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THE EARLY BIRD NEWSPAPER

WEEKEND EDITION - NOVEMBER 19, 2017

THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE GREAT DARKE COUNTY FAIR!

Greenville grad injured by IED while defending our freedom

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Greenville graduate, Kenton Stacy, suffered serious injuries from an IED explosion last week while defending his country in the Middle East as part of the joint task force mission Operation Inherent Resolve.

Chief Petty Officer Stacy

is an explosive ordnance disposal technician with the U.S. Navy. In 2010, he was recognized with a USO Service member of the Year award for his bravery in Afghanistan of helping to destroy improvised bombs, train Afghan forces and U.S. Special Forces members on routeclearing techniques and helped ensure the zero-casualty rate in the province

where he worked.

Stacy is a 2002 graduate from Greenville High School. He and his wife Lindsey, also a GHS grad, currently live in San Diego, CA with their four children.

Chief Petty Officer Stacy is back in the United States and is being treated for his extensive injuries.

According to continuing updates on the Facebook

group #StacyStrong, he is “awake and doing well” following surgery, but still has a long road of recovery.

A fundraising page has been setup at www.youcaring.com/lindseystacykentonstacy-1006960 to help the family during this sad time and has already raised over $50,000.

Chief Petty Officer Kenton Stacy (Facebook photo)

Extrication training invaluable for local emergency personnel

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Emergency personnel from the Greenville Fire, Greenville Township Fire & Rescue departments gained valuable education during an extrication training held at the Darke County Fairgrounds Tuesday.

“The training was invaluable. The truth is, we just don’t get enough “tool time” when it comes to vehicle extrication and this training provided the department the opportunity to refresh their basic and advance extrication skills,” said Greenville Fire Chief Russ Thompson.

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Crown Equipment is putting the former Corning facility to good use while they make repairs on their building in Celina that was recently hit by a tornado.

Methods, Inc. out of Columbus helped educate the Greenville firefighters and EMS on a range of techniques used to help free a trapped motorist following a crash.

Crews were split up to train for about eight total hours on various possible real-life scenarios, including car underride, vehicle stabilization on side and inverted, vehicle trapped under semi, vehicle under a semi trailer, semi extrication and passenger car advanced techniques.

“Vehicle extrication is one of the most important events that a fire department trains for. Not everyone knows somebody that has had a house fire, but I would venture to say that everyone knows somebody that’s been in a vehicle accident,” explained Greenville Twp Fire Chief Aaron Ward.

“Victims involved in a crash can be either physically and/or mechanically unable, due to injuries or entrapment, to exit their vehicle. The extrication training helps to ensure

that all first responders are up-to-date in the most current methods of patient aid/removal.”

The training was organized by Greenville Fire Lieutenant Brad Wilcox and Greenville Twp Rescue Chief Brian Phillips.

The cost was split among the city and township to ensure all emergency responders are educated and prepared to handle just about any possible scenario on the roadway.

“This was the first time for some of the new guys, but was a great way for some of us older guys to learn some new tricks,” noted Lt. Wilcox.

“This type of specialty training is extremely vital.

Construction of vehicles, technology of our equipment and techniques of how to extricate victims change often,” stated Chief Phillips. “Our goal with this training is to increase our knowledge base so we can safely and quickly extricate our victims from the wreckage.”

“These classes are not cheap and it was nice that we were able to have a

joint training and split the cost. We had beautiful weather, great instructors, generous donations from our community and a good attendance,” he added.

The departments would like to thank the following businesses for helping to make the

training possible: Wayne HealthCare, Oliver Funeral Home, One Shot Services, Hurd’s Towing, Johnson Towing & Recovery, Englewood Towing & Recovery, Darke County Fairgrounds and staff, John Hupman and the City of Greenville Street Department.

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

problem in Ohio.”

The forum, Hunt said “will give teens and adults an opportunity to learn and speak together. There shouldn’t be a barrier between adults and kids learning about drug abuse.

It starts in the home.”

Hunt said she believes adults need to learn to speak about drug use – including prescription drugs – with children.

“Learn not to be judgmental, kids take it that way. They think their parents and police are out to get them. We want the forum to be a place for open conversation between everyone,” Hunt said, including legislators who have been invited to answer questions.

According to the Ohio Department of Health, the state leads the nation in the number of opioid deaths reported in 2016, with a record 4,050 drug overdose deaths reported.

Prescription painkillers and heroin killed more than 33,000 people nationwide in 2015.

The Dec. 2 event will include a teen forum with a presentation from Tyler’s Light, a nonprofit that provides information and resources to help people choose a drug-free lifestyle. A town hall-style discussion also is planned with Jennifer Lloyd, director of drug abuse outreach programs with Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine’s office and Scott Duff, an agent with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation.

The panel includes Jennifer Lloyd who works for the attorney general’s office specifically on this issue. It also includes Agent Scott Duff from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation. Agent Duff has over 25 years of experience working with narcotics investigations.

A breakout session will be led by David Kohout of Talk is Cheap Inc., a nonprofit focusing on how to be active in the community to promote opioid prevention.

Also, the PHARMING Effects will include information on how the abuse of prescription drugs affects youth and how to prevent prescription drug misuse and abuse.

A breakout session for adults by the Prevention Action Alliance also is planned and will share why scare tactics don’t work and can be potentially harmful to young people.

Hunt is hopeful teens and adults from Darke County will take time to attend the forum.

“We want people to realize it’s not a race or poverty issue,” she said. “It’s become a middle class issue, and Darke County is middle class.”

Registration for Hope for Ohio is $10 per person and includes all materials and meals. which will be catered by OSU, Hunt said.

The deadline to register is Nov. 20. Contact Amy Fovargue at 740-3988397 or fovargue.l@osu. edu.

See more photos from the extrication training at bluebagmedia.com (Clinton Randall photo)

Crown finds temporary home in Greenville Hope for Ohio to offer platform for drug conversation ings until Crown recovers.

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Tornadoes that ripped through parts of Ohio recently left several businesses with unexpected challenges.

Celina was hit particularly hard and Crown Equipment suffered major damage to one of its buildings.

Fortunately, Greenville was able to step forward and offer one of its build-

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GREENVILLE – The office of The Early Bird and Bluebag Media will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23, and will reopen on Friday, Nov. 24, 8:30 a.m.

With the mid-week closing, deadlines for news releases, classified advertising and regular advertising will be moved up a day. News releases and classified advertising will be accepted until noon on Wednesday and regular advertising will be accepted until 5 p.m.

On Nov. 10, Crown Equipment began moving material into the Corning building on Martin Street.

They are leasing 148,000 square-feet of space on a short-term lease.

Randy Niekamp, vice president of Human Resources for Crown Equipment, said, “Crown Equipment continues to work on its recovery efforts following the tornado damage to its Celina plant. As part of these efforts, Crown has temporarily leased a building in Greenville, which will be used for the storage of incoming materials as well as material relocated from the damaged section of the Celina facility.” Niekamp continued, “As Crown works through this challenging situation, the company expresses its appreciation for the continued cooperation and support of its employees, suppliers and local communities.”

Niekamp did not share how long the company expects to use the Greenville facility.

COLUMBUS - Encouraging teens and adults to work together to combat Ohio’s growing opioid problem has become a mission for 2017 Greenville graduate Molly Hunt.

Now a student at The Ohio State University, Hunt and State FFA President Ryan Matthews will be hosting Hope for Ohio, a forum on the opioid crisis on Saturday, Dec. 2 at OSU. A collaborative effort between Ohio’s 4-H Health Heroes, the state’s FFA program, the Ohio Farm Bureau, and Prevention Action Alliance, the forum will give teens and adults the opportunity to ask questions and receive information concerning drug use.

Hunt, who is a 4-H Health Hero, said the group “talked about the problem. We know it’s going on in our communities and knew it was a huge

POLICE BEAT

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Man found overdosed at Walgreens offered immunity DRUGS On Nov. 12 an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to Walgreens on the report of a possible drug overdose.

Upon arrival, the ofďŹ cer found Jonathan Vanwicklin passed out in the men’s bathroom. He was partially clothed and held a needle in his hand.The

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ofďŹ cer laid the subject on the oor and covered him up with his coat. The ofďŹ cer searched Vanwicklin’s clothing to ensure it was safe for paramedics to treat him and found a baggie containing a white powdery substance. Paramedics administered NARCAN and Vanwicklin woke up, but refused to be transported to Wayne HealthCare for further treatment.

Vanwicklin was offered a possible immunity plan, which was explained to him by ofďŹ cers. He must report to the Darke County Prosecutor’s OfďŹ ce within 30 days for the immunity to be valid. The baggie containing the powdery substance was sent to BCI

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for evaluation in case Vanwicklin does not follow the immunity instructions and is charged.

On Nov. 9 an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to the 200 block of Anderson Avenue on a drug complaint. The complainant told police she believed she saw a baggie with drugs when she went to her adult son’s bedroom to locate a television. She asked the ofďŹ cer if he wanted to go upstairs to retrieve the baggie. The ofďŹ cer declined and asked the woman to bring him the baggie. When the complainant gave the ofďŹ cer the plastic bag he saw a large amount of what appeared to be crystal meth.

Another ofďŹ cer was called to the scene, while the ďŹ rst responding ofďŹ cer took the drugs to the police department to conduct a ďŹ eld test. The contents tested positive for methamphetamine. the ofďŹ cer returned to the residence and while speaking with ofďŹ cers, the complainant saw her son, Jason Thomas walking in the alley behind the residence. The ofďŹ cers detained Thomas on 12th Street. An investigation revealed Thomas was on probation through the Darke County Courts.

Thomas was transported to the police department where he was given a urine test, which tested positive for a number of drugs.

Thomas was incarcerated on a probation violation.

No further charges were given at the time.

On Nov. 10 an ofďŹ cer observed defendant Derick Burton walking along the 100 block of East Water Street. The ofďŹ cer knew Burton had an active warrant from Darke County

Municipal Court for failure to appear for trial on the original charge of possessing a drug abuse instrument. The ofďŹ cer also knew Burton had a probation revocation warrant through the Darke County Common Pleas Court. The ofďŹ cer pulled up beside Burton and made contact with him, telling him he was under arrest. Without being asked, Burton told the ofďŹ cer he had a syringe in his pocket. Another ofďŹ cer arrived on scene and the ofďŹ cers located the syringe inside Burton’s coat pocket. Burton said the syringe was “loadedâ€? with methamphetamine. The ofďŹ cer noticed the tube was ďŹ lled with a bloody liquid substance. The ofďŹ cers also searched Burton’s bookbag and found another syringe, which Burton said was his “back up.â€?

OfďŹ cers also found a plastic BB gun, which was not loaded. Burton was issued a citation for possession of a drug abuse instrument and was transported to the Darke County Jail where he was incarcerated.

CHILD ENDANGERING On Nov. 10 an ofďŹ cer responded to the 300 block of Harrison Avenue on the report of two young children outside without supervision. The complainant told police he saw the children on his porch when he arrived home. He thought the children lived next door. The complainant said he attempted to knock on the door, but there was no answer. The ofďŹ cer spoke with the children, ages 2 and 4, who were only wearing pajamas. One child had on socks, neither wore shoes.

The ofďŹ cer also attempted

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to locate an adult, but was unable to do so. He asked the four-year-old to show him how they got out of the house. The child proceeded to open the front door, which was unlocked. The ofďŹ cer noticed the home appeared to be vacant. The child began walking up the stairs. The ofďŹ cer followed and found a door that connected two apartments in the same structure. The ofďŹ cer knocked on the door and called the mother’s name. Chelsea Kiser answered and explained she had been asleep due to her work schedule. She said she was not aware the children were outside and said they were supposed to be sleeping as well. The ofďŹ cer learned Kiser had been given a warning for child endangering in April.

Kiser was cited for child endangering. According to the report, it was 28 degrees at the time the ofďŹ cer responded to the scene to ďŹ nd the two young children outside.

DUI On Nov. 15 an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to the 200 block of East Water Street in reference to subjects on the roof of a residence. When the ofďŹ cer arrived, he spoke with the complainant. At that time there were no subjects sitting on her roof. The ofďŹ cer also spoke with defendant Roger Baker, who said he left Tolly’s when he heard people might be on the complainant’s roof. Since he knew the mother of the complainant, he said he wanted to be sure everything was OK. The ofďŹ cer noticed the odor of alcohol coming from Baker. The ofďŹ cer also saw a can of beer sitting inside Baker’s truck. Baker agreed to ďŹ eld sobriety tests, on which he performed poorly. He was transported to the Greenville Police Department, where he also failed a breath test. Baker’s driving status was checked through the Ohio BMV, which showed he had no driving privileges due to a failure to reinstate due to a previous OVI suspension.

He also had prior OVI convictions in 1993 and 2013.

The defendant was placed under an ALS suspension due to the failed breath test and his driver’s license was seized. He was issued citations for OVI and failure to reinstate. He was warned about having an open container in his vehicle and was released to a friend.

On Nov. 11 an ofďŹ cer conducted a trafďŹ c stop on a vehicle with no lights on West Third Street near Sycamore. When the ofďŹ cer made contact with the driver, he detected a strong odor of alcohol coming from inside the vehicle.

The ofďŹ cer asked the driver, Jennifer Kiracofe for her license, proof of insurance and registration. She handed the ofďŹ cer a stack of napkins from the glove box. Kiracofe had slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. When asked if she’d been drinking, Kiracofe said she’d had a drink with

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She was transported to the Greenville Police Department where she agreed to perform a breathalyzer test. She was placed under administrative license suspension and issued a citation for OVI and driving without lights and was released to her mother.

ROBBERY On Nov. 15 an ofďŹ cer was called to Rural King on the report of a robbery. Upon arrival, the ofďŹ cer found the suspect, Damien King sitting on the oor with two employees watching over him.

The ofďŹ cer handcuffed King and placed him in the cruiser in order to speak with the employees. One of the employees said he recognized King as being in the store several times. The employee said he suspected King in previous thefts. The surveillance video from Nov. 15 shows King taking off his shoes and putting on a new pair of boots. He put his old shoes in the boot box. When King got up to walk away, management was called and he was caught attempting to leave the store without paying for the boots. During his attempt to escape, King damaged the exit doors, which is estimated to cost $2,900 to repair. King was charged with robbery, a third degree felony, and was incarcerated in the Darke County Jail.

VANDALISM On Nov. 9 an ofďŹ cer was dispatched to the 200 block of North Broadway in reference to a vandalism complaint. The owner of a 1993 Ford box truck found grafďŹ ti spray painted on the truck. The complainant said the truck had been parked at the business for about a year waiting on repairs. When he stopped by to check on the truck he found the word “smoreâ€? spray painted on the side.

The complainant said the grafďŹ ti had been painted sometime during the last month.

EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved. Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see. The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

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Board approves agreement with Urbana University

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Whirlpool will install wind turbines GREENVILLE – Whirlpool Corporation announced plans for three wind turbines to power its manufacturing facility in Greenville, and further build on the company’s 46-year commitment to sustainable manufacturing. Beginning construction in early 2018, the turbines will be the same as those developed for Whirlpool Corporation’s manufacturing facilities in Findlay, Marion, and Ottawa, and will be developed in coordination with One Energy Enterprises.

The three Greenville turbines will generate more than 12 million kWh annually and offset approximately 70 percent of the plant’s electricity consumption eliminating the equivalent of more than nine thousand annual tons of CO2. This is equivalent to generating enough clean energy to power more than 900 average American homes.

“By investing in on-site wind energy, we’re ensuring that Whirlpool Corporation is set up for success now and in the future, while also expanding the commitment to sustainability that is vital to our company,” said Ron Voglewede, Whirlpool Corporation Global Sustainability Director. “We are proud that this will be our fourth of five plants in Ohio to utilize sustainable energy, and we are committed to continuing to grow initiatives and projects like these that help reduce our overall

energy footprint.”

Similar to previous wind turbine projects, all three turbines will be built and financed by One Energy Enterprises as part of its Wind for Industry® projects. The Greenville plant is the latest Ohio facility where Whirlpool Corporation is implementing wind energy to partially power its manufacturing operations, following installation of wind turbines at facilities in Findlay, Marion, and Ottawa. The completion of these additional wind farms will potentially make Whirlpool Corporation one of the largest users of onsite wind energy of any Fortune 500 company in the United States. Greenville Operations manufactures stand mixers, stand mixer attachments and accessories, hand mixers, blenders, aerated beverage machines and cutlery blocks under the KitchenAid brand.

In addition to the wind turbines and as part of its continued commitment to the community surrounding the Greenville plant, Whirlpool Corporation will also create three $5,000 Megawatt Scholarships (one per turbine, for a total of $15,000 annually). These will be awarded annually for every year the turbines are in operation. The Megawatt Scholarships will be awarded annually to local high school graduates pursuing a two-year or fouryear STEM degree.

GREENVILLE – Greenville Board of Education on Thursday approved an agreement with Urbana University for the College Credit Program for the 2018-19 school year.

Greenville High School will partner with Urbana University, primarily to offer teacher prep courses.

Greenville also has agreements with Sinclair Community College and Edison Community College.

Also during their regular meeting Thursday, the board approved the purchase of a 2016 Ford Transit 250 cargo van from Dave Knapp Ford for a cost of $24,695.

The vehicle will replace the district’s current maintenance truck.

The board also approved an amendment to the original agreement between the school district and the board of trustees with Greenville Township Board of Trustees regarding the township’s purchase of the Woodland Primary site.

The original agreement, from December 2015 signs the Woodland property over to the township in August 2017.

Superintendent Doug Fries explained that due to demolition still taking place at Woodland, the agreement required amending the date to March 1, 2018.

On Nov. 3, the board held a special meeting to recommend the purchase and installation of two New Carrier 25-ton package replacement units at Memorial Hall. The units

will be purchased from Bolyard Heating & Cooling Inc. at a cost of $48,351.

Service will includes replacement of east and west Bryant packaged units currently servicing the auditorium, with the two new Carrier package units with curb adapters and smoke detectors and economiz-

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Ensemble shares Soulful Sounds of Christmas at Hayner TROY – Dianne (Hughes) Coble returns to her hometown to share some holiday cheer. Since 2012 this large choir has been sharing their message of joy in music by performing throughout the Midwest.

On Sunday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m., Dianne Coble will bring her choir back home to Troy, which is where she claims her roots. This 12+ member choir will be singing their holiday favorites with characteristic soulful rhythm and enthusiasm.

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vorite hymns and carols, and by all means, expect to leave with a big smile on your face. As Dianne says, “There is no greater means of expressing the season’s joy and uniting people than through music.” A variety of Christmas music is sure to have something for everyone.

The concert is presented free to the public because of the generosity of the citizens of Troy and their loyal sponsors. Learn more about Hayner’s cultural events and the good folks who support them at www.TroyHayner.org.

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LEGO League regional qualifier held at Versailles VERSAILLES – Versailles hosted the First LEGO

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The six advancing teams will attend the Sylvania/ BGSU District Championship to be held at Bowling Green State University Jan. 13.

Winners from district will then advance to the state championship being held at the Ervin J. Nutter Center on Feb. 3-4.

State winners will advance on to World Competition, which will be held in Detroit in April, where teams from around the world will compete.

Advancing teams (champions criteria based) include: Ft. Loramie Robotics Club, Thunderbots (Ft. Loramie); Wildbots (Hardin-Houston); RoboDogs (Marion Local); Robo Cougars 2 (VanWert); Lego Legends (Coldwater); Ft. Loramie Robotics Club Hy-

Twenty LEGO League robotics teams from around the region recently competed in a regional qualifier at Versailles.

din-Houston); Local spirit award: New Bremen Blox & Botz (New Bremen); project award: Robo Cougars (Van Wert); core value award: Lego My Eggo (Coldwater); robot design: Ft. Loramie Robotics Club Hydrobots; robot performance: Ft. Loramie Robotics Club Hydrobots.

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GREENVILLE – Jonathan P. Hein, judge of the Darke County Court of Common Pleas, reported on the following actions undertaken by the court for the month of October 2017.

Twenty-nine new civil cases were filed or reopened; 32 civil cases were

completed; 129 civil cases remain pending.

There were 28 new criminal (felony) cases filed; 25 criminal cases were completed; and 79 criminal cases remain pending.

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Carol sing-a-long and holiday decorating TROY – The Hayner will host a Christmas Carol Sing-a-long in the Ballroom on Friday, Dec. 8, 7-9 p.m.

David Wion will lead the singing of beloved carols of the holiday season. Rachael Boezi, the Troy First United Methodist Church Choir and the Troy First United Church of Christ Choir will share music as well.

On the first floor, David Fair, well known interior designer, will share Holiday decorating tips. The evening will be divided into two sessions. The first session will be from 7:15-8 p.m. and the second session will be from 8:15-9 p.m. Tickets for both

sessions will be given out beginning at 7 p.m. on Dec. 8. You will not want to miss this opportunity to enjoy the beautifully decorated Hayner mansion, sing your favorite carols, and learn professional holiday decorating tips. This event is free and open to the public.

The Troy-Hayner Cultural Center is proudly supported by the citizens of the Troy City School District through a local tax levy and

generous gifts to the Friends of Hayner.

Troy-Hayner Cultural Center is located at 301 West Main Street, Troy.

Hours of operation are Monday 7-9 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 5-9 p.m., and Sunday, 1-5 p.m. The Hayner Center is closed on holidays. For more information, visit www.troyhayner.org or call (937) 339-0457.

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GREENVILLE – The Darke Elks Benevolence Group presented several local organizations with annual donations Monday evening at their lodge in Greenville. This year’s funding was given out to the Darke County Sheriff Office’s Warm Winter Wear, the Boy’s & Girl’s Club, VA Hospital, Shriners Hospital and the Darke County Crime Stoppers.

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Where’s the Money Coming From

Since Darke County is entering the ďŹ ght against drug companies, where is the money coming from to pay the lawyers? I realize there is not supposed to be any fees unless we lose, which we will.

I get Oxycodone prescribed by a pain doctor. We who have chronic pain, and yes there are a lot of people who have chronic pain, have to deal with all this getting our meds legally and the pain. Our pain is not imagined. It is real. Some have it worse than others. We have to go to the doctor once a month to get a script for the meds. We are subjected to a urine test periodically. If we don’t have insurance, it can be very costly. We can only get a certain amount of drugs at a time. I am on Medicare, so I am covered for the doctor fee but those that don’t have insurance, I cannot imagine the cost to them. Our Governor wants us to only get a few pills at a time. That means that we would have to go to the doctor every few days to get a new script for more and we have to show photo ID when we pick the meds up from the pharmacy. I don’t know where the illegal drug dealers get their supply. Maybe I am naive but don’t be blaming those of us who need with the epidemic.

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Rivalry week is all year at my house

Seeking healthcare price transparency COLUMBUS — State Representative Stephen Huffman (R-Tipp City) recently announced new legislation he plans to introduce regarding healthcare price transparency in the state of Ohio.

In a press conference at the Ohio Statehouse, Huffman shared the bill aims to address issues brought forward by the medical community concerning the current statute on healthcare price transparency. Rep. Huffman worked with various organizations, such as the Ohio Hospital Association and the Ohio State Medical Association, to clarify the language while also ensuring that Ohio’s patients are aware of price estimates and anticipated out-of-pocket costs when they receive medical care.

Provisions in the bill include:  Requiring a healthcare provider, upon request, to provide a good-

faith estimate for each scheduled service (a service or procedure scheduled at least seven days in advance)  Specifying that the estimate must contain the anticipated cost to the patient, as well as a notiďŹ cation if the provider is out-of-network  Requiring a health plan issuer to provide a good-faith estimate for each service that a provider seeks preauthorization for “I believe that transparency will further enable patients to make informed decisions regarding their care and it is my hope that this will help reduce overall healthcare costs,â€? Rep. Huffman said. “I look forward to working with my colleagues and interested parties to move this legislation through the process and get this important policy implemented in Ohio.â€?

Ohio State vs. Michigan, Duke vs. North Carolina, USC vs. UCLA, Texas vs. Oklahoma are deďŹ nitely considered some of the top rivalries in the country. Who doesn’t like to see two teams go head-to-head?

Even in down years for either team, it is still a huge unknown as to how the matchup will unfold.

No matter how bad they are that year, they usually ďŹ nd a way to hype themselves up for the big game.

How could I forget one of the biggest rivalries I’ve ever seen – my oldest daughter vs. my youngest daughter?

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My youngest can barely throw a tiny super-bouncy ball across the room.

If it gets a good bounce it will make it.

It seems like my youngest has always lived in my oldest daughter’s shadow. At 5’ 11� and muscles ripping through her shirt and pants she tends to cast a large shadow. As she has often refers to herself, she is thiccccc.

Until this year, I’ve never heard my youngest daughter set goals. I was beginning to worry that she would live with us until she was 40 or we passed away – whichever comes ďŹ rst. We still don’t know what she wants to do in life and I’m hoping her goal isn’t to ďŹ nd a sugar daddy, but at least she is making small strides in setting goals.

Her goals this year include earning more trophies in dog shows at the fair than my oldest did and to be recognized in ways my oldest wasn’t.

She has a very good

start on the ďŹ rst goal.

With a few more years of showing dogs, my youngest is tied with my oldest for number of trophies.

All she needs is one more trophy to take the lead and she is determined to be better than her sister at this. In my mind she’s already won. My oldest earned her awards with a Golden Retriever – one of the smartest dogs you can show. My youngest has done it with a Chihuahua – a breed that’s not known for a stellar dog IQ, but it’s probably the best dog we have because of the training she’s had.

A few weeks ago, my daughter came home excited to announce she was selected to the OMEA Honors Choir with students from several other schools. My oldest did not have this accomplishment.

My wife and I looked at each other with a puzzled “how did that happenâ€? look on our faces. We’ve both heard her sing in the car, but for some reason it sounds different when she’s on stage. I was extremely happy for her‌ well, until I learned I was

going to have to give up my Sunday to sit through a concert.

A couple days ago, my youngest came home excited again. This time she was beaming because she knew she was going to get to do something my oldest never did. She and a handful of other students chosen for the choir are going to be honored during a school board meeting for their accomplishment.

For all of the honors and accomplishments my oldest daughter received while wearing her high school uniform and representing the school district, she was never honored by the district.

The school never put her name on their message board outside wishing her well at state, she never got to run the hallway when she earned a trip to nationals, and nothing was ever said when she ďŹ nished sixth in the nation while wearing her school colors. She was very disappointed.

Needless to say, my youngest was eager to let my oldest know she was going to be recognized by the district.

Protecting seniors from rising costs O h i o seniors’ medical costs are too high – and unless Congress SHERROD acts now, BROWN they’ll face U.S. SENATOR a tax hike next year on top of that.

Even with Medicare, too often our seniors face extra healthcare costs for prescription drugs, copays, and therapies. And anyone on a ďŹ xed income can tell you these costs add up quickly.

That’s why Senator Portman and I teamed up with a bipartisan group of Senators and AARP to introduce legislation to stop this tax hike from going into effect by maintain

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Right now, a higher tax threshold is set to take effect this upcoming tax ďŹ ling season, and could result in a higher tax bill for many Ohio seniors. Our bill, the Seniors Tax Hike Prevention Act, would ensure we maintain the current tax deduction threshold for two additional years, so Ohio seniors can have peace of mind that their taxes won’t go up because of sky-high medical bills.

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FAIRBORN – The Versailles Lady Tigers defeated the State’s No. 1 ranked OHSAA Division III volleyball team to earn the 2017 State Championship trophy by a 3-2 score over fellow Midwest Athletic Conference (MAC) Coldwater, a Lady Cavaliers team that earned the season’s MAC league title.

“We knew it was going to be a battle and Coldwater is such a good team,” said Versailles coach Kenzie Bruggeman. “We just prepared and kept grinding, chop wood, carry water – so it’s just been a mentality that we’ve had all season.”

“We both come from the MAC. We both essentially had the same schedule and preparation leading up to this point,” continued Bruggeman.

“We knew it was just go-

ing to be a battle, and we had a good feeling that it was probably going to go five as well. We had that battle against Miami East and we were just ready to take it on and enjoy that competition.”

“You are taxed and just pressured every point in the MAC conference, and that makes us better,” Coldwater coach Nikki Etzler stated. “And it makes them stronger mentally, it makes them play cohesively as a unit, and that’s only going to serve them well in life.”

The Lady Cavaliers earned the MAC league title with a season win that include a 3-1 win over the Versailles Lady Tigers.

“We didn’t play our best game against them, but that was our goal at the end – we can face them again, and I think they might have had a little bit of extra confidence coming in knowing they beat us in four in (the regular)

season,” Versailles senior Ellen Peters noted.

“I think we had the extra fire to drive us to win this game,” The match needed a full five sets to name the state champion team with Versailles claiming the Gold Trophy with scores of 2225, 25-20, 25-19, 21-25 and 15-9.

“The first day of practice this is what we all talked about,” Versailles senior Danielle Winner said. “We said we wanted to go to state and we wanted to win. And today we’re sitting here with a gold medal around our neck.

We did it.”

The deciding set had Versailles trailing by two at 3-1, 5-3 and 6-4 before pulling even at 6-6 only to have Coldwater go back up 7-6.

Versailles needed backto-back points to lead 8-7 with Coldwater getting even at 8-8 in the final set played to 15 points.

Lady Patriots ready to hit floor running

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

NEW MADISON – The Tri-Village Lady Patriots will have two returning starters for the 2017-2018 basketball season.

“We’re really young but I think our young talent has a chance to blossom,” said Coach Brad Gray. “I think early on we are going to go through some growing pains just trying to figure out how to adjust to the varsity style of play.

A lot of these players were JV players last year but they were on a JV team that only lost one or two games.”

Coach Gray will be looking to a strong sophomore class to lead the Lady Patriots in the new season.

“The talent is good,” Gray noted. “We are probably going to be starting four sophomores and a junior.”

“We have two returning starters in Trisa Porter and Emma Printz,” continued Gray. “Emma is a junior, has been a varsity player since her freshman year and started last year as a sophomore. Trisa is a sophomore who started last year as a freshman for us, so both of the girls have played in a lot of big games even though they are both still young.”

“Our other kids that are probably going to start are Lissa Siler, Andi Bietry and Maddie Downing,” shared Gray. “We have some kids

The 2017 Versailles Lady Tigers OHSAA D-III State Championship Volleyball team. (Gaylen Blosser photso)

The Versailles Lady Tigers proved they are the state’s best team outscoring the Lady Cavaliers 7-1 to earn a 15-9 set three victory and claim the OHSAA 2017 D-III Volleyball State Championship Trophy.

“Once we hit nine, I

think there were five, maybe even six of the seniors on the court,” Coach Bruggeman said of the Lady Tigers final push.

“They all looked at each other and said, ‘Let’s go and finish it out,’” Seven seniors suited up

for their final career high school match wearing the Orange and Black for the Lady Tigers volleyball team: Payton Berger, Mallory Marshal, Kami McEldowney, Cassie Peters, Ellen Peters, Kate Stammen and Danielle Winner.”

Green Wave inaugural Boys Basketball Preview draws large numbers

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

Tri-Village veteran Lady Patriots basketball coach Brad Gray. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

off the bench; Loren Flory a senior, Autaum Moore a senior who has been a two year varsity kid, Madison Foreman (sophomore) and Peyton Bietry (junior) and we have a senior, Kayla Burke. That rounds out our varsity lineup.”

The TV girls may not have the size as most teams in the past, but with a quick four guard lineup, Coach Gray believes the team will hold its own.

“We are really athletic,” Gray said. “Our size is not the best. This is one of the shorter teams I have had.

Rebounding was one of my main concerns coming into the year and right now that looks like an area we seem to be holding our own.”

“We are kind of a four guard lineup, so we have four kids all on the floor at one time that can all shoot the ball a little bit. We have three kids that we are trying to get the ball in their hands who are shooters.”

“I like our ability to

shoot from the perimeter,” continued Gray. “We don’t want to rely on the threeball all the time, but that is something that we feel like we can go to if teams are going to zone us. We feel like we can mix in some outside shots.”

Coach Gray believes athleticism will be the team’s strength.

“Young but kind of experienced,” said Gray.

“Those are our biggest strengths right now. We run the floor really well because of our athleticism.”

“Our depth seems to be pretty good,” Gray added.

“Normally I don’t feel comfortable going beyond six kids, sometimes I’ll play that seventh kid a little bit but this year I really feel like nine, 10 kids can get some minutes for us even in games that are tight down the stretch. We’ll see how that plays out. I feel pretty confident in the kids that we have.”

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GREENVILLE – The Greenville Boys Basketball Program held their inaugural ‘Green Wave Boys Basketball Preview’ fund raiser, Saturday, in the GHS gymnasium.

“We had tremendous support from the community, sponsorship for the event and tremendous support from all the parents of my kids,” said an appreciative Greenville varsity coach Kyle Joseph. “They are the ones that worked the concessions, took tickets and did all sorts of different things to help me.”

The evening provide an opportunity for fans to be introduction to each of the 2017-18 basketball teams and cheerleaders. The preview was capped off with a full four-quarter intrasquad scrimmage.

“The support we received from community members is a big for us,” Joseph stated. “We want to have fun, but as a fund raiser this is what we use to help run our program.”

“A large chunk of the money – the most important is to fund our summer events,” said Joseph. “We will do shootouts again this summer but my goal is to start doing overnight camps so the kids don’t have to worry about it (finances). We’re going to be at summer events and we

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Greenville fan Dan Franz, “Basketball Grandpa” competes in shooting contest at GHS Boys Basketball Preview. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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“Those events are great.

Not only do we use those camps as part of our 10 coaching days during the summer to get better as a team, but they are so valuable just from a bonding standpoint, from a standpoint of getting high schoolers to a college campus who may have never been to a college campus before.”

“Just try to get them excited about those kind of things, not necessarily because you want to play basketball in college but just about going to college,” added Coach Joseph.

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Versailles’ Justin Ahrens sings with The Versailles’ Cole Niekamp signs Ohio State Buckeyes basketball program with Ohio State Buckeyes Baseball

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VERSAILLES – Justin Ahrens met with family and friends Saturday morning after ofďŹ cially signing earlier in the week to play basketball for Ohio State University men’s basketball program. “It’s been fun – This is a day I’ve dreamed of all my life,â€? said Ahrens. “Ever since the ďŹ fth grade I’ve been working real hard, watched my brother grow up. He’s kind of led the way for me, so it’s been good.â€? “It’s a great day for him,â€? said Versailles varsity boys basketball coach Travis Swank. “He’s earned everything that he’s received.

He’s always in the gym working hard.â€? “I’m just proud of him that he picked a school where he really wanted to go,â€? added Swank. “I think Coach Holtmann and his staff have a great, great inuence on him and will put him in the right spots of where he’ll be successful as he goes along his Ohio State career.â€?

Originally giving his verbal commitment to the Buckeyes in 2016, Ahrens decommitted with the ďŹ ring of OSU head coach Thad Matta.

OSU’s new coach Chris Holtmann, a Taylor University graduate was successful in his pursuit of Ahrens with the Versailles senior selecting OSU to

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

Versailles High School’s Justin Ahrens with staff at college singining.

(Front L-R) Kevin Ahrens (father), Justin Ahrens and Susan Ahrens (mother). (Gaylen Blosser photo)

continue his education while taking his basketball skills to the next level. “Obviously with the ďŹ ring of Coach Matta, that was my reason for decommitting,â€? Ahrens said. “I was conďŹ dent in him. I was hoping to change the program around, but obviously with the hiring of Coach Holtmann it’s a major change. They’re looking to turn things around so it’s going to be good. I’m excited for the future.â€?

Ahrens is lone Ohio player of the four recruits to sign with the Buckeyes Class of 2018. “I think it helps in the future classes,� Ahrens said of his OSU signing. “Coach kind of told me this is a big commitment for this state. This is something the state’s been looking for – an in-state kid to come in. It’s going to help the future classes. I’ve been talking to a bunch

of the younger guys in the following grades, trying to get them to come to Ohio State.� “We’re just looking to help turn this program around, and we’re looking for the best of it,� Ahrens stated of his goals along with the 2018 OSU recruits. “We’re looking to get a Big Ten Championship, National Championships, Final Fours, just keep on winning. We’re looking forward to it.�

Ahrens, the son of Kevin and Susan Ahrens is looking forward to contributing to the Buckeyes basketball program but not before he takes the court for his ďŹ nal season with the Versailles Tigers basketball team. “It’s going to be a great year at Versailles,â€? said Ahrens. “We’re looking to have a great year. It’s going to be fun. We’ve been working real hard.â€?

Coach Venesky takes over Lady Blackhawks basketball program

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY – First year Mississinawa Valley varsity girls basketball coach Vance Venesky brings a winning experience to the young Lady Blackhawks program.

Coach Venesky comes from the Twinsburg area where he was involved in two Twinsburg Lady Tigers Division I state championship teams. “We’re going to be young and inexperienced which we will have to overcome but it’s a great group of girls,� said Venesky. “I have a good idea of what their strengths and weaknesses are.�

Venensky takes over a young team with limited varsity experience that includes one senior and eight freshmen heading into the 2017-2018 season. “I only have one girl who has any kind of varsity experience,� said Venesky. “Everybody else has never played varsity so that’s go-

ing to be a challenge in its self. I looking for them to improve as we go and to compete for the CCC (Cross County Conference).� “I know the conference pretty well,� added Venesky. “I was following Covington all last year and they were one of the better teams.�

The Lady Blackhawks will ďŹ eld a varsity team with eight players and a JV squad with seven members making up the team. “The big thing that I have been stressing to them all year is that we need to play defense,â€? noted Venesky. “Trying to teach them how to be in a defensive position so we’re working on that. We’re going to be more of a pressure defense rather than a defense that stands three or four feet away from the person that has the ball.â€? “I came down here for my real job which is a controller of a construction company in Troy,â€? noted Venesky. “One of the prerequisites of me coming

out there. Never gets too up, never gets too down. He’s just battling every time. A lot of guys show their emotions too much and it gets to them.

He’s a guy that is even keel the whole time.�

With one season of Tigers baseball remaining, Niekamp hopes to help his team reach lofty goals in the spring. “It should be a good year for us,� Niekamp said. “We’re hoping to make it pretty far in tournament and hopefully win the MAC again this year.�

Niekamp took time to thank those that helped him get to this special day in his baseball career. “I would like to thank my parents ďŹ rst of all for helping me, spending a lot of time and money with me,â€? said Niekamp. “I would like to thank all my coaches that have helped me throughout my career.â€?

Lady Wave meets Lady Jets in early scrimmage

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

PITSBURG – The Greenville Lady Wave JV and varsity teams traveled to Franklin Monroe Monday night to face the Lady Jets in an early season basketball scrimmage.

The scrimmage between the two Darke County schools gave both Franklin Monroe Coach Abbey Moore and Greenville Coach Rachael Kerns an opportunity to evaluate their team’s progress to date. “Somethings I thought

we ďŹ nished well which is a good sign,â€? said Moore. “That means we can play with our legs tired.â€? “We need to do a better job of taking care of the basketball,â€? said Kerns. “Have to get to the free throw line more and ďŹ nish them.â€? “Greenville came out and ran the oor and pushed our girls up and down the oor at the beginning,â€? Moore said. “I think that made my girls wake up a little bit.

Monday’s are always difďŹ cult. I think we were a little rusty tonight, had a lot of

turnovers – we have to get those sharpened up.â€? “Tonight showed some areas we really need to work on as we move forward this season,â€? noted Kerns. “Our effort, our intensity – that was there,â€? Moore stated. “That’s something we preach every day. Anybody who steps on the oor knows they have to give it their all,â€? “Franklin Monroe has a nice team and will win many games this season,â€? Kerns concluded. “They are well coached and athletic.â€?

down here was that if I could ďŹ nd a coaching job I would. I had to actually make sure I liked the place down here before I committed to doing that and went looking for a head coaching job and Mississinawa Valley seemed like a good ďŹ t for me.â€? “I can’t wait for us to get started and see how we do,â€? concluded Venesky.

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(Front L-R) Stan Niekamp (father), Cole Niekamp, Diane Niekamp (mother), (Back L-R) Versailles assistant baseball coach Brad Koopman, Versailles baseball coach Ryan Schlater and Versailles Athletic Director Doug Giere. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

First year Mississinawa Valley Lady Blackhawks varsity basketball coach Vance Venesky. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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Versailles senior Cole Niekamp signed to play baseball for The Ohio State University. “I wanted to be a part of Buckeye Nation for a long time now just growing up a Buckeye fan,� said Kniekamp. “When the opportunity came up I couldn’t pass.�

The son of Stan and Diane Niekamp signed to pitch for the Buckeyes Tuesday evening at Versailles High School.

Niekamp, a 6’2â€? righthanded pitcher led Versailles this past season with a 1.56 ERA and 66 strikouts in 45 innings pitched. As a sophomore Niekamp posted a 2.78 ERA and 36 strikeouts across 40 1/3 innings helping lead the Tigers to the Ohio High School Athletic Association ďŹ nal four. “I think he is going to do well,â€? said Versailles baseball coach Ryan Schlater. “He’s got the prototypical size of a right handed pitcher, he’s big, strong, throws hard.

He’s working on those offspeed pitches so I think that is a great ďŹ t for him.â€?

Niekamp is one of six pitchers to commit to the Buckeyes for the 2018 season. “We’ve been pretty lucky to have some guys go some places,â€? said Schlater. “Ohio State is deďŹ nitely one of the biggest schools that we been

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Arcanum, Greenville earn state’s Momentum Award

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – Two local schools have received honors from the State Board of Education.

Arcanum Butler Middle School and Greenville Junior High have each earned a Momentum Award for their efforts on the state report card.

Schools who earn straight A’s on all of their report card value-added measures receive the award.

The school must have at least two value-added subgroups of students, which includes gifted, lowest 20 percent achievement, and students with disabilities.

This is the second year in a row that Arcanum Butler Middle School has been

rewarded for their efforts, said Marcus Bixler, principal. “Last year there were 50 middle schools, this year we are one of 85,� Bixler said, praising his students, staff and parents. “It takes a comprehensive community effort to make this happen,� he said.

Bixler said staff had focused on identifying speciďŹ c strategies to work with students for classroom learning and state testing. “Our staff has done a great job identifying these needs,â€? he said.

Bixler also noted the recent consistency with the state standards has helped students meet requirements for state testing.

Chris Mortensen, principal for Greenville’s seventh- and eighth-graders, said this was the ďŹ rst time the junior high has received the Momentum Award. “We’re excited to see that was the case,â€? Mortensen said. “Our math department in particular has worked very hard with students to meet their needs and build a stronger curriculum. They took it and ran really hard with it.â€?

With the new 5-8 middle school structure, Mortensen said the entire staff has been focused on improving student achievement and performance. “We’ve been working together, creating teams to make these things come together and happen.�

VAM continues vets tribute on Nov. 19 VERSAILLES – The Versailles Area Museum’s hosting of its Veteran’s Day Commemoration was well received that they will offer this tribute for one more Sunday. The Children’s book by Margot Theis Raven which tells the story of preparing the table for the soldier that is not coming home. Either a POW or MIA, the soldier will not be breaking bread with their family. The story came out of the Vietnam Era by a group known as the Red River Fighting Pilots Association, as a way to honor their lost brethren.

The book is entitled “America’s White Table� and shares the symbolic table and its missing guest.

The Versailles Area Museum will place a special focus on this table in their Military Room. Along with many photos of those who have served and special memorabilia the room will be softly illuminated for reection.

This also marks the 100th anniversary of America’s entry into World War I. The room features several important artifacts from this war.

They are also privileged to have a video of a recent interment of a veteran at Arlington National Cemetery. This beautifully ďŹ lmed and stirring tribute

will be shown continuously on the big screen in the Military Room. The video is through the courteous of Leo and Janet Rinderle.

Join them for this continuing remembrance on Nov. 19. The museum is open from 1-4 p.m.

DCHD lists holiday hours GREENVILLE – The Darke County Health Department will be closed for the holidays on Nov. 23 and 24; Dec. 25 and 26; and Jan. 1. Also, there will be no immunization clinic on Tuesday, Dec. 12, due to trainings. Their regular clinic hours are on Tuesdays, 8-10:30 a.m., and 2-5 p.m., on a walk-in basis with no appointment needed.

The Health Department has vaccines for all ages, and can accept Medicare, Medicaid and several Private Insurances.

They also have an adult vaccine program through the Ohio Department of Health that provides vaccines at a reduced cost for eligible clients. Flu vaccine is still currently available, from ages 6 months to adults.

If there are any questions, call the Health Department at 937-548-4196. Their ofďŹ ce is located at 300 Garst Ave., Greenville.

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State of the Heart joins Giving Tuesday GREENVILLE – State of the Heart Care has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide.

Occurring this year on Nov. 28, #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday to kick off the holiday giving season and inspire people to collaborate in improving their local communities and to give back in impactful ways to the charities and causes they support.

State of the Heart Care decided to join the movement as a way to introduce the online giving tool Giving Fuel, which makes it easy for donors to contribute to the non-profit organization via phone, computer, or tablet.

“We are so excited to join this movement,” Coordinator Sara Joseph said.

“We have so many wonderful donors every year, but most of our donations come through the mail. We are using Giving Tuesday as a way to show donors how easy it is to donate via the internet. This is our first live fundraiser, and I’m really looking forward to being able to see the donations come through in real time. I encourage anyone

Construction on SR 705

DARKE COUNTY – The Ohio Department of Transportation announced State Route 705 near Groff Road will experience daily lane closures from Nov. 27 through Dec. 11. The closures will occur from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. One lane will remain open for travel in each direction through the use of flaggers.

to donate anything big or small- my five year old has already pledged a dollar to the cause, and that dollar means more to our organization than he could ever know.”

92Y − a cultural center in New York City that, since 1874, has been bringing people together around its core values of community service and giving back − conceptualized #GivingTuesday as a new way of linking individuals and causes to strengthen communities and encourage giving. In 2016, the fifth year of #GivingTuesday, millions of people in 98 countries came together to give back and

support the causes they believe in. Over $177 million was raised online to benefit a tremendously broad range of organizations, and much more was given in volunteer hours, donations of food and clothing, and acts of kindness.

“We have been incredibly inspired by the generosity in time, efforts and ideas that have brought our concept for a worldwide movement into reality,” said Henry Timms, founder of #GivingTuesday and executive director of 92Y. “As we embark on our sixth year of #GivingTuesday, we are encouraged by the early response from partner’s ea-

ger to continue making an impact in this global conversation.”

Those who are interested in joining State of the Heart Care’s #GivingTuesday initiative can be on the lookout for more posts from State of the Heart over the upcoming weeks, with the Giving Tuesday webpage going live on November 28. For more details about the #GivingTuesday movement, visit the #GivingTuesday website (www.givingtuesday.org), Facebook page (https://www.facebook. com/GivingTuesday) or follow @GivingTues and the #GivingTuesday hashtag on social media.

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Reid Health Medicare Advantage network WAYNE CO., Ind. – Wayne County residents with Medicare can now consider the Reid Health Alliance Medicare Advantage plan during open enrollment this Fall.

“At Reid Health, part

of our ‘right beside you’ promise means choosing a Medicare Advantage partner carefully and with our patients top of mind,” said Craig Kinyon, president/ CEO of Reid Health. “Partnering with Midwest-based

Health Alliance helps us meet that promise,” he said when the plan was announced last year.

“We know our patients will receive high-quality coverage and excellent customer service.”

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Most people with Medicare living in Wayne, Fayette, Randolph, Henry, Franklin and Union counties in Indiana and Preble and Darke counties in Ohio have until Dec. 7 to choose their 2018 Medicare Advantage coverage.

“We are proud to offer Medicare Advantage in this region to give seniors an alternative,” said James C. Leonard, M.D., president and CEO of Health Alliance and Carle health system.

“Health Alliance partners with providers like Reid Health who are equally committed to quality of care and understand collaboration among providers, patients and the health plan can achieve the best health outcomes for each member.

“Together, we will bring a new level of excellence in coverage, care coordination and collaboration for Medicare beneficiaries in the region.”

Medicare Advantage plans, also called Part C plans, take the place of Original Medicare. They combine Part A (hospital), Part B (doctor’s office) and Part D (prescription) into one easy package.

Reid Health Alliance Medicare Advantage plans also feature additional services: * Dental and hearing coverage * Travel assistance * Flexible fitness program * Health and Wellness incentive program Those selecting health coverage can find help at the Reid Health Alliance Medicare office, 600 E. Main St., Richmond.

The Medicare Annual Election Period, when most seniors must choose their health plan for the following year, is Oct. 15 through Dec. 7. For information about plans, providers and more, please visit HealthAllianceMedicare.org.

For more information on the plan, call 1-877-7493002 or join a licensed sales agent at Southeastern Insurance Agency, Brookville, 10 a.m. Dec. 2, and 6 p.m.

Dec. 4.

GHS Principal Stan Hughes, center with Kiwanis Students of the Month Grace Coakley and Alex Vehre. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

GHS students of the month named

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Kiwanis recognized students of the month from Greenville High School on Nov. 15.

Alex Vehre, son of John and Beth Vehre, is active with the GHS orchestra, Academic Club and National Honor Society, First Presbyterian Youth Group, the Dayton Philharmonic Youth Orchestra and plays violin in a wedding quartet.

Vehre said he enjoys problem solving and math and plans to use these disciplines in the field of engineering following high school graduation.

Also recognized as a

student of the month was Grace Coakley, daughter of Scott and Stephanie Lind.

Coakley is a member of the GHS National Honor Society, Varsity Track, SADD Club, Spanish Club, Key Club, Varsity Cross Country and We Are the Majority.

She also is involved with the Healthy Kids Running Series, YOLO Festival of Races, Riptide Youth Running Club and has volunteered with the backpack stuffing program.

Coakley plans to attend a four-year university to major in data analytics.

AUXILIARY HOSTS MARKET

NEW MADISON – Unit #245 American Legion Auxiliary members Mary Straszheim and Alene Mogle put their thinking caps on to dream up delicious recipes for the Sunday, Dec. 3 Sugar Plum Market to be held at Post #245, 242 Fayette St., New Madison. The bake sale will begin at 10 a.m. with a wide selection including apple butter, pies, cakes, breads and candies, including holiday lollipops. This event is one of the ways the auxiliary uses to finance benefits to veterans organizations such as Journey Home, VA Hospital and the USO.

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WHC sponsors 14th annual horse parade GREENVILLE - As part of its commitment to the local community, Wayne HealthCare is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor of the 14th annual Hometown Holiday Horse Parade on Saturday, November 18th in downtown Greenville.

The 2017 Hometown Holiday Horse Parade, hosted

by Main Street Greenville, will feature entertainment leading up to the grand parade, which will begin at 7 pm. The lighted event includes 70+ horse entries and brings an estimated 8,000+ spectators into the downtown area. This event has become an annual holiday tradition for local families and visitors.

“Our commitment to provide quality care and promote wellness close to home is at the forefront of everything we do for the community,” said Terri Flood, Wayne HealthCare Marketing Director. “We are proud to continue our Platinum Sponsorship and support a great event for all to enjoy.”

Wayne HealthCare provides inpatient, outpatient

Terri Flood, director of marketing at Wayne HealthCare presents their donation to Crysta Hutchinson, executive director of Main Street Greenville.

and emergency services to patients. Additional services include a nationally recognized cancer center, telemedicine, rehabilitation services, diagnostic imaging, perioperative services and community wellness programs.

“We are very grateful for Wayne HealthCare’s sponsorship of the Hometown Holiday Horse Parade and their support of Main Street Greenville’s mission,” said Crysta Hutchinson, executive director of Main Street Greenville. “We are working to provide a healthy and enjoyable quality of life here in Greenville and Wayne HealthCare con-

tinually partners with us to encourage people to stay active and get involved. They are dedicated to seeing this community thrive.”

Main Street Greenville also thanks the many other local businesses who help to sponsor this annual event, a full list of sponsors can be found on their website.

This year’s Platinum Parade Sponsors are Wayne Healthcare, Greenville Federal, Interim HealthCare, and Edison Community College. “We are thankful for our sponsors’ support.

Many of our sponsors are continued sponsors who help us create this event for our community each year,” said Peggy Schultz, board president for Main Street Greenville.

Please visit www.downtowngreenville.org or www. facebook.com/mainstreetgreenville for more information about Main Street Greenville and the 14th Annual Hometown Holiday Horse Parade. If you have any questions, you can contact them at 937-548-4998 or info@mainstreetgreenville.org.

Edison Foundation and Global Giving Tuesday PIQUA – The Edison Foundation at Edison State Community College has joined Giving Tuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities, and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Donations made to the Edison Foundation on Giving Tuesday will directly benefit the Edison Foundation Scholarship Fund to support Edison State students through scholarship opportunities.

Occurring this year on Nov. 28, Giving Tuesday is held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday to kick off the holiday giving season and inspire people to collaborate in improving their local communities and to give back in impactful ways to the charities and causes they support.

The Edison Foundation joined the Giving Tuesday movement to further support its mission to assist the students of Edison State Community College in meeting their educational goals and dreams. Edison State is a vibrant college providing educational opportunity to anyone desiring it. The Edison Foundation invites community members to help pave the path to these scholarship opportunities through the Giving Tuesday

Wyatt King

effort.

Students who receive scholarships are encouraged by the generosity coming from community members.

Wyatt King, of Greenville, is pursuing an Associate of Applied Science degree and is majoring in Agriculture Business. In 2018, King will become Edison State’s first agriculture graduate and will either continue on the path toward a bachelor’s degree or enter the workforce.

“The scholarship I received will help to lighten the financial burden of college and help me to reach my goal of graduating without any debt,” said King.

“I will then be able to fully focus on my career without having to worry about my financial state. By doing this, I then hope to try to give back to other students, allowing them to achieve their goals as well.”

Those who are interested in joining The Edison Foundation’s Giving Tuesday initiative and supporting students like Wyatt King with scholarship opportunities can visit www.edisonohio. edu/foundation.

For more details about the Giving Tuesday movement, visit the Giving Tuesday website at www.givingtuesday.org.

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OBITUARIES

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BROWN

– Steve Brown passed away in Port Orange, Fla. on Oct. 21, 2017. He was born in Greenville, Ohio.

He became involved in music percussion and developed his skills playing vibes in high school.

He played percussion and assisted with his music instructor’s band, The Johnny McCoy Orchestra.

Around age 20 he packed up his vibes and went to Daytona Beach, Fla. For 23 years Steve made his way playing vibes all around Daytona Beach motels such as the Pirates Cove, AkuTiki Lounge, and the Marriott; dining venues such as Blackbeards, Captain Cody’s; and the

Daytona Int’l Airport.

When live dinner music, classic jazz, and big band styles gave way to less expensive acts like DJ’s and karaoke , he worked hard at other things to make a living. He did this for another 20 years. He missed his music, but he loved Daytona. Steve was a great guy, loved and respected by most all who knew him.

Anyone who knew him would agree.

Sunday, Nov. 19 at 2 p.m., there will be a simple memorial for Steve at the Holiday Inn Express on Russ Road in Greenville for anyone who wishes to give their regards or show their respect No flowers please. Anyone wishing to donate towards expenses can do so in this go fund me: gf.me/u/dq9rub.

SAMPSON – Inez B. Sampson, 92, of Arcanum and formerly of Huber Heights, died Friday, Nov. 10, 2017. Funeral services were held Thursday, Nov. 16 at Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main St., Arcanum.

GROSCH

Veteran

– Leonidas Berton “Lon” Grosch, 81, of

Versailles, died Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. A service was held Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 at Ansonia First Church of God, Ansonia.

Burial is in the Brock Cemetery, Brock.

BOLIN – Kenneth Bolin, 58, of Greenville, died Wednesday, Nov. 1.

There will be a celebration of life gathering on Sunday, Nov. 19 at the original Bumpers, 136 E. Third St., Greenville, 12-4 p.m.

GREEN – Beatrice D.

Green, 88, of Greenville, and formerly of Union City, Ohio died Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017. Private Family Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2017 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville. Burial will follow in the Union City Cemetery, Union City, Ind.

DELAPLANE – Elsie M. Delaplane, 76, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date and arrangements are being handled

by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville.

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On Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville, a visitation at 11 a.m. followed by a Celebration of Life memorial service at 1 p.m.

Burial will be at a later date in Greenville Cemetery.

WMPL hosts Christmas Throughout the Library VERSAILLES – Worch Memorial Public Library is hosting the annual Christmas Throughout the Library on Dec. 4, 6 to 7:30 p.m., which includes a visit from Santa.

True to its name, there will be holiday activities being held throughout the library, which includes a visit from Santa with a photo, live music with Joseph, holiday crafts for a variety of ages and holiday games.

In addition to these fun activities, the Friends’ of the Library will be hosting a book sale and a holiday basket raffle. They will also be providing hot chocolate and snacks.

All these activities will be happening in the beautifully decorated library complete with over 20 Christmas trees decorated by local businesses and organizations. The trees this year have really transformed the library into a beautiful holiday getaway.

For more information about this program or anything else at the library, call 526-3416 or visit www.worch.lib. oh.us.

Taylor Bowers earned the top prize of $1,000 during the annual Rock of Ages Talent Show.

Rock of Ages show entertains and honors GREENVILLE – The Veterans Memorial Park & Digital Library’s third annual Rock of Ages Talent show closed out a day of celebration for veterans on Saturday night at the Greenville VFW. Besides entertainment, the show raised funds and awareness of the Veteran’s Memorial Park and Digital Library whose mission is to build the first-of-its-kind, state-of-the-art Veterans Digital Memorial.

Host, Rob Jones, introduced Matthew Kindley a Greenville High school student who has helped conduct interviews with many of the veterans.

Eight acts with singing and comedy included Don Dietrich, Daphne Kies, Pete Kesauer, IMTV/ Channel 5, Madison Bradburn, Goonies Jeopardy, Jim Chrisman with Elvis impersonation, and Taylor Bowers. The show was recorded by Greenville High School IMTV and can be seen on the Veterans Memorial and Digital Library Facebook page.

A panel of veterans

judged the event and awarded the $1,000 Best Overall Show to Taylor Bowers and the Most Original Act prize of $500 was presented by Lori Hoover for a skit called “Goonies Jeopardy” with David Jones, Mike and Jim Maloney and Cynthia Phungrasamee. Daphne Keys, a sophomore at Ansonia High School received the People’s Choice award of $500 for her vocal entry.

Following the talent show, awards were presented to former Greenville Police Chief Dennis Butts for Law Enforcement Officer of the Year and Citizen of the Year was awarded to Lori Denniston. The band Superconductor closed out the night.

Concessions were provided Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County who received the proceeds from the sales.

Sponsors of the event included The Early Bird & Bluebag Media, Doug/ Mark Shields Financial Planning & IRAs, Rodney ODA, CPA and H&R Block.

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Seminarians helped through local fund Senior Moments reunion and concert

GREENVILLE – On Sunday, Nov. 26, 3 p.m., Randall and Carolyn Clay will be presenting a concert at Northside Community Fellowship, 8135 US Route 127 North (just north of the by-pass on the east side).

For over 12 years, Randall and Carolyn Clay headed up Senior Moments, a meeting for seniors where they featured Christian music and fellowship. Since their travels have prevented them from continuing Senior Moments, they are taking this time to have a Senior Moments Reunion.

Randall and Carolyn

Randall & Carolyn Clay

will be singing an hour and a half of traditional Christian music. There will also be some special guests on the program.

Pastor Randy Brown welcomes everyone, not just seniors, but those who enjoyed the Christian Concerts and those who just like good music. Afterwards there will be a time of fellowship with refreshments.

Journaling is topic at BPW meeting GREENVILLE – Greenville BPW Members and guests enjoyed an evening of learning how to express themselves through journaling at the Nov. 9 meeting held at the Brethren Retirement Community Brick Room. The program was hosted by IDP committee members Jane Carroll, chair with Brenda Miller, co-chair, and committee members Michelle Hook and Lindsey Gehret.

BPW President Brenda Miller discussed the benefits of journaling; some of which are to help reduce emotional pain, create better relationships, and provide emotional release. Also, she noted that people who journal, achieve higher test scores.

She also discussed various types of journals which can be either structured or non-structured. Journals can be a time capsule which captures a specific time frame or can also be on specific topics such as exercise, career, travel, dreams, family, projects, business etc. She urged members to create their own “gratitude journal” for the month of November.

Following the program, members made plans for the upcoming “Breakfast with Santa” which will be

BPW President Brenda Miller

held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Greenville VFW. Also, the Super Raffle Drawing will be held at the Dec. 14 BPW meeting.

Tickets are still available at Merle Norman (downtown Greenville) or by contacting Debbie Niekamp at 419-305-2178 or email dsniekamp@gmail.com or any BPW Club Member.

The winner does not need to be present to win. Tickets are $2 each or six for $10. Proceeds from both events go toward scholarships for Darke County young women.

The Greenville BPW Club’s mission is to achieve equality for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education, and information. Those interested in learning more about the club can contact Membership Chair Marilyn Emmons at 548-5824 or demmons@embarqmail.com or find them on Facebook @ Greenville BPW Club.

GREENVILLE – Last year, 17 area men studying to be Catholic priests received a total of $13,600 from a local scholarship fund. The North Deaneries Seminarian Fund at the Darke County Foundation supported every seminarian from the Sidney and St. Mary’s deaneries of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

The number of seminarians increased from 14 the year before.

In thanking donors, seminarians made the following remarks: * “Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your generous donation made a big impact on me. My family has been experiencing difficulty in receiving loans for the cost of my college tuition, and this is a huge help in reducing the need for loans.

I cannot express enough my gratitude.” * “When I read the names of all the donors, it moved me because they were all familiar to me. I thought to myself, ‘These are my people, the people I grew up with, the families that live the faith and cultivated my desire to love God and thus inspired my vocation.’ I will carry you with me in my continued discernment and vocation journey. I am so proud of my small-town Ohio roots and will always remain connected through the ultimate unifier, Jesus Christ.” * “Without the support of parishes, communities and friends, the priesthood would be a very hard road. I will offer one of my Holy Hours this month for all of you and your families.” * “Remember your reward is in heaven. God will richly bless you for your generosity. God-willing I am ordained into His holy

Ansonia Thanksgiving ANSONIA – The Ansonia First Church of God invites the community to come enjoy a free Thanksgiving meal on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23. The meal will be held at the Ansonia United Methodist Church, corner of W. High St. and Pearl St., from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

There will be no charge for the meal which includes turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, cranberry salad, dinner rolls and pies. Call 337-3945 for more information.

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NEW MADISON – Commander Francis Grisez, Jr., of Post #245 American Legion, is announcing the new and improved Sunday Chicken Dinner scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 3, 1 p.m.

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Catholic seminarians from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati received scholarships in 2016 from the North Deaneries Seminarian Fund are (front row) Matthew Keller, Deacon David Doseck, Melvin and Mary Ann Stucke, Versailles (donors), Deacon Peter Langenkamp, (back row) Jarred Kohn, Greg Evers, Ethan Hoying, Elijah Puthoff, Aaron Hess, Adam Berning, and Patrick Blenman. Not pictured are Zach Cecil, Loren Hein, Bro. Bernard Knapke, David Morand, David Slonkosky, Joseph Stickel, and Nicholas White, Greenville.

priesthood. I will remember you all at my first Holy Mass. Until then, I ask our Lady to protect you.”

The scholarship fund was established in 2013

by Melvin and Mary Ann Stucke of Versailles, and the fund grew with additional donations from the community. The Stuckes have committed to match any 2017 donation up to $300. One hundred percent of donations go directly into the Seminarian Fund.

Melvin emphasized that most seminarians incur tuition and living expenses aside from any financial assistance provided by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

Undergraduate students in college seminaries receive limited assistance from the archdiocese.

“We invite the community to join us in this effort to reinforce young men in their priestly studies,” said Melvin. “We feel that through the encouragement and prayer of so many supporters, the number of Catholic priests will continue to increase.”

Donors may make a taxdeductible donation to the fund by writing a check to the Darke County Foundation (memo: Seminarian Fund). Mail to: Darke County Foundation, P.O.

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Midmark will move its corporate headquarters DAYTON – Midmark Corporation, a leading provider of medical, dental and veterinary healthcare equipment solutions, recently announced it has finalized lease negotiations and will move its headquarters to Austin Landing

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SERVING US GREENVILLE – U.S. Air Force Airman Addison G. Griffith graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San AntonioLackland, San Antonio, Texas.

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The new headquarters will move to the Austin Landing development located at the corner of Penny Lane and Rigby Road where it will maintain a 12,000square-foot space located on the third floor of an office that is to be constructed in 2018.

Larry Dillin, president of VisCap Development, shared, “We are delighted to add the Midmark corporate leadership team to our growing list of great tenants at Austin Landing. The property continues to be recognized as an important hub of business activity in the Dayton-Cincinnati

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Midmark will also continue with plans to break ground in Versailles for its new technology center in 2018, which is expected to bring 97 new jobs to the region.

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Gettysburg Council honors one of its own

BY LINDA MOODY CORRESPONDENT lmoody@earlybirdpaper.com GETTYSBURG – At the recent Gettysburg Village Council meeting, Councilman Norman Warner was presented a plaque for “his 50-plus years of hard work and dedication to the village.”

It was one of his final council meetings as he had opted not to run again after his long-time involvement with the town.

Council President Karla Harmon presented him

with the plaque and spoke briefly, while choking up, about how she will miss him.

Mayor Jason Lantz commented, “Norman has been a fountain of wisdom and knows where the bodies are buried. He has been around longer than Paul Kochersperger. The town owes a debt of gratitude to both of them. Norman’s expertise has us learning from him for budgeting and appropriations. He has been a tremendous asset to the village.”

“He is one great councilman,” said John Archey, also serving on council.

“He was not afraid to stand up for what he believed in.

He brought the town out of bankruptcy one time and, as mayor, he stopped all the spending unless he okayed it.”

Councilman Chris Miller had this to say: “He is the greatest wealth of knowledge. He’s been around for a long time. He helped me out a lot when I came on council with his knowledge. I learned off of his years of experience.”

“I have not worked with him super long since I’ve just been here since De-

cember,” remarked Village Administrator Jesse Berry.

“He’s very devoted to this village and gives a lot of time to it. In the spring, we were going through personnel changes in the village and he mowed once or twice on his own. He had a lot of insight and served on the finance committee.

That’s valuable knowledge there. He is very knowledgeable and dedicated and devoted to the village.”

Warner said, “I was just so surprised. I didn’t think anything about plaque.

I figured the December meeting would be over and done with. I had no idea.”

He did wonder, however, why wife Judy was making cupcakes earlier in the day.

“I asked her why she was baking them and she said she was going to take them to the council meeting,” he recalled. “I said, ‘For what? It’s just a council meeting.’”

Now, he knows why.

She drove separately to the meeting and brought the cupcakes with her to share with those in attendance.

“She has never been to a council meeting, but she always asks questions about what happened at the meetings,” Warner said.

Norman Warner holds up the plaque he was presented at the recent Gettysburg Village Council meeting. It honors him for his 50plus years of service to the town, including that of mayor. He did not seek re-election to his seat on village council this time. (Linda Moody photo)

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Rest Haven resident Navy Veteran Donald Burk thanks Greenville secondgraders Kelsey Knick and Thomas Howell for presenting him with a big stack of thank you letters for his service to the country. (Susan Hartley photo)

Students share special thanks with Rest Haven vets

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – Veterans living at Rest Haven Nursing Home got a special treat on Friday, Nov. 10, when a group of 16 students in grades K-2 walked over from the Greenville Primary school to say “thank you for serving.”

Students in grades K-2 spent some time during the past weeks learning what it means to be a veteran. One activity included drawing pictures and writing letters of thanks to share with those who have served.

Second-grader Ivy Sommer explained the writing project.

“Our teacher put three sentences on the board to help us choose what to say,” Sommer said. “I said ‘thank you.’”

Kelsey Knick also participated in the writing project. “I said thank you for your service,” she said with a big smile.

Navy Veteran Donald Burk was pleased to accept the big stack of colorful letters he received from Knick and fellow secondgrader Thomas Howell.

“I’ll be sure and take these back to my room to read,” Burk said, thanking the students for their efforts.

Earlier Friday morning, students attended a Veterans Day assembly to hear patriotic music and a message from Vietnam Veteran Don Dietrich of Greenville’s VFW Post 7262.

Also participating in the program were members of the NJROTC and WAVE

Marching Band from Greenville High School, sharing the presentation of the colors and patriotic music with the elementary.

Also participating were two elementary staff members, Alex Ruble and Ruth Schick, who each shared their talents by performing patriotic selections.

Dietrich, who served as a Marine, gave a brief history of how Veterans Day came to be and why it’s important to honor veterans.

The students learned President Woodrow Wilson declared Nov. 11 as Armistice Day in 1918 to observe the year anniversary of the end of World War I. In 1926, President Calvin Coolidge made Nov. 11 the official observation day to honor veterans. A Congressional Act in 1938 made Nov. 11 a legal holiday and in 1954, under the leadership of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the name was officially changed to Veterans Day. Urging the K-2 students to think about the country’s veterans, Dietrich closed his remarks with “keep in mind our Veterans who have served and who are currently serving.”

Besides Burk, other veterans who reside at Rest Haven include Thomas Bowman (Army), John Cattell (Air Force), Joseph Eliker (Army-Air Force), Marvin Erwin (Navy), Fredrick Faulkner (Navy), Charles Hinkle (Army), Darrell Knolling (Army), Louis Mader (Air Force), William McGuire (Army), and Junior Moore (Army).

R.E.A.L. Success honors student achievement SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – More than 50 students from seven county school districts were rewarded for their academic efforts during Wednesday’s R.E.A.L. Success Awards Luncheon.

Sponsored by the Special Education Supervisory Staff of the Darke County Education Service Center (ESC), the annual event, Raising Expectations for All Learners honored students who have been identified as ‘SWD,’ or Students with Disabilities.

Guest speaker for the luncheon, held at Romer’s, was Dr. Lisa Wendel, elementary guidance counselor at Franklin Monroe Elementary and a former educator with Mississinawa Valley School District.

Wendel shared a message directed to students concerning the labels they have already and will encounter in life.

“The state loves labels,” Wendel said, noting how the students had already been labeled SWDs. The state, she said “counts you” and “tracks

your achievement” using that label.

“Most SWDs have trouble with school smarts,” Wendel said. “But intelligence can be found in other areas.”

Wendel went on to give examples of how everything can be labeled – a MD could be “music disability” for those, like herself “who can’t carry a tune.”

Those not proficient at sports could be labeled as AD – “athletic disability.”

“The R.E.A.L. Success Luncheon is different. It recognizes students for the things you find most difficult. Because you didn’t give up you are role models for the SWDs” not in attendance. “You succeeded at something you found difficult. In your case, SWD stands for Students with Determination.”

Darke County ESC Superintendent Mike Gray presented students with R.E.A.L. Success certificates and ended the luncheon with a quote from former U.S. Secretary of State and U.S. Army General Colin Powell.

“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work and learning from failure.”

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Students presented with R.E.A.L. Success certificates included: Ansonia Kaylee Boyer-Diffenderfer, Joseph Hood, Matthew Lee, Coleton Thornhill, Jenna Fullroth, and Trenten Case.

Arcanum Kasey Armstrong, Josiah Fox, Shane Grant, Lily Kuhbander, and Isaac Smith Bradford Caden Jay, Zane Jones, Devin Miller, Andrew Moyer, and Jonathan Richardson-Welch.

Franklin Monroe Aliyah Glass, Evie Middlestetter, Ethan Olson, Aidan Williams, Evie Osterday, and Ross Crumrine..

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Samantha Couchot, Braxton Hampshire, Caden King, Manuel Melchor, Bonnie Parker, Braydon Smith, Thomas Swanson, and Chasity Gaynor.

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ARCANUM – The Arcanum Public Library is gearing up for a busy holiday season, and has plenty of resources available to patrons to help with their own busy schedules. The library has a large collection of cookbooks, books about crafts, games, and decorating, plenty of holiday movies, and a separate section just for Christmas. Come on in for a dose of holiday spirit.

On Nov. 21, the library will be hosting a family bingo event at 6:30 p.m.

Come join the fun and try to win some prizes. This is a free, drop-in program.

Patrons can help the library decorate for the holidays by entering the second annual Gingerbread House Contest. Houses will need to be brought to the library on Dec. 6, 7, 8, or 9. Judging will take place the following week. The houses will be on display for the month of December. Check with the library for more details, and come in to pick up your house “base”.

There will be an adult coloring program on Dec. 12 at 4 p.m. This Christmas themed event is a great way to spend a relaxing afternoon. Supplies are provided, and beverages will be served.

Also on Dec. 12 will be the book club meeting at 5:30 p.m. In addition to discussing the book “My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell you She’s Sorry,” the next book, “Long Way Gone” by Charles Martin, will be handed out.

All are welcome to join the group. Snacks are served.

There will be a Christmas Craft Night for children on Dec. 21 from 6–7:30 p.m. This event is a free, drop-in program, and is always wellattended. Kids will leave with plenty of awesome creations.

The library will be challenging adults to read more this winter with our “Resolve to Read More” winter reading challenge.

The dates will be from Jan. 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018. More information about this new program will be coming soon.

As a reminder, the library will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Wednesday, Nov. 22 and 23. The library will be open as usual on Nov. 24. For Christmas, the library will be closed on Dec. 25 and 26.

Call the library with any questions at 937-6928484. Patrons can also visit www.arcanunpubliclibrary.org, find them on Facebook, or follow them on Twitter.

Auxiliary will host book fair GREENVILLE – The Wayne Hospital Auxiliary will sponsor a Books are Fun Book & Gift Fair on Dec. 5 and 6 in the Wayne HealthCare Main Lobby.

Hours for the event are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesday and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday.

Proceeds benefit Wayne HealthCare through the auxiliary’s support.

DARKE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY

ADOPT-A-PET CALL 548-1009 Vet checked and current on shots

“Don’t Shop or Buy when homeless animals die”

CHARLIE - 3 yr old Shepherd Doberman mix. BIG boy.

ROXY- spayed female lab mix

4 yrs old These two like each other but no other animals.

JEB - 4yr old DLH Male. Large and in Charge. He is a big baby.

First United Presbyterian Church 114 E. Fourth St., 937-548-3188

-------------------------------------UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST --------------------------------------

St. Paul United Church of Christ 129 W. Third St., Greenville, 548-4506

-------------------------------------UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST -------------------------------------First Universalist Church 331 E. Washington St. New Madison, 996-3403

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HARRY - 6 mos. old DSH PIPER - 3mos. DSH Female.

Playful and loving kitten.

male. Bundle of energy. Plays and cuddles, fits purrfect with any family.

FALL SHOT CLINIC IS NOV. 4TH FROM 10AM-3PM AT PAWS BINGO HALL

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SERVICES OFFERED LEAF CLEAN-UP large or small jobs. Also Snow Removal, Landscaping, Shrub Trimming, Spraying/Fertilizing. Reasonable rates. References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for Justin

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HELP WANTED Experienced Carpentry and Construction All Phases Must have: • Valid Driver’s License • Be Able to Pass Drug Test We Provide: • Employee Health Insurance • Paid Vacation Days • Paid Holidays Send resume to: BILL HAWKEY & ASSOCIATES P.O. Box 1011 Greenville, OH 45331 No Phone Calls

HELP WANTED Now Hiring - Union City Carryout. Part-time days or evenings. Must be 21 years old. Hours: 1st shift 11am-4pm, 2nd shift 4pm-9pm, MonThur, 4pm-10pm Fri-Sat. Stop in for application or drop off resume at 130 Oak St, Union City, IN

Full or part-time Carpenter. Minimum 2 years experience. 5482307 RECEPTIONIST wanted for Tax Season, January through April 2018.

Hours are Monday-Friday 8-5. E-mail resume to jboring@boringcpa. com

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Greenville area help wanted part time day shift Monday thru Friday 26 to 30 hours for housing office assistant.

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Processing Positions are responsible for candling and packaging eggs. Full time clean up position to work on 2nd shift.

Position is responsible for cleaning machines & area after 1st shift.

Very Competitive Pay Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance KSOP and 401(k)

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SNOW REMOVAL. Hand Shoveling crew & Tractor/Truck crew positions available. Send resume to PO Box 141, or fill out application at: Crowell Lawn Service, 377 Eidson Rd, Greenville, OH 45331 GUNCKLE TREE SERVICE Part-time Ground Crew needed. Duties: Feeding limbs to chipper & raking yards. Approx three 8-hr days a week. Must have valid driver’s license. 937423-2190 WANTED TO BUY 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 WANTED Wanted: Used house trailers in good condition. Please call 937448-2974 AGRICULTURE Alfalfa Hay for sale.

About 75 bales of 3rd cutting. 35 bales of 4th cutting. 937-447-2845 LIVESTOCK Rhode Island Red Pullets for sale. Just starting to lay brown eggs.

937-620-8121 SPECIAL NOTICES Lung Cancer? And 60 Years Old? If So, You and Your Family May Be Entitled To A Significant Cash Award. Call 800-897-7205 To Learn More. No Risk. No Money Out of Pocket FOR RENT Furnished efficiency in Greenville. Clean.

Upstairs. No smoking.

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FOR RENT APARTMENT Arcanum Area - Large living room, 1 bedroom, kitchen with cook stove & refrigerator. Garage. $415/month. No Smoking. No Pets. Call 6925278, 459-2172

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

548-1075, 5328 Michelle St Very nice 2 BR, 1 bath brick home in Greenville. Central air. 2 car attached garage. All appliances furnished.

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING OR PETS ALLOWED. Very nice neighborhood. Please call 937-266-4650 for details 1/2 DOUBLE in GETTYSBURG at 101 GEORGE ST. 2 bedrooms. Washer/dryer hookup in basement.

NO SMOKING & NO PETS! Not Metro approved. $350 per month + utilities. Water bill $46 minimum per month.

Call 548-9940 for rental application 3 BR home w/detached garage. Stove, fridge, washer, dryer, central air. 217 Tiffin, Greenville. No Pets. $700/ mo + deposit. 937-4232190

1 BR upstairs apt; includes stove & fridge. $350 mo. No Metro, No Pets. 548-9600 Willow Place Apartments - We’re better than ever! 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. Call 937-3168489. Equal Housing Opportunity 1 BR upstairs downtown. Fridge, range, w/d, a/c, water incld. No Pets. No Smoking. $350 + deposit. 417-3655 3 bdrm, 1.5 bath, basement, garage, fenced yard. Near hospital. $600/mo ++credit checked. 548-4448 Nice 3 BR ranch style house in Greenville north end. No Pets. $650. 447-7845 1 BR upstairs downtown. Fridge, range, a/c, water incld. No Pets. No Smoking. $300 + deposit. 417-3655 AUTOMOTIVE 2010 Town & Country $7495. 2008 Grand Caravan $6495. 2004 Ranger 4x4 $6995. 2002 GMC Sonoma $5995. 2004 GMC Duramax $12,995.

2012 Silverado 2500HD $19,995. 2007 Silverado, 72,000, w/snow blade $16,995. 2003 F150 Crew 4x4 $7695.

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REAL ESTATE Wooded upstate NY land with LAKES, PONDS & STREAMS being liquidated NOW! 13 tracts! 5 to 41 acres!

50-60% below market! No closing costs!

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3 BR house & 1 BR cottage for sale at same location. Good return on investment. 937548-6587 877 SR 121 New Madison, 60 AC, 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 WBFP, Pool, Pole Barn, Pond, Woods.

11386 SR 121 N New Paris, Brick Ranch, 20 AC, 4-5 BR, 3 Bath, Basement, Outbuildings. BH&G BIG HILL 937-437-0207 RECREATIONAL 1994 Wilderness 26’ Camper w/AC & Heat, Refrig, freezer, stove, microwave, everything works. New battery, all new tires, w/spare, 2 single bed w/pull-out couch, sleeps 3-4 people. Very Clean inside w/lots of storage space, Asking $4,000 OBO. 937-681-3086 HOUSEHOLD Peaceful Dream 11� Pillow Top Mattress Set. $249 full; $269 queen; $379 king. New in plastic with warranty. We deliver. 937-884-5455 2 piece refinished oak cupboard with glass doors on top. 526-3829 or 417-3198 MISC. FOR SALE DISH. 190 channels. $49.99/mo. (24 mos.) Exclusive Dish Features - Sling and Hopper. High Speed Internet, $14.95/mo.

(Availability/Restrictions apply.) TV for Less! Call 1-855-4939788

7 ft artificial Christmas tree, good condition $25.Set of ladies golf clubs $25. 937-6210199 LAY-AWAY for CHRISTMAS! Keyboard & Guitar Packs! Drum sets!

Amps! Come in & let us handle your musical instrument needs.

Purchase now & we will hold your items free until Christmas Eve morning! Bach to Rock Music, 334 S Broadway, Greenville, 937547-1970 Firewood, $100 per cord + delivery. Wood stored inside. Greenville 937-548-0531 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!

Firewood: Seasoned hardwood split. Large pick up load $110.00.

Call 937-417-4402 Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal.

Approved by Arthritis Foundation.

Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors.

American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off PETS Full blooded year old Collie. Looking for a good home. Very FRIENDLY. Asking $150.00 If interested please call 937 564 2832

Missing Your Early Bird?

Please call or email on Monday morning if you did not receive your Early Bird by 8 a.m. on Sunday.

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CDL Driver Wanted-Union City, OH

Good Pay - Health Benefits. Haul Commodities with Belt Trailer. Please come & be a part of a new Transportation Team. Call : 937-621-7869 or 937-621-8383 or message blackhawktransportllc@yahoo.com. Visit us on Facebook

Members attend Greenhand Conference GIVING TO ARCANUM – On Sept. 23, nine ďŹ rst-year, or Greenhand, FFA members attended the State Greenhand Conference held annually at Versailles High School. The theme of the conference was “First Down and Life to Go.â€? A new feature at this year’s conference was motivational speaker Randy Fisher and his program “Choose to be Great.â€?

Students participated in the Career Development Event Round Table where Greenhands rotated around and learned about the

RENOVATION

GREENVILLE – The Greenville VFW Post 7262 Boosters recently donated $500 to the Darke County Council for American Legion. The funds will be used for renovating the Veterans Building at the Darke County Fairgrounds. On-hand for the presentation were Bruce Kaiser, 2nd Vice VFW Boosters 7262; Bruce Shaw, County Commander American Legion; Gary Gilmore, President VFW Boosters 7262; and Jim Kammer, Past Students in attendance were (front row) Allyson Lock, Emily Wenning, Maggie County Commander and chairman of the building Weiss, Anna Loxley, (back row) Vance Wetzel, Isaac Smith, Brody Williams, Brady committee. (Ryan Berry photo) Willis, and Austin Stephens.

various Career Development Events.

The conference featured sessions

Martin speaks to Union City Lions UNION CITY, Ind. – The Union City Lions Club held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 14. The members present enjoyed a meal prepared by Vicky Vinson and Allan Jefferis. The program for the evening was presented by Ted Martin from Winchester.

Ted brought his extensive collection of Indian Artifacts and talked about how they were made, what they were used for, and where he found some of them. The artifacts were either found by him, purchased by him, or traded for. Ted’s collection includes many arrowheads, spearheads, knives, knife blades, and tools. Ted also told how to tell a real artifact from a recently made fake.

The Union City Lions were happy to welcome Ted, a member of the Winchester Lions Club to their meeting.

Congratulations to Union City Lion Ed Raszkowski.

Lion Ed received a Lions Centennial Pin for bringing in a new member during the Lion

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TEMP TO HIRE POSITIONS all shifts available

$11-$12 per hour High School Diploma or GED preferred.

For more information please contact Kim at 1-800-432-2664

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. 5755 St. Rt. 571 E. Greenville, OH Great Opportunities for growth within company Starting Wages: $13.50 hr.

3 month increase to $14.80 and 12 month $16.08 Excellent beneďŹ ts including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Attendance and proďŹ t sharing bonuses Light Manufacturing Environment, Uniforms Provided Looking for highly motivated and dependable individuals for production positions in our climate controlled Greenville, Ohio manufacturing facility.

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

Centennial Year Celebration.

Ed is the Union City Lions Club’s Membership Chairman.

President at Large, Marleigh Kerr, Ohio State FFA Sentinel, Philip Eberley, Vice President at large, Emily Mullen, Ohio State FFA Treasurer, and Lane Heil, Vice President at Large.

Sessions focused on opportunities in FFA, teamwork, goal setting, and communications.

AMISH CREW

Sam Schwartz

OPEN TODAY SUNDAY NOV. 19 FROM 1-3 PM

603 S STATELINE - UNION CITY, OH Priced to sell at $66,700. 3 bedrooms, 1 ba, 2 car garage. Make your offer and possibly be moved in before Christmas! Hosted by John Hannan.

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

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AUGUST 14TH OPEN HOUSE 1-2:30PM SUNDAY NOVEMBER 19, 2017 1 TO 2:30 Immediate Occupancy on both properties and Great homes for entertaining N Broadway to signs!!

743 GARDENWOOD, GREENVILLE 4-5 Bedroom 3 Bath brick two story home with large LR, DR, Family Rm and a 5th BR or Recreation Room Large 2 car garage plus a storage Bldg.

714 HONEYSUCKLE, GREENVILLE 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath with LR, Family Rm and a Florida Rm, Newer Kitchen with Corian counter, Large 2 car garage plus an extra drive.

Wishing you and yours a Blessed Thanksgiving 1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

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

4 ACRES ZONED COMMERCIAL on Wagner Avenue across from LOWE’S! Can be divided! Call Joe for additional information!

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.

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

IN COVINGTON this duplex at 214 S. Harrison has 1 bedroom apartment up and 2 bedroom apartment down, owner occupied.

Newer roof; decorative patio out back! Mid 50s.

APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with well; grass; trees and sidewalks! $30,000.

FIREPLACE TO ENJOY ALL WINTER with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 827 Dorothy Lane! Eat-in kitchen; 24x28 deck wired for hot tub and sound system!

CORNER LOT! $149,900.

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

JUST EAST OF GREENVILLE this 3 bedroom, vinyl sided ranch has new carpet in living room, hall and master bedroom!

Mostly new vinyl windows; insulated garage.

Covered front porch and deck out back! At 6910 Arcanum-Bears Mill Road. Low 90s.

FENCED YARD with this 2-story home at 722 E. Fourth Street! Wood-burning fireplace; storage building. $57,900.

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5397 Warvel Rd., Ansonia Nice 3 bedroom brick ranch with newer carpet, 17’x17’ detached shop that is insulated with wood burning stove. Also, 10’x12’ storage shed on property. Nice oak cabinets in kitchen. Move in ready.

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FM SCHOOL DISTRICT! 2-ST brick home w/4 BR. LRM has fireplace. Built-in china cabinet in DRM. FRM. 22x34 barn for workshop, garage + storage loft. MLS 420278 #4544 BUILDING LOTS IN ARCANUM! 1-family & 2-family lots still available. Get prepared to build by next Spring!

NEW LISTING! Move right in! Brick ranch w/3BR, 1½ BA, LRM, FRM & DRM. New flooring (except BRs have hardwood floors). New KIT cabinets, counter tops, stainless steel range, dishwasher. Interior has been repainted including attached 2-car garage. Immediate occupancy! MLS 751378 #4554

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Greenville 600 E. THIRD ST. NEW PRICE $55,500.

3 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car det. Garage, covered porch. Currently being used as a rental.

(745215) 605 E. WATER ST. $69,000.

2 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car garage, fenced in yard, skylights and fireplace.

(743312) 119 HARRISON AVE $119,500.

3 Bed, 1.5 bath, 1 car det. Garage, renovated home includes: family room, dining room, office, covered front porch.

(740492) Out of Greenville 2241 RUSH RD. NEW MADISON NEW PRICE $38,000.

4 Bed, 1 bath, 1 car det. Garage, ½ acre on edge of town.

(744205) 623 W. WELLER ST. ANSONIA NEW PRICE $39,900.

2 Bed, 1.5 bath, 2 lots, many updates. Realtor owned. (747059) 304 W. FIRST ST. ARCANUM NEW LISTING $128,000.

3 Bed, 2 bath, 2 car det. Garage, hardwood floors, fenced in yard, many updates.

(751611) 9250 BARR RD. UNION CITY MAJOR PRICE CHANGE $160,000.

3 Bed, 2 bath, 2 car att. Garage, family room, inground pool, covered patio.

(746725) 3989 RUSSIA HOUSTON RD. RUSSIA NEW LISTING $160,000.

3 Bed, 1.5 bath, 3 car att. Garage, full basement, just off of St. Rt. 48 for easy commute. Russia schools.

(751601) 2244 HOLLANSBURG SAMPSON RD. NEW MADISON NEW LISTING $556,500.

4 Bed, 1 bath, 3 large barns. Good tillable farmland, 70 acres total and 57 are tillable.

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PORTLAND, Ind. – On Nov. 9, Manpower of Portland, Ind. celebrated their newly remodeled offices with lunch and a ribbon cutting ceremony with members from the Jay County Chamber of Commerce. The event also included door prizes and goody bags.

Manpower is a

The staff of Manpower in Portland, Ind. was joined by members of the Jay County Chamber of Commerce for a ribbon cutting.

full service staffing provider. For over 65 years, they have been providing businesses with a con-

tingent workforce that helps their clients find the talent they need to drive their business.

ANSONIA – Ansonia Elementary began their school year off with a project based on a book titled Only One You by Linda Kranz.

The book explains that there’s only one you in this great big world. Make it a better place.

Adri’s mama and papa share some of the wisdom they have gained through the years with their eager son.

Their words, simple and powerful, are meant to comfort and guide him as he goes about exploring the world. This exquisitely illustrated book explodes with color and honest insights. Kranz’s uniquely painted rockfish, set against vibrant blue seas, make an unforgettable and truly special impression.

Mrs. Fourman, the elementary principal, read the book to the students at the start of the school year.

The students of Ansonia Elementary had the opportunity

Ansonia Elementary students place their brightly painted rockfish artwork outside the school building.

to decorate their own rockfish. Mrs. Emily Mackenzie, the elementary art teacher, encouraged the students to express their creativity by painting their rock to represent them. Once all the rocks were painted, the students placed them in the courtyard of the school.

Mrs. Mackenzie painted a sign to go along with the display as well.

A special thank you to Ansonia Lumber for donating all of the wooden stakes to display each teacher’s name throughout the courtyard. Mrs. Melinda Thompson, a kindergarten teacher at Ansonia Elementary, was also instrumental in getting the project started and gathering all of the materials needed to complete the project.

THANKSGIVING WEEKEND LARGE PUBLIC AUCTION

UNION CITY, Ind. – On Tuesday, Nov. 7, 14 members of the Union City DECA Chapter along with Advisor Becky Kuehl attended the Indiana DECA Fall Leadership Conference at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse.

The conference started out with the introduction of the 2017-2018 State Officers. Ellie Kerns, a senior at Union City serves as the District 9 President on the State Officer Team. After a warm-up activity, the students moved into groups to take part in some team building activities.

After the morning session was finished, the students’ enjoyed lunch at the Qdoba Mexican Restaurant.

The afternoon

session featured a “Chopped” activity. Students were divided into groups and were given instructions and their food items. They had 30 minutes to create their product. After the 30 minutes, each group presented in front of a panel of judges. At the conclusion of the presentations, the winning team from each group was announced on the Pacer’s court. The final session of the day was a panel of people who worked for the Pacer’s giving the students some advice about their future.

The Union City DECA Chapter enjoyed dinner at Brother’s Bar and Grill and then attended the Pacer’s game that evening.

Students attending the conference were (back row) Gabbi Cantu, Kahlee Dowler, Haley Whitesel, Jazmin Kelsey, Sophia Spence, Trevor Spence, Trevor Thompson, Jacob Fulk, (front row) Cassie McCowan, Sydney Ralston, Emalee Bocanegra, Ellie Kerns, and Connor Kerns.

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REAL ESTATE AUCTION SATURDAY – DEC. 2, 2017 AT 2:00 PM

100 S Washington St & 105 W. Main St New Paris, OH 45347 Offering two income properties individually and combined using the multi parcel auction method in the following parcels: Showings by appointment Parcel 1: 100 S Washington St – Lot 16 offers a large 2 story business building which currently contains 3 rental units: (2) Apartments and (1) Business retail with space for additional units.

Located on a high exposure corner lot in the center of New Paris with off street parking available.

Parcel 2: 105 W Main St – Lot 17 offers a 2 story, 2 unit residential income property with 2 apartments, located directly behind and adjoins Parcel 1.

Terms: A 10% Buyer’s Premium shall be applied to the final bid to establish the contract sales price. $3,000 will be required down (per parcel) the day of auction with the balance due in full 35 days from auction. Please visit our website WWW. MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for more information and pictures. Personal property consisting of antiques & collectables will be selling the same day beginning at 10:00AM.

DICK & LOIS WILEY, OWNERS

Midwest

Auctioneers & Realty, Inc

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

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017 9:00AM

5317 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO KIRBY LYONS AUCTION FACILITY, BLDG. #2 (WHITE BLDG.) (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS)

ANTIQUES – FURNITURE ITEMS Early Oak Drop Front Secretary; Oak 2 Pc. Kitchen Cabinet; Early Oak Cabinet Top; (4) Camel Back Trunks; (5) Flat Top Trunks; Oak Speaking Podium; 4 Ft. Oak Library Table; Oak 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers w/Hanky Boxes & Mirror; (2) Padded Industrial Stools; 3 Drawer Sewing Cabinet; (10) Wire Ice Cream Parlor Chairs; Early Metal Wash Stand w/Porcelain Pitcher; Metal & Wood Park Bench; Wire Bakers Rack; Early Metal Porch Glider; Wicker Planter; (5) Cast Iron Patio Chairs; Wood Folding Room Divider; Wood Hall Tree; Oak Rolling Table; 8 Ft. Wood Church Bench (Nice); Early Dresser w/Mirrors; (2) Cast Iron & Wood Park Benches; Cast Iron Dinner Bell & Bracket; Pool Table w/Slate Top & Leather Pockets.

HORSE BUGGIES – SLEIGHS - CARTS 1-Horse Doctor’s Buggy w/Canopy; 1-Horse Open Top Surry w/Fenders (2 Wheel); Oak Buck Board Wagon w/Wood Spokes, on Steel; 1-Horse 2-Seater Show Cart (Oak), Very Nice; 1-Horse Working Cart; Early 1-Horse Snow Sleigh; 1-Horse Dbl. Seat Snow Sleigh; Lg. Homemade Parade Snow Sleigh; 8 Ft. Long x 4 Ft. Wide Steel Wheel Hukster Cart; Pony Cart; Early Wood Spoked Wheel Wagon/Cart; Metal & Wood Dbl. Trees; Early Horse 2-Seater Enclosed Carriage Body (no running gears); Single Seat Enclosed Buggy Body; misc. Horse Harness; Homeade 2-Wheel Horse Chariot; New Idea 12-A Ground Driven Manure Spreader.

TRAVEL TRAILER 1996 Coachmen Catalina 22 Ft. Gooseneck Travel Trailer, Mdl. #2278-RK, Large Slide Out, Roof Air, Rear Kitchen, Awning, Tandem Axel, Power Jacks, Sleeps 6, Very Nice.

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES 55 Gal. Wood Drum; Early Pedal Stone Grinder; Early Pitcher Pump; (2) Buck Saws; English Horse Saddle; (2) Ice Tongs; Granite Bowls; Wood Nail Keg; 2-Man Saw; Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post; (2) Cast Iron Kettles; (2) Early Buggy Lights; sev. Bird Cages; Early Child’s Rocking Horse; Cast Implement Seat; Metal Wall Mount Mailbox; Cast Iron Bird Bath; Early Scales; Lg. Cast Iron Planter; sev. Horse Collars; Hames; Wash Boiler; Cream Separator; Lg. Apple Butter Stirrer; Platform Scales; 2-Section Iron Railing; Cast Iron Sink on Wood Stand; Early Hand Crank Stone Grinder on Stand; Early 2-Wheel Feed Cart; Wood Wheel Barrow w/Steel Wheel; (3) Early Metal Dump Trucks; Early Metal Fire Hook & Ladder Truck; Early Wood Sled; Hay Hook; (2) Corn Knives; Small & Large Cast Iron Kettles w/Spiders; Cast Iron Dinner Bell Bracket; Early Hats & Hat Boxes; sev. Cigar Boxes; Oil Lamps; Cast Iron Mechanical Fishing Bank; U.S. Armed Forces Military Action Play Set (in original box); Ouija Board (in original box); sev. Archery Arrows; sev. Dolls; Early Metal Cars; 1964 Malibu Wagon Promo Model; misc. Toys; Cast Iron Wall Mount Coat Rack; Early Kodak Camera; Metal Railroad Crossing Sign; (6) Indian Stone Tools; (2) Lg. Cast Iron Lawn Roosters; Concrete Owl; Pair of Wooden Shoes; H. Painted “Rose” Lamp Shade; Early Cast Iron Standing Pitcher Pump; Concrete Lawn Jockey; Wood Pulley w/H. Duty Rope; Brass Fireplace Irons; Lg. Metal Star; Reel Lawn Mower; (2) Concrete Lamb Lawn Ornaments; Concrete Pedestal Sun Dial; Wicker Picnic Basket; Meadow Gold Cottage Cheese Crock; Sponge Ware Crock; sev. 5 Gal. & 10 Gal. Milk Cans; Wood Chicken Crate; (2) Wood Drying Racks; sev. Wood Pulleys; (2) Wood Beam Walking Plows; Dbl. Wash Tubs; Wood 7Up & Pepsi Crates; Pepsi Cola Snow Sled; Lyon & Headly Pump Organ; Early Spring Buggy Seat; (6) Wood Sewing Machine Drawers; #80 Child’s Radio Flyer Wagon; (2) Metal Spring Lawn Chairs; (2) Wood Straight Ladders; Structo Metal Dump Truck; Tonka P.U.; Metal Livestock Semi; Wood Cheese Box; Pink Depression Glass; misc. Lamps; misc. Stands; sev. Wood Spoke Wagon Wheels; Buggy Axel; Early Traffic Light; Cast Iron Carousel Horse w/Pole; Poly Carousel Horse w/Pole; Plastic Full Size Colt.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT Homak Roll-A-Round Tool Box; 2 Gal. & 8 Gal. Shop Vacuums; Dbl. Bench Grinder; Delta 10” Table Saw; 4” Dewalt Cut-Off Saw; Elec. Drill; Paint Gun; 3’ & 4’ Levels; Circ. Saw; Pliers; Hand Tools; Ext. Cord; Drop Light; Bench Drill Press; Ratchets; Pry Bars; C-Clamps; Grass Hog Batt. Weed Trimmer; (2) Hand Trucks; 15 Gal. Pull Type Sprayer; Pump Sprayer; 6’ Werner Fiberglass Step Ladder; 5 Ft. Wood Work Bench; H. Duty Log Chair; Long Handle Yard Tools; 6’ Wood Work Bench w/6” Vise; Lg. Metal Dumping Lawn Cart; Snapper 9 H.P. 28” Cut Rider w/Rear Bagger.

MISC. Several Planters; 2-Story Birdhouse; Sm. Glass Door Pepsi Cooler; Phillips DVD Player; Kitchen items; (2) Wall Mount Metal Horse Feeders; (2) Pet Taxi’s; Knick Knacks; Reese Hitch Type Scooter Carrier; (2) Exercise Machines; sev. Patio Tables & Chairs; Metal Trellis; (2) Iron Fence Panels; Rod Iron Bench & Tables; (3) Rolling Metal Patio Loungers; 3-Tier Metal Corner Plant Stands; Free Standing Patio Swing; Rubber Tire Wheel Barrow; Heat Lamps; (3) Wood Tables w/Dual Casters; (2) Cast Iron Porcelain Footed Bath Tubs; misc. Household items & much more; (Black) Refrigerator/Freezer; (White) Elec. Washer & Dryer.

RICHARD & BETTY SHIVES - 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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Students learn there is Only One You

Union City DECA fall conference with Pacers

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LEGAL NOTICE

ON THURSDAY. CITY OF GREENVILLE

On November 7, 2017, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #17-127 supplemental appropriations • Ordinance #17-128 transfer • Resolution #17-129 accept bid for Donald Drive waterline project 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 11/12, 11/19 2T

VILLAGE OF ARCANUM COUNCIL MEMBER NEEDED

The Council for the Village of Arcanum is seeking individuals who would be interested in serving as a council member for a four (4) year term commencing on January 1, 2018 and expiring on December 31, 2021. A letter of interest should be forwarded

by December 1, 2017, to the attention of the Mayor, Village of Arcanum, P.O. Box 398, Arcanum, OH 45304.

CIVIL SERVICE EXAM FOR AUDIT CLERK

Notice is hereby given that the Civil Service Commission of the City of Greenville, Darke County, Ohio, will hold a written examination for the position of Audit Clerk for the City of Greenville, Ohio, on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at 6:00 pm in the Greenville Municipal Building Basement Classroom, 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Salary ranges from $13.96 to $21.77 hourly plus benefits.

Additional information, including minimum requirements; a detailed job description; the addition of credits; and how to obtain an application is available on-line at cityofgreenville.org or from the Office of the Mayor in the Municipal Building at 100 Public Square, Greenville, Ohio 45331, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Thursday and from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm on Fridays.

An application fee of $25.00 must accompany the application upon submission. Completed applications are due to the Office of the Mayor no later than 4:00 pm on December 5, 2017 to be eligible to take the examination.

The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer, m/f

Winners named from annual quilt show GREENVILLE – Towne Squares Quilt Club was pleased to once again sponsor their annual quilt show in September; bringing the art and beauty of quilting to many visitors. A total of 124 quilts were on display for judging and to be enjoyed.

Three area food banks in Greenville, Bradford, and Winchester benefited from the donation of canned goods that the club made.

A total of $1,100 was raised by the auction of the charity quilt. This money was donated to the Miami Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and accepted by their representative, Maire Reynolds.

The following quilts were the winners in the various categories: * Miniature – first place Lisa Hoblit, quilter same; second place Pam Clum, quilter same; third place Jaylene Garb-

LEGAL NOTICE

In compliance with Section 5715.17, Revised Code of Ohio, the tax returns for the current year have been revised and the valuations have been completed and approved by the County Board of Revision on November 8, 2017, and are now open for public inspection in the office of the County Auditor.

Any complaints against such valuations and assessments, except valuations fixed and assessments made by the Department of Taxation of Ohio, will be heard by the County Board of Revision in May 2018, in the Conference room of the County Auditor.

CAROL GINN Darke County Auditor Darke County, Ohio 11/19, 11/26 2T

ig, quilter same. * Wall/Table – first place Joyce Mikesell, quilter Marla Hardy; second place Cynthia Sprude, quilter same; third place Toni Heggie, quilter Tina Jennings.

Tweener – first place Jaylene Garbig, quilter same; second place Kathy Street, quilter same; third place Jan Stiver, quilter Pam Becker. * Bed size – first place Louann Edmiston, quilter Linda French; second place Joyce Mikesell, quilter Sherry Pass Gallagher; third place Mary Boettger; quilter Pauline Timmerman. * The club challenge was won by Amie Litke and second place was Sarah Baker. * Chairman’s Choice was won by Kathy Street. * Vendor quilt

VILLAGE OF NEW MADISON LEGAL ADVERTISEMENT The Village of New Madison is soliciting bids for curbside trash and recycling service from February 1, 2018 through Januaury 31, 2020 Sealed bids marked as “Curbside Trash and Recycling Service” shall be submitted to the Village by mail at: Village of New Madison, P.O. Box 15, New Madison, Ohio 45346. Bid specifications may be obtained by contacting the Village office between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Monday through Friday, at (937) 9960298 ext. 2.

All bids must be received on or before Monday, December 4, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. The bid opening will take place at the regular council meeting on Monday, December 4, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. Bidders need not be present at bid opening.

Marsha Thornburg was the winner of this year’s quilt raffle.

winner was Sisters in Quilting, owner Deb Wilson, quilter same. * This year’s lucky winner of the raffle quilt was Marsha Thornburg.

Towne Squares Quilt Club thanks all the visitors who came to the show.

Special thanks also to their many vendors who brought everything near and

dear to a quilters heart to see and sell.

Not to be forgotten are all those who donated door prizes that were won by their visitors, and the delicious food served by their catering team. They hope everyone who came enjoyed themselves and will come back with their friends and see them next September.

SHERIFF’S AUCTION

Darke County Sheriff’s Office, 5185 County Home Rd, Greenville, Ohio 45331

NOVEMBER 20, 2017 10 A.M.

Darke County Sheriff Toby L. Spencer will conduct a public auction and will be auctioning off numerous county owned vehicles and/or vehicles that have been forfeited for criminal acts.

All vehicles are used and will be sold “AS IS” with NO implication of what condition the vehicles are in and with NO warranties.

All sales are considered final and full payment will be expected the day of the sale.

Signed titles or a bill of sale will be delivered upon the receipt of full payment.

All purchased vehicles must be removed from the location the day of the sale.

Extra time may be considered if PRIOR arrangements have been made prior the date of the sale. NO removals will be allowed after 4PM. Any expense incurred for moving or disposing of sold property after the final sale will be assessed to the buyer.

PHOTO I.D. WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL PURCHASES! LIST OF VEHICLES TO BE SOLD: (included but not limited). Seller reserves the right to add or remove items from this list up to the sale date.

• 2001 Chevy Monte Carlo • 2008 Ford Crown Vic • 2005 Ford Taurus • 1999 Ford Crown Vic • 1986 Ford Ranger • 1994 Ford Crown Vic • 2000 Chevy Truck • 2006 Chevy Impala • 2000 Honda ATV • 2005 Chevy Impala • John Deere Compact Utility Tractor • 1999 Dodge Van

A copy of the bidder’s current Liability Insurance Certificate, as well as a copy of the bidder’s current Workers' Compensation Insurance coverage shall be submitted with each bid.

The Village reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularities in the bidding process.

IN THE COMMON PLEAS COURT OF DARKE COUNTY, OHIO Jonathan P. Hein, Judge Case No: 17-CV-00525 Greenville City School District Plaintiff v.

Dayton and Union Railroad Company, et al.

Defendants Dayton and Union Railroad Company, its successors and assigns, as well as any party that may claim an interest in the real property described below, shall take notice that Greenville City School District filed its complaint in the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, being CASE NO: 17-CV-00525. This matter was filed in said Court against Dayton and Union Railroad Company, its successors and assigns, as well as CSX to quiet title on the real property located at 301 East Fifth Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331 and being parcel number F27-2-212-3501-05-16000. A complete description of the property has been attached to the Complaint filed with the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio located at 504 South Broadway, Second Floor, Greenville, Ohio 45331. The Defendants will take notice that they are required to answer said Complaint within twenty-eight (28) days after the last day of publication of this notice. In the event that the Defendants, or any party that may claim an interest, fails to answer within the specified time, judgement by default can be entered against them for the relief requested in the complaint.

Attorney for Plaintiff Eric H. Brand Goubeaux & Brand Supreme Ct. #0004986 100 Washington Avenue P.O. Box 158 Greenville, OH 45331 (937) 548-2211 11/12, 11/19, 11/26, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17 6T

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

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

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, December 1, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Monroe 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, December 1, 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, December 1, 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, December 1, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Adams in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 1556 Schnorf Jones Rd. Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: K39040718000020400

Street Address: 314 N. Walnut St. Union City, Ohio Parcel Number: H33211329040412700

Street Address: 7596 St. Rt. 49 N Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021216000020300

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $70,000.00 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, December 15, 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 $20,000.00 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, December 15, 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 $102,000.00 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, December 15, 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, December 15, 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, Sherifft 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 3T

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 3T

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 3T

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 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

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, December 1, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Richland 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, December 1, 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, December 1, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Jackson 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, December 1, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 6219 Beamsville Webster Rd. Versailles, Ohio Parcel Number: N54031132000030200

Street Address: 300 Tillman Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235020212800

Street Address: 563 Beatrice Dr. Union City, Ohio Parcel Number: H32011333000044200

Street Address: 5325 Tamarack Trail Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021201000020800

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $150,000.00 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, December 15, 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 $75,000.00 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, December 15, 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 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 3T

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 3T

Ditech Financial VS. No. 16CV00536 Ann Strong, et al.

US Bank VS. No. 17CV00290 Sharon Nuse, et al.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $35,000.00 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, December 15, 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 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 3T

Ditech Financial LLC VS. No. 17CV00386 Marcia Shiffler, et al.

Second National Bank VS. No. 17CV00348 Micky Meade, et al.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $25,000.00 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, December 15, 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 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 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.

US Bank VS. No. 17CV00266 David Ditty, et al.

US Bank VS. No. 17CV00289 Larry Varvel, et al.

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.

Bank of America VS. No. 15CV00406 Catherine Yant, et al.

Wells Fargo Bank VS. No. 17CV00005 Justin Nickell, et al.

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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CAB 2WD P.U., 4.8L V8, air, auto, cruise, very nice, black, 147,526 miles ...................................................................................................................... $10,995 ...........$9,500 2007 GMC YUKON DENALI 4WD, 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, diamond white, 183,754 miles ....................................................................................................... $13,995 .........$12,500 2007 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY LX VAN, 3.3L V6, loaded, good cond., beige, 176,780 miles ........................................................................................................................ $2,995 ...........$1,900 2007 CHEVY SILVERADO ½ TON LT EXT. CAB 4X4 P.U., 5.3L V8, loaded, very nice, black, 117,032 miles................................................................................................................................. $13,995 .........$12,900 2007 CHEVY SILVERADO ½ TON LT EXT. 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2017 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, super nice, red, 29,168 miles .............................. $17,995 .........$16,500 2017 CHEVY IMPALA PREMIER, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, loaded, super nice, silver, 18,854 miles........ $27,995 .........$26,500 2016 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 1.5L, 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., silver, 31,056 miles......................... $17,995 .........$16,900 2016 CHEVY CAMARO 2SS CONVERTIBLE, 6.2L V8, leather, all power, one owner, like new, gray, 1,651 miles ............................................................................................................. $40,995 .........$39,900 2015 CHEVY SS, 4 dr., 6.2L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, like new, silver, 6,017 miles .......................... $38,995 .........$37,900 2014 CHEVY CAMARO RS, 2 dr., 3.6L V6, one owner, loaded, like new, white, 19,935 miles .............. $22,995 .........$21,500 2014 CHEVY MALIBU LT 4 dr., 2.5L, 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, very nice, silver, 100,747 miles .......... $11,995 .........$10,900 2014 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, diamond white, 56,311 miles ......................................................................................................... $22,995 .........$21,500 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, all power, exc. cond., blue, 90,043 miles ............................... $11,995 ...........$9,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles ............... $10,995 ...........$9,500 2006 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 163,567 miles ........ $7,995 ...........$5,900 1990 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, super nice, green, 73,053 miles ....................................................................................................................... $16,995 .........$15,500 1989 CHEVY CAMARO IROC Z, 2 dr., 5.7L Tuned Port V8, loaded, show car, red, 53,946 miles ......... $16,995 .........$15,900

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Annual food drive at Johnston Chiropractic GREENVILLE – Johnston Chiropractic Clinic will host its 14th annual food drive through Dec. 8. Donations will benefit Grace Resurrection Community Center.

The clinic has set a goal of 5,000 items this year. Items needed include instant potatoes, mac & cheese, skillet dinners, cereals, canned

foods, tooth paste & tooth brushes, and hand/body, dish and laundry soap.

On Dec. 6, Dr. Kristene and Dr. Jessica Clark will be giving a free adjustment to every established patient that brings in a $35 donation or $35 worth of nonperishable groceries.

Throughout the duration of the food drive, your

friends & family can bring in a $35 Donation or $35 worth of non-perishable groceries and receive a case history, examination, and consultation (excludes x-rays, personal injury, workers’ comp, and Medicaid cases).

Breakfast with Santa in Ansonia

ANSONIA – The Ansonia Parks Committee will be hosting Breakfast with Santa from 9-11 a.m. on Dec. 2 at the Ansonia American Legion.

Santa is expected to arrive at 9:30 a.m.

The breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice or coffee.

Linda Leeper will be providing the entertainment.

The public is welcome, and donations are appreciated.

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Free hernia screenings November 29 VERSAILLES – Miami County Surgeons will offer free hernia screenings to the community on Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Stillwater Family Care.

Hernias can be detected when a person experiences pain or a bulge in their abdomen, however, many times the health issue doesn’t present with symptoms, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Screenings can help catch a hernia, which if left untreated can cause serious health problems.

Symptoms that do occur include discomfort that gets worse when standing, straining or lifting heavy objects, pain, nausea, problems passing gas, vomiting or the presence of a sore, growing bump in the stomach or groin area. The good news is that hernias can be

Transit closed

GREENVILLE – Greenville Transit System will be closed Nov. 23 and 24 for Thanksgiving.

treated with advanced surgical procedures, some of which are non-invasive, said Zachary Simmons, MD, a surgeon with Miami County Surgeons who will be conducting the screenings.

The free screenings are open to the public. To register, call 1-866-608-3463.

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Senior Citizen Day at Arcanum ARCANUM – The Arcanum Butler Local School District will be hosting a free luncheon for the senior citizens of the district. The luncheon will take place on Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 1:30 p.m. in the cafetorium.

The lunch will consist of chicken noodle soup or vegetable soup, grilled cheese sandwich, dessert and drink.

Entertainment will be provided by the Arcanum Music & Art Departments.

If interested in attending, RSVP no later than Friday, Dec. 1, by calling 692-5174 Ext. 1337.

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