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GHS bus arrivals are on time; no hitches Day 1

Deputy Doug Baker on duty during 158th Great Darke County Fair. (Clinton Randall photo)

Baker serves 34th fair as deputy, considers retirement DARKE COUNTY - It all began with a tap on the window of CLINTON RANDALL the SherStaff Writer iff’s Patrol bluebagmedia.com building during the Great Darke County Fair in 1980. After years of interest in serving as a Deputy in the county, Doug Baker took the ﬁrst step and knocked on the window. Sheriff’s Patrol Deputy John Green slid the window open, spoke with Baker a few seconds, and passed him an application. That’s how it began. Now, after his 34th year of service at the Great Darke County Fair, Deputy Baker has found himself at a crossroads in his career. He is now contemplating his next step with the Sheriff’s Patrol, an organization he has proudly served and enjoyed for so many years. Is retirement in his future? Baker, who is now 55-years-old, was on duty at his ﬁrst fair in 1981 at the age of 22. Since then he has looked forward to being on duty and meeting new people each year. He and his fellow Sheriff’s Patrol Deputies offer security at a few of the main entry gates at the fair, as well as patrol the grounds day and night throughout fair week. Baker remembers when things were very different in his earlier years at the fair. “We walked everywhere; there were no golf carts or other means of getting around. We also stood our posts at the gates, and our Deputy hats were always on. The hours seemed so much longer,” he explained. Baker also recalls special memories of reuniting lost children and parents, and help-

ing so many people find their way around the greatest Fair around. “I was there the night we had a tremendous explosion at the fair,” Baker remembers happening in the late 1980’s. “It was a very alarming event with some injuries, but everything worked out.” “When I do decide to leave the Patrol, the fair will never be the same,” Baker said. “People many times identify us by what we do, so me not being in uniform would just be a very different feeling.” Baker not only enjoys serving at the fair each August, but his home is also filled with a lot of historic fair memorabilia. His interest in history led him to collecting items from the fair in the late 1990’s, some of which are rare. He told The Early Bird one of his most prized possessions related to the fair is a late 1800’s or early 1900’s Darke County Agricultural Society Police badge. He also has approximately 25 posters from the fair dating back to 1913, some of which hang on the walls of his home. Along with serving on the Sheriff’s Patrol, Baker is also a full-time pastor at two Darke County churches. With that being said, it is obvious that he is a very busy man with a lot of obligations. His wife Michelle supports his decision of continuing to serve or retirement. “Either way is okay with her,” according to Baker. When asked when a decision will be made about his retirement, Baker said, “Everyone may have to wait until next August to see what my final decision will be, but it sure has been a blessing serving this great fair... and great county.”

GREENVILLE – “We are on time!” said Jon McGreevey, director of BOB Business ROBINSON Associate Editor Services & bluebagmedia.com Career Technology at Greenville High School. It was Aug. 27, the ﬁrst day of school for Greenville City Schools. Three buses were still enroute at 7:46 a.m.; classes were scheduled to begin at 7:49. All three had arrived and dropped off their students by 7:48. McGreevey, Assistant Principal Carl Brown and Principal Ken Neff were outside at different points in front of Greenville High School. Numerous alterations to student access had been made due to the ongoing construction work to the cafeteria addition. One of them included a different line-up for the buses, the vast majority of which typically arrived about 7:30. On Wednesday, however, they came in at different times, from about 7:20 to just before the beginning of class. “Not unusual for the ﬁrst few days,” McGreevey said. “There are always little glitches here and there; students aren’t at their stops on time, drivers may

Student Council members were at Greenville High School most of the day prior to ‘Day 1’ welcoming teachers and showing new students around the school. They generously allowed teacher Pete Ziehler to participate in their group picture. (Bob Robinson photo) Students on a mission… GHS Student Council members moved from room to room finding and welcoming their teachers back for the 2014 school year. (Bob Robinson photo) Student reactions to the beginning of the new school year are mixed; the theme, however, is the same: they aren’t ready! (Bob Robinson photo)

have to wait more in some areas than others.” There were other glitches as well; mostly minor ones. According to Neff the locked front door was supposed to automatically unlock with the ﬁrst bell. It didn’t. “I just unlocked the door,” he said when he came out of the building. He noted the fence around the cafeteria remodeling construction area; it helped resolve a concern about students being too close to arriving buses. “We’ll be able to keep students away from the buses

easier,” he said. He pointed to the new entrance to the current cafeteria where students traditionally wait until the bell allowing them to go to their lockers and classes. It had handicap access and was reached directly off the sitting area in front of the building. The front entrance also had a new handicap ramp. McGreevey said the Internet had gone down brieﬂy but it was now running. While other problems may materialize during the day, he was positive about

the high school’s readiness for the first day of classes. He also liked having a Greenville Resource Officer on campus. Following the last bus to arrive, the new resource officer, Jesse Osswald, and GPD Lt. Steve Strick arrived. Osswald laughed… I’m bringing Lt. Strick with me every day.” Strick laughed… of course, in addition to his other duties. All buses had arrived on time… not so for parent drop-offs. A few were still straggling in shortly after 8 a.m.

‘My brain doesn’t need expanding’ GREENVILLE – Reactions seemed to be unanim o u s … BOB none of the ROBINSON Associate Editor Greenville bluebagmedia.com High School students arriving early for Day 1 of the new school year wanted to be there. No. No. No. And no again. A few with a strong emphasis on NO! Reasons, however were mixed. One student was con-

cerned about the construction interfering with his nap time. “I don’t know where I’m going to take my nap,” he said, frustrated. Eventually he just shrugged his shoulders… “In class, I guess.” Another student looked at the construction in bewilderment. “This isn’t my school!” he said. “What have they done with my school?” As a sophomore this year, he says he’s a ‘seasoned’ veteran of ﬁrst day happenings… “I have

GREENV I L L E – “Manufacturing is what creates a midBOB ROBINSON dle class,” Associate Editor said Lisa bluebagmedia.com Wendel, Career Pathways Coordinator for the Darke County Economic Development Office. She has three primary duties; the one currently on the front burner is to plan for and promote National Manufacturing Day on Oct. 3. She said tenth graders will watch a movie in their own schools. They will learn how manufacturing drives the local economy. They make a good living, they spend money, “they keep the whole machine moving.” Part of the day will be spent finding out the careers available. They include engineering, marketing, skilled workers, administration and more. “Employers are looking for problem solvers… young people who are technologically savvy. This requires strong skills in the field.” Wendel added many employers will start someone at

an entry level, then pay for the opportunity to go to the next level. Tours of local manufacturing sites are also on the agenda for Oct. 3. Participating manufacturers so far are Whirlpool, GTI, BASF, Midmark and Ramco Electric Motors. Students will wrap up the day at Memorial Hall where a speaker will talk to them about career readiness for teens. Wendel took issue with the politicization of Common Core, saying it started as an effort among governors of various states to make standards similar across their states. “So transient kids will not have gaps in their education.” With the involvement of the federal government, it unfortunately became a political issue, she said. The list of standards still has the same expectations, one of which is the availability of vocational education. “Communities have the option to choose speciﬁc content areas as long as those standards are met.” National Manufacturing Day addresses the student who has no

the books I bought at the fair… if it gets boring I’ll have something to read.” Others were still talking about the fair; they hadn’t completed the letdown process… four days earlier they were still walking the fairgrounds. “Summer went by too fast,” said a junior. The sophomore sitting next to him responded by saying, “When you get old it goes by faster.” He got a punch on the arm for his unsolicited comment.

Four students were sitting together about 7:15. Two were animatedly talking. One was checking out his iPhone and one was downright grumpy. They were four of the “no’s.” Was there any interest at all in the educational journey, expanding their brain power, learning new things, taking part in the high school experience… “My brain doesn’t need expanding!” came the heated reply.

Manufacturing drives the local economy

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desire to do more book learning; college work. “They want to work with their hands,” Wendel said. “Vocational training gives them that choice.” The focus is to let students know this area can provide a “very satisfactory living,” and to change community perception. “Factory work is not the dirty, noisy atmosphere it is perceived to be.” Regarding the politicized impact of Common Core, it is neither good nor bad. “It will neither save the world nor ruin it.” While National Manufacturing Day has been her primary focus (it’s almost ready to go), Wendel has two additional

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priorities. The next is to expanding job shadowing opportunities for students and building a comprehensive internship program. The other is to organize a career fair in every school in the county. “I’m in the planning process for these two,” she said. As Career Pathways Coordinator, Wendel is responsible for one of the three primary focuses of the Economic Development Ofﬁce: Emerging Workforce (schools). A second focus is the one in partnership with Greenville City Schools through its Career Technology program. It targets the currently working adults who want to reach a higher skill level. The third is the “Taking Charge of Your Life” classes conducted by Lorie Simpson, with follow-up counseling upon completion. This targets the under-skilled and under-employed individual. In effect for about a year, the program boasts a 70 percent success record… one which has attracted the attention of Columbus and the state of Indiana.

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suspect left and allegedly returned about a half hour later with Dispennette and other unidentified subjects. Karnaham picked up the hammer; Dispennette said to put the hammer down so they could talk. As soon as Karnaham did, Wilkerson started throwing punches and Dispennette picked up the hammer and started swinging at him. Karnaham said he remembered Wilkerson falling down, then Dispennette struck him with the hammer. A second victim, Hayley Phenia, corroborated Karnaham’s story, then added after Dispennette struck Karnaham he threw the hammer at her, hitting her in the back. She had a large swollen welt on her left shoulder blade. The hammer was found at 409 E. Fourth St. The two suspects were not located. The report will be sent to the Prosecutor’s office for Felonious Assault charges. JUVENILE On Aug. 21 police observed a vehicle at North Park at 10 p.m., which is after the park was closed. The officer attempted to flag the driver down but was ignored, so he made a traffic stop. As the officer approached the ve-

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hicle he could smell the strong odor of marijuana. In the vehicle were a male driver, a male juvenile front seat passenger and two passengers in the back seat: a male, Cameron Walker, and a female juvenile. The driver was unlicensed and the vehicle was registered to Walker’s father. The odor of marijuana continued to get stronger as the officer spoke with the individuals. They denied having any marijuana in the vehicle. The officer observed, in plain view, a clear glass device with a burnt green leafy substance inside of it. The occupants were asked to exit the vehicle while the officer conducted a ‘probable cause’ search. A blue and white glass pipe containing burnt residue was located in the center console; and two containers were located on the rear floorboard. The driver was cited for Driving without a Valid Driver’s License and Walker was cited for Wrongful Entrustment and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. On Aug. 20 police were on patrol when the officer observed an altercation on the front porch of a residence. A male individual had blood running down his face from an injury to his mouth. He told police he had slapped his daughter in a disciplinary manner because of the way she was talking to some people at the residence. The daughter got angry and hit him hard enough to make his lip bleed. The juvenile admitted to hitting him several times. The father said he did not wish to give a statement; however due to the injury and the officer’s observations, the daughter was cited for Domestic Violence. The father said he would leave the residence briefly to calm down and that his daughter could stay there. Police determined there was no need to contact Juvenile Court. On Aug. 15 at 3:36 a.m. police responded to a call about a male and female yelling. The officer observed one male and three females in the area of Emmitt B. Smith Park. The officer made contact with the male and one female; the other two were observed running away. They were told to stop but kept running. A second male was found hiding. The girl, a juvenile, was cited for Curfew. The first male left the area. The male who was hiding gave the police the identities of the two girls who ran and said they had been drinking. Police made contact with

the first girl at her residence. She was observed to be highly intoxicated. She said she was 13 and admitted to drinking alcoholic beverages at the park. She was cited for Curfew Violation and Underage Drinking. The mother was present as the officers spoke with the juvenile. They went to the residence of the second girl and were told she hadn’t yet returned home. The mother was told to contact police when the girl returned, which she did at 6:40 a.m. The girl admitted she ran away from the officers and had stolen a bottle of vodka from Walmart. She was cited for Underage Consumption and Curfew Violation. She was also advised she might be charged with theft if Walmart wished to pursue charges. On Aug. 19 police responded to Walmart, 1501 Wagner Ave., regarding a juvenile shoplifter. The male was stopped, police contacted and items returned. He was given a Misdemeanor citation for Theft and released to his mother. The Walmart security officer advised the juvenile would not be trespassed from the store. OVI On Aug. 24 police responded to McDonalds, 1301 Wagner Ave., regarding a possible domestic altercation. The female said Austin Barron had left the area and they were only arguing; however she didn’t want him following her home. She described the vehicle he left in; police saw it turning behind the old K-Mart building and conducted a traffic stop. The officer noted a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on him, bloodshot eyes and slurring of speech. Barron stated he’d had a beer and a half. He did poorly on the field sobriety test, subsequently was arrested for OVI. At the police station his breath test measured .09. He was placed under Administrative License Suspension and released to his mother. VEHICLE THEFT On Aug. 15 police were dispatched to the Police Department regarding a vehicle theft. The victim, Timothy Miller, said an unknown person had taken his vehicle without his consent. He had parked his vehicle at 117 E. Fifth St. before work; when he returned that evening it was gone. Miller said Dayton police had contacted him about his vehicle and asked him to go to Greenville police to make a report. The officer contacted

Dayton police and was advised they had seen a suspicious vehicle and found Zachariah Browning passed out in the driver’s seat. They found Brianna Morris in the area and she admitted she’d also been in the vehicle. The Dayton ofﬁcer said the steering column had been torn apart and there was front end damage to the vehicle. There was a screwdriver in Browning’s back pocket. Both parties were charged with drug offenses; Browning was also charged with Receiving Stolen Property. The police advised where the vehicle could be picked up. WARRANTS On Aug. 22 police were dispatched to the Darke County Courthouse regarding an arrest warrant for Kaleal J. Ester. He was originally sentenced to Anger Management classes for a disorderly conduct charge. The warrant was for not completing the classes. He was arrested and taken to Darke County jail to serve three days. On Aug. 19 police were dispatched on a domestic call which involved no action; however Jonathan Mikesell was arrested on an unrelated tax warrant by GPD for failure to appear on his arraignment. He was transported to Darke County jail on a $525 bond. EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved. Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see. The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

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GMCB presents Across the Pond

Student Council members were at Greenville High School most of the day prior to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Day 1â&#x20AC;&#x2122; welcoming teachers and showing new students around the school. They generously allowed teacher Pete Ziehler to participate in their group picture. (Bob Robinson photo)

GHS busy with last-minute preparations BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR www.bluebagmedia.com GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Some laughed on occasion, a few sauntered up and down the halls to their planned destination, and others rushed from one location to another. Activity was frenzied; last minute things needing to be done by dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s end. The phone rang constantly and new students â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with parents â&#x20AC;&#x201C; were asking directions to speak to someone about enrolling. There was laughter down the hall, then about 15 students rounded the cornerâ&#x20AC;Ś two of them with metal carts stacked with cookies and other treats. It was Aug. 26, a typical â&#x20AC;&#x153;day before the ďŹ rst day of schoolâ&#x20AC;? at Greenville High School, with one exceptionâ&#x20AC;Ś there was still construction going on. An industrial ďŹ&#x201A;oor fan was keeping the hallway cool; teachers and students went about their business with construction people doing last minute electrical, phone and miscellaneous work in various rooms and moving from one area to another. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The construction company did everything they could to make this happen (be

Students on a missionâ&#x20AC;Ś GHS Student Council members moved from room to room finding and welcoming their teachers back for the 2014 school year. (Bob Robinson photo)

ready for the ďŹ rst day of school),â&#x20AC;? said Denise Cook. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were really nice. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done their job; we have to make it look pretty.â&#x20AC;? Lisa Beasecker laughed a lot as she answered a seemingly endless parade of phone calls and students with parents coming into the new administrative area of the high school. Close by, also behind the counter, Tiffany Labig was doing the same thing. Beasecker said they were able to start moving a few things into the ofďŹ ce about eight days earlier. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not quite ready yet, but getting there,â&#x20AC;? she added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lots of boxes to unpack.â&#x20AC;? Is this the administrative area she had envisioned when the plans were drawn up for her section of the high

school? She said it was, then added â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to be great once it gets done.â&#x20AC;? There was loud talking and laughter down the hall, around the corner. It was coming from Student Council members. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re welcoming back the teachers,â&#x20AC;? said one student. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And we arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leaving until all the teachers have been welcomed.â&#x20AC;? More student council members were at the other end of the buildingâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x153;We split up,â&#x20AC;? said a young lady. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Half are giving tours to the new students.â&#x20AC;? Were they looking forward to the new school year? â&#x20AC;&#x153;No!â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Yeah!â&#x20AC;? Then â&#x20AC;&#x153;well, kinda.â&#x20AC;? One student said she was excitedâ&#x20AC;Ś then the group was off to ďŹ nd another teacher.

Authorities make arrest after violent robbery near Greenville DARKE COUNTY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce arrested 28-year-old Delphus R. Peace on Aug. 27 in Greenville in connection with a violent robbery that occurred at a small engine repair shop located at 5740 Jaysville St. Johns Road in just east of Greenville. Peace was booked in to the Darke County jail for Aggravated Robbery, Felonious Assault and Drug TrafďŹ cking pending formal charges upon review by the Darke County Prosecutorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s OfďŹ ce. He is suspected of entering the repair shop sometime around 5 p.m. on Aug. 25, striking the 63-year-

Delphus R. Peace

old male owner in the head with a wood handle multiple times then stealing his wallet and cash. Peace is believed to have left the victim unconscious and bleeding on the ďŹ&#x201A;oor with a serious head injury. The victim was transported by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital with numerous severe injuries. The Darke County Crime Stoppers imme-

diately issued a $1,000 reward for any information to help investigators receive tips to make an arrest in the case. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So proud of my staff!!! They worked non-stop to make this arrest,â&#x20AC;? Darke County Sheriff Toby Spencer posted on Facebook following the arrest. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank you Darke County for supporting us! We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it with out your support!â&#x20AC;? To report criminal activity in your area contact the Darke County Crime Stoppers tipline at 937-547-1661 or submit a tip online at darkecountycrimestoppers. com/tips. You may remain anonymous.

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4-H CLUB NEWS Canine Capers On Aug. 11, Canine Capers held their monthly meeting. Pledges were led by Zac B. (Pledge of Allegiance) and Tatum B. (4-H pledge). Roll call was asking what our favorite fair food is. We talked about what we need to do for fair to prep and get ready. Mercedes Geesaman, reporter

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OBITUARIES SHAW – Corey Shaw,

52, of Morris, passed Veteran IL, away Sunday, August 17, 2014 at The University of Chicago Medical Center from complications of Amyloidosis,

IN MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory Michael J & Cynthia “Cindy” Studabaker Killed by a drunk driver eight years ago while driving home after attend an Ohio State football game. Sadly missed by Catherine and John Studabaker and family

a rare ailment he fought for nearly two years. Born December 13, 1961 in Idaho Falls, Idaho where he was raised and educated. Corey joined the Air Force after High School, and while enroute to an assignment, he met Donna Mestemaker, an Ohio native who, while beginning a vacation, boarded the plane Corey was on. She eventually would become his wife. In addition to his beloved wife of 32 years, Donna, he is survived by his daughters, Cari (Rick) Archer of Tampa, FL; and Tara Shaw of Morris, IL. His mother, Priscilla (nee Ball) Shaw of Idaho Falls; father, Dennis (LeeAnn) Shaw of Idaho Falls; grandmother, Helen Shaw Arbuckle of Idaho; two sisters, Denise (Shawn) Martin of the Boise, ID area and Diana (Dennis) Tracy of Idaho Falls; one brother, Kelly (Kellie Jo) Shaw of Idaho Falls. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Corey will

The Early Bird’s JULY CARRIER OF THE MONTH

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also be missed by the Mestemaker family, who thought the world of him, rallying with him through his difficult journey. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Gordon J. Shaw and maternal grandparents, Emer and Ina Ball. Corey, a self-employed race car designer and builder, enjoyed living in several locations in the U.S. throughout his adult years. He was formerly a resident of Virginia, Ill. and California (while serving our Country), Michigan and Idaho. He was a military buff who enjoyed several hobbies, including fishing (for fish and cats), camping, hunting, flying, cooking, sports cars and playing the trumpet. He loved his family immensely and will forever be proud of his daughters. A Memorial Service was held at the Immaculate Conception Church on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014 in Morris, Ill.

Eli Davidson grooms his sheep, No. 049, for his upcoming Open Class show. (Bob Robinson photo

Preble Countian does “well” in Darke County BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR www.bluebagmedia.com GREENVILLE – “I was raised in a sheep barn,” said Eli Davidson. The Preble County resident was grooming his 6-month-old Rambovillett for the coming show. The 20-yearold has been showing his sheep since he was six. “This was my dad’s 4H project since 1984; it just kind of spiraled into mine.” He added his dad had sheep from the time he was ten. He also has a cousin, nine, who is in 4H and works with sheep and goats. Davidson is no longer in 4H but still shows

Open Class. He swept that class at the Preble County Fair. “I had ﬁrst through fourth,” he said. The sheep he was grooming – her name is “049” – was the third place winner. Davidson noted there are 15 or 16 different breeds in the barn; they are either for wool or meat. His “049,” who was protesting regularly at being clipped and trimmed, is raised for her wool. “She’s six months old,” he added. “She’s just a baby.” Davidson said they’ve been at the Darke County Fair every year since 1992. “We’ve done well,” he noted, “but we haven’t swept this one.”

BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR www. bluebagmedia. com GREENVILLE – “We like the Darke County Fair; Left to right: Lake family members Kaitlyn, Aaron, we like the Nathan (hiding behind wire fence) and Ashley. In atmosphere,” front, two of the goats they showed at the Darke said Kathy County Fair. (Bob Robinson photo) Lake from Camden, a three seconds. The two small community in younger Lakes – Ashley southern Preble County. and Nathan – will also be The Lakes show goats… showing, with the youngone of the kinds with est showing this year for the ﬁrst time. ‘ears.’ All are dairy goats, Kathy said the LaMancha breed is the one with so they will be returnno ears. “Actually, they ing home with their Lake do have ears,” she said. family. Most of the goats “They are just very small, at this fair hadn’t yet so it’s hard to see them.” been shown. “We farm,” said Kathy. The Lakes show Toggenburgs and Oberhaslis, all “The goats are a hobby… part of an Alpine class. she (Kaitlyn) wanted to The ears stand up on their show.” She added they heads. There is also a are all home-schooled so breed where the ears ﬂop their day includes takdown. They pointed to ing care of the animals. examples of those on the Kathy added they’d been to the Darke County Fair other side of the barn. Kaitlyn, 16, Aaron, in the past, especially the 14, Ashley, 9 and Na- tractor pulls and the goat than, 6, were all prepar- shows. “We really enjoy ing to show goats they’d it.” The Lakes travel to a been working with the past year. The two old- number of shows each est started showing when year and the kids say they were eight. They they have fun doing it… did well this year at the all participate as soon as Preble County Fair, Kait- they are old enough, and lyn with Junior and Se- this will likely include the nior Dairy ribbons, plus baby in the family, curoverall Best of Show, and rently holding court in Aaron with a third and mom’s arms.

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Commissioner’s Corner August means the traditional end of summer, especially now that the fair is over. Hard to believe schools have started, and harvest time is not far behind. That also means cold weather is not far behind either. Aren’t we all looking forward to that? Quite a lot has happened this month in the county. Whirlpool, the new Greenville K-8 building, the Greenville High renovation, Reid Hospital, Jafe Glass, Village Green, and Koenig Equipment, are all in some stage of construction. The new jobs created by all this construction should give a huge boost to the county. Thanks to all of our great companies, and to all who made this possible. The Great Darke County Fair always provides a boost, not only economically, but psychologically as well. The Fair is always fun for all; no matter your age! The new barn received great reviews. The Fair Board, Bruns Construction, and Bud’s Electric and others are to be commended on

a job well done. Thanks for making this building a real showpiece! Thanks to everybody who went and enjoyed the fair, and the wonderful entertainment. As you can tell, Darke County continues to move along economically. Our workforce efforts are bearing fruit, and we will continue to get more results from this combined effort. The Darke County Solid Waste is now registering people for the ‘Scrap Tire Recycle’ Day, which will be held on Sept. 25. This event requires that you pre-register at their office, 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville, by Sept. 12. We want to extend an invitation to anyone that would want to attend a meeting. We meet every Monday and Wednesday publicly at 1:30 p.m. in our office, 520 South Broadway, Greenville. We are that nice building just south of the courthouse, so come on in and find out what is happening in your county. Hope to see you soon! The Darke County Commissioners

Students addressed in Washington, DC With school starting back up for most students our JOHN BOEHNER in U.S. REPRESENTATIVE a r e a , SPEAKER t h e r e OF THE HOUSE are a few things I’d like you to keep in mind this year. If you’re a high school junior in Ohio’s Eighth Congressional District who is interested in attending a Military Service Academy, you have until Oct. 31, 2014, to apply for a nomination from my office. Call (513) 779-5400 for more information. And college students – remember that internship applications for spring of 2015 are currently being accepted in my Ohio district offices and Washington, DC, Office. Spring applications are due by Nov. 1, 2014. Of course, to help all students pursue their education, the Republican-led House of Representatives has passed a number of bills this year to make tuition more affordable and college more accessible. This is, without a doubt, one of the most important things we can do to support hardworking families and fuel economic growth, and we’re going to keep working on it. “The University of Cincinnati and its over 42,000 students applaud the House of Representatives for taking bipartisan action to begin the reauthorization of the Higher Education Act,” says Santa J. Ono, President of the University of Cincinnati. “We are pleased that Congress is working to expand transparency for our students through the ‘Strengthening Transparency in Higher Education Act’ … we support efforts to bring greater transparency to higher education and provide more information to students making important decisions about postsecondary education options.” Our bills will: make it

easier for students to apply real-world skills and experience toward a college education; enhance student loan counseling; simplify the tax code to make paying for college easier – and more. On the consumertested College Dashboard that one of our House-passed bills creates, Michael Kabbaz, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success at Miami University, says: “The more information students and families can access in making college decisions, the more likely they are to make better choices that will lead to the success of those students.” And President of The Ohio State University, Dr. Michael V. Drake, says, “We are extremely pleased that [these] bills received bipartisan support in the U.S. House of Representatives. These actions will collectively work to strengthen transparency in the higher education system and empower college students at Ohio State and across the country.” But I’ve long said that the best way to help pay for college and deal with student loan debt is a job, which is why we’ve passed dozens of progrowth jobs bills in the Republican-led House of Representatives to get Big Government out of the way and help more Americans secure the American Dream. Those bills, however, sit stuck in the Democraticcontrolled Senate, and I continue to press Senate Democrats for more action on our 40+ Housepassed jobs bills that would grow our economy. Visit speaker.gov/ JOBS to learn more. So, again, as you head back to school, I hope you’ll remember these things. For information on all of this and more, I encourage you to visit the “Information for Students” page on my website, Boehner.House. Gov.

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Husband and father! Two titles that many people (mostly men) have. They are two titles that carry a lot of weight and mean many different things. As a husband I am: 1) Mr. Fixit (Or, Mr. I Think I Can Fixit But I Really Can’t – it’s a long name, but it best describes me.) 2) Counselor (better known as a Yes Ma’am Man. Her - “Do you think this is a good idea?” Me - “Yes Ma’am.” Never disagree even if you disagree.) 3) Decision Maker (Me – “Where do you want to go eat? Her – “I don’t care.” Me – “Okay, let’s go here. Her – “I don’t want that.” Me – “Yes ma’am.” 4) Vocal Coach (I give her vocal chords a good stretch - Huh? What did you say? is my tool – I heard her the ﬁrst time, but the more she uses her voice the more melodic it becomes.)

As a father I am: 1) Banker (I think that’s self-explanatory.) 2) Jailer (I don’t have prison cells in my house, but if it weren’t illegal I would consider it for my teen and pre-teen.) 3) Referee (If I had the jail cells I wouldn’t need this title.) 4) Sounding Board (I invite them to tell me their problems and concerns and give them the best advice I can – “Go ask your mom.”) Obviously this is a small representation of the burden I carry. I could give a full, comprehensive list of my responsibilities as a husband and father, but I’m not sure anyone (other than me) wants me to drone on and on about how wonderful I am. I did neglect to list one title that I have as both husband and father. I’m not all that thrilled with this one, but if it makes my girls happy I will gladly bear this torch. I am The Fall Guy (no, not the stuntman played by Lee Majors on television). If there is blame to be placed it usually ends up

on my shoulders. If my daughters do anything wrong it is ultimately my fault because, as my wife has reminded me on numerous occasions, it was my chromosome that made them girls. My daughters usually pass the blame when it will get them out of trouble with their mom or if it will help them “save face.” I don’t mind taking the blame to help my daughters avoid embarrassment as long as they don’t make me look like some kind of creepy old guy that goes around bullying little girls. That will obviously need an explanation. Let me paint a picture of the scene – Sunday night at the fair and my oldest daughter was waiting for me while I covered an event. I called her when I was done and told her to meet me. Her ﬁrst words were, “Can you get me some French Fries?” I said “Ask your mom,” which didn’t work because mom had already gone home. I bought the fries and I held them while she poured the season-

ing on top. I was shaking the fries to get the seasoning to the bottom when she bumped my hand. The fries landed on the ground. I watched her face as she contemplated what to do. I saw her eyes light up as she made her decision. I knew exactly what she was thinking and I had to stop her, “You’re not putting the fries back in that cup.” Her shoulders immediately slumped and that is when the blame game began. I don’t know how she ﬁgures that I knocked them out of her hand when I was holding the cup. Instead of arguing I walked away. She could have easily asked for a new cup of fries by saying she or I dropped them. That didn’t happen. With a tear in her eye and as if she was trying to quell her sobs, she points towards me and tells the vendor, “That MAN knocked my fries out of my hand.” She might as well have said, “That creepy old guy sneaked up behind me and with a sinister laugh smacked the fries out of my hand and ran off.”

Addressing Infant Mortality in Ohio A c cording to humanitarian organization Save the SHERROD Children, BROWN U.S. SENATOR the United States has the highest ﬁrst-day death rate for infants among industrialized countries – more than 11,000 babies die within 24 hours of their birth each year. It’s unthinkable. And each year in the U.S., there are more than 4,600 sudden unexpected infant deaths. What’s worse – Ohio is near the bottom compared with other states, ranking 48th in the nation for infant mortality and 50th for infant mortality among African Americans. In 2012, 1,047 babies died in Ohio before their ﬁrst birthday. This is unacceptable. There are also more than 25,000 stillbirths in the United States every year. Some of these tragic deaths can be attributed to birth defects, umbilical cord problems, infections, or a chronic medical condition suffered by the mother. But, there is no known cause for as many as half of all stillbirths. Families enduring these heart-

breaking losses are left in the dark. This week, I visited Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, the John R. Maloney Family Health and Wellness Center in Columbus, and Dayton Children’s Hospital to announce a plan to address infant mortality. I introduced the Sudden Unexpected Death Data Enhancement and Awareness Act because no parent should have to grieve the loss of a child with no answers and no help. This legislation would enhance and standardize a national reporting system to better track stillbirths and sudden unexpected infant and child deaths, allowing us to better identify risk factors to prevent them in the future. Enhanced and co-

ordinated tracking will help us gain a better understanding of the reason for these heartbreaking deaths and ensure that all children in Ohio and across the country have every opportunity to lead healthy and full lives. By working together on

all levels – local, state, and federal – to track these incidents and identify their causes, we can prevent many stillbirths and sudden unexpected infant and child deaths and help parents get the answers they deserve.

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Services EUM church offers fall classes – This aspect of your life. Join door of God’s strength. in the park fall,GREENVILLE * The Treasure PrinEUM Church is the Robertson family of GREENVILLE – A worship and praise service will be held Sept. 7, 14, 21 and 28, 3 p.m., at the Greenville City Park Band Shell. The services will be held to glorify Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. Everyone is welcome. The services and church focus on the 4 C’s – The Cross, The Christ, The Covenant, and The Commitment. Persons attending the ﬁrst service on Sept. 7 should bring a covered dish. Everything else will be provided. For more information, contact Pastor Terry Rex, 516-9155.

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O’Dell/Bentz plan to wed Sept. 6 ARCANUM – Ashton Leigh O’Dell and Wyatt Adam Bentz would like to announce their engagement and wedding. The couple was engaged on June 28, 2013. O’Dell is the daughter of Rob and Amy O’Dell, Arcanum. She is the granddaughter of John and Kathy Wiltshire, Tom and Bonnie Feitshans, Larry and Denise O’Dell and Bruce and Rebecca Lindamood. She is also the great granddaughter of H. Virginia O’Dell, al of Ohio. Ashton is a 2014 graduate of Edison College with an associate degree in medical coding and ofﬁce support. Bentz is the son of Eric and Angela Bentz, Union City, Ind. He is

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Church will resume meals ANSONIA – Ansonia United Methodist Church, corner of West High and Pearl Streets, Ansonia, will be starting to serve its Wednesday Night Fellowship Meals on Sept. 10, 5:30-6:30 p.m. The meals are free to the public; however, a donation is accepted. Church ofﬁcials are also asking for extra volunteers and maybe

a group or organization that would like to help them out in this ministry. Those who would like to help are asked to call the church ofﬁce and leave a message, 337-5781. Children preschool through sixth grade are urged to attend their Kid’s Club starting Sept. 24, 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Paula Moody, 547-1124.

Name: Owen Alexander Long Age: 3 years Birthday: Aug. 20, 2011 Parents: Lisa and Scott Long, of Hilliard Grandparents: Nina and the late Philip Leibfacher, Palestine, and Bob and Ruth Long, Morris Township, New Jersey Late Great-Grandparents: Kurt and Martha Leibfacher, Dayton, Zean and Louise Teaford, Palestine, Edward and Ann Long, Morristown (NJ), Albert and Margery Musson, Morristown (NJ).

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Swine Koolers This month Swine Koolers 4-H Club held its meeting on July 20. We began the meeting with the pledges which were led by Brett Goubeaux and Hannah Rammel. We then went on to committee reports. In this month’s committee reports we talked about junior fair nominations, swine show ring help at the fair, and we talked about our trip to Buschur’s dairy farm

on Aug. 3. We then moved on to new business. This month we talked about our decorations for the swine barn, how and when to write letters to potential buyers, and when to have our livestock in on Friday. Our president then adjourned the meeting. Our next meeting is on Aug. 3, at North Star Community Park. Samantha McAllister, reporter

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St. Peter’s Homecoming is 9/21 VERSAILLES – The historic St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran, located on St. Peter’s Road south of Versailles off of State Route 185 south, will host its annual Homecoming on Sept. 21. This year’s celebration will commemorate the 109th anniversary of the church’s closing. The day will begin with a Hog Roast dinner (pulled pork sandwich on a bakery fresh bun with au gratin potatoes, baked beans and delicious homemade apple crisp), prepared by Trinity of Versailles and served on the church lawn at 12:30 p.m. The cost is $10 with advanced reservations to J. R. Kelch, 105 Greenhaven Drive, Greenville, Ohio 45331 before Sept. 15. Special music will be provided by the Lance Family Singers at 1:45 p.m. A historic Hymn Sing and brief worship service will begin at 2 p.m. with Pastor Bob Akins of Trinity as the clergy for the day. The original pump

organ, which is over 125 years old, will be used for the service. Come and enjoy an autumn afternoon in the country where our ancestors walked and prayed. The St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church was founded in 1850 by a group of Prussian immigrants who settled around Webster, Ohio beginning in the early 1830’s. Because of this large German influx, the area became known as “Dutch Roost.” These rich forests became fertile fields and successful farms for the enterprising Germans who were eager to make this part of America their home. Most were staunch Lutheran in their religious upbringing and attended Friedens at Bloomer, some five miles away. While by today’s standards is not far, when the entire family walks to worship in all seasons the trip becomes much more daunting. By 1850 the families around Webster

began to plan for their own church. The log church was built on land donated by Fredrick Seibt and was centered in the settlement. The simple church later covered in clapboard, remains as they left it in 1905 when the preference for English over their native German was preferred for worship. St. Peter’s is believed to be the last log church in Wayne Township and possibly in Darke County. Today, St. Peter’s is on the National Register of historic buildings. While the descendents of those early German families are scattered all over the United States, a service is held once a year. This is a chance for reunions or perhaps more importantly a chance to step back and give thanks for those who walked these roads before us. Please join them as they celebrate their legacy, their story, in their home.

SERVING US MARIA STEIN – Air Force Airman 1st Class Benjamin S. Smith graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical ﬁtness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Com-

munity College of the Air Force. Smith is the son of Hala Knapke of Maria Stein, and Marc Smith of Merritt Island; and he is the step-son of Kevin Knapke of Maria Stein, and Kameron Smith of Merritt Island, Fla. He is also the brother of Tucker Smith of Maria Stein; and the nephew of Jenny Harry and Dave Marshall of Greenville. He earned a diploma in 2010 from Marion Local High School, Maria Stein, and an associate’s degree in 2014 from University Of Northwestern Ohio, Lima.

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Special guests at Senior Moments

Jane Wusik – Michael Anderson

Wusik and Anderson plan wedding GREENVILLE – Kenneth and Carolyn Anderson, of Greenville, are pleased to announce the engagement of their son, Michael Anderson to Jane Wusik, daughter of Mark and Regina Wusik, of Crown Point, Ind. The future bride, a 1996 graduate of Crown Point High School, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters of Science in Education from Purdue University. She is currently the program director for NECCO, a social services company located in Cincinnati. The future groom, a 1991 graduate of Greenville High School, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Toledo. He is currently a project engineer for Van Atta Engineering located in Centerville. The couple will wed this November at St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Cincinnati.

St. Paul’s Kick-off Sunday is 9/7 GREENVILLE – St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 201 S. Broadway, Greenville (also known as the church with the Red Doors), will be having its Kick-off Sunday on Sept. 7 and all are invited. The day will begin with Men and Women’s adult education, 9:30 a.m. The topic will be the history of the Nicene Creed. * Sunday school will be provided for children ages four through nine featuring “Veggie Tales” at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday.  The 10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist held each Sunday will be followed by a coffee hour with a new series of interest: Videos of the Holy Land. * Our “Flicks for the Soul” movie night is Sept. 7, 5 p.m., featuring the movie ‘Gran-Torino’. They will serve food and have discussion. Also in September:  The September Book Club will be reading the book Calico Joe by John Grisham. They will meet Sept. 28 to discuss the book. All are welcome. If you don’t want to come alone, bring your family or friends! For more information call the church ofﬁce at 548-5575.

CARD OF THANKS

On behalf of the Helen G. Eley family we would like to express our appreciation for the time before, during and after her death to the Arcanum Rescue, Sterling House Claire Bridge Home staff, State of the Heart Hospice of Greenville, Kreitzer Funeral Home, Pastor John Gilmore of United Methodist Church, Mens Brotherhood and ladies of the church that prepared and served lunch to our family and friends, along with the neighbors and their thoughtfulness. The Thelma Eley Family Glenn Eley

GREENVILLE – On Sept. 2, Senior Moments special guests will be First Century Ministries. Wade & Jennifer Burleigh will present live drama, demonstrations, songs, music and a dose of humor. You may bring your cameras and stay afterwards to inspect the art and tools and visit with Wade and Jennifer. This presentation will leave a mark on your heart never to be forgotten. Senior Moments meet at Greenville Church of the Brethren, 421 Central Ave. Greenville, 2 p.m. Everyone is invited to

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join them for an afternoon of music, entertainment, food and fellowship. A $3 snack ticket is available at the door for those interested.

Swallow will head women’s retreat VERSAILLES – A women’s retreat entitled “Do Whatever He Tells You” will be held Oct. 18 at the Versailles K of C Hall, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a light breakfast and lunch. The presentation will be led by Jill Swallow of The Consecrated Women of Regnum Christi. Pre-registration is encouraged. To preregister, make your $15 check payable to St. Denis Church and mail it to: Jean Grieshop, 37 Hiawatha Street, Versailles, Ohio 45380. The ticket price will be $18 at the door. Questions may be directed to Jean, 4678245 (gjgrieshop@ roadrunner.com) or Judie, 526-4819 (rjstauffer@embarqmail. com). Jill is a native of Versailles and member of St. Denis Church until she made her ﬁrst vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience on Aug. 25, 2001 at Mater Ecclesiae College in Rhode Island (a formation center for consecrated women). She received a bachelor’s degree in Religious and Pastoral Studies then served the next four years as a dean of students for the freshman and sophomore classes. In June of 2009, Jill was assigned to the Ohio Valley region (based out of Cincinnati) to give spiritual

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support and formation to the young women and families involved in Regnum Christi, Challenge and Pure Fashion. During her time there she offered spiritual direction to individual women, led various retreats and camps, spoke at many Catholic events, in which she often sang. She has also directed the choir and has recorded a Christmas CD as part of the Regnum Christi community. Jill perpetually renews her vows and since July has taken the position of Formation Director at Everest Academy; a girl’s school in the Clarkston, Michigan. Regnum Christi’s mission is to bring Christ’s redemptive message to every heart, and to imbue every human endeavor with the spirit of the Gospel. Its mission is to extend Christ’s Kingdom in full collaboration with the Church and its bishops. Regnum Christi’s goals and activities are primarily spiritual, transcendent, and salviﬁc. To learn more about Regnum Christi, visit www.regnumchristi. com.

East Main hosts Praise in the Park GREENVILLE – The East Main Church of Christ, 419 E. Main St., Greenville, will be hosting its annual “Praise in the Park” service on Sept. 7, 10:30 a.m., at the Marling Band Shell in the Greenville City Park. Special musical guests will be the contemporary Christian band “Radiant” from Richmond, Ind. Childcare will be provided and a love offering will be taken during the program. There will be a potluck “Fellowship Picnic” that everyone is invited to attend following the service at Shelter #3. Radiant began as a worship team at their local church in Richmond. After developing chemistry together, the ﬁve member band produced their ﬁrst full length album entitled New Start. To date, the band has played with Grammy-nominated groups such as “Leeland” as they continue to spread the hope of Jesus through the ministry God has blessed them with. Radiant seeks to glorify Jesus

through inspiring worship in their energized performances. They strive to “radiate” love to all those in attendance and inspire “worship as a lifestyle rather than simply a song.” For more information, the church may be contacted at 547-1557.

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COVINGTON – AWANA will begin Sept. 3 at Stillwater Community Church (SCC), 7900 Sugar Grove Road, Covington. Classes will meet 6:30-8:10 p.m. They will have a Carnival Night on Sept. 3 that will include games, jumpies, and fun stuff. Parents can bring the kids and sign them up while the kids have some great fun; you will be able to learn about our AWANA program. SCC’s AWANA clubs are for children three years old to sixth grade. For More information, call 473-5270.

CHURCH & SOCIAL EUM Church continues to grow, adding fifth worship service BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER www. bluebagmedia. com GREENV I L L E - When a church adds a second worship service, it usually means things are going well and the congregation is growing. When a Visit EUM Church online at eumchurch.org or follow them on Facebook and church adds Twitter for information, photos and updates. (Clinton Randall photo) a fifth service, that just speaks for at that time was in des- attend the children’s itself. This is the case perate need of leader- ministry every Sunday at the EUM Church in ship changes to help get morning. “That is larger than people back in the seats. Greenville. most United Methodist Before moving on to The church has churches,” he added. another church in 2011, elected to add a third In addition to worPastor Lyle had helped contemporary service ship services, EUM put together a growto its Sunday schedule offers its members ing church and saw the beginning Sept. 7. Currently the church holds building of the Sater study groups, proa Saturday evening Street worship center grams, classes and sevcontemporary service in April 2010 that seats eral events to “keep the people in touch with at 6:30 p.m. which will approximately 475. Christ”. After immediately stay the same. Sunday “Everyone who taking over in 2011, morning worship sercomes through the Pastor Harper convices will have some doors of our church tinued the progress changes however. The traditional service, cur- of reaching out to the feels loved for who they rently at 8:15 a.m., will community and leading are and where they are not only change time, EUM Church to become in their life,” Harper but also location. The the “biggest church in concluded. EUM’s worship serservice will now begin Darke County”. vices are a come as “It is not about EUM, at 9:45 a.m. and be held you are type of service, it’s about the kingdom at EUM’s downtown meaning there is no of Christ,” Harper said. campus on Devor Street dress code or rules on “If we can help other in Greenville. This will attire. The downtown churches grow, that is make way for a third campus is located at 111 our mission before anySunday contemporary Devor Street in Greenthing else.” service with are all held Today EUM fills it’s ville. Their worship at the Sater Street worworship center nearly center is at 1451 Sater ship center. The new each week and has a Street. To learn more times for each service staff of 27, four of which about EUM Church call are 9, 10:30 and 11:59 are ordained or licensed their office at 937-548a.m. You read it right, pastors. According to 3211 or visit the official 11:59 a.m. According Harper, an average of website at eumchurch. to Senior Pastor Jeff org. approximately 200 kids Harper, the time keeps all three as morning services, even by just 60 seconds. “We are simply running out of room,” Harper said. “ The GREENVILLE – Kick Friend Sunday will be new service will open up some seats for any off your fall the right way… free popcorn, balloons, newcomers that walk with FRIENDS! First freebies, lots of informaPresbyterian Church, 114 tion about First Presthrough the doors.” Rev. Bill Lyle took E. Fourth St., Greenville, byterian Church and its over as the pastor of invites you to church on various ministries, and EUM in 1997 after Sept. 7, for Friend Sun- tons of friendly faces to coming to Ohio from day. This is also their fellowship with! They California. The church Fall Kick-Off, when Sun- invite everyone to bring day School starts back a friend, even if you have up at 9:30 a.m. and wor- never visited First Presship returns to 10:30 byterian Church before. a.m. Following worship This will be a day to celthat morning, they will ebrate all friends. be serving free hot dogs Also available on GREENVILLE – First and hamburgers fresh Friend Sunday is one of Congregational Chris- off the grill with lettuce the last opportunities tian Church, 115 West salads, potato chips and to register to win a free Fifth St., is excited to an- cookies. iPad. The drawing will be nounce their BBQ ChickAlso available on held on Sept. 14 at First en Dinner Fundraiser in Presbyterian Church folconjunction with a nonlowing worship (during traditional time of worCoffee Hour) at approxiship at J&J Enterprises mately 11:30 a.m. One Party Facility, 3875 St. registration per person; Rt. 502, Greenville. Worstaff members, deacons ship begins at 10:30 a.m. DARKE COUNTY and elders are not elion Sept. 14 and also in- - Join a Darke County gible; registration form cludes the Awana year Parks’ Naturalist on must be completed and kick-off. Monday, Sept. 8 at 7 legible to qualify. Chicken dinner tick- p.m. for a relaxing hike Reservations are beets must be purchased through the “back 40” ing taken now to help in advance at FCCC or prairie. These grassland make sure they provide from any member of the ecosystems don’t stretch enough food; please church. It is suggested for miles as they once stop by the church office to call ahead at 548-3575 did so don’t miss this Monday through Friday, to make sure someone opportunity to “wander” 9 a.m.–4 p.m. to make is in the office for ticket through and see what your reservations, or call pick up. You can also flowers are in bloom, 548-3188. contact Betsy Erwin at what birds are active Do You Need A 417-6998 to purchase. and what butterflies are The cost is $7 per ticket feeding. Bring your camSinus Formula and the meal includes era and/or binoculars That Really Works? BBQ chicken, chips, ap- as there is always someGo to plesauce and a roll from thing exciting to experiPaul’s BBQ. Pop and ence. Meet at the front of water will be available the Nature Center. • Low Prices • Free Delivery for 50 cents. Deadline to For more information purchase tickets is Sept. call the Nature Center Store Hours: M•T•W 10-5 Fri. 10-6 Sat. 10-12 Closed Th & Sun 7. at 937-548-0165 or visit 937-447-7705 Meals can be picked our website at www. 8736 Gettysburg SE Rd. 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Sixth grader Ty Ferguson makes diving tackle in home opener against Springboro Panthers. (Clinton Randall photo)

GYFL hosts home opener Lady Jets down, but improving daily for 2014 season Coach Scott Howell is expecting big things from sophomore goal keeper Allyson Masterson this year. (Ryan Berry photo)

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER GREENVILLE – The Greenville Youth Football League (GYFL) teams played their home opener of the 2014 season Saturday, Aug. 23 at the Greenville High School in week two against the Panthers of Springboro. With the temperatures near 90 degrees and the humidity making it even hotter, the kids were allowed

several water breaks to ensure they did not suffer from dehydration or any other heat-related illnesses. The youngsters travel to Miamisburg Sept. 6 to do battle with the Wee Vikes. Visit the GYFL website at leaguelineup.com/ gyﬂ for season schedules and much more. Log on to bluebagmedia.com for an exclusive photo gallery from the games.

NASCAR returns to Eldora in 2015 ROSSBURG — The NASCAR Camping World Truck Series will return to Eldora Speedway in 2015. Ofﬁcials from Eldora and NASCAR announced that Wednesday, July 22 will be the third annual 1-800-CARCASH Mud Summer Classic at the legendary high-banked, half-mile dirt oval in rural Ohio. Eldora maintains its position as the only dirt track on any of the 2015 NASCAR National Series calendars. Pricing for tickets and campsites will remain consistent with previous years and the Speedway’s concessions will again offer the best value in professional sports, which includes $1 Coca-Cola products and $2 beer. The announcement, which coincided with

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BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR www.bluebagmedia.com PITSBURG – After a deep run into the playoffs last year for the Franklin Monroe Lady Jets soccer team and exceeding many of the team’s goals, this year may not be as successful. Coach Scott Howell admits his team is down a little bit this year. Noticeably absent from this year’s roster will be the school’s alltime leading scorer, Allison Manning, a 2014 graduate. It will take a team effort and an enormous effort from last year’s second highest scorer on the team, sophomore Bryanna Diceanu for this team to get back on track. Joining Diceanu in that effort will be this year’s seniors, Jordan Stickley, Ashton Shellabarger, Allison Flora, and Jenna King. All of them will be leaned on for their leadership and skill on the ﬁeld. Only two freshmen, Nychelle Cool and Rayna Horner, are joining this

With the Jets all-time leading scorer, Allison Manning, graduated, sophomore Bryanna Diceanu will carry the bulk of the workload as the team’s center forward. (Ryan Berry photo)

Freshman Rayna Horner battles with a National Trail defender for the ball. (Ryan Berry photo)

year’s team, but both are good quality players. In limited pre-season action, Horner and Diceanu showed ﬂashes of what fans can expect on a regular basis later in this season and in the next couple of years. Howell believes the more the two forwards work together the better they will become. The lack of work in the off season may mean a slow start for the Jets. They were originally scheduled to play 15 games this summer, but

due to vacations and a shortage of players the team was only able to get in ﬁve games. The shortage of players will continue into the regular season. The Lady Jets will have two substitutes available on the sideline. That number will be reduced to one for the ﬁrst two games of the season. Ashton Shellabarger will be out both of those games due to an injury in a scrimmage. She is expected to return for their Sept. 4 game with Newton at home.

Howell believes his team will improve the more they work together. “We are going to work on basics,” he said. “I expect to improve daily.” Who does the coach believe will shine this year? Without hesitation his response was sophomore Allyson Masterson. Masterson started every game as goal keeper during her freshman year and Howell believes she is better equipped this year. He noted she has worked hard to learn the position and should do real well this year. Additional team members include juniors Cassie Shellabarger and Hannah Staton, and sophomores Jessica Hinshaw, Beth Kirkpatrick, and Saige Morrie. The Lady Jets took a 3-0 win in their season opener against National Trail on Aug. 28. Senior Jordan Stickley led the Jets with two goals. Allyson Flora, senior, hit a header in the eighth minute to get the Jets on the board and score the ﬁrst goal of the season.

Greenville’s Guillozet on track to break school record BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER GREENVILLE Greenville’s Clayton “Clay” Guillozet, is on track to break the 26 year long career passing yards school record this season. Clay, who is only in his junior year of high school, is just 555 yards shy of beating the 2792 yard record set by Marty Wood in the 1988 football season. Guillozet took over as the starting QB early at halftime of the second game his freshman year. Since then he has helped turn the team around and rack up 2238 passing yards. “Our blocking and receiving squad have all worked hard to make our offense successful,” Clay said. “I am only focusing on helping get the team wins this season and if I beat the record, that would be a huge bonus!” Guillozet told The Early Bird he is also fortunate to have a head coach that believes in him and has developed a program the kids all buy into. “Clay’s work ethic is second to none,” Greenville varsity head football coach Aaron Shaffer stated. “He has a God given talent that he maximizes through that work ethic and it rubs off on the rest of the team.” “Though it will be an awesome accomplish-

Greenville quarterback junior Clay Guillozet completes pass in scrimmage against Coldwater. (Clinton Randall photo)

ment for Clay if he beats the record, the guys all keep it on a team level,” Shaffer added. “When you put the team ﬁrst, personal accolades will follow.” Clayton has a solid support system that adds to his success. His mom and dad attend and cheer him on at all of his games during the football and basketball seasons. “Win or lose they keep me positive and make sure I stay humble,” Clay concluded. He is not just a star on the ﬁeld, Clay has

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set in their senior year at Greenville. Though he stayed humble with his prediction, Clay said that he and his teammates deﬁnitely are excited about the 2014 season and look to not only having a winning season, but success in the playoffs. Clay and the Green Wave opened their season Friday in Eaton where they looked to avenge the 40-13 loss at the hands of the Eagles last year at home. See the ﬁnal score and photos from the game at bluebagmedia.com.

Baseball tryout set GREENVILLE – Greenville American Legion Baseball will be holding a tryout for the 2015 season on Sept. 7, 5 p.m. Please be there 30 minutes early to register. They are looking for players in grades 9-12.

The tryout will be held at GTI Field at Sater Ballpark. Contact Eric Blumenstock, 564-8558, if you have any questions or to schedule an alternate or private tryout.

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The Pick 6 week 2 preview DARKE COUNTY – With week one of the 2014 season in the books, Darke County football is in full swing going into week two on Friday. In the Cross Country Conference, Arcanum will travel to Miami County to face the heavily favored Covington Buccs who have dominated the conference the last several years. However, if any team in Darke County has a shot at Covington Coach Powers’ Trojans are it! The Ansonia Tigers head to Lewisburg to do battle with the Panthers of Tri-County North. While the Blackhawks hope to take the sting

out of the Bees as they travel to Bethel High School. Home games include the Versailles Tigers hosting Valley View and the Greenville against Tippecanoe who outscored the Wave last season 42-14 in Tipp City. Be sure to visit bluebagmedia.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter for Friday night ﬁnal scores and photos. Don’t forget to submit your picks each week in the new Pick 6 Pigskin Challenge for a chance at weekly prizes from Hot Head Burritos and Montage Cafe. Plus, have a shot at winning a brand new 32” TV from Walmart!

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The Mississinawa Valley Blackhawks look to be on an upswing after their first ever win against Ansonia last year. (Clinton Randall photo)

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FOOTBALL Sept. 5 .........vs. Valley View ............................... 7:30 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........@ Tiffin Distance Carnival (HS only) ......8 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 4 .........vs. New Bremen .............................5:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Russia .......................................... 10 a.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 4 .........vs. New Bremen .............................4:30 p.m. GIRLS GOLF Sept. 4 .........@ New Bremen ...............................4:30 p.m.

MISSISSINAWA VALLEY

FOOTBALL Sept. 5 .........@ Bethel ........................................7:30 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........Union City Invitational ....................... 10 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 2 .........@ National Trail ..............................5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 .........vs. Miami East ...............................5:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........Randolph Southern Invitational ...........9 a.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 2 .........@ Newton ...........................................4 p.m. Sept. 4 .........vs. Ansonia ....................................4:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Joe Middleton Tournament ..........8:30 a.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

TRI-VILLAGE

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........@ Troy Invitational ...............................9 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 2 .........@ Covington...................................5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 .........@ Bethel ........................................5:30 p.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 2 .........@ Franklin Monroe ..............................4 p.m. Sept. 4 .........@ Bethel .............................................4 p.m. Sept. 6 .........Joe Middleton ................................8:30 a.m. GIRLS GOLF Sept. 2 .........@ Franklin Monroe ..............................4 p.m. Sept. 5 .........@ Winchester ......................................5 p.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........@ Troy Invitational ...............................9 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 2 .........@ Tri-County North .........................5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 .........vs. National Trail ............................5:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Troy Christian ................................ 10 a.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 2 .........vs. Tri-Village .................................4:30 p.m. Sept. 5 .........@ Newton ......................................4:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........Joe Middleton Invitational ..............8:30 a.m. GIRLS GOLF Sept. 2 .........vs. Tri-Village .................................4:30 p.m. BOYS SOCCER Sept. 4 .........vs. Newton..........................................7 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Lehman Catholic..............................1 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER Sept. 4 .........vs. Newton..........................................5 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Lehman Catholic............................ 11 a.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

ANSONIA

FOOTBALL Sept. 5 .........@ Tri-County North ......................... 7:30 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........@ Union City Inv. .................................9 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Aug. 30 ........Varsity Tournament @ Bradford .......... 10 a.m. Aug. 30 ........JV Tournament @ Mississinawa ........... 10 a.m. Sept. 2 .........vs. Bethel ......................................5:30 p.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 2 .........vs. National Trail .................................4 p.m. Sept. 4 .........@ Mississinawa (Winchester GC) ..........4 p.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

ARCANUM

FOOTBALL Sept. 5 .........@ Covington...................................7:30 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........@ Brookville Invitational .................9:30 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 4 .........vs. Twin Valley South ......................5:30 p.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 2 .........@ Bethel ........................................4:30 p.m. Sept. 4 .........@ Bradford .........................................4 p.m. Sept. 5 .........vs. Ansonia .........................................4 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Tri-Village Classic .......................8:30 a.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

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FOOTBALL Sept. 5 .........vs. Tippecanoe....................................7 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 ........@ Brookville Invitational .................8:30 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 2 .........@ Graham ......................................5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 .........@ Lebanon .....................................5:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Troy Invitational ...............................9 a.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 3 .........vs. West Milton (reserves) ....................4 p.m. Sept. 4 .........@ Piqua ..............................................4 p.m. GIRLS GOLF Sept. 3 .........vs. Piqua ............................................4 p.m. Sept. 4 .........vs. Wayne/Winchester ....................3:30 p.m. GIRLS TENNIS Sept. 2 .........@ Vandalia-Butler ...............................4 p.m. Sept. 3 .........vs. Brookville ......................................4 p.m. Sept. 6 .........Reserve Tournament ............................9 a.m. BOYS SOCCER Sept. 2 .........vs. Lebanon ........................................6 p.m. Sept. 6 .........vs. Celina ......................................... 10 a.m. GIRLS SOCCER Sept. 4 .........vs. Fairborn ........................................6 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Lebanon ................................... 11:45 a.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

BRADFORD

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........@ Spencerville ....................................9 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 2 .........@ Twin Valley South ........................5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 .........Tri-County North at Bradford ...........5:30 p.m. Sept. 6 .........@ Cedarville ..................................... 11 a.m. BOYS GOLF Sept. 2 .........@ Covington........................................4 p.m. Sept. 4 .........Arcanum@ Bradford ............................4 p.m. --------------------------------------------------------------

UCCHS

FOOTBALL Sept. 5 .........UCCHS @ Union County HS CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 6 .........Union City Invitational ....................... 11 a.m. VOLLEYBALL Sept. 4 .........vs. Tri JH/HS .......................................6 p.m. BOYS TENNIS Sept. 2 .........vs. Tri JH/HS ..................................4:30 p.m. Sept. 3 .........vs. South Adams JH/HS .......................5 p.m. Sept. 4 .........vs. Centerville HS ................................5 p.m.

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50th anniversary blood drives

Public invited to annual Prairie Days event held at Shawnee Prairie Sept. 27-28.

Prairie Days set for Sept. 27-28 DARKE COUNTY - Prairie Days is right around the corner, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 28 from 12-5 p.m. Come enjoy a weekend celebrating prairies and the pioneer way of life. See apple butter being made over the ﬁre, play children’s pioneer games, take a horse and wagon ride, compete in foot races and seed-spitting contests, view local artists’ works, listen to and enjoy live music and entertainment. This year we will have performances by The Darke County Civic Theatre on Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and and the 28th at 3 p.m. Enjoy music from the Thien Snipps, Robert DeMange, Silver Grass and more. Between performances, sit-a-spell with our 200-year-old pioneer volunteers in the Log House as they demonstrate many skills such as spinning, leather work and making butter. Try your hand at candledipping, tinsmithing or

take a wagon ride around the prairie. Take a stroll through the 18th century encampment and watch a tomahawk and knife throwing competition. Visit our Blacksmith Shop to see our master blacksmith working around the forge. What is a festival without food?! Take a load off as you enjoy fresh produce from Downing’s Fruit Farm or visit one of the many non-proﬁt vendors. Or participate in a pie-baking contest, try your luck at the annual basket rafﬂe, and so much more. New this year, vendors from the regional Gourd Show will be present as it will no longer be held in Greenville. We hope to see you at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, located at 4267 St. Rt. 502 West, where admission and parking are free. For more information, call the Nature Center at 937-548-0165 or visit our website at www.darkecountyparks. org.

DARKE CO. – Darke County will have several community, company, and school blood drives in September. The blood drive comes during the month when Community Blood Center (CBC) will celebrate its 50th anniversary as the region’s ﬁrst blood bank. Everyone who registers to donate will receive a special edition “Celebrating 50 Years of Saving Lives” t-shirt. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment at www.DonorTime.com. Locally, you can contact Dana Puterbaugh, CBC Account representative at 9972199 or dputerbaugh@ givingblood.org. The 50th anniversary t-shirt features the “50 Years of Saving Lives” logo on a gold shield with a red and white stripe across a blue background. It’s free to everyone who

registers to donate now through Sept. 30 at any CBC Donor Center and most CBC mobile blood drives. A new era in patient care began Sept. 14, 1964 when CBC opened the doors to its new home in the basement of the Fidelity Medical Building in downtown Dayton. Barbara Bartley of Dayton was the ﬁrst of six donors that day. CBC now supplies blood to 25 partner hospitals in its 15-country region with the standard goal of registering at least 300 donors per day. CBC is also marking its milestone year with the special “Summer Cruze-In 2014 Blood Drive.” The grand prize Chevrolet Cruze is “champagne silver” as a toast to CBC’s 50th anniversary. Everyone age 18 and older who registers to donate at any

Clowning at the library ELDORADO – The Eldorado Branch has a special show scheduled for September when it welcomes Feel N. Lucky, the Happy Hobo Clown, for a performance. Complete with red suspenders, a grizzly ﬁve-o’clock shadow, and bright red nose, Lucky’s (a.k.a. Doug Grifﬁn) show combines magic, humor, and balloon twisting to keep

children (and adults) chuckling on the edges of their seats. Lucky is coming to the Eldorado Library on Sept. 27, 1:30-3 p.m. The library will also have carnival games and will provide hot dogs and drinks to complete the carnival experience. Admission, as for all library programs, is free. The Eldorado Branch is at 150 N. Main St.

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Artists wanted for First Friday event GREENVILLE – Artisan Stroll is the theme for Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event held in October, which has everything to do with handmade, homemade, and artisan craft! The event will be held from 6-9 p.m. in the downtown district on Oct. 3. The committee (consisting of Patti Jetter, Kim Murray, Mary Saintignon, Victoria Horsley, Fran Brubaker, Deb Niekamp, and Susan Fowble) is working with Main Street Greenville Director Amber Garrett to plan the Artisan’s Stroll and they are looking for artisans and crafters to display and sell their paintings, photography, handmade jewelry, dolls, children’s apparel, wreaths, ﬂower arrangements and more during the event. All local artists and talented creative people are invited to sell and/or demonstrate their craft. The artists will join many downtown businesses that will be staying open late for October’s First Friday event. The event will also feature music and Chalk the Block (a chalk-art contest for those who attend the

event). Registration to showcase and sell your items is $15 per space, which is a donation to Main Street Greenville (a non-proﬁt organization). The deadline to sign-up is Sept. 10. For more information, contact committee member Susan Fowble, 548-1414 or fowble51@ gmail.com. Main Street Greenville is a non-proﬁt organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.DowntownGreenville.org or call 548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/ mainstreetgreenville).

Ofﬁces closed

DARKE COUNTY – Greenville Transit will be closed on Sept. 1 in honor of Labor Day. They will resume business on Sept. 2. Darke County’s ofﬁces will also be closed for the Labor Day holiday on Sept. 1.

Chapter, appointments encouraged Sept. 13 – Pleasant View Missionary Church, 5231 Gettysburg-Pitsburg Road, Greenville, 8-11 a.m., sponsored by Pleasant View Missionary Church Sept. 15 – Versailles K of C Hall, 8440 St. Rte. 47, Versailles, 12:30–7 p.m., sponsored by Versailles Poultry Days Committee, appointments encouraged Sept. 16 – Gordon United Methodist Church, 311 East St., Gordon, 2:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Village of Gordon Council and Verona Fire Department, appointments encouraged Sept. 19 – Franklin Monroe High School, 8691 Oakes Road, Pitsburg, 8 a.m.–noon, sponsored by Franklin Monroe High School National Honor Society, appointments encouraged Learn more at www. GivingBlood.org.

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Calendar of Events Tuesday, September 16th,

Chalk art created by Stephanie Schieltz.

CBC Donor Center or CBC mobile blood drive May 30 through Sept. 30 will be automatically entered in the drawing to win the 2014 Chevy Cruze. CBC has extended its traditional summer blood drive campaign to four months (May 30 through Sept. 30) and is also allowing eligible donors to enter the drawing a second time when they register for a second donation during the blood drive period. Ofﬁcial rules are available at www.givingblood.org. Here are the blood drives open to the community scheduled for September: Sept. 3 – Kroger – Greenville Store, 200 Lease Avenue, Greenville, 9 a.m. to noon, appointments encouraged Sept. 9 – Greenville Church of the Brethren, 421 Central Ave., Greenville, 12:30–6:30 p.m., sponsored by Lambda Chi Omega Sorority Gamma Epsilon

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October 14th, 2pm-3pm

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Planning Healthy Meals

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Thursday, September 18th, 10:00am - 11:00am

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The classes are offered over four weeks to build on self-management skills taught during each class. During the class participants will learn skills to meet the AADE7 Self-Care Behaviors: healthy eating, being active, taking mediation, problem solving, healthy coping and reducing risks. The cost to attend is $40 for the class series. ($10 each class)

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Beltone has new iPhone hearing aid

Vintage posters on display First Friday GREENVILLE – Everyone is invited to the ﬁrst Darke County public showing of the rare Vintage American Red Cross Poster Art. During the Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event, Sept. 5, the display will be open to the public from 6–8 p.m. to view this special exhibit in the Anna Bier Gallery of Memorial Hall. The Darke County Red Cross, a long-time downtown resident until a move a few years ago, continues to support the downtown community in participating in First Friday events. This rare and unique collection of historic Red Cross posters from the early 1900s will be on display in Darke County for the month of September. These magniﬁcent and colorful posters depict the American Red Cross Disaster relief, Armed Forces and Fundraising efforts during and following World War I. On display as well, will be American Red Cross volunteer uniforms from generations past and perhaps a few other surprises to make this historical visit fun and interesting. The American Red Cross of Darke County Chapter has these unique posters on loan from the American Red Cross Northern Miami Valley chapter. The

GREENVILLE – Beltone, a leader in hearing aids for over 70 years, announced its ﬁrst-ever Made for iPhone hearing aid. Called Beltone First, the debut Receiver-inthe-Ear (RIE) hearing aid features a slim, ergonomic design, pioneering sound processing, the ability to ﬁt 90% of all hearing losses, and an unprecedented direct connection between the iPhone and the hearing aid via Beltone’ awardwinning, third generation 2.4 GHz technology. “We are thrilled to bring consumers an iPhone-compatible hearing aid,” says Beltone President Todd Murray. “Now, people can use their iPhones to wirelessly stream music and sound from their favorite album or audio book, and take a phone call directly through their hearing aids – without having to wear or use an intermediary device. It’s discreet and convenient. The sound is excellent and can be totally customized. We believe this instrument

will encourage people with hearing loss to more readily seek help.” Beltone First hearing aids wirelessly communicate with each other to self-adjust as a person’s surroundings change. By prioritizing speech, it’s easier to hear the conversation, even in noisy places. Special new features make it possible to hear sounds that occur in the higher ranges (often, difﬁcult to hear) and help ﬁrsttime wearers acclimate more quickly to hearing well again. The free Beltone HearPlus™ app recognizes the places an individual regularly visits and automatically applies the right settings. “Find My Hearing Aid” locates misplaced devices. Real-time turnby-turn directions can be streamed to the hearing aids. For more information about new Beltone Fist hearing aids, please contact Dr. Lucille P. Hosfeld, CCC-A, Clinical Audiolo-

gist with Beltone Hearing & Audiology at 548-4242. During this consultation you will receive a free hearing screening to determine if you may beneﬁt from a trial on the First. Founded in 1940, Chicago-based Beltone is part of the GN Hearing Care Group, utilizing advanced technology to produce hearing aids sold in the United States, Canada and over 50 countries worldwide. In addition to providing outstanding

service and support for its U.S. hearing care network operating in over 1,500 ofﬁces in North America, Beltone remains the most trusted brand for quality products and care among its patients and adults aged 50 and older. The local Beltone ofﬁce at 303 S. Broadway has been providing hearing solutions to the community for over 45 years under the leadership of Donald and Lucille Hosfeld.

posters were given to the Northern Miami Valley Chapter by a donor and volunteer, Mareta Headapohl, who found them in her father’s attic after he died. He was a printer and it is presumed that he printed these posters. The display will also be at the Anna Bier Gallery of Memorial Hall in Greenville during the Darke County Center for the Arts Program on Sept. 13 and Saturday gallery hours, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., on Sept. 6, 13, and 20. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about the American Red Cross and to offer any assistance needed. American Red Cross Executive Director Lynne Gump stated, “This is an excellent opportunity to engage our youth in philanthropy, advocacy and history. What may start as a simple walk through a gallery may very well ignite community spirit, compassion and a thirst for more information!” The posters were used as a fund drive when support for the Red Cross was through membership for $1. Children collected pennies to fund the Red Cross. In keeping with the spirit of the posters, a collection canister will be available and donations will be accepted.

ALDI holds hiring event in Greenville GREENVILLE – Known for offering wages signiﬁcantly higher than the industry standard, ALDI, the nation’s low-price grocery leader, will host a hiring event for its Greenville store on Sep. 9. Opportunities within ALDI include Store Associate and Shift Manager positions. ALDI representatives will be hand for local residents currently seeking employment opportunities. The event will be held from 7-10 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. at the Greenville ALDI, 415 Wagner Ave. Positions begin at $11 an hour and up to $15.50 per hour for a shift manager. Applicants must be

18 years or older to apply and have a high school diploma or GED. Candidates will be available to work anytime between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Retail experience is preferred as is management experience for manager trainees. A drug screening and background check is required. Candidates should also be able to lift 45 pounds. ALDI offers employees generous compensation that is considered well above the industry standard. Part-time staff working at least 20 hours a week receive full health insurance, dental coverage and 401K.

RR Museum train ride

BRADFORD – Come enjoy a leisure train ride in Cuyahoga State Park on Oct. 18. A deluxe motor coach will leave the Bradford RR Museum at 8 a.m. Parking will be available in the village parking lot beside Rich Oil. Experience a three hour train ride and enjoy dinner at the Golden Corral in Mansﬁeld on the way home. Arrive back in Bradford at ap-

proximately 9 p.m. The cost $95 for adults and $75 for children, which includes coach, train ride and dinner, all taxes and gratuities. Mail check made out to Bradford RR Museum to Sue Vickroy, 312 North Miami Ave., Bradford, Ohio 45308. For information, contact Sue Vickroy, 4482844, or Gloria Shafer, 448-2185.

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LOCAL Mark and Patty Cotter compete for the most rings during Cane Toss for Cancer. (Clinton Randall photo)

Cane toss raises money for local cancer association GREENVILLE – Over $1,200 was raised Aug. 23 during the anCLINTON RANDALL nual Cane Staff Writer Toss for bluebagmedia.com Cancer at the fairgrounds, topping last year’s amount. Members of the Darke County Agricultural Society, Kissel Bros., Gregory Peck Sound and Dearwester Canes joined Mark and Patty Cotter to help raise money for the Darke County Cancer Association. Carl Dearwester donates money for every cane rung, with top row canes being worth even more. The event was created by Greg Peck and Carl Dearwester nearly six years ago as a friendly game to

raise money for a good cause. It has since become a tradition and friendly competition between the Cotter’s. Mark and Patty travel south from their home near Lansing, Mich. to volunteer their time picking up trash and lost change along the way during the last 11 years of the Great Darke County Fair. The Cotter’s donated $86.80 in coins and bills that were picked up while helping clean the fairgrounds, along with “a couple bucks dropped by some of the fair board members,” Mark said with a smile. Mark is a cancer survivor of seven years and looks forward to helping raise money each year, and of course ringing more canes than his wife Patty.

Brittany Martin, former 4-H member, helps out in the Darke County Junior Fair Office and researched many of the answers to the 2014 Scavenger Hunt. (Bob Robinson photo)

Scavenger Hunt teaches about fair

GREENVILLE – How many 4-H clubs are in Darke County? “47!” BOB How many ROBINSON Associate Editor Junior Fairbluebagmedia.com board buildings were used to house livestock this year? This was the subject of discussion among 4-H members Kaytlin Burchett and Mark Mayo, former 4-H member Brittany Martin and Junior Fair Coordinator Beth Martin… the reason? The new Cow Barn has replaced the beef and dairy barns lost in the ﬁre last December. Plus they have a tendency to forget the horse barns at the south part of the fairgrounds… ﬁnal count: 11. Those are just a few of the questions participants had to answer in the Junior Fair’s annual Scavenger Hunt. Another question had to do with the number of hogs present this year in the Swine Barn. Answer? “Too many!” Grade A ribbons this year? 3,548. Total ribbons handed out? 9,067. The 4-H club members choosing to take the challenge had to respond to 75 questions and activities, from getting signatures to providing the names of various winners and dignitaries. A set of 21 questions required participants to visit various places or do research to make sure they

knew how many “ponies could walk at one time at the pony rides,” “booths were in the youth building,” “stoves were used in the Bake-A-Rama” and more. Over half (39) were trivia questions, such as the year of the first Great Darke County Fair and the year Fiske Fries began. Brittany Martin looked up a lot of the answers in the Fair Book that’s available free to the public each year. Her mom, Beth, has been Junior Fair coordinator for six years so she was ready with answers for many of the questions. The Junior Fair Board cancelled the last Saturday Junior Fair Dance and replaced it with the Junior Fair Scavenger Hunt three years ago. “It cost money for the DJ, but it never made any money,” said Brittany. “This is more hands-on,” she added. “They learn more about the fair this way.” Typically about a dozen teams and individuals participate each year; a team can have up to four people. “They don’t have to totally complete the list. Whoever has the most right answers wins vendors certificates.” Want to know where the first fair was held in 1853? Garst Woods. That and more than 70 other questions may – or may not – have been resolved on the last day of the fair.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2014

One of the newest projects for the Baumgardner family was installing the outdoor recreation area that includes a pool, bar and deck area. (Ryan Berry photo)

The Brinksneader home is the only house on the tour that was built prior to 1900. (Ryan Berry photo)

Built in the early 1900s, the Baumgardner home is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside. (Ryan Berry photo)

Looking from the newly renovated kitchen one will find a relaxing sitting area. (Ryan Berry photo)

Three homes featured on Darke County LWV Home Tour DARKE COUNTY – The Darke C o u n t y League of W o m e n RYAN BERRY Voters will Managing Editor host its anbluebagmedia.com nual House Tour on Sept. 21, 1-4 p.m. Tickets are $7 in advance or $10 at the door. Tickets will go on sale Sept. 8 and will be available at The Flower Patch, Greenville, The Rose Post, Arcanum, and Readmore Hallmark, Greenville. This year’s tour will take visitors from Greenville to rural Arcanum for three houses that were built around the turn of the century. John and Stephanie Baumgardner 303 E. Third St., Greenville The Baumgardners have lived in their home for the past 12 years and have already completed several remodeling projects that have certainly added to the value of the home. When one walks in the first thing they will notice is the beautiful woodwork. The style is consistent with houses built in the early 1900s. A rafter uncovered while remodeling the attic was inscribed with the year 1904. While remodeling the kitchen, two tobacco cans were found in the walls – one was dated 1907. A light fixture in the dining room is believed to be original to the house. This room also has several antique pieces that have been in the family for many years. When the kitchen was remodeled a few years ago, the Baumgardners went with a modern theme, with one exception. They took the tin ceiling from one of the buildings they own in downtown Greenville to use on the kitchen and pantry ceiling. Another remodel project was the attic. This room has become an activity room for the family, equipped with gaming consoles, bar, couch and chairs. John’s office is also found in the attic. The attic is also used as a spare bedroom.

The newest addition to the Baumgardner home is the outdoor recreation area; complete with pool, bar, deck and grilling station. Jason & Janelle Brinksneader 4923 Hollansburg-Arcanum Road, Arcanum The Brinksneader home is the only house on the tour that was built prior to 1900. According to records, the home was built by Marshall Valentine in the 1880s. At the time it sat on 240-320 acres of land, which was eventually split up and given to his sons. The Valentines kept the house in the family until the 1960s. Jason and Janelle purchased the home in 2003. Janelle recalls they brought their newborn son home from the hospital the first night they stayed in the house. Since 2003, the couple has completed several renovations to the house, including installing a new roof, air conditioning and an outdoor wood stove to heat the home during the winter. A few years ago they moved their kitchen from one room to another. The remodeling project gave them a modern kitchen with plenty of space to entertain while cooking or relaxing. That project also allowed the couple to move their washer and dryer from the basement to the first floor of the house. According to Janelle, the woodwork in the home is original. The couple discovered beautiful hardwood floors upstairs when they removed the carpet. Instead of reinstalling carpet they decided to sand and refinish the floors. Brad & Cara Hayes 201 E. George St., Arcanum The Hayes home was built in 1904 and was an example of the “American Four Square,” a house style that was popular from the mid-1890s to the late 1930s. Four Squares were designed in a reaction to the ornate and mass-produced elements of the Victorian and Revival styles of the

According to the Hayes family, the stained glass on the mantel in the front room is original to the home.

This beautiful cabinet is built into the wall in the Hayes’ dining room.

last half of the 19th century and incorporated plain, “honest” handcrafted woodwork. This home has some upscale moldings and details that weren’t included in the basic format. The Four Square style shares many features with the Prairie architecture pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright. The house was the childhood home of Brad’s father, David Hayes, a veterinarian who still practices in the Arcanum area. Brad has many fond memories of the home and his grandparents, James and Glenna Hayes, who lived in the home for 45 years. Cara has in her possession the many deeds tracing the home’s ownership and dating back to October

1911. Brad and Cara have spent many hours renovating the house and their love for this older home is evident in the results. Linoleum and a chemical leveler were removed with lots of elbow grease to reveal the original one inch-wide ﬂooring in the entry, front and dining rooms. The dining room showcases a built-in, glassed cabinet and all the leaded glass in the various rooms is original to the house. They have completely renovated the kitchen and updated the bathrooms (using a new process that can turn a pink bathtub to white) and revitalized all the upstairs bedrooms with rich colored walls and carpeting.

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APOSTOLIC Solid Rock Apostolic

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ASSEMBLY OF GOD Greenville First Assembly of God

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First Baptist Church

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Faith Baptist Church

740 E Russ Rd., Greenville, 548-1808

Greenville Baptist Temple

4689 Childrens Home Bradford Rd.* 548-7283 ---------------------------------------------

BRETHREN Beech Grove Church of the Brethren

3420 Harrison Rd., Hollansburg 937-997-4895

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

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

Cedar Grove Church

373 Love Rd., New Paris, 997-3675

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

Oakland Church of The Brethren 8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd. Bradford * 448-2287

Pitsburg Church of Brethren

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

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

St Denis

14 E Wood St, Versailles (937)526-4945

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

Calvary Bible Church

St. Matthew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church

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CHRISTIAN Ansonia Christian Church

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

Greenville Christian & Missionary Alliance

306 Devor St., Greenville, OH 45331 937-548-4955

Stelvideo Christian Church

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

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

Woodington Congregation Church

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

CHURCH OF CHRIST Greenville Church of Christ

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

CHURCH OF GOD Ansonia First Church of God

750 S Main St., Ansonia, 337-3945

The New Beginning Church of God

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

937-548-7188 307 PINE STREET GREENVILLE

Pleasant View Missionary Church

St Paul’s Lutheran Church

East Zion Church

Tuesday - Friday 11 AM -5:30 PM Sat 10 AM - 4 PM • Closed Sun & Mon

1110 N. Broadway, Greenville 937-548-1842

St Mary

2876 State Route 571, Greenville 548-6590

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

MISSIONARY Greenville Missionary Church

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Coletown Congregational Church

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Lighthouse Christian Center

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Beamsville Christian Church

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

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310 W South St., Arcanum 692-8521

Webster United Methodist Church

St Paul Lutheran Church

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

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INTERDENOMINATIONAL Family of God

122 W Wood St, Versailles 937-526-3855

St Louis

5874 N. Buckneck Rd. (RR 2), Bradford, (937)448-6220

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METHODIST - UNITED Versailles United Methodist

LUTHERAN St. John Lutheran Church

15 Star Rd, North Star (419)582-2531

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FULL GOSPEL Friendship Community Church

Triumphant Christian Center

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

EPISCOPAL St Paul’s Episcopal Church

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

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Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church

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

5231 Gettysburg Pitsburg Rd. Greenville, 447-3885 --------------------------------------------6102 Beamsville-Union City Rd. Greenville 547-0009

9462 State Route 571, Arcanum 947-1978 5990 State Route 36, Greenville 548-3558

Living Waters Ministries 102 W Main St., Versailles 526-4567 623 Spring St., 548-8965

Rosehill Country Church

Ansonia United Methodist Church

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

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

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

Versailles Christian Church The Hillgrove Federated Church

EUM Church

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

Faith United Methodist Church

Congregation Anshe Emeth Jewish Synagogue

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

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

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

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

Ithaca Grace United Methodist 750 Arcanum-Ithaca Rd 678-9062 or 692-6576

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

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

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

PENTECOSTAL Faith Apostolic Lighthouse

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

PRESBYTERIAN First United Presbyterian Church

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

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

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

Rossburg United Methodist Trinity United Methodist Church

1400 E Main St., Greenville, 547-0337

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Over 100 Years of Caring Service

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Brethren Retirement Community Ladies Auxiliary Bake Sale Scheduled

Brethren Retirement Community Gala Christmas Comes Early on September 5th The 8th Annual Brethren Retirement Community Charity Auction & Dinner will be held on Friday evening, September 5th, 2014 at Romer’s Banquet Hall in Greenville. This has been a soldout event for the past seven years and everyone has been anticipating the new theme for this year’s event ~ Christmas Comes Early. This successful annual event would not be possible without the generosity of our lead donors: Integrity Ambulance, Presenting Sponsor; Second National Bank, VIP Sponsor;

Wayne Healthcare, Live Auction Sponsor; and Fifth Third Bank, Dessert Sponsor. Brethren Retirement Community expresses their heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors and the many additional businesses and individuals who donate items for the auctions. Rich Edwards, Auctioneer & Nancy Wilson will share the stage for an entertaining evening! Once again, the evening will feature both a live and silent auction with varying items including: beautiful gift baskets,

jewelry, art work, gift certificates, sports tickets, and much more! Bid high and bid often at our auction as proceeds from the Friday evening gala will benefit Brethren Retirement Community’s Resident Aid Fund and an award winning Behavior Based Ergonomic Therapy program for the 50%+ residents who are challenged daily with dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease. The Resident Aid Fund was created to provide immediate assistance to residents in financial need; it offers

peace of mind while preserving the quality of life and maintaining the dignity of those residents. 100% of the money donated to the Resident Aid Fund beneﬁts our elderly residents who have exhausted their ﬁnancial means. Seats may be reserved by calling Linda Blanton at 937-547-7616. If you are unable to attend the Gala, please consider making a donation to one of these programs by calling or emailing Jane Woodie at 547-7642 or jane.woodie@bhrc.org.

Brethren Retirement Community would like to invite you to the Annual Bake Sale on Friday, September 12th from 9:00am to 2pm in the Brick Room at Brethren Retirement Community, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville, OH. The day will be ﬁlled with morning coffee, a sandwich and soup lunch and feature a variety of baked goods. The Auxiliary helps provide loving attention

to BRC residents by hosting monthly birthday parties, visits and cards. They offer bake sales and an annual bazaar to raise money, awareness and support for BRC. With their funds they purchase various needs such as nursing equipment, wheelchairs and items that enhance the lives of the residents. We look forward to seeing you there!!!

Brethren Retirement Community Brings County Fair To Residents Many of our residents are no longer able to do a day at the Fair to enjoy the sights, sounds and food the Darke County Fair offers so we bring our version of the county fair to them. Brethren Retirement Community’s “Fair Day” is a very popular event. For one afternoon each August, our Main Street area, Brick

Room and covered patio are transformed into the County Fair – complete with farm and domestic animals, games, activities and of course, Fair food! It’s wonderful event where residents get to enjoy a fun-ﬁlled afternoon and reminisce about their days at the fair.

“Brethren Home Community Services has provided friendly, dedicated, family oriented caregivers. They offer ﬂexible scheduling and allowed our parents to remain in their home with constant coverage. The caregivers have also stayed with our parents during periods of hospitalization when needed. The caregivers have always served above and beyond.” -Sons of Joe & Miriam Kenworthy

Love Winter Again

Wrap yourself in the warmth of Brethren Retirement Community and enjoy a carefree winter snug on a campus full of opportunities and amenities for all to enjoy. Forget about long, dreary winter days; at Brethren Retirement Community there is always something to do! Enjoy the many opportunities to meet with new and old friends in the craft room, gift shop, Senior FITness exercise class, woodworking shop, computer lab, or at the weekly neighborhood coffee socials. Three delicious meals are available as are housekeeping and laundry services if you should need them. The Winter Stay program does not require a long-term commitment so you are free to move in when the weather is chilly and move back to your home in the spring after the threat of inclement weather has passed. Take advantage of our Winter Stay Program and enjoy the ﬂurry of winter from inside the warmth and comfort of an assisted living apartment at Brethren Retirement Community. Your stay with us will bring peace of mind, a community of friends and an abundance of activities and amenities. We hope you enjoy it here and decide to stay, many of our residents do!

Sign Up Today For Our Winter Stay Program.... Stay 4 months for the price of 3! Join us for an Open House on Wednesday, September 17th to learn more about the Winter Stay Program. RSVP to 547-7655. 937-547-7655 • bhrc.org • 750 Chestnut Street • Greenville, Ohio

Transportation Brethren Retirement Community recently received certiﬁcation from the Ohio Department of Aging to provide transportation services for our Shuff Adult Day Center clients who receive Passport and Comcare, the state-funded programs that provide assistance to older adults

based on their age, level of care and income. This is one more way that we are able to provide much needed communitybased care options for residents in Darke County and the surrounding areas. For more information about Shuff Adult Day Center, please call 937-547-7600.

Public Is Welcome • Brethren Retirement Community Presents...

SUPPORT GROUPS/ACTIVITIES FOR SEPT. 2014

September 4th, 9am-6pm Brick Room

September 12th 9am-2pm Brick Room

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GARAGE SALE

September 5th, 9am-Noon Brick Room

GARAGE SALE

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September 5th, 6pm Romers.

8TH ANNUAL CHARITY AUCTION AND DINNER To reserve your seat call 547-7616.

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September 10th, 10:00am-3:15pm, Brick Room

AUXILIARY BAKE SALE September 17th, 11am

LUNCH & TOUR OPEN HOUSE.

For reservations call 547-7655 ------------------------------------------

September 17th, 4pm Meeting House

ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP ------------------------------------------

September 22nd, 7pm, Chapel

VIP (VISION IMPAIRED PERSONS) Support Group

-----------------------------------------GOOD TIME GAL’S September 26th - 2:30pm “DOUBLE YOUR PLEASURE, Brick Room DOUBLE YOUR FUN” ENTERTAINMENT BY For reservations call 547-7688. RAY BOLDEN

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Register for upcoming keys to diabetes self management classes There are several keys to Diabetes Self Management. These behavioral changes can be the most effective in managing diabetes. The ﬁrst key is Being Active. It is recommended that you have 30 minutes of moderately intense physical activity 5 days per week or more. The activity can be split into three 10 minute sessions, if needed. Your activity should then be increased to include strength training and aerobic activity throughout the week. Also ask yourself how you can be more active throughout the day. This may include parking farther away, walking around the room during commercials, or taking one bag of groceries in the house at a time. The second key is SelfMonitoring. You should monitor your blood glucose levels to determine if your blood glucose is within the normal range. Daily self-monitoring of blood glucose provides people with diabetes the information they need to assess how food, physical activity and medications affect their blood glucose levels. You should also monitor your blood pressure, feet, weight, and how well you are doing meeting your lifestyle goals. The third key is Healthy Coping. Stress can raise your blood glucose levels. Learning to manage your stress will help with blood glucose control. Having diabetes can lead to diabetes burnout in which you develop an “I do not care” attitude towards your diabetes control. Understand that you do not have to be perfect in your diabetes management and setting small goals can have a big impact on your blood glucose control. Achieving realistic behavioral goals and learning to manage

barriers to care can help you stay on track with your diabetes care. The fourth key is Taking Medication. You should take your medication as prescribed by your physician, and learn how the medication works to help control blood glucose. As your diabetes progresses, you may need a change in your medications or even start on insulin. This does not mean that you have failed, but that your diabetes is progressing. The change in medication will reduce your risk of complications. The ﬁfth key is Problem Solving. Recognizing signs and symptoms of high and low blood glucose and how to properly treat is essential to reduce acute and long term complications. Knowing what to do when you are sick will help with diabe-

tes control. The sixth key is Reducing Risk. Diabetes increases an individual’s risk of developing complications including: heart disease, blindness, kidney disease, nervous system disease, amputations, and dental disease. Keeping your blood glucose under control and having proper screenings will help lower your risk of these complications. The seventh key is Healthy Eating. Eating healthy does not mean that you can never eat your favorite food items again. Making healthy food choices, understanding portion sizes and learning the best times to eat are central to managing diabetes. You can learn to balance your portion sizes to improve your blood glucose. Gaining knowledge about the effect of food on blood

Darke County Parks offers back to school programs DARKE COUNTY Hey Parents! The kids are back to school and the Darke County Parks has plenty to offer to add to their education. We have several monthly programs available that your child will join a Naturalist for some hands-on learning about the natural world all around them! Programs are available for 2-year-olds up to sixth graders. For those children ages 2-5, we offer a monthly, hour-long program designed to investigate nature through activities, games, crafts and exploring. September’s topic is “A is for Apple”. We will spend the day under the apple tree. September class dates are Wednesday, the Sept. 10 and 17 (for ages 2-3) and Thursday, the Sept. 11 (for 4-5 year olds). October’s

theme is “The Little Yellow Leaf” and November’s is “So Many Spiders.” Parents (or Grandparents or Aunts and Uncles!) must attend along with their preschooler. Pre-registration is required and the cost is only $2. Park P.A.L.S. is offered once per month on Saturdays and is designed for kids in grades Kindergarten through 2nd grade. P.A.L.S. stands for practicing and learning stewardship. September’s topic is Hooray for Herps and will occur on Saturday, Sept. 13. Have you seen a toad or frog in your backyard? Join us as we discover everything there is to know about herps. October’s topic is “What’s that smell?” and November’s topic is “Buggy Bugs.” Pre-registration is required and the cost is only $3.

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AD PRICES IN EFFECT MON., SEP. 01-SAT., SEP. 06, 2014 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8-9, Sun. 10-8 WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES - NO DEALER PURCHASE * Eligible additional purchase requirements for sale prices do not include tobacco products, 12 pack advertised soft drinks & the purchased item*

PRODUCE SPECIALS .............................................. 10 lb

IDAHO POTATOES 2.79ea .............................................. Dole California

CELERY .99ea .............................................. 8 oz Whole, White

MUSHROOMS 1.49ea .............................................. Michigan 3 lb Bag, First of the Season

PAULA RED APPLES 2.49ea ..............................................

DAIRY SPECIALS ............................................... Smith Dairy 24 oz

reg. $3.99 COTTAGE CHEESE 2.49ea ............................................... Essential Everyday 12 oz reg. $2.49 Soft Spread

AMERICAN CHEESE SINGLES 1.79ea ............................................... Blue Bonnet 15 oz Tub

reg. $1.79

SOFT SPREAD MARGARINE 1.39ea ............................................... Minute Maid 59 oz Pure Squeezed

reg. $4.99

ORANGE JUICE 2.49ea ...............................................

FROZEN SPECIALS .............................................. Smith Dairy 4 Quart “Whale ‘O Pail”

reg. $4.99

ICE CREAM 3.99ea .............................................. Eggo 8-10 Count

reg. $2.99-3.19

WAFFLES 1.99ea .............................................. Totino’s 9.8-10.9 oz

reg. $1.99

PARTY PIZZAS 1.19ea ..............................................

GROCERY SPECIALS .............................................. Frito Lay 9½-10 oz

reg. $4.29

LAY’S POTATO CHIPS 2.59ea .............................................. Frito Lay 9½-13 oz

reg. $4.29

TOSTITOS 2.59ea .............................................. A&W Root Beer, Sunkist, Vernors, Hawaiian Punch, Squirt and Assorted 7-UP 2 LITERS .99ea .............................................. General Mills10-12.9 oz reg. $4.69 or 12.25 oz

HONEY NUT CHEERIOS 2.49ea ..............................................

glucose, sources of carbohydrates and fat, and appropriate meal planning can assist in making food choices. These seven keys to diabetes control are covered in detail during group diabetes classes and individual educational sessions at Wayne HealthCare. Group classes meet once a week for four weeks. The cost is $40 for the series of four classes. The next group classes will be held September 9, 15, 22, and 29, 2014 from 6pm to 9pm. Pre-registration for the classes is required. If you prefer, you can meet individually with the Certiﬁed Diabetes Educator. For more information regarding the programs offered by Wayne HealthCare Diabetes Self Management Program please call 937-547-5750.

MEAT SPECIALS Yoder’s Macaroni Salad or

MUSTARD POTATO SALAD SLICED 1.59lb 5LB CONTAINER 1.39lb ............................................

In Store Made STUFFED, FRESH Served at the Darke County Fair PORK SAUSAGE 2.99lb ............................................ Carolina 96% Fat Free White Oven Roasted TURKEY BREAST 2.19lb ............................................ Copperwood Kitchens Natural SWISS CHEESE 3.69lb ............................................ Farmland 95% Fat Free COOKED HAM 2.89lb ............................................. Armour CORNED BEEF 6.39lb ............................................. Farmland

HAM & CHEESES LOAF 2.49lb ............................................. Farmland Deli Sliced

CANADIAN BACON 4.49lb ............................................. Kahn’s Deluxe Club All Meat

BOLOGNA 2.39lb ............................................. Cooper Farms Honey Roasted SMOKED

TURKEY BREAST 3.79lb ............................................. Lebanon

BOLOGNA 5.29lb ............................................. In Store Made, Ready to Heat and Eat, Fully Cooked HAM LOAF 3.49lb ............................................. 73% Lean In 3lb or Larger Pkgs. GROUND BEEF 2.89lb .............................................

Beef Arm Chuck, BONELESS Shoulder

SWISS ROAST 3.99lb ............................................. Whole Beef Loin BONELESS 12 to 15 lb Average Sliced Free 8am-5pm

NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS 5.69lb ............................................. Beef Arm Chuck, BONELESS Shoulder

SWISS STEAK 3.99lb ............................................. BONELESS Beef

STEW MEAT 3.99lb ............................................. BONE-IN Boston Butt

PORK SHOULDER STEAK 1.99lb ............................................. BONE-IN Sirloin End Great For Pulled Pork BBQ

PORK LOIN ROAST 1.99lb ............................................. BONE-IN Cut From the Pork Loin, Extra Meaty, Country Style SPARE RIBS 2.19lb ............................................. Beef Round BONELESS, Bottom ROUND STEAKS 3.99lb .............................................

CHICKEN LEGS 1.29lb ............................................. CHICKEN THIGHS 1.09lb ............................................. Bob Evans 12 oz reg. $3.79 Small Casing Breakfast SAUSAGE LINKS 2.99ea ............................................. Eckrich 15 oz Bun Size or reg. $2.79 ALL MEAT LIMIT 2 WIENERS .99ea ............................................. Oscar Mayer reg. $1.99 3.1 to 4.5 oz LUNCHABLES .99ea .............................................

GROCERY SPECIALS Hostess 10.5-11.25 oz Powdered or Chocolate

reg. $2.99

MINI DONUTS 1.99ea ............................................

Starkist 5 oz reg. $1.49 Oil or Water Packed Chunk Light TUNA .79ea ............................................ 50 oz Liquid Laundry reg. $9.39 Detergent LIMIT 2 TIDE 2.49 ea ............................................ Creamette or reg. $1.79-1.89 San Giorgo 12-16 oz Macaroni, Spaghetti or ASSORTED PASTA .99ea ............................................ Hunt’s 24 oz Can reg. $1.89

SPAGHETTI SAUCE 1.09ea ............................................

Kraft 2.05-2.39 oz

reg. $1.39

Betty Crocker 5-9.2 oz

reg. $2.79

Nabisco 14 oz

reg. $4.49

VELVEETA OR EASY MAC CUPS .99ea ............................................ TUNA, CHICKEN OR HAMBURGER LIMIT 4 HELPER .99ea ............................................ FIG NEWTONS 2.49ea ............................................

OPEN LABOR DAY 8AM-6PM

Students in grades 3-6 are invited to join us for Junior Naturalists, offered one Saturday per month. Hikes and projects are part of this fun-ﬁlled nature study club. September’s topic is “Perfect Prairies” and will be held on Saturday, September 20th. We will explore the prairies and discover the wide variety of colors, shapes and sizes of these native ecosystems and learn what makes them special. October’s topic is “Mushrooms!” and November’s is “Autumn Trees.” Pre-Registration is required and the cost is only $3. All programs are supervised by Naturalist Staff and Adult Volunteers. Call the Nature center today for more information and to sign up your child at 937.548.0165. More information can be found on our website: www. darkecountyparks.org.

AMB opens DCCA’s season

GREENVILLE – On Sept. 13, 8 p.m., the critically acclaimed Annie Moses Band will perform Rhapsody in Bluegrass: The Art of American Music at St. Clair Memorial Hall, Greenville, to open the Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA) 20142015 Roots & Wings season. Written and arranged by the Annie Moses Band, Rhapsody in Bluegrass is a panoramic exploration of America and her music. Featuring favorites from Aaron Copland, George Gershwin and other American originals, the show fuses Appalachian bluegrass, Irish ﬁddle, classic themes and roots music to create a beautiful and transporting concert experience. “With Rhapsody in Bluegrass, we wanted to cover the scope of the American musical landscape,” says Annie Dupre, lead vocalist of the Annie Moses Band. “We can’t wait to share this cinematic experience with audiences.” With accolades that include 1200+ hours on PBS and recent debuts at Carnegie Hall and the Grand Ole Opry, the Annie Moses Band is bringing a distinctive style to American music. Their cutting edge sound fuses American roots, folk rock, and jazz in stunning performances that feature strings, keyboards, guitar and rhythm. The family that makes up the Annie Moses Band is musically diverse - their converging artistry on stage creates a

unique and beloved style. Together they are leading an artistic renaissance, inspiring all generations to join the beauty and excitement of highly skilled musicianship. Jung-Ho Pak, artistic director and conductor of the Cape Cod Symphony says of the Annie Moses Band: “Our audiences had an overwhelming experience. Their combination of high energy, raw talent, and showmanship is a consistent recipe for success.” The opening concert with the Annie Moses Band is sponsored by Second National Bank and presented as part of DCCA’s Artists Series. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund. The Annie Moses Band will perform at St. Clair Memorial Hall in historic downtown Greeneville, on Sept. 13, 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 and may be purchased online at www.centerforarts.net, or through the DCCA ofﬁce, 547-0908, located on the third ﬂoor of the Greenville Public Library. In addition, tickets for this performance will be sold at Bread of Life, in downtown Greenville.

Adult Education Open House set CLAYTON – Learn more about Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) training available to ﬁll current job openings, by attending one of the upcoming Adult Education Open Houses. Open Houses are scheduled for Sept. 16 and Oct. 16, 6-8 p.m. both days. There will be two sessions each night starting at 6 p.m. with Adult Education staff sharing current program information and a campus tour offered at 6:30 pm. The second session starts at 7 p.m. with program information and a campus tour at 7:30 p.m. Registration for fall Career Programs is going on now. Carpentry, Electrician, Heating and Air Conditioning Technician, Heavy Equipment Operation, and Plumbing begins Sept. 8 Precision Machining and Veterinary Aide begins Sept. 22. Medical Assisting and Optometric Technician begins Sept. 29. Practical Nursing at the Greenville Brethren Retirement Center Location begins Sept. 29. Central Service/Sterile Processing Technician and Dental Assisting begins Oct. 6. Practical Nursing begins Jan. 5, 2015. In addition to the career programs offered, MVCTC Adult Education also offers many shortterm courses and GED/ Adult Basic Skills classes throughout the year. For more information about the MVCTC Adult Education programs, visit http:// ae.mvctc.com or call 8546297.

Proceeds from the SUNshine 5k will support Bunco for Breast Cancer, State of the Heart Hospice, Greenville Girls Softball Association, Greenville High School Vocal Music Boosters, St. Mary’s School-Greenville, and Mandy Green Memorial Fund. Wearing this year’s event t-shirt are committee members Kent Zechar, Susan Barker, Bill Baumann, Christy Prakel, David Kepler and Susan Laux.

Local non-proﬁts beneﬁt from 5k

GREENVILLE – Join the fun at Greenville City Park on Sept. 13, as the annual SUNshine 5K raises funds for a number of Darke County non-profit organizations. Hosted by the Darke County Foundation, this year’s event benefits Bunco for Breast Cancer, State of the Heart Hospice, Greenville Girls Softball Association, Greenville High School Vocal Music Boosters, St. Mary’s School (Greenville), and Mandy Green Memorial Fund. For every participant registered under a beneficiary’s name, that specific group receives $10-$15. The event expects to raise a total of $10,000 for these groups! SUNshine 5K runners and walkers will enjoy a quality 5K race with electronic chip timing, a bright technical t-shirt, door prizes, plus postrace drinks, fruit and homemade cookies. New this year – cash prizes totaling $350 will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers! Awards are also given to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group. To register, visit www.

darkecountyfoundation. org. To designate one of the groups as the recipient of your funds, type that group’s name on the Team Name line. Entry fee is $20. Free childcare during the race is provided. 800-meter kids run starts at 8:20 am, and the 5K starts at 8:30 am. Major sponsors of the SUNshine 5K include Reid Hospital and Orthopedic Associates of Southwest Ohio. The SUNshine 5K is part of the Wayne HealthCare Challenge “Get Moving” Series.

Arcanum meetings ARCANUM – The Village of Arcanum has scheduled several meetings for September. Sept. 8 – Utility Committee Meeting, 4:30 p.m., Village Administrator’s Ofﬁce Sept. 9 – Regular Council Meeting, 7 p.m., City Building Sept. 10 – Service and Leisure Meeting, 4:30 p.m., City Building Sept. 30 – Regular Council Meeting, 7 p.m., City Building

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“FARM DRAINAGE & EXCAVATING WORK. Prefer Farming & Mechanical Background. Please send your background information to: Cy Schwieterman Inc, 4240 St. Rt. 49, Arcanum, OH 45304 Attn: Larry Abels” Experienced Concrete Finishers. 937564-1348 WANTED TO BUY “Cars/Trucks, running or not. To $500. Will PU. Also all types of metal. 937-423-2703, 937-621-5809” Bach To Rock Music is now buying trumpets. Up to $125 depending on model and condition. Stop by or call 547-1970 “Local buyer paying cash for antiques, Arcanum, Greenville, Darke Co & Darke Co Fair items & any other collectibles. No furniture bigger than a washstand. 6928050” “BUYING VINTAGE GUITARS, Banjos, Mandolins & Amplifiers. Bring them to Bach to Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH for an offer. 937-547-1970, email: bachtorock@ earthlink.net” CASH FOR CARS: Cars/Trucks Wanted! Running or Not! We Come To You! Any Make/Model. Instant Offer - Call: 1-800569-0003

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Invitation to Bid The Village of Gettysburg is accepting bids for Refuse Collection for the years 2015 and 2016. Bids should be submitted to the Village Clerk, 216 High St, Gettysburg, OH 45328-0345 no later than September 30, 2014. For more information call 937-447-2171 8-12 M-F.

PUBLIC NOTICE The Village of Versailles Board of Zoning Appeals is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at 6:30 pm at the Village Hall Community Room, 4 West Main Street. Anyone wishing to obtain notice of Versailles Village committee meetings, should contact the Fiscal Officer at 526-3294. Kari Egbert, Fiscal Officer

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The Versailles Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 for the purpose of considering a minor subdivision application filed by Dottie Platt. The property being proposed to be subdivided is an approximate .386 acre parcel located along Hickory Drive. Additional details concerning the minor subdivision application may be obtained by contacting the Village Administrator at 526-3294 extension 225. The Planning Commission meeting is scheduled to begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Village Hall Community Room, 4 West Main Street. All interested parties are welcome to attend. Rodd A. Hale Village Administrator

NOTICE OF SALE OF ERISMAN FARM 22.425 ACRES, RICHLAND TOWNSHIP, DARKE COUNTY, OHIO Ed Erisman and Doug Erisman, co-owners and brothers, hereby offer at private sale by sealed bids certain farm real estate being 22.425 acres as further described below. Such bids to be delivered to the Law Office of Theodore O. Finnarn, Attorney at Law, 421 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio on or before 4:00 PM on Friday, September 26, 2014. Tract: #N54-0-310-03-00-00-304-00 (22.425 Acres) – Said real estate is located in Section 3, Richland Township, Darke County, Ohio at 8717 Horner Road; three miles southwest of the Village of Versailles and four miles northeast of the City of Greenville. Said property has a small trailer that is not part of the real estate and a 1 acre homesite. 20.000 acres tillable. FSA base yields as follows: corn base yield 144 BU; soybeans base yield 36 BU. Said farm ground is presently being farmed by tenant farmer with lease to expire after harvest. Selling “as is” and “where is” with legal description already approved on the tract by County Engineer. TERMS OF SALE: Sealed bids to be opened at time and place as indicated above. All bidders may be present and will be given an opportunity to increase their bids. The successful bidder shall execute a “non-contingent” contract for the purchase of said real estate. Payment will be $20,000.00 down payment on that day of sale, balance within thirty (30) days upon delivery of deed. (Closing before November 15, 2014.) Deed will issue with buyer being responsible for the next installment of real estate taxes and assessments due in February 2015. Other terms and conditions may be made known on day of sale and announcements made on that date will supersede any prior statements. The sellers reserve the right to reject any and all bids and to negotiate independently with any bidders.

ERISMAN FAMILY FARM

By: Ed Erisman and Doug Erisman, Co-Owners Theodore O. Finnarn, Attorney for Erismans 421 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331 Phone: 937.548.3240; Fax: 937.548.3291

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FOR RENT “1 BR apt. Water paid. 130 E Main St, Union City, OH. $350/mo + utilities. 937-9684195 ex 201” Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. 3078 Washington Rd. Rossburg, OH

Positions open in our Pullet Production Dept. Looking for good people to handle & care for our Poultry. Must have a vehicle & driver’s license. Insurance & Other Good Beneﬁts.

FOR RENT 2 BR apt in Greenville. $500/mo + deposit & “Storage for personal utilities. No pets. Call and business use. Jeff 937-459-2638 Penske Truck Rentals. “Nice 2 BR apt in Call Greenville Stor Greenville; A/C, and Lock. 548-1075, stove, W/D hookup. 5328 Michelle St.” No pets. $400/mo. “Large 2 BR apt in 547-0370” Wayne Lakes. W/D hookup. Appliances, lawn care provided. Pet Friendly. 3741 Hickory, #1. $450/mo. Production work 937-547-9871”

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“3 BR brick ranch house, 2 baths. Greenville north end. No pets. $650. 4477845” “Beautiful quiet nbhd, 2 BR, 2 bath apts. $600/mo + dep. 2 car gar. W/d hookup. C/a. Yard care prov. No pets. 1000 Manchester, Grnvl. 4232604” “New Madison, 1 & 2 BR apts, some include utilities. Recently painted. Stove, fridge, wi-fi included. 564-1402”

“Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937-316-8025 or 937-316-8489. Equal Very nice 2 BR duplex Housing Opportunity.” w/appliances. Lawn “1 BR apt. $375/mo + care & W/D unit proutilities. 412 ½ E 3rd vided. No pets. $440/ St, Grnvl. 937-968- mo. 308 W. Water. 937-547-9871 4195 ex 201” Green“ C O M M E R C I A L Downtown ville. Nice upstairs 2 SPACE for rent. Great BR apt. w/appliances. location on East Main St, high visibility. Call No pets. $450/mo + for more details, 548- deposit & references. 548-3549 5264”

MAINTENANCE POSITION

Darke County’s premier property maintenance company is seeking a quality individual for a “Full Time” position in there commercial mowing department. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, be 18 years of age, and the willingness to work in an outdoor environment. All applicants are subject to drug-screening. Pay is based on the experience and quality of work performed. Health insurance and benefits package will be discussed in the interview with selected applicants.

FOR RENT “Small 2 br house, Greenville. No pets. $450 mo. plus deposit. 937-548-6322”

“House for rent. New Madison. 3 BR/2baths. Central air. Garage. No smoking, no pets. $625/mo. Includes water, sewer & trash. References required. 564-5004” “3 BR house, 626 Bucoba St, Greenville. 1 car attached garage. No pets. $550 deposit & $550/mo. 564-4126” “In Greenville, very nice 3 BR, 1.5 baths, basmt. W/D hookup. $600/mo, deposit. No pets. 448-2167 or 423-2544”

FOR RENT 28x32 Concrete Garage in Grvl. 3 BR house in GreenF u r n a c e / 2 2 0 . ville. Garage. No pets. $175mo/deposit. 548- $525. 447-7845 8613 “1 BR apt. Gas Heat. “3 BR Home. Gas $375/mo + utilities. Heat. $500/mo + 419 Gray Ave, Grnvl. utilities. 235 E 5th St, 937-968-4195 ex 201” Grnvl. 937-968-4195 REAL ESTATE ex 201” “Beautiful large log “2 BR/1 bath, gahome on 2.4 aces w/3 rage, full basement. BRs, loft, pellet boiler, Fairview Ave., Greenville. $525/mo, $525 pond & much, much deposit + water de- more. Located on posit. 941-773-1552” SR 571 on the edge of Greenville. Call “3 BR brick ranch, Trump Realty, 6781-1/2 bath. No Smok- 5687, for your pering. No Pets. Arca- sonal showing.” num SD. 547-0822”

“Greenville, 2 BR upper apt. $395/mo. Deposit & references required. No pets. 937-678-5274”

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REAL ESTATE “BUILDING ONLY For Sale, Downtown Greenville, 334 South Broadway. Bach To Rock Music is Wanting to Relocate locally. Business is NOT for sale! 4 usable floors with full basement & 3 upper. Electric, air & heat all updated. 6 half bathrooms. NEW ROOF. 36’X48’ auditorium & stage on top floor. Ready for any type of business to move in. 937-547-1970, ask for Bruce”

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TOUR ARCANUM - OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, SEPT. 7TH 1:00-2:30 P.M. 5347 OTTERBEIN-ITHACA RD., ARCANUM Move in ready home. Great location, watch the deer roam when you’re having your morning coffee. 3 IVESTER LANE, ARCANUM Ready to move in house with many update: kitchen, bathroom, newer furnace and central air. 13 SUMMERFIELD DR., ARCANUM Great location for this great home with newer roof, nicely landscaped lot waiting for you. 10 GREENMOOR DR., ARCANUM Summer is almost gone and so will this updated property, so don’t wait, call today for your private showing of a very nice property.

NEW LISTING 108 E. 1st St, Arcanum: Deceivingly spacious Cape Cod style home with 1373 sq ft. Fresh neutral colors, newer ceramic tile in kitchen, updated bathroom sinks & fixtures! 4 bedrooms! Ample storage space! Brick paver patio & private back yard! Host: Lyle Bixler MLS 587187 #4435

435 BEAMSVILLE UNION CITY RD., UNION CITY, OH Once You Come In...you wont want to leave this picture postcard, 2 BR 2 bath ranch in Union City. It’s perfect in everyway with intimate & formal living space, stone fireplace, built ins, finished 2 car garage and large yard with deck. Not to be confused with an ordinary house despite its price $55,000.

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2576 HOLLANSBURG-SAMPSON RD NEW MADISON 3 BR home with a beautiful view, home offers both living and Great Rms. Breezeway, and fenced yard. Tri Village Schools. Motivated sellers.

OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, SEPT. 7, 2014 1:00 – 2:30 118 WILLOW DR – GREENVILLE – Large Cape Cod charm with dormers, over 2900 sq. ft. with 3-4 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage with loft. Must See. 4780 HOGPATH RD – GREENVILLE 3 BR 1.5 Bath, 2 car garage, above ground pool on 1.315 acres with Private Setting. 5445 REQUARTH RD – GREENVILLE Full finished walkout basement. Over 4,000 sq ft of living area. 5 BR with bonus room, 3 ½ BA, LR, FR, DR, den, large kitchen & breakfast area. 3 car garage on over an acre. 5621 KRUCKEBERG RD – GREENVILLE Wow so much space. A finished basement along with 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths. A huge master suite with sitting area and private bath with whirlpool tub. 6 private acres. 235 HICKORY – GREENVILLE WOW! New Price! New kitchen and new carpet in family room! This 4-5 bedroom bi level home is move in ready. Walk out lower level to screened porch and private back yard which opens to field. Must see. 1376 SUGAR MAPLE – GREENVILLE 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths and only $159,900. Both Living Rm and Family. You will love the fenced yard and large patio for outdoor entertainment

SEPTEMBER 7TH 3:00 – 4:30 753 MAGNOLIA – GREENVILLE Lovely 3 bedroom 2 bath brick ranch with 2 car garage. Immediate occupancy. 769 HONEYSUCKLE DR. GREENVILLE Space galore in this 3 BR 2 B One Owner Brick home with over 2300 SQ FT on .53 Acre. Home offers something for everyone. 1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

937-547-3077

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AUTOMOTIVE WANTED TO RENT Corvette Looking for house w/ “1995 garage in the country Coupe, red, removwhich will accept Met- able hard top, autoro housing & dogs. matic. Only 21,400 miles. Excellent con937-684-0361 dition. Call 937-417AUTOMOTIVE 1294” “2003 Honda OdysMOTORCYCLES sey van, very clean, runs good. 937-548- “2003 H.D. 100 Anniversary Softail Deuce, 6537” exc. cond. 15,000 “2012 Honda Civic for miles, $9000. Call sale. 20K miles, exc. 997-3533” cond., $14,000. 937“2003 Suzuki Intruder 570-4079” 1500LS, black, good “2002 Chevy ext 4x4, tires, windshield, bags 113,000 $9995. 2006 $3700 OBO. 937-548Mariner $7495. 2007 1201” Suburban $17,995. HOUSEHOLD 2004 GMC Duramax, 153,000 $17,995. “PILLOWTOP Twin 2006 Vue $6495. 2006 bedding set $149. Silverado 4x4 $8995. Full bedding set 2004 Liberty $5995. $169. Queen bedding 2009 Cobalt $7695. set $199. King bed2008 Kia $7495. 2005 ding set $299. New in G6, 105,000 $6495. plastic/warehouse liq2006 PT Cruiser uidation with warran$5995. 2007 Focus ty. Factory Furniture/ $5995. 2008 G6 Mattress and More, $7995. 2001 Tracker 11 East Main St., 4x4 $2695. 2003 Ex- Phillipsburg, 1-937pedition $7995. 2003 884-5455” Durango $5195. 2003 S10 Crew $7495. CLASSIFIED 2000 Cherokee Sport LINE ADS $3995. Buy - Sell CONTINUED Trade! COUNTRY ON NEXT AUTO SALES 5481337” PAGE ANXIOUS SELLER – Make Offer! Well-cared-for ranch-style home with vinyl/stone exterior. 3 BR. Large LRM opens to DRM. New roof, water heater & updated well. 10x12 storage shed. MLS 578200. #4405 IMMACULATE 2-ST vinyl sided home w/3 BR. LRM, DRM & FRM. All appliances included. New furnace & central air! 2-car garage w/extra storage. MLS 587338 #4320 EXCELLENT CONDITION! Commercial building on St Rt 49. Over 2000 sq ft on nearly 1½ acre lot – super location for retail space, auto sales, warehouse, distribution center or service center! MLS 50228 #4387 PRICE REDUCED! Super 3 BR, 2 BA brick ranch in Pitsburg! LRM & FRM. Oak KIT cabinets. All appliances stay. Screened patio overlooking large lot – nice landscaping & several mature trees. MLS 582034 #4418 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Store & Lock – 19 units – 3360 total sq ft on nearly 1 ac. lot. MLS 572675 #4395 WELL-MAINTAINED 2-ST vinyl sided home w/3 BR, 1½ BA. LRM, DRM & office. Large enclosed front porch. Patio deck. 14x20 detached garage. MLS 585192 #4393 NEW LISTING! Corner country lot (over 2 acres) w/3 BR brick ranch. LRM & DRM. KIT has breakfast area. Full basement. 1-car attached garage. FM School District. MLS 590908 #4443

IN ARCANUM this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home at 706 W. North Street has 2½ car attached garage; fenced back yard; utility shed; mature trees! $67,000. 5 ACRES M/L with a 2-story, 4 bedroom home at 4560 Grubbs-Rex Road has newer septic system; 36x80 barn. $79,900. IN WOODBRIAR ESTATES there are 2 lots on 5K Avenue! Each 140’x175’. Both for $29,000. YES, THEY CAN BE BUILT ON! 8 ACRES M/L surrounds this 2-story home at 6975 Jaysville-St. Johns Road! Updated with new counter tops in kitchen; new furnace and central air! FULL finished basement; PLUS in-ground pool and small barn. Now offered at $222,000. IN WAYNE LAKES at 1180 East Drive is a 2 bedroom home on WOODED, CORNER LOT! Corner fireplace; attached garage. Upper 50’s. APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; grass; trees and sidewalks! Mid 30’s. IN GETTYSBURG this double at 302 E. Main has 2 bedrooms each unit. 1 car detached garage. Low 60’s. 7 ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! Can be divided! Call Jim for additional information! IN ARCANUM a newer brick ranch double at 2 & 4 Pearl Street! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths each side; attached garages. $160,000. OLDER HOME on corner lot at 119 Bellevernon has 3-4 bedrooms; newer furnace; 1 car detached garage. Upper 20’s. NEW “ROCKING CHAIR” front porch with this 3 bedroom, 1½ bath brick ranch at 4216 US Rt. 36! Maintenance-free with lots of updates! 1+ acre WOODED lot; 26x36 barn with heated shop. $167,000. NEAR ANSONIA at 5088 Riffle Road is a 2-story brick home updated with new roof in 2013; septic system in 2014; 24x24 detached garage. Upper 60’s.

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

www.bluesprucerealtyinc.com

GARAGE SALES ANSONIA “4752 Elroy-Ansonia Rd., Sept. 4,5,6; 9-?. NEW ceiling fan (in box), teen girl’s & boy’s Name Brand clothes, adult clothes, shoes, TV’s, some bedding, some tools, a lot of misc”

GREENVILLE “HUGE GARAGE SALE at Brethren Retirement Comm, 750 Chestnut. Sept 4, 9-5. Sept 5, 9-12. Household items; furniture; electronics; cricket; too many treasures to list.”

ARCANUM/ PITSBURG “MOVING SALE; 60 SR 503, 2 mi. S. of Ithaca; Sept 4-5; 9-6; Appliances, furniture, curtains, cork flooring, toys, games, clothes, shop/barn items, much household”

“4118 Beanblossom Rd; Sept 4-5; 9-5; Lots of teacher stuff:class library bks, rdg group sets, resource, decor, office supplies. Homecoming dresses, coats. OSU media guide. Current/antique rods/ reels/lures. Precious Moments collector plates, Avon bottles, vintage lighters. RC planes, AM/FM digital radios, snowblowers, gas chain saw, car ramps, tools, crafts”

“16 Chippewa Ct, Arcanum; Sept 3-5; 9-?; Solid oak ent. center, lots of misc” “14 Summerfield Dr, Arcanum; Sept 4; 8-2; Pub table set, end tables, piano bench, household items, misc” “6304 HollansburgArcanum Rd, Sept 4 & 5, 9-7. Hand water pump; metal sign (DX Oil); end tables; lg Longaberger basket; Xmas items; womens clothes (lg & plus sizes); picnic table; & much more” GREENVILLE “1301 Nottingham Dr; Sept 4-5-6; 9-6pm; Kids’/adults’ clothes, coats, tools, small kitchen appliances, antique rockers, toys, too much to list it all!” “4133 Beanblossom Rd; Sept 4-6; 9-5; Couch, household items, clothes, misc” “5050 Delisle-Fourman; Sept 1; 11-6; Xbox Star Wars (used once, 1 controller), DVD recorder, VHS/ DVD recorder, other misc”

“Moving Sale. 333 Orchard Drive; 1 Day Only, Fri, Sept. 5; 9-5. Numerous decorative & household items. Dressers, twin bed, coffee table, end tables, bar height kitchen table & chairs, desk, bookcase, rugs, golf clubs, sewing machine, carpet steam cleaner, frontload Whirlpool washer & dryer. Yard tools, mower, trimmer, blower. Elliptical & treadmill “ “Barn Sale; 1526 E Main; 9/4-5; Everything from toys - tools, household, more”

GREENVILLE “423 W Russ Rd; Sept 5-6; 9-5; Wood/ coal stove, Craftsman table saw, hand tools, antique picture frame, kids’ clothes, lots of misc”

“605 E. Harmon Dr.; Sept. 4,5; 9-5. Collectable Star War cards/toys, football/ baseball cards, KitchenAid stand mixer/ noodle maker, bakers rack, dresser, air conds., boy’s bike, DVD’s. Lots of misc.” “517 Pine St.; Sept. 4-5; 9-6. Women’s / boy’s clothes, toys, burlap wedding decor, vases & much more”

“5434 Naomi Dr.; Sept. 4,5; 9-5. Multi- “443 Circle Dr., Sept. family items, furn., 4,5,6; 8:30-8:00. Gas clothes, much more” heater, mailbox, pictures, new popcorn popper, blender, quilt books, fabric, fat MARK YOUR CALENDAR! quarters, sheets, bed comforter/matching OPEN SUNDAY SEPT. 7TH bed skirt, plasticware, 529 FRIDAY ROAD WEST MANCHESTER, OH 45382 serger, canning jars, OPEN 2-3:30 men’s winter coats, hoes/rakes, misc” NORTHERN COUNTY “12439 Hittle Rd, Rossburg, Sept 3-6, 8-7. Furniture; good name brand clothes UPDATES GALORE! Bring your furnishings (baby to adult); and move in! Enjoy the country views and household; wire top breeze. May 2014 updates: new windows, complete roof tear off, carpet tub, toilet, aeracanning jars. Lots of tor. New door in garage for barn, buyer to misc. Big sale” install concrete pad to enlarge garage if you wish a 2 car. Arcanum Schools. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Kim Leis-Anderson. (110200) 1345 SUGAR MAPLE GREENVILLE, OH 45331 POSSESSION IMMEDIATELY!! Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath and enclosed patio to enjoy your coffee in the mornings. Home offers newer replacement windows, carpet, vinyl and invisible fence. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Don Leis. (110463)

NEW LISTING! Welcome to Russia! This 4 bedroom 1 bath home is waiting for your family. Located on 2 acres it had the feel of country living with all the benefits of town amenities including school bus pick up. 2 acre lot offers mature trees and plenty of room for an addition as your family grows. (110493) NEW LISTING! Very nice, well maintained manufactured home with attached 3-car garage, concrete drive, and shed. Large family room, and beautiful enclosed porch for additional living space. Includes second lot with mobile home and shed, or properties could be sold sepa(110501) rately. NEW LISTING! 3 bedroom home on large lot with attached 1-car garage, and 3 sheds. Hardwood floors in bedrooms. House needs to be renovated. (110490) NEW PRICE! Beautiful country property just 6 miles south of Greenville. Property features: 4 bedroom, 2 bath home; 1/3 acre stocked pond, 28’x 20’ pole barn, 4.769acres. Space for everyone in this 2,266sf home. Living room accented by a brick fireplace with oak mantle. Kitchen comes fully equipped with refrigerator, range, dishwasher. (109888) NEW PRICE! Quaint Country Home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath but more than enough space in the utility area to add another bath. Workshop for dad when he wants to get out of the house. Also included on the property is a barn for storage, animals, or an outside getaway for kids. Definitely a must see! (110255) THIS NICELY UPDATED home sits just outside of Greenville and features 2 acres of land. The home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a large barn. This property has the space for all your 4H projects yet still close to town. Don’t miss out on this one it must be seen to appreci(110095) ate. BEAUTIFUL MAINTAINED and cared for 3 bedroom home located next to fairgrounds. With tons of character and lots of storage. Updates include 2 newer furnaces with central air. Custom made cabinets, French door, new roof/gutters, barn with partial new roof and partial new siding. Kitchen features work island and built-in china cabinet in dining room. Income possibilities with signs on barn and over 70 parking spaces for the fair @ $55.00 each. (110372) AUTHENTIC 3 bedroom, 1 bath Early American farmhouse tastefully upgraded for today. Newer vinyl windows, high efficiency furnace, beautiful woodwork, formal dining room and nice kitchen cabinets. Well and septic have been upgraded. All of this sitting on 5 acres with a newer 3 car garage, just 1.5 miles from Greenville. (109964) WHY PAY RENT when you can own this great starter home in Greenville with over 1,400 sq. ft. Features 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, newer roof, furnace, water heater, wood privacy fence and 12x5 shed. Priced in the $60’s. (110253) GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY with 3 bedrooms, currently renting for $550. month. (109994) UNHAPPY WITH RENTING? Then make the smart move into a home of your own. Like this 3 bedroom, 1 bath country-comfort tradition. One car attached garage plus 30x12 storage building, all sitting on almost 1/2 acre lot with a place for a garden. New windows 2007. (109944) WELCOME HOME! When you see all this 3 bedroom house offers for such a great price you will be ready to move! Newer flooring, paint (inside/out), shower unit downstairs, concrete drive, over the stove microwave, dishwasher, furnace, roof and much more! You don’t want to miss out on this! (110133) NICE DOUBLE WIDE mobile home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, newer roof, A/C and utility shed. (109892) LARGE 4 BEDROOM HOUSE with spacious basement. Many possibilities! Recently sided. Home offers many updates such as Kitchen floor, plus floor and vanity in upstairs bath. Newer furnace, water heater and windows. Plenty of room for the whole family. (109927) WELL MAINTAINED 2 bedroom 1 bath one story home located close to shopping and park. Home features one car attached garage and fenced in yard. (109920) NICE 3 BEDROOM brick ranch in the country with open floor plan, large family room with pellet stove, kitchen is open with lots of cabinet and counter space. Garage has work bench area with cabinets. In Arcanum school district. (110380) NICE RANCH HOME located on a quiet cul-de-sac. This 3 bed room 1 bath home currently rents for $475 a month and features a one car attached garage. Don’t miss out on this great investment! (110382) COUNTRY INVESTMENT with lots of potential, this 2 unit rental has many updates and currently brings $1100.00 a month in rents. Property could also be easily converted into a single family home. Call today for a showing. (110383)

“13870 Ross-Medford Rd, New Weston, 1 mile E of Eldora Speedway; Sept 4-6, 9-6. Multi Family. Lots of name brand kids’ clothes, girls 0-6, boys 0-7; crib; baby swing; stroller; car seats; toys; men’s & women’s clothes; household items”

NORTHERN COUNTY “3813 Hiestand Rd, Rossburg; Sept 4-5, 8:30-5; Sept 6, 8:30-3; Tires, crafts, etc”

TRI VILLAGE “New Madison Community Sales; 116 N Main St; Sept 4, 9-4; Sept 5, 9-3; Sept 6, “4232 N. Star-Ft. Lora- 9-2; Lots of primitive mie Rd., New Weston; style decor/furniture, Sept. 4,5,6; 9-?. Multi- lots of name brand jr Family! Pro8000 gen- clothes (Buckle, Pink, erator, lamps, Cincin- Am Eagle)” nati Reds jerseys, UNION CITY scrapbooking sup- “YARD SALE; 320 plies, kits & books, Meadow Dr, UC, IN; jewelry supplies & Sept 4; 9-?; Books, books, cookbooks, misc household garden groomer, 2 items” saddles, TV, Scotts lawn spreader, formal “224 S. 1st. St., Union dresses, other cloth- City, OH; Sept. 4-5; 9-4. Multi-Family. ing, much more” Clothes, glassware, OUT OF COUNTY shoes, 1994 Corvette. “4380 Union City Pike, Lots of misc” Winchester, IN; Sept. 5-6, 9-5. Hoarders downsizing. Garage & household items galore! CLEAN.” FOR

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TRI VILLAGE “Moving Sale; 175 Arnold St, New Madison; Sept. 4-5-6; 9-?; Lots of furniture, KitchenAid, Pampered Chef, baby afghans, crocks, musical equip., lots more stuff that needs to go!”

GETTING YOUR

GARAGE SALE IN THE EARLY BIRD-

NOON THURS.

OPEN SEPT. 7, 2:00 - 4:00

5615 HOLLANSBURG-SAMPSON RD, ARCANUM Exceptionally nice 3 BR, 2 Bth, 1623 sq ft brick ranch. Many updates. 32x14 outbuilding. Price has been reduced. Just East of Jaysville-St Johns Rd.

Treaty Realty 548-6060

PUBLIC AUCTION

Fri., Sept. 5, 2014 4:00 PM

15 East Water Street Arcanum, OH

Sat., Sept. 6, 2014 10:00 AM 6 West South St. Arcanum, OH

Autos-Antiques-Household-Lawn Tractors- Shop Items Autos 1995 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham with only 98,500 miles; 1998 Buick Century 211,160 Miles, 1998 Buick LeSabre with 121,600 miles; 1997 Cadillac Catera with 99,800 miles; 1980 Freeway 3-wheel car only 7187 miles. Antiques and Collectibles Wooden writing desk; drop front secretary; wooden high chair; 3 tine wood pitchfork; church bench; wagon seat bench; jug crock; depression bowls; apple peeler; Marx train set; stereoscope; brass spy glass; early Sunbeam stand mixer with glass juicer; milk glass hen on a nest; Avon figurines; beautiful hand carved hawk; horse collar mirror; lots of dolls; Native American dolls; Native American figurines; buffalo figurines; draw knives. Guns: W H Davenport single shot 12 gauge shot gun; Stevens Little Scout .22 Long Rifle single shot; Remington Arms octagon barrel single shot.22. Household 4 piece Thomasville Queen size bedroom suite; Queen size Sleep number mattress; 4 poster double bed; Craftmaster floral sofa and chair; rocker recliner; 5 piece white wicker set; oak drop front secretary; oak office chair; oak stand mirror; oak bookcase; bookcase w/glass doors; Lane cedar armoire; dresser; jewelry chests; sofa table; round end table; 2 ladder back rush bottom chairs; school desk; curio cabinets; coffee tables; wood desk & chair; spinning wheel lamp; pots, pans, dishes; baskets; GE chest freezer; Maytag washer and dryer. Shop Items Snapper 5.5 self propelled mower; new gas kettle grill; Craftsman transit level; Rigid pipe cutters; pipe wrench; box planes; froe; miner’s pick; hack saws; machete; pruners; handsaws; number and letter punches; bolt cutters; bench drill press; miter saw; tool boxes; wood machinist’s chest; 5500 watt generator; wrenches; sockets. The following items will sell Friday evening Lawn Tractors 9N Ford tractor; Craftsman GT 6080 lawn tractor w/18 Hp Kohler engine; 1250 Cub Cadet Hydro lawn tractor; Burns 60 lawn tractor; Keeline snow thrower; several Cub Cadet frames, transmissions; rear ends; mower decks; Briggs & Stratton 16 Hp engine; 3 pt slip scoop; 3 pt rotary mower; 3 pt scraper blade; older Chris Craft Viking fiberglass boat and trailer; large lawn roller; power hoist; lead pot and heater; Lincoln 225 amp welder; 2 Craftsman radial arm saws; B&D radial arm saw; Delta band saw; Delta lathe; jointer; Heavy machine carts; back pack sprayer; 4 kerosene heaters; 2 space heaters; snow blade; tumbling mats; Radio Flyer wagon.

HEIRS OF WILLIAM “JAKE” MCGLOTHIN

Terms: Cash or good check w/proper ID. Visa, MC, Discover accepted w/ 3% fee. www.auctionzip.com user ID11883 for pictures. Lunch stand. Never a buyer’s premium.

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

MISC. FOR SALE “2012 Husqvarna, Kohler 24hp, 42”” snowblower, 48”” mower deck, weight chains, 83 hrs, $2500 “Firm full size mat- OBO. 316-8171, 467tress, used 3 months, 4545” $200. 937-547-1325” Acorn Stairlifts. The “ F U R N I T U R E AFFORDABLE soluSHOPPE, 1379 Hill- tion to your stairs! grove-Woodington **Limited time -$250 Rd, Union City, OH, Off Your Stairlift Pur937-968-6804. Frigid- chase!** Buy Direct aire chest freezer, & SAVE. Please call med size $125. Whirl- 1-800-410-7127 for pool washer $150. FREE DVD and broGE dryer $125. Apt chure. range $125. Magic Chef refrig, bisque FURNACES $285 $200. Late model While Supplies Last. Maytag wall oven TUNS 1-877-473$300. Queen mat- 8867 tress & box sets, $50/ set. Used Furniture “Professional SOUND & Bedding. Delivery SYSTEM Sales & Installation & Rental. Available” Free quotes to your “Whirlpool refrig, business, church white side by side w/ or home for sound ice/water in door, 25.3 system updates & c.f. Good cond., $325. improvements. JBL, 467-3530” EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to “Kenmore smooth top Rock Music 547electric range, $95. 1970, email: bach968-4248” torock@earthlink.net. MISC. FOR SALE Also Renting sound “Slightly used clari- systems for Wednet, new $1000, $400 dings, Graduations, OBO. Bought at Bach Business Meetings, to Rock. 937-623- or any other engagements!” 2455”

PUBLIC AUCTION

LOCATED AT 7620 E 900 S UNION CITY INDIANA (TOWN OF SALEM) ON SATURDAY MORNING

SEPTEMBER 6, 2014 AT 10:00 A.M.

REAL ESTATE – 126 ACRE FARM Parcel 1 – 1 ½ story house featuring 3-4 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and has approximately 2832 square feet of living space. Home has asphalt shingle roof, partial basement and has had some updating. Property has poultry confinement building, (2) pole barns, and other outbuildings situated on approximately 6 acres. Parcel 2 – Approximately 50 acres of bare ground with road frontage on CR 900 S.. This tract is slightly sloping containing Pewamo, Glynwood Clay Loam and Blount-Glynwood soils. Parcel 3 – Approximately 70 acres of bare ground with road frontage on CR 700 E. This tract is slightly sloping containing Pewamo, Glynwood Clay Loam and Blount-Glynwood soils. Parcel 4 – Entire 126 acre farm with buildings. TERMS: 10% nonrefundable deposit day of auction and balance at closing. Closing to be within 45 days. Sellers to furnish Warranty Deed and Sellers Title Insurance. Buyers to assume taxes due and payable in May 2015 and thereafter. Any inspections must be made prior to auction and are at buyers expense. Any statements made day of auction take precedence over previously printed or oral matter. For private showing or additional information contact KIM LOY, REAL ESTATE BROKER at (260) 726-2700 or GARY LOY, AUCTIONEER at (260) 726-5160. FARM MACHINERY NEW HOLLAND TV140 ARTICULATING TRACTOR WITH 7614 LOADER, CAB, 18.4 X 34 TIRES, AND 3045 HOURS - SERIAL 3 RVS020063; IH 5288 WIDE FRONT DIESEL TRACTOR WITH CAB, 18.4 X 42 TIRES WITH DUALS, AND 7994 HOURS - SERIAL # 2580002U002999; IH 756 GAS WIDE FRONT TRACTOR WITH SINGLE OUTLET, 3 PT, 16.9 X 34 TIRES, AND 100 HOURS ON A NEW SMALL BLOCK - SERIAL # 10262 S-Y; AC 7040 DIESEL TRACTOR WITH CAB, FRONT WEIGHTS AND DUALS – SERIAL # 70406190; HYDRA-MAC 14C DIESEL GEAR ON GEAR DRIVE WITH PALLET FORKS, MANURE FORKS, MATERIAL BUCKET, BALE SPEAR, REBUILT ENGINE WITH 6117 HOURS; 1990 Chevrolet 4 x 4 truck with automatic, power windows, power locks, 5.7 V8 engine, and 153,000 miles; Polaris Magnum 425 4 x 4 - 4 wheeler with 4057 miles; Grasshopper 725K 61” deck mower with 1490 hours; Kent 24’ hydro fold field cultivator with mounted cultivator with like new shovels; Case IH 5400 drill with harrow; Glenco 5 shank chisel disc; Kewanee 13’ wheel disc; Brillion 15’ cultimulcher with inboard wheel; mounted 28’ harrow; BushHog 3 pt – 7’ rotary mower; New Idea 245 manure spreader with end gate; (2) J&M 250 bu hopper wagons on J&M gears; J&M 250 bu hopper wagon on JD gears with auger; hydraulic post hole auger; pull type single shank sub soiler; crapple bucket, rock bucket, pallet forks, and bale spear all to fit a New Holland; Katolight portable 35 KW generator; Buckeye 5 hp vertical air compressor; 5 hp gas air compressor; torch set with cart; drill press; Emglo 1 hp compressor; Honda 13 hp power washer; Paul portable livestock scales; 500 gallon electric fuel tank; 250 gallon electric fuel tank; 12’ trail type dump trailer with PTO; 21’ – 6” auger; gates; calf creep feeder; wood cement forms; 10’ x 6’ dual axle utility trailer; (3) flatbed hay wagons; 3 ring bulk bin; and other items not listed. Auctioneers Note: The Wilcox’s are retiring from farming and have decided to sell their farm and machinery at Public Auction. Go to AuctionZip to view photos.

CHARLES (Chuck) and PEG WILCOX

LOY AUCTION & REAL ESTATE PORTLAND INDIANA (260) 726-2700 AUCTIONEERS

Gary Loy Ben Lyons Aaron Loy Travis Theurer AU01031608 AU10700085 AU11200112 AU11200131

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

MISC. FOR SALE “Traeger wood pellet grill, small size, works perfectly, best way to grill, $150. Tonneau cover, tri-fold, like new, fits 6’ GM full size truck, $150. 937526-4798”

“1978 John Deere riding lawn mower, 42”” deck, good cond. 937-4596971”

GHS CLASS OF 1949 REUNION

“POLE BARNS Garage Kits and pole barns, we manufacture, we ship direct, “Clarinet with case, 6 you save. www.apreeds & stand. $300. mbuildings.com 888261-2488” Call 417-0839”

New website aids in recruitment RICHMOND, Ind. – A new web site developed to help with recruitment and promotion of the region has been designed and launched. BeReid.com is Reid’s newest physician recruiting tool. The site also connects Wayne County residents to activities, services, and lifestyle options in their own backyards. Likewise, the site presents a vibrant community proﬁle for physicians seeking to join the Reid medical family. “Modern physicians understand that complete health and wellness isn’t only a result of one’s physical condition. Factors such as an active lifestyle and supportive, accessible community connections also contribute to maintaining a robust body, mind and spirit,” said Craig Kinyon, Reid President/ CEO. “While the site provides us with a valuable tool for physician outreach, it also proﬁles the places, events, and activi-

ties of this region, as well as the culture and spirit of our people. It’s perfect for local residents and visitors, as well as professionals who are considering relocating to the area.” The website was developed to reflect the evolving Wayne County community, with a colorful and fluid design that showcases everything from historical landmarks to government agencies to activities and events for the young and not-so-young, alike. The site offers information from numerous local resources such as businesses, independent organizations, non-profits and governmental entities, making it easy for visitors to learn about Wayne County without having to jump from site to site for additional content. “One of the many great features of the site is an interactive map that highlights unique places and activities within a short drive,” Kinyon

said. “Visitors and physicians who are not familiar with the Wayne County area will get a broad sense of our approach to life, as well as ﬁnding speciﬁc details about housing and other lifestyle options, such as local schools and churches.”

GREENVILLE – Members from the Class of 1949 of Greenville High School recently celebrated their 65th class reunion at the Fairlawn Steak House in Greenville. The class members attending are (front row) Gene Young, Larry Kruckeberg, Pauline Dunn McCullough, Mary VanScoyk Krug, Sue Ungericht Corle, Pat Kreider Bowman, (back row) Miriam Coppess Bennett, Larry Wheeler, Mary Lou Rolfe Wheeler, Mary Arnett Miller, Walter Neal, Betty Lou Anthony Neal and Victor Hauberg.

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Ronnie Kaugher

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

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Reid again named among most wired health systems treatments,” says Rich Umbdenstock, president and CEO of the American Hospital Association. “Hospitals, their clinicians and their communities are doing tremendous work to enhance their IT systems in ways that support care and delivery improvement, and patient engagement goals.” Craig Kinyon, Reid President/ CEO, said Reid has always been a leader in the use of technology, which was a priority in the planning and construction of the replacement campus that opened in 20072008. “And we have continued to make sure we equip our caregivers with the best in Informa-

tion Technology because we understand the contribution it makes to excellence and safety in care.” In their review, 67 percent of Most Wired hospitals share critical patient information electronically with specialists and other care providers. Most Wired hospitals, those that meet a set of rigorous criteria across four operational categories, have made tremendous gains by using IT to reduce the likelihood of medical errors. Among Most Wired hospitals, 81 percent of medications are matched to the patient, nurse and order via bar code technology at the bedside. “Electronic data provides our

PUBLIC AUCTION

Located at 2658 Beamsville-Union City Road, Ansonia, Ohio (watch for signs) on:

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2014 AT 10:00 A.M. 2 TRACTORS, 3 RIDING MOWER’S, CRAFTSMAN TOOLS, MISC. ITEMS

MRS. MILDRED (JOE) HUNT, OWNER

JAMES R. HUNT & MARILYN BOWERS, P.O.A.’S RONNIE KAUGHER UNION CITY, OH 937-968-7279

AUCTIONEER’S

JEFF SLYDER UNION CITY, OH 937-968-5993

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

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FARMLAND AND REAL ESTATE AUCTION

Tuesday – Sept. 30th 2014 @ 5:PM 200 +/- ACRES W/ 2 HOMES

132 N. Main St (St. Rt. 503) – West Alexandria, OH 45381 Selling by the multi-parcel auction method – Offering in individual tracts & combined. {**Auction Site: Auction will be held at the home located on Tract # 1 at 132 N. Main St.**}

• 132 N. Main St. W. Alex. – This 200 +/- acres includes a newer custom built brick home with a walk out basement built in 2001. Home includes a great room with rear walk out deck, kitchen with custom oak cabinets, dining area, & built-in china cabinet. The split floor plan offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, including a suite w/ garden tub & walk-in closet. This home features attractive country views from every angle. Selling with 5 acres.

• 88 N. Main St. W. Alex. - The second home has been an excellent rental home with 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a detached garage, exterior siding, and standing seam roof. This home is in good condition and also sells with 5 acres. • The remaining 190 +/- acres is mostly tillable land and will be offered in 3 tracts (acreage to be determined), with occupancy at the removal of the current standing crop. Please visit WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for additional photos, aerial maps, etc. Full bidders packets are available by contacting the auction office at 937-548-2640. TERMS: $5,000 down per tract day of auction with balance due within 35 days from auction date.

NANCY GETTS, OWNER

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc

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

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guidelines, and education focused on the patient.” Love said the tools “enhance the quality of care, improve outcomes, avoid errors and adverse events, reduce costs, eliminate waste, and enhance overall satisfaction.” Health Care’s Most Wired Survey, conducted between Jan. 15 and March 15,

asked hospitals and health systems nationwide to answer questions regarding their IT initiatives. Respondents completed 680 surveys, representing 1,900 hospitals, or more than 30 percent of all U.S. hospitals. The July H&HN cover story detailing results is available at www. hhnmag.com.

Shuttle a success GREENVILLE – The City of Greenville and Greenville Transit System again offered Greenville residents The Darke County Fair Park & Ride Shuttle Service. The word is finally getting out that you don’t have to fight the fair traffic, you don’t have to pay to park or walk a long distance, but instead you can park at the Greenville Municipal building or the Darke County Offices on Wagner Avenue and

be dropped off at gate #3 for a $1 a person. GTS provided 1,416 rides safely to and from the 2014 fair. This is a decrease of 16% over last year, which is believed to be weather related. GTS provides wheelchair accessible vehicles and is a public transportation service open to the public. MV Transportation, Inc. provides the dayto-day operations. The drivers and staff did a fantastic job and the city

Reid Palliative Care aims to improve quality of life RICHMOND, Ind. – Reid Palliative Care, a recently expanded program, is designed to help ease pain and suffering for patients with chronic illnesses. People with conditions such as cancer, advanced heart failure, coronary disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, dementia and advanced osteoarthritis can benefit from this focused program, which is available by appointment at the Transition Center, 2021 Chester Blvd. in Richmond. Like hospice care, palliative medicine is not designed to cure disease. But unlike hospice, it is for patients who are simply dealing with difficultto-control symptoms—not necessarily dying from their disease. “Palliative care is something that all physicians provide to some extent, but our program focuses on it exclusively,” explained David DeSantis, MD, PhD, a family physician who serves as the program’s medical director. “Our goal is to help very ill patients learn how to manage their symptoms on a day-to-day basis and avoid being hospitalized for out of control pain, nausea, dehydration and other problems. Ideally, patients will be able to enjoy a much better quality of life as a result of participating in this program.” Dr. DeSantis, who is board certified in palliative care, has extensive experience in the primary care, hospital and nursing home settings. During a patient’s first appointment, Dr. DeSantis performs a thorough physical exam and asks the patient many questions, then works closely with a nurse practitioner, social worker, chaplain and

others to address the patients’ needs. Patients will have at least one visit with Dr. DeSantis, as well as with other care providers at the Transition Center as needed. Family members and caregivers are welcome to accompany patients during their appointments. Patients participate in the program for 30 days. During that time, the staff helps them: * Understand their hospital discharge instructions, if any (most, but not all, palliative care patients were recently discharged from a hospital). * Learn how to take their medications safely and accurately. * Gain coping skills, such as relaxation techniques. * Access hospital and community-based services that can help them cope, such as home health care, physical therapy, meal delivery and psychiatric counseling. * Understand their insurance coverage and obtain pre-certiﬁcations for additional services, if needed. Palliative medicine is designed to complement the care patients receive from their primary physician. After the 30day period, patients can return to the palliative care program for follow up, but will see their personal physician for ongoing medical needs. Dr. DeSantis and his staff will communicate with physicians about their patients’ palliative care plan. Patients can be referred to this program by their doctor or another health care professional, or they can refer themselves. For more information about the palliative care program, please call the Reid Transitional Care Center at (765) 935-8860.

and MV received many compliments on the service. This service has been provided since 2003 and has continued to grow each year. Thank you to Greenville City Council and the City Administration for supporting public transportation in the community. If you used this fair shuttle service or you use the regular GTS service, please call or write your Greenville City Council members and let them know how important GTS is to the community. To ride GTS, call 547-1811.

Ed Curry, Annie Oakley Golf Tournament chairman, presented the Hall of Fame plaque to Wayne Deschambeau, president/CEO of Wayne HealthCare.

Hospital inducted into Hall of Fame GREENVILLE – The Annie Oakley Golf Tournament Committee recently inducted Wayne HealthCare into the Hall of Fame, which was established in 2006, the year of the tournament’s 25th anniversary. Criteria for this honor was decided by the committee and consists of long term participation, enthusiasm, and support of the committee’s goals in helping Darke County cancer patients. Wayne HealthCare is a state of the art facility which works diligently with individuals and or-

ganizations from around the region to meet the ongoing healthcare needs of the community. They have routinely supported the golf tournament which donates all proceeds to the Cancer Association of Darke County, to help cancer patients living in Darke County. The plaque was presented to Wayne Deschambeau by Ed Curry, chairman of the tournament. The golf committee is very much appreciative of the support that Wayne HealthCare has given over the years.

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Sat.- Sept. 6th @ 9:30 AM 10101 St. Rt. 47 - Union City, OH

MECHANIC TOOLS – SHOP EQUIPMENTZTR MOWER Cub Cadet RZT 22 hp Zero turn mower; Black Max 5 hp vertical air compressor; Yard machine 8 hp. 26 inch snow blower; Dayton shop fan; Motorcycle Hydro lift; Double bench grinder 3/4 hp.; New Bostitch 18 gauge nail gun kit; Bench vice; (2) sets adjustable jack stands; Framing lumber; Wood trim; Sawhorses; Wheelbarrow; Shop light; Roller stands; Good selection mechanic tools, socket sets, quality brands; Tarps; Welding rod and supplies; Air hose and reel; House framing Jacks; Bottle jacks; Power tools, air tools, Garden tools; Drill bit sharpener; circular saw; B&D recip. saw; Creeper; Hand cart; Rolling toolbox; Shop vac; Car ramps; Floor Jack; (2) 8 foot Louisville stepladders; Dremel tools; Selection of jeweler and Clock working tools; Two metal detectors; ANTIQUES – HOUSEHOLD – APPLIANCES 6 1/2 ft. early walnut grandfather clock; Oak cabinet with Indianhead brass plaque; 4 1/2 ft curio cabinet; Oak rocker; Early cast iron cook stove; “Roundoak” cast iron ornate heat stove; Oak roll-top desk (needs assembled); Oak wash stand; Parlor table; Set of blue Bavaria China; Collec. of character mugs; Porcelain cardinal bird figs; (2) Geshee dolls in glass; Mexican bride doll in glass; Mini teacups; Sad iron; Mini music boxes; Two small cranberry bud vases; Salt dips; Crescent mini cast-iron stove; Fern stand; Figural decanters; Kerosene lamp; Bowl & pitcher; Mickey Mouse items; 1962 pony tail Barbie and case; Canes and walking sticks; Daisy double barrel pop gun; Sm. child’s Rocker; Gun cleaning kits; Pocket watches; Primitive hand tools; 1960s 70s 80s Ohio hunting licenses; Household, Frigidaire refrigerator freezer; Bookshelves; Gas grill; 10 x 10 standup gazebo; Two portable sewing machine; Kneehole desk; Two drawer oak file cabinet; Sm electrical appliances; Window AC units; Treadmill; Classic DVD collection; Stereo & electronics equip.; Coolers; (2) sewing mach.; Sewing supplies, Partial bolts of material; LARGE HARLEY DAVIDSON MEMOR.COLLECTION – ANTIQUE CLOCKS – SLOT MACHINES– COINS Approx. 100 pieces of Harley Davidson new in box collectibles, including die cast scale motorcycles, Ken and Barbie doll figures, commemorative fuel tank sets, clock, lamp, trucks and other anniversary toys, “Mega blocks” kits, animated figures, bean bag dolls in cubes, plus many more unlisted Harley Davidson novelties. Coins include approximately 10 silver dollars, wheat pennies, nickels dimes and quarters; Approx. 10 mantel clocks include Seth Thomas, New Haven, Plymouth, GE,; (2) Cuckoo clocks; Anniversary dome clocks; (2) School house style clocks; Sel. of clock repair parts, manuals, works kits etc.; Sel. of clock repair tools/jeweler tools etc.; (2) vintage slot machines include five cent spanks gumball slot machine, casino slot machine and tokens; Many more items not listed! Terms: All items must be paid for and picked up day of auction. Accepted payment is cash, check w/ ID, and Master Card or Visa w/ an additional 3% clerking fee. Please visit our website WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS. COM for more info and pictures.

Roberta Godown, Owner

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc

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

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1957 Massey-Harris 50 utility tractor; 1946 McCormick-Deering-Farmall BN tractor; old horse drawn plow; 6’ spring tooth harrow; Ferguson 65 2-bottom 12” plow; 5 ½’ field chopper; 2-row corn cultivator; 3pt. Massey-Harris slip scoop; 6’ Imco 3pt. blade; 12” 3pt. post hole digger; fork lift for 3pt. hitch; 3 pt. buzz saw w/28” blade; Gilson cement mixer; 54” x 7 ½’ Haulin trailer w/tilt bed; 4’ x8’ trailer w/12v. winch & diamond steel bed; tractor wh. weights; 5” belt PTO pulley; 3/4hp. 220v. Worthington & 2hp. 100psi air compressors; Smith AC welder; misc. welding items; DuraCraft bench top & Sprunger floor drill presses; dbl. wh. grinders; Wilton metal cutting band saw; 4” bench vise; 3/8” air drills, chisels, ratchet wrench & impact; B & D 3” sander, 4 ½” & 6” grinders; 10” Milwaukee miter saw w/stand & sawzall; Bridge Point/Armstrong 1¼” to 1/8” pipe threader; pipe vise; pipe cutter; Little Giant tap & die; acyclene cart w/gauges & torch; CRAFTSMAN TOOLS: 2500psi power washer w/190cc Briggs engine, lg. stackable tool box, very lg. asst. of socket sets, circle saw, level, open & box end wrenches, swivel sockets, sm. hand tools, new & old tool boxes, chain saw etc; 12pc. wood boring set; wood planes; lot of misc. sm. hand & elect. tools; 14hp. JD LX176-K 38”, 17.5 Yardman 42” hyd. stat., Massey-Ferguson 12 variable speed riding mowers; 42” JD snow blade & chains; JD bagger; 20” Yard Machine; 5.5hp. 21” MTD Yard Machine & 22” Murray 508 high wh. push mowers; Huffy elect. mower; 3hp. gas Fimco sprayer w/8’ boom; garden cultivator; 175 Ranch King & Scotts spreaders; Lawn Groom sweeper; MTD air sweeper; 50 gal. gas tank; gas cans; Toro elect. leaf blower; Weed Eater blower; B & D elect. hedge trimmers; cyclone seeder; elect. Power a Till tiller; lawn & garden tools; al. step ladders; 16gal. shop vac; Farm King heater; chains; car ramps; 2-wh. cart; 2 pallet jack; 3-ton floor jack & others; 12v. Burr lift wh. chair carrier; sm. & lg. organizers; misc. nuts, bolts, fasteners etc; OLD ITEMS: lg. anvil, Barnes hand pump, corn cutter, Fordson tractor tool box, draw knife, hay hooks, single & dbl. tree, nail keg, hand feed scoop, rope pulley, Fairbanks platform scales, reel mowers, Army shovel; minnow bucket, wash tubs; glider; patio table w/umbrella; 2 park benches; fountain; 2 Amish heaters; ping pong table; luggage; Troxel tricycle; boys Special Cruiser, girls West Point, girls Murray bikes & others; lg. amt. of scrap al. & steel; several pcs. of 2¼” x 3 ½” angle iron; lg. asst. of lumber & items too numerous to mention. Check website for complete listing & pictures www.KaugherAuctioneer.com or www.auctionzip.com #2005

health care providers and patients with specific information for the services that patients receive,” said Tim Love, Director of Information Services at Reid. “Various tools have been implemented to inﬂuence health care decisions. Our tools include conditionspeciﬁc computerized alerts, reminders,

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RICHMOND, Ind. – Reid has again been recognized as one of the nation’s Most Wired Hospitals in a study released in the July 2014 issue of Hospitals & Health Networks magazine. This is the seventh time Reid has received the recognition, which highlights the use of technology to connect care providers and patients and provide the highest quality of care by integrating information to improve care. “The Most Wired data shows that shared health information allows clinicians and patients to have the information they need to promote health and make the most informed decisions about

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Successful relay for Joan’s Kids VERSAILLES – On July 26, a couple hundred people walked the track at Heritage Park in Versailles to honor, remember and support loved ones who are either facing the journey of cancer right now or who have lost their

journey. Even though it wasn’t a very nice evening for walking with rain showers falling, everyone there was there with love in their hearts. This year, Joan’s Kids would like to “Thank” Amvets Auxiliary, Amvets,

Amvet Sons, B & D Transportation, Witt Investments and the Bradford Pumpkin Show. Without all of their support they could not reach the goals they have. Also, thanks to all of the Little Princesses, everyone who had Chicken Noodles

and who bought pies. Without you they could not achieve all they do. Winners of the drawings were as follows: Ohio State Quilt - Cherie Roeth, Family Basket - Ashley Chupp, Boys Basket - Teri Oestre-

icher, Pampered Princess Basket Teri Oestreicher, Make-up Girls Basket - Sylvia Schoonover, Kids Coloring Book Basket - Ashley Chupp, Reds Basket - Natasha Hackett, Browns Basket - Kim Custenborder, Pink

Flip Flop Basket - Pam Bolin, White Curel Basket - Kristy, Lottery Basket - Stacey Owens, Purple Curel Basket - Susie Norton, Pillow Cases - Susie Norton & Denise Laub and The Bengals items - Steve Kenworthy.

September events at M-U Library WEST MILTON – The following is a list of events and activities at the Milton-Union Public Library in September. The Milton-Union Public Library is located at 560 S. Main Street, West Milton, Ohio. For more information on upcoming programs or events please call the library at 6985515 or visit www. mupubliclibrary. org or ﬁnd us on Facebook. Sept. 2 – Teen Game Night, 6-7:30 p.m., for ages 12 and up. Board games will be provided, but feel free to bring your own to play with the group. (No video games, please.) Snacks will be provided. Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 – Tiny Tots, an interac-

tive program for infants, toddlers, and their caregivers, 1-1:30 p.m. Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24 – Story Hours, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Children from ages 3 to 5 (and their caregivers) can enjoy stories, puppet shows, and crafts at the library. Call the library or visit their website for details on weekly themes. Sept. 4 – The New Friends of the Milton-Union Public Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. To learn more about joining the Friends group, call the library or stop in to pick up a brochure. Sept. 8, 15, 22 and 29 – The Crafty Listeners meet, 1-2 p.m., to listen to an audio book while

working on craft projects, both joint and individual. This talented group is always willing to welcome new members and share their expertise. There will be no Crafty Listeners on Sept. 1 due to Labor Day. Sept. 9 – The Milton-Union Public Library Just-a-Little Inspiration book discussion group will meet at 11 a.m. to discuss A Time to Love by Al Lacy. Call the library for information about discussion groups. Sept. 9 – The Milton-Union Public Library will be hosting its Pinterest Craft of the Month, 6-7:30 p.m. This month’s craft will be about Decorated Drinking Glasses. Please contact the

library to sign up or for more details. Sept. 11–13 – The New Friends of the MiltonUnion Public Library will be having its Fall Book Sale in the library multi-purpose room. The sale dates and times are: Sept. 11 – (Friends Members Night), 4-8 p.m.; Sept. 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sept. 13, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (bag sale from 3-5 p.m.). Sept. 15 – The Milton-Union Public Library Evening Book Discussion Group will meet at 7 p.m. to discuss The World’s Strongest Librarian by Josh Hanagarne. Call the library at 698-5515 for information about book discussion groups.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2014 10:00 AM 544 N. STATE LINE RD., UNION CITY, OHIO

Directions: From Greenville, Ohio take St. Rt. 571 WEST to Union City. Turn RIGHT or NORTH onto Ohio-Indiana State Line Rd. WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY. TRUCK 1990 GMC SIERRA SLE 1500 EXT. CAB P.U. 350-V8, Auto, Air, Tilt, Cruise, P.W., P.L., 8 Ft. Bed, only 121,183 miles, Maroon & Gray, Leer Fiberglass Topper & Running Boards. ANTIQUE FURNITURE 3 Pc. Depression Victorian Style Bedroom Suite (very ornate); 3 Leg Wall Hugger Table; Early Oak Rocker w/ Upholstered Seat; Oak Curved Glass China Cupboard (very nice); 2 Pc. Kitchen Cupboard; Early Oak School Desk; Spiral Leg Lamp Table; Lane Waterfall Cedar Chest; Wood Dresser & Mirror (painted); Oak Child’s Chair; Oak Sewing Rocker; Ornate Wood Hall Tree; Wood Knick Knack Stand; several Standing & Table Lamps; Wood Hi-Chair. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Silvertone Guitar; Wood Doll Cradle; Enterprise & Universal Hand Crank Meat Grinders; Early Egg Scales; Early Rug Beater; Wood Rolling Pin; Sharpening Stihl; Early Coca-Cola Thermometer; ’45 & ’33 Records; Early Books; 1922 & 1927 Newspapers; Oil Lamps; Lg. Insulator; several Early Dolls; Ice Tongs; Lard Stirrer; 2 Man Cross Cut Saw; Wood Block Plane; #8 Wagner Skillet; #6 Griswold; Implement Seat; (6) Single Trees; Early Marbles; Early Wood White Mountain Hand Crank Ice Cream Freezer (Patt. 1923); 60’s & 70’s Jackson & Miss. Year Books; Qt. & ½ Pt. Glass Dairy Bottles; Crock Bowls; Pink, Green & Yellow Depression items; Stemware; P. Glass; USS Wyman Ship Plate; Marksman .177 Cal. Pellet Repeater Pistol. LAWN TRACTORS – EQUIPMENT - TOOLS Wheel Horse Toro 13 H.P., 38” Cut, HXL Hydro Lawn Tractor; Homemade Lawn Tractor (very unique); Toro S-200 Elec. Snow Blower; Delta/Milwaukee Band Saw; Central 12 Spd. H. Duty Bench Drill Press; Craftsman 10” Miter Chop Saw; Dbl. Bench Grinder on Pedestal; Delta Table Saw; Portable Air Compressor; 4 Ft. Wood Lathe (4 Spd.); 4” Belt Sander; Ryobi 10” Surface Planer; 1300 P.S.I. Pressure Washer; Milwaukee Sawzall (in case); Craftsman Router (in case); (3) Elec. Chain Saws; 2-Ton Floor Jack; Acetylene Torch Cart, Gauges, Tanks; H. Duty Anvil; H. Duty Bldg. Jack; several Pipe Clamps; 15 lb. Propane Heater; Welding Table w/ Vise; Craftsman Tool Box. ELEC. – AIR – HAND TOOLS – EQUIP. Air Chisel; Air Sander; Air Impact; Block Planes; Black & Decker ½” Hammer Drill; Chisels; Punches; several 3/8” Elec. Drills; (2) Circ. Saws; Jig Saw; Elec. Sanders; Black & Decker Polisher; Btl. Jack; Ext. Cords; Car Ramps; several Ladders (various sizes); Pole Tree Trimmers; Paint Guns; Log Chains; several Coleman Lanterns; Coleman Camp Stove; Levels; Pruners; Saw Horses; 100 Ft. Cloth Tape; Compression Tester; Metal & Poly Tool Boxes; Craftsman Open & Box Wrenches; (2) Drill Vises; Allen Wrenches; Drill Bits; Hitch Pins; CClamps; Hammers; 3/8” & ½” Sockets, Ratchets; Air Hoses; Makita Cordless Drill; Saw Blades; Welding Clamps; Vise Grips; several Gear Pullers; Adj. Wrenches; Pipe Wrenches; (2) Hatchets; Pry & Spud Bars; Tap & Die Sets; Cement Tools; 2 Whl. Hand Truck; Loading Ramps; Bolts; Nuts; Nails; Screws; misc. Hardware; Wire; misc. Engine Parts; Elec. Motors; misc. Scrap Metal & Steel; Bicycle Parts; Rubber Tire Whl. Barrel; Wood Wagon Wheel; 4 Ft. x 6 Ft. 2 Wheel Trailer; 4 Wheel (2) Passenger Bicycle w/ optional Gas Engine; 4 Ft. Lawn Tractor Snow Blade. MODERN FURNITURE & APPLIANCES 3-Cushion Sofa w/ matching Recliner (Brown/Tan); Floral Striped Love Seat (Maroon); (2) Maroon Leather La-Z-Boy Rocker Recliners; Maple Dbl. Drop Table; several Lamp & End Tables; Oak Base Rocker; Wood Book Shelf; Dining Room Table w/ Leaf & (4) Spindle Back Chairs; Glass Top Patio Table & (4) Chairs; 4 Pc. Waterfall Bedroom Suite (antiqued); Dbl. Bed w/ Mattress; Maytag Elec. Washer & Dryer; Emerson Microwave Oven; several Folding Chairs; Window Air Cond.; 6 Ft. Wood Picnic Table; RCA 26” Flat Screen TV; Magnus Elec. Organ; Wall Mirrors. MISC. Herring-Hall Combination Safe; Handicap items; several Fans; 7x35 Binoculars; numerous Pictures; TV’s; Figurines; Pots; Pans; Baking Dishes; Tupperware; Silverware; Cups; Glasses; Elec. Kitchen Appliances; Kitchen Utensils; Knives; Radio’s; Bath & T-Towels; Blankets; Bedding; Curtains; Smoker/Cooker; Rakes; Shovels; Yard Tools.

Sept. 16 – The Board of Trustees of the MiltonUnion Public Library will meet at 7 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. Sept. 18 – The Milton-Union Public Library High Nooners book discussion group will meet at noon to discuss The Story of Beautiful Girl by Rachel Simon. Call the library for information about book discussion groups. Sept. 18 – Karen Purke, a Miami County artist will visit the library for a book signing event at 6 p.m. showcasing her local focus art books. Please contact the library for details. Sept. 20 and 27 – The MiltonUnion Public Library presents Saturday Showcase – catch a movie from 2:304:30 p.m. On Sept. 20 the library will feature “Matilda” (PG) and on Sept. 27 the feature will be “Hook” (PG). Enjoy popcorn and light refreshments. These movie events are free. Sept. 22 and 29 – The Buddy Reading program resumes in midSeptember and school age children are invited to come by the library and be partnered with an adult or high school reading partner to practice reading from 6:30-8 p.m. Belle the therapy dog will be visiting during Buddy Reading on Sept. 22. After Sept. 22, Belle will visit during Buddy reading every ﬁrst Monday

RICHMOND, Ind. – Dr. Michael Smith, Reid emergency physician and Medical Director for Emergency Medical Services, was named the Medical Director of the Year at the recent Indiana Emergency Response Conference. Dr. Smith was recognized by demonstrating “proﬁciency in oversight” and “an attitude of professionalism” to coworkers and the public. His citation recognized his efforts in serving as Wayne County’s EMS Medical Director for two years, using an emergency response vehicle to respond to calls at times, implementing Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support ambulances and developing other programs. “The skills and training that Dr. Smith has shared with his teams have served our patients and families in immeasurable ways,” said Craig Kinyon, Reid President/ CEO. “This rec-

ognition puts a bright light on the significant impact he has had in changing lives in eastern Indiana and western Ohio.” Dr. Smith, of Oxford, has been at Reid for seven years and is also Medical Director for over 20 agencies in Wayne, Union, Randolph and Preble (Ohio) Counties. Dr. Smith provides medical oversight for these agencies and develops protocols for all responders to use when treating patients. “I’m very grateful for the recognition,” he said. “More than anything, I’m grateful for the efforts of local EMTs, firefighters, and law enforcement officers to provide a quality emergency response system in our region. It is easy to look good when one is lucky enough to work with such outstanding first responders. This award reflects chiefly upon the professionalism and dedication of our system as a whole.”

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2014 10:00 AM

413 S. MAIN STREET, ARCANUM, OHIO 45304 Directions: Off of St. Rt. 49 take Alt. St. Rt. 49 into Arcanum. Follow Main Street in Arcanum to 413 S. Main Street. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) 1993 CHEVROLET LUMINA – LAWN EQUIPMENT – JAZZY SCOOTER – POWER & HAND TOOLS - ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES – FURNITURE & APPLIANCES – MISC.

RICHARD REED – OWNER THE FORMER ESTATE OF MYRTLE POLING

Office: (937)316-8400 Mobile: (937)459-7686

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GUN SHOP LIQUIDATION DARKE COUNTY GUNS & AMMO, LLC. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2014 1:30 PM (DOORS OPEN AT 12:00 NOON)

109 S. MAIN STREET, ANSONIA, OHIO Directions: From Greenville, Ohio take S.R. 118 NORTH approximately 7 miles to Ansonia, Ohio. Cross over Railroad Tracks, Gun Shop is in the 1st Block on the RIGHT. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS)

LONG GUNS – HANDGUNS – AMMO – ARCHERY ITEMS & SUPPLIES – GUN ACCESSORIES – RELOADING SUPPLIES – TRAP THROWERS – STORE DISPLAYS – GLASS SHOW CASES – METAL SHELVING & RACKS – OFFICE ITEMS & MISC.

DARKE COUNTY GUNS & AMMO, LLC. OWNERS

TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • We must collect sales tax. • All items must be paid for on day of auction. • All sales are final. • Visit us online at www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Good Food & Good Times Available on Site! • ALL FFL (FEDERAL FIREARM LAWS WILL

ORA & MARY HAMPSHIRE – TRUST Joy Chalfant – Trustee Nathan Hosek, Attorney.

• TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • Visit us online at www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Good Food & Good Times Available on Site! REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our Office: (937)316-8400 sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Mobile: (937)459-7686 Kirby & Staff

of the month. Sept. 25 – The Milton-Union Public Library presents a Community Employment Program from noon to 2 p.m. Join Jeff Steele, an employment specialist, as he explains ways to get a jump-start on your path to employment. Sept. 25 – The Milton-Union Public Library presents a Genealogy Program with expert Amie Tennant, 6 p.m. Join Amy as she revisits the library with more tips and techniques on how to help you re-discover your family’s history. The MiltonUnion Public Library will be closed Sept. 1 for the Labor Day Holiday.

Emergency doctor earns top award

APPLY). BACKGROUND CHECKS & TRANSFERS WILL BE CONDUCTED ON SITE BY DARKE COUNTY GUNS & AMMO.

Office: (937)316-8400 Mobile: (937)459-7686

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Alumni mentoring program at Edison PIQUA – Edison Community College’s Alumni Association is piloting a new Alumni Mentoring Program for current Edison students. Beginning this fall, the program aims to prepare students for the transition from college to their professional lives; foster student networking opportunities, which can potentially lead to employment; and streamline the change from student status to active alumni association membership. The College is currently seeking applications from alumni of Edison who are interested in becoming a mentor as well as current students seeking mentorship. Mentor and mentee applications are available online at www.edisonohio.edu/ mentoringprogram. To ensure lasting relationships, pairs will

be created based on similarities in career ﬁeld, major, hometown, hobbies, and interests. Information submitted will be kept on ﬁle until applicants are assigned to a pair. The Edison Community College Alumni Association is committed to creating a modern, global community for its 10,000 plus graduates. The Alumni Association exists to promote the general welfare of the College and its graduates, facilitate lifelong learning opportunities and stimulates lasting means of communication. Questions regarding the application process or Edison’s Alumni Association can be directed to Carrie Rinehart, Coordinator of Annual Giving and Alumni Relations at 778-7993 or crinehart@edisonohio. edu.

Citizens meeting set for Sept. 2 WINCHESTER, Ind. – Concerned Citizens of Randolph County is holding the second of a series of town hall style meetings. The purpose of these monthly meetings is to learn what is currently happening at both the local and state levels of government and how this affects your wallet and daily lives. Program moderator is local attorney Dale Arnett. The program includes a Question and

Answer segment to address your concerns. The speakers are Bob McCoy and Max Holaday, Randolph County Council and Bill Terrell, County Commission. They will be discussing the new economic development plan and possible new local option income tax. The meeting will be held Sept. 2, 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.), at the Lynn, Ind. City Building.

Tailgating planned at First Fridays GREENVILLE – Join First Presbyterian Church, 114 East Fourth St., Greenville, for another Tailgating Party during Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event on Sept. 5, 6–8 p.m. Free parking and ice cream to go with all the “ﬁxins” will be available outside the church. Tables and chairs will also be available for anyone that wishes to rest or stop and enjoy some socializing while listening to Christian music. The Theatre on Third Street movie will begin at dusk. Just a short hop and skip east of Broadway on Fourth Street (di-

rectly behind Second National Bank Broadway branch) the Presbyterians are excited to once again join in the festivities of Main Street Greenville’s First Friday. Don’t forget to register for a chance to win an iPad when you pick up your ice cream. The drawing will be held on Sept. 14 at First Presbyterian Church following Worship (during Coffee Hour) at approximately 11:30 a.m. One registration per person; staff members, deacons and elders are not eligible; registration form must be completed and legible to qualify.

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GREENVILLE – Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, family, and friends for an outdoor showing of the The Lego Movie during Main Street Greenville’s First Friday event, Theater on Third. The First Friday event will take place on Sept. 5, 6-9 p.m. Main Street Greenville encourages everyone to dine and shop downtown from 6-8:30 p.m. with the movie starting at dusk (around 8:30 p.m.). Theater on Third, an outdoor movie experience, will be located in the parking lot behind Bach to Rock. The movie will be projected onto the elementsLife building (120 W. Third St.). The movie is free and open to all; kindly sponsored by Greenville National Bank. As with every First Friday, many downtown businesses will be open late. Make sure you check out the following, with many other downtown businesses staying open late for the evening: * First Presbyterian

GREENVILLE – Wayne Healthcare will be sponsoring the first exhibit of the season Sept 6 - 27 of a Vintage Red Cross poster collection. Shown are Terri Flood from Wayne Healthcare and Marcia Weidner director of the Anna Bier Gallery. The gallery will be open during the first Friday event on Sept. 6, 6-9 p.m. Regular gallery hours are Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Court report GREENVILLE – Jonathan P. Hein, judge of the Darke County Court of Common Pleas, reported on the following actions undertaken by the court for the month of July. Thirty-six new civil cases were ﬁled or reopened, 31 civil cases completed and 129 civil cases remain pending. There were 30 new criminal (felony) cases ﬁled, 26 criminal cases completed and 79 criminal cases remain pending.

Regarding domestic relations cases, 43 new cases or motions were ﬁled or reopened, 20 cases or motions were completed and 121 cases remain pending. None of the cases pending on the docket exceed the time requirements set by the Ohio Supreme Court for completion. For more information, contact Judge Jonathan P. Hein, Common Pleas Court, Courthouse, Greenville, Ohio 45331, 547-7325.

GREENVILLE – Greenville Moose #329 will be holding its Second Annual Poker Run for FAME (Financial Assistance Medical Emergencies) on Sept. 6. Sign up is at 11 a.m., ﬁrst bike out at Noon, with a 50/50 drawing to be held at 6 p.m. There will also be door prizes, a DJ and food available for purchase.

FAME is a non-proﬁt charitable organization providing ﬁnancial assistance for medical needs to Darke Countians when other help is unavailable. The public is invited to participate in the event; all proceeds stay in Darke County.

Vocal Music Greenville Moose to hold Boosters GREENVILLE – The Poker Run for FAME Greenville High School

Vocal Music Boosters invite all parents of students in the high school vocal music program to attend their ﬁrst meeting of the new school year. The meeting will take place on Sept. 2, 7 p.m., in the Choir Room at Greenville High School.

Candidates atWINCHESTER, forum Ind.

– Randolph County Tea Party is holding a forum for the upcoming election of Indiana House of Representative District 33. Candidates are current Representative Republican Greg Beumer and challenger Democrat Shon Byrum. After opening statements by the candidates, the ﬂoor will be open for question and answer from the audience. Questions will not be screened. The forum will be held Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m., at the Moose Lodge, 191 N. Middle School Road, Winchester, Ind.

Church - free ice cream and parking from 6-8 p.m. (114 E. 4th St.) * Red Cross presents a rare Vintage Poster Gallery from 6-8 p.m. at the Anna Bier Gallery in the St. Clair Memorial Hall * Live Music at Montage Cafe - The Green de Villes from 6:30-9:30 p.m. * 20% off all Tervis Tumblers and 30% off Yankee Candles at Readmore’s Hallmark * 20% off Loly in the Sky shoes at Sadie Grace * Live Music at The Coffee Pot - Adam Liette from 7-9 p.m. * Double M Diner will be open until 8 p.m. Main Street Greenville is a non-proﬁt organization committed to stimulating and supporting revitalization efforts, historic preservation and economic growth in Historic Downtown Greenville. To learn more about the organization, visit www.DowntownGreenville.org or call 548-4998. You can also like the organization on Facebook to receive updates on a regular basis (www.facebook.com/ mainstreetgreenville).

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Prairie Days Pie Baking Contest to be held Sept. 27 DARKE COUNTY Do you have the best pie in Darke County? Let’s ﬁnd out who really does! Come join us on Saturday, Sept. 27 for our annual Prairie Days Pie Baking Contest, held at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, located at 4267 St. Rt. 502 West.

The rules are simple. Have your pie (or pies if you would like to enter more than one) to the Nature Center between 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Judging will promptly start at 10. The pies will be divided into the following categories: Apple, Berry, Peach and Other. There is a

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DC Home Fall Festival

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Home Fall Festival will be held Sept. 14, noon to 3 p.m., at 5105 County Home Road, Greenville. They will have hot dogs, chips, hot cider, pumpkins, mums and other fall items available for sale. All proceeds beneﬁt the Darke County Home residents’ activity fund. The public is invited.

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5K run/walk will support students CLAYTON – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Education Foundation will be holding the seventh annual MVCTC “Pi Miler” - 5K Run/Walk on Sept. 27, 10 a.m., on the MVCTC Campus, 6800 Hoke Road, Clayton.

Edison Community College collects for troops to honor 9/11 PIQUA - In honor of the upcoming 9/11 National Day of Service, Edison Community College is hosting a care package drive for troops through September 14. Those interested in helping to support the troops with nonperishable foods, toiletries, and books are asked to deliver goods to designated barrels around the Piqua Campus. Donations can also be dropped off at the Miami Valley Centre Mall and Kroger in Piqua. AmeriCorps volunteers have made this initiative possible. Now in its ﬁfth decade of service, Edison Community College is committed to providing higher education and advanced training opportunities for

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