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HATS OFF TO THE CLASS OF 2016

unveiling set for June 15 SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

The Early Bird – Bluebag Media congratulates all of our local graduates from the Class of 2016. May your futures be filled with many opportunities and plenty of good fortune! Pictured is the Union City High School graduates following their Commencement ceremony on Sunday. (Aaron Black photo)

Davidson wins Darke County DARKE COUNTY – Troy businessman Warren Davidson will fill the unexpired 8th Congressional District seat vacated

by John Boehner last fall.

Boehner held the position for 25 years.

Davidson was elected during Tuesday’s special election and will serve out the current tern through December. In November, his name will again appear on the ballot to run for the same seat with a new term starting in January 2017.

In Darke County, Warren received 83.23 percent or 2,115 votes, with James J. Condit Jr. receiving 2.36 percent or 60 votes and Corey Foister getting 14.40 percent or 366 votes.

The 8th Congressional District serves the counties of Darke, Butler, Miami, Clark, Mercer and Preble.

Voter turnout was low across the state. In Darke County, there were 2,551 votes cast – 7.5 percent of the 33,624 registered voters.

GREENVILLE – Travelers along U.S. 127 north of Greenville will notice a new barn painting beginning the week of June 13.

As part of a project being spearheaded by the Darke County Visitor’s Bureau, the Garst Museum and the Ohio History Connection, Scott Hagan, known as The Barn Artist, will be painting an Annie Oakley Barn starting Monday, June 13, with a public unveiling set for 4 p.m.

Wednesday, June 15.

The barn is located on the Bob and Donna Peters Homestead at 10313 Greenville-St. Marys Road, Ansonia.

According to Matthew Staugler, executive director for the Darke County Visitor’s Bureau, the idea to paint a barn in honor of Annie Oakley began last fall.

“We put it out on Facebook that we were looking,” Staugler said. “We invited people to send in their pictures of barns. We wanted a visible location.”

Staugler called the Peters’ barn along U.S. 127 a “perfect spot. It gets great traffic, great visibility.”

Shown above is a rendering of the work Scott Hagan, The Barn Artist, will be painting a barn along U.S. 127 in honor of Darke County’s Annie Oakley.

Hagan is a well-known barn artist from Jerusalem, Ohio. He also participated in the Ohio Bicentennial Barn project, which included painting one barn in each of the state’s 88 counties.

Staugler said one of Hagan’s recent projects was painting a barn in honor of Ohio governor and the 19th United States President Rutherford B. Hayes, along the Ohio Turnpike in Sandusky County.

“Hagan is very experienced in this,” form of art,

Staugler said, explaining after he learned the Ohio History Connection also wanted to recognize Annie Oakley, the decision was made to move forward with the barn project.

“It all came together really fast. It’s perfect timing,” Staugler said, noting that the barn will be complete before several Darke County summer events, including Annie Oakley Sidewalk Days which is July 28-31, Annie Oakley Days set for July 29-31 and the Darke County Fair, Aug. 19-27.

Commissioners answer concerns on airport project SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – As of May 31, five hangar tenants at the Darke County Airport had yet to produce proof of insurance or sign leases with the county commissioners. In April, those five tenants - along with four others who have since complied - received notice that they were to conform with the FAA-generated policies or face eviction.

According to county business administrator John Cook, eviction notices were going to be sent out June 7 from the county prosecutor’s office.

One such tenant, H.A. DeHays of Cygnet, Ohio says he has several grievances with commissioners’ requests and late last month penned a letter to the “citizens of Dark (sic) County” outlining his issues. The letter was received by The Early Bird.

According to the letter, DeHays says he is now the “spokesperson for the Dark (sic) County Airport Hangar Tenant Group.”

According to Commissioner Mike Rhoades, to his knowledge, no such group exists. A majority of DeHays’ letter consists of unvalidated claims.

“An airport advisory

board member called me (upon hearing of DeHays intent) and said not one of them want any part of this,” Rhoades said Wednesday.

In the letter, DeHays questions the role he says Rhoades played in the airport’s plans to expand, the purchase of a $60,000 maintenance tractor from a company for which Rhoades was a sales representative, and the “whereabouts of some $2 million the county received from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to lengthen the runway and install electronic navigation equipment.”

Rhoades said the purchase of the tractor was known and approved by county officials and that although he was a sales rep for the company the equipment was purchased through, his name did not appear on any of the transactions.

“I was cleared,” Rhoades said, of any wrongdoing that was suspected in the purchase.

As for the commissioner’s plan to expand the runway and make permanent improvements to the airport with FAA funding, commissioners have presented a financial plan titled “Runway Threshold Relocation” to FAA officials. The 17-page plan in-

cludes a written summary and numerous charts indicating proposed work flow and costs for airport renovation, as well as a 10-year capital improvement plan for FY 2017-2026.

According to the report, several projects have already been completed during the past five years with the FAA funding already received by the county. The following points are taken from the report: 2015 – The coun ty was originally going to purchase the remaining through-the-fence property owned by the Midmark Corporation.

However, Midmark decided late in the year that they were not ready to discuss selling their land. The county carried funds over for use in 2016.  2014 – The county received a FAA grant for acquisition of the main through-the-fence operator at the airport, the Spillers family. They owned five parcels of land north of the county property that contains the runway and parallel runway and provided aircraft hangars maintenance, and other services. All public services were provided by the Spillers from their property because the Midmark property is for corporate use.

The total project cost was

$915,396 and the FAA provided $823,855 in grant funding. The county’s share was $91,541.

2013 – The county  received a FAA grant for reimbursement for four parcels of land that had been originally purchased by the county for the airport. The total project cost was $92,446. The FAA provided $83,201 in grant funding. The local share was $9,245. This project has been closed out and final payments were made.  2012 – The county received a FAA grant for preliminary design of Chase Road improvements in order to close State Road 242 west of the runway because the road traverses the Runway Protection Zone and appears to be a slight obstruction to a 20:1 approach slope from the existing threshold location. The FAA decided not to proceed with the work before the project was complete. The total project cost was $31,062 and the FAA provided $27,956 in grant funding. The local share was $3,106. This project also has been closed and final payments made.  2011 - The county received a FAA grant for reimbursement for two parcels of land that they purchased for airport use from Joe Henry. The total

project cost was $189,052, with the FAA providing $179,599 in grant funding. The local share was $9,453. This project has been closed and final payments made.

County commissioners have attempted to contact DeHays to meet with him and discuss his concerns.

As of Wednesday, June 8, he had not answered their calls nor acknowledged receipt of an eviction notice.

As of Thursday, June 9, according to DeHays, a professor at Bowling Green State University, he said he did receive a message on one of his “studio phones” late one evening, but did not respond because the message “did not say what the meeting was concerning.”

DeHays also said he had yet to receive an eviction notice, but had requested through Cook for an extension on the proof of insurance matter. DeHays said purchasing “a million dollars in insurance had been unobtainable” due to the fact his aircraft “was in parts.”

In his letter, DeHays also states the unhappy hangar tenants were planning to “engage services of legal counsel.” On Thursday, June 9, DeHays said the matter had been forwarded to the Aircraft

Owners Pilots Association and the FAA Attorney General’s Office.

“By Ohio law, we must work through the airport advisory board and airport manager,” DeHays said.

“We will be making a request to meet with the advisory board.”

“We’re doing everything the FAA has requested for us to do,” Rhoades said, noting that the majority of hangar tenants were “happy we’re doing what we’re doing” as far as the airport project is concerned.

In his letter, DeHays also questions why hangar tenants should comply with the commissioners’ and FAA requests when “more than half the hangars were used to store aircraft that they were in no condition to fly or to be transported, that some hangars were used to build experimental aircraft and some tenants who do not accept this junor (sic) style of management are going to move their flyable aircraft to other airports.”

According to commissioners Rhoades and Mike Stegall, proof of insurance is required no matter what airplane parts or other items are being stored in the hangars, in case of a fire or other emergency, “they have to be responsible,” Stegall said.

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thinking the screaming was coming from a ďŹ ght. The screaming was found to be coming from a female in a parking lot on West Third Street. The woman had abrasions and blood on her right knee and her face. The male, later identiďŹ ed as William Pollard was ordered to stand with his hands on the ofďŹ cer’s cruiser. The squad was requested for the injured victim. Pollard was placed in cuffs and placed inside the cruiser. Poland told the ofďŹ cer a couple of times the victim tripped and fell. Poland appeared to be slightly intoxicated. The victim told the ofďŹ cer she and Poland were driving and got into an argument. She stopped the vehicle on Sycamore off West Third Street because she did not want Poland to come back to the house. The victim got out of the vehicle and told Poland if he did not leave her alone she was going to walk to the police department. Poland shoved the victim causing her to fall to the ground. She was transported to Wayne ER. Poland was arrested for domestic violence and was transported to the county jail. Poland had a previous arrest for domestic violence but it was reduced to disorderly conduct.

Theft On June 3 ofďŹ cers received an alarm at Koenig Equipment and upon arrival found a door had been pried open. A search was made of the building. No one was found. Keyholder Jeremy Fine arrived on scene and advised the only things missing were three blowers.

Fine told ofďŹ cers there was a security camera and another employee would take a look at the video then will contact the police department so they can review the tape.

No suspects or witnesses were noted at the time of the incident.

On May 27, an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to the Greenville Street Department in reference to a theft complaint.

Upon arrival the ofďŹ cer spoke with Matt Myers, who explained a couple of his employees were working in the park the week prior and they had two weed eaters and one backpack blower stolen possibly from the bed of one of their trucks while it was parked in the swimming pool parking lot. They didn’t initially realize the equipment was stolen and have no suspects. No other leads at this time.

Disorderly On June 2, an ofďŹ cer was called to the 1000 block of Front Street in reference to a damaged cell phone. Zachary Geiger reported his cell phone was damaged by Skyler Houpt. While en-route, dispatch advised that Houpt and his girlfriend, Cassandra Jay were at the Front Street address and were reporting Jay had been assaulted by Geiger. The ofďŹ cer spoke with victims, Houpt and Jay and noticed Jay had redness with a small laceration on her left jaw/chin area.

Houpt’s mother, Michelle Benton who lives at the Front Street residence also was present and witnessed

the altercation. Houpt and Jay reported the three suspects Geiger, Ronnie Jones and Noah Smith began yelling at them, due to an earlier verbal altercation, which occurred between all parties in the 200 block of Twelfth Street. According to the report, Geiger then kicked Houpt and Jay’s dog in the front yard and continued to swear and taunt Houpt and Jay into ďŹ ghting along with Jones. Houpt and Jay then walked to the end of the yard near Front Street where they confronted both Geiger and Jones about their dog being kicked. At that time, Geiger punched Jay in the face several times with a closed ďŹ st causing injury.

Houpt stepped in to protect Jay and was subsequently attacked by both Geiger and Jones. A ďŹ ght ensued before Houpt said Jones displayed a pocket knife. Houpt was able to run back to the residence. 911 was called. The suspects ed the area. The ofďŹ cer asked about Geiger’s cell phone. Houpt and Jay said during the altercation, the cell phone fell to the ground and broke. Houpt, Jay and Benton said Noah Smith stood by and was not involved in the verbal or physical altercation. Jay was subsequently transported to Wayne ER by Greenville Rescue for treatment. The ofďŹ cer made contact with the three suspects at another Front Street residence and found all three intoxicated. Geiger was issued a misdemeanor citation for assault. Jones was issued a misdemeanor citation for (M4) Disorderly.

DUI On June 4, a vehicle pulled out in front of an ofďŹ cer while traveling westbound on East Main Street.

The ofďŹ cer noticed the vehicle was traveling 5 to 7 mph under the speed limit. The vehicle swerved in its lane with the driver’s side tire on the line of the marked lane.

The ofďŹ cer continued to follow the vehicle noticing the driver failed to use the left hand turn lane to make a turn. A trafďŹ c stop was initiated. The ofďŹ cer found the defendant, Aaron Smith, in the driver’s seat, Conner Davis in the front passenger seat, and Nathan McClain in the rear of the car behind the driver. There was an odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. The defendant’s driver’s license was found to be valid. The ofďŹ cer noticed the defendant’s pupil’s were heavily dilated, he was slow and deliberate in his movements, and his speech was heavily slurred. Another ofďŹ cer arrived on the scene and the defendant was asked to step out of the vehicle to perform ďŹ eld sobriety tests. While standing on the sidewalk, the defendant appeared to be swaying back and forth. The defendant performed poorly on 2 of the 3 tests. The defendant inferred he smoked some marijuana earlier in the day. The ofďŹ cer believed due to how the defendant was acting he had smoked marijuana more recently and was placed under arrest for OVI. Before he was transported back to the

Greenville PD he asked for his keys from his car. When ofďŹ cers went to get the keys they noticed a ceramic pipe located on the passenger’s side oorboard near Davis’ feet. The pipe had a strong odor of marijuana and a burnt green leafy vegetation and residue inside. At this point Davis and McClain were asked to step out of the vehicle and were placed in a squad car while the car was searched. OfďŹ cer found two small torn baggies that had an odor of marijuana under the front passenger’s side seat, along with small pieces of green vegetation near the torn baggies. The vegetation was not enough to collect. A metal pipe was found in the pouch located on the back of the driver’s seat. The pipe had a strong odor of marijuana and a burnt residue inside. The two pipes were taken as property. Davis and McClain were taken to their houses where they were released to their parents.

Smith was transported to the Greenville PD where he agreed to give a urine test.

The pipes and urine will be sent to the Miami Valley Regional Crime lab for a drug and toxicology analysis. The defendant was issued a citation for OVI, marked lanes and drug paraphernalia.

The defendant was released from the Greenville PD to his father, Jeffery Smith.

Fight On June 5, an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to the 100 block of East Third Street in reference to a ďŹ ght at the FOE Eagles. The ofďŹ cer made contact with victims Joshua Baker and Deborah Beyke.

Beyke was located on the oor near the bar claiming her head hurt. Greenville Township Rescue was dispatched to the scene where they transported Beyke to Wayne HealthCare in reference to a head complaint.

The ofďŹ cer also made contact with witnesses Morgan Bannon, Jason Fisher and Angela Reece. All witnesses wrote out statements of the incident. Baker advised that he was assaulted by Travis Stocker and Bradly Stocker. An altercation ensued around the bar. Video surveillance will be viewed from the FOE Eagles. The video will be reviewed. Charges for disorderly conduct are pending for Travis Stocker at this time. Charges of assault also are pending for Bradly Stocker. Charges will

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be ďŹ led On June 5, an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to Danny’s Bar in reference to a ďŹ ght in progress. Upon the ofďŹ cer’s arrival the ďŹ ght was over but subjects involved were outside the bar on the sidewalk. Another ofďŹ cer was already on scene and was speaking to the suspect, Gary Williams III. An ofďŹ cer also started speaking with several other people in the area to ďŹ nd witnesses to the ďŹ ght. The victim, Donald Smith approached one ofďŹ cer and said he was punched after trying to break up a ďŹ ght inside Danny’s. The ofďŹ cer recognized Donald as a Danny’s employee and he also had on a Danny’s “Staffâ€? shirt on. Smith was asked who hit him and he looked around and pointed at the suspect, Gary Williams, who was still speaking with an ofďŹ cer. Other subjects in the area, Bill Glasscoe and Ryan Pool, said they witnessed the ďŹ ght. They informed ofďŹ cers Smith was hit by Williams after he was trying to break a ďŹ ght up. An altercation ensued between several patrons of the bar. The ofďŹ cer spoke to Williams about the incident and he said he was trying to protect his family.

It was reported one participant was his step-brother and he felt like one of the suspects was going to hit him with a cue ball. Williams admitted he did not see the cue ball but was told one suspect had one. Williams also did not have any visible injuries at the time. The ofďŹ cers attempted to make contact with a couple other people involved but were unable to do so. The ďŹ ght occurred within 1000 feet of St. Mary’s School. Williams was cited for disorderly conduct for engaging in ďŹ ghting and turbulent behavior.

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Dennis and Paula Moody will be closing a portion of their businesses in Ansonia. Moody’s Auto Service will remain open. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Moody’s to close gas station and diner ANSONIA – Moody Auto Sales LLC/gas station closed Thursday, June 9, but Dennis and Paula Moody plan on keeping Moody’s Auto Service open indeďŹ nitely.

According to Dennis and Paula, the car lot and Paula’s Dinner will close in a couple of weeks. “We’re selling everything on the corner,�

Moody said of the properties located at the corner of

State Routes 118 and 47.

Dennis and Paula Moody have owned the businesses on the corner for ďŹ ve years. The service portion of their business was started in 2001 and will remain.

Dennis said he’d heard several rumors about closing two of his businesses and selling the property that were not true. “We’ve got too much going on and not enough

time for our family, which is our top priority in our lives right now,� the couple said. “It’s all in God’s hands. We are family-oriented and have kids and grandkids we want to spend time with. We want to be able to close for a day or two and spend time with our family. We’ll keep running the service.�

For more information about Moody’s Auto Service, call 337-4635.

Greenville Mayor recognizes national Hero award winner GREENVILLE – City of Greenville Mayor Mike Bowers ofďŹ cially recognized the Oakley Place’s Kathy “Katâ€?

Weaver Wednesday for being named the 2016 Argentum national Hero Award winner.

The Hero Award is the highest honor in Kat’s career as a senior assisted living care provider. She was nominated, by her parent company Enlivant, for her continued commitment and quality care at the Oakley Place Senior Living Facility in Greenville, where she has been employed for over 17 years. According to her supervisors, Kat has not missed a day of work in

GREENVILLE – Accompanied by their instructors, Emily Powers and Stephanie Lind, 24 Medical Tech Prep students from the Greenville High School CTC program competed in the Health Occupations Students of America State competition at the University of Toledo in April.

The group competed in a variety of events with other students from across Ohio who had qualiďŹ ed for the competition.

The community awareness group comprised of Haley Baker, Bethany Foster and Casey Mortensen earned 1st place and will now compete in the International HOSA event in Nashville, Tenn. on June 22.

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Summer tutoring is scheduled to begin June 13.

Available spaces will likely ďŹ ll up quickly. Empowering Darke County Youth is also in need of volunteers to help in a variety of organizational and fundraising efforts.

Parents or caregivers

wishing to sign their child up for morning tutoring, as well as concerned community members who would like to help, should send an email to empoweringdarkecountyyouth@gmail.com or message Facebook Empowering Darke County Youth as soon as possible.

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District Governor Betty Weist conducted the meeting which included com-

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Coffee with the commissioner ANSONIA - Saturday, June 18th, Commissioner Mike Stegall will have a “Coffee with the Commissioner” at the Whistle Stop, 200 S. Main in Ansonia from 8-10 a.m. Saturday, June 18. Come on out, en-

joy and cup of coffee, and discuss county issues. This is your chance to let your local officials know what you want in Darke County, and learn what is happening in the commissioner’s office.

Clark performs with orchestra FINDLAY – Caitlyn Clark, of Greenville, a member of UF’s Orchestra, recently performed in “A Spring Concert.”

Conducted by Thomas Carey, the concert included works by Ravel, Tschaikovsky, Charles Ives and other orchestral favorites.

The University of Findlay Orchestra is comprised of more than 60 students, staff and community string players, and performs twice each year on the University of Findlay campus.

Greenville Pool to host late night swim event GREENVILLE – The Greenville Pool is holding their traditional late night swim this Saturday (June 11) from 7 p.m. to dusk.

In addition to swimming, the pool staff will be featuring the 1980’s blockbuster movie ‘The Goonies’ and music. The public is welcome, with the cost to enter just $1 a person…pool pass holders get in free.

Come out and cool off with a refreshing swim and some great entertainment! For more information, contact the pool at 937-548-3393.

The Greenville Pool staff invites everyone to come have a great time this Saturday night for the traditional Late Night Swim. (Clinton Randall photo)

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“Dr. Young has been completing her clinical rotation at Beltone for the past two years and she is a great fit in our organization. Not only is Kylie one of the most competent clinicians I have worked with but her bubbly personality and caring nature will help us improve on our 95 percent patient satisfaction rating for professionalism, friendliness, knowledge and caring staff,” says Dr. Hosfeld. “At Beltone Hearing & Audiology we strive to help patients with special needs improve their communication ability with the most advanced technology by being attentive, friendly, and patient. We have known Dr. Young since she was a child and have watched her grow into a professional young woman that embodies all these qualifications to im-

then traveled to Ball State University where she graduated with a doctorate in audiology in May 2016. Young completed her clinical competency, both full and part time, with Beltone Hearing & Audiology.

During that time, the former Kylie Knick married Kyle Young, also of Darke County, and the two purchased a home in Beltone Hearing welcomes Dr. Kylie Young as the area. Young a member of their team. is very down to earth, friendly, prove our patients’ lives.”

Young was born and and outgoing. She is eager raised in Darke County. to meet and help memShe was diagnosed with a bers of the community to severe hearing loss at the promote the importance age of four and has been of hearing conservation wearing hearing aids ever and early identification of since. She graduated from hearing loss.

Beltone Electronics, Ansonia High School and then attended The Ohio headquartered in ChiState University, graduat- cago, IL, has been manuing in 2012 with a bach- facturing hearing instruelor’s degree in speech ments for more than 75 and hearing science. She years.

Local Girl Scouts enjoy camp GREENVILLE – Forty young ladies, ranging from grades K-5 attended the Girl Scouts camp at the Little house in the Greenville City Park this week.

The 3-day camp was held Monday-Wednesday with a camp theme of ‘It’s Your Story-Tell It!’. The girls enjoyed many fun, educational and social building activities during the annual camp, including storytelling, hiking, games, songs, sock puppets, art, fashion and

Forty girls attended the local Girl Scouts 3-day camp. (Clinton Randall photo)

more.

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tact Colette Looney at 937279-6538 or Christy Gulley at 937-547-3974.

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ON YOUR MIND

READERS WRITE This is our local YMCA:

As individuals and as community, we are fortunate to call Darke County home. We have available to us many outstanding resources that enrich our lives and that provide the opportunity to develop our physical, mental and spiritual well-being. One of these outstanding resources is the YMCA of Darke County, where each of these three areas of our lives can flourish and are indeed the essence of the YMCA focus in our communities …. that focus being “Youth Development ~ Healthy Living ~ Social Responsibility.”

For over 50 years, the YMCA of Darke County has been making a meaningful difference in the lives of community members through wellness programs, childcare, sports and camp experiences, swim lessons and water safety courses to thousands of kids, and character building opportunities for children and adults alike. But perhaps the most meaningful difference the YMCA makes as a membership organization in our community is that the “Y is for everybody”. The YMCA is committed to making membership available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.

This inclusiveness approach to membership for everybody allows the YMCA to fulfill its mission of building strong kids, strong families and strong community’s right here in Darke County. I had the privilege and pleasure to observe first hand this mission in action during my tenure as Executive Director of the YMCA of Darke County from 2003 to 2009; and I am happy to see that the commitment to this mission remains as strong today as it was then.

The commitment to keeping membership and program fees affordable for those in need is made possible through the family financial assistance program which is supported by the generosity of YMCA members and community partners with funds raised through the YMCA Annual Support Campaign.

This year’s annual campaign is in full swing; and today, we all have the opportunity to help other members of our community enjoy the YMCA experience and to demonstrate in a tangible way that we are for what the YMCA is about.

Over the course of the campaign as you may be approached; please join me with your financial support For Youth Development ~ For Healthy Living ~ For Social Responsibility.

Brian Condon YMCA of Darke County Executive Director (2003-2009) --------------------------------------------------------------Thanks from the Borderline Club

To the Editor: Borderline club would like to thank all the merchants for donating the items for the Darke County Cancer Association benefit auction. We would also like to give a special thank you to all the bands that came and played and donated their time: Kenny Live. Rance Crane & The Rockerfellers, Dyslexic Funk, Eyes on the Sky DG, Cottonmouth Country, Steve Lewis & QuadraFunk.

Special thanks to Baker’s Motorcycle Shop, Nancy at Paint the Town, Traci and Joel at Yahweh Design & Printing, DG & Bud for donating the hog, Hunts Butchering for the processing, Wolf Tent & Awnings, and Morning Fresh Foods.

This year we raised $5,111 in proceeds, which stayed in Darke County to help cancer patients. Thanks to all the volunteers, participants and patrons for coming and making the event successful.

See you June 16, 17 and 18 for Spring Jam 2016 at the Borderline Club.

Sincerely, Bud and Tracey Borderline Club

Say no to HSUS, defend agriculture In western Ohio, agriculture and the products we produce provide for the fine JIM BUCHY families we OHIO rear and the REPRESENTATIVE lives we live.

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is trying to take our farming practices back decades and the eventual impact their efforts have on our bottom line could negatively impact our way of life. I will continue to stand up against HSUS’ attempts to destroy our livelihoods and raise the price of food.

HSUS wants to outlaw our ability to eat a hot dog at a Cincinnati Reds game and destroy production agriculture in this state. They pose as animal lovers, but they really just want to make us all vegetarians and act in a manner that is nothing short of a political agenda.

Polling has found that most of the public think that

money given to HSUS largely helps shelter pets, such as cats and dogs that HSUS promotes in its marketing campaign. However the truth is that only one percent of their budget goes to local animal shelters. Their true goals are to trick politicians and bully farmers into slowly reducing protein in our diets. These impacts are already being felt as egg producers move to cage free operations and the swine industry abandons the superior practice of using gestation crates.

HSUS chooses when protecting animals is critical or just convenient. For instance, they led the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation in their effort to increase penalties on cock fighting in Ohio. But building a relationship with an NFL star led their CEO to endorse Michael Vick to get another dog after being convicted as a dog fighting kingpin. Their convenience style of politics should be avoided in Ohio, and we must stand strong defending animal protein in

our diets.

They have also demonstrated their political agenda by engaging in a lengthy, but quiet, lawsuit since 2012 with the USDA regarding the sale of the brand trade mark “Pork: The Other White Meat” from the National Pork Producers Council to the National Pork Board.

The HSUS has no practical business suing over this exchange, and it really makes me wonder: Have they filed suit to slow the use of the brand and reduce pork sales to hurt the success of our farms?

HSUS has successfully convinced industry and marketing experts of their mission and it is time agriculture stands-up and defends traditional family farming.

Their move for cage free chickens and hogs without gestation crates promises lower productivity for Ohio farmers and that trend has already begun. For example, in the past year alone, Ohio farmers increased their egg laying flocks by two percent, but their egg production

only increased by one percent. A lot of questions are outstanding and this demonstration of less productive hens could be a blip on the chart, but I anticipate it to continue and expand as long as HSUS continues to control the marketing efforts of America’s largest food companies.

Please join me in opposing HSUS and their clever marketing tactics and gimmicks by eating only the highest quality food from our local family farms. They are a sham organization and we should talk to our friends and neighbors about the dangers they pose to our way of life. If we do not, HSUS will fully succeed in eradicating high quality animal proteins from our diets.

Please join me in eating only food from Ohio’s traditional family farms. Let’s eat traditional!

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with the E/Spark Learning.

Four hundred twenty-six (426) students at Woodland participated in the E/Spark curriculum. This online instruction provides differentiated instruction beneficial to all students at their present reading and mathematics levels. Both kindergarten and first grade students saw great instructional percentile gains this year. Next year this program will expand to all students at the primary level, grades K-2, and perhaps even further. The E/ Spark program mixed with our Measurement of Academic Progress (MAP) online testing assessment are assisting us with reading level gains of our younger population of students.

Across the district, other curriculum plans for next year include the purchase of textbooks and supplemental material in the discipline of language arts and reading.

We continue to incorporate a five-year cycle to upgrade our curriculum material by content area.

At the Career Tech Building, we plan to incorporate more use of our Advanced Manufacturing Lab for both high school students and the adult learning population.

We are also striving to make continued improvement in our end of year career course Web Xam’s in both participation and skill attainment.

Summer school will again be offered at Greenville High School and East Elementary. The high school offers makeup courses through the virtual academy along with a blended health and physical education class. There is also Ohio Graduation Test (OGT) tutoring available to students who still need to pass a part of the test. At

East, summer reading intervention is available for students who are behind in reading. Feel free to contact the buildings or district office if you need registration information.

The close of the 2015-16 school year will mark the retirement of some of our employees. Staff members retiring at the end of the year include Keith Denman, Reed Mikesell and Randy Swisher at the High School, and Deb Mendenhall at Memorial Hall. We wish all our retiring employees the very best in their future endeavors. Please join me in thanking each of these retiring employees for their dedication to Greenville Schools

and our students.

We wish all of our students an enjoyable and safe summer vacation full of relaxing time with family and friends. The Superintendent’s Office is open all summer. As always, feel free to contact me by phone at 548-3185 or email at dfries@greenville.k12.oh.us with any questions you have about our district.

To all of our students, parents, staff and community members, have an enjoyable summer. We look forward to working with everyone again next fall.

Greenville Schools is a great place for students to learn and teachers to teach.

Greenville Superintendent shares school update

BY DOUG FRIES GREENVILLE CITY SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT With the close of the 2015-16 school year, it is time to congratulate another group of outstanding seniors who formally became graduates on June 4, 2016. Two hundred and twenty graduates received their diploma representing the Greenville Schools Class of 2016. The class has had many academic and extra-curricular accomplishments while at Greenville and we commend each and every graduate. We wish all graduates much success and happiness in their future endeavors. Graduates are now welcomed as our alumni.

Our district now turns its attention to the preparation for next year. Instructionally we continue to focus on teaching 21st century learning skills to all of our students. We also continue to center our curriculum on national and state required learning standards and ongoing preparation for on-

line assessments including the American Institute for Research (AIR), and End of Course Exams. We are confident the students and staff will become more adjusted to online assessments as we move forward.

At the high school next year, we will continue to implement the College Credit Plus courses for the second year. As you know, this replaced the former Post-Secondary Enrollment Option Program. The district works with both Edison State and Sinclair Community College on the College Credit Plus coursework. Many of our students took advantage of the C.C.P. program last year and we anticipate the same next year.

At the elementary level we are moving forward with our one to one initiative with technology at Woodland Primary School even further.

We expect to have all students at Woodland using iPads next year. We also have supplemented our learning curriculum at Woodland

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L-R LWSB seniors Ashton Kester, Jazzlyn Petry and Allison Minnich receive softball awards (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Lady Wave receive softball awards

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Lady Wave Softball (LWSB) team presented team awards Wednesday night in the Media Center at Greenville High School. “I can’t say enough how it was fun to tee it up and win some big games,â€? said Greenville Coach Jerrod Newland. “Just great for all the kids.â€? “Just proud of the kids,â€? continued Newland. “Great year. You ďŹ gure when you tee it up 33 times and win 26, that’s good‌ and nine of the last 11 Districts and seven of the last 11 Regional Finals.â€?

Findlay University signee Ashton Kester was presented with the GWOC All-Conference award.

GWOC 1st Team Allison Minnich (Senior Pitcher) Ashton Kester (Senior InďŹ elder) Karsyn Shaffer (Junior InďŹ elder) Cassie Cromwell (Sophomore OutďŹ elder) GWOC 2nd Team Jazzlyn Petry (Senior Catcher) Makayla Hanes (Junior InďŹ elder) Allie Hill (Junior InďŹ elder) Sydney Grote (Sophomore OutďŹ elder) Receiving ďŹ rst year awards were freshmen Madelyn Breig, Alexis Byers, Tess McClure (absent), Lani Shilt and Alyssa York.

Second year awards went to Cassie Cromwell, Andrea GrifďŹ th and Sydney Grote.

Lauren Baughn, Makayla Hanes, Alli Hill Karsyn Shaffer and Logan Tabler each received third year awards.

Fourth year awards went to senior team captains Ashton Kester, Allison Minnich and Jazzlyn Petry. “A great senior class,�

said Newland. “All three of the kids brought leadership different ways. Just proud of the kids and the program.�

Greenville High School LWSB Awards Best Pitcher – Allison Minnich Highest Batting Average – Cassie Cromwell Most RIB – Ashton Kester Best Defensive Player – Alli Hill and Karsyn Shaffer Best Offensive Player – Ashton Kester and Cassie Cromwell Extra Miles with Class Award – Ashton Kester, Allison Minnich and Jazzlyn Petry The three graduating seniors each received scholarships to move on to play college ball while continuing their education. “We graduate three great seniors,â€? Newland stated. “All going to college. All have free school‌ cheaper school due to softball and everything.â€?

Ashton Kester will be suiting up for the Findlay University Lady Oilers while Allison Minnich and Jazzlyn Pety will be teeing it up for the Sinclair Lady Tartans softball team.

Coach Newland, as is the case each year at this time is already counting down the days until the start of the 2017 season. “Next year‌ can’t wait to tee it up and go,â€? Newland said. “Obviously it is 230 days away and you do get to tee it up again. It’s not even a week since it ended up at state, but you always look forward to next year and things coming.â€? “Next year, a neat group coming up,â€? added Newland. “New kids, new faces and new places‌ we’ll start again. Rest assured, Greenville softball team will make 2017 something to be proud of.â€?

GREENVILLE – Greenville American Legion Post 140 made it back-to-back double digit wins defeating Piqua Post 184 14-1 Wednesday night at Sater Park.

Greenville played error free ball while pounding out 11-hits on the night and limiting Piqua to a scant 2-hits. “It was fabulous to see these guys play how they can,� said Greenville Post 140 Coach Dr. Thomas Martinez. “Defensively we didn’t have any errors, they hit the long ball today and my pitchers pitched well.�

National Trail’s Billy Lanman took the win pitching ďŹ ve-innings of one-hit ball, striking out six and walking four.

Greenville’s Tyler Netzley pitched two-innings of no-hit shutout ball in relief, striking out three Piqua batters while walking two. “For being together for as short as we have, they are starting to come together as a team,� Martinez stated. “I love seeing that.�

Greenville took a 1-0 lead after one-inning of play and made it a 7-0 score plating six runs in the bottom of the third with Arcanum’s Cole Burrell lacing a bases loaded double to deep center driv-

Arcanum’s Cole Burrell drills a 3-run double in Greenville Legion Post 140 win over Piqua Post 184 (Gaylen Blosser photo)

ing in 3-runs to break the game open. “I have to give a shoutout to Cole Burrell defensively and offensively,� said Martinez. “He came up with a big 2-out hit knocking in 3-RBI. Piqua Post 184 avoided a shutout with a lone run in the top of the fourth while Greenville Post 140 was adding a run in the bottom of the inning to lead 8-1.

Greenville plated six runs in the bottom of the ďŹ fth to push its lead to 14-1 with the local team keeping the visitors off the board in the top of the seventh. “Aggressiveness‌ I like to teach these boys to be aggressive,â€? Martinez said. “You always end up in second place if you let some-

body go in front of you‌ that’s not only in baseball but life as well. That’s the idea of baseball‌ to teach them life traits.�

With the obvious win in hand the nine-inning game was called after 6-1/2 innings with Greenville Post 140 taking an impressive 14-1 win over the always tough Piqua team. “It’s always fun when you win by 13,� Doc Martinez said. “Didn’t go 9-innings.�

Jordan Buckly (Tri-Village) went 3-4 at the plate, scored 2-runs while collecting 4-RBI to lead Post 140 at the plate.

Post 140 catcher and 2015 GHS graduate Reece Hunt was 2-3 with a single, a double and a walk while

FM baseball gets walk-off win over TV

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe baseball team defeated Tri-Village 13-12 with a walk off Jeffrey Hurley hit to right. “We were behind the whole game,� said FM Coach Jason Aslinger. “I’m real proud of our boys for sticking with it.�

TV opened with three runs in the ďŹ rst, four in the second and one in the third while FM was plating two in the ďŹ rst and three in the third.

TV added two runs in the ďŹ fth to lead 10-5 with FM adding a run in the bottom of the inning to

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FM kept TV off the board in the top of the sixth while adding a run in the bottom half sending the game to the seventh. “We did all right (defense),� said Aslinger. “We made some plays when it counted.�

TV added to its lead with two runs in the seventh putting FM in a 12-7 hole coming to the plate in its ďŹ nal at bat. “They are learning and we are trying to teach the game of ball,â€? said TriVillage Coach Lyle Eyer. “We’re teaching just basic fundamental baseball.â€?

With a runner on third and no outs, FM took advantage of back-to-back intentional walks loading the bases followed with timely hitting to score the come-from-behind win.

Hurley picked up the win for FM pitching innings 1, 2 and 7 while Caden Goins was on the

See more photos from the game at bluebagmedia.com/photos (Gaylen Blosser photo)

mound in innings 3, 4, 5 and 6. “Jeffrey Hurley pitched a great ďŹ nal inning and also made some nice plays in the ďŹ eld,â€? Aslinger said.

FM’s Kevin Bancroft went 2-2 with two doubles and three walks, Austin Wolf was 2-3 with a walk and Tim Lawson went 2-4 with a walk. “He (Lawson) is just a

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James Grilliot (Covington) led the team with 3-steals while banging out 2-singles and scoring 2-runs.

Billy Lanman (National Trail) was 1-2 with 2-walks and 3-runs scored.

Tanner Maples (TriVillage) and Dom Hoffman (National Trail) each picked up a RBI. Tyler Neal (Ansonia) scored 2-runs on 3-walks and Peter Pandy (Greenville) walked twice and scored a run.

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Like the TV team, the summer program is a feeder for the high school baseball teams. “We have two of our older players that played for FM varsity this year,� stated Aslinger. “We have a lot of guys with potential to go on and play in that system.�

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GCBL Mendy Trissel Memorial Tourney beats weekend weather

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Citizens Baseball League (GCBL) held is annual Summer KickOff Bash weekend tournament including the 14U Mendy Trissel Memorial Tournament.

“Great tournament… good sportsmanship,” said GCBL Commissioner Scott McKinniss. “Great fans… lot of support for teams.

Always great to see.”

“I would like to thank my entire board,” added McKinniss. “Eric Blumenstock has done a great job.

Ron Kerg our concessions manager has done a great job and really our board of volunteers. We couldn’t do it without them.”

The tournament was made up of boys baseball 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U and 14U teams.

“Our older division is a Memorial Tournament for Mendy (Trissel),” said McKinniss. “She did a lot of work and gave a lot of support out here at the ball diamonds. She still

has children playing in the upper divisions.”

The weekend tournament ran Friday through Sunday with heavy rains moving through late Friday night. A predicted 80 percent chance of rain all day Saturday had the tournament in jeopardy.

“We had a lot of help out here,” McKinniss stated. “We got a ton of rain last night (Friday). This morning (Saturday) the diamonds look great.”

The GCBL board and volunteers went to work on the field at 5 am Saturday morning and had the diamonds in shape to start the day’s games as scheduled.

“I would like to thank Pete (Peter Pandy),” said McKinniss. “He was out here at 6 o’clock this morning. You don’t see many high school kids get up a 6 o’clock and slosh through rain and mud just to get younger kids on the ball field.”

Pandy, a member of GHS varsity basketball team, varsity baseball

team, Post 140 American Legion baseball team and the Greenville ACME baseball team will be a GHS senior.

“It certainly demonstrates the character of a young man who sacrifices his time to share his passion with the next generation,” added McKinniss. “This young man had over 25-hours supporting our tournament!”

With the success of the tournament, McKinniss gave added thanks to all involved.

“The “other” folks are the family members of our volunteers,” McKinniss said. “They dig in and support wherever and whenever needed…and tolerate our absences and elevated stress levels.”

The GCBL would also like to say thank you to The Early Bird for providing the exceptional coverage,” continued McKinniss. “The boys/girls and families of GCBL look forward to searching the wonderful photographs and sharing with fam-

Greenville 12U tournament champions (Gaylen Blosser photo)

ily near and far via photos and social media.”

“But most of all the players and families,” concluded McKinniss. “This is why we do it. For me personally, it’s about the smiles, the laughs, the

great plays, the bumps and bruises, the “downs” for losing, and the “ups” for winning, watching my favorite player of all time… my son, and the love of the

game!”

Union City’s 8U team took the second place trophy while Greenville’s 12U team and 14U Miami Valley Heat took first place.

Versailles and Zimmer earn trip to podium

BY Ryan Berry Managing Editor editor@earlybirdpaper.com

COLUMBUS–The Versailles 4x200m Relay Team took eighth in the state in division 2. The team included Haley Winner, Cassie Peters, Liz Watren and Ellen Peters.

Erica Zimmer earned a fourth place finish in girls shot put, division 3.

Versailles and Zimmer earn trip to podium Thirteen Darke County athletes joined nearly 2,000 athletes from across the state in over 100 events for the Ohio High School Athletic Association’s (OHSAA) annual State Track & Field Meet at Jesse Owen Stadium on the campus of The Ohio State University.

Five of the county’s athlete proved they were among their event’s eight best by making it to the medals podium. Arcanum’s Erica Zimmer was all smiles as she took her spot as the fourth best division 3 shot put thrower in the state and the Versailles Girls 4x200m relay team earned its place in the school’s history of elite relay teams with their eighth place finish in division 2.

Zimmer not only discussed her accomplishments in the state event, but the entire season. “The season was a great season to end on in my senior year,” she said. “Winning conference was huge, winning districts was huge and winning regionals was exactly what I wanted to do

See more photos from the meet at bluebagmedia.com/photos (Ryan Berry photo)

this year.” Zimmer came into the season wanting to hit the 41-foot mark with her throws. That goal was achieved midway through the season. In her final high school meet, Zimmer threw a personal record of 42’ 1.75” to earn her a fourth place finish in the state meet. She currently holds Arcanum’s shot put and discus records.

The Versailles girls 4x200m relay team (Ellen Peters, Cassie Peters, Liz Watren and Haley Winner) worked through adversity this year to make it to the state meet. Haley Winner said, “This was kind of a rough season for us. I was out with a stress fracture at the beginning of the season and halfway through our season another one of our fast runners, Camille Watren, went down with a hamstring injury. We didn’t know where the season

was going to go.” Liz Watren spoke about the race and their eighth place finish, “The adrenaline gets you out on the track; way more than you can even imagine.” The girls agreed they were excited to carry on the tradition that was started long ago of having exceptional relay teams.

The Versailles girls 4x100m relay team (Cassie Peters, Ellen Peters, Jenna Frantz and Haley Winner) finished in 13th place. The girls 4x400m relay team missed the podium by three one-hundreds of a second to finish ninth. The team included Haley Winner, Cassie Peters, Emily Langenkamp and Liz Watren.

Josh Steinbrunner, the sophomore standout hurdler from Versailles, finished 10th in the state in the 110m Hurdles.

Greenville sent two pole vaulters to the state

competition in division 1. AJ Frens was battling back from a heel injury and failed to complete his starting height of 15’. Lexi Addington missed on all three attempts at 10’ 6”.

Both are juniors and will have an opportunity to return to competition again next year.

In addition to Zimmer, Arcanum sent seniors Alexis Kreusch and Austin Gibboney to the state meet. Gibboney finished 10th in the 300m Hurdles and Kreusch cleared 5’ in the high jump to take 14th place.

Franklin Monroe junior Nicole Berry competed in division 3 girls discus and had her second best throw of the year at 112’ 7”. The throw was good enough to place in the top 15 in the state.

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Union City HS recognizes three-season athletes UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City High School Athletic Department recently recognized 37 athletes during the school’s year-ending awards program.

Each of the Tri-Athletes were presented with a special t-shirt for participating in a sport each of the three seasons for the 2015-16

school year. According to a post on the athletic department website, the TriAthletes in the grades 9-11 will receive an “All-Sports Pass” for the 2016-17 year to get in free to any home sporting event.

Keep updated with Union City High School sports online at sports. resc.k12.in.us

Greenville Legion wins big over Richmond

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Greenville American Legion defeated Richmond 19-8 Monday night at Sater Park, home of Post 140 baseball.

“I love being here,” said Post 140 Coach Dr. Thomas Martinez. “I love these boys… I love this field.”

Greenville out hit Richmond 16-11 and took advantage of 13 walks in the come-from-behind win.

Ansonia’s Kane Kimmel pitches for Post 140 in win over Richmond (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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Church to celebrate 150 years PITSBURG – Pitsburg’s Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church is celebrating its 150th anniversary.

The church was founded Jan. 8 1866, by German immigrants who settled in Monroe Township. Recognizing the need to practice their faith and their desire for fellowship with each other in a place of worship, several believers gathered at the home of Michael Henninger. Henninger and the Rev. Bachman were present as well as Michael Henninger Jr., John M. Kress, John H. Grau, Peter Eibach, Elias Spittler, Christoph Werner, George Angelbauer and John Kuhnle. Kuhnle made a present of half an acre of his land for a building lot and gave the deed to the congregation. The original site of the first wooden frame church is on Graw (Grau) Road about

one-fourth mile from the old Mid-way Station on State Route 49.

Many of today’s church members have ancestors who planted the seed for the 150 years of growth in the small congregation.

Many worshipped in German, then in German and English. By 1914, the congregation had grown and a desire for a new house of worship began to take place in the hearts of the members and the pastor, the Rev. A.M. Pence. The building committee consisted of the Rev. Pence, Chairman; Christian Henninger, secretary; C.R. Hart, treasurer; H.E. Hangen and Rufus Garrison.

A new brick church was built at the present location, 8520 Oaks Road, Pitsburg.

One hundred years later, an addition was built and dedicated on Sunday, Oct. 2, 1966. The church’s mis-

sion, “In Christ’s Love We Seek, Welcome and Serve All” continues today. What started 150 years ago in the woods under the trees by those who built Trinity continues today.

The public is invited to attend celebratory services on July 10. At 9 a.m., a Mix, Mingle, and Share hour in the church social room with coffee, juice and donuts will be held. At 10 a.m., a Musical Celebration in the sanctuary is planned; and at 10:30 a.m., worship with Holy Communion with the Rev. Melvin R. Musser, officiating and a message by Southern Ohio Synod Bishop Suzanne Darcy-Dillahunt will be held.

At 1 p.m. a Celebration Feast will be catered by Michael’s Catering. Call the church office to receive a mailed invitation with details and so reservations

Ansonia Zoning Appeals sets meeting ANSONIA – The Village of Ansonia Zoning Appeals Board will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 23, in the Village Council Chambers, located at 202

N. Main St. to consider a request for a yard setback for property, located at 117 N. Main St. Interested parties are invited to attend.

Pitsburg Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, first built as a wooden structure in 1866 by German immigrants.

Pitsburg Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church is celebrating 150 years of service to the community.

may be made. Phone 937692-5670 or email secretary@pitsburgtlc.org. Reservations must be made by June 30.

Arcanum Library begins Summer Reading Program ARCANUM - Registration is underway for the Summer Reading Program at the Arcanum Public Library. Come in to register for a summer full of reading, programs, and activities. Children and adults can participate for prizes and take part in the fun. On Mondays, there will be Story Time for children up through preschool age with a 10 a.m. session followed by a session at 11 a.m. Be prepared for stories, singing, and more.

Tuesdays will be for school age kids to come from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for fun and games and crafts. On Wednesdays,

the library will be showing a double feature. The first movie will start at 11 a.m., and the next at 2:30 p.m. Popcorn will be served at both. Most Thursdays are reserved for special activities. All of this is in addition to reading for prizes. Come in to register and take home a calendar so you don’t miss a thing.

The kick-off event this summer will be at 10 a.m.

Friday, June 17. “Poof Daddy” will be here for his comedy magic show.

Come for a morning of fun, magic, and laughs.

All ages will enjoy his show.

The library also is of-

fering beginning crochet classes. The first session will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23.

This class will cover the basics, and get you crocheting even if you have never picked up a hook before. Please bring some yarn and a crochet hook. The recommended size for beginners is 5, 5 1/2, or 6mm (also called H, I, or J).

Feel free to give the library a call at 937-6928484 for more information. Or visit the library’s website at www.arcanumpubliclibrary.org or check out the library’s page on Facebook.

Versailles resident Campbell graduates FINDLAY – Mitchell Campbell, of Versailles, has graduated from the University of Findlay.

Campbell received a Bachelor of Science in Com-

puter Science. Campbell graduated from the University with the academic designation of cum laude.

Campbell was invited to walk in the University’s

commencement ceremonies. More than 500 graduates earned doctoral, master’s, bachelor’s or associate degrees in spring 2016.

How Can You Declare Your Financial Independence?

Next month , we observe the 4th of July with sparklers, picnics and parades. And living in a country that offers so much freedom, we have a lot to celebrate. But on a more personal level, you may still be working toward another type of independence – financial independence. What can you do to speed your progress toward this goal?

Here are some ideas to think about: Free yourself from excessive fear.

As an investor, it’s not hard to find something to fear. Oil prices, interest rates, political squabbles, even natural disasters – at any given time, each of these factors (and many more) might be blamed for volatility in the financial markets.

In response, many people take a “time out” from investing. Don’t let fear hold you back. It takes discipline and some mental toughness to stay invested in all economic environments, but if you’re constantly jumping in and out of the market, you’re almost guaranteed to miss out on the kind of continuity and opportunities you need to move toward your financial freedom.

Liberate your investments’ growth potential. Many investors avoid investing too aggressively, wishing to lower their risk level.

And that’s certainly not a bad idea.

On the other hand, you can easily slip into investing too “safely” by keeping the bulk of your portfolio in investments that protect your principal but offer so little in the way of return that they may not even keep up with inflation. So, try to always maintain a reasonable percentage of growth-oriented vehicles in your

portfolio. The exact amount may depend on your age and tolerance for risk, but at virtually every stage of your life, you need some growth potential.

Avoid the tyranny of debt. It’s not easy to stay out of debt. But carrying a heavy debt load is truly a burden – you’re not only concerned about making the payments, but you’re also depriving yourself of dollars that could be used to invest for your future. Try to do everything you can to live within your means and avoid racking up more debt than is necessary. And when you do whittle down your debts, put that “found” money to work. The more you put in your investment portfolio, the more opportunities you have to reach your objectives.

Free your thinking about the future. Here’s another roadblock on your journey toward financial independence: short-term thinking. Instead of seeking quick gains (which are notoriously hard to achieve), strive for steady growth. Instead of reacting to the news of the day by making impulsive moves, chart a long-term strategy that’s appropriate for your needs, and stick to it. Instead of focusing on the losses you might see on one month’s investment statement, look back over the progress you’ve made over the last five or 10 years. In short, worry less about today – and plan for tomorrow.

It will take a lot of time, effort and patience to ultimately achieve your own Financial Independence Day. But once you do, you’ll have reason to rejoice – and you won’t even need the fireworks.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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OBITUARIES MARTIN - Erma L. (Whitmer) Martin Coats, 94, of Greenville , Ohio passed away on June 4, 2016 with her family at her side. Erma was born on December 27, 1921 in Midland, Michigan.

She was the daughter of the late Edgar and Sylvia (Fike) Whitmer.

A Celebration of Life and Homecoming service was held on Saturday, June 11, 2016, at 11:00 a.m. at Celina Church of the Nazarene, 900 Fairground Rd., Celina, Ohio with Pastor Chris Riffle officiating. A private burial will occur in the Harris Creek Cemetery, Bradford, Ohio.

WIDENER - Albert W. “Al” Widener, age 76, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2016 at 5:43 AM at Heartland of Greenville, Greenville, Ohio. He was born on June 24, 1939 in Dayton, Ohio, to the late John W. & Evelyn (Mitchell) Widener.

A service was held on Thursday at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Joe Soley officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio.

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- Felix J. “Junior” Simmons, age 92, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2016 at 1:14 PM at Versailles Health Care Center, Versailles, Ohio. He was born on May 22, 1924 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Felix E. & Loree (Eley) Simmons.

A graveside service was held on Thursday at Greenmound Cemetery, Versailles, Ohio, with Pastor David Wilson officiating.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Versailles Emergency Medical Services. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

HESS - Elizabeth Anna Marie (Steinke) Hess has went to be with loved ones on June 3, 2016. She had a full life passing on a month shy of 96 years on this earth.

Mostly know by “Betty”, she was a homemaker, church religion teacher at St. Louis Catholic Church North Star for decades, then later for Holy Family in Frenchtown.

Betty was also on Ansonia Rescue Volunteer Squad until 82 years old.

There was a private Mass of Christian Burial held at Holy Family Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Ron haft celebrant. Burial will follow in the Brock Cemetery, Brock, Ohio. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers it is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to Ansonia Volunteer Rescue Squad in Betty memory. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com KNAPP - Donald Lee Knapp, age 67 of Covington, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2016 at the Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy. Don was born in Troy on January 15, 1949 to the (late) Edward and Marie (Oburn) Knapp.

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TODERO - Stacie Marie Todero, age 23, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, June 3, 2016 at 11:40 AM at her residence.

She was born on July 22, 1992 in Whetstone, Arizona to Babette & Galen Delk of Arcanum, Ohio, and the late Kirk Todero.

A service was held on Monday at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Dan Kuhbander and Pastor Greg Greve co-officiating – followed by a burial in the Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers it is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to Stacie’s children Farrah and Ryker. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey. com LEEPER - Bernice (Hughes) Leeper, age 87, of New Madison, OH, passed away, Friday, June 3, 2016 at her residence. She was born Wednesday, January 16, 1929 in St. James, MO, a daughter of the late John and Eliza (Sellers) Hughes.

A Celebration of Life Service was held on Thursday at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Mike Simmons officiating.

Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Palestine Church of Christ, 209 Lynn Street, Palestine, OH 45352. Condolences may be left for the family at www. oliverfloyd.com JACKSON - Deborah Jo “Debbie” Jackson, age 75, of Greenville, OH, passed away, Friday, June 3, 2016 at her residence. She was born Wednesday, September 18, 1940 in Darke Co., OH, a daughter of Harold and Lois (Martin) French.

A Celebration of Life Service was held on Thursday EUM Church, 1451 Sater St., Greenville, OH 45331 – followed by a burial at Abbottsville Cemetery Memorial contributions by be made to EUM Building Fund, 1451 Sater St., Greenville, OH 45331. Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd. com

STUDEBAKER Rona L. Studebaker age 80 of Arcanum, Butler Township, Ohio died Sunday, June 5, 2016 at her residence. Born on January 15, 1936 in Batavia, Clermont County, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Earl P. & Irene M. (Spaulding) Gibson.

Family received friends on Thursday at Barnes Funeral Home 411 North Commerce Street Lewisburg, OH. The funeral service was held on Friday with Rev. Rodney Shelley and Rev. Randy Smith officiating.

Memorial contributions made to Cancer Association of Darke County 1111 Sweitzer Street Greenville, Oh 45331. Online condolences at www.barnesfuneralhome.com TANNER - Thomas Charles Tanner, age 74, of Alliance, Ohio died on May 24, 2016. A memorial service, with military honors, will be held June 19 at 2 p.m. at the Gordon United Methodist Church in Gordon, Ohio.

LEWIS - Jeffery ‘Jeff’ Scott Lewis, age 53, of Richmond, died Friday, June 3, 2016, at his home. Born June 26, 1962, in Greenville, Ohio, to Noah and Rose Gard Lewis, Jeffery had lived in this community since 1993. He was a 1980 graduate of Tri-Village High School. Jeffery worked as an OTR truck driver.

Visitation for Jeffery Scott Lewis were held Tuesday, June 7, 2016, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com.

CURTNER - Kelly Joe

Curtner, age 47, of Lakeland, Florida – and formerly from Greenville, Ohio – passed a w a y April 28, 2016 following many years of illness. He was born February 5, 1969.

He was the son of the late Ronald and Elain (Huddle) Curtner; Ramona (Duvall) and Charles Wise, Sr. He is preceded in death by brothers Lonnie Curtner of Greenville, Ohio and Shawn (and Nancie) Curtner of Union City, Ind.; his sister Carla Curtner of Union City, Ohio; children Joseph Curtner of Florida, Jonathan Curtner of California, Dusty Curtner from Ohio and stepsons Michael, Nick and Aaron Caldwell of Florida; nephews Corbin, Nathan,

Rusty and Brandon; and his niece Tamika.

A LT E N B E R G E R

- Eileen Rosalie Altenberger, 92 of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday June, 3, 2016 at 3:10 AM at the Brethren Retirement Community. She was born January 24, 1924 in Newark, Ohio the daughter of the late Edward Clinton & Minnie (Heckman) Jones.

She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: George Altenberger; son: George Altenberger Jr.; daughter: Sheryl Kay Gallagher; brothers & sisters.

She is survived by her son: Dana Altenberger of Virginia; daughter: Anita Marie Welch of Oklahoma; daughter in law: Jerri Altenberger of Greenville; grandchildren: Tisha Lalley of Cincinnati, Christian Pass of Arcanum, Jayson Welch of Oklahoma, Christopher Welch of Texas, Eric Altenberger of Washington, Chad & Kyle Altenberger of Virginia, Erin Roessner of Cincinnati, Jared Altenberger of Greenville; numerous great grandchildren.

There will be no services.

Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Brethren Retirement Community Resident Aid Fund or State of the Heart Hospice.

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STEINER - Kenneth G. Steiner, age 83, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on Sunday June 5, 2016 at 6:20 PM at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville, Ohio.

He was born September 17, 1932 in Brookville, Ohio the son of the late Webster & Cora M. (Moore) Steiner.

He served in the United States Army. He was a Route man for Miami Valley News Agency.

He was a member of the American Legion; Jim Beam Bottle Collectors Association. He loved gardening, going to auctions, bird watching; he was an avid baker and excellent cook.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother:

Webster Steiner Jr., sisters: Mildred Eyler, & Mary Roberts.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years Beverly (Rish) Steiner; his daughter & son in law: Pam & Jeff Schinke; granddaughters: Sarah & Tessah Schinke; sisters & brother in law: Edna & Myron Brown, Bessie Elliott; & numerous nieces & nephews.

Services were held on Friday June 10, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Doug Baker officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery. Veteran’s graveside services will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey. com

JETT - Opal Loretta Jett, 87 passed away June 8, 2016 at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville. Opal was born June 8, 1929 in Greenville. She was the daughter of Theodore Archey and Kathalean (Epps) Archey.

Opal attended the University of Dayton in Dayton, Ohio and she was a member of the Bethel Long Wesleyan Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Phyllis wood.

She is survived by her husband: James Jett whom she married January 8, 1949, her children Douglas (Barbara) Jett of Coraopolis, PA. and Brenda Jett of Greenville; grandchildren: Douglas Jett Jr. of Philadelphia, PA. and Monica Jett of Baltimore, MD., her sister Lorene McCutchen of Dayton, Ohio and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Monday June 13, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Pamela Geise officiating. Burial will follow in Clemens Cemetery. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to services on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Long Wesleyan Church Building Fund 255 Stingley Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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D.A. Music Studios celebrates 25 years of molding musicians CLINTON RANDALL

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GREENVILLE - When first offering music lessons full-time in January of 1991, Dan Nealeigh wasn’t quite sure where the new journey would lead...or how long it would last. In 2016, Nealeigh’s journey into teaching music celebrated 25 years in business.

“I had been giving lessons and putting on small recitals throughout most of the 80’s, but by 1990 I had given up on it,” Nealeigh explained. “At the beginning of 1991, I was about to get laid off so I decided to go ahead and give it a try.”

After just the first year of giving lessons, Nealeigh says he had so many students that he needed to find additional space.

After being laid off from his job in 1992 and a year old son (Luke) at home, Nealeigh was forced to take a factory position in Union City, Ind. to help make ends meet. Continuing to take on more students, he soon decided to follow his dream, quit the job and focus solely on music lessons.

In 1995, Dan and his wife Melanie were expecting their second child (Majennica) and Nealeigh once again found himself searching for another location for his music students. Two years later, the number of students were too large for Nealeigh to teach on his own, so he hired others to help out. Eventually, Nealeigh says he had up to nine people helping to teach.

According to Nealeigh, 1998 was a monumental year for several

reasons. He formed a program that consisted of grouping students on a similar skill level that could perform publicly. Since starting the Student Band program, Nealeigh says there have been 85 total bands todate...involving nearly 500 musicians. Soon after, the Nealeigh’s moved into their new home and welcomed the birth of their third and final child (Sam). Lastly, in the fall D.A. Music Studios moved to it’s current location at 312 S. Broadway in Greenville.

As the years went by and his children grew, the studio became a family affair for Dan. All three of his children are passionately involved with music and of course the studio. Each play in student bands and help out their dad whenever they can.

Nealeigh has over 30 years of music experience and a college education in Music Education. Today, D.A. Music Studios offers private lessons on guitar, piano, bass, drums, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, string and wind instruments; as well as band classes for all age groups and musical styles. The student bands still perform at many public events and continues to have their annual Spring Recital each May. “The studio devotes itself to music education and performance,” Nealeigh added. “I love working with the kids and watching them grow through music.”

“25 years later - the music lessons, recitals and student bands are still going strong here on Broadway. I am back to being the only teacher

Dan Nealeigh (right) with oldest son Luke Nealeigh (left) in front of D.A. Music Studios on S. Broadway in Greenville. (Clinton Randall photo)

here now, but I can’t see myself doing anything else,” Nealeigh concluded.

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Bike Rodeo a hit with Versailles families SUSAN HARTLEY

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VERSAILLES – More than bike safety tips greeted kids and their parents during the Versailles Bike Rodeo on June 4.

Special guests Roge and Rocko, a Dalmatian Duo from the Greenville Township Fire and Lutheran Air medical helicopter were on hand to encourage summer safety, as well.

Sponsored by the fire department, EMS, police department and Josh Brooks State Farm Insurance, Saturday’s event brought young bike riders along with their parents and grandparents toting bikes to the Versailles Emergency Services Building.

The event has been hosted by the village’s emergency services for the past four years, said planning committee chair Crystal Buteau. Prior to that, State Farm sponsored the safety program.

Staffed entirely by volunteers - many who were firefighters’ teens - events included child ID and bike registration, helmet fit-

Zachary Shimp, 5, and big brother Noah, 11, participate in the Versailles Bike Rodeo on Saturday, June 4. (Susan Hartley photo)

tings and a chalk-drawn bicycle safety course outlined by orange cones. Bike inspections also were conducted by former bicycle shop owner Terry Benge.

Poultry Days Committee members also participated in the Bike Rodeo by providing and installing safety lights on bikes.

While riding the course, the young riders were instructed in braking, maneuverability and stability.

Five-year-old Zachary Shimp said he’d been riding a bike “about 4 or 5 months.” He credited his brother, Noah, 11, with helping him learn to ride and stop his bike safely.

“My brother just taught

Salutatorian, Quintin Muhlenkamp and Valedictorian, Francesca Masso-Rivetti. (Dick Brown photo)

Greenville graduates over 200 GREENVILLE – The threat of weather forced the 142nd Greenville Senior High School Graduation Commencement indoors Saturday evening. Family and friends filled the gymnasium to say goodbye congratulate the 220 graduating senior class of 2016.

The graduating class heard from class Valedictorian, Francesca MassoRivetti and Salutatorian,

Quintin Muhlenkamp.

Foundation Scholarships were awarded to the following graduates – Jose Badell, Hannah Coakley, Andrew Bowers, Emily Fulton, Tyler Davis, Olivia Herron, Alex Lance, Ripley Lewis, Chloe McKinney, Francesca Masso-Rivetti, Abigail Miller, Nicole Sherry, Victoria Nader, Quintin Muhlenkamp and Joseph Suter.

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me that,” Shimp said about learning to stop without falling over.

“It keeps ‘em safe,” Dad Josh Shimp said of the programs his boys participated in during the Bike Rodeo.

Bailey Wynk, 4, was attending her first Bike Rodeo. She’s been riding her little pink bike with training wheels since she was 2 years old, said mom Jaci Wynk.

“We’ll go on walks,” Wynk said, with Bailey riding her bike. “She’s due for a new one.”

Wynk said she brought

Bailey to the rodeo because “they were offering a lot of safety tips, that’s a big deal to us. Bailey got a free bike helmet. It’s a really neat thing they are doing.”

Kids also were invited to climb aboard the Lutheran Air to sit in the medics’ seats and see how patients are transported to medical facilities.

And 13 lucky kids entered their names in a raffle for a brand new bike, thanks to donations that come into the fire department and EMS, Bateau said. Also Saturday, brand new helmets were given to young riders as well as older kids who may have outgrown old helmets.

Sponsors of the Bike Rodeo include the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary of Versailles, Benge’s Bike Shop, Versailles Ace Hardware and Ft. Loramie Hardware. Monetary contributions were made

by Versailles Poultry Days Committee, TASKS Inc., Darke County Prosecutor’s office, Will Robertson Fund of Darke County and Custom Foam Inc.

Commissioners renew Edison contract DARKE COUNTY – The Darke County Commissioners approved a number of items during their June 6 and 8 regular meetings.

Edison State Community College will enjoy another five years at their Greenville location, 601 Wagner Ave., Greenville. Commissioners approved the renewal of a contract for the term of 60 months beginning Sept. 1 at $6.50 per square foot or $9,347.54 per month.

Also approved was a bid to Walls Bros. Asphalt Co. Inc. for $16,524.11 for the increasing and paving a parking lot at Michaels Resource Treatment Center.

The larger lot said Commissioner Mike Stegall, was “desperately needed.”

The Darke County Job and Family Services will be purchasing a new Ford Fusion from Dave Knapp Ford, thanks to an ap-

proval by commissioners.

The Dave Knapp purchase came in under the state bid recommendation from Middletown Ford. Purchasing the vehicle locally also will assist with easy access to regularly scheduled and needed maintenance.

And, also this past week, commissioners adopted position descriptions and approved the hiring of a full time animal control officer for the county’s animal shelter.

The new position descriptions will allow for the following positions at the shelter: chief animal control officer, assistant chief animal control officer, animal control officer, and animal control officer/kennel worker.

The resolution abolishes the descriptions for the positions of animal control supervisor, pound keeper and kennel worker.

Arlean and Dean Bankson pose with an Annie Oakley necklace. The Banksons have been named grand marshals for the Annie Oakley Festival Parade. (Susan Hartley photo)

Jewelers named as Annie Oakley grand marshals GREENVILLE – Greenville jewelers Dean and Arlene Bankson have been named grand marshals for the Annie Oakley Festival Parade.

“I couldn’t believe it myself,” Arlene said of finding out she and her husband had been selected for the honor.

Her husband also was surprised.

“I think there might’ve been somebody else to pick myself,” he said.

The couple own Weiland Jewelers, located at 414 S. Broadway in downtown Greenville, purchasing the business from Arlene’s father, Ivan Spahr. Mr. Spahr purchased the store in 1950, and worked 60 years as a hometown jeweler. Two of the couple’s three sons and their wives also work with the family business, Mark and Gail and Mike and Corrin. Son Matt works for the Ohio Department of Agriculture and his wife Heather is a hospice nurse. They also have six grandchildren.

Known for supporting the Annie Oakley Festival by presenting Annie Oakley necklaces to Miss Annie Oakley and runners-up, the Banksons believe that is one reason they were selected to represent the community for the 2016 parade.

“For the past 15 or 20 years we’ve given engraved Annie Oakley necklaces to the girls,” Dean said. “We’ll engrave their names on the back.”

The public also may purchase jewelry from Weiland Jewelers depicting Annie

Oakley, he explained, including the necklace as well as key rings, an Annie Oakley brooch, money clips and tie tacks.

The couple is proud to make Greenville their home.

“Our boys went to school here and I don’t think there is a better place to live,” Arlene said.

Dean said he enjoys hearing other people speak positively about Greenville – especially the downtown business district.

“Our salesmen come in and comment on how nice our downtown is,” he said.

Weiland’s repeat business also is a testimony of a supportive community, the couple believes.

“We really have a good clientele,” Arlene said. “We’ll see the grandchildren of people we sold engagement rings to. That makes you feel so good.”

Weilands offers a wide variety of jewelry and accessories. They also offer onsite custom design and repair services.

The Banksons say they are waiting to hear from the Annie Oakley parade organizers about how they should dress or what they’ll be riding in.

“I have an old Model T of my granddads,” Dean laughed. “I told my boys we should get that out for the parade.”

The Annie Oakley Festival will be held July 29-31 with the parade set to begin at 10 a.m. in downtown Greenville.

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BBBS rubber duck race and 5k is June 23 SIDNEY – Duck adoptions remain steady for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County, and Jennifer Bruns, executive director of the Shelby and Darke County agency, is hopeful to reach over 4,000 ducks being launched this year. Keeping with tradition, the person with the number on the winning duck wins the grand prize of $1000 and the next 12 ducks to follow win various prize packages including, two “3-day” passes to the great Country Concert at Hickory Hills.

All of the prizes have been donated for the event and are listed on the Big Brothers Big Sisters website. The 2016 Rubber Duck Race, will be held June 23, 7:30 p.m., near the Geib Pavilion in Tawa-

wa Park, Sidney.

Those wishing to adopt their duck may still do so up until June 23. Duck adoptions can also take place at sites throughout the community including the Sidney Big Brothers Big Sisters office at 121 E. North St., Sidney Body Carstar, Meyer’s DriveThru, Midmark Corporation, Greenville Federal Savings & Loan in Greenville, Financial Achievement Services Located on Childrens Home-Bradford Road, Edison Community College both Piqua & Greenville branches, and The Early Bird. Big Brothers Big Sisters board members and volunteers will also have tickets available for sale.

Additionally, this year you can purchase duck

adoptions online or by downloading the mail-in order. Both can be done from our website at www. bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke. org/events or http://bit. ly/bbbsduckderby .

The public is invited to come out for the Rubber Duck Race to cheer on their adopted rubber duck and compete for some awesome prizes. TAM 105.5, one of the corporate sponsors for the event, will be live on-air broadcasting throughout the evening.

In addition to the duck race, the agency will also host the 10th annual Duck N’ Run 5k walk/run, which is a part of the Shelby County 5K Tour, and in celebration of the 10th annual event each 10th participant to cross the finish line will receive a special

prize as a thank you for supporting the organization. The 5K run will be held on June 23 with race time at 8:15 p.m. through scenic Tawawa Park in Sidney. Registration begins at 7 p.m., and a shot-gun start will begin the race at 8:15 p.m. Runners (walkers also welcome) will follow the course through the scenic park, with refreshments and an awards presentation waiting at the finish line. Runners can pre-register for the event by going to http://bit.ly/ ducknrun with early bird registration ending June 10, or register the day of the race for $15. Duck adoptions and t-shirts will be sold separately on race day as quantities last.

By running in the 5K or by “adopting” a rubber

Mrs. Duck crosses the finish line at last year’s Duck n’ Run 5k.

duck for $5 each or by purchasing one of their special deal packs, you not only have a chance to win some fantastic prizes but you will have made a difference by providing financial support to a Big and Little and our after-school mentoring programs.

If you would like more

information about becoming a volunteer or if you have a child that you feel could benefit from being in the program, call 492-7611 or 547-9622. Big Brothers Big Sisters is a United Way Agency and an affiliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

Arcanum Library 2016 Summer Reading Program underway ARCANUM - Registration is underway for the Summer Reading Program at the Arcanum Public Library.

Come in to register for a summer full of reading, programs, and activities. Children and adults can participate

for prizes and take part in the fun. On Mondays, there will be Story Time for children up through preschool age with a 10 a.m. session followed by a session at 11 a.m.

Be prepared for stories, singing, and more.

Tuesdays will be for

school age kids to come from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for fun and games and crafts. On Wednesdays, the library will be showing a double feature. The first movie will start at 11 a.m., and the next at 2:30 p.m. Popcorn will be served at both. Most

Thursdays are reserved for special activities. All of this is in addition to reading for prizes. Come in to register and take home a calendar so you don’t miss a thing.

The kick-off event this summer will be at 10 a.m. Friday, June

17. “Poof Daddy” will be here for his comedy magic show. Come for a morning of fun, magic, and laughs. All ages will enjoy his show.

The library also is offering beginning crochet classes. The first session will be at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 23.

This class will cover the basics, and get you croGREENVILLE - Join June 18 at the Shawnee will discuss technique, One of Hollinger’s favorite cheting even if you have Phill Hollinger, Darke Prairie Preserve Nature flies (where and when to aspects of the sport is the never picked up a hook

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Space is very limited due to supplies, so sign up soon. A $5 fee for materials will be charged for this program, and preregistration is required.

For more information about this or any other program offered by the Darke County Parks or to register for Fly Fishing Basics, stop by the nature center, or call (937) 548-0165.

Miami County Sheriff’s Office to hold summer youth camp

TROY - The Miami County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting its 13th annual summer youth camp at Redman Picnic Ground, 2855 W. Stanfield Road, Troy, July 13. Children between the ages of 8-12 can attend this free one day camp. Camp will run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Miami County Sheriff’s Office is looking for youth between these ages who may never have the opportunity to attend a camp or who need an opportunity to interact with law enforcement.

The Mission Statement for this camp is as follows: “Miami County Sheriff’s Office Youth Camp is committed to providing youth the opportunity to learn and interact with law enforcement. The camp will offer significant challenges and opportunities for each child. This will be obtained through a structured environment of education, team building, fun and interaction with law enforcement officers in a relaxed atmosphere.”

A variety of activities are planned during the day. Lunch and snack will be provided. The theme for this year will be “Be A Superhero.”.

Applications may be obtained or you may register online at www.miamicountysheriff.org and mailed to 201 W. Main St., Troy, Ohio, 45373 or faxed to 937-440-3524. If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Miami County Sheriff’s Office at 440-6078.

Application deadline June 27.

before. Please bring some yarn and a crochet hook. The recommended size for beginners is 5, 5 1/2, or 6mm (also called H, I, or J).

Feel free to give the library a call at 937-6928484 for more information. Or visit the library’s website at www. arcanumpubliclibrary. org or check out the library’s page on Facebook.

Property owners may qualify for reduction in taxes DARKE COUNTY - Carol Ginn, Darke County Auditor has announced that real estate property owners may claim a reduction in the taxable value of their property for buildings that have been destroyed, torn down, or damaged, regardless of the time of year the destruction or damage occurred.

Enacted legislation by the state of Ohio enables real estate property owners to claim the reduction at any time regardless of the cause of damage (fire, wind, etc. of torn down).

The amount of reduction would be prorated on the basis of the calendar quarter in which the damage occurs. Property owners must file the Form DTE 26 with the county auditor for the reduction. Real es-

tate property destroyed or damaged during the first three quarters (January through September) must be filed by Dec. 31 or the year of the damage. Real estate property destroyed or damaged in the last quarter (October through December) must be filed

by Jan. 31 of the following year. For additional information, contact the Darke County Auditor’s Office in the courthouse at 5477317 or 547-7316 Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except holidays. Or you may print the required Form DTE 26 from the county auditor’s web site at www.darkecountyrealestate.org.

Complete the form and return it to the county auditor’s office.

Bradford Library plans summer programs BRADFORD - The following events are being sponsored by Bradford Public Library for the area children and adults during the library’s Summer Reading Program - “On Your Mark, Get Set…READ!” Patrons are asked to sign-up in advance so that BPL can provide everyone with the required materials. * Monday, 1-4 p.m.

June 13. Movie Monday with BINGO showing “The Good Dinosaur” for all ages. * Tuesday, 1-2 p.m.

June 14. Students just finishing grades 2-5 will be treated to a hands-on activity “Making Your Own Jump Rope and Other Activities.” * Thursday, 1-2:30 p.m. June 16. For teens – “Live Action Pacman & Frisbee Golf” * Monday, 1-4 p.m.

June 20. Movie Monday with BINGO showing – “The Peanuts Movie” for all ages. * Tuesday, June 21 beginning at 1 p.m. for those students ages 3 to those who have just completed kindergarten and first grade. This is

the big event, in addition to their field trip in July.

It is called “Fueling Your Engines” with Learning Stations and followed by a Kid’s Olympics using the things they are making at the stations. * Wednesday, 3:304:30 p.m. June 22 – A very special program for all ages will include a comedy juggler and ventriloquist. This program is for all ages. The library will open at 3 for your arrival. A large crowd is expected. For further information, contact Mrs. Roeth at 448-2612. * Wednesday, 6-7 p.m.

June 22. Wednesday adult program, “Activity for Life.” The adults who attend will receive a pedometer to set their walking strides, a BPL 3-way pen and a journal to mark your progress.

Every time the adults meet the activity will include a type of exercise and a fresh nutritional treat with the recipe.

The dates are: June 22, July 13, and July 27. * Monday, 1-4 p.m.

June 27.-Movie Monday with BINGO “Pups United!”

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OSU golf outing registrations still being accepted GREENVILLE – Registrations for the Monday, June 20 Darke county OSU Scholarship gold Outing are still being accepted. SVG Chevrolet will be providing a new car to the golfer who is successful in getting a hole in one on hole No. 17. SVG is replacing Ron Garrett as the long time sponsor of this tournament.

Profits from this event will be added to the endowment fund at Ohio State University, which provides scholarships to Darke County students

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Following the golf results, the four scholarship re-

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Railroad, Sugargrove, North & South, Berachah Valley, and The Rock Island Plow Company.

The musicians are donating their time to provide entertainment for the area community to enjoy. United States Veterans will be honored by the first band, Showtime Grass.

All the groups play local festivals and events.

Several of the groups’ members have appeared

on national music lists for performances or song writing. They will have their music CD’s available to purchase.

A raffle will be going on at the school for a variety of items donated by local businesses and individuals. Raffle tickets will be

will each receive $1,675 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 welcomed.

Other major sponsors include Greenville Technology (scarlet Sponsor) and Jim’s Drive-In and Miami Vending (gray sponsors). Contact Dennis Baker at 448-6550 for an entry form.

Bradford Library to host 16th annual Bluegrass Festival

BRADFORD - The Bradford Public Library is sponsoring their 16th Bluegrass Music Program at Bradford High School Auditeria from 4:45 p.m. to 11 p.m. June 24. Chairs will be provided and all are welcome to attend.

This event is free as a big thank you to faithful area communities and library patrons.

The groups playing this year include Showtime Grass, Mad River

Mike Hemmelgarn is set to perform June 15 at Greenville Library.

Hemmelgarn to visit Family Fun Day GREENVILLE - The Greenville Public Library is thrilled to bring back crowd-favorite Mike Hemmelgarn to “Family Fun Day” at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 15. Hemmelgarn always has a new and exciting performance featuring a custom blend of ventriloquist characters and a wild variety of comedy juggling with a splash of magic. His unique brand of entertainment is loved

by all ages.

Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy the show on the lawn under the shade trees.

In case of rain, the event will take place at the First Congregational Christian Church Activity Building on Fifth Street. Many thanks to the Friends of the Library and the Steyer Family Trust for their generous sponsorship of “Family Fun Days 2016.”

Board of Elections to meet GREENVILLE - The Darke County Board of Elections will meet at 2 p.m. Monday, June 13 for a regularly scheduled

monthly meeting.

The Board meets in the office at 300 Garst Ave., Greenville

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Grade A Kids 4-H planning summer events FRENCHTOWN - The May meeting of the Grade A Kids 4-H Club was held at the Frenchtown Church hall at 7 p.m. May 2.

The meeting consisted of more discussion on what the fair booth theme should be and also where the summer cookout will be held.

New business consisted of Thomas Shaw showing the members and parents of the club that are interested in showing livestock at the fair how to do their entries. All entries will be done online this year.

Lamb tagging was held be

Saturday, May 7 and Tuesday, May 10. Lambs must have scrapie tag at time of tagging. The cost is $3 per lamb and each member can tag up to five lambs.

The last Quality Assurance date was Saturday, May 14 in the youth building on the fairgrounds. Anyone who will be showing a market animal at the fair this year and has not attended one of these sessions, was asked to attend this last one.

The next meeting of the Grade A Kids 4-H Club was held June 6 at the Frenchtown Church Hall.

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The council house has two rings of benches, an inner ring for tribal leaders and speakers and an outer ring for public and onlookers.

Anthony Wayne Peace Council House to open GREENVILLE - Want to learn more about the Treaty of Greenville, about the customs of the Native Americans who were here 200 years ago or about the purpose of the council house? Join a local historian from 1-3 p.m. June 18, at the Anthony Wayne Peace Council House located at Prairie Ridge Meadow Park across from the Garst Museum to find out about these interests and more.

Visitors can expect to see gifts from the 12 tribes who signed the treaty as well as many ceremonial items like a turtle shell representing the earth, a talking stick, and the ceremonial fire pits. Please remember, out of respect for the tribes who signed the treaty, enter the council house through the east

door, with the rising sun, and exit through the west door, with the setting sun. The council house will also be open twice more this summer on July 16 and Aug. 13, both from 1-3 pm.

For questions about this program or any other program offered by the Darke County Parks, stop by the nature center, call 548-0165, or email info@ darkecountyparks.org.

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6825 State Route 722, Ithaca, 678-8584

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First Congregational Church

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421 Central Ave., 548-3583

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CHURCH OF GOD Triumphant Christian Center

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Students achieve perfect attendance ARCANUM - The following students achieved perfect attendance during the 2015/2016 school year at Arcanum Elementary: Elleigh Baker, Landon Byrne, Mackenzie Byrne, Truman Knaus, Clark Lemons, Danicka Mi-

chael, Katelynne Michael, Sara Netzley, Landon Patterson, Maci Pechie.

Students who achieved perfect attendance during the 4th 9 week grading period at Arcanum Elementary include: Kindergarten – Alexis Armstrong,

Bella Baker, Gabriel Burke, Brynn Byers, Brooklyn Dillman, Caylor Eastman, Kali Frazee, Moxon Gilpin, Connor Kingery, Kale Kramer, Roger Neff, Landon Patterson, Maci Pechie, Landry Rhodehamel, Gabrielle Snider,

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Mackenzie Subler, Cooper Tegtmeyer, Ross Wagner, Kinzie Williams, Gabrielle Wooten.

First Grade – Caleb Baker, Logan Besecker, Aiden Carlisle, Matthew Denlinger, Cameron Garbig, Jordyn Garbig, Blaine Geus, Patrick Hammaker, Faith Hathaway, Jesse Hootman, Helena Kissinger, Jayden Livingston, Matthew Macy, Danicka Michael, Evan Parks, Raine Simpson, Jackson Smith, Luke Stephens, Haiden Vencill, Acacia Wilson.

Second Grade – Isabella Armstrong, Aiden Ashbaugh, Elleigh Baker, Cameron Ball, Lance Brinksneader, Lukas Byrd, Robert Denniston, Lona Dillman, Payton Geiman, Donald Hathaway, Carson Hittle, Tyrel Israel, Aden Jackson, Cole Kessler, Meridith Laux, Clark Lemons, Sara Netzley, Camden Pfahler, Mackenzie Riffell, Trinity Schweitzer, David Simpson, Landon Subler.

Third Grade – Brooke Anderson, Shiloh Brown, Mackenzie Byrne, Austin Carlisle, Savannah Corley, Carrie Denlinger, Rhianna Denniston, Chance Diehl, Layla Dimitriou, Noah Egnor, Alexis Gibbons, Tru-

man Knaus, Brayden Metzger, Katelynne Michael, Lukeus Midlam, Owen Netherly, Payten Parks, Cohen Protzman, Carter Rice, Blake Riffell, Samuel Rose, Carson Short, Eli Stephens, Morgan Weaver, Dustin

Williams, Wyatt Wilson, Christopher Woody.

Fourth Grade – Ethan Bennett, Andrew Byrd, Landon Byrne, Tera Couch, Payten Dillman, Kaylee Elliott, Austin Engle, Braylen Etherington, Kolin

Frazee, Luke Henninger, Trenten Hissong, Kaitlynn Lipps, Bradyn Lock, Ashlyn Miller, Brandon Miller, Memphis Parsons, Kaitlyn Sharp, Zade Simon, Sean Trogdon, Taelen Unger, Patience Wilson.

AUCTIONEER’S DIRECTORY

www.KaugherAuctioneer.com

Ronnie Kaugher

1546 Cox Rd., Union City, OH (937) 968-7279

Weekly Auctions now featuring audio/video bidding.

Convenience fee for on-line bidders only.

(937) 316-8400 (937) 459-7686

SAT., JUNE 18, 2016 AT 9:00 AM

5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00A.M.

Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) TRACTORS 2001 John Deere 7210 (Diesel) Tractor, MFWA 18.4R-38 Rubber, Full View Cab, A/C, Triple Remotes, Runs & Looks Great, 8,279 Hrs., used entirely to pull a Batwing Mower (Super Nice); 2000 John Deere 7710 (Diesel) Tractor, Full View Cab, A/C, Triple Remotes, 18.4R-38 Rubber, 8 Front Weights, J.D. Quick Hitch, Approx. 8,500 Hrs., Runs, Works, Looks Great; 1962 John Deere 4010 (Diesel) Tractor, 4020 Kit, Power Steering, Warrior Fast Hitch, Aftermarket Cab w/Heater, 15.5x38 Rubber, Runs & Looks Good, Narrow Front, used on a 10 Acre Mini Farm; 1964 Minneapolis Moline Jetstar 3 Tractor, Power Steering, 3-Point Hitch, 2 to 1 Ampli-Torc, 5 Spd. Trans., 14.9x28 Rubber, Narrow Front, Straight, Nice Tractor; Ford 9-N Tractor, Good Rubber, Runs Good, 2 Btm. 3-Point Plow (Very Nice); McCormick Farmall 400 w/Torque Amplifier, Runs & Looks Good, Ser. #: 7468, Straight Tractor; International MTA Tractor, New Overhaul & Torque, Good Paint; I.H. Farmall Super MTA Tractor, Straight, Clean, Runs Good; Farmall “H” Tractor, Straight Tractor; Farmall “M” FBK Ser. #: 53787, In State of Restoration, Ran Good When Restoration Started, Partially Disassembled; I.H. Cub Cadet # 782 Lawn Tractor, Looks & Runs Good.

DUMP TRUCK - DITCH WITCH – ROLLER – FARM EQUIP. – TRAILER – WAGONS 1991 International 4900 Single Axel Dump Truck, DT-466 Diesel, 14’ Steel Hyd. Dump Bed, Air Brakes & Seat, P.S., A/C, 22.5 Rubber, Looks & Runs Great; Ditch Witch R-40 4-Wheel Drive Ditch Machine, Ditch Attachment, Back Hoe, Frt. Grader Blade; Roll Pac Small (Gas) Riding Roller; 10 Ft. Bush Hog 3-Pt. P.T.O. Rotary Mower (nice); 7 Ft. Ford H. Duty 3 Pt. Grader Blade; 5 Ft. Midwest 3-Pt. Box Blade (Like New); Clipper “Wood” Seed Cleaner; 7 Ft. Pull Type Rotary Mower; (2) 7 Ft. I.H. Cycle Bar Mowers; I.H. Farmall Hyd. Tractor Loader; Hopper Wgn. Running Gears; 12 Ft. Flat Bed Hay Wagon w/Sides; 14 Ft. Flat Bed Hay Wagon; 20 Ft. Flat Bed Hay Wagon w/Heavy Duty Bed; John Deere 1-Btm. Walking Plow; Wood Beam 1-Btm. Plow; Elec. Barrel Grain Cleaner; (4) Farmall Tractor Fenders; Bulk Feed Bag Fork Lift Rack Filler; 2 Whl. Cart to Haul Narrow Front Tractors; 6’x8’ Cronkite Utility Trailer (Pental Hook).

4-WHEELER – SNOWMOBILES – GO-CARTS – GENERATORS Polaris (Diesel) 4x4 4-Wheeler, 849 miles, Runs Good; Yamaha 440 Snowmobile (Runs-Works); Ski-Doo 440 Snowmobile (Runs-Works); (2) 2-Seater (Gas) Go-Carts; 3-Whl. Battery Freedom Scooter; Guardian Plus 12,000 KW (Gas) Propane or Natural Generator (Whole House Type); Titan Series #8000 Hi-Performance (Gas) Generator.

LAWN & GARDEN Garden King 5 H.P. Rear Tine Tiller; 5-RT Chain Drive Rear Tine Tiller 319cc; Huffman 5 H.P. Frt. Tine Tiller; Kees (Gas) Power Rake; Front Mower (Gas) Brush Mower; Pull Type Thatcher; I.H. Cub 48 In. Snow Blade. Toro Wheel Horse 520 Hydro Lawn Tractor, 20 H.P., Wheel Weights, 60” Deck w/Snow Plow; Lawn Boy Z-340 HLX Zero Turn Mower (very nice), Head Lights, Runs & Looks Great; Dixon Zero-Turn Mower, 15 1/2 H.P., 48” Cut, Runs & Works Great.

PETERBILT SEMI 1990 Peterbilt 377 Conventional (Day Cab) Semi, CAT-3106-B, 10 Spd., Air Ride, (10) Alum. Bud Wheels, Dual Alum. Tanks, Dual Chrome Stacks, Bright Red, Runs, Drives & Looks Great! (Super Grain Hauler Truck).

MOTORCYCLES 1985 Honda CB-650 Motorcycle; Suzuki Cavalcade LX Motorcycle (partially disassembled).

GUNS Tanfoglio 380 Hi Point Mag 8-Shot Revolver & Case; Remington Mdl. #770 30-06 w/Scope (Black); Westfield 22 Bolt Action (older rifle); old 22 Rifle.

VEHICLES 1947 Ford Panel Box Truck (Red); 2001 Ford F-250 Window Van w/Wheel Chair Lift, Long W. Base, High Top, Runs Good, Body Rough, High Miles; 1994 Cadillac STS 4-Door, Runs/Drives Good, Dk. Brown, Full Power Equip.

SHOP EQUIPMENT Carolina Arbor Press; Black Hawk Port-A-Power Set w/Accessories; 5 Spd. Bench Drill Press; Lincoln (Gas) Powered Welder; Hobart Beta Mig 250 Welder; Dbl. Pedestal Grinder; 210,000 BTU Space Heater; Parts Washer; 18 Gal. Wet/Dry Shop Vac; Craftsman Rolling Tool Chest; Lg. Elec. Exhaust Fan; Forney Elec. Welder; Engine Stand; Propane Heaters; Honda (Gas) 3000 P.S.I. Pressure Washer; Battery Charger; (5) Hyd. Floor Jacks; sev. Bldg. Jacks; Hyd. Bottle Jacks; sev. sets of Jack Stands; Boomers; Chain Hoist; Clevis’s; Come-A-Long; Hitch Pins; (2) Portable Air Tanks.

POWER & HAND TOOLS Craftsman & other Open & Box End Wrenches; numerous size Pipe Wrenches; Sockets; Impact Sockets; (2) Lg. Bolt Cutters; Pipe Cutter; Tin Snips; Pliers; Files; Chisels; Nut Drivers; Hammers; Screwdrivers; Wire Brushes; Drop Lights; all sizes of C-Clamps; sev. Bench Vises; numerous Tool Boxes; H. Duty Ext. Cords; Creeper; misc. Rolls of Elec. Wire; Husky 165 Pc. Socket/Wrench Tool Set; Halogen Lights; 18 Volt B&D Firestorm Battery Drills; Elec. Drills; Circ. Saws; Milwaukee 6 ½” 18 Volt Battery Circ. Saw w/Case; Milwaukee 18 Volt Battery Saw-Zall & Drill w/Case; sev.

Elec. Testers; Craftsman Table Saw; Miter Box; Power Chop/Miter Saw; Portable Air Compressor; Deep Well Sockets; 4 New sets of Impact Sockets; Allen Wrenches; Drill Bits; Welding Clamps; Air Tools; Air Ratchets ¼” & 3/8”; Air Grinder; Elec. Heat Gun; Air Sanders; Air Drill; Buffer; Impact Wrench; Bosch H. Duty Elec. Grinder; Craftsman Sanders; sev. Air Body File Straight Edges; sev. Paint Guns; sev. Detail Paint Guns; Grease Pump & Guns; Welding Helmets; Body Dent Pullers; Air Hoses & Regulators; (2) Body Shop Paper/Tape Machines; Circular Saws; Chain Hoist.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES US Standard Brass Grain Grading Sifter; 10 Gal. Milk Can; (2) Sets of Steel Wagon Wheels & Axels; 25 Cent Coca-Cola Machine (works); Cast Iron Pitcher Pump; Early 2 Whl. Feed Cart; Horse Weather Vane; Wire Milk Crate; Galv. Wash Tubs; Stop Sign; 4 Wood Shutters; Wood Dbl. Tree; 3 Hay Forks & Trolley Track; (3) Early Glass Oil Btls. & Spouts w/Wire Carrier; (2) Snow Sleds; Hand Sye; Sm. Stain Glass Window; Corn Jobber; Wood Lard Stirrer; 1985 Corvette Fiberglass Hood; 1000 Lb. Platform Scales; Early Metal Porch Glider; Pr. Wood Pocket Doors; 5 Pc. Cast Iron Patio Set; Lg. Amount of Reclaimed Barn Siding, Lumber, Beams.

MISC. John Deere Tractor Fiberglass Cab Top & Headliner; numerous J.D. Side Panels; Wood Porch Swing; Radson 300 Moisture Tester; Cast Iron Park Bench; (5) Sq. Poly Tanks; Alum. Truck Tool Boxes; Pr. of Steel Loading Ramps; (3) Live Traps; Metal Fence Posts; 4 Ft. x 4 Ft. Changeable Letter Sign; Wood & Alum. Extension Ladders; 8’ Fiberglass Ladder; Pr. of Tractor Weights; 4’ Garden Tractor Disc; Poly 15 Gal. Sprayer; Saw Horses; Tractor Tool Boxes; Tow Bar; Tow Hooks; Galv. Water Tank; Trk. Bed Matt; Lawn Spreader; (5) Hanging Shop Lights; Reese Hitch Receivers; PVC Pipe; Load Locks; Fishing Rods & Reels; lots of Auto, Truck & Implement Tires & Wheels; misc. Lumber; Cadillac STS Wheels; Semi Air Horn; C.B. Radio; Long Handle Yard Tools; Rubber Tire Wheel Barrow; Transmissions; Torque Converters; Brake Rotors; Oil; Hyd. Fluid; Paint; Tow Straps; Oil Filters; lots of Hub Caps; Elec.

Motors; Plastic Tarps; Elec. Items; Bar Bell & Weights; Van Seats; Trk. Mirrors; Frostless Faucet; Echo Gas Trimmer; Truck Ladder Rack; Bolts; Nuts; Nails; Lights; Lenses; Ford & GM Truck Grills & Parts; Inventory Cabinets; Tractor Parts; Hyd. Cylinders & Hoses; new Bearings; Radiators; Metal Shelves; Trk. & Trl. Axels; Trk. Lift Gate & much more!

DUANE E. LEIS, ESTATE

Donald E. Leis, Executor.

Margaret Hayes, Attorney. Case #: 16.1.104 • ALL items must be paid for the day of auction.

• ALL items are sold as is.

• TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added.

• Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information.

• Food Available on Site!

• Open Friday, June 17th from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection.

REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff

Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686 Michel Werner Apprentice Auctioneer

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Greenville students participate in Life After High School GREENVILLE - A group of more than 30 Greenville Junior High and High School students, school staff, parents, and Darke DD staff participated in Life After High School in May. The day focused on work opportunities in our community and was made possible through partnering efforts of Greenville City Schools, Darke DD Community First, and local employers.

The day began at Keller’s Drive Thru where Christof Keller, Vice President of Sales, provided an informative tour.

Students learned about Keller Feed & Grain and job opportunities at the company’s four locations.

Christof shared about the products produced locally by Keller as well as the

importance of customer service and convenience at Keller’s Drive Thru.

Andrea Townsend of Greenville Schools coordinated a pizza lunch in the third floor conference room of the Greenville Public Library. After lunch, students learned more about community employment through a panel discussion. Representatives on the panel included Tisha McAdams (Customer Service Manager, The Kroger Co.), Wes Garland (Courtesy Clerk, The Kroger Co.), John Rediger (Courtesy Clerk, The Kroger Co.), Lindsay Balster (Staffing & Team Retention Leader, Cypress Pointe & Village Green Health Campus) and Erika Smith (Environmental Services, Village Green). The panel

Participants in Employment Panel, left to right: John Rediger (The Kroger Co.), Facilitator Tamala Marley (Darke DD), Tisha McAdams (The Kroger Co.), and Wes Garland (The Kroger Co.)

discussion was facilitated by Tamala Marley, Employment Advisor at Darke DD. Wes, John, and Erika shared their journey to employment as participants in Bridges

to Transition Vocational Rehabilitation Public Private Partnership grant.

McAdams praised both John and Wes for their positive attitudes and dependability as employees.

Left to right Lindsay Balster (Village Green) and Erika Smith (Village Green) receive certificates of appreciation from Tamala Marley (Darke DD).

John shared that early work and volunteer experiences helped prepare him for work. He also encouraged students to take on more responsibility as they transition to adulthood. Balster praised Erika (who has a visual impairment) for providing thorough, quality cleaning and caring service for Village Green residents.

Erika, who has worked for Village Green for nearly 2 years, encouraged students to set and reach for their goals. Erika shared that she had worked in retail and food service before finding the job she currently loves. Balster encouraged students to find out what they enjoy through volunteerism or school activities.

In the afternoon, the group toured Greenville Technology Inc. (GTI).

Students saw car parts being assembled, painted, and inspected as they viewed different areas of the plant. Many were seeing GTI for the first time and were interested in the robotics used in the manufacturing processes.

The business tours provided very different employment options.

Both tours shared op-

portunities and employer expectations which relate to the vocational topics covered in the classroom.

Many students stated they could see themselves working at one or both of the businesses. Both Keller Feed & Grain and GTI have been supportive of hiring individuals with developmental disabilities and currently have employees who receive services from Darke DD. The goal of Bridges to Transition is to expand career exploration and employment options for transitional youth (ages 14-24) with developmental disabilities. Anyone interested in learning more about partnering with the Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities for employment opportunities, Bridges to Transition, inclusion and/or volunteerism can contact Rodney Willis, Community First Director at 937-459-4626 or rodneyw@darkedd.org.

For more information on Darke DD visit our website at www.darkedd. org. Like us on Facebook – Darke County Board of Developmental Disabilities

On Your Mark, Get Set, READ! New MADISON - New Madison Public Library’s 2016 Summer Reading Program is off to a great start with more than 70 readers signed up in the first three days. The theme encourages readers to get active, be healthy, and read this summer, and the first story time got 22 kids from ages 6 months to 13 years old on their feet with interactive picture books and an outdoor parachute activity.

Readers of all ages are encouraged to join us this summer for a multitude

of events including the ever popular Robert Bennett Memorial Wildlife Encounter presented by naturalists from Brukner Nature Center, Family Fitness FUNdamentals presented by BJ Paulus, owner of SnapFit, and a presentation on trail riding and camping with horses

by Amy (Puckett) Loy of Twincreek Kennel & Farm.

For dates, times, and other events visit our website at www.newmadisonpubliclibrary.org and LIKE us on Facebook or call us at 937-996-1741.

Diabetes and Your Heart set GREENVILLE - Individuals with diabetes are twice as likely as someone who does not have diabetes to have heart disease or a stroke. People with diabetes also tend to develop heart disease or have strokes at an earlier age than other people.

If you are interested in learning ways to reduce your risk of heart disease, consider attending the program “Keeping Your Heart

Healthy.” Karen Droesch RD, LD, CDE the Diabetic Educator at Wayne HealthCare will provide this free program at 6 p.m.

June 14. The presentation will be held in the 3rd floor conference room at Wayne HealthCare.

Ways to protect your heart with a focus on healthy eating will be discussed. For more information about the program, call 937-547-5750.

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12.01-33.5 oz Culinary Circle Pizza

4.99

pt Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream ............... 3.49 12-20 ct Popsicles ............................ 2.99 9 oz Essential Everyday Frozen Strawberries .................................... 1.49

8.5-19 oz Marie Callender Dinners & Pot Pie ......................................... 2.49 32 oz Essential Everyday Frozen Vegetables....................................... 1.99