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CareFlight program drives home prom dangers, safety CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

ANSONIA - As prom week ramps up for area high schools, the cause for student safety concerns moves to the forefront of many thoughts of local parents and school ofﬁcials. On April 20, the Ansonia High School welcomed the Miami Valley Drive Smart program. The program, which is organized by CareFlight staff members, focuses on the dangers of choosing to drink, use drugs and/or text while driving during their prom night celebration. During the presentation, students witnessed a mock crash where several teens were critically or fatally injured. Emergency crews responded to the scene as law enforcement administered a ﬁeld sobriety test before arresting the impaired driver who caused the deadly collision.

They watched as one student was transported by squad to a local hospital and another was airlifted by CareFlight with critical injuries. Then, after the Darke County Coroner’s Ofﬁce investigated the crash scene, the body of the drunk driver’s friend was removed by a hearse to be prepared for funeral services and burial. “I just hope the students learned from this today and think about not only drinking and driving, but another big issue we are having with texting while driving,” stated Ansonia Superintendent Jim Atchley. “I want them to have a great prom, but be responsible in the meantime!” To conclude the program, the students heard from Miami County mother Laura Seger who told the story of Sept. 21, 2010 when she tragically lost her 18-year-old son Joey to a senseless automobile crash. Seger explained how a woman, who was under the inﬂuence,

Laura Seger talks about the tragic loss of her son Joey. (Clinton Randall photo)

smashed into the vehicle occupied by her husband and son Joey, who died instantly. “All because of the choices the other driver made...It changed my life forever,” Seger said. “So before you decide to get behind that wheel, think about what choices you will make - don’t drink or use drugs or text and drive, risking someone’s life or your own!” According to Drive Smart program organizer, Mandy Via of CareFlight Air and Mobile Services,

See more photos from Wednesday’s mock crash at Ansonia High School at bluebagmedia.com/photos. (Clinton Randall photo)

there are over 20 presentations being made this prom season to not only Ohio, but several Indiana high schools as well. “We are so thankful for the folks from CareFlight for setting this all up,” said Ansonia Junior Class Advisor Arrin Turnmire who planned this year’s prom.

“This is a great program. If we can just change one mind or one decision then that makes all of this worth it!” In addition to Ansonia, the Drive Smart program headed over to the Union City Jr./Sr. High School on April 21. The program will be at Tri-Village High

School next week as part of their prom week. To learn about the Drive Smart program, visit CareFlight’s Education and Outreach webpage at www. miamivalleyhospital.org/ Emergency-and-Trauma/ Education-and-Support/ Careﬂight-Education-andOutreach.

Ribbon cut at The Merchant House RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Over a year ago, Randy and George (Georgianne) Lambright and Chris Campbell and his ﬁancé Cassie Lambright had eaten dinner at a downtown restaurant. A question was raised that turned into a mission. George casually asked the group if they thought another restaurant in downtown Greenville would be nice. With Chris and Cass-

ie already in the restaurant business, that casual conversation turned into a serious discussion and ultimately into The Merchant House, 406 S. Broadway, Greenville. Chris and Cassie eventually relocated from Detroit, Mich. to Greenville and work began on transforming an old building into a spectacular restaurant. “It’s been a wonderful journey,” said Campbell as he addressed business leaders and members of the Darke County Cham-

ber of Commerce during a ribbon cutting ceremony. “We couldn’t be happier to be here in Greenville,” he added. The Merchant House is open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday. They are currently closed on Sunday, but plan to eventually open with a Sunday buffet and an abbreviated dinner menu. Reservations for dinner are suggested. To reserve your table, call 459-4405, or email reservations@ tmhgreenville.com.

Members of the Darke County Chamber of Commerce joined with community leaders and the owners and staff of The Merchant House for a long-awaited ribbon cutting.

Parents of dog bite victim asking for dog policy changes SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The father and grandmother of a 13-year-old who was recently bitten by a dog on a Greenville street are asking Darke County Commissioners to take a look at the county’s quarantine policy. The boy’s dad, Shawn Crumrine and grandmother, Mary Keenor attended the April 18 county commission meeting. The two dogs that bit his son, Crumrine said “don’t have licenses or registration” and have bitten before. Following the commission meeting, Crumrine said that after his son’s incident, neighbors approached him about the same dogs being involved in several other attacks. According to Crumrine

and the Darke County Animal Shelter, the dogs belong to Jaime Hensel, who resides in the 100 block of Euclid Street. Attempts to reach Hensel for comment were not returned. Hensel has received two charges, failure to control a dangerous dog and failure to control a dog. The bite took place a block away from Euclid, in front of the boy’s home at 500 Penn St. “They chased him down Central,” Crumrine said, explaining that on Tuesday, April 5, his son was riding his bike home just after dark from the junior high parking lot. After riding the space of about three homes, Crumrine said his son saw the dogs come out and encircle him. “He pedaled as fast as he could. One dog tried to bite his tire. When he got to the box truck sit-

ting in front of the garage, the pit bull attacked his arm. He kicked it off and the other dog attacked. The pit bull came back after him.” The other dog was a “shepherd-type” animal, Crumrine said. Neighbors, Crumrine said, told him the dogs had previously bitten a post ofﬁce worker, who lives nearby. At that time, neighbors said, the dog’s owner was instructed to “put the dogs down” but had not complied. Crumrine said he hopes commissioners, as well as city ofﬁcials, will take into consideration his request. “I want animal owners to be completely responsible for their dogs,” he said. “They should be licensed and have their rabies shots.” “The dogs are in quarantine, but I don’t think quarantine should be left

up to the homeowner. They are too cIose to the animal. And they (homeowners) aren’t the victims. I want them (dogs) to be quarantined at the animal shelter.” Crumrine asked commission to consider that the policy be changed so dogs that bite be “placed in immediate custody” of the animal shelter. Since the attack took place within city limits, Commissioner Diane Delaplane told Crumrine to check on the city of Greenville’s policy as well. Crumrine was planning on attending the April 19 city commission meeting to bring his request to their attention. “I’ve hired an attorney,” Crumrine said, noting that a hearing had been scheduled in probate court for Hensel. Crumrine is asking for lost compensation for his

wife’s wages the week she stayed home with their son following the incident, full compensation to their insurance company for medical procedures and up to $175,000 per dog involved in the incident. His son received numerous stitches and is in the process of receiving rabies shots. “This was not a one dog attack,” he said. “These dogs were trying to bring him (son) down. I don’t want to face what happened a couple years ago in Dayton” referring to Klonda Richey who was mauled to death in her driveway when her neighbor’s dogs attacked her in February 2014. The dogs were killed by police when they attempted to attack the ofﬁcers who responded to the 911 call. Just a couple weeks before the Greenville biting

incident, local residents became aware of an online petition asking Darke County Animal Shelter to revise its policy on euthanizing pit bull-type dogs. The petition appears on the website change.org. People from across the United States have signed the petition and called the animal shelter. Darke County Animal Shelter Director Duane Sanning has been ﬁelding these calls, but is not comfortable with changing the county’s policy. “How can I adopt out a pit bull to a family with kids, with another dog of a family cat without being able to evaluate them?” he told The Early Bird earlier this month. Sanning said most temperament testing procedures “have been proven to the degree of yes you do or no you don’t.”

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get the person to answer the door again, but no one responded. A summons for domestic violence and CPO violation was issued for Bradburn when he is located. Drugs On April 14, an officer observed a vehicle traveling south bound on East Fourth Street. Upon a routine search of the vehicle’s registration it was found the registered owner of the vehicle had a suspended operating license. The defendant (not named in the report) matched the physical description given by LEADS/NCIC. Upon stopping the defendant for the operating while suspended violation, the officer observed the rear seat passenger (not named in the report) in the vehicle to have an open container of beer sitting in his lap. The beer can was handed to the officer by the rear passenger upon request and was found to be approximately half full and cold to the touch. The defendant stated that he was the registered owner of the vehicle and that he was unaware his license was suspended. The defendant had pinpoint pupils and his hand shoo while speaking to the officer. The defendant was asked to exit the vehicle. The officer asked if he had anything on his person that would injure the officer, he said no, but that he did have marijuana and a pipe in his pocket. The officer asked the defendant to remove the bag, which the officer observed contained green leafy vegetation. The defendant admitted he was planning to smoke the marijuana. Upon conducting a probable cause search of the vehicle, the officer found another can of beer, cold to the touch, on the floor of the front passenger seat. The defendant stated the beer can was his. Upon further investigation, it was found the defendant was under a non-compliance suspension from September 2014 to indefinite. It was also found the defendant has two prior driving under suspension convictions in the last three years. The defendant was issued a traffic citation for driving under suspension and a misdemeanor citation for possession of marijuana. The defendant and the rear seat passenger were both given warnings for the open alcohol containers after they voluntarily disposed of them. On April 16, Steven L. Yohey was arrested on Bucoba Street neat Wayne Avenue on a warrant entered through the Darke County Sheriff’s Office. Yohey was attempting to pick up mail at the address on Bucoba. The resident at the address called police to keep the peace. The warrant was for failure to appear on possession of marijuana drug paraphernalia, with bond at $250 in cash. Yohey was transported to the Darke County Jail and released to their custody. DUI On April 16, officers observed a vehicle traveling

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hicle. Upon arrival, the officer spoke with the victim, Forest Watkins, who said he parked his 1995 Infinity G20 in front of the business, leaving his keys and cell phone inside the car. While inside, a male subject took his vehicle and left a mountain bike in the parking lot. The surveillance video was reviewed and officers saw a white male, wearing a black baseball hat sideways on his head with the mountain bike, then driving away in the stolen vehicle. A BOL was issued on the vehicle. AT&T was contacted to see if they could locate the cell phone, but were unsuccessful since it was not a Smart phone. The bike was swabbed for DNA and was taken as property The victim was taken home and advised that he will be contacted with the vehicle is located. 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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House of Hope founder supports local facility BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

ITHACA – Although Amy Raynes’ dream hasn’t fully been realized, help is on the way for the Miami Valley’s troubled teenage girls. House of Hope Dayton has made tremendous headway in the past year and this year’s second annual Hope in the Darke fundraising event held April 16 will go a long way in helping reach the goal of opening the facility this fall. Located in Ithaca, House of Hope Dayton is a faith-based residential counseling service for teenage girls. From sexual abuse to anger issues, these girls will learn how to overcome the trials and tribulations life has sent their way to become successful and productive adults. House of Hope Dayton may only be a few years in the making, but it is backed by over 32 years of prayer and success. It all started, according to House of Hope founder Sara Trollinger, with a “still small voice.” Trollinger came to

Darke County to speak to supporters and share the success House of Hope has had since opening in 1985. To say House of Hope is a faith-based organization does little to adequately describe how hundreds of teenage girls and boys have been helped by this organization. Trollinger taught school in Orange County, Fla. for 25 years as well as teaching at a juvenile detention center. “I would see how teenagers would come and go without any lasting help,” she said. Unfortunately, she couldn’t minister to the students or the parents because it was a secular school. After seeing the same kids come and go Trollinger admits she was distressed and cried out to the Lord, “What are we going to do about these hurting teenagers?” The answer came in that still small voice and it was to start House of Hope. Faith has played a huge part in House of Hope’s history. From stepping out in faith to purchase

the original two homes with only $200 in the bank to standing on Luke 10:19 and commanding ﬂeas that had infested the house to leave, Trollinger admits they couldn’t have come this far without the Lord’s favor. She reeled off one miracle after another House of Hope has been blessed to see. Today, House of Hope continues to see one success story after another. They’ve witnessed trouble teens that have become teachers and business owners and now have families of their own. Trollinger said a week or two doesn’t pass by without one of their former residents stopping by. “The teens we’re helping today will change the nation,” she said. Not only are the teens changed by House of Hope, so are the parents. Trollinger and her counselors require parents to attend parenting classes while their teen is a resident. “Most people in most communities don’t know the seriousness of the

problem. If they do know the seriousness, they don’t know the solution,” she said. Her message to Darke County is to get involved with Amy and her team to be part of the solution. Funding will be extremely important to get House of Hope Dayton up and running. Trollinger said, “We’re praying for

$300,000 to be able to get the place staffed, get it open and get all of the repairs done. And we believe God’s going to provide that.” She admits when she heard God’s voice 32 years ago she didn’t know it would be like it is today with 17 locations across the country. She recalled when President Regan

visited House of Hope he said, “There needs to be a House of Hope within driving distance of every major city.” As Trollinger walked around the House of Hope Dayton campus she admitted the tears started to ﬂow as she realized the support local teenage girls were going to receive.

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CIC begins ED director interviews GREENVILLE – Darke County’s Community Improvement Corporation (CIC) set up the timeline on when a new economic development director could

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Kiwanis recognizes three from GCS GREENVILLE – Two high school students and one teacher from Greenville City Schools were recognized during the April 20 Kiwanis meeting at the Brethren Retirement Center. Named the Kiwanis Teacher of the Year for 2016 was Amanda Rieman, who teaches second grade at Woodland Primary. Rieman has been teaching for nine year, ﬁve with Greenville City Schools. “I care an extreme amount for the students that I serve and I want the very best for each of them,” Rieman said in her nomination forms. “I put my heart into every lesson I teach and every activity that my student do.” Rieman resides in Greenville with her husband, Mike and their son Cooper, who will be 2 in May. The couple will welcome a baby girl in May, also. Rieman obtained both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in education and literacy from the University of Dayton. Also recognized as Kiwanis Students of the

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Month were GHS seniors Tiffany Sanders and Brayden York. Sanders is the daughter of Brian and April Sanders. She is a student in the hospitality program at GHS and is active in FCCLA. Sanders is employed in dining at the Brethren Retirement Center. Following high school graduation, she plans to earn her STNA certiﬁcation and eventually study to be a veterinarian tech. York is the son of Joe and Deanna York. He is

active with varsity baseball, the National Honor Society, and the National Honor Society, science club, and We Are the Majority. York is enrolled in the engineering program at GHS. He’s also active in Fellowship Christian Athletes and is a member of the EUM Church, participating in the EUM Youth program, EYM Kidmunity and EUM Camp Wild. Following graduation, York will enlist in the Navy Reserves with plans to earn a college degree.

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Greenville PD continues weekend stabbing investigation GREENVILLE A man was reportedly stabbed on the 100 block of Sweitzer Street in Greenville late Saturday night. At approximately 12:50 a.m., emergency crews responded to 123 Sweitzer on a disturbance in which the two men were involved in an altercation which resulted in the one being stabbed in throat with a knife. The stabbing victim, Charles Wolford was transported from the scene

to Wayne HealthCare and later airlifted to Miami Valley Hospital. He was last listed in stable condition. A second squad was dispatched to the scene to check the condition of the homeowner, 39-yearold Michael C. Abelquist. He was later arrested and taken to the Darke County Criminal Justice Center held on a charge of Felonious Assault (F2). The prosecutor elected to dismiss

the case against Abelquist on Wednesday pending further investigation into the incident. If charges are ﬁled by the state, the case will be presented before a Grand Jury for a potential indictment. To report criminal activity in your neighborhood contact the Greenville Police Department at 937-548-1103 or Darke County Crime Stoppers at 937-547-1661 - you may remain anonymous.

Vocal music spring concert is April 28 GREENVILLE – The Greenville Junior High Vocal Music Department, under the direction of Kari Lemon, will be performing their annual Spring Concert April 28 at Memorial Hall beginning at 7 p.m. Similar to last year, this concert will be taking on a theme as well as bringing in special guests to perform. This year, the 69 junior high students will be pre-

senting music from several different television shows, entitling the program, “TV Time.” The Junior High students will be sharing the stage with the newly formed South Middle School choirs. The Junior High selections include a medley from “High School Musical” and “Grease Live” as well as Firework (as made popular from the TV Show Glee), the theme song to

“Hawaii Five-0” and the theme to “Pink Panther.” The South Middle School choirs will be presenting a medley from “Schoolhouse Rock” and a new version of “Over the Rainbow” as made popular from Glee. Select students will also be presenting spotlight features to be announced that evening. This concert is free to the public. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

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ON YOUR MIND

READERS WRITE DD continues to serve

Dear Editor and Citizens of Darke County, For many years, Darke County has been very fortunate with the resources of Anthony Wayne and Wayne Industries. The consumers, their families and staff of these facilities continue to pave the road to a better avenue of learning and working for individuals served by the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Federal and State mandates have changed the service delivery model requirements for many services provided by Darke DD. Locally, the Board of DD has strategically responded to these new requirements with a goal of meeting and exceeding the needs of individuals, providing a broad array of quality service options. Throughout this process of change, public perception and ideas start to question, “What is happening with Wayne Industries or Anthony Wayne?” Darke DD has for many years provided or supported services at both the Wayne Industries and Anthony Wayne facilities. Services have met or exceeded requirements by the Ohio Department of Disabilities. The new service delivery model required by the Federal Government states that service settings available to individuals with developmental disabilities must be integrated in and support the individual’s full access to the greater community in work and community life. Individual choice must be optimized. Services continue to be provided at Wayne Industries. Currently, individuals have a number of agencies providing day services to choose from, most located in Darke County. All of these services, including those provided at Wayne Industries are provided by private agencies. The Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities provides funding for the services provided by these agencies – including funding for stafﬁng needed to have service options available. Local funding used to match Federal Medicaid

funding for these services continues to be critically important in supporting individuals and families served by Darke DD. Darke DD continues to expand our support of community-based options for individuals. Fifty-ﬁve individuals are currently employed in community employment receiving supports from agencies and Darke DD. Individuals are discussing options for living in their communities and participating in community events that they enjoy. Darke DD’s progress toward more integrated community-based opportunities has been recognized by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and Ohio Association of County Board of Developmental Disabilities as a leader n the transformation of our service delivery system. When you hear that “Wayne Industries is closed” or “Darke DD doesn’t pay for services any longer,” you now know that this isn’t true. Darke DD continues to coordinate and fund services for eligible individuals. Our goal is to expand community-based integrated options for people we serve by empowering 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. Your continued support as Darke County tax payers and stakeholders is critical as we continue to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Adults and children at Wayne Industries and Anthony Wayne Early Childhood Center continue to receive services that help each person move toward reaching their potential. Sincerely, John N. Miller, Board President; Carol Bruss, Vice President; Pam Pohlman, Secretary; Brad Bixler, Joe Latas, Kristie Spille and Madonna Winner, Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

Deadline to register before election GREENVILLE – Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code Section 3501.10, the Darke County Board of Elections will remain open until 9 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2016, the last day to be registered in order to vote in the upcoming Special Congressional General Election to be held on Tuesday, June 7. Registration forms are available at the Board ofﬁce, 300 Garst Ave., Greenville, the Darke County Courthouse Treasurer’s Ofﬁce, any public library and the License Bureau on Wagner Avenue in Greenville. Questions should be directed to the

Board of Elections during normal ofﬁce hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at 5481835. The Board urges those who wish to check on their status as a voter to call before the May 9 deadline. The Board also encourages anyone who has moved since they last voted and not changed their residence address with the Board, to do so before the registration deadline. Doing so is beneﬁcial to the voter and the Board of Elections so that all voter information is current and correct on Election Day.

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I will not be turning the Big L I am now less than two months away from turning the Big L. The Big L, you ask? I thought it would somehow make me feel a little better about myself if I described my next birthday using Roman numerals. It was working. I was on cloud nine thinking I had beaten the system. I didn’t have to use the word ﬁfty or use each number individually – the Big Five Zero. I could skip past saying I’ve reached the half century mark or I’ve existed for ﬁve decades. I announced to my wife, friends and other family members they could refer to me and my age this

year as the Big L. My wife obliterated my plan when she asked, “You’re going to be a Big Loser?” I’ve gotten to the point in life where I rely on the Superbowl to remind me of how old I am going to be. This year we celebrated Superbowl L, which means I must be turning 50. June 15, 1966 was a special day in the Berry home. It was the day my older brother got his very precious younger brother and my parents got their youngest son. I must have been the perfect baby and toddler because ﬁve years later they tried to duplicate perfection and made me the middle child. Here’s a little advice for parents with a perfect child. Stop! Don’t do it! Do not try to improve upon perfection. Your next child will never be able to live up to the standards your perfect child set and it will only

lead to heartache and disappointment. However, if you didn’t get it right the ﬁrst couple times by all means continue trying, but there will come a point when you realize you won’t have a perfect child. My wife and I realized that fact after two. A few years ago…I guess I should explain something here. When you reach a certain age the deﬁnition of “a few” in relation to time changes the older you get. Now when I say a few years ago, I’m actually saying anywhere from 10-30 years ago. Saying something took place a couple years ago could mean anytime within the last decade. As I was a saying…A few years ago I gave my mother a card on my birthday. The card read, “Congratulations on the birth of your son.” I don’t want to speak for my mom, but I

think she was pleased that I remembered her on my birthday. A couple years ago I wrote a column expressing my disdain for businesses that were giving me a senior discount. If I remember correctly, my loving family found it hilarious that I would receive that discount. They made fun of me for days on end. As I move into the part of my life where I have fewer days in front of me than are behind me I have to admit I’m over it. I welcome the senior discount. I ate at a restaurant last week and saw the lady hit the discount button. A couple years ago I would have been offended. As I reached for my wallet a smile came across my face and I thought to myself, “Thank you very much. Yes, yes I will take that discount fast food restaurant cashier lady.”

Time running out to apply for help WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) reminded Ohioans the deadline for small business owners in Darke and Mercer Counties to apply for federal low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is fast approaching. Small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small aquaculture businesses, and private nonprofit organizations that experienced financial loss due to severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding that

Library meeting NEW MADISON – The New Madison Public Library’s Board of Trustees will have a special meeting on April 25, 8 p.m. to hire a custodial service. Preceding this meeting, several trustees will hold interviews with selected applicants beginning at 6 p.m. The regularly scheduled Board Meeting for May has been rescheduled for May 23, 5 p.m.

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Eligible business can borrow up to $2 million to pay ﬁxed debts, payroll, and other bills that would have been paid had there not been severe storms, tornadoes, and ﬂooding. Eligible Ohioans may apply online via SBA’s secure website at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/. Loan application forms can also be obtained by emailing the SBA at disastercustomerservice@

sba.gov, calling the SBA’s Customer Service Center at 1-800-659-2955 (1-800-877-8339 for the deaf and hard-of-hearing), or downloading the forms at www.sba.gov/disaster. Applicants should mail completed forms to: U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.

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Y plans event to keep local kids healthy GREENVILLE – On April 30, 10 a.m.-noon, the YMCA of Darke County is holding a free community event to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. This year marks the 25th annual YMCA’s Healthy Kids Day®, the Y’s national initiative to improve health and wellbeing for kids and families. The event will be held at the Greenville branch and features activities such as games, healthy snacks, demonstrations, and crafts

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Versailles UM hosts concert

VERSAILLES – The Versailles United Methodist Church, 104 W. Wood St., will be hosting Mandy Neff Rismiller on April 27. She will be singing at 7:30 p.m. Mandy has performed at the Darke County Fair and other events. A love offering will be taken.

Student Council did not exist every year. They reorganized in 1951 and were led by President and current local attorney John Marchal (pictured second row, third from the left).

The 1975 football team (Class of 1976) compiled a 7-3 record under ﬁrst-year Head Coach Randy Reed. Assistant Coaches were Kyle Kagey, Jeff Love, Stan Palmer, Kent Thompson, and James Baron.

GHS Alumni’s free Open House is May 2 GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Alumni Association will have its fourth annual Open House on May 2 at the GHS Cafeteria. The event is free and will last from 6:30-9 p.m. There is no program and it is a walk through happening with free refreshments. Friends of GHS and staff members are invited, too. This is a chance for GHS alums to reconnect with their past. They have approximately 200 tri-fold cardboards with pictures from all 105 Chief yearbooks. They have the 88 boards with all 18,000+ senior photos from the yearbooks, all scanned and in one place, and showing everyone who has graduated from GHS in over 100 years. This year they will have all of these boards back, due to popular demand. There are also specialized boards dealing with GHS clubs, sports, music, classes, teachers, post cards and school pictures, and other subjects. There will be 100-year listings of Homecoming Court members, Raudabaugh award winners, Prom Courts and themes, Student Council and NHS presidents, senior class ofﬁcers, valedictorians,

salutatorians, head ushers, Winter Sports Festival courts, Marching Band Field Commanders, Drum Majors, Athletic Hall of Fame, student and teacher obituaries, class reunion photos over the past six years—all named, an Alumni Directory covering 138 years, postcard pictures of the school building, and Yearbook editors. They will have listings of four and ﬁve generation families who have graduated from Greenville High School. This covers from the ﬁrst graduation in 1873 through 2015.

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BRADFORD – On May 21, Bradford High School will hold its annual alumni banquet. All members of the BHS Class of 1967 and are attending the alumni event are asked to call Rita, 5640525 or Cindy, 473-3465. The year 2017 will be the 50th anniversary for the class of 1967 organizers would like all members to get together to make plans for the upcoming year. If you have not received your invitation and want one, let them know.

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Downtown Greenville moving on up at Mayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First Friday GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Have you ever wondered what is on the upper ďŹ&#x201A;oors of our historic downtown buildings? If so, you will want to be part of Main Street Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First Friday Upper Floor Tour on May 6 to see and discover these hidden locations. This amazing tour will take place from 6-9 p.m. and will include four upper ďŹ&#x201A;oor locations and one bonus location in downtown. Also, since it is â&#x20AC;&#x153;First Fridayâ&#x20AC;?, downtown businesses will be open late for you to shop, dine, and enjoy! The Upper Floor Tours were created to highlight the historic buildings located in our downtown district and remind residents of the true magnitude of the buildings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The City of Greenville is incredibly fortunate to have 83 buildings listed on the National

Register of Historic Places located in the downtown district,â&#x20AC;? said Amber Garrett, executive director for Main Street Greenville. The following buildings will be featured on the tour this year: 406 S. Broadway (2nd and 3rd ďŹ&#x201A;oor above The Merchant House), 334 S. Broadway (space above Bach to Rock), 524 1/2 S. Broadway (space above Readmoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hallmark), and The Palace Building (3rd ďŹ&#x201A;oor above The Coffee Pot, Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Alessios and The Double M Diner). The bonus location (no ticket necessary to view this location) will be the Darke County Model Railroad Club, 405 1/2 S. Broadway. A video-tour featuring the locations on the tour will be offered the same evening (during the same time) for those with lim-

ited mobility. Tickets are $5 each and will not be limited. Purchase your tickets in advance at the Darke County Welcome Center, 421 S. Broadway. Tickets can also be purchased at any of the featured locations during the event. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our hope is that the Upper Floor Tours will encourage and inspire others to consider living options in the downtown area and continue to increase the demand for upper ďŹ&#x201A;oor apartment living,â&#x20AC;? said Garrett. Additional downtown residents can make a sizable contribution to the health and the stability of the overall downtown economy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;People who choose to live downtown often embrace the lifestyle, supporting the businesses on an almost daily basis,â&#x20AC;?

said Garrett. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have always dreamed of having an apartment downtown and I hear many other people say the same thing. Our goal is to have these upper ďŹ&#x201A;oors utilized. We truly hope this event will encourage people to look at our historic buildings a little differently when traveling down Broadway.â&#x20AC;? Mote and Associates,

Inc. sponsors the annual Upper Floor Tour, a professional design ďŹ rm specializing in civil engineering and land surveying. The tour is presented by Main Street Greenville in collaboration with Historic Preservation Month to bring awareness and respect to our built environment. First Fridays are a

monthly event presented by Main Street Greenville, a non-proďŹ t organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and grown in historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more, visit www.DowntownGreenville.org, follow them on Facebook, or contact them at 548-4998.

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– Joann Marie Emrick, 70, of Greenville, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 6 p.m. at her residence. She was born on November 30, 1945 in New Madison, to the late Charles & Marie (Hawkey) Lutz. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Richard Lee Emrick of Greenville, whom she married on January 15, 1965; daughter, Jodi Mathews of Brookville, Ind.; son,

Rodney Emrick of Greenville; grandchildren, Brittany Mathews and Zachary Mathews and great grandchildren, Jared Mathews and Hailey Mathews Johnsons all of New Madison; brother, Jim Lutz of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Clarence Lutz and Richard Lutz. Joann enjoyed computers, gardening and biking. There will be a memorial service held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 3 p.m. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, with Rev. Dennis Shipley Jr. ofﬁciating. There will be a private graveside service held at the convenience of

the family at Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison. In lieu of ﬂowers it is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the State of the Heart Care. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com.

KING – D. June King, 93, of Springboro, and formerly of Greenville, died Thursday, April 14, 2016. A funeral service was held Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery. TRUEBLOOD – Carlos Eugene Trueblood, 30, of Ansonia, died Thursday, April 14, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service was held Tuesday, April

19, 2016 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison.

HOWELL – Larry Howell, 77, of New Paris, died Friday, April 15, 2016. A funeral service was held Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Abbottsville Cemetery, Darke County. S I D E R S - G R AY

– Doris Ann (Wampler) Siders Gray, 87, of Greenville, died Saturday, April 16, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service was held Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Township

Calendar of Events May 2016 Darke County Wellness Challenge Beginner’s Guide to Hitting Your Stride Feeling overwhelmed about running or walking a 5K? Join our 9 week program that will lead up to the Breast Cancer Awareness of Darke County 5K on July 30th! The kick off workshop is an introductory meeting followed by the ﬁrst workout of the 9-week program. Please wear comfortable attire.

Jordan D. Francis, MPH

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Wednesday, May 25th

Free Monthly Diabetes Education Class

This educational class is designed to help you understand and manage diabetes. Join Karen Droesch, Certiﬁed Diabetes Educator, for a free class each month.

Summer Fun & Safety Tuesday, May 10th 2:00pm-3:00pm

Wayne HealthCare, 3rd Floor Conference Room

Bite into a Healthy Lifestyle Tuesday, May 19th 10:00am-11:00am

Wayne HealthCare 3rd Floor Conference Room #1 & #2 Cost: Free RSVP by May 20th, 2016 Jordan Francis (937) 547-7409 or jordan.francis@waynehealthcare.org

Masquerade Jewelry Sale

Sponsored by Wayne Hospital Auxiliary Starts: Wednesday, May 4th at 10:00pm Continues: Thursday, May 5th around the clock Ends: Friday, May 6th at 2:00pm Wayne HealthCare Main Lobby

Wayne HealthCare, 3rd Floor Conference Room

Wayne HealthCare Hosts American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better Program

Diabetes Education Programs Karen Droesch, RD, LD, CDE Certiﬁed Diabetes Educator (CDE) will present and lead all diabetes education classes and programs.

Diabetic Group Classes

Look Good Feel Better® is a free, non-medical, brand-neutral public service program that teaches beauty techniques to cancer patients to help them manage the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. The program is open to any woman who is undergoing or recently completed treatment for cancer.

Monday, May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd 1:00pm-3:00pm

Wayne HealthCare, Room 405 Insurance may cover the cost of the class.

Pre-Diabetic Group Classes Wednesday, May 25th 10:00am-12:00pm

Monday, May 2nd, 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Wayne HealthCare, 3rd Floor Conference Room Cost to attend is $10 per class For more information or to register call Karen Droesch at (937) 547-5750 or karen.droesch@waynehealthcare.org

Healthy Moments

3-Week Monday Series Childbirth Class

Jordan D. Francis, MPH Wayne HealthCare Wellness Coordinator

Monday, May 2nd, 9th, 16th 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Tuesday, May 17th

Wayne HealthCare 3rd Floor Conference Room Complimentary Meal: 5:30pm Presentation: 6:00pm Cost: Free

Wayne HealthCare, 3rd Floor Conference Room #2

Breastfeeding Class Tuesday, May 17th 6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Special Beginnings

All classes are free if mother is delivering at Wayne HealthCare, if mother is not call for cost.

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Wayne HealthCare, Administrative Board Room Registration is required for this FREE program. To register call (937) 547-5079.

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To learn more about Wayne HealthCare programs and events follow us on social media, visit our website, or call (937) 548-1141

Memorial Gardens, Greenville.

YEOMANS – Hazel E. Yeomans, 82, of Greenville, died Friday, April 15, 2016. A funeral service was held Friday, April 22, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery. ROSS-BALDSCHUN – Phyllis J. Ross-

Baldschun, 84, of Greenville, died Monday, April 18, 2016. Funeral services were held Friday, April 22, 2016 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Abbottsville Cemetery.

ANTHONY – Peggy Ann (Cruze) Anthony, 79, of Greenville, died Sunday, April 17, 2016. A graveside service was held Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Old Teegarden Cemetery near Ansonia. CHAMBERLIN – Gloria “Sue Sue” Chamberlin, 56, of Hollansburg, died Sunday, April 17, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service was held Friday, April 22, 2016 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Pearl Cemetery in Swanders. SMITH

– Herman J. Smith, 93, of VerVeteran sailles, died Wednesday, April 20, 2016. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, April 23, 2016 at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles. Burial is in St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles.

HEINS – Kelli M Heins, 47, of Arcanum, died Tuesday, April 19, 2016. Memorial services will be held 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Moraine Airpark, 3800 Clearview Dr., Moraine, OH 45439.

There will be a gathering of family and friends 1 p.m. until the time of service.

GIGANDET – Joan Kay Gigandet, 73, of Versailles, died Tuesday, April 19, 2016. Services will be held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at Versailles Christian Church, 105 West Ward St., Versailles. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2-6 p.m. on Sunday April 24, 2016 at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles. DAUGHERTY – Sandra P. Daugherty, 74, of Richmond, Ind., died Monday, April 18, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Private burial will be in Greenmound Cemetery. HEITKAMP – Mary Ann Heitkamp, 90, of Versailles, died Thursday, April 21, 2016. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at St. Louis Catholic Church, 15 East Star Road, North Star. Burial will follow in Holy Family Church Cemetery, Frenchtown. Family will receive friends from 2-8 p.m. on Monday, April 25, 2016 at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, and 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the church. KEEL – Jewel E. Keel, 88, of Union City, Ohio died Monday, April 18, 2016. Services will be held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 9 a.m. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in Dayton National Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at the funeral home.

Bridges to College offers scholarships GREENVILLE – Bridges to College is offering renewable scholarships of up to $750 each to eligible Greenville and Ansonia High School graduates. “These need-based scholarships will help make college a reality for several students,” said Anne McKinney, executive director of Bridges to College. “The scholarships are up to $750 each and renewable for up to four years.” Students who graduated from GHS or AHS within the last ﬁve years are eligible for the scholarships. This will be the 10th year that Bridges to College has offered scholarships to area high school students. “I encourage both incoming and existing college students to apply,” McKinney said. The deadline for the scholarships is May 15. These scholarships are unique in that they are renewable for up to four years. This means that if students do well, Bridges to College will continue to support them. Scholarship recipients are required to complete 15 hours of community service for a

non-profit organization in Darke County. “This is a way that scholarship recipients can give back to the community that is helping them go to college,” McKinney said. She noted the scholarships are funded through the generous contributions of individuals and businesses. Guidelines and applications are available in the guidance offices at Greenville High School and Ansonia High School. Applications are also available online at the Bridges to College website, www. bridges2college.org. People may also email Anne McKinney or call her at 423-2442 to request the guidelines and an application. For more information about Bridges to College, or to learn how you can help, please visit the Bridges to College website, www.bridges2college.org. Bridges to College is a non-profit organization that helps more students achieve higher education through mentoring, programming and scholarships.

Naturally Fit Series with DCP on April 25 GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks is beginning a new series of ﬁtness programs called Naturally Fit occurring the fourth Monday of every month. Everyone wants to lead healthier lives and spend more time outdoors. However, workout machines aren’t always environmentally friendly, and gyms aren’t very exciting. Besides, sometimes life just gets in the way. Use these programs as an

“excuse” to schedule time outside and get moving. Each of these programs focuses more on ﬁtness than nature, with everyone moving at their own pace, whether that’s one loop or 10. The April program will take place April 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Tecumseh Trail Gettysburg Access Hub. Meet at the park, and bring a bike, helmet, and water bottle.

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Bakers’ 50th anniversary NEW MADISON – Bob and Buena (Luis) Baker will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on May 7. A Mass of Thanksgiving to renew their vows will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville. Their children, grandkids, close friends and relatives will join in their celebration of love at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. A reception will follow. They were married May 8, 1966 at Angeles Roman Catholic Church, Philippines. They were blessed

with three children, Cheryl Salyer, Suzanne Gagnon and Mark Baker. They also have seven grandchildren. After the celebration, their children and grandkids will join them for a seven day cruise to the Caribbean Islands, via Carnival Cruise Ship (Magic). Bob and Buena enjoyed travelling almost every year after their retirement. They travel via Carnival and Royal Caribbean Cruise lines. After 16 cruises, they have visited all the Caribbean Islands as well as Europe and Hawaii.

UNION CITY – The Evangelical UMC of Union City and Rich Edwards, Edwards Auctioneering Service has partnered to raise funds for missions. The Union City Evangelical UMC is hosting a Quarter Auction in support of the church’s short term missions trip to Guatemala in June. The auction will be held in the fellowship hall 117 Franklin St. on April 30, 4 p.m. Many items have been donated for the event to include entertainment gift cards and certiﬁcates, baseball tickets, new children’s toys, tools, handmade dolls and décor, and much more. Several local vendors will be present for direct sales. Bid numbers are $5 and food concession will be available. For more information, contact 467-9714.

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No ice cream social in April LAURA – Laura Christian Church regretfully announces that its late April ice cream social will not be held this year. It is unknown at this time when the next social (typically in August) might be held; however, an announcement will be made at the appropriate time. Meanwhile, Laura Christian wishes to thank all those

who attend their ice cream socials and enjoy the great food, fellowship, and tasty ice cream. Proceeds from the many ice cream socials have enabled the church to modify its building to include an elevator, making it totally handicapped accessible; as well as assist those in need within the community.

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Proclaiming National Day of Prayer GREENVILLE – The 65th annual National Day of Prayer will be held on May 5 with a local observance to be held from noon to 12:45 p.m. outside the Greenville City Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville. With the theme Wake Up America, this event is sponsored by the Greater Greenville Ministerial Association in cooperation with the city of Greenville’s Mayor’s Ofﬁce. The program will include a Color Guard from American Legion Post 140 and music by the Simple Gifts Quartet.

A number of local individuals will be offering prayers during the event including Mayor Mike Bowers, WDTN Anchorman John Seibel, Judge Jonathan Hein and Dental Operations Planner Amy Denlinger from Midmark Corporation. For more information, Minister Jim Morehouse may be contact at 547-1557 or visit www.NationalDayofPrayer.org. In case of inclement weather the event will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 201 S. Broadway, Greenville.

ARCANUM – The children of Joan (Bechtol) Carter invite family and friends for a 90th birthday celebration honoring their mother. There will be an open house May 7, 2-4 p.m., at the Arcanum Historical Building, George St. Cards can be sent to 10 Park Drive, Arcanum. No gifts please.

GREENVILLE – Revival services will be held at Greenville Wesleyan Holiness Church, April 26-May 1. Rev. and Mrs. William Tillis will be evangelist and singers. Service times will be 7 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 201 Hall St. Pastor Rodney Robbins and congregation invite everyone to attend.

Game night at local church GREENVILLE – The First Congregational Church, 115 W. Fifth St., Greenville, will be holding Game-A-Palooza 2016 on April 29, 7-9 p.m. The Community Family Game Night will be fun for all ages. Come and enjoy fun, fellowship and snacks. Bring your family and meet new friends.

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Takinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Care of Businessâ&#x20AC;? was blaring over the Lady Wave Stadium PA following a 10-2 win over Piqua Lady Indians with Wave senior Allison Minnich going the distance on the mound for the win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have to lineup and keep getting better,â&#x20AC;? said Newland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The season is a grind. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a roller coaster and there are going to be emotional highs and lows. You just have to roll with the punches and just keep grinding and getting better.â&#x20AC;? Karsyn Shaffer batting in the Wave leadoff spot legged out an inďŹ eld bunt single and got in scoring position with a steal of second. Cassie Cromwell drove a RBI single to center and took second on the throw home followed by a third strike dropped ball moving Cromwell to third with one down. Alli Hill collected a RBI with a groundout to short giving Greenville a 2-0 lead after one. The score stood at 2-0 through three innings of play with the visitors plating two runs in the top of the fourth for a 2-2 score. The Wave took the lead back in the bottom of the fourth with Cromwellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s triple to the fence being the big hit of the inning to lead 4-2. Piqua would go down 1-2-3 in the top of the ďŹ fth with a liner to Kester at short, a grounder back to Minnich and a Minnich strikeout. Greenville put the game out of reach in the bottom

of the sixth inning plating six runs. Lady Wave Stadium known for its deep outďŹ eld fences had only seen ďŹ ve out-of-the-park Wave home runs since opening in 2009. Kester upped that number to six drilling a two run homer two feet inside the leftďŹ eld foul pole giving the Lady Wave a 6-2 lead win no outs in the inning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the sixth the whole darn stands is yelling at me to bunt the ballâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;why isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t he bunting, why isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t he bunting,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; and the senior steps up and jacks one over the fence,â&#x20AC;? chuckled Newland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been many,â&#x20AC;? Newland said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just knew it was goneâ&#x20AC;Śjust a shot. It was hooking and Mr. Minnich is standing out there like heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s catching a ďŹ eld goal.â&#x20AC;? Senior Jazzlyn Petry knocked a single down the leftďŹ eld line, Sydney Grote drove a deep misplayed ďŹ&#x201A;y ball to center for a two base error. Shaffer reach by way of a hit batsman setting up a Cromwell two run double to left upping the Wave lead to 8-2 with Hill coming to the plate grounding to short with a wild throw to ďŹ rst plating two Wave runs pushing the Wave lead to 10-2. Back-to-back groundouts to Makayla Hanes at third and a ďŹ&#x201A;y ball to Cromwell in center gave Greenville a 10-2 GWOC win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tonight Minnich threw a great ballgameâ&#x20AC;Ś three hits,â&#x20AC;? Newland said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hanes made eight or nine great plays at third, Kester made two or three great plays and one tremendous diving catch.â&#x20AC;?

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Greenville used a complete game from senior Tyler Netzley to defeat the Piqua Indians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got to give it to Tyler Netzley tonight,â&#x20AC;? said Greenville Coach Eric Blumenstock. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Multiple innings he came outâ&#x20AC;Ś ďŹ rst two guys got on base and he just shut them downâ&#x20AC;Śshut them down big time.â&#x20AC;? The Indians were looking to go 5-0 in the GWOC North but it was Greenville playing the role of spoiler getting the win by a 4-2 score. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got some timely hits,â&#x20AC;? said Blumenstock. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re starting to swing the bat well, hitting it hard.â&#x20AC;? Piqua took advantage of the Waveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lone error of the night to plate two run in the top of the second while keeping the Wave hitless through two complete innings of play. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We made one error,â&#x20AC;? Blumenstock said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Basically gave up two runs on it before it was all

Tanner Ross gets the out at third for the Wave in win over Piqua (Gaylen Blosser Photo)

with a lot of power.â&#x20AC;? A one-out Shields single put runners on ďŹ rst and third with Coach Blumenstock inserting Trae Wood to pinch-run at ďŹ rst. Brayden York delivered an RBI single to right knotting the score at 2-2 with one down. Minnich dropped a sacriďŹ ce bunt moving the runners over setting the stage for a two-out RBI single off the bat of Landon Eldridge to pick up his second hit and second RBI of the night giving the Wave a 3-2 lead. Greenville added a fourth ďŹ fth-inning run

taking advantage of a Logan Eldridge lead-off single. A Piqua error and a walk had the bases loaded with York hitting a grounder to second with Logan Eldridge beating the tag at home giving the Wave 4-2 advantage that would stand for the ďŹ nal score. Piqua would go down in order in the top of the sixth with a groundout to Ross at third and back-to-back Netzley strikeouts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got another GWOC North win,â&#x20AC;? said Blumenstock. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are starting to round into form just when we needed to.â&#x20AC;?

Lady Waveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kester commits to Findlay University softball BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; LWSB senior Ashton Kester committed to play softball for the University of Findlay Lady Oilers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great,â&#x20AC;? Kester said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always been a passion of mine, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always been a goal to go on and play softball in college. Now that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve achieved that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great feeling.â&#x20AC;? Kester, the daughter of Rob and Mary Kester plans to take her softball skills to the next level while pursuing a study of pre-veterinary science with a goal of becoming a veterinarian. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to do pre-vet science,â&#x20AC;? Kester said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have barns that you can work with the animals and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really what pulled me into the school.â&#x20AC;? The 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;9â&#x20AC;? Kester is a four year starter for the Lady Wave at shortstop. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just a tough nutâ&#x20AC;Ś plays the game hard,â&#x20AC;? said

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Greenville Coach Jerrod Newland. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not many kids come in and are tough enough and smart enough to play four years of shortstop for us at the level we play at.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s come in and played every game for four years at short, an All-League player and just does it the right way.â&#x20AC;? Findlay, an NCAA Division II softball program is currently riding a 26-15 season record and stands at 12-7 in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). â&#x20AC;&#x153;So far they have done very well this year,â&#x20AC;? Kester said of Findlay. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The team is coming together very well and that is what I like about them.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;If they need to they can move me around because Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very versatile,â&#x20AC;? Kester said of where she may ďŹ t in at Findlay. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The only place I really canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do is pitch, but other than that if I need to be moved around I will go wherever they need me.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;She has an awesome opportunity to go to a program led by Coach Lowe and will be able to compete very, very quickly for playing time with the Oilers,â&#x20AC;? Newland said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She will bring a great skill set to the team, and I expect her to be ready to go and help Coach Lowe continue their winning waysâ&#x20AC;Śto put them

Waveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ashton Kester (center front) commits to Findlay University (Gaylen Blosser Photo)

on the softball map.â&#x20AC;? Kester took time to thanks those that were inďŹ&#x201A;uential in her Greenville softball career. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My parents and all my coaches,â&#x20AC;? said Kester. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Coach Newland especially. He helped me a lot with talking to the coaches and my parents for supporting me through the years.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ashton has all ďŹ ve

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Versailles’ Monnin commits to play basketball at Edison BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

Senior Kayla Hill crushes the ﬁrst over-the-fence homerun on the new Union City High School softball ﬁeld Tuesday. See exclusive game photos at bluebagmedia.com/photos. (Clinton Randall photo)

Big hits equal big win for Lady Indians softball BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – In the first two games on their new field, the Lady Indians have looked like a new softball team. After beating their conference rival Winchester Monday, big batting by several Union City seniors helped give the team a 17-3 run-rule in the fifth inning over the visiting Liberty Christian Tuesday afternoon. The Lady Indians recorded 12 hits in the game, including the first homerun over the fence by Kayla Hill, a second dinger by Hannah Lambdin and an inside the park homer by Madeline Adams. Adams also recorded a triple in the game, in addition to junior Kelsey Zimmers going three-of-

three with six stolen bases to lead the team. “I couldn’t be more proud of the way they girls played today,” said UC Head Coach Michael Dean. “We have had a delay in getting on the ﬁeld early in the season and it showed in how we were playing. Now we are on our new ﬁeld and the girls are getting along tremendously as a team… Now that we are in our groove, I think we are gonna surprise some teams!” Senior pitcher Kali Miller got her second win of the season, with junior Peyton Dean coming in for the save. The Lady Indians advanced to (2-4) with the wins – as they head back into conference play this week.

VERSAILLES – Versailles senior Lauren Monnin has committee to play basketball for Edison Community College in a Tuesday morning signing at the Versailles Tigers High School gymnasium. “It’s a little college and it’s close to home,” Monnin said of her choice to study and play basketball for the Edison Lady Chargers. “I know a lot of girls that will be playing with me and I have played with them before. “I’m excited to get back on the court especially after a long break.” “A great ﬁnd for us,” said Edison girls basketball Coach Tim McMahon. “I think she’s a great kid, a great athlete. I watched her play earlier this year and she probably had 26 points, about 10 rebounds and I was sold the ﬁrst time I saw her.” The daughter of Jodie Bohman and Dan Monnin plans to continue her education with studies in

business while taking her basketball skills to the next level. “We lost a lot of scorers the last couple of years,” said Versailles varsity girls basketball Coach Jacki Stonebraker. “For her to step into the role that she played this year and be that scoring threat, be that leading scorer on our team, great rebounder for us…” “She’s only 5’8” and she could jump over a 6’4” girls and score at will,” added Stonebraker. “Just that perseverance and never say die attitude is what is going to take her to the next level.” Monnin was named ﬁrst team All-Midwest Athletic Conference (MAC) for the 2015-16 girls basketball season playing for the Lady Tigers. “The MAC is a very strong program,” said Monnin. “There is always tough teams in it, so I think that would really be to my advantage in college.” Coach McMahon sees Monnin used outside more at Edison after a strong season in the post for the Lady

Versailles’ Lauren Monnin Commits to Edison (Front Row L-R) Jodie Bohman (mother), Lauren Monnin, Dan Monnin (father), (Back Row L-R) Versailles Athletic Director Doug Giere, Edison Women’s Basketball Coach Tim McMahon, Versailles Girls Basketball Coach Jacki Stonebraker (Gaylen Blosser Photo)

Tigers. “I think we’re going to have to work on her outside game a little bit because she is going to have to play outside a little bit more but defensively she can play against anybody,” said McMahon. “She is strong, she is quick…she’ll ﬁt in just ﬁne.” “When you’re athletic and strong you have a chance even in the post,” added McMahon, “so she can play in the post, but

mostly she’s going to become a three or four for us. She is going to be great for our program.” Monnin may look to continue her basketball career after her time at the two years Piqua school. “After Edison I hope to go to another nearby college,” Monnin said. “Jacki (Stonebraker) mentioned some teams that were interested. If I’m still enjoying it in two years I might do that.”

Brewer’s two homers lead Lady Roaders to win over Tri-Village BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

NEW MADISON – The Tri-Village Lady Patriots used three Amanda Brewer hits including two home runs while collecting six RBIs to defeat the Bradford Lady Railroaders 10-3 in a Tuesday night game. “We had one player stand out and it’s probably the best I’ve seen her play since she’s been little… that’s Amanda Brewer,” said Bradford Coach Shon Schaffer. “Had two home runs, played awesome de-

fensively. That’s probably what stands out the most. She really shut down all their ground balls and caught a line drive…just played really nice.” Brewer knocked her ﬁrst homer of the night, a three run shot in the top of the ﬁrst setting the tone for the night with the visitors taking an early 3-0 lead. The Lady Patriots put two second inning runs on the board but it was Bradford adding two runs in each of the third and fourth inning while plating three in the sixth to lead 10-2.

“We’re improving every game,” said Tri-Village Coach Tracy Barhorst. “We had runners on all night and we were making plays. We are a very much improved team.” The Tri-Village girls made it a 10-3 ﬁnal score with a run in the bottom of the sixth. Tori Smith threw a 10 strikeout complete game for Bradford while giving

up one walk. “I asked the scorekeeper in the bottom of that seventh how many pitches she was at and she was at 110 which was good,” said Schaffer. “That’s exactly where we want to be at this time of year…to get up in the 100s and have her get into some tight spots, which she did. She worked herself out of it so it was a good outing for her.”

Austin Gibboney is joined by family members, coach and athletic director as he signs his commitment to Tiffin University. UC junior Tyler Thornhill dives back to ﬁrst in Tuesday’s win over Mississinawa Valley. See exclusive game photos at bluebagmedia.com/ photos. (Clinton Randall photo)

Indians take cross-town rivalry game over Hawks BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – Coming off two conference losses, the Union City Indians baseball team needed things to turn around as they hosted their stateline rivals from Mississinawa Valley Tuesday afternoon. The Blackhawks took the lead 4-1 after a big third inning at the plate. The bats then came to life for the Indians, outscoring MV 8-1 in their next three at-bats to take a 9-5 victory. “It seems like when we have a bad inning the other team puts up a big crooked number that makes us have to ﬁght back from,” UC Head Coach Bill Bradbury stated. “Fortunately our bats came to life and we were able to overcome that early deﬁcit this time.” UC sophomore Trevor Spence got the win for the Indians, while senior Bailey Hughes came in for relief in

the 7th inning to secure the save. “I think we hit the ball well today, but they just made some good defensive plays and kept us from scoring more,” said MV Coach Max Guillozet. “Being a non-conference game I think this helped us ﬁne tune some things and get us better prepared for our CCC games.” The (2-3) Indians and (6-6) Blackhawks head back into conference play this week. GREENVILLE EAGLES EVENTS

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Gibboney to continue track career at Tifﬁn BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

ARCANUM – After an incredible track career at Arcanum High School, Austin Gibboney is planning continue on at the next level. Gibboney will be trading in his orange and black uniform for one of green and white when he steps on the Tifﬁn University campus. The decision was an easy one for Gibboney. “I ran a lot with the guys on the team during AAU and they are as serious about it as I am,” he said. Although Tifﬁn is a division two team, he will still be competing against a lot of division one

athletes. The team competes in some of the country’s biggest track meets, including SEC meets. Gibboney has been an outstanding 300M hurdler in high school, but will be running the 400M hurdles in college. He also expects to earn a position on the 4x400M relay team. He will be studying political science and pre-law at Tifﬁn. “I want to be a politician,” he said. Gibboney was joined at the signing by his parents, Theo and Abby Whitaker and Bill and Cathy Gibboney, and his grandparents, Lonnie and Tina Printz and Mary Beth and David Printz.

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Camp is same, but name has changed MARIA STEIN – New in 2016, to align with State of the Heart’s rebranding and expansion, Camp BEARable is now Camp Encourage. Camp will still include all the great services and activities you have come to know and love, just with a new name. The nonproﬁt agency’s annual Camp Encourage will be held July 15-17 at the Spiritual Center at Maria Stein. The weekend camp is free and is open to any youth, ages six to 15, which is experiencing grief after the loss of a loved one. There need be no association with hospice care. This year marks the 16th year for the camp, and over 650 youth have attended over the years. Ashlee Carder, a Certiﬁed Music Therapist and Bereavement Specialist for State of the Heart will once again be the camp director. An important part of the camp experience is

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GHS Class of 1955 GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Class of 1955 will hold its monthly luncheon at noon on April 28, at the Brethren Retirement Community in the private dining room. They will go to the cafeteria and then back to the dining room. For more information, contact Georgianna at 548-2456.

Arcanum Prom king and queen candidates include (back row) Conner Pohl, Austin Baker, Hayden Westfall, Nate Kubik, Cody Meeks, Hunter Saunders, Zach Norris, (front row) Elizabeth Riley, Emily Miller, Haleigh Shaffer, Abbie Bruns, Holly Grosch, and Alexis Kreusch.

Arcanum ready for 2016 Prom ARCANUM – Arcanum’s Prom will be held at The Fort Piqua Plaza on April 30, 8-11:30 p.m. Students are required to arrive by 9 p.m. Prom Court will be announced at 9:20 p.m. Family and friends of students on

Prom Court are invited to attend the ceremony and are cordially asked to leave after the event concludes. After Prom will be held at Jumpy’s in Troy from 11:30 p.m.-2 a.m. Students need to arrive by 12:15 p.m.

GREENVILLE – Greenville’s newest restaurant The Merchant House, with help from RASCALS (a Dayton based Comedy promotion company), is bringing professional standup comics from around the tri-state to Darke County. On April 30, doors will open at 9:30 p.m. and the show will begin at 10 p.m. Come to 406 Broadway and enjoy a night of laughter, great food and drink. For only $5 presale and $8 at the door you will see ﬁve great comedians do their thing. Bring-

ing top-notch entertain to Darke County, the Merchant House is launching this monthly showcase to be held on the last Saturday of each month. The April 30 lineup includes Jessica Graue, voted 2015 Dayton’s Funniest Comedian and writer of the highly popular Dayton comedy blog Riot Girl; Joe Robinette, a relative new comer to the Dayton scene but has quickly made a name for himself as proliﬁc writer and a great performer; Tyler Stewart, a surreal and

There will be inﬂatables, video games, and laser tag along with pizza and snacks. The cost for entry is $7 per person and $12 for a couple. Tickets can be purchased during lunch and after school in the high school ofﬁce.

Comedy comes to The Merchant House hilarious story teller, Tyler performs all over the state and is a crowd favorite in his hometown of Chillicothe; and Lori Graves, a professional touring comic who has performed all over the country. The event is hosted by Luke Capasso. He is a Greenville native and has been performing comedy around the world for the past six years. His credits include the BBC, UKs ITV and MTV. Presale tickets can be purchased at the Merchant House during regular business hours.

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vegetable selection includes Better Boy, Big Boy, Big Beef, Early Girl, Patio and Roma tomatoes; Jalapeño (Hot) and sweet Better Belle peppers. Specialty plants and new varieties available are Ipomoea (Sweet Potato Vine)blackie and margarite, Dusty Millers, Mosquito plant citronella, Hedera Helix, and bacopa. Hanging baskets and ﬂats are also available. Have a

Don’t Waste Your Garden Workshop GREENVILLE – Have you noticed that in some growing seasons your garden produces too much food; making it nearly impossible for you to consume it all while it’s still fresh? Has this ever happened to you? Have you left fruits and vegetables to rot in your garden because you cannot eat any more? If you have answered yes to any of these questions, then this workshop is for you. Our goal with the “Don’t Waste Your Garden” workshop is to help you learn how to preserve your food through freezing, instead of the traditional canning method. They also want to share with you how to regrow items in your garden. And ﬁnally, your garden’s soil has many things it would like to tell you, are you listening? Learn about soil sampling and the important role it plays in the production of your garden. Attendees will be able to sample their garden at a

reduced-rate through Darke SWCD, if interested. Join them for this free workshop on April 28, 2016 at the OSU Extension conference room located at 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville, from 6:30-8 p.m. If you are interested in attending the “Don’t Waste Your Garden” workshop, call the Darke SWCD ofﬁce at 548-1715, extension 3 to register. You can also visit www.darkeswcd.com and register online. Space is limited; register now.

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GREENVILLE – The Wayne Hospital Auxiliary will hold its 2016 Spring Masquerade Jewelry Sale beginning May 4. The event will be held around the clock beginning at 10 p.m. May 4 and continuing until May 6 at 2 p.m. Everything is $5. The sale will be held in the Wayne HealthCare lobby.

hanging basket(s) or floral arrangement? Bring it in and they will fill it with their flowers. They are open Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon; closed on Sunday. They are located behind Greenville High School, 100 Green Wave Way, Greenville, or just follow the signs! For more information, call 548-4188 ext. 844.

2nd Saturday Market opens UNION CITY, Ind. – The 2nd Saturday Market will begin on May 14 and continue until Oct. 8. The market will be held on North Columbia St., Union City, Ind. beginning at 9 a.m. Customers will ﬁnd produce, food, handmade items and gift items. For more information or to participate, call (765) 964-4451 or email ucchristianbookstore@yahoo.com.

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VERSAILLES – The annual Springfest Plant Sale will be held April 30, at the old ﬁrehouse in Versailles on South Center Street. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and will feature perennials, annuals, baskets, plants, bulbs and seeds. This event is sponsored by Versailles Garden Club and proceeds help maintain community projects and provide a scholarship to a Versailles High School student.

GREENVILLE – The ofﬁcers and members of Wildﬂower Garden Club invite the public to their annual plant sale on May 7, 9-11 a.m. The sale will be held at 5094 SR 49 S., Greenville. Be sure to look for the sign about the sale at this location in the near future. The club members are offering annuals, perennials, scented geraniums, bulbs, tomatoes and many more garden vegetables. Prices start at 50 cents. They will also have worm castings in 20lb bags available. The proceeds from this annual sale help defray the expenses of their civic projects around Greenville. They plant and maintain gardens

Shown are Judy Burns, treasurer; Barb Rhoades, past president; and Brenda Grant, past president and plant sale chair.

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Smart watering saves water and money Summer heat can be harmful in various ways. People and pets can quickly succumb to the summer sun, which can cause sunburn, heat exhaustion and heat stroke when people and their animals spend too much time outdoors without adequate protection. Landscapes are also vulnerable to summer heat, which can quickly spoil the most lush lawns and robust gardens. Effective watering can help lawns and gardens withstand summer heat, but improper watering can deprive landscapes of the water they need to survive. Homeowners concerned about their lawns and gardens surviving the summer can take the following approach to conserve water, save money and maintain their landscapes. Start early. Homeowners may feel that the hottest times of the day are when lawns and gardens will be most in need of water, so that’s the best time to set sprinklers or grab the hose and get to work. But in many areas, watering between the hours of 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., when summer temperatures tend to peak, can be both wasteful and ineffective. That’s because watering between those hours will cause much of the water to quickly evaporate, robbing lawns and

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ofďŹ ce manager as well as Furlongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sister. Matt started out mowing and providing lawn care. Today, he manages the mowing and lawn cre ws. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are triple the size we were then,â&#x20AC;? Netzley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Today we run three crews, with three employees per crew.â&#x20AC;? One mowing/lawn crew manages the substation work (for example DP&L), one crew works Darke County and Montgomery County customers and one crew works Richmond and Preble County customers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I still like mowing and like seeing the ďŹ nished product,â&#x20AC;? Netzley said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done every job here.â&#x20AC;? Working at Fitzwater also is a family tradition for equipment and shop manager Doug Lee. Leeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dad, John worked as a tree trimmer, joining Fitzwater in 1956. And today, Dougâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son Austin, 23, works as a tree trimmer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re busy year round,â&#x20AC;? Doug said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no slack time.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone in the business from the tree climbers trimming your trees to the person answering the phone has a vested interest in giving you a prompt, courteous, high-quality service,â&#x20AC;? Furlong said. Fitzwater maintains an established line-clearing crew with employees who are EHAP (Electrical Hazards Awareness Program) certiďŹ ed and serves the largest utility company in the Miami Valley, covering 14 counties as well as regional utility companies and many surrounding municipalities. Jay Adams has been employed by Fitzwater for seven years and runs the safety operations and training. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The company shuts down for one day to review the past year, take CPR training and hear experts who come in to discuss workplace and equipment safety,â&#x20AC;? Adams explained. Employees also get periodic refresher courses on workplace and equipment safety, as well as weekly safety brieďŹ ngs and the company undergoes periodic audits. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everything we do thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safety related has to

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The company is a major contributor of the Darke County Fair, donated a water rock and memorial plaque for the Veterans Memorial, donated a tree to State of the Heart Hospice, supports the Darke County Horsemen. the Kiwanis Pancake day, and Youth For Christ. among others. Fitzwater also is licensed and certiďŹ ed in the state of Ohio and are members of the following organizations: Better Business Bureau (A+ rating), Ohio Lawn Care Association, International Society of Arboriculture, Tree Care Industry Association, National Association of Arborists, National Federation of Independent Business, Professional Grounds Management Society, Ohio Nursery Landscape Association, and Snow and Ice Management Association. In 2015, Furlong purchased a building at 1135 E. Main St., in Eaton and opened a garden center. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have had hundreds of customers from the Preble County area that we have serviced over the years,â&#x20AC;? Furlong said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We were welcomed by the Eaton and Preble County community as we opened our Eaton location and garden center. This has been very successful and we thank the community for that.â&#x20AC;? Those wishing to seek employment with Fitzwater Tree and Lawn Care may apply online through www.fitzwatertreeandlawncare.com. Or stop by one of the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s locations. Full-time, yearround work is available in all areas and includes full beneďŹ ts.

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Greenscaping for a healthy lawn Lawn and garden enthusiasts are often on the lookout for new trends that can make their lawns and gardens healthier and more robust. One trend that has gained considerable popularity in recent years is the move toward greenscaping, a set of landscaping practices that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says can improve the health and appearance of lawns and gardens while protecting and preserving the planet’s natural resources. Why greenscape? While the opportunity to protect and preserve natural resources is reason enough for many lawn and garden enthusiasts to embrace greenscaping, there are additional beneﬁts to turning a landscape into a greenscape. Greenscaping promotes the planting of native plants, which are already accustomed to local climates and therefore do not require as much time and effort to care for than non-native plants. Non-native plants may struggle to adapt to foreign climates, requiring homeowners to water them more frequently than native plants. And homeowners who plant nonnative plants can expect to spend money to ensure they survive. So non-native plants can waste water and also cost homeowners time and money. How can I greenscape? Planting native plants is just one element of greenscaping. The following are a handful of additional ways men and women with green thumbs can turn their properties into healthy greenscapes. Build and maintain healthy soil. The EPA notes that a single teaspoon of healthy soil contains roughly four billion organisms. These organisms help create a loose soil structure that promotes strong, healthy roots. In addition, healthy soil recycles nutri-

ents for plants while protecting them from certain pests and diseases. One way to create healthy soil is to conduct a soil test to determine if it has any nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium or lime deficiencies. Another way to build healthy soil is to add compost when mixing top soil for new garden beds or plants. Among its many benefits, compost can help soil retain nutrients and water. Water effectively. Lawns and gardens need water to thrive, but overwatering can be just as harmful to lawns as drought. Make a list of the types of plants (including the types of grass) in your yard, and then do your homework to determine how much water each plant needs. The EPA notes that vegetables and other annuals should be watered at the first sign of wilting, while perennials typically only need water if they are still sagging when temperatures cool in the evening. Trees and shrubs with fully established roots usually do not require any watering, though they might need some in years that are especially dry. Avoid watering in mid-day, when summertime temperatures are typically at their hottest and water is likely to evaporate. In addition, watering in the evening may encourage the growth of mold or disease, so water in the early morning. Practice grasscycling. When mowing the grass, leave clippings on the lawn (though not in large piles dumped from buckets attached to the mower). It’s a misconception that grass clippings contribute to the buildup of thatch that blocks water from getting to the soil. In fact, when clippings are left on the lawn, the soil recycles the clippings into fertilizer. Learn more about greenscaping by visiting the EPA at www.epa.gov.

Upon reaching retirement age, new retirees may face decisions regarding their living arrangements. Some seniors may opt to stay put, while others may want to downsize their homes to save money and relieve themselves of the burdens of maintaining larger homes. But those are not the only situations seniors find themselves in. Some seniors realize they can no longer care for themselves without assistance. In such instances, seniors may opt for assisted living facilities or choose to move in with a relative, such as a grown son or daughter. While assisted living facilities are designed to meet the needs of the elderly, young men and women welcoming seniors into their homes may need to take on some home improvement projects to ensure their homes are as safe as possible for elderly residents. Convert a room on the first floor into a bedroom. While this may not apply to all seniors, some men and women struggle with stairs as they age, and that can make it difficult for them to fully participate in a household. Homeowners with an extra room to spare can convert a room on the first floor of their homes into a bedroom so seniors won’t have to climb up and down stairs throughout the day. That ease of accessibility to the primary floor of the house encourages seniors to be active participants in a household. If possible, choose an area that is close to a first-floor bathroom. Take steps to make bathrooms safer. The National Institute on Aging says that more than one in three seniors over age 65 fall each year, and

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80 percent of those falls take place in the bathroom. Slippery tile ﬂoors can make it difﬁcult for seniors to navigate bathrooms safely, and bathtubs and shower stalls present additional challenges. Install grab bars on bathroom walls and next to toilets to provide support. In addition, consider installing a shower chair or bench and removable shower nozzle in the shower or tub so seniors can sit down while they bathe and rinse without having to stand up on slippery surfaces. Make sure any mats around bathtubs and sinks are nonskid to reduce the risk of falls even further. Install an extra phone line or two. While kids and adults between the ages of 18 and 50 may never use the landlines in their homes, many seniors still rely on traditional telephones as their primary means of communicating with the outside world. Install extra landlines in your home, including in seniors’ bedrooms, so they can more readily access the phone should they fall and need to call for emergency help. Phones in seniors’ bedrooms may also provide some additional privacy to seniors who don’t want to carry on phone conversations in busy areas of the home, such as the kitchen or living room. Such lines may also reduce feelings of isolation. Prioritize accessibility when storing items. When

Grab bars and shower benches can make bathrooms much safer for seniors.

storing groceries, books, magazines, or other items seniors are likely to use, choose locations that are accessible to seniors. Avoid storing items on the top shelf of pantries, bookcases or entertainment centers, as seniors with limited mobility may not be able to reach them.

Many seniors move in with their adult children to make their golden years safer and more enjoyable and manageable. Such a change in living arrangements may necessitate some changes on the part of homeowners so they can ensure their homes are safe for seniors.

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SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 2016

Auto students’ next stop State Skills USA SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Darke County nominees for Teacher of the Year, front row from left to right are Jodi Humphries, Diane Gray, Sharon Barga, and Melinda Thompson. Back row, left to right, Martha Skidmore, Amanda Rieman, Cindy Angle, and Karen Albers. (Susan Hartley photo)

Eight nominees announced for 2016 Teacher of the Year SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Eight teachers from Darke County schools have been nominated and interviewed for the 2016 Teacher of the Year. The winner will be announced May 17 at the Darke County Retired Teachers Association banquet. “This event started in 1986,” for Darke County, said Superintendent Mike Gray of the Darke County Educational Service Center (ESC). “Each candidate is nominated by their peers and are representing the districts they serve.” The annual event is sponsored by the county’s retired teachers association, with each candidate being introduced by a retired teacher. Candidates also complete a

15-minute interview. The interview and luncheon, held April 15, was hosted by the ESC at their facility on Education Drive. Nominees for the 2016 Darke County Teacher of the Year are Jodi Humphries, an intervention specialist from Mississinawa Valley; Diane Gray, a 4th grade teacher from Franklin Monroe; Sharon Barga, a kindergarten teacher from Arcanum; Melinda Thompson, a kindergarten teacher from Ansonia, Martha Skidmore, a 6th grade teacher from Tri-Village; Amanda Rieman, a 2nd grade teacher from Greenville; Cindy Angle, a 5th grade teacher from Bradford; and Karen Albers, a 2nd grade teacher from Versailles The DCRTA banquet will be held at 6:30 p.m., May 17, at the First Presbyterian Church in Greenville.

Splash pad and others could split $765,000 DARKE COUNTY – Several Darke County organizations have hope in moving forward with projects they believe will beneﬁt the community. Senator Keith Faber and Representative Jim Buchy recently announced the state’s $2.6 billion capital bill has been introduced and Darke County could see over $700,000 come to the community. In a press release, the local legislators spelled out what these funds will do, “This investment will support the infrastructure priorities of the state and funds needed improvements to community services, school facilities, roads, bridges, waterways and parks.” Organizations hoping the funding will go through without a hitch include the proposed downtown Greenville splash pad, $250,000; Harmon Field renovation project, $250,000; Darke County Historical Society Garst Museum Parking Lot, $150,000; Longtown Clemens Farmstead Museum, $90,000; and the Greenville East Main Street Recovery Center, $25,000. In total, Darke County could receive $765,000. Phillip Pierri, found of YOLO Festival of Races spearheading the splash pad park, was amazed by the announcement, “It’s still sinking in and a little surreal at the moment. The support locally and now at the state level has truly been overwhelming.” He thanked Senator Faber and Representative Buchy for getting this funding approved. “It provides a huge boost to our project and it’s helping to make our dream became a reality. It’s amazing to know we have leaders in this state that truly care

about the communities that are trying to make a difference,” he added. His wife, Jodi Pierrri, was just as excited, “We’re super excited about the grant funding being approved. It gives us a big kick start to the fundraising efforts and closer to being able to bring our vision to reality.” YOLO Festival of Races also learned they have been approved as a 501(C)3 non-profit organization. A few of the other organizations are waiting until final approval by the legislature and governor before commenting. The legislature generally approves a capital budget every two years in order to fund pressing construction and maintenance projects around the state. Ohio’s strong fiscal health makes it possible to take on these projects, and this year’s capital spending plan will support Ohio job creation, grow the state’s economy and add value to our communities and our citizens’ lives. “Because of Ohio’s strong fiscal health, we can make responsible investments in our state and in our communities to improve the quality of life and encourage economic development,” said Faber. “As a Senator representing a more rural community, I was pleased we could provide an overall increase in funding to our smaller communities than in past capital budgets, and it was a privilege to work hand-in-hand with Representative Buchy and local leaders to identify projects most important to our communities.” This bill, Senate Bill 310, is available to view online at www.ohiosenate.gov/legislation.

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GREENVILLE – A yearlong project came to fruition last week when three Greenville Auto Technology students earned ﬁrst place and a trip to state during the regional Tech Prep Showcase competition in the Transportation Cluster. Regional competition was held at Sinclair Community College in Dayton. The next competition State Skills USA - will be April 26 and 27 in Columbus. Students Alyson Hardy, Bryan Flory and Jacob Mann presented “Powering the Future” to judges for the southwest Ohio portion of the regional competition, said instructor Jim Anderson, who also brought home a Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by the Sinclair Collage Tech Prep Consortium. “The competition was a great experience to see and feel how a competition works. And getting ﬁrst place was just a cherry on

top,” said Flory, a senior who currently works with the school’s transportation department. The three students presented their program on the future of alternative fuels in front of two judges, Anderson said, one who happened to be a retired Chrysler corporation employee. “The judges are very critical,” Anderson said. Presentations are judged on academic rigor, content, communication skills and community involvement. The purpose of the project is to build a program that educates people, Anderson explained. Students spent the past year presenting their program to community groups, allowing the general public to test drive their 2012 Chevy Volt and promote the charging stations located outside their school building. “Competition was a great experience to be able to communicate with many people on the alternatives available or will be available to them,” said Hardy, who works at

Three Greenville Auto Tech students are on their way to Columbus to compete in State Skills USA after earning ﬁrst place for their “Powering the Future” presentation on alternative fuels. From left to right are Jacob Mann, Alyson Hardy and Bryan Flory.

Troutwine Auto. “Competition helped me realize how many people are interested in these and how much they don’t know about where their money is going when they buy gasoline.” Hardy, Mann and Flory were selected by community members to work as a team and represent their fellow auto tech students, Anderson said. There are 27 juniors and seniors enrolled in the automotive program at Greenville.

Super Heroes use power to raise funds for St. Jude’s SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE - Helping children and their families in need was the focus of a fundraiser activity this past week at Woodland Primary. On April 18, kindergarten through secondgraders attended assemblies to learn more about St. Jude’s Math-a-Thon – and to receive “Super Powers,” which they were to use to obtain pledges and complete a gradeappropriate math workbook. Assistant Principal Jennifer Statzer greeted students attending the end-of-the school day assembly, telling them “I’ve got the most exciting news…how many of you ever wanted to be a Super Hero. Raise your hand.” All hands went up as Statzer went on to explain how the school would

be participating in the fundraiser with a goal of $2,000 to go to St. Jude’s Research Hospitals. “You get to be a math maniac,” she told students. “You get to help boys and girls your age all over the country. You can make a whole world of difference for patients at St. Jude’s.” Families with children receiving medical care at St. Jude Hospital are not asked to pay for services. St. Jude also provides accommodations for families during their child’s stay in the hospital, as well as other services. Woodland student showed eagerness to be part of the project, which included taking home a packet for parents to read as well as a short math workbook, with problems and activities aligned with the state’s math curriculum for grades K-2. A video presentation prompted students on three steps to successfully

Woodland Primary students Kennedy Schoen, 7 and Jack Garber, 6, work on Math-a-Thon problems to help generate pledges for St. Jude’s Research Hospital. (Susan Hartley photo)

complete the fundraiser: get sponsors to pledge, do the math pages and collect the pledges. Prizes also are part of the fundraiser – for students and the participating school. This is the ﬁrst time Woodland Primary has participated in the St. Jude’s Math-a-Thon, Statzer said. “We’ve already re-

ceived some donations from students,” she noted at mid-week. First-grader Kennedy Schoen, 7, said she’d been in the hospital to have a tonsillectomy, so she was going to do the math and help raise donations. “I think it’s important because we need to help these people at St. Jude’s,” she said.

Nine airport tenants to receive letters of termination SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – County commissioners have approved a termination of tenancy letter to be delivered to nine hangar tenants at the Darke County Airport. On April 20, John Cook, county business administrator and Margaret Hayes, county assistant prosecutor, presented commissioners with the letter, which gives the nine tenants until May 31 to respond. In December 2015, all airport tenants were informed they were to sign a lease and provide proof of insurance.

“Of the 24 tenants, nine decided not to sign or provide insurance,” Cook said. “We’ve worked with them over the last three months.” The next step, Cook explained, was to send the letter requesting they “comply or leave.” Hayes explained that since current rental agreements were on a “month-by-month basis” that tenants be given a 30-day notice. “They are welcome to stay, but we are being told we might not be compliant with FAA policy,” Hayes explained. The county purchased the airport in December 2014. In order to comply with FAA policies as well

as the county’s insurance provider, commissioners were instructed to obtain signed leases and insurance proof. “The FAA strongly suggested that we treat all tenants the same,” Cook added. “Eighty-ﬁve percent are complying.” Commissioners agreed with sending the letters. If the nine tenants do not respond by May 31, the next step would be eviction. “You have to do this,” said Commissioner Mike Rhoades. “When you are a landlord – private or business – like Margaret said, we have to abide by the rules.” County commissioners are moving ahead

with the airport expansion, Commissioner Mike Stegall noted. “For several years it has been stagnant up there and now we are ﬁnally moving forward.” Also on April 20, commissioners approved the next phase of road work in the village of Ansonia, awarding Brumbaugh Construction the bid for the East Canal Street reconstruction project. Work should be started in May, with completion in September, when ODOT is set to do the ﬁnal paving. The project also is in conjunction with the state’s Safe Routes to School, with new sidewalks being constructed by that program.

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Anderson has been teaching in Greenville’s auto program for 33 years and has participated in the Sinclair Collage Tech Prep Consortium for 20 years. “We have been very successful in competition and in graduating our seniors,” Anderson said of the auto tech program. If they qualify at State Skills USA, the Greenville students will travel to Louisville, Ky. for national competition in June.

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FM announces 2016 Prom Court PITSBURG – Franklin Monroe High School is pleased to announce its 2016 Prom Court. The Prince/Princess court includes Jade Besecker, Emilia Brown, Bryanna Diceanu, Danielle Nestor, Madison Schaar, Wyatt King, Derek Lusher, Cade McGlinch, Logan Ressler, and Cole Skelton. The King/Queen court includes

Audrey Aslinger, Carrie Baker, Shania Baker, Morgan Bingham, Morgan Booher, Britton Bowlin, Austin Brown, Jared Bundenthal, Zachary Hyre, and Landon Peters. Franklin Monroe’s Prom is April 30, at the Concord Room at the Crystal Room in Troy from 6-11 p.m. This year’s theme is Mardi Gras Masquerade

Ball. The public is invited to view the Masquerade Prom Walk-in from 6-6:30 p.m. The crowning will take place at approximately 8:30 p.m. Parents of the court are invited to attend the crowning and are cordially asked to leave after the ceremony. After Prom will take place at the school from midnight-2 a.m.

Know the rules for open burning GREENVILLE – With spring weather here and with it the opportunity for yard maintenance and outdoor cooking, the Greenville City Fire Department urges you to become familiar with the laws and regulations that govern open burning. Protect yourself, your neighbors, and your wallet by knowing the rules - where and what you can burn. The Ohio Fire Code and EPA have speciﬁc regulations concerning open burning, so it is always wise to understand the restrictions that apply. As it pertains to the city of Greenville, the only legal outdoor ﬁre allowed

without a permit is a recreational fire. A recreational fire is defined as a campfire or cooking fire less than three feet in diameter and two feet tall. The following list or rules as stated in the Ohio Fire Code pertains to the regulations for open burning/recreational fires: * Fire must be attended at all times. * There must be some form of extinguishment present (garden hose, fire extinguisher, etc.) * Burn only clean wood – (it is illegal to burn yard waste and trash or garbage at any time) * Recreational fires, in approved containers, must

be at least 15 feet from any structure. All other recreational fires must be at least 25 feet from any structure. * Fires that are offensive because of smoke or odor emissions are prohibited. All other outdoor fires, including bonfires and ceremonial fires, must have prior written permission from: Regional Air Pollution Control Agency, 451 W. Third St., PO Box 972, Dayton, Ohio 45422; (513) 225-4435. This public safety message brought to you courtesy of the Greenville City Fire Department.

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GREENVILLE – The Ohio Valley Civil War Association not only brings top notch military presentations, but also incorporates the fascinating civilian side as well. Visit them on April 30 and May 1 at Shawnee Prairie Preserve on State Route 502 west of Greenville and step back in time. While many able bodied young men enlisted to fight on both sides of the War Between the States, women were left to keep life running at home, in the shops, and on the farms. Sometimes this even brought them into camp as a nurse, camp follower, or visitor bringing comforts of home. Civilian men also had roles to play in the war effort, like the displaced farmer turned cook for the army or preacher providing comfort to the anxious or grieving families. The civilians of the OVCWA are dedicated men and women who take on first-person personas of real people during the American Civil War. They educate, entertain, and enlighten visitors on a wide variety of topics and issues our ancestors faced. The members portray a full gamut of Civil War civilians: from prostitutes to nuns, farmers to business men, laundresses to telegraphers. The Civil War Civilian is devoted to educating the public about the many roles civilians, especially women, filled during the Civil War. Come discuss the war effort, marvel at visiting ladies’ latest fashions, and, special for this event, Adelicia Acklen of Nashville will be visiting. She’ll regale visitors with stories from her life on a southern plantation. This begs the question: Why is a southern woman in Ohio and with a Union camp no less? Visit Shawnee Prairie

OVCWA ladies demonstrate a wide variety of clothing styles common during the War Between the States.

on April 30 or May 1 to ﬁnd out. Make sure to make time between talking to civilians to observe daily life for a Union soldier, hear the cannon blast, watch men drill, and smell a soldier’s supper simmering. Daily demonstrations at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. will include the 35th Ohio Volunteer Infantry Co. G, 66th Illinois Co. G also known as Birge’s Western Sharpshooters, and 1st Ohio Light Artillery Bat. C. The organization also includes Co. A 1st Battalion 19th US Infantry, US Army Signal Corps, Civil War Civilians, and the 75th OVI Headquarters. The OVCWA has

taught at Manassas, Kennesaw Mountain, Stones River, and Gettysburg National Battleﬁelds. In July 2012 they taught at Shawnee Prairie and in April of 2015 at the Gettysburg hub of the Tecumseh Trail, and Darke County Parks is proud to welcome them back to Shawnee Prairie again. This free, family friendly event has something to interest everyone. For any questions or more information about this exciting and unique event, call the nature center at 548-0165, or send an email to info@darkecountyparks.org.

Angel Paws will be gifting service dog GREENVILLE – Vietnam Veteran, USAF nurse Valerie Le Mieux will be receiving a service dog sponsored by the Greenville VFW 7262. The Post is sponsoring the dog, Lexi, through Angel Paws. Sandra Bohle, founder and director of Angels of Veterans and Angel Paws, will be graduating and gifting Lexi at a graduation ceremony at VFW Post 7262 on April 30, 5 p.m.

The event will also honor Le Mieux as she receives her new best friend. The event is open to the public. Angel Paws is an organization that provides highly trained service dogs to veterans who suffer from the effects if military conﬂict. Their service and companion dogs make a signiﬁcant difference in the lives of veterans who have given so much.

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Versailles Garden Club begins new year

Carts & Parts owners Eugene and Shirley Thomason are shown with last year’s winner, Joyce Husmann, purchasing a ticket from SLHD rafﬂe coordinator, Toni Grifﬁth.

Golf Cart Rafﬂe gets underway in UC UNION CITY – The 2016 State Line Heritage Days Committee is getting an early start on its annual fundraiser to help cover the coast of their free entertainment. Chances to win a 201 EZ-GO Electric RXV Golf Cart with charger can be purchased at the following businesses in Union City – Carts & Parts, Jo’s Corner Florist, Citizens State

Bank and Aukerman’s Tire Service. Tickets are also available at El Carreton in Winchester and will be sold during various events throughout the county. Tickets are $10 and no more than 600 will be sold. The drawing will be held on the Main Stage during the ﬁnal night of the festival, Aug. 6. You do not need to be present to win.

Plans coming together GREENVILLE – The Annie Oakley Festival Committee is working diligently to plan an exciting and free 2016 festival at York Woods. They have a full range of entertainment booked including the highly anticipated Annie Oakley Festival Western Arts Showcase full of knife throwing, whip artistry, and variety show. There will also be musical entertainment throughout the festival. The Darke County Civic Theater will once again be presenting the annual melodrama, and the annual car show will also return. On July 30, the parade through Greenville will take center stage, and July 31 will be family day full of fun, free activities for all ages. To see a full schedule, check out the Annie Oakley Festival website at www. annieoakleyfestival.org. The annual Annie Oakley Festival is one of the oldest festivals in Darke County and continues to provide quality family entertainment for free because of their generous sponsors. Contributions from businesses, organization, and individuals who believe in preserving and promoting the memory of Darke County’s famous daughter, Annie Oakley

make this festival possible. For more information about becoming a sponsor or to contribute contact JoEllenMelling at mellings@ embarqmail.com or send a check to Annie Oakley Festival Committee P.O. Box 129 Greenville, Ohio 45331. The festival committee is still looking for individuals who would like to help plan and produce this event. Contact Melling for more information.

Locals win at Beef Expo

MARYSVILLE – Local junior showmen competed in the showmanship contest at the 2016 Ohio Beef Expo in Columbus. The competition featured ﬁve age divisions with 450 participants. The annual show spotlighted 829 steers and heifers. Champions of the event and showmanship top ten winners from Darke County included: Novice Showmanship: 6. Luke Brinksneader; Intermediate Showmanship: 3. Shelby Manning; and Breeding Heifers: third overall, Champion Crossbred, Shelby Manning and ninth overall, Reserve Champion Simmental, Kiersten Wilcox.

VERSAILLES – As the year begins, let’s remember to think about and plan our garden growing season in a number of ways. You can map out your planting schemes for the existing areas in your yard, and look through catalogs for new plants or get out the list that was made last year and see what you didn’t get then. Maybe you want to expand or ‘remodel’ planting areas or even add new types of garden spots, whether indoors or out. There is an additional way to expand your gardening plans. Join the Versailles Garden Club. They have an active club in the Versailles area and like to work throughout the year to bring in speakers to meetings, attend seminars, host plant sales and holiday decoration sales, work on community beautification projects, sponsor a flower show during Poultry Days, contribute in an activity project at the Versailles Health Care Center by assisting residents in making fresh flower arrangements, recognize citizens within the local school district with Garden of the

Month awards, and sponsor a scholarship for VHS graduates who major in a horticultural major. In 2013, the Versailles Chamber of Commerce awarded the club with the People, Pride and Progress Award for the community projects completed. This year will find the club members bringing in more guest speakers and finding some hidden wonders in the area to visit and investigate to find new information and ideas for better gardens. They will also be striving to give more opportunities to expand learning sessions for natural plantings for home and farm in order to have better results for drought or even just less water requirements all the way to improving the pollinating possibilities for the Versailles area which can help crops, fruits and flowers. The club has experienced recent retirements of members to ‘honorary’ status (after decades of membership) and some members have moved away from the area. They have welcomed some wonderful members in the last few years, but

Join CAP for Picnic in the Park on May 13 GREENVILLE – National Community Action Month in May was created by the Community Action Partnership to reinforce Community Action Agencies’ role helping low-income families achieve economic stability. During National Community Action Month, Community Action Agencies truly make the Promise of Community Action— to help people and change lives—come alive by hosting events that help put a “face” on the families living in poverty and the dedicated individuals who are helping them escape it. Success stories are honored and personal achievements are recognized. Community Action Partnership – Darke County has been serving the local community for more than 40 years and invites everyone to stop in for a “Picnic in the Park” to help them celebrate Community Action Month. This event is scheduled for May 13, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., in the

Greenville City Park, Shelter #4. They are honored to have President & CEO John T. Donnellan serve as the “Master Griller” on hand to share in grilling hot dogs for lunch. So come out to the park, visit with staff and enjoy the picnic lunch. For residents 60 and over, if you need transportation to/from the picnic, call the Transportation Department at 547-9129.

they would like to continue to welcome even more this year. They have some charter members still very active in the club and that indicates membership of over 50 years. Last year there were 10 members who received special awards from the Garden Clubs of Ohio for exemplary standards for

membership of at least 25 years in their club. If you are interested in joining or visiting at one of their monthly meetings, call 526-4798, email stoneywoods@embarqmail.com or visit the Versailles Garden Club Facebook page and leave a message.

10th annual Tour de Donut medal officially unveiled DARKE COUNTY – The 2016 10th annual Tour de Donut medal has been unveiled. Continuing the tradition of legendary medals this medallion graphic is highlighted by the number ten to celebrate a decade of donut inspired racing and is powdered coated with a custom neck ribbon. All of the event riders will receive a medal for finishing the race, with a maximum 2,500 registrations accepted. The Tour de Donut is a unique cycling and donuteating event where participants ride designated courses of varying distance and eat donuts to reduce their finish time. The event is wildly popular with over 2,000 participants from all over the country visiting

Darke County every year to participate. This year’s event will once again start and ﬁnish in Arcanum on Sept. 10. Registration is still open until the 2,500 participant limit is reached at www. thetourdedonut.com.

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Sealed bids shall be received by the Board of Control, c/o Janelle Cross, Municipal Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331, until 10:00 AM, April 28, 2016, for the Leasing Of Certain Municipal Owned Real Estate situated in the northwest corner of the northeast quarter of Section 3, Town 11 North, Range 2 East, and being part of the 1.32 acre tract; also a part of the southeast quarter of Section 34, Town 12 North, Range 2 East containing 13.16 acres m/l; also a right-of way strip of land adjoining the northwest side of the PC & St Louis Railroad being in the southeast quarter of Section 34, Town 12, Range 2 East; also that tract of land in the southeast corner of the southwest quarter of Section 34, Township 12, Range 2 East containing 2 1/2 acres m/l, all of which is located in Greenville Township, Darke County, and within the corporate limits of the City of Greenville, Ohio. (This land is currently used by the Darke County Aero Modelers and is located off of Chestnut Street.) The bids shall be received in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders, Specifications, and Proposal Form, all of which may be obtained from the office of the City Engineer. Authorized by Greenville City Resolution No. 16-26. Curt Garrison Safety/Service Director 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5T In the Court of Common Pleas Darke County, Ohio

JP Morgan Chase, National Association Plaintiff, vs Shane Michael Becraft, et al. Defendants. Case No. 16CV00116 Judge Jonathon P. Hein LEGAL NOTICE

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Shane Michael Becraft, whose last known address is 531 East 4th Street, Greenville, OH 45331, Jane Doe, Name Unknown, the Unknown Spouse of Shane Michael Becraft (if any), whose last known address is 531 East 4th Street, Greenville, OH 45331, will take notice that on February 25, 2016, JP Morgan Chase Bank, National Association ﬁled its Complaint in the Court of Common Pleas, Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 16CV00116. The object of, and demand for relief in, the Complaint is to foreclose the lein of Plaintiff’s mortgage recorded upon the real estate described below and in which Plaintiff alleges that the foregoing defendant has or claims to have an interest: Parcel number(s): F27-2-212-35-01-03-12000 Property address: 531 E. 4th Street, Greenville OH 45331 The defendant named above is required to answer the Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the last publication of this legal notice. This legal notice will be published once a week for three successive weeks. Jacqueline M. Wirtz 4/10, 4/17, 4/24 3T

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CDL DRIVER WANTED. Home nightly. Grain, seed, farm supplies hauling. Spring Farm Work Operator. Call Laux Farm Services 996-3394 New Madison, OH The Darke County YMCA is seeking LIFEGUARDS at their Greenville and Versailles facilities. Daytime availability a plus. Lifeguard certification required. Training available. Apply in person or email troberts@ ymcadarkecounty.org. Responsible & dependable individual needed to deliver Early Birds in the West Manchester area. This is a motor route. Driver’s license, proof of insurance & dependable vehicle required.If you are interested, please contact Becky S. at 937547-0851 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer

HELP WANTED The Darke County YMCA is seeking full- and part-time Child Development teachers at their Versailles Center. Flexible hours available. Experience with children and high school diploma required. Apply in person or email kroberts@ymcadarkecounty.org.

AMISH CREW

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Glick’s Construction, Inc, locally owned & operated construction company with over 20 years in business, looking for reliable, self-motivated, hardworking individuals who are willing to learn & grow with our company. Skills beneficial but not required. Must have valid driver’s license. Call 547-3051

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Jeremy Daniel Toler, whose last known place of residence was 7951 Lake Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46317, and whose place of residence, address and whereabouts are unknown and cannot with reasonable diligence be ascertained, will take notice that Lucas Jason Purdin, filed his Petition for Adoption of Jordan Payton-Daniel Purdin, Case No: 16-5-10, in the Probate Court of Darke County, Ohio, praying that he be permitted by Order of the Court, to adopt as his own child the said Jordan Payton-Daniel Purdin, alleging, among other things in said Petition, that Jeremy Daniel Toler, the natural father, has failed without justifiable cause to communicate with the minor for a period of at least one year immediately preceding the filing of the Adoption Petition or the placement of the minor in the home of the Petitioner. This said Petition will be for determination by the Honorable, Jason Aslinger, Judge of the Probate Court of Darke County, Ohio on Thursday, June 2, 2016, at 9:30 o’clock a.m. SCOTT D. RUDNICK, ESQ. RUDNICK & HOSEK, LTD. Attorney for Petitioner, Lucas Jason Purdin 121 W. Third St. Greenville, OH 45331 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22 6T In the Court of Common Pleas Darke County, Ohio

FirstMerit Bank, N.A., Successor by Merger to Citizens Bank, Successor by Merger to Republic Bank Plaintiff, vs David C. Kirkwood, et al., Defendant Case No. 16CV00093 Judge Jonathan P. Hein LEGAL NOTICE

Defendants, David C. Kirkwood and Beverly J. Kirkwood fka Beverly J. Chambers, whose last known address is 8172 State Route 722, Arcanum, OH 45304 and Lori Kirkwood, whose last known address is 1480 Phoenix Place, Dayton, OH 45420 will take notice that on February 11, 2016, FirstMerit Bank, N.A., Successor by Merger to Citizens Bank, Successor by Merger to Republic Bank, ﬁled its Complaint in Case Number 16CV00093, Darke County, Ohio, alleging that the defendants, David C. Kirkwood, Beverly J. Kirkwood fka Beverly J. Chambers and Lori Kirkwood, have or claim to have an interest in the real estate described below: Premises commonly known as: 8172 State Route 722, Arcanum, OH 45304 Permanent Parcel Number: K39-0-308-25-00-00-30101 The plaintiff further alleges that by reason of default in the payment of the promissory note, according to its tenor, the conditions of a concurrent mortgage deed given to secure the payment of said note and conveying the premises described, have been broken and the same has become absolute. The plaintiff demands that the defendants named above be required to answer and set up their interest in said real estate or be forever barred from asserting the same, for foreclosure or said mortgage, the marshaling of any liens, and the sale of said real estate, and the proceeds of said sale applied to the payment of plaintiff’s claim in the proper order of its priority and for such other and further relief as is just and equitable. The defendants named above are required to answer on or before the 29th day of May, 2016: FirstMerit Bank, N.A., Successor by Merger to Citizens Bank, Successor by Merger to Republic Bank C. Scott Casterline (0073990) Attorney for Plaintiff Carlisle, McNellie, Rini, Kramer & Ulrich Co., L.P.A. 24755 Chagrin Blvd. Suite 200 Cleveland, OH 44122 216-360-7200 Phone 216-360-7210 Facsimilie scasterline@carlisle-law.com 4/17, 4/24, 5/1 3T

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HELP WANTED Now hiring Class A & B CDL Drivers. Pay based hourly or commission of truck. 937968-4195 ext 202

Full or part-time Carpenter. Minimum 2 years experience. 5482307 Self-motivated lead person in construction & property maintenance industry. 937968-4195 x. 202

Concrete Finishers & lead position opportunities available. 937-9684195 x. 205 Responsible & dependable individuals needed to deliver Early Birds in the Versailles, West Manchester & Verona areas. These are walking routes. If you are interested, please contact Becky at 937-547-0851 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer

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â&#x20AC;˘ Are you an experienced Manual Machinist that is self- directed and motivated and takes pride in your work? â&#x20AC;˘ Do you have the ability to read and understand blueprints? â&#x20AC;˘ Do you have at least 5 years of Precision manual machine shop experience? â&#x20AC;˘ Do you enjoy working independently in a fast-paced precision tool and die shop? â&#x20AC;˘ If you answered â&#x20AC;&#x153;YESâ&#x20AC;? to these questions, we have a great opportunity for you! We are looking for an experienced Manual Machinist/ Tool & Die Maker to join our team. We are a growing precision tool and die shop with a 48 year track record of success in Darke County and Western Ohio. If you are qualified and want to apply for this opportunity, please send your cover letter and resume to: General Manager D.A. Fitzgerald Co., Inc. P.O. Box 206 Greenville, OH. 45331 Info@dafitzgerald.com

HELP WANTED The Newest Salon in Greenville, Hairology off Broadway now has an opening for a hairstylist or nail technician. For details call Tiffany at 937-4599186 or Kenda at 937459-5945. WANTED TO BUY BUYING OLD GUITARS, Banjos, Mandolins & Amplifiers. ALSO buying Flutes, Saxophones, Trombones, Trumpets in good condition, Yamaha, Selmer, King, Conn. Bring them to Bach to Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH for an offer. 937-547-1970, email: bachtorock@ earthlink.net

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Full Time Small Engine Mechanic. Two and Four Stroke experience is a must. Computer and customer service experience is a plus. Send resumes to PO Box 422, Greenville, Ohio 45331

WANTED TO BUY Local buyer paying cash for antiques. Arcanum, Greenville, Darke Co & Darke Co Fair items & any other collectibles. No furniture bigger than a washstand. 692-8050

Old Guitars: Fender, Martin, Gretsch, Gibson. Old Rogers drums. 937-621-4813 Cars/Trucks, running or not UP TO $500. Free pick-up. 937-423-2703 or 937-621-5809

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

Dull Homestead Farm in Brookville, Ohio is now accepting applications for summer employment. Applicants must be at least 14 years of age in 2016. For an application and more information, please visit dhidetasseling.com or call Mahala or Jessi at (937)833-3339 ext. 113.

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Joe Shumaker Maintenance, 5 1/2 Years 2016 LeadingAge Ohio STAR Recipient Contact: Linda Kirk, PHR, SHRM-CP HR Coordinator linda.kirk@bhrc.org 750 Chestnut St. Greenville, OH 45331

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Precision Strip Inc., the leading toll processor in the metals industry with twelve locations in six states, is seeking qualified candidates for a full time Senior Accountant position based out of our Headquarters location in Minster, Ohio. Primary responsibilities include preparing periodic financial reports, reconciliations and analysis, cost accounting and assisting with audits and the annual business plan. This position is fulltime with overtime as required. This position will report to the Controller.

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

HORSE BOARDING. Spacious stalls, indoor riding arena. 937.266.2772 TREE SERVICE Trimming, storm damage, removal, clear lots, shaping. 937-547-2161 MOWING, large or small jobs. Also Landscaping, Shrub Trimming, Spraying/Fertilizing, Snow Removal. Reasonable rates. References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for Justin LAWN MOWING & ROLLING, Yard Cleanup, Shrub Trimming, Edging, Mulching, Landscape Maintenance. Free Estimates. Leave message for Gettysburg Outdoor at Lavyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Mart 937-447-3051 Attention Small Businesses: Simplify Your Payroll & Taxes with Paychex! New customers receive one month of payroll processing free! Receive a Free Quote! Call 800-805-0164 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-208-6915 to start your application today! Roofing, new, layovers, repairs & metal. Free Estimates. Other services available. Call Shawn @ EHI, 937423-1896 SPECIAL NOTICES DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. CALL 1-800-895-7416

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LIVESTOCK FOR RENT Brown egg laying pul- 1 bedroom apt in Arlets. 937-526-4541 canum. Range, refrig furnished. No pets. 937FOR RENT 678-5002 Greenville,1 BR upstairs apt. Stove, refrig. 2 BR House for rent. & water included. $400 208 East North St Union deposit. $400 mo. 937- City. $475+deposit. 5481800 564-4126 space. Willow Place Apart- Commercial Great location on Broadments - Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, way in Greenville. 3000 1.5 baths. Call 937- sf. $800/mo. 548-3549 316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity

COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on E Main St, high visibility. For more details 548-5264 Storage for personal & business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor & Lock. 548-1075, 5328 Michelle St

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OPEN HOUSE MAY 1ST! 1-2:30PM 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. 8369 PITSBURG LAURA-ARCANUM Owners have utilized and updated every sq. ft. of this home. 4 BR split plan, 3 full baths, large living room, 20x12 shed, large deck with gazebo. Call for updates and details!

NEW TO THE MARKET! 705 E. 3RD ST-GREENVILLE Turn of the century home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and just under 1800 sq. ft. This home offers a lot of room and many possibilities. 1050 DONALD DR-GREENVILLE 3 bedroom brick ranch on nice corner lot, great location near Greenville City Park. Large living room, family room, partially finished basement, 2 car garage. 1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

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FOR RENT Remodeled 2 BR house in nice area. Garage, covered porch, central air. 1020 Washington Ave, Greenville. $600/ mo. 548-5053

Nice 1 BR 1st floor apt with W/D hookup. No pets or smoking. $420/ mo includes water. 109 Armstrong, Greenville. 548-5053 benanzer. com LEIS REALTY CONGRATULATES

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FOR RENT 3992 St Rt 502, 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1 Car Garage. Cape Cod. $625/ mo plus Deposit 937603-0575

FOR SALE OR RENT: Ideal small house for elderly. Level floor plan. Newly remodeled. All appliances provided. Low utilities. Quiet neighborhood near Greenville park. Smoke & pet free. 548-7339 Greenville, 2 BR half double. No pets. Completely remodeled. $475 deposit, $475/mo. 937-564-4126

NEW LISTING! This 80 seat restaurant has been totally renovated and restructured to utilize the available space in the most efficient manner. Upgrades to building include all replacement windows and doors, all walls, ceilings floors are new or replaced. New bathrooms are handicap accessible, electrical service, wiring, plumbing, ductwork all new. Ceramic tile on floors, all window treatments, new gas furnace, water heater, upgraded central air. Tables, chairs, booths, and stools all in excellent condition. Located in Union City, Indiana. (708219) 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) 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 hookups 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. (706796) 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)

1 BR apt, Versailles. $375 + deposit & electric. No pets. Village Court 937-548-2108 Newer Arcanum apt, 2 BR, 1 bath, 1 car garage. Lawn care, snow removal, appliances included. Call 547-3051 1 BR apt upstairs, Greenville. 937-4678338

FOR RENT 1 BR apt, Castine. $500/mo + deposit, utilities included. No Pets. 937-678-2409

Apt, Greenville. Lovely 2 BR, living rm, dining rm, laundry rm. 2 private patios. No Smoking. No Pets. Water, trash paid. $590/mo. Call 614-205-1209

Open House April 24th 1-2:30 p.m.

287 ST RT 121, New Paris, OH - 3 bedroom 2 bath home in Tri-Village Schools. Home has many updates to include LP gas furnace, gas fireplace logs, tankless LP gas water heater & freshly painted. Stop in for more details.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY, MAY 1ST 1:00-2:30 P.M. 7849 ST RT 571 E., GREENVILLE Cottage style home with a backyard oasis. Vinyl privacy fence, above ground pool, Franklin Monroe School District, very nice kitchen/dining area.

NEW LISTING 204 W. 1ST ST., ARCANUM Just what you have been looking for! Remodeled 2-3 bedroom home with lots of hardwood flooring, tall ceilings, & on a nice sized lot to raise your family. Very nice property. PLENTY OF BUYERS ACTIVELY SEARCH FOR HOMES DURING SPRING TIME SO IF YOU’RE THINKING OF SELLING, GIVE US A CALL AND ONE OF OUR TRUSTED AGENTS WOULD BE MORE THAN HAPPY TO ASSIST YOU.

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COUNTRY LOCATION! 11 acres (approx. 7 tillable acres with balance in trees & pasture). 2-ST vinyl sided home w/3 BR, 2 BA. LRM & FRM. Newer roof, septic. 30x50 barn for garage, workshop. MLS 624042 #4434 CENTURY OLD 2-ST brick home w/4 BRs! LRM has Vermont casting wood burning stove. FRM has wood burning fireplace. Updated KIT w/oak cabinetry, Maytag range. MLS 625470 #4496 MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! 2-ST aluminum sided home w/3 BR. Nice KIT has island bar. LRM & DRM. 2-car detached garage. 60x12 lot. MLS 621307 #4491 PRICE DRASTICALLY REDUCED! Large front porch on this 1 1/2-ST brick home near downtown Greenville. 4 BR, 2 BA. LRM & DRM. 14x6 enclosed back porch. MLS 706047 #4502 NEW LISTING! Brick ranch in Greenville. 3 BR, 2 BA. Large LRM. Most all windows have been replaced. Updated KIT w/breakfast bar (appliances stay). Roof replaced in 2002. Covered patio. Storage barn. MLS 708278 #4507

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3618 SCENIC HEIGHTS in Wayne Lakes has a 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch! Home offers over 1300 sq. ft. of living area, woodburning fireplace; partial laminate flooring; newer garage door. 21x21 barn included! $104,900 ----------------------------------------------------------BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY SETTING for this 3 bedroom 2 bath brick ranch! Jacuzzi tub in master bath, new oak cabinets in kitchen; 2 car attached garage with new doors; 37’x20’ deck. PLUS a 2½ car detached garage! Drive by 6209 Hillgrove-Southern and call for your personal showing! $175,000 16 ACRES BARE GROUND in Section 13 of York Township! $9,000 per acre. IN PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT in north end of Greenville a 2 bedroom ranch home now available! Vaulted-ceilings and corner fireplace in living room; walk-in closet in master bedroom; ALL appliances stay! $112,900 6+ ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! Can be divided! Call Jim for additional information! BRICK RANCH DOUBLE at 4044-4046 US 127! 2 bedrooms each side; 1½ baths; family-room; 1 car-attached garage. Both Occupied. Mid 90’s IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE this 2 bedroom home at 617 Fair Street has 1 car detached garage. Upper 40’s 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! $49,000 DUO IN UNION CITY! Two 3 bedroom ranch homes at 543 and 545 N. Walnut. One for $41,000 or $38,000 or both for $77,500! Excellent return on your investment!

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Greg Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

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2 BR apt in Greenville. Washer/dryer hookup. Garage. $450/mo. 459-0334 2 BR apt., Versailles. Newly remodeled. Range, refrig., W/D hook-up. $500 + deposit, gas & electric. No pets. 554 S. Pearl. 937-548-2108 3 BR, 2 bath downstairs apt. Gettysburg. $600/mo. DP&L Furnished. 937-417-6856 3 one bedroom apartments close to downtown Greenville. $450/ mo, includes water, electric, gas, trash. $450 security deposit. No Pets. 937-4233865 SPACIOUS Nice 2 BR duplex, UC, IN. 1.5 bath. Stove, refrig. W/d hookup. No Pets/ Smoking. $500/mo./ deposit. 937-417-5573 Large 1 Bedroom Apt. W/D Hookup. Walk in closet, newer cabinets, sun-room, private deck, water/ trash included. $425/ mo plus deposit 937603-0575 REAL ESTATE House, 4 br, large living room & kitchen. Large back yard. Close to school. Union City, IN. 937-968-3294 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 EQUIPMENT John Deere 990 with bucket and 189 hours. Rotary Mower & Dirt Lever. $16,500 call 765-584-4940. AUTOMOTIVE 1991 Chevy Cavalier CR-V, 4 door, gray, good condition, runs, $750. 937-260-3674 2004 Ram Crew 4x4 $9995. 2004 Ranger 4x4 $6495. 2004 GMC ext cab 4x4 $10,995. 2005 Rendezvous $5995. 2005 Chevy 2500 Crew diesel $17,995. 2005 Explorer $6495. 2005 F250, 5 speed, 4x4 $10,995. 2006 Colorado Crew 4x4 $9995. 2007 F150 Crew 4x4 $14,495. 2006 Dakota Crew 4x4 $9995. Buy - Sell - Trade! CountryAutoSalesGreenville.com 548-1337 2009 Cadillac CTS Silver 63000 miles. Exc cond.$12,900 OBO. 937-417-6856

RECREATIONAL 2011 Coachmen Freelander. 30ft, all self contained w/central air & heat. Only 8000 miles! Priced to sell. 765-9645158, 765-964-5729

2010 Sunseeker by Forest River. 24 ft. All self contained w/central air & heat. Call 765-9645158/765-964-5729

14’ Vee bottom boat, flat floor, w/trailer. W/1 year old trolling motor & all accessories. Everything like brand new. Must See!! $1200. 1-937-459-5566 HOUSEHOLD OLD 40” Kelvinator Electric range rust (copper) color. Call 548-3764

Coldwell Banker Heritage Realtors

Buying or Selling call Susie Crist Realtor ABR 423-2544 or 448-2176 Over 25 years Experience Integrity Knowledge Susie.crist@coldwellbanker.com

STOP BY AND CHECK IT OUT! OPEN SUNDAY MAY 1ST 2016

1325 Greenville Nashville Rd. Greenville, OH OPEN 2-4 PM

Come check out this rare find with a secluded country setting situated on 5 acres! Enjoy taking a swim and relaxing on your deck watching the summer sunset, or curl up next to the fire place on a cold winter night. Addition has been added to the back of the home currently being used for a hair and nail salon. Since owner has lived there they have completely renovated the entire home. Renovations include insulating walls, rewiring the entire house, replacing windows with Pella and Anderson windows, installed vinyl siding and brick on front of home, replacing roof, added on 4 car attached garage, addition to the back of the home, all new drywall, renovated kitchen and bathroom, HVAC, and concrete driveway. (701268) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Darren Leis.

Akers Estate

REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITY TWO STORY HOME, 3.3 ACRES AUTOMOBILE & CHATTELS

LUDLOW FALLS ~ WEST MILTON, OH

3044 State Route 48 at the junction of Rt 55

MONDAY, APRIL 25, 3:00 PM REAL ESTATE: 5:00 PM REAL ESTATE: Union Township, older 2 story home, 3.322 acres: Buy it to live in, rent or re-sell as an attractive reserve of $56,920 opens the door to many possibilities. $5,000 down & balance in 30 days. Call for an appointment. Photos & Details at www. stichterauctions.com AUTO & HH GOODS: Chevy, 2008, Cobalt LT, 4 dr w/ 70,692 miles; Roadmaster Granite Peak & Schwinn Sidewinder bikes; Amana washer; Kenmore dryer; Kenmore refrigerator; GE range; full line of older home furnishings; ANTIQUES: Oak: Glass door bookcase, dbl bed, dresser w/ mirror, wash stand w/ yoke; rd table; settee; console Victrola; 1940’s corner cupboard; CI kettle; steel implement wheels; crocks; etc. TOOLS, ETC: MAC & Homelite chain saws; gas blower; kerosene blower-heater; string trimmers; port. air compressor; Brinly sgl btm plow & disc; tools; firewood & more!

Estate of Homer Akers Gordon Akers, Executor Miami County Case No. 87998

ESTATE AUCTION

Located at 1742 Cox Road, Union City, Ohio, take St. Rt. 571 East of Union City approx. 4 mile or West of Greenville 8 miles to Cox Rd. (watch for signs) on:

SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016 AT 10:00 A.M. AUTO, TRAILERS, MOWERS, SHOP TOOLS, ANTIQUES, HOUSEHOLD, & MISC. ITEMS

AUTO: 2004 Buick Park Avenue fully loaded w/leather seats & 95,175 miles; ANTIQUES: Oak wash stand; Oak plank seat chair; secretary on legs; Victorian stand; drum table; 2 drop leaf tables; 6 ladder back cane seat chairs & others; wood kitchen chair; ¾ bed; sewing stand; Oak treadle sewing machine; Oak commode w/pot; OIL LAMPS: black bulbous shape, green satin floral hurricane & blue dot finger; 2 Oak school chairs; camel back trunk; strand of 30 sleigh bells; old picture frames; violin; stereoscope & cards; sev. quilts & quilt tops; green & pink dep. glass; etched glass cream & sugars; sev. pcs. of nice h.p. bowls, plates, vases, enameled pitcher, relish, cream & sugars etc; floral soup tureen w/plate & ladle; Majolica plate; spice set in rack; wood spindle/spool holder; Coke Cola menu sign w/lettering; Monarch lantern Dayton; Little Wizard Dietz lantern; wooden bucket; cream can & others; Dairy Maid ball uniforms; Winchester md. 1200 12ga. shotgun; 12 volt Jazzy cart; HOUSEHOLD: beige couch; floral couch; wing back chair; Oak glider; sev. overstuffed chairs; 51” Ultravision Digital TV; 3 pc. qu. E.A. bedroom suite; twin beds; 3 pc. full bedroom suite; drop leaf qu. Anne end table; pedestal end table; matching coffee & end table; misc. stands; E. A. kitchen table w/4 chairs; E. A. desk & chair; misc. pole, hanging, table & floor lamps; Longaberger lamp, baskets & others; Whirlpool washer; Maytag dryer; upright freezer; GE oven; dual flame heater; 4 dr. file cabinet; misc. pots, pans, utensils, corning ware, Tupperware, dishes, bakeware etc; 3 pc. blue Pyrex mixing bowls; Wheat dishes; stemware; sherbets; al. pitcher & glasses; insulated raffia burlap & lattice tumblers & cups; purple slag compote; Imperial candy dish; peach luster punch bowl & cups; new elect. rotisserie; paintings by local artist: Brubaker, B. Martin, M. Whitesel & B. Wise; toys; games; doll bed; stroller; kids table w/2 chairs; TOOLS: 3 ½ hp. Campbell/Hausfeld air compressor; Craftsman radial arm saw, 12 ½” port. planer & shop vac; Power Kraft 14” band saw, table saw & 6” jointer; TABLE TOP ¼ hp. drill press, 16” wood lathe; 16” SMT scroll saw, 1” & 6” disc belt sander & elect. tile cutter; dbl. wh. grinder; Mikita 4” angle grinder; pipe, corner clamps & others; work mate; sev. wooden work benches; saw horses scaffolding; lg. selection of sm. hand & elect. tools; NAPA & Kennedy tool boxes; misc. lawn & garden tools; Craftsman 16” elect. chain saw; Homelite chain saw; sprinkling cans; corn jobbers; milk cans; milk box; 2 older wooden wh. barrows; old wagon on steel wheels; al. ramp; 6’ x 8’ trailer; 4’ x 6’ TSC trailer w/side boards; Simplicity riding mower; Dixon 5020 ZTR hydro-gro (nice); 15hp. Craftsman hyd. 42” riding mower; 15hp. Dixon 4423 ZTR; 8hp. Bocholt mower; Lawn Boy & Yard Machine push mowers; J.D. 31” lawn sweeper; thatcher; steel yd. roller; 20” Craftsman rear tine tiller; Craftsman snow blower; 8hp. MTD 26” snow blower; generator; 32’ magnesium ext. ladder; 18’ al. ext. ladder; roof ladder; floor jacks; kerosene heater; 2 replacement windows; metal patio table w/4 chairs; porch swing & frame; boys & girls 26” bikes; tricycle; school lockers & chairs; 2008 Pace American 6’ x 12’ cargo trailer; 2008 Ford Ranger fiberglass hinged bed cover & 2 soft covers & lot of items unseen and too numerous to mention. Check www.auctionzip.com #2005 for complete listing & pictures. Possible 2 rings part of the day.

MRS. LAURA (DON) MENDENHALL, ESTATE

CRAIG A. MENDENHALL & LISA A. SPILLE, CO-EXECUTOR’S RONNIE KAUGHER UNION CITY, OH 937-968-7279

AUCTIONEER’S

JEFF SLYDER UNION CITY, OH 937-968-5993

TERMS: Cash or Check w/Proper ID. Statements made day of Auction take precedence over printed matter. Lunch: HEAVY SMOKER’S Port-a-Jon NO BUYERS PREMIUM

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HOUSEHOLD Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870

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736 JACKSON ST - GREENVILLE, OH 45331

This large, spacious 2 story home contains 4-6 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, large open living room connected to kitchen/utility area w/ rear yard access and enclosed front porch. The exterior is vinyl sided most windows have replacement vinyl installed. In addition to the home are 3 storage utility buildings. Said premises are appraised at $78,000.00 and must be sold for not less than two-thirds (2/3) of said appraised value ($52,000). Terms: $3,000 down day of auction and balance due within 45 days. Please go to www.midwest-auctioneers.com for more info and pictures. Shown anytime by appointment.

THE ESTATE OF SUSAN ANN DUNEVANT

Dan Schipfer, Jr., Exec. Tom Graber, Atty. Darke Co. Probate Case #: 2014-1-097

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc

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

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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 Frigidaire bisque refrig $250. Whirlpool bisque refrig $175. Whirlpool bisque elec range $175. Queen matt/box $100. Full matt/box $100. 937-968-6804 New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $149, twin $79. We deliver. Call 937884-5455 MISC. FOR SALE Professional SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock@earthlink.net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements! Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-410-7127 for FREE DVD and brochure

Life Alert. 24/7. One press of a button sends help FAST! Medical, Fire, Burglar. Even if you can’t reach a phone! FREE Brochure. CALL 1-800-746-0979 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 Utility trailer, 7’x15’, $400. 547-1435, 5642694 FURNACES $285 While Supplies Last. TUNS 1-877-4738867 GARAGE SALES Multi-Family Barn Sale; 8192 St Rt 121 North; Friday evening April 29, 5-8pm; Sat. 9-1pm; Vintage Pyrex, housewares, lots of misc. Tons of men’s, women’s, kids’ Under Armour, Nike, North Face, American Eagle, Victoria’s Secret PINK & bras. Coach, Vera Bradley, many Buckle jeans (Miss Me, etc) & shirts. Other jeans, hoodies, shirts, all types athletic clothing. Shoes. All sizes in nearly new condition! Most items at least half off retail 1392 Hillside Dr, Greenville; Apr 28-29, 9-5; Apr 30, 9-12; Treadmill, loveseat, housewares, misc

GARAGE SALES Multi-Family; 5559 Clover Leaf Dr, take 36E out of Greenville 1 mile, follow signs; Apr 28-29-30; 9am-?; Furniture, household items, tools, dinette, dehumidifier, 3 pc patio set, refrigerator, Longaberger, DVDs, CDs, vintage Heil speakers, dog cage, tilt bed utility trailer, wagon, boat, lots of misc

Moving Sale; 6910 Seiler Rd, Greenville; May 5-6; 9a-4p; Some antiques, dishes, lawn ornaments, misc 8958 St. Rt. 49 N., Greenv.; next to Woodington Church; April 28,29, 8:30-4. Microwave, toaster, oven books, crafts, aluminum pillars, misc. items 1391 Sugar Maple Dr., Greenv.; April 27-28-29; 9-6, Men’s, girl’s & boy’s clothes, stroller, car seats, toys, Nintendo Wii, aquarium & more 131 Sherman, Grnvl; Apr 28-29; 9-5; Scroll saw, miter saw, bench grinder, belt sander, Ford Escape trailer hitchplants, household, Hummels, yard dec, lots misc clothes LARGE SALE! 270 Dogwood Dr, Greenville; Apr 28; 8-4; Antique coat rack, cemetery canisters, Troy Bilt S/P mower-runs great, lg dog kennel/carrier, tons of curtains, bedspreads & rugs. Rooster collection. MUCH MORE!

10699 Shaffer Rd, Versailles; Apr 28-29, 9a-6p; Apr 30, 9a-1p; Household & Farm items: Like new White Mountain ice cream freezer, older wagon running gear, hydraulic cylinders, 300 gal gas tank w/hand pump. New-in-box: Craftsman router & table, kettle bell set & 9’ Christmas tree. Harvard Hoops electronic basketball game, Ping-Pong table & accessories, compost tumbler, round clothes rack, small cement deer, router bits. Clothes: girls’ sizes 7-8 to 14-16, women’s sizes S-XL, men’s sizes XLT. Household items, seasonal & poultry decor. Books: cook, kids’ & romance. Toys. Sat everything 50% off 720 Honeysuckle Dr, Greenville; Apr 28-29; 9-5; Riding lawn mower, push mower w/bagger, home decor, kids’ & adults’ clothes, toys, cornhole game, lots of misc MOVING SALE; 101 Northmoor St, Arcanum; Apr 28-29, 9-5; Apr 30, 9-12 6657 Heller Rd, Greenv; Apr 28, 9-6; Apr 29, 9-4; HUGE Baby Girl Sale 0-24 mos. Toys, car seat, antiques, Boyd Bears, primitives, Xbox 360, men’s winter coats, stereo, much more 1096 Howard Dr, Grnvl; Apr 28-30; 9-6; Whirlpool fridge, misc household, crocks, adult/girls clothes, bike, toys, more

GARAGE SALES 106 Knoll Ave, Grnvl; Sat. Apr 30; 9-4; TV, glider, stereo, printer, lawn mowers, birdhouses, 1994 GoldWing, household items, Power Wheels, clothes, misc items

Woodington Church, 7 miles north on St.Rt. 49; April 28,29; 9-5. Clothes - all sizes. Amish novels, Play Station & games, tread mill, utility sink & lots of misc. HOMEMADE BAKED GOODS ON THURSDAY!! HUGE BENEFIT GARAGE & BAKE SALE; 11331 US Rt 36, Bradford; April 28-29, 8am-7pm; April 30, 8am-1pm; Furniture, household items, appliances, clothes (baby to adult) and baked goods BIG SALE! 1338 SR 503, Arcanum; Apr 2830; 9-5; Household, girls’ clothes, cloth diapers, baby misc 3475 St Rt 571 W, by Wildcat Rd.; April 27, 3-7; April 28,29, 9-5; A lot name brand girls 1016 clothes mostly Justice. Home decor, bikes & a lot of misc Estate/Moving Sale; 545 Fairview, Versailles; Sat Apr 30; 9a-4p; Antiques, flat screen TVs, Dixon riding mower, king & full bedroom suites, power lift chair, washer/dryer, housewares, snowblower, tools, dining table/6 chairs, ladies’ clothes, misc furniture

SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016 9:00 AM 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.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 SebringWarner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) 8+ DAVID BRADLEY VINTAGE GARDEN TRACTORS David Bradley Accessories Including: Plows, Disc, Cultivators, Mowers, Tiller, Cycle Mowers, Spike Tooth Harrow, Saukey w/Seat, Tire Chains, Snow Plow & more; David Bradley (Gas) Chain Saw. LAWN EQUIPMENT Grasshopper #718-K Z-Turn Mower, 18 H.P., 52” Cut Front Mount Deck, Runs Great; Dixie Chopper X-2000 Quad Loop Z-Turn Mower, 20 H.P. Kohler, 50” Cut, Dual Fuel Tanks, 1-Owner; Dixon Zero Turn Mower, 9 H.P., Runs/Looks Good; John Deere LT-160 Hydro Lawn Tractor, 16 H.P., 42” Cut; Husqvarna YTH-2348 Hydro Lawn Tractor, 23 H.P., 48” Cut; (2) New Toro Take Off Seats, Very Nice w/Arm Rests. TRAILER 6 Ft. x 10 Ft. Utility Trailer w/Full Fold Up Ramp, Crank Winch, Single Axel, Very Nice. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Oak Dresser & Chest of Drawers; 4 Ft. White Blanket Chest; 48” Oak Pedestal Round Table w/(2) Leaves & (4) Chairs; (2) Lamp Tables; 3-Cushion Burgundy Dual Reclining Sofa; La-Z-Boy Burgundy Leather Recliner; Oak 54” Round Oak Pedestal Table w/(2) Leaves & (4) Oak Roller Chairs; Dbl. Bed & Dresser; Wood Quilt Rack; Sony Stereo System w/Speakers; G.E. Side-By-Side Ref./Freezer w/Water & Ice in door; 3-Cushion Floral Sofa; (2) La-Z-Boy Rocker/Recliners; 6’ Wood/ Glass Corner Display Cabinet (Lighted); Maple Kitchen Table w/Leaves & (4) Chairs; 3 Pc. Solid Wood Bedroom Suite, Dbl. Bed, Chest of Drawers, Dresser w/ Mirror & Stool; (2) Maple Chest of Drawers; Single Oak Bookcase Bed w/Nice Mattress; Numerous Lamp & Coffee Tables; Oak Rolling Kitchen Cart w/Stools; Tan Leather Recliner; 8 Dr. Dresser (Antique White/Gold); Oak Slat Back Swivel Office Chair; Several Pedestal Plant Stands; World Globe on Stand (Pedestal Type); Numerous Lamps, Pictures, Wall Décor & Mirrors; 4 Pc. Patio Set including: Sofa, (2) Rockers, Coffee Table (Very Nice); 2 Seat Patio Glider; Console Stereo; 4’ x 6’ Wood Book Shelf; 2 Dr. Metal File Cabinet; 6’ Poly Storage Cabinet; Amana Elec. Washer & Dryer (White) (Like New); Kenmore Upright Sweeper; 13” Magnavox Flat Screen TV; Sylvania VCR-DVD Player; Kenwood Disc Changer; Midland Scanner; 2 Dr. Wood Storage Cabinet; (2) Frigidaire Dehumidifiers (Lg. & Sm.). COMPLETE SHOP SMITH WOODWORKING SYSTEM W/ACCESSORIES 11 Pc. Wrench Set; Stanley Block Plane; Misc. Hand Tools; (2) Roller Carts; Pr. of Car Ramps; Elec. Winch; 8 H.P. Tecumseh Gas Engine. LUMBER Stacks of approximately 8 Ft.: Oak, Cedar & Cherry Lumber. GUNS Winchester Mdl. #25, 12 G.A. Pump, Nice; Pioneer Mdl. #750, 22 Cal. Rifle, Bolt Action; H&R Mdl. #999, 22 Cal. Revolver w/Holster; Taurus PT #738, .380 Revolver. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 2 Pc. Wood Sellers Cupboard w/Flour Bin & Porcelain Top; Early Wood Child’s 2 Seater School Desk; Early Wood Child’s School Desk w/Chair; (2) Wood Toy or Blanket Chests; In Wall “Wood Fold-Up Picnic Table” by Clearwater Lumber, Florida; 1915 Early Wood Postal Sorting Cabinet w/144 Holes, Made in Ohio; Sev. 1 & 2 Man Saws; (2) Early Sye’s; Numerous Tobacco Tins including: Lucky Strike, Bugler, Big John, Velvet & others; Wagner Cast Iron Kettle, Griddle, Skillets; (4) Sadd Irons; Brass Blow Torch; Early Pad Locks; Service Station Galv. Water Fill Can; Ohaus Brass Scale Weights; Early Round Top Wood Door w/16 Panes of Glass; Adirondack Wood Snow Sled; Early Razors & Straight Razors; (2) Wood & Glass Table Top Display Cabinets; (4) Soap Box Derby Car Wheels & Tires; (4) Pedal Car Wheels & Tires; Dazey Butter Churn Top & Crank; Pr. of Early Wood Cabinet Doors; “Mobil Gas” Advertising Poster; Early Wood Spools; #2 Ice Cream Freezer; Blue & White Porcelain Pots/Pans; #16 U.S. Standard Brass Strainer; Graduated Set of Wagner Magnalite Pots & Pans; Wood Hndl. Knives & Sharpening Stihl; Sev. Vintage Baby Quilts (all in great condition); Early Lg. Wicker Basket; 9-Sets of Embroidered Pillow Cases; Presidential Coins Proof Set; 10 Wood Bushel Baskets; (4) Coca-Cola Glasses; (4) A&W Root Beer Glass Mugs; Dietz Lantern; Organizational & Advertising Buttons; Numerous Road Signs, Stop, Speed Limit & more; Elec. Lighted Stop Light; 3rd National Bank Cloth Money Bag; Sev. Mickey Mouse “Ear” Hats; Lace Table Cloth, Hankies & Handiwork items; Oneida Silver Tea Set, Silver Platters, Trays, C&S; Chinell Bed Spreads & Bedding; Early Pipe Wrenches; Early Wood Carpenters Chest; Framed Photo of Cherokee Chief John Ross; Wire Egg or Golf Ball Baskets; Italian Decanter w/Glasses; Lg. Libby Owl Jar; Lg. Swirl Glass Swan; Graduated Set of Blue Deep Bowls; (4) Blatz Beer Mugs; (8) Budweiser Frog Glasses; Dale Earnhardt Posters; Care Bears; McDonald’s Collectibles & others; Pfaltzgraff Christmas 12 Pl. Dinner Set; Stemware; Numerous Board Games; Children’s Record Albums; Richard Petty Nascar Collectibles; (4) Baseball Photos; (2) Little Debbie China Tea Sets; (2) Little Debbie Village Bakery Collectibles; Little Debbie Hot Wheels; Little Debbie Barbie Dolls; Sm. Tonka Bulldozers; 1990 Cincinnati Reds Champion Wheaties Cereal Box; NyLynt Pillsbury Dough Box Hummer; Cincinnati Enquirer 1941 Dec. 7 Newspaper; 1945 VJ Day, Col. Eve Dispatch 1919, 1931, 1934; Cincinnati Enquirer 1930’s, 40’s, 50’s & 60’s; Kennedy, Challenger Shuttle & others; Wyatt Earp Child’s Cowboy Hat; Brass “Cat” Soap Dish; Lg. Longaberger Basket w/Liner; (7) Longaberger Wood Trays; (2) Longaberger Wire Plant Stands; Early Sausage Stuffer on Primitive Stand; Duncan Phyfe 3-Tier Footed Stand; Lane Waterfall Cedar Chest; Waterfall Desk (Nice); Sewing Rocker; Side Chair; (3) Solid Wood Seat Side Chairs; Lane Cedar Chest (Blonde); Child’s Wood Kitchen Cabinet; Wood Rocker w/Crochet Seat; Victorian Wall Tapestry; (2) Early Rail Road Padlocks; Christmas Figurines; Victorian Ornate Side Chair; Adv. Yard Sticks; Sadd Iron; Several Pocket Knives; Costume Jewelry; Wood Canes; Embroidery of Gettysburg Declaration; 33 Record Albums; Doilies; Table Covers; Raggedy Ann & Andy Dolls. TOOLS Wood Work Bench; Ext. Cords; Drill Bits; B&D Circ. Saw; Sears Weed Trimmer; Elec. Grinder; Dremel; Long Handle Yard Tools; Machinist Tools; Blocks; Drills; Dial Indicator; Tool Bits & More; Block Plane; Square; Drill Bits; Torch Set; Poly Tool Box; Metal & Wood Shelves & more; 12 Volt Cordless Drill; Water Hose & Reel. HOUSEHOLD & MISC. Kirby Tradition Sweeper w/Accessories; Oak Wall Quilt Rack; Elec. Kitchen Appliances; New 4’ x 7’ Garage Door w/Track; Plumbing & Elec. Items; 4’ Wire Fence Gate; New Roll of 1” x 60’ Copper Tubing; Portable Dog Kennel Cage; Cincinnati Reds Framed Poster; New Wilton Cup Cake Pans; Numerous Pictures; Galv. Wash Tub; 78 Record Albums, 45’s & more; Ceiling Fan; Christmas Fireplace Screen; Several Bird Houses; Boxes of New Night Lights; Children’s Records, Books, Ect.; 9’ x 9’ Canvas Tent; Henry Griffitts Golf Clubs & Bag; Pastry Stands, Table Skirts & Covers; Coleman Camping Coffee Maker; Like New 24’ RV Cover & Bag; Cookbooks; Metal Storage Cabinets; Folding Wheel Chair; Next Girls Alum. Bicycle (Nice); Humidifier; Blue Rhino Gas Grill; Sunny Exercise Bike; Standing Fan; (2) Motorcycle Helmets; Christmas Items; Luggage; Cosco Step Stool; Walker w/Brakes; Several Telephones; Wireless Headphones; Digital Photo Frame; Sentry Combo Safe; Locking Metal Box; Jewelry Boxes; Binoculars; Men’s & Ladie’s Watches; Towels; Wash Cloths; Bedding; Blankets; Sheets; Wood Quilt Rack; Paper Shredder; Trivets; Sm. Elec. Kitchen Appliances & Utensils; Flatware; 6 Pl. Corelleware Dishes; Corning Baking Dishes; Carnival Candy Dish; Knick Knacks; Pots; Pans; Bread Maker; Baskets; Child’s China Sets; Dolls; Bath Chair; Books; Lawn Chairs.

RON ATKINS; MARILYN BRUMBAUGH & OTHERS

Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686 Michel Werner Apprentice Auctioneer

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Selecting a cemetery with help from BBB Fry & Company sponsors DCCA event BY JOHN NORTH PRESIDENT/CEO BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU

Losing a loved one can make most Americans emotionally and financially drained. Whether you plan in advance or after a death, finding the right cemetery for a loved one can be a challenge. Your Better Business Bureau offers advice on finding a trustworthy cemetery. There are four major types of cemeteries: public, religious, district/municipal and national/veterans cemeteries. Public cemeteries are the most common type. They’re for-

profit and are either owned independently or corporately. Religious cemeteries are nonprofit cemeteries owned by a religious organization. District and/or municipal cemeteries are nonprofit cemeteries owned by a city or county. And, the last type, national and/or veterans cemeteries are government-run cemeteries for burial of veterans and their family. Over the last year, almost 21,000 inquiries were filed with your BBB about cemeteries across North America. Locally, this industry was inquired about

almost 500 times. When selecting a cemetery for your loved one, your BBB offers these tips: * Get recommendations from friends, family and local funeral directors. * Consider location. Select a cemetery near your home and/or work. Most family members like to remain close to relatives so they can visit during special occasions like birthdays and holidays. * Keep in mind religious preferences. Some religions have speciﬁc burial requirements and practices. * Determine cost

Robert E. Miller Estate

REAL ESTATE & PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION

SATURDAY– APRIL 30TH, 2016 - 10:00 A.M. Real Estate Selling at 1:00 P.M. 122 N. Jefferson St. Pitsburg, OH 45358

DIRECTIONS: From Greenville, Ohio Take 571 turn right onto Gettysburg Pitsburg Rd. Follow signs to auction site. (Watch for signs).

Up for Auction, is this 4862 square foot, two-story home built in 1907. This 87 x170 large corner lot home offers plenty of yard space and spacious living area inside, with plenty of natural woodwork, several pocket doors and 9ft. ceilings. The downstairs offers a large 44 x 20 room with L shaped storage with separate entrance. Large living room, dining room with beautiful natural woodwork and a wood burning fireplace. Also included are; a galley kitchen, parlor room or bedroom, and one full bath. The upstairs includes seven spacious rooms, 5- bedrooms, small kitchen, living room and bathroom. Also, features a full basement with plenty of storage, and a detached barn, and two additional out buildings. This home has fuel oil heating with separate tanks for separate billing. Updates include vinyl replacement windows. Plan to attend an open house to see all the possibilities. TERMS: Buyer to pay $3000.00 down day of auction, with the balance due at closing. Closing shall be on or before May 30th, 2016. Buyer shall have possession day of closing. Seller will pay all taxes due and payable July 1, 2016. Buyer to pay all taxes due & payable thereafter. Have your financing arranged & be prepared to buy. Call 937-547-3202 or 423-2656 or go to www.edwardsauctions.com for more details. ANTIQUES-ANTIQUE FURNITURE-SEWING MACHINES -COLLECTIBLES-HOUSEHOLD- GARAGE ITEMS Antique Furniture- Edison Phonograph Parlor Model; Victrola Record Player; Hand Crank Victrola Style Record Player; Tiger Oak Record Cabinet; Mahogany Record Cabinet; Organ Stool with Ball & Claw Feet; Antique Kimball Pump Organ; Antique Farm Table; Antique Wood Kitchen Chairs; East lake Chair; East Lake Rocker with Footstool; Parlor Tables; Parlor Table with Iron Legs; Breakfast Table and 4 Chairs; Small Porcelain Top Kitchen Base ;Phone Desk; Iron Barstool W/Claw Feet; Antique Writing Knee Hole Desk; Old School Desk; Smoking Stands; Record Cabinet; Vintage Living Room Chairs; Vintage Wicker Rocking Chair; Southern Queen Treadle Sewing Machine; Favorite Treadle Sewing Machine; Oliver and Underwood Vintage Typewriters; Singer Treadle Sewing Machine; Flat Top Steamers Trunk; Low Boy Oak Dresser; Antique Dresser; Oak Wardrobe; Vanity; Round Bed; Vintage Oak Dresser W/Mirror; Vintage Metal Twin Bed; Antique Wood Cabinet; Oak Buffet Needs refinished; Vintage Record Player Needs RefinishedSeveral Antique Pieces of Furniture /Needs Fixed/Repaired; Small Cast Iron Laundry Stove; Red Star Detroit Vapor Oil Stove; Bathtub W/Claw Feet; Empire Style Sofa Sleeper; Fainting Sofa; Vintage Floor Lamps; Wrought Iron Barstool; Vintage Sweeper-Vac Mfg. by Pneu Vac Co. 1912; Misc.- 45 rpm & 78 rpm Records; Birch # 33 Record Player; Early Am/FM Radios; Large Selection of Pipes & Pipe stands; Pipe Stands with Humidors; Ashtrays; Lighters; Cast Iron Ash Trays Wagner; NCR Cash Register Drawers; Bronze Sessions Horse Mantel Clock; Vintage Table Fan; Chandeliers with Glass Prisms; Antique Glass Fire Extinguisher; Oriental Ginger Jar - signed by artist, Made in Italy; Shirley Temple Prints; Lg. Selection of Famed Pictures and Prints; 10 Spice Tins & Tobacco Tins; Wool Military Uniform; Military Bayonet/ Toledo; J.C. Higgins Hunting Knife; Other Knives; Old Timer Pocket Knives; Advertising Pocket Knives; Airplane Car Hood Ornaments; De Soto Hubcaps; Porcelain Airplane made in Italy; Airplane Car Hood Ornaments; De Soto Hubcaps; Porcelain Airplane made in Italy;1961- 1972 Apollo Display; Old Bottles; Glass Water Bottles; #120 Photo Enlarger; Lg. Selection of Books;4 Ohio Trade Fire Service Training Manuals 1954 & 1962; Electric Train Set by Marx; 5 Way Microscope by Tasco; Ford Toy Tractor; International Tractor; Haybine; Gabriel Fire Truck; Tonka Toy Truck; Structo Cement Truck; other Vintage Trucks; Disney Land Express Bus; Some Vintage Toys; RidJid Clothes Drying Rack; Antique Drop Hay fork; Antique Iron Push Mower / Grass Trimmer; Vintage Barb wire; Vintage Christmas Items; Vintage Telephones; Pharmaceutical Extractor; Lead Mold for Horse and Rider; Misc Pottery; Advertising Ashtrays; Small Advertising Items; Several Collector Banks; Vintage Door Knobbs & Hdw.; Vintage Copper Horizontal Oil Lamp part; Wood Stenciling Molds Kitchenware/Glassware- De Laval Cream Separator #12; Wagner Cornbread Mold Slaw Cutter; Wagner Breakfast Skillet; Yellow Depression Glass; Large selection of Glassware and Older Dishware; Pyrex Mixing Bowls; Fire king Baking Dishes; Fenton Satin Blue Basket; Cartoon Jelly Jars; Silver-Plated Coffee Urn & Plated Serving Items; Fenton Blue Satin Glassware;2-F&F Cups; Household Haier Compact Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Stock Pots; Kitchen Towels, Tea Towels, Crocheted Items;12 Drawer Filing Cabinet; Electric Ice Cream Freezer; And More. Garage Items -Craftsman 18 H.P. Koehler Riding Lawnmower 44“ Cut, needs battery; MTD Yard Machine Snow Blower; Reel Push Mower; Lawn Roller; Jungle Fogger Bug Killer; Car Brite Power Washer; Paint Striping Machine; Electric Pressure Washer;2- Industrial Type Carts; Rolling Rack; 3 Heavy Duty Metal Cabinets; Home lite Chainsaw; Craftsman Workbench; B&D Radial Arm Saw; Lg. Bench Vise; Rotary Tools; Electric Bit Sharpener; Palm and Vibrator Sanders; Skil Drill & Saws; Cordless Drills; Wood Levels; Parts Bins; Tools & Hdw;2- Sets Fender Skirts;40 ft Werner Extension ladder; Wood Step Ladders; Lots of scrap Metal; New and Reclaimed lumber; Large Spool of 1 in Braided Rope; And More.

OWNER- ROBERT E. MILLER ESTATE, CO. EXECUTORS- CONSTANCE R. ESHBAUGH & PAMELA D. MILLER Margaret B. Hayes Attorney At Law, LLC, Darke Co. Probate Number # 15-1-072

of burial; don’t settle for the lowest price. Ask about price differences between mausoleums and plots. * Ask if there will be future expenses (for example, upkeep on the plot). * Consider purchasing several plots at once if family members want to be buried together. * Ask for a map of available plots and tour the grounds. Be sure the cemetery and lawn are well-maintained and up-to-date. * Make sure cemetery personnel is friendly and helpful. * Find out if you can sell the plot or transfer ownership to someone else. * Make sure you understand all contract cancellation and refund terms, as well as options for transferring your contract. * Be sure to read all agreements, guarantees and instructions before signing. * Don’t be pressured into making a decision. You can always get help from your BBB, like a list of BBB Accredited cemeteries and Business Reviews on one’s you’re considering. Contact your BBB by visiting www.bbb.org or calling (937) 2225825 or (800) 7765301.

GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA) recognizes Fry & Company for their sponsorship of the recent fundraising event A Taste of Wine & Jazz at the Montage Cafe. According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, DCCA thanks Fry & Company for their continued support of the arts in Darke County, as one of the ﬁrst sponsors for this event they truly started the party that has become DCCA’s most

Fry and Company partners and staff are shown with guests at the recent A Taste of Wine & Jazz event at the Montage Cafe.

anticipated fundraising event.” “The monies generated will help enable our organization to bring high quality performing artists to our community,”

more information on DCCA and upcoming events visit www.centerforarts. net, or contact the DCCA ofﬁce at 5470908 or dcca@centerforarts.net.

Brown discusses rare blood diseases WASHINGTON, D.C. – In advance of Rare Disease Day, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) met with Ohio representatives of the National Hemophilia Foundation, including Wanda and Chloe Henninger of Arcanum, Amy Berlean of Kettering, and Sandra Hibner of Vandalia. The group met with Brown during his weekly coffee with constituents while visiting Washington, D.C. to advocate for increased funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) hemophilia treatment centers. “It was an honor to meet with Wanda, Chloe, Amy,

and Sandra,” said Brown. “The National Hemophilia Foundation’s advocacy is a reminder that we must continue to invest in medical research and funding as we work to treat, and ultimately cure, blood diseases.” Brown continues to champion increased funding for the CDC. In 2015, Brown worked with colleagues to introduce the American Cures Act, a bill that would direct

Best donut to be awarded during Arcanum Old Fashioned Days ARCANUM Each year over 2000 cyclist from all over the world compete in a bicycle race where you ride your bike and then eat donuts to reduce your finish time. Each year nearly 1000 dozen glazed donuts are consumed in the competition. In 2015 an additional donut stop was added for a unique donut that would add variety to the flavor of the event. Held in conjunction with Arcanum Old Fashioned Days community festival, in 2016 and beyond we are organizing our first Tour de Donut Glazer Competition to determine who has the best donut! Winners of the competition will have their donut featured as The Glazer during Tour de Donut TEN, company will be awarded contract to sell donuts to the event, company logo on all event shirts (3000), website link, company banner at Glazer donut stop, social media post with announcement and be featured in regional media coverage. Competition Details: -Entry must be received by May 13 -Any donut is permitted to enter competition -On Saturday May 21 two dozen of the competition donut must be de-

concluded Jordan. Darke County Center for the Arts presents and promotes performing and ﬁne arts, encouraging cultural enrichment. For

livered to Veterans Park in Arcanum for taste testing by a group of organizers and participants for the on stage tasting -Donuts will be voted upon in these categories: ﬂavor: uniqueness: presentation: size -Votes will be calculated and two donuts will be selected -A maximum of two donuts can be entered from each bakery Learn more about the Tour de Donut at thetourdedonut.com

Shown are Kate Anderson, Selina Jackson, Tanya Ricchi, Kevin Young, Dakoda Austin-Michael, Sen. Sherrod Brown, Chloe Henninger, Amy Berlean, Jen Loving, Keith Szenderski, Wanda Henninger, Sandra Hibner, E.J. Villegas, Randi Clites and Amanda Shuherk.

additional fund- or federally-suping to the CDC and ported research inother federally-run stitutions.

MARGARET N. WILLIAMS

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

WED.– MAY 25 TH, 2016 -6:00 P.M. 312 Ave A. Greenville, OH 45331

Open House Dates: Wednesday May 4th, 5:00-6:00 P.M. Wednesday May 11th, 5:00-6:00 P.M. Sunday May 15th, 1:00-2:30 P.M. DIRECTIONS: From 118 (N. Broadway) turn East onto Harmon Dr. then turn right onto Ave A. (Watch for signs). Up for Auction, is this 1501 square foot, two-story 5 room house built in 1954. This home is conveniently located close to the High School and the Greenville City Park. It offers a kitchen, living room, family room, 3 bedrooms and 1 ½ full baths. Also, features a partially finished attic for extra storage and an attached garage. Plan to attend an open house to see all the possibilities. TERMS: Buyer to pay $5000.00 down day of auction, with the balance due 45 days after the auction. Closing shall be on or before June 28th, 2016. Buyer shall have possession day of closing. Seller will pay all taxes due and payable July 1, 2016. Buyer to pay all taxes due & payable thereafter. Have your financing arranged & be prepared to buy. Call 937-547-3202 or 423-2656 or go to www. edwardsauctions.com for more details.

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What’s Your Story: Tom Borchers

Shown are Wayne and Phyllis Gromm, Owner Paula Darnell, Books By The Bushel employees Bill McIntosh, Theresa Barga, Second National Bank’s Shane Stonebraker, Books By The Bushel employee Kim Prenger, Chamber of Commerce members Jerry Bey, Jackie Briscoe, Rodd Hale, Owner Mike Darnell, Chamber members Dan Watren and Kathy Magoto

Book distributor expands in Versailles VERSAILLES – Books by the Bushel, a distributor of children’s books owned by Mike and Paula Darnell, recently purchased 1 1/2 acres of ground in the Versailles WJ Bohman Industrial Park for a new 5,000 square foot building to expand their business. The groundbreaking took place April 20. Books by the Bushel has been in business since 2009, and began in the ga-

rage of the Darnell’s home in Calhoun, Ga. In 2011 the business was moved to Versailles (Frenchtown). Books by the Bushel began with one employee and currently employs seven, with plans for employee growth through 2017. On average the business distributes nearly 400,000 books and donates an additional 30,000 books to multiple early education programs.

Little Miss Poultry Days applications VERSAILLES – Contestants are being sought for the 32nd annual Little Miss Poultry Days Contest. The event will be held June 10, 6:30 p.m., in the old high school gymnasium. Young ladies between the ages of four and six as of June 10 are eligible. Contestants on the court the previous year will not be eligible to participate. Entries will be selected on a ﬁrst received basis from postmarked entries. Contestants are limited to 25 participants. Those unable to participate in next year’s contest due to age limit will have preference if more than allotted entries are received on the same day.

Contestants will be notified of their acceptance. There is a $10 entry fee. Attire should represent a poultry theme or this year’s theme of Salute to the American Farmer. Contestants will be judged on appropriate to poultry/theme and personality, poise and ability to speak. Little Miss Poultry Days 2016 will receive a cash prize of $100; first runnerup receives $75; and second runner-up receives $50. Each participant will receive a flower, trophy and the opportunity to ride in the Poultry Days Parade on Saturday morning at 11 a.m. For an entry form, contact Kim Hecht, 423-1326.

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities (Darke DD) recognized March as Developmental Disability Awareness month and this year’s theme was “What’s your story?” However, disability awareness doesn’t end when April begins. Darke DD will continue periodically highlighting the stories of people we serve – people who are active members of their commu-

Martin earns MU awards NEW CONCORD – Kelly Martin, of Greenville, earned a Third Year Distinguished Scholar Award at Muskingum University’s Scholarship Recognition Day. Distinguished Scholar Awards at Muskingum recognize students whose academic performance is outstanding. These awards are limited to students ranking in the highest ﬁve percent of their class. Third Year Award recipients receive a certiﬁcate and a gold key. Martin also earned the Mathematics Award.

NJROTC receives NRA Grant GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School NJROTC received over $1,300 in Air Riﬂe equipment and Accessories from an NRA Grant. This is the ﬁrst year the unit has applied for and received a grant from the NRA. All equipment obtained through the grant will be new to the Marksmanship team. This will help the team greatly when practicing and hopefully for future matches.

nity, people who work and provide for their families, people who are just like you and I in many ways. Everyone has a story, this is Tom’s... Tom Borchers grew up in the Versailles area and has lived there all of his life. He graduated from Piqua CTC in 2007, which helped to prepare him for employment. In 2009, while attending Wayne Industries, Tom began his journey in seeking integrated employment. In order to assist him with obtaining a job and learning the skills necessary to maintain employment Tom incorporated the help of a job developer and a job coach. Both of these services were provided by Capabilities Inc. and funded through the Opportunities for Ohioans with disabilities. Although it took him two years of filling out applications and following up with businesses, Tom began his first job at Greenville Walmart in 2011. This job has been a fit for him as five years later he is still employed at Walmart and still enjoying his job. Some of his job duties include manning the cart mule, unloading semitrucks, stocking shelves, and assisting customers

Walmart Employee Tom Borchers

with carrying out and loading large purchases in their vehicles. Tom averages 25 to 30 hours a week; however, he is often called in when others have called off. Tom has also assisted in training new employees in learning their job duties and this is a testament to his skills and abilities. When asked what he likes most about working at Walmart Tom said “I have a great team of coworkers and supervisors that I enjoy working with.” He contributes his work ethics to his parents Steve & Lillian Borchers who always ensured that he put in his fair share of duties at home. When Tom is not at work or with his family you may ﬁnd him at-

tending and helping at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles or volunteering with the Knights of Columbus. He has been a member of the K of C for three years and looks forward to volunteering at the annual Pancake Breakfast and other events throughout the year. For more information on employment supports and community integration opportunities coordinated through Darke DD, please contact Rodney Willis, Community First Director at 459-4626 or rodneyw@darkedd.org. For more information on the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities visit our website at www. darkedd.org. Like us on Facebook – Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities.

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Reid Health issues alert about defect

RICHMOND, Ind. – An alert team member at Reid Health helped discover that a small number of medicine cups dispensed by the pharmacy were defective, creating the possibility of someone taking an incorrect amount of liquid medication. Mitchell Neal, Reid Health Director of Risk Management and Patient Safety, said only three cups have been found that had the 10ml mark labeled as 5ml. “This cup has been isolated to outpatient pharmacy stock, and we have alerted our distributor who is investigating the issue to determine where they were made,” Neal said. “We are acting out of an abundance of caution and are not aware of any issues that have been connected to these cups,” Neal said. He said vendors and distributors will work to see how widespread the mislabeled supply was provided to customers elsewhere, noting that the issue affected only the outpatient pharmacy at

Reid Health. “The good news is that someone here discovered this issue, as our vendors were not aware until we alerted them,” he said. Not everyone who ﬁlls a prescription with a liquid takes a cup, he noted. Some use a syringe dispenser and some prescriptions do not require a cup unless it is requested. He said anyone who has received such a cup with a prescription should check it immediately and return it for a replacement should it be found to be mislabeled. “Our pharmacy staff and risk management will monitor this closely,” he said.

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BBBS gets help with mentoring programs GREENVILLE – The Dayton Power & Light Foundation recently made a donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County along with the Lydia E. Shaurer Memorial Trust administered through the Darke County Foundation. Both of these donations will assist the agency in continuing to serve “at risk” children in the two county service area “The support we receive from these two funders will go towards the over 500 youth we provided services to through our programming. It enables us to continue to reach out and identify children in need

of a mentor in our community. The Dayton Power & Light Foundation will be used for our After-School Big Buddies programs and the Lydia E. Shaurer Memorial Trust will be used to towards matching children in the Darke County with a mentor who currently have an incarcerated parent,” reports Jennifer Bruns Big Brothers Big Sisters executive director Mentoring programs provide support, activities, education, and most importantly, a mentor for children who may be considered at-risk of an abusive environment. The children in-

Marsh introduces 100% Local program UNION CITY, Ind. – In response to consumer demand for more local natural foods, this month Marsh stores in Indiana and Ohio are launching a new “100% Local” program for Angus beef. A 100% Local decal in one of the 38 stores with service meat cases will tell customers the beef came from one of eight small farms that have been vetted thoroughly. Participating farmers (seven in Ohio, one in Indiana) have gone through an extensive process to be included in the program, which required them to sign afﬁdavits for all the cattle purchased from them through the program. The afﬁdavits certify the cattle are antibiotic-free from birth and never fed any animal by-products except the milk they nurse from the mother cows. Among the participating farms are Bonner Farms in Mantua, Ohio; Hartley Grain Farms in Bellevue, Ohio; and Jeff Reichelderfer in Circleville, Ohio. “Consumers increasingly

want to know where their food comes from, and how it is produced,” said Harry Giglio, Group Vice President of Fresh, who has worked in the meat and produce field for 35 years and joined Marsh a year ago. The 100% Local meats also are minimally processed, which means the meat is free of all additives, including preservatives, dry rubs, marinades or any other flavor enhancements often used to enhance flavor or increase shelf life. The 100% Local programs complements Marsh’s Signature Premium Angus Beef program, which features cuts of beef that carry a USDA Certification for Tenderness. Marsh is only one of four supermarkets companies in the country that offers these USDA Certified Tender cuts of beef. Ribeye, T-Bone, Porterhouse, Strip loin and Tenderloin. “With high quality programs like these, we’re giving our loyal customers what they want: fresh, natural, high-quality foods,” Giglio said.

volved in this program have the opportunity to engage in fun, social and academic enrichment activities with the interaction of their mentor. It is our goal to teach these children, through their relationship with their mentor, skills in managing life in a high-risk environment. Thanks to generous donations like that from The Dayton Power & Light Foundation and Lydia E.

Schaurer Memorial Trust the Big Brothers Big Sisters programs continue to grow and help keep affecting children in a positive way. If you are interested in more information about the Big Brothers Big Sisters program or would like to volunteer; you can call our ofﬁce at 492-7611 or 547-9622, or access more information at www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org.

Take used books to Greenville Library GREENVILLE – Spring cleaning time is here! Those books, paperbacks, DVDs and CDs that are too good to throw away can find a new home on the second floor of the Greenville Public Library. The Books for Donation, west of the computers in the library, has replaced the annual Spring Used Book Sale the Friends of the Greenville Public Library has had in years past. Fiction, nonfiction, paperbacks, DVDs, CDs, and books on tape and CDs, plus children’s and

young adult reading can be found there. FOL uses the donations whether big or small to support needs of the library beyond its annual budget; when it is able. The Summer Family Reading Program held each week on the library lawn is an example. Remember the Friends of the Library if you are discarding good used books and bring them to the ﬁrst ﬂoor of the library. FOL volunteers will place them on shelves for the public to enjoy.

VERSAILLES – Registration is open for Versailles Poultry Days’ Grand Parade and the Antique Car and Tractor Parades. To register for two of the largest parades in the area, go to Activities at Versaillespoultrydays.com. They expect over 125 units again this year for the Grand Parade which will be held at 11 a.m. on June 11. Awards are given for Junior Civic, Senior Civic, Commercial, Theme Award, Queen’s Trophy, Mayor’s Trophy and Chairman’s Choice. The deadline for registering for the Grand Parade is May 25. The An-

tique Car and Tractor Parade begins at 2:30 p.m. on June 12 and is preceded by a cruise-in display beginning at 9 a.m. The Antique Car and Tractor display will be held on the grounds of the Versailles High School and expects to surpass 200 vehicles with music, door prizes and a rafﬂe. The 65th annual Versailles Poultry Days will be held June 10-12th with a festival theme of “A Salute to the American Farmer”. Please visit the website www.versaillespoultrydays. com for event details and schedules.

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CAB, 4X4, P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., white, 185,114 miles ........................................................................................... $9,995 ......... $8,500 2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, good cond., silver, 100,397 miles... $11,995 ....... $10,900 2002 HONDA ODYSSEY VAN, 3.5L, V6, all power, good cond., gray, 239,212 miles ................... $3,995 ......... $2,900 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LTZ 4WD, 4.2L, 6 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, good cond., maroon, 226,550 miles ........................................................................................................... $5,995 ......... $4,900 2002 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LS EXT. CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, good cond., gray, 215,081 miles............................................................................................. $8,995 ......... $7,500 2002 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 4X4, 6.0L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 146,074 miles ....................................................................................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,900 2002 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT EXT. CAB 4WD P.U., 5.3L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., white, 101,500 miles .......................................................................................... $10,995 ......... $9,500 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 2WD, 4 dr., one owner, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 142,478 miles ............................................................................................ $9,995 ......... $8,900 2001 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SPORT VAN, 3.3L V6, all power, good cond., silver, 135,242 miles ............................................................................................................... $2,295 ......... $1,200 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 144,748 miles .......... $6,995 ......... $5,900 1998 DODGE RAM 1500 SPORT REG. CAB 2WD, P.U., 5.2L V8, loaded, very nice, red, 167,395 miles .................................................................................................................. $4,995 ......... $3,900 1997 GMC JIMMY SLE 4X4, 4.3L V6, all power, good cond., brown, 222,360 miles ..................... $3,995 ......... $2,500

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PONTIAC

2009 PONTIAC G6 GT, 2 dr., 3.5L V6, sunroof, loaded, sharp, maroon, 76,089 miles................ $11,995 ....... $10,500 1998 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, fair cond., red, 195,785 miles .................................................................................................................. $2,995 ......... $1,500

BUICK

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 PREMIUM, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo 4 cyl., leather, loaded, super sharp, silver, 15,358 miles ............................................................................................................... $19,990 ....... $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 2013 BUICK REGAL GS, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo, 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 16,716 miles ............................................................................................................... $24,995 ....... $23,500 2012 BUICK LACROSSE FWD, 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 62,113 miles ......... $16,995 ....... $15,500 2011 BUICK REGAL T-TYPE, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo, 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond,. mocha, 38,487 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

OTHER MAKES

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