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Transgender bathroom issue faced by Greenville City Schools SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

Jim Buchy (left) praised John Marchal (right) for helping to make Greenville a great place to live.

Marchal praised for service to Garst RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – “This sounded like a really good idea eight weeks ago,â€? said Judge Jonathan Hein of the roast of John Marchal on Dec. 1. “Who doesn’t want to get in line to roast John Marchal? You don’t get these opportunities very often. I can take a shot at the senior member of the Bar (Darke County Bar Association). But then you start looking around and start looking under rocks and behind ďŹ ling cabinets and it’s like your checking on Mother Theresa; there’s no dirt.â€? That seemed to be the theme for the evening as several roasters attempted to bring to light “dirtâ€? on the county’s longest serving attorney, but the “shotsâ€? soon turned to praise.

Marchal recently announced he was stepping down from his role as president of the Darke County Historical Society after 20+ years of service. The Society wanted to honor the man that led the organization and the Garst Museum from some of its darkest days to what it has become – the best historical museum in the state of Ohio (according to Ohio Magazine).

Eileen LitchďŹ eld pointed out Marchal was reluctant to be honored, but agreed if one stipulation was met – the event would be used as a fundraiser for Garst Museum.

Seventy friends and family members ďŹ led into Montage for the evening of laughter and reection on Marchal’s career as an attorney and his dedication to the museum.

Jim Buchy, the emcee for the evening, cracked jokes at Marchal’s expense but also shared he has the utmost respect for Marchal and his family. “John Marchal is indicative of why we are such a successful God blessed place here in Greenville, Ohio and West

Central Ohio. The reason is because of the John Marchals of the world who give their time, talent and resources.� He added, “It’s because of people like you that there is no better place to be and work. Thank you very much for your service.�

Marchal credited Elma Moss for inviting him to join the board, but always wondered why he was chosen. He said he learned the reason why years later. “They were recommending they diversify the board and looked around and thought they covered things pretty well, but they said, ‘We’re missing one thing. We don’t have a sinner.’ One of the people stood up and said, ‘I know a cigar chomping, whiskey drinking, no good lawyer who would be just the right person.’�

Marchal was quick to deect the praise he had received for his role with the Historical Society. “I was remembering the big photograph on the wall (at Garst Museum) and it had a plate on it that says ‘Garst on the March.’ One of the things you notice about the picture right away is the big number of people in the picture.

People like the Coppesses, Brumbaughs, the Browns or pictures of the directors that we’ve had; pictures of the board members or have been supporters, or docents, who have come in and helped us. Clay was in there and Penny Perry is there. All these people are there, locked arms marching forward. That’s the real life story of Garst Museum.â€? He concluded, “Don’t forget to look at the photograph because you won’t ďŹ nd me really deďŹ ned.

I’m surrounded by a lot of people who are very competent and very passionate who have given hours and hours on it. I’m just one small part of the group that has the privilege of being able to be part of that.�

GREENVILLE - Posters displayed recently in the halls of Greenville High School are bringing attention to a controversial subject.

In early November, a group of students organized a chapter of GSA – Gay Straight Alliance Network. Meeting twice a month, students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ (Lesbian Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer (or Questioning) community gather to share their thoughts, beliefs and experiences. The + sign denotes other gender identities in the LGBTQ+ community. “We talk about problems we’ve been facing,â€? said 17year-old Mykie, who now identiďŹ es as a male “and try to ďŹ gure out ways to help with our problems.â€?

One of those problems, according to Mykie, a senior, has been in the news, most recently in the Troy City school district.

Students who identify as ‘trans’ want to be able

to use bathroom facilities they feel comfortable using. In this case, Mykie wants to switch from the girls bathroom to the boys.

That’s where the posters come in. Mykie posted several yers (posters) around Greenville High School, titled “We should NOT have to ďŹ ght for our rights as a human being.â€? The info on the yer went on to ask the reader to think about “how hard it is to be included into

something when you know you feel completely different than how you look.

What about the times you were laughed at or called names for something you wear?�

According to the website, transstudent.org, transgender is identiďŹ ed as: “Transgender/Trans: encompassing term of many gender identities of those who do not identify or exclusively identify with

their sex assigned at birth.

The term transgender is not indicative of gender expression, sexual orientation, hormonal makeup, physical anatomy, or how one is perceived in daily life.�

Public schools are required to adopt policy to comply with Title IX, which

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Greenville grad on front lines of Gatlinburg wildďŹ re ďŹ ght CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. – As most watched in horror while wildďŹ res consumed thousands of acres in Sevier County in Tennessee earlier this week, Greenville High School grad Tom Lucas was on the frontlines working to ďŹ ght back the ames that threatened lives, homes and iconic structures that attract millions of tourists every year.

Lucas, who graduated from GHS in 1993, has served with the Sevierville, Tenn. Fire Department for nearly 20 years as both a ďŹ reďŹ ghter and EMT-A. He moved to the area since leaving Darke County in 1997 and today lives with his wife Peggy and two young sons. Lucas told The Early Bird that this week’s wildďŹ res are like nothing he has ever experienced in his career.

On Monday, he and fellow crew members of the Sevierville FD Station 2 were initially dispatched to the Ski Mountain Road area for reports of brush and structure ďŹ res. Mixed with extreme wind gusts over 87 mph and drier than normal conditions, the area affected by the ďŹ re quickly became a sense of urgency by all departments involved.

After coming down from the mountain, Lucas’ department was immediately sent to downtown Gatlin-

burg to ďŹ ght back the ames for more than four hours in attempts to spare the Parkway strip and it’s many businesses.

Lucas and crew ďŹ nally was assigned to handle condo ďŹ res at the Westgate Resort, where two people were rescued from a trapped elevator. “There were just so many spot ďŹ res and not enough resources to control them all,â€? Lucas said. “As we put a spot out another would start nearby‌and then another. Thankfully the rain eventually came and we were able to gain some control back of the ďŹ res.â€?

According to ofďŹ cials, the wildďŹ res destroyed nearly 17,000 acres of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and other nearby areas and is said to be the largest in over a century. Hundreds of structures, including homes, cabins and businesses were destroyed or severely damaged as a result of the ďŹ res. The last major ďŹ re was reported in July of 1992 when an entire city block in downtown Gatlinburg burned to the ground, due to faulty wiring in a light ďŹ xture.

At last count on Thursday, more than 10 people lost their lives and numerous others injured – with still more reported as missing. Lucas says the his department is one of those tasked with going through the damaged areas in hopes to locate any of the missing in the devastated areas.

Tom Lucas

According to Tennessee ofďŹ cials, the wildďŹ res are said to be ‘human-related’ – as authorities continue to investigate the ďŹ res that are said to have begun in the Chimney Tops Trail area of the Great Smoky Mountains. Though many tourist attractions were spared, the area affected is more than some can comprehend. “Gatlinburg as we knew it will never be the same. This is deďŹ nitely one for the record books,â€? concluded Lucas.

The Great Smoky Mountains holds a special place in many Darke County resident’s hearts, as a vacation destination and even a setting for marriage proposals, ceremonies and honeymoons as some shared on Facebook‌ “Fourteen years ago we started our journey together as husband and wife in

beautiful Gatlinburg. We’ve tried to go back at least once a year ever since.�

-Todd Barton “Best memory of all was the day I said “I do� to my best friend in Gatlinburg on October 3, 2009. We’ve tried to go back every year on our Anniversary since.

We’ve been twice this year, once in July and again in October.â€? -Cindy Frick “My husband and I took our honeymoon there in 2005. I’m sad to think of the same beautiful place being so devastated.â€? -Danielle Myers “Almost 16 years ago my wife and I got married at a chapel on the outskirts of Gatlinburg‌Sadly it burnt to the ground during the wildďŹ re.â€? -Troy Yeomans Read many more memories posted on The Early Bird’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ bluebagnews.

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GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT

Greenville woman jailed for assault Assault On Nov. 30 an officer responded to a report of an assault in the 100 block of Hilltop Drive.

The defendant, Karina Brown admitted to using her fist to punch her aunt, who was visiting, in the face causing bruising and redness near the victim’s right eye. The assault took place during an argument between Brown and two relatives. Brown was arrested for assault and transported to the Darke County Jail on a bond of $1,025. She is to appear in court Dec. 6.

DUI On Nov. 24 an officer was dispatched to the

area of 125 Twelfth Street in reference to a vehicle crashed over the curb and parked in a grassy area behind Coblentz Automotive. Upon arrival, the officer observed a white Pontiac Grand AM parked in the grassy area.

According to the report, the driver, Jay Truesdale, was pretending to sleep in the back seat. The officer opened the door and immediately smelled a strong odor of alcohol coming from Truesdale.

His eyes were glassy and bloodshot and his speech was slurred. Truesdale admitted he had been drinking beer all day and should not have been driving. He also told the

James T. Lawson submits a guilty plea to Judge Jonathan Hein via teleconference on Monday.

Lawson guilty for throwing knife at child

BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – James T. Lawson could serve time in prison after pleading guilty on Monday to a charge of Attempted Felonious Assault, a third degree felony.

Lawson was originally indicted on two counts of Felonious Assault (felonies of the seconddegree). Under a plea agreement, Darke County Prosecutor R. Kelly Ormsby, III agreed to drop the second Felonious Assault charge and reduce the first count of the indictment to Attempted Felonious Assault in exchange for a guilty plea.

The charges stem from

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an incident on Aug. 30 where Lawson, according to the Union City, Ohio Police Department’s (UCOPD) Facebook Page, was arrested after throwing a pocket knife with the blade out at a small child. UCOPD also stated, “Lawson resisted arrest and was found to be highly intoxicated.”

According to Judge Jonathan P. Hein, Lawson faces up to three years in prison and a $10,000 fine. It was noted the charge does not mandate a prison sentence.

Lawson will be sentenced in Darke County Common Pleas Court on Jan. 9, 10:15 a.m.

Defense Attorney Matthew Pierron served as counsel for Lawson.

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officer he needed help with anger and alcohol addiction. Upon exiting the vehicle, Truesdale was unsteady on his feet and had to have assistance walking by paramedics.

Greenville Township Rescue transported Truesdale to Wayne ER, where he agreed to give the officer a blood sample to be sent to the Miami Valley Crime Lab for analysis.

The officer issued Truesdale a citation for OVI and reasonable control.

Shoplifting On Nov. 24 an officer was dispatched to WalMart, 1501 Wagner Avenue in reference to a shoplifting complaint.

According to store employees, Shannon Forsyth was seen putting items from the men’s department into Walmart bags, walking past the point of purchase to the front entrance of the store. She was stopped

by WalMart personnel and subsequently questioned by police. Forsyth admitted to taking the merchandise because she did not have money to pay for them. Forsyth claimed the merchandise was for Christmas gifts.

Forsyth was charged with misdemeanor theft based on her admission and the Walmart employee’s statement. The recovered merchandise totaled $262.46. Forsyth was trespassed from WalMart and released after being charged.

Wanted Person On Nov. 30 an offi-

cer was called to the 500 block of East Third in reference to a suspicious vehicle. Upon arrival the officer spoke to occupants sitting in a red Honda.

The officer recognized one of the subjects as Cory Norris, who was sitting in the rear seat. The officer had prior knowledge Norris had a warrant from Greenville Police Department. Norris was arrested and while being patted down, an officer found a silver metal pipe in the pocket of the subject’s shorts. Norris told the officers the pipe was his and he had used it in the past to smoke crack.

Norris was transported to the Darke County Jail where he will serve 29 days. The pipe was transported to the Greenville Police Department and will be sent to the Miami Valley Regional Crime lab for analysis.

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.

GREENVILLE – According to AgWeek, “the most recent U.S. Department of Agriculture statistics show the number of farmers ages 25 to 34 is growing nationwide.

That’s the result of strong crop prices from 2007 to 2013, which generated higher farm income and gave young would-be farmers a better chance to support themselves and their families.

Young farmers and ranchers, for their part, say they’re not being handed anything and they face major financial challenges. The strong crop prices that encouraged young farmers to get started are gone -corn, which once sold for as much $8 per bushel, brings about $3.50 per bushel now -- but land prices, which soared during the boom years, haven’t come down.”

OSU Extension will be partnering with Farm Credit Mid-America to hold a Farm Management School this winter to address this need from the agriculture community. The series will teach young, beginning and small business farmers about finances, business plans and how to make their operation successful.

What we will cover: Jan. 5 – Making Record Keeping Do More Than the Tax Return and Developing Your Balance Sheet Jan. 12 – What is the Mission of Your Farming Operation and Basics of Finance Jan. 19 – Developing Your Business Plan Jan. 26 – Farm Transition Planning Feb. 2 – Ag Law 101 OSU Extension, Darke County would like to thank their sponsor Farm Credit Mid-America for their support in holding this program.

Pre-registration and

pre-payment are required. Download the full flyer and registration at http://go.osu. edu/darkefarmmanagementschool. The cost is $50 per person. The registration deadline is Dec. 27. Registration includes snacks and materials.

Make checks payable to Ohio State University Extension. Mail to OSU Extension, Darke County, 603 Wagner Ave., Greenville, Ohio 45331.

For more information about OSU Extension, Darke County, visit the Darke County OSU Extension web site at www. darke.osu.edu, OSU Extension Darke County Facebook Page or contact Sam Custer, at (937) 548-5215.

Farm Management School in Darke County

County to offer Ohio Veterans ID cards to local vets

BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com DARKE COUNTY – Local veterans will soon be able to register for an Ohio Veterans Identification card. The ID program for veterans was approved in late summer, said Tom Pitman, Darke County Veterans Services Officer.

On Wednesday, Nov. 30, county commissioners approved a resolution allowing the Darke County Veterans Services office to purchase equipment and supplies necessary to provide the free ID, which is similar in appearance and size to a driver’s license.

The card may be used as official picture identification for voting or for other purposes. Although the card does not guarantee specific benefits or discounts, Pitman said, many of Ohio’s counties already participating in the ID program do have local businesses offering discounts to cardholders.

To be eligible for a card, a veteran’s discharge paperwork must be on record at the county recorder’s office. Veterans also will be asked to provide, in person, two forms of identification, one with a photograph of the veteran, to the Darke County Veterans Services office, 611 Wagner Ave., Greenville Pitman and county commission see the ID program as a two-fold.

Not only will veterans receive an official state-

approved identification card, it also will offer an opportunity for his office to speak with veterans to explain other services they may not be aware of.

“It is a good outreach program for our veterans,” Commissioner Mike Stegall said.

Pitman said the 2010 U.S. Census showed 3,800 veterans living in Darke County.

“It’s (the ID program) a way to capture some people who might have not been recorded on the census,” Pitman explained.

The Ohio Veterans ID cards are issued for a 10year period, Pitman said.

The initial cost to the county will be approximately $3,000, with ongoing costs of about $.80 per card issued.

Commissioner Mike Rhoades said veterans should be able to register for a card by the first of 2017.

Pitman said he plans to speak to local businesses and organization, which may be interested in offering discounts to cardholders.

“I’d like to share what other counties are doing and see if they are willing to do something like that here, get a comprehensive list of organizations that might be willing to offer something to our veterans,” he said.

For more information, contact the Darke County Veterans Services office at 548-5305.

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PONTIUS – Albert J.

Pontius, 88, of GreenVeteran ville, passed away at 7:17 a.m., Friday, Nov. 18, 2016, at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center, Greenville.

Albert was born Dec. 3, 1927, in Barberton, Ohio, to Albert and Dorothy Pontius. After graduating from Doylestown High School in 1945 and working several jobs for six months, as well as playing guitar and singing at the Cleveland Music Hall, WCLE radio and other venues, he joined the Army where he worked as a company clerk (because he could type) in Camp Lee, Va. After one year, he was transferred as a Captain to the Edgewood Chemical Biological Center in Maryland where he worked for six months. After World War II ended, at the age of 20, he returned to Doylestown where he dated and married Ethel Maurine Smith, his wife for 62 years until her death on Nov. 26, 2011.

Albert commuted to Ashland College and transferred to Kent State where he received a B.S. in Administration in 1952 and earned his CPA license. After working 10 years for Arthur Anderson in Cleveland, he returned to Kent State for his MBA in 1964 and also taught classes there and became an assistant professor at Akron University until 1965. He then moved his family to Greenville and joined Overmyer Glass Mould Corporation in Winchester, Ind., where he was the CFO for 20 years.

He then went into private practice, well into his 70s, helping to rejuvenate corporations, including Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company.

Albert is survived by his children, Richard A. (Sharon) Pontius of Columbus and Carol J. Pontius of Dayton; grandchildren Dana and Lisa Pontius of Columbus; sister Virginia Evans in the Apostolic Christian Home in Rittman; sisters-in-law Madeline Meyers of Brookville and Janet Iversen of Raleigh; brother-in-law Leonard (Carol) Smith of Raleigh; nephews Kurt Meyers of West Milton, Jeff Meyers of Brookville, Larry Iversen of Vancouver and David Iversen of Raleigh.

Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, at the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, 1499 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, with Rev. Dr. John Person officiating. Burial is in the Greenville Cemetery.

Condolences for the family may be sent to

www.zecharbailey.com. In lieu of flowers, friends may send donations to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, OH 45331.

ADAMS - Charles W. Adams of Greenville passed quietly the morning of Nov. 16 in the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Wayne HealthCare in Greenville; his grandson at his side.

He was born Nov. 25, 1922 to Willaby Isaac and Verna Belle (McMurray) Adams of Celina. Preceding him in death are his parents; his wife Lois Irene (Uncapher) Adams; sister, Marjorie (Adams) Elson-Adam; and multiple brother and sisters-in-law.

He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law Jerry and Susan (Adams) Ellis; his grandchildren Tim and Cathy (Glick) Ellis and Mary Beth (Ellis) Bozarth; as well as three great grandsons, Noah and Nolan Ellis, and Johnnie Bozarth all of Greenville. Also surviving is his older sister Katherine (Adams) Johns of St. Marys and sister and brothersin-law, Norma Jean Steinecker of Celina, Gwen Uncapher of Mendon, Billie (Uncapher) and Johnny Wickham of South Point, and Harold Adam of Bradenton, Fla., along with many nephews and nieces.

Charles was a WWII veteran who served in the Army from 1943-1945 in the South Pacific. He retired in 1981 from Goodyear Tire and Rubber in St. Marys after 40 years of service where he was a supervisor. He was a 68 year member of various bodies of the Masonic Lodge and the Order of the Eastern Star, including Commandary. His longevity in the Masons is attributed to his strength in faith and belief in the importance to serve, which would not have been possible his last 10 years without the dedication of his fellow Masons and friends John Christman, Marvin Kochersperger, Roy Kash, and Doug Smith. Charles was also a life-long member of the United Methodist Church, a 70 year member of the American Legion, and lifetime member of both the VFW and DAV.

Charlie enjoyed woodworking, gardening, crafting magnets out of seashells, amateur general contracting for friends and family, farming with his nephew George Gibson of St. Marys, and spending time with his family and last dachshund Espi.

He was loved by many as ”Grandpa Charlie” spending his later years on Naomi Drive surrounded by wonderful neighbors and family, prior to moving to assisted living at the Brethren Retirement Community in December 2014. He enjoyed many adventures with his granddaughter and great-grandson who will miss him greatly.

Charles, along with his wife, committed to donating his body to the Wright State’s School of Medicine in effort to ensure the learning opportunities of future healthcare workers.

There will be a memorial service in his honor held at the First United Methodist Church on East Fourth Street in Greenville on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 10:30 a.m. to remember and celebrate his life. There will be Masonic services following. Sylvia McKibben will officiate. Memorial Contributions can be made to Youth for Christ, PO Box 266, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

NICHOLS – Patricia A. Nichols (Krimm, Wallace), 54, passed away on Nov. 29, 2016, as a result of a courageous battle with cancer. I was born on Oct. 7, 1962 to Kenneth D. and Delight C. “Dee” (Routsong) Krimm.

I am preceded in death by my brother Timothy John Krimm; sister-like and friend Darlene Steinbrugge; grandfathers William (Duke) Krimm, John Aker, and Walter Watkins; grandmothers Helen Orndolf Krimm Aker, Vera Routsong Watkins; fatherin-law Alvin (Homer) Nichols.

I am survived by my loving husband Michael C. Nichols of 26 years, whom I married on July 14 1990; my son John Kenneth Wallace and his wife (Jamie Heather); their sons and my handsome grandsons Adam Joseph and Wade Kenneth; their beautiful daughter, Claire DeAnn; my daughter, Ja-

mie Nicole Wallace, and her fiance’ Brian Baker, their daughters, and my precious granddaughters Antania Cheyenne and Aereonna Montgomarie; three brothers and their families, William (Bill) Krimm, wife Shelley of Troy, Kevin Krimm, wife Christine of New Carlisle, Mark Krimm, wife Chelsea of Eaton, Co.; nieces Tiffany, Taylor, Mattie, Kristin, Brittany, and Bethany; nephews Tyler, Cooper, and Kody. I am also survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins; brother-in-laws, sister-inlaws, nieces, nephews on the Nichols’ side.

I attended Our Lady of the Rosary, graduated from Kiser High School Class of 1981 both of Dayton. One of my favorite things of my life was being the featured character in the WONE coloring book for the National Kidney Foundation, titled “Patty’s Visit WONE” (1978) There I met several WONE DJ’s and personnel. I was a big fan of the Cleveland Browns, Ohio State Buckeyes and Tennessee Volunteers. I worked for Ponderosa (Keowee St.), North Dayton Garden Center, Furst Florist, Plant Haus Wholesale, Millers Florist, all of Dayton, Continental Florist, Centerville, Millers Tavern, and volunteered at Brumbaugh Fruit Farm, both of Arcanum. I was an active member of the North Dayton Anglers and Gun Club, also very active in Coonskin Cap Brigade, (teaching the safety and the use of firearms, hawks, knives, and many other things). I loved Rendezvous’ (re-enacting of the pre-1840s) under the name of Sally’s Primitives.

Funeral service will be at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Road. Viewing will be Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016 from 4-9 p.m. Service will be Monday, Dec. 5, 2016 at 10 a.m.

Burial interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers send contributions to either, Grassy Run Historical Arts Committee, P.O. Box 562 Williamsburg, OH 45176, or Arcanum Rescue 202 Main St., Arcanum, OH 45304.

At this time I would strongly encourage everyone to become an ORGAN DONOR, because if it wasn’t for my brothers Bill and Kevin donating their kidneys to me I might not have had a second and third chance at life. Bill and Kevin I love you and thank you for allowing me those chances. Following the service my family will have a luncheon at North Dayton Anglers at 1924 Valley Street, Dayton, OH 45424 as well as a gath-

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ering at Miller’s Tavern, Arcanum, in the evening.

Where I would like everyone to come enjoy the life I had; not my death. I would like to thank everyone for touching my life in so many different ways. Love, Patty

RHOADES

– Thomas D. Rhoades, Veteran 70, of New Madison, died Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service was held Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016 at the New Madison United Methodist Church.

Burial is in Otterbein Cemetery.

JONES – Gary L. Jones, 77, of Greenville, and formerly of Eldorado, died Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Burial will be in the Monroe Cemetery near Eldorado.

BERTRAM – Edith Lamons Bertram, 78, of Greenville, formerly of Dayton, died Nov. 25, 2016. A service was held Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home of Greenville.

Burial is in Abbottsville Cemetery, Greenville.

O’DELL – Ronald Lee O’Dell, 78, of Greenville, died Friday, Nov. 25, 2016. A graveside service was held on Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at Oak Grove Cemetery, Ft. Jefferson.

MARTIN – Joe Leslie Martin, 74, of Greenville, died Saturday, Nov. 26, 2016. A Celebration of Life Service was held Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016 at The First Assembly of God, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

CORDONNIER

– Rachelle Cordonnier, 83, died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 at St. Boni-

mation later this month, Townsend said.

Townsend and district transportation director Andrew Grasty have been working on new walking and bus routes for several weeks. During the Nov. 17 board of education meeting, Townsend asked board members for input.

The board was in agreement that the district follow state guidelines that approve walking routes for those living within a mile of a school building.

The matter of crossing guards also was addressed, with board members concerned that a guard program be put into place for the young walkers.

According to Townsend, crossing guards will be placed in needed areas, including Main Street at Orchard and Ohio Street at Greenmoore Court.

The traffic light at Ohio and Main streets, Townsend explained will

act as a crossing guard at that intersection. “If children opt to take that route, there is a light there,” she said, noting that the district is discouraging students from walking solely on Oho Street to access the school. : Students will be divided into two separate “walk zones,” Townsend said, as follows: Grades 5-8 * Eastwood Drive to the new school * Imo to the new school * Oxford to the new school Grades K-4 * Hickory to the new school * Hilltop to the new school * Oxford to the new school According to initial reports, administrators anticipate approximately 34 students in grades K-4 and 41 students in grades 5-8 who will reside within the

“walk zones” for the new school.

“We’re looking at safety and appropriate age expectations as they walk to school,” Townsend said about two approved walking zones. “Five to 9-yearolds aren’t as likely to have a long attention span. At 13-14 you can potentially walk to school without problems.”

Townsend said the district wants parents and students to feel comfortable with the district’s new transportation efforts.

“Many of our stops will stay the same. Some city routes will even stay similar. We’re not looking to redo many routes. And we want kids to have appropriate walking experiences.”

Greenville currently buses approximately 60 percent of its student population, Townsend noted.

Parents who currently drop students off at the school may continue to d so.

SHERWIN

– Isaac “Ike” Brown Sherwin, 94, Veteran l o n g t i m e resident of Berea and recent resident of the Brethren Retirement Community of Greenville, died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016. A service was held Friday, Dec. 2, 2016 at the Berea Baptist Church. Burial is in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman.

H O L L I N S GWORTH – Ann J.

Hollingsworth, 83, of Versailles, died Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016, at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park in Covington. The family will receive friends on Monday, Dec. 5, 2016 from 3-7 p.m. and Tuesday morning from 9:3010:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

STUMP – Erma Eileen Stump, 89, of Union City, Ohio died Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2016. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016 at Reichard Funeral Home Inc., 400 W. Deerfield Rd., Union City, IN. Burial will follow in the Ft. Recovery Cemetery.

LUCAS

– Gerald D. Lucas, 89, of GreenVeteran ville, died Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Dec. 5, 2016 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in the St. John Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2016 from 2-5 p.m. in the in the funeral home.

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BY SUSAN HARTLEY STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – Some Greenville students will have the opportunity to grab a bus ride to school, while others will be walking come Jan. 12.

When school resume following Christmas break, students in grades K-8 will be attending their brand new building at 1111 Ohio Street.

Walkers currently attending junior high, as well as East and South schools, will be assigned a bus route, says Andrea Townsend, director of administration and pupil services.

Students who live within a mile of the new school may be receiving information on walking to school come Jan. 12.

Information cards from the district administration office will be sent out to parents of Greenville’s K-8th students with infor-

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LCC holds annual Christmas day dinner GREENVILLE – Christmas is the time of year for joy and happiness, but for those who are lonely or less fortunate it can be a very sad time of year. This is the reason that for the past 33 years the Lighthouse Christian Center along with area business and community volunteers treat those persons to a free Christmas dinner.

The dinner is free and consists of ham, chicken, barbecue pork, green

beans, corn, escalloped potatoes, cole slaw, bread, butter, milk, coffee and finished with Wicks pies for dessert.

In addition to the meal, they have a treat of candy, fruit and gum, especially for the children.

They also have numerous door prizes for adults and gifts for the children. The past few years, they have had bicycles as door prizes for the children.

Even in a bad economy, businesses and the

more fortunate have been very generous this year and they expect to have lots of food and gifts.

They also expect to have lots more door prizes this year to make Christmas more enjoyable for more people.

Reservations for the dinner are requested (just so they will know how much food to prepare), but you can come without them. Leave a message with the age of your children so they can

GREENVILLE – The gospel quartet Glorybound of Union City and Winchester, Ind., will be in concert Dec. 11, at 6 p.m., at the First Church of the Nazarene in Greenville. The church is located at 7584 State Route 118 North, Greenville, next to Woodland Primary School.

Glorybound is a gospel quartet made up of cousins, David, Karen, Brad and Paula Key. Glorybound uses a variety of musical styles, with close harmony, to share God’s message in song. Come hear Glorybound min-

ister this Advent season through gospel music and Christmas songs.

The quartet began their music ministry in 1980 when they performed Dallas Holm’s Easter Cantata, “His Last Days.” Since that time God has been opening doors to minister in churches, county fairs, festivals and various other school and community functions throughout Indiana and Ohio.

Glorybound began their ministry to encourage, through song and testimony, of how our heavenly Father cares

about every aspect of our lives. With the changes that life as brought in the past 30 years, the truth of this message and the fact that “Jesus is Still the Answer” only becomes stronger.

If you have a question, contact the church at (937) 510-5931 or at wthomas19 @live.com.

have the appropriate age gift.

If you know of a shutin that needs a meal, call (937) 548-7464 and put their name on the list; please leave a message if no one answers as someone will get back to you.

The meal starts at 11:30 a.m. on Christmas day.

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Stevens Family shares Glorybound to sing at First Church music in Greenville of the Nazarene in Greenville GREENVILLE – A special Christmas concert with The Stevens Family will be held at Greenville First Assembly of God, 7219 State Route 118, Greenville, on Dec. 18, 6 p.m. Pastor Dale Boeger and the congregation invites everyone to attend this inspiring concert. There is no admission charge, but a love offering will be received for The Stevens Family.

The Stevens Family, from Warren, has been traveling in music ministry since 1985. Rich, Tami and Erin effectively minister the gospel to people of all ages through a variety of musical styles. They have completed many recordings, which showcase their creative songwriting abilities. They have written songs that have been recorded by artists such as Greater Vision, The Whisnants and The Inspirations. They have been honored to share the platform with respected groups such as The Couriers, Kar-

en Peck & New River, The Whisnants, Triumphant Quartet, Brian Free & Assurance, The Mark Trammell Quartet, The Talley Trio, Tribute Quartet, Sisters, The Bowling Family, The Dixie Melody Boys and Jeff & Sheri Easter.

They have also appeared as featured artists at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. The Stevens Family has had opportunities to share their ministry in more than 3,500 concerts in 34 states, Ontario and Quebec, Canada, as well as the West Indies and England. Each year they travel thousands of miles, crossing many denominational lines.

The Stevens Family has a special message and an apparent sense of direction in their ministry. Their music could best be described as Christ-centered and family-oriented. The purpose of their ministry is to offer encouragement and hope through the message of God’s Word in song.

Members of the Arcanum Girl Scout Troop 32131 are shown presenting items to Faith UMC Food Pantry.

Faith UM accepts donation from scouts ARCANUM – Arcanum Faith United Methodist Church hosted Girl Scout Troop #32131 for their November meeting. The Scouts, who usually meet at Trinity United Methodist Church, came to learn all about Faith’s Food

PERS meeting

GREENVILLE – The PERS retiree’s monthly meeting will be held Dec. 5, 11:30 a.m., at the VFW on Ohio Street.

Service of remembrance

UNION CITY, Ind. – Trinity Lutheran Church, State Road 28, Union City, Ind., will host a Blue Christmas Service on Dec. 14, 7 p.m. Life’s journey may find the holidays a difficult time to celebrate for many reasons. This service will be an evening of remembrance as the long nights of winter approach.

Join them for an evening of candlelight, scripture and inspirational music/videos. Bring a picture/ memento, if you desire.

Refreshments and fellowship of encouragement will follow.

For more information, call (765) 964-5712.

Pantry that serves those in the Arcanum and the surrounding area.

Faith Church gratefully accepted cash and 141 food items donated by Trinity and the Girl Scout Troop.

To learn more about Faith’s Food Pantry, please call the church office Monday – Friday from 9 a.m.– noon at 692-8934.

NMPL hosts Open House

NEW MADISON – Friends of the New Madison Public Library invite you to join them for their annual Christmas Open House on Dec. 13. Refreshments will be provided beginning at 11 a.m.

From 3-6 p.m., library patrons will be entertained

by Tri-Village graduate Eric Smith, who will share sounds of the season. At 6 p.m., the Board of Trustees will be honoring the Phyllis Cole Dubbs Library Service Award Recipient for 2016, Marilyn J. Fritz. Bring the family in to celebrate and stock up on books, magazines, movies, and music for the holiday season.

Check out their website www.newmadisonpubliclibrary.org and Like them on Facebook for more information on programming throughout the year.

FPU comes to Ware’s Chapel in January WEST MANCHESTER – Ware’s Chapel UMC, West Manchester, is offering the Financial Peace University program. This 9-week program with 2 hour class time a week, begin on Jan. 10, 2017 at 7 p.m. Many people who have taken this course have felt they have gained much.

It is taught on DVD by Dave Ramsey. He is a financial advisor and teacher, heard by 8.5 million radio listeners. God has promised to provide us with the knowledge of how to use what we have to live a full and comfortable life.

There are hundreds of references in the scriptures on money management.

The scriptures are full of guidance including financial stewardship and this course will provide practical applications in

the following topics: Debt management, Budgeting, Saving and cash flow management, the role of Insurance, Retirement and College planning, Real Estate and Mortgage and more.

The class will be one hour teaching with another hour of discussion and questions. There is no cost to attendees other than your textbook, workbooks and other class materials.

You can go to the website at www.daveramsey. com/fpu to get more details, register, and order your class materials. For additional information, call (937) 884-5601.

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GREENVILLE – The Greenville Class of 1958 is having a luncheon on Dec. 9, 1 p.m., at Fairlawn Steak House, Greenville.

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ON YOUR MIND

Commissioners’ Corner November is now over and hopefully, all of the leftover turkey is gone too.

Thanksgiving is always a special time for families and friends to get together and give thanks for all the blessings we have received.

This year, Darke County has a lot to be thankful for, and we hope all of you do too.

The year 2016 has turned out to be very good to Darke County, as we continue to grow and prosper, and we continually receive State and National recognition. The Darke County Visitor’s Bureau learned this month that we are the recipients of 10 awards from Ohio Magazine. The awards are: Best Main Street/ Downtown(Greenville), Best County Fair (this doesn’t surprise us, does it!?) Best Historical Museum (Garst), Best Summer Festival (Gathering at Garst), Best Winery (Versailles), Fine Dining (Michael Anthony’s at the Inn), Casual dining (The Merchant House), Best Breakfast Spot (The Old Arcana), Best Coffee Shop/ Roaster (The Coffee Pot) and Best Historical Site (Bear’s Mill). The first five in the list above are multiple year winners. These awards validate what a great place we have here in Darke County and what we have to offer.

The Darke County Visitors Bureau has also won the prestigious Ruby Award, an award of Excellence from the Ohio Travel Association. Thanks to Matt Staugler of the Visitors Bureau, Amber Garrett of Main Street Greenville and all involved for doing Darke County Proud.

On Nov. 19, several thousands of people

were in Greenville for the Hometown Holiday Horse Parade. The weather cooperated, and a good time was had by all. Thanks to all of the participants and organizers for a really great evening. The 26th of November saw the Small Business Saturday in the County. It too seemed to be very successful. As the Christmas season approaches, please be sure to shop at and support our local businesses and continue to make all of our town’s merchants successful.

This month the Commissioners and our elected officials are working on appropriations for next year. Once again, the elected officials have done an outstanding job of holding costs in line, and continue to operate at peak efficiency. This has been a very good year and with our Health and Wellness group our costs of insurance have seen very slight increases the last few years. Thanks to the entire Health and Wellness Team and Denise Dillman and John Cook for keeping us healthy and keeping costs low.

Thanksgiving gave us a lot to be thankful for. The Commissioners hope that as the year ends, you and your families will continue to prosper. The Commissioners would love to see you at one of our scheduled weekly sessions, so you can be in the know.

We meet every Monday and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Commissioner’s Office located at 520 South Broadway in Greenville. Hope to see you there and have a great Holiday season.

The Darke County Commissioners

One Health Awareness Month in Ohio COLUMBUS—State Representatives Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) and Steve Huffman (RTipp City) recently applauded the Ohio House’s passage of House Bill 580, which would designate November as “One Health Awareness Month” in the state of Ohio.

The legislation, jointly sponsored by Johnson and Huffman, works to recognize that human health, animal health and ecosystem health are linked, with the goal of improving the lives of humans and animals through the integration of human medicine, veterinary medicine and environmental science.

An estimation by the Centers for Disease Control stated that approximately 75 percent of recently emerging infectious diseases affecting people originated from animals.

These include recent outbreaks such as Ebola, Avian Influenza, Salmonella and the Zika virus.

“The health of human beings is inextricably tied to the health of the animals with which we share the earth,” Rep. Johnson said. “God expects us to be good stewards of the animal kingdom over which He gave us dominion. This

‘One Health’ recognition acknowledges the importance of our healthful connection to those animals, and to the earth which is home for us all. This is a simple way to pay tribute to all who labor in the betterment of world health, and to raise awareness of our medical interconnectivity.”

“I applaud my colleagues for passing HB 580,” Rep. Huffman said.

“By raising awareness of the linkage between human and animal health, I am confident that the medical community will be able to make significant progress in improving the public health of citizens across Ohio.”

Committee testimony also pointed out that promoting animal health is important for human health as far as the human-animal bond. An example is companion animals, which can help improve mental and emotional wellbeing in humans as these pet owners are less likely to suffer from stress, anxiety and post-traumatic stress.

House Bill 580 passed on the House floor with a vote of 90-4 and now awaits consideration by the Ohio Senate.

County Engineer’s staff is prepared for snow GREENVILLE – While teachers and their students are dreaming about their first snow day, the Darke County Engineer’s Office has been preparing to keep our roads and bridges safe.

Long before the weather forecasters issue winter’s first snow alert, County Engineer Jim Surber, P.E., P.S., and Shane Coby, highway superintendent, have filled the salt storage building, purchased an additional 500 tons of salt, and completed preventive maintenance and inspection on all county trucks and snow equipment.

Recently, county highway personnel examined plows for cracks in welds, adjusted salt spreaders and spinners, replaced hoses and bearings, and checked and repaired warning lights and safety equipment. Since the end of the construction season, snow plows have or will be mounted on 25 trucks and two graders.

Surber said the department is responsible for over 521 miles of county roads, which translates into 1042 lane miles to keep clear.

The goal is to keep roads drivable, but not necessarily snow and ice free.

County road crews work to keep all roads passable until snowstorms end.

Should high winds create sizable snowdrifts, road graders with bigger plows and front-end loaders will be used to clear the drifts.

The county has purchased over 2700 tons of salt at a cost of $202,500.

About 2000 tons are stored at the Highway Department on Celina Road.

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GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District Board of Commissioners have changed their regular board meeting to Dec. 13, 4 p.m., in the Tecumseh Room of Shawnee Prairie Nature Education center, 4267 St. Rt. 502 W., Greenville.

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Surber said to be aware that applying salt to roadways lowers the freezing point of water, but in proportion to the saturation of the mixture. Generally, it is effective only when temperatures are above 16 degrees. You should slow down as the temperature drops to increase your safety. A light snow often reduces traffic speeds from 3% to 13% while heavy snow can reduce speeds from 5% to 40%.

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Flyers posted by the GSA identify Mykie by name and introduces a petition students may sign in support of students choosing which bathroom facility they feel most comfortable.

In the flyer Mykie stated “I wrote a petition to allow every trans person to use their preferred bathroom and dressing room. Sign the petition and help make the school equal and inclusive.”

As of early this week, 189 of the school district’s required 250 signatures had been obtained. Mykie was confident 250 signatures would be secured prior to a Thursday, Dec. 1 meeting scheduled with Superintendent Doug Fries.

Soon after the GSA flyer was posted, others with an opposing viewpoint started appearing around school.

According to Principal Jeff Cassell, those flyers were posted by the FCA – Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

Although their message was written in first person, no individual student’s name was included on the FCA flyers.

The flyers were signed off by Marty McCabe, a local businessman who advises FCA. The Early Bird reached out to Superintendent Fries and McCabe for a comment.

Fries responded by saying, “The two individual restrooms (one by the cafeteria and one across from the study hall) will be open for individual use by any student.”

The FCA poster leads off with “We should not have to feel uncomfortable or worried when using the restroom at GHS.” The message goes on to say the writer is a “concerned student at GHS. I do not want to have to worry about a woman coming into the men’s restroom or a man coming into the woman’s restroom. There is a solution to this controversial problem. In order to make all students feel accepted at DARKE COUNTY SINGLES CHRISTMAS CARRY-IN AND

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Mykie wrote a second message addressed “Hello GHS” and went on to provide what he feels is an acceptable solution to the bathroom problem.

“I want to meet in the middle so everyone feels comfortable,” he said in an interview with The Early Bird, where he explained how there are currently three boys bathrooms and three girls bathrooms in the high school. Mykie’s solution is to designate two of those bathrooms as trans – “having a male and a female bathroom be inclusive to transgender people, and anyone that feels comfortable using that same bathroom can do so.”

Mykie said the idea to attempt to change bathroom policy at GHS came when he returned to school this fall after being homeschooled his junior year. After telling school administrators he was now to be referred to using male pronouns and by the name Mykie, he was shown a bathroom to use.

A light bulb went off saying “hey, why don’t I just change it myself,” Mykie said of current bathroom policy.

Mykie said he also was the student who began the application process to start a GSA club at the high school.

About 10 students – which includes “allies” attend. Allies are individuals who want to show support to the LGBTQ+ community.

Mykie’s goal in helping start the GSA Club, as well as start the bathroom petition, he said is to “make every community in this town a safe place for everybody and that everybody would be treated equally.”

Since the flyers began showing up, Cassell said he has instituted a revised school policy due in part to students pulling down both the GSA and FCA flyers. Only organized groups may now post, Cassell said.

“No personal opinions, but only clubs or organizations may post 10 posters for one week,” he explained, and then only in approved posting areas. Material included on flyers must be approved, Cassell said.

Cassell also said he is willing to work with both students and administration on solving the problem of a transgender bathroom facility.

“As a public employee, my opinion doesn’t play into it,” he said explaining he will “uphold the policy” made by the board of education and also said as principal “I look at is as how am I going to police it.”

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GREENVILLE – Memorial Hall in Greenville will come alive Dec. 9 with a group of pirates seeking treasure who end up shipwrecked on a island ruled by the King of the High “C’s.”

DeColores Montessori’s pirates and islanders have been preparing for their musical for weeks, learning parts and songs and creating costumes and props.

Under the direction of music teacher Brandi Winterrode, 77 students will be singing in the school musical this year.

Students in grades 4, 5 and 6 also will have lead parts in the musical, which shares a lesson of friends and family as the most important treasures Performing a school musical every three years has become a tradition for DeColores, Winterrode explained.

“We did a pirate musical six years ago,” she said.

“The kids really enjoy pirates so we’re doing the sequel this year.”

The evening also will include a senior recognition for students who will be moving on to the junior high next year.

DeColores emphasizes the importance of music and drama in their Montessori curriculum.

“Music takes all the subjects and interacts them into one,” Winterrode said.

“Music is part of our basic human culture.”

Assisting Winterrode with the production is freshman Eliza Wysong, 14. On Tuesday before Thanksgiving she was stuffing shark costumes with polyester filling.

“Students are making their own pirate costumes, for the most part,” Wysong said, although the sharks and grass skirts were special-ordered.

Wysong said she enjoys the performing arts and is thinking about participating in the drama program at Greenville High School when she starts her sophomore year “I’ve always been interested in theater,” Wysong said. ”I’ve been in plays at Greenville Junior High.”

Most of the lead cast members also have performance experience.

Mya Conway, 11, will captain the pirate ship Dec. 9.

The fifth-grader says she “likes to sing and act.

This is not my first play.

I’ve been in three plays.”

Several of the students have gained performing experience by participating in the Missoula Children’s Theater, offered by the Darke County Center for the Arts.

Pinkbeard will be portrayed by fifth-grader Trudy Arling, 10. Arling, who also says she enjoys acting and singing is a ballet student with Barbara Rethlake Dance Studios.

Pirates and sharks performing in the DeColores Montessori musical on Dec. 9 including, back row, left to right, Trudy Arling as Pinkbeard, Mya Conway as the ship’s captain, Mason Shuttleworth as Blackbeard, and Leo Williams as Blackbeard. Front row, sharks D.J. Everhart and Cole Royer.

“I’ve had experience with school plays, as well as a role in Dayton Ballet’s Nutcracker this year,” Arling explained. Nutcraker will be performed Dec. 16-

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The DeColores pirates will take the stage at 6 p.m.

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DCCA will present A Christmas Carol GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA) will present Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at Henry St. Clair Memorial Hall, Greenville, on Dec. 17 at 8 p.m.

According to DCCA Artistic Director Keith Rawlins, the beloved tale of redemption and joy will be performed by the National Touring Company of the North County Center for the Arts, which has been providing award-winning theater for nearly 30 years.

“This production features first class professional actors, lush costumes, and stunning sets, as well as traditional carols and a timeless message,” Mr. Rawlins stated. “DCCA is thrilled to be able to bring this delightful and entertaining show to our community; A Christmas Carol provides the perfect vehicle to fill audiences of all ages with the true spirit of the season,” he concluded.

The second production of DCCA’s 2016-2017 Artists Series season, A Christmas Carol stars Scott H. Severance as miserly Ebenezer Scrooge; Mr. Severance, who also directs the show, says that Dickens’ classic tale, first published in 1843, presents unforgettable contrasting images of darkness and despair, light and joy, and was one of the greatest influences rejuvenating the old Christmas traditions of England.

DCCA officials stated that this presentation brings musical theatre to their performing arts schedule, something often requested by patrons but difficult

Swartz in UF concert FINDLAY – Kyra Swartz, of Union City, recently performed in the University of Findlay’s Christmas choral concert.

Members of the ConcertChorale and University Singers combined for two concert performances.

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to present in the space offered at St. Clair Memorial Hall, while at the same time appropriately celebrating the holiday season through the arts.

A Christmas Carol is sponsored by Greenville National Bank and Rodney Oda. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives funding from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial, Ketrow Foundation, and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund, as well as DCCA memberships.

Tickets for A Christmas Carol are $25 for adults and half-price for students, and can be purchased by contacting DCCA at (937) 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts.net, and at DCCA’s office located within Greenville Public Library as well as online at www.

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Arcanum Library’s December activities

Butterflies members decorating the tree were Kate Rehmert, Saige Fellers, Mariana Ramos, Meg Rehmert, Audrey Allread and Brianna Fellers.

Butterflies decorate tree at Garst Museum GREENVILLE – The Butterflies Junior Garden Club decorated their Christmas tree in the Pioneer Room of the Garst Museum in preparation for the Open House, Dec. 4 from 1-4 p.m.

The club was asked to celebrate the group’s artistic talents in decorating the tree and they

chose the pebble art pictures they made earlier this year. The tree topper was of cotton ball stems and birch branches. The burlap garland ribbon coordinated with the pebbles in the designs with frosted ornaments and snowflakes added. The skirt of the tree held excess pebbles matching those on the frames.

Help Stuff the Trunks at Dave Knapp Ford GREENVILLE – Since 2011, local residents have made an effort to give Darke County children a better Christmas than they could have dreamed.

Through Operation Christmas Cheer – Darke County, hundreds of children have been blessed by the community’s generosity.

One of the biggest supporters and partners with the effort is Dave Knapp Ford, Lincoln. They are currently accepting toys and other essentials for children in the community. Your help is needed to Stuff the Trunks with unwrapped new items. The deadline to drop off your gifts at the car dealership is Dec. 15.

Items needed include socks and underwear in

all sizes for boys and girls, nail polish sets, make up sets, toys that make noise, body wash sets, glove and hat sets, decorative blankets/pillow sets, sporting toys (basketball, football, baseball, etc.), baby/Barbie Dolls, Game Stop gift cards, arts & crafts supplies, hair accessories, super hero items, Lego’s, tractors, trucks, cars, motorcycles, reading/coloring books, perfume/ Axe spray, hygiene items (toothbrushes, hairbrushes, deodorant, etc.), music, board games and bicycles.

For more information or specific needs, find them on Facebook at Operation Christmas Cheer – Darke County or call (937) 547-3000.

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Dave Knapp Ford recently donated to the local Gatlinburg relief effort to help those affected by the devastating wildfires this week in Sevier County, Tenn. Dave Knapp presented a check for $300 Thursday to Eric Fee, owner of Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, which is designated as Greenville’s drop-off location for donations. (Submitted photo)

ARCANUM – With one more month to go for 2016, the Arcanum Public Library has enough activities planned to fill up your calendar until the New Year.

Come make crafts, enjoy time with friends, visit with Santa, listen to stories, watch a movie, and more.

Bring your preschooler to Story Time for stories, songs, crafts and fun. There are three Mondays left for the year: Dec. 5, 12 and 19.

Each day will have two sessions; one starting at 10 a.m. and the other at 11 a.m.

Your child in grades 1-4 can come over after school to participate in AfterWords. This fun group meets on Mondays from 3:45-4:45 p.m. The remaining dates for this year are Dec. 5, 12 and 19. Come for friendship, crafts, snacks and more.

If you have a child in grades 5 and up, send them over to the library after school on Thursdays for the TNT group. Join them for snacks, games, crafts, puzzles, and lots more. The session on Dec. 8 will run from 3–4:30 p.m. The final session in December will be on the 15th from 2:45–4:15 p.m.

The library will be showing the new release, “Finding Dory” on Dec. 17, beginning at 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy the show and some popcorn.

The crochet group will be meeting on Dec. 1 and 8 at 6:30 p.m. Bring a project to work on, to finish, or get help getting started if you are a beginner.

There will be a Christmas-themed adult coloring session this month for some coloring, beverages, and relaxation. The program will be on Dec. 7 from 11 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. Supplies are provided, or you can bring your own.

One of the library’s most popular yearly events is the kid’s Christmas craft and visit with Santa evening.

This year, come to the library on Dec. 15 from 5–7:30 p.m.

Kids can come make crafts for the season, and enjoy a visit with Santa.

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The library will be closed on Dec. 24, 26, 31 and Jan. 2.

The library would also like to invite you to drop in to see the holiday décor. The display cases will be filled with gingerbread houses created by the children’s groups and patrons.

Be sure to also see their Parlor room and the rest of the library for a visual feast of the holidays.

If you have any questions about any of the programs, feel free to give them a call at 692-8484. You can also visit www.arcanumpubliclibrary.org, or check them out on Facebook.

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ASP making impact on all involved GREENVILLE – The Greenville City Schools bus pulls up in front of the Edison State Community College Darke County Campus.

The door opens and, one-byone, kindergarten through fourth-grade students climb off the bus and head inside where volunteers are waiting for them.

Some days there will be 25-30 students, others nearly 40. Students from South School or other districts are brought to the campus by parents.

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arrival on campus, whether for one hour or two, counts as one contact hour. At the end of ten weeks, the ASP had recorded 1,439 contact hours.

For the ďŹ rst hour or so, students receive help with homework, one-on-one tutoring where needed, math skills, and word problems or reading. When all homework or other required work is done, students watch a movie, draw or color. Snacks are provided daily.

Volunteers have noted the successes of their efforts.

Some ASP students resisted working in the beginning, but most have become accustomed to the schedule and what is expected of them.

Edison State volunteer Jim Kildow noted the practical side of his Edison State Fundamentals of Communication class. “How do you explain four plus ďŹ ve to a kid who thinks four plus ďŹ ve equals 45?â€? he asked.

Many students saw the success of their efforts through ďŹ rst quarter report cards. Most students showed progress, some on Merit or Honor rolls, others proudly toting A’s and B’s.

While most volunteers saw the immediate value of the program, Edison State volunteer Scout Meyer envisioned something more. “I feel this program beneďŹ ts the community as well as the families in it,â€? she said. “These children are the future and in order to function as members of the community, they need to learn what they can now.â€? “I think this program is great and effective in what it does for everyone in it and the surrounding communities,â€? she added. “I hope this program grows and inuences more and more areas around the world, helping to educate children everywhere. While it is still pretty small now, I think it has huge potential to make a difference in everyone’s lives.â€?

For more information, contact Empowering Darke County Youth at empoweringdarkecountyyouth@ gmail.com or call Edison State Darke County Campus at (937) 548-5546.

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BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – GMT RooďŹ ng recently donated the materials and labor for new roofs on the two ticket booths at Harmon Field. “We always try to ďŹ nd ways to help the community,â€? said Gabriel Tamplin owner of GMT Roofing. “They approached me about putting the roofs on the ticket booths and we decided we should just donate the whole thing to them, labor and material on both ticket booths.

GMT installed new 26 gauge standing seam painted metal roofs on the two buildings.

Obviously it was a need,� said Greenville Athletic Director Dusty Yingst.

“The roofs were getting in bad shape and once again, that community support.

We continue to have it day after day.â€? “People, whether it’s individuals or businesses are on board and more than willing to ďŹ nd a way to help support what we’re trying to do, not just as an athletic department but as a school district as a whole, academically and athletically.â€? “It’s evident with this project, with what Gabriel and GMT did out at the stadium,â€? added Yingst. “It’s evident with Friends of Harmon Field, the new school building and other projects that continue to go on within the school district.â€?

Twelve ďŹ sh call this new tank their home and are ready to take kids on underwater adventures.

Beautiful Aquarium gifted to county parks GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks has a long standing legacy of educating young and old alike about nature with live animals. The renovation of the Nature Center classroom into the “Live Classroom,� which included built in terrariums, enclosures, and aquariums as well as wildlife murals painted on the walls, even earned them an award from the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association in 2012.

Recently, two park supporters, Ed Koenig and Drema Wetzel, wished to continue the tradition of quality displays and donated a beautiful 170 gallon aquarium to the park district. The new display features an enclosed wooden cabinet stand and a wood top with crown molding.

The tank is now home to the “pond lifeâ€? creatures such as bluegill, redear sunďŹ sh, and a small catďŹ sh. Visitors can get an up close look at their native

ďŹ sh and explore underwater life. The park would like to extend a huge thank you to Ed and Drema for their gift and to the park volunteers who help move and transport the tank to the Nature Center.

Naturalist Kathi McQueen said she’s so pleased that the “community is helping to keep our displays fresh and updated so the park district can continue to grow and prosper, teaching future generations about the importance of nature and conservation.�

In the near future, the display will feature informational signage about ďŹ sh species and pond life, but for now Darke County Parks invites everyone to check out their gorgeous donation and all the other live animal displays. For more information about the Darke County Parks visit their website at darkecountyparks.org.

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Junior high schools get unique performance

Shown are members of the Greenville Senior High National Honor Society with members of the Greenville Schools administration. (Dick Brown photo)

GHS taps new honor society members GREENVILLE – Greenville Senior High School held its annual National Honor Society (NHS) Tap Assembly on Nov. 22. Helping celebrate the accomplishments of the students’ academic success were Principal Jeff Cassell, Career Tech Director Stan Hughes, NHS Advisor Amber Warner, Superintendent Doug Fries, School Treasurer Carla Surber, School Board President Fred Matix, School Board Member David Ernst and NHS officers Jeremy Eshbaugh, president, Justin McMiller, vice-president, Craig Manges, treasurer, and Austin Grote, secretary.

In all, there were 28 new inductees with 23 being junior and five were seniors. They joined 26 two-year members.

This year’s inductees are Alex Chui (11), Tyler Strait (11), Isabel Elliott (11), Laura Fields (11), Taryn Cooper (11), Cassandra Clark (11), Seth Conway (11), Landin Brown (11), Addyson Frens (11), William Coomer (11), Isaiah Gable (12), Kyle Phillips (12), John LeMaster (11), Lauren Burns (11), Grace Coakley (11), Braden Russell (11), and Maxwell Onkst (11), Kody Purvis (12), Victoria Lucy (12), Alexander Vehre (11), Joshua Schrock (11), Owen Pau-

lus (11), William Mac Kirk (12), Allie Null (11), Kathryn Katie Hurd (11), Hayley Maher (11), Kourtney Kretschmar (11), and Katelyn Avore (11).

The inductees join current members (all seniors) – Kassidy York, Brooke Perreira, McKenna Crews, Leah Suter, Molly E. Hunt, Rachel Hickerson, Haylee Hanes, Brandon Beyke, Karsyn Shaffer, Alli Hill, Haley E. Dillman, Megan Laux, Jason Shields, A.J. Frens, Andrew Stegall, Dalton Walls, Joshua Smith, Meg Rehmert, Mackenzie Slade, Lessie Cable, Taylor Ward, and Cassie Rapier.

UC Lions learn about blood donations UNION CITY – The Union City Lions Club recently met for the second November meeting. The Special guest was Melinda Frech of the Community Blood Center. The center partners with the Union City Lions Club to sponsor six blood draws each year.

Frech spoke about

the importance of giving blood and shared many facts about blood, donating blood, and how donated blood is used. She also shared some statistics with about the Lions’ blood draws. The Union City Lions Club Blood Draws have collected a total of 232 pints of blood in

2015 and 2016.

The next Lions blood draw will be Jan. 5, at the Community Room in Union City. For more information contact Blood Draw Co-Chairs Hoddy Speight or Doug LeMaster, or go online at - http://givingblood.org/ or https:// www.donortime.com/.

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GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts will present AudioBody in an Arts in Education performance for junior high students on Dec. 14 and Dec. 15 at St. Clair Memorial Hall in Greenville. The second of DCCA’s 20162017 season of Arts in Education programs, which are presented free of charge to students in all grades of each local public school, AudioBody combines the performing arts with technology to create a unique show featuring music, comedy, and their own cuttingedge inventions. These performances are also open to the public.

“AudioBody will engage students in an interactive discussion about science and technology, giving some lucky youngsters the opportunity to actually come up on stage and play with the musical inventions featured in the performance,” explained DCCA

Artistic Director Keith Rawlins. “Although critical thinking and problem solving will be enhanced and education will take place, the audience will mostly know that they are having a really good time during this amazing performance,” Mr. Rawlins concluded.

DCCA’s Arts in Education program is sponsored by DP&L Company Foundation, Greenville Federal, Maid Rite Sandwich Shoppe, Edison State Community College, The Mandy Green Fund of the Darke County Foundation, The Helen Hawkey Music Project, Richard Baker, BASF, and LittmanThomas Agency. Additionally, the Ohio Arts Council helped fund this program with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

The A.I.E. Program is also funded by DCCA mem-

berships and local schools.

DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund.

AudioBody will also perform for the general public in a DCCA Coffeehouse Series presentation at St. Clair Memorial Hall on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. Tickets for this show featuring a synthesis of comedy, music, circus arts, and technology is $10 and can be reserved by contacting DCCA at (937) 547-0908 or dcca@centerforarts.net or purchased online at www. centerforarts.net as well as at the door prior to the performance. DCCA officials schedule Arts in Education programming in cooperation with the schools; for more information regarding exact times for the AudioBody performances for junior high students, contact DCCA.

A special night at the Versailles Museum VERSAILLES – With tidings of comfort and joy, your Versailles Area Museum invites you to celebrate the joy of the season with a special evening by Christmas lights to enjoy their special displays. On Dec. 9, 5-7 p.m., the lights will twinkle, and candles flicker and the scent of the season will fill their displays.

Guest presenters will be in the various rooms to share the stories of the season. Janet & Leo Rinderle will be hosting the “Sweet Treats” display and share the thrill of collecting M&M collectables and traveling to their unique conventions. Tom Mendenhall, one of their valued volunteers will host our Military Room sharing some of the history of those remembered in the exhibit. Another of their faithful volunteers, Cynthia Vogel will answer questions about northeastern Darke County’s own Annie Oakley and how she might

have kept Christmas. Art Gaier will tell you all about the earliest bicycles that might have appeared under a real Christmas tree.

Sweet treats like grandma made for the holidays will be offered and fantastic books are being offered for sale in our Gift Shop.

You also may become a member or give a gift membership for the holidays. They also will have their 2017 Historic Dinner tickets available for you to reserve seats for yourself or to give as a gift to a special History lover on your

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Remember, they close for the season Dec. 18.

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Operation Christmas Cheer-Darke County is a local project started in 2011 that Dave Knapp Ford Lincoln is partnering with to Darke County children a Christmas to Remember. Items are listed on Facebook on “Operation Christmas Cheer-Darke County” and then purchased and shipped or dropped off at designated areas to be stored until delivery is made to the children. Hundreds of children have had wonderful Christmas seasons as a result of this project. We need you to make this possible!! Help Dave Knapp Ford “Stuff the Trunks” with unwrapped NEW items. Below is a list of items that are needed for kids, newborn, toddlers, tweens and teens.

Nail Polish Sets Make Up Sets Toys that make noise Body Wash Sets Glove and Hat Sets Decorative Blankets/ Pillows Sets Sporting Toys (Basketball, Football, Baseball... etc.)

Baby/Barbie Dolls Game Stop Gift Cards Arts & Craft Supplies Hair Accessories Super Hero Items Lego’s Tractors, Trucks, Cars, Motorcycles Reading/Coloring Books

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Induction of Lineage Society members GREENVILLE – During the November 2016 meeting of the Darke County Genealogical Society the annual induction of the descendants into the Lineage Families of Darke County, Ohio was held.

Inducted this year were Nita Allread, John Neff, Mary Louise Neff, and David Neff. Note: the year in parentheses is the year residence has been proven for Darke County.

The ancestors inducted into the Lineage Society are representative of those who settled our county in the 1800s. They include farmers and craftsmen who came in search of a better life with new opportunities.

Birthdates cover over a century from 1794 to 1903. As always most proof is from birth, marriage, and death records but census records and wills were also used to prove residency in Darke County.

Nita Allread chose to honor three branches of her family. The Wandle family’s matriarch was German born Christina Barbara Kaut Wandle (1890) whose husband died in the Battle of Nashville, December 1864.

The other members of

the family group are her son, Emanuel G. Wandle (1876), his spouse, Elizabeth Sease Wandle (1860) and their daughter and son-in-law, Esther D. Wandle (1896) and Alpha C. (1897) Lutz. The Lutz family lived in Monroe Twp. and included Jacob Lutz (1870) and his wife, Rebecca Ditmer Lutz (1870) and their son and his spouse, Franklin B. (1870) and Lillie B. Williamson (1900) Lutz.

The third family branch is Abraham Sease (1850) and his wife, Margaret Baker Sease (1850).

The Neff family chose to honor several branches on both sides of the family.

From John Neff’s side are John W. Neff (1870) and wife, Elizabeth Bowser Neff (1870), and their son’s family, George W. Neff (1880), Mary C. Crowell Neff (1880) and Joseph P. Neff (1903).

Mary’s family traces back to John Orris (1877), an émigré from Russia, through his daughter, Catharine Orris Risser (1852), her husband, Joseph Risser(1852), and their daughter and her husband, Anna Risser (1860) and William (1877) Crowell.

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Pictured are lineage committee members and inductees, Brenda Arnett, Diane Brittenham, Mary, John & David Neff, Nita Allread, Nancy Stump, and Shirley Hughes.

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Fifth Grade – Grace Barhorst, Hailey Barnhart, Evan Beckley, Juniper Bussell, Christopher Chaney, Mahayla Cook, Noah Deubner, Breyana Fitzwater, Brody Fleming, Alexandria Foureman, Alexa Frantz, Quentin Garner, Ella Gilbert, Elena Gonzalez, Tyler Hartsock, Keaton Hill, Noah Hipshire, Luthetis Hix, Sara Hollopeter, Evan Manix, Cadence Market, Ayden McFarland, Kathy

Meade, Connor Miller, Alexus Nelson, Jennifer Nguyen, Addison Plessinger, Dakota Price, Mariah Pugalee, Jayden Reynolds, Jack Royer, Leah Shafer, Nathan Shaffer, Candie Smith, Natalee Swallow, Shyne Trittschuh, Kylie Voisard, Madison Warner, and Peyton Wasson Sixth Grade – Gabrielle Balcom, Abigail Barton, Trenton Billenstein, Chloe Brown, Xander Brown, Breylind Browner, Hannah Carroll, Kelly Combs, Caydance Davidson, Aubrey Deal, Breanna Deal, Jazmine Demoss, Owen Denlinger, Keith Elam, Drew Flora, Taz Gantt, Maisie Garrett, Samantha Gartenman, Damien Gates, Carson Gray, Rick Heidrich, Emma Howard, Aleigha Hubbard, Ethan Hudson, Caden Lecklider, Noah Mansfield, Jaybin McFaddin, Lainey Miller, Kyra Mitchell, Minaxi Pandey, Tyson Pool, Sophia Price, Abigail Raffel, Abigail Randolph, Joshua Ruble, Emma Sanders, Graham Shafer, Keyana Shroyer, Mariah Stevens, Grace Swafford, Jayden Swartz, Marissa Sypolt, Eli Watts and Isabelle Wead

Partnership helps Ohioans stay warm GREENVILLE – The Community Action Partnership and Ohio Development Services Agency will help eligible Ohioans stay warm during the cold winter months. The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program provides eligible Ohioans heating assistance if they are disconnected from their heating source, threatened with disconnection or if they have less than 25 percent supply of bulk fuel. The program runs through March 31, 2017.

“Working with Community Action Partnership, we want to help Ohioans stay warm this winter,” said David Goodman, director of Ohio Development Services Agency.

More than 450 families in Darke County were assisted through the Home Energy Assistance Winter

Crisis Program last year.

Community Action Partnership changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

To qualify for the Winter Crisis Program, a household must be threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel. The household must also have a gross income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty level. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $42,525. From November 2015 – March 2016, more than 118,000 Ohioans were helped by the

program statewide.

Individuals interested in receiving Winter Crisis assistance must have a faceto-face interview at the local HEAP provider. Customers must bring the following items to their appointment: proof of income (copies of pay stubs); copies of their most recent energy bills; photo ID; list of all household members with Social Security numbers and birth dates; and proof of U.S. citizenship/legal residency for all household members.

Documents that are accepted to prove citizenship/ legal residency include: a Social Security Card, birth certificate, U.S. Passport, naturalization paper/certification of citizenship, permanent VISA, and INS ID Card.

Ohioans also can call the toll-free hotline at (800) 282-0880, Monday through Friday (hearing impaired customers may dial (800) 686-1557 for assistance) or visit http://development. ohio.gov/is/is_heapwinter. htm for more information about the Winter Crisis Program.

For more information about energy assistance programs and a list of energy assistance providers, call (800) 282-0880 or visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov.

Applicators certificate

WINCHESTER, Ind. – Randolph County Purdue Extension is hosting a Pesticide Applicators Certification Program on Dec. 16, 9 a.m., at the Randolph County Fairgrounds.

Three credits are needed every five years to keep your PA license up-todate. You can only obtain two credits in one year.

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BPW Christmas meeting set for Dec. 8 GREENVILLE – The Greenville Business & Professional Women’s Club (BPW) will hold its monthly dinner meeting Dec. 8 at the Brethren Retirement Community’s Private Dining Room.

6:30 p.m. The meeting will be hosted by Christmas committee members, Debbie Smith (chair), Erica Wentworth, Shirley Morrow and Jennifer Fleagle.

Members and guests will be treated to a Christmas program by the Melody Line choral group.

Melody Line is a 10 member singing group has been performing for over 35 years at company parties, family gatherings, church banquets and other community events.

Current members are Marilyn Light, Becky Hartnagle, Kathy Douds, Debby Weyrick, Leigh Fletcher, Mary Kell, Ann White, Brenda McCoy, and Cathy Cornell with Terri Fryman on the pi-

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This will also be the last chance to purchase ‘super raffle’ tickets for a chance to win one of four great prizes: A stunning Austrian Crystal necklace from the Oliver Weber collection made with Swarovski elements donated by Wieland Jewelers, five-speed Diamond Blender with 60 oz pitcher from KitchenAid®, Travel Accessory package including two $125 Colette Travel vouchers from Sue Christian’s Good Times Fun Times and two tickets to any Versailles Winery ‘Thrill of the Grill event. Winners will be drawn at the meeting and do not need to be present to win. Tickets are $2 each or a book of 6 for $10 and are also available from the New Madison Library, from any BPW Club member or by contacting Susan Shields at (937) 548-2592 / email dshields2@woh.rr.com or Debbie Niekamp at (419)

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GREENVILLE – PCS (Person Centered Services) individuals wanted to show their support for our troops overseas who will not be home for the holidays. They recently created cards with individual hand written messages and signed with love. With the deadline approaching for these brave men and women serving in different branches of the United States military to receive the holiday wishes, these dedicated ladies and gentlemen worked diligently to get the cards in mail. If you have a family member or friend who is serving our country who would appreciate some warm wishes, contact PCS at 548-6025.

Worch Library plans exciting events VERSAILLES – Worch Memorial Public Library is thrilled to announce the author and illustrator of numerous books, David Catrow, will be visiting the library on Dec. 7, 6 p.m. Also in December is Christmas Throughout the Library, which is being held on Dec. 12, 5-7 p.m.

Catrow, an Ohio resident, is the author and illustrator of over 30 books. He will be visiting the library to demonstrate some of his illustration

techniques and explain the picture book process.

Catrow, also a syndicated editorial cartoonist, will be visiting after spending the day at the school doing presentations for the school kids.

Christmas Throughout the Library is an event for the whole family to enjoy.

There will be a gift wrapping tutorial and live music presented by Joseph.

No holiday party would be complete without a visit from Santa with photo opportunities. This

St. Mary’s School announces honors GREENVILLE – St. Mary’s School is pleased to announce its honors for the first nine-week grading period.

First Honors Eighth Grade – Landen Kreusch, Jacob Maher, Isabelle Rammel, Evan Saylor, Aubree Sutherland, and Logan Witwer Seventh Grade – Carmen Badell, Matthew Edwards, Wyatt Rammel, and Mitchell Schmitmeyer

Second Honors Eighth Grade – Carlos Badell and Mariah Brunswick Seventh Grade – Kali Meyers Personal Development Eighth Grade – Mariah Brunswick, Aubree Sutherland, and Logan Witwer Seventh Grade – Billy Clopp, Matthew Edwards, Justin Hadden, Kali Meyers, Wyatt Rammel, and Mitchell Schmitmeyer

is a great chance to see the beautifully decorated Christmas trees done by local community members, organizations and businesses.

Also at the event will be a Friends’ of the Library book sale, craft areas for making Christmas cards and/or ornaments and a reading corner. The Friends’ of the Library will also be providing a door prize for the event.

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

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G R E E N V I L L E – The Road Hoggs held their annual Christmas toy drive, Toys for Tikes, Sunday in front of the city building in downtown Greenville. This marked the 38th year the local motorcycle club has collected toy and cash donations from the public to benefit less fortunate children in the county.

“Thanks to the people of Darke County for donating every year,” said Tom Tomlinson of the Road Hoggs. “It’s for a good cause and we have a good time doing it.”

After collecting the donations on Sunday, club members delivered the toys to the local Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. According to club member Matt Townsend, this year’s campaign was another successful one that matched, if not exceeded, last year.

“What the Darke County Road Hoggs do to support the local community is simply amazing,” said Jennifer Bruns, Executive Director of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County. “This is our 7th year of partnering with them on their Toys for Tikes campaign and every year no matter what the weather brings they are out there collecting toys in downtown Greenville to ensure that children in Darke County get a great Christmas.”

“The toys that are collected, along with the monetary donations, will be used to provide gifts for families who need a little extra help this Christmas season,” Bruns explained.

“So in a sense the Road Hoggs are Santa’s little/big helpers with big hearts!”

To learn more about the Big Brothers Big Sisters, contact the Greenville office at 937-547-9622 or visit their website at www. bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke. org.

GREENVILLE – Greenville’s Med Tech students got a rare treat on Tuesday, Nov. 29 – a special visit from a “9,000 pound bird.”

One of Premier Health’s Daughin Aircraft CareFlight helicopters landed in the practice field northwest of the CTC, following an 11-minute flight from Miami Valley Hospital. Also making the trip was one of Premier’s six mobile intensive care ground units (MICU).

Mandy Via, flight nurse and CareFlight outreach coordinator also made the trip to give an hourlong presentation to juniors and seniors interested in pursuing a career in health care.

Via, of Pleasant Hill, excitedly told the students gathered in Emily Power’s Med Tech classroom they were going to get a visit from CareFlight, which she dubbed “the bird.”

Via explained to students they could go “just about anywhere” in the United States and get a job in the healthcare field – but to think again if they thought their learning days were over when they graduate from the CTC. “In the healthcare field you’re going to be learning every day,” Via said, explaining to those who are thinking about a career as a CareFlight nurse should be ready to “go above and beyond.”

CareFlignt nurses are required to have three

to five years critical care experience. Via shared briefly how as a new nurse working the night shift at Miami Valley, she had a perfect view of CareFlight taking off, then landing with a patient.

A co-worker told Via she shouldn’t expect to land a job as a flight nurse anytime soon. Via took the challenge and learned what was expected to be able to join the flight team, which included transferring to emergency room work, taking extra classes and obtaining paramedic certification.

Flight nurses also are expected to continue their education, taking a yearly 70-page exam they must pass in order to keep their job.

“We’re constantly educating ourselves, practicing our skills,” she said, for example, in-between flight calls.

“What happens in CareFlight?” she asked students. “I call it magic.”

In most cases, within 7-10 minutes CareFlight can get to the scene of an accident in its coverage area – traveling 180 mph.

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Greenville CTC’s Med Tech students gather round CareFlight during an onsite visit at the school on Nov. 29. (Clinton Randall photos)

CareFlight to an accident scene is made by local first-responders, who also prep patients if possible prior to the helicopter’s arrival.

“EMS (emergency medical personnel) makes the call to bring in CareFlight.

We trust the experts at the scene,” Via said.

During Tuesday’s CareFlight visit, Med Tech students were able to get an up close inspection of the aircraft as well as the MICU. Sydney Oda, a senior, said she’s considering a career as a flight nurse.

The attraction to follow this career path, Oda said, is “being at the scene and having a hands-on” experience helping patients

experiencing trauma.

CareFlight not only responds to accident scenes, but also assists with patient transportation from smaller healthcare facilities to Level 1 trauma centers, such as Miami Valley.

Premier’s CareFlight air-medical transport units are located at Miami Valley, as well as in Warren County and in Urbana, Via said. Since its inception in 1983, CareFlight has completed more than 67,000 flights, serving a 150-mile radius from Miami Valley Hospital, including most of Ohio and portions of West Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana.

Retired Greenville firefighter, father remembered CLINTON RANDALL

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Eighth-grader Weston Sease helped collect nearly 100 toys for patients at Dayton Children’s Hospital. (Susan Hartley photo)

FM plays Santa at Dayton Children’s Hospital SUSAN HARTLEY

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PITSBURG – Santa came early to about 100 young patients at Dayton Children’s Hospital.

On Friday, Dec. 2, a small group of FranklinMonroe students skipped school (with permission) to go to Children’s.

For the past two weeks, students in grades K-6 participated in the toy drive, which was organized by eighth-grader Weston Sease.

“I helped with the Humane Society food drive last spring. I like helping my community out,” Sease said. “So we chose to do a toy drive.”

As of the Wednesday following Thanksgiving, students had collected al-

most 100 toys, stuffed animals, books, games, and kid-oriented craft sets.

“We asked them to bring new toys for ages baby to around 14,” Sease explained. Although the donated gifts were not allowed to be wrapped, some wrapping paper and gift bags were donated for the drive.

The group who assisted Sease, including his twin brother Dean, Bebe Allread, Madison Byers, and Kim Fortner, were allowed to pass out a donated gift to kids who were able to accept visitors on Friday.

Others they left for hospital personnel to distribute.

Sease isn’t finished planning community service projects. “I’ll probably do another food drive for the Humane Society next spring,” he said.

GREENVILLE – Services were held Tuesday morning for retired Greenville firefighter Bob Rhoades, who was tragically killed in a motor vehicle crash on Nov. 19 near Bradford. Following the memorial services at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville, a funeral procession, led by several engines from the Greenville Fire Department, made its way to the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Piqua where Mr. Rhoades was laid to rest with firefighter honors.

Born in Greenville on Feb. 3, 1945 – Rhoades joined the Greenville Fire Department at the age of 22 in July 1967 – where he stayed for 25 years – retiring with a ‘Badge 1’ rank in July 1992. After retirement, Bob remained in Greenville until moving to Piqua in 2012 with his wife Peggy.

“His passion for the department was infectious. He is the reason I joined,” said Ret. Greenville Fire Chief Steve Birt.

“He was an entertainer… as soon as he walked into the room you knew you would be laughing soon

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As an instructor, he had a way of making the most boring topics interesting and kept your attention.”

“We were friends for most of my adult life and even went on vacations together,” Birt added. “I am going to miss him tremendously…he was a great man and great friend!”

Rhoades was a devoted husband and father. He and Peggy raised two sons, Chris and Rob, who both graduated from Greenville High School in the early 90’s.

“He was a great dad and was always right there The Greenville Fire Department displayed the American flag during Tuesday’s funeral for Bob Rhoades, who retired from the department after 25 years in 1992. whenever we procession (Clinton Randall photo) needed him. He was very protective over who it might offend. He as an electrician for over his family and wanted touched many lives and 20 years and was an avid to make sure we did the no matter where we went train and ham radio enright thing,” said oldest he knew someone or they thusiast…he even taught son Chris. “He was a hard knew him.” class for a short time at worker and always spoke In addition to being a Versailles school. his mind regardless of firefighter, Bob worked

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Gray told the Early Bird after his 200th win. “That amount of wins doesn’t come by accident. That means you have a lot of players that can play the game and I was just fortunate to be in the right place at the right time when I got this job.�

The young Lady Jets took a 4-3 lead with 5:42 showing on the ďŹ rst quarter clock and double up on TV at 6-3 with 5:14 showing.

a time out from the Patriots’ bench with 3:09 on the board.

Trailing 14-11, Patriots Rachel Miller drilled a trey from the top of the key at 1:49 to knot the score at 16-16 followed by an Allie Downing bucket at 0:28 to send the teams to second period play with TV leading 16-14.

Both teams played even the opening three minutes of period No. 2 with the score tied at 16-16, 18-18 and 20-20 before the Lady Jets would get their ďŹ nal lead of the night at 21-20. “I’m going to give credit to Franklin Monroe,â€? Gray stated. “I’m not going to take anything away from them. They made us look

Lady Wave falls to Northmont with three periods in the

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GREENVILLE – The Greenville varsity girls basketball team opened 20162107 GWOC play with 5739 loss to the Northmont Lady Bolts. “This game was just a little bit more about winning and losing,� said Greenville Coach Rachael Kerns. “We had a lot of old habits come back and we had signs of quit. I thought we were past a lot of that. That was morehard to handle as a coach than the actual score of the game.�

Low scoring by both teams opened ďŹ rst quarter play with the visitors putting nine points on the board while holding the Lady Wave to ďŹ ve ďŹ rst quarter points.

The second quarter saw both teams picking up the pace on the offensive ends of the court with Greenville scoring 12 points include four each from senior captain Karsyn Shaffer and freshman guard Morgan Gilbert.

The Lady Thunderbolts added 16 points to the board to take a 25-17 lead at the break.

Northmont doubled the Lady Wave’s third point output 18-9 to lead 53-26

girls continued to battle playing the Lady Bolts even over the ďŹ nal eight minutes of play with ďŹ ve Lady Wave scoring in the ďŹ nal period led by Saki Nakamura’s four points. “That’s good‌that’s always good,â€? Coach Kerns noted of seven Lady Wave putting points on the board. “We just need to be better offensively and we just can’t have that many turnovers.â€? “Don’t take anything away from Northmont,â€? continued Kerns. “They are good size, they are athletic and they crashed really hard. Not taking anything away from what they do.â€?

The Lady Wave shot an uncharacteristically low 37 percent from the free throw line making 6-of-16 on the night while the visitor were shooting a poor 42 percent knocking down 6-of-14 throws. “We were not very good from the free throw line at all,� said Kerns. “We just didn’t shoot enough of them before the game. We need to do a better job in that area.�

Green Wave 5’7� sophomore Saki Nakamura led Greenville with 10 points.

of ours that we need to go watch ďŹ lm and get ďŹ xed.

All credit goes to them because they were dynamite at the start of the game.�

An Emma Printz trey from the top of the key at 5:06 gave the Lady Patriots a 23-21 lead that would hold up until the ďŹ nal buzzer of the game.

Downing led TV with eight second period points sending the teams to the break with the Lady Patriots up 34-24. “We told the kids our effort has to be better,â€? Coach Gray said of his halftime talk. “We just can’t walk out on the oor and think we’re going to win games because we’re Tri-Village.

We’ve got to actually play the game.�

TV used its size and experience to put the game out of reach in the third outscoring the Lady Jets 17-4 to take a 51-28 advantage to the ďŹ nal period of play. “I think we did a lot of

VERSAILLES – Versailles Tigers Athletic Trainer, Taylor James is one of ďŹ ve Wayne HealthCare athletic trainers working for Darke County Schools.

James, a 2011 graduate of Miami East High School played basketball and volleyball for the Lady Vikings. “I think it’s exciting,�

James said of Versailles and Miami East athletic events. “It was always a big rival when I was in high school, so it’s exciting to see who’s going to come out on top because it’s always a good game.�

After graduation from Miami East, James received a four year degree at Wilmington College in Athletic Training and joined Wayne HealthCare to become the Versailles Athletic Trainer. “I love it,� James said of her association with the Versailles School system.

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scare there for a good two quarters.â€? “We deďŹ nitely didn’t play to our strengths in the ďŹ rst half,â€? Gray noted. “I think in the second half we did.â€?

Downing led TV with 22 points including two treys and a perfect 2-2 at the line. Freshman Corina Conley led FM with 13 points and a perfect 5-5 at the charity stripe.

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growing up tonight,â€? said FM Coach Abbey Moore. “Do we make mistakes‌ sure. I know it’s a young group and we’re going to make mistakes.â€?

Period No. 4 had the Lady Patriots adding 15 points to the board while holding the visitors to seven giving Coach Brad Gray his 200th win and the TriVillage Lady Patriots a 6635 Cross County Confer-

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“I can’t imagine doing anything else. I am not somebody that can sit in an ofďŹ ce from nine-to-ďŹ ve.â€? “I know that I know my stuff,â€? James said with a smile. “I am there for my kids and that makes me happy.â€? “We have someone here that know the kids and interacts with them on a daily basis,â€? Versailles Athletic Director Doug Giere said of James. “She knows the history of the kid, how they may bounce back and the toughness of a kid.â€? “For her to see the kids on a daily basis and for the kids to be around her and get comfortable with her, it’s a tremendous asset for our school and beneďŹ cial for our program,â€? Giere added.

James is pleased to be part of the rich sports tradition at Versailles. “They are good,â€? James said of the Tigers’ athletes and teams. “It’s exciting to watch.â€? “When my kids go down it’s like I’m their mom‌I feel it,â€? stated James. “I am always worried about them. If I send a kid to the ER and I can’t go with them, the whole game I am thinking about them. I always try to make a point after game if they are still in the ER, I am going to go check on them before I go

home.�

James appreciates the support she receives from the Tigers coaches and staff. “They are great,â€? James said. “They always are wanting to make sure their kids are at the top of their ability and get back on the court. They are always interested in what they can do better.â€? “The coaches back me up if I say, ‘nope he can’t go in,’â€? added James. “They are like‌OK when do you think he’ll be ready to go?â€?

Many people do not have a grasp of the importance and advantages a fulltime athletic trainer brings to a school’s sports program. “Athletic training is a fairly new profession,�

James said. “It’s only been around about one hundred years which is pretty new in the realm of professions. There a lot of people in the United States that have zero clue what an athletic trainer is. They think‌oh you give out ice bags or water. They don’t understand that we do have the medical knowledge to provide that care for the athletes.â€? “We have a good partnership with Orthopedic Associates of Southwestern Ohio,â€? Taylor James

stated. Dr. Hatic is my Medical Director. He is mainly located in Greenville. I have his personal cell phone number. I can call him and say, ‘I have this‌what do you think I should do,’ and he’ll say, we’ll get them in Monday.â€?

Wayne HealthSports athletic trainers work closely with area orthopedic surgeons, family physicians, podiatrists, and other medical professionals in the area. The goal of the program is to provide high quality athletic training services that will enhance the medical care for our student athletes.

Five Darke County Athletic Trainers work directly under Jim Beyke, Director of Rehab Services at Wayne HealthCare including Versailles, Ansonia, Greenville, Tri-Village and Mississinawa Valley. “Taylor is in her second year at Versailles,� said Beyke. “She has developed a strong relationship with the coaching staff and the students.� “We provide excellent serviced right here close to home and we have a good strong relationship with Orthopedic Associates,� added Beyke. “We like to be able to offer those services right here close to home.�

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Versailles varsity girls win Annie Oakley Shootout Championship

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – Versailles Lady Tigers closed out the 2016 Annie Oakley Shootout with a 58-28 win over Greenville Lady in the championship game. “I thought they came out really, really, really well tonight,â€? said Versailles coach Jacki Stonebraker. “We had to change our starting lineup since Danielle (Winner) was out, but I felt like we didn’t skip a beat. We did a really nice job ďŹ nishing and controlling the game.â€?

The teams advanced to the championship game with Friday night wins; Versailles over the Graham Lady Falcons 70-28 and the Lady Wave taking the Eaton Lady Eagles by a 57-40 score.

Leading 7-4 early, the Lady Tigers took advantage of a 20-0 run to close out ďŹ rst quarter scoring and take a 27-4 lead after one period of play.

“That quick start really propelled us for the rest of the game,â€? Stonebraker noted. “Ultimately that ďŹ rst quarter was the biggest difference,â€?

Greenville Coach Rachael Kerns said. “They got after it a little bit defensively, but we did a great job of breaking their press. We just missed too many easy ones. Last year we didn’t get the easy ones. This year we have to ďŹ nd a way to ďŹ nish those easy ones.â€?

Neither team scorched the nets in period No. 2 as Versailles would add six points to the board while holding the Lady Wave to three points sending the teams to the break with the Lady Tigers holding a commanding 33-7 lead. “It’s actually really good to see this kind of defense early on in the season because not very many teams can play defense like Versailles did,� stated Kerns.

Greenville had its best

scoring output of the night putting 12 points on the third period board while Versailles would score 17 points to lead 50-19 heading to the ďŹ nal quarter of play.

The Lady Wave added nine fourth quarter points to the book while Versailles was scoring eight points to earn the Lady Tigers the championship trophy. “If you took out that ďŹ rst quarter and I know that dictates as to how the game was played, but it was a very evenly matched game the last three quarters,â€? said Kerns. “That’s the part that we have to go off of moving forward with our program.â€?

Versailles had eight player get in the scoring column led by Kami McEldowney’s 12 points.

Cassie Cromwell led the Lady Wave with 11 points on the night. “They are excited for the win,� Stonebraker said of the Lady Tigers. “We

New high school referees take the court

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE – Zach Armstrong and Robert Bunch were on the Greenville High School basketball court ofďŹ ciating the ďŹ rst round of the Junior Varsity Annie Oakley Shootout tournament games this past Friday.

Family members for both Armstrong and Bunch played major roles in the decision to take up ofďŹ ciating.

Armstrong’s father, Paul Armstrong has been ofďŹ ciating OHSAA (Ohio High School Athletic Association) basketball for the past 33 years and had a big inuence on Zach’s decision to take up ofďŹ ciating.

Bunch, a Troy resident with a love for the game of basketball ďŹ rst became interested in ofďŹ ciating after watching a cousin referee several basketball games. “My cousin was refďŹ ng and I watched him referee a couple times and it seemed like something I could actually do,â€? stated Bunch, “so I took the class to do it.â€?

Armstrong, a former basketball and baseball player for the Mississinawa Valley Blackhawks, now a junior at Wittenerg University is using ofďŹ ciating to help pay his way through college. “It is deďŹ nitely more helpful (ďŹ nancially) than a student job on campus,â€? said Armstrong. “It’s fun‌ it pays well and the extra money it’s very helpful.

It keeps you in the game especially if you love basketball and you get paid to stay in shape.�

Bunch, a resident of Troy loves the game of basketball and has hopes of making ofďŹ ciating a career.

Both Armstrong and Bunch are beginning their second year of ofďŹ ciating and give credit to the many experienced referees for making their entry into ofďŹ ciating a positive experience. “A lot to learn‌have learned a lot from the guys that have been doing

Second year referees Robert Bunch (L) and Zach Armstrong ofďŹ ciate Annie Oakley Shootout JV contest (Gaylen Blosser photo)

it a while,� Bunch noted. “They have a lot of experience and they taught me a lot.�

Armstrong’s father, Paul often used his 33 years of experience on the court to gives pointers to his son. “Veteran ofďŹ cials really help me‌give me pointers,â€? said Zach. “My dad is also a big help if I ever need anything.â€? “I had this situation in a certain game,â€? Armstrong said of post-game conversations with his father, “what should I have done? What’s right‌ what’s wrong.â€?

Both young ofďŹ cials agree the love of the game played a major role in

their decision to get involved but the beneďŹ ts that come with ofďŹ ciating are pretty nice also. “It’s a good way to make money, its good exercise and its fun‌the little kids are fun to referee,â€? Armstrong said. “It’s a good bonding with other ofďŹ cials.â€? “A little extra money and a little extra exercise,â€? Bunch said of getting paid to exercise and stay involved in the game he loves. “I love the game of basketball, so it doesn’t hurt.â€?

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are excited to be 2-0 and hopefully just to propel us into this MAC season.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We did do a lot of things better than we have done in previous years but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to keep growing and we are

going to keep getting better,â&#x20AC;? Kerns said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My girls have to start getting some conďŹ dence in themselves and I think they got some of it this weekend.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Versailles is a really good basketball team,â&#x20AC;?

added Kerns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are going to win a lot of games this year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She (Stonebraker) has a great program. They are just a really good basketball team.â&#x20AC;?

GJHS girls basketball hosts Tecumseh to open season

BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville Jr. High girls basketball teams hosted Tecumseh to open their 2016-17 regular season Tuesday afternoon.

Despite a tough loss by both the 7th and 8th grade teams, both coaches were happy to see the girls ďŹ ght to the ďŹ nish and not give up.

The 7th grade Lady Wave were not able to overcome the relentless full-court pressure by the Arrow defense. Turnovers plagued Greenville as they lost by a ďŹ nal score of 5326. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That was some tough pressure and even though we lost, we were able to score 26 points,â&#x20AC;? said GJHS 7th grade coach Dave Westfall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am proud of how they played tonight and saw a lot of good things from the girls.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will get better as we goâ&#x20AC;Śthere are 16 girls on the team and I plan to play every one of them,â&#x20AC;? added Coach Westfall.

The 8th grade game went down to the ďŹ nal seconds of regulation to decide their contest. The Lady Wave trailed most of the game, but were able to keep the score close enough to pull within three points with under a minute to play. Greenville had a chance to tie the game, but turned the ball over and were forced to foul with seconds to play.

Tecumseh came away with a 35-30 win.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are going to see teams like Tecumseh a lot in the GWOC,â&#x20AC;? Greenville 8th grade coach Jeff Martin told The Early Bird after the game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were a 14 win team last season â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we only won three â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so we knew we would have our hands full. We knew they were going to pressure us and in the second and third quarters unfortunately were did not handle that pressure well and had a lot of turnovers that led to easy buckets.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We missed some pointblank buckets early on that I have stressed to them we can not afford to do,â&#x20AC;?

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Coach Martin explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;On the other side, I told the girls after the game I have never been more proud in how we did not give up and fought back in the fourth quarter. It may have been a loss in the end, but they showed genuine heart and refused to quit until the ďŹ nal buzzer.â&#x20AC;?

Greenville will open their GWOC conference play on the road this week against Tippecanoe on Tuesday and at Northmont Thursday. The Lady Wave will return to Greenville Jr High School to host Vandalia-Butler on Saturday for a 10 a.m. tip.

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Replica Tecumseh rifle gifted to DCP

Arcanum MVCTC FFA Members competing in the Darke County Parliamentary Procedure Contest were (front row) Dylan Burns, Cole Spitler, Brenna Loxely, Tabitha Watern, Sidney McAllister (middle row) Paul Barga, Carver Gostomsky, Samantha McAllister, Alex Weiss, (back row) Bailey Favorite, Matthew Morgan, Cameron Warner, Luke Wilson, and Michael Quiroz.

Arcanum teams compete in Parli Pro ARCANUM – The Arcanum MVCTC FFA chapter had teams compete in the Advanced and Novice Darke County Parliamentary Procedure Contest.

The Parliamentary Procedure Contest allows members to show their knowledge of Roberts Rules of Order as they complete a business meeting. During the contest the members bring items of business to the floor, discuss them, handle various abilities and then dispose of the

motion. The Novice Team also completes the FFA Opening and Closing Ceremonies.

Members on the Novice Team were Sidney McAllister, Cameron Warner, Luke Wilson, Dylan Burns, Paul Barga, Matthew Morgan, Michael Quiroz, and Bailey Favorite. Members on the Advanced Team were Alex Weiss, Brenna Loxley, Cole Spitler, Samantha McAllister, Carver Gostomsky, and Tabitha Watern.

GREENVILLE – Tecumseh grew up here in the Ohio country during the American Revolution and was staunchly opposed to the American government.

He established a tribal confederacy and fought to preserve the Native American way of life. He was one of the key Indian leaders in the War of 1812 which was fought over the impressments of sailors on the high seas, and control of the fur trade on the western frontier.

During the War of 1812, Tecumseh was given the rank of general by the British, who recruited over 10,000 Indians as auxiliary troops for the British Army. The British government purchased more than 25,000 special guns for native allies during the four-year war. The conflict essentially ended in a draw, with the British Army burning the US national capital, but being defeated at Baltimore and New Orleans.

After the U.S. Navy took control of Lake Erie in 1813,

the Native Americans and British retreated. American forces caught them at the Battle of the Thames and killed Tecumseh in October 1813. Tecumseh traded his rifle for a Kentucky rifle just days before he was killed at the Battle of the Thames in Ontario. After his death, the tribal confederation disintegrated, and the Native Americans had to move west again, yet Tecumseh became an iconic folk hero in American, Aboriginal and Canadian history At the September Prairie Days Festival, expert gunsmith Lee Wise presented Darke County Parks with a completed replica of Tecumseh’s rifle. The rifle is an exact replica down to the “Indian War Department” marks from the British government, the English Walnut used in the stock, and the maker’s marks. Director of the Darke County Park District, Roger Van Frank said, “Darke County Parks are very fortunate to be friends with Lee Wise

Gunsmith and craftsman, Lee Wise, of the Greenville Muzzleloaders, presents Darke County Parks Director, Roger Van Frank with the replica of Tecumseh’s rifle.

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Chapter holds new and used toy drive VERSAILLES – You can help make the holidays a little brighter. The Versailles FFA is searching for new and used toys to donate to local families. All new toys will be distributed by the Versailles

FFA to families in Versailles community through the Council of Churches in their second annual toy drive and distribution. Donations will be accepted now through Dec. 13. All used toys will

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be donated to local families within Darke County and surrounding communities through the Toys for Tots program. Donation bins are located around town in Versailles Businesses and Churches: Holy Family and St. Denis Church, Versailles School’s, Second National Bank, Versailles Savings and Loan, US Bank, Versailles

RICHMOND, Ind. – A special HIP 2.0 and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) sign-up event is scheduled from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, in Lingle Hall at Reid Health, 1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond, Ind. The event will allow participants to learn more about Indiana’s Healthy Indiana Plan 2.0 coverage and also ACA-Obamacare options for 2017, including an ACA option for MDwise in Indiana that is in network for Reid Health Physician Associates.

“I encourage anyone who has questions about these programs or who is ready to sign up to attend,” said Sharrie Harlin, Reid Health

GTS lists holiday hours GREENVILLE – Greenville Transit System (GTS) is announcing its upcoming holiday hours.

The service will be open until 5 p.m. on Christmas Eve Day and closed on Christmas Day. They will return to regular business hours on Dec. 26.

The service will also be open until 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve Day and closed on New Year’s Day. They will return to regular hours on Jan. 2.

CHECK OUT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE

www.facebook.com/newmadisonsupermarket FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF OVER 80 SALE ITEMS!

Copy of entire ad available at the store starting Monday morning.

AD PRICES IN EFFECT MON., DEC. 05, - SAT., DEC. 10, 2016 HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 8-9, Sun. 10-8 WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES - NO DEALER PURCHASE * Eligible additional purchase requirements for sale prices do not include tobacco products, 12 pack advertised soft drinks & the purchased item*

BANANAS .49lb ................................................

Pint Sweet Grape

CHERRY TOMATOES .99ea ................................................

GREEN CABBAGE .49lb ................................................

Whole 8 oz.

White

MUSHROOMS 2/3.00 ................................................

2 lb.

CARROTS .89ea ................................................

2 lb.

CLEMENTINES 2.99ea ................................................

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

Smith Dairy Yellow “Super Jug”

GALLONS MILK

1.49ea Limit 1 with additional $20.00 purchase ................................................

Smith Dairy 16 oz. reg. $2.19 Sour Cream or 16 oz.

French Onion CHIP DIP 1.39ea ................................................

Morning Fresh LARGE EGGS .59dz ................................................

Borden’s 12 oz. reg. $2.69 AMERICAN CHEESE SINGLES 2.19ea ................................................

Essential Everyday 16 oz.

reg. $3.49

BUTTER QUARTERS 2.49ea ................................................

Imperial 1 lb.

MEAT SPECIALS In Store Made STUFFED

PORK SAUSAGE 2.19lb ...............................................

Carolina 96% Fat Free White Oven Roasted

TURKEY BREAST 2.19lb ................................................

CO-JACK CHUNK 3.19lb CHEESE SLICED 3.39lb ................................................

Eckrich Fried

Eckrich Oven Roasted

PORK LOIN CHOPS 1.99lb ................................................

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

Eckrich Cajun

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

Eckrich Buffalo Style

BONELESS Center Cut or Butterfly Boston Butt

PORK SHOULDER STEAKS 1.39lb ................................................

BONELESS Beef

Eckrich

NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS 6.99lb ................................................

Eckrich

GROUND BEEF 1.69lb ................................................

Eckrich

SWISS ROAST 2.99lb ................................................

Eckrich 97% Fat Free

STEW MEAT 3.99lb ................................................

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

COTTO SALAMI 3.99lb ................................................

HONEY LOAF 4.59lb ................................................

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

HONEY BAKED HAM 3.49lb ................................................

Eckrich All Meat

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

Arctic Shores 16 oz.

Reg. $4.99

Eckrich 12-14 oz.

Bunsize, All Meat or

Reg. $2.79

73% Lean In 3 lb. Pkgs. or Larger BONELESS Beef Shoulder BONELESS Beef

Gerber Amish Farms Fresh, Never Frozen Frying Chickens

WHOLE FRYERS 1.79lb CUT UP FRYERS 1.89lb ................................................

TILAPIA FILLETS 3.59lb ................................................

½ GROUND CHUCK-½ SMOKED BACON

CHEESE FRANKS .99lb ................................................

100% MOO-OINKN’ GOOD

SQUEALIN’ COW PATTIES

reg. $.99

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

Minute Maid 59 oz.

Premium

Eckrich 14 oz.

Reg. $2.79 Pre-packaged, Sliced, All Meat BOLOGNA .99lb ................................................

Budding 2 oz. Thin Sliced reg. $.79 Beef, Ham or Turkey LUNCH MEAT .59ea ................................................

Oscar Mayer 2.25-4.4 oz. reg. $1.99 LUNCHABLES .99ea ................................................

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

reg. $3.99

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

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

Essential Everyday 8 oz. reg. $1.49 WHIPPED TOPPING .99ea ................................................

Smith Dairy 4 Quart reg. $4.99 “Whale’O Pail” ICE CREAM 3.99ea ................................................

Stone Ridge 30 oz. 12 Pack reg. $3.49 Fudge, Orange Cream, Krunch, or ICE CREAM BARS 2.99ea ................................................

Sara Lee 27-34 oz. reg. $5.99 FRUIT PIES 3.99ea ................................................

Cole’s 14-16 oz. reg. $3.19-3.39 Garlic Toast or GARLIC BREAD 1.99ea ................................................

Culinary Circle 29-33.5 oz. reg. $5.99 PIZZAS 3.99ea ................................................

GROCERY SPECIALS Mikesell’s 5½ oz.

reg. $2.00

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

Hostess 10.5-11.25 oz.

Boxes

reg. $2.99

MINI DONUTS 1.79ea ................................................

Nestle 9-12 oz.

reg. $3.49

Essential Everyday 5 lb.

reg. $2.19

Kraft 16 oz.

reg. $2.99

Kraft 12-14 oz. Deluxe Macaroni & Cheese or

reg. $3.59

Domino 4 lb.

reg. $2.99

TOLL HOUSE MORSELS 2.49ea ................................................

ALL PURPOSE FLOUR 1.59ea ................................................

POURABLE LIMIT 2 SALAD DRESSINGS1.49ea ................................................

VELVEETA SHELLS 2.49ea ................................................

Duncan Hines 18-18.2 oz.

reg. 2/$3.00

ASSORTED BROWNIE MIXES .99ea ................................................

Kellogg’s 10.6-13.1 oz.

reg. $4.79

SPECIAL K CEREALS 2.49ea ................................................

Post 11-14.75 oz. reg. $4.49-4.59 Fruity or Cocoa Pebbles, Honeycomb, or

GOLDEN CRISP CEREALS 1.99ea ................................................

Christian Church, Dollar General, Versailles Lutheran Trinity Church, John’s IGA, Versailles Methodist Church and Webster Methodist Church.

The toys will be given to child that range in age from newborns to 16 years old.

Each location will contain two bins, one for new toys and other bin for used toys.

Reid offers assistance with insurance signup

NEW MADISON SUPERMARKET

PRODUCE SPECIALS ................................................

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GRANULATED SUGAR

1.49ea Limit 1 with additional $20.00 purchase ................................................

Del Monte 14.5-15.25 oz. reg. $1.69 CAN VEGETABLES .69ea ................................................

Frito Lay 9½-13 oz.

reg. $4.29

TOSTITOS 2.59ea ................................................

6 Pack 16.9 oz. Bottles Assorted

PEPSI COLA 2.29ea ................................................

Community Outreach Coordinator.

Drawings will be held for prizes, including an Apple IPAD, a 50-inch flat-screen TV and a $250 gift certificate to Walmart. No signup is required to be eligible for the prizes, but you must be at least 19 to enter the drawings.

Refreshments will be served.

Be sure to bring sign-up documentation, which for HIP includes a photo ID, birth certificate and last two pay stubs.

Arcanum BOE meets ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold its Regular Board of Education Meeting on Dec. 8, 7 p.m., in the Board of Education Office.

4-H Open House in Randolph Co. WINCHESTER, Ind. – Did you know that 70 percent of 4-Hers do NOT live on a farm? The only criteria for 4-H membership is that youth must enroll in at least one project and there are over 75 projects from which to choose from in Randolph County.

4-H offers many diverse project areas and there is something of interest for all youth, regardless where you live. If you are interested in learning more about 4-H and 4-H projects, make sure to stop by during the 4-H Open houses on Dec. 13 or Jan. 9, 4-6:30 p.m.

The 4-H Open House will be located at the Randolph County Fairgrounds on US HWY 27.

Shown is Scott Garrison of TASKS, Inc. presenting a check to Versailles school nurse Tracy Cordonnier. Also pictured are TASKS board members Brian Griesdorn and Dan Watren, as well as Superintendent Aaron Moran.

TASKS, Inc. partners with Versailles HS

VERSAILLES – Effective with the graduating class of 2018, all graduating seniors in the state of Ohio must be trained in CPR and AED use. Although Versailles High School has taught CPR and AED use in sophomore health classes for several years, the majority of the training equipment being used was worn out and beyond its useful life.

With the help of TASKS, Inc., VHS was able to purchase new training aids to

be used with all sophomore health classes to meet the graduation requirement, as well as all eighth grade health classes as an orientation to CPR and AED use.

Included in the recent purchase were six adult mannequins, one child mannequin, six infant mannequins, and five AED trainers.

These advanced training aids will greatly assist VHS with teaching students this important life-saving skill.

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HELP WANTED SNOW REMOVAL. Hand Shoveling & Tractor/Truck positions available. Send resume to PO Box 141, or fill out application at: Crowell Lawn Service, 377 Eidson Rd, Greenville, OH 45331

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS Arcanum-Butler Local Schools are looking for substitute bus drivers Potential applicants must: - Be at least 22 years of age with a minimum of two years driving experience.

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SERVICES OFFERED Small Painting Jobs. 50 years experience between me & my partner.

337-0123

LEAF CLEAN-UP large or small jobs. Also Snow Removal, Landscaping, Shrub Trimming, Spraying/Fertilizing, Mowing.

Reasonable rates. References available. Very dependable. 548-1716, ask for Justin DRUM LESSONS at Bach to Rock Music! Now Accepting New Students. Brett Rautsaw is our new drum instructor. Please call him at 937-4174856 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: Farmground to rent or buy. 15 mile radius Mississinawa School. 419-852-8829

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Members of the Versailles FFA that participated in the State Soil Judging Competition were Sarah Gigandet, The Friends of the Greenville Public Library fundraise and host events for the local Danielle Hesson, Dean Heitkamp and Andrew library.

Harshbarger.

Versailles takes 8th GPL Friends help in state soil judging provide events all year VERSAILLES – On Oct. 8, the Versailles FFA participated in the State Soil Judging Competition in Fairfield County. Members that participated were Andrew Harshbarger, Danielle Hesson, Sarah Gigandet and Dean Heitkamp.

The team placed eighth in the state out of 50 teams, which is the best Versailles FFA has done in many years.

The team was led

by Dean Heitkamp who placed eighth overall. A special thanks to Miss.

Walters for helping coach the team.

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CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN this 2-story home at 407 W. Fourth Street has over 2700 sq. ft. of living area! Maintenance free exterior; 2 car detached garage. Upper 70’s.

IN VERSAILLES at 306 Wayne Street is a 1 bedroom home with maintenance free exterior! 1 car detached garage; CORNER LOT! $70,000.

JUST WEST OF GREENVILLE at 3374 St. Rt. 571 this home features a galley kitchen; fireplace in living room; pull-into garage in basement! 4+ acres M/L. $149,000.

IN NEW MADISON this 2 bedroom, 2 bath brick and stone ranch home is ready for a new family! Newer vinyl floor coverings; newer roof. Upper 70’s.

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GREENVILLE – The Friends of the Greenville Public Library is a volunteer group devoted to the library and its patrons. They stand ready to act on a moment’s notice to satisfy any need or solve any problem that comes up. They are true friends who uphold and support the many programs and activities the Library offers - programs that span a wide range of interests and age groups.

This year they gave thousands of dollars towards Lego Robotics Kits for teens, new sound system with wireless mikes for the meeting room, sponsorship of the authors and music for four Author‘s Nights, entertainment for the three “Lunch on the Lawn’s,” and the entertainment for the eight Wednesday “Family Fun Days” that run through June and July.

They also host a Holiday Open House replete with hundreds of cookies, live music, and photo-op with Santa & Mrs. Claus (photos given free to the kids). This year the Open House is Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Friends work hard to raise funds for all this support by hosting a Continuous Book Sale in the Library.

It’s situated in the Computer Room on the second floor and consists of many shelves full of high quality books

of every kind. New ones are put out every week by Dede Wissman.

You could even get a few Christmas gifts!

Just put your donation in the box.

Member Marilyn Robbins does her own fundraiser - she makes beautiful bookmarks from greeting cards that sell for $1 at the Circ

Desk. She’s requesting donations of old greeting cards to continue with her work. If you have a few, please drop them off at the library.

Everyone is welcome to join and to attend the meetings which are held the fourth Monday of most months at 7 p.m. at the library.

OPEN HOUSE Sunday Dec. 4th 1-2:30pm

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AUGUST 14TH OPEN HOUSE 1-2:30PM SUNDAY DECEMBER 4, 2016 1 TO 2:30 208 OLIVE STREET GREENVILLE 4 BR, large eat-in kitchen. Updates: windows, doors, water heater, kitchen and bathroom flooring. Large covered porches.

Sweitzer St. to Olive 715 EUCLID AVE, GREENVILLE Nice 3 BR 2 story home with wrap around porch, Bedroom and Bath on first floor.

Newer 3.5 car garage. Priced to sell! Pine ST to Euclid 119 N BROAD ST. ROSSBURG NEW PRICE! Stately 4 BR 2.5 bath home with over 3200 sq. ft. without basement.

32 X 25 garage and a 22 X 18 Barn all on over 1 acre. Call for details. 118 N to sign 231 N 3RD ST, ANSONIA Lovely 1260 sq. ft. ranch on large corner lot offering 3 BR 1.5 Baths with large LR w fireplace. Call for list of updates! ST RT 47 to 3rd St NEW TO THE MARKET 2285 ST RT 571 W. 3BR Brick ranch with both Living Room and Family Rm. Priced to sell in the $60’s!

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MV-MVCTC FFA attends convention

UNION CITY – On Oct. 19, 10 members of the Mississinawa Valley- MVCTC FFA chapter and students from the Franklin Monroe and Tri-County North chapters boarded a bus and headed to the 89th National FFA Convention held in Indianapolis, Ind. The Mississinawa Valley-MVCTC FFA members who attended were Madison Stachler, Taylor Stachler, Darin Miller, Justin Miller, Shelby Manning, Thomas Schmitz, Emily Schmitz, Shaiann Livingston, Kelsie

Hunt, and Sidnie Hunt.

Advisors were Carmen Hartzell (Mississinawa Valley), Katie Hart (Mississinawa Valley student teacher), along with students and advisors from Tri-County North and Franklin Monroe.

The students’ day started out by boarding the bus and picking up Franklin Monroe and Tri-County North. When the students arrived in Indianapolis, they attended the 2016 Opening Session where Diana Nyad, keynote speaker, shared her story of how she swam

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ets for the event.

Greg McGlinch served as the guest speaker for the night on his recent trip with the United Soybean Board.

The meeting was run by Darke County Farm Bureau President Matt Aultman. The Versailles FFA members assisted with clean-up, set-up and helped serve.

The Versailles FFA members in attendance were Hallie Mills, Janelle Hoelscher, Natalie Wuebker, Sarah Gigandet, Tessa Tyo and Jacob Wuebker.

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Mississinawa Valley – MVCTC FFA Senior Officers met National FFA Secretary, Nick Baker at the 89th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. Shown are Shaiann Livingston, Tom Schmitz, Nick Baker, Kelsie Hunt, and Shelby Manning.

all the way from Cuba to Florida.

The theme of the convention this year was “Transform: Purpose to Action.”

After the opening session the

students got the opportunity to walk around the career show. The students were able to buy souvenirs, experience different agricultural careers, and visit

Versailles FFA members attending the Darke County Farm Bureau annual meeting/banquet were Hallie Mills, Janelle Hoelscher, Natalie Wuebker, Sarah Gigandet and Tessa Tyo shown with Darke County Farm Bureau President Matt Aultman.

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Huge house with a lot of possibility and room to grow! Walk in to the wide open living room opening up the kitchen with big brick mantle fireplace with original exposed wood beams.

Fireplace can burn coal or wood. Home offers large rooms and secondary living room/rec room on second level. Two electric furnaces and two central air units, one operating each level. 3rd story attic for potential 3rd floor living area. New water heater in 2016. Kitchen is equipped with bakers kitchen, walnut cabinets hand made with formica lined drawers. Recent updates include roof on home and garage, central air, and furnace. All kitchen appliances stay. Home has a lot of historical value , the house was once an inn, livery stable, and black smith shop. A tunnel lies beneath the home and was an escape route for soldiers in Ft. Jefferson in the late 1700’s.

Even though this is an old historic home it has new walls and concrete in the basement.

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with different college and university representatives.

When the students were done eating lunch, they attended the second general session.

The students finished the day by attending the Cole Swindell and Chris Young concert.

They shared a lot of memories from the evening.

On Thursday, the students participated in a tour of Reynolds Farm Equipment. They learned a lot about John Deere equipment and integrating technology.

They also received excellent advice about college and career exploration.

Later that day, senior officers, Shelby Manning, Kelsie Hunt, Shaiann Livingston, and Thomas Schmitz were interviewed

by Thomas Shaw for FFA Today because of their leadership in Mississinawa ValleyMVCTC FFA chapter’s new activity, Meals on Wheels.

The students also all attended the third general session with keynote speaker, Jason Brown. Mr. Brown inspired the students with his actions of service.

The students ended their day with a delicious meal at Buca di Beppo and live entertainment at the World’s Toughest Rodeo.

The students were sad to say goodbye to Indianapolis, but the cornfields of Ohio were calling them home. The senior members said they made the most of their last convention and filled it with memories that will stay with them forever. As for the younger members, they’re already eager for next year’s national convention. Mississinawa ValleyMVCTC Agriculture Program is a satellite of Miami Valley Career Technology Center.

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Don’t sacrifice space inside or out when you move into this 2-3 bedroom, 2 full bath home situated on 2.35 acres just outside of Arcanum. The main floor offers a large mudroom, full bath and laundry, cozy living room, and an extra room currently used as an office but easily can be converted into a third bedroom. When the weather turns chilly the large kitchen and open dining room will allow ample amount of space to host all of the winter gatherings. The barn offers plenty of room for animals and a large workshop area. Don’t miss your little piece of country living just a short drive from all of the convenient town amenities. Call today to schedule your visit, you don’t want to miss this! Playset and dog kennel excluded from sale. (725427) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Cassandra Bixler.

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Members attend Farm Bureau meeting

VERSAILLES – Five Versailles FFA members attended the Annual Farm Bureau Meeting/Banquet on Sept. 1 at the Light House Christian Church.

A special thanks to the Darke County Farm Bureau for providing free tick-

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SATURDAY DECEMBER 10TH, 2016 -9:00 A.M. DOORS OPEN AT 8:30 A.M. 5862 Kruckeberg Rd. Greenville, OH 45331

DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton; Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – Starting with hand tools and box lots at 9:A.M. Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www. auctionzip.com; enter auctioneer ID # 3426; click on the current auction date; click on bid now button to enter auction. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Buyer’s premium applied to online and remote bidders only.

1998 John Deere 5410 Diesel Tractor W/Cab & 540 Loader - Good Clean Straight Tractor 2400 Hrs. AC & Cab Heater, Block Heater, Good Interior, Good Rubber, Runs and Operates Well 1952 Ford 8 N Tractor, New Battery, Good Rubber, Runs Well 1997 Honda Goldwing 1500 Series, 6 Cy. Engine, & Matching Helmets ANTIQUES-COLLECTIBLESKNIVES- PRIMITIVE ITEMSHOUSEHOLD Primitive Items-Antique Barn Beam Peg Hole Drill; Sev. Cross Cut Saws One Man & Two Man; Buzz Saw Blades; Wood & Metal Pulleys; Double Wood Spool Pulley; Clydesdale Double Trees; Double & Single Trees; Large Single Tree 44”; Bull Blinders; Corn Jobbers; Broad Axe; Hatchet; Hay Forks & Cradles & Trolley; Hay Knives; Wood Yokes; Tobacco Spuds; Shucking Pegs; Leg Hole Traps; Meat Saws; Rail Road Spike Puller; Rail Road Tie Carrier; Indian Artifact Stone Pestle; Bull Lead Stick; Kraut Stomper; Wooden Clamp; Glass Wash Board; Campfire Stand W/Hook & /Tray; Brass Blow Torch; Wood Wagon Jack; Vintage Tractor Seats; Miscellaneous – Knives- Case XX; Winchester; Smith & Wesson; Colt; Switch Blades; Bowie; Frost Cutlery; & Others; Case Steam Engine W/Water Car & Threshing Machine; Danbury Mint-Deer, Pheasant, Wolf & Turkey Figurines; Fenton Figurines; Tammy Wynette Figurine; Joe St. Clair Toothpick Holder; Tooth Pick Holder from Arcanum; Donkey Team & Log Wagon; Vintage Flashlight Pistol Box-International Flare Signal Co. Tippecanoe City, OH (now Tipp City); Remote Control Boat; Pipes; 1940 Tobacco Can; Marble Egg; 1941 Red Basket; Flat Belt Splicer & Belt Material; Egg Basket; Pictures; Whiskey Bottles; Montgomery Ward Truck Bank; Collectible All Leather Bomber Jackets W/Patches & Stenciled Designs;(13); George Jones Touring Jacket, T Shirt & Guitar Clock; Vern Gosdin Touring Jacket & Signed Guitar Clock; Supro Banjo; Vintage Electric Stand Hair Dryer; Glassware/Kitchenware-Gold Plated Silverware 67 Pcs. Misc. Fenton Bells; Fenton Glassware; Lodge #12 Dutch Oven; Wagner ware #8- 3 Legged Pot; Marietta PA. 10 Qt. Kettle; Butchering Kettles; Lodge Skillet; Set; Salt & Pepper Shakers; Blue & Clear Bail Top Canning Jars; #13 Jars; Whiskey Bottles; Metal Whiskey Flat; Cherry Pitters; Belgium Amber Jars; Amber Clorox Jars; Cottage Cheese Jars; Small Milk Bottle; Marilyn Monroe Plate; Misc. Crocks; Misc. Glassware; Furniture /Household- Antique Parlor Table; Antique Aladdin Lamp Electrified; Antique Stove Lamps; Lighted Display Cabinets; 4-6ft Oak Decorative Wall Shelves; Crosley Stereo; Misc. Dishes; Pots and Pans; Misc. Household Decorations; Christmas Decorations; Pursuit 510 CS Exercise Bike; Weslo Recumbent Exercise Bike; Riding Mowers-BushHog-Utility Trailer-Garage Items- Ferris Pro Cut 61”, 20 H.P. Riding Mower W/Hydraulics and Hydrostat Transmission; Simplicity Prestige 23 H.P. 54 “ Deck, Tilt Wheel, Hydrostatic Transmission, 380 Hrs.; 6x10 Cox Utility Trailer W/Rear Loading Ramp; 5 Ft. Sidewinder Bush hog;17 Cu. Ft. Precise Fit Pull Behind Lawn Sweeper; Dump Lawn Cart; Tractor Weights; Industrial Shelving; Lincoln Welder; 10” Craftsman Band Saw; Master Salamander Heater; Travell 1 ½ Ton Jack; Krause Metal Foldable Metal Ladder; Wood Step Ladders; Metal Gas Cans; C Clamps; Bottle Jacks; Log Chains; Lawn Spreaders; Large 225 Amp. Circuit Box NIB: Folding Ladder; Pitch Forks; Spud Bar; Minnow Bucket; Sprinkling Can; Grubbing Hoe; Sears Toolbox & Tools; Large Metal Portable Incubator; Octagon Wood Picnic Table & Benches; Hand Tools; Lawn and Garden Tools; And More.

OWNERS-BUD WACKLER AND OTHERS

TERMS: CASH or local checks w/proper ID. Visa & Master Card Accepted w/3% Clerk Fee. Auctioneer licensed in Ohio. Auction held INSIDE facility. We must collect sales tax.

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Reid Health donations exceed 10,000 items for area food banks RICHMOND, Ind. – A Reid Health team member food drive brought in more than 10,000 items for area food banks and earned team members the chance to wear jeans

to work on Nov. 11.

As an incentive to reach the goal of 10,000 items for the drive, a rare blue jean day was again offered if the goal was reached, said Carrie Kolentus,

Reid Health’s director of human resources, who noted the Reid team dress code typically does not include jeans as approved dress. The team also reached the goal a year ago

during the Make a Difference Day event.

The drive was prompted by Make a Difference Day but extended in an effort to do more for four regional food pan-

tries. “By nature of our culture and our mission, we have an extremely giving and caring team,” said Craig Kinyon, Reid Health President/CEO. “Going the extra mile on

behalf of those with food insecurity issues and hunger in providing these items will have a great impact on the agencies who work hard every day to improve the health

and nutrition of our community.”

The food was distributed over the last few weeks to Circle U and Gateway pantries in Richmond, and Community Food Pantry and

the Lord’s Table in Connersville.

Representatives of the food banks said the donations will benefit hundreds of people served by their programs.

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

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

Wells Fargo VS. Deanne Abner, et al.

No. 16CV00382

Wells Fargo VS. Douglas Bodenmiller, et al.

No. 16CV00385

Wells Fargo VS. Jennifer Grimes, et al.

No. 16CV00427

Fifth Third Mortgage VS. Andrew Mead, et al.

No. 16CV00449

MidFirst Bank VS. Matt Bondurant, et al.

No. 16CV00465

Wilmington Trust VS. Susan Swank, et al.

No. 15CV00485

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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Pitsburg 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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Pitsburg 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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 118 Merrie Lane Pitsburg, Ohio Parcel Number: K43230812010512000

Street Address: 107 Woodside Dr. Pitsburg, Ohio Parcel Number: K43230812010610100

Street Address: 214 Riffle Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235020612700

Street Address: 337 W Main St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235041012600

Street Address: 409 Harrison Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235030514500

Street Address: 3048 Wildcat Rd. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021220000030700

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $84,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $80,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $40,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $39,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $63,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $80,000.00 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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

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

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

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

Freedom Mortgage VS. Seth & Lorinda Zehringer, et al.

No. 15CV00492

Fifth Third Mortgage VS. Steven Donthnier, et al.

No. 16CV00005

Wells Fargo VS. Keith Olson, et al.

No. 16CV00030

Federal National Mortgage VS. Joel Johnson, et al.

No. 16CV00041

Bank of America VS. Jennifer Tryon, et al.

No. 16CV00196

Reverse Mortgage VS. William Gettinger, et al.

No. 16CV00213

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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Gettysburg 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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the City of Greenville in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 207 S. Melvin Eley Ave. Union City, Ohio Parcel Number: H33211329030312600

Street Address: 308 E Third St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235040314300

Street Address: 147 W. Main St. Gettysburg, Ohio Parcel Number: A05431025020310200

Street Address: 5590 Dininger Rd. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F24021105000030201

Street Address: 311 Central Ave. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221235030912600

Street Address: 327 Tecumseh St. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: F27221226020312600

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $104,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $81,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

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.

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

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, December 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

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

Greenville National Bank VS. No. 16CV00233 Unknown Heirs of Michael Smith, et al.

HSBC Bank VS. Walter Weimer, et al.

No. 16CV00245

JPMorgan VS. Betty Cook, et al.

No. 16CV00309

Bank of NY Mellon VS. Shellie Gibbons, et al.

No. 16CV00339

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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Franklin 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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Twin in Darke County to-wit:

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, December 9, 2016, 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 9, 2016, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Castine in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 4577 Burkholder Rd. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: E83030913000032400

Street Address: 6672 Clark Rd. Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: P56030828000030400

Street Address: 110 E. Peppermint St. Union City, Ohio Parcel Number: H33211331010113500

Street Address: 214 N. Main St. Arcanum, Ohio (Castine) Parcel Number: D18221026020110400

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $67,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

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

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $30,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

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

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, December 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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 23, 2016. 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.

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

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

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

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

The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from the outside only.

The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes.

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

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

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

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Delinquent Lands Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191 Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes: In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 16CV00359, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Christopher Brewer, et al., Defendants.

Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $2,288.01 (Two Thousand Two Hundred Eighty Eight and 01/100) .467Acres Greenville Celina Rd. Greenville, OH F24021213000032800 Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 9th day of December, 2016 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 23rd day of December, 2016, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel.

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY. TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: 15% of purchase price. Balance due within 30 days of confirmation.

Toby L. Spencer Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 11/20, 11/27, 12/4

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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DCRW plans dinner meeting

GREENVILLE – The Darke County Republican Women’s Club will hold its regular monthly dinner/meeting and Christmas Party on Dec. 12, 6:30 p.m., at the Chestnut Village Center/Brethren Retirement Community.

They will have Bingo with prizes after the meeting.

Guests are always welcome.

If coming for dinner, make reservations before noon on Dec. 8 by calling Wavelene at 547-6477 or email wdenniston@woh. rr.com.

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Pictured are the State Urban Land Team of Kara Hollinger, Josh Hollinger, Tyler Martin, and Brittany Brewer.

Tri-Village sends ag students to state

NEW MADISON – In the meadow to the south of Tri-Village Local Schools, Tri-Village FFA members could be found after school.

They were judging the soil to practice for the upcoming county, district, and state Urban Land Evaluation Contests. The contest is a Career Development Event (CDE). These contests and events give FFA members different skills and opportunities that will help prepare them for different careers in agriculture.

The Urban Land Evaluation CDE is to educate and teach students how to evaluate the land to determine the potential use for buildings, houses, and other non-farm uses.

The Tri-Village MVCTC FFA Chapter swept the Darke County Urban Soils contest having the top three teams as well as the top eight individuals. The students who competed in Urban Soil Judging were Joshua Hollinger, Tyler Martin, Kara Hollinger, Brittany Brewer, Bailey Towery, Jonathan Crawford, Maddie Downing, Brenden Durst, Joshua Sims, Jared Godown, Austin Moyer, and Michael Marcus. The students did very well at the contest, and the top eight of the TriVillage Chapter moved on to District Contest.

The District Team included Joshua Hollinger, Tyler Martin, Kara Hollinger, Brittany Brewer, Bailey Towery, Jonathan Crawford, Maddie Downing, and Justin Depoy.

These students competed in the District Urban Contest on Sept. 28. Tri-Village

once again proved themselves by taking second high team and earning a place in the State Contest. The State Contest was on Oct. 9. The team placed 15th out of over 320 FFA Chapters statewide. Congratulations to Tyler Martin, Joshua Hollinger, Kara Hollinger, and Brittany Brewer for their achievements.

The Tri-Village MVCTC FFA would like to formally thank the Village of New Madison for allowing the chapter to dig practice soil pits in the field behind the school. Your support is appreciated. Tri-Village FFA is a satellite program of Miami Valley Career Technology Center.

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16.5 oz s ine Duncan H ix M e k a C

99¢

9-12oz Nestle Toll House Morsels

2.49

8oz Shredded to n e rg Sa Cheese

32oz Culinary Circle Ice Cream

2.99

2/$4

6 big, 8reg Sparkle Paper Towels 75oz btl Xtra 2X Laundry Detergent

12.01-33.5oz Culinary Circle Pizza

4/$10 P

1.99

11-20oz Honeycomb 12.5, Raisin Bran 20, Cocoa Pebbles 11, Fruity Pebbles 11, Waffle Crisp 11.5, Glden Crisp 14.75Post Cereal

2.99

5.25-10.37oz Lean Cuisine Simple Favorites Entrees

5/$10

26-32oz Essential Everyday Fries, Tots or Hashbrowns

10.6-13.1 oz Vanilla Almd 10.8, Protein Pls 12.5, Cinnm Pecan 12.1, Frst Yogurt 12.5oz, Special K 12oz, Special K Red Berry 11.2 Kellogg’s Special 8oz Essential Everyday Frozen K Cereal Whipped Topping.............................89¢

2/$5 o 2lb Dominr o n Brow ners Confectio Sugar d Powdere

4.99

2/$4

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12 ct pkg Stone Ridge Krunch or Ice Cream Bar .................................2.99 23.5-36oz pkg Edwards Premium Cream Pies ......................................4.99 27-34oz Sara Lee Fruit Pies ...........3.99 10.2-15.8oz Sister Schuberts Rolls ..2.99

l lb pkg Imperial Margarine Quarters

89¢

1lb pkg day Every n e s Es tial uarters Q r e Butt

10.5-17.5 oz Cole’s Texas Toast or Breads .........................................2/$4 19-25 oz Essential Everyday Frozen Pasta ...................................3.49 11-12oz Green Giant Frozen Vegetables .......................................3/$5 12.3oz Essential Everyday Frozen Waffles ................................2/$3

24pk .5tlr Essential Everyday Spring Water

2.99

2.49

12oz Borden American Cheese Singles .......................... 2.49 24oz Essential Everyday Cottage Cheese....................... 2.49 14oz Essential Everyday Sour Cream ............................. 1.99 16oz Essential Everyday Whipping Cream ..................... 2.99 7 oz Cool Whip Aerosol Topping...................................... 2/$4 16oz Essential Everyday Half & Half................................ 1.39 11.5-16.5oz Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie Dough.......... 2/$5 2 ct pkg Essential Everyday Refrigerated Pie Crust ...... 2/$4

24oz an’ Whole rm te s Klo ad Wheat Bre

1.69

3/$5

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5.99

59oz ium aid Prem M te u Min e ic u Orange J

2.49

5lb Essential Everyday All Purpose Flour

1.59

13.5oz tter, Pbu o Choc latete Fudge Chocola tter & Pbu okies ouse Co h ft o L

1.99

69¢

6.99

12-16oz Essential Everyday Frozen Vegetables

4-6oz pkg Keebler Ready Pie Crust

19.99

doz y l Everyda a ti n Esse s Large Egg

2.49

27-31oz TGI Fridays Snack & Appetizers

1.99

GIFT SETSey Old Smokhine & ons Apple Mohata Set C m u R

1.29

1/2 gal Reiter Half & Half

5.99

1.99

16oz Reiter Sour Cream & Chip Dips

14.5-15.25 oz Del Monte Vegetables

69¢

14-16oz Kraft Pourable Dressings .......2/3.00 128 oz btl Baby Basics Infant Water ........89¢ 24 oz Essential Everyday Almond Bark .............................................2.99 9.5-11.25 Hostess Mini Donuts .............2/4.00 12oz jar Essential Everyday Gravy ..........99¢ 12-24oz Nabisco Family Size Crackers ....................................................3.79 16lb Alpo Dry Dog Food...........................8.99 48oz Wesson Oil .......................................2.89

12oz Essential Everyday Tortilla Chips .............................................3/$5 2ltr Super Chill Pop ...................................79¢ 10.5-10.75oz Essential Everyday Cream Mushroom, Celery & Chicken Soup.........79¢ 14.5oz Essential Everyday Broth ............2/$1 4# Essential Everyday Granulated Sugar .....................................1.69 15-15.5oz Joan of Arc Beans ....................89¢