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Garst Museum receives OH CARES grant Staff report
GREENVILLE — The Garst Museum is pleased to announce it is a recipient of Ohio Humanities OH CARES grant. Funds were made available through the Ohio Humanities Council in an effort to make emergency financial support available to worthy organizations impacted by COVID-19. OH CARES funds will be applied towards the costs associated with continuing and
improving the museum’s remote Research Center and Genealogy Library service. The Research Center contains a wealth of local family history and original historical records vital to researchers. Prior to the pandemic, many of the genealogy files were accessible, with assistance from the staff, to patrons. The staff of the Research Center is also the contact point for those wishing for more information regarding Darke County history and the primary source material behind
the museum’s exhibits. These valuable services provided by the Research Center are a source of income for the Garst Museum. Free Research Center access is given when individuals become members of the Darke Count Historical Society. For non-members, a fee is applied. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the income normally generated from memberships and non-member fees has dropped and expenses due to remotely addressing research
requests have risen. In an effort to continue to serve the public and patrons, keep Garst’s research staff employed, and protect our patrons, staff, and volunteers, we are working to fulfill research requests remotely. This vital task requires head librarians, a Research Center technical assistant, and a Research Center assistant. It is a choreographed dance between these individuals that balances locating, organizing, accessioning,
and researching various forms of information. This group of historical heros works in unison to make certain that those that are interested in the stories, families, history, and legends of Darke County find what they are seeking. Thanks to the financial help and recognition from Ohio Humanities, the Garst Museum’s Research Center and Genealogy Library will continue to provide its valuable service to Darke County and beyond.
Mother-daughter Squirrel ‘squatters’ and critter ‘guests’ staff featured Preparing for wildlife intrusion at Oakley Place as winter nears Staff report
GREENVILLE — Oakley Place, the friendly assisted living community in Darke County is a family affair, in a very real way. The community is proud home to not one, not two, but three mother and daughter co-worker pairs; Karen and Kim Crow; Kim and Courtney Gilbert; and Sandy Baker and Monica Hupman. According to Executive Nikki Nealeigh, “I think that one of the reasons we succeed at treating our staff and residents as if they are family is because we are blessed to witness wonderful role models of family love and support daily in these mothers and daughters.” She went on to explain that what makes Oakley Place unique, with lower staff turnover and higher staff satisfaction is that, “We really do know, love and support one another. This helps us work together as a team to meet the social, emotional and physical needs of our residents and their families. It also helps our employees with their work/life balance.” Karen Crow was been a Resident Care Partner at Oakley Place for over fifteen years. She says her daughter, Victoria, who started work at Oakley Place right after high school, “(She) has always been a good worker. Her first high school job was Maid Rite and I have always been proud of her that she is so responsible and also that she has such a big heart.” Victoria has worked with her mother for five years now. When See OAKLEY | 9A
By Carol Marsh
DarkeCountyMedia.com
DARKE COUNTY — As winter approaches, Darke County property owners may discover that when squirrels scurry about in the daylight hours on trees, rooftops, fences, or electric poles, they often seek to do more than innocently bury their nuts in backyard flowerbeds or shamelessly raid the nearest bird feeder. Scratching noises heard late at night or at the crack of dawn may indicate the presence of such “woodland squatters” making their own ‘winter palace’ within the walls, attic or crawl space of your dwelling. Ignoring these tell-tale sounds may lead to many sleepless nights and homeowner headaches, interior and exterior damage and repair costs, requiring the
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Example of a exterior large hole where nuisance wildlife, such as squirrels, possums and raccoons, have chewed through layers of wood and shingles to gain access to the home’s attic.
services of a qualified professional to “evict” these unwanted intruders who dare to invade and occupy one’s peace of mind and personal space. Neighborhood wildlife, such as birds, squirrels, raccoons, or bats, will take advantage of any “weak
links” in and around the home, and exploit any areas where they may gain entry. Jacob Barnes, owner of Barnes Wildlife Control, offers timely advice to property owners as the change of seasons approaches. “The most common causes are from construc-
tion gaps that allow critters a chance to pry or nose their way into the house,” explained Barnes. “Other causes for entry are from lack of maintenance on their home such as roof, gutters, and roof vents. See CRITTER | 2A
Greenville library offers free home delivery Staff report
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Pictured left to right: Sandy Baker, Monica Hupman, Kim Gilbert, Courtney Gilbert, Victoria Crow, Karen Crow
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GREENVILLE — Greenville Pubic Library is especially mindful to provide services to the public in a way that is safe for our patrons and staff, such as curbside pickup and “Grab and Go” by appointment.
Another service that comes in handy during this time is our free home delivery. Home delivery is part of the Library’s Extension Services program and brings reading materials to those patrons in the community who cannot leave their homes. Members of
our team select books that suit the patrons’ preferences and deliver them directly to their homes on a monthly basis. Home delivery can be temporary if desired such as during the winter months or while convalescing. If interested,
please contact Susana at 937-548-3915 or by e-mail at extensionservices@ greenville-publiclibrary.org. Extension Services delivers not only to individuals but also to local nursing homes and preschools. An average of 700 books a month are circulated.