Early Bird Online 09-07-14

THE EARLY BIRD NEWSPAPER

www.bluebagmedia.com

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2014

Medal of Honor recipient to speak at Dickey display opening GREENVILLE – “This is significant,” said Garst Museum BOB ROBINSON Executive Associate Editor Director bluebagmedia.com Clay Johnson. “You don’t get a Major General to come here and speak, much less a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient.”

Major General James E. Livingston, USMC Retired, awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor in 1970, is the

tentative speaker for the unveiling of the PFC Douglas Dickey Medal of Honor Exhibit on Nov. 14. “It’s on his schedule; he’s committed,” added Johnson. “He’ll be here, but nothing is ever firm until the dotted line is signed.”

While the specific agenda of the opening, and the exhibit itself, are still in the planning stages, Johnson was pleased at the response of various veterans and veteran groups to the event. “There will be significant veteran appear-

ances,” Johnson said.

He added former Garst intern and current volunteer, David Manges, a retired military Major, has taken a special interest in the event. “He will be hosting several of our visitors in his home.”

Johnson said they were still developing the design of the exhibit.

“Research is continuing, putting together artifacts...” Once that has been determined, then the final planning can come together.

Johnson said there has been considerable

interest in PFC Dickey’s Medal of Honor since the story was published (The Early Bird/Bluebag Media, July 20). “I’ve had a lot of people come in and make comments about it, even during the Gathering.”

The PFC Douglas Dickey USMC Medal of Honor Exhibit will be formally opened on Nov. 14 as part of the Garst Lecture Series, with Livingston as the guest speaker. “A major general… living Medal of Honor recipient… “It’s a big deal!” Johnson

exclaimed. The second event in the series, it is Garst Museum’s Veteran’s Day Observance.

The first of the series is a film, Life in Greenville in 1939, on Oct. 12.

Johnson thanked Brian Giesse for his efforts on their behalf, as well as the Chamber of Commerce for its sponsorship. In February Garst will feature a presentation about Longtown by Roane Smothers of the Union Literary Institute Preservation Society.

The final event on March 15 will focus on Zachary

Lansdowne, commander of the ill-fated airship, USS Shenandoah.

Major General James E. Livingston

Resident must move clubhouse due to zoning violations

The American Red Cross, Darke Co. Chapter gave a lesson in Citizens CPR at the United Way Campaign Kickoff. Heather Garbig, Chad Henry and Tina McClanahan work on chest compressions at their table. (Ryan Berry photo)

United Way sets $375,000 as goal GREENVILLE – According to Lauren Henry, executive director of RYAN BERRY the Darke Managing Editor County Unitbluebagmedia.com ed Way, donations to the organization do make a difference in the lives of area residents.

The United Way supports 27 partner programs that impact the health, education and stability of thousands of people of all ages living in the county. The Darke County United Way kicked off its 67th annual fundraising campaign on Sept. 3 to support its partner programs.

After exceeding its goal of $360,000 last year, the United Way is hoping to raise at least $375,000 this year. Henry pointed out the agency raised nearly $400,000 in 2013, which was the first time since 2007 they were able to approach that figure.

In order to reach and exceed this year’s goal the United Way is going to need support from local corporations and individuals. Henry noted the county’s business community has shown great support in the past with 83 corporate campaigns.

She said, “Every dollar makes a difference. It is the reason why we’ll get to $375,000.” One of the biggest sponsors and corporate campaigns comes from Whirlpool and the KitchenAid Experience.

Through employee contributions and a match from their foundation, they were able to give nearly $133,000 last year.

“Whirlpool and KitchenAid fund 1/3 of our campaign,” said Henry.

While employee and corporate contributions are extremely important, individual contributions are just as important. Last year, the organization had 29 individuals give $1,000 or more and two gave over $5,000.

Do the donations make a difference? Do they really change lives? Community Action Partnership (CAP), one of the partner programs, believes they do. CAP shared a thank you note from an individual who stayed in the organization’s Emergency Homeless Shelter. The individual is a veteran that had fallen on hard times.

In his note, he said, “You have given me a new lease on life.” He went on to write, “I hope one day to be a model success story.”

Another program that is making a difference is the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. After talking to a teacher after a prekindergarten screening, Henry learned there were kids coming in that didn’t know how to hold a book.

They were never read to and never had the opportunity to hold a book. The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a literacy program that provides a book each month from birth up to the child’s fifth birthday. The first book they receive is The Little Engine That Could; Dolly’s favorite. Since starting the program, the United Way has given over 10,000 free books. They started with 35 children and now have 373 kids enrolled. Nearly

300 have graduated from the program.

If you would like to make a difference in a person’s life and ultimately in your community, contact the Darke County United Way, 547-1272 or unitedway@darkecountyunitedway.org.

The 2014 partner programs include American Red Cross, Darke Co. Chapter, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke Co., Boys & Girls Club of Greenville, Bridge the Gap, Cancer Association of Darke County, Catholic Social Services Counseling Services, CAP Emergency Homeless Shelter, CAP Medical and General Transportation, CAP Supportive Housing, Community Services for Deaf Family Service Association, Community Unity, Council on Rural Services (CORS) Achievement Center for Educational Success, CORS Gateway Youth Programs, CORS Retired & Senior Volunteer Program, Darke County Endowment Fund, Darke County Extension Service 4-H, Darke County Recovery Services, Darke County YMCA Financial Assistance, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, FAME (Financial Assistance for Medical Emergencies), Familywize Prescription Drug Discount Program, FISH Choice Pantry, Grace Resurrection Community Center, Miami Valley Boy Scouts Council, Rehabilitation Center for Neurological Development, SafeHaven, Inc., State of the Heart Hospice Bereavement Programs and Stuff a Bus.

Darke County Humane Society & St. Mary’s School presents:

DCHS (PAWS) BINGO

EVERY WED. & THURS. 848 Martin St., Greenville Doors open at 5pm Bingo at 6:30 Cosmic Bingo - 1st Friday Every Month Police Beat .................pg. 3

Grumpy Side of 60 .....pg. 5

Obituaries ...................pg. 4

Church/Social ........ pg. 6-7

On Your Mind .............pg. 5

Sports ...................... pg. 8-9

GREENVILLE – “It’s a clubhouse!!” said a frustrated Ralph BOB ROBINSON Helmer. He Associate Editor wanted a bluebagmedia.com safe place for his 21-month-old, Liam, to play, so he decided to build one. He asked his wife Casey to look up the requirements on the Internet.

“I typed in Darke County,” she added, acknowledging she thought this was the correct starting place. Ralph said she found that no permit was required as long as the structure was under 15 feet tall and 200 sq. ft. in area. It turns out in Greenville the requirement is under 12 feet and 150 sq. ft. “Their regulations also require the structure be 10 feet away from the house.” The clubhouse is separated, but only by a foot or so.

The Helmers also didn’t know they needed a zoning permit.

Ralph said the first he heard there was an issue was when he was building the trusses for the roof of the clubhouse.

Someone in a city vehicle stopped and said, according to Helmer, he could make him tear the structure down. Helmer added he didn’t identify himself. “So I got kind of mouthy. I told him this was my property; I don’t know you and you can get on down the road.”

The employee left.

That was during the week. Ralph said he had two friends helping him and they had it nearly finished over the weekend. The “Stop Work Order” notice was posted on Monday. Ralph, who works full time, asked Casey to go to the Zoning secretary, find out what they needed to do and pay whatever is necessary. “Make it happen.”

It didn’t happen at that point. Casey said she got a packet of papers for a variance. It required the names and addresses of 20 persons.

She got them; filled out the papers and turned everything in. She had

THESE 2 BINGO PROGRAMS GAVE AWAY ALMOST $39,000 LAST MONTH!

Ralph and Casey Helmer with their son, Liam. “I just wanted a safe place for him to play,” said Helmer. (Bob Robinson photo)

Helmer pointed out the framework inside the clubhouse, noting while the structure had almost been completed there was still much work to do. (Bob Robinson photo)

missed the July deadline, so the next hearing was Aug. 19.

In the meantime confusion continued to plague the situation.

Ralph said he moved the sign to mow the yard and neglected to put it back.

The Helmers were gone for the weekend and his workers, who didn’t know about the stop order, did some more work while they were gone.

“That was my fault for lack of communication,” he added, noting nothing has been done to it since.

Another part of the problem was his corner lot. “Just because I’m on the corner they’re telling me I have two fronts?”

The clubhouse as it stood was on one of the fronts, not the side. “I grew up in the house next door,” Ralph said. “This is my neighborhood.”

There are drug issues, he added. “I just wanted a safe place for my son to play.”

According to the Helmers, there was a $75 fee for the variance and appearance before the

Planning & Zoning Commission. “They talked back and forth, then said denied. They told me I had 30 days to remove it; after that, pay a $500 a day fine.”

Casey noted the Commission did say he did a good job with the clubhouse. “They said it really looked nice.”

Greenville Mayor Mike Bowers said Helmer had built a structure that was not in compliance with the Zoning in Greenville. It’s a corner lot. That means it has two front yards. Bowers also noted he was given a Stop Work Order which “seemed to be ignored.”

He said a major issue was fire safety. The structure was too close, confirming the 10 feet Helmer had said. He added it was also too tall for an accessory structure.

Bowers said it was important for residents to realize that while there is Planning & Zoning for the county, they do not address zoning

CLUBHOUSE

continued on page 3

JOIN US FOR

BINGO! GREENVILLE VFW 7262

EVERY SUNDAY, DOORS OPEN 11AM

BINGO AT 1PM • 219 OHIO ST., GREENVILLE

SMOKERS JACKPOT 4@$500 1@$373 HOTBALL $102

bluebagmedia.com

Stay connected with The Early Bird online where you can find breaking news, weather, sports scores, classified ads, garage sale map and lots more.

TRIVIA 2ND SAT. EVERY MONTH 8PM TO MIDNIGHT Open to Public

CALL 548-4004 FOR HALL RENTAL

PAGE 2 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

Peace indicted in 3 cases, Convicted child sex offender gets 7 years in prison bond set at $200,000

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER www.bluebagmedia.com

GREENVILLE – Darke County Common Pleas Judge Jona-

Fish Frys are Back!

ALL YOU CAN EAT

$ WALLEYE

8.95

1ST & 3RD FRIDAYS 4PM-8PM

Cole’s Front Street Inn

NOW SERVING

SMOKED PORK CHOPS

'SPOU 4USFFU t

1375 BENDEN WAY GREENVILLE

937-547-3399 FULL SERVICE SIGN SHOP VEHICLE GRAPHICS & WRAPS • BANNERS • YARD SIGNS LIGHTED AND NON-LIGHTED COMMERCIAL SIGNAGE SIGN & LIGHT MAINTENANCE • BUCKET TRUCK SERVICE MONDAY - THURSDAY 9-5 • FRIDAY 9-2

BRAND NEW 6000 SQ FT SIGN FACILITY

Buckeye Insurance Group

insures farms, and with more than 130 years experience... we do it right Proudly representing Buckeye Insurance Group

Keith Troutwine Agency, Inc. 937-692-8310 www.troutwine-ins.com

21 West George Street - Arcanum, OH

Featuring: Morally Based Investing

Invest the Way You Live!

May Financial Group, Inc. 425 Memorial Dr. Greenville, OH 45331 www.mayfg.com 866-645-8405

Terry W. May

Trent E. May

Advisory services are provided through Creative Financial Designs, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser, and Securities are offered through CFD Investments, Inc. a Registered Broker/Dealer.

Member FINRA & SIPC, 2704 South Goyer Road, Kokomo, IN 46902 765-453-9600 May Financial Group, Inc. is not owned or controlled by the CFD Companies

than P. Hein set bail at $200,000, as recommended by the prosecutor, for a Darke County man indicted on several assault, drug and theft related charges.

A Grand Jury indicted Delphus Ray Peace Aug. 28 on one count of Aggravated Robbery, a felony of the ďŹ rst degree, and Felonious Assault, a second degree felony. These charges are in connection with an Aug. 25 violent robbery of a 63-year-old local business owner in which Peace allegedly brutally struck the man in the head before eeing the property with his wallet and cash. The man was airlifted to a Dayton hospital with several severe injuries.

Peace was also indicted on two counts of Grand Theft, felonies of the fourth degree, and two counts of Sale of Counterfeit Controlled Substance, a fourth and ďŹ fth degree felony. He was indicted in July for a sole count of Receiving Stolen Property, a ďŹ fth degree felony. The bond set by Judge Hein blankets all three newly indicted charges. He was given an OR bond on the July case prior to the new offenses.

Peace appeared for an arraignment hearing by video connection Tuesday afternoon where the judge set bail and a selected local defense attorney Randall E. Breaden to represent Peace. He is scheduled for pre-trial Sept. 28 in Common Pleas Court.

He faces over 24 years in prison if convicted as charged. Darke County Prosecuting Attorney Kelly Ormsby is handling the cases for the state.

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER www.bluebagmedia.com GREENVILLE – Convicted child sex offender, 67-year-old Robert G. Lambert, hid his face from cameras in the courtroom Thursday, Sept. 4 during sentencing in the Darke County Common Pleas Court for an August conviction on three counts of Gross Sexual Imposition (GSI).

A Grand Jury handed down a 10 count indictment in February against Lambert consisting of ďŹ ve counts of Rape, ďŹ rst degree felonies; and ďŹ ve counts of GSI, felonies of the third degree. He was charged after being accused of committing sexual acts with a little girl beginning at the age of 6-years-old. According to an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s OfďŹ ce, the behavior continued for approximately six years. “This was a despicable act of betrayal by a person the victim looked up to as a grandfather,â€? Darke County Prosecuting Attorney Kelly Ormsby said during sentencing. “The defendant clearly has no remorse for what he did.

It shows he still poses a threat.� “I understand his age, but I feel the court needs to send a message that

Robert Lambert attempts to hide his face during Sept. 4 sentencing in child sex offense case. (Clinton Randall photo)

this will not be tolerated,�

Ormsby added.

The female victim was present in the courtroom, but chose not make a verbal statement during sentencing. She did however submit a prior written statement to the judge to consider. “These are some of the toughest cases we investigate,â€? said Detective David Hawes of the Darke County Sheriff’s OfďŹ ce. “I don’t think you can put a number on how many years should be served since the victim in these types of cases are traumatized and serve a life sentence of their own.â€?

Just one day before a scheduled jury trial was set to begin, Lambert entered a ‘No Contest’ plea Aug. 5 to the three GSI counts as part of a plea agreement.

The state agreed to dismiss the other seven counts with the understanding that a minimum of six years in prison would be

requested. “We wanted him to serve at least one year for every year the victim endured the abuse by the defendant,� Ormsby concluded.

Lambert claimed to be unable to have done what he was convicted of, telling the court that a doctor veriďŹ ed he physically can’t perform sexual acts. “Doesn’t matter if it is a man, woman or child, I just can’t do it,â€? Lambert said.

The state argued that Lambert contradicted himself numerous times during an interview with detectives. He reportedly went as far as to say it was the child’s fault‌saying, “she wouldn’t leave me alone.â€?

Common Pleas Court Judge Jonathan P. Hein ordered Lambert serve 30 months on each of two counts and a 24 month sentence on the third, all three to be ran consecutive for a total of seven years.

Lambert will be almost 75 years old when he is released from prison. Since the offenses all pre-dated the Adam Walsh Act of 2008, Lambert will only be required to register as a sex offender for 10 years after completing any prison sentence imposed.

West Central Gourd Patch to hold meeting DARKE COUNTY The West Central Gourd Patch will meet on Thursday, Sept. 11 at 7 pm at the Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Center. The topic of discussion for the evening will be the upcoming Shawnee Prairie Days and the Ohio Gourd

Show, in which many members will be be displaying and selling their dried gourds and crafted gourds.

Prairie Days will be held Sept. 27 and 28. The 52nd Ohio Gourd Show will be held at the Delaware County Fairgrounds

in Delaware, Ohio on Oct. 3-5 with the theme “ Gourds on the Move.� Many classes are again available to take this year at the show. For more information about the show, check out www. ohiogourdsociety.com.

Greenville man charged after using car as a weapon

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER www.bluebagmedia.com GREENVILLE - One man was airlifted, one arrested after a domestic dispute turned into a serious crash on the 400 block of East Fourth Street in Greenville Tuesday evening.

According to the Greenville Police Department, a male driver of an older model maroon sedan was reportedly speeding eastbound on Fourth Street.

He ran a stop sign then hit a male that was crossing the road on foot and smashed into a parked car on the south side the street.

The male pedestrian was transported to a landing zone on Martin Street where he was taken by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital.

Upon investigating the

James Stewart faces felony charge hitting man intentionally with a car on 400 block of East Fouth Street in Greenville. (Clinton Randall photo)

incident, ofďŹ cers were able to determine that James Stewart, while operating a motor vehicle, deliberately and with the intention of causing serious bodily harm stuck the victim, Benjamin Jones.

Jones was transported by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital and Stewart was taken to Wayne HealthCare for evaluation and then to the Darke

County jail where he is being held on a $50,000 bond for a charge of Felonious Assault, a felony of the second degree.

The incident remains under investigation at this time. Persons with additional information regarding this incident are asked to contact the Greenville Police Department, 5484150 option 4 or Darke County Crime Stoppers, 547-1661. All calls may remain anonymous.

FEEL LIKE YOU’RE ALONE?

Let’s Work Together

Wayne Fourman May Financial Group, Inc. 425 Memorial Dr Greenville OH 45331 Phone (937) 548-5035

www.wfourman.cfdinvestments.com

Investment Advisory Services

Advisory services are provided through Creative Financial Designs, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor, and Securities are offered through CFD Investments, Inc., a Registered Broker/Dealer, Member FINRA & SIPC. May Financial Group, Inc. is not owned or controlled by the CFD companies.

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 3

GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT

Domestic Violence once again a major concern On August 24 police were dispatched to a domestic dispute taking place in the street.

The victim and suspect, Frank Gragorace, were fighting over a Playstation 3 and rent money.

Gragorace said they were just arguing; the victim said she was struck and injured by the defendant. Gragorace had been locked out of the residence and entered through a basement window; he banged on the basement door until the victim opened it.

The argument started, then went outside. The victim grabbed the Playstation and, while the suspect left the area briefly, put it in the purse of a friend. When he returned, Gragorace grabbed the friend’s purse. The victim tried to retrieve the purse but Gragorace allegedly grabbed her hair and kicked her in the leg. At some point the victim fell with the suspect getting on top of her. Neighbors pulled him off. The victim had scrapes on the back of her left leg and left elbow; both she and her friend wrote out statements. Gregorace was arrested and taken to Darke County jail on Domestic Violence charges. He has no Domestic Violence history.

On August 27 police were dispatched to the police department regarding a domestic complaint. The victim had redness and several bruises on both of her arms and legs. She stated she was with Timothy Smith on Aug. 24.

He allegedly became upset with her because he was out of marijuana. He was shouting and eventually started punching her in the face and grabbing her arms.

He dragged her across the floor before hitting her in the legs with his fists. The suspect was found to have a prior Domestic Violence conviction. The victim has been staying with a friend. Because the incident occurred three days earlier and the vic-

tim was in no immediate danger, no arrest was made. The report will be submitted to the Darke County Prosecutor to determine if charges should be filed.

On September 1 police were dispatched on a domestic dispute.

The victim was found crying and said Joseph Johns had hit her. Her left arm was bruised and had redness. There were two witnesses to the incident. While the officer was there Johns exited the residence and started walking in an aggressive manner toward the victim. He was told to stop and didn’t. He appeared intoxicated. The officer stepped between them and placed his hand on the defendant’s chest.

Johns allegedly said “Get your f-----g hands off me!” He then started to walk around the officer who grabbed his arm. He pulled away.

The officer pulled his Tazer and ordered him to stop. Johns stopped while the officer called dispatch. Another officer arrived and Johns calmed down and sat on the curb. The officer holstered the Tazer and ordered Johns to place his hands behind him to be handcuffed.

Johns refused. He was told again and refused.

He was then told the two officers were going to lift him up and place him in handcuffs as another officer arrived on the scene. At that point Johns began to physically resist, requiring the two officers to place him in handcuffs. A Sheriff’s deputy arrived and assisted in getting Johns, who was yelling and kicking, in the back of the police cruiser. While the defendant was transported to jail on charges of Misdemeanor Domestic Violence (he had no prior convictions) and Resisting Arrest, the victim explained how the event started, but when asked to write out her statement she changed her story. The

two witnesses wrote statements but she refused and would allow no photos to be taken of her injuries.

On September 1 police were called regarding a fight in the street.

Two brothers, Jeremiah and Billy Younkers, admitted to fighting. Jeremiah had two small scrapes (road rash) on his ribs. Police did not see an injury on Billy. A couple hours later police responded to another argument. Jeremiah was in the house, Billy was outside and stated Jeremiah, who had left the house earlier, had returned and they started yelling again. Billy had an ice pack on his wrist; he said he may have broken it when he hit Jeremiah. Jeremiah was called outside and became agitated and said “arrest me.” He was arrested for Domestic Violence and verbally harassed the officer on the way to the Darke County jail. He allegedly said when he got out he was going to assault Billy again. When he got out that time he would assault Billy again. Billy, since he was injured, was just issued a summons for Domestic Violence.

On September 2 police were dispatched regarding a domestic dispute. The victim told dispatch a suspect (not named in the report) had wanted her to stab him with a sword. Moments later he threatened to kill her. She left the residence for fear he would harm her and called police. Police established a perimeter around the residence.

An officer found the suspect in the back. The suspect was detained in a cruiser. According to the victim they’d gotten into an argument about housework and the lack of food in the house.

The suspect then said he’d taken “four pills” and she wouldn’t have to worry about him any longer. The victim responded, “Fine, you want to kill yourself then

do it.” That was when he brought the sword.

She told him if he didn’t calm down she would call police. He said to do it, but allegedly said he would kill her first. He left the room then tried to reenter and climb over a dresser she’d used to block the door.

She left the house and called police. The suspect denied threatening himself or her, adding the pills were for seizures. The victim confirmed that. The suspect had left the house at one point, possibly taking the weapons and hiding them. He was arrested for Threats of Domestic Violence and taken to the Darke County jail.

DISORDERLY On August 27 at 2:34 a.m. police were dispatched to the 300 block of S. Broadway St. regarding a male lying on the sidewalk with his pants down. Police located him in front of Janet’s Broadway Bakery.

He was nude from the waist down, his pants below his knees. At his feet was a mountain bike he said belonged to him. He had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on him, bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and poor manual dexterity. Barry Robertson was told to stand and pull his pants up. He was unable to keep his balance and pull up his pants without officers holding him up. He was arrested for Disorderly Conduct while being voluntarily intoxicated and creating a risk of physical harm to himself or others. It was enhanced to a fourth degree misdemeanor because he was within 1,000 feet of a school. He was transported to Darke County jail; his bicycle was taken to a local garage for safe keeping.

OVERDOSE On August 23 police were sent to 409 Riffle Ave. regarding

Heritage Goodhew Standing Seam Metal Roofing

765-857-2623 765-509-0069

an unresponsive male.

A witness said Rebecca Lamma woke him up because she could hear Derek Howard in the bathroom, door locked, gasping for air. The witness kicked in the door and found Howard unresponsive and breathing. He said Howard had a syringe in his mouth with the needle exposed and an empty capsule was lying on the floor. They were thrown in the trash but he later retrieved them and gave them to the officers.

Rescue arrived and gave him Narcan. He started to come around but when he was being placed in the rescue vehicle he became combative and restraints had to be used. At the hospital he continued to fight and had to be restrained. Lamma said he may have used heroin and cocaine the night before. Lab results on Aug. 26 indicated positive for cocaine and marijuana. The report is being taken to the Darke County Prosecutor for charges.

ASSAULT On September 2 police responded to the 400 block of East Fourth St. regarding a possible crash with injuries (See The Early Bird/Bluebag Media for September 2). The officer spoke with James Stewart, who was covered in blood and kept shouting, “Take me to jail, I did it!” About 100 feet down the street there was a man lying on the sidewalk next to the street. The man appeared to have a serious fracture on one of his legs. Greenville Township arrived and began rendering aid to the man, identified as Benjamin Jones. A witness, Kenneth Fisher, said he was with Jones and told police Stewart had intentionally struck Jones.

Stewart was still yelling he did it; then he was

placed in the back of a cruiser. Several vehicles were involved; Jones was reportedly standing behind his own vehicle when he was struck.

Another witness said she saw Stewart run the stop sign at East Fourth Street and Locust, then heard a loud crash.

Stewart’s ex-wife, Beth Stewart, said Jones is her fiancé and Stewart is upset because he felt Jones might be hurting his daughters. Stewart allegedly told police he hit Jones because he deserved it. According to the report Stewart said “He got what he deserved,” plus other comments, including profanity.

Stewart’s girlfriend, Laura Green, owner of the vehicle Stewart used, said he’d been texting back and forth with Jones all day and getting more upset.

Jones could only recall Stewart struck him with a vehicle. He was care-flighted to Miami Valley. Stewart went to Wayne Hospital. Stewart stated he was mad at Jones and lost control of his emotions. Stewart allegedly admitted to intending to seriously injure Jones. Stewart was cleared by the hospital and transported to Darke County jail on a charge of Felonious Assault.

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.

521 Wagner Avenue, Greenville OPEN DAILY 11AM

937-316-6111

NOW THRU SEPTEMBER 20, 2014

10% Off

Lunch or Dinner Buffet

Dine-In or Carry-Out

Must present coupon to cashier.

May not combine with any other offer.

Owner: Vincent Goodhew

Building healthy lives together

Behavioral Health Accepting NEW PATIENTS

Family Health’s licensed clinical counseling staff is now accepting new patients for the treatment of:

• Depression • Anxiety • Mood •Stress related disorders

Helmer pointed out the quality of construction with bolts used to make the clubhouse stable. (Bob Robinson photo)

CLUBHOUSE

continued from page 1

issues either for the city or for townships. He acknowledged this was sometimes confusing to people.

“Everything should start with Planning & Zoning.” In Helmer’s case, it was the city.

“Our intent is not to say tear down the struc-

ture,” Bowers continued. “We will work with the guy. He could move it directly behind the premises as an allowable piece as long as he keeps it to the correct height.”

He added the committee would probably give him some latitude on the time frame to move the structure. “However, he hasn’t asked yet.”

Helmer hasn’t reResidential Industrial Commercial

ceived written notice of the P&Z decision yet.

“Maybe I’m cocky,” he said, “but I won’t do anything until I have something in writing.”

Bowers said the notice will go out soon.

Individual, Marital and Family Therapy is offered.

Appointments are available for

• Children • Adolescents • Adults • Families

by clinical psychologists, clinical counselors, clinical

social workers and marriage & family therapist To schedule an Appointment contact the Behavioral Health Department at 937-547-2319

Your best insurance

is a good agent!

An independent insurance agent is dedicated to servicing the customer. When you choose to work with a local independent agent you get the personalized attention that you deserve.

MIKE RYAN

JAMES LEICHTY

Greenville Resident/Agent Greenville Resident/Agent __________________________________________________________________

 ASPHALT PAVING  SEAL COATING   MAINTENANCE & REPAIR   GRAVEL EXCAVATION & DRIVEWAYS   CONCRETE SIDEWALKS & APPROACHES 

CALL TODAY FOR FREE ESTIMATE 937-698-1107

SRL INSURANCE.COM

__________________________________________________________________

1-800-270-9667

PAGE 4 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

OBITUARIES CONDON – Mary

Marie (Johnson) Condon, 83, of West Manchester, died Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2014.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014 at Girton Schmidt & Boucher Gard Funeral Home, Eaton. Interment is at Twin Chapel Cemetery in Monroe Township, Preble County.

BANKSON

– Boyce H. “Chic” Veteran B a n k s o n , 90, of Greenville, died Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014. A memorial service was held at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home on Wednesday, Sept.

3, 2014. Burial is at the Old Teegardan Cemetery.

HOWARD – Hazel Howard, 85, of Arcanum, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014. Services are private at the convenience of family.

STROH

AUGUSTINE

– Richard L. Stroh, 78, of Arcanum, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept.

6, 2014 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery.

– Nancy L. Augustine, 84, of Greenville, died Monday, Sept.

1, 2014. A funeral service was held Friday, Sept. 5, 2014 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

BERRY – Barbara Ann Berry, 74, of Greenville, Sunday, Aug. 31, 2014 at Heartland of Greenville. A graveside service was held Thursday, Sept.

4, 2014 at Greenville Township Memorial Garden, Darke County.

FISHER – Mildred L. Fisher, 94, of Greenville, died Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014.

Funeral services were held Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Burial is in Oak Grove Cemetery, Ft. Jefferson.

STEPHAN – Zoe

Ann Stephan, 74, of Rossburg, died Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014.

A funeral service was held Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014 at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles. Burial is in St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery, North Star.

PUNCHES

– Robert J. Punches, 48, of Greenville, died Monday, Sept. 1, 2014.

Services were held Friday, Sept. 5, 2014, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

DEMANGE

– Patricia (Monnin) DeMange, 85, of Russia, Ohio, died Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014. Due to the construction at St. Remy Catholic Church there will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, Sept. 8, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles.

Burial will follow in the St. Remy Catholic Church Cemetery, Russia. Family will receive friends on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2014, 2-8 p.m., and on Monday from 9-10 a.m. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles.

CHEADLE – An-

gel Marie Cole Cheadle, 23, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014. A service was held Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Palestine Cemetery, Palestine.

R L O F IA L L TR A C EE FR

There’s No Other Hearing Device Like it...

MOTE

– Virginia A. Mote, 94, of Ft. Veteran Myers, Fla. and formerly of Hollansburg, died March 10, 2014. A celebration of her life was held Sept. 6, at the Hollansburg Congregational Christian Church. Burial is at the Old Ludlow Cemetery on Coppock Road, Laura.

FOUT

– E. J. Fout, 93, of GreenVeteran ville, died Wednesday, Sept. 3,

2014. Memorial services were held Saturday, Sept. 6, 2014 at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. Interment is private at the convenience of the Family in Abbottsville Cemetery

SPENCER – Dorothy (Dodie) Pearl Spencer, 97, of Greenville, died Monday, Sept. 1, 2014. Services were held Friday at the Brethren Retirement Community Chapel, Greenville. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery.

Genealogical Fall Workshop planned GREENVILLE – The Darke County Genealogical Society, Inc. will hold its Fall Genealogy Workshop on Oct. 11, beginning at 9:15 a.m. (doors open at 8:30 a.m.), at the Garst Museum, Lowell Thomas Meeting Room, 205 N. Broadway, Greenville.

The featured speaker will be Michael D. Lacopo, DVM. He has been the featured speaker at many national and state genealogical seminars, including the NGS, FGS and OGS. Topics for the worship will be Mennonite Research, Finding Treasure in the Hoosier

Courthouse, Methods for Identifying the German Origins of American Immigrants, and How to Overcome Brick Wall Problems in Pennsylvania.

Preregistration before Sept. 30 is $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. Registration at the door is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers.

Make check payable to the Darke County Genealogical Society and mail to Brenda Arnett, 6745 Dull Road, Arcanum, Ohio 45304-9402. For more information, call 6926511 or email office.manager@garstmuseum.org.

New made for iPhone hearing aid offers a whole new hearing experience.

NO OTHER PRODUCT COMES CLOSE! Beltone First Nominated for 2 Prestigious Awards!

The Edison Award™ (named for Thomas Edison) recognizes and honors the world’s most “game changing” products and services, as well as, excellence and leadership in innovation.

He’s wearing the Beltone First

Beltone First has also been nominated for the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum’s 2014 National Design Award in the Product Design Category. This nationwide awards program honors excellence, innovation, and lasting achievement in American design.

This amazing NEW TECHNOLOGY Delivers New Solutions...

SERVICE DIRECTORY SALVAGE YARD

 Beltone First applies the latest and most advanced integrated sound processing technology, providing top-rated quality sound.  Beltone First is a Made for iPhone hearing aid that offers direct streaming of sound from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, allowing wearers to utilize their hearing aids to talk on the phone and listen to music in high-quality stereo sound without the need for an additional remote control, accessory, or pendant.  The accompanying Beltone HearPlus app allows users to set preferred volume levels as well as treble/bass settings, and use geo-tagging to assign and adjust to the acoustics of frequently visited places like home, work, favorite restaurants and more. Beltone HearPlus™ also features a ‘Find My Hearing Aid’ function to help users pinpoint their hearing aids if misplaced.

LAWN & GARDEN

SCHOENLEIN SALVAGE 419-582-4011

Buyers of scrap steel Cars-Washers-Dryers Delivered to the yard 8031 Mercer-Darke County Line Rd.

No Pick-Up Service We Do Not Accept Aluminum CLEANING SERVICES

 Beltone First is the smallest wireless Receiver-in-the-Ear hearing aid brought to market

by Beltone, yet powerful enough to address 90% of all hearing losses.  Beltone’s unique 2.4 GHz wireless technology is behind this latest technological breakthrough. Beltone First is the first hearing aid on the market to integrate this processing advance with Bluetooth® Smart technology.

CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE Hearing Evaluation & Consultation - FREE Demonstration & FREE Trial

937-548-4242

Expires 9-30-14

Expires 9-30-14

ONLINE NEWS AND DEALS

FIND GREAT DARKE COUNTY DEALS ONLINE!

Blue Bag Media is the perfect online compliment to the Early Bird.

937-548-0167 866-268-0167 www.bluebagmedia.com

PEST CONTROL SOLUTIONS

EATON

458 Washington Jackson Rd

$1000

DELIVERY AVAILABLE

Fully Insured Rick Gunckle (937) 547-0922

ECO-THERM

303 S. Broadway

Can not be combined with other offers or discounts

Call

MULCH AVAILABLE

PEST CONTROL

GREENVILLE

548-4242

GREENVILLE Commercial & Residential Carpet Cleaning Upholstery Cleaning

COMPLETE TREE & STUMP SERVICE

Call Today: 937-564-9216 800-451-3767

www.thermalbedbugcontrol.com

Dr. Lucille Hosfeld AuD, CCC-A

BED BUG CONTROL WITH HEAT • Safe Computer Monitored Electric Heating Units • Effective One Day Treatment • Discreet Unmarked Trucks • Kills All Life Cycles • Cost Effective No Need To Throw Items Away

BED BUGS-ROACHES-FLEAS-ANTS-SPIDERS

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 5

ON YOUR MIND

Tomatoes for teacher Grumpy Side of 60

by Bob Robinson Associate Editor bluebagmedia.com

Summer 2014 is history. School districts are in full swing, as is Edison Community College. This semester I’m working with 45 students, most of whom are in the PSEOP program (high school juniors and seniors taking college level work); the rest are traditional college students and adult learners. Ages this fall range from 16 to the early 40’s.

And of course I’m on the grumpy side of 60.

I just completed my first assignment on a Greenville campus; so far I’m still scheduled to work with first and second graders at various times of the month.

By the time I hit the ripe old age of 70 in October, I’ll have covered – once again – the gamut of human diversity: The babies (starting at five); the kids (starting at 16); the big kids (starting at 21 or so); the really big kids (everyone else); and me (the dinosaur).

My communications students get regular lessons in diversity. In a relatively homogenous area like Darke County, it’s seldom about race, religion or ethnicity. It’s about gender, communities, likes and dislikes, opinions, attitudes and more. I make my point with the diversity of age: music…

With the ‘babies,’ the music world is typically Disney, like “Let it Go” from “Frozen.” I’m familiar with it because of my grandkids. The ‘kids,’ however, are a different story. Some of their top artists include Usher…

Ariana Grande… Nicki Minaj? The ‘big kids’?

Arcade Fire, Radiohead, Bright Eyes. The ‘really big kids’? Let’s see… there’s Archers of Loaf, My Bloody Valentine, Superchunk and Pavement.

My Bloody Valentine? Good grief!

Then there’s the dinosaurs. After I survey my students I tell them my favorite group is Simon & Garfunkel. I get blank stares. Even the one group I thought transcended the ages – The Beatles – was unknown to many of them.

It’s fascinating the ‘different worlds’ we live

in.

A huge part of communication is being able to speak the “same language.” That can sometimes be difficult if you don’t live on the same planet. If I’m doing an analysis on the cause and effect of communication styles during the Vietnam era and half of my students never heard of Vietnam, I’m not going to be too successful at making my point.

It’s no different with the ‘babies.’ I loved working with the little ones this summer, despite having to make immediate transitions from adult communication at Edison to first and second grade, even pre-school, communication at the Greenville Library. In my morning summer session the topic might be legalizing marijuana or the pros and cons of capital punishment; 15 minutes later I’m reading to a class of first graders about Buddy the Seeing Eye Dog, then asking them to list the timing of events in proper order (comprehension and memory).

It’s fascinating and exciting, but sometimes my 69-year-old brain gets tired. I just want to go home and take a nap.

Regardless of my energy level, I wouldn’t have missed the experience for the world. I got to see struggling readers – elementary and intermediate levels, even a student at the college level – improve weekly in word recognition and comprehension, the two primary areas for success in all areas.

Then there are the students who simply made me feel good in addition to the improvement they’d shown. One young man brought me inspirational writings he’d found, another thanked me for my help.

The biggest surprise, however, came from a student I’d only had the opportunity to work with for a few weeks…

He brought me a tomato from his grandmother’s garden. “We don’t have an apple tree,” grandmother said, “but we have fresh tomatoes straight off the vine.” I thanked them and said I’d have to share with my wife; we both love tomatoes.

The following week he brought me two.

READERS WRITE Please Return Cane Dear Editor, What would make a person so mean that they would take someone’s cane? What kind of a society have we become that taking a walking can, even one that was forgotten in a shopping cart, isn’t wrong? I don’t know how to answer these questions, but I would like one from the person who removed mine from my cart when I accidentally forgot it Saturday morning at Walmart.

I was tired, in a great deal of pain, and desperate to sit down after my shopping trip through Walmart and I left my cane in my cart and drove away. Within minutes I noticed its absence and returned to the store to find the cart and cane already gone.

I reported the inci-

dent to the store hoping someone would be kind and turn it in so that I could get it back. No one did!

My cane has become a necessary part of my life. I must have it to walk any distance, evening within my home.

Please have a heart and return it to the store so that I may reclaim it. I do not have the money to replace it and I need it badly. Don’t do to me what you would want someone to do to you.

I have been told that I could turn this over to the police as Walmart video tapes their parking lot 24 hours a day.

I have chosen not to do so, hoping that your conscience will guide you. Please do what is right. Thank you.

Deb Starks, Greenville

Views expressed on this page from guest columnists, cartoonist or readers voicing their perspective do not necessarily reflect the views/ opinions of the newspaper. Readers are encouraged to utilize our letters to the editor space to share their own views/opinions. The Early Bird and Buebag Media reserve the right to not publish letters that are considered libelous, slanderous or unsigned.

CAUV voted in and still a good program Farmers are no doubt familiar with the Current Agricultural Use JIM BUCHY Valuation OHIO REPRESENTATIVE (CAUV) formula.

For those who are not, the CAUV was enacted through a voterKEITH FABER p a s s e d OHIO SENATE 1 9 7 3 PRESIDENT amendment to the Ohio Constitution. This formula was adopted so that qualifying agricultural land would be taxed at a value based on the farm’s potential income production from agricultural activities rather than on fair market value.

The CAUV, which is composed of five factors, is updated yearly by the Ohio Department of Taxation and every three years by county auditors.

Darke County’s triennial update is currently taking place. These five factors are: cropping pattern, crop prices, crop yields, non-land production costs, and capitalization (interest) rates.

The increase in this year’s CAUV update is largely due to significant increases in crop prices and a simultaneous decrease in interest rates.

These two factors simply mean that agricultural land in Ohio has a much higher value now than it did three to six years ago. Regardless, these changes are dictated by the workings of the CAUV formula authorized by the Ohio Constitution, and not by any action of the General Assembly.

The statewide CAUV average has risen since reaching historic lows in the mid-2000s. In Darke County, CAUV value is on average 28 percent of the fair market value that would otherwise be used to calculate the tax. For example, a homeowner in Adams Township in the Greenville City

Arcanum BOE

ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold a Records Commission meeting and the regular Board of Education meeting on Sept. 11.

The Records Commission will meet at 7 p.m. followed by the Regular Board Meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the Board of Education Office.

School district valued at $200,000 would pay $2,645 in taxes, while CAUV-qualified farmland in the same taxing district with a market value of $200,000 would pay $761. This is one reason why the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation has publically stated that “Ohio has the best CAUV formula in the country.”

The bottom line is that this equation is working as intended and it still represents a good deal for Ohio farmers.

As the increasing CAUV indicates, the strengthening agricultural economy reflects Ohio’s improving overall economic health. Today, our recovery is being fueled by significant tax reforms championed by Governor Kasich and the Ohio General Assembly.

Ohio’s economy in 2011 is instructive when considering these policies. At the time, our state faced an $8 billion budget shortfall, the rainy day fund held just 89 cents, and the private sector had lost over 350,000 jobs.

Fast forward to 2014 and Ohioans (including farmers) are seeing a completely different picture. We have closed the budget gap without raising taxes, our rainy day fund sits at $1.5 billion, and about 250,000 private-sector jobs have been created.

These results came about because of smart, pro-growth tax policies implemented by Governor Kasich and the General Assembly. To that end, the state of Ohio has cut taxes by more than $3 billion over the past three and a half years, significantly benefitting farmers. In fact, the current operating budget delivered one of the largest single-year income tax cuts in state history. That cut included a 10% personal income tax reduction and a 50% income tax deduction for small businesses (including most farmers) on their first $250,000 of income as a means of encouraging future growth. We just increased this cut to 75% for the 2014 tax year.

Governor Kasich and the Ohio General Assembly also worked successfully to eliminate the state’s death tax.

This was done for one simple reason; no one should have to visit the undertaker and the taxman on the same day.

Ohioans have a right to pass on their property without subjecting their children to unfair taxation. Killing the death tax was a key to accomplishing this goal.

Finally, Ohioans expect their government to invest wisely. We are happy to report that the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) has done just that while managing the state’s workers’ compensation fund. This October, the BWC will provide a second $1 billion rebate to businesses, equaling the amount returned to Ohio employers last year.

This program, which benefits local farmers, is a clear testament to the growth-oriented tax policies and strong fiscal management of the past four years.

Not all of Ohio’s recent tax reforms are clearly understoodchanges to the state’s “rollback” provisions are one such example. Since 1971, Ohioans have paid a higher income tax in order to finance a 12.5% state “rollback” on all local property taxes.

Every time local communities increased or passed a new property tax the state would automatically pay an additional 12.5%. Under this system, wealthier areas received more taxpayer dollars to subsidize their high-millage levies, while more modest areas (such as ours) received less. This, for example, effectively allowed Cleveland millionaires to subsidize their initiatives with tax dollars from west central Ohio. The result was an ever-increasing $1.3 billion annual state spending shift. In practice, this forced the state to raise (or at least maintain) our already high state taxes to continue the subsidy.

At the same time,

the state’s 12.5% payment masked the real total cost of local tax levies. (Let’s not forget that things paid by the “State” are still paid by us voters and taxpayers of Ohio!) To promote “truth in taxation” and increased transparency, we froze this program for all new levies while continuing the full 12.5 percent “rollback” on all existing levies. This includes the renewals of existing levies at their current rates. Now, local communities that pass new tax levies will pay the entire amount without help from other Ohio taxpayers who did not get to vote on the increase. Finally, we hope this new freeze will encourage increased efficiency among local officials and prevent the property tax increases that accompany new levies. We know it will help keep your state taxes from increasing.

In the end, it is understandable why farmers may be alarmed by increasing CAUV numbers. However, as the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation has noted, this is the same formula that produced record low rates in the mid-2000s; it is simply working as intended. Even at these levels, landowners are still receiving a significant discount compared to what they would pay under fair market value.

On the other hand, Governor Kasich and the Ohio General Assembly have implemented progrowth tax policies that benefit all Ohioans; we believe that those solutions are having an impact. While much work remains, the bottom line is that today our outlook is brighter and the economy is stronger because Ohioans have come together to tackle our shared problems.

We invite you to contact us should you have any questions or comments. Representative Buchy’s office can be reached at (614) 4666344 or at rep84@ohiohouse.gov, while my staff is available at (614) 466-7584 or at faber@ ohiosenate.gov.

5312 Sebring-Warner Rd, Greenville, OH 45331

(937) 548-3330 Toll Free: 1-800-548-5312 Fax: (937) 548-3376

www.bluebagmedia.com

OFFICE HOURS: Mon.-Th. 9am-5pm, Fr. 9am-4pm President & Publisher: Keith L. Foutz klfoutz@earlybirdpaper.com Managing Editor: Ryan Berry rberry@earlybirdpaper.com Marketing Director: Rhonda Dorsten rdorsten@earlybirdpaper.com

Wanting to start or stop your Early Bird?

Call 937-547-0851

Missed delivery?

Call 937-547-0851

DEADLINES: Classified line advertising.....................Noon on Thursday All other advertising and inserts .........Thursday by 5 p.m.

Editorial content .....................................Noon on Thursday Letters to the editor and other reader contributions of general interest are encouraged. Letters should be no more than 300 words and must contain the name, address and phone number of the writer.

Production Manager: Shannie Denney sdenney@earlybirdpaper.com

The Publisher reserves the right to refuse any advertising or editorial material. The Publisher does assume responsibility for typographical errors but only will be responsible for the cost of that portion appearing in error. We will not be responsible for errors in advertising after their first insertion.

Webmaster: Clinton Randall crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

The Early Bird is distributed weekly in Darke and surrounding Counties and audited

by CVC & is locally owned and operated by Brothers Publishing Company.

PAGE 6 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

CHURCH & SOCIAL

Davisons celebrate 65th anniversary

Sommer’s 70th birthday

Tiffany Beumer – Cody Kester

Beumer and Kester to wed GREENVILLE – Kevin and Angela Beumer, of Greenville, announce the engagement and wedding of their daughter, Tiffany Beumer to Cody Kester, son of Rob and Mary Kester, of Greenville.

The future bride is a 2010 graduate of Greenville Senior High School. She is the assistant manager at Chicken Kitchen II, her family owned business.

The future groom, a 2011 graduate of Greenville Senior High School, graduated with an Associate’s Degree in Automotive Diesel Technology from the University of Northwestern. He is a diesel mechanic at The Services Company of Greenville.

The couple will wed Oct. 4, 2014 at the bride’s parents’ home.

BIBLE STUDY GREENVILLE – The Greenville Pentecostal Church, a ministry of Christ Apostolic Church of Eaton, will be hosting free Thursday night Bible studies. Join Pastor Rick Tennison at 7 p.m. For more information and an address, call (713) 855-1485 or (937) 467-6355. They are UPCI affiliated.

GREENVILLE – The family of Jim Sommer invites you to celebrate his 70th birthday! The open house will be from 1-5 p.m. on Sept. 7 at the Greenville Elks Lodge, 214 W. Third St. Jim is an active member of the community, serving on the Greenville City Schools Board of Education and the FAME board.

He is also a member of the Greenville Elks Lodge, K of C and St. Mary’s Church. Please join the family in this celebration.

R. James and LaRose Boyer

Boyer’s 60th anniversary GREENVILLE – R. James and LaRose (Blakeley) Boyer, residents of Greenville, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Sept. 12. They were married Sept. 12, 1954 in Kettlersville, Ohio.

The Boyers have three sons, Mike and Tom of Greenville, and Jeff who resides in Rome, Ga. They also have four grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Jim is retired from Producers Livestock and LaRose is retired from Rest Haven Nursing Home.

The children are requesting a card shower in their honor. Cards may be mailed to 200 Marion Drive, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Carl and Ethel McEldowney – 1964

McEldowney’s 50th anniversary ANSONIA – Carl and Ethel McEldowney, of Ansonia, celebrated with their children and grandchildren and friends for their 50th anniversary in Destin, Fla. in June.

They were married Sept. 12, 1964 at Immaculate Conception Church in Celina. The Rev. Louis Osterhage officiated.

Carl is the son of the late Leroy and Mildred McEldowney, of Versailles.

Ethel is the daughter of the late Frank and Mildred Taylor, of Ansonia.

The McEldowneys are the parents of four sons, Randy McEldowney, of Piqua, Craig (Connie) McEldowney, of Russia, Dale (Lisa) McEldowney, of Anna, and Jerald (Kelli) McEldowney, of Anna, and one daughter, Jennifer (Chad) Monnin, of Troy.

They have 15 grandchildren.

Witnesses were Best Man James McEldowney, Maid of Honor Patricia (McEldowney) Bothast, Bridesmaids Rosemary (McEldowney) Monnin, Patricia (Liette) Cleene, Groomsmen Fred

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

HARVEST BLESSINGS OPEN HOUSE

September 12 & 13, 2014

Welcome FALL with new fashions & decor in a Thankful Atmosphere!

Join Us For Shopping, Food & Festivities!

Lainee Hackney

2960 Wilt Rd., New Madison

3243 John W. Mills Rd. • New Madison Mon-Fri 10-5/Sat 10-3 • Pumpkins!

Marcia & Roger Hunt • Hardy mums 937-996-5087 • Fall & Halloween décor & gifts OPEN Tues-Fri 9-5/Sat 9-3

HOUSE SPECIAL

OPEN HOUSE SPECIAL

Free Scarf of your a balloon choice with toPop reveal a sale any shoe amount or FREE GIFT! purchase Plus free gift w/$10 purchase

Carl and Ethel McEldowney present

Name: Lainee Elizabeth Hackney Age: 7 Years Birthday: Sept. 17, 2007 Parents: Kristy Elliott, Alex Kirtley, Jesse and Susan Hackney Siblings: Ayden, Serenah, Jayden, Logan and Lucas Grandparents: Randy and Tammy Elliott, Jim and Angie Kirtley, Susie Miller and Jim Hackney

PetFest & Rescue Reunion 2014 Saturday, September 27 • 11am-4pm Waco Field Airport (Troy)

$5 per family plus requested donation of dry pet food or kitty litter Bring the family, share the fun, food and festivities with your LEASHED PET! Visit rescue groups, meet trainers, face painting, doggie contests and more.

Details on the EVENT page of DREAM4pets.org

McEldowney, Don Mueller and Ushers Harold Harrod and Richard Sodders.

Carl retired from Stolls Machinery after 43 years as a tool and die specialist. He still farms. Ethel helps on the farm and is a homemaker.

They both graduated in 1962 from Ansonia High School. They enjoy watching their grandchildren in sports and other activities and traveling.

Walter and Betty Neal – 1949

Walter and Betty Neal – present

Neal’s 65th anniversary

GREENVILLE – Walter and Betty Neal, of Greenville, will celebrate their 65th anniversary with family.

They were married Sept. 10, 1949 in the First Presbyterian Church, Greenville, by the Rev. James Griffes.

Walter is the son of the late Elmer and Bessie Neal, of New Weston. Betty is the daughter of the late Ray and Iona Anthony.

Walter and Betty are the proud parents of three children, Barbara (Steve) Wilson, of Greenville, Connie Norris, of Arcanum, and Steven (Sandy) Neal, of Ansonia. They have six grandchildren, Nathan (Nicole) Wilson, Justin (Stacey) Wilson and Casey (Krysten) Wilson, all of Greenville; Stacie (Chuck) Eubank, Jennie (Josh) Partin and Clint Neal, all of Ansonia. They also have five great grandchildren, Carter and Carson Wilson, Caleb and Claire Eubank and Zoie Partin. They also have five step grandchildren, 16 step great grandchildren and nine step great great grandchildren.

Walter retired from the Greenville Post Office and Betty retired from Greenville National Bank.

ARCANUM – Hubert Richard (Dick) and Carolyn (Worch) Davison are celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary.

Dick and Carolyn were married on Sept. 3, 1949 at the E.U.B. Church on East South Street in Arcanum. Dick and Carolyn are both Arcanum High School graduates (1944 and 1949 respectively) and have lived in Arcanum all of their married life in the house on Ivestor Lane that Dick built for them.

Dick is retired from General Motors with 48 years of service and a short time in the Army.

Carolyn has enjoyed music all of her life and has been a member of the Dayton Choral Club and The Village Singers throughout the years.

Carolyn and Dick are frequently seen about town in their ’66 “Jolly” (antique golf cart).

Founding members of Immanuel Baptist Church, both are very active in the life of their church.

Carolyn has served as the church organist since the inception of the body of faith at IBC. Dick serves as a deacon and head usher every Sunday. Both Dick and Carolyn have also been members of the church choir throughout the years.

Dick and Carolyn have two daughters, Pam (Dave) Small of Kettering, and Beverly (Peter)

Dick and Carolyn Davison

Friedrick of New Berne, NC. They also have five grandchildren, Justin (Jill) Small of Huber Heights, Tyler (Trish) Small of St. Louis, Mo., Aaron (Corissa) Friedrick of Jacksonville, Fla., Ben (Lora) Friedrick of the New Berne, NC area, and Stephen (Mandy) Friedrick now stationed in Afghanistan in the Navy. There are nine great-grandchildren, Sean Henke, Tara Henke, Shane Small, Theo Small, Andrew Friedrick, Micah Friedrick, Caleb Friedrick, Josiah Friedrick, and Ryker Friedrick.

A family rich in heritage of service to their community and country, two grandsons graduated from the Naval Academy, another two grandsons were Marines, currently one grandson is a police officer in Miamisburg, and another is a church pastor in Jacksonville, Fla. Congratulations Dick and Carolyn, may the music of your life always sing in your heart.

BLESSED EVENT DARKE CO. – Tiffany Cole and Carl Henninger are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Cole Daniel Henninger. He was born Aug. 30, 6:39 a.m. at Wayne HealthCare. He weighed 5lbs 12oz and was 18.75

inches in length.

He was welcomed home by his grandparents Gary Cole, Shanna Smith (Atwood), Steven Henninger and Beverly Henninger.

His siblings are Brandon Henninger and Michael Henninger.

Back to Church Sunday is Sept. 14 GREENVILLE – “Back to Church Sunday,” part of a national movement of churches across America, will be held at Beamsville Christian Church, 10:30 a.m., Sept. 14. Everyone is welcome to attend.

National Back to Church Sunday is an initiative that is “Inviting America Back to Church.” It seeks to reach the “un-churched” and “de-churched”—people who have never attended church, or who once attended church but don’t any more—and invite them to return on a special Sunday. In 2013, a Gallup survey stated that 87% of people believe in God. Yet only 27% of those surveyed individuals attended church in the last 7 days. In addition, 82% of people who don’t attend church say they would attend if invited by a friend, yet only 2% of Christians ever invite someone to church.

Since its inception six years ago, National Back to Church Sunday participating churches have extended an estimated

8.5 million invitations to their churches. Over 30,000 churches representing 120 denominations are expected to invite over 3 million people to church this year.

Although it does not have to be the only day that church members are encouraged to invite their friends, family, and neighbors, 84% of churches who participated in Back to Church Sunday last year recognize that having a designated day to invite people plays an important role in motivating members to reach out with an invitation. Back to Church Sunday is a springboard to help churches become outreach-focused throughout the year.

Beamsville Christian Church is a caring group of people that is concerned about helping people find purpose for their lives through learning to live as God designed each of us to do.

The church is located at the corner of US 127 and Beamsville-Union City Roads. For more information call 547-0009.

Providing Quality Service for Over 30 Years!

Bill Hawkey and ASSOCIATES

Fire, Smoke, Water

Your One Stop Service For

• Cleaning & Wind Restoration • Painting • Construction • Home/Basement

Remodeling

• Residential & Commercial

Carpet Cleaning

937.548.0167 • 866-268-0167

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 7

CHURCH & SOCIAL

CARD OF THANKS

Children and adults can try their hand at archery during the Family Outdoor Fun Day.

10th annual Family Outdoor Fun Day ANSONIA – The 10th annual Family Outdoor Fun Day will be held Sept. 13 at the Ansonia First Church of God. There are outdoor skill activities for all ages. This is the 10th year for the event hosted by the Ansonia First Church of God Men’s Outdoor Group.

The event is designed to introduce children and their families to outdoor skills involved in hunting and fishing.

According to Dave Shellhaas, organizer, the event has been growing each year and they are up to over 450 people attending.

There is plenty to see and do at this fun event.

There will be an archery range where kids of all ages can test their archery skills or shoot a bow and arrow for the first time. Kids can also shoot targets at the air gun shooting gallery.

Older kids and adults can try their hand at shooting clay birds or stationary targets at the shotgun ranges ran by the Darke County Chapter of Pheasants Forever. Attendees can also shoot paintballs at the slingshot target range. There is truly something for everyone.

The “Outdoor Challenge” encourages the children attending to attempt each of the various outdoor skill activities offered at the event. When children register they will receive a free activity ticket that will allow them to participate in each activity.

When they successfully complete the “Outdoor

Delbert and Edna Fourman – 1964

Challenge” by getting their ticket punched at each activity, they will receive a free prize.

Also, this is the second year for a Chili Cooking Contest. For more information on the contest call 337-5471.

Families are welcome to come and fish for the afternoon at the stocked pond and check out the various activities. Bring your poles and tackle; live bait will be provided. There will also be a fishing contest for various children’s age groups catching the largest fish.

To participate, children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who must sign a release form for each child attending. Participants can attempt the activities more than once by purchasing an additional activity ticket for $5. All activities begin at noon and continue until 4 p.m. Food and drinks will be available throughout the day and proceeds will go the Ansonia Church of God Men’s Outdoor Group. All activities will be held at the shelter house and pond behind the Ansonia First Church of God in Ansonia, on the south side of Ansonia on State Route 118.

For more information or directions contact the church office at 337-3945.

Additional support for the event has been provided by Darke County Pheasants Forever, Ohio Division of Wildlife, Outdoor Kids Club, and Buckeye Scents.

Delbert and Edna Fourman present

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 Glenn Eley Family

Stacie Sharp – Cody Coblentz

Sharp and Coblentz to wed

GREENVILLE – Dave and Carrie Sharp, of Greenville, would like to announce the engagement and upcoming wedding of their daughter, Stacie Marie Sharp to Cody Nathaniel Coblentz, son of Terry and Cindy Coblentz, of Union City.

The bride-elect is a 2006 graduate of Greenville High School and of Upper Valley JVS. She is an LPN at the Brethren’s Retirement Community in Greenville. Her fiancé is a 2009 graduate of Mississinawa Valley high School and is employed at Winner’s Meats in Greenville.

Stacie and Cody will exchange wedding vows on Sept. 27 at J&J Enterprises in Greenville with a reception to follow.

BLESSED EVENT

(RJ), Abby and Forrest, all of Arcanum.

There will be an open house on Sept. 21, at the Painter Creek Church of the Brethren, corner of State Route 571 E. and Gettysburg Pitsburg Road, 1-4 p.m.

No gifts please, just your presence to help them celebrate is the best gift of all.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Class of 1964 recently held its 50th year class reunion at the American Legion Hall in Greenville. Members attending were (front row) Barbara Amburgey, Shirley Brooks Llacera, Fran Dorris, Lee Ann Boyd Wenning, Pat Fisher Schlosser, Audrey Keane Walther, Janis Finnarn Wells, Paulette Swab Shields, Esther Goubeaux Joslin, Patsy Pence Livingston, Karen Cook Besecker, Pam Wentworth Ousley, Sandra Hangen Ashby, Evelyn Denlinger Fout, (row two) Charlotte Snyder Wright, Adelaide

HOLLANSBURG – The Beech Grove Church of the Brethren, 3420 Harrison Road, Hollansburg, is announcing a new and exciting Wednesday evening program. This new adventure will begin on Sept. 10, 6:30 p.m. The All Stars for Jesus kids club will be for the following age levels: Honeybees 2-3 years, Cubbybears 4-5 years, All Stars I- grades 1st-3rd and All Stars II- 5-6th grades.

Kids Club will be held each Wednesday from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The children will enjoy a fun filled hour of Bible stories, Bible adventures, hands on activities, Bible verse memory time, crafts, music and more. The All Stars for Jesus kids

DARKE CO. – Kristy Elliott and Alex Kirtley are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Serenah Lou Kirtley. She was born Aug. 23, 2014, 2:10 p.m. and weight 7lbs 12oz and was 20 1/2-inches long.

She was welcomed home by her siblings, Ayden and Lainee Hackney. Grandparents are Randy and Tammy Elliott, Jim and Angie Kirtley and Melissa Hunker.

Remodeling • Texturing • Pressure Washing • Rush Seat Repair • Wallpaper Removal • Refinishing Exterior Doors • Patch & Repair Drywall • Home & Commercial Building Maintenance

937-548-0474

tecumsehpainting@embarqmail.com

club is opening to the community, says Pastor Dewayne Heck. “We are a growing church with a desire to provide a place where children can come to learn and grow as All Stars for Jesus.” They are also beginning a new women’s Bible study series from Beth Moore entitled “James Mercy Triumphs.” Anyone interested in joining the women’s study group needs to contact Pam

Bevins at 997-4271 to reserve a copy of the workbook that costs $19.75.

Anyone interested in knowing more about the kids club can contact them on Facebook at Beech Grove Church of the Brethren or call 9960162.

The entire schedule will include a break for Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. Schedules are available upon request.

GREENVILLE EAGLES EVENTS

RENTAL FACILITIES

DARKE COUNTY SINGLES

DANCE

for your...

SAT., SEPT. 13TH

Wedding & Wedding Receptions Family Reunion • Class Reunion Private Event • Club Gatherings Birthday Party • Anniversary Graduation Party • Retirement 3 Facilities to Choose From

8:00-11:00 Music by

SILVER MOUNTAINS Greenville VFW

219 N. Ohio St. • Admission $5 SINGLE PEOPLE 21 & OVER

937-548-6901 www.GreenvilleEagles.org Eagles@GreenvilleEagles.org

reunion

BRADFORD – The 2014 Sargent Reunion will be held Sept. 21 at the Harris Creek Church of the Brethren, State Route 721, Bradford. The meal will be served at 12:45 p.m.

Everyone should bring a main dish, salad or desert, and table service.

Beverages provided.

Ginger DeWeese

Name: Ginger Lee DeWeese Age: One Year Birthday: Sept. 1, 2013 Parents: Catie (Gairing) and Tom DeWeese Sister: Pepper Jane DeWeese Grandparents: Benson and Letitia DeWeese, of Greenville, Carol Gairing, of Chandler, AZ, and Walter Gairing, of Gilbert, AZ Great Grandmother: Isabel Bruckman, of Lyndhurst

DELI MEATS & CHEESES FOR SCHOOL LUNCHES 8138 US Rt. 36 West, Bradford, Ohio (937) 447-4925 Hours: Mon 8:30 ~ 8:00, Tues ~ Fri 8:30 ~ 5:30, Sat 8:30 ~ 4:00, Closed Sundays

SPECIAL OFFER WATER SOFTENER TUNE-UP • Test Hot and Cold Water • Reset Unit If Necessary • Check Time • Sanitize System

ALL FOR ONLY

Owner

FREE ESTIMATES INSURED

Goubeaux, Nancy Bromagen, Parish, Joanne Overmyer Haynes, Dick Brown, (row four) Mike Arnold, Keith Flory, Jim Poling, Dave Didier, Charles Anthony, Jerry Ellis, Jerry Stump, Roger Snider, Jerry Voiles, J.L. Harter, Mike Garbig, Don Hoblit, Gary Johnson, Bill Light (row five) Gary Deeter, Ken McCoy, Larry Ellis, Tom Horn, Dave Meyer, Bruce Enochs, Dick Swartz, Jerry Doss, Phil Ungericht, Dave Small, Rick Birt, Kim Kris Garrison and Chuck Bowen. Not pictured, but attending were Jerry Sommer and Wayne McNutt.

Serenah Kirtley

Dick Baker Preserving, Protecting & Enhancing Your Investment

Schreiner Kolb-Selby, Marsha Kuhnle Prasuhn, Wanda Bruss Bailey, Liz Joanie Sullivan Steinle, Darlene Hammaker Winterrowd, Sue Thomas Schlechty, Patty Cool Cotterman, Terry Moore Emory, Roberta Heath Crawford, Sharon Prophater Hurst, Kaye Williams Blankenship, Shirley Baxter Oliver, James Mike McCullough, (row three) Fred Foutz, Dwaine Blumenstock, Beth Rhynard Hoffman, Dennis Forte, Dan Meehan, Judy Bisel Miller, Doree Greendyke Lee, Karen Cook Linke Del Guidice, Cindy Fisher Lutz, Gerald Sleppy, Jane

All Stars for Jesus Kids Club begins

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Fourman’s anniversary Sargent DARKE CO. – Delbert Kyle, Kimberly, Ryan and Edna Fourman will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sept.

19. They were married at the Ansonia Methodist Church by Rev. Alvin Cook.

They have two children, Roger (Leslay) Fourman and Michelle Fourman, all of Arcanum. They have six grandchildren, Kelly,

GHS Class of 1964 reunion

KELLY LAIRD IS “40” & STILL ROCKIN’ Love, the girls at work

29

$

95

We Service All Makes & Models

Limited Time Offer Call Today for Appointment

Grosch Quality Water, Inc. 937-548-5115

Local family owned & operated 518 Sater Street since 1959!

Greenville, OH 45331

SERVING ALL YOUR WATER NEEDS!

SPORTS

PAGE 8 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

Greenville QB 8th grader Colton Zumbrun stretches into the endzone for a touchdown in the fourth quarter of week one win over West Carrollton. (Clinton Randall photo)

Greenville Jr. High football wins season openers

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER GREENVILLE – Both the Jr. High Wave teams dominated West Carrollton Wednesday, Sept. 3 in the 2014 season opener.

The 8th grade team won by a score of 24-8 while the 7th graders beat the Pirates on the

road 28-8. Greenville is now 1-0 on the season and in the GWOC North.

The 8th graders are once again at home this Wednesday against Miamisburg, while the 7th graders are on the road against the Vikings.

Log on to bluebagmedia.com for a photo gallery from the game.

Mississinawa Valley HS Dance Team (Clinton Randall photo)

MV Dance Team awarded grand champs at state fair UNION CITY, Ohio – The girls of the Mississinawa Valley High School Dance Team took first place in the dance division and were awarded overall grand champions at the statewide competition Aug. 3 at the the Ohio State Fair in Columbus.

Pictured in front row from left to right are: Paxton Scholl, Kayla Harris, Cydney Adams, and Kailyn Marker. Back row from left to right: Stevi

Keen, Makayla Connor, Sharann Livingston, Alysha Thompson, Hope Jankowski, Makenna Price and Haylee Beanblossom.

With the win, the girls qualify to compete in the March 2015 nationals at Orlando, Fla. They are coached by Karry Marker, Lea Ann Livingston and Jami Seiber.

They will compete locally at the annual cheer competition on Sept. 28 at Tri-Village.

Versailles’ Christa Puthoff puts down spike in Thursday’s win against New Bremen. (Chuck Runner photo)

Versailles volleyball remains unbeaten, state ranked VERSAILLES - Defending state volleyball champions the Versailles Tigers stay undefeated on the season as they beat New Bremen Thursday in three sets. According

to the Ohio High School Volleyball Coaches Association (OHSVCA) Aug. 31 Coaches Poll, the Lady Tigers are ranked number two in the state for Division 3.

The Dalmatian Duo are ready.

Are you?

“It’s Time to Prepare and Practice Your Home Fire Escape Plan.”

 Prepare… *Sit down with the family and draw out or go over your escape plan. *Make sure all windows can be opened easily. For upstairs windows, have an escape ladder that fits your windows. *Make sure your children know that the escape ladder is for emergencies only and is not a toy. *Make sure all smoke alarms and CO detectors are working. *Make sure your fire extinguishers are charged. *Keep extra blankets and a flash light in a car, shed, barn, or stored outside the home somewhere. * Teach your children How and When to call 911.

 Practice… (All members of the family should practice)... set the smoke alarms off so all members know the sound. *Teach children to “get low and go” if there is smoke in the home. *Feel the door, doorknob, and cracks around the door with the back of your hand to see if it is too hot. *Go to your family meeting place outside away from the house, but where fire and EMS can see you, make sure every knows what to do when they arrive. *Once outside, stay outside.

State Farm® Providing DIANE EVANS Insurance and 200 Wagner Ave., Financial Services Greenville Home Office Bloomington, dianeevansagency.com Illinois 61710 (937) 548-1246

“See me for all your insurance needs”

Madison Grilliot and Murphy Grow have been leading the Versailles Lady Tigers on the cross country course. (Ryan Berry photo)

Taylor Hackney has so far been one of the top two runners in the Lady Jets arsenal. (Ryan Berry photo)

Top runners finding their way on the cross country course

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR www.bluebagmedia.com DARKE COUNTY – Three weeks into the season and Darke County’s Cross Country Teams have been off and running. Early this season, most teams have competed in the Bob Schul Invitational in West Milton and Treaty City Invitational in Greenville. A couple of teams supported the newly created Covington Invitational. This weekend, Darke county teams split time between the Brookville Invitational, Union City Invitational, Troy Invitational, Tiffin Distance Carnival and Spencerville Invitational (visit bluebagmedia.com for results). Check out this week’s schedule to see where your favorite team will be this week.

How are these teams doing and who are the standouts? Here is a rundown for each of the schools.

Greenville In the boys division, the top runners to watch at Greenville are seniors Jacob Butsch and Bailey Hartle.

Through two meets, both have put up decent times with Butsch taking 10th in Centerville and ninth at the Treaty City Invitational. His time slipped a little from Centerville; dropping from 16:59.65 to 17:06, but Hartle shaved 16 seconds off of his time dropping it from 17:52.52 to 17:36 Ally Hayes and Lexi Roth after two meets have been the top two girls for Greenville.

Hayes shaved almost a minute off of her previous meet at the Treaty City Invitational. Roth knocked 12 seconds off of her time.

Versailles Versailles is always strong in running events and this year is no exception. Both the boys and girls teams have scored top five finishes at the Bob Schul Invitational and Treaty City Invitational. The top boys are Richie Ware who took fourth at the Bob Schul and seventh at the Treaty City Invitational. Joe

Spitzer finished a little more than a minute behind Ware, but is still putting up times to keep in the top 20.

Madison Grilliot started the season with a 20:57 at the Bob Schul and lost a few seconds to finish with a 21:02 at the Treaty City. Murphy Grow isn’t far behind, having finished 21:22.2 at the Bob Schul and 21:16 in Greenville.

Arcanum Isaac Stephens and Michael Scott are the two runners to watch in Arcanum. Stephens had a 36th place finish in West Milton at the Bob Schul. He lost a little time in the Buccaneer FOE 3998 in Covington, which showed in his placing at 41st.

Scott dropped his time from 20:52.7 in West Milton to 20:04.7, besting his teammate and earning 34th place.

Marcy Bradshaw and Kelsey Anderson have so far shown they are at the top for the Arcanum girls. Bradshaw was able to drop 54 seconds from her time the team’s second meet. She finished 13th in Covington. Anderson finished in 25:46.7 in West Milton, but lost a little time in Covington to finish with a 26:30.1.

Bradford Johnny Fike and Rayce Grigg are set to lead the Bradford Railroaders Boys Cross Country Team this year. Fike improved from 19:32.4 to 18:48 in the first two meets.

Grigg also improved going from a 21:09.7 to a 20:24.

Bailey Brewer was able to improve her time and standing from the Bob Schul to the Treaty City Invitational. She posted a 22:08.7 and a 30th place finish in West Milton, but posted a 12th place finish with a 21.26 finish in Greenville. Gabby Fair lost a little time in her second meet, dropping from 25:59.4 to 26:03.

Tri-Village Keenan Fraylick has posted good times for the Tri-Village boys this year. In his first meet he ran the course in 18:59.7. He improved in Covington

Sports Bar & Grill 1240 E. Russ Rd.

Greenville, OH 45331

937-548-0019 Hours: Mon-Thur 11am-Midnight Fri. & Sat. 11am-2:30am Sun. Noon-11pm

Delivery 11am-8:30pm Thursday, Friday & Saturday

with a time of 18:54.7.

Kody Fourman has also been fairly steady, posting times of 19:35.4 and 19:51.8.

Ecko Brown and Samantha Holzapfel are leading the Patriots so far this year. At the Bob Schul, Brown finished with a 26:08.1. Holzapfel crossed the finish line just outside of the top 100 runners (26:42.4).

They led their team to a 13th place finish. Brown bested her previous time in the second meet to earn 38th place with a 25:22.8. Holzapfel wasn’t far behind with a 26:28.9.

Franklin Monroe Chance Gilliland, Alex Knepshield, and freshman Alex Schmitmeyer are the boys to watch at Franklin Monroe. Gilliland and Knepshield were the top two at the first meet, but Schmitmeyer passed Knepshield for second best on the team at the Treaty City Invitational. Both Gilliland and Schmitmeyer improved their times in the second meet. Knepshield only lost two seconds on his previous time.

Danielle McVey and Taylor Hackney are leading the Lady Jets this year. McVey has scored times of 25:48.8 and 24:33 while Hackney has posted 27:30.9 and 25:40 Mississinawa Valley The Blackhawks have very few options this year on their Cross Country teams. Colyn Nelson is the lone runner for the boys. He has posted times of 22:53.5 and 22:13.

Megan Wilson and Whitney King have led

the girls’ team. Wilson has posted times of 29:01.4 and 26:46 while King has improved from 30:03.4 to 29:07.

Union City Community In their first meet of the season, Dawson Roberts earned a 10th place finish with a time of 20:09.5 and Charles Baron was on two finishing places behind with a 21:23.3. Roberts and Baron continued to lead the team at the Treaty City Invitational by posting 19:49 and 20:15, respectively.

Alexi Bocanegra and Emma Barton seem to be evenly matched on the course. Bocanegra bested Baron in the first meet of the season, but Baron was able to reverse the roles at the Treaty City.

Ansonia Ryan Willoughby and Austin Alexander are the entire boys cross country team at Ansonia. After two races, Willoughby and Alexander are neck and neck on who will be the team leader. Willoughby has about a 30-second advantage over Alexander having posted times of 24:09 and 22:33. Alexander has posted times of 24:34 and 23:06.

Stefanie Garret has led the way for the Tigers ladies. She has run times of 25:40 and 23:47. Skyler Marker and Katie Werts have flip-flopped in the first two meets with Marker getting the best of Werts in the opener with a time of 25:59.

Werts came back at the Treat City to best Marker with a time of 24:11.

Hundreds of runners took part in first ever YOLO Festival of Races held in Greenville. (Submitted photo)

Despite rain YOLO event deemed a success GREENVILLE - Nearly 400 runners participated in the first ever YOLO (You Only Live Once) Festival of Races Sunday, Aug. 31 in Greenville. The half-marathon, 15K and 5K event started and finished at the Greenville High School football stadium and even held a Kid Fun Run for the youngsters.

According to race co-

director Phillip Pierri, the rain seemed to have some effect on turnout, but overall was a big success. The event had cash prizes and was sponsored

by Zechar-Bailey Funeral Homes, along with several Gold Sponsors.

To learn more about the the race and Team Yolo visit the official website at www.yoloorg. com

SPORTS

The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com Sunday, September 7, 2014 PAGE 9

The Pick 6 week 3 preview DARKE COUNTY – Four of the five Darke County varsity football teams have home field advantages this coming Friday night.

In the Cross County Conference, the struggling Ansonia Tigers will need all the fan support they can muster as they welcome a wellbalanced Miami East team.

It’s sure to be a good one in Arcanum as the play-off hungry Trojans look to test their skills against a very good TriCounty North squad. On

the other side of Darke County, powerhouse Covington invades Union City, Ohio to face the Mississawa Valley Blackhawks.

With the week one loss of star quarterback, Clay Guillozet, Greenville’s game plan hasn’t changed...Win! The Wave will host Preble Shawnee in an out-ofconference match-up.

Finally, the only Darke County team to hit the road in week 3, the Versailles Tigers, see how they stack up in the MAC as they do battle

THIS WEEK IN SPORTS

with Delphos St. John’s.

Our game six features two GWOC teams, as Troy welcomes Miamisburg to Miami County.

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!

Greenville runs ball in week one loss to Eaton. (Deron Newman photo)

GREENVILLE

VERSAILLES

FOOTBALL Sept. 12 .......@ St John’s ....................................7:30 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 9 .........@ Ft. Loramie Invitational ....................5 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Graham Invitational ....................... 10 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 9 .........vs. Celina ......................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Parkway .....................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......vs. Troy ............................................. 10 a.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........@ Parkway .....................................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Coldwater ..................................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Jordan Moeller Invit. Elks G.C. .....8:30 a.m.

GIRLS GOLF Sept. 8 .........vs. Parkway ...................................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Coldwater .................................4:30 p.m.

MISSISSINAWA VALLEY

FOOTBALL Sept. 12 .......vs. Preble Shawnee .............................7 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 13 .......@ Alliance Invitational .........................9 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 9 .........vs. Troy ..........................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Vandalia-Butler ..........................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Piqua Invitational ............................9 a.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........vs. Sidney ...........................................4 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........@ Miamisburg .....................................4 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Eaton ............................................4 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Jordan Moeller ........................... 7:45 a.m.

GIRLS TENNIS Sept. 8 .........vs. Xenia .......................................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........vs. Piqua ............................................4 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Springfield ....................................4 p.m.

BOYS SOCCER Sept. 9 .........@ Troy ................................................7 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......vs. National Trail ............................... 11 a.m.

GIRLS SOCCER Sept. 9 .........@ Anna ...............................................5 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Troy ...............................................6 p.m.

ARCANUM

FOOTBALL Sept. 12 .......vs. Covington, 7:30 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 9 .........@ Ft. Loramie Invitational ....................5 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Randolph Southern ........................ 10 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 8 .........vs. Union City .................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........@ Covington...................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Bethel ........................................5:30 p.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........@ Franklin Monroe Sept. 9 .........vs. Bethel ......................................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Bradford ..................................4:30 p.m.

FOOTBALL Sept. 12 .......vs. Tri-County North ........................ 7:30 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 9 .........@ Ft. Loramie ......................................5 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Alliance Running Invitational .......8:30 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 9 .........@ Tri-County North .........................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. National Trail ............................5:30 p.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........@ Tri-County North ..............................4 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........vs. National Trail .................................4 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Miami East ......................................4 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 13 .......@ Miami Valley CTC ........................8:30 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 8 .........Houston @ Bradford .......................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........Bradford @ National Trail ................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......Miami East @ Bradford ...................5:30 p.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........Tri-Village @ Bradford ..........................4 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........Newton @ Bradford .............................4 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Mississinawa Valley ....................4:30 p.m.

FOOTBALL Sept. 12 .......Monroe Central JH/HS @ UCCHS CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 10 .......@ Union Co./Winchester/Mon Central ..5 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Randolph Southern Invitational ...... 10 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 8 .........@ Mississinawa Valley HS ...............5:30 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Volleyball Invite (Varsity Only) ...........9 a.m.

Sept. 13 .......vs. Volleyball Invite (JV Only) ................9 a.m.

BOYS TENNIS Sept. 10 .......@ Blue River Valley JH/HS ....................5 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Lincoln JH/HS ...........................4:30 p.m.

BRADFORD

PITSBURG PIZZA & GRILL SERVING BREAKFASTLUNCH-DINNER M-TH 8am - 10pm Fri. & Sat. 8am - 12am 127 N. Jefferson Pitsburg, OH

937-692-8984

UCCHS



We Our Customers!

• Trade or No Trade... get a better deal at Superior Auto • Fast & Easy Credit Application • Experience superior customer service

1535 Wagner Ave. Greenville

(937) 547-5714

www.superior-auto.com

TRI-VILLAGE

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 13 .......@ Eaton Invitational .......................8:30 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 9 .........vs. Ansonia ....................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......vs. Tri-Match with Stivers ..................../Troy Christian.................................. 11 a.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........@ Bradford .........................................4 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........vs. Tri-County North .............................4 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. National Trail .................................4 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF Sept. 11 .......vs. Valley View ...............................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 12 .......@ Russia .......................................4:30 p.m.

FRANKLIN MONROE

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 13 .......@ Alliance – CTC (HS only) ...................9 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 9 .........@ Miami East .................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......vs. Covington .................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ West Milton ................................... 11 a.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........vs. Mississinawa ............................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........@ Ansonia .....................................4:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Bethel ........................................4:30 p.m.

GIRLS GOLF Sept. 9 .........vs. Russia ...........................................4 p.m.

BOYS SOCCER Sept. 11 .......vs. Miami East ............................... 7:15 p.m.

Girls Soccer Sept. 11 .......vs. Miami East ...............................5:30 p.m.

KEITH TROUTWINE AGENCY, INC. Complete Insurance Service

PRESIDENT

21 WEST GEORGE ST. ARCANUM, OH 45304 937-692-8310 OR 1-800-613-8310 CELL: 937-459-6405 www.troutwine-ins.com

Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine

548-4020

FOOTBALL Sept. 12 .......vs. Miami East ............................... 7:30 p.m.

CROSS COUNTRY Sept. 10 .......@ Monroe Central (JH Only) ..................9 a.m.

Sept. 13 .......@ Alliance Inv. (MVCTC) .......................9 a.m.

VOLLEYBALL Sept. 9 .........@ Tri-Village ...................................5:30 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Ansonia .....................................5:30 p.m.

BOYS GOLF Sept. 8 .........vs. Miami East ....................................4 p.m.

Sept. 9 .........vs. Franklin Monroe.............................4 p.m.

Sept. 11 .......@ Covington (Echo Hills GC) .................4 p.m.

KURT TROUTWINE

Wayne Health Sports Athletic Trainers, Rehabilitation Therapy and Orethopedic Services

ANSONIA

Greenville, Ohio

Highest Standards of Professional Service

Sponsored by:

ontage Café Ansonia vs Miami East Arcanum vs Tri-County North Greenville vs Preble Shawnee

Mississinawa Valley vs Covington Versailles at St. John’s Miamisburg at Troy

Scorebreaker = MV vs Covington

Visit

bluebagmedia.com to make your picks This is an online only contest.

For Your Real Estate Needs Contact Nancy Hemer Chris Hemer and Bill Roll

937-548-5448 207 W. Main Greenville

PAGE 10 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

VFW offers audio essay contest GREENVILLE – The VFW Voice of Democracy contest provides students in grades 9-12 the opportunity to explore democratic ideals and prin-

ciples through audio essays. The national winner will receive the $30,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship Award paid directly to the recipient’s

Learning how to use watercolor paints can be difficult, but lots of fun!

Art class for kids GREENVILLE – The Art-Rageous Experience – Children’s Art Program is beginning its fall session of art classes for children on Oct. 4.

In these classes children experience different kinds of art each Saturday morning along with the support and encouragement of their parent or other adult. Children work on different projects each week; they learn about different artists, art techniques and there are visits from local artists with some of their paintings.

These classes are fun, age appropriate, and keep children’s mind and hands busy! The classes

are sponsored by Council on Rural Services and taught by an experienced teacher/artist at a local downtown Greenville setting. There is one class for 4-7 year olds and another for 8-11 year olds.

Art programs help young children explore creativity, to pay attention to detail, build selfesteem and a sense of accomplishment.

Full scholarships are available for families if needed, all supplies are furnished.

To enroll your child in this class, call Council on Rural Services at 1-866-6274557 and ask for Debby Brayfield.

American university, college or vocational/technical school. Other national scholarships range from $1,000-$16,000, and the first-place winner from each (State) VFW Department wins an all-expensepaid trip to Washington, D.C. Learn more: http:// www.vfw.org/VOD/ This year’s Voice of Democracy theme asks students to explain, “Why Veterans are Important to our Nation’s History and Future.” The Voice of Democracy scholarship competition is an audioessay competition open to students in grades 9-12.

The national winner will receive the $30,000 T.C. Selman Memorial Scholarship Award.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the U.S. (VFW) is now accepting entries for the 2014-2015 VFW Voice of Democracy scholarship competitions. This program is dedicated to promoting patriotism among our nation’s youth.

Student participants are asked to submit an essay in response to the question: their entry (along with a completed entry form) to their participating local VFW Post. The deadline for student entries is Nov. 1. Please submit Darke County entries to: President Gail Snyder, LAVFW Post 7262, 219 North Ohio Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Students from across the globe took home their

GHS Class of 1958 GREENVILLE – The Greenville Class of 1958 is having its luncheon on Sept. 12, 1 p.m., at the Fairlawn Restaurant.

COME CELEBRATE National Assisted Living Week with

Oakley Place Senior Living

Monday September 15th 5:00 PM • Enjoy a wonderful dinner cooked by our chef • Performance by the Wavaires • Door Prizes • Fun • Tours

Space is Limited - so hurry & reserve your space!

RSVP by September 12th to Sandy Baker 937-548-9521

Oakley Place

Senior Living Community

1275 Northview Dr. Greenville, Ohio 45331 937-548-9521

Tour Oakley Place

Senior Living at its Best

Tommy Renfro & Bar-B-Q on Sept. 23rd. Watch for details!!!

share of the more than $3 million in scholarships and awards from last year’s competitions.

The VFW established the Voice of Democracy program (VOD) in 1947 to provide students grades 9-12 the opportunity to express themselves in regards to democratic ideas and principles.

The Voice of Democracy Program is open to students in grades 9-12 (on the Nov. 1 deadline), who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial high school or home study program in the United States and its territories.

Download the application at www.vfw.org/ uploadedFiles/VFWorg/ MY_VFW/Voice%20 of%20Democracy%20 2015%20Stud%20Brochure.pdf The theme is Why Veterans are Important to our Nation’s History and Future Students should record their reading of the draft to a CD. The recording can be no shorter than three minutes and no longer than five minutes (plus or minus five seconds).

Originality is worth 30 points: Treatment of the theme should show imagination and human interest.

Content is worth 35 points: Clearly express your ideas in an organized manner. Fully develop your theme and use transitions to move smoothly from one idea to the other.

Delivery is worth 35 points: Speak in a clear and credible manner.

Healthy Meals

GREENVILLE – As a diabetic do you ask yourself, “What can I eat?” Everywhere you turn, there is news about what is or is not good for you. Living with diabetes does not mean that planning healthy meals should take all of your spare time. It also does not mean that you have to feel deprived.

Karen Droesch RD, LD, CDE from Wayne HealthCare will discuss “Planning Healthy Meals.” The presentation will discuss how to balance your meals and make the healthiest food choices. They will outline the current nutrition guidelines for diabetes management. They will explore the plate method of meal planning.

The program will be held Sept. 9, 6 p.m. in the third floor conference room at Wayne HealthCare. The program is free to attend. If you have questions about the program, call 547-5750.

The owners of Happy Fee and Deb & Ambrosia’s Wildflowers invite everyone to their Harvest Blessings Open House.

Harvest Blessings Open House set NEW MADISON – The owners of Happy Feet and Deb & Ambrosia’s Wildflowers invite you to attend their Harvest Blessings Open House on Sept. 12 and 13. The businesses will be open from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday. Both businesses, located just outside of New Madison, are gearing up for the fall season and are looking forward to a blessed harvest for their farming community. They are celebrating the blessings of the year and the upcoming harvest with an open house event.

Join the businesses for shopping, food and fun in a thankful atmosphere at their Harvest Blessings Open House. They will even be offering a combined prize drawing for guests who visit both stores during the open house weekend.

Happy Feet is located at 2960 Wilt Rd outside of New Madison and offers shoes, socks, sports apparel, accessories and much more. Stop by during the open house to enjoy some warm autumn chili while browsing the new merchandise and product lines available now: Real Tree Camo sneakers for men, women and children; Corkys shoes in a variety of colors and styles for women and children; and insulated neoprene 100% waterproof Reed Boots.

New Eastland shoes for men and women have arrived in time for the open house. The shop still carries the much loved white work socks for men, as well as plenty of fun fashion design socks for all occasions.

For the sports enthusiast, she has sports apparel, accessories, and cold weather slippers.

During the open house, guests will receive their choice of a free scarf with any shoe purchase. Also during the open house, guests can receive a massage from Vi of Vi’s hand, foot and neck massage.

Vi will be available for massages from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday of the open house.

Deb & Ambrosia’s Wildflowers is a full service florist, gift and antique shop that offers merchandise for every season. The shop, which is located at 3243 John W Mills Road just north of New Madison, has been transformed into your harvest headquarters. Wildflowers is your stop for pumpkins this fall! Browse the pumpkin patch with more than 80 picked pumpkins for your decorating and carving needs! Colorful arrays of gorgeous hardy mums are available in a variety of sizes! Fall arrangements made of silk or fresh flowers make wonderful gifts, even for yourself! During the open house, additional vendors will be on-site to offer cash and carry merchandise (weather permitting); vendors include Pocketful of Posies, W.B. Designs Jewelry & Hairbows, and Heather B Leaves. For the open house, visitors to Wildflowers will be invited to pop a balloon to reveal a sale amount or free merchandise. Guests will also receive a free gift with a $10 purchase. Stop in to enjoy cookies, popcorn and apple cider while you shop.

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 11

Brewer picked to cheer in England

You can be a Reading Buddy

VERSAILLES – Meladi Brewer earned a spot on the Universal Cheerleading Association’s (UCA) All-American cheer squad while competing at cheer camp with the Versailles cheerleaders. She has been invited to perform in the New Year parade in London, England. She will be leaving Dec. 26 and returning Jan. 2. She will have many opportunities to demonstrate team work, collaboration and spirit, not to mention representing good sportsmanship and being a role model for others. Some site seeing will be thrown in the mix of practice and performance. This is a wonderful opportunity and an honor to be chosen for the squad. You can follow Meladi’s fundraising and trip on Facebook under Meladi’s London Cheer Trip page. Pictures, reminders and flyers will be posted there.

The trip is expensive and Meladi is planning several fundraisers.

One is a Thirty-One Extravaganza on Sept. 13, 1-3 p.m., in the Versailles United Methodist Church basement, 104 W. Wood St., Versailles. All of September’s orders will benefit the London trip. Call Kelly Voisard, 526-9314 or order online at www. mythirtyone.com/kvoisard and click the site, place order, shop now beside Meladi’s London Fundraiser Party. If you book a party, but hold it between now and December, it will benefit the trip as well.

From now until Sept.

18, Meladi is selling flower bulbs. Plant them when they arrive approximately the first week in October for spring blooming. Call (419) 582-0129 to order.

October will be a raffle month. Many area businesses have donated items, gift certificates, shirts, light fixtures, etc.

Meladi will be selling tickets the whole month with the drawing on Nov. 1. Tickets will be $5 each or three for $10 or seven for $20. A complete list of prizes will be available toward the end of September.

Oct. 17-19 is the Bob Evans Fundraiser. Bring in the flyer available on Meladi’s London Cheer Trip Facebook page, call Meladi at (419) 582-0129

GREENVILLE – School is starting and the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is looking for volunteers to be involved with the Reading Buddies program again this year.

They need you to be one of the volunteers that will read at local Head Start and preschool centers on a weekly basis and help preschool children begin their journey to be better readers and students in the future.

Reading is the cornerstone of all learning for children and it must start early, even reading a few pages helps young children learn new words, phrases and strengthens their grammar. By reading regularly with children in the Reading Buddies program you will be investing your time and talents to help young children and families.

Come and be a Reading Buddy * Commit to volunteer a minimum of one visit per week – but you can schedule as much time as you have to give with the teacher after you begin. * Prior experience with reading stories aloud is helpful, but not necessary. They provide training so that you will have the skills you need. * Be aged 55+ and have transportation to the local preschool/Head Start center.

The Greenville Public Library is currently accepting Heirloom Seeds.

Heirloom seed donations at library Meladi Brewer

to send you one or pick one up at John’s IGA in Versailles and 15 percent of your purchase will be donated to the cheer trip.

You must have the flyer at time of purchase.

Oct. 24 is Jumpy’sTroy. Bring a flyer in and 25 percent will go to the trip. This is great for those who will be off school because of a teacher inservice. It’s a great way to entertain the children under 12 especially with discounted/package pricing.

Along with the above, Meladi parked cars for the fair, had a 50/50 raffle and a car wash.

She said, “I want to thank all who helped with those fundraisers and those who supported them. I appreciate all you have done.” Congratulations to the 50/50 winner, Dick Hecht.

She also extended a thank you the following businesses that have been supportive: The Gathering Place, Versailles; Francis Manufacturing Company, Russia; Bruns Animal Clinic, Versailles; Dr. Stephen R. Stentzel, DDS, Greenville; Dave Knapp Ford, Greenville; Suzie’s Vintage, Versailles; E&R Pub, Yorkshire; Portrait Identity, Yorkshire, Stairways to Wellness, Yorkshire; Mesco Electrical Supply, New Bremen; Gus’ Garage, Versailles; Nature’s Reflections, Versailles; Laundry Depot, Versailles; John’s IGA, Versailles; Versailles Savings and Loan, Versailles; Prenger Financial Services, Versailles; Farmer Credit Mid-America, Versailles; Ernst Sporting Goods, Versailles; Kaup Pharmacy, Versailles; Ace Hardware, Versailles; and Creek Side Drive N Go, Versailles.

DEAN’S LIST DARKE CO. – Edison Community College recognized 62 students for excellence in academics on the 2014 Summer Semester Dean’s List. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, a student must have at least a 3.5 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 hours for the semester.

Local students named to the list include: Arcanum: Chasity Fuson Greenville: Jodi Bar-

Greenville BOE meets

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Board of Education will meet in regular session on Sept. 11, 7 p.m., in the Anna Bier Civic Center, Memorial Hall, Greenville. The purpose of the meeting is to present any business that may come before the board and executive session, if necessary. There will be a work session preceding the regular meeting at 6 p.m.

Elks host breakfast

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Elks, 214 W. Third St., will host its Second Sunday Breakfast on Sept. 14, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. They will have eggs and omelets to order, sausage, bacon, biscuits and sausage gravy, waffle bar and more. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children under 12.

The breakfast is open to the public.

horst, Candy Gantt, Daniel Pence, Lucas Purdin, Kristen Stryker New Weston: Erika Muhlenkamp Union City: Heather Dirksen Versailles: Cory Adkins, Gabrianna Mescher, Jesse Paulus, Erin Shaffer Yorkshire: Lauren Kauffman.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library’s “Growing Harvest Seed Library” has gotten off to a great start this summer!

Now the time has come to replenish the heirloom seed supply for next year and below are a few guidelines.

If patrons have borrowed seeds, they are not obligated to donate seeds.

However donations are appreciated to keep the Seed Library self-sustaining. Returning twice the amount borrowed would be ideal, eg. if 1 tbs. return 2 tbs. Make sure the seeds are dry and clean of particles prior to donating.

When donating borrowed or self-grown seeds,

Hurley to entertain CELINA – Bearcreek Memories Dinner Theater in Celina is presenting comedian Carl Hurley on Sept. 11, at 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Carl Hurley, drawing from his roots in the tradition of such other American humorists as Andy Griffith and Garrison Keillor, delights audiences with his reflections on life as viewed by a native of Appalachia with a singular sense of the absurd.

Part of a family of naturalborn storytellers from the hills of Laurel County, Ky., Hurley combines his innate skills a yarn-spinner with the expressiveness of a great comic actor. With an impish giggle on his lips and a benign twinkle in his eye, Hurley spreads an infectious form of fun that is often outrageous yet always good-natured and clean. His unique comedy style, coupled with a background in public education, has earned him the title of “America’s funniest professor.”

Buffet & Show tickets and Show-Only tickets are available. Gold seating is $25. Silver Seating is $30. Add a buffet for $14. The buffet is provided by Romer’s Catering.

Tickets are available by phone by calling Missy or Betsy at 567-510-0096 or online at www.bearcreekmemories.com.

Bearcreek Memories Dinner Theater is located at 3769 US 127 S, Celina, at Romer’s Overdrive location. Bearcreek Memories Dinner Theater opened

as a place where people could come for entertainment and a delicious meal after Bearcreek Farms in Bryant, IN closed forever last October.

NEW MADISON SUPERMARKET CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

www.facebook.com/newmadisonsupermarket FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF OVER 80 SALE ITEMS! Copy of entire ad available at the store starting Monday morning.

AD PRICES IN EFFECT MON., SEP. 08-SAT., SEP. 13, 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 ..............................................

Dole 12 oz Iceberg

TOSSED SALAD .99ea ..............................................

Dole 14 oz

COLE SLAW .99ea ..............................................

Dole, 1 lb Mini

PEELED CARROTS .99ea ..............................................

2 lb Bag Medium

YELLOW ONIONS .99ea ..............................................

Sundia 7 oz Assorted

MIXED FRUIT CUPS .99ea ..............................................

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

SAVE $5.00 ON ANY 5 OF THE FOLLOWING KRAFT CHEESE ITEMS -MIX ‘N MATCHWITH THE IN AD COUPON ...............................................

Kraft 8 oz Soft Spread

In-Home / On-Site

COMPUTER SERVICE & REPAIR

DANNY KOLB, Chief Technican

937-467-6242

Hours: 10-8 Mon.-Sat.

reg. $4.49

CRACKER BARREL CHEESE 3.49ea

Plus save more with coupon ...............................................

Kraft 8 oz reg. $3.99

SHREDDED CHEESES

2.79ea

Plus save more with coupon ...............................................

Kraft 12 oz

reg. $3.29

AMERICAN CHEESE SINGLES 2.79ea

Plus save more with coupon ...............................................

Kraft 8 oz

Streamline Computer Solutions Lifelong Darke County Resident

please include the name of plant, variety of plant, year harvested, and location of harvest. Pre-made envelopes are available at the seed library, but seeds can be donated in whatever bags patrons have available as long as bags are labeled.

Please complete a participation form (unless patrons have already completed one earlier) at the Reference Desk. Commercial seeds can be donated as long as they are not GMO. They must be heirloom or open-pollinated.

Heirloom/open-pollinated seeds can also be purchased online @ Seed Savers Exchange and Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds.

* Must be willing to have a background check (provided free) and a physical form completed by your doctor - these are requirements from the state to volunteer in a child care center.

The local Kids Learning Place Education and Child Care Centers has invited RSVP to help them find community volunteers to read with children in the local Head Start and preschool classrooms.

If you live in Darke County and love being with children this program could be just right for you. The Kids Learning Place centers are located in Greenville, Bradford and Union City. Research shows that the sooner a child can develop a love of reading the better; and YOU can be that person to help these young children learn to read, be kindergarten ready and have a brighter future.

It’s easy to get started, just call Ahby Mangen our volunteer recruiter at 937-548-8002 or email rsvpdk@councilonruralservices.org talk with her about this and all the volunteer opportunities available.

For more information about the programs of Council on Rural Services … programs for innovative learning, check the website at www.councilonruralservices.org.

reg. $2.79

MEAT SPECIALS In Store Made, FRESH, BULK

PORK SAUSAGE 2.59lb 3 LB OR LARGER PKGS 2.39lb LIMIT 10 lb CALL 996-1781 TO SAVE WAIT TIME-THANKS ............................................

Deutsch Kase Haus COLBY CHUNK 3.49lb

LONGHORN CHEESE SLICED 3.69lb ............................................

Lipari Old Tyme SMOKED

TURKEY HAM 2.99lb ............................................

Eckrich Oven Roasted

CHICKEN BREAST 4.69lb .............................................

Eckrich Fried

TURKEY BREAST 4.69lb .............................................

Eckrich Cajun

TURKEY BREAST 4.99lb .............................................

Eckrich Buffalo Style

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

Eckrich

COTTO SALAMI 4.09lb .............................................

Eckrich 98% Fat Free Imported

COOKED HAM 4.99lb .............................................

Eckrich 96% Fat Free Honey

BAKED HAM 3.99lb .............................................

Eckrich Jumbo All Meat

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

Eckrich

ROAST BEEF 6.29lb .............................................

PHILADELPHIA CREAM CHEESE 1.99ea

PLU 2

Eckrich

HONEY LOAF 3.59lb .............................................

Oscar Mayer 8.8 to 11.1 oz reg. $2.79

FUNPACK LUNCHABLES 1.99ea .............................................

Gerber’s Amish Farms Better Feed-Better Taste

CHICKEN LEG QUARTERS .99lb .............................................

86% Lean

GROUND ROUND PATTIES 3.99lb .............................................

Beef Round BONELESS Rolled & Tied

RUMP ROAST 4.49lb .............................................

BONELESS

BEEF CUBED STEAKS 4.49lb .............................................

Beef Round BONELESS

EYE OF ROUND STEAKS 4.49lb .............................................

BONE-IN Center Cut

SMOKED PORK LOIN CHOPS 4.29lb .............................................

Farm Fresh 3 lb Bag reg. $7.99 IQF BONELESS, SKINLESS

CHICKEN BREASTS 5.99ea .............................................

SQUEALIN’ COW PATTIES

½ GROUND CHUCK-½ BACON MOO-OINK’N GOOD .............................................

9/08/14-9/13/14

Plus save more with coupon ...............................................

Essential Everyday 16 oz reg. $.89 Soft Spread

MARGARINE QUARTERS .69ea ...............................................

Smith Dairy GALLON

reg. $3.99

ORANGE JUICE 3.49ea ...............................................

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

6 Pack

reg. $3.99

Banquet 24-28 oz Family Entree

reg. $3.99

Digiorno 29-34 oz

reg. $6.99

KLONDIKE BARS 2.99ea ..............................................

DINNERS 2.49ea ..............................................

PIZZAS 4.99ea ..............................................

GROCERY SPECIALS ..............................................

Mountain Dew and Pepsi Cola LIMIT 2 Assorted 24 Pack 12 oz Cans “CUBES” 5.99ea ..............................................

Mikesell’s 6 oz reg. $2.00

PUFFCORN DELIGHTS 1.49ea ..............................................

Frito Lay 8½ oz Kettle Cooked

reg. $3.49

POTATO CHIPS 2.29ea ..............................................

Frito Lay 10-11 oz

reg. $4.29 DORITOS 2.29ea ..............................................

General Mills reg. $3.69-4.19 8.9 oz Cheerios, 10.7 oz Trix, 11.8 oz Cocoa Puffs, 12 oz Golden Grahams, 12.2 oz Cinnamon Toast Crunch or 10.9 oz WHEATIES 1.99ea ..............................................

PLU 2

NEW MADISON SUPERMARKET

GROCERY SPECIALS Kellogg’s reg. $4.49-4.69 13.2 oz Crunchy Nut Golden Flakes, 18.7 oz Raisin Bran, 18 oz Corn Flakes, 12 oz Crispix or 18.2 oz

RAISIN BRAN CRUNCH 2.49ea ............................................

Post 11 oz Fruity or reg. $4.29-4.59 Cocoa Pebbles, 12.5 oz Honeycomb, 14.75 oz Golden Crisp or 12 oz

POPPIN’ PEBBLES BERRY 1.99ea ............................................

Betty Crocker 4.5-8 oz reg. $2.99 Fruit Roll Ups and Assorted FRUIT SNACKS 1.99ea ............................................

Kellogg’s 8 Count reg. $2.89 POP TARTS 1.99ea ............................................

Nabisco 9.5-15.1 oz reg. $3.79

ROUND RITZ SNACK CRACKERS 2.49ea ............................................

Gold Medal 5 lb

reg. $3.49

FLOUR 1.99ea ............................................

Essential Everyday 18 oz reg. $2.89

PEANUT BUTTER 1.49ea ............................................

Kraft 7.25 oz Blue Box

reg. $1.79

Essential Everyday 3 Pack

reg. $1.69

Essential Everyday 4 lb

reg. $2.39

MACARONI & CHEESE .99ea ............................................

MICROWAVE POPCORN .99ea ............................................

GRANULATED SUGAR

.99ea Limit one with an additional $20.00 eligible purchase (excluding tobacco products and 24 Pack Sale Pop) ............................................

Essential Everyday reg. $1.09 14.5-15 oz TOMATOES .79ea ............................................

PAGE 12 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

Magoto to retire; open house set

VERSAILLES – With mixed feelings Tom Magoto is announcing his retirement from State Farm Insurance on Nov. 30.

Tom began his scratch agency in a small apartment on Pearl St. in 1972.

With a door balanced over two filing cabinets as a makeshift desk and his rate book in hand he began calling names out of the phonebook.

As newlyweds, Tom and Shila started a family with their first of five children born in 1974 and moved to Wood St. where Shila ran the office from their home while Tom serviced policyholders in Sidney and met with new clients. Back then most of Tom’s appointments were conducted sitting in the homes of policyholders figuring quotes and writing applications out by hand.

As the business and family grew, Tom had to decide if he would keep the agency in Sidney or Versailles. His heart has always been with Versailles, so his decision was easy. He moved his office next to the Sweet Shop and hired Jane Leeper as his first full time secretary in 1979. Jane remained with the agency until her retirement in 1998.

In 1984, Tom purchased the McCord building and moved the business to its current location.

Tom’s wife Shila has been

Park district board meets GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District Board of Commissioners regular board meeting has been changed to Sept. 11, 4 p.m., in the Tecumseh Room of the Shawnee Prairie Nature Education Center, 4267 St. Rt. 502 W., Greenville.

Tom Magoto announced he will be retiring at the end of November, but will leave the agency in the hands of his son-in-law, Josh Brooks.

the office manager and they would like to thank their staff members Shannon Grant, Mike Simon and Phil Bowsher for their dedication to the agency and policyholders.

After 42 years with State Farm, Tom has seen many changes, especially in the area of technology. His uncompromising dedication to his policyholders has been the cornerstone of his agency and what he will miss the most is meeting and talking with his clients.

Tom is happy to be keeping the agency in the family! His son-in-law, Josh Brooks, will be taking over. Josh has been with State Farm since 2005 and brings a lot of experience and knowledge

of the field. Josh is married to Tom and Shila’s third daughter, Kimberly.

They have four beautiful children: Adia, Kierce, Nigel and Xavier. They have recently moved to Versailles and Tom and Shila are very excited to have grandchildren nearby and attending Versailles Schools.

Tom and Shila will be hosting an Open House for clients and the public at the insurance office on Sept. 17, 4-6 p.m. Tom would like to thank his policyholders for allowing them to serve them throughout the years. It will also be a chance to say good-bye to Tom and Shila and to meet Josh and Kim. They are looking forward to seeing everyone.

Burn Dog Poker Run raises money for local teen GREENVILLE – The Burn Dog Poker Run started in 2008 when a group of friends wanted to remember a friend, Louis “Burnie” Wimbley Jr., who passed away in a motorcycle accident, and to help his family provide a headstone for his grave. Since the first year was such a success, they continued to hold this event yearly with the proceeds going to local families.

This year the recipient of the proceeds is Desiree Anders, who was recently diagnosed with T-Cell Lymphoblastic Lymphoma cancer. Desiree was taken to Upper Valley Medical Center due to vomiting and an apparent stomach virus, but was transferred to Children’s Hospital and placed in the cancer ward after masses were discovered in Desiree’s chest and on her kidneys. Her mother, Starla Cates, was informed that the malignancies were spreading rapidly through her body, and dialysis and chemo treatments were started right away.

Pet Fest and Rescue Reunion

TROY – The community Pet Fest & Rescue Reunion returns to Miami County on Sept. 27 at Waco Air Field (County Road 25A) Troy, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Bring your family and friends and your leashed pet (no retractable leashes) to this special event. It is a celebration of pets in our lives, opportunity to learn about local rescue efforts, information about responsible pet care, and many vendors selling pet

related items.

Activities include doggie parade, photo booth, dog contests, raffle items, training showcase, 50/50 raffle, and many rescue groups (dog, cat and bird) will be on site as well.

Food vendors for the day are: T’s Freeze and Hot Dog Express.

Admission is $5 per carload with a requested donation of dry dog or cat food…which in turn provides you with a free raffle ticket for any of our

wonderful raffle items.

The event is sponsored by One Call Now, SkyviewK9, Miami Jacobs Vet Tech College, Hits105.5, Blessings, Inc., Troy Animal Hospital, The Ross family, UnLeashed and Tractor Supply. Blue Dog Bakery, Genesis Graphics, Freeman Grove Insurance, and Agenbroad Veterinary Clinic.

Visit the event page of www.Dream4pets.org for more information.

She was released from the hospital on Aug. 7 after the spinal tap showed that there were no cancer cells in her brain. She is currently home and receiving chemo treatments, although she has to make weekly trips back to Children’s.

This family had their world turned upside down in a matter of days, but they are handling it well and already have community support. On the Prayers and Encouragement for Desiree Anders Facebook page, Starla reported “It’s crazy how our lives can change so fast, but I know God is going to use this and allow Desiree to be a walking testimony!”

Benjamin Hoying, the person behind the Burn Dog Poker Run, has worked closely with Melissa and Bobby Vore, owners of Hot Rod and Harleys, to grow this event in hopes this year will be the biggest yet.

Hot Rods and Harleys will begin the benefit Sept. 12 with karaoke where you can pay $10 to make someone sing any song of your choosing. They will also be offering Jello shots, with all money going directly

Democrat breakfast GREENVILLE – The Darke County Democrats will host an early riser breakfast at the Brethren Home in the cafeteria on Sept. 13, 8 a.m. Come and enjoy good fellowship and a good breakfast. Everyone is welcome. For reservations, call Tom Hans, 273-3865 or David Niley, 548-4517.

to the benefit.

The poker run will be held on Sept. 13 at Hot Rods and Harleys, with sign up from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. The first bike out will be at 1 p.m.

Melissa Vore, from Hot Rods and Harleys will be providing biscuits and gravy before the ride for donations.

The event starts off with a 100 mile ride with stops at BW3’s in Troy, Cruizers in Russia, The Whistle Stop in Ansonia, Sportzters in Greenville, and BG’s in Northstar. Once back to Hot Rod’s and Harley’s it’s more of a family event with door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, raffle/auction, and bike games. Bike games include loudest pipes competition, burnout contest with one-of-akind awards, tandem slalom, slow drags, and team slalom. While the games are going on you can visit the Greenville Boosters to sign up to win a Corvette, or get your bike pin striped by J.P. Creations.

The community has pulled together to get this event going this year with donations from local businesses, monetary contributions, and it has even drawn attention from a custom jacket designer, Sheldon Williamson of Neo Lux, who has created a jacket just for Desiree as well as one to be raffled off.

If you wish to contribute to this event, you can do so by donating door prizes, contacting Ben Hoying at 4179464, or by dropping off a donation at Chase bank, Desiree Irene Anders fund.

LOCAL

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2014

Solving business’ emerging workforce challenges GREENVILLE – “The issue is finding room in the school day… schools BOB ROBINSON struggle to Associate Editor some extent bluebagmedia.com from state and federal regulations,” said Darke County Economic Development Director Marc Saluk. “There are a lot of changes local school leaders agree should be taught; there’s no room to make them.”

Saluk said the businesses are clear on what they need from the “emerging workforce,” young people graduating from local schools. “What the business community misses most? Problem solving and critical thinking.”

He added it doesn’t mean there aren’t any with those skills, but in general they seem to feel they aren’t getting as many as they need.

“Reading comprehension itself can be an issue; reading instructions on a machine and being able to apply them.” He added running a machine

is an issue. “If there’s a problem, what do you do to deal with it? They need workers who can learn; work toward an effective solution on their own.”

Saluk repeated… they aren’t saying it doesn’t exist; there are just too many coming into the workforce who lack those skills.

“Our problem? How do you do it? There’s often simply no room in the school day.”

A possibility noted by businesses is work experience. “Maybe more students should be able to work off campus,” Saluk said. “Businesses say work experience fits in for most of the emerging workforce.”

All of these concerns, according to Saluk, are why the Superintendent Manufacturer Committee was formed under the umbrella of Partnering for Progress. All county superintendents plus Greenville’s Career Technology Director (Jon McGreevey) and some school principals work with 12 businesses in the community.

The top 12 are based upon

employee numbers. “My job isn’t to try to find solutions… my job is to bring together those who might be able to come up with them. That’s this committee’s goal.”

He added his Career Pathway Coordinator, Lisa Wendel, has put together a steering subcommittee to work on a regular basis and report its ideas to the main committee.

He noted the current focus at this point is the Oct. 3 National Manufacturing Day (The Early Bird/Bluebag Media Aug. 31). “It is a huge effort,” he said.

Saluk also talked about the emerging cooperation with Mercer County. Wendell’s counterpart is Rod Moorman, who serves Mercer-Auglaize Counties. “As we put all this together, we can see how working with her peer in Mercer County becomes more important…

“An employer – like Midmark – hires both from Darke and Mercer Counties. They’ll be able to work with those trained using the same system.”

Itinerate vendors may have new rules GREENVILLE – The City of Greenville may soon refine its RYAN BERRY rules regardManaging Editor ing vendors bluebagmedia.com who travel from place to place trying to convince homeowners to purchase from them. At its Sept. 2 meeting, council approved a report from the law committee that would change the current requirements to its itinerate vendor’s license ordinance.

The committee’s report suggests the city require one $1,500 bond for all employees of a company that gives its employees a W2 at the end of the year. Companies that give 1099 forms would need to have a $1,500 bond on each employee. Also, vendors would be required to purchase an individual license for each vendor at a cost of $125 per license.

Licensees would be required to provide a state issued drivers license that would be copied onto the back of the vendor’s li-

cense. Each vendor must carry the license and show it when asked. Vendors will also be required to provide a thumbprint on the application. Soliciting hours will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Vendors with a physical office in the city would not be required to purchase an itinerate vendor’s license.

City Law Director Eric Brand urged residents to ask to see a vendor’s license when approached.

He had an individual approach his home and followed his own advice. The vendor said his manager had the license. Brand informed the man he was the city law director and knew the requirement that each vendor must carry a license. The vendor left his home immediately.

Brand said to call the police department if the vendor can’t show the proper credentials.

Legislation changing the itinerate vendor’s license ordinance is expected to be ready for the Sept. 16 regular meeting of council.

In other business, council: * Approved an ordinance authorizing the sale of a 2006 Ford E350 LTN Motor Vehicle with Lift on govdeals.com. * Approved a resolution accepting the rates established by the Darke County Budget Commission. * Approved a resolution authorizing the City Auditor to file an application with the Ohio Municipal League Retro Group to create a workers’ compensation group rating plan. * Approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Littman-Thomas Insurance Agency to provide various types of insurance services to the city effective Oct. 1, 2014. * Approved a resolution authorizing a contract for engineering services with Mote & Associates for the North Broadway Street Reconstruction Project.

Council agreed to hold a work session on Sept. 30, 6 p.m. The agenda for the session will be discussed at the Sept. 16 meeting.

Swinging 8’s will begin lessons GREENVILLE – It did not take an “Act of Congress” to get these folks swinging, circling, or sashaying.

However an Act of Congress in 1982 signed by President Reagan recognized square dancing as the official national folk dance of the United States…an activity enjoyed by many.

Folks from Darke and neighboring counties joined members of the Darke County Swinging 8’s in the swine barn during the 2014 Great Darke County Fair.

Mark Libert (caller) and Elaine Wintrow (cuer) directed partners while playing recorded music for the square and circle dancers. Calls included instructional tips for the beginners.

The Darke County Swinging 8’s are gearing up for the new instructional season beginning Sept. 8 in the basement of the Second National Bank, across from McDonalds on Wagner Ave., Greenville.

Each Monday evening from September until April, participants will learn Mainstream and Plus calls as taught by caller Mark Libert, a member of the

The Swinging 8’s hosted a dance during the Darke County Fair in the Swine Barn.

Darke County Swinging 8’s. Club members will be on hand as instructional aides. Classes are open to singles, as well as couples.

In addition to providing square dance lessons, the Darke County Swinging 8’s host a monthly dance on the fourth Saturday of September through June at the First Congregational Christian Fellowship Hall on the corner of Devor and Washington. The dance is open to anyone. It is attended by dancers from counties in Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.

The Darke County Swinging 8’s was chartered in 1966 and is part of the Miami Val-

ley Council. The current officers are: Presidents Phyllis and Harvey Crick, Vice Presidents Paul and Rita Erdman, Secretaries Mike and Cheryl Clark, Treasurers Chet and Sharon Wirrig, and Raid and Retrievers Mike and Edna Carrico.

Square dancing is a way to meet people. It is a low impact exercise…one way to stay in shape. It is also low-cost entertainment.

There is no cost for the first lesson. All other lessons are $2.50 a week.

Those interested in additional information are welcome to call Mike or Edna Carrico, 3384311.

Darke County Commissioners Diane Delaplane, Mike Rhoades and Mike Stegall sign a proclamation declaring September to be Darke County Preparedness Month at the behest of the Darke County Red Cross. Behind them, left to right, Lynne Gump, Mary Lane, Tina Chalmers and Mindy Saylor.

Commissioners sign ‘Preparedness’ proclamation GREENVILLE - On Sept. 3 Darke County Commissioners signed a proclamation declaring September 2014 as Darke County Preparedness Month. In its proclamation Commissioners note every community in the county is vulnerable to emergencies and times of crisis of some type. “Disasters can strike at any time; no one can predict when they will happen.”

The purpose of the declaration is to promote the nationwide effort to prepare and plan ahead; doing so can save lives and livelihoods.

“Having an emergency plan is an important step so everyone in the household knows what they should do if something happens,” said Lynne Gump, Executive Director. “We believe people should mark National Preparedness Month by creating or updating their plan.”

Again this year, in conjunction with Darke County EMA and Homeland Security, the Red

Cross is hosting a Preparedness Walk. Volunteers will be going door-to-door delivering preparedness information and supplies such as the Vial of Life, sunscreen and a First Aid Kit. “This event wouldn’t be possible without the support of partners such as EMA, Wayne HealthCare, DP&L, PepsiCo, United Way and Second National Bank”, stated Dan Franks, Chapter Chair. “For years we’ve been visiting people in our communities urging them to take those first steps and prepare their home.”

Any emergency plan should also include decisions about where to go if ordered to evacuate and what route to take to get there, Gump added.

“It’s a good idea to include alternate routes in case roads are closed.

Don’t forget family pets.

Make sure to include plans for them such as pet-friendly hotels and animal shelters along the evacuation route.”

Gump said the most common threat people face across the country is a fire in their home.

National Preparedness Month is a good time to develop a fire escape plan and practice it with everyone in the household. When developing the plan, walk through the home and look at all exits and possible escape routes, including windows. List two ways to get out of every room in case fire blocks one of the paths. Pick a place to meet outside, a safe distance away and – no matter the circumstances – stay out of the home until fire officials say it is okay to go back inside.

All households should practice their plan at least twice a year.

People should also install smoke alarms on every level of their home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas. They should test the alarms monthly, replace the batteries at least once a year and replace the alarms every ten years.

Business supports DCHS fundraisers ARCANUM – The Darke County Humane Society (DCHS) RYAN BERRY is extendManaging Editor ing its reach bluebagmedia.com and hoping more people will be able to support the organization in its mission to help and protect animals.

DCHS recently opened a satellite location for the public to purchase many of its fundraising products, including Darke Co. Discount Cards, Rada Knives and Trophy Nuts & Candy. The items will be available at Nancy’s Beauty/Tanning and Nail Salon, 7 N. High St., Arcanum.

DCHS Director Mike Pressnall reminded residents the organization gets zero dollars to operate from the city, county or state. Their funding comes entirely from fundraisers and grants. Since the entire county benefits from the services provided by DCHS, the organization believes giving residents in the southern part of the county a convenient location to help only makes sense. In addition to Arcanum, they are

Nancy Wright and her staff joined with the Darke County Humane Society to announce the expansion of the society’s fundraising efforts. Shown with the fundraising display are (from left) Mandy Troutwine, hair stylist; Wright, owner; Monica Lykins, nail technician; Lori Denniston, DCHS board; Kim Ernst, hair stylist; and Mike Pressnall, DHCS director. (Ryan Berry photo)

currently discussing and looking at options for expanding into other parts of the county. Pressnall said, “It’s import to get support from all of the villages.”

What do the funds from the fundraising items support? In addition to protection and adoption of animals, DCHS also holds low cost shot clinics and low cost spay/neuter clinics for cats. The newest program is the Trap-NeuterRelease program designed to limit the number of stray and feral cats in an area.

Rada knives are made in the USA and with over

130 million sold are considered to be one of the best available. They also come with a lifetime guarantee.

The Darke Co. Discount Card can save the card holder money at over 200 local businesses.

Nancy Wright, owner, of Nancy’s Salon, pointed out she has a Discount Card and uses it a lot.

She is going to purchase a second card for her husband so he can use it when she isn’t around.

As to why she opened her business to the DCHS, “I think it’s for a worthy cause.”

Entries taken for Pheasants Forever shoot, dinner DARKE COUNTY Darke County Pheasants Forever will hold their first 3D Bow Shoot and Membership Appreciation Dinner on Sunday, September 14 at Chenoweth Trails.

A 30 – 3D target archery course will be open for competitive or casual shooters from 9 am to 5 pm. A Free archery range

with all equipment will be available for youth all day long. The course will be closed down at Noon for a short presentation about the chapter’s conservation and education efforts followed by a free pulled pork dinner for all. Be sure to bring anyone that is interested in archery or would like to be part of Pheasants For-

ever.

Chenoweth Trails is located at 440 Greenville-Nashville Rd., Greenville. Course entry fee for an adult is $10 and $5 for youth (under 16). Standing target range for youth is free.

For questions, contact Nic Zumberger at (937) 638-0346 or Jared Barga at (937) 852-9147.

PAGE 14 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

Faith and Worship

Highest Standards of Professional Service Independent Insurance Agent

TROUTWINE AGENCY, INC. Complete Insurance Service

21 WEST GEORGE ST. ARCANUM 937-692-8310 OR 1-800-613-8310 www.troutwine-ins.com

www.wholesalecarpetgettysburg.com

APOSTOLIC Solid Rock Apostolic

8991 Old US 36, Bradford, 937-718-0351 ---------------------------------------------

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Greenville First Assembly of God

COMPLETE LINE OF BUILDING MATERIALS Where Price & Quality Meet All your Home & Agricultural Building Needs 300 S. Main St Ansonia, OH 937-337-3111 M-F 7:00 – 5:00 Sat 7:00 – 12:00 (Noon) See Photos at www.ansonialumber.com

7219 State Route 118N Greenville, Oh 45331 937-548-5445 ---------------------------------------------

BAPTIST Favorite Hill Baptist Church

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

Ask for Steve

I offer a Senior Discount

937-689-5672

1601 South Street, Piqua, 773-6469

First Baptist Church

7233 Ohio 121-North, Greenville 548-7616

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

True Life

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

Read Any Good Books Lately?

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

MISSIONARY Greenville Missionary Church

Immaculate Conception

Coletown Congregational Church

THE BOOK STORE

Lighthouse Christian Center

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

NON-DENOMINATIONAL Beamsville Christian Church

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

100 Ft. Jefferson Ave. Greenville 937-547-1642 www.theprescriptionstore.com

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 ---------------------------------------------

Delivery Available

INTERDENOMINATIONAL Family of God

122 W Wood St, Versailles 937-526-3855

St Louis

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

*Home Medical Equipment * Health Care Screenings

1005 Eaton Fort Nesbit Rd. Hollansburg, 997-3592 ---------------------------------------------

METHODIST - UNITED Versailles United Methodist

LUTHERAN St. John Lutheran Church

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

www.b2rock.com

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 ---------------------------------------------

CC’s Consignment Check out our Daily Sales Rack!

Clothing ~ Shoes ~ Jewelry Purses ~ Baby Items ~ Home Furnishings ~ & More!

Mon-Fri ~10-5; Sat 10-3 615 Walnut Street Greenville 937.548.3180

7418 State Route 121, Greenville 548-5404 131 E. 4th Street, Greenville 548-5770

13495 Greenville St. Marys Rd Versailles, 419-336-7111 6825 State Route 722, Ithaca 678-8584

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

112 West South Street Arcanum, OH 692-8530

Union City’s Only Assisted Living Facility Call Sue Austin-Today 204 Staudt Dr., Union City, IN

765-964-7335 Family Owned Since 1963 Restaurant & Catering

1-765-964-6259 • Chicken • Appetizers • Ice Cream • Seafood • Salads • Daily Specials • Kids Menu • Cakes • Pizza • Pies • Mexican • Burgers • Sandwiches • Candles & Gifts DINE IN • CARRY OUT • DELIVERY OPEN ALL WEEK 11AM-10PM ST. RD. 32 W, UNION CITY, IN

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST First Universalist Church

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

117 Ross St., Rossburg 937-338-4765

www.wielandjewelers.net

Northside Community Fellowship

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

www.johnstonchiropractic.net

WESLEYAN Trinity Wesleyan Church Greenville Wesleyan Holiness Church 201 Hall Street Greenville, OH 45331

REX& AUTO TRUCK REPAIR

ALIGNMENT SERVICE Diesel Performance & Repair

FLEET SERVICE AVAILABLE 5415 STATE ROUTE 49, GREENVILLE

937-459-5597

www.littmanthomas.com

PICNIC’S

PIZZA & GRILLE

OPEN DAILY

11AM-9PM 3 E Woodside Dr. Arcanum

937-692-6112

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 15

Entries accepted for Patriot’s Pen

Pets of the Week GREENVILLE – The Darke County Animal Shelter, 5066 County Home Road, Greenville, has Sparky ready for adoption. He is a two year old Chihuahua mix with black and white short hair. He is a little guy and only weighs around 15 pounds.

They also have Rocky, a five month old Shepherd mix. He is mostly brown with a little black and white and has medium length hair. He will grow to around 50 pounds.

Zoey is a three year old Bassett Hound/ Spaniel mix. She is tan and white with short hair. She is a little standoffish when you first meet her but will come around when she gets to know you. She is house broken, has been altered and is good with kids.

The Shelter also has a couple of hound mixes,

Beagle, Lab and numerous other dogs. Cats and kittens are also available for adoption.

The Shelter is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday. For more information, call 547-1645. To view the available pets, visit www.darkecountyanimalshelter.com.

All dogs over three months of age must have a license.

Board of Elections GREENVILLE – The Board of Elections’ regularly scheduled meeting

on Sept. 8 has been postponed until Sept. 15, 2 p.m.

Local UF students DARKE CO. – The University of Findlay’s fall first-time, full-time entering class is 6.5 percent larger than last fall’s class and the University’s total enrollment is up 8.5 percent compared to last fall.

The following local students have been admitted to The University of Findlay: Amanda Winner, Yorkshire; Nicholas Campbell, Versailles; Catherine Fischer, Ansonia; and Megan Wendel, Osgood.

GREENVILLE – Each year more than 100,000 students in grades 6-8 enter the VFW’s Patriot’s Pen youth essay contest. The first-place winner from each state competes to win one of 46 national awards totaling $46,000.

The national first-place winner wins $5,000 and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., in March.

The essay contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, by drafting a 300- to 400-word essay, expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW Commander-in-Chief.

Who can enter? The Patriot’s Pen program is open to students in grades 6-8 (on the Nov. 1 deadline), who are enrolled in a public, private or parochial school or home study program in the United States and its territories.

How to enter: The deadline for submissions for the 2014-2015 program is Nov. 1. Download the application at www.vfw. org/uploadedFiles/VFW. org/Community/Patriots%20Pen%202015%20 Stud%20Flyer%20 WEB%20VERSION%20 edit.pdf.

The theme is Why I Appreciate America’s Veterans.

Students can ask a teacher or youth group leader to supervise their progress in the competition.

Essays must be no less than 300 words and cannot exceed 400 words.

They should be submitted to the Post, along with the completed Patriot’s Pen entry form no later than the November 1 deadline.

Entries from Darke County students should be sent to: President Gail Snyder,

LAVFW Post 7262, 219 North Ohio Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Judging Criteria: Knowledge of the theme is worth 30 points. You must show a thorough knowledge of the theme in your work. Demonstrate you have researched the issue extensively.

Theme development is worth 35 points. Answer all relevant facts about the theme such as the who, what, where, when and why. Relate the theme to your own experiences.

Clarity of ideas is worth 35 points. Write your essay in an easy-to-understand format. Leave your reader with a clear understanding of your explanation of the theme.

Hydrant flushing ARCANUM –

The Village of Arcanum Utility Department will be flushing water hydrants on Oct. 2 and 3, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. This may cause some discoloration to the water. Residents may want to check their water before doing laundry.

If needed, a second date of hydrant flushing will occur on Oct. 9 and 10, at the same time.

Tours cancelled GREENVILLE – The

previously scheduled fall walking history tours in Greenville scheduled for Tuesdays and Thursdays in September have been cancelled. Tour Guide Bill Booker cited a health issue as the reason. He expects to resume the Greenville Union Cemetery and Historic Downtown Greenville tours in the spring.

Bears added to camp’s fence MARIA STEIN – For the past 14 years, State of the Heart Hospice has conducted Camp BEARable for grieving children.

Nearly six hundred youth have attended camp over the years. The nonprofit agency last year added something new to the Camp BEARable experience: A permanent metal fence which contains small bears, each carrying the name of a loved one for each of the campers. The fence is on the grounds of the Spiritual Center of Maria Stein where the camp is held each summer.

“The fence and the personalized bears provide a permanent, visible testimony for honoring and remembering the many who are loved and who are no longer with us,” stated Traci Straley, Director of Social Services for State of the Heart Hospice. “The fence with the colorful bears is something that the campers and their families can visit at any time.”

On Sept. 28, 2 p.m., new bears will be added to the fence during ceremonies conducted at the fence on the grounds at the Spiritual Center.

Children who attended camp this past summer, their parents and

loved ones and volunteers who helped at the camp are invited to attend the ceremony. The fence is located on the left in a tree shaded area across from the pond as you drive in to the Maria Stein grounds. There is plenty of parking near the fence.

Camp BEARable is free and is for any child, ages six to 15, who is experiencing difficulty with grief. The camp is open to any child, regardless of association with hospice.

Over the weekend, the campers enjoy a mixture of fun and games with serious dialogue about grief and their personal feelings.

Consistently, those attending camp say they feel they are in a “safe” environment and for the first time, realize that others feel as they do. They feel comfortable talking about their grief and loss of a loved one.

State of the Heart Hospice, with offices in Greenville, Coldwater and Portland, cares for patients and families in eastern Indiana and western Ohio who are confronting a life limiting illness. For more information visit the agency’s web site at www. stateoftheheartcare.org.

24th Annual Darke County Sheriff Patrol

CHICKEN BARBECUE SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH 11:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Ohio Street Patrol Building, Greenville

½ Chicken, 1 side dish, roll, butter, chips, drink

$7.00 Donation Eat In or Carry-Out. Walk-ins Welcome

Tickets Available from any patrol member

PAGE 16 Sunday, September 7, 2014 The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

THE

EARLY BIRD

PRINT DISCLAIMER

CLASSIFIEDS

The advertiser agrees that the publisher shall not be liable for damages arising out of error in advertisements beyond the amount paid for space actually occupied by that portion of the advertisement in which the error occurred, whether such error is due to the negligence of the publisher’s employees or otherwise and there shall be no liability for non-insertion of any advertisement beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. We reserve the right to edit, properly classified, cancel or decline any ad.

advertising for real estate which is violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

ERROR CORRECTION: CHECK YOUR AD THE FIRST TIME IT RUNS. Report any errors promptly. Credit can be give for only ONE INCORRECT INSERTION. Adjustment for any error is limited to actual cost of space involved. Brothers Publishing Company does not assume financial responsibility for errors or omissions.

Please request corrections in acceptance with the deadline schedule. The publisher assumes responsibility for typographical errors, All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housbut in no case for more than cost of that part or parts appearing in ing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation error. or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, family status or national origin, or intention to make any preferences, limita- ADVERTISING STANDARDS OF ACCEPTANCE: We reserve tions or discrimination. The newspaper will not knowingly accept any the right to edit, change, reclassify or reject any advertising.

SERVICES OFFERED “L ANDSCAPING, large or small jobs.

Also Mowing, Spraying/Fertilizing, Shrub Trimming, Snow Removal. Reasonable rates.

References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for Justin”

WANTED -Cleaning Jobs. Will do houses or offices. Call 547-0521 “TREE SERVICE Have us remove or trim your trees. Leave msg, Joe 937-547-2161”

“LAWN MOWING, Yard Clean-up, Shrub Trimming, Edging, Mulching, Landscape Maintenance. Free Estimates.

Leave message for Gettysburg Outdoor at Lavy’s Corner Mart, 937-447-3051” “CHILD CARE Fulltime openings avail.

M-F. Located outside of New Madison.

Lunch & snacks provided, breakfast if needed. For more info call 937-997-2017 or email stewart.ash24@ gmail.com”

SERVICES OFFERED DAY CARE OPENINGS Now available for 1st shift only. Call Kim for more info 5483386

HELP WANTED “ROOFING, GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, MACHINE OPERATORS, ELECTRICAL positions available. Apply in person at Bruns “Need a child care Building & Developprovider? New Madi- ment, 1429 Cranberry son, Greenville, Hol- Road, St. Henry. EOE” lansburg & Palestine “Pothast Loxley Insulaarea. Call 937-467- tion Inc is looking for 3504 for rates & to hardworking, honest, meet” reliable person to help with installation. Must HELP WANTED be non-smoker with a “Carpenter, minimum valid license. Please 5 yrs experience. Full call if you meet these or part-time. 548- requirements, 9372307” 526-4125”

VAN AMBULANCE FOR SALE

Tri-Village Rescue is offering for sale a 1990 Ford Econoline Van Ambulance conversion done by Horton Ambulance. This Van ambulance is in great condition and would make someone a nice work van or a van to pull race cars or motorcycles.

The Unit has tons of storage space and interior lighting as well as exterior lighting. The van has a hitch system for towing and only has 60K original miles. You can see this unit by stopping by Tri-Village Rescue Services 320 N. Main Street, New Madison, Ohio or by calling 937996-3155 ask for Eric.

VILLAGE OF ARCANUM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY UTILITY CRAFTSMAN

The Village of Arcanum Utility Department is now accepting applications for the entry level position of Utility Craftsman. Duties require applicant to operate and maintain electric generation facilities, monitor water/sewer facilities, and perform physical labor within the Village Utility Department. This is an hourly position with starting pay of $13.50 per hour.

Requirements include: High School education and a current state of Ohio driver’s license: and Water I License (or receive one within 3 years of employment).

Applications are available at the Utility office located at 104 W. South Street, Arcanum, Ohio. Applications and/or resumes must be returned to the Utility office no later than September 19, 2014. Job applications are not kept on file beyond six months, so any previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply. The Village of Arcanum is an equal opportunity employer.

The Early Bird has made it even easier to find what you are looking for!

All Garage Sales are now featured on our interactive map at

bluebagmedia.com

“Now I know whe re garage sa the les are!”

Garage sales; 4 lines minimum = $8.00 each additional line @ $1.75

EARLY BIRD CLASSIFIED AD ORDER BLANK Ads NOT INCLUDING name, address & phone number will not be placed NAME ________________________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________________ CITY ______________________________________________________ST/ZIP ______________________ PHONE________________________________________________________________________________

TYPE OF AD: Please circle one of the categories.

Agriculture, Automotive (includes cars, trucks, vans, auto parts, etc), Business Opportunity, Equipment, For Rent, Garage Sales, Help Wanted, Household, Livestock, Lost and Found, Misc. For Sale, Mobile Homes, Motorcycles, Pets, Produce, Real Estate, Recreational, Services Offered, Special Notice, Wanted, Wanted to Buy, Wanted to Rent CARD OF THANKS, IN MEMORIAM-COST 45¢ PER word.

PHONE NUMBER MUST BE INCLUDED IN AD. ADDRESS MUST BE INCLUDED IN GARAGE SALE AD.

AD TO READ AS FOLLOWS:

53 1 2 S EB R I NG -WA RNER R D . G R E E N V I L LE

MUST USE ONE BOX FOR EACH CHARACTER, SPACE & PUNCTUATION MARK AS SHOWN IN SAMPLE

LINES:

COST OF AD:

Discover Card No.___________________________________________ Visa or Master Card No. ______________________________________ CVV No. ___________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ SIGNATURE OF CARD HOLDER

CARD EXPIRES: MONTH_______ YEAR _______

AMOUNT ENCLOSED ________________________________________ (Must be a minimum of $7.00, $8.00 for garage sales or ad will not be included in this week’s Early Bird Classifieds)

WEEKS TO RUN:

$

175

PER LINE ◄ $7.00 MINIMUM ►

ADD’T $1 FOR GARAGE SALES BRING IN OR MAIL TO: Brothers Publishing Company, 5312 Sebring Warner Rd., Greenville, OH 45331 Phone: 937-548-3330 Fax: 937-548-3376 E-mail: classifieds@earlybirdpaper.com

For ad to appear in Sunday’s Early Bird, order blank with payment must be received in our office NO LATER THAN NOON THURSDAY!

Unless you have an open account with Brothers Publishing Company, payment for business line ads must be in our office by noon on Thursday for your ad to appear in Sunday’s Early Bird.

You may also place your ad and use your Visa, MasterCard or Discover Cards. These ads may be phoned in by calling (937) 548-3330. Fax: (937) 548-3376.

Classified Display...............4:00pm Thursday Classified Liners...............Noon Thursday Classified ads may be mailed or brought into our office at 5312 Sebring-Warner Road, Greenville, OH 45331 or emailed to classifieds@earlybirdpaper.com Office Hours Mon.-Thurs. 9am-5pm/Fri. 9am-4pm

“Responsible individuals needed to deliver Early Birds. Some routes are walking routes, some are motor routes. If you are interested, please contact Becky S. at 937-547-0851 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer” “Responsible individuals needed to insert Early Birds on Saturdays. Shift starts at 4am. If you are interested please call 937-547-0851. If no answer please leave your name, address, and telephone number where you may be reached” LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Civil Service Commission of the City of Greenville, Darke County, Ohio, will hold a written examination for the position of Water Treatment Plant Operator for the City of Greenville, Ohio, on Wednesday September 17, 2014 at 7:00 pm at the Greenville Municipal Building Basement Classroom, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, have a valid driver’s license, must be able to obtain an Ohio EPA Class I Water Operators Certificate within two years, be able to obtain a Chemical Analysis Certificate from the Ohio EPA. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED as of September 17, 2014. Applicants must be citizens of the United States of America or have legally declared their intentions of becoming United States Citizens. Salary ranges from $18.13 to $22.04 an hour plus benefits.

The job description requires the employee to work under the direction of the Superintendent of the Water Plant; operate and monitor the water treatment plant; collect water samples and perform basic chemical tests; maintain plant equipment and perform preventative maintenance on equipment; and all other functions necessary to ensure the safety of the public as required by the Superintendent of the Water Plant.

An application fee of $25.00 must accompany the application upon submission. Having submitted an application as noted, to gain admission to the written examination, applicants are required to present a photo I.D. issued by a government agency.

A minimum score of 70% is required to pass the written examination.

Additions of credits: Per O.R.C. 124.23, in order to be considered for a U.S. Uniformed Service credit of 20%, the applicant must be a resident of the State of Ohio and submit a copy of their certificate of service or honorable discharge from active duty with the completed application. Credit is given for the following: 5% for Environment Technology Program Certificate, 10% for a Bachelor of Science Degree, 10% for Six Month successful on the job training for Class III Water Treatment Program, 15% for Class I or II Ohio EPA WS Certification, 20% for Class III or IV Ohio EPA WS Certification. A notarized copy of the original certificate must be submitted with the application to substantiate each claim of course completion. Only one credit is permitted per applicant.

Any interested person can obtain an application online at cityofgreenville.org or from the Office of the Mayor, City of Greenville, Municipal Building, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Fridays. The application must be completed and returned to the Office of the Mayor no later then September 16, 2014 at 4:00 p.m. to be eligible to take the examination.

John Hensley, Chairman City of Greenville Civil Service Commission The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer, m/f

HELP WANTED “Inside Sales position.

Looking for a confident, self starter with a positive attitude, good communication & computer skills a must. Some technical experience will be helpful. Send resume to. russ@torlex.com”

“Wolf Tent Company taking applications for temporary help, 6-8 weeks, erecting tents. Must be at least 16. Please call for more information, 548-4161”

EARLY BIRD CLASSIFIED ADS

RATES & DEADLINES DISPLAY ADVERTISING $18.00per column inch

CONTRACT RATES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST BUSINESS LINE ADS $1.75/line, $7.00 min.

IN MEMORIAM, CARD OF THANKS 45¢ word “Homeowner” ads are $1.75/line, $7.00 minimum Use the handy order blank appearing on this page.

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

“CUSTOMER SERVICE/SALES/DATA ENTRY position available. Looking for fulltime employee that is self-motivated with great work ethic. Apply in-person at Cellular Phones of Darke County, 945 Sweitzer St, Greenville “ “Mature Waitresses & Waiters & Experienced Kitchen Help.

Apply in person at Tolly’s, 644 Wagner Ave, Greenville. No Phone Calls” PETS Friendly kittens. Free to a good home. 6 to 7 weeks old. 937-6041362 WANTED Wanted: Used house trailers in good condition. Please call 937448-2974 CLASSIFIED LINE ADS CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

Immediate Positions for General Labor and Forklift in Greenville, Sidney, Piqua, Troy All 3 Shifts Available

Pay rates $9-$12

Apply at www.adeccousa.com

or call 937-498-4458

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 17

FOR RENT “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”

FOR RENT “Storage for personal and business use.

Penske Truck Rentals.

Call Greenville Stor “1 BR apt. Gas Heat. and Lock. 548-1075, $375/mo + utilities. 5328 Michelle St.” 419 Gray Ave, Grnvl. “Large 2 BR apt in 937-968-4195 ex Wayne Lakes. W/D 201” hookup. Appliances, lawn care provided.

Pet Friendly. 3741 Hickory, #1. $450/mo.

937-547-9871”

“Greenville, 2 BR upper apt. $395/mo.

Deposit & references required. No pets.

937-678-5274”

“Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths.

Call 937-316-8025 or 937-316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity.”

“In Gnvl on Montgomery St, 2 BR. Electric heat. $400 + deposit.

Water & trash included. 548-5284” 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.

Apply in person: 3078 Washington Rd Rossburg, OH

Or Call

937.337.9576 Hrs. 8 am-5:00 pm EEO/M/F/V/II

JOB FAIR

Wednesday, September 10 10:00am-2:00pm The Job Center, 631 Wagner Ave., Greenville

• ENTRY LEVEL POSITIONS • VARIOUS SHIFTS • LONG TERM ASSIGNMENTS Sponsored by: In Partnership with

Please Call 937-316-3782 Employment Opportunity JR Manufacturing is a producer of formed and welded automotive parts both of wire and metal tubing. As we continue to grow, we are currently looking for 1 Shift Machinist. Applicants should possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities: • Set up and operate CNC machining centers, manual mills, lathes and grinders • Ability to program CNC equipment.

• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.

• Read and interpret blueprints • Prototrak, Fryer, or Hurco CNC machining center experience a plus • EdgeCAM programming experience a plus • Additional technical training/education is a plus • High School diploma or equivalent • 3-5 years experience • Willing to work overtime • A manufacturing background in a “job shop” environment preferred JR Manufacturing offers competitive wages, strong medical, dental and vision benefits, a 401(k), and paid vacation. For more information or to apply for this position, please inquire at:

JR Manufacturing, Inc. 900 West Industrial Drive Fort Recovery, OH 45846 (419) 375-8021 www.jrmanufacturing.net

Email Resume at: Laura.Schwieterman@jrmanufacturing.net Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

“COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on East Main St, high visibility. Call for more details, 5485264” “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” “1 BR apt. $375/mo + utilities. 412 ½ E 3rd St, Grnvl. 937-9684195 ex 201” Recently remodeled Office Space near downtown Greenville.

548-5402 Very nice 2 BR duplex w/appliances. Lawn care & W/D unit provided. No pets. $440/ mo. 308 W. Water.

937-547-9871

FOR RENT “One bedroom upstairs apartment, $325. 548-9302, 4170360”

3 BR house in Hollansburg. Newly remodeled. Nice. W/D hookup. Need references. No pets or smoking. $450/mo.

“Greenville, Russ Rd. 937-621-2122 Nice 3 BR house, garage. Fridge, stove, In Gnvl on Water St. A/C, W/D hookup. 2 BR. Electric heat.

No pets. No smoking. $425 + deposit. Water $575 + utilities. Refer- & trash included. 548ences & deposit. 937- 5284 459-6831” “1 BR apt. Water paid.

“New Madison, clean, 130 E Main St, Union first floor, 1 BR apart- City, OH. $350/mo ment. Washer/dryer + utilities. 937-968hookup. Stove & re- 4195 ex 201” frigerater furnished. “2 miles S of Green$400 month, includes ville. 2 BR, 1.5 bath, water, sewer & trash. 1.5 attached garage Absolutely No Pets & w/balcony. Stove, reNo Smoking. Refer- frig included. Washer/ ences required. 937- dryer hookup. $550 604-1362” rent/deposit.

937“Apt in Pitsburg, OH. 548-8613” Preferred female; “IN GREENVILLE single dwelling. 692- at 414 N Gray, back 5752. Leave mes- apartment. 2 BR, sage” range/refrig furnished.

Washer/dryer “2 BR upstairs apt in Union City, IN. All hookup. $350/mo + electric. Washer/dryer $350 security deposit hookup. 1 car ga- + DP&L & water. Call rage. Water included. 548-9940 for Rental No Pets. Ask about Application. NO PETS Free Rent. $400/mo, & NO SMOKING!” $400 deposit. 765730-6740, after 3:30 weekdays”

Downtown Greenville.

Nice upstairs 2 BR apt. w/appliances.

No pets. $450/mo + deposit & references.

“8523 Weiss Rd, 3 548-3549 BR ranch w/garage in “Very nice 3 BR, 2 bath country. Mississinawa 1 story home. Garage, SD. $535 + deposit. open floor plan. Small 937-459-7377” pet friendly. $795/mo.

6412 US Rt 36 East, “3 BR apt, close to Greenville. 937-547- downtown Gnvl. W/D hookup. $525/mo 9871” + $500 deposit. In28x32 Concrete cludes water. No pets.

Garage in Grvl. Call 459-5533 or 423Furnace/220. $175mo/ 3865” deposit. 548-8613

AMISH CREW

Sam Schwartz

WANTS ANY TYPE OF: • Carpentry Work • Room Additions • Garages • Siding • Foundation Replacement • Crawl Space Work • Restoration • Roofs/Re-Roofs FREE ESTIMATES

260-701-8020

R&S Reck Mobile Home Park New Paris, Ohio

Mobile Homes for Rent Or Rent to Own Call

937-417-7111

TOUR ARCANUM OPEN TODAY 1:00-2:30 P.M. 5347 OTTERBEIN-ITHACA RD., ARCANUM 3 IVESTER LANE, ARCANUM 13 SUMMERFIELD DR., ARCANUM 10 GREENMOOR DR., ARCANUM

PRICE REDUCED 2826 ST RT 571 W, GREENVILLE 10 GREENMOOR DR., ARCANUM

First Choice Realty

The Right Choice 1400 Wagner Ave. Greenville, OH 45331

548-5464

www.cbfirstchoice.com

OPEN TODAY! SEP 7 – 1 – 2:30 PM 108 E. 1st St, Arcanum MLS 587187 Host: Lyle Bixler 692-5139 ------------------------------------------------OPEN SUN, SEP 14 – 1 – 2:30 PM 5135 Folkerth Rd, Greenville MLS 588028 Hostess: Sandy Sando 417-7687 ***** 6188 Dull Rd, Arcanum MLS 580663 Host: Lyle Bixler 692-5139 ------------------------------------------------WAITING FOR YOU! 2 BR brick home w/LRM. Extra room for pantry or mud rm. Vinyl windows. 1-car attached garage w/opener. MLS 592228 #4392 EXCELLENT brick/aluminum sided ranch in quiet area. 3 BR, 1½ BA. LRM. 2-car attached garage. Updated paint & landscaping. MLS 567900 #4384 IN NEW MADISON! 1½-ST vinyl sided home w/2 BR. LRM & DRM. Nice KIT w/ oak cabinets. MLS 581989 #4417 MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! 2-ST home w/natural woodwork, wood floors, replacement windows & doors. 4 BR! Corian counter top & molded KIT sink.

Great location for business or 2-family, also! MLS 560058 #4363 11+ ACRES! 2-ST vinyl sided home. 3 BR. Remodeled KIT, 2 BA. Roof, boiler for hot water heat, electric & septic have also been updated. 30x50 barn. MLS 586593 #4434 AFFORDABLE ranch-style home in Greenville! LRM, DRM & FRM. 3 BR. 2 BA. 2-car attached garage. 100x120 lot.

MLS 589127 4439 NEW LISTING! Conveniently located near bank, grocery & medical center in Arcanum. 3 BR brick ranch. 1½ BA. LRM & FRM. 2-car attached garage.

MLS 592174 #4447

CHECK OUT OUR HOME RENTAL OPTIONS Starting at $430/Month

SHERWOOD FOREST MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY

937-548-9898

www.parkbridgehomes.com

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

REAL ESTATE “Beautiful large log home on 2.4 aces w/3 BRs, loft, pellet boiler, pond & much, much more. Located “2 br, New Madison, on SR 571 on the Arnold St., 1 story edge of Greenville. duplex, garage, big Call Trump Realty, yard, we mow. W/D 678-5687, for your hook-up, $525 incl personal showing.” water/trash, year lease & deposit. Very “For sale by owner. nice, no smoking, no 205 Oxford Dr, Gnvl. pets. 937-621-0276, 4 BR, 2 baths, 2 story full background chk.” home. 1st floor has family room, living REAL ESTATE room, kitchen, utility “FOR SALE: On room, 2 BR & bath. contract, 2 BR mod- 2nd floor has 2 large ern house. Small BR & bath. Enclosed basement.

Metal back porch. Back roofs. Large garage yard features fire for storage. Will rent pit & patio. Photos for good money. available on zillow.

Only person(s) with com. Contact Paul or good credit need Christy at 419-681apply. Buildings are 4194. Open house in good shape. This Sunday Sept 14 from place can be bought 1-2:30 PM” for less than rent.

WANTED TO BUY Lower $50’s. 937997-3633” CASH FOR CARS: Cars/Trucks Wanted!

“BUILDING ONLY Running or Not! We For Sale, DownCome To You! Any town Greenville, Make/Model. Instant 334 South BroadOffer - Call: 1-800way. Bach To Rock 569-0003 Music is Wanting to Relocate locally.

Business is NOT for GREENVILLE sale! 4 usable floors STOR & LOCK with full basement & Truck Rentals 3 upper. Electric, air & heat all updated.

BOOK EARLY AND SAVE $$$ 6 half bathrooms.

NEW ROOF. 36’X48’ We are here to auditorium & stage meet your storage on top floor. Ready for any type of busi- and moving needs!

5328 Michelle Rd. ness to move in.

Greenville 937-547-1970, ask 937-548-1075 for Bruce”

NEW LISTING! Check out this property situated on 5 acres in Franklin Monroe school district with a 56x30 Pole Barn concrete throughout. Recent updates include in 2014 roof on garage, sump pump. 2013 includes hot water heater, pressure tank, all exterior doors. Home offers lots of potential with 5 acres with 3 large bedrooms. Enjoy the warmth of a free standing fireplace in the winter.

(110511) 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 separately.

(110522) NEW LISTING Exceptionally well maintained, totally renovated 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath brick ranch home with attached 2-car garage on 1.57 acre country lot. Open kitchen/dining/family room, plus large living room. Enclosed back porch is being used as dining room.

Wood-burning fireplace with insert can heat house in the winter.

Back yard has chain link fence. Rear lot has garden areas and mature apple trees.

(110501) NEEDING STORAGE AREA or workshop space? This is the place for you. A 50x30 garage with office area, concrete floors and electric.

(110076) MOTIVATED SELLER on this duplex, priced to sell! Call today and get your money working for you!

(109762) THIS PROPERTY HAS POTENTIAL for apartments, office space or medical facility with zoning change. Features: 28 patient rooms, most with private sinks: 4 offices, 1 nurses station, Lobby, 2 Lounges, Dining Area, Kitchen, Activities Room, Therapy Room, Outdoor Patio, Laundry Facility, Numerous Storage Closets, 2 Separate Paved Parking Lots, 4 Entrances. Laundry and storage facilities are in the partial basement.

(109771) COMMERCIAL OFFICE uniquely designed and set up for two 2,500 sq.ft. units or one 5,000 sq.ft. Located just on north edge of Greenville with good access to the 127 bypass. Lease option available. (110014) ATTENTION INVESTORS! Don’t miss this opportunity to purchase and rehab this 3 unit building. This apartment is distressed and does require much needed work.

(109896) RETAIL CENTER READY FOR YOUR BUSINESS. Great location just off downtown. For sale or lease.

(109720) TRIPLEX with 2 units currently rented for $350 each. Tenants pay gas and electric, landlord pays water. Excellent return on investment.

(109593) OWN YOUR OWN BUSINESS! Well established for many years, specializing in pizza, subs, beer, pop and lottery sales. Great location with ample parking. Many updates since 2008. Price includes real estate, inventory and two income producing rental units.

(109885) COMMERCIAL PROPERTY with unlimited potential. Large showroom in front with office/reception area and restroom for retail possibilities.

Large conference room with retractable walls that can be closed for classrooms or meetings. Multiple HVAC units to control temperature in different areas of the building. All interior areas have been painted/ updated. Seller will also consider leasing the property.

(109066) CHURCH FACILITY looking for a new congregation. All the chattels convey and all infrastructure is in place. Inside you have a sanctuary that is equipped with 17 pews, pulpit and organ. Fellowship area equipped with kitchenette and refrigerator. Small office, entry and 2 restrooms finish off the interior space. Could be converted to a residence. (110487) OFFICE SPACE-WAREHOUSE offers over 15,000 sq. feet including office space and 2 bathrooms. Great location on state route and close to the by-pass in Greenville.

(109826) ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES sitting at the intersection of 2 major highways. Offers 6.5 acres, in excess of 21,000 sq. ft. of buildings plus 2 loading docks.

(106455) PRIME LOCATION for your business, within close proximity of 3 major state routes. Over 20,000 sq. ft. on 7+ acres with space available for office, warehouse, production, shipping and 4 loading docks. Many potential usages!

(110021) 21 UNIT COMPLEX with 10 one bedrooms and 11 two bedrooms. Owners pay for the water on Units 1-15, tenants pay for the water on units number 18-23. Owner pays for all Garbage pick-up. This complex is in need of updating and some remodeling.

(109902) FANTASTIC DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL BUILDING with 4,800 sq. ft. Property has had many current renovations. Newer flooring has been put in the south side. Restrooms have been remodeled. Features dining room, banquet room, office area and kitchen. Street frontage on E 3rd and Walnut.

(109798) TWO COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES located in high traffic area. Close to the Walgreen store.

(101030) INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! Duplex with 2br/1ba each, and updated with windows, kitchens, carpet & paint.

(107991) NEED MORE OFFICE SPACE? Great historic building has been well maintained and looking for a new company to call it home. This building has been renovated into office space and offers many possibilities. On the main floor you will find a lobby, large reception area, 5 private offices, conference room, break area & 2 restrooms. Upstairs we have 6 more private offices, storage room & restroom.

(110126) 20 ACRES in scenic southern Darke Co. Offers 15 acres of tillable farmland. Newer 20x32 pole barn. Frontage on two small lakes. Great fishing, camping, or building site. Call today for an appointment. (110033)

PAGE 18 Sunday, September 7, 2014 The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

WANTED TO BUY Bach To Rock Music is now buying trumpets. Up to $125 depending on model and condition. Stop by or call 547-1970

“Cars/Trucks, running or not. To $500. Will PU. Also all types of metal. 937-423-2703, 937-621-5809” “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” AUTOMOTIVE “2003 Silverado ext 4x4 $9995. 2003 Yukon XL $7995. 2003 Expedition $7995.

2002 TrailBlazer $5995. 2006 TrailBlazer $9995. 1999 Jeep Wrangler $5495.

2007 Suburban LT 4x4 $17,995. 2006 Vue $6195. 2005 Equinox $5995. 2004 Liberty $5995. 2008 Kia $7195. 2008 PT Cruiser $6995. 2007 Focus $5495. 2008 G6 $7995. 2010 Aveo, 72,000 $7995. 2005 Hyundai $4195. 2005 Cobalt $4995. Buy - Sell - Trade! COUNTRY AUTO SALES 548-1337”

AUTOMOTIVE SPECIAL NOTICES “2002 Kia Rio, “IF YOU USED THE 115,000 miles, $1500. BLOOD THINNER 621-4546” XARELTO and suffered internal bleed“1991 Ford F Super ing, hemorrhaging, reDuty, 7.3L diesel, 5 quired hospitalization spd, 12’ steel flatbed, or a loved one died aluminum toolboxes, while taking Xarelto $1400. 937-459-2451” between 2011 and the MOTORCYCLES present time, you may “2003 Suzuki Intruder be entitled to compen1500LS, black, good sation. Call Attorney tires, windshield, bags Charles H Johnson $3700 OBO. 937-548- 1-800-535-5727” 1201” HOUSEHOLD “2003 H.D. 100 Anni- “PILLOWTOP Twin versary Softail Deuce, bedding set $149. exc. cond. 15,000 Full bedding set miles, $9000. Call $169. Queen bedding set $199. King bed997-3533” ding set $299. New in SPECIAL NOTICES plastic/warehouse liq“Medical Guardian uidation with warran- Top-rated medical ty. Factory Furniture/ alarm and 24/7 medi- Mattress and More, cal alert monitoring. 11 East Main St., For a limited time, get Phillipsburg, 1-937free equipment, no ac- 884-5455” tivation fees, no commitment, a 2nd water- Very nice used Rainproof alert button for bow vacuum sweepfree and more - only er. Warranty. Call $29.95 per month. 548-0870 800-279-4103”

“HERO MILES — to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org [Advertising supported by The Early Bird & Blue Bag Media]”

2 Huge Farm/Garage Sales close to each other.

Sept 11, 12, 13. 9-5 P.M.

One @ 3382 New Madison-Coletown Rd., New Madison has Rhino DB150 ditch mower, no till drill parts (new), JD140 hydrostat riding mower, other farm related tools, hand tools, building materials, ladders (3) 235-80 R16 trailer tires, load range E, old Honda moped 50 pony cart, horse blankets, lounger lawn chairs, antiques & collectables, garage door opener w/ remotes, padded gun cases, old cupboards, lots of newer books, men & women’s clothes like new & so much more. Second sale @ 2125 Hollansburg-Sampson Rd., New Madison has 2 small AC window units, rainbow sweeper, shampooer, towels, bedding, rugs, household, men/women’s clothes, books.

Call 937-459-7383 for more information.

HOUSEHOLD “FURNITURE SHOPPE, 1379 Hillgrove-Woodington Rd, Union City, OH, 937-968-6804. Frigidaire chest freezer, med size $125. GE dryer $125. Apt range $125. Magic Chef refrig, bisque $200.

Whirlpool smooth top range, black $200.

Late model Maytag wall oven $300.

Queen mattress & box sets, $50/set. Used Furniture & Bedding.

Delivery Available”

“Sofa in very good condition, navy velour/ tan flecks, $30. 937684-1193”

2727 ST RT 571 W – GREENVILLE Located minutes from either Greenville or Union City, this property is priced to sell at $22,900. Situated on a 1/3 of an acre lot that backs up to the creek with an outbuilding. This home offers a large living room, breakfast area, and 2 bedrooms, all sitting on an unfinished basement.

NEW PRICE REDUCTIONS 1241 NORTHMOOR DR – GREENVILLE Must see 2 BR basement home on corner lot in Greenville. Many updates!

Call today to see.

231 JACKSON – CELINA 4-5 BR 2 bath home with over 2400 Sq ft and is move in ready. Located close to lake.

8422 ST RT 118 – GREENVILLE Very nice home just a few miles North of Greenville. 3 Bed, 3 Bath, 1.155 acres.

Full walk out basement. Take a minute to look at the pictures of the outside living areas, pathways, gardens and landscape 731 BERKSHIRE – GREENVILLE 1 BR Condo in north end. Sunroom, large 1 + garage. Open floor plan. Many updates. Call for details.

OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, SEPT. 7, 2014 1:00 – 2:30 GREENVILLE 4780 HOGPATH 118 WILLOW 5445 REQUARTH 5621 KRUCKENBERG 235 HICKORY 1376 SUGAR MAPLE

3:00 – 4:30 753 MAGNOLIA 769 HONEYSUCKLE

OPEN HOUSES THURS., SEPT. 11, 2014 5:30 – 7:00 601 S MAIN – ANSONIA Not a drive by, much larger than it appears. 3 BR 1.5 baths, basement and a 2 car garage.

1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

937-547-3077

CHECK OUT THE EARLY BIRD CLASSIFIEDS ONLINE

www.bluebagmedia.com

“Professional SOUND SYSTEM Sales & Installation & Rental. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 5471970, email: bachtorock@earthlink. net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!”

“Whirlpool washer & dryer. Wrought iron bench & table, like new $100. Entertainment center, solid oak, 5’Hx7’L, 2 double glass doors, 6 drawers, 6 spaces for com- FURNACES $285 ponents.

937-689- While Supplies Last.

1646, 937-416-7961” TUNS 1-877-4738867

CLASSIFIED LINE ADS CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

OPEN TODAY, 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

2 AUCTIONS (1) DAY

Sat Sept 13, 8:55am 11527Reed Rd Versailles,Oh 45380

Sportsman Auction NEW & USED FIREARMS AMMO-POCKET KNIVES BEER SIGNS- LG LOT OF HARLEY DAVIDSON pcs

Sat Sept 13, app 2pm APP. 160 NEW MIDMARK METAL/WOODGRAIN BASE & WALL CABINETS COMPLETE LISTING w/ Updates- pixs-terms @ AUCTIONZIP.COM #3859

Larry Martino

NEW LISTING

“6 yr old 20 cubic ft upright Whirlpool frostless freezer, excellent condition. Call 419-336-6288 or 937467-3059” MISC. FOR SALE “Clarinet with case, 6 reeds & stand. $300.

Call 417-0839”

Auctioneer larry@larrymartino.com

937-526-4402

LOTS OF UPDATES with this 4-5 bedroom home at 1289 New Garden Road!

Call for complete list! $116,500 EAST OF GREENVILLE on corner lot with 8 acres M/L, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home is located at 5988 Routzong Road!

Stone fireplace in living room; oak winding staircase; exposed logs in 2 upstairs bedrooms; PLUS outbuildings! $199,900 IN GETTYSBURG at 109 Clay Street this 2-story brick home has BRAND NEW ROOF! 2400 sq. ft. M/L with 4 bedrooms; newer oak cabinets in kitchen; fenced back yard. Attic could be finished for even more living area! Upper 60s JUST NORTH OF GREENVILLE at 5300 Oliver Road is a 4 bedroom, updated and well-maintained home! Enclosed porch; 2 car detached garage. Upper 90s 8 ACRES MOSTLY WOODS with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 163 St. Rt. 726! Cherry cabinets and island in kitchen; double fireplace; skylights; 2 bay windows; “rocking chair” covered porch!

Over 2800 sq. ft. of living area plus FULL basement! $230,000 IN ARCANUM a newer brick ranch double at 2 & 4 Pearl Street! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths each side; attached garages. $160,000 IN UNION CITY at 300 S. Deerfield are 2 lots for $15,000 COMMERCIAL BUILDING 60x100 with office at 602 Riffle. Mid 50s 29 ACRES M/L nestles a 2-story brick home at 1648 Mills Road! Updated and well maintained home has walnut woodwork; hickory cabinets in kitchen; oak and plank flooring; hot water and corn burning heat! 4 car attached garage PLUS barns! $325,000 5 ACRES M/L with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on FULL basement at 8808 US Rt. 127! 2 barns, one with concrete floor, 2 overhead doors; electric and bathroom.

Now offered at $149,000.

IN WAYNE LAKES at 1180 East Drive this 2 bedroom home is on a WOODED, CORNER LOT! Corner fireplace; attached garage. Upper 50s APPROVED BUILDING at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; trees; grass and sidewalks! Mid 30s

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

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

LONG GUNS – HANDGUNS – AMMO – ARCHERY ITEMS & SUPPLIES – GUN ACCESSORIES – RELOADING SUPPLIES – TRAP THROWERS – STORE DISPLAYS – GLASS SHOW CASES – METAL SHELVING & RACKS – OFFICE ITEMS & MISC. 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 Remington Model #887 12 G.A. (New); Remington Model #700 308 Cal. (New); Mossberg Model #500 12 G.A. (New) (Camo); H&R Handy Rifle 22-250 Cal. (New); H&R Handy Rifle 223 Cal. (New); Ruger Model #1022 Carbine 22 Cal. (New); Remington Youth 20 G.A.; Winchester Model #1890 22 Short, Octagon Barrel (Earlier Model) nice; Thompson Center Contender 17 H.M.R.; Thompson Center Omega 2-5 50 Cal. (Black); Knight Muzzle Loading Shot Gun 12 G.A. (Camo); Wind River Muzzle Loader 50 Cal.; Clark Muzzle Loader (Shot Gun) Boys.

HANDGUNS Ruger SR-22P 22L Can (Black) (New-in box); Glock Model #19 9 MM (Black) (New-in box) with 2-Mags & Case; Ruger LCR 38 Special (Black) (New-in box); Ruger LCP 380 Cal. (2-Tone) (New-in box); Smith & Wesson M&P 9-C 9 MM (Black) with Case.

AMMO & RELOADING Hornady 22 Cal., 45 Cal., 30 Cal., 36 Cal., 6 MM; Nosler 30 Cal., 22 Cal.; Winchester 28 G.A., 410 G.A., 308 Cal., 300 WSM, 223 WSSM, 45 G.A.P., 40 S&W; Federal 45 Auto, 7 MM Rem. Mag, 12 G.A.; Tul-Ammo 7.62 x 39 MM, 9MM Lugar; Remington 22 Hornet, 243 Win., 16 G.A., 20 G.A.; others 257 Magnum, 38 Super +, 25 Auto, 22 Cal., 50 Cal., .380 Cal., 50 Cal. Charges, .20 Cal. Air Gun Ammo, Percussion Caps, 30 Cal., 308, 30 Cal. Hollow Point, 270 Cal., 40 Cal., 30 Lugar, 30-06 Brass Shells, Speer .375 Round Ball; (New) RCBS Reloading Scales; (New) Lee Reloading Dies; RCBS Reloading Dies; (New) .458 Cal., .22 Cal., .17 Cal., 257 Cal., 340 Cal. and others; (New) Primer Trays; (2) (New) Dillon Press Case Feeders; (New) Shot Gun Shell Poly Boxes, Dry Boxes, 22-250 and others; Butler Creek Rifle & Shot Gun Slugs, Hornady 12 G.A., 20 G.A. SST, Winchester Foster Type 20 G.A.. Slugs; (2) Boxes of Heavy Buck Shot; (2) Bags of Power Piston Wads; (5) 1 Lb. Muzzle Loading Propellant; (3) Cans of Smokeless Powder; Bore Snake Bore Cleaners; RCBS Capping Pins; Funnel Kit; Cadwell Shooting Sticks.

GUN SHOP EQUIPMENT & ACCESSORIES GAMO Air Rifle Scope 4x32; Bushnell (Red Dot) TRS-25 Scope; several Hunting Knives; (3) Crimson Trace Laser Grips (New); Smith & Wesson KN or L Frame; Smith & Wesson J Frame; Ruger LCP Frame; Viridian C5L Green Laser Sight & Tactical Light (New); (2) Mag. Pulls; numerous Glock Magazines various Models (New); (2) Boxes of Alcan Shot Shell Wads; CCI Primers; Lee Shell Holders; misc. Choke Tubs; Scope Rings; Broad Heads incl.: Rage, Muzzy, Ram Cat, Blood Shot, Reign & others; Trophy Pride Arrow Rests; Muzzy Zero Effect Rest; (2) Western Revolver Holsters; Sling Shot; (New) Gun Vault; Lg. Assortment of Vintage Ammo & Ammo Boxes; Camo Hats; Assortment of Revolver Holsters (all brands); (5) (New) Easy Clay Bird Throwers; Muzzle Loading Accessories; Ducks Unlimited Picture; Hogue Grips & others; Weaver Top Mount Bases; Duck Decoy Ropes & Weights; Glock Peace Grips; 20 Round AR Mags; 1911 Mags; Hi Point Mags; Tipton Gun Vise; Gun Sight Vise; Gun Cleaning Accessories; misc.

Gun Stocks; Hike-N-Guide Carbine Knives.

ARCHERY ITEMS & MISC. (2) Boxes of Fred Bear Arrows; (New) Arrows; (New) Feather Tips & Acc.; Antique Archery items; Makanzie Archery (Bear) Standing Target; Apple Archery Press w/ Vise (like new); 18 Carbon Cross Bow Arrows; Box of Carbon Express Arrows; Wolverine Bow Set; Camo Bow & others; Pro Chronograph; Camo Archery Case w/ Bow & Arrows; (New) Soft Side Cross Bow Case; Stack of approx.

(60) Man Targets; Bow Fishing String; Points & Acc.; Lighted Knock; Cross Bow String; Tree Mount Brackets; (2) Camo Tree Safety Harness; (New) Flip & Saws; I.Q. Bow Sights; P-35 Sights & Archer; Hearing Protection; Archery Range Finder; Cross Bow Movement Wax; Cross Bow Cocking Device; Cross Bow Scott Release; Red Dot Bow Sight; Tree Stand; Duck Hunter Layout Blind; (5) Western Electronic Woble Trap Throwers; Deer Cane Mineral Rocks; Pepper Spray; Decoy Rigging Kit; (New) Targets; 270 Magnum (Kill Scent) Machine; Small Wood & Glass Display Case; (New) Deer & other Stickers & Decals.

MISC. (3) (New) Poly Hand Gun Cases; Gun Cleaning Kits; Patches; Rods; (New) Bore Brushes; Archery Stand By; Scent Eliminators; Glock Signs, Banners & others; several Metal Racks & Shelves; 20+ Florescent Light Fixtures; Snow Chief 5 H.P. 23” Gas Snow Blower.

STORE DISPLAYS & OFFICE EQUIPMENT Several Glass Display Cases 4 Ft. & 8 Ft. w/ Mirrored Fronts; (2) 4 Sided Gondola Display Shelves; several Wire Display Racks; Large Wall Wire Display Unit; 5-Section Gondola Type Display with Shelves; (2) 7 Ft. x 3 Ft. Camo Display Shelves with Hooks; 6’ Metal Desk; Desk Chairs & Stools; 5 Dr. Filing Cabinet; Desk Lamp; (2) Telephones; Brother Printer.

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 APPLY). BACK-

GROUND CHECKS & TRANSFERS WILL BE CONDUCTED ON SITE BY DARKE COUNTY GUNS & AMMO.

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

www.bluesprucerealtyinc.com

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

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

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 19

MISC. FOR SALE Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-410-7127 for FREE DVD and brochure.

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 “POLE BARNS Ga- for $750 Off rage Kits and pole barns, we manufac- “Like new condition, ture, we ship direct, 125cc motor scooter you save. www.apm- $650. 14.5hp riding buildings.com 888- lawn mower $450.

Set of ladder racks 261-2488” $50. 937-423-5854”

Grand Jury Activity conducted

MISC. FOR SALE “Wood bunk beds w/drawers, desk & bookshelf. $225.

1/2”” impact 800 ft lbs. new; $30. 3/4”” impact, new, $40. Mobile tire changer, $30.

621-4546”

“2 end-to-end mausoleum spaces at Greenville Twp. MeGREENVILLE morial Gardens. Asking $1,800 (selling for – R. Kelly Ormsover $3,000). 937- by, III, prosecuting attorney for 548-2802 “ Darke County, “John Deere 332 lawn released the foltractor, 16hp, diesel, lowing report “We have SOMER- 50”” mower deck, on Grand Jury SET WOOD PEL- 1950 hrs, $2500. 937activity recently LETS. Orme Hard- 459-2451” conducted by the ware, 210 S. Main St, Prosecuting AtArcanum 692-8282” Remember, the torney’s Office.

All in good condition: Herman E. Exercise bike $75. for Classified Kinnison, GettysComputer desk w/ Ads is NOON burg – Indicted chair $75. 548-0831 on Thursday. on a charge of Possession of GARAGE SALES Heroin based on an investiga“Huge multi-family ANSONIA ARCANUM/ GREENVILLE tion by the Darke 1807 Littles Rd., ArPITSBURG “519 W High; Sept canum; Sept. 11,12; “ESTATE SALE. 3486 County Sheriff’s 11-12; Duncan Phyfe “HUGE! 605 W South, 9-4. Antiques, unusual N. Drive, Wayne Office. table-needs refin- Arcanum; Fri-Sat-Sun, collectables, antique Lakes, Sept 10, 11, Daniel R. ished, housing for Sept 12-13-14; 9-6; chifferobe, 1929-3 12 & 13th, 8am-7pm. Griggs, Greensnowblower, jaw saw, Antique wooden cra- piece bedroom suite, Cookbooks; househome decor, bread dle, vintage porcelain 16 piece complete set hold items; TV; medi- ville – Indicted box, angels, winter kitchen stove, beauti- of Christmas dishes, cal, office & outdoor on a charge of Domestic Violence clothes, king size bed- ful oak library table, glassware, collec- equipment; heaters; ding, tiller, telescope” misc tables/chairs, tor dolls, Rainbow arts & craft items; based on an investigation by the trunks, Aladdin kero- sweeper, kid’s games etc.”

ARCANUM/ Greenville Police sene lamp, oil lamps, & much more” PITSBURG “MOVING SALE. Department. antique pictures, dish2590 SR 571 West; BRADFORD/ “6731 Dull Rd; Fri Sept es of all kinds, pewter Jimmy D. Sept 7, 8 & 9; 7AM-6- Edwards, GETTYSBURG 12, 9-5; Sat Sept 13, items, old typewriters, Win9-?; NB girls & mater- vintage record player, “BARN/YARD SALE; PM. Everything must chester, Ind. – Innity clothes, bouncy 33-1/3 & 45 records, 8457 Boyer Rd; Sept 11- go! Furniture; linens; dicted on a charge seat, exosaucer, baby 40 gal fish tank, old 12; Love seat, dresser, kitchen ware; sewing of Domestic Vioswing, car seat, toys, corner shelf unit, set pressure canner, jars, machines; freezer; & lence based on an twin bedding, house- of dishes, lots of cast shelves, old tools, farm much more.” hold & kitchen items, iron, old 5 gal glass toys, household items. “5409 Bishop Rd; Sept investigation by the Union City, misc” water bottles, 5 gal No Clothing” 11-12; 9-5; Household Ohio Police Deitems, kids’ items, partment.

“5723 Hollansburg- crocks, linens, blanGREENVILLE Arcanum Rd., Wed., kets, all kinds of tools, “420 E Main; Sept Kobalt saw, heatZachary A. GeiSept. 10, 1-6; Thurs./ boxes, garden items, 11-12, 10-5; Sept 13, ers, school desk, lots ger, Wayne Lakes much Fri., Sept. 11,12; 9-5. cupboards, 9-12; Push mower, more” – Indicted on a misc.

Priced to Sell” Annual Sale!” lots of odds & ends” “7443 Spidel Rd., past charge of Arson Bears Mill, Sept. 11- based on an in13, 9-5. Kids clothes, vestigation by the toys bike. Home In- Greenville Police SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2014 terior & improvement Department. items. Furniture & 10:00 AM Cody J.H. BaiVintage glassware. ley, 413 S. MAIN STREET, ARCANUM, OHIO 45304 Greenville Collectibles. Free kit- – Indicted on a tens!”

Directions: Off of St. Rt. 49 take Alt. St. Rt. 49 into Arcanum. Folcharge of Arson low Main Street in Arcanum to 413 S. Main Street. (WATCH FOR “420 E Main; Sept based on an inAUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) 11-12, 10-5; Sept 13, vestigation by the AUTOMOBILE 9-12; Push mower, Greenville Police 1993 CHEVROLET LUMINA EURO SPORT, 4 Door, V-6, Auto, lots of odds & ends” Department.

A/C, P.W., P.L., Tilt, Cruise, Alum.

Jackie R. Ham“HUGE! 107 Green Wheels, Rear Spoiler, Bright Red ilton, Greenville with Grey Interior, 1-Owner, only St; Sept 11-13; 9-5; – Indicted on a 87,916 miles, Super Sharp, (Don’t Fudge, desk, clariMiss This One). net, clothes, Hollister, charge of NonLAWN EQUIPMENT – JAZZY Wildfire 150 scooter” support of DeSCOOTER - TOOLS pendents based RANCH KING 12 H.P. 38” CUT, 7 “Sept 10-13, 12-6 on an investigaSpeed Lawn Tractor; Toro S-200 PM; 9272 Steffen Rd tion by the Darke Gas Snow Blower; 2 Wheel Dump(6 miles N on 127 to ing Lawn Trailer; (2) Wheel Barrows; County Child Beamsville, rt 1 mile Wood Stocker Free Standing Wood Support EnforceStove; Jazzy 4-Wheel Elec. Scooter to Steffen, 1st house). w/ Charger (Nice-Works Good); 6 Clean, nice items; ment Agency.

Ethan E. Louk, Ft. Folding Poly Picnic Table; Linfurniture; antiques; coln 225 Welder; Bolen’s Gas Weed Gordon – Indictchildrens hutches, taTrimmer; Sm. Roller Tool Chest; Tallbles & chairs; garden ed on a charge er Tool Chest; Asphalt Shingle Cutitems (flowers); much of Passing Bad ter; Duracraft Bench Drill Press; MiChecks based on ter/Chop Saw; 3/8” & ½” Elec. Drills; more” Craftsman Gas Chain Saw; Black & an investigation “830 Manchester Dr., by the New MadiDecker Hedge Trimmers; Circ. Saw; Sept. 11,12; 9-6. 3 son Police DeBattery Charger; Black & Decker Battery Fire Storm Saw; Acetylene Family - Nice clean partment.

Torch , Gauges, Tanks; Dbl. Grinder items. Something for Delphos R. on Pedestal; 8’ Wood Work Bench everyone!” w/ Vise; Sears Cargo/Luggage Car Peace, Ansonia Top Carrier.

“Multi-family - 6535 – Indicted on a POWER & HAND TOOLS Westfall Rd., 36 E. of charge of ReceivLots of Craftsman Open & Box Wrenches; lots of Wrenches (all Greenv. 2 1/2 miles. ing Stolen Propbrands); Craftsman Torque Wrench; Ratchet Wrenches; Chain Sept. 10,11; 8-5. An- erty based on an Wrenches; 1/4”, 3/8” & ½” Sockets; Reg. & Deep Well Swivels; tiques, furniture, can- investigation by Extensions; Ratchets; Pipe Wrenches; Allen Wrenches; Torch Gauges; C-Clamps; Drill Bits; Screwdrivers; Tool & Tackle Boxning jars, Christmas the Darke County es; Block Planes; Rasps/Files; Roller Stool; Gas & Diesel Poly decor, housewares, Sheriff’s Office.

Fuel Cans; Back Pack Sprayer; Water Hoses; several new Heat purses - some Vera Seth D. Seals, Lamps; (2) Scoop Shovels (alum.); Saw Blades; Elec. Supplies; Bradley, homecoming Pipe Clamps; numerous Rolls of Heavy Duty Wire (all sizes and Gordon – Indictgowns-small, girl’s types); Bolts; Nuts; Nails; Screws; Hardware items; approx. (10) jeans & shirts-small, ed on a charge of Inventory Cabinets (full of Inventory); Mall; Ax; Shovels; Pitch Forks; Rakes; (2) Pole Tree Trimmers; Mowing Sye; Twist Post guy’s American Eagle Receiving Stolen Hole Auger; Jobbers; 6 Ft. Alum. Ladder; Pipe Cutter; Pole Night shirts - med-XL, other Property based on Light; several Chilton’s Motor Manuals; Corona Kero Heater; Skil clothing, linens, books an investigation Elec. Router; Black & Decker Elec. Sander.

- Taste of Home. Lots by the Greenville ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Police Departof other items” Early Kitchen Aid Wood Ice Cream Freezer; (3) Early Rug Beatment. ers; Sadd Iron; (2) Wood Slaw Cutters; 6 Ft. Silver Christmas Tree “3023 Ridge Dr., Sept.

Kelly P. Miller, (in original box & sleeves); Walking Garden Cultivator (from Cus11,12; 12-6; Sept. 13, Greenville – Insin & Ferns Hardware) Good Stenciling; Galv. Sprinkling Can; RC 9-3. Organ, records, & Coke Wood Carrying Crates; Box of Early Fair Canes; Wood clothes, yard & houseAdvertising Box; Crossman B.B. Scout Aire BB Rifle; Metal Yard Windmill; several Oil Lamps; Imperial 45 Record Player; #5 Waghold items.”

DEADLINE

PUBLIC AUCTION

ner Skillet; Early Dayton Tennis Racket; Walnut Baby Cradle; Chicken Feeder; Lead Ladle; Crochet Set. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES 4 Pc. Bedroom Suite, Dbl. Bookcase Bed, Dresser & Mirror, Chest, Night Stand; 4 Dr. Maple Chest of Drawers; Tan Rocker/Recliner; Maple Desk; Formica Top Kitchen Table w/ 4 Roller Chairs & Leaf; Wood Book Shelf; (2) Office Chairs; Stack Chairs; 3 Dr. Dresser; Lamp Tables; TV’s; VCR; Blue Recliner; Victorian Depression Era Dresser & Mirror & 5 Dr. Chest; Waterfall Style Cedar Chest; Leather Btm. Side Chair; Oak Rocker; Sanyo 26” Flat Screen TV; Panasonic Microwave; Amana 22 C.F. Side/By/Side Ref./Freezer; Maytag Elec. Washer; M. Wards Elec. Dryer; Mirrors; Pictures; Card Table & (4) Chairs; Standing & Box Fans.

MISCELLANEOUS Shuffle Board Accessories; several Upright Sweepers; misc.

Scrap Metal & Iron; Stack of Red Safety Cones; Baseballs; Toys; Canning Jars; Windows; P. Glass; Elec. Kitchen Appliances & Utensils; Dishes; Pots; Pans; Blankets; Christmas; Knick Knacks; Deep Bowls; Stoneware; Lg. Canner; Bushel Baskets; Luggage; Walkers; Sewing items; Porcelain Doll; (2) Skate Boards; Concrete Goose; numerous Base & Wall Cabinets; Pedestal Sink; Used Appliances, Kitchen Aid Dishwasher, 30” Drop in Range; several Bath Tubs; several Toilets; SS Sinks; Gas Heaters; several Window A/C’s and much more.

RICHARD REED – OWNER THE FORMER ESTATE OF MYRTLE POLING

• 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 sellers, Office: (937)316-8400 we appreciate our buyers, and we Mobile: (937)459-7686 love our profession! Kirby & Staff

“131 Sherman St; Sept 11-12; 9-5; BowFlex, Roll-away bed, kitchen wares/dishes, Torpedo heater, books, lots of misc, clothes”

dicted on a charge of Passing Bad Checks based on an investigation by the Greenville Police Department.

Kelly P. Miller, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Theft and nine counts of Forgery based on an investigation by the Greenville Police Department.

Brian C. Cox, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of two counts of Abduction and Intimidation of Victim based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Courtney A. Tolliver, Greenville – Indicted a charge of Possession of Heroin based on an investigation by the Greenville Police Department.

Amber M. Miller, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Illegal Use of Supplement Nutrition or WIC Program Benefits based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Lindsey R. O’Neal, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Illegal Use of Supplemental Nutrition or WIC Program Benefits based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Brandy Young, Hollansburg – Indicted on a charge of Trafficking

in Drugs based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Michelle L. Middaugh, Union City – Indicted on a charge of thee counts of Trafficking in Heroin and Possession of Heroin based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

James S. Spencer, Union City, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Trafficking in Heroin and Possession of Heroin based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Brett S. Wilcox, Union City, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Cocaine based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Eric R. York, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Cocaine based on an investiga-

tion by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Anthony M. Fisher, Redkey, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Complicity to Possession of Heroin based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Robin K. Jacks, Portland, Ind. – Indicted on a charge of Possession of Heroin and Trafficking in Heroin based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

Crystal G. Franklin, Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Theft from an Elderly Person based on an investigation by the Greenville Police Department.

Russell E. Baker, Jr., Greenville – Indicted on a charge of Domestic Violence based on an investigation by the Darke County Sheriff’s Office.

3452 Co. B U YS. H E RRd.E 25A  •PI-75 AYatHExit E R69E

BANKRUPTCY? BU Y H E R E  SLOW P AY PAY? HERE DIVORCE? EXCESS MEDICAL B U Y H E R E  P AY HBILLS? ERE B U Y HCARS E R E AT  LOW P AY PRICES HERE GREAT BAs U Ylow H E RasE 16.95%  P AY H ERE APR B U YonHselected E R E  models, P AY H E R E some conditions apply.

B U Y H E R E  P AY H E R E (937) B U Y H E R 335-6775 E  P AY H E R E - PAY BBUY U Y HHERE ERE  P AY HERE HERE

REPO AND BANKRUPTCY AUTO AUCTION SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2014, 9:00 A.M.

LOCATION: 415 SOUTH STREET, PIQUA, OHIO UPPER MIAMI VALLEY STORAGE SECOND NATIONAL BANK 2005 NISSAN SENTRA 2005 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER 2007 FORD FOCUS 1995 CHEV Z28 CAMARO 2005 CHRYS TOWN&CTRY 2007 FORD TAURUS 2003 FORD EXPLORER 1999 FORD CONTOUR 2008 FORD F350 DIESEL 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER UNITY NATIONAL BANK 2003 CHEV IMPALA 2005 CHEV SILVERADO 2004 CHEV SILVERADO 2008 CHEV UPLANDER UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT, JOHN JANSING, TRUSTEE ***FEATURING 1967 AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE*** 2009 DODGE CALIBER, JOHN JANSING, TRUSTEE UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT, PAUL SPAETH, TRUSTEE 2006 YAMAHA MOTORCYCLE GREENVILLE NATIONAL BANK 2006 CHEV EQUINOX MID OHIO ACCEPTANCE 2007 CHEV COBALT 2002 CHEV MALIBU 2002 DODGE DAKOTA 2002 JEEP GR CHEROKEE 2002 FORD ESCAPE 2003 OLDS ALERO 2003 OLDS ALERO

2004 FORD RANGER 2001 CHEV IMPALA 2005 SATURN ION

CAR FINANCE COMPANY 2001 CHEV BLAZER 2003 OLDS ALERO 1998 DODGE STRATUS 2002 MERC MOUNTAINEER ***************************************************** TERMS: CASH ONLY. BANKRUPTCY UNITS REQUIRE CERTIFIED BANK CHECK. ALL UNITS ARE SOLD 100% AS IS. PLEASE CALL WITH ANY QUESTIONS.

Anthony Bayman, Auctioneer

937-606-0536

937-773-5702

AUCTIONEER’S DIRECTORY

“111 Sharp Lane; 2 Days Only, Sept 1213; 9-5pm; Maroon recliner, NASCAR items, pink recliner, kids’ clothes, much more!”

www.KaugherAuctioneer.com

“5459 Horatio-Harris Ck. Rd., Sept. 11,12; 9-6. Sept 13, 9-noon!

We saved the best for last!! 4 families - Be There Or Be Square!”

Ronnie Kaugher

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

“1147 Harrison Ave., Sept. 11,12,13; 9-5.

Clothes, Barbies, air purifier, needlepoint.

Lots of misc.”

“2048 Greenv.Nashv. Rd., Sept.

10,11,12,13; 9-4. Very large yard sale. Lots of Hot Wheels, collectables, furniture & antiques. Lots of misc.

Everything must go”

Weekly Auctions now featuring audio/video bidding.

Convenience fee for on-line bidders only.

PAGE 20 Sunday, September 7, 2014 The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

Back entertains at Greenville Library GREENVILLE – Noah Back provided special entertainment at the Greenville Public Library’s “Lunch on the Lawn” on July 11. Noah is a very talented musician and singer who plays guitar and keyboard and covers everyone from Adele to Leonard Cohen, from John Denver to Johnny Cash and Elvis. He made many new fans at the Library that afternoon.

Noah plays venues all over Ohio and out-ofstate and gears his choice of songs towards his audience. For a flavor of this young man’s gifts go to YouTube channel 8backhome.

Noah first took up the guitar at age 11 as a favor for his uncle’s friend who had created a guitar course. He wanted to see if it worked for kids.

Noah never did take the course, but once he had

Noah Back provided music and entertainment at the Greenville Public Library’s Lunch on the Lawn.

a guitar in hand, he basically never put it down. He has an ear for picking up notes and sounds. It took years of trial and error to find his own voice.

His first performance was also providential.

A neighbor sold at the farmers market in Yellow Springs and took

Noah along as his family encouraged him to play there. By word of mouth he started to get gigs - opening for bands, playing private parties, and coffee shops.

Noah is from West Alexandria and does his own booking. Being a devout Christian is the core of his

life. However he does not see a big line between secular and religious music. “If it’s not against the Bible it’s God’s music.

People receive any gift from God.” Go to NoahBack-Music on Facebook for more information, to follow his career, and to like his page.

Gardeners install new president GREENVILLE – The Olde Thyme Gardeners of The Darke County Park District installed a new president, Andrea Long. She brings a wealth of energy and knowledge from Randolph County, Ind. Andrea is well versed in heirloom gardening and related early 1800’s living.

Bethany DuPuy, the departing president and long time Greenville resident, moved to Miami County

where she continues as a Master Gardener Volunteer with the OSU Miami County Extension.

The Olde Thyme Gardeners plan and plant an early pioneer type kitchen garden near the log house at Shawnee Prairie Preserve. The small group of dedicated enthusiasts researches the types of plants that would have been used by the early settlers in Darke County in the 1820’s-1830’s

era.

The garden may be viewed by looking over the stockade style wooden fence during normal park hours.

A couple dozen perennial herbs compose about a third of the enclosed area. Recently observed blooming varieties include Tansy, Costmary, Calendula, Nasturtium, Comphrey and Marshmallow.

Black Hollyhocks, Lavender, Wormwood, Lemon

PUBLIC AUCTION

FRIDAY – Sept 12, 2014 - 3:00 P.M.

5862 Kruckeberg Rd. Greenville, OH 45331 DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton, Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – Now Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www.auctionzip.com, for pictures and enter auctioneer ID # 3426, click on the current auction date, click on bid now button to enter auction, register if you want to bid. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Convenience Fee applied to online bidders only.

ANTIQUES-COLLECTIBLES Sev. Large Crocks; Emperor Oak Wall Hanging Hand Made Clock; Waterfall Picture; Wood Wall Mount Display Case; Crosley Record Player in wood case; Flute; Old Records; Mack Am/Fm Radio; Antique Minnow Catcher; Victor Tube Type Radio; Collector Plates; Oil Lamps; And More.

HOUSEHOLD Phillips 55 “ HD TV In Cabinet W/Wheels; 2-4 Drawer Night Stands; Night Stand; Head Boards; Maple Night Stand; 2-Chest of Drawers; Metal Wardrobe; Vanity & Mirror; Wood Rocking Chair; Drop Leaf Table; Glider W/Ottoman; White # 1805 Sewing Machine; White Wood Round Top Cabinet; Sev. Wood & Slat Chairs; Black Trunk; White Wood Cabinet; Fans; Table Lamps; Floor Lamps; Car Table; Flatware; Rolling Pins; Heater Purifier; Bread Box; Walker; Portable Shark Steam Cleaner; Navy Uniform; New SS Toaster Oven; Kitchen Aid Food Processor; Corelle ware Dishes;20 In Magnavox TV; Quick Vac; Tower Fan; Titan Portable Heater; Wicker Plant Stand; Hens & Chick Planter; Electric Griddle; Bedding; Fiber Optic Christmas Tree 48”;Misc. Christmas Decorations; Christmas Lights; Cassette Tapes; Cd’s; Alum. Walker; Ball Caps; Neck & Shoulder Massager; And More.

GARAGE ITEMS Troy Built Z Start 6.5 H.P., 21 In Cut Rear Bagger & Mulching Blade Push Lawn Mower; MTD Yard Machine Elec. Start Snow Blower; Weed Eater /Blower Vac; Reel Type Push Mower; Stop Signs & Yield Sign; Charcoal & Webber Grill; Jumper Cables; Fishing Poles, Fishing Tackle, Rods & Reels; Fishing Poles & Tackle; Hand Tools; Breast Drill; Screw Drivers; Jumper Cables; Bicycle Rack; Schwinn Girls 10 Speed; Tent; Saw Horses; Lawn Roller; Weights; Alum. Extension Ladder; Hand Tools; Hand Saws; Lantern; Sack Cart; Granite Tub; Lawn Chairs; Garden Hose & Reel; Gas Can; SM. Dog Cage; 45 Gal. Garbage Can; Humming Bird Feeder; Flash Light; Ext. Cord 50 ft. Tarp; Hand Tools; And More.

OWNERS- MULTI GROUP AUCTION

TERMS: CASH or local checks w/proper ID. Visa & Master Card Accepted w/3% Clerk Fee. Auctioneer licensed in Ohio.

Auction held INSIDE facility. We must collect sales tax.

Balm, Sweet Annie, Yarrow and Spinner Gourds grow outside the fence. A few other herbs are Lovage, Sage, Hyssop and of course, Thyme.

The annual demonstration area features “the three sisters” (corn, beans, and squash or pumpkin) similar to food crops cultivated by the Shawnee Indians who were the original inhabitants of the area.

Pioneers in Darke County grew corn, beans and squash as staples to be stored and used throughout the year. This year’s corn variety is “Bloody Butcher.”

It grows six to ten feet tall and produces large ears of mottled, deep red, hard kernels.

One of the Olde Thyme Gardener members saved the seed from last year’s crop.

Old Joe Clark, an heirloom from Tennessee, is one of this year’s bean varieties that was planted in the same hills as the corn. It is a four foot tall half runner plant that produces edible green beans. The dried pods turn red. When cooked the dried beans taste like peanuts.

An heirloom Winesap apple tree resides inside one corner of the garden.

The Olde Thyme Gardeners meet in the Nature Center at noon on the second Tuesday of most months.

The group invites anyone who is interested in gardening whether they are novice or master gardeners or someone interested in learning more about gardening, pioneer living or using herbs.

For more information, visit http://oldethymegarden.blogspot.com.

Versailles Health Care Center earns award

VERSAILLES – Versailles Health Care Center, owned and operated by Covenant Care, has received the 2013 Covenant Care Clinical Indicator of Achievement Award and the 2013 Covenant Care Operational Excellence Award.

To qualify for the Covenant Care Clinical Indicator Achievement Award, a facility must meet several clinical standards of excellence.

Those standards include: exceeding all clinical indicators – chemical restraints, physical restraints, weight loss, and in-house acquired pressure ulcers.

Likewise, to

Shown are Dana Spurlock and Kristy Earick.

qualify for the Covenant Care Operational Excellence Award, a facility must meet the following standards: exceeding clinical standards, positive Federal and State Survey outcomes, low turnover and positive employee relations, and exceeding adminis-

trative commitments.

Versailles Health Care Center met all of the above criteria and was presented with both awards at the Covenant Care Annual Awards Banquet held in Las Vegas. Accepting the awards for Versailles Health Care

Center was Kristy Earick, Executive Director, and Dana Spurlock, Director of Nursing.

By winning these prestigious company awards, Versailles Health Care Center continues to demonstrate Covenant Care’s commitment to quality care for its residents and staff.

Covenant Care operates 57 skilled and residential care facilities in seven states, including California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Nevada, and Ohio.

Covenant Care offers 24-hour care ranging from short-term therapy and rehabilitation to quality longterm nursing care.

SNB sponsors Artists Series show GREENVILLE – Second National Bank (SNB) has donated funds to Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA) as an Impresario sponsor of the 2014-2015 “Roots & Wings” season.

“Second National Bank’s sponsorship provides a variety of opportunities for all members of the community to learn and grow through participating in the arts,” stated Andrea Jordan, DCCA Executive Director.

“DCCA appreciates SNB’s commitment to the community through supporting events that help make Darke County a great place to live.”

SNB is the Artists Series Spotlight Sponsor for the critically acclaimed Annie Moses Band performance of Rhapsody in Bluegrass on Sept. 13, at St. Clair Memorial Hall. Tickets for the concert by the Annie Moses Band cost $25.

SNB is also a sponsor of DCCA’s Family Theater Series, three professional theatrical programs specifically chosen to reach out to the young and young at heart. The upcoming 2014-2015 season of shows, presented at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville, will include Skippyjon Jones, a kitten with big ears and even bigger dreams, based on the books by Judy Schachner unleash the power of imagination, on October 12; The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other Eric Carl Favorites, featuring three beloved stories by Eric Carle, awardwinning children’s book illustrator and author retold on stage through the magic of black light and fanciful puppets., on February 15; and Schoolhouse Rock Live!, brings to life familiar characters and songs from the Emmy-Awardwinning cartoon series teaching history, math, grammar and more, on March 1. All programs are at 2:00 pm on Sunday afternoons; tickets are only $5 and $12 for all three shows.

New this season on Nov. 15, DCCA brings a special comedy event to St. Clair Memorial Hall’s Stage—Dan St. Paul will be sponsored by SNB, combining a sharp, clean wit with an outstanding talent for creating characters, “What’s

John Swallow, SNB President and Chairman of the Board, Todd Durham, SNB Trust Department, and Antonia Baker, SNB Marketing present a check to Andrea Jordan, DCCA Executive Director.

Funny After Fifty” appeals to all ages.

Featured on the syndicated Bob and Tom Show, St. Paul’s CD “Natural and Good for You” contains one of the most requested comedy pieces on radio, “The First Baseball Game.”

Tickets are $20. Additionally, DCCA’s Irish Wave FUNdraiser celebrates the rich traditions of the Emerald Isle Friday, March 13 at the Montage Café thanks to the spon-

sorship of SNB. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. and will include Irish music, food and a variety of beers for tasting. Tickets are $35.

The opening concert with the Annie Moses Band is presented as part of DCCA’s Artists Series. 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.

To purchase tickets, or for more information on DCCA and their 2014-2015 “Roots & Wings” season contact the DCCA office at 547-0908, and online at www.

CenterForArts.net.

COIN AUCTION

AUCTIONEERS: Mike Havenar - Rick Bair - Tony Bayman SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014 9:30 A.M. LOCATION: Fletcher Fire House, 6605 N. St. Rt. 589, Fletcher, Ohio. Directions: Exit 82 off 1-75, East on St. Rt. 36 to Fletcher, South on St. Rt. 589 to location site.

SILVER DOLLARS - HALF DOLLARS QUARTERS - DIMES - GOLD - PENNIES TERMS: Cash or Check with Proper I.D. Not Responsible for Accidents. Any Statements Made Day of Sale Supercede Statements Hereon.

AUCTIONEERS MIKE HAVENAR - RICK BAIR - TONY BAYMAN (937) 606-4743 “HAVE GAVEL - WILL TRAVEL” www.auctionzip.com (AUCTIONEER #4544 & 6480)

LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION

“2 ESTATES” OUTSTANDING QUALITY SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2014 9:00 AM

5378 Sebring-Warner Rd., Greenville, Ohio 45331 *DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.M.* Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”.

(WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS) ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES – ANTIQUE FURNITURE – MODERN FURNITURE & APPLIANCES – HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

SCHAFER ESTATE & ISABELLE C. HOLLINGER, ESTATE

Thomas W. Hollinger & Carol Sue Elkins, Co-Executors Gary Flinn, Attorney.

DC Case # 13-1-358

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

• We must collect Sales Tax. • Visit us online at www.auctionzip. com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information.

• Good Food & Good Times Available on Site!

• Open Friday, September 19 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection.

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

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

Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com PAGE 21

AUTOMOTIVE MARKET

DAR promotes Constitution Week GREENVILLE – Sept.

17, begins the national celebration of Constitution Week. The weeklong commemoration of America’s most important document is one of our country’s least known official observances. Our Constitution stands as a testament to the tenacity of Americans throughout history to maintain their liberties and freedom, and to ensure those unalienable rights to every American.

The tradition of celebrating the Constitution was started many years ago by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). In 1955, the

Daughters petitioned Congress to set aside September 17-23 annually to be dedicated for the observance of Constitution Week. The resolution was later adopted by the U.S. Congress and signed into Public Law #915 on August 2, 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower.

The aims of the celebration are to (1) emphasize citizens’ responsibilities for protecting and defending the Constitution, preserving it for posterity; (2) inform the people that the Constitution is the basis for America’s great heritage and the foundation for our way of life; and (3)

encourage the study of the historical events which led to the framing of the Constitution in September 1787.

The United States of America functions as a Republic under the Constitution, which is the oldest document still in active use that outlines the selfgovernment of a people.

This landmark idea that men had the inalienable right as individuals to be free and live their lives under their own governance was the impetus of the American Revolution.

Today, the Constitution stands as an icon of freedom for people around the world.

“We must remember and teach that those who wrote the Constitution believed that no government can create freedom, but that government must guard freedom rather than encroach upon the freedoms of its people” stated Merry Ann T. Wright, President General of the DAR. “The Constitution by itself cannot guarantee liberty. A nation’s people can remain free only by being responsible citizens who

are willing to learn about the rights of each arm of government and require that each is accountable for its own function.

Constitution Week is the perfect opportunity to read and study this great document which is the safeguard of our American liberties. We encourage all citizens across the country

to take time this week to guard that which is committed to us by our forefathers... our freedom.”

DAR has served America for 120 years as its foremost cheerleader. In 1928, the Daughters began work on a building as a memorial to the Constitution.

John Russell Pope,

Les Wenning Ford’s

Quality Used Vehicles ALL DRASTICALLY REDUCED Make an offer - We’re dealin’

With 2.99% Financing to Qualified Customers

• SUVS •

• TRUCKS •

13 Edge SEL AWD, Red......................$22,500 13 Escape SE FWD, Black ....... $18,995 12 Expedition 4x4 XLT, Black ... $29,495 12 KIA Sorento, 7 Pass, Green..................................... $17,995 10 Dodge Journey, FWD, Gray ....................................... $15,995 10 Escape XLT 4x4, 4WD, Gray ....................................... $15,495 09 Edge SEL, Moonroof, Black ...................................... $13,995 09 Jeep Laredo SLT, 4x4, Green ....$11,995 08 GMC ACADIA, 7 Pass, 1 owner .................................. $10,495 08 Chevy Trailblazer, FWD, Black ........................................ $8,000 07 Saturn Outlook FWD, 7 Pass, Silver..................................... $11,995

10 F150 Super Cab 4x4, Blue .....$20,495 05 Chevy Colorado Crew Cab, Blue ......................................... $9,995 05 F350 Crew Cab Dually Lariat, Diesel......................... $18,495 04 F350 Crew Cab Dually Lariat 4x4, Diesel.................. $17,495

• VANS • 07 Buick Terraza, Silver ........... $4,200 04 Dodge Caravan, Green ....... $3,500 04 Chevy Venture, AWD, Tan... $3,500

architect of the Jefferson Memorial, was commissioned to design the performing arts center, known as DAR Constitution Hall. Today, DAR Constitution Hall is the only structure erected in tribute to the Constitution of the United States of America.

Known as the largest women’s patriotic organization in the world, DAR has over 165,000 members with approximately 3,000 chapters in all 50 states and 11 foreign countries. The DAR has long promoted patriotism through commemorative celebrations, memorials, scholarships and activities for children, and programs for new immigrants. For more information about DAR and its programs visit www.dar.org or call (202) 628-1776.

• CARS • 11 Mercury Milan Premier, Blue ........................ $14,495 10 Focus SE, Blue .........................$10,995 03 Taurus SE, 4 dr, LT Green...........$3,700

LES WENNING MOTORS, INC. FORT RECOVERY, OHIO

(419) 375-4134

www.wenningford.com Winner of Fords 2013 Elite President’s Award

SRS

ENGINE PARTS 5453 S.R. 49

GREENVILLE, OHIO, 45331

937-548-7113 Crankshaft Grinding Block Boring Aluminum Welding Flywheel Grinding Connecting Rod Service Pressure Testing Cylinder Head Service Engine Parts

COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE MACHINE SHOP SERVICE

OUTSTANDING VEHICLES-LOWER PRICES

TRUCKS, VANS & SUV’S

WAS

NOW

2012 GMC ACADIA SLE FWD, 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 18,881 miles .. $26,995 ...... $25,500 2012 GMC TERRAIN SLE FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., gray, 19,093 miles ....................................................................................................... $21,995 ...... $20,900 2012 CHEVY EQUINOX LS FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., black 16,732 miles....... $20,995 ...... $19,900 2012 GMC ACADIA SL FWD, 3.6L V6, loaded, like new, black, 6,514 miles ...................... $26,995 ...... $25,000 2012 NISSAN EXTERRA PRO 4X4 4WD, 4.0L V6, all power, one owner, exc. cond., gray, 36,284 miles ..................................................................................... $24,995 ...... $23,900 2012 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL FWD 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., gray, 19,666 miles ... $34,995 ...... $33,500 2012 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, loaded, super nice, diamond white, 11,441 miles .. $26,995 ...... $25,900 2012 CHEVY TRAVERSE LT FWD, 3.6L V6, all power, exc. cond., crystal red, 18,840 miles... $25,995 ...... $24,900 2011 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, one owner, exc. cond., white, 53,320 miles ...................................................................................................... $18,995 ...... $17,900 2011 GMC YUKON XL SLT 2WD, 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., black, 31,310 miles ...................................................................................................... $33,995 ...... $32,900 2011 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., crystal red, 19,787 miles ......................................................................................................... $20,995 ...... $19,900 2011 GMC TERRAIN SLT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, sharp, maroon, 72,598 miles ... $19,995 ...... $18,500 2011 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., black, 29,124 miles .. $20,995 ...... $20,200 2011 CHEVY EQUINOX LT FWD, 3.0L V6, sunroof, loaded, sharp, brown, 25,292 miles . $22,995 ...... $21,500 2011 CHEVY TAHOE LTZ 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, one owner, loaded, super nice, maroon, 89,944 miles .................................................................................................. $32,995 ...... $30,900 2010 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LT CREW CAB 2WD, 5.3L V8, one owner, loaded, exc. cond., white, 82,146 miles ................................................................................... $22,995 ...... $21,900 2009 CHEVY ½ TON CREW CAB LT 4X4, 5.3L V8, loaded, one owner, exc. cond., black, 158,995 miles .................................................................................................... $19,995 ...... $18,500 2009 GMC YUKON SLT 4X4, 5.3L, V8, leather, sunroof, DVD system, sharp, black, 92,347 miles ...................................................................................................... $25,995 ...... $24,500 2007 CHEVY ½ TON REG. CAB 2WD P.U., 4.3L V6, auto, air, cruise, very good cond., red, 146,192 miles ......................................................................................................... $8,995 ........ $7,500 2007 JEEP COMMANDER SPORT 4x4, 3.7L V6, all power, dual sunroof, exc. cond., gray, 101,908 miles ................................................................................... $12,595 ...... $10,900 2007 DODGE NITRO SLT 4X4, 3.7L V6, all power, exc. cond., maroon, 102,204 miles ..... $12,995 ...... $11,500 2007 DODGE CARAVAN SXT, 3.3L V6, all power, good cond., blue, 156,331 miles............ $6,995 ........ $5,500 2006 FORD EXPEDITION LIMITED 4WD, 5.4L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp beige, 151,104 miles ................................................................................................... $11,995 ...... $10,500 2005 BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX AWD, 3.4L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, silver, 125,517 miles ...................................................................................................... $7,995 ........ $6,500 2005 GMC YUKON DENALI 4X4, 6.0L, V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 135,582 miles ................................................................................................... $13,995 ...... $12,500 2004 MITSUBISHI ENDEAVOR XLS AWD, 3.8L V6, all power, very nice, black, 96,418 miles .. $8,995 ........ $7,500 2002 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE VAN, 3.4L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 222,379 miles ..................................................................................................... $3,995 ........ $2,500 2002 CHEVY VENTURE LS VAN, 3.4L V6, loaded, good cond., blue, 185,647 miles .......... $4,995 ........ $3,500 2002 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 2WD, 4 dr., one owner, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 142,478 miles ................................................................................... $9,995 ........ $8,900 2002 FORD F350 CREW CAB LARIAT 4WD P.U., 7.3L Turbo Diesel, one owner, leather, loaded, good cond., blue, 355,817 miles ........................................................ $10,995 ........ $9,500 2001 CHEVY VENTURE VAN, 3.4L V6, loaded, very good cond., white, 172,444 miles ...... $4,995 ........ $3,500 2001 FORD WINDSTAR SEL VAN, 3.8L V6, all power, good cond., green, 152,619 miles .. $3,995 ........ $2,900 2000 GMC SLE 1 TON CREW CAB DUALLY 4WD, 7.4L V8, utility body, loaded, good cond., brown, 245,856 miles................................................................................. $8,995 ........ $7,500 2000 CHEVY ½ TON EXT. CAB LS 2WD P.U., 5.3L V8, loaded, good cond., red, 223,718 miles ......................................................................................................... $5,995 ........ $4,900 2000 CHEVY VENTURE VAN, one owner, V6, good cond., silver, 188,476 miles ................ $5,995 ........ $3,900 1999 CHEVY ½ TON SILVERADO LS REG. CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, all power, very nice, red, 70,361 miles........................................................................................... $7,995 ........ $6,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 144,748 miles.. $6,995 ........ $5,900 1998 CHEVY ½ TON EXT. CAB 2WD P.U., 5.7L V8, all power, exc. cond., green, 272,960 miles $4,995..........$3,900 1998 PONTIAC TRANSPORT EXT. VAN, V6, loaded, exc. cond., white, 146,014 miles .......... $6,995 .........$4,900 1997 CHEVY VENTURE LS EXT. VAN, 3.4L V6, all power, good cond., beige, 166,264 miles .... $3,995 ........ $2,500

CHEVROLET

2013 CHEVY CRUZE LS, 4 dr., 1.8L 4 cyl., all power, like new, beige, 4,054 miles ............ $16,995 ...... $15,900 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., brown, 23,447 miles .................................................................................................... $17,995 ...... $16,500 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 54,800 miles .$15,995........$14,900 2012 CHEVY MALIBU 2LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, exc. cond., diamond white, 18,509 miles ....................................................................................... $18,995 ...... $17,500

Troutwine CHEVROLET

CHEVROLET

WAS

NOW

2012 CHEVY MALIBU 3LT, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, like new, diamond white, 7,085 miles . $20,995 ........$19,900 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LTZ RS, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., black, 50,462 miles ...................................................................................................... $16,995 ...... $15,900 2011 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, maroon, 29,592 miles .................................................................................................. $18,995 ...... $17,500 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, super nice, maroon, 16,511 miles .... $15,995 ...... $14,500 2009 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, one owner, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, red, 69,773 miles .............................................................................................. $15,995 ...... $14,500 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, brown, 56,805 miles .. $13,995 ...... $12,900 2008 CHEVY COBALT LT, 4 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., red, 125,242 miles ............ $8,995 ........ $7,500 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles....$10,995 ........ $9,500 2006 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS, 2 dr., 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp white, 80,663 miles ...................................................................................................... $12,995 ...... $11,900 2006 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., white, 132,199 miles ...... $8,995 ........ $7,500 2003 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS, 2 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, silver, 119,758 miles ...................................................................................................... $7,995 ........ $6,500 2001 CHEVY IMPALA LS, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., silver, 162,561 miles ... $3,995 ........ $2,900 1992 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, super nice, maroon, 54,083 miles ......................................................................................................... $16,995 ....... $15,500

PONTIAC

2005 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, all power, exc. cond., maroon 107,614 miles ................................................................................................................ $8,995 ........ $7,900

BUICK

2013 BUICK REGAL GS, 4 dr., 2.0L turbo, 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, nice, silver, 26,421 mi ........................................................................................................... $26,995 ...... $25,900 2012 BUICK LACROSSE CXL, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, super sharp, black granite, 15,197 miles .......................................................................................... $24,995 ...... $23,900 2012 BUICK VERANO FWD, 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, like new, silver, 6,843 miles $19,995 ...... $18,500 2012 BUICK REGAL, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, loaded, sharp, crystal red, 15,217 mi........ $21,995 ...... $20,900 2011 BUICK REGAL T-TYPE, 4 dr., 2.0L turbo 4 cyl., sunroof, leather, loaded, sharp, brown, 17,901 mi ......................................................................................................... $18,995 ...... $17,500 2011 BUICK LACROSSE CXL, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 22,625 miles ...................................................................................................... $20,995 ...... $19,500 2011 BUICK REGAL CXL, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, super nice, gray, 14,953 mi. $18,995 ...... $17,900 2011 BUICK REGAL CXL, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, beige 28,096 mi ........................................................................................................... $18,995 ...... $17,900 2007 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 178,737 miles ..................................................................................................... $8,995 ........ $7,900 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, one owner, leather, loaded, exc. cond., maroon, 96,522 miles .................................................................................................. $11,995 ...... $10,500 2006 BUICK LUCERNE CXL, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 112,282 miles ................................................................................................... $10,995 ........ $9,500 2005 BUICK LACROSSE CX, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, all power, exc. cond., maroon, 96,231 miles .. $9,995 ........ $8,500 2002 BUICK LESABRE LIMITED, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, silver, 125,876 miles ...................................................................................................... $9,995 ........ $8,500 2000 BUICK LESABRE CUSTOM, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, cloth seats, loaded, exc. cond., beige, 157,232 miles ..................................................................................................... $8,995 ........ $6,900

OTHER MAKES

2012 HARLEY DAVIDSON SOFT TAIL CLASSIC, one owner, many extras, like new, maroon, 1,307 miles ..................................................................................... $22,995 ...... $21,500 2011 CADILLAC SRX FWD, 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, silver, 33,795 miles ...................................................................................................... $27,995 ...... $26,500 2010 CAN AM SMS MOTORCYCLE SPIDER R, audio and convenience package blue, 4,530 miles ......................................................................................................... $17,995 ...... $16,500 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 74,041 miles ....................................................................................................... $16,995 ...... $14,900 2005 FORD TAURUS SEL, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 171,771 miles ..... $6,995 ........ $4,900 2004 FORD TAURUS SES, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, all power, fair cond., blue, 185,129 miles ........... $5,995 ........ $3,900 2001 CADILLAC CATERA, 4 dr., 3.0L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, beige, 90,001 miles ....................................................................................................... $5,995 ........ $4,500 1999 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE GLS, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, sunroof, good cond., brown, 153,107 miles................................................................................. $3,995 ........ $2,900 1998 SATURN SL, 4 dr., 1.9L 4 cyl., auto, air, fair cond., maroon, 219,899 miles ................. $2,495 ........ $1,500 1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 119,533 miles ..................................................................................................... $4,995 ........ $2,900 1996 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, nice car, beige, 163,266 miles ..................................................................................................... $4,995 ........ $2,500

CORNER MAIN & GEORGE, ARCANUM SERVICE HOURS: Mon. 8am-8:30 pm/Tues.-Fri. 8-5:30/Sat. 8-12 SALES HOURS: Mon.-Fri. 8am-8pm/Sat. 8am-5:30pm

CALL 692-8373 OR 692-8360

View our used inventory at: www.troutwineautosales.com

PAGE 22 Sunday, September 7, 2014-The Early Bird, www.bluebagmedia.com

AUTOMOTIVE MARKET