Early Bird Online 12-07-14 by The Early Bird

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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2014

New cameras planned for Sheriff’s vehicles GREENV I L L E – During the public questions segment BOB ROBINSON of its reguAssociate Editor lar public bluebagmedia.com meeting Dec. 3 Greenville resident Fred Dean asked the Darke County Commissioners if they’d had discussions with the Sheriff about using body cameras. Darke County Commissioner Mike Ste-

gall said they wanted to think about it. “There are two problems with the ones currently available…” He said they are too easily blocked by the ofﬁcer’s actions, such has holding his weapon or crouching behind the door of his vehicle. “Those need to get worked out,” he added. Earlier in the meeting the commissioners had authorized a transfer of $250,000 into the Permanent Improvement Fund “for Sheriff’s

cameras and upkeep to buildings.” Rhoades said it won’t all be used for that but it will be there when needed. Stegall told Dean the new cameras will be going into all Sheriff’s vehicles… “They are improved, and even have audio to go with them. Also during the public questions part of the meeting, when asked about the budget process for 2015, Commissioner Diane Delaplane said they were “working very

Street Greenville. “It’s been a big draw for us,” she said. Main Street Director Amber Garrett was holding down the Welcome Center desk giving shoppers a drawing ticket for each $5 they spent in a downtown business. All they had to do was show purchase receipts. “The window is worth $3,000,” Garrett told one shopper. It contains a variety of items, including handbags and clocks, even a ukulele. “We’re here to support small businesses,” said Middletown resident Sharon Brunk, along with her friend Laura Diltz from Tipp City. As Brunk signed her name to the drawing tickets, she reminded Diltz of her promise to take ukulele lessons if she won. Diltz agreed she would, noting there was a Felix the Cat clock with Brunk’s name on it if she won. Over a period of about

a half hour the ﬂow of shoppers hoping to ‘Win the Window’ was constant, sometimes standing in line. One shopper came in with receipts garnering him nearly three dozen drawing tickets. Jim Sommer, KitchenAid employee, said trafﬁc has been steady all morning. “We have a lot of mixers, a lot of items on sale,” he said. One popular item, KitchenAid’s New Stand Blender, normally retails for $149.99. It was on sale for $119.88 and also carried a $30 mail-in rebate, resulting in a savings of $60. Sommer noted many of their visitors were from out of town, some as far away as Spanish Fort, AL, and Nashville, TN. Sweet Annie’s Cabin Manager Diane Billenstein, called her Small Business Saturday excellent as well. “We even opened two hours early for Early Bird Saturday,”

hard” on it. Acknowledging there were “challenges” she declined further comment. Commissioners were asked about Big Lots leaving the Darke County complex. Commissioner Mike Rhoades said there was some interest in the building. “We hope to have it ﬁlled soon,” he added. He also noted there was still one more space – that was vacated by Aaron’s Rentals several years ago – needing to be ﬁlled.

In addition to transfers of appropriations the commissioners approved a Memorandum of Understanding between Darke County Common Pleas/Adult Probation and the Solid Waste Management District totaling $38,847. A little under a third of that ($10,306) will be paid by Solid Waste Management; the rest by the Adult Probation. James Mollette, Chief Probation Ofﬁcer, told the commissioners the

program only had some minor changes from the one started a year ago. “We have plenty of folks who need to do community service. Krista (Fourman, Solid Waste Management Director) has plenty of projects needing help,” he said. Some of the projects include Shredding Day, Tire Recycling, Electronics Recycling and Trash Bash. Stegall asked if both parties were happy. Mollette said yes.

Business owners delighted over Small Business Saturday GREENVILLE – “Amazing!” Readmore’s Hallmark Manager BOB ROBINSON Kirsten Associate Editor Berghoff’s bluebagmedia.com response to the success of Small Business Saturday was immediate and enthusiastic. “We’ve easily had a couple hundred people in here so far… it’s been non-stop all morning.” The day was only half over; she anticipated similar trafﬁc for the afternoon. The story was the same next door at Sadie Grace, which Berghoff owns along with her husband Dennis. Many items in both stores were available at half price with the ﬁrst purchase at regular price, plus sales on hand bags and jewelry. Berghoff was particularly pleased with the “Win the Window” campaign being conducted by Main

Main Street Greenville Director Amber Garrett talks with two shoppers who came into the Welcome Center to get the drawing tickets they earned with their local business purchases. (Bob Robinson photo)

Ro-Da-O Farm treated shoppers to trips up and down South Broadway during Small Business Saturday. (Bob Robinson photo)

she added, grinning and noting her plug for Darke County’s weekly newspaper. “We had store-wide specials from 8 to 10 a.m.,” she said, “and will continue having specials throughout the day.” Noting she’s been running all over the store, she said “the trafﬁc has been wonderful!” She added both Friday and Saturday have been a lot busier than usual. So is she expecting a good Christmas season? “Deﬁnitely!” Back at Hallmark, shoppers had a chance to interact with a Grinch who, for once, wasn’t trying to steal Christmas. Berghoff’s son, Gage, posed as a smiling Grinch in a Santa suit for photos with children… even tried his hand at making a sale or two. Promoting Christmas? “An interesting idea,” he mused. A special treat for children and adults alike was the horse-drawn carriage making its way up and down South Broadway.

Robin Oda of Ro-Da-O Farm was happy to introduce her two horses… “Miguel, 13, is the oldest,” she said. “He’s the lead horse on the left. His sister Dot is 11.” While Garrett said it was too soon to tell for sure just how successful the event was she believed businesses and shoppers alike were pleased. “We’ve had a lot of comments on our Facebook page from

businesses thanking supporters for coming out,” she said. She added there was also a lot of excitement about “Win the Window.” Fifty-one businesses are participating in the event. The contest runs through Dec. 15; the drawing will be held Dec. 19. “I want people to remember we want our downtown businesses to succeed,” she added. “That’s why we exist.”

This Grinch is more into promoting Christmas than stealing it. He also attracted a several kids who couldn’t resist posing for a picture with him. (Bob Robinson photo)

Community pulls together for Burge family after losing Dylan DARKE COUNTY – A community is coming together for a recent Union City, Ind. graduate who lost his life in a head-on crash Dec. 2 just west of Greenville. Dylan L. Burge, 18, was traveling eastbound on State Route 571 West, when his truck was hit by a westbound vehicle that lost control on the icy roadway. According to the Darke County Sheriff’s preliminary investigation, a

black 2011 Toyota Camry, driven by Samantha K. Christie, 24, of West Chester, Ohio was westbound on State Route 571 west of Woodlane Drive. Christie lost control of her vehicle on the ice covered roadway causing her to travel left of the center colliding with the eastbound 1988 red Chevy truck, driven by Burge. A black 2013 Chevy Malibu, driven by Tonya Woodworth, 37, of Greenville was traveling eastbound

behind Burge’s vehicle. Woodworth attempted to avoid the collision however, collided with Christie’s vehicle. Christie was transported to Wayne HealthCare by Greenville Township Rescue and later transferred to Miami Valley Hospital for further evaluation, her condition is unknown. Burge was airlifted to Miami Valley Hospital by CareFlight where he later succumbed to his injuries. Wood-

worth was not injured. Since the accident an online memorial fundraiser has been posted in order to help with expenses for the Burge family. Over $2,000 was raised almost overnight and is continuing to grow. To donate or learn more, go to www.gofundme. com/dylanburge. He was a 2014 graduate of Union City Co0mmunity High School and was studying to become a nurse.

Dylan Burge lost his life after an icy road head-on crash Tuesday morning near Greenville. (Clinton Randall photo)

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for OVI and released to a friend. On November 28 police observed the defendant (unnamed in the report) on East Main Street who appeared to be swerving in his lane. He made a left turn onto Walnut Street without using his signal. He was stopped for the turn signal violation. The defendant had glassy bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on him. He had poor motor skills while getting items from his pocket. He admitted to having a few beers. The defendant did poorly on a field sobriety test and was arrested for OVI and transported to the police department. A breath test recorded .14. He was given an Administrative License Suspension, and issued a citation for OVI and failing to use a turn signal. He was released to a friend. CHILD ENDANGERING On December 2 police were dispatched due to a child not being picked up from school by her parents. The officer was told on specific days the child has a study session after school and needed to be picked up. They have had to call the mother four weeks in a row to pick the child up. The mother stated she fell asleep and did not realize it was time to pick up her daughter. The mother was warned for Child Endangerment. Police also discovered she’d been charged with Child Endangerment in the past and had been ordered to attend parenting classes. The mother refused so she was incarcerated instead. Children’s Services has been advised of the situation. JUVENILE On November 28 police stopped a vehicle at Sycamore and West Water streets for an expired registration. The defendant, a juvenile, used his hand to conceal his mouth while talking and kept looking away as if he did not want the officer to see his face. There was a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on him. As the defendant reached into the glove box for his registration and proof of insurance the officer observed an open beer can on the floor board between his legs. The defendant acknowledged it was his; it was disposed of at the scene. The juvenile performed the field sobriety test at an acceptable level, so was not believed to be under the influence. He was arrested, taken to the police station and cited for underage consumption and expired registration. He was re-

leased to his mother. On December 1 police were dispatched regarding a runaway juvenile. The mother advised that due to some family conflict she allowed her daughter to spend the last few days with friends. She was supposed to be in school this day but was told by the school she didn’t show up. Police found her based on information supplied by the mother and returned her home. The mother told police she would file Unruly charges with Juvenile Court. ANIMAL CRUELTY On November 19 police responded to 203 Tillman Ave. regarding an ongoing garbage complaint. A witness was moving items out of the house. He said he was working for the owner, Matt Thompson. The defendant, Candice Bowers, reportedly had been evicted from the residence and stops by the residence once or twice a day to remove items, even though she had been evicted. She also kept two dogs and seven rabbits behind the house. The officer investigated and discovered one dog in a cage with no food or water. It appeared to be underfed; the officer could see its ribs. Another was locked in a detached garage at the rear of the property. It also appeared underfed and the officer could see its ribs. He was able to find no food or water inside. The seven rabbits were in cages next to the garage. There was water but no food. A dead rabbit was found in a garbage can next to the house. The Humane Society picked the animals up from the scene. The defendant later picked the animals up from the Humane Society. Bowers will be served with a citation for Animal Cruelty when she is located. DRUGS On November 26 police stopped a vehicle on North Broadway for a ‘no front plate’ violation. The officer noticed the driver’s hand was shaking as he handed him his operator’s license and proof of insurance. The officer asked if there was anything illegal in the vehicle. The defendant, who was not named in the report, said no but gave permission to search. Upon searching the vehicle the officer found a small brown pipe in the center console. It had a burnt residue in it that smelled like marijuana. The defendant said it was his and the last time he’d smoked marijuana in it was the previous day. No other contraband was found, so the

defendant was issued a minor misdemeanor for Drug Paraphernalia and released. WARRANTS On November 26 a defendant was arrested at the Darke County Municipal Court on an outstanding warrant for Failure to Appear on a pre-trial, original charge Criminal Mischief. The unnamed defendant was transported to Darke County jail, then released on $2,025 bond. On November 26 police were dispatched to 344 E. Main St. to assist regarding a possible fatal overdose. The defendant, Brian Klosterman, was standing over an individual who was unconscious, not deceased. He was later revived by an emergency medical squad. Klosterman was found to have a warrant for Failure to Appear on an original charge of Driving without Consent. He was arrested and transported to Darke County jail. On November 29 police arrested Jeremiah Younker at his residence, 102 12th St. He was taken to Mercer County jail to be incarcerated with no bond for 29 days on the original charge of Domestic Violence. 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.

Special event at library BRADFORD – The New Friends of Bradford Public Library is sponsoring a Craft, Vendor and Merchandise Fair on Dec. 12, noon–5 p.m. and Dec. 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Christmas music will abound and a variety of handmade, homemade items and crafts will be for sale, including baked goods, honey and other treats. Also included will be a table of new and lightly used books at a price you can afford for everyone. The Friends of the Library will host a booth where you can also sign up to become a New Friends of Bradford Public Library member! For more information, contact Carolyn Smith at 448-2285.

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Icy roadway causes Greenville man lose control, hit tree DARKE COUNTY – It took crews several minutes to remove a man from his car after wrapping the vehicle around a tree southwest of Palestine Tuesday, Dec. 2 near Hollansburg. Preliminary investigation revealed a blue 2007 Ford Fusion, driven by Michael B. Karns, 20, Greenville was southbound on Palestine-Hollansburg Road. He failed to control his vehicle on the ice covered roadway, travelling off the right side and striking a tree on the drivers side of the vehicle. Karns was trapped in the wreckage for approximately 50 minutes before crews could successfully extricate him.

Michael Karns of Greenville was critically injured in crash Tuesday morning. (Clinton Randall photo) ported to Dayton where was listed in critical condition at the time of the press release. The Darke County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce reconstruction team also responded to the scene for further investigation.

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Dad who got son high in hospital sentenced for crime BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER www.bluebagmedia.com

GREENVILLE – A father who admitting to taking heroin into a hospital to inject his son who was a patient, will spend the next 18 months in prison. Aaron York, 42, of Greenville was sentenced Monday, Dec. 1 on one count of Attempting to Corrupt Another with Drugs, a third degree felony. He was arrested after hospital staff told police they witnessed York injecting his 18-year-old son with heroin while the teen was a patient in September.

“From a father’s point of view I feel embarrassed,” York said during Monday’s sentencing. “I am a drug addict… I need help.” Darke County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney asked the court for a one year sentence, while defense attorney Randall E. Breaden argued that York is a heroin addict that needs treatment not jail. “What you did at the hospital is like taking the battle into the Red Cross tent,” Darke County Common Pleas Court Judge Jonathan P Hein told York. “There is such

Aaron York a rash of opiate abuse on the streets, when it spills into the hospitals it is making the jobs of the staff problematic.” York was taken into custody immediately following the hearing. He was given 38 days jail credit to be subtracted from the 18 months.

while she was in a bathroom. He was arrested by the Coldwater Police Department on Nov. 19 on three misdemeanor counts of Voyeurism, one ﬁfth degree felony Voyeurism, and one second degree felony count of Illegal Use of a Minor in Nudity Oriented Material. Wombold is a member of the Greenville Fire De-

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Life on counts 2-11 on the indictment. Since the alleged victim was under the age of 10 on count one of the indictment, the judge could sentence Clark up to Life without Parole if convicted as charged. Clark was appointed a public defender during the arraignment hearing Monday and is scheduled for pre-trial Jan. 5, 2015 at 10 a.m. He currently remains incarcerated in the Darke County Jail on bond.

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GREENVILLE - The Greenville City School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting to serve the purpose of a regular meeting on Dec. 9, 7 p.m., in the Anna Bier Civic Center, Memorial Hall, Greenville. There will be a work session preceding the special meeting at 6 p.m.

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PITSBURG - The Franklin Monroe students of the month for September are seniors Jenna King and Martynas Maksvytis. They were chosen for their character and positive

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READERS WRITE What in the World is Happening?

These past few months everybody seems to be demonstrating about something and the troublesome part of all this unrest is supposedly a race issue. Well I have a different opinion. I think the troublesome part is complete disregard for the law. It seems to me that the more the law is administered, the more people want to demonstrate, destroy property that is not even theirs to destroy, and are willing to go to jail for something that should not concern them. Point – When you burn down your neighbors business you are not demonstrating, you are breaking the law. And you are hurting a person who is employing others and those people are hurt and now the demonstration has taken on destroying other lives who are not even involved in the situation. This is not demonstration. This is insanity. All the man in the Walmart store had to do was lay the gun down when asked to do so, and let the officer examine the gun and in all probability no one would have been hurt. The public needs to learn that the officers of the law have a job to do and it is our job to listen to the officers and obey their commands. When someone argues or attacks an officer, he or she is probably going to suffer some consequence. And if a person is foolish enough to threaten an officer of the law, he or she is certain to be hurt. Let’s realize that it is not race that is at issue here, it is the law. Lest we need to remember that the law has no color. Red, yellow, black or white makes no difference. It is sad that Michael Brown had to die, but Michael Brown was wrong to attack an officer. Whether or not he robbed a store a short time before the incident is not the issue. It was how he responded to being questioned by the officer and what he did at that point and time. People say we need laws to protect one in these circumstances. Well we have laws, and people need to realize that if one breaks a law one must suffer a consequence. You do not attack a police officer under any circumstances or give the officer a reason to harm you. That is just plain stupid. That is not a race issue. What does it cost a tax payer to replace police vehicles? What does it cost in insurance rates to rebuild a business? More importantly what does it cost to take jobs from innocent people and cause hardship on them and their families? Well it cost each and every one of us each time this nonsense goes on in one way or another. Are we teaching our children to destroy others property if we disagree with a decision handed down by a Jury or a Grand Jury? What are we teaching our children when their schools are closed because of violence? And the most important part of all this is what are we teaching our children about obeying the law and respecting the law. OK. I want beer and it is ok if I go into the store and steal the beer and if I get shot in the process of being arrested the policeman is the bad guy. Give me a break. I have heard enough of “He was a good boy, or he was a loving person.” FACT – Good and loving people do not break the law and then cry wolf or yell discrimination. We need to take responsibility for ourselves and we need to give respect to others. We do not need new laws, we need to respect and obey the ones that we have. Sharon Hopper, Greenville

Our Creamed Corn Marriage Ryan’s World by Ryan Berry Managing Editor bluebagmedia.com

My wife and I are RYAN BERRY MANAGING coming up onEDITOR a monumental anniversary. No, it’s not our 50th I’m much too young for that. It’s not even our 25th anniversary - still much too young. This anniversary may not mean much to my wife, but for me it is a major accomplishment. I know what you’re probably thinking - with the things I have written about her any anniversary we share is a major accomplishment. True, but that’s not it either. In a few days she will have carried my last name longer than she carried her maiden name. Unless she decides to become a modern woman and start hyphenating her name in the next day or so it is a claim I’m conﬁdent I can make. I will have been married to her for more than half

of her life. That thought leaves me speechless. The preacher that married us only gave us two years. The preacher was my dad and I love proving him wrong. Since there is a little bit of an age gap between us she will have a few more years before she can lay claim to being married to me for more than half of my life. I’ll admit I take her for granted from time to time, but I don’t think there is a day that goes by that I don’t let her know I love her. Every morning, depending on which of us is leaving the house ﬁrst, one will give the other a gentle kiss on the cheek or forehead and whisper “I love you” as we head off to work. At night, as we are lying in bed, I’ll give her three pats on her booty representing those three wonderful words - I love you. She responds with four squeezes to my arm or pats of her own, which I know means - I love you, too. It’s all rather

nauseating don’t you think. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again - I wouldn’t trade my wife for anything. (I’m not sure I could get much for her.) She is more beautiful now than she was the day I said, “I do.” She looks past my grumpiness most of the time (or leaves the house before I’m awake) and I try to look past her stubbornness, which is not easy to do when I know I’m right. Yes, we both have our ﬂaws (hers seem to be a little more pronounced than mine), but we work through the bad times and we enjoy the good times. To be honest...I would be lost without her. My daughter was asked a question in her health class the other day about what makes a relationship last. Trying to be funny she blurted out, “Creamed Corn!” I thought about her answer and there may be some truth in it. (Now watch how I take something completely

absurd and turn into something beautiful... this is going to be fun. If you don’t like creamed corn you will need to come up with your own analogy - perhaps mashed potatoes or chicken noodle soup.) Our marriage is really one big bowl of creamed corn. God took two ears of corn from two completely different stalks, threw in her good traits and my wonderful qualities and mashed it all together. Flecks of our individual personalities remain (the little distinguishable pieces of corn), a little salt was added (our ﬂaws) and it turned out to be completely delicious. As long as we continue to be mindful of each other (compromise) and don’t use too much salt our recipe for creamed corn should continue to be good for many years to come. I love you, honey! (That “I love you” was a personal message to my wife. Please ignore it if you’re not my wife.)

Prematurity Day – a time to raise awareness about the risk factors of premature birth and highlight efforts to prevent it. The leading cause of infant morbidity and mortality is premature birth. But, like many other infant deaths, sometimes the underlying cause of death is unclear. My legislation, the Sudden Unexpected Death Data Enhancement and Awareness Act, would enhance our national reporting system to better track stillbirths and sudden unexpected infant and child deaths, allowing us to better identify risk factors to prevent them in the future. Ohio parents and children would especially beneﬁt from this legislation. For the fourth year in a row, the March of Dimes – a national nonproﬁt dedicated to ensuring healthy pregnancies and healthy babies – assigned Ohio a “C” grade

on its 2014 Premature Birth Report Card. Ohio also has the third highest rate of infant mortality in the nation and the highest rate of infant mortality among African American babies. This is unacceptable. Ohio is home to some of the world’s best physicians and health facilities; we must renew our commitment to supporting pregnant mothers and preventing premature birth and infant mortality. In August, the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM), the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), and the American College of NurseMidwives (ACNM) wrote to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), requesting the agency review and adopt the professional organizations’ updated guidance on the prevention of premature births, including universal, rou-

tine screening for premature cervical shortening mid-pregnancy and the timely use of progesterone treatment for patients at high risk of premature birth. I support these organizations in their efforts to protect the health and wellbeing of infants throughout the country, and I urge HHS to address the guidelines put forth by SMFM, ACOG, and ACNM as part of its efforts to reduce infant mortality. Mitigating premature birth risk factors and utilizing the data collected by the Sudden Unexpected Death Data Enhancement and Awareness Act are important steps in addressing Ohio’s premature birth rate of 12.1 percent. By coordinating efforts at all levels – local, state, and federal – we can help to ensure that every babies born in Ohio has the opportunity to lead a full and healthy life.

Sommer honored Raising awareness of premature births by Ohio School Boards Association COLUMBUS — A Darke County school board member is among ﬁve people in the state selected to receive the Ohio School Boards Association’s (OSBA) most prestigious honor. Jim Sommer, president of the Greenville City Schools Board of Education, was recognized as a 2014 All-Ohio School Board member. Every year, OSBA names one board of education member from each of its ﬁve regions to the All-Ohio School Board. The award recognizes outstanding service to public education and represents the dedication shown by thousands of board members across the state.

Sommer, who has been a Greenville City board member for 11 years, represents OSBA’s Southwest Region. He has served as board president or vice president for four of those years. Prior to his board service, he worked as a teacher and school administrator for 30 years. Sommer attends most athletic and ﬁne arts events; volunteers with Woodland Primary Schools’ pizza bingo; is a member of Woodland’s Watch Dog Program; and serves as president of the Greenville Schools Foundation and on the Greenville High School Alumni Association Board of Directors.

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T h e birth of a child is a cause for celebration. For most SHERROD families, a BROWN new baby U.S. SENATOR brings feelings of excitement and anticipation for the future. Unfortunately, one in every nine babies born in the United States is premature. For these families, the exciting new challenges of feedings and changings may quickly be overshadowed by the emotionally taxing challenge of navigating their children’s health complications and uncertainty about the future. Nearly 70 percent of babies who die before their ﬁrst birthday are preemies, and for those babies who are lucky enough to survive, premature birth often results in other lasting consequences, such as respiratory issues or intellectual disabilities. Nov. 17 marked World

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Christmas services at Oakland COB BRADFORD – The Oakland Church of the Brethren has planned several Christmas services this year. The Candlelight Communion will be on Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. Join family and friends for an evening of reﬂection and to remember why we celebrate Christmas. Communion will be shared in the candlelight while soft music ﬁlls the sanctuary. Directly after Candlelight Communion will be a Service of Remembrance. Paper doves will be personalized with those you want to remember. The doves will be placed on a Christmas tree during the service. You may take the dove home to place on your Christmas tree after the service. For those who need a listening ear, a prayer or just a hug, there will be a caring deacon available after the service. The Christmas Eve Service will be Dec. 24,

7:30 p.m. Let every heart prepare him room, and heaven and nature sing! Join them as they prepare their hearts and sing praise with many musicians and worship with their family and friends on this special evening. Oakland wishes all a wonderful Christmas season and invites all to these special services or their Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 448-2287. They are located at 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, just 2 ½ miles north of Gettysburg. You may also visit their website at oaklandchurch.org.

Council meets GREENVILLE Greenville City Council will meet in special session on Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m., Council Room, Municipal Building, Greenville, for a Committee of the Whole/Work Session to review the 2015 Appropriations.

St. Peter’s trustees seek assistance VERSAILLES – A site on the Ohio Historical Societies List of Historic Places, St. Peter’s is a unique Darke County treasure. Where else can a church survive 108 years after its closing? This log church covered by clapboard siding is truly unique to have survived and the below letter from her trustees hopes to secure this landmark for the next 100 years. “As we gather to celebrate the birth of the Christ child many of us allow thoughts of our ancestors to creep into our conscience like the familiar scent of fresh pine or an old ornament that has decorated our trees for more years than we can remember. “You can almost hear the crunch of the snow under the runner of the sleigh as it makes its way to St. Peter’s for the Christmas Eve service. “The familiar sounds

Gospel Sing ROSE HILL – A Christmas Gospel Sing will be held on Dec. 14, 4 p.m., at Rose Hill Country Church (located on McFeely Petry Road, 15 miles north of Greenville off of State Route 49.) Come hear the local artists sing your favorite Christmas Hymns. A light supper will follow the sing.

of the church bell cuts through the cold, crisp air to all the farms around the church beckoning us to worship. “The black wood stove warms the church as the crackling sound ﬁlls the meeting room. The old copper coffee pot has been heating waiting for the circuit Pastor to arrive. “The fresh cut tree sits by the organ and the ﬁrst strands of “Silent Night” drift through the room. “What wouldn’t we give to be a part of that setting! But what if the next generation of Darke County families doesn’t have the same opportunities as we have to come home to historic St. Peter? “To insure that never happens we need your help to raise funds to continue to maintain the church and the cemetery as those whom have come before us have done. “Please consider a “Christmas gift” this year to support our historic legacy known as St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. Your gifts may be sent in care of Richard Shumaker: 5958 Children’s Home Bradford Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331. “We the Trustees of St. Peter’s thank you for your generosity and look forward to welcoming you home again on September 20, 2015 for our annual homecoming.”

Nealeigh to speak at Versailles Museum VERSAILLES – The Versailles Area Museum invites you and your family for the Grand Opening of its new displays inspired by the theme “Home for the Holidays.” They will be featuring famous local treasures and more. They are also fortunate to have a portion of the amazing nativity

scenes from the collection of Tim Nealeigh, which will help all remember the real reason for the season. Nealeigh will speak of the history of the nativities on Dec. 14, 2 p.m. and everyone is invited. Memberships and tickets for their Winter Gala “All on a Winter’s Eve” on Feb. 14 will be available.

Cookbooks support Ministry of Care GREENVILLE - Mary’s Helpers, a Ministry of Care committee, supports the needs of St. Mary’s Parish by providing supportive services in the following areas: The Ministry of Care members visit parish members who are home bound, in nursing homes or the hospital providing

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social stimulation, spiritual support and an opportunity to receive Holy Communion. The Caring Cooks program delivers bread and soup to families following a serious illness or death of a loved one. They also assist with food for funeral dinners. The Bereavement program assists family members in planning a funeral Mass for a loved one and support following the funeral. On the other end of the spectrum, our Newborn to Kindergarten program encourages families to get connected with the church and school from baptism to beginning kindergarten. Mary’s Helpers have published a parish cookbook to support these programs. The recipes submitted by parish members reﬂect traditional recipes, as well as family favorites of parish members. The cookbook contains 300 plus recipes and helpful cooking hints from some great cooks in the community. The cost is $12. To purchase a cookbook or further information about how to be involved in St. Mary’s Catholic Church Ministry of Care contact the church secretary weekdays at the parish ofﬁce at 548-1616.

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GREENVILLE – Free tax filing assistance through The Ohio Benefit Bank™ will once again be available at NextStep Ministries, an Outreach of EUM Church. Thanks to a grant from the Ohio Association of Foodbanks, home of The Ohio Benefit Bank, NextStep Ministries, will be able to expand tax filing services for the 2014-2015 tax season. “The 2015 Ohio Benefit Bank Tax Capacity Building Grant will truly benefit our organization by helping to provide additional computer equipment, office supplies and increased marketing tools enabling us to reach more clients” stated Kristy Cutarelli, Outreach Ministries Coordinator for EUM Church. The Ohio Benefit Bank (OBB™) is an innovative online service that connects Ohioans with more than 20 work support programs and tax credits, including the Earned Income Tax Credit, child tax credits, and education credits. Ohioans can visit sites like NextStep Ministries to file their federal and state taxes for free with a trained counselor, or they can file on their own at www.ohiobenefits.org. NextStep Min-

istries provides outreach to the Darke County area through many ministries of EUM Church and partnerships with other local organizations. In 2014, NextStep Ministries served 336 residents of Darke and surrounding counties. This year, they hope to expand services to offer the free tax services to 345 residents. Barb Baker, an Ohio Benefit Bank tax client for several years said “I love the OBB. It’s fast, easy and the counselors help you understand the tax procedures. They are very aware of the latest rules. I highly recommend them to others.” Residents interested in making an appointment to have their taxes filed or complete other benefit applications through the OBB can call 937-5479730 extension. Appointments are available Monday through Wednesday, 9AM – 3PM; as well as some evenings and Saturdays. Community members interested in volunteering as OBB counselors are welcome to call Laura Moore at 547-9730. For more information about EUM, visit www. eumchurch.org or call 548-3211.

GREENVILLE – St. Paul Lutheran Church, on the corner of Fourth and Walnut Streets, Greenville, will be presenting its ﬁrst ever Community Christmas Sing-A-Long. This concert will be presented on Dec. 14, 3 p.m. The event features both secular Christmas songs and carols. You will be sure to get in the Christmas spirit. Featured artists include Terri and Darrell Fryman, Country Harmony (including JoEllen Melling and Jennifer Peck), St. Paul Senior Choir, St. Paul Rockin’ for the Lord Children’s choir, several members from GHS vocal music alumni, and the Lemon Family. Violinist Melinda Holfstetter will

also be performing prior to the beginning of the concert. Some of the selections being performed in the concert include O Holy Night, Mary Did You Know, Go Tell it On the Mountain, Listen to the Angel’s Singin’, and “And the Glory of the Lord” from Handel’s Messiah. Several Christmas Carols including: “Joy to the World,” “Away in a Manger,” and “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer” will be included in a group sing-a-long. There is no charge for this event however; a free will offering will be taken prior to intermission with all proceeds going towards Grace Resurrection Community Center. Refreshments will follow the program.

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Piqua Baptist will present program PIQUA – Piqua Baptist Church is pleased to present a Christmas Festival of Praise entitled, “What a Glorious Night!” on Dec. 14, 10:45 a.m. Members of the Sanctuary Choir, God’s Kids Choir, Liturgical Dancers and area singers have been rehearsing since the end of October to perform a variety of Christmas music, including traditional carols, contemporary songs of joy and hope and the song made popular by Sidewalk Prophets, the title song, “What a Glorious Night!”

This new musical explores the miraculous setting surrounding that ﬁrst Christmas long, long ago when, on a wonder-ﬁlled, starlit night, angels ushered in the arrival of our promised Redeemer, Savior and King. An organ prelude, by Mary Alice Newbauer, will take place at 10:30 a.m. This is a wonderful opportunity to hear the Christmas Story in song, along with family, friends AND neighbors. For additional information, contact Cherie Roeth at 570-1733.

Seasonal celebration NEW MADISON – The month of December is underway and the United Methodist Church of New Madison has planned a celebration of the season. Worship will center on Advent each Sunday – Dec. 13, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Christmas Experience; on Dec. 21 the Children’s Christmas program is planned at

10:30 a.m.; Christmas Caroling for shut-ins will take place on Dec. 21 at 3 p.m. and the Christmas Eve Service is planned for Dec. 24, 7 p.m. You are invited to join in these events and celebrate this special season of the nativity. Worship begins at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. For more information, call 996-5341.

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linda Baldwin Robinson, 66, passed away on Nov. 21, 2014, at her home in Evanston, IL, following a lengthy battle with cancer. Born March 25, 1948 in St. Louis, MO, Melinda was the daughter of Capt. William A. Baldwin, Jr., a United States Air Force pilot, and Margaret F. (Swatek) Baldwin — both born and raised in the St. Louis area. Capt. Baldwin was killed in the line of duty when Melinda was nine years old. She was later adopted, along with her two siblings, by Lt. Col. John H. Robinson of Oshkosh, NE, a devoted father to all three children until his death in 1985. Melinda graduated from Southeast High School in Lincoln, NE, in 1966, and studied English Literature at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Endowed with extraordinary beauty and charm, as well as a fluent command of the French language, Melinda was the first American to attend l’École de Mannequins de Paris for professional modeling, working briefly as a fashion runway and print model in Europe and the U.S. She went on to work in the graphic design and IT industries and quickly advanced to become a highly successful business executive in the Chicago area. In addition to her professional life, Melinda had a passion for restoring and redecorating old homes and antiques. Melinda is survived by her loving children: James Richard Lawrence Martin and wife, Sally Bisson Martin, and Geoffrey Michael Martin; grandchildren:

Chance William Martin and Dresden James Martin; beloved mother, Margaret Florence Robinson; devoted brother, Robert William Baldwin Robinson, Sr. and wife, Susan Enicks Robinson; loving sister, Kimberly Ann Brady; and nephews, Scott Allen Robinson, Robert William Baldwin Robinson Jr., Shawn Michael Allen Enicks and Jonathan Charles Brady. She will also be remembered by: James David Martin, former husband and father to her two sons; extended family, coworkers and friends. Above all, Melinda will be remembered for the courage, humor and strength she showed during her long illness, and the joie de vivre that kept her ﬁghting. In lieu of ﬂowers, the family requests that donations be made to Rush University Medical Center for lung cancer research. Please send memorial gifts to Rush University Medical Center, 1700 W. Van Buren St., Suite 250, Chicago, IL 60612 or visit www.rush. edu/memorialgift.

GERSTNER – Melvin L. “Gus” Gerstner, 83, of Union City, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014, at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville. He was born August 26, 1931, to the late Charles R. and Ruby (Harmon) Gerstner, the younger of two boys. A 1949 graduate of the old East Side High School, he became a pipeﬁtter and enjoyed a long career with Tibbetts Mechanical Contractors, where he worked on nota-

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sure his family and friends were at work (or play). Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Roberta (Jones) Gerstner; daughters Jennifer (Roger) Reese and Lisa (Scott) Butt; grandchildren Sharilyn (Christoph Fuhrmans) Hufford, Jessica (Chris Lences, boyfriend) Hufford, Alyssa (Steve) Gower and Curtis Butt; great grandchildren Audrey and Caleb Gower and Hannah Fuhrmans; and several nieces and nephews. He was especially close to niece Joni Graham and family friend Karen Mills. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Gerald Gerstner. Visitation will be noon-3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at Reichard Funeral Home Inc., 400 W. Deerﬁeld Rd., Union City, Ind., followed immediately by funeral services. Burial will be in Snell Cemetery, Union City, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the E.U.M. Church or Union City, Ohio, Fire and Res-

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FINE – Norman J. Fine, 73, of Bradford, died Thursday, Nov. 27, 2014. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014 at Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Bradford. Interment is at Highland Cemetery, Covington. MILLER – Constance “Connie” Ann (Grubb) Miller, 64, of Greenville, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014. A funeral service was held Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery (New Section). BENNETT - T. Rob-

ert (Bob) Bennett, 87, Veteran died Nov. 28, 2014. A private service was held Wednesday, Dec. 3 with interment at Greenmound Cemetery.

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JOHNSON – Richard V. Johnson, 78, of Greenville, died Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014. Services were held Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. ANDERSON – Holli L. Anderson, 31, of Greenville, died Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family with a burial following in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville. There will be a celebration of life service held at a later date. SCHLAMB – Drucella M. Schlamb, 90, of Rossburg, died Monday, Dec. 1, 2014. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Dec. 5, 2014, 10:30 a.m., at St. Bernard Catholic Church, Burkettsville. Burial is in St. Louis Cemetery, North Star.

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United Way works toward goal GREENVILLE – The Darke County United Way is in mid-campaign and has brought in 30% of goal through October. Fun events have been held throughout the community during the last few months including Stuff a Bus, Runway & Rhythm, 25th annual Golf Outing, Lead the Way Tractor Cruise, Chicken BBQ, and Live United Softball Classic. “The Community does a wonderful job of supporting residents in their time of need throughout Darke County, and it is an honor to run this community’s campaign each year,” states Lauren Henry, executive director. Lauren added, “Many individuals and businesses have made donations and pledges toward the campaign, and many are currently working hard ﬁnishing special campaigns to support our mission of increasing the capacity to take care of one another in Darke County with health and human service organizations. With the community’s support, our 27 local programs are able to serve over 20,000 residents each year, well over 30% of our population in the county. Can you imagine? Imagine having parents that are

incarcerated and trying to break that cycle and graduate high school with plans for college. Imagine becoming very ill and struggling to make ends meet by living in a tent and ﬁnding safe shelter to pay for medical needs. You can make the difference in these individuals’ lives. These are just a couple situations that we have faced for clients this year in our ofﬁce at United Way and there are thousands more stories. We are looking for more donations, and if you are interested in donating to our campaign, please send donations to Darke County United Way, PO Box 716, Greenville, Ohio. No matter the size of a donation, it will make a positive difference in the life of another, and your gift will make a difference for Darke County.” This summer the Stuff a Bus program donated close to $6,000 in school supplies to the local school districts for children in need. Ansonia, Arcanum, Bradford, Franklin Monroe, Greenville, Mississinawa Valley, Tri Village, Versailles, and the Board of Developmental Disabilities Anthony Wayne schools were all recipients. Special thanks go out from the United Way

Board of Directors to the community, the Blue Angels 4-H group, Modern Mothers, and RSVP/ Council on Rural Services volunteers for help with collecting and sorting these supplies and use of the school bus. Special drop off sites also helped promote this event throughout the month of July, and the United Way thanks the numerous businesses that collected as well as the large collection day sites located at JCPenney, Wal-Mart, and John’s IGA. “All children should have the tools to begin the school year right, and aid in their success for their futures in our school systems. This will make them better learners and leaders for our future Darke County community,” stated Lauren. Last year, Darke County United Way served 2,984 children promoting proactive programs to build a positive future for the youth and future leaders of Darke County in the Education Initiative. Over 3,500 residents were provided with aid for health related issues, many long-term diseases and cancer, as well as proactive education, chronic disease classes,

CPR, and prescription needs. In the Income Stability initiative over 15,000 have been served, many provided with food including distribution of over 130,000lbs of food by the local food pantries. Chronically hungry children have been served with the backpack programs throughout the county at schools. Over $22,000 in medical reimbursement has been given out for cancer patients. 450 children are enrolled in the early childhood literacy program -Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Over 2,000 meals were served to those with mental illness, as well as many classes provided for those trying to transition back into the workforce. These are a few of many community impact statistics going on each year in Darke County with the community’s support to Darke County United Way. The goal is $375,000. The need in the community is close to $500,000. To learn more about Darke County United Way and see a full list of the local non-profit programs benefitting from this campaign, visit www.darkecountyunitedway.org. The office is located at 207 E Fourth St., Greenville.

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Softball team finishes at 18-3 ARCANUM – The Arcanum 12U All Star Softball Team finished the season at 18-3. The participated in four all star tournaments over the summer receiving three first place trophies and one second place. They would like to thank all of their sponsors; without them this would not have been possible. The girls were

coached by Jeff Mote and Shane Toy with help from Richard and Julie Byrnes and Greg Heiser. The team included Samantha Hartzell, Araya Musselman, Audrey Heiser, Elli Sloan, Ally Lock, Camille Pohl, Madi Magnani, Gracie Garno, Hannah Smith, Maddy Byrnes, Aiden O’Brien, Eva Siculan and Morgan Best (not pictured).

Lady Tigers basketball off to good start VERSAILLES - The Versailles girls basketball team is off to a 3-1 start to the season. The Lady Tigers won the Annie Oakley Shootout in Greenville last weekend beating Graham on Friday and Eaton on Saturday. The team lost on the road Tuesday at Tippecanoe by a score of 64-52. They then beat Minster by a late in the game by a score of 4645. Versailles plays at Covington Saturday, Dec. 6 to try and put win number four in the

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THIS WEEK IN SPORTS BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 .... @ Troy ....................................................6 p.m. Dec. 13 .... @ Wayne ....................................................TBA Dec. 19 .... vs. Vandalia-Butler .................................6 p.m. Dec. 23 .... vs. Trotwood ...........................................6 p.m. Dec. 27 .... @ Milton-Union ......................................6 p.m. Jan. 3 ....... vs. Lebanon (Hall of Fame) .................5:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 10 .... vs. Fairborn ............................................6 p.m. Dec. 13 .... @ Wayne – GWOC Hoops .............................TBA Dec. 20 .... @ Troy ....................................................6 p.m. WRESTLING Dec. 9 ...... Greenville, JV Pool 1 ...............................6 p.m. Dec. 11 .... @ Brookville, Double Dual ..................5:30 p.m. Dec. 13 .... Greenville, Varsity Dual ......................9:30 a.m. Dec. 16 .... @ Versailles ......................................6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 .... Greenville, Reserve Wrestling Tourney .9:30 a.m. SWIMMING Dec. 13 .... @ Troy, Robinson YMCA ...........................7 p.m. Dec. 19 .... vs. 3 teams at YMCA of DC ......................6 p.m. BOWLING Dec. 11 .... @ Russia, McBo’s – Versailles ............3:45 p.m. Dec. 12 .... @ Tipp City, Troy Bowl .............................4 p.m. Dec. 13 .... @ GWOC tourney, Poelking South Dec. 16 .... vs. W. Carrol./Tri-Village, Treaty Lanes 4:30 p.m.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 .... vs. New Bremen......................................8 p.m. Dec. 13 .... vs. Covington .........................................8 p.m. Dec. 16 .... @ Lehman Catholic ............................ 7:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 9 ...... @ Celina ...........................................7:30 p.m. Dec. 11 .... @ New Bremen .......................................7 p.m. Dec. 13 .... vs. Arcanum ......................................2:30 p.m. Dec. 18 .... vs. New Knoxville ................................7:30p.m. WRESTLING Dec. 9 ...... vs. Covington ....................................6:30 p.m. Dec. 16 .... vs. Greenville ....................................6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 .... Versailles Varsity Dual Invitational ......... 10 a.m. SWIMMING Dec. 13 .... @ TM-Greenon Invitational (Trotwood-Madison) ......................10:30 a.m. Dec. 16 .... @ Tri Meet Van Wert ................................6 p.m.

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GREENVILLE – Darke County United Way hosted the annual Live United Softball Classic in October at Stebbins Field. Five teams came out to play in the coed softball tournament to support the local United Way’s Education Initiatives. Save 2nd Base was the winning team, with Hot Rods and Harleys as the runner-up. The United Way also welcomed teams from Greenville Federal, Greenville National Bank and PolyOne Corporation. The event raised over $1,300, and Greenville Federal’s team also did a special jeans and t-shirt day fundraiser at the bank leading up to the softball event, donating an extra $120 to the event. The Darke County United Way thanks the following people and businesses for their support and donations to make this event a success including: all of the teams and players, Stebbins Field crew and umpires, the committee of Melissa Mansﬁeld, Debby Folkerth, Corey Eagle and Brian Beam, McDonalds, Doug Shields Investments, Oscreen, Spirit Medical Transport, Taco Bell, Burger King, Columbus Crew, Cincinnati Zoo, Colum-

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 @ Bethel ....................................................6 p.m. Dec. 13 @ Milton-Union ...........................................6 p.m. Dec. 19 @ Ansonia .............................................6:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 8 @ Troy Christian ............................................7 p.m. Dec. 11 vs. Bethel ..............................................5:30 p.m. Dec. 15 vs. Stivers ..................................................6 p.m. Dec. 18 @ Covington ..........................................5:30 p.m.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 .... @ Mississinawa Valley.............................8 p.m. Dec. 13 .... vs. Riverside ..........................................6 p.m. Dec. 19 .... vs. Franklin Monroe ...........................6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 .... vs. Houston ............................................6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. ......... 11 @ Mississinawa Valley ........................7 p.m. Dec. ......... 13 vs. Riverside.................................4:30 p.m. Dec. ......... 18 @ Newton Local ............................5:30 p.m.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. ......... 12 @ Covington ......................................8 p.m. Dec. ......... 19 vs Bethel ...........................................8 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. ......... 11 vs. Covington .....................................7 p.m. Dec. ......... 13 @ St Henry ...................................1:30 p.m. Dec. ......... 18 @ Miami East ...............................5:30 p.m. Dec. ......... 20 vs. National Trail .......................... 7:30 p.m.

BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 .... vs. Ansonia ............................................8 p.m. Dec. 13 .... @ St. Henry .......................................7:30 p.m. Dec. 19 .... @ Tri-Village ......................................6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 .... vs. Troy Christian ............................... 7:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 11 .... vs. Ansonia ............................................7 p.m. Dec. 13 .... vs. Northeastern (Indiana) .................2:30 p.m. Dec. 18 .... vs. Bethel ..............................................7 p.m. Dec. 20 .... vs. Covington ....................................1:30 p.m.

Greenville Federal held a Jeans and T-shirt day to give a special donation to United Way.

lies are in need of food, clothing and heat. Your gift provides hope for the future. There is no greater gift than to help another in need,” said Lauren Henry, executive director of United Way. Donations go to help residents in Darke County through the following programs: Education - Big Brothers/ Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Club, Council on Rural Services (CORS) Gateway Youth Programs, CORS-Achievement Center for Educational Success, 4-H, Boy Scouts, Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Stuff a Bus, Income Stability programs - Red Cross, Community Action Partnership (CAP) Emergency Homeless Shelter, Supportive Housing, Community Unity, YMCA

BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 .... vs. Winchester........................................6 p.m. Dec. 16 .... vs. Delta ................................................6 p.m. Dec. 20 .... vs. Tri,....................................................6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 10 .... vs. Centerville ........................................6 p.m. Dec. 13 .... vs. Randolph Southern ............................6 p.m. Dec. 17 .... @ Northeastern ......................................6 p.m. Dec. 19 .... @ Lincoln ...............................................6 p.m. WRESTLING Dec. 13 .... Union City Super Six @ Union City ............9 a.m. Dec. 17 .... Double Dual @ Hagerstown .....................6 p.m. Dec. 20 .... Super Six @ Winchester HS.................9:30 a.m.

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 @ Newton ...................................................6 p.m. Dec. 19 vs. Mississinawa Valley ..........................6:30 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 11 vs. Newton ............................................5:30 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. New Bremen ..........................................1 p.m. Dec. 15 vs. Houston ...........................................5:30 p.m. Dec. 20 @ Barn Ball Classic .........................................TBA

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BOYS BASKETBALL Dec. 12 @ Miami East .........................................6:30 p.m. Dec. 19 vs. Covington .........................................6:30 p.m. Dec. 20 @ Milton-Union ...........................................6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Dec. 11 vs. Miami East .......................................5:30 p.m. Dec. 13 @ Versailles ................................................1 p.m. Dec. 18 @ National Trail ..........................................6 p.m. Dec. 20 vs. Tri-County North ...................................... noon WRESTLING Dec. 13 @ Greenville Duals .................................9:30 a.m. Dec. 18 @ Lehman Super Dual .................................6 p.m. Dec. 20 @ Versailles Invite .......................................1 p.m. SWIMMING Dec. 13 @ Greenon Invite .........................................9 a.m. Dec. 20 Arcanum Tri-Meet .......................................5 p.m.

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WEST MILTON - The Milton-Union Public Library, 560 S. Main St., West Milton, has released its calendar of events for December. Dec. 8, 15, 22 and 29 - Crafty Listeners, 1-2:30 p.m. This group of women listen to an audiobook while working on joint and individual craft projects. Both experienced crafters or those wanting to learn are welcome. Dec. 8, 15, 22 and 29 Buddy Reading, 6:30 p.m. Buddy Reading pairs a teen or adult reading mentor with beginning readers to help encourage greater reading ease, enjoyment and comprehension. Dec. 8 - Book Discussion, 7 p.m. It’s time for a Christmas mystery with “A Christmas Visitor” by Anne Perry. The Adult Evening Book Discussion Group will be discussing this novella with a colorful cast of characters and “a plot as twisty as a ribbon.” Dec. 9 - Pinterest Crafting, 6-7:30 p.m. Instead of purchasing gift bags for Christmas this year, learn how to make your own felt gift bags with all the trimmings. Sign-up is required, as all supplies are provided. Dec. 9, 16, 23 and 30 Tiny Tots, 1-1:30 p.m. This is an opportunity for children from birth to 3-yearsold and their caretakers to hear developmentally appropriate stories, play games, sing songs, and do other activities with chil-

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Fair”. Francis was inducted into the Ohio Agriculture Hall of Fame in 1996 and served as Grand Marshal of the 2002 Darke County Fair Parade and honored in 2014. Francis has many great fair memories, but he mentioned much has changed since 1939. Francis has not missed an annual fair yet. He noted the ﬁrst contest he participated in was held in a building southeast of the Grandstand. Over the years, the event moved to the Grandstand, then to the Coliseum, where it continues to be held today. Corn tassel served as the tree topper. Several varieties of dried beans, sorghum, celosia, popcorn, and other materials were used to decorate the tree. Members decorating were Brianna Fellers, Meg Rehmert, Chloe Eberhard, Kate Rehmert and Audrey Allread. All members of the Butterﬂies Junior Garden Club thank Mr. Byers and his family for their dedication in growing fruits, vegetables and grains making the “Bounty in Darke County.”

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Winter Crisis Program begins Becky Welch is shown at left leading Hospice employees in HealthRhythms.

Music therapy intern introduces new approach GREENVILLE – State of the Heart Hospice Music Therapy intern, Becky Welch, introduced a wellness and empowerment program recently to her co-workers at State of the Heart’s Greenville office. Called HealthRhythms, the concept was created in 2001 and is aimed to ease stress and encourage wellness. The process uses drums and percussion instruments. “HealthRhythms drum circles are conducted for clinical, educational, and workplace sessions,” Welch explained, “and can be used for goals of teambuilding, stress relief and expression.” Welch said she recently used HealthRhythms in a grief support group conducted by State of the Heart.” State of the Heart cares for patients and families in eastern Indiana and western Ohio who are confronting a life limiting illness. The nonprofit agency provides free bereavement support and also has two board certified music therapists who provide free music therapy to patients. Music therapy is an important part of hospice care and has many benefits to both patient and family. Eleven staff gathered with HealthRhythms leader Welch for an hour of free expression using

mostly drums, and a few other musical percussion instruments. “HealthRhythms is particularly good in hospice settings,” she told the group, adding that hospice workers can be subject to burnout and stress. Welch completed a training session last February with a leader in the field of HealthRhythms and speaks enthusiastically of the benefits. In order to become a board certified music therapist, she must go through an internship program such as the one offered by State of the Heart. Those employees participating said afterward that they found the hour of using the drums and other instruments produced a “relaxed” feeling and one of “well being.” Welch said that these feelings are particularly good for hospice grief support sessions as they encourage freedom of expression, allowing those grieving to better and more freely express themselves. State of the Heart, with offices in Greenville, Coldwater and Portland, has cared for patients for 33 years. For more information about all of the services provided by the agency, visit the web site at www.stateoftheheartcare.org.

Cookie Walk

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BRADFORD – Joan’s Kids relay team will sponsor a Cookie Walk on Dec. 20 at the Bradford Fire House, 10 a.m. to noon. Come and buy your Christmas Cookies and support the team that raises money for the American Cancer Society. You will be able to purchase many different types of cookies and homemade candy.

GHS Class of 1947 GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Class of 1947 is invited to lunch at noon on Dec. 9, at the Fairlawn Steakhouse, Greenville. Spouses and friends are welcome.

GREENVILLE – The Board of Darke County Commissioners regularly scheduled “Agenda Session” set for Dec. 8 will be cancelled due to the County Commissioners attending the CCAO Winter Conference. The Board of Commissioners will be having its regular scheduled “Agenda Session” on Dec. 10, at 1:30 p.m.

GHS Class of 1958

GREENVILLE – The Community Action Partnership of the Greater Dayton Area will again provide emergency energy payment assistance this winter for eligible households. The Winter Crisis Program continues through March 31, 2015, or until funds are depleted. Under the Winter Crisis Program, eligible households may receive a one-time payment of up to $175 for a utility emergency and $750 for bulk fuel. Income eligibility for the Winter Crisis Program is 175 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. For a family of four, household income cannot exceed $41,737.50 a year. They must be on PIPP Plus or sign up for PIPP Plus or another payment plan. Proof of citizenship or alien status is required for the primary applicant. United States citizens will be eligible by providing a birth certificate, baptismal record, or U.S. passport. Those born outside the United States, naturalized citizens or aliens must provide additional information. Darke County customers may call 548-8143 to make an appointment to re-certify their PIPP Plus status and apply for the Winter Crisis Program. 2014–2015 Utility Payment Assistance Applications are available at www.cap-dayton.org. Customers may be seen at 1469 Sweitzer St., Greenville. Customers must bring all of the following items to their appointment: Social Security cards for all household members; picture ID for the person whose name the account is in; current utility bill/disconnect notice/account number; proof of income received by all household members age 18 or older for the last 13 weeks, including child support, weekly or bi-weekly pay stubs; Social Security, pension, Workers’ Compensation or unemployment benefits; tenant eligibility and rent procedures for those living in HUD housing; financial aid break down and tuition and fee bills for students; landlord’s

name and telephone number for renters; and any income from odd jobs. If laid off, documentation from the previous employer is required. If a household member or head of household states they have no income and are being supported by another household member who has income, they must complete the “Zero Income

Self-Declaration Section” of the application form. If a household member is receiving help from a non-household member, the application must include a notarized letter from that person stating how much and how often money is provided, how the bill is paid, and if the money is a loan or gift. Households reporting zero income who were

not required to ﬁle taxes can request a copy of a “Veriﬁcation of Non-Filing Status Transcript” by calling 1-800-829-1040, faxing 1-859-669-3592, or online at http://www. irs.gov/Individuals/GetTranscript. For more information about the Winter Crisis Program, visit www.energyhelp.ohio.gov or call 1-800-282-0880.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville High School Class of 1958 is having a luncheon on Dec. 12, 1 p.m., at the Fairlawn Restaurant.

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Scandal surrounds the birth of Jesus. His ancestry includes prostitution, adultery and even murder! These ancestors plus His poor, homeless parents who gave birth to Him in the unsanitary conditions of a barn were all a part of God’s perfect plan. Attend EUM’s Advent worship services now through December 21 at our regular service times and learn the truth about who Jesus is and where He came from. Then join us on Christmas Eve for a candlelight service and let His past help you make peace with any questions you may have about your past, present or future!

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Edison DC campus dean to retire in December

Edison PSEOP student and Tri-Village senior Ecko Brown learns about PVC Douglas Dickey, who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. He, like Ecko will soon be, was a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. (Bob Robinson photo)

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GREENVILLE – Do you know who PFC Douglas BOB Dickey is? ROBINSON Associate Editor Ecko Brown, bluebagmedia.com an Edison Communications student and Tri-Village senior in the PSEOP program, shook her head. Want to ﬁnd out? “Sure.” She went to Garst Museum. It was a sobering experience. “Scary, but so honorable,” she said, noting Dickey’s actions. PFC Dickey was an Ansonia native and U.S. Marine posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. Ecko has enlisted in the Marines; she’ll be sworn in after graduation. “It was a hard decision,” she said. “I’m a successful athlete, class Valedictorian and I’ve had many college offers.” She said she visited the campuses. “It just didn’t feel right.” Is the Marines a career choice? “I don’t know if anyone can make a career choice when they’re just starting out,” she said. “After four years I can. Also I can go to college on the G.I. bill… it will be paid for.” Ecko said she wanted to travel. She’d never been outside of Ohio (except for sports), and she wanted to help people. She knew no matter what role she is chosen to play in the marines she’d be part of the military support system. Combat duty? “I could handle

that,” she said. “That’s what I’ll be trained for.” A friend of hers had told her about Boot Camp. She smiled. “That will be the toughest thing I’ll have faced so far in my life. It kind of excites me. I like challenges.” Ecko couldn’t choose a career path until she’d been sworn in. She believes she’ll get that option. “I tested high enough,” she said, noting a 45 was required. She scored a 78. “My recruiter said that’s pretty good for an 18-year-old female.” He asked her if she studied for it. She told him no; her dad’s a mechanic, good with his hands, and she was always helping him. Her recruiter had told her the Marines would be lucky to have someone with her drive. She survived MEPS (Military Enlistment Processing Service) Nov. 25 and 26. “It was long and stressful,” she said. The test was part of it. It also included ﬁngerprinting, capabilities testing, security, vision, hearing, blood test… it was awful!” They questioned her more than once (“To make sure I wasn’t lying… I could go to prison for that.”) She picked the U.S. Marines because “they’re

known as the toughest and meanest branch. People who know me know I can be like that… tough and mean. Besides, they have pretty uniforms,” she said, laughing. “The toughest part, I think, is missing my family. They’re wonderful. I’ve been extremely blessed. They didn’t push me; left it up to me… I like that.” While at Garst Museum Ecko looked around the Military Room. She was interested in the different uniforms, quipping she liked the Marine uniform the best. When she understood the meaning of the Dickey display, she was quiet for several moments… reading and looking. “This is so much bigger than me, my family and my future,” she said. She added it backed up her earlier comment about the sacriﬁces of so many. “Think of the people giving up so much… Vietnam, WWI, WWII… the least I can do is be part of that,” she’d said earlier. “Douglas giving his life like that… it was instant, spontaneous,” Ecko said. “I don’t think people grasp that.” She said she was giving up opportunities, but accepting another one. “An opportunity to do something more, something bigger. Be part of protecting the greatest country in the world. “Don’t take anything for granted,” she added. “I did. A loving family. I now realize that isn’t really the normal. A lot goes on behind the scenes for our rights and freedoms… People like Douglas Dickey are who we should look up to… not like Miley Cyrus.”

GREENVILLE – “I’m going to miss the students,” BOB said Darke ROBINSON County CamAssociate Editor bluebagmedia.com pus Dean Janice Michael. “And the faculty… the people here are really good.” Michael, who has been a ﬁxture at the Edison Community College local campus – in all of its locations – for 30 years, will be retiring at the end of the year. With accumulated vacation time, her last day on campus will be Dec. 12. Michael taught her ﬁrst class as an Edison adjunct in 1983 at the college’s location on Fifth & Walnut Streets, next to a laundromat. “We were there about two years… we had a row of desks on one side of a narrow room; barely enough room to walk from one end to the other. We could hear the washing machines and dryers next door.” When the lease expired, Edison moved to Greenville High School, evenings only. Several years later, in 1991, the Center moved to the location where Romer’s is now. By then Michael had been teaching as an adjunct for nearly 10 years. A year later, in August 1992, she was named Director of the Darke County Center. She currently holds the title of Darke County Campus Dean. “We were at that location until 2001,” Michael said. “On Sept. 30

Janice Michael

we held our last classes there. While the students were in class we moved the office to our new campus here (Wagner Avenue complex); as soon as the last class was finished we moved the classrooms. We were up and running when the students arrived for class the next morning, Oct. 1, 2001.” In a ‘life lesson’ to several communications students, Michael recently told two classes she loved history and got her bachelor’s degree in history. She planned to teach high school. She couldn’t find a job. Michael later noted she graduated college at the age of 20. She realistically added school districts weren’t going to hire a 20-year-old to teach high school students. After several years she got a call asking if she could teach an economics class for Edison. “Sure,” she said. “When do I start?” “Tomorrow,” came the answer. She’s been with the college ever since. She still loves history. “Do you know how many times I’ve taught history, the subject I trained

Raffle winner donates Keaser quilt back to family GREENVILLE - Kristy Long of Greenville was ecstatic when she was notified by phone that she learned she won this hand-crafted quilt as part of a raffle drawing to help benefit the family of Ellie and Jeff Keaser. The quilt raffle raised almost $ 1,300 and will be used for the Keaser’s final expenses. The Keaser and the Smith families wish to thank everyone who supported this fundraiser for Ellie and Jeff, who recently passed away within weeks of each other. Long humbly and graciously asked if she could give the quilt to someone very special. She con-

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order to “keep it in the family”.

Dinner will beneﬁt historical society VERSAILLES – This year’s annual historic dinner will be held at the Versailles Knights of Columbus Hall on St. Rt. 47 West. The special evening will be Feb. 14, with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 7 p.m. They will be recreating the welcome dinner hosted by Herr Seibt and his wife as they invite their newest neighbors in Dutch Roost (Webster today). In 1840 many German/Prussians came up the Stillwater to the

tiny village that would feel like home. Your hosts will transform you back to an old inn and recount the days of a bustling Webster with taverns, mills, general store, and many prosperous farms that surrounded the fertile rural area. Dinner will be served by candlelight and will feature German/American foods, from roasted turkey and dressing, to fresh sausage and sauerkraut, along with sev-

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for?” she asked the students. “Zero!” Her point was life and opportunity could take them in unplanned, but equally rewarding, directions. Michael said the biggest changes she’s seen over the years are in technology. At the Romer’s location there was only one classroom with a computer. Even when they moved into the new campus on Wagner, all rooms were wired for computers but only three had them. Before the move they had to call Piqua long distance to enroll a student in a class… “being able to connect online was new technology at the time.” One of her fondest memories was doing a fake Egyptian ‘archeological dig’ behind the Edison building in 2004. Her husband, Bruce, brought a truckload of sand and her work study assistant Justin Tuco made artifacts for the students to ﬁnd. She also had some copper bracelets and junk jewelry mixed in. “We used sifting and documenting, the proper technique for a dig,” she said. “Justin also made a ‘mummy’… it was pretty awesome.” Michael said she would be back in the summer as an online adjunct. The end-of-semester carryins was something she didn’t want to miss. “I really enjoyed them,” she said. “It was a good time to kick back, knowing we survived another 15 and a half weeks.”

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NEWS Med Tech

Engineering

Students showcase C-Tech program GREENVILLE – The Med Tech Program instructed by Emily Powers, Engineering Program instructed by Chris Sykes, and CIS Program instructed by Nate Sharp and Bob Warner

showcased their programs at the annual Ohio School Boards Conference held in Columbus this November. The students did a great job of representing Greenville CTC with pride.

Computer Information Systems

C-Tech students of the month named Joining Sierra Forte (center) for the check presentation is Dr. Gordon (right) and Mr. Warner (left).

Warner is Forte’s favorite teacher

GREENVILLE – Dr. Gordon of Gordon Orthodontics donated $100 to Mr. Warner’s class. Sierra Forte’s entered her favorite teacher, Mr. Warner,

in Gordon Orthodontics monthly favorite teacher drawing. Greenville Technology Center extended a thank you to Dr. Gordon and Sierra.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville CTC has announced its students of the month for October are Paige Lavy and Macayla Mendoza. Paige is a member of the Engineering Program and has represented the Career Tech programs at various schools in Darke County along with presenting at the OSBA Capital Conference. Her positive attitude and pride is a great example for her peers. Her in-

structor for Engineering is Chris Sykes. Macayla is a senior student in the Careers with Children’s Program. She is a great role model for the juniors in the program, volunteers many hours to help the pre-school students after school, and develops new exciting activities for the children to do. Her instructor for the Careers with Children program is Amy Schoen.

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Shown are Paige Lavy and Macayla Mendoza.

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CIS teams compete in virtual challenge GREENVILLE – Three teams from the Greenville CIS program recently competed in a virtual team challenge sponsored by Deloitte. The challenge is a real-time, multi-user business simulation that is played over the course of several weeks by high school students throughout North America. The students face business tasks and challenges that simulate the real-world experiences of professional services employees like the people with careers at Deloitte. The challenge revolves around an oil spill in a virtual world. The students must interact with the avatars in the virtual world to aid in the relief efforts of a city to recover from the disaster. Based on the interactions with the avatars and research

in the virtual library and newspapers, they must make sound business decisions on hiring companies. Each student is assigned one of four rolls on the team. The rolls are: Fast Tracker: Responsible for Support Services including decisions about hiring emergency services and logistics vendors to make sure the cleanup runs smoothly. Smooth Operator: Responsible for Media and Volunteer Management including decisions about a hiring public relations ﬁrm and a spokesperson for the cleanup so that support-donations from the public adequately fund the cleanup. Grime Stopper: Responsible for the physical aspects of the environmental cleanup including hiring oil spill

containment, recovery and disposal vendors. If the cleanup is environmentally effective, New City will be saved and the team will receive the most support-donations from the public. Green Machine: Responsible for crisis administration including hiring vendors to write the disaster assessment document and handle legal and compliance issues. There were over 600 teams in the national competition. Team Super Troopers (Allen Burden, Danielle Liebherr, Max Muir, and Matthew Oiler) raised $181,500 virtual dollars for the relief effort, placing 16th in North America. This is the highest place Greenville has received in the yearly contest which started in

2008. Team FiddlerMiddler (Maleigha Day, Sierra Forte, Dalton Jones, and Joseph Miller) raised $168,080 virtual dollars for the relief effort, placing 40th in North America.

Team ARIHCC (Darin Gusek, James Hardy, and Blake Peters) raised $166,973 virtual dollars for the relief effort, placing 44th in North America. The CIS program at Greenville High School is

taught by Nathan Sharp and Robert Warner. For more information about the CIS program at Greenville High School, contact Jon McGreevey, CT Director at 548-4188 extension 847.

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Anderson elected to National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation board

Jim Anderson

GREENVILLE – Jim Anderson, automotive instructor at Greenville Career Technology Center, was elected to the position of Vice Chairman at NATEF (Nation-

al Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) board of trustees at the fall board meeting. The meeting was held in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. on Nov. 17-20. Anderson

has been a trustee for the past six years. NATEF develops training standards and accredits automotive programs throughout the nation. This orga-

nization works closely with ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) and the Automotive Industry to assure education is staying current with technology as vehicles

evolve. Anderson will assume his role January 2015 and will transition to Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the 2016 year.

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Citizen of the Year nominations taken VERSAILLES – Each January the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce (VACC) recognizes and awards a citizen with the distinction of being named “Citizen of the Year.” The awards ceremony is the predominate purpose of their annual banquet and is open to the public. Nominations for this award are obtained from the community. Every community has humanitarian minded and dedicated individuals. Versailles has been able to boast of many such individuals, as well as many grass roots organizations that have united Versailles. Versailles could not be progressive without such individuals. The responsibility of nominating peers is an open privilege of signiﬁcant importance. The VACC relies on these nominations as they compile and review the letters for an informed recommendation of names to be pre-

sented on the ballot. Winner of the Citizen of the Year award is decided by a majority vote from the VACC Board of Directors. Many candidates have been overlooked, either because a letter was not submitted on their behalf or because all the facts were not presented within the letter of recommendation. “It’s a shame that more people get overlooked than receive this award, but without the participation of friends, neighbors, coworkers, and in general, fellow citizens they cannot be a prospect,” said one director. Although there is no limit on the length or number of nomination letters it is best to concentrate on providing facts, details, various viewpoints and other pertinent information to give the committee a thorough understand of your nominee. Also, never assume a past nomination letter is sufﬁcient, always resubmit your person’s

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History of Christmas

BRADFORD – The History of Christmas Celebrations and Symbols will be presented by Bradford historian Sue Vickroy on Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m., at the Bradford Public Library. This event is for all ages and refreshments will be served. Begin your Christmas season with this informative and pleasant background experience on diverse populations around the world and how Christmas is celebrated. Sign up by calling the library at 448-2612.

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From Deb and Ambrosia’s Wildflowers are Deb Davidson-Smith, WIA participant Ashley Banis, and Ambrosia Ayette.

Teens and young adults get work experience through WIA NEW MADISON – This past summer the Gateway Youth Program partnered with several local businesses and organizations to implement the Work Experience Program, which is designed for teens and young adults to acquire work experience, skills training, support services and career planning, through the WIA Youth Program of Darke County. Gateway would like to thank the following businesses for impacting the youth through this program: Arcanum Public Library, Community Action Partnership, Council on Rural Services, Darke County Chapter American Red Cross, Deb & Ambrosia’s Wildﬂowers, Main Street Greenville, New Madison Public Library, and Staffmark. These businesses mentored youth for eight weeks in an employment setting that was related to their personal career goals. During this program, Ashley Banis worked with Deb & Ambrosia’s Wildﬂowers in New Madison and New Madison Public Library. Prior to the Work Experience Program, Ashley had never held em-

ployment, let alone been through an interview. Ashley had little idea what to expect from herself, or an employer. Ashley learned many transferable skills. These include customer service skills, multitasking, organization, working independently, showing initiative, filing, and skills related to counting money and completing business transactions. When asked to sum up her experience, Ashley said “I learned about patience and how it’s okay to make mistakes. I enjoyed working at both sites so much it almost didn’t feel like work. I have grown more confident in myself.” There are not many better ways to introduce a young person to the world of work and create a positive attitude towards employment. When the host sites were asked about their experience, Deb & Ambrosia’s Wildflowers said, “We want her to stay! She has a very bright future ahead of her and we are so happy we have been a part of it!” Brenda Miller, from New Madison Public Library remarked that “It was a wonderful experience, watching Ashley grow as an em-

ployee. I encourage other businesses to support WIA initiatives in the future.” You can help jump start a youth like Ashley towards reaching their career goals! If you would like to help area young people learn necessary job skills, call today to ﬁnd out how you can volunteer with Gateway and the WIA Youth Program of Darke County or if you are interested in enrolling in the WIA Youth Program you can reach Kathy Kenworthy, youth advocate, at 548-8002. WIA Youth Program works as part of the Gateway Youth Program and is funded by the Department of Labor/Workforce Investment Act through Darke County Department of Job and Family Service and the Darke County Commissioners. If you would like to know more about other Gateway Youth Programs in Darke County check the web at www.councilonruralservices.org or call and speak with Ruth Barga, support specialist, at 548-8002. Gateway Youth Programs and WIA Youth Programs is part of Council on Rural Services … programs for innovative learning.

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Grant will seed Ansonia greenhouse

DCCA Artists Series Sponsors Jim & Enid Goubeaux with Keith Rawlins, Artistic Director and Andrea Jordan, Executive Director of the Darke County Center For the Arts.

Goubeauxs sponsor DCCA performances GREENVILLE – Darke County Center for the Arts recognized Jim and Enid Goubeaux for their contributions to the DCCA 2014-2015 season. The Goubeauxs are Angel members of DCCA, and are sponsors of two Artists Series performances including winner of the prestigious American Traditions Competition, Joshua Carswell, who performed Oct. 11 and The Toledo Symphony Orchesta’s A Night at the Oscars on April 25, 2015. “On behalf of Darke County Center for the Arts, I want to express our appreciation of Jim and Enid Goubeaux and their patronage to the arts in Darke County. The Goubeauxs have been long time supporters of DCCA, and its mission of providing cultural enrichment and the preservation of St. Clair Memorial Hall as an important cultural center for the community,” stated Andrea Jordan, DCCA executive director. Darke County is fortunate to have a vibrant arts presence, thanks largely to individual supporters, including Jim and Enid Goubeaux, who help make our community a great place to live. “We are very pleased to support DCCA, its programming, and the cultural beneﬁts it brings to our community. Right on DCCA,” shared and en-

thusiastic Jim Goubeaux. Toledo Symphony Orchestra will present favorite and award winning film scores, which stimulate emotions and enhance the story of classics from Lawrence of Arabia, The Adventures of Robin Hood, and Star Wars, to West Side Story and Gone with the Wind. The concert, the final performance of DCCA’s 2014-2015 Artists Series, begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30. Tickets for the Artists Series performances can be reserved by contacting DCCA at 547-0908 or purchased at DCCA’s office located within Greenville Public Library, as well as online at www. CenterForArts.net. Tickets will also be available at the door prior to the performance. Greenville Federal and Ami McClurkin also sponsor the Toledo Symphony Orchestra. DCCA performances are presented with additional support from the Ohio Arts Council, which helps fund, the programs with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. DCCA also receives operating support from the Harry D. and Esther Stephens Memorial as well as funding from the Ketrow Foundation and Lydia E. Schaurer Memorial Trust Fund.

ANSONIA – Money doesn’t grow on trees, but Future Farmers of America (FFA) students at Ansonia High School know how to turn it into “seed” for a blossoming business project. Community Blood Center (CBC) awarded Ansonia a $1,000 High School Leadership Grant for its FFA-sponsored blood drives and that money is already at work “growing” the Ansonia FFA Greenhouse. CBC awards grants to the top two high schools in its 15-county service area with the highest percentage of students eligible to donate who support campus blood drives. During the 2013-14 academic year AHS had 139 percent of enrollment participating in campus blood drives, second only to Bradford High School with 144 percent. A high school must host at least two CBC blood drives to be considered for a Leadership Grant. Ansonia hosted ﬁve with all the blood drives sponsored by the FFA and coordinated by FFA advisors Brad Lentz and Jennifer Knick. “You are excellent in blood drive participation,” CBC Donor Relations Manager Tracy Morgan said as she presented the grant award at Ansonia’s Thursday, Oct. 23 blood drive. “Last year you had 196 donors present to give blood and your 175 donations helped save up to 525 lives. Plus, donors and helpers contributed almost 200 hours of community service. We’re proud of you and we hope you’re proud of yourselves.” “I think that has a lot to do with Mr. Lentz and Ms. Knick, and it’s a super effort by the (FFA) chapter,” said

Principal Stephen Garman. “ T h e y have a way of putting students in charge and it’s up to t h e m to put things in place with just a little leadership from up top.” Ansonia FFA accepts grant funds from the Community Blood Center. “The community service coming. That’s a good were all grant winners despite being among hours are an incentive, day!” the smallest schools in Ansonia High School, and the kids always like to do it,” said FFA ad- Bradford High School, CBC’s 15-county service visor Brad Lents. “We and Horizon Science area. don’t usually have a Academy in Dayton hard time getting slots Providing Quality Service ﬁlled up.” That was for Over 30 Years! true again Thursday, as Ansonia hosted its second blood drive of the new school year. The and result was 42 registraASSOCIATES tions and 30 donations for 113 percent of the Fire, Smoke, Water • Cleaning collection goal. & Wind Restoration FAA student leader• Painting ship has been an im• Construction portant part of blood • Home/Basement drive success, and the Ansonia FFA GreenRemodeling house. “The FFA runs • Residential & Commercial it,” said Brad. “It’s a fall Carpet Cleaning and spring retail garden center with about eight 937.548.0167 • 866-268-0167 to 10 students selling 400 different kinds of The Early Bird’s plants. It does $50 to OCTOBER CARRIER OF THE MONTH 60,000 worth of business a year.” The grant money is already at work, helping fund expansion of the retail and storage space. Brad says the renovation will make the greenhouse more inviting to its already loyal customers from Delivers to 60-65 homes each week Ansonia and neighborin New Weston. ing communities. He has been doing the route for over 10 years. He enjoys “This made my day,” meeting the people in the town as he delivers The Early Bird. He occasionally gets help on his route from his dad. Brad said about the Dalton makes sure the paper is put on the residents’ porch new source of funding He had no complaints on his route in Oct. for the FFA project. and was randomly chosen to receive a $25 Chamber of Commerce Gift Certiﬁcate. “We didn’t know it was

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The Village of Arcanum, Darke County, Ohio, will accept sealed bids until 11:00 AM on the 17th day of December 2014 for the rental of a total of approximately 31 acres of farm ground, more or less (parcel #’s P560-308-17-00-00-20100; P56-0-308-16-00-00-30500; and P59-2-308-0901-02-109-02 ). 26 acres of this farmland contains Village water wells, and is located approximately one and one-half miles south of the Village of Arcanum. Previous year’s crop was beans on all parcels. Bidders shall state the bid price per acre. No bid less than $150.00 will be acceptable. Chemicals limited for use. Only Round Up is acceptable.

SOUTH FARM CASH RENT The Board of Darke County Commissioners will be receiving (per acre) sealed bids until 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, December 10, 2014, for land rent of the County’s South Farm, commonly known as Darke County Infirmary (aka County Home Farm) tillable acres are measured at appr. 84 acres. Specifications may be picked up at the Commissioner’s Office, 520 S. Broadway, Greenville, OH. Robin Blinn, Administrative Clerk/ Secretary DARKE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

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FOR RENT LAND CONTRACT OR RENT, 3 BR home w/cathedral ceilings. Large yard. Garage. New paint & flooring. $2500 down, $654.61/mo or rent for $625/mo. 1161 Shawnee Dr, Wayne Lakes. 937-547-9871

IN GETTYSBURG, Half double at 302 E Main. 2 bedrooms. Washer/dryer hookup. $350 per month plus $350 security deposit plus utilities. Water $43 minimum per month. NO PETS AND NO SMOKING! Call 548-9940 for rental application

Administrative Coordinator

EUM Church is looking to hire a part-time, 30 hours/ week, Administrative Coordinator position. This person will be responsible for administrative duties such as creating flyers, brochures, forms and postcards, answering phones and greeting guests, ordering and stocking supplies, and maintaining office equipment. This person will work closely with ministry leaders and staff, and must be approachable, teachable and proactive, encompass great communication skills, organizational and administrative skills, as well as attend worship at EUM Church. Administrative experience with an Associate degree or equivalent is expected with proficiency in Word, Excel and Publisher. Friendly individuals should submit their resume to jobs@eumchurch.org.

The YMCA of Darke County is hiring a Childcare Director

Candidate must have two years of college and three years of childcare center experience. Competitive wages, commensurate with experience. Send resume to mpaulus@ymcadarkecounty.org or apply at either Darke County branch.

Body Technician

Custom Creations Body Shop is currently seeking an experienced auto body technician & painter to join our team. We need someone who has experience with general body repair procedures, as well as frame repair and minor mechanical work. Must have your own tools. We work Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. This is a full time position. Please stop in with a resume, any certifications, and references or drop us an e-mail at customcreationsbs@embarqmail.com 5098 Hollansburg Arcanum Rd. Arcanum, OH 45304 Custom Creations Body Shop

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FOR RENT 2 BR, 2 bath w/attached garage, patio and additional storage in Greenville. Appliances & lawn care included. Close to park. No pets. $530/mo, $530 deposit. 937-459-0233

FOR RENT 207 Tillman. 3 BR half 2 BR, 1 ½ bath town- double. $490/mo + house on north side deposit. 459-7377 of Greenville. Sec- Clean upstairs one onds from Wagner BR apt in Greenville Ave. No pets. Range, with stove & refrig. Dishwasher, lawn No smoking. No pets. Arcanum area, nice 2 East of Grnvl, very BR ranch apt. Electric nice 2 BR with W/D 3 BR 1/2 double, care & snow removal 548-6209 Private heat, W/D hookup, hookup. No pets. close uptown Green- provided. carpet & range. Stor- References needed. ville. Freshly painted. Patio. Washer/Dryer 233 Victoria Ave, $400 + deposit. 548- hookup. Tenant pays Greenville. 3 BR, 1 Willow Place Apart- age shed. No pets. $395/mo. 621-2122 utilities. $515/mo. bath. A/c. Fenced ments - We’re better $450/mo + deposit Very nice 2 BR apt 8269 yard. No pets. No 937-459-2269 than ever! 3 bed- & utilities. 937-854- near park, W/D unit, Large 2 BR apt, smoking. $550 + $550 rooms, 1.5 baths. 2719 appliances, trash, ground level. $500, 2 BR house in Green- deposit. 548-4297 Call 937-316-8025 or Super nice 2 BR brick off-street parking pro- includes electric, wa- ville. W/d hookup. No Must see-clean 1 937-316-8489. Equal ranch double in Gnvl. vided. No pets. 305 ter, stove, refrig, wi-fi. Pets. 937-547-1986 level country apt 3 Housing Opportunity. 2 car garage. 2 baths. Miami Circle Dr, #11, New Madison. 564Nice 3 BR 2-story miles from PalesStorage for personal A/C & appliances. Gnvl. $450/mo. 937- 1402 older home in Gnvl. tine & 8 miles from and business use. Lawn & snow removal 547-9871 1 bath downstairs. Gnvl. Tri-Village SD. Roommate wanted, Penske Truck Rent- provided. No pets, no WAREHOUSE STOR- 3 BR home south of Laundry room. Nice 2 BR, 1 bath, launals. Call Greenville smoking. $700/mo. AGE, 3500 sq ft clear- Greenville. $75/week carpet. Off-street dry room, kitchen w/ Stor and Lock. 548- 937-548-2397 w/storage pantry, large living span, easy access. or $250/mo. 638- parking 1075, 5328 Michelle Remodeled 2 BR du- 548-6058 shed. $575/mo + de- room. Lawn care pro5184 St. posit. 548-4113 plex, W/D unit, fridge, 2 BR, 2 bath apt. vided. $300/mo, $300 1 story home in Anstove, off-street park$600/mo + deposit. 2 sonia. 2 BR, 1 bath, Ranch house in deposit. A bargain & In Greenville, 3 BR house, 1 car de- ing. Lawn care pro- car garage. Central garage, new living Greenville. 2 BR, 1 much nicer than livtached garage. 211 vided. No pets. $375/ air. W/d hookup. Stove room carpet. $525/ bath. New carpet. Ga- ing in town. Ideal for Harrison Ave. Newly mo. 401 Smith St, An- included. Yard care mo & deposit. 937- rage. Nice location. elderly couple. 9973633 or 997-2101 remodeled inside. sonia. 937-547-9871 provided. No Pets. 548-8613 $525. 564-1169 $550/deposit, $550/ 2 BR apt. with ga- 700 Berkshire, GreenBig 3 BR house, mo. 937-564-4126 rage. $450 +utilities ville. 937-423-2604 Greenville. $550/mo GREENVILLE AREA Spacious 2-Bedroom + deposit. No pets. 2 BR, 1.5 bath house + deposit. 937-459548-5585 in Ansonia, OH. W/D Duplex, Dining Room, 3304 W ST RT 571 2779 Garage. 4 BR, 1 Bath 2+ car garage on 3.59 acres. Greenville, $475, (1st 2 BR house, Ansonia. Hookup, 314 W 4TH ST. & 2nd floor), Stove, $450. No Pets. Water $550 Deposit, $550/ 7 yr old Duplex in mo. 937-417-7240 Arcanum. Large liv2 Units with each having 2 bedrooms. Refrigerator, W&D paid. 937-337-7404 ing room, 2 BR, 2 full hookup. 417-7147 ARCANUM AREA baths, kitchen w/all after 3pm appliances included. 6461 ST RT 722 STOP BY & CHECK THESE OUT! 2 BR apt. w/fridge/ 2 car garage. W/d 4 BR, 2 Bath country home on 2 acres. stove. W/D hookup. OPEN SUNDAY DECEMBER 7TH hookup. Central heat/ 3601 ARCANUM BEARS MILL RD 1 car garage. Quiet air. 692-5278 or 4594 BR, 2.5 Bath plus a 30’x30’ outbuilding. 304 S. HIGH ST. ARCANUM, OH neighborhood. No 2172 OPEN 1-2:30 NEW MADISON AREA pets. All electric. A/C. This 3 bedroom 1 and ½ bath has been a family 503 North St, Arca547-9025, 459-2488 home for years and will be perfect for your 238 S MAIN ST. num. 2 BR double, family for years to come. Newer vinyl flooring 4 BR, 1 Bath nicely renovated home. COMMERCIAL W/D hookup. $390/ and paint throughout. Newer ceramic tile and RUSH RD SPACE for rent. Great marble shower surround in the bathroom. A mo + deposit. 93720 more or less acres of bare land. wood picket fence surrounds the back yard location on East Main 750-0741 Don’t see what you are looking for? which includes a shed. Step in from the patio St, high visibility. Call Give us a call, we have plenty more and into the large family room that is perfect for In Gnvl, large 3 BR for more details, 548located in Ohio & Indiana. gatherings. (110390) apt. Living/dining 5264 Stop in for your personal tour with room. 1.5 baths. ApFirst Choice REALTOR® Missy Rosenbeck. 1 BR clean apt close pliances incl. All elecRealty 224 CEDAR UNION CITY, OH uptown Greenville. tric. Water, trash paid. OPEN 1-2:30 The Right Choice Heat, water, stove No pets, no smoking. Nicely updated 2 bedroom home with newly 1400 Wagner Ave. & fridge furnished. 548-5464 $595/mo. 614-205Greenville, OH 45331 refinished hardwood floors. Newer roof, gutters, $275 + deposit. 548www.cbfirstchoice.com 1209 and vinyl soffits. Full basement, large enclosed 8269 front porch, chain link fenced back yard, and 2-car

1 BR efficiency apt. Furnished, utilities included. $425/mo, $200 deposit. No Pets. Must have references. 937-4175128 3 BR double, like new, in Greenville. No pets. W/D hookup. 937-547-1986

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Continental Carbonic is looking for an Assistant Fleet Manager at our Greenville, OH facility. Previous transportation experience is not a required for this role. We are looking for someone who has great computer and communication skills, customer service focused and able to think outside of the box to meet our customer’s needs. This is an opportunity to be involved in the distribution operation at a 24/7 fast-paced manufacturing environment.

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• Coordinate distribution of Dry Ice & Liquid CO2 products • Assign drivers according to customer requests in compliance with DOT regulations • Aid in enforcing safety initiatives based on DOT regulations, and company policies • Develop and maintain strong customer service relationships with customers • Document and communicate any customer service failures • Assist with ﬂeet maintenance scheduling • Maintain and reconcile any weekly or monthly reporting

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Nice 2 BR half double in Gnvl. W/D hookup. Stove & refrig provided. No pets, no smoking. $400/mo. 937-548-2397

FOR RENT Union City 3br/1ba brick ranch, $500. 997-2000 photos at outpostenterprises. com

detached garage with overhead storage. Clean and ready for you to move in. (110551) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Rita Phillips.

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116 MEADOW LANE - In the park at end of street this 2 bedroom brick ranch is selling at AUCTION Dec 17, 2014! ---------------------------------------------------14 ACRES M/L located behind Kings Drive! Development potential! $11,000 per acre BETWEEN GREENVILLE AND RICHMOND at 1289 New Garden Road is a 4-5 bedroom home with lots of updates! Wood-burning stove; 2 car detached garage; PLUS outbuildings! Mature trees on 1.7 acre lot! $116,500 IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE at 114 Ft. Jefferson Road is a 1½ story, 4 bedroom home! Natural woodwork; oak cabinets in kitchen; 2½ car detached garage PLUS storage shed! Mid 60’s IN ARCANUM this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home at 706 W. North Street has 2½ car attached garage; fenced back yard; utility shed; mature trees! Upper 60’s NEAR ANSONIA at 5088 Riffle Road is a 2-story brick home updated with new roof in 2013; upgraded septic in 2014, 24x24 detached garage. Upper 60’s IN WOODBRIAR ESTATES there are 2 lots on 5K Avenue! Each 140’x175’. Both for $29,900. YES, THEY CAN BE BUILT ON! 8 ACRES M/L with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 163 St. Rt. 726! Cherry cabinets and island in kitchen; double fireplace; skylights; 2 bay windows; “rocking chair” wrap around porch! Over 2800 sq. ft. of living area plus FULL basement! $199,900 IN ANSONIA at 501 Smith Street is a 3 bedroom, 1½ bath brick ranch with 1½ car attached garage. Newer roof; total electric. Upper 60’s 5 ACRES M/L with this 2-story home at 4560 Grubbs-Rex Road has newer septic system; 36x80 barn; corner lot with mature trees! Upper 70’s JUST NORTH OF GREENVILLE at 5300 Oliver Road is a 4 bedroom home that has been updated and well maintained! Enclosed porch; 2 car detached garage. Upper 90’s 5 ACRES M/L with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on FULL basement at 8808 US Rt. 127! 2 barns, one with concrete floor, 2 overhead doors, electric and bathroom. $149,000 IN WAYNE LAKES AT 1180 East Drive is a 2 bedroom home WOODED, CORNER LOT! Corner fireplace; attached garage. Mid 50’s APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; grass; trees and sidewalks. Mid 30’s 8 ACRES M/L surrounds this 2-story home at 6975 Jaysville-St. Johns Road! Updated with new counter tops in kitchen; new furnace and central air; FULL, finished basement; in-ground pool and small barn. $222,000 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY 60x75 Commercial Building with 4 overhead doors; 4 acres M/L at 5250 Meeker Road! $197,000

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In Greenville, 2 BR house, 1 car detached garage. Fenced in yard. 225 Hall St. $500/deposit, $500/mo. 937-5644126

NEW LISTING! ONE STORY HOME with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Enclosed porch. Roof is 10 years old, kitchen paint & vinyl 10 years old. Exterior paint is 3 years old. New electrical panel (100 amp), Porch 11x11 (110729) NEW LISTING! Nice 3 bedroom ranch home sits on half acre at the edge of town. Updates include kitchen counter tops, vinyl flooring, carpet and heat pump/ac. (110744) NEW LISTING! Not your ordinary ranch. Cathedral ceiling with skylights in the living room really brighten this space. Crown molding with dental detail accentuates the Living room, Dining area and Kitchen. Kitchen offers an abundance of cupboard and counter space. Located in a very nice, quiet neighborhood on the north side of Greenville. (110718) NEW PRICE! Immediate possession! Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath and enclosed patio to enjoy. Home offers newer replacement windows, carpet, vinyl and invisible fen (110463) NEW PRICE! Located Close to Town, Live in the Country! This well maintained brick ranch sits on 1.64 acres with a view of the golf course from the front and countryside from the back. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, utility room. Kitchen has breakfast bar with dining area. Open concept living room and family room with vaulted ceilings, gas log fireplace. Covered patio, 2 car attached garage, 10x16 Utility Bldg. (110622) A FEW FINISHING TOUCHES you could own this completely updated move in ready home. Updates include new flooring throughout in 2010. Downstairs bathroom, bay window, and new sidewalks all in 2011. Upstairs bathroom remodeled in 2013, freshly repainted throughout. This property was at one time a duplex which could very easily be converted back. Home offers half acre lot and all appliances new in 2010 stay! (110356) SPECTACULAR MASTERPIECE nestled amongst giant trees. Fabulous 5 bedroom home boasts 12,000+sf that includes the finished walkout basement. Owner’s suite so beautiful you will not want to leave in the morning. Home designed to provide stellar views from every angle through the large walls of glass. Enjoy the multiple outside seating areas that all overlook the private waterfalls and Greenville Creek. Many custom features make this home impossible to describe, see our website for all pictures and details. (110349) THIS NICELY UPDATED HOME sits just outside of Greenville and features 2 acres of land. The home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths and a large barn. This property has the space for all your 4H projects yet still close to town. Don’t miss out on this one it must be seen to appreciate. (110579) THE MAJOR UPDATES have been completed to this 3 bedroom brick ranch home. All new interior paint. Awaiting your personal touches to finish and call home. (110585) SPACIOUS CAPE COD HOME offers over 2400 sf of living space for your enjoyment. Large living room opens to the kitchen and dining area. Kitchen has hickory cabinets and an abundance of counter space. Breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the dining area. Owner suite located on the main floor. Private backyard, open enough for the kids to play or the pets to roam. 30’x24’ detached garage. (110278) PRESTIGIOUS HOME! Offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, beautiful eatin kitchen, formal living and dining rooms, family room with fireplace, roomy study, fabulous Florida room and 2 car attached garage. Two brick paver patios and driveway. (109231) A VERY COMFORTABLE four bedroom two bath home in Union City, has been updated and maintained very well. Spacious kitchen and all rooms down in very good condition. Three large bedrooms up in good shape but not updated for a few years. Includes summer/sunroom, plenty of garage space, one and one half car attached with room for work area or storage and Two car detached garage can also be used for shop or storage. (110229) ROOMIER THAN IT APPEARS!! Ranch home has 3 bedrooms. Living room, eat-in kitchen and a bonus room that could be used for an office, family room or rec room. Sits on half acre, above ground pool is negotiable. (110462) REAL NICE, WELL kept 2 bedroom home. Nice kitchen- oak cabinets, newer water heater, big bath and laundry combo. Big bedroom closets. Good carpeting, nice big backyard. Covered front porch. Real nice starter home. (110292) COME HOME TO THIS 1 BEDROOM, 1 bath home and relax by fishing in the shared private pond in your backyard, in Wayne Lakes. Solid home with a front and back porch. (110322) GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO PARK ENTRANCE. This 3 bedroom offers newer paint, windows, carpet, vinyl and appliances including washer (106043) and dryer. Also, 1.5 car attached garage, plus carport. BACK UP THE MOVING TRUCK, all the updates have been done. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been completely remodeled! Offers new vinyl replacement windows, new metal roof and sheeting. New gutters, new entry doors, furnace, hot water heater and 200 amp electric breaker box. Brand new kitchen with island, all new flooring and interior freshly painted. Possession at closing! (110404)

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IMMACULATE! 1-ST home w/2 BR, LRM & DRM. All appliances included (washer & dryer, too). Newer 2-car detached garage! MLS 555816 #4282 IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY! 2-ST brick home. LRM. 3 BR. 1½ BA. 30x40 bonus rm upstairs. 15x15 workshop out back. Half acre lot. MLS 594435 #4452 IN ARCANUM! 1½-ST vinyl sided home. 3 BR. Oak cabinets. Pergo flooring in KIT. Updated BA w/whirlpool tub. LRM. FRM. MLS 590292 #4396 AFFORDABLE! 2-ST aluminum sided hothouse w/3 BR, 1 BA. LRM. Vinyl double pane windows. 1-car detached garage. Needs additional repair. MLS 591933 #4445 IN NEW MADISON! 2-ST “double”. 3 BR, 1 BA & 1-car garage for each unit. Vinyl siding & replacement windows. Large landscaped back yard. MLS 596629 #4419 EXCELLENT brick ranch in Pitsburg. 3 BR, 2 BA. LRM & FRM. Oak KIT cabinets. All appliances stay. Screened patio overlooking large lot – several mature trees. MLS 597002 #4418 RECENTLY REDUCED! Investment Opportunity! Great location near restaurants, shopping! 2-unit rental property zoned Central Business. MLS 598464 #4446

REAL ESTATE LENDER ORDERED SALE! 10 acres - $29,900 Trout stream, woods, apple trees, twn rd, utils, EZ terms! Priced $30K below market! 888738-6994 or newyorklandandlakes. com

10 tillable acres on Fraziers Rd, Twin Twp. $8,000/acre. Trump Realty 6785687 CATSKILL MTN SHORT SALE! 108 acres - $189,900 Mtn views, new well, fields, woods, subdividable! Twn rd, utils! $200K under market! Fin avail! 888-4317214 Newyorklandandlakes.com HELP WANTED Responsible individuals needed to deliver Early Birds in all areas of the county. We have walking & motor routes available. If you are interested, please contact Becky S. at 937-547-0851 and leave your name, address & phone number, if no answer Truck driver wanted. CDL required. Local & some overnight delivery. Some hand unloading. Call 937367-1072 Responsible individuals needed to insert Early Birds. If you are interested please call 937-547-0851. If no answer please leave your name, address, and telephone number where you may be reached Wanted: Experienced Cook. Apply at 416 Martin St, Greenville. No Phone Calls AUTOMOTIVE 1998 Ford Crown Victoria LX. Call only after 5PM. 937-4175850

2002 Ram Crew 4x4 $7995. 2002 Envoy, 78,000 $6995. 2003 GMC 2500 HD, 109,000 $12,995. 2003 Yukon $7995. 2003 Expedition $6495. 2006 Escape, 5 speed $5495. 2006 Torrent $6195. 2005 Equinox AWD $6995. 2004 Aztek $4995. 2002 Rendezvous, 3rd row $4495. 2003 S10 ZR2 $4995. 2006 Silverado ext 4x4 $8995. 2006 Vue $6495. 2000 Jeep Cherokee $4195. 2007 Suburban LT $17,495. 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Track $11,995. 2006 Town & Country $6195. Buy - Sell - Trade! COUNTRY AUTO SALES 548-1337 HOUSEHOLD Smith Brothers of Berne living room sofa, like new. New Barns & Noble “Nook”. 937-547-0715

HOUSEHOLD Deep freezer, 7.5 cu. $100. Propane gas heater, 30,000 BTU, $125. Window elec. heater/AC unit combo, like new, $200. Kimball console piano, $350. 937-621-1843

FURNITURE SHOPPE 937-9686804. Clean treated used bedding: Kings $125, queens $100, king boxes $40. Nice table/4 chairs $100. 1 yr old electronic hospital bed ($1350 new) $400. Matching bedroom furniture $175. Dresser $50. LG front load washer $205. Kenmore like new washer $180. Amana dryer $130. Frigidaire refrig $225. Whirlpool side-byside $300. Upright freezer $150. Good Quality Furniture! Delivery Available $35

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FARM REAL ESTATE AUCTION

85 ACRES, NORTHERN MIAMI COUNTY DATE: Saturday, January 10, 2015 TIME: 10:00 a.m.

Location: 1355 E. Snodgrass Rd., Piqua, Ohio 45356 Directions: Co. Rd. 25A North of Piqua to Snodgrass Rd., Go East to sale site. “VERY NICE FARM”, 85.164 Acres, approximately 82 tillable. Road frontage on two roads. The property is improved with a one story farm house, older barns, and 2 bins. The property will be sold in one tract. Sale to be held on site. TERMS & CONDITIONS: $5,000.00 down the day of sale. Balance due in 30 days or on delivery of deed. Buyers to have financing approved prior to sale date. Owners have the right to accept or reject any or all bids. The property is being sold as is. OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, December 13, 2014 10:00 am - 1:00pm OWNER: LANE FARMS, LLC

AUCTIONEER/REALTOR MIKE HAVENAR SHIVELY REALTY 3452 Co. B U YS. H E RRd.E 25A  •PI-75 AYatHExit E R69E

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REPO AND BANKRUPTCY AUTO AUCTION SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2014, 9:00 A.M.

LOCATION: 415 SOUTH STREET, PIQUA, OHIO UPPER MIAMI VALLEY STORAGE SECOND NATIONAL BANK 2009 CHEVROLET IMPALA 2002 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 2003 CHEVROLET IMPALA 1999 DODGE RAM 1500 2001 FORD F250 2004 MAZDA 6 2002 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6 2014 POLARIS ATV 570 2013 FORD FIESTA MID OHIO ACCEPTANCE 2006 FORD FOCUS 2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2004 SATURN ION 2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2002 BUICK PARK AVENUE 2003 PONTIAC GR PRIX 2007 CHEVY UPLANDER CAR FINANCE COMPANY 2002 CHEV CAVALIER 2006 CHEV AVEO 2003 PONTIAC AZTEK 2001 DODGE DURANGO 2001 DODGE DURANGO GREENVILLE NATIONAL BANK 2007 CHEVY TAHOE UNITY NATIONAL BANK 2006 CHEV COBALT 2002 FORD SRW SUPER CAB 2004 TEXAS BRAGG TRAILER 2004 FORD MODEL HER ***************************************************** ALL UNITS SOLD 100% AS IS. ALL ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECIDENSE OVER ANY OTHER INFORMATION. NO CHILDREN UNDER 16 ALLOWED ON PREMISES. TERMS: CASH OR CASHIERS CHECK. NO CREDIT CARDS, NO PERSONAL CHECKS. WE DO NOT KNOW RUNNING CONDITION OF VEHICLES. ALL UNITS SOLD 100% AS IS.

For Information Call: 937 606-4743 Email: mike@mlh56.com

CHRISTMAS PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY – DECEMBER 13TH, 2014 - 10:00 A.M.

5862 KRUCKEBERG RD. GREENVILLE, OH 45331

DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton, Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – Now Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www.auctionzip.com, for pictures and enter auctioneer ID # 3426, click on the current auction date, click on bid now button to enter auction, register if you want to bid. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Convenience Fee applied to online bidders only. ALL NEW ITEMS- TOYS- TOY TRACTORS-BOYS AND GIRLS TOYS- NEW HOUSEHOLD ITEMS CHRISTMAS ITEMS- SMALL APPLIANCES-TOOLS-LARGE SELECTION OF MERCHANDISE TERMS: CASH or local checks w/proper ID. Visa & Master Card Accepted w/3% Clerk Fee. Auctioneer licensed in Ohio. Auction held INSIDE HEATED facility. We must collect sales tax.

REAL ESTATE AUCTION

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 17, 2014 - 6:00 P.M. 116 MEADOW LANE, GREENVILLE, OH 45331

Anthony Bayman, Auctioneer

937-606-0536 • 937-773-5702

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY DEC. 7TH, 2014 1:00 TO 2:30 P.M.

IT IS A WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR TO SELL YOUR HOME THROUGH DJ ROSE REALTY! 943 Brighton 3 SO BR ranch LD in Greenville 1241 Northmoor 3 BR ranch with SOLD basement 1278 Sugar Maple 3 BR Ranch with new PENDING Kitchen LD, priced to sell SO 305 Gray 2 Story home

SEE Your HOME sold Here 1120 Harrison BR Ranch ING in South end PE3ND 909 Harrison 11/2 story in Greenville LD SO South end SOLD 407 Scott Gordon

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DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton, Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 N. to 571 towards downtown Greenville. Turn right on Broadway, follow N. Broadway to Harmon and turn right. Turn left on Meadow Lane. (Watch for signs) Up for Auction is this 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home, Brick Ranch close to the Greenville City Park and the Greenville High School. This home offers a 12x20 Living Room, 12x13’6 Kitchen, and a 13’3x17’6 Family Room. This home has central gas and forced air, with an attached 1-car garage. Also featuring a patio on the back side of the home. TERMS: Buyer to pay $3000.00 down day of auction with the balance due at closing. Must sale for no less than 2/3 thirds of the $73,000 appraisal. Opening bid will start at $48,700. Closing shall be on or before February 1st, 2015. Buyer shall have possession of home day of closing. Seller will pay taxes up to day of closing using short form pro-ration method, Buyer to pay all taxes due & payable thereafter. Have your financing arranged & be prepared to buy. Call 937-547-3202 or 423-2656 or go to www.edwardsauctions.com for more details.

OWNER-TED WONDER, Dave Snider Guardian

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MISC. FOR SALE Firewood, cut & ready for delivery/pickup. $110/cord. Extra charge for delivery. 937-968-6774

Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide FURNACES $285 - Door. Anti-Slip Floors. While Supplies Last. American Made. InIncluded. TUNS 1-877-473- stallation Call 1-800-906-3115 8867 for $750 Off

MISC. FOR SALE Meat slicer, 12” blade, Chefmate by Globe, Acorn Stairlifts. The $250. 937-447-4925 AFFORDABLE soluMossburg 410 shot- tion to your stairs! gun, shells included. **Limited time -$250 $100 OBO. 947-1406 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct GSG5T Reddot rifle, & SAVE. Please call $275. Frans stock, 32, 1-800-410-7127 for ACP, $275. Panther FREE DVD and broAR15, Reddot scope, chure $750. 937-968-4846

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GARAGE SALES Sue’s Christmas Barn Sale, 7472 Beamsville-Webster Rd, Versailles, Sat, Dec. 13, 9-3: Christmas decorations, Santas, pottery, stoneware, primitives, antiques, primitive cabinets, painted furniture, antique sewing machine, Henn and Longaberger baskets, and lots of other items

CHRISTMAS SALE; 11879 Arlington Rd, between N County Ln Rd & BaltimorePhillipsburg Rd; Dec 11-12-13-14; 9-5pm; Handmade Christmas, stitcheries, antiques, gift items

GHS CLUBS COLLECT FOR FISH

Arcanum BOE

ARCANUM – The Arcanum-Butler Local Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Dec. 11, 7 p.m., in the Board of Education Ofﬁce.

FM BOE

PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe Local Board of Education will hold a meeting on Dec. 15, 8 p.m. The board will discuss and approve the calendar for the 2014-15 school year.

GREENVILLE - Greenville High School Student Council and Key Club were among hundreds of youngsters Trick-or-Treating Oct. 26, but their goal wasn’t candy. It was food for those in need. They collected 230.5 lbs. of canned goods and non-perishables. This was the sixth year the two clubs had worked together; approximately 15 students hit neighborhoods throughout Greenville. Delivering the food to FISH were (left to right) Erika Jeffers, Krutant Mehta, and Evan Kiser.

5K continues to help students Ronnie Kaugher

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PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2014 9:00AM 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 *DOORS OPEN AT 8:00AM*

THE ESTATE OF PAUL E. FANNON SR. Rita M. Fannon, Executor Matthew Pierron, Attorney. DC Case # 2014-1-183

THE ESTATE OF HELEN W. GEDDES John W. Deeter, Executor Daniel Schipfer, Attorney. DC Case # 2014-1-112 & Others

• TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • We must collect Sales Tax. • Visit us online at www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Good Food & Good Times Available on Site! • Open Friday, December 12th from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection. REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff Office: (937)316-8400

2014 MVCTC Education Foundation Pi Miler 5K Medal Winners.

support to both high school and adult students for career-specific materials and tools. Second, the Foundation dispenses “emergency needs” funds for situations that demand immediate attention and have exhausted all other resources. Third, the Foundation gives college scholarships annually to help students who want to go on to postsecondary education. The Mission of the MVCTC Education Foundation “is to assist students whose ﬁnancial or per-

sonal needs would prevent them from achieving an education and reaching their full potential. The belief of the Foundation is that as our students succeed, we all succeed as individuals and as a community.” Sponsors of the 2014 MVCTC Education Foundation include the following: Gold Level – $500 donation – Dayton Cincinnati Technology; Enginetics Aerospace; Garber Connect; Hupmans Lawn Care; ServiceMaster; and Woodyard Electric, Inc.

Silver Level – $250 donation – App Architecture; Henny Penny; The Ohlmann Group; and Red Tree Investment Group Bronze Level – $100 donation – A to Z Asphalt Contractors; New Creation Counseling Center; Phelan Insurance Agency, Inc.; and Sollman Electric Results from the “Pi Miler” 5K run/walk can be found at http:// www.keysports. net/results/2014 MVCTC5KOverall. htm. For more information about MVCTC, visit www.mvctc.com.

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Directions: We are located on the corners of ST RT 127 and ST RT 49 on the SOUTH side of Greenville, Ohio. Right off the exit Auction 1 Tuesday Dec 9th at 9:30 AM: Over 1000 pieces of Elegant depression glass in 275 lots from 1 single collector out of Springfield Ohio to include Cambridge- Heisey- Fostoria- Findley and other fine makers! Auction 2 Tuesday Dec 9th at 12:30 PM: and Over 400 lots of Quality Fenton Art Glass from the Lamptons- Kennedy and Colella. Auction 3 Wednesday Dec 10th at 9:30 AM: LARGE Fenton Glass Collection of the Mckeehans of KS. Over 500 lots! Auction 4 Wednesday Dec 10th at 10:00 AM: Fine Antiques and Collectibles Auction with many fine antiques porcelains glassware etc. Terms: Cash Check Visa MC Discover w 13% buyer premium. 3% discount for cash and check.

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Directions: Approx. 30 miles NORTH of Dayton, Ohio. From the intersection of S.R. 49 and U.S. 127 Bypass, take U.S. 127 NORTH approx. ¼ mile to Sebring-Warner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS ON SALE DAY) ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Lg. Gray Granite Coffee Pot; Mantle Clock; Beam Decanters; Wicker Fishing Basket; Wood Canes; Fair Canes; Wooden Shoes; Cub Scout Uniforms; 1 Gal. White Crock; #3 Crock w/ Lid; #5 Crock; A/C Spark Plug Adv. Rack; Early Dresser Set; Footed Cast Pot; #6 large Crock Jug (White); 10 Gal. Milk Can; Brass Carbon Light; several Oil Lamps; Early Clarinet (in case); Early Girls Roller Skates (in case); Early Composite Dolls; Doll Trunk; Doll Clothes; 1948 Calendar; Early Adv. Hand Fans; misc. Jewelry, Rings, Chains, Watches; Cig. Lighters; Hummel’s; Glassware; Pink Dep.; Lg. Beer Stein Collection. FURNITURE & APPLIANCES 3 Pc. Sofa, Love Seat, Chair (Tan); 3 Pc. Lamp & Coffee Table Set (Oak); 5 Pc. Knotty Pine Bedroom Suite, Queen Bed, Dresser w/ Mirror, 6 Drawer Chest, (2) Night Stands; Wicker Rocker; Whirlpool Side-By-Side Ref./Freezer w/ Water & Ice in door (Almond); Kenmore Elec. Washer (White); Maytag Elec. Dryer (White); Amana Microwave Oven; Whirlpool Upright Freezer; Frigidaire Ref./Freezer; Desk & Chair; nice Dirt Devil Upright Sweeper; Sony 32” Color TV; DVD & VCR Players, Speakers, Turntable; Banjo Barometer/ Thermometer; Standing & Table Lamps; (2) Parkland Patio Benches; 6’ Wood Picnic Table; 3 Pc. Wood Patio Set; BBQ Gas Grille; Oil Heaters; (2) Window A/C’s; Tempus Fugit Grandfather Clock; 6’ Oak Glass Door Lighted Display Cabinet; Oak Curved Glass Display Cabinet; Glass Door China Cupboard; several Chest of Drawers; Oak Dining Room Table & Chairs; Oak Dining Room Table & (6) Chairs; sm. Writing Desk; Smith Bros. (Berne, IN.) Floral Sofa (nice); 4 Pc. Oak Lamp & Coffee Tables; Marble Top Lamp Table; Standing Lamps; Maytag Elec. Washer & Dryer (White) (nice); Whirlpool Ref./Freezer (White) (nice); (3) sets of Lamp & Coffee Tables; Victorian Lamp Table; Roll Top Desk C-Roll; several Oak Wood Bar Stools. TOOLS & EQUIPMENT Popular Mechanics Rolling Tool Chest; Yard Machine 21” (gas) Snow blower; White 6 ½ H.P. 22” Cut Gas Walk Mower; Gas & Elec. Weed Eaters & Blowers; Wheel Barrow; Jumper Cables; 12 Volt Air Comp.; B&D Elec. Hedge Trimmers; B&D Elec. Sander; Sears Elec. Drill; Chicago Angle Grinder; Schauer Battery Charger; Dbl. Bench Grinder; Ridgid Pipe Wrenches; Pipe Clamps; 5000 Lb. Lift Floor Jack; Yard Spreader; Garden Tools; Garden Hoses; ¼” – 3/8” – ½” Sockets, Ratchets, Extensions; Open & Box Wrenches; Pliers; Stapler; Pop Riveter; Hammers; Ax; Hand Saws; Bottle Jack; Bolts; Nuts; Nails; Hwd.; Tarps; Alum. Ext. Ladder; Metal Shelves; Work Bench; Yard Tools; Saw Horses; Adj. Wrenches; Drill Bits; C-Clamps; Mag Light; Drop Lights; Creeper; Hand & Power Tools; Ext. Ladders. GUNS Taurus 38 Spec. Revolver w/ case (new in box) 38 Spec. Ammo; Buck BB Rifle. MISC. 12 Piece Nativity Scene w/ Manger; Schwinn 20” (Point Beach) Bicycle (like new); Coleman Camping Stove & Lanterns; Galv. Wash Tub; Igloo & Sports Coolers; Tackle Box w/ Inventory; Fishing Poles & Reels; Kodak 35 MM Camera; Olympus 35 MM Camera w/ extra Lens & Case; Cobra Radar Detector; Binoculars; Bowl & Pitcher; Westminster Swan & Flower Hummingbird; Radio’s; Sleeping Bags; Board Games; Toys; Baskets; Granite Roaster; several NASCAR Semi’s; Elec. Kitchen Appliances; several Fishing Poles & Reels; 14’ Chinook Poly Kayak; misc.

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ENGLEWOOD – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Education Foundation held the seventh annual “Pi Miler” 5K run/walk on Sept. 27. Thanks to the participants and many sponsors of the event, all proceeds will benefit MVCTC students. The MVCTC Education Foundation was formed in 1991 by the MVCTC staff and various community leaders who wanted to provide targeted assistance to students needing financial help to complete their education. They believed that MVCTC would be the conduit that would connect skilled, well trained, entrylevel workers with jobs. The Foundation provides assistance according to need. First, the Foundation provides financial

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Reid’s November Ambassador RICHMOND, Ind. – Lindsay Skaags, Reid’s November Ambassador, has worked in the Psychiatric Services department for three years. She started as a patient care technician while she ﬁnished a bachelor’s degree in general studies from Indiana University East. She is now an activity therapist and is a junior in the IU East nursing program. Lindsay became interested in working with psychiatric patients after her father was diagnosed with dementia. He passed away last month, at age 59, due to the effects of the disease. Lindsay’s nominators consistently mention her positive attitude and compassionate ways. “Lindsay’s attitude is always positive and caring, even when a situation becomes difﬁcult,” said a co-worker. “Lindsay has a sincere passion for helping patients and maintains a positive attitude despite the outside stressors she is experiencing,” said a supervisor. “Lindsay always makes our patients feel

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welcome,” said a charge nurse. “She is so friendly and outgoing.” Originally from New Madison, Lindsay lives in Centerville with her husband, BJ, and their three year old son, James. BJ serves as a patrolman for the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department. Formerly active with the Townsend Center Board, the Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council, and the Institute for Creative Leadership, Lindsay now ﬁnds the roles of wife, mother, student and health care provider to be enough to keep her busy. The Skaggs’ are huge Cincinnati Reds fans, attending sev-

eral games a season. BJ has converted Lindsay and James to the Washington Redskins and they are excited about seeing them play the Colts in December. Lindsay enjoys regular workouts at the gym, ﬂower gardening and browsing farmers’ markets. She likes to use organic ingredients in cooking and baking, and especially enjoys making pies. She has continued to be a volunteer with the Alzheimer’s Association. Like many, working at Reid is a family affair for Lindsay. Her sister, Lauren Hartman, is a charge nurse on 4 East and her brother, Tyler Fisherback, is a nursing care technician in Critical Care. Lindsay uses her personal experience to help patients and their families. She feels it is important to respect the person a patient was before they were overtaken by disease. “Reid allows me the opportunity to give back and help patients every day,” said Lindsay. “It is an honor to work at Reid.”

Shown is a group of Littles with their trophies.

BBBS enjoys Fishing Day SIDNEY – A group of Big Brothers Big Sisters Volunteers and Littles recently enjoyed a beautiful day at the home of Mike Meyer of Fort Loramie, where they attended a fishing derby hosted by the Shelby County Bassmasters and Kiwanis. Around 100 volunteers and Littles attended the annual event held on Sept. 6. The outing included a cookout for all Bassmaster members, their children, and the BBBS volunteers and their Littles. The fishing event concluded with an award ceremony for the top fisherman in several age categories. Shelby County Bassmasters were able to put on this event as a result of local fisherman participating in bass tournaments throughout

the year with a modest portion of the entry fee going toward the purchase of individual poles for each child. Other sponsors included Kiwanis Club, ODONR, Al’s Pizza in Fort Loramie, Ducks Unlimited, Molly’s Drive Thru, Spillway Bait & Tackle, Russ Michaels, Jeff and Tilda Phillpot, Playtex, and Mike Meyer. Jennifer Bruns, executive director for Big Brothers Big Sisters stated, “The Shelby County Bassmasters should be commended for this wonderful activity. The children who participate in this outing truly look forward to it each year, and it exposes them to a new hobby that they might not otherwise get the opportunity to do.” Bruns stated, “Being outdoors, getting fresh air,

and learning about fishing is a neat experience for the children in the program and for some of them the first time they have been exposed to the sport.” Group activities are part of the mentoring program for children from at-risk homes. Presently, the Shelby & Darke County agency has 102 matches with a list of over 10 children yet in need of an adult volunteer. Volunteers are required to see the children two times per month, offering support and fun, educational activities. It should be noted that match activities can be scheduled around a volunteer’s calendar, and offer a fantastic way to have a positive impact on youth in our community. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County is a non-profit, United Way member agency. We are always looking for additional volunteers. If you would like more information on enrolling your child in the program or becoming an active volunteer, call 492-7611 or 547-9622. You can also log onto the agency website to view all the volunteer opportunities and upcoming activities at www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org.

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2012 CHEVY SONIC LT, 4 dr., 1.4L Turbo 4 cyl., 5 speed, all power, super nice, red, 35,335 miles ......................................................................................................... $12,995 ...... $11,500 2012 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, one owner, like new, blue, 34,829 miles ....................................................................................................... $16,995 ...... $15,500 2012 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, very nice, blue, 27,169 miles ....................................................................................................... $15,995 ...... $14,500 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., brown, 23,447 miles .................................................................................................... $17,995 ...... $16,500 2012 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 54,800 miles ....................................................................................................... $15,995 ...... $14,900 2011 CHEVY CAMARO LT COUPE, 3.6L V6, RS Package, sunroof, loaded, sharp, blue, 22,754 miles ....................................................................................................... $23,995 ...... $22,500 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LTZ RS, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., black, 50,462 miles ...................................................................................................... $16,995 ...... $15,900 2011 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, maroon, 29,592 miles .................................................................................................. $18,995 ...... $17,500 2011 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., all power, super nice, maroon, 16,511 miles .... $15,995 ...... $14,500 2009 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, one owner, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, red, 69,773 miles .............................................................................................. $15,995 ...... $14,500 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, brown, 56,805 miles .................................................................................................... $13,995 ...... $12,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles ................................................................................................ $10,995 ........ $9,500 2006 CHEVY MONTE CARLO SS, 2 dr., 5.3L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp white, 80,663 miles ...................................................................................................... $12,995 ...... $11,900 2006 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.2L 4 cyl., all power, exc. cond., white, 132,199 miles ...................................................................................................... $8,995 ........ $7,500 1992 CHEVY CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, super nice, maroon, 54,083 miles .................................................................................................. $16,995 ...... $15,500 1986 CHEVY CORVETTE COUPE, 5.7L V8, leather, loaded, very nice, silver, 72,394 miles ...................................................................................................... $11,995 ...... $10,500

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Franklin Monroe Middle/High School honor roll PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe Middle/ High School is pleased to announce its honor/merit roll for the ﬁrst nineweek grading period. Seniors Honor Roll – Kelsey Cheadle, Allison Flora, Marcus Horner, Jordan Stickley, Emily Weaver, Daniel Wiseman, Jenna King, Susan Boston, Ashton Shellabarger, Hudson Rich, Grant Brown, Kristen Stryker, Peyton Kreitzer, and Laren Marker

Merit Roll – Morgan Wick, Spencer Delk, Earl Burnett, Sara Weyant, Austin Tucker, Tori Brehm, Emma Baker, and Will Neudecker Juniors Honor Roll – Carrie Baker, Morgan Byers, Morgan Booher, Landon Peters, Sydney Bowser, Karissa Hundley, Hannah Greene, Madison Collins, Austin Campbell, Billy Crossley, Carson Denlinger, Landon Flora, Alexis Fourman,

Kelly Fourman, Lucas Gauldin, Jarrett Hurd, Kalin McCabe, Morgan Monnin, Brenden Rismiller, Haley Robinson, Tara Spatz, Ben Weaver, and Evan Weaver Merit Roll – Daniel Chaney, Logan Penny, Austin Brown, Audrey Aslinger, Gustavo De Silva, Zach Hyre, Cassie Shellabarger, and Jessica Rench Sophomores Honor Roll – Jade Besecker, Emilee Mor-

Five seniors earn Math Medal Award DARKE CO. – Five high-achieving Darke County high school seniors received the Honda-OSU Math Medal Award from a partnership between Honda and The Ohio State University. The award recognizes the top senior mathematics student in 245 high schools in southwest and central Ohio. The math medal winners from Darke County are Heather Dirksen, Mississinawa Valley; Peyton Kreitzer, Franklin-Monroe; Krutant Mehta, Greenville; Jordan Phillips, Versailles; and Breanna Tuthill, Ansonia. This is the 11th anniversary of the Central Ohio region Math Medal Awards, presented by the Honda-OSU Partnership, a university-industry partnership that supports programs in education and research to beneﬁt the transportation industry. This year 139 seniors from 15 counties in central Ohio received the award. Honorees attended the Central Ohio region ceremony on Nov. 6 at Honda of America in Marysville. Recognized as their school’s top math student in the Class of 2015, each student received a pewter math medal, plaque and $100 gift card from Honda and Ohio State’s College

Darke County high school students who received Honda/OSU Partnership Math Medal Awards are (from left) Breanna Tuthill, Ansonia; Heather Dirksen, Mississinawa Valley; Peyton Kreitzer, Franklin-Monroe; and Krutant Mehta, Greenville. Not pictured: Jordan Phillips, Versailles.

of Engineering. “Math is the foundation for so many of our advancements, particularly the kind of advancements a technology-driven company like Honda needs,” Honda North America Engineering Center Division Manager Dave Schmidt said at the ceremony. “Companies like Honda will always need strong math skills as we look toward our future workforce.” In addition, the award comes with a $3,000 scholarship opportunity at Ohio State’s College of Engineering for the 20152016 academic year. Over the past ten years, 150 Central Ohio region math medal recipients have gone on to receive the $3,000 scholarship. “We are grateful that our strong partnership

with Honda provides the opportunity to recognize these high school seniors who excel in math and science,” said David B. Williams, dean, Ohio State College of Engineering. “We hope these outstanding students will put those talents to use as Buckeye engineers.” The Honda-Ohio State Partnership is a unique collaboration between Ohio State and Honda that supports initiatives in education, research and public service to positively impact students, faculty, public and private sector practitioners, and the transportation industry as a whole. More information about the Honda-Ohio State Partnership is available at honda.osu. edu.

ris, Cole Skelton, Mikayla Goubeaux, Brett Lavy, Allyson Masterson, Courtney Faber, Emilia Brown, Beth Kirkpatrick, Lance Hundley, Hunter Rich, Cheyenne Booker, Sawyer Miller, Taylor Hackney, Malinda Neudecker, and Chloe Casto-Clemons Merit Roll – Wyatt King, Jessica Hinshaw, Hudson Nestor, Chelsi Edger, Hunter Qualls, James Neudecker, Derek Lusher, Cayley Baker, Lacy Henninger, Maddi Schaar, Jacob Shellabarger, Elizabeth Meyer, Hannah Eley, Logan Ressler, and Bryanna Diceanu Freshmen Honor Roll – Kyle Ressler, Bryce Filbrun, Makenzie Kreitzer, Trevor Collins, Levi Altic, Kinsey Goins, Blake Mowry, Matt Williams, Grace Fee, Danielle McVey, Wyatt Baker, Grace Zimmerman, Rayna Horner, Parker Hessler, Sarah Miller, Bailey Wyan,

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Evan Atchley, Peyton Archer, Michael Horner, Luke Booher, Ross Thayer, Kennedy Morris, Carly Wray, Madison Little, Chloe Fenstermaker, Ethan Coppess, Kirsten Zink, and Jordan Rhoades Seventh Grade Honor Roll – Darcy Denlinger, Chloe Peters, Abigail Austin, Charity Shellabarger, Timithy Vandyke, Caden Goins, Chloe Henninger, Chloe Brumbaugh, Simon Mote, and Chase Osterday Merit Roll – Keara Knepshield, Audrey Cable, Selene Weaver, Toby Shellabarger, Claire Haviza, Madison Rismiller, Jarod Hegemier, Hunter Willoughby, and Katlynn Nestor

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Blood donors reach milestones

Therese Pohlman

Pohlman celebrates 30 years at VHCC VERSAILLES – On Oct. 22, Therese Pohlman celebrated 30 years of employment at Versailles Health Care Center. She joined Versailles Health Care Center in 1984 as the Business Ofﬁce Manager and has seen her department grow from one to four staff members. She commented there have been a lot of changes over the last 30 years. “We were a 50-bed facility in the beginning then added 30 beds to ﬁll our growing need in this community. In 1997 we added the Special Care Unit which put us to 112 beds. I have seen lots of residents, families and employees come and go throughout the 30 years. Some are even third generation coming in the door now for rehab and short-term stays and I became acquainted with them when they were in here to visit their grandma many years ago!” When asked about her time at Versailles Health Care Center, Pohlman

said, “Through all the good and bad changes, one thing that has not changed is I still enjoy getting to know and spending time with the residents. We are not to show favoritism but some of the residents become like family and you become very close to them. I still have lots of fond memories of former residents from 20-25 years ago.” She and her husband, Bill, are the proud parents of three children, Angie, Keith, and Amanda. For her 30th year, the staff decorated her ofﬁce with balloons and signs! Kristy Earick, executive director, said “Therese is extremely dedicated to Versailles Health Care Center and is always a huge support to patients and their families. She has been a high-achiever within our parent company, Covenant Care, and has premier status within Covenant Care. Congratulations Therese!”

DARKE COUNTY — Community Blood Center congratulates all of the following donors for reaching their Blood Donation milestones. Thanks to the generosity of all donors many lives have been saved. Donors are recognized for their Life Time Donations (LTD) Milestones. Every time a donor donates any blood product it is a donation. Life Time Donations are a total of all your blood product donations. 5 LTD – Elissa Bennett, Cristy Dapore, Abigail Didier, Lauren Freshour, Cara Hayes, Andrea Luthman, Daniel Markley, Melinda Puterbaugh, Christy Riley, Lynnetta Rock, and Sara Seger 10 LTD – Dave Bruns,

Ann Francis, Rachael Harrison, Faith Hope, Clay Wilker, and Pat Wright 20 LTD – Peggy Emrick, Kenny Grilliot, Brenda Hole, Doug Oliver, Rockne Seiler, and Terry Warner 25 LTD – Jeff Gehret, Tara George, Jeff Henry, Matt Kingrey, Diana Martin, Cheryl Means, Tracy Mong, Richard Schmidt, and Claire Wilt 30 LTD – Pat Heyne, Tess Osborne, Dennis Shope, and Rodney Turner 40 LTD – Bob Goubeaux and Gregory Reynolds 50 LTD – Eric VanHoose and John Welch 60 LTD – Jimmy Holsapple, Dennis Kugler and Rex Tipple 70 LTD – David Hem-

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melgarn 75 LTD – Kathy Grilliot, Steven Knapke, and Sharon Reed 80 LTD – Kent Monnin and Luke Subler 100 LTD – Kevin Grilliot and Richard Puthoff 130 LTD – Joseph Barga and Ron Stauffer 230 LTD – Roger

Bender 430 LTD – Ivan Patterson For information about blood drives in Darke County please contact Dana Puterbaugh, Darke County Account Representative at 937-9972199 or dputerbaugh@ cbccts.org.

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Wildflowers finish tree at museum GREENVILLE – The parlor of Garst Museum has a festive holiday flare due to the efforts of the Wildflower Garden Club. The beautiful 10-foot tree that stands each year during the Christmas season in the Victorian style front room of Garst, better known as the parlor, was again decorated by some of the members of the garden club on Nov. 20. The theme this year was, The Bounty of Darke County, which the club members carried out with unique decorations that included handmade, harvested, hunted and store bought items. White lights provide the backdrop for strung wooden and painted cranberry bunches as well as single apples and pears add red to the tree. The tree also has boughs dripping with pine cones that appear to have snow on them and sparkle with glitter. Along with the cones are bunches of Baby Indian Corn hung in glittered bunches. A few bird’s nests can also be found among the branches. Dried hydrangea blooms that have been spray painted pink and burgundy are also arranged all over the tree. The surprising added touch, which is the hunted part of the bounty, is wild turkey feathers supplied by one of the member who actually bagged the turkey with a bow and arrow a

few years ago. She also added a deer skin she obtained from a deer she had downed from a hunting trip. It serves as a tree skirt for the fruit, berry, ﬂowered and feathered tree. The tree is topped with a huge burlap bow and streamers; also of burlap. They wanted to keep the tree looking natural and feature the recourses found in Darke County. Apples, corn, pine cones, pears, wild turkeys and deer (Although, they are not sure about the cranberries). Also, beautiful hydrangea bushes adorn yards in the summer that they used for added color and aiding them to stay true to their motto of growing and showing. They added just the right touch to a garden club tree. When ﬁnished, they made the comment that it is the most beautiful tree they have ever done. This is the same comment they make after trimming their tree in the Parlor each year. They truly enjoy getting together to make the decorations and decorating the tree. Each year the tree is done differently according to the theme the museum decides. This really challenges them to make it interesting and beautiful and depict the theme the best they can. (Submitted by Barbara Rhoades, reporting secretary)

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NOW $15,995 11765AT 11765AT 2013 2013 Chevrolet Chevrolet Silverado Silverado 1500, 1500, 4WD, 4WD, Ext.Cab Cab..........................blue LTLT..........................blue ..........................blue ......................................... ......................................... 13,494 13,494 miles.............................was miles.............................was $31,995 $31,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $29,995 $29,995 11765AT 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ext.Ext. Cab LT ......................................... miles.............................was $31,995 ............... NOW $29,995 P1796T 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS, FWD4WD, ........................................................silver/grey ................................13,494 24,194 miles.............................was $19,995 ............... NOW $18,995 11794AT 11794AT 2013 2013 Ford Ford Escape........................................................................................green Escape........................................................................................green ....................................... ....................................... 31,767 31,767 miles.............................was miles.............................was $16,995 $16,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $15,995 $15,995 11794AT 2013 Ford Escape........................................................................................green ....................................... miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,995 11545A 2012 Honda Accord Sedan LX ............................................................silver/grey ................................31,767 21,078 miles.............................was $17,995 ............... NOW $16,495 P1780 P17802013 2013 2013 Dodge Dodge Avenger Avenger SXT SXT ......................................................................white ......................................................................white ........................................ ........................................ 23,561 23,561 miles.............................was miles.............................was $17,995 $17,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $16,495 $16,495 P1780 Dodge Avenger SXT ......................................................................white ........................................ 23,561 miles.............................was $17,995 ............... NOW $16,495 11566A 2012 Gem E2 ..................................................................................................white .......................................... 3,713 miles...............................was $8,995 ................... NOW $7,495 P1796T P1796T2013 2013 2013 Chevrolet Chevrolet Equinox Equinox LS, FWD FWD ........................................................silver/grey ........................................................silver/grey ................................ ................................ 24,194 24,194 miles.............................was miles.............................was $19,995 $19,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $18,995 $18,995 P1796T Chevrolet Equinox LS,LS, FWD ........................................................silver/grey ................................ 24,194 miles.............................was $19,995 ............... NOW $18,995 11744A 2012 Ford Focus SE ...................................................................................teal .......................................... 47,004 miles.............................was $14,995 ............... NOW $13,495 11545A 11545A 2012 2012 Honda Honda Accord Sedan Sedan LX............................................................silver/grey ............................................................silver/grey ................................ ................................ 21,078 21,078 miles.............................was miles.............................was $17,995 $17,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $16,495 $16,495 11545A 2012 Honda Accord Sedan LXLX ............................................................silver/grey ................................ 21,078 miles.............................was $17,995 ............... NOW $16,495 P1711 2012 Kia Soul +Accord .............................................................................................black ........................................ 15,277 miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,495 11566A 11566A 2012 2012 Gem Gem E2..................................................................................................white ..................................................................................................white .......................................... .......................................... 3,713 3,713 miles...............................was miles...............................was $8,995 $8,995 ................... ................... NOW NOW $7,495 $7,495 11566A 2012 Gem E2E2 ..................................................................................................white .......................................... 3,713 miles...............................was $8,995 ................... $7,495 P1740AT 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche, 1500 4WD .................................................black ..........................................................................................was $31,995 ............... NOW $29,495 11744A 11744A 2012 2012 Ford Ford Focus Focus SE...................................................................................teal ...................................................................................teal .......................................... .......................................... 47,004 47,004 miles.............................was miles.............................was $14,995 $14,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $13,495 $13,495 11744A 2012 Ford Focus SESE ...................................................................................teal .......................................... 47,004 miles.............................was $14,995 ............... NOW $13,495 P1752 2012 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan..........................................................white ........................................ 37,323 miles.............................was $15,995 ............... NOW $14,495 P1711 P17112012 2012 2012 Kia Kia Soul Soul +Malibu .............................................................................................black + .............................................................................................black ........................................ ........................................ 15,277 15,277 miles.............................was miles.............................was $16,995 $16,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $15,495 $15,495 P1711 Kia Soul + .............................................................................................black 15,277 miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,495 P1771A 2012 Chevrolet LT, Sedan..........................................................red........................................ ........................................... 55,321 miles.............................was $15,995 ............... NOW $14,495 P1740AT P1740AT 2012 2012 Chevrolet Chevrolet Avalanche, Avalanche, 1500 4WD .................................................black .................................................black ..........................................................................................was ..........................................................................................was $31,995 $31,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $29,495 $29,495 P1740AT 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche, 15001500 4WD4WD .................................................black ..........................................................................................was ............... NOW $29,495 P1786T 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, FWD ..............................................................white ........................................ 30,781 miles.............................was$31,995 $20,995 ............... NOW $18,995 P1752 P17522012 2012 2012 Chevrolet Chevrolet Malibu Malibu LT, LT,Sedan Sedan ..........................................................white ..........................................................white ........................................ ........................................ 37,323 37,323 miles.............................was miles.............................was $15,995 $15,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $14,495 $14,495 P1752 Chevrolet Malibu LT,LTZ Sedan ..........................................................white ........................................ 37,323 miles.............................was $15,995 ............... NOW $14,495 P1792A 2012 Chevrolet Impala Loaded ......................................................black ........................................ 46,585 miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,995 P1771A P1771A 2012 2012 Chevrolet Chevrolet Malibu Malibu LT, Sedan ..........................................................red ..........................................................red ........................................... ........................................... 55,321 55,321 miles.............................was miles.............................was $15,995 $15,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $14,495 $14,495 P1771A 2012 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan ..........................................................red ........................................... 55,321 miles.............................was $15,995 ............... NOW $14,495 P1806 2012 Chevrolet Cruze LT,LT, RSSedan Pkg., Sunroof, Loaded .............................red ........................................... 11,475 miles.............................was $15,995 ............... NOW $14,495 P1781 P17812012 2012 2012 Buick Buick Verano Verano ......................................................................................silver/grey ......................................................................................silver/grey ................................ ................................ 20,418 20,418 miles.............................was miles.............................was $16,995 $16,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $15,995 $15,995 P1781 Buick Verano ......................................................................................silver/grey ................................ 20,418 miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,995 P1785 2011 Buick Regal CXL ..............................................................................black........................................ 35,426 miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,995 P1786T P1786T2012 2012 2012 Chevrolet Chevrolet Traverse, Traverse, FWD FWD ..............................................................white ..............................................................white ........................................ ........................................ 30,781 30,781 miles.............................was miles.............................was $20,995 $20,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $18,995 $18,995 P1786T Chevrolet Traverse, FWD ..............................................................white ........................................ 30,781 miles.............................was $20,995 ............... NOW $18,995 P1804A 2011 Toyota Yaris Hatchback ..............................................................black ...................................... 101,857 miles...............................was $8,995 ................... NOW $7,995 P1792A P1792A 2012 2012 Chevrolet Chevrolet Impala Impala LTZ Loaded Loaded ......................................................black ......................................................black ........................................ ........................................ 46,585 46,585 miles.............................was miles.............................was $16,995 $16,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $15,995 $15,995 P1792A 2012 Chevrolet Impala LTZLTZ Loaded ......................................................black ........................................ miles.............................was $16,995 ............... NOW $15,995 P1742BT 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, FWD ..............................................................burgundy .................................46,585 64,611 miles.............................was $19,995 ............... NOW $18,495 P1806 P18062012 2012 2012 Chevrolet Chevrolet Cruze Cruze LT,AWD RS RSPkg., Pkg., Sunroof, Sunroof, Loaded Loaded .............................red .............................red ........................................... ........................................... 11,475 11,475 miles.............................was miles.............................was $15,995 $15,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $14,495 $14,495 P1806 Chevrolet Cruze LT,LT, RS Pkg., Sunroof, Loaded .............................red ........................................... miles.............................was $15,995 ............... NOW $14,495 P1790AT 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, LT ........................................................charcoal ..................................11,475 69,781 miles.............................was $20,995 ............... NOW $19,995 P1742BT P1742BT 2010 2010 Chevrolet Chevrolet Traverse, Traverse, FWD FWD ..............................................................burgundy ..............................................................burgundy ................................. ................................. 64,611 64,611 miles.............................was miles.............................was $19,995 $19,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $18,495 $18,495 P1742BT 2010 Chevrolet Traverse, FWD ..............................................................burgundy ................................. 64,611 miles.............................was $19,995 ............... NOW $18,495 11773CT 2009 Honda CR-V EX.................................................................................silver/grey ................................ 98,085 miles.............................was $13,995 ............... NOW $12,995 P1790AT P1790AT 2010 2010 Chevrolet Chevrolet Traverse, Traverse, AWD AWD LTLT........................................................charcoal ........................................................charcoal .................................. .................................. 69,781 69,781 miles.............................was miles.............................was $20,995 $20,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $19,995 $19,995 P1790AT 2010 Chevrolet AWD LT ........................................................charcoal .................................. 69,781 miles.............................was $20,995 ............... NOW $19,995 P1783A 2009 Impala LTTraverse, Sedan..................................................................................silver/grey ................................ 79,602 miles.............................was $12,995 ............... NOW $10,995 P1783A P1783A 2009 2009 Impala Impala LTSedan..................................................................................silver/grey Sedan..................................................................................silver/grey ................................ ................................ 79,602 79,602 miles.............................was miles.............................was $12,995 $12,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $10,995 $10,995 P1783A 2009 Impala LTLT Sedan..................................................................................silver/grey ................................ 79,602 miles.............................was $12,995 ............... NOW $10,995 11479BT 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1/2 Ton, 4WD .....................................................white..........................................................................................was $26,995 ............... NOW $24,495 11479BT 11479BT 2008 2008 GMC GMC Yukon Yukon XL 1/2 1/2 Ton, Ton, 4WD .....................................................white .....................................................white ..........................................................................................was ..........................................................................................was $26,995 $26,995 ............... ............... NOW NOW $24,495 $24,495 11479BT 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1/2 Ton, 4WD4WD .....................................................white ..........................................................................................was $26,995 ............... NOW $24,495 P1780A 2005 Grand Prix GTXL Sedan ....................................................................burgundy ............................... 162,454 miles...............................was $5,995 ................... NOW $4,995 P1793AT P1793AT 2005 2005 Chevrolet Chevrolet Trailblazer, Trailblazer, ..........................................................red ..........................................................red ...............................................................................................was ...............................................................................................was $8,995 $8,995 ................... ................... NOW NOW $7,495 $7,495 P1793AT 2005 Chevrolet Trailblazer, 4WD4WD ..........................................................red ...............................................................................................was $8,995 ................... NOW $7,495 11719A 2003 Pontiac Grand Am SE, V64WD ............................................................gold .............................................................................................was $4,995 ................... NOW $3,995 11719A 11719A 2003 2003 Pontiac Pontiac Grand Grand Am SE, SE, V6V6............................................................gold ............................................................gold .............................................................................................was .............................................................................................was $4,995 $4,995 ................... ................... NOW NOW $3,995 $3,995 11719A 2003 Pontiac Grand AmAm SE, V6Sedan ............................................................gold .............................................................................................was ................... NOW $3,995 11816A 2002 Pontiac Bonneville SE ..................................................burgundy ............................... 123,731 miles...............................was$4,995 $5,995 ................... NOW $4,995 P1778AT P1778AT 2002 2002 Buick Buick Rendezvous, Rendezvous, AWD AWD ...............................................................white ...............................................................white ............................................................................................was ............................................................................................was $7,995 $7,995 ................... ................... NOW NOW $6,995 $6,995 P1778AT 2002 Buick Rendezvous, AWD ...............................................................white ............................................................................................was $7,995 ................... NOW $6,995 P1778AT 2002 Buick Rendezvous, AWD ...............................................................white ............................................................................................was $7,995 ................... NOW $6,995 P1799 P17992002 2002 2002 Pontiac Pontiac Firebird Firebird Convertible Convertible ...................................................red ...................................................red ........................................... ........................................... 77,098 77,098 miles...............................was miles...............................was $8,995 $8,995 ................... ................... NOW NOW $7,995 $7,995 P1799 Pontiac Firebird Convertible ...................................................red ........................................... 77,098 miles...............................was $8,995 ................... NOW $7,995 P1799 2002 Pontiac Firebird Convertible ...................................................red ........................................... 77,098 miles...............................was $8,995 ................... NOW $7,995 11806BT 11806BT 1995 1995 C1500 C1500 Sierra Sierra SLE SLE ...........................................................................white ...........................................................................white ...................................... ...................................... 114,223 114,223 miles...............................was miles...............................was $6,995 $6,995 ................... ................... NOW NOW $5,995 $5,995 11806BT 1995 C1500 Sierra SLE ...........................................................................white ...................................... 114,223 miles...............................was $6,995 ................... NOW $5,995 P1808 1999 Chevrolet Malibu LS .....................................................................green ..................................... 126,398 miles...............................was $3,995 ................... NOW $2,995 11806BT 1995 C1500 Sierra SLE ...........................................................................white...................................... 114,223 miles...............................was $6,995 ................... NOW $5,995

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