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State bans Poultry Shows at DC Fair RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Great Darke County Fair is always a great time for the junior fair youth to show off the projects they’ve been working on throughout the year. One group of 4-H and junior fair participants will have that opportunity limited this year. This year’s poultry show has been cancelled. At the heart of the issue is the spread of the Avian Flu or Highly Pathogenic Avian Inﬂuenza (HPAI). HPAI was ﬁrst discovered in the U.S. in 2014 and has quickly spread to affect 44 million birds at more than 197 locations. On June 2, Ohio Department of Agriculture Director David T. Daniels announced he was taking a proactive approach and issued a directive banning poultry shows throughout Ohio for the remainder of the year. The ban includes

county and independent fairs, the Ohio State Fair, and all other gatherings of birds for show or for sale, including auctions and swap meets. So far, Ohio is virus-free and the move is intended to continue that status. Daniels admits it was a difﬁcult decision because “it means young people can’t show their birds at fairs, but it’s in the best interest of an industry that literally thousands of Ohio families and businesses depend on and which provides billions of dollars to our state’s economy.” The virus can be spread by direct contact with contaminated materials coming from other infected birds. Birds co-mingling at events such as exhibitions and shows create a higher risk of spreading the disease. Brian Rismiller, Darke County fair board member, said he saw it coming when Indiana made the decision

to cancel its shows. “I’m saddened by the news,” Rismiller said. However, his main interest is helping Darke County’s youth through this. With fair season starting next week, many of the early fairs will have a hard time coming up with an alternative for its poultry exhibitors. Rhonda Williams, OSU Extension, Darke County, will be meeting with the senior and junior fair board, Jr. Fair coordinator and others to come up with a plan for Darke County’s exhibitors at this year’s fair. “We are fortunate to have a later fair and time to do that,” she said. Rismiller, superintendent of the poultry department, agreed with Williams. He is already researching ways to ensure youth in that department don’t miss out on premium money or from sales they would normally get. He threw out a few ideas such as using stuffed chickens

memorative Partner. “This event was held for two reasons,” said DAR secretary Chris Nehring, “to make people aware that it has been 50 years since the Vietnam War started and to thank all veterans and their families for the sacriﬁces that they have made to keep our nation safe!” Nearly 80 men, women and children participated in the 5K run/walk following the ceremony. Running bibs were provided that each runner could write names of veterans or people they wanted to honor as part of the event. Ohio State Representative Jim Buchy was present for the opening ceremony. According to the Fort GreenVille DAR, the event raised over $2,000 that went to the Wounded Warrior Project. The Fort GreenVille DAR would like to thank the Greenville Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7262, the Men’s Auxiliary, Ladies’ Auxiliary and the Boosters for sponsoring this event. Ohio Representative Jim Buchy for the opening ceremony, Jean Kelly for singing the National Anthem, Captain Denman and members of the Greenville High School JROTC; Caleb Baker, Isaac Baker, Mea-

gan Foster, Austin Engelkin, Ida-Marie Zeller and one boy scout Logan Baker, Heavenly Scarberry, Joice Gower and Megan Mitchell from Great Clips, Jill Wright, and ladies from the Fort GreeneVille DAR (Shirley Hughes, Linda Riley, Linda Bundy, Debbie Nisonger, Helen Wright, Krista Traut, Brenda Arnett, Caroline Petitjean, Michelle Alderman (and her sons Auris and Victor). A special thank you to the Darke Co. American Legion for allowing use of the Veteran’s Building at the Fairgrounds and helping during the ceremony. The American Legion Honor Guard for performing the rifle volley and presentation of the American flag. All the volunteers that helped make this event a success. Donations of door prizes were made by: Studio 1 Hair Design, Double M Diner, the Snack Shack, Hot Head Burrito, Marion’s Pizza, VFW Ladies’ Auxiliary, Krogers and Vint’s Family Restaurant. Log on to www.alliancerunning.com to see official results from the Thank A Vet 5K. Visit Facebook. com/bluebagnews to browse and share photos from the event.

for showmanship and posters with pictures for fancy birds and to sell meat birds. If the birds are sold via the posters, the animals can go directly to the meat processor without coming to the fairgrounds. Rismiller noted a junior poultry show slated for this summer in Darke County had already been cancelled

before the announcement came down. Local 4-H clubs are still trying to grasp what the announcement means for the youth that have already started their projects. Rismiller said he is hearing that most are disappointed, but understand why it has to be done. Darke County is one of the largest egg pro-

ducing counties in the nation. “I think most people are trying to grasp what the next step will be,” he said. Indiana, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Michigan have also made the decision to cancel shows for at least the 2015 fair season. Of those states, only Indiana has had a ﬂock test positive for HPAI.

Special 5K held to ‘Thank A Vet’ CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Veterans of the Vietnam war were honored Saturday, May 30 at the Thank A Vet 5K run/walk at the Darke County Fairgrounds. The event was presented by the Fort GreeneVille Daughters of the American Revolution marking the 50th anniversary of the start of the Vietnam conﬂict and to thank the veterans who proudly served our great nation. Over 50 Veterans were recognized before the start of the 5K run/walk around the fairgrounds during a ceremony in the Darke County Veterans Building. Over half of those in attendance were presented with a United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration Proclamation, Veteran pin and sticker. The Vietnam war was vastly unpopular with most Americans and the brave soldiers unfortunately returned to an ungrateful nation at the time. The ceremony and event this past weekend was a way to say “thank you”. The Fort GreeneVille DAR is a United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration Com-

Hughes selected as new Career Tech Director BOB ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Stanley Hughes, Assistant Principal in the Eaton School District, has been hired as the District’s Career Technology Director. The Greenville City

School Board approved a two-year administrative contract on May 29. Hughes will begin his duties in August. According to Greenville Superintendent Douglas Fries, prior to being in Eaton, Hughes was originally a science teacher and has worked in the

Celina and Centerville school districts. As assistant principal he has had strong experience in Career Based Intervention, Fries added. As part of his contract Hughes will also be the GCSD Coordinator of Technology and its Virtual Academy.

Nearly 80 people took part in the Thank A Vet 5K run/walk held at the Darke County Fairgrounds on May 30. Log on to bluebagmedia.com to see more photos from the event. (Clinton Randall photo)

More than 25 Vietnam Veterans were honored at the pre-race ceremony during Saturday’s Thank A Vet 5K. (Clinton Randall photo)

Your pet can be a star GREENVILLE – The Darke County Friends of the Shelter will be making 2016 calendars. Enter your Pet’s picture for a chance to become a star in the group’s 2016 calendar. The monthly pictures will be made up of local pets. Bring a photo or digital

picture to the Darke County Animal Shelter, located just beyond the Sheriff’s Department. All pictures must be submitted by July 6. You can also submit the form online. Go to http:// www.kometweb.com/calendar2016.html ﬁll out

the form and send the digital photo of your pet via e-mail. For more information, contact the Animal Shelter at 547-1645. To see the dogs they have, visit www. darkecountyanimalshelter.com.

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contacted regarding two acts of vandalism. The ďŹ rst occurred at Memorial Hall, 215 W. Fourth St. Near the loading dock there were several obscene writings and pictures that appeared to be spray painted on the wall. Video footage showed three males walking toward the building and beginning to spray paint. Later in the day police were contacted regarding a racial slur that had been spray painted on a school truck parked near Harmon Field. No additional information at this time. ANIMAL PROBLEM On May 29 police were dispatched to 320 E. Main St. regarding a dog barking complaint. Police observed a black and white dog in the back yard pacing, barking and howling. Dispatch advised the resident, Cody Fleming, had already been warned regarding the dog barking on May 23. Two complainants advised police the dog was keeping them from sleeping and is a nuisance, and wanted the owner charged. Fleming, who said he had been away from his home, adding â&#x20AC;&#x153;dogs will be dogs,â&#x20AC;? was issued a citation for barking or howling dog. WARRANTS On June 2 Police were dispatched to East Water and South Broadway regarding a warrant. The defendant, Kenny Pryor, had left the area. Police then

determined he lived at 312 Short St. Pryor was arrested at that location and transported to the Darke County jail on a charge of telephone harassment. On May 26 police were dispatched to the Darke County Courthouse regarding a defendant (full name not provided in report) who had removed his house arrest ankle monitor and left his residence over the weekend. The defendant was arrested and transported to the Darke County jail. On May 29 police were dispatched to 119 Harrison Ave. regarding items stolen from a vehicle overnight. The complainant, Grant Lampert, as a result of the investigation was found to have an outstanding warrant out of Miami County for a probation violation, original charge reckless operation. He was arrested and transported to Darke County jail to await arrangements from Miami County to pick him up. On May 29 police observed Cecil Elliott walking in the area of 300 block of RifďŹ&#x201A;e Avenue. He had an outstanding warrant for failure to comply on a theft/ unauthorized use of property conviction though Greenville Police. He was arrested and transported to Darke County jail. On June 2 police arrested Thomas Rochow on a war-

rant out of Darke County Municipal Court for Failure to Appear on a drug abuse charge. He was transported to Court where bond was posted and a court date assigned. On June 1 police arrested Jacquelynn Hilyard in the parking lot of Darke County Juvenile Court for two outstanding warrants. One was from Miami County for failing to appear on a trafďŹ c offense and the other from Montgomery County for failing to appear on a larceny charge. Per Miami Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request Hilyard was served a summons to appear in court in Troy on June 2. Hilyard was transported to Darke County jail on the other warrant out of Trotwood P.D. with a $1,000 bond. 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 publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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AWTHS Coffee and Conversation

One of the rewards A.C.E.s students received was the opportunity to see pie in the face of some of their “favorite” teachers. Shown here are staff members Heather Heiser, Paul Ericksen and Bart Schmitz. Also honored with a pie was GJHS Principal Chris Mortenson. (Bob Robinson photo)

Over half of GJHS students achieve A.C.E. status BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – “Each student begins the school year as an A.C.E.” This is the message a little over 400 students entering Greenville Junior High School for seventh and eighth grades receive from teachers and administrators. According to Tiffany Fine, GJHS Intervention Specialist, it is a behavioral incentive program standing for Attitude, Choice and Effort. “We believe every student at Greenville Junior High School can be an A.C.E.,” she said. This is the reason they begin the school year on that level. “It is the student’s choice to remain an A.C.E.,” she added. Of the 400 plus students at the junior high in School Year 2014-15, 198 students had zero discipline referrals the entire year. Add to that another dozen who made a poor choice at one point but took advantage of an opportunity to regain their status, and more than half of the student body

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achieved A.C.E. or comparable status. Their reward? A cookout and a dance on the last day of school. A.C.E.’s get both; students who had regained their status got to attend the dance. Status can be regained with any of the following four achievements: receiving a B.U.G. (Being Unusually Good), improved G.P.A., a Maid Rite Sportsmanship Award or no discipline referrals for an entire quarter. Nearly half the school population gathered around as four volunteer staff

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ARCANUM – The second season for the Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society Coffee and Conversation series begins June 13. The series is a relaxed time to exchange memories about growing up in Southern Darke County; remembering families, friends and events. It is a time to share stories; your stories and those of our host. Or, just come, listen and be ready to laugh. Earlene Morris will begin the series June 13, 10 a.m. with guests enjoying a cup of coffee and a donut. Earlene lived all her life in the Gordon area where she and her husband Carl raised their children, Judy, Jane and Gene. Together

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they farmed, ran the Gordon grocery store where Carl was post master. On July 11, Rick Hunt and Sue Hunt Besecker will bring back memories of growing up in Arcanum in the 50s and 60s. Along with their siblings they kept their parents, Lloyd and Myrna Hunt busy. Dave Gray will share stories Aug. 8 about helping Arley, his grandfather and his dad Bud, in the construction business, playing sports in Arcanum and being an educator. Each of their hosts have great memories of people you know. Part of the fun is you telling your stories, too.

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Arcanum performs work; AG ﬁles suit ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local School District and the Ohio School Facilities Commission (OSFC) have engaged a contractor to perform the remedial work necessary to correct the efﬂorescence staining of the exterior masonry walls on the District’s K-12 Building. AKA Construction, Inc. began the remedial work on June 1. The

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work that the district and OSFC believes is necessary for proper protection. The District has continued to partner with the OSFC, the State agency responsible for administering state-sponsored school building projects. Because the District’s K-12 Building was initially constructed as part of the OSFC’s Classroom Facilities Assistance Program (CFAP), the remedial work will be performed as part of, and funded through, that same program. The cost to repair the masonry work is $1,985,125 with an additional cost of

$197,500 for a brick upgrade rather than using CMU block similar to the block used on for the original construction. On behalf of the district and the OSFC, the Ohio Attorney General’s Ofﬁce has ﬁled suit in an effort to recover costs associated with the masonry repair. The problems with the masonry walls arose because members of the construction team failed to provide quality work for our building, and the District and the OSFC are committed to correcting the problem and holding the responsible

parties accountable. The goal of the Board of Education with this repair work is to make sure the building and grounds continue to be a source of pride for our community and function properly. While the District is disappointed in the extent of the necessary repairs, it is their commitment to continue to work proactively to correct this problem and will work with the State Attorney General’s ofﬁce to pursue the responsible parties for reimbursement of the masonry repair costs.

Students treated to field events as school wraps up BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – The last two weeks of May were a culmination of testing, a year-long effort on the part of teacher and student in Greenville schools, and finally, rewards for their efforts. High school activities, like the Senior Awards Night and Graduation, are familiar events throughout the community, as is the eighth grade trip to Washington, D.C. Not quite as well known are rewards at the kindergarten through sixth grade levels. Woodland Heights treated its kindergarten classes to an on-campus field day May 28, and its first and second graders on May 29. Created – with a volunteer crew – by gym teacher Maggie Copeland, kids had a variety of waterrelated contests as well as ‘bounce house’ fun. Lunch was served on the Woodland front lawn. East School third and fourth graders spent the entire day May 27 playing

East School – third and fourth graders – held its ﬁeld day May 27. It began with a hike to Greenville City Park, then on to Harmon Field Stadium for races and sprints. In the park students played a variety of games and got a brief time on the playground equipment. Here East gym instructor Cindy Rose gets students ready for some sprints. (Bob Robinson photo)

games near the Greenville Band Shell, checking out the Greenville Parks playground equipment or running races and sprints at Harmon Field Stadium. Events were created by gym teacher Cindy Rose. Lunch was prepared by the cafeteria and delivered to the event. South School ﬁfth and sixth grades each had a portion of an afternoon the previous week to give

the playground equipment a workout at nearby South Park. In school the atmosphere was celebratory. Some students were still testing; some were excited and others had a far-away look that had little or nothing to do with studies. So are they starting to get into summer mode? According to one teacher, they’ve been in “summer mode” for weeks.

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ON YOUR MIND

Commissioners’ Corner With the end of May being rainy and cool, it may seem like summer will never get here. However, June is here now and hopefully the weather will be more like we expect with warmer temperatures and lots and lots of sunshine. While Memorial Day is the official start to summer, June is the month when all children are out of school, grilling out with friends, and summer get-togethers start to ramp up. May was a so-so month in the Commissioner’s office. With the co-operation of the elected officials, we completed the mid-year budget requests in a very quick manner. Our elected officials were asked to keep their budgets the same as last year for now until we can see what our insurance is going to do this year. We should know by September. Thanks to all of the departments for helping us to assess the needs of the county. Things continued to look up in the sales tax area, and as was just released for May, Darke County’s unemployment rate is back at 4 percent. Thanks to all of the residents of Darke County for continuing to buy locally. Buying locally not only supports local business, it assures that your money earned here, stays here. Thank you all for this effort. With the continued efforts of Marc Saluk and Lisa Wendel in the Economic Development office, work with our companies on expansion and workforce development continues to go forward. Lisa Wendel, the Career Pathway Coordinator for the County has some programs she would like to implement this school year, and later in the year. One program that will be repeated is Manufacturing Career Day this fall. This will give students in the County an opportunity to tour several of our manufacturer’s facilities and learn about a career

in this ever expanding, and more technically advanced field. Electronics Recycling Day was held on May 20, and was a big success. People turned in all kinds of electronic equipment that included TV’s, radios, computers, notebooks, phones, etc. Thanks to the staff and volunteers of our Solid Waste department for this worthwhile program. Another program from Solid Waste takes place in June will be Free Shred Day on June 6 at the Darke County Fairgrounds Swine Barn. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. You can bring bank statements, personal files, receipts, medical and insurance forms, etc. This event is sponsored by Mercer Savings Bank. For more information contact the Darke County Solid Waste Management District at 547-0827. As we have stated before, Darke County is a great place to live, and is a great value for the dollar. Smart Asset, a financial asset company, recently released a report stating where residents can get the most from their Social Security dollars. Darke County ranked #6 in the State of Ohio, and 154th nationally! The annual cost of living in Darke County was estimated at $15,008 annually with social security benefits averaging $16,810. These benefits are not taxed. For the complete report, go to SmartAsset.com. June is here, and that means the year is almost half over already. If you have not done so yet, why don’t you make an effort to come to one of our public meetings? We meet every Monday and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Office located at 520 South Broadway, south of the Courthouse, in downtown Greenville. Hope to see you there The Darke County Commissioners

Some days it doesn’t pay to be an adult

There are some days I really don’t enjoy being an adult. Yes, it does have its advantages most of the time and the homework my kids brought home this past school year reminds me of how fortunate I am to be 30 years removed from being a kid. I refuse to take responsibility for the bad grade my youngest got on her English assignment even though I looked it over and had her correct a few things (that she still got wrong). The last three weeks have almost made me want to brave the classroom again to get out of the adult things I have had to deal with. We’ve all had our Murphy’s Law moments – if something can go wrong, it will. That’s ﬁne when you’re a kid, but when you’re an adult it usually costs you money. I was reading some of Murphy’s Corollaries as I

was researching information for this column. (Like I really do research for this column. I Googled Murphy’s Law to make sure I had it right. As a side note, I learned Murphy didn’t really write the law – it was another guy named Murphy that wrote it.) My issues fall right in line with the corollary, “Murphy’s Law may be delayed or suspended for an indeﬁnite period of time, provided that such delay or suspension will result in a greater catastrophe at a later date.” For those of you who prefer a cliché rather than a law – When it rains, it pours. It started with the water softener going out - $500 to replace and rust stained clothes. Fortunately, since I replaced it about three years ago I kind of knew how to replace it again (by the way, it had a two year warranty). With the water softener ﬁxed and the bathtub and sinks scrubbed to get rid of the rust colored hue, things were going to be good again, right? Wrong! The brakes started scraping on my wife’s car.

Fortunately, it was not in the same spot where I had replaced a brake caliper a couple of months ago. Unfortunately, it was a different brake caliper that wasn’t working - $100 to fix. Have I mentioned how much I hate working on cars? A day or two before I was going to fix my wife’s brakes, the brakes on my car started scraping. Have I mentioned how much I hate working on cars? That was another $30. Soon after the brakes were fixed my car decided it was going to have other issues. It would chug as it tried to get up to speed. $30 for an air filter, spark plugs and a new extended socket to put the spark plugs in and its working fine now. Have I mentioned how much I hate working on cars? After the brakes were working properly her car developed a leak somewhere - in a hose that goes to the radiator or the radiator itself. I would leave the car running for about 1520 minutes to see if I could spot the leak. It wouldn’t leak. She would drive the

car to work – no leak. She would drive the car home – it would leak. I opened the hood – no leak. I’m not sure if it’s fixed now or not, but I did put some radiator leak fixing stuff in it - $10. Have I mentioned how much I hate working on cars? Of course, I saved the best for last. Well, I hope it’s the last. The dryer decided it wasn’t going to dry our clothes anymore. It was getting hot, but the clothes weren’t drying. I opened the vent to see if lint had clogged it up. I got out my handy dandy Shop Vac and started sucking up the lint. It was working great until something clogged the end of the vacuum line. I pulled out the hose, turned off the vacuum and a dead baby opossum dropped off the end. Someone asked if I was sure he was dead and not just playing “possum” and did I try to give him CPR? The answer is no! If he wasn’t dead, his breath really stunk. Things are starting to look better – that one didn’t cost me anything to fix.

compares the household income of people born between 1980 and 1986 with that of their parents. The study was split by what income percentile the children grew up in, their gender and presented by region and county. It is no surprise, that each of the counties in the 84th House District, Auglaize, Darke, Mercer and Shelby counties, were among the best in the nation. In Auglaize County, the new generation earned between 7 and 11 percent more than their parents at age 26, ranking in the 93rd percentile nationally. In Darke County, they made between 6 and 9 percent more, ranking in the 87th percen-

tile. In the Dayton region, Darke County ranked ﬁrst in income mobility across many age groups. The new generation in Mercer County earned between 9 and 17 percent more, ranking in the 99th percentile, and in Shelby County they made between 3 and 10 percent more than their parents, ranking as high as the 79th percentile. Comparing this to counties like Montgomery, Athens and Ross, where the new generation was making around 8 percent less than their parents, you can see how good people are doing in our area. This is proof that children who grow up in Western Ohio are doing better than many of their

peers across the country. Western Ohio is home to some of the best schools in our state, with high church attendance and involvement in youth programs like 4-H, FFA, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. These kinds of programs and a good education help develop our youth and help them build character. Western Ohio is a model for the state and the rest of the nation, and, as I’ve always said, the best place to live, work and rear a family. Please give me your opinion on this topic and others in the news this month by completing an online survey at tinyurl. com/buchyjune2015.

Concerned Citizens Proof that Western Ohio is the best plan next meeting WINCHESTER, Ind. – Concerned Citizens of Randolph County is holding the ninth in a series of town hall style meetings. The purpose of these monthly meetings is to learn what is currently happening at both the local and state levels of government and how this affects your wallet and daily lives. The program moderator is local attorney Dale Arnett. The program includes a Question and Answer segment to address your concerns. The topic of discussion

for the next meeting is the Randolph County Inﬁrmary (County Home), located on US 27 across from the 4-H grounds. The history, cost to tax payers and potential future use. The meeting will be held June 8, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), at Freedom Life Church on East Greenville Pike, Winchester, Ind. Representatives from the local Historical Society and Film Maker Group members Dann Allen, Robyn Rodgers, Adam Kimmell will be speaking.

Elections Board meets GREENVILLE – The Darke County Board of Elections will meet for its regularly scheduled meet-

ing on June 8, 2 p.m., at the Board ofﬁce, 300 Garst Ave., Greenville.

I have always believed that Western Ohio is the best place to live, work and rear a JIM BUCHY family. As a OHIO son of WestREPRESENTATIVE ern Ohio, I have seen how our home has changed over the years while at the same time respecting its roots in agriculture and family life. While I have always believed it was the best place to live, we now have some proof thanks to a recent study conducted by Raj Chetty and Nathaniel Hendren of Harvard University. The study was recently published in a New York Times article, tinyurl.com/ GrowingUpInWOH, and

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Rodger and Rodney Armstrong

Armstrong twins celebrate 80 years UNION CITY – Rodger and Rodney Armstrong will soon be celebrating their 80th birthday. They were born June 13, 1935, the pride and joy of their parents, the late Harry and Adene Armstrong. Rodger and Rodney are lifelong residents on their family farm, having lived next to each other their entire lives. In addition to farming, Rodger is retired from the postal service and Rodney continues to work as a crop insurance adjuster. Rodger has been married to Marion (Glenn) for 53 years. They have three children, Rachele (Bill) Marsh, Sharon Armstrong, and David (Rhonda) Armstrong; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Rodney was married to Virginia (Coulter) for 53 years before she passed away in 2010. They have ﬁve children, Cyndi Armstrong, Mark (Shei-

ANSONIA – Does your family like to fish? There will be a free family fishing event held at the Ansonia First Church of God, 750 S. Main St., June 11, 6-9 p.m. Families are welcome to come and fish for the evening and enjoy a time of family fishing fun. The event will provide limited bait and poles if your family is new to fishing and would like to come and try your hand at fishing. The event will be held at the pond and shelter house behind the church. The pond is a catch and release site, so you can catch your fish take a picture and release it to be caught another day. Come and bring your lawn chairs and fishing tackle for a fun evening of fishing. The event is sponsored by the Ansonia First Church of God and the Ohio Division of Wildlife. If you have any questions concerning the event call the church office at 3373945.

la), Paul (Angela), Dan (Charity) Armstrong, and Elisabeth (Michael) Esposito; and seven grandchildren. Their families invite family and friends to celebrate with them by sending cards. Rodger’s address is: 1185 State Route 47 E, Union City, Ohio 45390 and Rodney’s address is: 848 State Route 47 E, Union City, Ohio 45390.

GHS Class of ‘58 luncheon GREENVILLE – The Greenville high School Class of 1958 will hold

its quarterly luncheon on June 12, 1 p.m., at Fairlawn Restaurant.

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Open house for Pearson FT. RECOVERY – The

family of Peggy Pearson invites you to share in the celebration of her 80th birthday at an open house, 1-4 p.m., on June 20. The event will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church (basement), 301 Wayne St., Ft. Recovery. Those unable to attend may send cards and well wishes to 946 Peters Road, Ft. Recovery, Ohio 45846. The family requests no gifts. Hosts for the celebration are her children, David Pearson of Columbus, Toni (Bruce) Persinger, of St. Marys, Marla (Robin) Tuma, of Casper, WY, and Rhonda (Randy) Gaier, of New Bremen.

Chosen Grace at local church

GREENVILLE – The New Beginning Church of God, 802 E. Fourth St., Greenville, will be having a gospel singing on June 13, 6 p.m. The singers will be Chosen Grace from Dayton. Join them for a night of great gospel singing and praise and worship of God.

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“Lefty” and Joan Hartley Reynolds, of Arcanum, will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on June 10. They were married at Arcanum EUB, now Faith United Methodist Church. They have four children: Barbara (Dale) Ganger, Michael Reynolds, Christine (Bill) Whitlow and Carol (Earl) Hightower. They have ﬁve grandchildren and seven great grandchildren: Beth (Jim) Kessler – Nate, Cole, Cate; Craig (Miranda) Ganger – Gracie, Elijah, Hudson; Mary (Ryan) Maimone – Emma; Allen Whitlow; and Sara Hightower. Duane retired from General Motors after 40 years and Joan taught 31 years at Arcanum Butler Local Schools. They are celebrating with family. Please join them in celebrating their 65th anniversary by showering them with cards to: 9 Meadowlawn Drive, Arcanum, Ohio 45304.

GREENVILLE – Joe (Earl) Bredeson, Greenville WWII veteran of the 101st Airborne Division of the U.S. Army, will be speaking at the Greenville First Assembly of God, 7219 State Route 118, on June 7, 6 p.m. Joe will share his testimony of God’s protection and provision during his experiences as an U.S. Army soldier after landing in Normandy, France on D-Day. His unit along with others of the U.S. 1st Army on August 24, 1944 helped liberate Paris from the clutches of the enemy. Joe later worked for

BIBLE SCHOOL

Faith Baptist Church GREENVILLE – Faith Baptist Church, 740 Russ Road, Greenville, is offering kids an epic adventure in their Vacation Bible School June 14-18. The theme is Camp Kilimanjaro. At Camp Kilimanjaro kids enjoy songs, crafts, games, goodies, and dramas as they take an expedition through the Book of Proverbs. Vacation Bible School at Camp Kilimanjaro will be ﬁlled with excitement, so contact the church today. They’re calling all trekkers to join for a great time. The VBS hours will be 6–8:35 p.m. and is open to children ages three (potty trained) through sixth grade. Register online at www.faithgreenville.org. There is a prize for one boy and one girl who preregister. For more information call 548-1808.

5k successful; Friends say thanks GREENVILLE - As part of the Darke County Wellness Challenge, formerly known as Wayne Healthcare Challenge, the Darke County Friends of the Shelter had their second 5K race on April 11 to benefit the Scentral Park dog park. It was again a huge success. There were a large number of participants for this first of a kind event and many runners came with their canine friends. The organization wants to thank everyone who helped to make the second 5K a big success and contributed in the form of a sponsorship or donations. The sponsors were Edgetown Veterinary Clinic and Laser Center, Pooch Parlor, Zeke & Minnie Litchfield, Dr. Barry Family Dentistry, Greenville Federal, Double M Diner, Jeff Hole and Max, Second National Bank, Kline Timber, Majestic Pet Cremation Services, Hartzell Veterinary Service, Arcanum Veterinary Service, Greenville National Bank, Buddy and Turbo Dean, Dr. Tom Brown, Schultz Motors and Matt and Angie Arnold. Many local businesses donated food, water, coupons and more. The donors were Jim Gable Insurance, YMCA, Walmart, Kroger, Brenda’s Beanery, Eileen

Swift & Co. ﬁnally transferring with his wife Denise, now deceased, to Greenville before his retirement in 1985. Pastor Dale Boeger and the congregation of First Assembly of God invite everyone who wants to renew their friendship with Joe or those who want to hear his inspiring and lifechanging testimony.

Litchﬁeld, Taco Bell, KFC, Arcanum Veterinary Service, Boston Stoker, Marco’s Pizza, and John and Heidi Aukerman. Pictures from this event will be on the organization’s website soon, www. darkecountyfriendsoftheshelter.com

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Max and Pat Teegarden

Teegardens celebrate 40th anniversary

UNION CITY, Ind. – Max and Pat Teegarden were married May 31, 1975 at New Lisbon Christian Church in Union City, Ind. by Pastor Earl Lance. Max works at Cal-Maine feed mill, Crop Production in Ansonia, and farming. He is the son of the late Web and Pauline Teegarden. Pat is the daughter of the late Bill and Betty Hylton all from Union City, Ind. The couple has six children, Steve (Aracelias) Teegarden, Angie Ramos, and Betsy (Chad) Clemons, Union City, Ind., Alan (Carol) Teegarden, Michigan, Aaron Teegarden, Ohio and Adam (Jeanne), North Carolina; 11 grandchildren, Thia (Dustin) Garringer, Whitley (Jesse) Thacker, Janiese Ramos, Kayla Teegarden, Kyler, Kelby, Kaden Purdin and Kolson Clemons, Jenni and Jarod Teegarden, and Christiana Teegarden; ﬁve great-grandchildren, Kiearra, Jet and Jack Thacker, Leland and Levi Garringer, and one on the way. They also have one dog, two goats and a barn full of cats. To celebrate their 40th anniversary they are going to a Shania Twain Concert.

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CHURCH & SOCIAL

EUM church offers summer classes GREENVILLE – This summer, EUM Church is hosting several classes that offer enrichment for your spiritual life. Find out how God can work in your life and how He wants you to respond. Classes include: Before Amen – Max Lucado’s Before Amen is a 4-session DVD Study for anyone desiring an improved prayer life. The Best Yes (Women’s Bible Study) – Are you living with stress of an overwhelmed schedule and ache with the sadness of an underwhelmed soul? There’s a difference be-

tween saying yes to God and saying yes to everyone else. ‘The Blesseds’ God’s DNA of the Gospel – Spiritually, the Gospel (the ‘Good News’) of Jesus is the message that beckons all to a new and transformed life. But the foundation of this Gospel is the Sermon on the Mount, and its most basic building blocks are ‘The Blesseds’-The Beatitudes of Jesus. Breathe, Making Room for the Sabbath (Women’s Bible Study) – One of the greatest challenges among women in our culture is

Piels celebrate 60th anniversary ARCANUM – Hilbert and Mary Piel of Arcanum will celebrate their 60th anniversary on June 10, 2015. They were married June 10, 1955, at Saint Marks Lutheran Church, in Toledo. Mary Piel is the owner of Village Flower Shop of Arcanum. Reverend Hilbert Piel is a Lutheran Minister and is retired after serving numerous churches in the Miami Valley including Pitsburg, Ithaca, Piqua and Willowdell. They have four children, Cheryl Piel and her husband Jack Kuhn of Arcanum; Debbie Niekamp and her husband Gene of Versailles; Beth Schiller and her husband Perry of Tipp City; and Jim Piel and wife Beth of Arcanum. They have six grandchildren, Jessica Pahl and her husband Nate; Joel Niekamp and his wife Kara; Alex Niekamp; Adam Schiller; Leah Schiller; and Taylor Piel. Their great grandchildren are Alysson and Hailey Pahl and Logan Nieka-

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Ethan Post

Name: Ethan Frederick Post Age: 3 Years Birthday: June 3 Parents: Heinrick and Jessica (Cohn-Robbins) Post, of Greenville Maternal Grandparents: Tammy and Jeff Wolf, of Whitehouse, Jeff and Nicole Robbins, of Greenville Paternal Grandparents: Dan and Heidi Linebaugh, of Union City, Henry Post, of Greenville Maternal Great Grandparents: Terry and Marilyn Holman, of Greenville, Richard Robbins, of Greenville, Mike and Shirley May, of Willshire Paternal Great Grandparents: Ruby Bartos, of Eldorado, Lester and Nancy Linebaugh, of Union City

taking time to stop and cease from all the activities and busyness and just breathe. Discovering Your Purpose – Understand who God has uniquely made you to be as you go through a series of assessments that leads you to discover your unique blend of spiritual gifts, personal style and ministry passion. Basic Christianity – As a new believer, it’s vital that you understand the foundations of the Christian faith so that you can build upon it and grow closer to God and to others.

Remnant Class – They will continue to focus the heart. Life, with all of its bewildering relationships, zooms toward us from all directions at the speed of light. We could use some help grappling with those realities. Classes begin the week of June 7. Visit their website at www.eumchurch. org and check out all our class opportunities in our Connection Catalog. Registrations may also be done online at http://www.eumchurch/their website or by calling the church ofﬁce at 548-3211.

BIBLE SCHOOL

The Ansonia United Methodist Church, West High and Pearl Streets, will be hosting Vacation Bible School on June 2226, 9-11:30 a.m. This year’s theme is G-Force. They will be having a lot of fun with Bible stories, crafts, recreation, discovery time, music and refreshments. Come and invite a friend. For more information, contact Paula Moody, 547-1124 or Mary Moyers, 338-4798.

GREENVILLE – The East Main Church of Christ, 419 E. Main St., Greenville invites all children to join them at their Vacation Bible School, “SonSpark Labs” It will be held June 14-18, 6-8:30 p.m. Vacation Bible School is open to children preschool age through sixth grade. On Thursday night only, class time and a craft or recreation time will be held followed by the closing program. Parents, family and friends are all invited to attend the closing program. There will be snacks following the program. “We’re ready for a Vacation Bible School your children will never forget,” said Deb Tyo, this year’s VBS director. “SonSpark Labs creates a fun and engaging discovery lab where children will have a great time singing fun songs, creating crafts, enjoying snacks and playing games. But most importantly, they’ll discover that God’s plan for everyone is Jesus! We’re looking forward to sharing this exciting event with the children and parents in our neighborhood and all others interested in attending. Through their experiments they will discover the formula that God’s Plan is 2 Make Us! 2 Be With Us! 4 Us 2 Know Him! 2 Save Us! and 2 Love Us 4-Ever,” said Tyo. Call the church at 5471557 with any questions about registration for VBS or for more information.

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mp. Mr. and Mrs. Piel celebrated their anniversary with a dinner hosted by their children at the Thirsty Turtle, Greenville. If you would like to celebrate with them feel free to call them or send cards to their home at 3457 Arcanum Bears Mill, Arcanum 45304.

Florence Magoto

Magoto is 94 GREENVILLE – Florence (Hoblit) Magoto, 220 Central Ave., Greenville, will be celebrated her 94th birthday on June 6 (DDay).

Bob and Margaret Hartzell

Hartzells anniversary

DARKE CO. – Bob and Margaret Hartzell will be observing their 50th wedding anniversary on June 11. They were married at the Methodist Church in Bradford. They are the parents of two sons: Dr. Charles Hartzell (Sue Ann), and Joseph Hartzell (Carmen). They have ﬁve grandchildren: Lauren, Warren, Ben, Daniel, and Kate. Bob is actively engaged in farming, and Margaret continues to privately teach music. They will celebrate with family and friends at a later date.

Ralph Rhoades

Rhoades will turn 89

WINCHESTER, Ind. – Ralph Rhoades will be celebrating his 98th birthday on June 18. Shower him with well wishes and cards be sending to the Randolph Co. Nursing Home, 701 S. Oak St., Room 104, Winchester, Ind. 47394.

WU students recognized SPRINGFIELD – Concluding a day-long Celebration of the Liberal Arts at Wittenberg University, the campus community celebrated the achievements of students and faculty members at the annual Honors Convocation. The following local Wittenberg students were recognized for their commitment to academic excellence: Hannah Lehman, of Pitsburg, and Katie Harman, of Arcanum, were inducted into Pick and

Pen. Pick and Pen is a junior honorary emphasizing leadership, service and scholarship. Rebecca Shrefﬂer, of Versailles, was inducted into Mortar Board. Mortar Board is a national senior honorary recognizing scholarship, leadership and service. She also received an award from the Chemistry Department. The Dayton Section of the American Chemical Society Patterson Award is given to the outstanding junior chemistry major.

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Health Dept. offers free HPV vaccine GREENVILLE – The Darke County Health Department, 300 Garst Ave., Greenville, is sponsoring a special clinic in June for all the students who received their ﬁrst dose of HPV (Gardasil) at their Tdap clinic in April. The clinic will be on June 17, 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., so these same students can receive their second free dose of HPV, which is provided free of charge for these students in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Health, and the VFC program. If you cannot attend this special clinic, come to

their regular weekly clinic on Tuesdays. Over 100 doses of the Gardasil vaccine, which helps prevent cervical cancer and genital warts, were given at their drive-thru clinic, and the staff at the Health Department is looking forward to seeing everyone return for the second free dose. If you missed this great opportunity in April, the HPV vaccine is available at our weekly Tuesday clinic. The Health Department accepts most Insurances, Medicaid, and cash or check. Please call if there are any questions, 548-4196.

Gamma Epsilon’s 50th anniversary GREENVILLE – On June 3, Gamma Epsilon Chapter of Lambda Chi Omega will celebrate 50 years of commitment and service in the Greenville community. Lambda Chi Omega Sorority is a national philanthropic sorority organized in 1923. The purpose of the sorority is to stimulate and promote interest in fraternity, social development, charity and education. Their national charities are Berea College, Berea, Ky., Children’s Hospital, Richmond, Va., and Girls’ Ranch, Ariz. (discontinued in June 2010). Gamma Epsilon Chapter was organized in 1965 with 12 members. The chapter has been involved in a number of fundraising activities through the year: bake and garage sales, fashion shows, rafﬂes, card parties, dances, concession stands at various community events, published and sold three cookbooks and selling ads for the Darke County Fair Race Programs. Local charities and activities supported by the

Gamma Epsilon Chapter include LCO Gamma Epsilon Scholarship (given each year to a high school senior entering a healthcare ﬁeld), sponsorship of community blood drawings, donations to FISH, Youth for Christ, Wayne Hospital Children’s Fund, Mitten Tree, Special Olympics, Heartland of Greenville, Brethren Retirement Community, Shelter from Violence, Reading is Fundamental, Greenville Public Library, support of troops overseas and Garst Museum. In addition to their 50 year celebration, they will recognize and honor two of Gamma Epsilon’s charter members who have been active the entire 50 years – Linda Trostle Rehmert and Charlotte Snider Wright. They currently have nine active members who have been active for 40, 30, 20 and 10 years – Becky Luce, president, Barbara Anthony, Pam Aukerman, Jerri Oliver, Judy Miller, Linda Rehmert, Debbie Shoemaker, Jane Williamson and Charlotte Wright.

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Greenville, with Pastor Bill Baker ofﬁciating. Burial is in Brock Cemetery. In lieu of ﬂowers memorial contributions may be made to Faith Baptist Church, Greenville, or the Cancer Association of Darke County. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

FRITZ – Donald D.

Fritz, 81, of Greenville, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at his residence. He was born April 30, 1934 at Versailles, to the late David and Clara (Schwierking) Fritz. He is survived by his son and daughter in law: Kevin and Kim Fritz of Greenville; grandson and wife: Matthew and Jody Fritz of Marysville; granddaughter: Amanda Fritz of Dayton; grandson: Levi McCuiston of Arizona; great grandchildren: Landon and Layla Fritz; brothers and sisters in law: Clifford and Frances Fritz of Bradford, David Clarence and Barbara Fritz of Greenville, sisters: Carol Fritz of Piqua, and Rita Fritz of Greenville, sisters in law: Avesta Fritz of Union City, Ohio, Judy Fritz of Greenville; and many nieces, nephews and in laws from his wife’s family. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife: Donna Kay (Rhoades) Fritz whom he married October 4, 1958. His sisters and brothers in law: Loretta and Alton Millet, Anna Belle and Gene Brewer; brothers and sisters in law: Edwin and Fay Fritz, Walter Fritz, Phyllis Fritz Koetter, John and Whilma Fritz, Lloyd Fritz, Robert Fritz. He attended school in Versailles and North Star; worked at Union City Body Company and farmed for many years. He loved his family, his church and Gospel Music. He was a faithful member of the Faith Baptist Church, Greenville. Services were held Saturday, June 6, 2015 at Faith Baptist Church,

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MURPHY – Molly Elizabeth Murphy – On May 29, 2015, our little angel, Molly, left this world and went to be with Jesus that loved her so. Molly leaves behind her Daddy and Mommy, Kerry and Sarah (Davis) Murphy, her big sissy Marissa and her medium big sissy, Delaney; also her paternal grandparents Papaw Roger and Grandma Carolyn (Martin/Murphy) Thobe of Maria Stein, her maternal grandparents, Papaw John and Mamaw Susan (Hill) Davis of Pleasant Hill, and her maternal great-papaw, Gerald “Jar” Davis of Bradford, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Those preceding her in death are her paternal grandpa, Alan Murphy, maternal great grandma, Mary (Gibson) Davis, paternal great grandparents Robert and Florence Murphy and Lowell and Kathleen Martin, Tom and Hazel Hill. Funeral services were held Thursday, June 4, at Troy Church of the Nazarene, 1200 Barnhart Road, Troy, with interment following at Miami Memorial Park, Covington. Online memories may be left for the family at www.jackson-sarver. com. WEAVER – Joan K.

Weaver, 73, of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2015 at 8:30 a.m. at her residence. She was born January 18, 1942 in Greenville, the daughter of the late Raymond and Mary Margaret (Eikenberry) Hamilton. She worked at Neff Lettering for 30 years. She loved to travel and go on short train rides.

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She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary; and the Greenville Eagles Ladies Auxiliary. She is preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband: Roger A. Weaver of Greenville whom she married December 21, 1962; her children and spouse: Teresa Fellers of Greenville, Ted and Tina Weaver of Union City, Ohio, Kay Goubeaux of Greenville, and Rodney Weaver of Greenville; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; brothers and sisters in law: Bob and Treva Hamilton of Ansonia, and Jim and Thelma Hamilton of Coletown. Services were held Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Darke County Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

WOLFORD – Elizabeth Marlene Wolford, 76, of Union City, Ohio passed away Saturday afternoon, May 16, 2015 at her residence, with family by her side. She was born September 29, 1938 in Darke County, the daughter of Everette and Sarah Ellen (Shafer) Beanblossom. Marlene had worked in the Deli Department for Marsh Supermarket for the past ﬁve years. She loved her family and will be greatly missed by many. She leaves to cherish her memory a son, Kenneth Wayne Wolford (wife, Cynthia) of Union City, OH; three daughters, Sherry Kreiner (husband, Ed) of Union City, OH, Kelly Brewer (husband, Terry) of Union City, OH and Diane Liles (husband, Jerry) of Springboro, OH; a brother, Kenneth “Pete” Beanblossom (wife, Jeanette) of Union City, OH; and a sister, Betty Davis of Sydney, OH; 10 grandchildren; and 10 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Jim Beanblossom; and a sister, Phyllis Winkle. At Marlene’s request, there will be no visitation or services. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice of Darke County or Cancer Association of Darke County. Fraze-Brooks has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.wilsonshookfuneralhomes.com.

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nie Mae (Bancroft) Veteran Richeson, 47, of Crestview, Fla. and formerly of Greenville, entered into rest on May 25, 2015. She was born Dec. 26, 1967 to Neal and Ilona Bancroft, of Greenville. Melanie graduated from Greenville High School and served 11 years in the U.S. Army. She earned a Masters Degree from St. Leos University, Tampa, Fla. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Gary Richeson, of Crestview, Fla.; a son, Anthony, of Crestview, Fla.; sisters, Kelley Brandt, of Wakarusa, Ind. and Constance Knowles, of Jacksonville, Fla.; brothers, Patrick Bancroft, of Arcanum, and Lee Bancroft, of Greenville; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Whitehurst-Powell Funeral Home in Crestview, Fla. with Rev. Dr. Bob Lutz of St. Paul Lutheran Church, Niceville, Fla. ofﬁciating. Military Honors were presented by the Ft. Rucker Army Post, Dale County, Alabama.

MCCULLOUGH – Dorsa M. (Rodeheffer) McCullough, 91 of Greenville, died Wednesday, May 27, 2015. Services were held Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Teegarden Cemetery. GUINAUGH – Denice E. Guinaugh, 54, of Arcanum, died Monday, June 1, 2015. Funeral Services were held Friday, June 5, 2015 at Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial is in Ithaca Cemetery. CERNY – Daryl D.

Cerny, 87, of GreenVeteran ville, died Monday, June 1, 2015. A celebration of Daryl’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Greenville First Assembly of God 7219 St. Rt. 118 North, Greenville. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1-2 p.m. in the church fellowship hall.

BERGER – Dennis E. Berger, 59, of Versailles, died Thursday, June 4, 2015. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles. The family will receive friends on Monday from 4-8 p.m. and Tuesday morning from 9-10 a.m. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles.

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R Eberwein, 68, Veteran of Arcanum, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, June 8, 2015 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends Sunday

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EMRICK – Mark Alan Emrick, 62, of Sundance, WY and formerly of Greenville, died Thursday May 28, 2015. Family was at Fidler-Roberts & Isburg Funeral Chapel in Sundance on Tuesday, June 2 to receive condolences.

DCCA celebrates successful season GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts recognizes the community for their support of the arts and a successful 2014-2015 Roots & Wings season. “YOU truly are the ROOTS that give DCCA and the arts in Darke County WINGS,” shared Andrea Jordan, DCCA executive director. Over 35 years ago, DCCA’s roots were started and a beautiful legacy began. Today, the lives of students, families, patrons and community members are enriched by the arts. Your dedication to DCCA’s mission branches throughout Darke County making this a great place to live.” In the 2014-2015 season, DCCA spread it wings to bring The McCartney Years, comedian Dan St. Paul and Grammy Award winning zydeco artist Terrence Simien. As well as the innovative percussion ensemble SCRAP ARTS MUSIC, who wowed the Artists Series audience and junior high students as part of their Arts in Education outreach. Growing through the arts...every student in Darke County public schools attended an Arts in Education program geared to their speciﬁc grade level, and designed to engage, educate and entertain. Because of community support through sponsorships, memberships and grants DCCA is able to keep ticket prices low and continue to introduce new audiences to the wonder of live theater. This seasons Family Theatre Series welcomed the return of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, which sold out Memorial Hall and charmed,

young and old alike. DCCA encourages growth through the arts, with the Summer Residency by The Missoula Children’s Theatre and the annual High School Art Exhibit shown in the Anna Bier Gallery. The secret is out on DCCA’s fantastic Coffee House Series, numerous performances brought in record attendance for the 2014-2015 series. Patrons enjoyed talented artists and sharing the unique arts experience that this series provides. From A DCCA Night at the Oscars with Toledo Symphony Orchestra to Wine & Jazz with Daron Bell and DCCA on the Road, DCCA’s 20142015 Roots &Wings season delighted returning patrons and entertained new audiences, pleasantly surprised by what DCCA has to offer. “Thank you all for seeing the value of the arts to our community and helping DCCA to fulfill its mission of enriching lives and growing through the arts,” concluded Jordan. DCCA’s desire is to offer quality programming, encouraging cultural enrichment in our community, and to do our part to make Darke County, Ohio a great place to live. For more information, contact the DCCA office at 547-0908 or www.CenterForArts. net. Darke County Center for the Arts presents and promotes performing and fine arts, encouraging cultural enrichment. DCCA is also committed to the preservation of Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall as an important cultural center in the community.

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Participants/sponsors needed for parade VERSAILLES – The Versailles VFW and American Legion invites you to participate in the Military section of the Poultry Days parade on June 13. They hope to see veterans from every military branch. Your attire can range from full military dress to a patriotic cap. It’s all about demonstrating our love for this great nation, which has been discounted by many in today’s world. You are being called up to unite in brotherhood with every US veteran in our locale to exhibit the depth of our hearts ongoing willingness to defend the United States of America. There will be two people haulers, as well as enough military trucks for all to ride. Parade line up will be

at the IGA starting at 10:15 a.m. Prior to the parade, Johns IGA will be serving breakfast at their location to our past and present military staring at 7 a.m. There will also be a limited number of attendance gifts. Any individual, club or business that would like to sponsor a veteran for the day may make a contribution by check payable to the Versailles V.F.W Post #3849 c/o Dave Miller, 9432 Barnes Rd. Versailles, Ohio 45380 or it may be dropped off at the Club. You have the choice of 1) naming your veteran, 2) donating in memory of a veteran, or 3) allowing them to select a veteran. Your name will be listed as a sponsor unless you speciﬁcally request ano-

Enter or visit Poultry Days ﬂower show VERSAILLES – The Versailles Garden Club will again be sponsoring a ﬂower show during Poultry Days June 12-14. The site will again be in the old high school building with the entrance at the back of the building near the old band room and old shop classroom. There will be signs at the outside door to let you know where they are. Visit the Poultry Days website for information Classes, Divisions and Rules. Entries will begin at 9:30 a.m. and be completed by 11:30 a.m. - which is onehalf earlier than before and the judging will be at 1 p.m.; please be aware of the time

change. The open judging will begin at 1 p.m. and may last until 3 p.m. Award winners will have pictures taken immediately after completion of judging. For further information, visit www.versaillespoultrydays.com and click on Flower Show under the Activities heading. Also be sure to check the tips for entering specimens, which is included on the website with the Flower Show. If anyone plans to have a lot of entries, contact Judy Shappie, 526-4256, and they will bring the entry tags for you to ﬁll out ahead of time.

nymity. All funds will used for the veterans. If you have any questions, contact Dave Miller at davem@pfpfoam. com or 526-3836. Current sponsors include: several anonymous gifts; American Legion Post #435, Versailles; Allen Francis; Betty Kremer in recognition of Tony Kremer, David “Red” Kremer, Dale George, and Chuck Langenkamp; Carolyn Phelan; Kathy and Dave Miller in recognition of Michael Miller; Jim Buchy; Johns IGA; John Paulus in recognition of West Point Lieutenants Prakel and Mescher; Judge Julia Monnin and family; Jenny Condon In Memory of James Condon; Leona Camacho In Memory of Jesse Camacho (Army); Moran Tool; Modern Mothers; Precision Fab Products; Versailles Poultry Days; VFW Post #3849 Versailles; and Women’s Auxiliary Post #3849, Versailles.

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Six ladies honored for preserving history VERSAILLES – May was National Preservation Month and to celebrate the Versailles Area Historical Society will honor six living historians in its inaugural “Preservation Award”. These ladies have written and or in other ways preserved our local history over the years. Several years ago the Society’s board met with a representative of the Ohio Historical Society and he encouraged them to preserve their stories. The six ladies selected this year to be recognized have done this in extraordinary ways. Ruth Ann Pleiman of Russia compiled the Russia history for the nation’s Bicentennial and continues to keep the proud history of this community alive. Marianne (Monnin) Doyle created a newsletter to celebrate and keep the French culture alive for future generations. Gail (Pitenbarger) Brandewie helped give

voice to her father’s early reels of video of Versailles businesses and updated it several times through the years. Again keeping our story alive! Ruth (Wagner) Schieltz helped record local church histories and advised many on searching for their roots. Lois Ann (Judy) Baker traveled the countryside rediscovering lost history and cemeteries to remind future generations of who we were and are. Juanita (Baltes) Gerling devoted her life to writing and especially sharing our story with all who would listen that we might tell it to our children. These extraordinary ladies will be recognized on June 7, 1 p.m., at the museum for their gifts of preservation to our communities and to give the community the opportunity to say thank-you for their generous gift of preserving our past for the future.

T&C Players present Mary Poppins VERSAILLES – The Versailles Towne & Country Players are proud to present the popular Disney musical, “Mary Poppins”. Performances will be held at the Versailles Performing Arts Center on June 10, 11, 18, 19 and 20. Shows begin at 7:30 p.m., except on June 20, with a matinee performance at 2 p.m. To reserve your seat, call 564-6415. Adults tickets are $12 and students $8. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney ﬁlm, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500

performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven TONY Awards, including Best Musical. The jack-of-all-trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and memorable adventures, but Jane and Michael aren’t the only ones she has a profound effect upon. Even grown-ups can learn a lesson or two from the nanny who advises that “Anything can happen if you let it.”

Park District Board meeting GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District Board of Commissioners’ regular board meeting has been changed to June

11, 4 p.m., in the Tecumseh Room of the Shawnee Prairie Nature Education Center, 4267 St. Rt. 502 W., Greenville.

POULTRY DAYS TOUR Versailles Health Care Center is inviting the community in to tour the health care center and rehab gym on Wednesday June 10, 2015 from 5-8 pm.

Those who tour will get a free Poultry Days T-shirt and can enter to win a Family Fun Pack for Poultry Days weekend valued at approximately $250! Will include ride bracelets, chicken dinner tickets and band boosters food coupons! Current employees are not eligible to win but friends and family are welcome!!!!

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Sterling House ready for new name GREENVILLE – If something seems a little different to you the next time you are near Sterling House/ ClareBridge of Greenville don’t be surprised. Its new name of Brookdale Greenville will reﬂect its connection to the Brookdale senior living family and the large network of services it provides for senior adults. Not only is Sterling House/ ClareBridge of Greenville changing its name, so are other Brookdale communities across Ohio “We are very excited about this change,” said Shelli Jackson, executive director of Sterling House/ ClareBridge of Greenville. “Becoming a part of Brookdale shows that we are a part of something bigger and that we are engaged in a nationwide mission to provide seniors with the highest quality care, service and living accommodations.” Brookdale, headquartered near Nashville, is the nation’s largest operator of senior living services. With approximately 1,150

communities in 46 states, Brookdale operates independent living, assisted living, and dementia-care communities and continuing care retirement centers. “At a Brookdale community, you know the people who work there have a passion for helping seniors and ﬁnding them solutions to the needs in their lives,” Jackson continued. “Our associates have always provided exemplary care for our residents and that will not change. We are proud of the care we have provided in Greenville Ohio in the past and look forward to continuing to provide and elevating that level of care in the future as part of the Brookdale family.” Contact Shelli Jackson executive director, to chat more about the change or to get a tour of the community. The name change will take place on June 16, 11 a.m., at Sterling House/ ClareBridge of Greenville, 1401 N. Broadway, Greenville.

Register now for annual Ag Safety Day GREENVILLE – Farm Safety 4 Just Kids will present its annual Progressive Ag Safety Day on June 16 at the Darke County Fairgrounds (Youth Building). This event is designed for children ages 7-13 and will feature many fun activities that will teach local youth how to stay safe. Children will be divided into ﬁve groups that will rotate through the safety sessions. These sessions include ATV, gun, lawn mower, ﬁre and drug safe-

ty. Progressive Ag Safety Day begins at 9 a.m. with registration and ends at 2 p.m. Lunch will be served and participants receive a t-shirt. Registration is limited to the ﬁrst 100 kids. The registration fee is $3 (adults are free). For more information or to register, contact Rhonda Kress, 7972 Graw Road, Arcanum, Ohio 45304, email rhondajkress@gmail.com or call 417-7412.

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Jim Kleefeld kicked off the Greenville Library’s Family Fun Day on June 3.

Family Fun Day at Greenville Library GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library kicked off its summer programs on June 3 with “Family Fun Day” on the Library lawn. All-time favorite Jim Kleefeld entertained with “Hero Magic” which included stories and tales mixed with magic. Jim’s new show sparkled with tricks, comedy, and interaction. “Family Fun Day” continues every Wednesday

through July. In case of rain they’ll meet at the First Congregational Christian Church Activity Building on Fifth Street. A thank you is extended to the Friends of the Library and the Steyer Family Trust for their generous sponsorship of “Family Fun Days.” While at the Library sign up for Summer Reading and win prizes.

Discussing Nutrition and Diabetes Myths GREENVILLE – There are many myths about diabetes that make it hard for people with diabetes to know what to believe. These myths can create a picture of diabetes that is not accurate and full of stereotypes and stigma. A lot of individuals tend to give us “helpful hints”; however, sometimes they are based only in a thread of truth. Join Karen Droesch RD, LD, CDE the Diabetic Educator from Wayne HealthCare to dispel common diabetes myths doing the presentation “Nutrition and Diabetes Myths”.

When it comes to diet advice, everyone has an opinion. However, when you’re living with diabetes you need to make diet choices based on fact, not ﬁction. The program will focus on nutritional myths surrounding diabetes. They will also discuss some myths regarding living with diabetes and diabetes care. The presentation will be held June 9, 6 p.m., in the 3rd ﬂoor conference room at Wayne HealthCare. The program is free to attend. If you have questions about the program, call 547-5750.

GREENVILLE – Do you have (or are you building up your) clerical skills? If so, it’s time to take the next step and volunteer at Darke County Parks’ Reception Desk. At the reception desk you get the chance to meet new people, answer the telephone, register participants for programs, operate the gift shop and much more. Darke County Parks is

in need of a receptionist Monday through Saturday with a morning shift from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and afternoon shift from 1-5 p.m. Whether you can work once a month or once a week, they would love to have you volunteer. Contact DCP Volunteer Coordinator, Laura Schwieterman at 548-0165 or via email at lschwieterman@ darkecountyparks.org.

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DARKE COUNTY SCHOOL NEWS

Grant Brown earns $1,500 scholarship

Karr Stump and Riley Miller were recognized with Zach Garbig and Larissa Beisner Awards.

Stump and Miller receive awards ARCANUM – Zach Garbig and Larissa Beisner were students at Arcanum Schools who lost their battles to illness. Each year the Arcanum Butler Parent Teacher Organization celebrates their lives, honors their memories, and keeps their spirits alive by selecting two students to recognize as they exit ﬁfth grade with the Zach Garbig and Larissa Beisner Awards.

Students were nominated by their teachers based on their strong character, dedication to excellence, ability to persevere during tough times, and capacity to enjoy life. The nominees were evaluated and narrowed the pool down to one boy and one girl who best represented the spirit of Zach and Larissa. This year’s awardees are Karr Stump and Riley Miller.

LAURA – Franklin Monroe High School student Grant Brown has been awarded a $1,500 scholarship from America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders, a new program sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. Brown, of Laura, will attend Ohio State University at Lima to major in agricultural systems management and pursue a career in farm management. “Grant is a great person, a leader in the classroom, community and out on the athletic ﬁeld,” said Jason Wood, principal at Franklin Monroe High School. “He is driven to be successful and goes above and beyond to make sure he reaches his goals.” The future of agricul-

ture relies on talented young people like Brown to fill thousands of jobs in a variety of fields, such as plant science, engineering, communications, finance and more. Grow Ag Leaders encourages rural youth to remain in agriculture and provides scholarships to support their education. Grow Ag Leaders scholarships, administered by the National FFA Organization, are available to high school seniors and college students pursuing degrees in ag-related fields. To be considered, each applicant is required to receive endorsements from at least three local farmers. Thanks to farmers and a successful six-

sixth grade students, seventh grade Young Artist class and high school art students, several of which were demonstrating their creative abilities throughout the evening. Also on display, was work by students in Matt Grote’s eighth grade Digital Design class. Rounding out this cultural evening was the Middle School/High School Spring Band Concert, conducted my Band Director Doug Albright. What a wonderful, well attended evening it was.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Junior High Jazz Band, under the direction of Brian McKibben, recently traveled to Columbus, Ohio as guests of Representative Jim Buchy. The Jazz Band, made up of seventh and eighth grade band students, performed in concert at the James A. Rhodes State Ofﬁce Tower. Following their performance the students were treated to lunch and then took part in a tour of the Ohio State-

house. During lunch, students spent time speaking with Representative Buchy who discussed topics of government, how the House of Representatives functions as a law making body and his role in the House of Representatives. Students also reviewed how many Senators (33) and Representatives (99) held ofﬁce and how bills are introduced and become law. He also answered student and chaperone questions.

Brandon Fourman, Valedictorian

Amanda Michael, Salutatorian

Fourman/Michael at top of Arcanum class ARCANUM – Arcanum High School held its annual Commencement on May 31, 2 p.m., in the high school gymnasium. Eighty-one students are expected to graduate. This year’s valedictorian is Brandon Fourman, son of Bob and Barb Fourman. He will be

attending Wright State University in the fall, majoring in Biological Sciences. The Salutatorian is Amanda Michael. Amanda is the daughter of Terry and Georgia Michael. She will be attending Kent State University, majoring in Fashion Design.

Winners of Ohio Farmers Union Poster Contest at both the state and county levels, Division II are Luke Swenson and Alexis Slade of East Elementary in Greenville.

Farmers Union state and county winners GREENVILLE – Two students from East Elementary School in Greenville were Division II winners of the 2015 Ohio Farmers Union poster contest and they also won prizes at the county level. The theme for this year’s contest was “Renewable sources of energy such as wind and solar” and Alexis Slade and Luke Swenson won ﬁrst and second place, respectively, at the state level. Patrick Woehl, art teacher, presented infor-

mation on different forms of renewable energy to the students and then allowed them to create their own interpretations of how these types of energy generation could be used in our state and locally in the county. The monetary prizes from the state are $75 for ﬁrst place awards and $50 for second place awards. As a testament to his generosity, young Master Swenson donated his award from the OFU to the school’s art class for supplies.

state pilot launch in 2014, the program was expanded across the country. With support from the Monsanto Fund, more than $500,000 in scholarships has been awarded to stu-

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GJHS Jazz Band performs in Columbus

Students show off art work at Arcanum ARCANUM – May 7 at Arcanum Butler Schools was a special evening, beginning with the annual Arcanum K-12 Art Show, ﬁlling the small gym to the brim with wonderful, creative art work by the students in the community. K-5 Art teacher Heather Wackler’s theme this year was Art Around The World, which took visitors on a visual journey to such countries as Australia, Germany and Egypt. Kathy Pugh proudly displayed the work of her

Pictured are Kevin Marten (Monsanto Representative) Debbie Morehead, Grant Brown (scholarship recipient) and Bill Bowers (Monsanto representative)

Erin Frederick and Cameron Frederick, Versailles Elementary, were the OFU Poster Contest Winners in Division I and III.

Local students win poster contest VERSAILLES – Two students from Versailles Elementary School in Greenville were Division I and Division III winners of the 2015 Ohio Farmers Union poster contest and they also won prizes at the Darke County level. The theme for this

year’s contest was “Renewable sources of energy such as wind and solar”. Erin Frederick won a first place award in Division I, second grade at the state level and Cameron Frederick won a first place award in Division III, fifth Grade at the state level.

Mr. Buchy stressed the importance of hard work and doing well in school. The students and adults thoroughly enjoyed the visit and time spent with Representative Jim Buchy. The guided tour of our Ohio Statehouse was very interesting and educational, as well. Students were guided, by a retired history teacher, through the expansive Greek Revival building that has a footprint of two acres. Students were able to see the chambers of both the Senate and House of Representatives. Students were also able to view the historic 1945 painting by Howard Chandler of the 1795 signing of the Treaty of Greenville as well as

many other historical artifacts. The GJHS Jazz Band is one of the activities in which Junior High Band members may choose to participate. The Jazz Band meets before school each Wednesday and is designed to give students, of any band instrument, an additional outlet to use and improve their musical skills. The Jazz Band is also used as an avenue to begin students on drum set, bass guitar, guitar, and keyboards and as a stepping stone into the GHS Jazz Scene. The Junior High Band Program includes and emphasizes the concert bands, solo and ensemble participation, and the jazz band.

Wenig earns Lead the Way scholarship

VERSAILLES – Versailles High School senior Hannah Wenig has earned a $1,000 scholarship for her creative approach to encouraging classmates to donate blood in the annual Community Blood Center/Vectren Lead the Way Creative Scholarship competition. Hannah is among ﬁve 2015 Lead the Way Scholarship winners from high schools in Montgomery, Shelby, and Darke County. Also awarded $1,000 for college tuition assistance are: Marcus Jordan from Trotwood-Madison High School; Ashley Keller from Lehman Catholic High School in Sidney; Kyle Szwajkos from Christian Academy Schools in Sidney; and Eric Wathen from Miami Valley Career Technology Center in Englewood. Applicants were challenged to create a campaign theme for a high school blood drive. The scholarship winners found inspiration in favorite games or movies, challenges at school, and national news headlines. They expressed their ideas in clever campaign slogans, and designed tshirts, brochures, posters or a video as recruitment tools. Hannah Wenig lives in Versailles. She was inspired by the popular board game “Monopoly” to create a clever “get out of jail card” theme for blood drive posters and

hall passes “Motivating students to give blood at their high school blood drive can sometimes be a tricky task,” she said. “A clever, student-focused campaign slogan is needed to grab a young person’s attention.” “I took the idea of the ‘get out of jail free’ card and altered it into a card that gets students ‘out of class’ for free instead,” she said. Even if a student only participates to get out of class, the purpose is reached as up to three lives may be saved in the process. It is important to know the impact blood contribution has on society, and this knowledge may spur students to continue donating in the future.” Hannah said she wants to study nursing at Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Ind. “because of my compassion for others. I am interested in neonatal nursing and would love to work with babies.” 2015 Lead the Way scholarship applicant videos and samples of winning artwork will be available at: www.GivingBlood. org/giving-back/reward. The Lead the Way Creative Scholarship for High School Seniors is made possible by a $5,000 grant from Vectren. It is open to all graduating, collegebound seniors in CBC’s 15county region whose high school hosts a CBC blood drive.

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Towne Squares plan bus trip to festival

Ohio Valley British Brass Band

OVBB Band opens concert series GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Brass Band will perform in the Marling Band Shelter on June 12, 7 p.m., to open the Summer Concert Series for the Greenville City Park. The Ohio Valley British Brass Band was founded in February 1992 by Francis Laws and the late Ed Nickol and since January 2009 has been under the leadership of music director Michael Gallehue. The 45-member ensemble is comprised of professional musicians, active as well as retired educators at the secondary and collegiate levels, students, and lay people from the Miami Valley. The bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mission is to perform a variety of worthwhile and engaging literature while providing an opportunity for the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ nest brass players to participate in a quality musical ensemble. Since its inception the OVBBB has played extensively throughout southwestern Ohio and northern Kentucky, including featured performances with the Cincinnati Pops and Dayton Philharmonic Orchestras. The OVBBB has also performed for the Ohio Music Education Association Professional Development Conference, the American School Band Directors Association State Convention, and was the keynote performing ensemble at the Wisconsin Brass Band Festival in Oshkosh,

Wisconsin. Over the past 20 years the OVBBB has been joined by guest performers of local, national, and international acclaim, including trumpet virtuoso Allen Vizzuti and John Philip Sousa IV, great grandson of the famous American composer and bandmaster. The band plays a variety of musical repertoire, appropriate and suitable to its audienceâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;including marches, overtures, show tunes, light classics, popular music, and patriotic selections. The OVBBB is pleased to accept an invitation from the Greenville Park Board to perform an outdoor concert at the Marling Band Shell in City Park. For this performance the band has selected a program of European and American music representing a variety of popular styles. Included are British and Salvation Army marches, Joseph Willcox Jenkinsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x153;American Overture,â&#x20AC;? music commemorating the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II, and a special arrangement of the 1949 ďŹ lm score, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Down to the Sea in Shipsâ&#x20AC;? by the bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tenor horn soloist and arranger, Tad Stewart. Also featured on the program is a euphonium duet by Francis Laws and Brent Hayden performing selections from Georges Bizetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular opera â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carmen.â&#x20AC;? They hope you will join them for this entertaining

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The wheels on the bus go round and round all the way to the Shipshewana Quilt Festival. Join the Towne Squares Quilt Club on June, 27, for a one-day bus trip to the Quilt Festival. Once the bus arrives in Shipshewana, you are on your own to â&#x20AC;&#x153;ooh and ahâ&#x20AC;? over approximately 200 juried quilts. Vendors from around the country will also showcase new and exciting products at the Vendor Show. There are many local eateries and quaint shops in the area surrounding the festival including the Yoder Department Store and The Cotton Corner quilt shops. On the way to Shipshewana, the bus will stop at Fabrics & Friends Quilt Shoppe in Roanoke, Ind. This unique shop is a Victorian house containing over 10,000 bolts of fabric such as Moda, Robert Hoffman, batiks, Michael Millerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fairy Frost, ďŹ&#x201A;annels, and novelty, patriotic and season prints. There is something for everyone. This quilt shop is not to be missed. The cost of the bus trip is $50, which includes admission to the Quilt Festival. The $50 fee is nonrefundable after June 23. Lunch will be provided at the Fabrics & Friends Quilt Shoppe. The bus will stop in Ft. Wayne for supper after leaving the Quilt Festival. Jaylene Garbig is the contact person for Towne Squares Quilt Club. You can reach her at 423-0087 or email jaylenegarbig@ hotmail.com for more information. Checks should be made payable to Towne Squares Quilt Club and mailed to Jaylene at 608 Central Avenue, Greenville, Ohio 45331. The bus will arrive

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2014-15 school year a ‘positive experience’ at GCSD BOB ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – “This year has been a positive experience,” said Greenville City Schools Superintendent Douglas Fries. “Our report card continues to show positive growth…” He noted in “Value Added” – which addresses student improvement – the District had attained the highest level possible. GHS graduated 90.9 percent of its 4-year seniors in 2015; when adding seniors who needed the ﬁfth year to graduate, it increased to 91.4 percent. Noting the OGT (Ohio Graduation Test) has more indicators than previous tests, Fries added the District made nine out of 10 of them.

“Entrance to the high school is from the back only during the summer.” GCSD was also making strides with its online testing mandate… PARCC, AIR, end of course exams… “All were done online this year,” Fries said. “We did a good job of instituting online assessments.” Fries was notably proud of the District’s students. “We have an outstanding vocational Auto Tech going to nationals,” he said. “Also in FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) our Child Care program is going to nationals… that’s two of our career tech programs.” He talked about the four juniors who performed an outstand-

ing service… They won the project competition then came back to Greenville to perform it: A Night in Hollywood. Add to that instructor Chris Sykes winning an Ohio Strong award, along with two students earning scholarships in Believe in Ohio… “It speaks to the success of this year,” Fries said. He talked about the strong support the District is getting from the community; “The new K-8, the renewal,” he said. He also was pleased with the support shown for student activities, noting it isn’t only for sports but also for the ﬁne arts and

scholarship. “Construction is going well,” he said. They are into the “big” phase (Phase 9) at the high school. To be accomplished: the whole science wing, kitchen, cafeteria, public restrooms, new lockers, painting hallways, HVAC work… “We’re also redoing the two front entrances. This means the only entrance available is the one at the back of the building.” Phase 9 involves the entire building, Fries said. He noted K-8 construction was also going well. “Foundations, footers are complete; block walls… electricians and plumbers are installing underground and sleeves through the walls. The geothermal lines have been completed…” He added they are starting to pour concrete ﬂoors, noting

the steel framework will be beginning soon. The high school should be wrapped up by fall. Work on the K-8 should be finished by November 2016 with move-in shortly after that. Fries talked about the new CCP (College Credit Plus) Program starting at the high school in the fall, as well as the elementary school’s one-on-one plan… An iPad for every student in the first grade. The following year they should be able to supply iPads for each student in the second grade; in other words, starting with the 2015 first graders, they hope to have an iPad in every child’s hands. “The testing – more and more – is going online,” Fries said. “They need to get used to it.”

In vocational, the District plans to expand its engineering program to include an engineering manufacturing lab. Fries hopes to make it available for adult training in the evening, like it already does for STNA and welding classes. He added the grants are already in place… including one for Memorial Hall renovation. Fries wanted to thank the District’s retiring staff for their service: High School: Rich Cline, Will Raby, Krista Subler, Tracy Tryon and Ruth Barnum; Junior High: Rebecca Muhlenkamp; South: Mary Petry; East: Susan Maitlen and Virginia Baker in Food Service. “I wish them all the best in their retirement and thank them for their dedication to Greenville City Schools.”

Tri-Village Junior High holds 4th annual Science Fair CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

NEW MADISON – The Tri-Village Junior High Science Department held it’s fourth annual Science Fair on May 29. Students from the seventh and eighth grade science classes were judged on their projects from a wide range of scientiﬁc categories. “This is always the students’ favorite day of the year,” Tri-Village seventh grade science teacher Tommy Renfro told The Early Bird. “It’s an exciting day of engaged learning and it shows off all of our students to the community.” During the event, held on the ﬁnal day of class for the students, their projects were judged by a panel of 15 community business men and women, school board members, teachers and even student judges. The students were critiqued on how informative their project was, how well it was displayed and the process of how they reached their conclusions. Many students even included dem-

onstrations they were able to show the judges as part of their project. Following the judging, several students were presented special awards for their standout projects in related categories recommended by the judges, Renfro and eighth grade science teacher George Kowalski. This year’s Grand Champion was eighth grader Keirsten Meyer with a well researched look into the human brain. Grace Moore was named the eighth grade champ and the seventh grade winner was Mason Willetts with his electro magnetic demonstration. Willetts was a close runner-up for the Grand Champion award according to the judges. The following students won special awards for their projects: The Steve Jobs Award is given to a student who makes strides in the ﬁeld of marketing and engineering. Seventh grader Landen Fraylick won this award. Seventh grader Morgan Singer was presented the Greeny Award which is given each year to a student

The special award winners and champions of the 4th annual Tri-Village Jr High Science Fair from left to right: Morgan Singer, Harley Ketring, Landen Fraylick, Lissa Siler, Breanna Locke, Kirsten Meyer, Grace Moore, Julia Mallott and Mason Willetts. Log on to bluebagmedia.com for more photos of the award winners. (Clinton Randall photo)

who’s project beneﬁts the conservation or cleanliness of our environment.. The Out of the Box Award traditionally goes to a student who shows a strong understanding of the scientiﬁc method outside the categories. The winner of this award was seventh grader Harley Ketring. 8th grader Breanna Locke won the Psych Award that is given to a student studying a psychological topic. The Nike Scholar Award goes to a student who

studies athletic enhancements. Lissa Siler, a seventh grader, got the top honor for this award. The Mind, Body and Soul Award went to eighth grader Julia Mallott for a project that created a home invention, beauty or natural medicine product. “Traditionally, science fairs showcase the top science students and their pursuit of academic success,” Renfro added. “This is about instilling work ethic and responsibility into students and inspires them to want to continue learn-

Tri-Village Jr High 2015 Science Fair Grand Champion Keirsten Meyer with 2014 winner Kayla Burke. Share more photos of the award recipients at facebook.com/bluebagnews. (Clinton Randall photo)

ing.” This year’s judges included Tri-Village School Board members (Amy Farmer and Kevin Harrison), Bob Schlechty (Owner of Schlechty’s Sports Bar and Grill), Scott Downing of Downing Fruit Farm, Eric Fee ( Owner of Braund Pope Funeral Home), Kami Hollinger of Farmers State Bank, Lindsey Burns and Cindy Austen of EG Industries, Kevin Smith (Edu-

cational Field Supervisor from Indiana University East), Jordan Stallard (Biological Science Teacher at Tri-County North High School), Jordan Renfro (Special Education Teacher at Woodland Elementary Greenville City Schools), Clinton Randall (The Early Bird/Bluebag Media), Stephanie Benedict, and student judges Emma Campbell, Chloe Clark and Brooklyn Hundley.

Last day of school a day for celebration BOB ROBINSON

ASSOCIATE EDITOR brobinson@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – “Yeah… got a job this summer,” said a Greenville Junior High student. Doing what? “Bailing hay!” The student demonstrated the movements of taking a pitchfork into a stack of harvested hay and tossing it into the bailer. Pay good? He nodded his head, grinning. Some of his classmates weren’t quite as set in their summer plans. Several said they were going to look for a job; others planned to just “hang out.” There was little work being done on June 1 on the junior high or any other campus… it was the last day of school. It was party time… a celebration of a successfully completed semester. The exception was Greenville High School.

The students remaining on campus were taking their final exams. The rest had begun their summer vacations… working, looking for work or preparing for college. Some had enrolled in summer sessions at Edison Community College. East School had third and fourth graders laughing and giggling over the annual slide presentation prepared by Sherry Flora. Prior to that they’d had to complete some important work… tornado and fire drills, then the presentation of awards for attendance and accomplishment. Afternoons were reserved for Character Dances… third grade followed by fourth grade. Retired teacher (and current substitute teacher) Brian Stickel led the festivities. The South School fifth and sixth grade agenda for the day was awards, some

It was awards and ‘character dance’ time for East third and fourth graders who worked hard all year. Retired teacher Brian Stickel was in charge of the dance festivities. (Bob Robinson photo)

Fifth and sixth grade students, along with South School staff, honored those who earned a variety of awards from grades and attendance to special recognition from teachers. (Bob Robinson photo)

more time at South Park, lunch and movies. Like East students, few had any idea what they were going to be doing for the three months of summer. “I don’t know,” was a common response, as was “hang out.” One young lady, however, knew exactly how her summer was going to work: “Swim team,

ﬁlled, according to Mrs. Ruhenkamp’s ﬁrst graders. They’d taken time to stop the general housecleaning of their room to talk about their plans. Earlier in the day Woodland students had their awards ceremony: attendance and art projects. Like their East School counter-

swim team, 4-H… and swim team,” she said. Woodland students also knew what they were going to do all summer. “Go to King’s Island,” said one. “Go swimming… camp out with dad… play with friends… go to the beach… visit grandparents…” Summer calendars were well-

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TV’s Damion Cook signs to play at Edison Community College GAYLEN BLOSSER

SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

NEW MADISON – Damion Cook signed his letter of intent Tuesday, taking his basketball skills to the next level at Edison Com-

munity College. “It’s a pretty good feeling,” said Cook. “I always wanted to continue playing and to get the opportunity from Edison, to have a full ride for two years and see where that takes me is a pretty special feeling.”

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85 attend annual Tri-Village boys basketball camp BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

NEW MADISON - TriVillage varsity basketball coach Josh Sagester was pleased to see so many turn out for the annual boys basketball camp. The camp traditionally has good attendance, but with the Patriots winning a Division IV state championship this season seemed to help attract some new faces. According to Sagester, the kids came from many different school districts and as far away as Miamisburg for the four day camp. “The kids have been working hard all week long,” Sagester told The Early Bird. “With the boys being from different schools really elevates the competitiveness on the court.”

The camp ages range from 3rd to 8th grade. Coaches and varsity players work hands-on with the different groups doing drills and 5-on-5 games. “We more on ball handling and form with the younger kids,” Sagester added. “Team concept is the main focus with the older guys so we can get them ready for the varsity level in a few years.” Campers in three age brackets were awarded at the conclusion of the ﬁnal day for several categories, including best shooting, free throws and “Mr. Hustle”. Tri-Village will hold its girls basketball camp June 22-25 from 9 - 11:30 a.m. Sign up information will be posted soon in The Early Bird and online at bluebagmedia.com

Hartle signs with Bluffton GREENVILLE – Greenville senior Bailey Hartle recently signed a letter of intent to run cross country and track at Bluffton University. He was awarded the Academic Honors with Distinction Scholarship. Locally, he received the Adam Marchal Memorial Scholarship for track and the Greenville Elks Lodge 1139 Academic Scholarship. While in high school, Hartle participated in cross country, track and high school band for four years. He was a 2014 OHSAA regional qualiﬁer in cross country, GWOC North First Team Recognition in track, National Honor Society, 2014 Cross Country Coaches Award recipient and a member of the local Fellowship of Christian Athletes Club.

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“It’s what it is all about,” said Tri-Village coach Josh Sagester. “Really happy to see he and his family have the opportunity for him to further his education and his playing career for free. He’s a special young man. He has meant a lot to our program … not only to our program but to me personally. It’s always bittersweet moment to see them move on, but he is going to help somebody else win some games here pretty shortly.” “It’s just a great pickup for us,” said Edison Coach John Ralph. “I saw him play about five or six times this year. Beginning with the first time I saw him, I wanted him for our program … wanted him bad. I was glad that I was able to outlast some of the other good schools, because those schools that were pursuing him that I have nothing but great respect.” “One evening he sent me a text and said, ‘I have some questions about Edison’ and that was like music to my ears,” continued Ralph. “Gave me a chance to do a little bit of selling and stuff like. He is a player who brings some size, brings some tenacity and great skill to our program and on top of everything, he’s a great person, good solid student, wonderful citizen. I’m just excited to have him.” The son of Scoob and Nicki Cook, the 6’-5” Cook helped lead the Tri-Village Patriots to the 2015 Division IV State basketball championship. “You can find a lot of talented players out there because there is talent all over the place, but some of those players don’t come from the winning background that he comes from,” said Ralph. “They (T-V) are used to winning and they know how to

win.” Cook takes a Patriots team leading 20.9 points per game and 9.9 rebounds per game to the Edison basketball program. “Just win a lot of basketball games,” Cook said of his goals while at Edison. “I’m definitely used to it and don’t want that feeling to go away. I want to just be a big role for my team and my teammates.” Cook pans to study nursing at Edison for two years before transferring to a four-year college to earn a bachelor’s degree while continuing his basketball career. The 2015 Tri-Village senior was name first team all-Southwest District and second team all-Ohio by the Associated Press. Cook joins high school teammate Colton Linkous as the 2015 Cross County Conference (CCC) co-boys basketball player of the year. Linkous recently signed to continue his basketball career with the NCAA Division II Cedarville University Yellow Jackets. As a junior, Cook was a starter on the Tri-Village basketball team that advanced to the final four in Columbus before playing a major role in the Patriots’ undefeated 2015 season and state championship. “His work ethic … he’s a workhorse,” said Sagester. “He is the hardest working practice player I have ever had and that is why he has gotten so good so fast. The really dynamic thing about him is he is only 17 years old. He’s a puppy. Unfortunately he doesn’t have another year or two with me.” “His best basketball might be ahead of him and he may still have a couple more inches in that body,” Sagester continued. “That’s why a junior college route

Tri-Village’s Damion Cook (center) signed his letter of intent to play basketball for Edison College. Pictured from left to right are Patriots’ coach Josh Sagester, Scoob Cook (father), Camden Cook (brother), Nicki Cook (mother) and Edison head coach John Ralph. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

is a good route for him. Hopefully he’ll continue to get bigger, stronger, better and move on.” Coming off a 2014 season with little team size, Coach Ralph will be looking to use Cook’s size and on-court skills to bring a winning program to the Piqua school. “We were small … real small,” said Ralph. “We put ﬁve guards on the ﬂoor and a lot of times we were at a disadvantage with other teams.” This

year we have Damion. We have some other big boys that are coming in so we’ve changed that around a little bit. He’s going to add size, but he is also going to add those skills that I have talked about and of course knowing how to win, that’s important.” “He’s got those athletic attributes,” added Ralph, “but the skill and the focus and the intensity that he brings to the court, it’s a great combination and a rare combination to ﬁnd.”

Regelski joins staff at Otterbein University WESTERVILLE – The Otterbein University athletic department recently added another certiﬁed and licensed athletic trainer, hiring Chyrsten Regelski to complete the full-time athletic training staff. Regelski graduated with a bachelor’s degree in athletic training and a minor in health communication from fellow Ohio Athletic Conference School, Marietta College in May 2013. She then obtained a master’s of science in athletic training from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va. While working on her

post-graduate degree, she served as a graduate assistant for nearby Christopher Newport University, working speciﬁcally with football and women’s lacrosse. Regelski holds additional professional experience after studying abroad in Sydney, Australia and working as a teaching assistant at Marietta, focusing on upper and lower extremity practicums. She has garnered multiple awards and is a member of ﬁve different athletic training organizations.

Greenville American Legion baseball falls by 1 run at Piqua BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

PIQUA – Greenville American Legion Post 140 fell one run short in an 8-7 nine-innings game to Piqua Post 184 Wednesday night in the Western Ohio League opener at Hardman Field. “We have some clutch hitters … the ball just didn’t bounce our way today,” said Greenville Post 140 head coach Dr. Thomas Martinez (Edison College head baseball coach). “I’m really proud of these guys.” “We scored seven runs on eight hits,” continued Martinez. “We made them make four errors … we made one. We played better baseball than they did. It just didn’t happen to land our way. We stole ten bases. When you steal ten bases, you’re going to make things happen.” Greenville Post 140 used a game opening bunt single off the bat of TriCounty North’s Logan Elmore, a one out single from Arcanum’s Jordan Dubbs, a two-out Elmore and Dubbs double steal with the Speedy Elmore stealing home to give Post 140 an early 1-0 lead. Greenville’s Dylan Shumaker took the mound for post 140 keeping Piqua off the board in the bottom of

the first while Greenville was going down in order in the top of the second. Piqua used a hit batsman, a double, a wild pitch and a Greenville error to take a 2-1 lead after two complete. Back to back walks to Reece Hunt (Greenville High School), Landon Peters (Franklin Monroe) and a Kory Baker (Arcanum) infield single loaded the bases for a game-tying walk to Tri-Village’s Tanner Maples. Greenville took a 3-2 lead with a perfectly placed bunt off the bat of Chantz Martinez (Piqua High School). Piqua put two runs on the board in the bottom of the fourth with the aid of two doubles and a single to lead 4-3 with Greenville scoring two runs in the top of the fifth to lead 5-4 while taking advantage of three Piqua errors. Piqua answered with four runs, all coming after two-outs were recorded to lead 8-5 after five complete. A Brad Caudill (Fairlawn High School) single and a sacrifice bunt off the bat of Martinez set up a Quinton Wood (Greenville High School) RBI single to center making an 8-6 score. Reece Hunt knocked a one-out ninth-inning dou-

Tri-Village’s Tanner Maples picks up a hit for Greenville American Legion Post 140 against Piqua Post 184. Log on to facebook.com/bluebagnews for more photos from the game. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

ble to center and scored on a Bailey Haworth (Greenville High School) groundout to second. Greenville would get back to back singles off the bats of Baker and Maples putting runners on ﬁrst and third with two-outs only to ground into a 1-3 out with Post 140 falling one run short on the road. “Does it sting that we lost to Piqua … of course we always want to beat Piqua,” Martinez said. “We’ll get another shot at them. Next time we’ll know what to look for.” “I’m proud of these guys,” added Martinez. “They all did well. These guys are playing with a lot of heart. Things are going

to happen for them.” Shumaker went the distance on the mound tossing six strikeouts in the nine-inning game while Piqua’s Cam Gordon was going the distance for Post 184. “Shumaker did a heckof-a-job today,” said Martinez. “He pitched a full nine. I’m very proud of him.” “There are just some things a young team has to learn about closing things,” Martinez stated. “We would come in with a lead and then we would give it right away. We’re a second year team. We are 3-3. We have already won almost as many games as we won all last year.”

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Lady Wave Softball falls short of return trip to state ﬁnal 4 BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

Greenville varsity basketball player Clay Guillozet instructs a future Green Wave basketball player at the 2015 Greenville Boys Basketball Camp. Log on to facebook.com/bluebagnews for more photos from each day of the camp. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Wave coach & players lead 4-day boys basketball camp BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Recent successful varsity basketball seasons that includes a 2015 GWOC North Championship season has generated excitement in the Greenville Boys Basketball Camp as evidenced with 60 boys attending the Green Wave camp held June 2-5 at the high school gym. “We are excited,” said Greenville varsity boys basketball coach Michael Bashore. “The kids have been really working hard … that’s all you can ask. Some kids have certainly been working outside of here you can tell.” Bashore hosted the 60 campers entering grades three through nine in the Greenville high school gym. The number of campers is up 50 percent over last year as the basketball program continues to attract local kids under the guidance of Coach Bashore. “We are pretty excited about that number,” said Bashore. “Double what we had last year. A lot of older kids are starting to come out. We like the younger group but between sixth and ninth grade there are 40 kids there alone. I think we have built some excitement around here. The kids are

excited to be here this week and they are really working hard,” The camp began Tuesday, June 2 and ran through Friday with grades 3-5 meeting in the early session; 11:00 – 12:45 and grades 6-9 taking to the court from 1:00 to 2:45. Coach Bashore along with Varsity Assistant Coach Scott Lind, Wave Junior Varsity Coach Bart Schmidt, seventh-grade coach Chip Caldwell and several varsity basketball players including Clay Guillozet, Aaron Rich, Devin Hendrix and Trae Wood led the young players though daily drills. “We like to give them some drills they can work on when they leave here,” Bashore said. “Drills they don’t even need a hoop for … all they needs is a ball.” The camp teaches the youth the fundamentals of the game including passing, dribbling, shooting and defense while teaching proper techniques so the players are not picking up bad habits. “The kids have gotten better every day and that is what you want to see out of them,” stated Bashore. “They are working really hard, they do everything asked of them. You can tell where they were … just in three days how much better they have gotten.”

Darke Co. Throws Camp planned DARKE CO. – The varsity track and field coaches of Franklin Monroe and Arcanum will be hosting the 2015 Darke County Throws Camp. Whether your specialty is shot put or discuses, this two-week camp will help you refine your skills and give you valuable advice and instruction for next season. Leading the sessions will be Coach Theo Whitaker of Arcanum and Coach Rick Ingold of Franklin Monroe. Both coaches have state qualifiers at this year’s state track & field meet in shot put and had multiple athletes qualify for regionals in discuses. Session 1: Shot Put Skills and Technique will be held June 22-26 at Franklin Monroe (behind the school and between the track and baseball field). The sessions will go from 5-6:30 p.m. Session 2: Discuses Skills and Technique will be held July 6-10 at Arcanum High School (at the main entrance to the football field). The sessions will go from 5-6:30 p.m. If time permits, the coaches will give and introduction to the hammer throw. The cost is $40 for both sessions or $25 for individual sessions. A daily option is also available for $5 each

day. Payment is due the ﬁrst day of camp. Make checks payable to Franklin Monroe Schools. Camp attendees taking part in one or more sessions will receive a towel with the camp logo. Registration is available by contacting Coach Ingold at rick_ingold@darke.k12. oh.us no later than June 19. Please include your name, school/coach, grade level and session preference. If possible, bring your own throwing implement (some implements will be provided) and your throwing shoes if you have them. Also bring your water and sports drink.

MASON – The Lady Wave softball team fell one game short of making a trip to Akron joining the state’s ﬁnal four, losing 7-1 to the Granville Blue Aces in a game that everything seemed to go right for Granville while Greenville could not catch a break while playing error free ball. “The story of the day was when Russell hit the foul ball off the top of the fence … it hits the top of the fence and comes back in,” said Greenville Coach Jerrod Newland. “We didn’t beat ourselves,” he added. “They came out and beat us and that’s all you can ask for. If you make four or ﬁve mistakes and the balls are going through your legs, you’re getting kids thrown out at the plate that’s tough to stomach, but they just lined up today … brought it to us.” Greenville came into the Saturday game ranked No. 1 in the state by the Ohio High School Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association and 25th in the nation by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association. “A good team,” Newland said. “They lined up … kicked our butt. You play the game three times somebody wins two.” “Hats off to them,” added Newland. “They are headed to Akron for the second time in the last

three years. Unfortunately our sixth regional final in the last 10 years … we’re 3-3 so that fourth final four is going to have to wait.” The Lady Wave would go down in order in the first two innings of play while Granville was plating a run in each of the first two innings to lead 2-0. Granville broke the game open in the bottom of the third scoring four runs to take a 6-0 lead with three innings in the book. The Blue Aces would add a fifth-inning run to make it 7-1 game with the Lady Wave coming to the plate. Greenville’s lone senior, Alli Russell came to the plate with two-outs in the top of the seventh crushing a ball to left with what looked like a certain home run only to be tracked down bringing a close to a successful 28-4 Lady Wave 2015 softball season. “They robbed Russell of the homer … kinda makes you chuckle,” stated Newland. The loss brings an end to the Wave’s three-time all-state pitcher Alli Russell and future Wright State Raider. Looking ahead, the future remains bright for Lady Wave Softball in 2016 and well beyond. With the exception of Russell, Greenville returns its complete varsity roster for the 2016 season while a very talented eighth grade team moves up to high school Lady Wave softball

Alli Russell accepts the Regional runner-up trophy for the Lady Wave. See more photos from the game and season at bluebagmedia.com (Gaylen Blosser photo)

program. “A lot of neat kids coming in the program at the high school level in the future,” said Newland. 2017 will see a talent rich Lady Wave seventh

grade team added to the Greenville high school softball roster. “It’s good and I’m just proud of everything … the community too,” Newland ﬁnished up.

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Union City HS welcomes new varsity volleyball coach BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City High School Athletic Department recently announced the addition of a new varsity volleyball coach. Nancy Whitted will not only take over the team to start the 2015 season, but will also be the new high school English teacher as well. “We are excited to have Coach Whitted as a part of our volleyball program,” UC Athletic Director Mike Thornburg told The Early Bird. “We are conﬁdent she has what it takes to get the program on the right track to becoming successful again.” According to Thornburg, UC volleyball has struggled to get wins in the last three season and is long overdue for a coach with Whitted’s talent and experience. She comes from Union County where she coach the eighth grade team for three years. “Volleyball has been a passion of mine for 30

The Greenville #2 fast pitch softball team battled back to take a 7-6 late game win over vising Newton in the 7th and 8th grade Cross County League. The girls welcome Arcanum for a 7:30 p.m. game Monday evening at Stebbins Field. See and share more photos from the game at facebook.com/bluebagnews. (Clinton Randall photo)

GREENVILLE YOUTH SUMMER SOFTBALL IN FULL SWING Nancy Whitted

years. I absolutely love the sport,” Whitted said. “My goal is to bring winning seasons back to the UC Lady Indians and the community!” Whitted says here plan is to go back to the basics and work hard on conditioning, fundamentals, teamwork, conﬁdence and enthusiasm. “It is imperative that we do these things in order to have a successful season,” she concluded. Coach Whitted and the Lady Indians will take the court for the ﬁrst time of the 2015 season as they host Monroe Central on Aug. 18 at 6 p.m.

The Greenville Girls Softball Association summer games are in full swing at Stebbins Field. Log on to the organization’s official website at ggsaonline.com for upcoming event schedules, league information and much more. See and share more photos at facebook.com/bluebagnews. (Clinton Randall photo)

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Kroger and Crayons to Classrooms

GREENVILLE – Continuing through July 12, Dayton-area Kroger stores will be supporting local school classrooms with their eighth annual Crayons to Classrooms School Supply Drive. Customers will ﬁnd donation containers in 27 local stores. With their generosity, Kroger will help provide crayons, pencils, notebooks, and hundreds of other classroom items to children in our community’s neediest schools. These stores will also have pre-made school supply kits available for $5 as a monetary donation, and customers are encouraged to donate the supply kit as well. In the past, Kroger has given DC2C over $82,000 in monetary do-

nations and over $133,000 in product donations. “Many students in our community go to school every day without the necessary supplies needed to learn. Thanks to the generous support of The Kroger Company, Crayons to Classrooms will be in a much better position to ﬁll this need and to help teachers create a more productive learning environment,” said Steve Rubenstein, executive director of Crayons Classrooms. Locally, the Greenville Kroger store, 200 Lease Ave., will be accepting donations Learn more at www. dc2c.org. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Crayons2Classrooms.

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Area preschoolers will get close to nature during the monthly preschool programs at the Darke County Parks.

Preschool Picnic at Darke County Parks Car up for grabs at YFC Golf Classic

Pictured are Dave Keiser, YFC Golf Classic committee member; Neal Crawford, executive director of YFC; Mike Snyder, YFC Golf Classic committee member; and Dave Knapp, owner of Dave Knapp Ford.

GREENVILLE – It’s June and time to start the summer off right. Join a naturalist for a monthly, hour-long program designed to investigate nature through activities, games and exploring. There are programs for 2-3 year olds (held on Wednesdays) and a program for 4-5 year olds (held on Thursdays). In June, they will have their normal class ﬁlled with activities to celebrate the season. After class they will have a picnic in the shelter house to celebrate summer. June’s 2-3 year old dates are the 10th and 17th and the 4-5 year old date is the 11th.

Don’t miss out on other preschool summer classes. July’s topic is “A Peek in Greenville Creek.” They will meet at Prairie Ridge Parking Lot (behind Maid-Rite) and wade in the creek. July’s 2-3 year old dates are the 8th and the 15th and the 4-5 year old date is the 9th. Each program runs from 10-11 a.m. Parents must attend along with their preschooler. Pre-registration is required and the cost is $2. Also coming up in August they have a program on “What’s Buggin’ You?” at Shawnee Prairie. Call the Nature center for more information at 548-0165.

Greenville Boosters plan Golf Scramble GREENVILLE – The Greenville Athletic Boosters will be hosting its Golf Scramble on June 27 at Turtle Creek Golf Course, 1 p.m. The scramble is a main fundraiser for the booster organization. Proceeds from past events have helped fund numerous worthy items for athletes and the community. Recent projects included the

continuation of the annual scholarships, reconditioning football helmets, reconditioning wrestling mats and the purchase of new uniforms. The cost to participate in the scramble is $75 per person and $50 for GHS students. Four person teams are accepted. The fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, lunch and a door prize ticket. The top three teams will receive prizes. Entries are due by June 19. Sponsors are also being accepted at this time. Become an Eagle, Birdie, Hole, Tee, and Cart sponsor. For more information, to register or to become a sponsor, call 548-3815.

Edison sponsors DCCA’s offerings

GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts recognizes and thanks the Edison Community College for their support of the arts in Darke County. Edison contributed to the 2014-2015 Arts in Education and Family Theatre Series programs. According to DCCA Executive Director Andrea Jordan, “Edison Community College’s support of children’s programming makes it possible for us to present wonderful, creativity enhancing Family Theatre Series programs at an affordable ticket price, and enables all Darke County public school students to experience a culturally enriching artistic program each year.” Jordan continued, “DCCA thanks Edison Community College for their strong support of the arts in Darke County and forwarding DCCA’s mission to encourage cultural enrichment in the community.” DCCA’s Arts in Education program annually takes professional performing artists to all grades of all Greenville City and Darke County schools. For more information on DCCA’s Family Theatre Series, Arts in Education outreach or other programming contact the DCCA ofﬁce at 547-0908 or visit CenterForArts.net.

GREENVILLE – Each of the past 23 summers, Dave Knapp Ford has agreed to donate a new car to the participant lucky enough to hit a hole-in-one on the designated hole at the Youth for Christ of the Miami Valley Golf Classic. Thus far, no one has claimed this prize. A Ford Focus is at stake this year. June 24 is the date for the Youth for Christ outing, which will take place at White Springs Golf Club. There are wonderful prizes. Beside the possibility of a new car, there will be prizes for several golﬁng contests and many wonderful door prizes. Some of the best rewards are reserved for those who use the outing as an opportunity to greatly further the mission of Youth for Christ. Golfers in the YFC Classic have their choice of “paying to play” or collecting pledges to more signiﬁcantly help area teens. Some raise hundreds or even thousands of dollars for the work of Youth for Christ and are rewarded handsomely for their efforts. This year’s top four fundraisers will choose between a golf trip at the Hueston Woods State Park Resort, two very nice golf clubs, a $100 Hibbett Sports gift card, and a $100 Ace gift card. A second reason many golfers return to the YFC Classic each year is the delicious food that is served non-stop throughout the day. This also means that golfers aren’t asked to stay for a long program after the end of play. Another fun feature in the tournament ensures that everyone who “goes

the extra mile” for YFC will receive special treatment that makes their play a day to remember. While a team can register for as little as $350 and an individual can play for $100, those wanting to help even more can sign up for a “Gold Class Upgrade.” Those with a Gold Class Upgrade are entitled to everything received by other golfers, but will also receive a tournament golf shirt and exclusive amenities such as steak sandwiches, special side dishes, a gift bag, and free chair massage. Teams can register with a Gold Class Upgrade for $700 and individual golfers can have a Gold Class Upgrade by paying or raising at least $300. Last year’s Classic raised more than $18,400 to help YFC reach area young people with the life-changing message for Jesus Christ. This year, more than 1,000 students have been involved in Youth for Christ programs. The lasting beneﬁt of the Youth for Christ ministry is what leads several dozen local businesses to provide sponsorship for the tournament, including the Littman-Thomas Agency, Fitzwater Tree and Lawn Service, and White Springs Golf Club who are providing the lead sponsorship this year. Several more golfers and business sponsors are still needed in order to reach this year’s goal of raising $20,000 to help local teens. Those interested in either of these opportunities should call Youth for Christ at 5482477 or e-mail YFC at ofﬁce@yfcmv.org.

Janell Weiss will discuss organic methods for pest control at the Greenville Public Library.

Organic Pest Controls discussed at library GREENVILLE – Join Janell Weiss at the Greenville Public Library for her second workshop on June 11, 6:30 p.m. Janell works for the Darke Soil & Water Conservation District and spoke on “Saving Seeds” in May. This time she will tell us how to control garden pests without using harsh chemicals. Call 548-3915 to reserve a seat or join on their Facebook event page. Janell ﬁrst began experimenting with organic pest controls when she was a sustainable agriculture Peace Corps Volunteer in Panama and “hordes of insects gobbled up my precious veggies.” Later as an

employee at Green Edge Acres, an organic vegetable farm near Athens Ohio, Janell had the opportunity to learn much more about organic pest management. In her Power Point presentation she will discuss common garden pests and organic control methods for each. Participants will receive handouts with pictures of such pests as aphids, beetles, moths, ﬂies, and worms that do damage - and instructions on how to handle them. While in the Library stop by the Seed Library - it’s not too late to plant! Refreshments will be served.

Dill starts internship at OSU Extension Ron Garrett stands with a car that could go home with an individual if they make a hole-in-one on hole #17 during the OSU Golf Outing.

Garrett offers car at OSU Golf Outing GREENVILLE – Registrations for the June 15 Darke County OSU Scholarship Golf Outing are still being accepted. Ron Garrett Chevrolet will again be providing a new car to the golfer who is successful in getting a hole in one on hole #17. Garrett has been doing this for most of the 18 years the tournament has been held. Proﬁts from this event will be added to the endowment fund at Ohio State University that provides scholarships to Darke County students attending Ohio State. Following the golf results, the four

scholarship recipients will be on hand to be recognized for their accomplishments. They will reach receive $1,600 that will be used to help fund their expenses for their freshman year at OSU. The format for this tournament will be a four-man team handicapped scramble. Entries for individuals as well as teams are welcome. Other major sponsors include Greenville Technology (Scarlet Sponsor) and Jim’s Drive-in and Miami Valley Vending (Gray Sponsor). Contact Dennis Baker at 448-6550 for an entry form.

Wade in and explore what is living in the Greenville Creek.

Join the Parks for a Creek Crawl GREENVILLE – Grab your boots and they’ll bring the nets. Join a Darke County Parks’ naturalist for this family friendly afternoon in the creek. Meet at Worth Family Nature Preserve and they’ll hike the trails down to pristine Greenville Creek. Once they arrive, they’ll jump in and take a glimpse at what creatures

are living under the water. Crayfish, dragonfly larvae and more are among the treasures they may find. This program is free and a wonderful summer activity for the whole family. There is a short walk to the access the creek. Join them on June 20, 2 p.m. Call the Nature Center with any questions, 548-0165.

Railroad Festival set for June 13 BRADFORD – The Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum is announcing the 2015 Railroad Festival June 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., at the museum. The day celebrates 130 years of railroad history at the junction. Activities include something for every age group. Children’s Activities include over 17 different games. There will be balloons, coal toss, pin the number on Thomas, ring toss, and kiddie train ride. Prizes will be awarded for ticketed games. Adults will get to watch train movies and view railroad artifacts at the museum. Telegraph School is throughout the day at the Tower and the Depot in the museum. There will be a bid and buy of themed gift baskets in their silent auction, which is a new activity this year. There will be a train

themed cake auction every hour. There will also be a 50/50 drawing and box car rafﬂe. The exhibits at the museum feature the 150th anniversary of the Lincoln Funeral Train. The gift shop has the Cat’s Meows of the Railroad Structures, as well as boxcars, books and children’s items. A speeder display and train vendors with railroad related items will be onhand. Be sure to visit the model train layouts. Tickets for the day’s events and games will be through the museum at 200 N Miami and the Community Club across the street from the museum. Follow them at www. bradfordrrmuseum.org or their Facebook page. Admission is $5 for adults and children are free with their accompanying adult.

Donation made to Special Olympics GREENVILLE – Darke County Special Olympics is beginning the 38th year of providing athletic opportunities for students and adults with varying types of disabilities from the Darke County and Greenville City Schools and Wayne Industries. The 2014 program served 325 athletes competing at the local, area, and state levels in basketball, cheerleading, bowling, softball, uniﬁed golf, swimming, and track & ﬁeld. Their yearly program-

ming is funded totally by donations from our community. They receive no funding from the national or state level Special Olympics to operate their annual local budget. Donations are used to pay for uniforms, state entry fees, travel costs, meals, rental fees, softball ﬁeld maintenance and other expenses through the year. All donations support athletes from Darke County. The program is directed, coached, and chaperoned by volunteers giving of their time.

GREENVILLE – Taylor Dill is a junior at Wilmington College, majoring in Agronomy and Religion & Philosophy. She is from Hollansburg, and graduated from Tri-Village High School. Taylor grew up on an 1100 acre farm. This spring and summer she is interning with The Ohio State University Extension office in Greenville. The program with which she is involved is the new A.C.R.E. program. The acronym stands for Agronomic Crop Research Experience. With this program she will be assisting the county Extension Office and the University with field research. Taylor went through a two day training in Wooster, at the OARDC research center. On her first day at the Extension Office she met some of the farmers with whom she will be working

with and took soil samples of their fields. Extension Educator, Sam Custer, and Taylor set up some of the research plots as well. Later in the season she will be scouting fields looking for insects and diseases. Some of the research that Sam and Taylor will be doing is finding what factors are limiting better yields for soybeans in the state of Ohio and cold front effect on corn and soybean yields, which will find whether a cold front during planting hurts the yield at harvest. Another is nitrogen response in corn, this will compare the use of Starter Fertilizer, Farmer Applied Typical Rate, Tri State Fertility Guide, Ohio State Economic Model, and Green Seeker. These research projects will help our Ohio farmers to produce better yields.

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The staff at Oakley Place was recently recognized for winning a corporate-wide competition.

Oakley Place earns award from Enlivant GREENVILLE – Greenville’s Oakley Place, an Enlivant Community, recently won a corporate-wide competition. Over 200 Enlivant Communities competed in the event to see which community could attain the most Facebook likes to the Enlivant page. By winning the competition the staff at Oakley

THINK SPRING! WE CAN HELP WITH THAT GARDENING OR FLOWER BED PROJECT!

Grief Support Group planned at VHCC VERSAILLES – A grief support group will be held at the Versailles Health Care Center, 200 Marker Road, Versailles, on June 16. The session is called “Emotions and Grief” and is a joint effort of the health care center and State of the Heart Hospice. The evening session is from 6:30-7:30 p.m. It is free and open to the public. The grief support group is part of a series of grief support meetings sponsored by the Versailles Health Care Center and State of the Heart. The two agencies started the series in 2014 and have held several sessions, each one touching on a different facet of grief. Meredith Carpe, a Licensed Social Worker with State of the Heart who has bereavement experience, will facilitate the session. Jackie McEldowney, a Licensed Social Worker at Versailles Health Care Center, said the series was the

Dean’s List

GREENVILLE – Nicole Davis, daughter of Daren and Lori Davis, of Greenville, was named to the Cedarville University Dean’s List for the 2015 Spring Semester. Nicole has graduated with honors majoring in business management.

Dean’s List

ﬁrst such collaborative venture by the care center. “We were thinking about people who have no one to turn to when they are dealing with the loss of a loved one. We encourage anyone needing help dealing with grief to attend the free session,” said McEldowney, who will be present at the session. The two health care providers also did a special support group at the holidays to help those dealing with loss during the holiday period. Registration to attend is required. A person need not have any association with hospice care or the care facility in order to attend. Call Jackie at 526-5570 to register.

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NEW MADISON SUPERMARKET CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

www.facebook.com/newmadisonsupermarket FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF OVER 80 SALE ITEMS!

Copy of entire ad available at the store starting Monday morning. AD PRICES IN EFFECT MON., JUNE 08, SAT., JUNE 13, 2015 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8-9, Sun. 10-8 WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES - NO DEALER PURCHASE * Eligible additional purchase requirements for sale prices do not include tobacco products, 12 pack advertised soft drinks & the purchased item*

PRODUCE SPECIALS ................................................ 12-14 lb. Seedless

WATERMELON 3.99ea ................................................ 1 lb.

STRAWBERRIES 1.99ea ................................................ 8 oz. Whole White

MUSHROOMS 2/$3.00 ................................................ 2 lb. Bags Medium Vidalia

ONIONS 1.49ea ................................................

COLUMBUS – Ohio Dominican University has named the following students to its Spring Semester 2015 Dean’s List – Jeffrey Paul, of Greenville, and Lauren Rindler, of Rossburg.

DAIRY SPECIALS ................................................

Bluegrass Festival set

CREAM CHEESE BARS 1.19ea ................................................

BRADFORD – This is the 14th year that the Bradford Public Library will be sponsoring the 14th annual Bluegrass Music Festival. The event will be held June 26, 5-11 p.m., at the Bradford School, located on SR 721 north of the village. This free event can be brought to the community because the groups donate their time and talent to promote bluegrass and it is a wonderful program for the community. They have an outstanding lineup of bluegrass bands that will be performing, including – Showtime Grass, Rum River Blend, New Mountain Heritage, Mad River Railroad, Berachah Valley and Nightﬂyer. There will be a rafﬂe to help with the expense of the program and also food available to purchase.

Place was permitted to wear jeans for an entire week. “Oakley Place is a great place to work and live,” said Debbie Baker, executive director of the Greenville Community. “I would like to personally invite the public to our monthly events so they can see what Oakley Place is all about.”

Smith Dairy 24 oz.

reg. $2.99 COTTAGE CHEESE 1.99ea ................................................ Smith Dairy Skim, 1%, 2% MILK GALLON 1.99ea Limit 1 with additional $20.00 purchase Whole Milk $2.19 ................................................ Essential Everyday 8oz. reg. $1.69

Florida’s Natural 59 oz.

reg. $4.29 ORANGE JUICE 2.69ea ................................................

FROZEN SPECIALS ................................................

Smith Dairy “Ruggles” reg. $5.79 Frozen Yogurt, Sugar Free or Regular ICE CREAM 2.99ea ................................................ Culinary Circle 29-33.5 oz. reg. $5.99 PIZZAS 4.49ea ................................................ Stone Ridge 30 oz. reg. $3.49 12 Count Krunch Bars or ICE CREAM BARS 2.99ea ................................................

GROCERY SPEC. Frito Lay 6½-10¼ oz.

reg. $3.49

Mikesell’s 6 oz.

reg. $2.00

FRITOS OR CHEETOS 2.49ea ................................................ PUFFCORN DELIGHTS 3/$5.00 ................................................

General Mills 8.9 oz. Cheerios reg $3.99, 8.7 oz. Kix reg $4.09, 11.25 oz. Cookie Crisp reg. $4.59 or 12 oz. reg’ $3.69 GOLDEN GRAHAMS 1.99ea ................................................ Post 11-14.75 oz. reg. $4.49-4.59 Fruity or Cocoa Pebbles, Honeycomb or

GOLDEN CRISP CERALS 1.99ea ................................................

MEAT SPECIALS In Store Made, BULK or STUFFED

FRESH ITALIAN PORK SAUSAGE 2.89lb ................................................ COLBY SLICED 3.39lb LONGHORN CHUNK 3.19lb CHEESE WHOLE HORN 2.99lb ................................................ Butterball Hickory Smoked

TURKEY HAM 3.19lb ................................................ In Store Made, FULLY COOKED, Ready to Eat & Heat

73% Lean In 3 lb. or Larger Pkgs.

GROUND BEEF 2.79lb ................................................ 81% Lean In 3 lb. or Larger Pkgs.

GROUND CHUCK 3.29lb ................................................ ½ BONELESS, 6 lb. Average Size, Sliced Free 8am-5pm

Eckrich Oven Roasted

PORK LOINS 1.79lb ................................................

Eckrich Fried

CORN DOGS 1.99ea ................................................

HAM LOAF 3.99lb ................................................ CHICKEN BREAST 4.69lb ................................................ TURKEY BREAST 4.69lb ................................................ Eckrich Cajun

TURKEY BREAST 4.99lb ................................................ Eckrich Buffalo Style

CHICKEN BREAST 4.99lb ................................................ Eckrich

COTTTO SALAMI 4.09lb ................................................ Eckrich 98% Fat Free Imported

COOKED HAM 4.99lb ................................................ Eckrich 96% Fat Free

HONEY BAKED HAM 3.69lb ................................................ Eckrich Jumbo All Meat

BOLOGNA 2.29lb ................................................ Eckrich

HONEY LOAF 4.79lb ................................................ Eckrich

ROAST BEEF 6.49lb ................................................ Eckrich 14 oz. Bun Size Franks or

ALL MEAT WEINERS

.79lb

Limit 2 with additional $20.00 purchase - Without purchase or additional quantities .99¢ ................................................

Farm Fresh 16 oz.

reg. $2.79

Fresh Never Frozen, In Approx 3 lb Bags,

BONELESS, SKINLESS CHICKEN BREASTS 1.99lb ................................................ BONE-IN, Boston Butt

PORK SHOULDER STEAK 1.99lb ................................................ Beef Round,

BONELESS SIRLOIN TIP STEAKS 4.79lb ................................................ Beef Arm Chuck,

BONELESS CHUCK ROAST 3.99lb ................................................ Beef Arm Chuck,

BONELESS CHUCK STEAK 3.99lb ................................................

GROCERY SPECIALS Betty Crocker 4.5-8 oz. reg. $2.99 Fruit Roll Ups, Gushers and Assorted FRUIT SNACKS 1.49ea ................................................ Jif 15.5-16 oz. reg. $3.19 PEANUT BUTTER 1.89ea ................................................ Essential Everyday 12 oz. reg. $1.99 Deluxe Shells & Cheddar

MACARONI & CHEESE 1.39ea ................................................ Essential Everyday 10 oz. reg. $1.79 Ranch or Nacho TORTILLA SHELLS 1.49ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 11 oz. reg. $1.99

CHEESE CURL PUFFS 1.69ea ................................................ Essential Everyday 9 oz. reg. $1.99

BBQ, RIPPLE OR ORIGINAL POTATO CHIPS 1.69ea ................................................ 6 Pack 16.9 oz. Bottles Mountain Dew and Assorted

PEPSI COLA 2.49ea ................................................

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Greenville First Assembly of God

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BAPTIST Favorite Hill Baptist Church

1601 South Street, Piqua, 773-6469

First Baptist Church

7233 Ohio 121-North, Greenville 548-7616

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Faith Baptist Church

740 E Russ Rd., Greenville, 548-1808 1499 N. Broadway Greenville, Ohio 45331

653 Hickey Ave. Versailles, Ohio 45380

548-4141 526-4440

Greenville Baptist Temple 4689 Childrens Home Bradford Rd., 548-7283

Union City First Baptist Church

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DR. KRISTENE CLARK

225 S. First St., Union City, OH 937-968-6163 ---------------------------------------------

BRETHREN Beech Grove Church of the Brethren

3420 Harrison Rd., Hollansburg 937-997-4895

Bradford Church of The Brethren 120 West Oakwood St., 448-2215

Castine Church of the Brethren 624 State Route 127, Arcanum 678-9945

Cedar Grove Church

373 Love Rd., New Paris, 997-3675

Greenville Church of the Brethren 421 Central Ave., 548-3583

JOHNSTON

Oakland Church of The Brethren

Personal Care is the Backbone of Our Business!

8376 Pitsburg Laura Rd., Arcanum 937-692-8772 ---------------------------------------------

CHIROPRACTIC CLINIC. INC.

109 Rhoades Avenue Greenville

937.548.3610

8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd. Bradford * 448-2287

Pitsburg Church of Brethren

CATHOLIC St Mary’s Catholic Church 233 W Third St. Greenville 548-1616

www.johnstonchiropractic.net St Denis 14 E Wood St, Versailles (937)526-4945

Holy Family (Frenchtown) 11255 St Rt 185, Versailles (937)526-4945

Littman-Thomas Agency With two locations to serve you... Greenville Bradford 515 E. Main St. 110 E. Main St. 937-548-2131 937-448-2590 proudly representing

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ODDS & ENDS HANDYMAN ODD JOBS Small Electrical Carpentry • Plumbing Repairs

Ask for Steve

I offer a Senior Discount

937-689-5672

425 W Hickory St, Union City, IN (765)964-4202 ---------------------------------------------

CHRISTIAN Ansonia Christian Church

123 W. Weller St., Ansonia, 548-5490

Coletown Congregational Church 2876 State Route 571, Greenville 548-6590

East Zion Church

6171 St. Rt. 36, Greenville 937-548-6364

First Congregational Church

547-0470

We Do More to Serve You Best

Weaver’s

LOCKSMITH & KEYS 937.548.1035 Commercial - Residential Automotive

Bonded, Licensed, Insured 24 Hour Emergency Service 701 Wayne St. Greenville

www.cfpoeppelman.com RADIO DISPATCHED ON TIME DELIVERY BUILDING MATERIALS CRUSHED STONE & SAND Bradford Office, Plant 937-448-2191 Versailles Plant 937-526-5137 Union City Plant 765-964-6572

EPISCOPAL St Paul’s Episcopal Church

201 S Broadway St., Greenville 548-5575 ---------------------------------------------

INTERDENOMINATIONAL Family of God 310 W South St., Arcanum, 692-8521

Lighthouse Christian Center

5256 Sebring Warner Rd., Greenville, 548-7464 ---------------------------------------------

LUTHERAN St. John Lutheran Church

7418 State Route 121, Greenville 548-5404

St Paul Lutheran Church 131 E. 4th Street, Greenville 548-5770

St Paul’s Lutheran Church 13495 Greenville St. Marys Rd Versailles, 419-336-7111

St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

6825 State Route 722, Ithaca, 678-8584

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

8520 Oakes Rd., Pitsburg 937-692-5670 ---------------------------------------------

METHODIST - UNITED Abbottsville United Methodist Church 3145 St. Rt. 49, Arcanum

Ansonia United Methodist Church Corner of Pearl and High St., Ansonia 337-5781

EUM Church

CMA Church

Faith United Methodist Church

Stelvideo Christian Church • Brakes • Cooling Systems • Air Conditioning Systems • Ignitions • Electrial Systems Over 30 Years Experience OPEN 6 DAYS Mon.-Fri. 8-5 • Sat. 8-12 4209 Kilborne Rd. between Rt. 49 & Hogpath Rd.

1129 South Towne Ct., Greenville 548-0300 ---------------------------------------------

115 W. 5th St., Greenville, OH 45331 937-548-3575 306 Devor St., Greenville, OH 45331 937-548-4955

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CHURCH OF GOD Triumphant Christian Center

6808 Church St., Stelvido, Greenville, OH 316-8198

Teegarden Congregational Church 2753 State Route 47 W., Ansonia 337-4249

Woodington Congregation Church

8978 N State Route 49, Greenville 548-9441 ---------------------------------------------

CHURCH OF CHRIST Greenville Church of Christ

4599 Childrens Home Bradford Rd., Greenville, 937-548-4467 ---------------------------------------------

CHURCH OF GOD Ansonia First Church of God

750 S Main St., Ansonia, 337-3945

The New Beginning Church of God

1451 Sater Street, Greenville, OH 45331 101 E. South St., Arcanum, 692-8934

First United Methodist Church 202 W 4th St. Greenville, 548-3075

Fort Jefferson United Methodist 3856 Church St., Greenville 548-4410

Gordon United Methodist Church 311 East St., Gordon, OH 937-884-5129

Ithaca Grace United Methodist 750 Arcanum-Ithaca Rd 678-9062

Nashville United Methodist 5984 Palestine Union City Rd. Greenville 548-1421

New Madison United Methodist 149 N. Main St., New Madison 937-996-5341

Rossburg United Methodist

117 Ross St., Rossburg, 937-338-4765

Trinity United Methodist Church 112 West South Street Arcanum, OH 692-8530

802 East 4th St.,Greenville, 937-214-6502

METHODIST - UNITED Versailles United Methodist 122 W Wood St, Versailles 937-526-3855

900 E. Main Street Greenville

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Webster United Methodist Church

8849 Seibt Rd., Versailles 526-3855 ---------------------------------------------

MISSIONARY Greenville Missionary Church 1110 N. Broadway, Greenville 937-548-1842

Pleasant View Missionary Church

5231 Gettysburg Pitsburg Rd. Greenville, 447-3885

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Beamsville Christian Church 6102 Beamsville-Union City Rd. Greenville 547-0009

Calvary Bible Church

9462 State Route 571, Arcanum 947-1978

SALES-SERVICE-INSTALLATIONS ...ALL FROM ONE PLACE! High Definition Installer Authorized DIRECTV Retailer Home Theatre Flat Screens Satallites & Antennas

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Wieland Jewelers Fine Jewelers Since 1907

Friendship Community Church

Marriage Symbol Necklace

1005 Eaton Fort Nesbit Rd. New Paris, 997-3592

True Life

5990 State Route 36, Greenville 548-3558

Living Waters Ministries

102 W Main St., Versailles, 526-4567

Northside Community Fellowship 623 Spring St., 548-8965

Rosehill Country Church

St. Rt. 49 and McFeeley-Petry Rd, Rosehill

Versailles Christian Church 105 W Ward St., Versailles 937-526-4194

The Hillgrove Federated Church

1009 Hillgrove Woodington Rd., Union City, 968-6332

Congregation Anshe Emeth Jewish Synagogue

Caldwell St., Piqua, 937-547-0092 ---------------------------------------------

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937.548.3620

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937.447.4265 www.wholesalecarpetgettysburg.com

PENTECOSTAL Faith Apostolic Lighthouse

332 W Payton St, 765-628-3299 ---------------------------------------------

PRESBYTERIAN First United Presbyterian Church

114 E. Fourth St., 937-548-3188 ---------------------------------------------

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST - UCC St. Paul United Church of Christ

129 W. Third St., Greenville, 548-4506 ---------------------------------------------

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST First Universalist Church

331 E. Washington St. New Madison, 996-3403 ---------------------------------------------

WESLEYAN Trinity Wesleyan Church

1400 E Main St., Greenville, 547-0337

Greenville Wesleyan Holiness Church 201 Hall Street Greenville, OH 45331

9388 Old National Road New Paris, OH 45347

937-533-4663 937-273-2022

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HELP WANTED Looking for qualified candidate for dump truck driver position. Competitive wages, health insurance and paid vacation. Must possess a valid CDL license. Home every night. Call Scott at 937-548-4200 or 937417-1391 after 5:00 PM

Local Property Management company looking for full-time experienced Electrician & Plumber. Also needs to have knowledge in construction field. Please call 937-621-5036 ADC Concrete has Office Manager position available. AP/AR & payroll duties. Please call 937-968-4195

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DARKE COUNTY PARK DISTRICT LEGAL NOTICE

The Board of Park Commissioners of the Darke County Park District, intends to grant 3.759 acres of land located in the State of Ohio, Township of Greenville, at the corner of Aten Rd. and Sebring Warner Rd., to the Township of Greenville in exchange for 4.858 acres of rail corridor located in the State of Ohio, Township of Greenville, between Willis Rd. and St. Rt. 571 East. The legal description of the land located at Aten Rd. and Sebring Warner Rd. can be obtained for free from the offices of Darke County Park District, 4267 St. Rt. 502 W., Greenville, OH 45331 or by calling (937)548-0165. In compliance with Section 1545.12 of the Ohio Revised Code, Darke County Parks hereby gives notice of its intention to convey the land at the corner of Aten Rd. and Sebring Warner Rd. Sealed bids for this land may be submitted to Darke County Park District in writing at Shawnee Prairie Nature Education Center, 4267 St. Rt. 502 W., Greenville, OH 45331 prior to 4:30 pm local time, June 19, 2015. The Darke County Park District reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

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HELP WANTED Concrete & landscaping company has a Sales Designer position available. Call 937-4231091 SERVICES OFFERED If you work long days for travel, I will customized services to your pets’ needs. As a pet owner myself, I understand the importance of quality care. Reference available. Happy Tails, Greenville. 859-3514192.

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 Lavy’s Corner Mart 937-447-3051 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Flea Market & Craft Space Available for Farm Power of the Past, Darke County Fairgrounds, July 9-12. Call 692-5798 WANTED TO BUY Cars/Trucks, running or not. To $500. Will PU. Starter/alt $4-$10. Alum rims, $10-$14. CAT converters $5-$120, 937-423-2703 or 937621-5809 BUYING VINTAGE 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. 937547-1970, email: bachtorock@earthlink.net WANTED Wanted: Used house trailers in good condition. Please call 937448-2974 PETS Free kittens, six weeks old, black calico, black. Call 547-0292 PRODUCE STRAWBERRIES YOU PICK! Mon.-Wed.-Fri.Sat. 6999 New ParisEldorado Rd, New Paris, 937-733-9593 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 FOR RENT Small 3 BR brick house, 106 Meadow Lane, Gnvl. Deposit & references. No pets. $600/ mo. 260-335-2666 Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937316-8025 or 937-3168489. Equal Housing Opportunity. Gnvl-2 BR, 1/2 double w/garage. Central Heating & air. No pets. $475/mo + deposit. 548-8210

FOR RENT 2 BR, 1.5 bath, W/D, c/a, stove. Deposit required. Greenville. 5641125

Efficiency apartment in Greenville. Rent includes utilities. Call for details. 548-9400 Storage for personal and business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor and Lock. 548-1075, 5328 Michelle St. COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on East Main St, high visibility. Call for more details, 548-5264 1 BR efficiency in Gnvl, furnished, includes utilities. No pets. $425/ mo, $200 deposit + references. 937-4175128 2 BR large 1st floor apt near Gnvl park. No pets or smoking. $400/mo. 305 Miami Circle. 5479871 Furnished efficiency apartment, Versailles. $315 + deposit & electric. No pets. Village Court 937-548-2108 2 BR/2 BA house on corner lot. Small pet friendly. No smoking. $450/mo. 601 E 4th St, Greenville. 547-9871, www.benanzer.com Upstairs 3 bedroom apt in Union City, OH. Elec heat. $325. 937-5472681 2 BR, 1 bath house. $410/mo + deposit. Off-street parking. 410 E. Cross St, Ansonia. 937-423-2604 Newer apt in Arcanum. 2 BR, 1 bath. All appliances & yard maintenance included. $675. Call 547-3051 8531 Weiss Rd, Mississinawa school district. 2, possible 3 BR; $525 + deposit. 459-7377

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GREENVILLE NATIONAL BANK vs. THE UNKNOWN HEIRS, CREDITORS DEVISEES, LEGATEES, ADMINISTRATORS, EXECUTORS AND ASSIGNS OF KENNETH L. BLACKBURN, DECEASED et al.

The Unknown Heirs, Creditors, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Kenneth L. Blackburn, Deceased, whose last place of residence is unknown, and whose present place of residence is unknown will take notice that on May 22, 2015, Greenville National Bank filed its Complaint for Foreclosure in Case No. 15-CV-00236 in the Court of Common Pleas of Darke County, 504 South Broadway, Second Floor Courthouse, Greenville, Ohio 45331, seeking foreclosure and alleging that Defendant(s) the Unknown Heirs, Creditors, Devisees, Legatees, Administrators, Executors and Assigns of Kenneth L. Blackburn, Deceased, have or may claim an interest in the real estate described below: Situated in the State of Ohio, in the county of Darke, and in the Village of Ansonia and more particularly described, viz: Being Lot Numbered Two Hundred Fifty Eight and formerly being Lot Numbered 18 in Omer D. Henderson’s Subdivision in Brown Township, Darke County, Ohio. Parcel No. C15-2-213-23-04-02-12100. The Defendant(s) named above are required to answer within 28 days of the date of the last publication of this Notice Greenville National Bank By: John Marchal, Esq. Attorney for Plaintiff 116 West Fourth Street Greenville OH 45331 937.548.1125 LEGAL NOTICE

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IN THE COMMON PLEAS COURT OF DARKE COUNTY, OHIO PROBATE DIVISON John Marchal, Administrator DBN WWA: of the Estate of Donald E. Robison :CASE NO. 2014-1-035 Plaintiff VS Terry L. Robison, et al. Defendants.

Pursuant to the Order of the Common Pleas Court, Probate Division, Darke County, Ohio, in Case number 2014-1-035 on the Docket of said Court, the undersigned will offer for sale at Public Auction on the premises located at 8920 St. Rt. 49, Greenville, Ohio, on Saturday, July 18, 2015, at 1:00 p.m. the following described real estate: TRACT ONE: Situate in the Village of Woodington in the County of Darke and the State of Ohio and bounded and described as follows: Lots 11 and 12 in B.H. Clark’s Addition to the Town of Woodington, Darke County, Ohio. Engineer’s I.D. #F25-5-212-05-01-01108-00 (Lots 11 and 12) TRACT TWO: Situate in the Town of Woodington, in the County of Darke and the State of Ohio. Being Lot Numbered ten (10) in the Town of Woodington, Darke County, Ohio. Engineer’s I.D. #F25-5-212-05-01-01109-00 (Lot No. 10) The premises has been appraised at Fifteen Thousand and 0/100 Dollars ($15,000.00) and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of the appraised value. Terms of sale: Cash, Fifteen percent (15%) down on the day of the sale, balance on delivery of deed. John Marchal, Administrator DBN WWA of the Estate of Donald E. Robison

CITY OF GREENVILLE, OHIO GARDENWOOD-RHOADES RECONSTRUCTION

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed Bids for the construction of the Gardenwood-Rhoades Reconstruction will be received by the City of Greenville, Ohio, at the office of the Board of Control, c/o Janelle Cross, 100 Public Square, Greenville, OH 45331, until 10:00 a.m. local time on June 18, 2015 at which time the Bids received will be publicly opened and read. The Project consists of 2,818 LF of full depth street reconstruction including curb and gutter, storm sewer system, 8” and 6” water line, water service lines, 8” cured in place sanitary sewer, sanitary laterals and all related appurtenances. The total engineer’s estimate, including alternate items, is $1,289,500.00. Bids will be received for a single prime Contract. Bids shall be on a lump sum and unit price basis, with additive alternate bid items as indicated in the Bid Form. The project completion date is June 1, 2016. A mandatory pre-bid conference and site visit will be held at 9:00 a.m. local time on June 11, 2015 at the Municipal Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio. The Issuing Office for the Bidding Documents is: City of Greenville, Planning & Zoning Department, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331, c/o Janelle Cross. Prospective Bidders may examine the Bidding Documents at the Issuing Office on Mondays through Thursdays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., or Fridays between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., and may obtain copies of the Bidding Documents from the Issuing Office as described below. Bidding Documents also may be examined online at www.cityofgreenville.org Printed copies of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from the Issuing Office, during the hours indicated above, upon non-refundable payment of $57.00 for each set. Checks for Bidding Documents shall be payable to “City of Greenville”. Upon request and receipt of the document payment indicated above plus shipping account number, the Issuing Office will transmit the Bidding Documents via delivery service. The date that the Bidding Documents are transmitted by the Issuing Office will be considered the Bidder’s date of receipt of the Bidding Documents. Neither Owner nor Engineer will be responsible for full or partial sets of Bidding Documents, including Addenda if any, obtained from sources other than the Issuing Office. Bids will be accepted only from Plan holders who have purchased plans and specifications from the City of Greenville for this project. Bid security shall be furnished in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders. Bidders shall submit proof of qualifications to perform the Work as described in the Instructions to Bidders. The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F . 5/31, 6/7 2T

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FOR RENT 2 BR apt, Grnvl. Patio. Garage. A/c. Lawn care. No Pets. $485. 937-423-2337

Ground floor 1 BR apt. Furnished, all utilities paid. Union City, IN. $135/week, $400 deposit. 937-968-6804

2-3 BR house in Greenville. Nice 2 car detached garage. Newer carpet & hardwood floors. Full basement with W/D hookup. $575 deposit, $575/mo. 937-548-0652 RECREATIONAL Pop-up style 8’ truck camper, EC, $2500. 937-467-4397

MISC. FOR SALE BEER & WINE MAKING Supplies. Orme Hardware, 210 S. Main, Arcanum, 692-8282

GIVE THE GIFT OF MUSIC! Graduation, Father’s Day, Birthdays, most special occasions! Come see us at BACH TO ROCK MUSIC, 334 S Broadway, Greenville, for all your musical instruments & accessories. Large selection of sheet music! 937-5471970 or bachtorock@ earthlink.net 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

Bid Proposals Requested For Office Cleaning Services The Darke Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is accepting bid proposals for their office cleaning service. All proposals are due in the Darke SWCD office no later than 12:00 pm (noon) on Friday, June 19, 2015. Contract will begin on July 1, 2015. For detailed information regarding duties and timelines of expected services, please contact Darke SWCD at 937-548-1752 or email jared.coppess@ oh.nacdnet.net. Mail or drop off all sealed proposals to: Darke SWCD, Attn: Jared Coppess, 1117 Southtowne Ct, Greenville, OH 45331.

Marbles and fishing rods & reels. 6214087 Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-4107127 for FREE DVD and brochure. Professional SOUND SYSTEM Sales & Installation & Rental. 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! FURNACES $285 While Supplies Last. TUNS 1-877-473-8867

MISC. FOR SALE 60”x60” Aker corner bathtub, white, excellent condition. Over $800 new, asking $198. Call 547-1079 HOUSEHOLD New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $149, twin $79 we deliver call 937-8845455

2 pc queen box spring & mattress, excellent condition, $275. Call 937-548-0463

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 FURNITURE SHOPPE, 504 N. Plum, Union City, IN. Frigidaire bisque side-by-side $275. GE dryer $125. Whirlpool bisque elec range $150. 937-9686804

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

MOTORCYCLES 2003 HD Sportster 883 Custom, $4000. No joy rides. 937-548-3278

MOTORCYCLES 2003 H.D. 100 Anniversary Softail Deuce, exc. cond. 15,000 miles, $9000. Call 997-3533

REAL ESTATE Brick home, 117 Sierra Lane, Arcanum. 3 BR, 2 bath, 2 car garage. For details call 937692-0164

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First Congregational Christian Church in Greenville is seeking a musician for their 10:30am Sunday Worship services.

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Darke County Sheriff’s Estate Sales For more information call 937-547-4603 or go to www.darkecountysheriff.org

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Delinquent Lands

Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes:

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00127, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Carl Henry Jr., et al., Defendants.

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00104, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Estate of Robert O. Irvin, et al., Defendants.

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00103, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Gregory Rench, et al., Defendants.

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00108, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. James Walker, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $4,073.27 (Four Thousand Seventy Three and 27/100)

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $2,894.55 (Two Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety Four and 55/100)

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 15CV00119, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Lowell V. Miller, Trustee of the Lowell V. Miller and Janis A. Miller Revocable Living Trust, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $6,248.21 (Six Thousand Two Hundred Forty Eight and 21/100)

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $1,954.57 (One Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty Four and 57/100)

515 E. North Union City, OH Parcel No. H33211329040312800

507 Markwith Greenville, OH Parcel No. F27221235020310400

130 Irvington Ave. Bradford, OH Parcel No. A04240921010211600

718 Central Union City, OH Parcel No. H33211329040213900

Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment;

Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at 10 o’clock AM at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 26th day of June, 2015 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 10th day of July, 2015, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY.

Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio

6/7, 6/14, 6/21 3T

Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $2,661.64 (Two Thousand Six Hundred Sixty One and 64/100) 220 W Water Greenville, OH Parcel No. F27221235040911500 Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at 10 o’clock AM at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 26th day of June, 2015 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 10th day of July, 2015, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY.

Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio

6/7, 6/14, 6/21 3T

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

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Nationstar VS. Betty Swartwout, et al. No. 14CV00465

Lakeview Loan VS. Paul Klink Jr., et al. No. 14CV00650

US Bank VS. James Nation, et al. No. 14CV00619

American Homeowners VS. Roselynne Widener, et al. No. 14CV00218

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, June 26, 2015, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the City of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 416 Southbrook Dr Greenville, Ohio

Street Address: 507 S Main St Arcanum, Ohio

Street Address: 10 Weisenbarger Ct Arcanum, Ohio

Street Address: 125 Main St Rossburg, Ohio

Parcel Number: F27221102030112700

Parcel Number: P59230809010213800

Parcel Number: P59230804030210200

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $86,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $31,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $25,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

Parcel Number: B12621435040110700 & B06021435000041202

TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff

6/7, 6/14, 6/21 3T

General Information

The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property. The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

JPMorgan VS. Donald Schmidt, et al. No. 14CV00158 Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, June 26, 2015, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Gettysburg in Darke County to-wit: Street Address: 348 N Bridge St Gettysburg, Ohio Parcel Number: A05431025040111100

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $30,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $52,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff

6/7, 6/14, 6/21 3T

appraised from the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes. Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.governmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville. All sales begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Bidding information

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate

JPMorgan VS. Ann Riegle, et al. No. 14CV00630

Union Savings VS. David Booher, et al. No. 15CV00032

Street Address: 3629 North Dr Wayne Lakes, Ohio

Street Address: 410 Union St Greenville, Ohio

Parcel Number: L80221128020113300

Parcel Number: F27221227020612600

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $58,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $20,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

TERMS OF SALE: 15% down on day of Sale. Balance on delivery of Deed.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff

6/7, 6/14, 6/21 3T

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

Bidding starts at two-thirds of the appraised value. Successful bidders must deposit 15% of the purchase price at the time of the sale. Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these

Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price must be paid at the confirmation of the sale, which is approximately 30 days after the date of sale.

More Information

You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

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GARAGE SALES ON PAGE 28 WANTED

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ASSOCIATES STAFFING OF DARKE CO. LLC

7053 St RT 121 North, Greenville, Oh 45331 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

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Angela Edsale, Troy Pearson, Scott Foreman with Brandon Dake winning the 50/50 and donating his half back to Mitch McCabe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re tremendously proud of our community and those who have stepped forward to support Mitch McCabe,â&#x20AC;? stated Bob Schlechty owner of Schlechtyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sports Bar. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had families who planned to attend, those who were just stopping in for a meal that contributed and a couple who drove one hour to attend and show their support.â&#x20AC;? With the kindness and compassion of our community as well as Mitch McCabe supporters, Schlechtyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s was able to present a check in the amount of $2,200 to Mitch on his 25th birthday. Bob and Monyca Schlechty would like to commend Ketring Locker Service for their generous donation, Tommy Renfro for awesome entertainment, Kelly Studebaker and Dawn Mikesell for volunteering their help as well as Sue Richards for preparing the meal and the employees of Schlechtyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s who worked diligently to make this event a success.

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 2015. For an application and more information, please visit dhidetasseling.com or call Robin or Mahala at (937) 833-3339 ext. 113.

Union City Kids Learning Place Head Start Head Teacher Bachelors in ECE Required $16.36 + excellent benefits! EEO Spanish/English bilingual encouraged to apply!

www.councilonruralservices.org

HELP WANTED Cashier and telephone operator for Ford Dealership in Greenville, Ohio.

Responsible for Accounts Payables and Accounts Receivable, Cash Balancing and Deposits. Accounting background with knowledge of computer required. Great hours and beneďŹ ts. Apply in person at Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln, 500 Wagner Avenue, Greenville, OH 45331. Ask for Vera. No Phone Calls Please

with competitive wages, benefits, employee discounts

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Bureau of Workers’ Compensation recognizes local employers GREENVILLE – The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) has recognized nine Darke County employers for keeping their employees safe on the job. The employers received

BWC’s Special Award for Safety during the annual awards ceremony of the Darke County Safety Council, one of more than 80 across the state that serve as partners in BWC’s ef-

OPEN HOUSE TODAY Sunday, June 7th, 1-3 p.m. 209 Memorial Drive, Greenville

Granite. Stainless steel appliances, gas stove, glass tile back splash. Hardwood floors, fireplace, new deck, fenced in back yard, amazing view of park. 2 bedroom, 1 large bath. Newer roof, a/c, furnace. Call 937-417-1330.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY June 7th 1-2:30pm

1280 HOWARD DR. GREENVILLE, OHBeautiful corner lot at the intersection of Russ & Howard. This home offers the space a growing family needs complete with a finished walk out basement and its move in ready! Stop in today 8730 for more details. ------------------------------------------------------------3786 HICKORY DRIVE, WAYNE LAKES, “PENDING”

NEAR ARCANUM BASEBALL PARK! Vinyl sided ranch w/3 BR. LRM. Whirlpool tub in BA. All KIT appliances included. Washer & dryer stay. Deck on back & fenced back yard. MLS 605648 #4464 SECLUDED LOCATION! 1-ST wood/stone home offerings 3 BR, 2 BA. Great rm. 66x72 horse barn w/7 horse stalls & riding arena. 7+ Acres! MLS 608421 #4468 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! 3 unit rental property in New Madison. Unit 1 has 3 BR, unit 2 has 2 BR & unit 3 has 1 BR. All units have 1 BA. MLS 609254 #4415 NEW PRICE! Brick ranch w/LRM & DRM. 3 BR. All appliances including washer & dryer. Replacement windows. Newer furnace & A/C. Fenced yard. In Versailles! MLS 110166 #4426 NEW LISTING! Great Country Location across from new FM School! 1-ST vinyl sided home offering 3 BR. DRM. LRM has WB stove; FRM has gas F/P. 2 enclosed porches. 2-car garage. MLS 611374 #4474

STOP BY AND CHECK IT OUT! OPEN SUNDAY JUNE 7TH 1165 DONALD DR. GREENVILLE, OH OPEN 2-4

NEW PRICE! Well maintained home in the north end of Greenville close to dinning and shopping. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Jay Kimmel. (111040)

3530 POPLAR LANE GREENVILLE, OH OPEN 1-2:30

MOTIVATED SELLER is ready to sign on the dotted line. This ranch style home is welcoming to all. Home has 3 bedrooms in main part of house with an additional room off family room that could be utilized for 4th bedroom, private office, toy room for the kids. Back yard has chain link fence and large utility barn. At the end of a quiet street in Wayne Lakes where one can sit outside and enjoy nature. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Elaine Laux. (110779)

205 RHOADES AVE. GREENVILLE, OH OPEN 3-4

MOTIVATED SELLER offering two, possible three bedroom home. Located near business district for easy access to restaurants and all your shopping needs. Two car attached garage. This property is worth your time to look over. See you there! Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Elaine Laux. (110911)

forts to educate employers and workers about the importance of workplace safety. The award recognizes businesses that have gone at least 500,000 hours and at least six months without an injury resulting in a day or more away from work. “I applaud these employers for their achievement, and for understanding that making safety a priority is one of the most important steps they can take to keep their employees healthy and productive, and their workers’ compensation costs down,” said BWC Administrator/CEO Steve Buehrer. “Workplace injury claims in Ohio are down by half over the last 10 years in part because of attentive employers that put safety ﬁrst by utilizing resources like safety councils and using the knowledge they gain to instill safety at their work-

places.” Safety councils are organized by local business organizations to inform participants of new safety standards and regulations, products and services, and provide a thorough knowledge of topics, including occupational safety and health, workers’ compensation and risk management education. Safety councils annually honor members with strong safety records. Darke County employers recognized with the Special Award for Safety include: * A.L. Smith Trucking, Inc. 552,624 hours worked * BASF Corporation - 1,074,765 hours worked * Brethren Retirement Community - 933,361 hours worked * Darke County - 647,178 hours worked * FPE, Inc. 1,454,416 hours worked

Save a life through Red Cross courses GREENVILLE – June is full of exciting days: June 5 is National Doughnut Day; June 7 is National Chocolate Ice Cream Day; June 11 is National Corn on the Cob Day. Our first question is: Why aren’t these being celebrated every day? And our next question: Are you prepared in case an incident occurs during these exciting, festive, food consumption days? If not, the American Red Cross has you covered. They are offering adult and pediatric first aid, CPR and AED courses in Greenville on June 16, 10 a.m., at 130 Martz St. The courses teach you how to respond to the person next to you choking on that last corn kernel; what to do if your co-worker’s daily doughnut turns against him and causes his heart to stop mid-breakfast; how to stop the bleeding when your friend injures herself fighting for the last scoop of chocolate ice cream; how to use a defibrillator, which is easier to use than it is to pronounce; how to give CPR to a baby… because someone’s got to take care of them. In addition to the classroom lessons, the course includes an online learning

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component. Rather than the standard “read and take a multiple-choice quiz” formula, the Red Cross took a page from the Xbox and Wii generation. Students now use an interactive, animated, virtual learning formula. In short, they learn the basics of saving a life by playing a game in which they must respond to a real-life emergency. The courses result in a two-year Red Cross certiﬁcation. The prices for the courses range from $55 to $85, depending on the courses chosen. Advanced registration is required. To register for a class or ﬁnd more information, call 1-800RED CROSS or visit redcross.org/takea-class.

R&S Reck Mobile Home Park New Paris, Ohio

Mobile Homes for Rent Or Rent to Own Call

937-417-7111

* Midmark Corporation 1,681,264 hours worked * Neff Motivation, Inc. - 540,242 hours worked

* Staffmark Investment LLC - 689,039 hours worked * Village of Union City 524,215 hours

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

MAKE NOTE! OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY JUNE 14TH 1:00-2:30 P.M. 8384 OAKES RD., ARCANUM HURRY, PRICE REDUCED $7000, come enjoy this wonderfully UPDATED brick ranch with open floor plan for great family area, well designed 1,483 sq ft home with 3 large bedrooms, 2 nice sized FULL baths. Plenty of room for everyone including a large laundry room, family/ Florida room in back, and nice 2 1/2 car garage with great work area. Situated on about a 1/2 acre country lot right outside town of Pitsburg, walking distance to FM school, bus option available, New roof & sheeting in 2007, public sewer. 6959 HOLLANSBURG-SAMPSON RD., ARCANUM LOOKING FOR A HOME in the country in Arcanum-Butler School District? This is it! 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, 3 minutes from town. 2725 HAZELWOOD AVE., KETTERING NICELY LOCATED PROPERTY with lots of charm on a double lot with a large private back yard.

First Choice Realty

The Right Choice 1400 Wagner Ave. Greenville, OH 45331

www.cbfirstchoice.com

548-5464

IN THE PARK at 215 E. Harmon is a 3 bedroom ranch with vinyl siding and windows; freshly painted interior; new kitchen cabinets and granite countertop; enclosed front porch; carpeted breezeway; full basement w/wood-burning fireplace; 2 car attached garage. CORNER LOT! Mid 90s APPROVED BUILDING LOT at 1276 Oaktree is 74’x99’. $19,900 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! 60x75 commercial building with 4 overhead doors; 4 acres M/L at 5250 Meeker Road. $197,000 5 ACRES M/L WOODED, CORNER LOT at 4560 Grubbs-Rex Road has a 2-story home; newer septic; 36x80 barn. Upper 70s IN WAYNE LAKES this 2 bedroom home at 1180 East Drive has corner fireplace; attached garage; WOODED, CORNER LOT! Yours day of closing! Upper 40s IN SOUTHEND OF GREENVILLE this 2 bedroom home at 829 Harrison has finished basement with kitchen & bath; patio; enclosed porch and 2½ car detached garage. CORNER LOT! Upper 80s COMMERCIAL BUILDING 60x100 at 602 Riffle. Mid 50s 29 ACRES M/L nestles a 2-story brick home at 1648 Mills Road! Updated and well maintained home has walnut woodwork; built ins; hickory cabinets in kitchen; oak and plank flooring; oak staircase; hot water and corn-burning heat! 3-4 car attached garage plus barns! $299,000 IN WOODBRIAR ESTATES are 2 lots on 5K Avenue! Each 140’x175’. Both for $29,900. YES, THEY CAN BE BUILT ON! IN GETTYSBURG a double at 302 E. Main has 2 bedrooms each side; 1 car attached garage. Low 60s

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

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GREENVILLE 826 Spring St. $74,900. 3 bed, 1 bath, 2 car det. Garage, enclosed porch, quiet street. (110998) 1310 Oaktree NEW LISTING $106,900. 3 bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car att. Garage, north end. (111230) 622 Birt NEW LISTING $119,900. 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 car att. Garage, corner lot, sun room, many updates. (111217) 7162 N. St Rt. 49 $149,900. 3 bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car det. Garage, horse stalls. (110913) 6329 Hartzell Rd. $289,900. 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car att. Garage, custom built home, additional garage with an office. (111101) 6236 Hartzell Rd. $650,000. 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 3 car att. Garage, custom built home, pool, hot tub, 18 acres. (111090) PITSBURG 114 Merrie Ln $131,900. 3 bed, 1.5 bath, 2.5 car att. Garage, many updates, one owner home! (111093) UNION CITY 109 E North St. NEW LISTING $22,900. 3 bedroom apartement in rear of building, front has been used as meeting room. (111224) 102 Bon Bon Dr. $55,000. 3 bed, 1 bath located on a quiet cul-de-sac. rents for $475 (110382)

worked In addition to the Special Award for Safety, other awards such as the Group Award for Safety, the 100 percent Award and

the Achievement Award were also given to various local businesses. Visit bwc.ohio. gov to learn more about joining a safety council.

FOR RENT 2BR ½ double-N. end of Greenville. Gas heat / central A/C, 1 yr. lease. $585.00 per mo. No Metro/No Pets Call 548-6772

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE OPEN HOUSES: Sunday ~ June 14th ~ 1 to 3 PM

4887 St. Rt. 49 S – Greenville Recently updated spacious home w/ 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. $179,900 Hosted by Amy Shilt 937-423-4420

110 E Harmon Dr. – Greenville Captivating home with exploited square footage close to park and school. $175,000 Hosted by Chris Hayes 937-417-0473 ---------------------------------------------------------

Sunday ~ June 21st ~ 1 to 3 PM

5431 Naomi Dr. – Greenville Price reduced on this modernized home located on a quiet cul-de-sac just east of town. $117,500 Hosted by Kimberly Marker 937-564-6496

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc Mike 220 E. Baker, 4th St., Auctioneer/Broker Greenville, OH 937-548-2640

www.midwest-realty.com

REMINDER OPEN HOUSE TODAY • 1-2:30! 1001 DONALD DR-GREENVILLE 3 BR 2 Bath Multi level Brick and Cedar home located close to pool and shopping. Home offers many updates. 717 WAYNE ST-GREENVILLE This home offers a double lot and yard that is well maintained. 123 HILLVIEW – GREENVILLE Love a Tri-Level? Walk to the park from this 3BR, 1 ½ bath home. Many updates and move in ready. 110 OXFORD- GREENVILLE Nice 3 Bedroom Stone ranch with sunroom and attached garage. Gas heat and Central air. Close to shopping. 1022 DONALD DR-GREENVILLE Fantastic 3 bedroom brick home resting on a large city lot just minutes from Greenville City park entrance. 7156 ST RT 118 – GREENVILLE Nice 3 BR brick ranch home. Located in country but close to parks, schools, and shopping. Immediate Occupancy.

TODAY 3-4:30 229 HART AVE-GREENVILLE This 2 bedroom home on corner lot offers many updates. 715 CHESTNUT-GREENVILLE 2-3 Bedroom home with 2 baths, Large open living room and Dining room, sunroom with fireplace and even a screened porch. Mature trees in Greenville’s South end. 301 ARMSTRONG – GREENVILLE Lots of storage including a floored walk up attic. 3 BR, 1.5 BA, good sized closets. Beautiful hardwood floors. Enclosed front porch for your enjoyment.

MARK YOUR CALENDERS FOR OPEN HOUSE JUNE 14TH 1-2:30 115 SATER ST-GREENVILLE Well cared for 3 bedroom, 2 bath home that is priced to sell.

JUST REDUCED!! 5875 WOOD AVE-GREENVILLE $194,900Looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath with full basement and a 3 car attached garage? Check out this lovely well maintained home just minutes from Greenville.

NEW TO THE MARKET! 324 E. 3RD ST-GREENVILLE Spacious building with over 5800 Sq Ft. 6225 REQUARTH-GREENVILLE Excellent 3 BR brick ranch located 2 mile East if Greenville. 4740 CHILDRENS HOME-BRADFORDGREENVILLE Luxury living in this 3 BR 3.5 bath basement home on 5 acres with 3/4 acre pond, Must see! Call for details.

1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

Location, Location, Location

547-2281

937-547-3077

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GARAGE SALES ARCANUM/ PITSBURG 26th Annual COUNTRY NEIGHBORS Garage Sale; June 11; 9-5; Painter Creek, Pitsburg, Red River & Arcanum area. Maps & lunchstands available

Multi-Family; 3333 Gettysburg-Pitsburg Rd, Arcanum; June 10, 4-8; June 11, 8-6; June 12, 8-?; Riding lawn mower, toolboxes, drills, men’s/ women’s/girls’ clothes, housewares, Roller Blades, microwave 9138 & 9200 Neff Rd, Arcanum; Part of Country Neighbors; June 11; 8:00-? 8588 Oakes Rd, June 11 & 12, 9-5; June 13, 8-12. MULTI FAMILY! Large Variety. HUGE BARN SALE; 5110 Gettys-Pits Rd; June 11-13; 9-5; Lots of misc, too much to list 3523 Red River-W Grove; June 11-12; 9-6; Multi-Family; Kids to adults, excellent condition! Rototiller, dishes, tools, toys, etc. All donations to Darke Co Hospice in memory of Leslie David Netherly

3043 Aldrich Rd, Arcanum, part of Country Neighbors; 6/11; 9-5; Lighted wall unit & curio cabinet, ladies scrubs, small kitchen appliances, clothing, combination saw, roto-tiller, brake buddy & flat tow hitch, numerous other items Country Neighbors; 5778 Byreley Rd, Bradford; June 1112; 9-5; Multi-Family; Boys’ newborn-4T, hobby horse, tricycles, toys, books, variety items, changing table, pack&play Moving Sale - 10 Greenmoor Dr., Arcanum; June 11, 9-5. Full bed, patio furniture, playhouse, strollers, baby items & more. Huge! 9079 PitsburgLaura Rd., Arcanum; June 11,12; 9-5. Computer hutch, sofas, chairs, love seats, pub table & stools, elliptical, bikes, corner curio cabinet, TV, floor lamp, golf pictures, toys, scrapbooking items, boys (3T-6), girls (4-6), pre-teen girls (1012) clothes, luggage, household items & lots more!

ARCANUM/ PITSBURG 9069 SR 571, Painter Creek; 1 Day Only, June 11; 8-5; Adult & kids’ clothes, rocker, easel, Radio Flyer Horse, toys, packn-play, household items, cabinets, light & plumbing fixtures, carpet, electric heaters, trash compactor, doors, tile

Country Neighbors Garage Sale! 9708 Painter Creek-Arcanum Rd, June 11-13, 8-5. Lots of old items for re-purposing; some antiques; old doors; small cupboard; lg green chalkboard; miniature tea sets; cream & sugar sets; childrens clothes; toys; books & misc. Plants: Perennials & annuals. Homemade cookies. STOP BY & BROWSE! BRADFORD/ GETTYSBURG 314 E. Main, Gettysburg; June 11,12, 9-5; June 13, 9-12. Camping, boating & truckers items. Slot car track, exercise equip., household, Brass Button bears, Coca Cola ornaments.

BRADFORD/ GETTYSBURG Bradford-Webster, 8868 Seibt Rd; June 12, 5-8; June 13, 9-3; Plus size clothes, craft items, Dr Whitaker, walking machine, books, VHS, purses, shoes, misc

7798 Rt. 36 E.; June 10,11,12; 8-5. Wall mount curio, pressure cooker, dishes, 4 wheeler, tools, camp chairs. Lots of misc. GREENVILLE 1170 Parkway; June 11-12; 9-5; WWI & WWII helmets, gas masks, Civil War bayonet, 1867 French bayonet, comic books, nice porcelain clock, books, quilt material, baby clothes, toys, lots of craft supplies, records, beer memorabilia, antiques, stereoscopic cards, lots of misc. 2828 Hamilton Rd. (Coletown) - Large garage/yard Sale June 10,11,12,13; 8-7. Glassware, tools, Knick Knacks, Christmas, books, electronics, movies, music, toys, Lots of misc., also make offer items, “All Must Go!”

GREENVILLE 286 Hickory Dr; June 11-12; 9-5; Clothes, antiques, furniture, digital photo frame, port. DVD player, bikes, outdoor playset

Yard Sale - 724 Hiddeson Ave. (alley), June 11-13, 9-6. Call 548-2456 for more info. Dresser, school desk, chair, old tools, cassets & 33 1/3 albums - mostly country, puzzles & books, 2 TV’s, new breadmaker, boys clothes - 4-10, womens 7-3X, 2 very nice 1X ladies winter coats, lots more, too much to list 606 Central Ave; June 10, 5-8:30pm; June 11, 9-6pm; June 12, 9-3pm; Huge Sale, Reasonable Prices! Children’s books, toys, girls’ clothes 0-12 mo., home decor. A table for the men to browse! Lots more! 222 Armstrong St., corner of Armstrong & Wayne Ave.; June 11, 9-5; June 12, 9-2. Large 3 Family - Lots of tools, electronics, household, Nascar, Harley Davidson, mens & womens clothes & lots of misc.

Multi-Family - 111 Fairfax Ct., June 11,12; 8-5. ‘98 Plymouth Voyager, inversion table, car-top carrier, furniture, fridge, kitchen items, guinea pig, books, toys, clothes. Lots of misc. Homemade noodles & cream puffs! 7304 Hogpath Rd; June 11-12-13; 9-5; Multi-Family Operation Christmas Child Rummage Sale in memory of Brenda Kite. Variety of items 3252 St Rt 571; June 11-12, 9-5; June 13, 9-12; Household, clothes, scrubs, Vera Bradley, furniture, wedding stuff, DVDs, books, puzzles, paintball, 1983 Honda motorcycle, misc Old Tyme Garage Sale; 603 Sweitzer; June 1112-13; 9-5; Tons of everything Annual Sale; 151 Ark Ave; June 12, 4pmDark; June 13, 8-Dark; Multi-Family; Too much to list! Boys’ & girls’ newborn to adult, household, furniture. Anything you can think of and a lot that you can’t!

GREENVILLE 6311 Requarth Rd., June 11-13, 9-5. Teen clothes, bikes, furniture, home decor. Like New

865 N. Ohio, June 1113, 8-4. Womens, boys & mens clothes, toys, books, recliner, desk & misc. 715 Honeysuckle Dr; June 10-11-12; 9am5pm; Large Moving Sale! 601 E North St, OH side; Wed-Fri, June 10-12; 8-4; Furniture, clothes (girls 2-6T, boys 8-12), toys, books, misc UNION CITY The Great Highway 32 Yard Sale & Beyond; Saturday, June 13, 2015; 8am-5pm; Starting in Union City. 937-899-0151

UNION CITY Large! From Greenville, 502 to 7235 Springhill Rd; June 11, 3pm-6pm; June 12-13, 9am-6pm; Sm appliances, toys, books, loads of puzzles, Christmas, curtains, bedding, children’s clothes, you name it! VERSAILLES 48 N. Olive St., June 10-12, 9-5 NO EARLY BIRDS! Large sale, too much to list; nurse’s scrubs, antiques, household items, something for everyone

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FOR GETTING YOUR

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ST. MARY’S SCIENCE FAIR

GREENVILLE – St. Mary’s School recently held its annual Science Fair. The following are the top three place ﬁnishers. (From right to left) Carmen Badell – ﬁrst place; second place tie – Jacob Maher and Jacob Dircksen; and third place tie Valerie Myers and Koller Winterrowd.

LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2015 9:00 AM

5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00A.M. *2 AUCTION RINGS* Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) TRACTORS & FARM EQUIPMENT 1940 Ford 8-N Tractor, Excellent Paint, runs fantastic, Good Rubber, Ready to go; Farmall Super C Tractor, runs good, Good Paint & Rubber; Case SC Tractor, Super Sharp Paint, Good Rubber (not running at time of listing); J.I. Case Ground Driven Manure Spreader; Bravo 5 Ft. 3-Point Rotary Mower. HORSE DRAWN EQUIPMENT Box Board Style, Rubber Tire, Passenger Parade Wagon, Pull w/Horses or Vehicle (very nice); One Horse, 2 Seat Surry Cart, Beautiful Oak w/ Wood Spoke Wheels (super nice); Heavy Duty Horse Training Sled (nice). TRAILER & BOATS 12 Ft. Sea King Alum. John Boat; Sea Hawk (5) Person Poly Peddle Boat w/Awning; 12 Ft. Tandem Axel Utility Trailer w/2 Ft. Dovetail, Alum. Wheels, Ramp. HONDA 4-WHEELER Honda Fourtrax 250 4-Wheeler, Elec. Start, Good Rubber. HAMMOND ELEC. ORGAN Hammond E-182 Elec. Organ w/ Leslie Speaker, Pioneer Surround Sound System. HUNTING ITEMS Pop-Up Hunting Blind; Tree Stands; misc. Camo items; Martin Compound Bow & Acc. (in case); Horton-Yukon Cross Bow; Coleman Lantern; Fishing Poles; Reels; Western Field 22 Long Rifle, Model #: M-854; 20 G.A. Barrels (Mossburg & Remington); Beagle Master Alum. Hunting Dog Box (2) Dog Box; 12 Gun – Gun Safe (nice). MOWERS – LAWN TRACTORS – Z TURN - YAZOO Yazoo 18 H.P. Master Mower Hydrostatic Drive, 60” Deck; Dixon 26/54 Lawn Tractor, 26 H.P. Kawasaki, Hydrostat; 54” Cut, Frt. Bumper, like new, only 35 Hrs.; Toro Zero Turn Mower, 50” Deck, runs & works good; Toro GT 2200 Lawn Tractor, 25 H.P., 50” Deck, Hydrostat, runs good. AUTOMOBILES 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza, 2 Dr., 6 Cyl., Factory A/C, Manual Trans., Odometer 84,531, (White), needs restored; 1965 Chevrolet Corvair 500, 2 Dr., 6 Cyl., Model #: 110, (Green), Odometer 48,128, needs restored. POOL TABLE – PINBALL – CIGARETTE MACHINE Brunswick, Regulation Size Pool Table w/Acc. (nice); Early Boomerang Pin Ball Machine; Fleetwood Cigarette Vending Machine. SADDLES – HORSE TACK – ACCESSORIES 12” Youth Western Saddle; 15” Western Saddle; 15” Australian Saddle; 15” English Saddle; lots of Tack, Harness, Raines, Halters, Grooming Equipment; Wood & Metal Single, Double, Triple Trees; Shoeing Equipment; Files; Nippers; Hoof Stand; Chaps; Water & Feed Buckets; Scoops; Tank Heaters; (2) 100 Gal. Rubbermaid Water Tanks. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Early Metal Fire Fighter Pedal Car Unit # 508; Early Child’s Metal Scooter; (2) Early Child’s Wagons; Early Porcelain Texaco Fire Chief Fuel Pump Sign; “Gas-Boy” Fuel Pump Head w/ Dial; (3) Tokheim SS Fuel Pumps (1) w/”Pure Firebird” Emblem; Plastic Pennzoil Sign Panels (various sizes); (2) Cast Iron & Alum. Dinner Bells w/ Brackets; Cast Iron #12 Lodge Kettle w/ Lid; Lg. Iron Kettle w/Spider; Early Lg. Fire Station Warning Siren; huge Glass Insulator; Early Gas & Oil Metal Cans including: Standard Oil, Regal & others; 5 Gal. Sohio Adv. Bucket; (3) Early Corn Jobbers; 1926 Master Oil Bottle Spout; Pioneer Cast Iron Implement Seat; 1000 Lb. Platform Scales; Bailey Hardware Wood Sign; (2) Cream Separators; Fulton Hand Crank Corn Sheller; #3 Crock; Wood Buggy Spring Seat; numerous Blow Torches (including a 1921); Early Ohio License Plates 1915 through 1974; 10 Gal. Milk Cans; Wood Pulleys; Granite Ware (Blue & Green); Boy Scout Back Pack; Johnson Wood Mandolin; several Tonka Metal Trucks & Loaders; U.S. Army Fuel Can; Stroh’s Beer Clock; Ford Mustang Chrome Grill Emblem 67-68; (2) Early Snow Sleds; Wood Chicken Crates; Feeders; Wood Barrels; Early Wood Wheel Barrow w/Steel Wheel; (2) Wood Spoke Truck Wheels & Tires; B.F. Goodrich Bicycle (Girls) & others; several Wood Spoke Wagon Wheels. TOOLS & SHOP EQUIPMENT Milwaukee Saw Zall (in case); H. Duty Chain Hoist; 14” Cut off Saw; Gas Trash Pump; new Belt Sander; Planer/Joiner; Sm. Metal Lathe 2 Ft. Bed; Dewalt Grinder; Rotozip Spiral Saw; Bench Drill Press; Micro Bubble Wheel Balancer; Engine Stand; Kobalt Air Chisel & Nippers; ½” Air Impact; Air Ratchet & Drill; several Floor Jacks; several Bench Grinders; C-Clamps; Boomers; Pry Bars; Come-a-Long; Log Chains; Portable Air Tank; several Tool Boxes; Cement Tools; Drill Bits; Ext. Cords; ½” & ¾” Socket Sets; Wrenches; Bolt Cutters; Battery Charger; 120 V-AC Gas Generator; Power ARC 1500 Generator; Hyd. Bumper Jack; Bottle Jacks; Wrenches; Hand Tools; (4) Car Wheel Dollie Cradles. LAWN & POWER EQUIPMENT Several Gas Chain Saws including: Stihl, Poulan, McCulloch & Husqvarna; several Gas Walk Mowers; several Reel Type Mowers; 3 ½ H.P. Lawn Edger; 6 ½ H.P. Walk Behind Trimmer; several Gas Weed Eaters; Yardman 8 H.P. 26” Snow Blower w/Chains; Toro Gas Snow Blower; Backpack Sprayer; several Pump Sprayers; Garden Plow & Cultivator; Fimco 15 Gal. 12-Volt Sprayer; 2 Whl. Lawn Cart; Wheel Barrow; 4 Ft. Yard Roller; Troy Bilt 2200 P.S.I. Gas Power Washer; Powermate 1200 P.S.I. Elec. Power Washer; 30,000 B.T.U. Space Heater; Lawn & Garden Hand Tools; Live Traps; Sears 5 H.P. Chipper/Shredder. MISC. Reese 20K 5th Wheel Hitch; several Reese Sway Bars & Hitch Accessories; several Chrome Rear Trk. 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Montessori students help at the Parks Junior high musicians combine GREENVILLE – Spring is a wonderful time to complete service projects within the community. With the grass starting to turn green, some of the trees and bushes are starting to bud; it makes everyone want to be outdoors to enjoy the beautiful weather. DeColores Montessori seventh graders reach out to the community to help with a service project at least once a month. On April 1, the students came to the Darke County Park District to volunteer for the day. Seven students and two energetic teachers met with Laura Schwieterman, Darke County Parks Volunteer Coordinator at Shawnee Prairie. After a brief introduction and safety

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Seventh graders at DeColores Montessori School volunteered to make Darke County Parks a better place.

training they hit the trails with loppers in hand to remove Bush Honeysuckle. Bush Honeysuckle is an invasive shrub. It’s one of the ﬁrst to leaf out and will hold its leaves longer than most deciduous plants and trees. Bush Honeysuckle is so invasive it takes over an area and chokes out all the native species that once grew. The students enjoyed working to-

gether to cut down this invasive plant. As time rolled by they were trying to see who could pull the largest honeysuckle bush and how many they could cut down with their loppers. As they continued to work down the sides of the trail and their wrap up time approached quickly they enjoyed their walk back to the Nature Center. It was amazing to see

how much honeysuckle they were able to remove in just an hour and a half. Many hands make light work. The Park District would like to thank the DeColores Montessori seventh graders and their teachers for all of their hard work and dedication to the Park District. If you would like to volunteer with the Parks, Laura at the Nature Center, 548-0165.

D & Co. helps ladies get ready for prom GREENVILLE – A special night for many people with disabilities in Darke County was recently held as they attended their fourth annual Prom. This wonderful event was free for attendees and is coordinated each year by Dennis Wheeler, pastor of Versailles Christian Church, and his congregation. Many people donated their time, gifts, and talents to make this night possible. D & Co. Stylists Denise Palivec, Evelyn Sharp and Stacy Gibson blocked out four hours at the Greenville salon to offer free hairstyles for any lady going to the event. They really took their time with each person and asked about their style and color of dress and what kind of hairstyle they had in mind. Some of the ladies had

never had their hair done in a “style” so they showed them several different ways they could do their hair and the ladies made the ﬁnal decision. There were many up-dos and lots of curling and hairspray (even some glitter) and the ladies loved it. Connie Norris, a recently retired Mary Kay Director, donated her time and make-up to ﬁnish off the look. She also consulted with the ladies on what would look nice with the colors they were wearing for the evening. Some of the ladies were not even sure if they wanted to wear make-up, but the transformations spoke for themselves, there were lots of smiles and laughter. By all accounts, this was a wonderful experience that only made the evening more

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GREENVILLE – The annual performance of the Darke County Junior High Band was successfully held recently at Memorial Hall in Greenville. Selected students from Ansonia, Arcanum, Bradford, Franklin Monroe, Greenville, Mississinawa Valley, and Versailles combined to form the ninety piece concert band. The group was conducted and assisted by each school’s band director. Students met for the ﬁrst time the day before the concert and settled in on stage and began to rehearse the ﬁve selections they would perform the next day. After a day of rehearsal, students were dismissed to reconvene the next morning when the band put

Shown are members of the Darke County Junior High Band.

the ﬁnal touches on the selections. After lunch, students made their way back to the stage for a ﬁnal talk through and tune up. The purpose of this annual event is to provide an opportunity for our junior high players to put the skills learned in the class room to work producing a quality product in

the matter of hours versus weeks. The performance went very well and was received with enthusiasm from a receptive audience. The concert included the following musical selections: “Fanfare for Freedom” by Michael Story, “Aztec Celebration” by David Shaffer, “Spinning Wheel” arranged by

Michael Sweeney, “Circle the Wagons” by Jack Wilds, and “Grenade” arranged by Michael Story. This event is a testament to the level of concentration, focus, and enthusiasm seventh and eighth grade students can bring to an activity that is important to them and their families.

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memorable. The ladies who attended the prom are not the only ones who beneﬁtted from this, Denise and her group have donated their time and talents every year and will continue to do so because they love it so much. She has already asked to be contacted for next year. “It is an amazing thing to be able to give back to the community. We love having the ladies come in and see their transformations with hair and make-up,” said Denise. Some comments from the ladies were that they thought the stylists were so nice and made them feel “extra special” for the day. One lady said what she liked most was getting to talk to them, “they were really nice and kind!” Another said it was “cool” because when she gets a haircut, they just blow

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STEINBRECHER’S GIFT

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Federal family would like to again congratulate Eunice Steinbrecher on her retirement from the Board of Directors. Thank you for 30 years of service and dedication to Greenville Federal. In lieu of a gift, Mrs. Steinbrecher asked that Greenville Federal make a charitable donation on her behalf to Hospice of Greenville. Pictured are (L-R) Mindy Stebbins Director of Business Development for State of The Heart Hospice, Eunice Steinbrecher and Jeff Kniese President and CEO of Greenville Federal.

Last Mondays at Versailles Museum VERSAILLES – The Versailles Area Museum is excited about this activity held the last Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the museum. These gatherings are designed for their more “senior” friends or those who are free for the afternoon. From month to month they will enjoy various activities from old picture identiﬁcation, to Village Trivia, reminiscing about towns or events, or occasionally host a guest speaker. This month they will reminisce about days in Yorkshire. What was it like to go to church or school here? What stores were in

town? What did you do for fun? Come and sit and share your story or just listen to others. They think that you have much to share and everyone has much to learn! Please join them for all the interesting stories and conversation! The afternoons are always capped off with a great desserts and a cool beverage. If you have ideas for programs we want to hear from you! After all it’s all about what YOU want. The will celebrate North Star in July. Watch the local papers or their Facebook page for additional details.

April court activity GREENVILLE – Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, reported on the case statistics of the court for April 2015. There were 480 new cases ﬁled in the Darke County Municipal Court in April 2015. The breakdown of these cases include: 66 criminal, 20 O.M.V.I., 294

other trafﬁc and 100 civil cases. There were 490 cases terminated/disposed of in April 2015. For more information, contact Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, Darke County Courthouse, 504 South Broadway, Suite 7, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Telephone 547-7340.

DC Parks holds Bike to Health GREENVILLE – Are you ready to get outside? The sun is shining and your bike is calling your name. Meet a naturalist at the Gettysburg Access Point (Bridge Street), and they will ride the trail and enjoy the summer weather. The dates for the programs are June 13, 2 p.m., July 9, 6:30 p.m. and Aug.

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Caitlin Shuttleworth, MVCTC Graphic Art student from Arcanum, was selected in the Top 300 at the Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibit.

Shuttleworth’s art work is in Top 300 ENGLEWOOD – Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Digital Design, Graphic Commercial Art and Photography programs had 10 works of art selected as Ohio Governor’s Youth Art Exhibit Semi-Finalists from hundreds of entries on March 7, at Stivers School for the Arts (Southwest Regional judging location). The semi-ﬁnalists advanced to Columbus where state judging took place on March 14, to choose the top 300 winners. Caitlin Shuttleworth, a Graphic Art student from Arcanum, was selected in the Top 300 and will have her work displayed in Columbus. Judges for this level of competition are chosen from all over the country and are generally professional artists, college level instructors, or both. From the 12,000 regional entries from the 15 regions,

approximately 2,500 are selected to enter the state judging. State jurors then select 300 for the actual exhibition, with 25 of the 300 chosen to receive the Governor’s Award of Excellence. Scholarships are offered to seniors by over 30 universities and colleges of art. For instance, The Kettering School of Advertising Art awards $10,000 scholarships for each winner and the Columbus College of Art and Design awards $1,000 per winner. The exhibit opens with an awards ceremony on April 12, and will continue until May 14, weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the James A. Rhodes State Ofﬁce Tower in Columbus. For more information, visit http:// www.govart.org/. For more information on the opportunities offered at MVCTC, please visit www.mvctc.com.

Y open seven days a week this summer GREENVILLE – The YMCA of Darke County will be open Sundays this summer. Both the Greenville and Versailles branches will be open 1-4 p.m. on Sundays beginning June 1. Did you know you don’t have to be a member to enjoy their classes or programs? This includes group fitness classes, swim lessons, gymnastic lessons, and youth sports classes. Summer classes begin June 8. Membership does have numerous benefits, including priority registration for classes, fitness staff to show you how to safely use equipment, and low class prices. Their new Membership Referral Program is a way to thank long-time members and welcome new

members. The YMCA of Darke County is offering both groups the opportunity to receive a 20 percent membership discount on monthly drafted memberships. New members can join with a friend to be eligible for the discount, or an existing member can bring in a new member to be eligible for the offer. The discounted rate remains in effect as long as you are both members of the YMCA of Darke County. See the Welcome Center for details. See their full listing of classes with descriptions in their Summer Program Guide at www.ymcadarkecounty.org/programs, or pick up a copy at either Darke County YMCA branch.

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Helping Hands gives to Humane Society

GREENVILLE – The Helping Hands Committee of Greenville Technology Incorporated (GTI) graciously donated a $1000 check to the Darke County Humane Society for shelter supplies. This money will be used to buy cleaning supplies, cat food and litter, dog food and treats. The Darke County Humane Society is a 501©3 nonproﬁt organization. Their Website is www. DarkeCountyHumaneSociety.org and www.PawsBingoHall.com.

Ag clinic covering myjohndeere.com and SeedStar Mobile, Belco 3-point bale wrapper demo, Dyno product demos, and Ribbon Cutting ceremony with the Darke County Chamber of Commerce. Ambraco factory representatives will be on hand both days for B-wrap demos, and Tarter Farm & Ranch Equipment representatives will showcase cattle handling. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the new facility, as well as participate in hands-on events conducted by Koenig Equipment employees, including the Drive Green Challenge. Attendees may also register children ages 3-8 for Saturday’s Kiddie Tractor Pull, sign up for prize drawings, and enjoy free refreshments. “This is a collaborative effort between our vendors and employees highlighting innovative products and services that will beneﬁt customers. We’re thankful for the hard work and dedication behind the scenes, and we look forward to presenting solutions to our customers and the community,” Moore said. To learn more about Koenig Equipment and services provided please visit the company website at http://www.koenigequipment.com.

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BPW scholarship winners GREENVILLE – Two Darke County senior high students were notified they are winners and will receive scholarships from the Greenville Business & Professional Women’s (BPW) Club. The Scholarship Committee consisting of Dorothy Poeppelman and Brenda Miller canvassed all eight Darke County high schools for applicants for the scholarship. The senior girl finalists gave a speech about herself and her goals for the future to the BPW Club members at a recent meeting. The winners announced were Chloe Lance from Greenville High School and Danielle Morris from Versailles High School. The winners received scholarships in the amount of $500. Other finalists included Valerie Francis, Jordan Phillips, Caroline Prakel and Morgan Turpen from Versailles High school, Alisha Hollinger from Tri Village High School, Erika Jeffers from Greenville High School, Peyton Kre-

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VERSAILLES – Versailles Health Care Center invites the community to its monthly event for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their families. Power Over Parkinson’s meets monthly to exercise, socialize, and learn. The guest speaker for the evening will be Shannon Beeghley. She will be sharing her presentation entitled “The Colors of Healthy Eating” with the group. Beeghley is the founder of Mannafold Blessings in Health, a health and wellness business specializing in women’s health and targeting depression, anxiety, stress and emotions. A nurse for nearly 10 years, as well as a being a Nutrition Specialist and Board Certified Holistic Health Coach, she has worked with patients in a wide variety of settings including hospital, nursing home, physician office, home health care, and private duty. Beeghley is Board Certified by The American Association of Drugless Practitioners and is a member of the

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2013 CHEVY MALIBU ECO, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp!, black, 39,146 miles...................................................................................$20,995 .....$19,500

Troutwine CHEVROLET

CHEVROLET

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NOW

2012 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, one owner, like new, blue, 34,829 miles ................................................................................................$16,995 .....$14,900 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 54,800 miles ................................................................................................$15,995 .....$14,900 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., silver, 75,409 miles ...$12,995 .....$11,500 2011 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, leather, sunroof, very nice, blue, 163,064 miles ..................................................................$9,995 .......$8,900 2011 CHEVY CAMARO LT COUPE, 3.6L V6, RS Package, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 22,754 miles .....................................................................................$23,995 .....$21,900 2009 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, one owner, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, red, 69,773 miles ............................................................$15,995 .....$13,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles .........................................................................................$10,995 .......$9,500 2006 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., white, 132,199 miles ...............................................................................................$8,995 .......$7,500 1998 CHEVY CAVALIER LS, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., auto, air, good cond., green, 189,328 miles ..............................................................................................$2,995 .......$1,900 1992 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, super nice, maroon, 54,083 miles ...........................................................................................$16,995 .....$14,900

PONTIAC

2005 PONTIAC G6 GT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, good cond., gray, 162,168 miles ................................................................................................$7,995 .......$6,500

BUICK

2013 BUICK REGAL T TYPE, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo 4 cyl., leather, loaded, like new, white, 5,644 miles .................................................................................................$20,995 .....$19,900 2011 BUICK REGAL CXL, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, beige 28,096 miles .......................................................................$18,995 .....$16,900 2007 BUICK LACROSSE CX, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, loaded, exc. cond., black 94,735 miles ...........................................................................................................$9,995 .......$8,900 2007 BUICK LUCERNE CXS, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, super nice, gray, 76,028 miles ................................................................................................$12,995 .....$11,900 2007 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 178,737 miles ..............................................................................................$8,995 .......$6,900 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 112,282 miles ............................................................................................$10,995 .......$8,900 2002 BUICK LESABRE LIMITED, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, silver, 125,876 miles ...............................................................................................$9,995 .......$8,500 2000 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 157,232 miles ..............................................................................................$8,995 .......$6,900 1999 BUICK CENTURY LIMITED, 4 dr., 3.1L V6, leather, loaded, nice car, maroon, 128,243 miles ...........................................................................................$5,995 .......$4,900

OTHER MAKES

2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TAIL CLASSIC, one owner, many extras, like new, maroon, 1,307 miles ..............................................................................$22,995 .....$19,900 2011 TOYOTA PRIUS HYBRID, 4 dr., 1.8L 4 cyl., loaded, super nice, silver, 15,061 miles ...............................................................................................$19,995 .....$18,500 2010 FORD FUSION SE 4 dr 2.5 L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., gray 126,670 miles .......................................................................................................$10,995 .......$9,500 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 74,041 miles ................................................................................................$16,995 .....$13,900 2002 JAGUAR S TYPE, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, white, 119,311 miles ...............................................................................................$6,995 .......$5,900 1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 119,533 miles ..............................................................................................$4,995 .......$2,500 1996 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, nice car, beige, 163,266 miles ..............................................................................................$4,995 .......$2,500

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