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WEEKEND EDITION - SEPTEMBER 24, 2017

THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE GREAT DARKE COUNTY FAIR!

Levy addressed during Early Bird Facebook Live Town Hall

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The primary mission of a newspaper is to inform. Of course fulďŹ lling that mission can take many directions and covers a wide-array of topics – sports, entertainment, communities, breaking news, etc. Newspapers today must also adapt to technology, which is why The Early Bird established Bluebag Media that allows your weekly county-wide newspaper be your ďŹ rst choice for daily news and sports. Combined with a strong social media presence, including being the most “Likedâ€? Darke County site on Facebook, local residents are more informed than ever before.

The Early Bird and Bluebag is once again ďŹ nding creative ways to inform its readers. On Sept. 27, 7-8 p.m., we will be offer-

ing a special Early Bird Facebook Live Town Hall Meeting. Join us on our Facebook page to get factual information on the Emergency Communications .45 mill levy on the ballot this fall; commonly referred to as the MARCS levy. This levy will help fund the emergency communications equipment, such as MARCS radios, repeaters and pagers, for law enforcement, ďŹ re and rescue throughout the county.

There has been a lot of hearsay regarding this issue and how the funds will be used. The Early Bird/ Bluebag Media wants to make sure voters have accurate information before voting. “Implementing a Facebook Live Town Hall event was a great idea by our Managing Editor, Ryan Berry. It is the ďŹ rst foray into providing Darke County citizens with an

opportunity to ask relevant questions on major topics of interest such as the MARCS Radio Levy,� said Keith Foutz, publisher of The Early Bird/Bluebag Media. “As your locally owned and operated newspaper continues to diver-

Board hires new treasurer SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Jenna Jurosic was hired Thursday as the new treasurer for Greenville City Schools.

Jurosic, a Wapakoneta native, replaces Carla Surber who left the district in August for a position with Bradford Exempted Village Schools. “I’m really looking forward to coming to this community,â€? Jurosic said following Thursday’s board meeting. Jurosic, who has worked for the past three years in the treasurer’s ofďŹ ce with Dayton City Schools also said she was looking forward to the opportunities Greenville offers as a “home and family-basedâ€? community.

Jurosic holds two master’s degrees – a MBA and a MSA from Indiana Wesleyan University. She received her undergraduate

degree from Case Western University.

Jurosic and her husband Larry, a teacher with Sidney City Schools are parents of four-month-old Eleanor. They will be relocating to Greenville in the near future, she said.

Meeting and getting acquainted with the Greenville school staff will be another perk Jurosic is looking forward to. She currently processes payroll for 2,200 staff with Dayton Public Schools and is hoping Greenville teachers, administrators and other school personnel will become more than just an “email� relationship.

The board approved a two-year contract for Jurosic, beginning Oct. 1 through July 31, 2019.

In other business Thursday, Superintendent Doug Fries gave a brief report on the demolition work being done at the former junior high. As soon as workers

Darke County avor a favorite during tourism conference STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Jenna Jurosic

are ďŹ nished at that site they will be moving on to Woodland Primary, he said, where workers are currently ďŹ nishing up asbestos removal.

Fries said the goal is “to beat winter� with the last two demolition projects.

Also it was announced that ďŹ nal surfacing of the new high school track will take place beginning Oct. 6.

CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

Only the smoke stack remains standing on Thursday as the old Greenville Jr. High School building is taken down to a huge pile of rubble. (Clinton Randall photo)

of when the site can be cleared from the old jr high building rubble, but

the city to air the program live on GPAT and the city’s You Tube Channel on Sept.

27, 7-8 p.m.

There will be two ways to have your questions answered. First, watch on Facebook and submit your questions in the comment section during the presentation. Second, the City of Greenville has set up a phone line that has voicemail set up to take questions now and during the Town Hall Meeting. Call (937) 316-1079 and leave your question. All questions will be screened and only questions pertaining to the Emergency Communications Levy will be presented.

If you miss the live program, The Early Bird/ Bluebag Media will continue to have the program on its Facebook Page and the city will also have it available on its You Tube channel.

SUSAN HARTLEY

Demolition nears completion as old GJHS comes down GREENVILLE – The old Greenville Jr. High School is no more. As of Thursday only the smoke stack remained visible by onlookers and people driving by the site.

According to Greenville Superintendent Doug Fries, the material of the old school will be sorted and removed before the demo crew makes its way to Woodland Primary School building to wrap up the project.

Fries was not able to conďŹ rm a time frame

sify and expand our commitment to our readers and advertisers we hope everyone takes advantage of this opportunity to have any questions answered regarding this speciďŹ c topic. We’re excited to be able to bring you this opportu-

nity.�

A panel of persons directly involved with shaping the levy and tasked with implementing the changeover to the MARCS system has been assembled to answer your questions.

The panel will be headed

by Chief Deputy Mark Whittaker of the Darke County Sheriff’s Dept. and Melissa Hawes, 9-1-1 coordinator for Darke County.

Arcanum Fire Chief Kurt Troutwine will have a perspective on how the levy will affect departments in the county. Greenville’s safety/service director, Curt Garrison, as well as other representatives from the city will be able to share the city’s point of view. The Darke County Commission will also have a commissioner present.

In addition to viewing the Town Hall Meeting on Facebook, The Early Bird will combine forces with

says the demolition crew has a goal of being totally done by December.

DARKE COUNTY – The â€˜ďŹ‚avor’ of Darke County was in the spotlight this past week.

The Darke County Convention and Visitors Bureau not only hosted the Ohio Association of Convention & Visitor Bureau’s two-day conference on Wednesday and Thursday, the county also won a STAR (State Tourism Achievement Recognition) award for a marketing campaign entitled “Darke County Flavor.�

Representatives from nearly 40 Ohio counties attended the conference, which included a tour and cooking demonstration at the KitchenAid Experience in downtown Greenville.

Visitors also had the opportunity to get a taste of The Bistro, Romer’s and The Winery at Versailles. “There are no better people than travel people to go back and talk about where they’ve been,� said Matt Staugler, director of Darke County Visitors Bureau.

During the conference, Staugler said he learned about 90 percent of those who attended the conference had never visited Darke County until this week.

This was the ďŹ rst time Darke County was chosen to host the OACVB conference, Staugler said.

Marketing efforts by Staugler are starting to pay off. “Darke County and western Ohio are starting to play a larger part in Ohio tourism,� he said. “We’re going to keep the

Matt Staugler, director of the Darke County Convention & Visitors Bureau accepts a STAR award from Shasta Mast, president of the Ohio Association of Convention & Visitors Bureau during an awards luncheon at Romers Catering on Thursday. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

momentum going.�

Diana Thompson, executive director of the Miami County Visitors Bureau, also took home a STAR award for the county’s marketing campaign of Home, Grown Great Vignettes.

Thompson said Darke County’s neighboring visitor bureau’s campaign was working to “get everyone knowing about what we’re doing in Miami County.

Last weekend, she said, the Miami County Visitors Bureau worked in collarbortion with the city of Troy and Troy Main Street to host the Tour de Donut, which has its start in Darke County. “We’re excited to say they are coming back to Miami County next year,�

Thompson said.

Attending conferences such as this week’s event also offers the opportunity for gathering ideas on how to promote tourism in your area, Thompson said. “It’s great to hear colleagues

who do exactly what I do for a living.�

Besides taking time to get a avor of Darke County, conference attendees held strategic planning meetings and heard from Bill Geist, who calls himself the Chief Instigator at DMOproz (aka Zeitgeist Consulting), a ďŹ rm specializing in strategic planning, governance, marketing and legislative issues for convention and visitor bureaus.

Shasta Mast, president of OACVB, spoke briey to the conference attendees during Thursday’s awards luncheon, thanking them for the “stridesâ€? they have made in tourism.

Several county convention and visitor bureaus were presented STAR awards with Alex Mikos of WGTR 97.5 radio as presenter.

Awards are geared to print and social media marketing plans that promote tourism in Ohio’s counties.

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POLICE BEAT

Mother charged with drug paraphernalia, child endangering DRUGS

On Sept. 18 officers responded to the 100 block of Oxford Drive to conduct a welfare check.

The complainant, Dylan Julian, called police to say he believed someone was in his home holding a gun to his girlfriend’s head. Upon arrival, the officer found his girlfriend, Allison Bailey, standing on the porch

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with her two children, ages 1 and 2. Julian was not on the premises when officers arrived. Bailey told officers the suspect must still be inside the home and asked them if they would check. While inside the home and the garage, officers saw marijuana paraphernalia in plain view. Bailey gave consent for officers to do a complete search of the home regarding drugs. There were several items of paraphernalia found inside the home, including grinders and pipes containing residue and in plain view and easily accessible by the children. The officers also noted the children were not clean and were wearing diapers that, according to the report had

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Any taxpayer that has not paid is regarded as delinquent under the law and is subject to publication. An interest charge will accrue on any accounts remaining unpaid on the last day of November 2016, unless at such time a written installment to pay taxes is reached with the Darke County Treasurer.

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been worn for “an extended amount of time.”

Officers called Children’s Services to come and do a walk-through of the home. The children were released to a relative.

The drug paraphernalia was taken to the police department and placed in the property room.

Bailey was cited on two counts of child endangering for drug paraphernalia being in plain and easily accessible to children. She also was charged for marijuana drug paraphernalia.

On Sept. 16 two officers went to a residence in the 400 block of Martin Street in reference to Todd Daniel who had an active warrant through the Darke County Sheriff’s Department. Upon arrival, the officers noticed a male matching the description of Daniel get on a bicycle and leave the scene. The officers returned to their cruiser and attempted to locate Daniels. Area residents flagged the officers down to report Daniel had abandoned his bicycle and was running away.

The officers caught up with him and ordered him to stop. Daniel was detained and a warrant was confirmed for the original charges of obstruction of justice and indecent exposure. Upon searching Daniel, officers found baggies appearing to contain marijuana and methamphetamine inside his pants pockets.

Daniel was transported to the Darke County Jail where he was incarcerated on a $1,525 bond. Another officer transported the baggies to the Greenville Police Department, where they tested positively for pot and meth.

Some of the drugs were packaged and sent to the BC I for further testing.

DISORDERLY

On Sept. 17 an officer was dispatched to the 200 block of Tillman

Avenue on the report of a possible fight between Cody Schaar and Michael Louk. Dispatch advised the officer that Schaar left the scene in an orange Honda with two other occupants.

According to the report, the officer was familiar with the orange Honda and located it traveling east on Martin Street.

Schaar eventually pulled into the Greentown Sunoco. The officer followed and made contact with the three occupants, including Michael Bowles, who admitted an open container of beer inside the vehicle was his. The three subjects were asked about the fight with Lauk, but they didn’t have much to say. Bowles was cited for open container. Schaar and Louk were warned for disorderly conduct.

CPO VIOLATION

On Sept. 15 an officer responded to Greenville City Park on the report of adults drinking in the presence of a child. Upon arrival, the officer found Jason Sheeders, a female and a young child fishing in the lagoon. While the officer was attempting to park his cruiser, he observed Sheeders trying to put a bottle of beer inside a cooler. Dispatch advised the officer there was an active CPO on Sheeders, who was to have no contact with the female he was fishing with. According to the report, both said they “willingly” got together to spend some time with their child. Sheeders was arrested and transported to the Darke County Jail, where he was incarcerated on a $1,525 bond for a CPO violation. He also was cited for an open container violation.

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On Sept. 15 a woman called the police department to report her 16year-old son was being unruly and would not lis-

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ten and get into the car.

The teen had left school and was walking around town. The parents found him, but he refused to listen and ran away. Police officers went to the site of the complaint, McDonalds, to search for the juvenile. A call then came that he was seen at Taco Bell, where his older brother was located. The older brother reported the 16-year-old was on his way to The Coffee Pot. The teen was eventually located in the 400 block of East Fourth Street and was apprehended by police. He was transported to the police station to await pick up by his mother. The teen was cited with unruly juvenile.

On Sept. 18 a School Resource Officer at Greenville High School responded to the report of an unruly juvenile in the boys bathroom. A teacher’s aide alerted the SRO about the situation.

She said the male juvenile shut a classroom door on her hand, then went to the boys bathroom, where the officer and school personnel found him yelling and cursing. The juvenile would not answer the officer’s questions, except for cursing, which could be heard throughout the school hallway. He then sat down and removed his shoes and threw them at the adults. After repeatedly throwing items, including his clothing, the juvenile eventually calmed down and was sent home with his mother. He was cited for disorderly conduct.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS HARASSMENT

On Sept. 14 Greenville Police received a report from the store manager at Hot Heat Burrito stating employees had been receiving harassing telephone calls from an unknown individual. The male who was making the calls knew the names of the employees but the employees said they did not know who the caller was and they felt threatened. Officers learned the calls were uploaded to You Tube.. The person uploading the calls to You Tube was identified with his username, which led police to find his Instagram username.

Upon learning the username, Hot Head Burrito employees told the officer they had been asked

to follow the individual on Instagram. Using information from the caller’s Instagram account, it was determined the caller’s name was Joe Aldefer, a student at York University of Pennsylvania in Pennsylvania.

Greenville Police contacted the university’s Dean of Safety who said they would check to see if the caller was enrolled.

An officer from campus security called GPD and advised there was a student with that name enrolled and they would have him give GPD a call.

Aldefer called GPD and admitted to making the prank calls while he was playing video games. He said he thought it would “be funny” to make prank calls to the Ohio restaurant. Aldefer was warned about telephone harassment.

SHOPLIFTING

On Sept. 12 officers were dispatched to CVS on East Main Street on the report of a male subject concealing a bottle of vodka on his person and exiting the store without paying. Officers located the suspect walking with Veronica Sutherland on the Fourth Street bridge.

Officers questioned the male suspect, William Pollard, who at first denied taking anything, but then admitted to taking the bottle of vodka, which he then pulled out of his hoodie. Sutherland told officers she was not aware Pollard had taken the vodka and that he was not supposed to be drinking since he was on probation. The officers contacted the CVS manager who said he wanted Pollard and Sutherland trespassed from the store. Pollard also was issued a misdemeanor citation for theft.

WANTED PERSON

On Sept. 13 an officer was called to the Darke County Courthouse in reference to a wanted person. Upon arrival, the officer made contact with Daniel Wagner who had a felony warrant through the Greenville Police Department for failure to appear on an original charge of driving under suspension.

Wagner was transported to the Darke County Jail where he was incarcerated without incident with a $1,025 bond.

On Sept. 15 an officer on patrol saw a male and female walking north on Wayne Avenue. Due to a previous call about a couple fighting in the same area the officer was aware the male subject had an outstanding warrant. The officer circled the block before making contact with the subjects. The male, Jesse York, positively identified himself. He was wanted by Moraine Police on a contempt of court on a theft case on a bond of $404. York was transported to the Darke County Jail to await pick up by Moraine Police.

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.

Fiber artist shares love of creativity

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

WEST MANCHESTER Just over the Darke County line is a home-based business, which allows the owner and her customers to indulge in creativity.

Susie “Q” Designs, owned by Linda Root and located at the northwest corner of State Route 127 and Holtzmuller Road, offers a variety of services for quilters and those in need of custom sewing.

A few years ago Root, who began sewing when she was 10 years old, turned her home’s mother-in-law suite into her home-based sewing and quilting business.

“I named it Susie “Q”

Linda Root, owner of Susie “Q” Designs in West Manchester, will conduct an open house on Saturday, Sept. 30. (Susan Hartley photo)

Designs because my Dad called me Susie Q,” said Root, who revealed her middle name was Sue. Root considers design-

ing with fabric her specialty, calling herself a “fiber artist.”

Her three-room business is filled with samples

BRC takes first step to proposed expansion

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Brethren Retirement Community (BRC) may soon be expanding again and Greenville City Council helped start the process by rezoning four tracts of land. Council held a public hearing on the Planning & Zoning Commission’s recommendation to rezoning from Urban Residential to Special Use during its Sept. 19 meeting. Council unanimously approved the request.

There were some questions as to why BRC was seeking the Special Use zoning instead of using the zoning that was already in place. Mike Henderson, of Mote & Associates, explained much of the complex is already Special Use and they want to try to keep that uniformity.

Candy Stripers sought at Wayne HC GREENVILLE – Wayne HealthCare will resume offering volunteer opportunities for students at least 16 years of age. Student volunteers will have the opportunity to work with various departments within the hospital to welcome patients and visitors; assist with delivery of care and support staff.

Students interested in the program are encouraged to attend the informational meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 26. The meeting will take place in hospital cafeteria from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

The course instructor is Sharlyn Hickey, registered nurse in the perioperative department at Wayne HealthCare. The student volunteers will be required to work at least three days per month between the hours of 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. or 4:30–6 p.m. The instructor will work with each student to set a monthly schedule to follow.

Student volunteers will receive training for two weeks before working directly with any hospital department. Students will learn the proper way to care for patients, deliver flowers and assist nurses and other hospital staff.

They will work with staff on the medical and surgical floors, Emergency Department, Diagnostic Imaging, Physical Therapy and Special Beginnings.

The Candy Striper volunteer opportunity allows students to gain healthcare experience before post secondary education. A significant number of student volunteers have benefited from this program and pursed nursing or other health related professions.

For more information or to sign up for the program, please contact Sharlyn Hickey at sharlyn.hickey@ waynehealthcare.org or (937) 569-6973.

John Warner, president & CEO, said BRC wants to build additional single-family dwellings. The number of additional units has not been determined, but Warner expects it to be between 12 and 16. They would be cottage style home with two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a twocar garage. All units would be senior friendly and would be approximately 14,000- to 17,000-square feet.

BRC currently owns two rental properties on Oak Street and is pursuing the purchase of two more.

Local residents agreed BRC is a good neighbor and didn’t oppose the change in zoning. However, there were questions on a proposed private road extending from the BRC campus to Oak Street. Tim Gade, a resident in the area, is concerned that it would cause an increase in traffic on Oak Street and cause issues at the intersection of Oak and Chestnut Streets.

Warner noted the earliest they could begin construction on this addition would be the spring of 2018.

Council President John Burkett reminded everyone the public hearing was for the purpose of rezoning and some of the issues that were being discussed

would be addressed when the plans are presented to Planning & Zoning.

Prior to the council meeting, Planning & Zoning Commission held its September meeting. The committee approved the preliminary development plan and subdivision plan for Casey’s General Store.

Casey’s is currently open in Ansonia and one is under construction in Union City. Casey’s has also approached Versailles about opening a store in that community. The Greenville store, if approved, would be located on Russ Road between KitchenAid Way and Sloopy’s Bar & Grill.

Casey’s General Store will be required to get approval on their final plans before they can begin work.

of her designs, from quilt pieces to baby clothes to doll clothes for American Girl size dolls. She also provides equipment for customers to rent by the hour – in house – to cut fabric for quilts and other projects.

For example, Root’s AccuQuilting Center allows customers to rent the AccuQuilt machine, which will cut fabric into desired shapes by using dies. Root charges $15 per hour to use the AccuQuilt in her shop.

Root also can prepare large quilts using her customer’s completed quilt top, backing and batting on her long arm quilter.

Other services by Susie “Q” Designs include embroidery, mending, tailoring and alterations.

Root was formerly employed by a seamstress in the Englewood area, creating custom made gowns and dresses.

She also does wedding party dress design and alterations – sharing a story of a recent wedding party

Program cancelled GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library regrets to inform the public that its program on Monarch Butterflies scheduled for Sept. 27 is cancelled.

The water main will be shut off at 5 p.m. due to construction on Fourth Street.

The program will be rescheduled for this coming spring. They apologize for any inconvenience.

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order, which included several bridesmaids dresses – all purchased by the bride in a size 12.

“One of the bridesmaids was a size 22. I altered the dress, adding material, so it fit,” Root said.

Customers also may order specialty quilts, for example a baby quilt, from Root by providing their own material.

Learning some sewing from her mother, Root said she is mainly “self-taught.

It comes natural to me and it’s easy for me and something I enjoy,” she said.

For a while. Root worked as an over-theroad truck driver with her husband, Gary.

But she didn’t leave her sewing at home.

“I had a sewing machine and he gave me a certain

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VFW ceremony remembers POW/MIAs

BY LINDA MOODY CORRESPONDENT lmoody@earlybirdpaper.com

Supporters of the Brethren Retirement Community helped the organization exceed its goal during the How Sweet It Is Gala on Sept. 16.

BRC exceeds goal at 11th annual gala

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – With a goal of raising $10,000 at the Brethren Retirement Community’s (BRC) 11th annual Charity Auction & Dinner, the community stepped up and helped the organization raise over $15,000 on Sept. 16. John Warner, CEO and president of BRC, spoke about the community’s support for his organization and said, “I would like to say thank you to you all because you truly are ministry partners with us as we carry out our core values each day.�

The funds from this year’s “How Sweet It Is� Gala will go to purchase two additional iN2L (It’s Never 2 Late) units that help residents retain “Dignity through Technology.� Warner said the units “help residents enjoy each and every day.� iN2L integrates hardware, software and media components to allow any person with

an interest in computers to use the machines without frustration. The system is a picture-based, touch screen that allows residents to touch their way to ďŹ nding engaging, educational, spiritual and personalized contest. Through the iN2L units, BRC residents can use email, webcam and improve hand and eye coordination in the therapy program.

The total cost of two iN2L units and 20 hand-held units, along with the service fee, is $20,000.

BRC packed supporters into Romer’s Catering in Greenville for an evening of fun and food. Nancy Wilson, of K99.1 FM, provided the emcee duties while Rich Edwards lent his auctioneering skills for the evening.

Warner and his staff expressed their appreciation to the community for their support of BRC and helping them achieve their mission and moving forward with their vision.

GREENVILLE – Greenville Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7262 recently hosted its annual Prisoners of War/Missing in Action (POW/MIA) Recognition Day in an outdoor ceremony.

Participating in the ceremony were Commander Dean Delk, Senior Vice Commander Chris Nehring, Quartermaster Mike Maloney and Judge Advocate Don Dietrich as well as Ohio Department State Junior Vice Dan Falknor.

Dietrich said the ceremony attracted approximately 20 people, with the event followed by a (Marlene McGlinch) chicken and noodle meal for 32 people.

One of the features at the recognition was the presence of the Missing Man Table.

The state ofďŹ cer talked about how they are still talking about getting prisoners of war remains back in the

Arcanum seeks entries for Horse Parade bring in the holiday spirit.

ARCANUM – Dec. 9 will mark the inaugural Christmas in the Park & Horse Parade in Arcanum. This event is co-hosted by the Arcanum Area Business Association and the Arcanum Athletic Boosters.

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Each candy cane is numbered and they can be redeemed for prizes in the Scout House after the hunt.

The evening’s highlight will be the Christmas Horse Parade beginning at 7 p.m. to ofďŹ cially welcome Santa to the village of Arcanum. The parade will travel from Main Street through Ivester Park which will be full of lights and festive music. The park will be decorated by various groups and community organizations, and the children will have the opportunity to meet with Santa after the parade in the Scout House.

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These horse-drawn carriage rides will journey through the park and continue to the downtown area.

The Arcanum ďŹ re department will have a bonďŹ re going to warm up during the winter evening.

More information will follow in the coming weeks, but they are currently accepting entries for the Christmas Horse Parade.

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On Aug. 10, 1990, the 101st Congress passed a law recognizing the League’s POW/MIA ag. Congress designated it as “the symbol of our nation’s concern and commitment to resolving as fully as possible the fates of Americans still prisoners, missing and unaccounted for in Southeast Asia, thus ending the uncertainty for their families and the nation.â€?

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mind us of the bitter fate of those captured and missing in a foreign land. An inch of salt symbolizes the tears endured by those missing and their families who seek answers. The Bible represents the strength gained through faith to sustain those lost from our country, founded as one nation under God. The glass is inverted, to symbolize their inability to share this evening’s toast.

The chairs are empty; they are missing.�

It was noted that in 1971, Mary Hoff, an MIA wife and member of the National League of Families, recognized the need for a symbol for POW/MIAs. She contacted Norma Rivkees, vice president of Annin & Co. Hoff found Rivkees very sympatric to the POW/MIA

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Krebs announces run for Ohio Senate CAMDEN – Gene Krebs recently announced that he will be seeking the 5th Ohio State Senate seat, and will ďŹ le to be a candidate on the ballot for the 2018 election cycle.

State Senator Bill Beagle is leaving ofďŹ ce in 2018 due to term limits. His work ethic and personality were a major reason Republicans were able to capture a seat traditionally held by the other party. The district is all of Preble and Miami Counties, portions of Darke and Montgomery, including Harrison Township, Trotwood, parts of Clayton and most of the city of Dayton.

Krebs stated, “I will be your voice for change, and the forces of status quo will oppose my efforts to reform Ohio. I need your help to achieve deep meaningful change in how we govern ourselves, and I will stand tall for reforms.� “The 5th Senate seat represents a diverse portion of Ohio. It has vast areas of highly productive farmland.

It has quaint small town and village downtowns that can and could bring more economic development.

Dayton is the economic engine of much of the region, and faces a unique series of issues.� “To represent this diverse district, you need someone with a diverse background. Few have a background more diverse than mine.�

After graduating from college, Krebs returned to the family farm, where he was the seventh generation to farm in that corner of Preble County. After serving in a variety of public ofďŹ ces, ranging from school board to Ohio House of Representatives, to county commissioner, he left public ofďŹ ce and farming to become an executive in a research organization that specialized in economic development, urban revitalization and farmland preservation. He later left that research group, and joined one that specialized in health care and human service policy issues.

Krebs left that research group when noted writer Phil DeVol, coauthor of Bridges Out of Poverty and author of Bridges to Sustainable Communities asked him to coauthor his next book. That book is expected to be published in January, and it builds on DeVol’s previous work in moving people out of

poverty, and Krebs’ work on creating a better means of solving our political and policy differences.

On policy: Krebs has pledged to reduce reliance on local property taxes with school funding reform. It is HB 718 of the 123rd General Assembly.

In order to seek the 5th Senate seat Krebs recently resigned as Chair of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel Governing Board. During his ďŹ ve years as chair the residents of Ohio saved $800 million in costs and with the reforms initiated, Buckeyes will save just shy of $5 billion over the next nine years.

Krebs is not just about rural issues; since leaving elected ofďŹ ce he was one of the main drafters of the State Tax Credit for Historic Rehabilitation, the only tax credit which has a required cost beneďŹ t analysis, thereby keeping cronyism at bay.

Locally this tax credit is being used in downtown Dayton to bring new life to The Arcade and in other projects near the baseball stadium. It has previously been used extensively in Piqua in renovating the downtown hotel.

As he did in the Ohio House, Krebs has pledged to read every bill before voting on it, and will publish a complete unedited voting record in every willing local newspaper and on his website. He will be your voice for change in Ohio, and will stand tall for conservative issues, such as life and the Second Amendment.

To seek more information go to www.genekrebs. com; Twitter Handle @ GO_GeneK; Facebook Handle @GOGenek.

Chief Harmon speaks at BPL

BRADFORD – Bradford Public Library’s Friends group will be hosting Covington Police Chief Lee Harmon on Monday, Sept.

25 in a very informative discussion on “Drugs and Safety for Our Local Area.�

Chief Harmon is a very knowledgeable police chief who will present a very interesting program that will relate to the surrounding locales in which we live and work.

There will also be information on how community members can become more aware of different types of illegal drugs and the ramiďŹ cations for our public safety.

The program will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Community Room of Bradford Public Library. Refreshments will be served.

Heilers kicks off campaign MARIA STEIN – Aaron Heilers, Republican candidate for State Representative of Ohio House District 84 (serving Mercer County and parts of Auglaize, Darke, and Shelby counties) is having a campaign kickoff at Moeller Brew Barn in Maria Stein. The event is on Tuesday, Sept.

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She made it look easy because it was Ryan’s World

by Ryan Berry Managing Editor bluebagmedia.com

RYANdaughBERRY When my oldest MANAGING ter left for college she also EDITOR left her job partially done.

So I don’t make her sound like she’s a slacker, I have to qualify that statement because it wasn’t something she could have ďŹ nished. She was mowing grass at my wife’s ofďŹ ce once a week. Unless she could have found a way to miraculously stunt the growth of the grass for the next month or so, other than by killing it, someone was going to have to ďŹ nish out the season. That someone turned out to be my youngest daughter. She was thrilled with the prospect of earning a little cash and I was equally thrilled because that’s less money I have to give her.

I don’t write a lot about my youngest because she

isn’t quite as bizarre as her sister. She doesn’t do things that make you go, huh? She does things that make you go, grrrrr! I’ll admit I’m a lazy writer. It’s much easier to be whimsical with “huh� than it is to be lighthearted with “grrrrr.�

My daughters are on opposite ends of the spectrum in most every way, especially when it comes to body type. My oldest is stout and taller than most girls, lifts weights regularly and is very strong. My youngest is not tall, stout or strong. She did attend some weight-lifting sessions at school, but had trouble lifting the bar with no weights attached.

Knowing she wasn’t very strong, I wasn’t sure how well she would do cutting grass. As it turns out, her ďŹ rst attempt wasn’t very positive. I wasn’t there, but my wife told me she struggled. She was putting everything she had into it and the sweat was dripping from her face. Our other daughter “made it

look so easy,� my wife said.

To see if our youngest was really that weak, my wife tried pushing it. That probably wasn’t a good reference; she’s weaker than our youngest.

Our youngest was over halfway done before my wife called our oldest daughter to see if it was always this hard to push. The answer was a resounding NO. My oldest made it look easy because it was. Well, it’s easy if you ip the lever and let a self-propelled mower do most of the work.

Our poor daughter had blisters on top of blisters.

A week after her ďŹ rst grass cutting experience, blisters were still coming to the surface of her hands.

I ďŹ gured the second week of cutting grass would be a little easier, especially since she now knew it was a self-propelled mower.

Nope. She got through one strip of grass before the mower conked out. My wife and daughter tried to get it re-started with no luck.

Later that afternoon I went

with them and we took our mower over so she could get the job done. The ďŹ rst thing I did was to check the oil of the conked-out mower and as I had suspected – bone dry. Two weeks of cutting grass and she’s tore up her hands and tore up a lawnmower. She’s not having much luck.

My lawnmower is not self-propelled and I watched as she pushed. She struggled, but not nearly as much as she did pushing a self-propelled mower without engaging the self-propelled lever.

My wife complained that I was micro-managing.

That’s not true. I was using the couple of strips that I cut as teaching moments and showing her how to cut around obstacles. I have to admit, I did feel sorry for her. I really wanted to jump in and help her more than I did. However, I resisted the urge to help because I know she has to learn that if she wants to get paid for doing the job, she actually has to do the job.

Employer Tax Credit, which is simple. Businesses that do things right – that pay good wages and have good beneďŹ ts, commit to keeping jobs in this country, and treat their employees as vital to their companies – should get a tax cut. That’s how we encourage companies to do the right thing.

We also need to crack down on corporations that shortchange their workers. When corporations refuse to pay workers a living wage, refuse them the opportunity to save for retire-

ment, and refuse to provide decent health care, they create a drag on our economy.

And it’s American taxpayers who pick up the tab. That is why my plan creates the Corporate Freeloader Fee. If you’re a huge corporation and you choose to pay your workers so little that they are disproportionately forced onto government assistance, then you need to reimburse American taxpayers. And to be clear, I’m not talking about small businesses in Ohio, I’m talking only about mega-

corporations.

No one working 40 hours a week should be forced onto food stamps, housing vouchers, Medicaid, or other government aid just to stay aoat, and American taxpayers shouldn’t be forced to subsidize wages for mega-corporations.

It’s not multinational corporations that drive the economy – its American workers. These bills are a step in the right direction toward restoring the value of work for American workers and businesses alike.

Investing in Ohio workers

It’s time American companies invest in their greatest asset: the SHERROD American BROWN Worker.

U.S. SENATOR As Washington turns its attention to tax reform, I want to cut taxes for working families and for businesses that support good-paying American jobs – not multinational corporations that ship our jobs overseas or squeeze American workers. I want to see tax reform that puts Ohio workers ďŹ rst.

I recently rolled out two pieces of my plan to make hard work pay off once again – two bills that work together to encourage businesses to invest in American workers.

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Franklin Monroe boys defeat state ranked Troy Christian 4-1 GAYLEN BLOSSER

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PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe boys soccer team defeated the state ranked Troy Christian Eagles by a 4-1 score in a Monday night match with Brydon Diceanu netting his second hat trick of the season. “It was interesting,� said FM Coach Danny Diceanu following the game. “What can I say after the season we’ve had and the lack of punch that we had on the offensive end. Tonight seemed to kind of fall together a little bit.�

FM took advantage of Diceanu’s ďŹ rst goal of the night at 16:14 in the ďŹ rst half of play to give the Jets a 1-0 lead, a score that would stand with the teams heading to the half-

time break.

Jets sophomore Brydon Diceanu hit his second goal of the night with 28:27 showing on the game clock, upping FH’s lead to 2-0 over the Eagles.

Franklin Monroe senior Bryce Robinson hit the back of the net hitting a free kick from midďŹ eld to give the home team a 3-0 lead at 18:40 in the second half of play over one of the state’s better teams.

Troy Christian found the net at 13:41 to get on the board and make it a 3-1 score.

With 8:39 remaining in the contest, Diceanu completed the hat trick ďŹ nding the net with the aid of a penalty kick to give his team a 4-1 advantage. “We have a pretty good forward,â€? Coach Diceanu said of Brydon Diceane. “He’s been playing very

well, he’s creating chances and trouble for the other team. Tonight just showed he was on his game, he was busy. Brydon had an excellent game; his second hat trick of the season.� “He’s emerging as a goal scorer and it’s nice to see only being a sophomore, but you have to give credit to the guys in the back,� continued Diceanu. “Defensively we did a nice job. Kaleb (Poe) coming up big on the penalty kick, saving in the beginning.

He doesn’t save that you never know what’s going to happen.�

With storms rolling in the game was temporarily halted at 6:06 as lightning lit up the sky and soon the game gave way to the storm as the ofďŹ cials made it ofďŹ cial, Franklin Monroe 4, Troy Christian 1. “This morning the rankings come out and

Lady Wave battles Butler

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The score on the board, a 10-0 loss to the visiting Vandalia-Butler Lady Aviators soccer team is no indication of the effort and heart the Lady Wave displayed on the ďŹ eld for an entire 80-minutes in Wednesday night’s GWOC matchup. “We went into this one anticipating it being a little tough,â€? said Greenville Coach Jason Arnold. “There was a little ray of hope. I know Butler was down a little bit tonight – obviously not enough for us to pick up.â€? “Still a lot of inexperience,â€? added Arnold. “We’re getting our numbers (players) up. The numbers that we’re bringing in are fairly new to the game.â€?

The visitors got on the board at 37:53 in the opening half and took a 4-0 lead to the halftime break. “The ones that have been in it from the beginning have made big improvements,� Arnold noted of his players. “We started the season off shorthanded, so that core group that I have are still carrying a lot of weight with the inexperience that

Allie Null advances the ball for the Lady Wave with Katelyn Avore on her heals in match with Butler. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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The Lady Aviators did not ease-up the entire second half of play putting six goals on the second half board to get the win over GHS. “There is a lot of leadership on this team and they’re good about nurturing the new girls,� stated Arnold. “Allie Null is always pretty good in the back keeping my defense.

Katelyn Avore is another good one that solidiďŹ es that defense. Maddie Shepard up top, always keeps the offense pretty

well organized.�

Coach Arnold went with a new keeper on the night, starting freshman Grace Conway in front of the visitor’s net. “We had a new keeper tonight and she just exceeded my expectations,�

Arnold said. “This is her very ďŹ rst high school game that she has ever played keeper and she only practiced last night‌Grace Conway. She is a freshman, so she had her work cut-out for her tonight. I was very proud of how she handled it.â€?

Brydon Diceanu battles for control of ball in Franklin Monroe 4-1 win over state ranked Troy Christian. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

they (Troy Christian) were in the top 10, so it’s a nice win for us over a top 10 ranked in the state team,�

Diceanu said. “We’re not

even ranked in the Miami Valley and we really don’t deserve to but we’re making noise now so maybe we’ll get a little love this

week.� “It was enjoyable,� added Diceanu. “It’s always nice to come up on the positive side.�

Lady Jets blank Troy Christian 3-0

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

PITSBURG – The Lady Jets needed come-frombehind wins in each of the night’s three sets to shutout the visiting Troy Christian Lady Eagles 3-0 in a Monday non-conference volleyball match. “It was Monday,â€? FM Coach Angie Filbrun said with a chuckle following the match. “I don’t even know what to say. They battled back, but why we can’t just start out on top and stay on top‌I don’t know.â€?

Troy Christian took an early 3-0 lead in set one before home team battled back to see the game tied at 3-3, 4-4, 5-5 and 6-6.

The Franklin Monroe girls would put the game away doubling the score on the visitors at 22-11 and go on to win 25-17 and own a 1-0 advantage.

Set two had the Lady Jets bolting out to a 5-0 lead with the visitors making a 6-3 run cutting the FM lead to 8-6, followed with a 6-0 Troy run to lead 12-8 before FM would use a 5-1 run to make it a 13-13 score.

The Lady Eagles next outscored the hometown girls 10-4 taking a commanding 23-17 lead only to have the Lady Jets score

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FM sophomore Corina Conley gets a kill for the Lady Jets in shutout win over Troy Christian. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

the ďŹ nal eight points of the set, an 8-0 run to take a 2-0 lead after two sets of play. “It’s good to be able to battle from behind and see what we can do,â€? Filbrun noted, “and we pulled it out.â€?

FM continues to battle the injury bug with starting setter Kennedy Morris nursing a knee injury giving playing time to freshman Chloe McGlinch off the bench.

Chloe has stepped in tremendously,� said Filbrun. “She has done an excellent job. I’m proud of her coming in, coming

off that bench and doing what she needs to do for us. We’re doing ok, we’re doing well.�

Troy Christian took and early set three lead doubling the score on the Lady Jets at 8-4 and holding a 17-13 advantage before FM would make an 8-0 run to lead 21-17 over the visitors and take set three by a 2519 ďŹ nal score. “Corina Conley played a great front row, and Makenzie Kreitzer – both just key for us all the time. Just get the ball to them. We do good things when we get the ball to them.â€?

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PITSBURG – The Ansonia Lady Tigers put up a good ďŹ ght in a 3-0 loss to the Lady Jets in a Cross County Conference volleyball matchup. “We knew they would bring it,â€? FM Coach Angie Filbrun said of the Lady Tigers. “I felt like the last several games we were down a little bit, wasn’t really on our game. Tonight it felt like we were able to bring it.â€? “Our girls did a great job of keeping their composure,â€? Ansonia Coach Craig Riethman said following the match. “I felt like we fought as hard as we did all year in any game.â€?

Ansonia took a set one 5-2 lead with FM battling back to even the score at 8-8, 9-9, 10-10 and 1111 before the Lady Jets moved out to a 20-17 lead bringing a timeout from the Lady Tigers’ bench.

The FM girls continued to pull away winning the opening set by a 25-19 score. “I felt like each game we were in a position, if we go on a little run,� noted Reithman, “we had a shot to beat them.�

Set No. 2 had the visitors once again taking an early 3-1 lead only to have Franklin Monroe to go on a 7-1 scoring run to lead 8-4 bringing a quick timeout from Ansonia’s Riethman.

The Lady Tigers got back on track evening the score at 10-10. The teams battled back and forth with

Arcanum’s Trinity Layman goes up against a Jonni Parker spike in the Lady Trojans’ volleyball match with Miami East. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

Lady Trojans fall to Miami East

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

FM’s Makenzie Kreitzer (5) goes for a spike against Ansonia’s Chelsea Noggler (16) in Thursday night CCC matchup. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

the set tied at 11-11, 13-13, 14-14 and 15-15 before the Lady Jets would put the game away with a 10-4 run to go up two sets to none with its second 25-19 win of the night. “Franklin Monroe is an outstanding team,â€? Riethman stated. “Coach Filbrun does a great job with them. They are always moving, they’re always in a stance and they are a very scrappy team. It’s hard to ďŹ nd holes and to score you have to be able to put the ball down – we did that a few times. We had a few mental mistakes and they capitalized on them.â€?

The third and ďŹ nal set of the night went to the Lady

Jets by a score of 25-18 but not before Ansonia made it a three point game trailing 20-17 with FM closing out the night on a 5-1 scoring run. “They are a team that doesn’t make very many mistakes,� Riethman said. “I felt like we came out and played aggressive. We did some things we had to – to put ourselves in a position to keep it close, but we weren’t able to get over that little hump there at the end.� “We had lots of good things – some great hits in the front row,� said Filbrun. “We had blocks, our defense, was on top, good passing,�

Greenville 8th grade team celebrate after taking down unbeaten Troy Thursday evening. See more photos at bluebagmedia.com (Clinton Randall Photo)

ARCANUM – The Arcanum Lady Trojans dropped a Cross County Conference volleyball match to the defending state champion Miami East Lady Vikings three sets to none Tuesday night at Arcanum High School. “I thought we played excellent tonight,� said Arcanum Coach Macey O’Dell. “We did what we could do.�

Making her ďŹ nal Darke County high school regular season volleyball appearance was the Lady Vikings’ Jonni Parker, a Penn State volleyball signee making her presence known along with senior teammate Kyndall Hellyer. “They (Miami East) are amazing, Jonni is amazing,â€? said O’Dell. “I love to watch her play. She’s great and we just knew we had to defend. My middles were on them at all times.

They weren’t to leave them on defense and that’s what we did. We just played our hearts out.� “Kyndall is just as good,� added O’Dell. “She can hit just as well. I told my middles they were to follow both the girls, mainly Jonni, but we were to follow both of them. We did and we executed fairly well.�

The Lady Trojans gave the visitors all they wanted

in the ďŹ rst set taking an early 7-3 lead with the Miami East battling back to even the score at 8-8, 9-9 and 10-10 and take a 1611 lead bringing a timeout from the Arcanum bench.

Both teams would score nine points to close out set No. 1 giving Miami East a 25-20 ďŹ rst set win. “We preached and preached before the game – we weren’t going out and play scared,â€? said O’Dell. “Just go out there and play your game. When it’s on our side of the court we have to do what we have to do and we showed that tonight. I am so proud of my girls for going out and playing hard because they fought tonight. We were right there with them the ďŹ rst set.â€?

The Lady Vikings put their state championship caliber of play on display opening set two with a 10-0 run and moved out to a 16-1 lead before Arcanum got back on track to make

it a 25-8 game with the visitors taking a 2-0 lead.

Miami East opened set three with a 3-1 lead, but it was the Lady Trojans battling back to take leads at 6-3 and 9-5 before the Lady Vikings would tie the score at 9-9 and go on a 16-4 run to win the ďŹ nal set by a 2513 score. “Arcanum put up a really good ďŹ ght tonight,â€? said Miami East Coach Dan Peterson. “A lot of teams don’t put up quite the ďŹ ght they did. It’s good to see them getting after it. They didn’t come out scared like a lot of teams do against us.â€? “We started out good in the third but we could never just quite pull it together,â€? O’Dell stated. “I’m extremely proud of my girls for not playing scared.

I told them after the game, we are the only team that I know of that has stayed with them as well as we did, so I was super proud of them.�

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GREENVILLE - The 8th grade Lady Wave volleyball team showed they are a true contender for the GWOC North title as they handed ďŹ rst-place Troy their ďŹ rst loss of the season Thursday evening in Greenville.

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Wayne Lakes’ work towards sewer holds off EPA RYAN BERRY

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Daniel Wogoman suited up on the gridiron playing in his senior year of high school football at Mississinawa Valley. (Clinton Randall Photo)

MV senior prepares for military future CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ohio Following in his father’s footsteps, 18-year-old Daniel Wogoman has already begun preparing for a future with the Ohio Army National Guard.

The Mississinawa Valley senior spent 10 weeks over the summer at Fort Jackson in South Carolina in the Recruit Sustainment Program (RSP) to ready himself for basic training following graduation in the spring.

“I’ve wanted to join since I was a child, ever since I saw soldiers in a parade in West Virginia,” said Daniel. “I saluted them as they drove by in their Humvee and thought how cool that was and how I’d like to do that when I got older.”

Daniel has been at Mis-

sissinawa Valley since the fifth grade. As a senior he keeps in shape playing varsity football and plans to also be on the baseball team in the spring.

Following graduation, he plans to attend Sinclair in the fall to major in Criminal Justice and Military Science - after completing basic training.

“He has come a long way and I’m so proud him,” Daniel’s father David Wogoman said. “He had some physical and learning disabilities early on in life, but has overcome it all and is a fine young man with a bright future ahead of him.”

For now, Daniel says he is focused on just enjoying his senior year and strives to be a team leader every Friday night when he and the Blackhawks take the field.

WAYNE LAKES – A meeting was held Monday evening in Wayne Lakes to clarify and update residents on the progress the village has made in establishing a sewer district in the community. Wayne Lakes Interim Mayor John McRoberts and the village council felt it was important to hold the meeting with the Ohio EPA, Darke County Health Department and Access Engineering because a lot of the information regarding this issue “went to the grave with Gary Young (former mayor).” Young was serving as the village’s mayor when he passed away this past June.

Geoffrey Holmes, environmental engineer for Ohio EPA, stressed, “Wayne Lakes is not under legal enforcement to install sewer and treatment works.” He added, “However, there are a lot of things here within the Village of Wayne Lakes that the conditions are such that we have serious concerns about the handling of the waste water here.” He pointed out that Ohio EPA could still come through with legal enforcement.

“Part of the reason why we have not come through with legal enforcement for

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2017 UCHS Homecoming court CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. – Union City Jr/Sr High School announced it’s 2017 Homecoming court this week.

This year’s court consists of 14 male and 14 female candidates representing classes, clubs and organizations within the high school.

The list of candidates are: Madison Garrett and Kaden Purdin (9th grade Representatives); Mackenzie Green and Nic Wells (10th grade Representatives); Emma Brewer and Zach Adkins (11th grade Representatives); Justiss

Cantu and Cody Crawford (Student Council); Ellie Kerns and Connor Kerns (DECA); Audrey Sullenbarger and Billy Addington (AVID); Emily Cline and Gabe Loesch (Dance Team); Roz Meyers and Eric Funk (KISS); Kahlee Dowler and Rawlin Mills (NHS); Kelsie Burton and James Botkin (FFA); Haley Whitesel and Kyle Fenton (SADD); Gracie Price and Benji Casillas (FCCLA); Nalania Whitesel and Christian Mills (Book Club); and Courtney Bercaw and Trevor Spence (FCA).

The crowning of the king and queen will take place during the varsity football game on Sept. 29 against Lincoln.

Dr. Terrance Holman, director of the Darke County Health District, addresses residents in Wayne Lakes.

hasn’t pushed for central sewers, but they have talked to the administration of the village and suggested this is what they need to do.

He pointed out that if he were to push this and send a letter to the EPA with his findings, the EPA would be bound by the findings and would most likely pursue legal enforcement.

Brice Schmitmeyer, of Access Engineering, explained if Ohio EPA is forced to pursue legal enforcement, the village would have very little time to secure financing, let alone grants, which would ultimately cost residents more.

The cost for the new system is estimated at $7.5 million. An engineering survey suggested the best system for Wayne Lakes, because of its topography and geology, would be a

grinder system. Schmitmeyer estimated the cost for residents would be between $60-$95 per month. The village is currently waiting on a decision to see if they qualify for zero percent financing for engineering costs.

They are hoping to have a decision by next summer.

Once a contract has been signed with an engineer, Schmitmeyer believes it would take three years before they break ground. It would then take a year to install the system.

Residents may be required to pay all or part of the monthly fee anywhere from 1-3 years before the system is operational.

Some residents expressed an interest to vote on the issue, but if Ohio EPA pursues legal enforcement the vote, if it were to fail, would mean nothing.

State Senator LaRose takes in Greenville homecoming game GAYLEN BLOSSER

Pictured are 27 of the 28 Union City Homecoming court – Courtney Bercaw not pictured. (Clinton Randall photo)

the Village of Wayne Lakes is because the village leadership has been working with Ohio EPA to alleviate our concerns to work to remedy some of the situations we see as a problem,” said Holmes.

Dr. Terrance Holman, director of the Darke County Health Department, explained there are concerns with the septic systems in the community. Systems common in Wayne Lakes are leach fields, filter beds, aerators and drywells. According to Holman, each has their own set of issues and many have not received the required maintenance or are no longer approved methods. With lots sizes averaging between 1/4- to 1/2-acre, Holman believes it would be difficult to install approved systems.

“Let’s go through some figures,” said Holman, “You have roughly 84,000plus gallons of sewage going through untreated, per day, to the aquifer.” He explained it depends on how close your septic system is to the well and the depth of your well. “I live at the top of the hill on the other side of Wayne Lakes. I smell sewage coming through just about every day. Maybe not every one of you is contributing to that, but if you look at these statistics, probably about two-thirds of you are,” he added.

Holman said his office

GREENVILLE – State Senator Frank LaRose, representing the people of Summit, Stark and Wayne Counties in Eastern Ohio and a candidate for Ohio Secretary of State took in the Green Wave’s Homecoming football game Friday night at Harmon Field.

“John Husted has been our secretary of state for seven years now and he’s term limited next year so I am running to replace him,” LaRose told the Early Bird Newspaper. “I’m from the Akron area and built the reputation as the ‘go to guy’ that works on a lot of the election bills in the state legislature, so this makes a lot of sense and working hard to earn it every day.”

“He came because he said, ‘I have heard a lot about the new school, how it looks so I went out and saw it,’” said Darke County Commissioner Mike Stegall, “and he said, ‘I understand what you people are doing here and I just wanted to see it for myself,’ so he was very impressed with our new facility.”

As a young man, LaRose earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest in the Boy Scouts and is a decorated combat veteran,

a former member of the U.S. Specials Forces.

LaRose earned the Bronze Star for his service in Iraq as an Army Green Beret, and defended U.S. interests around the world including in Iraq, Kosovo, Africa, Oman and on the US/Mexico Border serving with the U.S. Special Forces and as a member of the 101st Airborne Division.

LaRose is a graduate of The Ohio State University.

He lives in Hudson with his wife Lauren and their three young daughters.

“I consider Jim Buchy a mentor,” LaRose said of Greenville’s Jim Buchy, a former State Representative. “There are few people that have the kind of experience that he has and have devoted their life to public service the way he has. Every time I get to listen to Jim Buchy, I still consider that a learning experience and still look for those opportunities whenever they come around.”

As a state senator, LaRose has written laws that protect the integrity of the ballot box, modernize voter registration and prevent voter fraud. He’s worked to cut burdensome regulations on small businesses and streamline communication between state government and small business owners. He has championed lower taxes for all Ohioans and cut

Darke County Commissioner Mike Stegall (L) and Ohio State Senator Frank LaRose (R) watch Greenville’s homecoming game. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

red tape so that free market enterprises can flourish and Ohio families can prosper.

“We’ll earn it,” LaRose said of the Secretary of State election, “and I’m proud to be here in Greenville. I always enjoy coming to Darke County.”

“I met LaRose two years ago when he came to Darke County for the Republican Lincoln Day Dinner,” noted Stegall. “He sat at my table and I got a chance to talk to him and I have watched him since then. We kept in contact because he has helped me with some things going through the senate.”

“He is really committed, he works hard and he has been in 86 of the 88 counties so far trying to get around and talk to everybody,” Stegall added.

“He’s a young guy and to me that is important because we need those young fresh go-getters – and he’s one of them.”

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State Route 721 between Childrens Home-Bradford Road and Horatio Harris Creek – This will be a bridge closure from Oct. 2-23. The official detour is: State Route 185 to State Route 48 to US 36.

State Route 722 between Emrick Road and US 127, from Oct. 9-30. The official detour is: State Route 726 to US 40 to US 127.

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LAUX –

Longtime Delta County resident Veteran Donald S. Laux passed away Saturday September 16, 2017 at his residence. He was 89 years of age.

Donald was born November 22, 1927 in Indiana to Louis and Veronica (Ellic) Laux. He attended school in Ohio, where he graduated from Palestine High School with the Class of 1945.

On April 25, 1970 Donald married Dorothy Toelle in Delta, Colorado. They celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary in April of this year.

Donald served his country in the U.S. Army and was a member at the Hotchkiss Elks Lodge, Delta Trap Club and Stengel’s Gun Club. He enjoyed farming, motorcycles, traveling and loved shooting his guns.

Mr. Laux is survived by his loving wife Dorothy Laux of Crawford, CO; three sons Donald D. Laux (Teresa) of Pueblo, CO; Daniel Laux (Joyce) of Paonia, CO; Arden Hasemann (Melissa) of Greeley,

CO; three daughters Victoria Wasson of Colorado Springs, CO; Judy Critchlow (Bryan) of Divide, CO; Denise Wadley of Crawford, CO; one brother Harold Laux of Greenville, OH; four Grandchildren and four Great Grandchildren.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and six brothers.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Taylor Funeral Service and Crematory.

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REX – Everette R. Rex, 75, of Arcanum, died Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2017, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

Burial is in Abbottsville Cemetery, Darke County.

BRUGGEMAN –

Gerald “Jerry” Bruggeman, 81, of Greenville, died Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017. A Celebration of Life memorial service was Friday, Sept. 22, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

HILL –

Richard E. “Dick” Hill, 90, of GreenVeteran ville, died Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. A celebration of Dick’s life was held Wednesday, Sept.

20, 2017, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

ELAM –

Virginia R. Elam, 85, of Greenville, died Sept. 17, 2017. A visitation will be held Saturday, Sept. 23, 2017 from 9-11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 7233 St. Rt. 121 N., Greenville, with a memorial service following.

Burial will follow at Stelvideo Cemetery.

MIKESELL – Billy Leon Mikesell, 86, of Hollansburg, died Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017. Private Graveside Funeral Services will be held at the convenience of the family in the Palestine Cemetery, Palestine. There will be no visitation.

STRYKER – Bonita “Bonnie” Stryker, 70, of Greenville, died Monday, September 18, 2017. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in Newcomer Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home.

SCHMIDT – Fredrick Schmidt, 71, of Arcanum, died Sept. 15, 2017. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m.–noon Saturday, Sept. 30 at Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St., Arcanum. A memorial service will be held at noon Saturday, at the funeral home.

Great activities planned at APL ARCANUM – Fall is here and the Arcanum Public Library is the place to be. Find a cookbook for a new pumpkin recipe, learn about your favorite football team, find ideas for fall crafts, read the latest best seller, and more. Patrons can send or receive a fax, use the computers, make copies, join a book club, and participate in programs.

This month, there are plenty of activities planned for all ages. Preschool StoryTime is on Tuesdays at 10 a.m. Join them for stories, songs,

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Come hang out with friends, play games, make a craft, and more. On Thursdays, kids in grades 5 and up can come to TNT from 2:45-4:15 p.m. for games, challenges, movies, crafts, and snacks.

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Pulmonary Rehab improves quality of life GREENVILLE – Weeks before he ever thought he would need a Pulmonary Rehabilitation program, Brethren Retirement Community’s ad for Inpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation caught the attention of Martin McClure because he first spotted the photo of his former neighbor, Jennifer Bailey, RN and then the photo of his Pulmonologist, Dr. Quadri. Having a history of breathing problems, he read the article with interest, thinking if he ever had a need for that service, he was glad to know there was help in his community.

Little did he know then that he would soon be participating in that program!

Martin said he clearly remembers the night he smoked a cigarette outside and then suddenly could not breathe. Terrified and gasping for breath, he ended up in the Emergency Room and was transferred to Good Samaritan Hospital where his Pulmonologist practiced.

As he improved, Dr. Quadri talked to him about Inpatient Pulmonary Rehabilitation so he could be closely monitored in a program that was designed to improve his quality of life and help return home quicker and healthier. Martin said he remembered the ad and immediately said he wanted to go to Brethren Retirement Community for his Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Dr Quadri agreed.

The inpatient pulmonary rehabilitation program at Brethren Retirement Community is individually tailored for patients with chronic lung disease or an illness that has affected breathing.

The overall goals are to strengthen lung functionality, improve activities of daily living, and improve quality of life while reducing symptoms and rehospitalization.

Martin said at first he was very apprehensive about going to a nursing home because he is much younger than most of the residents and he really did not know what to expect but the program at Brethren Retirement Community is under the direction of his Pulmonologist, Dr. Quadri, a Board Certified Pulmonologist, and has a Registered Respiratory Therapist and he knew he really needed the help to get better.

He said, “It’s been a great experience and while it’s not home, it’s close. Everyone here has been won-

Martin McClure is surrounded by a team helping him improve his quality of life.

derful! They are very, very nice and my room in great and very spacious and the meals are good!” He continued, “The therapists are really great and very protective of me, they monitor me very closely every step of the way. It’s comforting to know I have a respiratory therapist with me when I’m exercising who knows exactly how to help me improve my strength while improving my breathing.

Knowing they are closely monitoring me really makes me feel safe. The therapists are so caring and not just interested in me as a patient; it’s very obvious they really care about me, and all the people in therapy, as individuals on a personal level and they show it. I appreciate that.

“The Pulmonary Rehab program did something else for me; they put me on the nicotine patch so now I’m a non-smoker, that was a big step for me but it’s made a big difference in how I feel now and how I will live in the future.”

Joanne Crawford, Respiratory Therapist, said Martin worked hard in therapy and she worked with him on improving his breaths which enabled him to decrease the work of breathing and he was able to decrease his shortness of breath using diaphragmatic and pursed lip breathing. With help from Respiratory Therapy, Martin learned to control his breathing with any exertion including during his Activities of Daily Living. Martin was also educated about the various issues that can trigger his COPD. Additionally, he was educated on how smoking impacts his breathing and he decided to quit after a 40 year stent. The nicotine patch

was provided to him to help him succeed.

Sarah Birt, Occupational Therapy Assistant, said, “Martin worked hard and was very determined to reach the goals he set for himself. His stamina has improved along with his strength and endurance, things that were hard at first became much easier and he was a real pleasure to work with.”

Kim Werling, Physical Therapy Assistant said, “Marty has worked very hard during his therapy and has come a long way since he came to BRC. He has improved significantly with his walking and balance while maintaining improved O2 levels. Marty has been a pleasure to work with and is a great example of what happens when you work hard to reach your goals! Way to go Marty!!!

We wish him the best of luck!”

Martin has the comfort and security of knowing that Jennifer Bailey RN, our Nurse Navigator, has been following his progress every step of the way and will continue to monitor him for the first 30 days after he returns home to help him continue to improve and to prevent a re-hospitalization.

“I’m very glad I saw the article and ad in the newspaper and very glad Brethren Retirement Community offers this service. I’d recommend it to others with breathing problems. I really did not know what to expect but the therapists and nurses are very professional and really know their stuff.

They explain everything as they go and if you listen to them, do the exercises consistently, your life will improve. I know this was the best thing I could have done for myself.”

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The couple was married on October 3, 1957 at the United Methodist Church in New Madison with Frank Robinson ofďŹ ciating.

Kenny worked in the electronic industry, owing BCA, Inc. until his retirement in 2000. Janet provided babysitting services for numerous children over the years at her home.

The Bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have 4 children, Terri & Bruce Mikesell of New Madison, Cindi Delk of Grove City, Lori & Dan Lucas of Eaton, and Lyle & Lyn Baker of Greenville, 19 grandchildren & spouses and 10 great grandchildren.

You are invited to join them in celebrating this milestone at an Open House to be held in their honor on Oct. 1, from 2-4 p.m. at Beechwood Golf Course, Arcanum. Please gift them only with the honor of your presence.

GHS Class of 1955 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The GHS Class of 1955 will hold its monthly luncheon on Sept. 28, noon, at the El Camino Real, on Wagner Ave., Greenville.

For more information, contact Georgeanna at 548-2456.

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville High School Class of 1959 will have a luncheon on Sept. 28, noon, at The Bistro Off Broadway, in Greenville.

For reservations, call or email before Sept. 27; linwood2011@roadrunner. com, (937) 548-5233.

If you would like to give to the Friends of Harmon Field Project you may donate at the luncheon.

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Robert and Naomi Rank â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1957

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Damien Shappie

CINCINNATI â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ben and Kara (Hemmelgarn) Shappie are proud to announce the birth of their son Damien David Shappie.

Weighing in at 8 lbs. 8 oz. and measuring 20.5 inches, Damien was born on Sept. 8 at Bethesda North Hospital in Cincinnati and welcomed home by his parents, big brother Blake, 3 1/2, and big sister Stella, 2.

Grandparents are Dave and Deb Hemmelgarn of North Star, and Janice and the late Scott Shappie and John Kaeck of Piqua.

The Exchange at Ansonia UMC ANSONIA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Have you ever had questions about the challenges of life â&#x20AC;&#x201C; how to deal with racism or what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like to forgive and be forgiven? Adults 16 and older are invited to take part in a chance to talk about topics that affect our everyday life each Wednesday night starting Sept.

27 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Ansonia United Methodist Church, 200 W. High St. Guided by a video presentation, The Exchange is an opportunity to have conversation with others in a relaxed but emotionally rich time open to all ideas and viewpoints. Come join the experience.

Robert and Naomi Rank - present

Rankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 60th anniversary

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Robert Rank and Naomi Rhoades were married June 29, 1957 by Rev. Robert and Helen Dilbert at Nashville EUB parsonage. Clyde and Jane Stump were best man and maid of honor.

The couple celebrated this milestone this past summer.

BLESSED EVENT COLDWATER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gregg and Maria Homan (Goubeaux) of Coldwater are proud to announce the arrival of their third child, a daughter, Ivanka Jane.

Ivanka was born Sept. 5 at Wilson Hospital in Sidney.

She weighed 6lbs, 13oz and was 19-inches long. She is welcomed home by brother Xavier, who is four and sister, Hazel who is two.

Paternal grandparents are Eugene and Mary Jane Homan of New Bremen.

Maternal grandparents are Robert and Doris Goubeaux of Versailles. Great grandparents are the late Frank and Edna Homan, Wilma and the late Lawrence Link, the late Harold and Rose Mary Homan, and Virginia and the late Ambrose Goubeaux.

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The early followers of Jesus understood this, and they were committed to doing life together and working out their faith in community. This can be found in Acts 2: â&#x20AC;&#x153;And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their home, they received their food with glad and generous hearts.

And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.â&#x20AC;?

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Family Fun Day is Sept. 25 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Family Fun Day is a free day for children. There will be an obstacle course, games and free hotdogs for children. Family Fun Day is Sept. 25 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 202 W. 4th St., Greenville.

process of being formed into the image of Jesus, the goal of our faith, takes place in the midst of our relationship with others, not apart from them.

Join Greenville EUM on Saturday, Oct. 14 for the churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Engage Conference 2017: Day-byDay, as they explore what life can look like when a community of people

willingly engages in this journey of faith with one another. The conference takes place from 9 a.m.â&#x20AC;&#x201C;3 p.m. at the EUM Downtown Campus, 111 Devor St., Greenville. The cost is $30 and registration is available at www.eumchurch.org.

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Bob and Dianne - 1957

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They started a family and moved to several different states while Bob worked his way up in the

Neisner Company, which led him to Greenville to open the new Big N store.

They have four children, 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

The family would like to invite friends and family to an open house to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. The open house will be held at St. Clair Manor, 224 E. 3rd St., Greenville, on Sept. 30, 7-11 p.m.

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-------------------------------------BAPTIST -------------------------------------Favorite Hill Baptist Church 1601 South Street, Piqua, 773-6469 First Baptist Church 7233 Ohio 121-North, Greenville 548-7616 Faith Baptist Church 740 E Russ Rd., Greenville, 548-1808 Greenville Baptist Temple 4689 Childrens Home Bradford Rd., 548-7283 Union City First Baptist Church 225 S. First St., Union City, OH 937-968-6163 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

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-------------------------------------METHODIST-UNITED -------------------------------------Abbottsville United Methodist Church 3145 St. Rt. 49, Arcanum Ansonia United Methodist Church Corner of Pearl and High St., Ansonia 337-5781 EUM Church 1451 Sater Street, Greenville, OH 45331 Faith United Methodist Church 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 937-8845129 Ithaca Grace United Methodist 750 Arcanum-Ithaca Rd 678-9062

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Homecoming set at Woodington Church GREENVILLE – The Woodington Congregational Christian Church will have a Rally Day and Homecoming on Oct. 1, 9:30 a.m. The Hatfield Family will have the whole service.

Travis and Sarah Hatfield live near Arcanum with their five children and have been in the singing ministry together for 13 years. They feel that it is important to give their children an early start in music and include them in

their singing. The children love to sing and enjoy sharing about Jesus through their songs. It is their family’s goal to praise and glorify God while encouraging others to follow Him. The church is located at approximately five miles north of Greenville, 8978 State Route 49 N., Woodington. They will have a carry-in dinner after the service; all are welcome.

Pastor Jim Fulton and congregation invite all.

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Ball Family coming to Beamsville church GREENVILLE – Herbert Ball, with children Nelson Ball and Peggy Ball-Arnold, formed The Ball Family Gospel Singing Group in the late sixties.

Since founding their Southern Gospel Group over 40 years ago, The Ball Family has remained true to their commitment to make a difference.

Through a compelling combination of harmonious vocals and outstanding musical accompaniment, this family group has been able to reach out to people challenging them to accept the Lord and make a change in their hearts and lives.

Since the first appearance, The Ball Family has shared their inspiring music ministry at auditoriums, camp meetings, prisons, and churches throughout the country. They have shared the stage with such groups as the Gaithers, Dixie Melody Boys, Greenes, Palmetto State Quartet, Statesmen Quartet, Speer Family, Dixie Echoes, Squire Parsons, J.D. Sumner and the

Tower Youth kick-off set

PITSBURG – Tower Youth will hold a kick-off party at Pitsburg Church of the Brethren on Sept.

27, 6-8 p.m. Children and youth are welcome. A meal and beverage will be complimentary.

They will have an inflatable obstacle course, volleyball, music, and other games.

The guest speaker will be Judge Julie Monnin.

They invite you to be a part of their family to learn, to live, to grow, and to care for one another. Their goal is to work together and strive to be more Christlike.

Stamps, The Blackwood Brothers and appeared on Barbara Fairchild’s Sunday Morning Program in Branson, Mo. Today, The Ball Family is made up of seven talented singers and musicians who have come together to create an unmistakable sound and share a life changing message.

Sarina Labig Ball wife of Nelson Ball, is a Darke County Native. The Ball Family will be appearing at the Beamsville Christian Church at 6 p.m. on Oct. 1.

The church is located north of Greenville at US Route 127 and Beamsville Union City Road. Come and join in on the wonderful music and fellowship.

Soup Supper at Stelvideo

GREENVILLE – Stelvideo Christian Church will host a Soup Supper on Oct. 7, 5-7 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

The menu will include several different soups, sandwiches, pies, punch and coffee. The cost is by donation.

Gordon UM Homecoming ARCANUM – The Gordon UM Church, located just south of SR 722 in Gordon, will be celebrating its 182nd Homecoming on Sunday, Oct. 1. They invite anyone who at one time attended the church to join them for a Sunday morning service followed by a lunch provided by the ladies of the church. New folks are welcome, too.

Lead Pastor Travis Qualls will be presenting the message. Everyone is invited.

Bear’s Mill ready for Fall Open House GREENVILLE – Fall is a special time at Bear’s Mill and the peak will be the Fall Open House on Oct. 7 & 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. each day.

Bean soup and cornbread, apple dumplings and candies will be available for donations. The usual popular pumpkins and gourds will be for sale, as well as Bear’s Mill’s stone-ground flour and cornmeal, pottery, art, culinary and boutique items.

New this year is a visit from Bruckner Nature Center animals scheduled at 1 p.m. on Saturday. On

Sunday, Joe Waters & Father will play the blues live at 1 p.m. They will also have a silent auction throughout the weekend, closing at 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Many volunteers have stepped up to help. The Friends of Bear’s Mill is so appreciative to them and the following sponsors: Miami Valley Vending, Eikenberry’s, and Rudnick and Hosek Law Office.

Fall Clean Up for Greenville residents GREENVILLE – Rumpke Waste Incorporated will provide Fall Clean Up for the residents of the City of Greenville during their scheduled pick up day of the week of Oct. 16-20.

(This is for large items only – no bags.)

The following items will be accepted for removal (limit of 5 large items): push type lawn mower (60lb limit), refrigerator with Freon removed by a technician, water heater, stove, washer, dryer, bed springs or mattress, furniture, lawn furniture, bi-

cycles, television, stereo equipment, microwave ovens, computer monitors, carpet cut and tied in no more than four-foot lengths, construction debris tied in no more than four-foot lengths, and branches bundled and tied in no more than 4x2-foot lengths (must have a yard waste sticker attached).

The following items will not be accepted for removal: 50-65 gallon drums, fence roll, hazardous waste, liquids, asbestos, gas propane bottles, tires and yard waste without stickers.

Run for the Rails registration deadline BRADFORD – The Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum will be hosting its sixth annual “Run for the Rails” 5K run/walk on Saturday, Oct. 14. All activities will be held at the Bradford Church of the Brethren “Refinery Coffee House” located at the corner of Miami Avenue and Oakwood Street in Bradford.

There will be a free kids 1/2-mile fun run at 8:30 a.m. with same day registration and medal awards for all participants.

The 5K event will start at 9 a.m. rain or shine/no refunds. Same day registration will be from 7:30-8:15 a.m. Register on line at

www.speedy-feet.com and visit them at www.bradfordrrmuseum.org or call 937-570-6142 for more information.

The pre-registration deadline is Sept. 27, with a $20 entry fee that includes an event t-shirt and a $15 fee with no t-shirt after Sept. 27.

There will be top three male/female award winners in 14 divisions, top male/ female and team overall awards. Also free breakfast, refreshments, and great door prizes following the event.

All proceeds will benefit the museum capital improvement fund.

Smith will speak at Sept. 28 FOA meeting GREENVILLE – Shelly Smith A.S. CDCA a former intervention specialist at the Talbert House and now motivational speaker will be speaking at Families of Addicts (FOA) weekly meeting at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 131 East 4th St., Greenville. Anyone is welcome. Come with questions, comments or just to listen as she shares her story.

FOA meetings are held every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

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through the 3 E’s; educate, empower and embrace.

Through weekly meetings in various Ohio counties, navigation, one-on-one phone support and outreach opportunities, FOA is a sought after and respected resource in the Miami Valley. FOA is unique because we provide support for the entire family and advocate for individuals to find their face and voice, which is key to eliminating the stigma associated with addiction.

For more information contact FOA’s Darke County director, Heather Lawson, 937-478-2968.

UCOPD continue investigation into last weekend’s stabbing UNION CITY, Ohio – The Union City Ohio Police Department are investigating a Sunday morning stabbing that left a 31-year-old man in critical condition.

Just before 8 a.m., emergency personnel responded to the area of Peppermint St. and First St. after reports of the victim, Jeremy Clarkson, of Union City, suffered from multiple stab wounds.

The incident reportedly resulted from an altercation

between Clarkson and a 27year-old male subject. He was flown by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital. As of Sept. 20 he was last listed in serious condition.

Police Chief Mark Ater stated that his department is continuing to investigate this incident and not charges have yet been filed.

For more information, contact Chief Ater at mater@ucopd.com or 937-9687744.

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Artwork of married couples at Bear’s Mill GREENVILLE - The upcoming “Art at the Mill” exhibit which opens Friday, Sept. 29 at historic Bear’s Mill will feature the work of two married couples whose unique artistic output will fill the Clark Gallery through Oct. 22.

Springfield residents Tom Heaphy and Vicki Rulli, working cooperatively, print their photographs on wood panels and other surfaces selected to enhance the images pictured, while potter Bill Hunt and rustic furniture-maker Liz Hunt individually produce functional and decorative pieces that fulfill their creative impulses.

An opening night reception from 6-8 p.m. will of-

This is one of the pieces of artwork that could be on display at Bear’s Mill.

fer finger food and drinks as well as brief talks by the artists who will share information about their work, methods, and inspiration at 7 p.m. “Art at the Mill,”

curated by Jan Roestamadji and Julie Clark, is free and open to the public.

According to Marti Goetz, executive director of Friends of Bear’s Mill, much of the work of these artists can be described as both rustic and contemporary. “Liz Hunt collaborates with nature as she interacts with willow, walnut, wild cherry, and oak to create one-of-a-kind pieces, and Bill Hunt combines basic function with ethereal aesthetics in his diverse and lovely ceramic pieces,” Ms. Goetz explained. “The photographs of Tom Heaphy and Vicki Rulli capture the physical beauty surrounding us, inducing various responses

depending not only upon the pictured scene but also the reaction felt by the viewer,” she concluded.

“Art at the Mill” continues at Bear’s Mill’s Clark Gallery through December, with a new exhibit opening on the Final Friday of each month. “Art at the Mill” receives funding from Darke County Endowment for the Arts. Historic Bear’s Mill is owned and operated by Friends of Bear’s Mill, a non-profit organization, and is located at 6450 Arcanum-Bear’s Mill Road about 5 miles east of Greenville. For more information, contact Bear’s Mill at 937-548-5112 or www. bearsmill.org.

OFRW gives state award to Cindy Pike COLUMBUS – The Ohio Federation of Republican Women (OFRW) recently honored Cindy Pike at its Biennial Tribute to Women event. Pike is a member of the Darke County Republican Women’s Club (DCRWC) that nominated her for the recognition. Carrie Almond, president of the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW) was present to assist in honoring Pike.

“The women honored by the OFRW are outstanding examples of Republicanism in the OFRW and their local communities,” said OFRW President Lyn Bliss. “The Tribute to Women event honors unit club members who have given their time and talent to promote Republican candidates and values. In addition to supporting the election of excellent candidates - criteria for being honored may include things such as serving in government offices, accomplishing meaningful results in professional life, successfully rearing families and volunteering in civic and/or church organizations.”

Pike has served as the Darke County clerk of courts since 1996. She is a stalwart within the DCRWC, having held many offices over the years. She served as Darke County Republican Party chair from 2005 to 2013. She has been a Darke County Republican Central Committee member since 1996, including chairing

committees and holding the offices of secretary and president. She has been on the Darke County Republican Executive Committee since 1996.

She has chaired campaign committees and helped raise funds for various candidates since 1984.

She has chaired the county Lincoln Day Dinner, organized the first annual Darke County GOP Golf Scramble in 1997, and turned in record-setting call and doorto-door efforts on Super Saturday in 2006. She volunteered with the George W. Bush campaign, and on election night at the Darke County Board of Elections.

She has promoted Republican candidates and positions on issues and levies for more than 30 years.

Other volunteer activities include the Red Cross Board, Boys and Girls Club of Greenville Board, Paralegal Advisory Board for Edison Community College, and the Ohio Clerks of Court Association. She organized a volunteer group to support the Darke County Park District, served on its Board of Trustees, and formed an endowment program to support park-related needs.

Pike has also been active in the Greenville Business and Professional Women, the Greater Dayton Paralegal Association, and the Ohio Advisory Board for the American Institute of Paralegal Studies.

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Organizations share in SUNShine 5k proceeds

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

Karyl Woolery was presented a Certificate of Excellence for her work as a Silver Sneakers instructor at the YMCA of Darke County. Sam Casalano, YMCA CEO, spoke about Karyl’s dedication to Y members and her caring personality.

Silver Sneakers instructor honored DARKE COUNTY – The YMCA of Darke County has been this area’s leader in health and wellness for many years. Karyl Woolery, one of the Y’s certified Silver Sneakers specialists, has recently been chosen by her class participants and Tivity Health to be recognized with a Certificate of Excellence for the Instructor Spotlight of the Quarter. With this national recognition, she joins other winning instructors from Florida and Arizona in the running for Silver Sneakers Instructor of the Year.

The Y offers the Silver Sneakers program for senior citizens, which brings many people into the Y where they can take group exercise classes that are geared to work on balance, strength, mobility and cardiovascular health. They also are encouraged by the camaraderie of other members who have similar wellness goals for continuing health and independence.

The Y recently hosted a special luncheon event to recognize Karyl’s achievement. This event coincided with the monthly carry-in lunch the Silver Sneakers have each month.

“The YMCA of Darke County appreciates all that Karyl does for our Silver Sneakers members every day. We would like to join

Tivity Health in honoring and recognizing her for a job well done,” said Sam Casalano, YMCA CEO. “Besides Karyl’s skills as an instructor, her genuine spirit, her magic smile, and her caring personality demonstrate the Y’s core values as she works with our members each day,” he added.

Karyl has been a Silver Sneaker instructor at the Y since 2006. “I love my job, it is so rewarding! I hear testimonials from members every day about how these classes have changed their lives,” she says.

She added that she sees participants in her classes typically improve their balance and flexibility, and also often see a lowering of their cholesterol and blood pressure. She also works with many seniors who have had knee, hip or shoulder replacements done.

“Their doctors comment on how fast their recovery is because of doing the Silver Sneakers classes prior to surgery,” she said.

For more information on the YMCA’s programs, stop by any time for a tour.

The Y has two locations in Darke County ready to serve members- in Greenville at 301 Wagner Avenue and in Versailles at 10242 Versailles-Southeastern Road.

GREENVILLE – Nearly 500 participants helped five local non-profit organizations during the Darke County Foundation’s annual SUNShine 5K on Sept. 16. Through the participants, lead sponsors Premier Health and Reid Health, and major sponsors Wayne HealthCare, The Early Bird/Bluebag Media, Greenville Memorial VFW Post 7262 and Ray and Betty Laughlin, the organizations will share in approximately $15,000 that was raised.

“The SUNShine 5K generated a lot of energy this year with upbeat music, inspired runners and walkers, and motivated nonprofit groups that received proceeds by recruiting participants for their team,” said Christy Prakel, executive director of the Darke County Foundation. “Each year this event showcases the enthusiasm and wellbeing of our community

in the beautiful setting of Greenville City Park.”

This year’s organizations benefitting from the SUNShine 5k included Brethren Retirement Community for their Senior Fitness Program, Cancer Association of Darke County, DAR’s Fort GreeneVille Chapter, DeColores Montessori School, St. Mary’s Catholic School and Team AddieGirl for Dayton Children’s Hospital. These organizations were encouraged to recruit participants and received funds for each participant designating their organization.

According to Prakel, 470 people registered for the event and 362 people crossed the finish line.

She explained some of the participants did a portion of the course and did not cross the finish line. The event featured a variety of supporters. Some were dedicated runners while others chose to walk the course, including many senior citizens, who wanted to support one of the bene-

Scoop, The Early Bird/Bluebag Media mascot, starts the race to get approximately 400 runners and walkers on the SUNShine 5k course.

ficiary organizations. They also had approximately 25 kids who ran the free fun run. Prakel pointed out well over 400 people were on the course.

Prakel was emphatic that race sponsors were integral to making this event a success. She explained sponsors made it possible to offer long-sleeve drifit T-shirts (in Ohio State colors), as well as an abundance of homemade cook-

Students needed for Big Buddies program GREENVILLE – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County is excited to announce their 18th year of programming for their after-school “Big

Buddies” mentorship program. Fun and energetic high school students are needed for the 2017-2018 school year to mentor local elementary students. This

Floating for Colors with Darke Co. Parks GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks is going to try for one more float for the 2017 season. On Oct. 6, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. join them for a relaxing autumn paddle. After meeting at the Nature Center, participants will carpool to Lake Loramie State Park.

Once there, everyone will enjoy a picnic lunch then launch the boats for an afternoon on the lake! Depending on the afternoon, the group may choose to paddle among the islands or choose a more secluded route through the channels searching for the best fall colors. Be sure to dress for the weather in quick drying, synthetic clothing, bring water, bring a

packed lunch, and sunglasses with a strap. Due to the cooler air and water temperatures of this float, it is more suited for those with some experience.

Paddling outings are weather dependent, and adjustments may be necessary due to conditions.

All equipment is provided. Parks’ staff members are certified canoe and kayak instructors. Call to reserve a kayak or canoe, and there will be a $5 fee for the program.

For more information about this or any of the other exciting program or to register for the outing, please call the Nature Center at (937) 548-0165 or email info@darkecountyparks.org.

is a wonderful opportunity for high school students to give back to their community, receive service hours toward graduation requirements, and make a difference in the life of a child.

Big Buddies is a ninemonth commitment where high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors volunteer two times per month to mentor elementary students. During these meetings, high school students, under the supervision of Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, work with one or two children on different educational and recreational activities. This year’s program will focus on ecological awareness and earth-friendly practices. The program will also promote social and emotional development through various activities.

High school mentoring programs have become a widespread component of many nationally affiliated Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies. Studies prove that children who spend time with a positive role model are more likely to become healthy, produc-

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ies, watermelon, bananas, chocolate milk, orange juice, lemonade, water, coffee from The Coffee Pot, and substantial goodies in the participant bags.

They also gave away 30 door prizes worth approximately $1,000.

A highlight of the event was the playing of the national anthem on harmonica by 96-year-old Dr. Jesse Heise of Brethren Retirement Community.

tive adults. Big Brothers Big Sisters has a vision for all children to achieve success in life. Their mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally-supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. By partnering with parents, guardians, volunteers, and others in the community; BBBS is held accountable for each child in their program achieving higher aspirations, greater confidence, better relationships, avoidance of risky behaviors, and educational success. The Big Buddies program has proven beneficial not only for the “Littles”, but for high school volunteers as well.

If you or someone you know would like to become a Big Buddy and make a difference in the life of a child, please contact Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County at (937) 492-7611 or go to www. bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke. org for more information.

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CADC Annie Oakley Golf Tourney results The Beers of Autumn GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Results are in from the 36th annual Annie Oakley Golf Tournament held at Turtle Creek Golf Course. Ninety-two golfers teed off in the annual event.

The winners in the Low Gross Division were Jack Sloat, John Hershey, Dave Connelly, and Steve LitchďŹ eld.

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The Low Gross Score Division winner was the team The team of Jack Born, Terry Martin, Rodney Oda from Edward Jones - Jack Sloat, John Hershey, Dave and Randy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dell were winners in the Low Net Score Connelly and Steve LitchďŹ eld Division.

Second place in the Low Net were Ed Curry, Gary Lloyd, Dick Wright and John Westfall.

Third Place Low Net Team was Ben Studabaker, Dan Studabaker, Gavin Glasscoe, and Darren Leis.

The annual tournament banquet was held at Turtle Creek Golf Course where golfers and their guests were served a delicious meal with special prizes awarded. The emcee of the event was Jack Sloat and the proceeds from

the tournament, $16,000, was presented to the local and independent Cancer Association of Darke County. The association provides beneďŹ ts to cancer patients in Darke County who are battling cancer.

Edison State welcomes new deans PIQUA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Following an extensive search, Edison State Community College is pleased to welcome Dr. Paul Heintz, Jr. as Dean of Arts and Sciences and Dr. Tony Human as Dean of Professional and Technical Programs to the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic leadership team.

The Edison State Community College Board of Trustees made the announcement during the June board meeting, and the two ofďŹ cially began as Deans in July 2017.

Dr. Heintz, who most recently served as Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs, ďŹ rst experienced Edison State as a student.

Since then, Heintz has spent 16 years sharing his

Dr. Paul Heintz, Jr. and Dr. Tony Human join Edison State Community Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic leadership team as deans.

passion for knowledge as an instructor and professor of psychology to students at Wright State University, Wittenberg University, and Edison State Community College where he has taught since 2005. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Edison State has always been tightly woven into the

fabric of our community,â&#x20AC;? said Heintz. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The overall health of our institution depends on the interconnection of stakeholders, students, faculty, and administration. My evolution from a non-traditional Edison State student, to instructor, professor, and Interim Vice President, allows me to clearly grasp the many facets of life at Edison State.â&#x20AC;?

Dr. Human will join Edison Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic leadership team with a comprehensive skill set garnered during a 20-year career with the United States Air Force (USAF). Most recently serving as Director of Contingency Operations for the USAF, Human taught local Combat Training Les-

sons and instructed online certiďŹ cation courses, while managing the creation of a forward operating base simulator mock-up.

Human also spent time as a Dean of Faculty, Dean of Students, Dean of Administration, and Professor of Construction for the USAF. In this role, Human was responsible for directing student administrative activities, leading the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administrative activities, developing curriculum, and conducting validation and teaching over 800 students.

Human is relocating to the area from the Atlus Air Force Base in Oklahoma with his wife Terri and teenage sons Garrett and Austin.

Bikers brave weather to support hospice GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Treaty City Motorcycle Club and State of the Heart Care joined forces for a hospice beneďŹ t run on July 22 to raise funds for veteran care for State of the Heart patients. Regardless of the sticky weather and high chances of rain, 115 riders showed up and rode through Winchester, Greenville, Maria Stein, and North Star to support the cause.

Throughout the day, vendors set up booths for a ďŹ&#x201A;ea market on TCMCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s property and concessions were served inside the clubhouse. After the riders returned, an after party began with Renegade

rocking out the stage and pulled pork dinners being served all night.

State of the Heart Care sends a heartfelt thanks to the American Legion who performed the ďŹ&#x201A;ag ceremony at the beginning of the event and for John Strawser who paid special tribute to our veterans in a ceremony. The event hosted 17 veterans who came out to ride, including an active duty ofďŹ cer who traveled from Virginia to support our veterans and subsequently won the trophy for farthest traveled. The trophy for the oldest rider was awarded to

Denver Harter, 84.

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; When the leaves start changing colors, craft beer drinkers trade in the light beers of summer for something better suited to autumnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crisp evenings. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an Oktoberfest lager that shines in the gentle September sunlight, or a spiced ale the color of October leaves, fall beers can be both comforting and audacious, and are a great way to greet the season.

On Oct. 5 and Nov. 9, at 6:30 p.m. each night, the Greenville Public Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Craft Beer Education Series will discuss the various traditions behind the beers of autumn. The Craft Beer Education Series is lead by CertiďŹ ed Cicerone David Nilsen who will guide attendees through a tasting of ďŹ ve beer styles, explaining the history and unique ingredients and brewing processes of each.

Craft Beer Education Series classes are free, but seats are limited and registration is required. Please call the Library at 937-5483915 to reserve your seat.

2017 GTS fair shuttle is a huge success GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The City of Greenville and Greenville Transit System again offered Greenville residents the Darke County Fair park & ride shuttle service. The word is ďŹ nally getting out that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to ďŹ ght the fair trafďŹ c, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to pay to park or walk a long distance, but instead you can park at the Greenville Municipal building or the Darke County OfďŹ ces on Wagner Avenue and be dropped off at gate #3 for $1 a person.

GTS provided 1,457 rides safely to and from the 2017 fair. This is an increase of 15 percent over last year. GTS provides wheelchair accessible vehicles and is a public transportation service open

to the public. MV Transportation, Inc. provides the day-to-day operations.

The drivers and staff did a fantastic job and the city and MV received many compliments on the service. This service has been provided since 2003 and has continued to grow each year.

GTS thanks Greenville City Council and the city administration for supporting public transportation in our community.

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Ladybugs begin annual wreath sale GREENVILLE – The Ladybug Garden Club and Butterflies Junior Garden Club have kicked off their annual Live Wreath Sale of fresh mixed wreaths, traditional door swags, roping and mixed bunches to decorate for the holidays.

Each wreath is constructed of fresh Noble Fir, accented with Incense Cedar, Blue Berried Juniper and Ponderosa Pine Cones. The wreaths are available in 20”, 24”, 28”, 32”, and 42” diameters.

The roping is of white pine. The mixed bunches have Noble Fir, Princess Pine, Blue Berried Juniper and Incense Cedar. The traditional door swags are attractive with a combination of Western Red Cedar, Princess Pine, and Ponderosa Pine Cones. The 24inch wreath is ideal for a front door or fireplace and sells for $25. A red velvet, red-plaid wired or natural colored bow can be added for an additional $5.

Orders can be placed with members of the But-

Shown are committee members Kim Cromwell and Lisa Marcum.

terflies Junior Garden Club and the Ladybug Gar-

den Club or by calling Kim Cromwell at 547-0899.

Flu vaccines given at Family Health GREENVILLE – Family Health has announced its flu vaccine schedule for Family Health patients.

Flu vaccines will be given at the Greenville campus on Oct. 6, 8:30-4 p.m.; Oct. 11, 8 a.m. to noon; Oct. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please enter at the main entrance.

The Arcanum campus will give vaccines on Oct. 24, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Patients in New Madison can be vaccinated on Oct. 18, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Versailles patients can receive the flu vaccine on Oct. 17, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Your insurance may be

billed or you can pay the $28 at the time of the service.

These dates and times are for adults, 19 and older.

Children under 19 years of age need to be scheduled with your Family Health healthcare provider.

Fall Genealogy Workshop set GREENVILLE – The Darke County Genealogical Society’s Fall Genealogy Workshop, featuring speaker Dana Ann Palmer will be Saturday, Oct 21, 2017 at Garst Museum, 205 N. Broadway, Greenville.

Doors will be open at 8:30 a.m. There will be four ses-

sions: 1. Ship Passenger Lists 2. Naturalization Records 3. Finding your German Ancestor’s Place of Origin 4. Locating Newspapers using Chronicling America.

Pack your own lunch; drinks and dessert are furnished.

Pre-registration before Oct 11 is $15 and reg-

istration at the door will be $20. Make check payable to Darke County Genealogical Society and mail to Brenda Arnett, 6745 Dull Road, Arcanum, OH 45304. For more information, email office. manager@garstmuseum. org or call 937-692-6511.

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Tri-Village holds annual cheer event NEW MADISON – The Tri-Village Athletic boosters are announcing the winners of the 4th annual All American Cheer Championship.

The competition was held Sept. 27 at Tri-Village High School. This cheerleading competition was a showcase of talent in Darke County and the surrounding areas.

The theme for this year was Cheer – the game, Work – the crowd, Build – the Spirit.

Three different age groups were separated into Pee-wee youth, Jr. High and High school divisions along with the newly added Individual division. Each cheer squad could choose to compete in divisions of cheer/dance or dance only.

There were 28 performances by 275 cheerleaders who were led by 29 coaches.

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The gymnasium was filled with over 690 spectators and fans cheering on all these fine young ladies. It was a great day of cheerleading.

The results were in the Pee-Wee Youth division of cheer: First place Tri-Village Youth Varsity, second place Arcanum, and third place Greenville Youth Varsity In the Pee-Wee Dance Division: First place Bradford Youth Varsity.

The Jr. High Cheer Division: First place was TriVillage Jr. High, 2nd place

Arcanum Jr. High, 3rd place Ansonia, 4th place Greenville Jr. High and 5th place National Trail.

Jr. High Dance: First place Mississinawa Jr. High, 2nd place Franklin-Monroe and 3rd place Covington.

The High School Small Varsity Cheer: First place Tri-Village High School, 2nd place tie between Ansonia High School and Covington High School.

Large Varsity Cheer: First place Greenville, 2nd place Arcanum, 3rd place Covington Local School.

Diaper Derby and Pumpkin City Run BRADFORD – The Bradford Pumpkin Show’s Pumpkin Diaper Derby & Pumpkin City Run will take place at the north end area of the festival (corner of Oakwood St. and Miami Ave.) on Tuesday, Oct. 10, at 5:30 p.m.

There will be a $5 entry fee for each event.

The Diaper Derby is for crawling babies only.

Babies will be required to crawl across a carpeted race course while coaxed by a parent at the finish line. Races will run in heats. Heat winners will advance to finals. Walkers

will be disqualified.

The Pumpkin City Run is for walking babies up to 4 years of age as of their birth date of 2017. There will be divisions, with heats in each division, and heat winners advancing to finals if need be.

Registration will be held starting at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the north end area. There is no preregistration.

For information on this event, contact Deb Wirrig at (937) 417-0045 or Brenda Selanders at (937) 570-8511; www.bradfordpumpkinshow.com.

Varsity Dance Division: First place Mississinawa Valley High School, 2nd place Arcanum, 3rd place Covington.

A spirit award was awarded to one squad per each division.

The winners were Greenville Youth Pee-Wee, Ansonia Jr. High and Arcanum High School.

This event could not have been possible without the countless volunteers of Tri-Village. Thank you to the administrators, Tony Thomas and Bill Moore, John Wise, John Beard, Christy Sarver, Judy Webber, Kim Chowning, Sheryll Hedger, Shellie Francis, Shawn Thomas, Mattie Burns, Karen Reier, Chris Pearson, Joanie Hollinger, Danielle Ary, Addie Overfield, Jess Kossler, Tiffany

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Send resume to: 6630 Westfall Rd, Greenville, OH 45331 WANTED TO BUY Am. Made guitars, 60s racing go karts & dune buggies. 937-621-4813 Cars/Trucks, running or not UP TO $500. Free pick-up. 937-423-2703 or 937-621-5809 BUYING OLD GUITARS, Banjos, Mandolins & Amplifiers. ALSO buying Flutes, Saxophones, Trombones, Trumpets in good condition, Yamaha, Selmer, King, Conn. Bring them to Bach to Rock Music, 334 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH for an offer. 937-547-1970, email: bachtorock@ earthlink.net Local buyer paying cash for antiques. Arcanum, Greenville, Darke Co & Darke Co Fair items & any other collectibles.

No furniture bigger than a washstand. 692-8050 WANTED Wanted: Used house trailers in good condition. Please call 937448-2974 AGRICULTURE WANTED TO RENT. Are you getting enough for your farm ground?

Call us today to see what we can do for you.

937-603-1365 (2) 30.5 L- 32 40% tread Good Year Dyna toruqe # 12 pie 937-423-4967/ 547-1767 LIVESTOCK If you liked the Belted Galloway Cattle exhibition at the Darke County Fair, you have the opportunity to buy premium registered stock from a breeder/owner.

Call Tiger Lily Farms (937) 448-6405.

FOR RENT Nice 2 bedroom house, ideal for older couple, $635 + deposit, pets negotiable. 937-4171527 Large 3 br home in Greenville. Bath up, bath dn. No pets.

References required. $625/mo + utilities. No garage. 937-548-7041 for appointment CAL-MAINE FOODS, INC. ROSSBURG & UNION CITY, OH

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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 the following weekend’s Early Bird, order blank with payment must be received in our office NO LATER THAN NOON THURSDAY!

Full time processing positions available in our Processing Department.

Processing Positions are responsible for candling and packaging eggs.

Very Competitive Pay Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance KSOP and 401(k) Apply in person: 3078 Washington Rd Rossburg, OH Or Call 937.337.9576 Office Hrs. 8 am-5:00 pm EEO/M/F/V/II

FOR RENT Storage for personal & business use. Penske Truck Rentals. Call Greenville Stor & Lock.

548-1075, 5328 Michelle St

NOW RENTING Surrey Lane Apartments. Call (937) 548-6977 TDD#: 7-1-1. Handicap Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”

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CONTRACT RATES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST BUSINESS LINE ADS $1.85/line, $7.40 min.

IN MEMORIAM, CARD OF THANKS 45¢ word “Homeowner” ads are $1.85/line, $7.40 minimum Use the handy order blank appearing on this page.

COMMERCIAL SPACE for rent. Great location on E Main St, high visibility. For more details 548-5264 1 room upstairs apt. No Pets, Smoking or Metro. All utilities included. $400/mo, deposit required. 937-417-3140 104 E Main, Greenville.

Large 3 BR apartment, ground floor, no lawn.

No pets. $600/mo. 4679347

FOR RENT Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937316-8489. Equal Housing Opportunity

Spacious clean apt close to Wayne Hospital. All appliances included. Plenty of privacy. Off-street parking. No Pets, Smoking or Metro. Low utilities.

937-548-7339

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12-$13.00 an hour offering benefits & employee discounts

Call Us Today 937-316-3782

HELP WANTED

PART-TIME MOWER SERVICE CENTER Must have:

• Small Engine Repair Experience • Small Engine Shop Experience • Chainsaw, Weed Eater Experience • Parts Experience • Computer Background Apply In Person

ORME HARDWARE 210 S. Main St., Arcanum No Phone Calls

General Associate Production Positions 2nd or 3rd shift Greenville Technology Inc., a plastic injection molding company serving the automotive industry, is interested in highly motivated and dependable individuals for production positions in our climate controlled Greenville, Ohio manufacturing facility.

Open positions are in Injection, Assembly and Paint Departments on 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Skills/Requirements: Hand and tool-assisted assembly Inspection, sanding and buffing of painted parts Machine operation High regard for quality Willingness to work overtime Team-oriented Proven work record Rate: $13.50 starting pay per hour. $16.08 per hour after one year of service.

Great Opportunities for growth within company Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 4011k Attendance and profit sharing bonuses Light Manufacturing Environment, Uniforms Provided Please send resume to: Greenville Technology, Inc. PO Box 974 Greenville, Ohio 45331 Or hr_employment@gtioh.com ***Open Interviews on Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00PM at 5755 State Route 571 E. Greenville, Ohio 45331***

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Arcanum, 114 E 2nd St. 1/2 brick double, 2 BR, living room, kitchen, bath, laundry room. All appliances furnished.

No Pets. No Metro. $695. 692-5798 1 BR upstairs apt. No Pets, Smoking or Metro.

All utilities included. $500/mo, deposit required. 937-417-3140 Townhouse apartment, 3 miles South of Greenville on St Rt 121. Two bedroom, 1.5 bath, 1.5 car attached garage.

Enjoy country view from your private balcony. No Pets. $590 rent & deposit. 937-548-8613 Union City Mobile Home Park Now Under New Management for affordable housing. Call 937630-0076 Nice 3 BR ranch style house, Greenville north end. No Pets. $650.

447-7845 Very nice 1br apt in Gville Park. Fridge, stove, w/d hookup, no pets/smoking, $380/mo.

548-5053 4 bedroom, 2 bath, gar, 127 Oxford Dr, Greenville. $700+deposit.

937-459-7377 Upstairs efficiency apt. includes stove, frig & utilities. No Pets! $450/ mo + deposit. Leave message, 937-5470536 Arcanum: 3 bedroom, one bath, unfinished basement, central air, non-smoking, no pets.

Available October 1st. $550. Call 937-4231100 1Br upstairs Apt; includes stove & frig. $340 mo. No metro.

548-9600

2 br upstairs apt, Union City, IN. Stove, refrig furnished. $145/weekly, $400 deposit. 937-9686804, 937-423-53987 REAL ESTATE Home for Sale. Open House, Sept. 24 , Sunday, 2-4; 312 Ave A. Call for Early showing.937417-6837. This is a turn key house in Greenville.

Park with open concept living, new roof, heating, AC, hot water heater, windows spouting, kitchen appliances, refinished oak floors and carpet allowance.

MISC. FOR SALE PROFESSIONAL SOUND SYSTEM Rental, Sales & Installation. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements.

JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 547-1970, email: bachtorock@earthlink. net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!

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 1-800906-3115 for $750 Off AUTOMOTIVE 2011 Traverse $11,995.

2006 Fusion 55PD $2,995. 2006 Malibu $3,995. 2007 Colorado $9,995. 2007 Edge $7,495. 2008 Torrent $6,995. 2006 Equinox $5995. 2008 OutLook $8,995. 2006 Hummer $11,495. 2006 Trail Blazar $6995. BuySell- Trade! CountryAutoSalesGreenville.com 548-1337

MOTORCYCLE 1987 Gold Wing 1200 ASPENCADE ready to ride. $2500. Call 937423-1100.

EQUIPMENT Snow-blower; 726 John Deere, electric- start, nice condition. $400.00.

937-337-3341 WANTED TO RENT FARMGROUND TO RENT: $260/acre, SPRING PAYMENT, FERTILITY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM. 937-622-2735

Looking for a 3 BR house in the country in Ansonia School District.

937-621-2872

Malott earns Gold Stars

HOUSEHOLD Peaceful Dream 11” Pillow Top Mattress Set. $249 full; $269 queen; $379 king. New in plasC H A R L E S - higher during the tic with warranty. We TON, SC – Candice 2017 spring semesdeliver. 937-884-5455 Malott, of Ver- ter. Students that FURNITURE SHOPPE: sailles, was award- achieve Gold Star 901 E. Elm, Union City, ed Gold Stars by recognition are OH. Hrs: 11:30-4, Mon- The Citadel for also placed on The Fri or by appt 937-968- earning a grade Citadel’s Dean’s 6804, 937-423-5397. point ratio of 3.7 or List.

Used appliances for sale.

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FOR RENT 2 BR apt for rent. Water, sewer & trash removal included. Deposit required. No Pets. Call 548-5264 or 423-2161

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In The Common Pleas Court Of Darke County, Ohio In The Matter Of Issuance Of A Certficate Of Title For A 1972 Boise Trailer Case No. 17CVT00434 To any persons having any interest in the following described motor vehicle: You will take notice that an application for issuance of title has been filed by Richard Shafer for the following: 1972 Boise Trailer, Aristocrat Lo-Liner, 12 ft. length, Serial No. FB16LLT515.

The application will be considered by Judge Jonathan P. Hein, Darke County Common Pleas Court, on October 13, 2017, at 8:30 a.m. Any person having an interest in said motor vehicle should appear at the hearing and prove their interest therein or the title issuance will be granted as requested.

Village or Arcanum Employment Opportunity Water/Wastewater Operator 1

Jonathan P. Hein, Judge Richard Shafer, Applicant IN THE MATTER OF: ZACHERY P. DELARWELLE DATE OF BIRTH 09-01-2001 DARKE COUNTY, OHIO JUVENILE COURT CASE NO. 21730007 JASON R. ASLINGER, JUDGE TO: UNKNOWN FATHER OF ZACHERY P. DELARWELLE DOB: 09-01-2001 ADDRESS UNKNOWN Take notice that on April 12, 2017, the Movants, Terry Whittington and Letha Whittington, filed their Motion for Permanent Legal Custody in the Juvenile Court of Darke County, Ohio, being in Case No. 21730007 on the docket of the Court, said case being captioned, In the Matter of Zachery P. Delarwelle, Date of Birth 09-01-2001. Pursuant to said Motion, Movants are seeking to be designated as the permanent legal custodians of the minor child, Zachery P. Delarwelle.

Take notice that the unknown father of Zachery P. Delarwelle is required to answer said Motion for Permanent Legal Custody within twenty-eight (28) days after the last publication. Said cause will be heard before Judge Jason R. Aslinger, Darke County Juvenile Court, 300 Garst Avenue, Greenville, Ohio 45331 on the 17th day of November, 2017, at 1:00 p.m.

This publication is required by Ohio Civil Rule of Procedure 4.4(A). Please contact: Matthew J. Pierron, Esq., Hanes Law Group, Ltd., 507 South Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331, PH: 937-548-1157.

9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29 6T

On September 19, 2017, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #17-109 supplemental appropriations • Ordinance #17-110 rezoning four tracts of land for the purpose of condominium development • Resolution #17-111 accept amounts and rates as determined by the budget commission and authorize the necessary tax levies and certify them to the County Auditor • Resolution #17-112 authorize bidding for HVAC renovations at Municipal Buildings This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday.

Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director Vicki Harris, Clerk of Council City of Greenville 9/24, 10/1 2T

The Village of Arcanum Utility Department is now accepting applications to fill a vacancy for Water/Wastewater Operator 1. Duties include operating and maintaining electrical generation facilities, monitoring water/sewer facilities, and performing physical labor within the Village Utility Department as needed.

Requirements include a high school education, Water Supply License and Wastewater Works License 1, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and possess a class B CDL endorsement or obtain within 6 months of employment.

Applications are available at the City Building located at 104. W. South Street, Arcanum, Ohio 45304 or www.villageofarcanum.com.

Job applications are not kept on file beyond six months, so any previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply. EOE

In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio

MARY TERESA OLIVAS Plaintiff, vs.

JONES-KIMMCO LEASEHOLD PARTNERSHIP c/o KIMMCO ENERGY CORP. Defendant.

Case No. 17-CV-00323 Judge Jonathon P. Hein

Jones-Kimmco Leasehold Partnership, c/o Kimmco Energy Corp., whose address is undeterminable, will take notice that on July 13, 2017, Mary Teresa Olivas filed a Complaint to Quiet Title to Real Estate in Case No. 17-CV-00323, in the Court of Common Pleas of Darke County, Ohio, Second Floor Courthouse, Greenville, Ohio 45331, seeking to quiet title and cancel a certain Oil and Gas Lease associated with the real estate described below: Parcel 1D#: S71-0-112-08-00-00-40101 (91.49 acres m/I) Said parcel is more particularly described at Official Records Volume 396, Page 2824, in the office of the Darke County Recorder, Darke County, Ohio. Said claim may be derived from an Oil and Gas Lease dated June 2, 1981, and recorded at Volume 25, Page 167, to Ohio Oil & Gas, with assignment of the same dated December 20, 1981, and recorded at Volume 27, Page 325, to Jones-Kimmco Leasehold Partnership, in the office of the Darke County Recorder, Darke County, Ohio.

The Defendant named above, including any successor in interest, is required to answer on or before the 28th day from the last publication date.

Travis L. Fliehman (0071874) 8314 State Route 121 North Greenville, Ohio 45331 937-548-6888 Telephone 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24 6T

SEALED BIDS ORME HARDWARE OF ARCANUM 210 S. Main St., Arcanum, Ohio 45304

Bring your mechanic for inspection

2006 S130 BOBCAT SKIDSTEER

As is, no returns, no refund, cash only.

No attachments or accessories.

All bids must be received by September 29, 2017 by end of business day.

Bids will be reviewed and highest bid will be awarded and contacted on Monday October 2, 2017.

Mail Bids to:

ORME HARDWARE OF ARCANUM 210 S. Main St. Arcanum, Ohio 45304

Darke County Sheriff’s Estate Sales

For more information call 937-547-4603 or go to www.darkecountysheriff.org Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26

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

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

JPMorgan VS. Cynthia Goins, et al.

No. 16CV00345

Ally Bank VS. Jonathan Connor, et al.

No. 17CV00141

JPMorgan Chase VS. Tannia Dershem, et al.

No. 17CV00098

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Twin in Darke County to-wit:

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Union City in Darke County to-wit:

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Adams in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 7637 St. Rt. 722 Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: P56030835000040400

Street Address: 371 N. Vine St Union City, Ohio Parcel Number: H33211329040210500

Street Address: 8203 Zerber Rd. Bradford, Ohio Parcel Number: A01040909000030600

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $120,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $51,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

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

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

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

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

Carrington Mortgage VS. Kasey Simons, et al.

No. 16CV00607

Federal National Mortgage VS. Unknown Heirs of Virginia Miles, et al.

No. 17CV00090

Bank of America VS. Catherine Yant, et al.

No. 15CV00406

US Bank VS. Kathi Duncan, et al.

No. 16CV00367

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the City of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Adams in Darke County to-wit:

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, October 13, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Van Buren in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 810 Wayne Ave. Greenville Parcel Number: F27221102040911200

Street Address: 6808 Jaysville St. Johns Rd. Greenville Ohio Parcel Number: F24021225000011900

Street Address: 9320 US Rt. 36 Bradford, Ohio Parcel Number: A02040929000021100

Street Address: 7679 St. Rt. 571 Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: Q62030911000030400

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $50,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $125,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21.

The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $120,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21.

The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $57,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, October 27, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21.

The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 3T

General Information The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property.

The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes.

Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.governmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville.

All sales begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.

Bidding information Bidding starts as directed in each sale ad. Successful bidders must deposit in the following: If appraised value of property is less than or equal to $10,000 the deposit is $2,000.00; $10,001 - $200,000 the deposit is $5,000.00; greater than $200,000 the deposit is $10,000.00.

Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price is due within 30 days after confirmation of sale is filed.

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

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GARAGE SALES ANSONIA Ansonia - 519 W. High Street; Sept. 28, 29, 30; Like new fall & winter sweaters, jackets & coats, kitchen ware, housewares, jewelry, crafts, misc. GOOD CLEAN SALE! GREENVILLE 7622 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd, between Keller’s Elevator & Oakland Church; Sept 28-29; 8-6; Mini bike, old bottles. 2002 Grand Am, runs good. Tools, odds & ends, nautical items. Too much to list - come see!

1224 Oaktree Dr. Sept.

28 & 29; 10AM-5PM. 30th from 10AM- ?

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!

209 E. Park Drive, Sept.

28 & 29, 9-3, Lamps, clothes, bedding and much more!

6877 Ludy Rd off 571 West, Sept 28-30, 9-5. Childrens, adult, clothes, coats up to XL. Antiques, player piano, doors, radio, furniture, kitchen items, complete twin bed, bedding, lots more to see

1185 N. Middle Dr. Wayne Lakes,Sept.

28-30; 9-6pm; Collectible dolls, antique boat motors, Nortake China, furniture, household items, misc.

1367 E. Main Street.

Sept 28, 29; from 9-5; end tables, home & holiday décor, bookshelf, name brand junior girls & boys 8-12, video games, collectables and mobIilty scooter.

OUT OF COUNTY HUGE CHILDREN’S CLOTHING SALE 1109 Swishers Mill Rd, West Manchester; Sept 28 & 29, 9-6, Sept 30, 9-2. Clothing (0-16 & juniors), toys, & baby items. 40+ families TRI-VILLAGE 317 N. Harrison Street, Sept 28 & 29; 8-5, Lots of junior name brand clothes & primitive decorations.

2480 Harter R. New Madison; Sept. 28-30 from 8-5; MOVING SALE!!

Household goods, furniture, garage items, home décor, hutch, trunk, kitchen items and much more!!

Becoming a Home Owner Need Not Be Just A Dream 2&3 Bedroom Homes Available Check our our selection of FREE handyman homes.

Rental Homes Available Too! Sherwood Forest Mobile Home Community 937-548-9898 www.parkbridgehomes.com

MARK YOUR CALENDAR! OPEN SUNDAY OCT. 1ST 2017

623 W. Weller St. Ansonia, OH Sunday 1 to 2:30 PM Two bedroom home ready to move in with 2 lots with room roam. Lots of updates: Newer roof, furnace is 2 years old, windows 4 years old, carpet 6 months old and new paint! (747059) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Diana Hall.

TRI-VILLAGE 301 N. Harrison, New Madison, Sept 28-30, 9-5. All clothes leftover from spring sale are 1/2 price. Halloween costumes, toys, metal stars, swing set, patio set, TV cabinet, storage box, older trunk

State of the Heart presents Hip Sips MODOC, Ind. – On Aug. 12, State of the Heart Care presented Hip Sips, a festival benefiting Cancer Services for Randolph County, Inc. The festival, held at Wilson Wines, featured music by Green de Villes, Garcia and Scott, and The Indigos, and also gave guests a taste of art, auction, and different wines and food from the winery.

All proceeds from the event went to Cancer Services for Randolph County.

“Hip Sips was a lot of fun and had a genuinely laid back atmosphere to it.

I was amazed by

how many people of all ages came out on Saturday,” attendee Christena Sharp said. “It was a great opportunity to explore the wine that Wilson Wines had to offer.”

Hip Sips gave State of the Heart an opportunity to give a speech onstage during the event. Angela Sipe, executive director of the hospice, spoke about a family who was recently touched by the care State of the Heart’s inpatient unit was able to give them.

“We shared a personal story of a family who utilized our services. The

2848 Holl-Samp Rd, New Madison, Sept 2829, 9-5. Nice kitchen table, 40x40, 4 chairs, 18” leaf, matching bakerstand. Black tv stand, 30x20, glass doors.

Wood poker tables.

Materials (new) Community Wide Sales - 391 S. Main, New Madison, Sept 28-30, Thurs: 9-5, Fri-Sat: 9-2.

A lot of name brand clothes (Buckle, American Eagle, etc), all sizes. Primatives, styles, décor and furniture.

MOVING SALE, EVERYTHING MUST GO: 404 S Main, New Madison, Sept 28-30, 9-5.

Exercise bike, some furniture, antiques, G R E E N V I L L E Seger as president Campbells Soup & El- – Ramco Electric of Ramco Electric vis collectables, lots of Motors is pleased Motors, effective misc to announce Dan July 26. During his UNION CITY MOVING SALE; 919 LEIS REALTY COMPANY Washington St, Union CONGRATULATES City, IN; Sept 29-30; DARREN 8am-?; Furniture, tools, LEIS misc As Top Producer 225 N. Union ST. IN; For August 2017 Sept. 28- 29; 9-5; house hold, tools, electric plumbing, construction & lots of misc.

Dan Seger named president of Ramco

DEADLINE FOR GETTING YOUR GARAGE SALE IN THE EARLY BIRDNOON THURS.

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WANTS ANY TYPE OF: • Carpentry Work • Room Additions • Garages • Siding • Foundation Replacement • Crawl Space Work • Restoration • Roofs/Re-Roofs FREE ESTIMATES

UPDATED 2-ST VINYL SIDED HOME. 3 BR. LRM & DRM. Updates include refinished wood floors. Enclosed back porch. 2-car garage. MLS 725729 #4528 COZY BRICK RANCH W/2 BR, 2 BA. Wood burning fireplace in LRM. DRM. Sun rm. KIT has cooktop, refrigerator & wall oven. 2-car attached garage.

MLS 741836 #4546 TRI-LEVEL HOME OFFERING 4 BR, LRM, FRM & DRM. Rec rm & office. Extra garage. 32x40 pole barn has workshop, enclosed patio & sauna. Inground pool.

MLS 729566 #4533 MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Brick ranch w/3 BR, 2 BA. Large LRM. Oak KIT cabinets. Ceramic tile floors in KIT, dining area & utility rm. New carpet. 2-car attached garage w/workbench & cabinets.

MLS 730517 #4534

260-701-8020

OPEN HOUSE September 24, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

5050 State Route 722, Arcanum

Country home, located on almost 2 full acres, has original woodwork and character. This is a 4 bedroom, 2 story home with a 2-1/2 car garage and insulated, heated workshop. 24 X 34 metal pole barn, Arcanum school district and located 1-1/4 miles east of 127 (Castine), on St. Rt. 722. Immediate occupancy.

NEW LISTING

2482 US RT 127, Arcanum 3 bedroom, 2 bath, double wide, manufactured home sitting on concrete block foundation. Master bedroom with walk in closet and master bath attached. 3 car detached garage.

PRICE REDUCED

151 Terrace Creek, Greenville

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548-5464

crowd appeared to have quite the emotional response, and it was great to see that we were able to show the importance of hospice in our area,” Sipe said.

State of the Heart Care is Christena Sharp, Monty Sharp, Sheri Arbuckle and proud to have been Barbara Bell were among those in attendance at Hip able to sponsor Hip Sips festival at Wilson Wines.

Sips this year. “Hip Sips is a great collaboration between Cancer Services for Randolph County and State of the Heart,” Director of Business Development at State of the Heart said. “It was great to see so many people out supporting the cause.”

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2 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car garage close to downtown, fix up as you like or investment property.

(742273) 2427 St. Rt. 571 $78,500.

3 Bed, 1.5 bath, 2 car att. Garage, family room, large lot.

(719239) 104 Avenue B NEW PRICE $122,000.

3 Bed, 2 bath, 1 car att. Garage, located in City park, many updates as well as family room.

(747726) OUT OF GREENVILLE 24 Summerfield Arcanum $189,900.

3 Bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car attached garage, brick ranch, nice back patio.

(742251) 216 Ansonia Hunchbarger Rd. Union City $124,900.

4 Bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage, 40x70 shop building and 30x40 storage, 1.5 acres.

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827 DOROTHY LANE - Updated throughout this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch has fireplace and cathedral ceiling in Family Room; eat-in kitchen; 24x28 deck wired for hot tub and sound system! CORNER LOT with mature trees! $149,900.

----------------------------------------------------------COMMERCIAL BUILDING at 5294 SebringWarner Road has over 5400 sq. ft. of warehouse space; 1185 sq. ft. of office space; 60x90 shop area; plus reception area and foyer! Newly painted exterior; 3 overhead doors w/openers. $325,000.

IN ANSONIA this 2 bedroom home at 332 E. Cross Street has new flooring in kitchen and hall; new roof; 1 car garage. $57,000.

IN WAYNE LAKES this 3 bedroom brick ranch overlooks Cucumber Lake with access to Mohawk Lake! Enclosed patio; 2-car attached garage plus storage shed. Drive by 3721 West Drive and call for your personal showing! $109,000.

LOW 40s for this 2-story home at 201 Central!

Newer furnace; several porches.

BRICK DOUBLE at 405 & 409 W. Weller in Ansonia has 2 bedrooms each unit; total electric; vinyl windows; washer/dryer hookup; appliances included! Low 90s.

CORNER LOT with this 3 bedroom brick ranch at 1229 Northmoor! Over 1400 sq. ft. of living area; updated kitchen, appliances included! 2 car attached garage. $129,900.

IN PALESTINE plenty of storage with this 3 bedroom home at 120 Lynn Street! Freestanding stove with custom chimney. 2+ car detached garage. Mid 70s.

ZONED LIC these 2 lots at corner of W. Park and St. Rt. 49 have plenty of possibilities! $25,000.

NORTHEAST OF ANSONIA - this 2-story home at 5858 York Road has over 2300 sq. ft. of living area! 4 bedrooms; 2 baths; 4 pole barns; workshop; 5 acres M/L. $315,000.

NEW, NEW, NEW - this 3 bedroom home at 6910 Arcanum-Bears Mill Road has new carpet; new range & refrigerator; mostly new vinyl windows; insulated garage; covered front porch and deck out back! $93,900.

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15-year tenure at Ramco, he has held the positions of Engineer, Engineering Manager, and Sales Manager, and has been highly instrumental in the technical and sales growth of the company.

This planned succession allows owner Dave Dunaway to continue to serve as Chairman of the Board of Advisors for Ramco. Dunaway has been president since 1993 when he bought the company from his father, Ray Dunaway, who founded the company in 1987.

“As owner of the company, I couldn’t be more excited about this move,” says Dunaway. “Our Steering Committee has been working very hard over the past four years on the management and culture of Ramco.

This natural development provides an opportunity for the growth of several leaders in our Organization, making us stronger. I have great confidence in Dan’s leadership in his new role, and continuing what we have started.”

“Our Vision is to be what our customers want from us, 100 percent Safe – 100 percent Quality – 100 percent Ontime. Our Mission is to achieve this through ‘The Ramco Way’, a blend of principles of Toyota’s culture, Aileron’s DOC Model, Deming, Energy Leadership, and many other things we have picked up along the way.”

Ramco is a buildto-print sub-contract manufacturer of electric motors, stators, and rotors for electric motors. The company builds parts used in hybrid electric buses, aerospace hydraulic and fuel systems, material handling, oil and gas, mining, food equipment, and many other applications.

Ramco employs 120 people in a 70,000 sq. ft. facility in Greenville, and is celebrating their 30th anniversary of doing business in Darke County.

Wheelock

COCA COLA ~ ANTIQUES ~ COLLECTIBLES FORD TRACTOR ~ EQUIPMENT ~ TOY TRACTORS HOME FURNISHINGS & MUCH MORE!

WEST MILTON, OHIO

At 7360 S. Kessler Frederick Rd. From Rt 571 between W. Milton & Tipp City, go south at the flashing light on Kessler Frederick or From Rt 40 between Vandalia & Englewood go north at the Polk Grove Church on Kessler Frederick. Good off road parking.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 9:30 AM ANTIQUES, ETC: Excellent depression era china cabinet & desk; oak library table w/ rope twist legs; walnut settee; walnut bureau w/ marble insert, hanky boxes & fruit pulls; cedar chest; ball & claw foot piano stool; German 1940’s era floor clock; Seth Thomas clock w/ columns; plus other mantle clocks. 1800’s lg wood & glass entry door & others; Multiple Volume Book Sets by famous authors; NCR, 1985 brass candy store cash register; 2 pedestals from Frederick Masonic Lodge Hall; Dessert Rose for 6; barber bottles; COUNTRY ITEMS: Hocking Valley wooden corn sheller; mowing scythe; old slip scoop; platform scales; crocks; cow bell; l milk can; pine butter churn; galv kerosene cans; unusual heavy duty scoop; corn cutters; kraut cutter; lard press; adv tins; whetstone grinder; hanging scale; granite dinner pail; cigar mold; iron skillets & kettle; small cider press.

MORE OF INTEREST: Colt 45 Malt Liquor neon sign & brewery items; Gilchrist malt maker; Campbell’s soup warmer; Planter’s Nuts grinder; Victor fan; Gumball vendor slot machine; Siegfried & Roy slot machine; 3 new Warner Brothers Power Pictures (circa 1997): Bugs Bunny w/ Elmer Fudd; Tweety w/ Sylvester & the Mel Blanc characters.

COCA-COLA: “Drink Coca Cola in Bottles” 24”x58” curved end metal sign; Diet Coke lighted sign; lighted red “fish tail” dbl sided sign; Chest Coolers: Scarce VMC44, bottle vending machine, red w/ white top, narrow in design; Westinghouse square chest w/ 4 division interior; Red & White dbl flip top; Coke Junior smaller size ice chest w/ lower rack; new ice chest cooler; 3 different picnic coolers; 4 different clocks; Huffy Coca Cola 10 spd bike; 15 Star openers; 2 tin bottle thermometers; 2 Santa Claus cooler fronts, plus several NASCAR, Little League & side panels; toy trucks, Christmas bulbs; animated Santa, kites, shadow box, trays, etc.

OTHER SODA ITEMS, ETC: Pepsi: Wood grain top cooler; Star Wars vending machine front; picnic cooler; soda fountain topper; 2 new Menu Boards; metal 6 bottle carriers; toy trucks; 7-Up vending machine; Popcorn wagon, as found; etc.

TOYS, ETC: Hubley, 1920’s “Trick Dog” mechanical bank; 6 First Gear 1950’s era trucks, NIB; 10 NASCAR racer’s NIB; 1/18 scale Corvettes & ’55 Chevy; Columbia lady’s bike; Schwinn girl’s 20” bike; Lionel & Allstate train sets; Flintstone’s radio, mugs & glasses; Barbie NASCAR 50th Anniv doll & race car & others; M&M displays; 3 McDonald’s store displays, plus original boxed set of 101 Dalmations; other McDonald’s items; T. Pacconi Christmas music boxes.

JOHN DEERE FARM TOYS, all NIB highlighted by 9870 STS Pedal Combine: Precision Classic 630, 720 w/ blade & loader, 3010 & 4440 tractors, 214-T baler & 2 hay wagons. A 9750 STS combine; FFA Model A, 60. 4010 & 4520; and over 20 others; PLUS Large, Scale Models Farmall M & Oliver dozer.

FORD TRACTOR, EQUIPMENT & OUTDOOR ITEMS: Ford 9N w/ Ferguson System tractor in GC; Ferguson 3 pt, 2 btm plow; 3 pt heavy duty scraper blade; AC 3 pt post hole digger; tree spade for skid steer; industrial air compressor trailer; Toro 826 LE snow blower; Job Boss sand blaster; Porter Cable 150 psi air compressor; Hobart Brothers vintage 60 gal tank air compressor; Evinrude, 1970’s, 6 HP outboard motor; Winchester 370, sgl barrel, .410 ga shotgun; Sears .20 ga pump shotgun; Remington Target Master . 22 cal rifle; Daisy 1938B BB gun & 356 pop gun; 4 JD Gator wheels & tires.

HOME FURNISHINGS: Lg cherry 2 pc lighted china cabinet by Broyhill; traditional dining rm table & 6 cane backuph seat chairs; tall, large oak frame lighted display cabinet; floor & table lamps; 3 round oak tables; tall counter or bar; Sharp electronic cash register.

NOTE: Years of collecting leads to a good auction later on & you’re the beneficiary now as the Wheelock’s disperse these great items listed above. Photos at www. stichterauctions.com

Jim & Sharon Wheelock, Owners Auctioneers: Jerry Stichter & Scott Pence Apprentice Auctioneer Kevin Kauffmann

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Public Auction Saturday September 30 10 am 5050 State Route 722 Arcanum, OH 45304 Auction of the contents of house, garage and woodworking shop. Woodworking tools from high end makers Craftsmen, Delta, Dewalt. Radial arm saw, planer, drill press, compressor, grinder, belt sander. Craftsmen stackable tool chest full of Craftsmen hand tools. Wide array of hand tools and clamps Large sewing room full of sewing machines, quilts and other supplies. Thread, yarn, fabric, quilting materials not seen in years. Bedroom suits, curio cabinets and hutch. Glass butter churn, vintage items and household

Owner Linda Stephens

Cash Only Check with Prior Authorization and valid ID

Auctioneer Brent Hudson OH Lic#2015000111

Full listing with pictures available on Auctionzip.com Auctioneer ID#46422 Not responsible for accidents Questions 937.657.9019 Concessions available

REAL ESTATE

WEDNESDAY– OCTOBER 18TH, 2017 - 6:00 P.M. 125 SWEITZER STREET-GREENVILLE, OH

OPEN HOUSE DATES

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 24TH 1:00 - 2:30 P.M.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH AUCTION 5:00 - 6:00 P.M.

DIRECTIONS: From US 36 in Greenville turn left onto Washington Ave., right onto Pine Street, and right onto Sweitzer. (Watch for signs).

Up for Auction, is this two-story conventional style brick home, built in 1872 with 1732 square feet of living space. This home host 3 bedrooms 1 1/2 baths, with kitchen and living room and dining room. Featuring original hardwood flooring, doors, trim work, and transom windows above the interior doorways. It also offers a partial basement with washer and dryer hook up, and a detached garage. Plan to attend an open house to see all the possibilities. Terms- Buyer to pay $5000.00 down day of auction, balance due within 30 days. Buyer shall have possession day of closing. Closing shall be on or before November 30th, 2017. Taxesshort form pro-ration. Buyer to pay all taxes due thereafter. Have your financing arranged before the auction. Call 937-547-3202 or 423-2656 or go to www.edwardsauctions.com for more details and pictures.

OWNER- NORMA SEIBER,

TIMOTHY SEIBER & SHERYL A. CORIELL P.O.A’S

PUBLIC AUCTION

Lions hear from Coach Back UNION CITY – The Union City Lions Club held its first meeting of their new year on Sept. 12.

The 23 members and two guests enjoyed the meal prepared

by Vicky Vinson and Alan Jefferis.

The program for the evening was Union City Lady Indians Basketball Coach Sarah Black.

Coach Back talked about the Lady Indians run through the 2017 State Basketball Tournament last spring. The season culminated at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse and a state championship game against Wood Memorial.

Union City became the first girls basketball team from Randolph

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County to play for a state title. Even though the Lady Indians came up short during that game, the school and the community are very proud of their accomplishments.

Also at the meeting, 11 Lions were recognized for having perfect atten- NEW MADISON – A brand new American Flag and Ohio dance for the 2016- Flag proudly wave in front of the New Madison Public Library courtesy of Laroy Farst Post #245 American 17 Lions year.

LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION

Legion. Library Director Brenda Miller received the gift from First Vice Commander Harold Hoover as part of the American Legion Community Service and Outreach Program.

SATURDAY–SEPTEMBER 30TH, 2017 8:00 A.M. DOORS OPEN AT 8:00 A.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 – Box lots start at 9:00 A.M. Go to edwardsauctions. com for more information and pictures. Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www.edwardsauctions.com or auctionzip.com; enter auctioneer ID # 3426; click on the current auction date; click on bid now button to enter auction. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Buyer’s premium applied to online and remote bidders only.

1953 Ferguson Utility Tractor, Good Tires, New Battery, Runs Great.

ANTIQUES- ANTIQUE CLOCKS- GUNS- FURNITURE- HOUSEHOLDGARAGE ITEMS- LAWN MOWER- SNOWBLOWER Guns-William Tell 12 Ga. Single Shot; Harrington Richardson Topper M48 12 Gauge Single Shot; Diamond Arms c. 12 Gauge Single Shot; Savage Mod.220 A 12 Gauge Single Shot W/Vented; Marlin Model 99C. 22 LR Only Semi Auto Rifle; Volunteer Arms Co. 16 Gauge Single Shot Shotgun; Winchester Model 67 .22 All Bolt Action W/Scope; Italy Cap & Ball Black Powder .44 Caliber Revolver; J.C. Higgins Model 101.26 410 Bolt Action; Riverside Arms 12 Gauge Single Shot Shotgun; Antiques/Collectibles; 30 + Antique Clocks All Wood Case; Bronze United Horse & Wagon Clock; Antique Walnut Chest Of Drawers; Cedar Chest; Camel Back Trunk; 6 Legged Parlor Table; Corner Cupboard; Record Cabinet; Wood Doll Houses; Wood Doll Furniture; Rubber Bridal Doll in Large 3’ Wood Case; Wood Collector Boxes; Noritake China; Misc. Antique Dishes; Johnson Brothers Pitcher & Bowl; Misc. Glassware; Misc. Pottery; Cast Iron Lamb Cake Mold #866; Knives & Swords; Lighters - Jim Beam, Zippo, Jack Daniels, & Kasey Kahne; Lg. Vera Bradley Duffle Bag; And More. Household- Microwave; Kitchen Aid Mixer Like New; New In Box Office Desk L Shaped; Glider Rocker W/ Foot Stool; Wood Rocker; S.S. Clothing Rack; Ohio State Folding Chairs; Eden Pure Heater; Misc. Dishes; Crock Pot; Berkley S. S. Drink Dispenser; Singer Sewing Machine; Air Mattress; Oak TV Trays; Bedding; Books; Santa; Christmas Decorations; Misc. Household Racks; Framed Pictures; Vacuum Cleaners; Cookbooks; Childrens’ Books; Paper Shedder; First Alert Key Safe; Tom Tom; 6Ft Folding Banquet Table; Card Table & Chairs; Metal Detector; New Transport Chair; New Walker Lumex; And More. Garage items- New Never Used -PoulanPro Riding Lawn Mower, 42” Deck, 15.5 H.P. Brigs & Stratton Engine, We uncrated & assembled; Like New- Used Very Little Self-Propelled 30” Electric Start Husqvarna 1053O SBE, Snow Blower,10.5 H.P. Tecumseh Motor; PoulanPro 6.5 H.P. Rear Tine Tiller; New Never Used- Master craft 14” Reel Mower W/Bagger; New Klutch Mini Milling Machine; Mountain Bike; Large Hammock on Wood Frame; 10x10 Easy Up Tent; Gas BBQ Grill; Paint Ladder; Leaf Blower; Folding Poly Table 5’: Coleman Cooler; Lawn Ornaments; Fishing Items; Golf Clubs; And More.

OWNERS- EVELYNN BONFIGLIO, MR. AND MRS. DON BATTEN AND OTHERS

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.

MVCTC students competed in the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tenn.

Local MVCTC students earn gold NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) students joined more than 7,500 FCCLA student leaders, members, and advisers at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tenn., July 2-6 to participate in the annual FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC).

The conference provided MVCTC students opportunities for listening to inspiring speakers, attending learning sessions, competing on the national level, and networking with other leaders. The theme of this year’s conference was “Unlimited Possibilities,” which inspired attendees

to discover the unlimited possibilities within their reach while exploring career opportunities, developing leadership skills, and growing personally while making difference in their families and communities.

Local MVCTC students winning awards at the national competition include: * Early Childhood Education seniors Alexis Bellomy (Wayne) and Aaliyah Briner (Ansonia) received a gold rating in Life Event Planning. * Early Childhood Education senior, Shayla Stephan (Arcanum) receive a gold rating for the Career Investigation contest For more information about MVCTC, visit www. mvctc.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 9:00AM 5269 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO

**JUST OFF S.R. 127 (TAN BLDG.) MCCLAIN’S INDUSTRIAL PARK** (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS)

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Early AMI Coin Operated Juke Box, Multi-Horn, High Fidelity, Sonoramic Sound (Nice); Early Wicker Baby Stroller; Oak Mantle Clock; Flat Top Trunk w/Till; #5 Crock Butter Churn; #3 Crock Jug; Pedestal Gum Ball Machine; Milk Can Ash Tray; Cigar Boxes; Buck Saw; sev. 2-Man Saws; Oil Lamps; Early Philco TV; Lg. Iron Kettle w/Spider; (2) Cast Iron Footed Pots; Wood Pulley; Dazy Red Ryder BB Rifle; Esso Motor Oil Can; #3 Wagner Skillet & others; Cast Iron Dinner Bell; Cardboard Dairy Maid Ice Cream Box; Yellow Wood Pepsi Crate; Early Brass Lamp; Wood Nail Keg; Sprinkling Can; U.S. Vet/Foreign War Books; Wood Stage Coach; 45 & 33 Records; 8 Track Tapes; Train Set (in box); Nintendo Games; (2) Cases full of RCA, GE & Sylvania N.O.S. Radio & TV Tubes; Roller Skates; Early Wood Kyoraku Pin Ball Game; Painted Saw Blades; Snare Drum; Band Flute (in Case); Stained Glass Light; (2) Early Snow Sleds; (2) Metal Spring Lawn Chairs; Lightning Rod Cable & Stands; sev. Wood Crates; Buffalo Elec. Forge Blower; Early Milk Strainer; Die Cast Massey Harris 44 Tractor (Ertl); lots of Stained Glass Panels & Pieces, all sizes, colors, designs; Stained Glass Cutter, Grinder, Books, Patterns.

FURNITURE Oak 3 Pc. “Broyhill” Bedroom Suite, Queen Bed, Chest of Drawers, Dresser & Mirror; Poster Canopy Bed, Dresser & Vanity; 3 Cushion Floral Sofa w/Matching Love Seat; Oak & Glass Display Cabinet; Oak Sofa Table; Tan Swivel Rocker (Nice); Oak Dining Table w/(4) Roller Upholstered Chairs; 3 Pc. Set of Lt. Green Dual Reclining Sofa, Lt. Green Dual Reclining Love Seat, Lt. Green Reclining Overstuffed Chair; Oak Coffee Table; 3 Cushion Blue Plaid Sofa w/Dual Recliners & Love Seat; Glass Front Flat Screen TV Cabinet; Computer Desk & Chair; 3 Cushion Sofa w/Wicker Trim; Wicker Chair w/Glass Top Table; Wood Corner Cabinet; Lg. Wicker Oval Chair; Lg. Wood China Cabinet; Wood Patio Furniture w/Cushions.

WOODWORKING EQUIPMENT & TOOLS Craftsman 4 Ft. Wood Lathe; Craftsman Standing Drill Press, 13”, 5 Speed, 1/3 HP; (2) Craftsman 10” Table Saws; Craftsman 12” Band Saw & Sander; Foley Scroll Saw on Pedestal; Craftsman Commercial Dust Collector; Craftsman Table Model Router; Craftsman Sm. Belt Sander; Molding Maker; Black & Decker Router; Craftsman 1/3 HP Dbl. Bench Grinder on Stand; Craftsman 10” Band Saw; Craftsman Planer/Joiner; 12” Wood Planer; Shop Vacuum; Wrenches; McCulloch Elec. Pressure Washer; Craftsman 6 HP (Gas) Pressure Washer; Power & Hand Tools; Hand Saws; Block Planes; Levels; Wood & Pipe Clamps; Grip Clamps; 4” Vise; Saw Blades; Router Bits; Wood Drill Bits; (2) Air Nailers; Porter Cable Plate Joiner; sev. Battery Drills; NEW Hardware; Inventory Cabinets; Bolts; Nuts; Nails; Ext. Cords; Wood Dowels; Plugs; Battery Charger; Post Driver.

GARAGE ITEMS Long Handle Yard Tools; Material Rollers; Machinist Tool Box; Agri-Fab Mow-N-Vac Leaf-Vac w/Gas Engine; John Deere #80 Lawn Cart; Rubber Tire Wheel Barrow; McLane (Gas) Lawn Edger; 15 Gal. 12 Volt Sprayer; Craftsman 6.0 HP Self Propelled 22” Cut Walk Mower; 3 ½ HP 22” Walk Mower; (2) Scotts Drop Lawn Seeders; Poly Pond Paddle Boat; Wood & Alum. Extension Ladders; Wood & Alum. Step Ladders; Echo Gas Weed Trimmer; Steel Work Bench w/Vise; Live Trap; 15 Lb. Propane Tank; (2) NEW Dusk to Dawn Lights; several Bicycles; Octagon Picnic Table; Cast Iron Park Bench; lots of Lawn Ornaments, Figurines, Angels, Bird Baths, Etc.; Reloading Equip. Shot, Wad, Etc.; Lyman Reloading Scales.

HOUSEHOLD & MISC. Eden Pure Heater; Sears Portable Sewing Machine; Stereo & Speakers; Fishing Poles; Pool Table & Accessories; Dyson Vacuum; Card Tables; Sm. Elec. Kitchen Appliances; Pictures; Mirrors; Knick Knacks; Glassware; Ruby Red items; Christmas Decorations; Clown Figurines; Cookbooks; Lamps; Bedding; Blankets; Radios; Pots; Pans; Flatware; Corning Ware; Kitchen Utensils; Victorian Figurines; Porcelain Dolls; Karaoke Machine; Sanyo DVD & much more!

BEVERLY S. ANDERSON & JAMES R. SHOFFNER - OWNERS

Office: 937.316.8400 Cell: 937.459.7686 Michel Werner Auctioneer

ALL items must be paid for the day of auction.

ALL items are sold as is.

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

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

Food Available on Site!

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

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Student Ambassadors represent MVCTC DAR chapter dedicates memorial stone and career goals with high school sophomores.

All of the sophomores from the 27-partner school have the opportunity to select two career programs to visit at MVCTC during the annual Sophomore Career Days in December. For more information about Sophomore Career Days or visiting MVCTC, call (937) 854-8056.

Local MVCTC Ambassadors for the 2017-2018 school year are: Caleb Clark, Auto Services student from

Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Student Ambassadors for the 2017-2018 school year from Darke County are Ivan Pohlman, Cody Matchett, Isabelle Middleton, and Caleb Clark. Not pictured are Kyle Fourman and Christina Smith.

Arcanum; Kyle Fourman, Heavy Equipment Operator student from Franklin Monroe; Cody Matchett, Animal Care and Management stu-

Ladybugs honor gardens for July GREENVILLE – Two area residential gardens were chosen by The Ohio Association of Garden Clubs and the Ladybug Garden Club for outstanding achievement in design and maintenance of a residential property and community beautification for the month of July. The gardens of Linda Wapplehorst on Shawnee Drive, Greenville, showcase numerous containers of petunias, impatiens, geraniums with perennials of hosts, roses and more. She has been gardening for 40 years having learned from her mother, Mildred Boyer of North Star.

The gardens of Jerry and Colleen McClannan of Bur Oak Drive has been on-going for 18 years with different varieties of roses, hanging baskets, cannas, annuals, perennials and wonderful landscape of trees and shrubs. In the past, the McClannans

dent from Mississinawa Valley; Isabelle Middleton, Business Ownership student from Tri-Village; Ivan Pohlman, Diesel Power Technologies students from Versailles; and Christina Smith, Agriculture and Livestock Production student from Ansonia.

For more information about MVCTC, visit www. mvctc.com.

ARCANUM – On July 28, Fort GreeneVille Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution dedicated a memorial stone for American Revolutionary War Soldier William Walker.

Walker was a soldier in the American Revolutionary War. He volunteered in September 1778 and served as a Private in the Virginia Militia with Captain John Shannon’s Virginia Company at Fort McIntosh against the Indians for five months.

Walker enlisted a second time in December 1780 as a Private in Captain James Hanley’s Virginia Company and later joined General Morgan’s Army in South Carolina. He served until March 1781. Walker was

3 AUCTIONS! SAME DAY!

11527 Reed Rd Vers 45380

8:30 am (2 Auc Rings) Estate of Joyce A. McEldowney Pictured are Community Beautification committee members Lisa Marcum, Angie Beumer, Colleen and Jerry McClannan and Ladybug Sherri Jones.

Case #2017-1-231

Sewing machines /material & related Tools/Antique/H.Hold Furniture/Toys/Appls Primitives/2015 Dodge Grand Caravan 30k mi.

Sells w/reserve/like new

Nursery Auction App. 11am.

3-6’ Balled Spruce& Pine

Midmark Equip.

12 noon/after Trees Lg lot of Medical/ Dental Casework info-Pics-Terms Auctionzip.com #3859

Owners: Multi Group Larry Martino Auctioneer larry@larrymartino.com text 937-564-3325

Shown are Lisa Marcum, Angie Beumer of Ladybug Community Beautification committee, Linda Wapplehorst and Sherri Jones, Ladybug committee member.

have been exhibi- flower shows just as tors of roses in the Jerry’s mother had Darke County fair done.

ESTATE AUCTION REAL ESTATE

WED., SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 6:00 PM 8994 S.R. 571, ARCANUM, OHIO (PAINTERS CREEK) (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY)

Directions: From Greenville take S.R. 571 (EAST) 8 Miles to Painters Creek, Ohio (Watch for signs on Left).

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1837. He is believed to be buried in Ithaca Cemetery.

Also in attendance were Twin Township Trustees, Regent Nancy

Schirm Wright of the Ohio Daughters of the American Revolution, VFW Post 7262 members and descendants of William Walker, Diana Shanks Wallner and Janet Wallner from Texas. William is Diana’s 5th great grandfather and Janet’s 6th great grandfather.

Following the dedication was a reception at Grace United Methodist Church located in Ithaca.

Students expand community outreach GREENVILLE – Communications students at the Edison State Community College Darke County Campus expanded their community service outreach recently with a public presentation on “Literacy: the Cornerstone of Success” at the Greenville Public Library.

During the presentation, students discussed the challenges of illiteracy.

“Among developed nations, the United States ranks 16th in literacy,” Edison State students told the audience.

They also noted that 12 percent of adults in this country are considered illiterate, unable to read beyond the sixth grade level. With more and more lower-level jobs moving to automation, high school dropouts – sometimes even those with only high school diplomas – will have more difficulty obtaining employment that pays enough to support a family.

A byproduct of illiteracy is crime and poverty, the students added. From their research, about two-thirds of students unable to read past a fourth grade level are likely to end up in prison or on welfare. The Edison State students wrapped up their presentation by talking about the

Students presenting “Literacy: the Cornerstone of Success” at the Greenville Public Library are Lindsay Schultz, Julia Mellott, Abigail Bond, Amanda Schiflit, Drew Monnin and Paige Burns.

resources that are available to help students in Darke County, including local school districts, Empowering Darke County Youth, We Are the Majority, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and more.

Edison State Darke County Campus Executive Dean Chad Beanblossom attended the presentation and commended the students for the quality and value of the information provided to the community.

“Edison State’s Darke County Campus is committed to serving our community in a variety of ways,” he said.

“Class presentations that focus on important topics, such as literacy, are ways in which our students become involved in something much bigger than the campus.”

Edison State Darke County communications students have been giving presentations on Bullying and Drug

Abuse at local school districts for several years. Districts that have invited them in the past include Arcanum, Mississinawa Valley, Ansonia, and Greenville.

They also participate in tutoring and mentoring programs such as Empowering Darke County Youth and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Darke County.

This is the first time they have taken on the topic of literacy and presented it in a public forum. Edison State students have been invited back in the fall for a public presentation on bullying.

Beanblossom noted that students from the Darke County Campus have accumulated over 1,500 hours of service to the community during the 2016-2017 academic year.

“These activities benefit the individual student, the campus, and the community overall,” he said.

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8210 Hawley Mills Rd. – New Paris, OH 45347 Showings by appointment Located just on the east edge of town situated on a private 2 acres is this home built in 1987 featuring over 1300 square ft. with 2 bedrooms and a possible 3rd, 1 bath, a large great room, kitchen, rear enclosed sun room, and newer furnace. The exterior is complete with wood and vinyl siding as well as a decorative stone foundation and accents all around, attached 1 car garage and horseshoe drive. Also included is a 32 x 40 Pole Barn with 12 ft. ceilings, 10’x10’ and 10’ x 11’ overhead doors, 6” fiber reinforced concrete floor w/ rebar, 200 amp electric, and a 10’ x 12’ office. Terms: A 10% Buyer’s Premium shall be added to the final bid to establish the contract sales price. $3,000 is required down day of auction with the balance due within 35 days of auction. Please visit our website for more information including pictures and listings of personal property selling the same day.

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wounded twice during his service.

William Walker was born March 1759 in Bedford County, Va. and died in Darke County on March

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ENGLEWOOD – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) has 44 senior students who will serve as Student Ambassadors during the 2017-2018 school year. These students learn leadership skills and public speaking to represent MVCTC as spokespersons for the school.

The MVCTC Student Ambassadors visit the 27 MVCTC partner school districts in the fall to share their experiences, career technical programs,

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Gower & Sons support Hospice benefit

event, and this year they just asked me to get one,” Gower said. “I’m going to

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continue to donate every year, because I feel the event is really taking off.”

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8210 Hawley Mills Rd. – New Paris, OH 45347 SEMI TRUCKS/TRAILERS – VEHICLES - POLARIS RANGER – EQUIP. – TOOLS (Preview available on Friday September 29) **Live Onsite Auction & Live Internet bidding available via Proxibid.com** 2012 Int. Prostar, 503,000 miles, M13 Maxforce eng., 13sp. Eaton trans, Rockwell rear end, condo cab, truck leather int. w/ fridge, onboard diagnostics & nav., owner/ operator spec package, Low Pro 22.5 tires, w/ battery power APU; 2002 Freightliner FLD 120, odometer mileage 968,000 eng. Mileage 328,000 replaced in 2013, 12.7 60 series Detroit engine, Rockwell 10 sp.

Trans. new 2015, Rear ends replaced 2015 w/ 3.73 ratio, condocab, new front tires, Dynasys APU power unit; 2000 Freightliner FLD 120 1,500,000 miles w/ condocab, N14 Cummins Eng. (not running-missing parts), new Eaton 10 sp trans (no miles), 2 new Rockwell 3.42 rear ends; 1994 Freightliner FLD 120 Flat top, M14 Blacktop Cummins Eng., 8 sp. Eaton trans, & Eaton Rear ends; Commercial truck parts include: Rocord Charge Air Cooler; Approx.

2 dozen tires, wheels, & large selection of truck parts & accessories; 2015 Utility 53’x102” Air ride dry van semi trailer, new brakes, drums, & tires, wood floor, logistics posts, swing doors, air slide; 2016 Polaris Prostar Ranger XP ATV, 4WD, w/ hi-lo range, 900 cc HO fuel injected engine; 1993 Econoline Ford 350 Van w/ 4.9 6cyl gas engine; 1996 Cadillac Sedan Deville w/ 4.9 VS North Star Engine (not running); 1998 Dodge Durango 4x4 w/ 5.2L engine; 1998 Econoline 350 Box Truck w/ 14’ bed, 460 gas eng, 68,000 miles (not running); 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport needs engine; 1984 Corvette L52 w/ crossfire 350 engine, partially assembled; New unused 7.5’ straight front mount snow blade w/ power controls & light mount kit; 4’ S10 bed/trailer. Shop/Mechanic Tools/ Equipment: 2005 Franklin 10,000 lb 2 post hydraulic lift, height is 12’ w/ truck extensions & overhead stop bar, lightly used, like new; TC-260 tire changer; WB-160 tire balancing machine & tools; & many more pneumatic & mechanics tools & boxes. Please visit our website WWW. MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for complete listing and pictures. Terms: A 10% Buyer’s Premium shall be applied to all purchases. Accepted payment is cash, check w/ID, or credit cards w/ an additional 3% clerking fee. Additional terms apply to online/internet bidders.

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Ed Curry, Annie Oakley Golf Tournament chairman, presented a Hall of Fame plaque to Dr. Doreen Larson, president of Edison State Community College. Shown are Len Larson, Dr. Doreen Larson and Ed Curry.

Their vision is to be the region’s premier resource for higher education by employing their core values, commitment to student success, strategic initiatives and community collaboration.

The golf committee and the Cancer Association of Darke County are very much appreciative of the support that Edison has given to the golf tournament and the community through the years.

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GREENVILLE – The Darke County Swinging 8’s Square Dance Club is pleased to announce its graduates – Wesley Fenton, Sharon Fenton, Mark Libert (instructor), Susana Miller, Kevin Miller and Lilah Tamplin (front). The club will offer square dance lessons beginning Sept. 11, 7-9 p.m., in the basement of Second National Bank on Wagner Ave., Greenville.

For more information, call Mike Carrico, (937) 3384311 or Harvey Crick, (937) 548-2586.

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GREENVILLE – The Butterflies Junior Garden Club planted containers at the Greenville Girls Softball field located at Stebbins Field, 6816 State Route 49 North.

Annuals planted were Grape Punch and Coralina Proven Winners Superbell Petunias, Chocolate Mint Coleus, Variegated English Ivy, and Red Star Cordyline.

The club appreciated the assistance of Lowe’s of Greenville in the cost of the plants. Shown are Butterflies Junior Garden Club and softball members Brianna Fellers and Saige Fellers along with Eric Fellers, GGSA president. The GGSA thanks everyone who participates in any way to make Stebbins Field an outstanding ball field.

VS&L welcomes new assistant vice president VERSAILLES – Marisa Coons has joined Versailles Savings & Loan Company as Assistant Vice President, providing assistance in multiple financial roles. She will work closely with the CFO in coordinating regulatory reporting requirements, the preparation of shareholder financial reports, and ensuring the security of depositors’ and borrowers’ investments.

“We are thrilled that Marisa has joined Versailles Savings & Loan” said Jerry Bey, President and Chief Executive Officer.

“She is a perfect fit for our organization, and her strong accounting background provides long-term stability for our customers.

We look forward to significant contributions from Marisa as we enter an exciting time of community banking growth.”

Marisa Coons

Previously, Coons held the position of Tax Accountant at Plante & Moran, PLLC in Columbus. A Versailles native who is moving back to this area, she graduated Summa Cum Laude from Ohio University and is a Certified Public Accountant.

“I’m excited to begin a new phase of my career with Versailles Savings & Loan and have the opportunity to serve a community that means so much to me,” said Coons.

“I am eager to begin my role with the Savings & Loan and look forward to continuing the professionalism and service that they have long been known to provide.”

REAL ESTATE AUCTION WED. – SEPTEMBER 27, 2017 AT 6:00 PM

150 Stack Rd. – Greenville, OH 45331 (Ohio/Indiana State Line) 40 Acres m/l of Wooded Recreational/Hunting Land Auction will be held at the Palestine Fire House: 108 N Main St – Palestine, OH 45352 Located approximately 12 miles southwest of Greenville right at the Ohio/Indiana state line in Liberty Twp. Mostly woods and wetlands includes pond and open waterway with some acreage belonging to the Federal Wetlands Reserve Projects. Including $50,000 in a Grading & Planting & Excavating Project by Dept. of Natural Resources. Super private location with great wildlife.

Offering both individually and combined using the Multi-Parcel auction method: Tract 1: 28.982 ac - Parcel ID#: I34-0-111-18-00-00-10300 Tract 2: 11.045 ac - Parcel ID#: I34-0-111-18-00-0010499. Approximately 3 acres m/l not included in the Wetland Reserve Program.

Terms: $3000 required down (per tract) day of auction with the balance due within 35 days. Please visit our website: WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for more information or call our office at 937-548-2640 to request your bidder’s packet.

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84 Acres of mostly tillable farmland in Indiana House in Ohio **Auction will be held at 10709 N OH/IN Stateline Rd., Union City, Ohio 45390** Selling in 3 different Tracts - Offering both individually and combined using the Multi-Parcel auction method: Tract 1: PID#: H32-0-113-1800-00-20200. 10709 N OH/ IN Stateline Rd. – Union City, OH 45390. Country setting with mature trees sits on 1 acre with a sand stone front ranch style home with 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, living room, kitchen with oak cabinets & dining area, full basement and 1 car attached garage.

This home has wood windows, approx. 12 year old roof, geothermal electric and central air unit. Also includes a 12x15 utiltiy building w/ loft carpet and hardwood flooring.

Tract 2: PID#: 68-03-16-200-001-.000-006. 26 acres of mostly tillable farm ground located in the SE corner of 800 N and 600 E in Jackson Twp., Randolph County, Indiana.

Tract 3: PID#: 68-03-09-300-009-.000-006. 58.07 acres of mostly tillable farm ground located along 800 N and 600 E in Jackson Twp., Randolph County, Indiana.

Terms: $3000 required down (per tract) day of auction with the balance due within 35 days. Please visit our website: WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for more information including maps and pictures, or call our office at 937-548-2640 to request your bidder’s packet. Personal Property and household goods will be selling the same day/ location at 9:00 AM.

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cepted the award from Ed Curry, chairman of the golf tournament.

Edison has supported the golf tournament for several years and also cosponsored the lunch the day of the tournament. Proceeds from this tournament are donated to the Cancer Association of Darke County.

The college provides the learning opportunities, support services and commitment that enable students to complete their educational goals and realize their dreams.

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Criteria for this honor was decided by the committee and consists of long term participation, enthusiasm, and support of the committee’s goals in helping Darke County cancer patients. Dr. Doreen Larson, president of Edison State Community College, ac-

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Brandon Williams, Kyle Gower, and owner Jerry Gower of Gower & Sons Painting pose in front of one of their company vehicles. Gower & Sons donated a pig for the pig roast at this year’s Hospice Benefit Run.

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GREENVILLE – The Annie Oakley Golf Tournament Committee recently inducted Edison State Community College into the Annie Oakley Golf Tournament Hall of Fame, which was established in 2006, the year of the tournament’s 25th anniversary.

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UNION CITY – State of the Heart Care would like to thank Gower & Sons Painting of Union City, for donating the pig for this year’s pig roast at the hospice benefit run on Saturday, July 22 at Treaty City Motorcycle Club, Greenville.

Owner Jerry Gower, also a member of the motorcycle club, was ready and willing to help make the benefit run a success any way he could. “Last year I got two pigs for the

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Gateway offers thanks PIQUA – Gateway Youth Programs thanks the generous contributions of sponsors and attendees at the Quarter Auction Fundraiser held recently. More than $2,500 was raised and over 125 people enjoyed a fun and rewarding evening at this annual event.

Contributions from community members like the Moose Lodge, who donated the space for the event, Rachel Shaw with Pampered Chef who provided supplies, and the many local merchants and volunteers who gave time and treasure, are greatly appreciated. Thirteen vendors set up spaces and donated prizes.

Gateway has for decades helped at-risk youth remain in school and acquire the work ethic, financial and life skills required to become productive members of the Darke County community.

Headquartered at 116 – East 3rd Street, in Greenville, Ruth Barga, the Gateway Support Specialist, reports that Gateway staff are also a regular presence in Greenville, Tri-Village and Mississinawa Schools, where they partner with faculty, workforce, and community mentors to lead struggling scholars to responsible adulthood. The Third Street facility has long been a Mecca for students who require tutoring help and an alternative high school classroom to earn credits in more individualized environment through the ACES program, led by Jeff Vaughn, ACES Manager.

For more info on youth programs, please contact Ruth Barga at 937 548 8002 or rbarga@corsp.org. For Head Start programs, call 1-866-627-4557 or go to: kidslearningplace.org.

Genealogy workshop at Arcanum Library ARCANUM – Have you wanted to know more about your family’s history? Wondered how and when relatives arrived in America?

Need information about where someone is buried?

The Arcanum Public Library can help with the research.

The library will be hosting a genealogy workshop on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 2–5 p.m. Those brand new to genealogy are welcome, and those with experience

are invited to further their research. Computers will be available for use, and staff will be on hand to provide help with resources in our collection. This will provide a great environment for sharing ideas, helping each other out with research, and discovering other places to go for more information.

Space is limited, and pre-registration is required.

Please call the library at (937) 692-8484 to add your name to the list.

Jenny Bruns, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sister of Shelby & Darke Counties, receive a grant from the Ruth & Emerson Booher Fund.

The Greater Versailles Area Foundation Fund presented a grant to Jenny Bruns of BBBS.

BBBS receives grants for Big Buddies VERSAILLES – The Greater Versailles Area Foundation Fund along with The Ruth & Emerson Booher Committee Advised Fund for Versailles both recently donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County. The grants will be used for the Big Buddies after-school mentorship program at Versailles Exempted Village Schools.

Big Buddies is a ninemonth commitment where high school students volunteer two times per month to mentor elementary students. During these meetings, high school students, under the supervision of Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, work with one or two children on different educational and recreational activities. This year’s program will focus on ecological awareness and earthfriendly practices.

The program will also promote social and emotional development through various activities.

Last year, Big Brothers Big Sisters served 46 students under the age of 18 in their after-school Big Buddies program at Versailles Schools. High school mentoring programs have become a widespread component of many nationally affiliated Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies. Studies

prove that children who spend time with a positive role model are more likely to become health, productive adults. This donation will allow Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke to expand and continue their Big Buddies program.

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is a non-profit United Way member agency. If you would like to make a difference in the life of a child, either through volunteering or financial contribution, please contact the agency at 937-492-7611 or go to www.bigbrobigsisshelbydarke.org for more information.

Rotary Club gives to BBBS GREENVILLE – The Rotary Club of Greenville recently donated $1,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County.

The grant will be for used for the Big Buddies after-school mentorship program.

Big Buddies is a ninemonth commitment where high school students volunteer two times per month to mentor elementary students. During these meetings, high school students, under the supervision of Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, work with one or two children on different educational and recreational

activities. This year’s program will focus on ecological awareness and earthfriendly practices.

The program will also promote social and emotional development through various activities.

Last year, Big Brothers Big Sisters served 302 students under the age of 18 in their after-school Big Buddies program within Shelby and Darke counties. High school mentoring programs have become a widespread component of many nationally affiliated Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies. Studies prove that children who

spend time with a positive role model are more likely to become healthy, productive adults. This donation will allow Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County to expand and continue their Big Buddies program.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a non-profit United Way member agency. If you would like to make a difference in the life of a child, either through volunteering or financial contribution, please contact the agency at 937-492-7611 or go to www. bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke. org for more information.

MEMORIES OF THE PAST

KAY BROWN’S postcard collection of local towns and subjects was one of the best around Darke County. She was keenly interested in history and in Darke County; this search was a life-long passion. She helped her husband, Pete Brown, run the Central Drug Store from 1946-1967.

Businesses obviously come and go, but this week’s selections have long They helped the Garst Museum been gone, including Manor & Keck Monuments. This picture comes from ever since then. Pete died in 1995 the 1920’s. The business was located on the north side of Martin Street in and was 25 years the President of the Museum. She retired from the the 200 block. museum board four years ago and passed away in 2014 at age 98. She never wanted to live anywhere other than in Greenville. She most enjoyed the GPAT Channel 5 TV broadcasts with former council-person Kathleen Floyd, where they discussed these same postcards covering 100 years of Greenville/local history.

DICK BROWN, son, is also a life-long resident of Greenville and now keeps their postcard collection.

Dick graduated from GHS in 1964, Miami University in 1968, taught school for a year, owned McVay’s Sporting Goods for 16 years and was a real estate appraiser for 11 years. He has been vice president of the Darke County Historical Society for the past 20 years. Dick is still involved with the GHS yearbook This picture takes a look at the corner of West Third Street and South and has been president of the GHS Broadway in 1900. For reference, this building currently houses one of Alumni Association for the past eight years.

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With the invention of the automobile, the need for a livery in the center of town diminished greatly. This scene was from 1890 and the business was located on the public square, in the area where Ted Finnarn’s law office is now located.

Katzenbarger’s Grocery was located across from the livery, where the Post Office is now located. Historians have said Annie Oakley brought her wild game to this store to be sold.

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4LB BAG ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY GRANULATED SUGAR

2/1.00

2.99

2/1.00

2.49

99¢

9-10OZ HEALTHY CHOICE SIMPLY CAFÉ STEAMERS

10.5-10.75 OZ ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY CHICKEN OR TOMATO SOUP

3.5-11OZ PACKS, RITZ, SNACK NABISCO CRACKERS

GALLON SWISS PREMIUM TEA

99¢

5.99LB

1.39

79¢

1.99

KRETSCHMAR HAM OFF THE BONE

20 OZ PENNINGTON SPLIT TOP WHEAT BREAD

2LTR BTL SUPERCHILL POP

13-18OZ POST HONEY BUNCHES OF OATS

LB

8.5-9.25OZ LAYS FRITOS AND CHEETOS

2/$5

15OZ CAN ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY KIDNEY OR CHILI BEANS

$

89¢

BONE-IN RIBEYE STEAKS

3.99

4.99

15.25-18.3OZ CAKE & BROWNIE DUNCAN HINES CLASSIC MIXES

1 DOZ ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY LARGE EGGS

7-8OZ PKG SHREDDED OR CHUNK ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY CHEESE

LB

79¢EA

12CT PKG EIGHT O CLOCK K-CUP

PORK STEAK

LB

99¢

$

EA

SLEEVED CELERY

DOLE PINEAPPLE

79¢LB

USDA CHOICE BLACK ANGUS TOP ROUND STEAK

EA

SOUTHERN GROWN SWEET POTATOES

LB

16OZ DAIRYPURE SOUR CREAM

1.99

$

5.99 3.99

$2.49LB

PORK BABY BACK RIBS

PUMPKINS

MUMS

NEW HONEYCRISP APPLES

USDA INSPECTED GROUND BEEF 73% LEAN

6OZ CUP ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY YOGURT

1.79

$

LB

10LBS IDAHO POTATOES

2/ 3 1.69LB

SATURDAY

3.39LB

$

PORK BUTT ROAST

FRIDAY

39¢

USDA CHOICE BLACK ANGUS EYE ROUND ROAST

3LB BAG CORTLAND & JONATHAN APPLES

THURSDAY

3.49

6OZ BOX VELVEETA SMALL FROZEN SNACK BITES

1.49

12-16OZ PKG STEAMY, FROZEN ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY FROZEN VEGETABLES

89¢

17OZ PKG MARIE CALLENDERS LOAF CAKES

4.99

12PK CANS PEPSI PRODUCTS

3/$13 3/$12 MUST BUY 3. OTHERS WILL BE $4.99

9.25-9.75OZ HEALTHY CHOICE POWER BOWLS

MUST BUY 3. OTHERS WILL BE $4.99

12OZ PKG REAMES EGG NOODLES

1.99

11.5-14OZ TEXAS TOAST, CHEESESTICKS, GARLIC BREAD OR TOAST COLE’S FROZEN BREAD

1.99