Butler Elementary. The project does not cost

the school, teachers or parents a dime and is totally funded by several events throughout the year sponsored by the Grange and club donations. “The gift of these dictionaries would not have been possible without our fundraisers,” the Stelvideo Grange remarked in an issued statement. The Stelvideo Grange consists of 18 members and four Junior Grange members. For more information about the Stelvideo Grange contact club president Harvey Hinshaw at 937-621-4901 or by email at hjhinshaw@ woh.rr.com. To learn more about the Grange program, visit www.ohiostategrange. com or www.nationalgrange.org.

WINCHESTER, Ind. - State of the Heart Care held its ﬁrst Golden Heart Gala on March 12, celebrating partnerships between hospice and the community. “We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for spending your time and money here with us tonight,” said Angela Sipe, executive director for State of the Heart Care, which serves portions of western Ohio and eastern Indiana. State of the Heart is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year, Sipe said. The fundraiser gala was held at the Towne Community Center in Winchester, Ind. Attendees included those working within the healthcare industry, hospice and other community organizations. The gala also served as an opportunity to celebrate many changes that have or will take place within State of the Heart – including its name change from State of the Heart Hospice to State of the Heart Care. Other

changes include the expansion of palliative and pre-hospice care, as well as bereavement care. On April 4, a new palliative care program will open inside Wayne HealthCare in Greenville, with plans to open a similar program within the next three to six months at St. Vincent Hospital in Winchester, Sipe said. Other changes include a new name for the bereavement camp, formerly known as Camp Bearable, now to be called Camp enCOURAGE. Besides conducting a fundraiser, with proceeds to beneﬁt the expansion services, Camp enCOURAGE and general patient support, the gala, Sipes explained, was planned to offer a “fun event. Something where we can share our heart and souls, share what we do for patients nearing the end of their lives. We wanted to reach out to the community as a non-proﬁt. We really rely on our community.” The gala also recognized several members of the healthcare community who show compassion to

Receiving Golden Heart awards from State of the Heart Care on March 12 were Dr. Alison Syme, Rita Gaerke, LPN at Brethren Retirement Community and Brady Etzler, administrator for Celina Manor

patients and work collaboratively with State of the Heart. To show appreciation, three Golden Heart awards were presented to those who serve patients and the hospice program – one to a facility, one to a local physician and one to a healthcare worker. The three were chosen by nominations submitted by hospice employees and volunteers. Dr. Alison Syme was

presented the physician’s award; Rita Gaerke, LPN at the Brethren Retirement Community; and the Celina Manor in Celina was honored with the facility award. The award recipients, said Laura Retter, director of business development for State of the Heart Care, have given “outstanding care” and have a “willingness to go above and beyond.”

Making a difference in Alzheimer’s ﬁght Chillz to open in RYAN BERRY downtown Greenville MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Downtown Greenville will soon feature a new eatery – Chillz Yogurt, 331 Broadway. By mid-April, Jason and Tonia Penny hope to open their new business, which not only will feature a selfserve yogurt bar, but also some ice creams, sorbet, gelato, ﬂat bread pizzas, soups and salads. “We’ve been taste-testing recipes,” Tonia Penny said early this week. The couple decided to add some food items to their menu in order to “sustain business” during the winter months. The yogurt bar will feature four yogurt dispensers with a variety of toppings at the bar. “We’ve visited several other yogurt places,” Tonia said, including a couple establishments during a trip to California. “We thought this would be something new to bring to downtown Greenville.” The name Chillz came by the Penny family members “randomly throwing names together.” Jason, a Versailles police ofﬁcer, and Tonia have two children, Caleb, 19 and a student at the University of Toledo and Sydney, 16, a student at

Jason and Tonia Penny will open Chillz yogurt in downtown Greenville by mid-April. Chillz will feature a yogurt bar and other food items. (Susan Hartley photo)

Greenville High School. The couple said they began searching for a place to open Chillz, working with Main Street Greenville and driving around town looking at available buildings. They purchased 331 Broadway – a former bank, then a smoke shop. “She’s deﬁnitely been a big help,” Tonia said of Amber Garrett, Main Street Greenville director. The couple has been working for about nine months to get Chillz up and running. They are making several improvements to the building and are currently painting the inside a bright blue, installing customer seating areas and a kitchen area. Sometime in mid-April the couple will hold an open house at Chillz – and set regular business hours.

GREENVILLE – As State Tested Nursing Assistants (STNA), three Med Tech students at Greenville Career Technology Center have been making a difference in the lives of residents at the Brethren Retirement Community (BRC) and Village Green Health Campus. Now, those students want to make a bigger difference and you can help. Casey Mortensen, Bethany Foster and Haley Baker’s eyes were opened to the world where dementia and Alzheimer’s patients live when they began working at the healthcare facilities. All three had an idea of what they were going to face from HBO’s series, Memory Loss Tapes, but they were all affected deeply when they began to work with the patients. Mortensen said she knew during her orientation with BRC these patients were different. “I could see how lost they looked,” she said. Baker noted she has had patients in the ﬁnal stages of the disease and has witnessed the toll it takes on the patient and their family. The students have had punches thrown at them by patients and have seen the violent nature the dis-

Casey Mortensen, Bethany Foster and Haley Baker are asking the public to support their project to bring attention to Alzheimer’s at an event on April 4.

ease can take. Foster said she understands it is not the individual, but the disease that causes the patients to act like they do. However, they have also seen the reward that can come from caring for patients. Mortensen she was having a particularly bad week when three of her patients passed away. An elderly gentleman, knowing she was feeling anxious, called her into his room, grabbed her hand, kissed it and said, “Thank you for all you do.” The students also understand Alzheimer’s and dementia has had a huge impact on family members

and understands it can be disheartening when your loved one no longer remembers who you are. To bring attention to Alzheimer’s and the affects it has on the patient and family, Foster, Mortensen and Baker will be hosting an Alzheimer’s Awareness event on April 4, 5-7 p.m., in the Brick Room at BRC, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville. There is a $5 admission fee. Attendees will enjoy refreshments, educational presentation about Alzheimer’s, plenty of games and prizes and possibly a guest speaker. The students will also be handing out envelopes

asking for donations for the Alzheimer’s Association. The girls are hoping a cure can be found for the disease. The students used this project as part of their Health & Occupation Students of America (HOSA) presentation. They earned fourth place and qualiﬁed for the state competition on April 5. Baker, Mortensen and Foster thanked local businesses that provided prizes for the games and rafﬂe. They also thanked their instructor, Emily Powers, for her assistance in organizing the event.

Pet specialty store to open Greenville location in May GREENVILLE – Pet Valu, a specialty retailer of premium pet food, treats, toys and accessories, is coming to Greenville in May 2016. The company will open a 4,000square foot store featuring a three-bay dog wash, over 7,000 holistic and premium brands of pet foods and treats, and innovative pet

supplies. The store will be located in the North Towne Plaza shopping center at 1345 Wagner Avenue. “We saw an opportunity for our pet store in Greenville and jumped at the chance to join this community,” said Joe Dent, vice president and U.S. general manager for Pet Valu. “The best selection of

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Greenville Business seeking part-time responsible & dependable individual. Friendly & self motivated personality required. Tasks included sales, answering phones & cleaning. Send resume to PO Box 1062, Greenville, OH 45331 Full time construction worker needed. Must have drivers license & transportation. Most work done in Darke Co. 937-678-8900 Part-time/Seasonal Office help wanted. Fastpaced business. Need to be able to multi-task & follow instruction. General office duties including Microsoft Office, phones, customer service. Need to be able to work some Saturdays. Clear background check & ability to pass drug screen test a must. Please send resume to: Office Manager, PO Box 196, Lynn, IN 47355 SERVICES OFFERED COMPLETE LAWN CARE: Mowing, mulch, edging, yard rolling, garden tilling. 548-0562 or 621-0663 TREE SERVICE Trimming, storm damage, removal, clear lots, shaping. 937-547-2161 Musical Instrument Consignment at Bach To Rock Music in Greenville! Better chance of selling it at a Store that Specializes in what Musicians want than a regular consignment shop. Call us today (or better yet, stop by with your clean & playable item) to hear the details. 547-1970, bachtorock@earthlink. net

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Powerwashing, vinyl siding, vinyl fence, decks, deck staining, equipment & gutter cleaning. Call Matt, 937-307-0285 Darke County Executive Director of Economic Development

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CARPENTER We are a small business located in Greenville, Ohio with projects throughout OH and IN. Looking for a carpenter with 5+ years’ experience in commercial and new construction environments. Some projects will require overnight travel. Home on weekends. Applicants should: • Be honest, dependable, hardworking, detail-oriented and a self-starter. • Have their own basic hand tools • Valid driver’s license/reliable transportation • Have a good work history. • 10 Hour or 30 Hour OSHA training a plus. • Have willingness to travel up to 150 mile radius. • Have the ability to problem solve. • Have experience in a production environment. Wages negotiable based on experience. Per Diem or travel compensation based on project locations. We are an equal opportunity employer Please send salary requirements, resume and list of experience to: 2014doorjob@gmail.com or mail to Carpenter, c/o The Early Bird 5312 Sebring Warner Rd. Greenville, OH 45331

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FOR RENT Lg store & lock units 14x28 $75 per month 548-3121 or 417-2796

414 N Gray, 1 BR apt, $350/mo + $350 Security Deposit + utilities. 2 BR back apartment, $375/mo + $375 Security Deposit + utilities. NO SMOKING AND NO PETS! Call 5489940 for rental app. Not Metropolitan approved

Extra nice 1 bedroom apartment with 2 car garage in Greenville. No pets. References and deposit required. Call for details 5489400 Arcanum, 3 BR upstairs apt. Tenant pays elec & gas. Appliances provided. No pets. No smoking. 1st month’s rent + deposit at lease signing. 692-5059

If you love Greenville’s City Park, then this could be the home for you. Double driveway and maintenance-free exterior plus a fenced back yard welcome you to 110 Avenue F. Hardwood floors under carpet in living and family rooms. Completely renovated bathroom and huge utility room. Could add one-half or even another full bath if desired. New oak cabinets in kitchen. Two room basement with new sump pump. Gas logs in fireplace for those chilly mornings. Built-in window seat and other unique wood touches. Call today to schedule your private showing.

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Commercial space. Great location on Broadway in Greenville. 3000 sf. $800/mo. 548-3549 2 BR mobile home. 2 BR lower apt in New No pets. $450/mo + deposit & utilities. RefMadison. Total electric. erence required. 937No pets. Possible MET 533-1687 approved. No appliances or W/D hookup. $375/mo + deposit. 937-459-2784 FOR RENT Spacious 2 BR. NO SMOKING. Stove & refrig. W/D hookup. Pet fee. $515/mo + deposit. 692-5965

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Mobile Homes for Rent Or Rent to Own Call

937-417-7111

NEW LISTING! Good investment opportunity with steady cash flow. Property offers 6 units, Four 2 bedroom & Two 1 Bedroom units. All units have washer/dryer hook ups. The Two 1 Bedroom apartments have garages. Several of the current tenants are long term tenants. Owner pays for trash removal, tenants pay all other utilities. (704085) NEW LISTING! 57,000 sq ft Warehouse with easy access to four State Highways Indiana 28 and 32, Ohio 47 and 571, located in Union City, IN. Randolph County 1.69 Acre. (705591) 4 UNITS FOR 1 PRICE this historic store front features 3 apartments, that’s 4 time the income! check it out today to cash in on this investment opportunity! (704074) TWO, THREE UNIT ONE FLOOR APARTMENT BUILDINGS. Good investment opportunity. Owner pays trash removal, water & sewage. Each unit has washer & dryer hook ups. Roof, sofit gutters. (700530) FOUR UNIT APARTMENT UNIT, two 2 bedroom units. Two one bedroom units Two bed renting at $325. & 275. One Bed renting $325 & $275. Tenants pay all utilities Property offers a potential 12% return. (700536) FANTASTIC DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL BUILDING. Property has had many current renovations. Newer flooring has been put in the south side. Restrooms have been remodeled. Features dining room, banquet room, office area and kitchen. Street frontage on E 3rd and Walnut.(701907) COUNTRY INVESTMENT with lots of potential, this 2 unit rental has many updates and currently brings $1100.00 a month in rents. Property could also be easily converted into a single family home. Call today for a showing. (704075) LOOKING FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO START YOUR OWN RESTAURANT? Restaurant is being sold fully equipped. But could also be sold without equipment. There is an area for office space. (701906) FOR LEASE! This is the former Big Lots location. Great open sales space with store room in the rear for the building. Restrooms and small store room located in the front of the space. Plenty of well-lit parking in front of the plaza. Located on busy Wagner Avenue. (372571) FOR LEASE! This is the former Aaron’s Rental location. Great open sales space with store room in the rear for the building. Restrooms and small store room located in the front of the space. Plenty of well-lit parking in front of the plaza. Located on busy Wagner Avenue. (372574) 2,033 SQUARE FEET COMMERCIAL space available for lease. This space includes kitchen, walk in freezer, office, and retail space. Potential storage space up to 2,008 square feet available. Previously known as South Town Carry Out. (703882) RETAIL CENTER READY FOR YOUR BUSINESS. Great location just off downtown. For sale or lease. (574229) GOOD RETURN ON INVESTMENT, with unit 1 rented for $350 per month, and unit 2 rented for $300 per month. Landlord pays utilities. Possible third unit, but would be very small. (700616) VERY SUCCESSFUL long standing A&W Root beer restaurant with 30 inside dining spots, 20 covered car dining spots. Also has a drive thru window. The building is set up for year round operation but current owner has been operating for 6 months out of the year to allow time to travel in winter. (701608) LOOKING TO INVEST? Check out this duplex, close to the hospital, restaurants and other businesses (626020) TWO COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES located in high traffic area. Close to the Walgreen store. (701607) (701603) VACANT CORNER LOT available with city utility hook- ups available in Union City. (701170) EXCELLENT LOCATION fronting on State Route 571E and Martindale Rd. City water and sewer available along Martindale Rd. Great visibility. Includes 1.050 acres in road right-of-way. (701612) COMMERCIAL BUILDING SITE located in Industrial Park in Union City. Offers 15 acres, willing to sub-divide. (701614) BLOCK BUILDING WITH 2 BEDROOM apartment and very large garage with workshop and storage. Loft over apartment for storage. Being divided from other buildings on the same tax card, all of which are for sale and could be purchased as a package. (111690) INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Duplex with 2br/1ba each, and updated with windows, kitchens, carpet & paint.(700619) CHURCH FACILITY looking for a new congregation. All the chattels convey and all infrastructure is in place. Inside you have a sanctuary that is equipped with 17 pews, pulpit and organ. Fellowship area equipped with kitchenette and refrigerator. Small office, entry and 2 restrooms finish off the interior space. (360674) LIVE DOWN & RENT UPSTAIRS! Downstairs 3 bedroom, 1 bath and rent the 2 bedroom, 1 bath upstairs and reduce your mortgage payment. In town close to shopping. (701585) VACANT COMMERCIAL LOT on 1 acre with all gravel surface. Priced to sell! (701599) GREAT RETURN ON INVESTMENT, with units rented for $350 each. Tenants pay gas and electric, landlord pays water. This property is being divided from 2 other houses, and seller may consider selling all units. (700617) HISTORIC BRICK TURN OF THE CENTURY PROPERTY! The upstairs living area could be a rental that will pay your bills or a place to relax after a hard day’s work downstairs. Over 2,400 sq. ft in this 2-story building with 2 bedroom, 1 bath living area on the second floor. If you need a good location, the property can be seen from U.S. Rt. 36. A back area with a separate entrance could possibly be rented out as another small business area. (701610) OFFICE SPACE-WAREHOUSE offers over 15,000 sq. feet including office space and 2 bathrooms. Great location on state route and close to the by-pass in Greenville. (701615)

Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937-3168489. Equal Housing Opportunity COMMERCIAL SPACE Warehouse or industri- for rent. Great location al building in Greenville on E Main St, high vis548-3121 or 417-2796 ibility. For more details 548-5264 Executive rental for GTI now open to public! 1 story, 2 BR/2 BA duplex. Open floor plan. 2 car garage. Outside maintenance provided. No Pets or Smoking. 1342 Holly OPEN HOUSE MARCH 20TH Hill. $735/mo. 548-5053 1 – 2:30 PM 829 Harrison, Greenville OH, 3 bedroom 2 bath home with enclosed front Tiny efficiency in Greenporch & side sunroom, partially finished ville. Call for details 548basement. Large 2 ½ car garage with lots 9400 of off street parking. Stop in for details. Brick Duplex, 840 Manchester, Greenville. 2 BR, l/rm, d/rm, lg open HAPPY EASTER! kitchen, 1.5 bath. A/c, refrig, stove, dishwashHunting for a er. Lg 1 car attached garage w/opener. NO Pets/ New Home? Smoking/Metro. $585/ 4 BR, 1.5 bath on Courtney Lane is this nice mo + deposit. 692-8094 brick ranch on a cul de sac with lots of room for the kids to play. Ideal small house for elderly.Level floor plan. Nice brick ranch on Sugar Maple where you Newly remodeled. All apcan enjoy quiet evenings on the enclosed pliances provided. Low porch or some play time in the nice backyard. utilities. Quiet neighborThis home is located on Oak Lane, Indiana hood near Greenville side, sits on a quiet street, large lot and no park. Smoke&pet free. neighbors looking at you in your backyard. 548-7339 One of a kind home located on Kruckeberg 3 BR house, 2 car gais this 5,800 sq ft, 5 BR, 3.5 bath home with rage. Union City, OH. stocked pond & a mother in law suite. $600/mo+deposit. No pets. No Smoking. 937GIVE US A CALL…ANY ONE OF OUR 423-3318 AGENTS WOULD BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO HELP YOU WITH YOUR HUNT Greenville, Spacious 2 FOR A NEW HOME! BR apt. Stove& utilites furnished. Deposit & refFirst Choice erences. NO Pets. 937Realty 621-2643 The Right Choice 2 BR House for rent. 1400 Wagner Ave. 548-5464 Greenville, OH 45331 208 East North St Union www.cbfirstchoice.com City. $475+deposit. 5481800 MISC. FOR SALE BEER & WINE MAKING Supplies. Orme Hardware, 210 S. Main, Arcanum, 692-8282 FOR RENT Storage for personal & business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor & Lock. 548-1075, 5328 Michelle St

PEACEFUL COUNTRY LOCATION! 3 BR brick ranch w/wood floors thru-out KIT, LRM, hallway & 2 BRs; other BR has carpet. 2-car attached garage. Patio. MLS 624185 #4495 MOVE RIGHT IN! Ranch-style home w/3 BR. New vinyl windows, new carpet thru-out (except family rm & BA). KIT equipped w/range, dishwasher, disposal, refrigerator & microwave. 11x12 sun rm. Patio. MLS 700634 #4497 FM SCHOOL DISTRICT! Updated 3 BR brick/vinyl home w/LRM & FRM. Eat-in KIT. Newer Pergo flooring thru-out except MBR has newer carpet. Roof installed in 2009. Replacement windows. MLS 704143 #4500 NEW LISTING! Near Greenville! Frame/vinyl ranch offering 3 BR w/ hardwood floors. LRM & FRM. Air filter on furnace. 12x15 enclosed patio. Extra large 2-car attached garage. Nearly 1 acre lot! MLS 705472 #4501

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OPEN HOUSE TODAY! 1:00-2:30 PM 109 WELLSLEY CT-GREENVILLE WOW! 4 BR 2.5 Bath home on large fenced lot in Greenville. Separate living areas make this a great home for entertaining. 950 MANCHESTER-GREENVILLE Looking to downsize, check out this 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath home that is move in ready, many recent updates. Call today to schedule your tour of this lovely home. 112 E. MAPLE-GREENVILLE This 3 bedroom brick ranch home is over 1400 sq. ft. with many updates is located near park and school.

NEW TO THE MARKET! 6339 JAYSVILLE-ST JOHNS RDGREENVILLE 3 BR plus Den, 2.5 baths, Brick full basement home just minutes outside Greenville. Call today for huge list of updates that this property offers.

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION 2 TRACTS BEING OFFERED CASTINE – 68.43 ACRES – House and Bldgs BRAFFETSVILLE – 41.52 ACRES – Barn

APRIL 9th 2016 12:00 NOON

Both Oﬀered on site at 241 US RT 127 West Manchester (Castine), Ohio

CASTINE – Located at 241 US RT 127 West Manchester (Castine) Ohio 45382 – Approx. 68.43 Acres Farm House – Livestock Barn (Approx. 5,665 Sq Ft) – Machinery Shed 30’x80’ – 2 Corn Cribs – Fenced Pasture (Stream Running Through Pasture) – Woodland – House Trailer 12’x58’ – Pump House 12’x 12’ – Garage 30’x 40’ – (CAUV Value is posted on the Property) – Gas Pipe Line Easement is attached to the property – Arcanum Schools Land Use Approx. – 50.00acres Tillable – 15.13acs Pasture / Woodland – 3.30acres House and Barns BRAFFETSVILLE – Located Behind 171 US RT 127 New Paris (Braﬀetsville) Ohio – Approx. 41.52 Acres Barn 50’x 40’ – Woodland – Shared Driveway Easement from 171 St Rt 127 New Paris (Braﬀetsville) Ohio Address - (CAUV Value is posted on the Property) – Tri Village Schools

“OPEN TODAY! 1-2:30” 1505 ROSS ROAD-Split bedroom design

in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch home! Oak cabinets in kitchen; vaulted ceiling; 2 car attached garage; on crawl space! 5 acres M/L. $139,900 ----------------------------------------------------------6+ ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! Can be divided! Call Jim for additional information! IN WAYNE LAKES at 3618 Scenic Heights Drive is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch! Home offers over 1300 sq. ft. of living area; wood burning fireplace; ceramic tile in kitchen; partial laminate flooring; newer garage door. 21x20 barn included! $109,900 INVESTMENT PROPERTY at 131-141 Pine Street! 2 bedrooms each side; gas F/A heat; both occupied. Low 40’s PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT in north end of Greenville has a 2 bedroom ranch home now available! Vaulted ceiling and corner fireplace in living room; walk-in closet in master bedroom; ALL appliances stay! $112,500 16 ACRES BARE GROUND in Section 13 of York Township! $10,500 per acre. IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE this 2-story home at 517 Fair Street has 2 bedrooms; 1 car detached garage. Upper 40s DUPLEX at corner of Central and Front Street! $22,000 NEWLY REMODELED this 2-3 bedroom home at 329 E. Water has new “inside” and new vinyl outside! Seller will pay closing costs for qualified buyer! Mid 50’s

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Greg Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

www.bluesprucerealtyinc.com

Land Use Approx. - 30.00acres Tillable – 11.52acres Barn/Woodland 2016 FARMING PRIVILEGES - The past mode of operation for both farms has been cash rent for the tillable acres. The Seller is offering the new purchaser full operating rights for the spring tillage and planting privileges as soon as the Deposit Check Clears Payment. NOTING -The deposit is non refundable. If financing cannot be completed in the time frame stated and any but not limited to, labor, equipment, tillage or inputs will not be reimbursed and all will be the property of the Current Seller. TERMS – The Seller offers this farm with confirmation and “AS IS WHERE IS” with NO warranties expressed or implied and with no contingencies. It is important you inspect the property before bidding. The Acreage and Dimensions are believed correct but not warranted nor guaranteed. The Property is sold subject to any existing right of way easements. The Real Estate Broker/Auctioneer is licensed and bonded by the State of Ohio and any legal claim or controversy associated with this auction will be settled by mandatory arbitration. All bidders must register before or on the day of the auction. The successful bidder(s) will be required to pay 10% of the Total Purchase Price as a deposit of Auction – with the Balance due at Closing Approximately 35 Days (May 14th 2016) from the Auction Date or sooner. This deposit is a non refundable if financing can not be completed in the allotted time frame stated above. The current real estate is under CAUV valuation, will be prorated as to the day of closing. No Buyer representation (Realtor) Commissions will be recognized. FARM INSPECTION – A formal viewing of either offered property will be available upon request of the Auctioneer at 937-459-7109 or email byingst27@yahoo.com

JAMES LEE PECK ESTATE Dianne E. Driver Executor Phillip R. Garbig Attorney

Darke County Probate Court Case No. 2015-1-271

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

RECREATIONAL Deep V Magna 17 Tracker fishing boat with recent rebuilt 90hp Johnson Tracker motor & 9.9hp Mercury 4-stroke motor. Has a 35 Motor Guide Tracker trolling motor, Trailstar tracker trailer & other extras. Excellent condition. 937996-1711

2005 Conquest 28’ fifth wheel w/16’ slide out, exc. cond. $8500 firm. 937-459-6981 2013 Cherokee Grey Wolf 18’ travel trailer, 1 slideout, power hitch jack, power awning, flip down travel rack, electric jacks, stored inside, still on 1st bottle of propane. $12,000 firm. 937-526-3792, cell 937-417-5659

PUBLIC AUCTION

Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 10:00am 5419 St. Rt. 49 South, Greenville, OH 45331

Auction is located behind Barga Heating & Air Conditioning Large Stamp Collection Auction: This auction is also online and at above location. These stamps have been professionally put into sheets. If you are a stamp collector this auction is for you. Up for Auction is: STS-8 Flight Cover USPS and NASA-This Stamp and Envelope Flew On The Shuttle on August 1993, American Commemoratives Stamps-Mount McKinley, Military, Super Hero’s, Disney, The Olympics, Baseball, Hockey, Street Cars, US 32 cent Stamp, First In Flight 37 cent Sheet Stamp, 1996 National Stamp Collection Sheets, Liberty Stamp Books, Fruit 33 cent Stamp, Christmas 32 cent Stamp, Flower 32 cent Stamp, Love 29 cent Stamps. All are in full sheets, 1992 & 1993 Booklet Stamp Sheets, 1985 Transportation Old Car 10.1, 4.9, 8.3 cent Stamps, Jazz Singer Stamp, First Day Issue American Commemorative Cancellation Stamp Collection, Bag of Foreign Stamps, Animal 22 cent Stamp Sheets, Tree 15 cent Stamp Sheets, Celebrate the 1900-1960 Stamp Sheets, $2.40 Priority Mail Stamp, Classic Movie 25 cent Sheets Stamps (Wizard of Oz etc), W.C Fields, Will Rodgers 1979-1980 15 cent Stamp Sheets, Big Collection of 15 cent Postcards, USPS Commemorative Stamp Club 1986 First Day Issue, 1943 Turning The Tide 29 cent Stamp Sheet, Legends of the West 1994 29 cent Stamp Sheet, 1994 World Cup 29 cent Stamp Sheet, American Commemorative Prostate Cancer Awareness 33 cent Stamp Sheet, Malcom X 33 cent Stamp Sheet, First Day Issue Cancellations, 1983, 1989, 1990, 2006 and 2007 Stamp Sheets, Legend of Hollywood Collector (Lucille Ball etc) Stamp Sheets, Andy Warhol 37 cent Stamp Sheets, Spay & Neuter Pet 37 cent Stamps, 1994 Commemorative Stamp Collection Books, Stars & Stripes issued in 2000 Stamp Sheets, 1990-1992 Commemorative Stamp Books, 1984 Olympic Stamp Collection, Civil War 32 cent Stamp Sheets, US Mint Stamp Books, Modern Postage Stamp Books, American Indian 32 cent Stamp Sheet, 1997 Classic American Aircraft 32 cent Stamp Sheets, Landing on the Moon Hologram $11.95 Postage Stamp, Wile Coyote and Roadrunner 33 cent Stamp Sheet, 2000 Navy Submarine Stamp Sheet, 2001 That’s All Folks Porky Pig Stamp Sheet, Numerous Sheet Binders, There are also numerous variety of other stamps that are to many to list. Many of these stamps have never been used. This is a collectors auction that you don’t want to miss. Thank You.

Owners: Monthly Auction Terms & Conditions: Cash, Check w/proper ID, Visa, Mastercard (with 3% clerking fee). Brian Rismiller-Auctioneer Check auctionzip for pictures and a list of items. www.auctionzip.com ID#14589

937-423-2070

RECREATIONAL 14’ boat & trailer, like new, w/1 yr old trolling motor, battery, oars, anchors, life jackets. 1st $1200. 459-5368

REAL ESTATE ABANDONED FARMHOUSE! 5 acres - Trout Stream - $69,900. Handyman 3 BR house, stream, fields, views, beautiful Catskill REAL ESTATE Mountain setting! Call M O U N T A I N T O P 888-431-7214 NewYFARM! 5 acres - orkLandandLakes.com $34,900. Jaw dropping views, fields, stone- AUTOMOTIVE walls, southern expo- 1998 4x4 1500 Dodge sure, less than 3 hrs Ram pickup truck, red, from the GW Bridge! needs engine work. (866) 495-8733 NewY- New tires. Has runorkLandandLakes.com ning boards. Tow hitch. LENDER ORDERED Battery, exhaust 2 yrs. SALE! CATSKILL $2500 OBO. 937-448MTNS! 39 acres - 0535, lv msg

$119,900. Fields, woods, apple trees, valley views, stonewalls, ATV trails! 3 hrs NY City! Terms avail. Call (888) 738-6994 NewYorkLandandLakes.com Farm for Sale: Southern Darke County. 55 acres, all tillable, 6 miles SW of Arcanum. South side has all road frontage; East side along creek. $7400/ acre. 937-564-6433 Beautiful large log home, 2.4 aces w/3 BR, loft, pellet boiler, pond, much more. On SR 571E, edge of Greenville. NEW PRICE $292,000. Trump Realty 678-5687

2010 Avenger $7995. 2010 Silverado Crew 4x4 $19,995. 2010 Dodge Crew $10,995. 2007 Silverado Crew 4x4 $14,995. 2006 Colorado Crew 4x4 $9995. 2006 Silverado 4x4, 108,000 $12,995. 2006 Envoy Denali $10,495. 2007 Explorer, 70,000 $10,995. 2002 Ram Crew 4x4 $8995. 2008 Vue AWD $8495. 2008 HHR, 70,000 $7495. 2006 PT Cruiser, 96,000 $5995. 2007 Grand Prix $6195. Buy - Sell - Trade! CountryAutoSalesGreenville. com 548-1337 HOUSEHOLD Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870

HOUSEHOLD PILLOWTOP 14 INCH THICK MATTRESS & BOX SPRINGS: FULL SET $237; QUEEN SET $259; KING SET $399. NEW IN PLASTIC WITH WARRANTY. 937-884-5455 We deliver

New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $149, twin $79. We deliver. Call 937884-5455 GARAGE SALES 809 Red River West Grove Rd, Phillipsburg; March 24-25, 9-5; March 26, 9-?; Stereo w/cd player, TV/DVD player, Set of Sorrento stoneware, Free lawn sweeper, Large outdoor Rubbermaid storage container, boys clothes 10-16, shoes, linens, vintage patterns, bakery goodness, lots more!

GARAGE SALES 217 Rhoades Ave, Greenville; March 25-26; 9-5; Large Sale! Small AC/DC Coke fridge, EdenPURE, clothes. Boyds, tools, lots more!

7622 Horatio Harris Creek Bradford. March 24, 25, 26 from 8-5. Misc items Must see! CLASSIFIEDS WORK! 1-800-548-5312

State of the State tickets

COLUMBUS –Governor John R. Kasich invited Ohioans interested in attending the 2016 State of the State address in Marietta, on April 6, 7 p.m., to submit their names online at governor. ohio.gov to be eligible for a random ticket lottery. The event will be held at the newly renovated Peoples Bank Theatre. Ohioans seeking tickets can sign up until noon on Fri-

day, March 25, and request a maximum of two tickets. Individuals selected for tickets by random lottery will be notiﬁed via e-mail by April 1. Since 2011, Kasich has broken with the tradition of delivering the State of the State address at the Statehouse in Columbus. Kasich has taken the address on the road to Steubenville, Lima, Medina and Wilmington.

PUBLIC AUCTION MAR 26, 8:55am

11527Reed Rd Vers O45380 ANTIQUES-FURNITURE POTTERY-GLASSWARE JEWELRY-ADVTZ’N CANDY APPLIANCES TOOLS: NEW &USED LARGE LOT OF!!!! CORDLESS-POWER HAND & YARD (2) AUCTION RINGS Terms-pics-details@ See Auctionzip.com #3859

Larry Martino larry@larrymartino.com 937-564-3325

ESTATE SAT., MARCH 26, 2016 • 9:00 AM AUCTION 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00A.M.

Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) ANTIQUE FURNITURE 6 Ft. Oak Dbl. Glass Door Kitchen Cupboard; Oak Dbl. 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Gary Weaks, Attorney.

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Shown are the students performing with the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Strings - Anthony Masso-Rivetti, Jacob Troutwine, Ethan Key and Alex Vehre.

PIQUA – Edison State Community College invites high school juniors, seniors, and their parents to learn more about the direct pathway developed to lead into a manufacturing career at Honda. This work-study program allows students to earn a

two–year degree and possibly be debt–free upon completion. An information session will be held April 14 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in rooms 504/505 on the Piqua campus. Equipment Service Technicians are currently in demand at Honda and

Philharmonic Youth VAM preparing for features local youth future displays DAYTON – Accomplished musicians will perform with the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Strings, conducted by Dr. Betsey Hofeldt, at the annual Spring Concert on March 20, 3 p.m., in the Masonic Center, 525 W. Riverview Ave, Dayton. Local students featured in the concert are Anthony Masso-Rivetti, Jacob Troutwine, Ethan Key and

Alex Vehre. The concert features the music of Handel, Mozart, Grieg, Hovhaness, and Mancini. Tickets are $5 and are available at the door or can be obtained by calling 224-3521 x1136. DPYS comprises 59 students in grades six through 12 from 27 area schools. Membership in the orchestra is through competitive audition.

Jamison Farm is Last Monday topic VERSAILLES – The historic Jamison Farm, along the banks of the Stillwater River, just north of Webster will be the topic for the March 28 Last Monday event. Every community has a lonesome house or building that comes out of another time, beckoning each new generation to envelop itself in the stories or legends of these footprints from the past. The Jamison house is one of those homes. It appears from out of the past, and what they thought might have been, to become the building blocks for great

stories, real or imagined that we all have shared. This month Sarah Magoto, VAM board member and researcher, will share the history of this beautiful old homestead and its place in our local story. Sarah will share photos never before seen and of course there will be time for your stories about this house that has fascinated all for over 150 years. This upcoming “Last Monday” will be held at the Versailles Area Museum on March 28, 1 p.m. The museum will be open for touring and a light dessert will be offered after the event.

Orchestra Concert GREENVILLE – The Greenville Senior High School Orchestra will present a concert on March 22 at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall. The concert will showcase the technical and stylistic talents of the group. Music for the evening will include Short Overture for Strings, Perseus and The Black Sea. Also included for the

evening will be the timeless Disney classic from Pocahontas, Colors of the Wind and the great Irish song Danny Boy. This wonderful evening of music will be presented free of charge. Please consider attending and supporting this wonderful group of musicians. Contact JR Price at 548-4188 for more information.

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VERSAILLES – The Versailles Area Museum is planning ahead for new and exciting displays for later this year and into next year. For their late spring display changes they are seeking wedding gowns with a northeastern Darke County/Russia history. Also multi generational gowns are appropriate. Wedding garb for the groom and wedding party are also welcomed. They also are looking for gifts given over the past century not including livestock which was very common in the late 1800’s. New Versailles, Yorkshire, Osgood, and Russia train photos and artifacts are still being sought. This is the 65th anniversary of Poultry Days so those early costume dresses and crowns would be great for display as other early Poultry items and festival history; exception being parade plaques and programs. This is also Ultimate’s 35th anniversary and items are needed for a display honoring them. Looking ahead to October and the holidays they would be interested in having a model train display to ﬁll one of their lobbies. In 2017, they would like to showcase early leather

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require technical and analytical skills to identify and solve problems quickly. The Edison State to Honda Manufacturing Pathway program will help prepare students with the skills needed to take on these in demand roles. The new program is available to students who opt to pursue an Associate of Applied Science degree in Electronics Engineering Technology with a concentration in Electro-Mechanical or Automation and Robotics at Edison State. Participating students will be able to earn a twoyear degree in engineering, while working part time at Honda. Students will attend classes two days a week and work three days

a week. If grade point average and work performance is maintained they will be eligible to receive a pay increase every semester. Participants in the program will make more than $16 per hour, and those who go on to full-time employment will start at more than $53,000 per year. The program requires that students begin taking classes at Edison State in the fall of 2016 and apply to Honda’s work-study program in February 2017. Pre-register to attend by April 4, 2016 by visiting www.edisonohio.edu/ pathway. For additional information, contact Veronica French by calling 778-7865 or emailing vfrench@edisonohio.edu.

Ansonia Alumni addresses

ANSONIA – The Ansonia Alumni Association will hold its annual banquet on May 28, 5:30 p.m., with doors opening at 3:30 p.m., at the Ansonia School. There will also be a dance following the banquet at the Eldora Ballroom from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The current committee is busy making plans and busy updating addresses for the mass mailing of invitations. If you are an Ansonia Alumni, send any address changes to the Ansonia Alumni Association, PO Box 146; Ansonia, Ohio 45303 or go to the Ansonia School’s website at www. ansonia.k12.oh.us and click on the “Alumni” link to update any addresses.

Rock doodles range from intricate patterns to simple symbols and everything in between.

Art Guild hosting Doodled Rocks GREENVILLE – On March 26, 10 a.m., at the Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center try your artistic skills on a new medium. The Greenville Art Guild is offering a free “Doodled Rocks” mini workshop in the Nature Center classroom for adults 18 years and older. No experience is needed, and all materials will be supplied by the Greenville

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ESCC has emergency grants available PIQUA – Beginning on March 21, Edison State Community College will offer grants of up to $500 each to help low-income students weather ﬁnancial emergencies. Students can apply for small grants to help cover expenses just beyond their means, which allows them to quickly return focus to their academic pursuits. “Even the best planning can’t address unforeseen emergencies that can take students’ time, energy, and focus away from their

studies. These grants add another tool to the already plentiful resources that Edison State provides to give students the best chance to succeed. The quick delivery of the funds, combined with not having to worry about how and when to pay back the dollars, combine to make this the best possible method and delivery of justin-time ﬁnancial support,” said Scott Burnam, Edison State Vice President of Student Affairs. The student emergency

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GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks offers handson, educational field trips that immerse students in natural and cultural history. Topics range from life cycles, to geology, to frontier life and everything in between. Naturalists are ready for students to visit their facilities, or they will visit the classroom yearround. Spring still has a few open dates to schedule a field trip, and May Naturalist-in-the-Classroom programs are filling up fast. Specifically for eighth grade students this year, a special history program called “The Civil War” will be conducted by the Ohio Valley Civil War Association, a premier living history unit on April 29. Morning and afternoon sessions are still available.

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For more information on all of the programs offered by the Darke County Park District, call the Nature Center at 548-0165, and ask for a naturalist, or visit the Parks’ Programs section of the website at www. darkecountyparks.org.

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2013 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., gray, 46,340 miles ..................... $14,995 ....... $13,900 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 46,537 miles .... $14,995 ....... $13,500 2012 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, super nice, black, 38,534 miles .. $15,995 ....... $14,900 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, like new, silver, 30,905 miles ............................................................................................................................ $15,995........ $14,500 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, super nice, crystal red, 53,425 miles ........ $14,995 ....... $13,900 2011 CHEVY MALIBU LTZ, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, super sharp, crystal red, 35,863 miles....................................................................................................... $15,995 ....... $14,900 2011 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, loaded, very nice, gold mist, 77,280 miles ................. $11,995 ....... $10,900 2011 CHEVY CAMARO LT COUPE, 3.6L V6, RS Package, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 22,754 miles ..................................................................................................... $23,995 ....... $21,900 2008 CHEVY MALIBU LS, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, loaded, very nice, gray, 64,649 miles ........................ $10,995 ......... $9,500 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles.... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2006 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 163,567 miles ................................................................................................................ $7,995 ......... $6,500 2006 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., white, 132,199 miles.............. $8,995 ......... $7,500 2004 CHEVY IMPALA LS, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, white, 165,478 miles ............................................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,900 2003 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS, 2 dr., 3.8L V6., one owner, loaded, very nice, blue, 170,521 miles ................................................................................................................ $4,995 ......... $3,900 1998 CHEVY CAVALIER LS, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., auto, air, good cond., green, 189,328 miles ........ $2,995 ......... $1,900

PONTIAC

2009 PONTIAC G6 GT, 2 dr., 3.5L V6, sunroof, loaded, sharp, maroon, 76,089 miles................ $11,995 ....... $10,500 2004 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, sharp, black, 157, 974 miles ........................................................................................................................ $6,995 ......... $5,500 2002 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SE, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., gray, 174,012 miles ................................................................................................................ $3,995 ......... $2,900 1999 PONTIAC GRAND AM SE, 4 dr., 3.4L V6, all power, good cond., silver, 144,466 miles ....... $3,995 ......... $2,500

BUICK

2014 BUICK LACROSSE PREMIUM, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, like new, black, 16,415 miles ............................................................................................................... $27,995 ....... $26,500 2014 BUICK VERANO, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, silver, 10,421 miles ........ $19,995 ....... $18,900 2013 BUICK REGAL TURBO PREMIUM, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 15,200 miles ............................................................................................................... $19,995 ....... $18,500 2013 BUICK REGAL PREMIUM, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, crystal red, 26,985 miles....................................................................................................... $22,995 ....... $21,500 2012 BUICK LACROSSE FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 62,113 miles ......... $16,995 ....... $15,500 2009 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 door 3.9L, V6, leather, loaded, super nice, maroon 104,759 miles ....................................................................................................................... $11,995 ....... $10,500 2007 BUICK LACROSSE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., blue granite, 174,206 miles ......................................................................................................................... $6,995 ......... $5,900 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 112,282 miles ....................................................................................................................... $10,995 ......... $8,900 2004 BUICK PARK AVENUE, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, blue, 157,752 miles ..... $5,995 ......... $4,900

OTHER MAKES

2012 CHRYSLER 300C AWD, 4 dr, 5.7L Hemi V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 78,976 miles ............................................................................................................... $23,995 ....... $22,500 2012 VW JETTA 2.5 SE, 4 dr., 2.5L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, sharp, red, 108,875 miles.................. $9,995 ......... $8,500 2012 FORD FUSION SE, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 39,590 miles ........... $14,995 ....... $13,500 2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TAIL CLASSIC, one owner, many extras, like new, maroon, 1,307 miles ............................................................................................................. $22,995 ....... $17,500 2011 HYUNDAI SONATA, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., maroon, 95,583 miles .......... $12,995 ....... $10,900 2009 FORD FOCUS SE, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., loaded, good cond., blue, 114,939 miles..................... $7,995 ......... $6,500 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 124,526 miles ........ $9,995 ......... $8,900 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 92,155 miles ......... $16,995 ....... $13,900 1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 119,533 miles...... $4,995 ......... $2,500 1996 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, nice car, beige, 163,266 miles ..... $4,995 ......... $2,500

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