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Tour de Donut leaves Darke County CLINTON RANDALL

STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

Chris Caupp of Greenville is walking with his homemade cross to warn local residents of Jesus’ coming. (Susan Hartley photo)

Cross-ing town GREENVILLE - Greenville’s Chris Caupp, 60, began walking the perimeter of Greenville with his homemade cross on Friday. Dec. 23. “The Lord told me to,” he said Thursday, Dec. 29, when The Early Bird caught up with him on Sater Street. “I’m walking around to let people know Jesus is coming soon. The Lord told me. There are many people in this city he wants to be saved.” Caupp begins and ends

his walk at Family Health on Meeker Road, taking three hours to complete the 8 mile trip. On Wednesday, he said, his son-in-law Matthew Drew and 11-yearold granddaughter Paige Drew joined Caupp on the walk. A member of Lighthouse Christian Church, Caupp said he made the cross, which he has carried around town numerous times in the past few years as a reminder of Jesus’ life and word.

TROY - Local organizers of the Tour de Donut announced Tuesday that they will be moving the annual event from Arcanum to Troy beginning in 2017. “After moving the event to three different locations within Darke County for the past 10 years, we began exploring options for moving the bicycle challenge to a larger community that would offer a well-rounded experience,” said event organizer Roger Bowersock of the Greenville-based Rocketship Sports Management. “This will included restaurants, shops and hotel accommodations for family members of the riders. Additionally, city leaders plan to make Troy a true destination for participants by planning a variety of events and activities throughout the weekend of the ride.” “This decision was not made easily or without great thought. We love the small town, hometown that is Arcanum. The people there are so friendly and over the past 10 years have come to look forward to the event with many different groups becoming involved as volunteers,” Bowersock explained. “An event of this size is a stress on a town the size of Arcanum - though for the most

(Rocketship Sports Management photo)

part the complaints were few.” “Mayor Judy, of Arcanum, has been a huge advocate of the event and we thank her for all the support she has provided inside the village limits and throughout the county. When we started this event we had no idea what it would become or that it would become anything more than just a few people getting together and having fun. We take the stewardship of this circus seriously and that is why we moved it,” Bowersock continued. “To continue to permit the event to grow and provide the full experience we want, we need outside resources a village the size of Arcanum does not offer.” Growing from 106 participants to over 2,000 has been a sweet ride for

Ohio’s largest one-day bicycle event. With the continued popularity and growth of the event, the registration cap will increase to 3,000 to meet the demand of interested cyclists who travel to this event from 30 states. “I am sure there are some who are angry we are leaving and I know for a fact some are glad. We are sad though are also excited for what we will be able to do in Troy,” concluded Bowersock. “We’re always sorry to lose an event in Darke County. We feel our county has all the ingredients to host outstanding events, as is evidenced by an event like the ‘Gathering at Garst’ being named ‘Best Summer Festival’ in Ohio this year by the readers of Ohio Magazine. Our Tourism Grant Program also empowers organizers

to boost their visibility by helping to offset their marketing expenses,” stated Matt Staugler, Executive Director of the County Visitors Bureau. “The Darke County Visitors Bureau exists to help make events and attractions successful and beneﬁcial for the county, and we wish the Tour de Donut continued success in their move to Miami County.” This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017. Online and mail-in registration opens Jan. 1, 2017. Registration will remain open until the 3,000 rider limit is reached or until the Sept. 1, 2017 deadline. Registration will not be available the day of the event. For registration and more information about the Tour de Donut visit www.thetourdedonut. com.

Tragedy, controversy and good news are 2016’s top stories RYAN BERRY

MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – The Early Bird/Bluebag Media writing staff takes great pride in bringing Darke County and the surrounding communities the best in human interest stories, informing the public of what local governments are doing and making sure local residents know of breaking news as quickly as we can certify the information we are gathering is factual. While some may contend you get what you pay for, The Early Bird/Bluebag Media is making sure area residents are getting a lot more than a few people pay for. Our yearly audit shows over 80 percent of people in our coverage area continues to use and read the print edition of The Early Bird and our reach continues to grow as people have also discovered us online at www.bluebagmedia.com and on social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. Through print and our online presence, The Early Bird/Bluebag Media is proud to be the weekly newspaper Darke Countians turn to for their daily source of news.

In 2016, readers have learned about new businesses coming to town, discovered controversial issues at local schools, celebrated with a hometown Olympian, snarled at a county commissioner’s opinion on millennials and our hearts ached upon hearing of tragic accidents on the road and in the sky. The following are some of the top stories The Early Bird staff covered this past year. One of the ﬁrst stories of 2016 also proved to be one of the top stories. On Jan. 1, Bluebag Media was the ﬁrst to report a popular restaurant/tavern in Palestine was changing its name. Justin and Robin Sharp changed the name of Red & Ruth’s Tavern to Sharp’s Tavern. The social media reaction was mixed with some questioning why they would mess with the legendary name, but others were okay with the name change, as long as they continued to use the Red & Ruth’s pizza recipe, which they did. The Early Bird was also pleased to announce new businesses coming to Greenville this past year. All of these stories were well received by readers,

Those girls aren’t Arcanum High School volleyball players wearing those uniforms. Arcanum offering Cedarville uniforms during the high school volleyball tournament became one of our big stories of the year. (Gaylen Blosser photo)

including Chillz opening in downtown Greenville last spring and Cato Fashions opening in the fall. Bluebag Media also broke the news that Rapid Fired Pizza and Harbor Freight are coming soon. There were also some uplifting stories our staff was able to cover this year. Not to be outdone was the Clayton Murphy story. There probably isn’t one person that has had a better year than Murphy. Before we knew he would be going to the Olympics in Rio, we were reporting his victory in the 800m run at the NCAA Track & Field Championship. A few weeks later, the Tri-Village grad announced he was

going pro and had signed with Nike. Darke County cheered when they learned he qualified to represent the USA in the Olympics and even bigger cheers came when he came from behind to qualify for the finals in the 800m Run in Rio. The biggest cheer of all could be heard coming from the Tri-Village Cafetorium as he once again came from behind to finish with the bronze medal. Crowds flocked to New Madison when it was announced Murphy would be coming home for a visit a little over a month after winning his medal. One of the most shared feel-good stories of the year took place in Arca-

num during a volleyball tournament game. The Cedarville players forgot their uniforms and with the team facing a forfeit, Arcanum Athletic Director Brian Sprada offered Arcanum’s uniforms. The story went across the state and caught the attention of the Ohio High School Athletic Association. Sprada was eventually honored for showing outstanding sportsmanship. The Early Bird/Bluebag Media didn’t shy away from controversial issues. In December, we addressed two issues with facts, fairness and dignity. The ﬁrst was the transgender bathroom issue at Greenville High School and the second was the Tri-Village basketball team’s hazing of younger players. Both stories garnered a large amount of comments on social media. The two deadliest days in the county took place on June 28 and 29. Linda Stebbins was killed on State Route 571 near the Greenville-Union Cemetery when the vehicle driven by Aaron C. Holmes crossed the center line and struck Stebbins’ vehicle. Holmes has since been charged with Aggravated Vehicular

Homicide, OVI and Aggravated Vehicular Assault. He is scheduled for a jury trial on March 7 & 8. The following day, Darke County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motorcycle crash at State Route 121 and US Route 127. David Milligan died when a semitruck driver turned into the path of his 2006 Harley Davidson. 2016 also saw the county’s ﬁrst airplane crash in recent history. Twentyyear-old Clayton Heins only had a student pilot certiﬁcate when he crashed his 1947 PA-11 (Piper) near Arcanum. The crash killed Heins and his friend, Jacob Turner, 19. Finally, one of the most viewed and shared stories came from Darke County Commissioner Mike Stegall. He penned the opinion piece “Generation Cupcake,” which decried the actions of some millennials. The story was shared well over 4,000 times. Stegall not only had a lot of comments on our social media sites, he also received personal emails and phone calls. He continues to stand by his comments. All of these stories can still be found at www.bluebagmedia.com.

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GREENVILLE POLICE BEAT Police investigate thefts during holiday period Breaking and Entering

On Dec. 27 an officer was dispatched to SVG Motors, 1225 Russ Road in reference to a breaking and entering complaint. It was determined an unknown subject(s) entered the business without forced entry and gained access to two offices and stole petty cash kept on hand. According to the police report, it was determined the subjects had prior knowledge as to where petty cash was kept inside the offices. A list of current and past key holders, as well as a list of employees who have quit or been fired recently was provided to the police department to continue their investigation. On Dec. 27 an officer was called to The Laundry Room, 849 E. Main St., for a breaking and entering, which occurred sometime overnight. It was determined the suspect cut a hole in the ceiling of the bathroom to access a locked area at the rear of the business. A Pepsi machine also was opened and the change machine was removed. When the incident was reported to the GPD, it was learned detectives were in the middle of interviewing a suspect from several breaking and entering incidents, which had occurred recently. The suspect admitted to this crime, telling the detectives he threw the missing change box into the Greenville Creek at the East Main Street bridge. One detective checked the creek to see if the box could be seen but the water was too murky at that time. Once the water goes down and clears up an attempt will be made to retrieve the evidence. Officers reviewed a surveillance video where the suspect can be seen on using keys to open the Pepsi machine. No other items were taken. Shoplifting

On Dec. 22 an officer was dispatched to Walmart on the report of a theft. Store security officers said they observed a female identified as Melody Phillips select items from the store and place them into reusable Walmart bags. Phillips purchased some

of the items but not others. After leaving the store past all points of purchase, she was detained by store security. The police ofﬁcer spoke to Phillips who admitted to stealing some of the items because she did not have enough money to purchase them. She was issued a citation for theft. Theft

On Dec. 17 an officer was dispatched to the Funky Monkey Flea Market, 205 Martin St., in reference to a theft, which occurred Friday, Dec. 16. Through an investigation, the officer learned known suspects Celeste Julian and Derek Eldridge entered the store and advised the staff they were just looking around for Christmas. An employee noticed Julian carrying a rather large handbag. When she entered the store, the bag appeared to be empty and when she came to the register to pay for a mirror it appeared to be larger. The staff reviewed camera footage and was able to clearly see Julian place a Play Station 3 along with three controllers into the bag. The items were valued at $125. Julian paid for the mirror and left the business. An officer made contact with Julian by phone and advised her to come to GPD with the merchandise she stole. Julian arrived at GPD and admitted to the theft. Julian also told the officer that Eldridge was with her and he stole a white die-cast Cadillac Escalade valued at $8 and that he (Eldridge) had no plan to speak with officers about the incident. Julian told the officers Eldridge was homeless. Julian is on parole for burglary in Miami County. Her prarole officer was advised of the situation. Julian was served a copy of her citation for theft and was advised she has been trespassed from the Funky Monkey. Officers were unable to make contact with Eldridge, despite many attempts in multiple locations of the city. His citation will be served upon his next contact with GPD as he is currently at large. If the police department is unable to make contact with

Eldridge, a warrant for his arrest will be sought. On Dec. 21 the general manager of Comfort Inn reported a television was stolen from a room. It was determined a family friend had rented the room for Christina Hobbs, who is currently homeless. A police officer contacted the person who rented the room to obtain information about Hobbs and was given an address for her daughter on Martin Street. An officer went to the address and spoke with the daughter’s boyfriend. Hobbs was asleep on the living room floor but ran immediately upstairs when the officer attempted to speak with the daughter and her boyfriend. The officer went upstairs and made contact with Hobbs. She admitted to being in the hotel room and stated she did not take the television from the room, and that it was taken by Michael Crawford. Hobbs said Crawford and a male friend came into the hotel room and when Crawford indicated he wanted to steal the television, she tried to get him not to take it. Hobbs said all three left the hotel room through a rear entrance and Crawford concealed the television. They ended up at a residence on Ohio Street. The reporting officer ran Hobbs through LEADS/NCIC and found she had outstanding warrants issued, including one for an arrest out of the Englewood Police Department for failure to appear on arraignment on a drug violation. Another warrant was from Miami County Sheriff’s Office. Hobbs was given the proper information to contact Miami County Courts. Hobbs told the officer she took the television inside the house and traded the television for six baggies of methamphetamines, which she said they called “ten bags.” Hobbs admitted to smoking the meth with her male companions following taking the television. Hobbs was cited for complicity to

theft. Michael Crawford will be charged with theft when located. He is listed at large at this time. Hobbs was transported to the Darke County jail, awaiting pick up from Englewood. Bond is set at $2,500. Disorderly

On Dec. 25 an officer was flagged over by a complainant and was told about a male subject who was highly intoxicated and laying on the sidewalk in front of Danny’s Place Bar, 308 S Broadway. Upon arrival, the officer located the defendant, Phillip Crawford lying on the ground. Crawford had slurred speech and there was a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage. Crawford told the officer he was lying on the ground because he drank too much. Next to him was an opened Mountain Dew bottle filled with wine. Crawford was transported to his residence and was warned for disorderly conduct and was issued a citation for open container and released. Drugs

On Dec. 23 an ofﬁcer observed Ronnie Jones walking on East Main Street near the Circle Mart gas station. The ofﬁcer had prior knowledge Jones has an active warrant for his arrest for failure to appear on a drug abuse instrument charge. Jones was placed under arrest and was transported to the Darke County Jail where he was incarcerated with a bond of $2,025. 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.

DAR’S BUSY HOLIDAY

GREENVILLE – Fort GreeneVille Chapter DAR has been busy this holiday season. Chapter members decorated Christmas trees at the Shawnee Prairie Nature Center and the Garst Museum. Members also donated mittens and hats at the Mitten Tree at Montage Café. Rachael and Lauren Wright, Helen Wright, Shirley Hughes, Taylor and Chris Nehring and Brenda Arnett are shown with the Mitten Tree at Montage.

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Woman shot in UC domestic altercation UNION CITY, Ohio - A woman was rushed to an area hospital after suffering multiple gunshots as a result of domestic altercation in Union City Friday morning. At approximately 2 a.m., law enforcement and rescue personnel responded to a home on the 100 block of Wintergreen Drive after a report of boyfriend that shot his girlfriend multiple times. According to Union City Ohio Police Chief Mark Ater, ofﬁcers were dis-

patched to the home earlier in the evening for a verbal altercation between the two subjects. The female sustained several shots to the lower part of her body from a 9mm handgun. Her injuries are believed to be non-lifethreatening, according to law enforcement ofﬁcials. The male subject, identiﬁed as 37-year-old William T. Stein, II was booked into the Darke County Jail and held without bond on a charge of Felonious Assault, a second degree felony.

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agreement from the city that would require they install curbs, sidewalks and add a third lane if the property is ever annexed into the city. The city requires the pre-annexation agreement in order for the company to receive sewer and water services. Because those services are available, Erwin Brothers is not permitted to dig a well or develop a septic system. Commission also will continue to pursue the expansion of the Darke County Airport during 2017. The biggest challenge facing commission, Stegall believes, will continue to be “funding.” “Local governments cannot wait on the state anymore,” he said. During Wednesday’s commission meeting, commissioners approved the 2017 appropriations (see separate story) and have made adjustments for money no longer available, but originally promised by state legislators. As 2017 begins, Stegall and Rhoades will be working with newly elected commissioner Aultman, who was sworn in with other elected county ofﬁcials on Thursday. Aultman’s family, including his wife Morgan and their chiladren Sophia, 19 and Thomas, 7, along with his parents David and Lisa Aultman and grandparents Larry and Doris Aultman attended the swearing-in ceremony. Aultman said he was looking forward to working on commission. “Darke County is a great place to live and work,” he said, noting he was ready to start tackling what he called “some of the issues” facing the county. During their ﬁnal commission meeting together on Dec. 28, Stegall and Rhoades thanked out-going Diana Delaplane, who served as a county commissioner for the past eight years. “I appreciate being able to serve,” Delaplane told her fellow commissioners. “You’ve done a wonderful job serving the county and we’re going to miss you,” Stegall said.

Commissioners highlight plans for coming year DARKE COUNTY – With a newly elected Matt Aultman officially on board as of this past Thursday, veteran Darke County commissioners Mike Stegall and Mike Rhoades say several ongoing projects top their list for 2017. One new change to report is the move of some county employees from the courthouse to the North Towne Plaza on Wagner Avenue. “We’re in the process of fact-finding,” Rhoades said of the impending move of several county offices. “They approached us about making the move.” Commissioners agree the re-location will better serve clientele who visit the offices of the county engineer, recorder, treasurer and auditor. The county courts will then take over the empty offices in the courthouse, Stegall explained. ”It opens up the courthouse to a complete courthouse building.” Also on the commission’s agenda is the Chase Road improvement project, which is expected to be completed within the next year. Commissioners will continue to complete upgrades on county properties and roadways, Stegall said. “We’ve done very well on maintenance and upkeep. We’re very happy about the way things are going.” Commissioners also will continue their push for industry and jobs to move into Darke County. “Our county has done very well in this department,” Stegall said. One 2016 project still on the books is the opening of the Erwin Brothers Truck Stop, located in the industrial park on State Route 49, south of the city. Groundbreaking last spring was supposed to end with a completed, open business this past fall. But an ongoing dispute with Greenville city council has the project at a standstill. Erwin Brothers refused to sign a pre-annexation

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HUNT – Edith L. (Bryson) Hunt, 65, of Greenville, died Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016 in the Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall, 6688 Ludy Road, Greenville. ROMER – Lorene K. Romer, 68, died Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2016. Services were held at the convenience of the family. HANGEN – Carol R. Hangen, 88 of Greenville, died Saturday, Dec. 24, 2016. A memorial service will be held at a later date. UNGER – Evelyn Unger, 98, of Greenville, died Sunday, Dec. 25,

2016. Services were held Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Gettysburg Cemetery.

ville, died Thursday, Dec. 29, 2016. There will be a private service held at the convenience of the family. (veteran)

ZWIESLER – Mary Beth (Powell) Zwiesler, 60, of Greenville, died Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. Services were held Friday, Dec. 30, 2016 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Greenville. Burial is in Greenville Cemetery.

MYERS – John David Myers, 77, of Greenville, died Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2016. A Celebration of life will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2017 at First Assembly of God, 7219 St. Rt. 118, Greenville. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. Family and friends may visit at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville on Monday, Jan. 2, 2017, from 4-7 p.m. (veteran)

RITZ – Raymond Junior Ritz, 83, of Hollansburg, died Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2016. Funeral services were held Saturday, Dec. 31 at Grace United Methodist Church, Ithaca. MECKES – William Jack Meckes, 91, of Green-

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Two World War II vets planning program BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR editor@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Thanks to the efforts of Dick Martin, Brethren Retirement Community and Greenville VFW Post 7262, two World War II veterans will soon be presenting a program to Darke County residents. Many local residents are already familiar with Joe Bredeson and a few of the talks he has given in the area, but the 96-year old Greenville resident will share the stage with Jim H. “Pee Wee” Martin, one of the original Toccoa Men made famous by HBO’s “Band of Brothers” mini-series. Pee Wee has worked as a consultant for the miniseries and will soon appear on a television program from the Smithsonian Institute. He was part of the 101st Airborne Division, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Battalion/G Company from 1942-1945 and parachuted into Normandy where he landed behind Utah Beach at 12:30 a.m. on June 6, 1944. A few months after that jump, Pee Wee was again in the leading wave during Operation Market Garden in Holland. Martin landed

DARKE COUNTY – Judge Jonathan Hein conducted a swearing in ceremony for the county’s elected ofﬁcials on Thursday, Dec. 29. Pictured above are Sheriff Toby Spencer, Hein, county engineer Jim Surber, clerk of courts Cindy Pike, commissioner Mike Rhoades, recorder Linda Stachler, prosecutor R. Kelly Ormsby, commissioner Matt Aultman, and treasurer Scott Zumbrink. Those elected appeared on the Nov. 8, 2016 ballot.

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James “Pee Wee” Martin and Joe Bredeson are in the process of putting together a program for area residents that will detail their roles in World War II.

near the town of Son. G Company fought to secure “Hell’s Highway” during this ill-fated operation. He was part of the ﬁght for 60-days before being sent to Mourmelon, France. On the 70th anniversary of D-Day, Martin became the last WWII era American paratrooper to jump over Normandy. He once again landed behind Utah Beach. Bredeson was also part of the Normandy Invasion on D-Day, June 6, 1944, but he and Martin’s paths never crossed until they met recently to prepare for their program. Of the 143 men in Bredeson’s unit who jumped on D-Day, he was one of only 10 to sur-

vive. In addition to the invasion, Bredeson was involved in the liberation of many of Hitler’s more than 100 camps. While in France, Bredeson met his wife, Denise. He spent a couple years in France after the war, but returned to the United States in 1947 and joined Swift Fertilizer. He came to Greenville in 1961. The VFW is planning to hold a luncheon program with the two veterans on Feb. 11 and the Brethren Retirement Community is hoping to hold a program for its residents in the near future. Both groups are still working to ﬁnalize plans.

Friends of GPL ready for Author’s Night GREENVILLE – Mark your calendars for a fabulous Author’s Night series 2017! The Friends of the Greenville Public Library sponsor these classy events each winter to enrich the community’s literary experience and to offer fun Friday night get-togethers during the cold months. The nights are held at Montage Cafe in downtown Greenville where delicious food and drink can be purchased, the evening is always extra-festive with live music by the cool J.R. Price and Bill Westfall. You may want to Google these authors to see what a treat you’re in for - interesting, accomplished, award-winning writers who have their own stories to tell. Author’s Night offers an opportunity to meet and get to know some of the best novelists, poets, and bloggers from all over Ohio. Jan. 13 is J.R. Irvin; Feb. 17 is The Greenville Poets; March 3 is Vivian Blevins, and April 7 is Lee Martin. As always these authors represent a wide variety of subject matter and styles. Known to her friends as Jan, J. R. Irvin is the 2015 Jeremiah Healy Mystery Winner for her debut novel The Dark End of the Rainbow. A career educator Jan retired in 2008 after teaching Spanish and English at Springboro High School, Centerville City Schools and Alter High School. Until recently she taught Spanish as an adjunct professor at Wright State. “Writing is my job now,” says Jan. We are proud that the

January Author’s Night is the ofﬁcial launch of Jan’s just-published second novel The Rules of the Game. Jan plans to hold drawings for several prizes and her books will be available for purchase. Jan has served as a long-time volunteer for the Antioch Writers Workshop. She shared that she will be a First Book Talk speaker at the 2017 Workshop in July. “It’s such an honor to be invited to present there.” Her stories have appeared in both print and online journals and magazines including Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine and Spark a creative anthology. Jan grew up near Youngstown where she says, “My father was very

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encouraging of my writing. He’d be so proud.” Jan and her husband live in Springboro at the edge of a nature park where they are avid canoeists. Learn more about Jan’s novels and writing career at www. janetirvin.wordpress.com.

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GREENVILLE – The Community Action Partnership and Ohio Development Services Agency will help eligible Ohioans stay warm during the cold winter months. The Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program provides eligible Ohioans heating assistance if they are disconnected from their heating source, threatened with disconnection or if they have less than 25 percent supply of bulk fuel. The program runs from November 1, 2016 until March 31, 2017. “Working with Community Action Partnership, we want to help Ohioans stay warm this winter,” said David Goodman, director of the Ohio Development Services Agency. More than 450 families in Darke County were assisted through the Home Energy Assistance Winter Crisis Program last year. Community Action Partnership changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. To qualify for the Winter Crisis Program, a household must be threatened with disconnection, have been disconnected or have less than a 25 percent supply of bulk fuel. The household must also have a gross income at or below 175 percent of the federal poverty level. For a family of four the annual income must be at or below $42,525. From November 2015 – March 2016, more than 118,000 Ohioans were helped by the program statewide. Individuals interested in receiving Winter Crisis assistance must have a face-to-face interview at the local HEAP provider. Customers must bring the following items to their appointment: Proof of income (copies of pay stubs), copies of their most recent energy bills, photo ID, list 425 Memorial Dr. Greenville, OH 45331

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GREENVILLE – The Darke County Republican Women’s Club is pleased to announce its installation of ofﬁcers for 2017-2018. The installation was performed by Kay Seiler at the Dec. 12 meeting and Christmas Party. Shown are President JoEllen Melling, Secretary Katie Grow, Seiler, First Vice President Betty Hill, and Treasurer Marilyn Hittle.

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open to everyone...young and old. A free-will offering will be taken at the performance to support African Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choir programs in education and relief and development. Since 1984, the Choirâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concerts have been their main source of funding to support over 52,000 students in seven African countries. Share this information with family, friends, coworkers and more. Contact the church ofďŹ ce at (937) 773-4583 for further information.

GriefShare begins Jan. 10 GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Losing a loved one can be difďŹ cult even as a Christian. GriefShare is a place to come and be cared for, a place to talk about your loss, and learn how to deal with your grief. There is a video presentation, discussion, and then a workbook as we

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True Woman: Cry Out! Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Conference GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; On Sept. 23, 1857, Manhattan businessman Jeremiah Lanphier hosted a prayer meeting at noon. While only six people showed up, within a short period of time upward of 10,000 people were meeting in various churches for prayer every day at noon. Some estimate that one million people came to faith in Christ as a result of what became known as the great Prayer Revival of 1857-58. Now, 159 years later, we have the opportunity to gather together and cry out to the Lord. What could be more vital for such a time as this, than for women to get on their kneesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;togetherâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; repenting, pleading with God to have mercy, and to intervene in our worldâ&#x20AC;Ś praying for His kingdom to come and His will to be done on earth as it is in heaven. On Jan. 20-21, EUM Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministry will be hosting a True Woman Conference called Cry Out! at their Worship Center, 1451 Sater St., Greenville. This conference will be comprised of video messages from Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth, Janet Parshall, Mary Kassian, Stephen Kendrick, and other nationally known speakers. Also included will be the concert of prayer, which was live streamed at EUM in September. In addition, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll hear from some women from EUM, share worship, and a meal. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the powerful time of personal revival and inspiration to

UC Chamber starts Welcome Wagon UNION CITY â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Carla Benge, executive director of The Union City IN-OH Chamber of Commerce is announcing a new program that began Jan. 1. The Union City Welcome Wagon program will be available to all new citizens and new babies born that live in Union City. New families will be given gift certiďŹ cates for items such as pizza, dinner at a local restaurant, cleaning supplies, groceries, ďŹ&#x201A;oral arrangements, oil change, etc. New babies will be given gift certiďŹ cates for items such as diapers, formula, blankets, etc. All gift certificates will be purchased locally as a way to introduce new citizens to local business as well as giving them business through the purchase of the certiďŹ cates. The purchase of the certiďŹ cates will be spread around to give all businesses representation. This program is also a great way to show folks their small town hospitality.

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Pregnancy Help Center hosts concert GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Pregnancy Help Center, 105 W Third St., Greenville, is bringing the Collingsworth Family back to St. Clair Memorial Hall for another beneďŹ t concert. The concert will be held April 13, 7 p.m. Tickets are now available by calling (937) 423-4836. Ticket prices are $30 for Artist Circle seating and $20 for General seating. All seats are reserved seating. You do not want to miss this opportunity to see this amazing group. More in-

formation about the Collingsworths is available at their website, TheCollingsworthFamily.com. All proceeds will beneďŹ t the Pregnancy Center. The center wishes to thank the following sponsors for their assistance in bringing this group back to Darke County: Scott Rowland Trucking, Jim Gableâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State Farm Insurance, Jack Curryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creative Carpets, Tim Shellabarger of Arcon Builders and Eric Fee with Oliver Floyd and Braund Pope Funeral Homes.

2nd Sunday Breakfast GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The 2nd Sunday Breakfast at the Greenville Elks, 214 W. 3rd St., Greenville, will be held Jan. 8, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The menu will include eggs and omelets to order, hash browns, sausage, bacon, biscuits and sausage gravy, wafďŹ&#x201A;e bar, juice, coffee bar and more. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children under 12. This breakfast is open to the public.

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Church will honor Mowrys LAURA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Pastor Rick and Charlene Mowry, of Arcanum, will be celebrating 30 years of service at First Baptist Church, Laura. Pastor Mowry attended and graduated from Baptist Bible College in SpringďŹ eld, Mo. in 1984. He was called to First Baptist in January 1987. They have been faithfully serving at the church since that time. All are invited to a special service on Jan. 15 at the church, 1661 Haworth Road, Laura. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m. and Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. Bro. David Sumner will be the special speaker. There will be a carry-in dinner, held in Greenville, to honor the Mowrys. For additional details, visit www. fbclaura.com/anniversary.

Little Buddy Nathaniel Graf, son of Ben and Emily Graf, Big Buddy Mentor Katelyn Warner, daughter of Christopher and Jennifer Warner and Little Buddy Alexis pace, daughter of Melikka King are reading the 7 Habits of Happy Kids together.

Darke Co. Foundation gives award to BBBS GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Darke County Foundation recently awarded $1,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Darke County. The funding will be used to aid in The 7 Habits of Happy Kids Curriculum that will be utilized in the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big Buddiesâ&#x20AC;? High School Mentoring program that pairs high school freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors with elementary aged students twice a month. The High School Mentoring program known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Big Buddiesâ&#x20AC;? is a ninemonth commitment where volunteer high school freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors mentor elementary age children two times a month at an agency designation. The agency has programs that include a total of three designated sites in Darke County with locations at Ansonia Elementary School, Versailles Elementary School, and Woodland Heights Elementary School in Darke County. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County is a nonproďŹ t, United Way member, social service organization whose mission is to develop and mature quality relationships be-

tween children and volunteers. The relationship is meant to guide each child towards becoming a conďŹ dent, competent, and caring individual. The agency currently has over 15 children waiting for a volunteer to work with them. If you are interested in becoming involved and making a difference in the life of a child in the Shelby & Darke Community call (937) 492-7611 or (937) 547-9622.

Ansonia UM Movie Night ANSONIA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ansonia United Methodist Church will host its Family Movie Night on Jan. 7, 7 p.m. There will be free popcorn and drinks. This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movie will feature Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Not Dead 2. History teacher Grace Wesley (Melissa Joan Hart), a devout evangelical Christian, notices that one of her students, Brooke Thawley (Hayley Orrantia), is withdrawn following the recent accidental death of her brother. Involved in little more than her studies, Brooke notices Graceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hope-ďŹ lled attitude and asks where Grace ďŹ nds her optimism.

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ON YOUR MIND

READERS WRITE There are Good People I have read stories of groups or organizations doing things to raise money for needy families. This is about what one little boy did. I was at the laundromat when a little, that I’m guessing to be in the lower grades, came into the laundromat with his mother. They left, but came back a short time later. They came to the table where another lady and I were sitting talking. He explained this year instead of getting presents he wanted to give presents. He laid a $50 bill in front of both the other lady and myself. This also happened the day after the incident at Ohio State University. By his act this little boy let me know there are good people in this world. This incident also proved there are parents doing the right things. I have no idea who this little boy is. I don’t think they wanted us to know. I did manage to say thank you as did the other lady. I was so surprised it was probably not a proper thank you. I appreciate the money, but more than that, I appreciate the little boy’s wanting to give. I’m sure he received a blessing as well. If he reads this, thank you to you and your parents! Donna Bixler, Greenville ------------------------------Mitten Tree Thank You Dear friends, Thanks to the generous spirit of the people of our community, the Fish Mitten Tree has once again provided mittens and gloves to warm the hands and hearts of children en-

rolled in Darke County Head Start programs. This hearty demonstration of the true spirit of Christmas which lingers long beyond December 25 is very much appreciated. Special gratitude is extended to Aaron and Michele Cox and their staff at Montage Cafe in Greenville and the dependable crew at Arcanum’s Ben Franklin Store who watched over the trees in their places of business, as well as to Holly Hill, Janet Ashworth, and others at the Brethren’s Retirement Community who looked after the Mitten Tree at that facility. Also, thanks to the Darke County Commissioners who enlisted the aid of their able staff to kick off the project, meeting and visiting with youngsters from Head Start while hanging the ﬁrst mittens on the tree at Montage. Many local churches, clubs, and organizations donated mittens, gloves, and more to the Mitten Tree; sincere thanks goes to these groups and the individuals who coordinated their involvement. Additionally, due to a signiﬁcant monetary contribution from a Darke County native who now lives outof-state, each Head Start student received a book of their own for Christmas. This successful project could not have been possible without the publicity provided by our local news outlets; their assistance is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Marilyn Delk, Greenville Fish volunteer

COLUMBUS - State Senator Bill Beagle (R-Tipp City) applauded the creation of a new online tool helping to connect Ohio’s employers with a pool of newly trained workers possessing the skills needed to fill the most in-demand jobs. Businesses can use specific labor market data to compare candidates statewide for strategic recruitment decisions, and policymakers can gain datadriven insights to prioritize workforce reform. The purpose of the tool is to help all parties better understand the current supply of labor and to help businesses meet current and future talent and workforce needs. “Access to real-time data about Ohio’s emerging workforce helps employers find and compete for the most qualified individuals to fill available positions,” said Senator Beagle who leads the Ohio Senate Subcommittee on Workforce Development. “This online tool assists higher education leaders as well as students and families in determining which programs offer the best returns on investment. As Ohio’s higher education and training programs compete for limited resources, we must determine which best align with

the state’s critical workforce needs, and which should be reevaluated.” The Workforce Supply Tool, made possible by a $180,000 National Skills Coalition State Workforce and Education Alignment Project (SWEAP) Grant, connects businesses to local technical centers, community colleges and universities to discover emerging talent within in-demand fields. The supply tool will reside on the OhioMeansJobs.com website under the Employer tab at The Workforce Supply Tool, or at https://workforcesupply.chrr.ohio-state.edu/. Still in its prototype stage, the website was a collaborative effort between the Ohio Department of Higher Education, the Governor’s Office of Workforce Transformation and the Department of Job and Family Services. Officials from the three state entities gathered on Thursday for a live demonstration of the new online tool. The supply tool, which currently includes approximately 20 in-demand occupations, will be expanded early next year to include 200 individual occupations, making regional supply pipeline forecasts predictable for employers across the state of Ohio.

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Farewell to the residents of the 84th HD To the Residents of the 84th House District, As the year and my JIM BUCHY term of office OHIO wind down, I REPRESENTATIVE want to take a minute to thank you for the privilege of serving in the Ohio House of Representatives for 24 years. There is no better place WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and Rob Portman (R-OH) announced that the Fiscal Year 2017 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) signed into law recently by President Barack Obama authorizes $12.6 million to consolidate the operations of two active Entry Control Points (ECPs) at WrightPatterson Air Force Base (WPAFB). This consolidation would improve security and traffic flow at the base. The NDAA also authorizes $14.4 million for facilities upgrades, equipment installation, and other projects that increase energy efficiency and approximately $1.1 billion for Air Force Research and Development projects and programs run out of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at WPAFB. “Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is critical to our nation’s military and to southwest Ohio’s economy,” Brown said. “This law is an important step in ensuring that WrightPatterson has the funding needed to upgrade its facility, enhance safety, and bolster the important research being done on base. We will continue working with our Senate colleagues to maintain our commitment to Wright-Patterson.” “Keeping Ohio’s aerospace industry strong and competitive is critical not only to our state’s economy, but to the national security of the United States,” Portman said. “This legislation— now law—will ensure that

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are among the best in the state. We have the best administrators and teachers and, coupled with our hard working families, people stay here and rear the future generations. As long as we hold these values high, we will always be successful. Come January, we will be well represented in the Ohio House by Keith Faber, who was just term limited as a member of

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the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base remains a national leader in delivering world-class national security capabilities to our men and women in uniform by providing resources to help protect and improve the base.” In August 2015, Brown urged U.S. Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James US KE FB I L ON

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Volunteer open house at Darke Co. Parks GREENVILLE – Start the new year off right by signing up as a volunteer with Darke County Parks. Park staff will be hosting a Volunteer Open House on Jan. 14, 2 p.m., at Shawnee Prairie Nature Center. The open house will feature an overview of the volunteer program, special events, programming, and regular operations. Veteran volunteers will be present to discuss their favorite aspect of volunteering, and Volunteer Coordinator Kathi McQueen will guide new volunteers to their best ﬁt in the parks. Volunteering with Darke County Parks is so much more than helping with Prairie Days or summer camps. Everyone has

their own particular talent, and that talent has a place with the parks. From school ﬁeld trips to “Naturalist in the Classroom,” habitat healing to staffing the reception desk, animal care to “Adopt a Park,” and so much more, there is a place for everyone within the volunteer program. If the open house date doesn’t work for you, but you’d still like to volunteer, feel free to contact the Darke County Parks Ofﬁce for more information. McQueen can be reached at the Darke County Parks’ Nature Center at (937) 548-0165 during normal business hours, or feel free to email her at kmcqueen@darkecountyparks.org.

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GREENVILLE – Recently I shopped at a little shop on Broadway in downtown Greenville. The store is Country Primitives. While I was shopping there, I noticed a wooden plate, which was painted with a cardinal and candle on it. It read “When you see a cardinal, think of me.” I told the girl (working at the shop), Ms. White, about the cardinal meaning so much to me and my family. About my brother Don, who was a self-taught artist and he always put a cardinal in his paintings somewhere. He started this because our mother, Melvina

Wentworth loved feeding the cardinals and she always called them her red birds. Don called his paintings by the “Red Bird Gallery.” My brother passed away from cancer two yers ago this past August. He was my baby brother, ﬁve years younger than me. We have one other sister (in the middle), Barbara. She is still living here in Greenville. To get back to my story about the plate, after I purchased a couple other items in the store, the girl wished me a Merry Christmas and I also did the same to her. I left the store, saying maybe I’ll be back before Christmas to buy the plate, I would think about it.

I had no longer left the store until this young Ms. White came running up to me, saying ‘Mam, mam, I want you to have this.’ She gave me the plate! I said ‘I cannot take this’ and I also said ‘what will your mother say?’ Her mom owns and runs the business. Ms. White replied ‘she’ll understand’ and that they both have big hearts. Ms. White and I stood there on the sidewalk hugging and wishing each other a Merry Christmas. I brought the plate home, placing it in my kitchen with a candle and cardinal near so all of my family can see it when they come home for Christmas. Just this week, I got a little gift tray together for

Ms. White and her family, writing her a card and thanking her again, telling her I could just feel the love coming from her. When I dropped it off at the store, Ms. White had just left, but I got to meet her mother. She, too, hugged me and teared up when I told her that her daughter was a very special person. She agreed and said her daughter believes in Jesus and just wants to share her love and faith with others. I told Ms. White in the note I wrote to her that from now on, I will not only think of my family when I see a cardinal, but I will always think of her and the love I felt coming from her on that cold December Day.

CBC rallies support for blood donor month DAYTON - After the hustle bustle of the holidays and the first snow of the season, it’s tempting to hunker down during the month of January and hibernate. Community Blood Center hopes you’ll venture out when able to make a New Year’s blood donation. January is National Blood Donor Month, a tradition that began in 1970 to raise awareness that blood is often in short supply during the winter months. The challenge begins with December’s holiday activities, vacations and family travel. The arrival of winter brings snow storms, school cancelations, difficult road conditions and seasonal illness combine to make blood collections more difficult. CBC begins the New Year with an ample reserve and careful blood collection planning in place to reliably provide the blood and blood products needed to its 25 partner hospitals and health centers across a 15-county service area. “We have to be constantly vigilant, and con-

sistently recycle the blood types and blood products that may be needed at a moment’s notice,” said CBC Chief Operating Ofﬁcer Jodi Minneman. We have collection goals to meet every day, no matter what obstacles we face. We count on our donors to help us overcome any challenge.” CBC must register approximately 300 blood and platelet donors per day, with an average of seven mobile blood drives per day. National Blood Donor Month is also a time to honor all those who donate whole blood, platelets, and plasma. “We love our donors,” said Jodi. “They care so much for the good of our community.” Blood is needed approximately every two seconds to treat patients with cancer and other diseases, organ transplant recipients, and accident victims. Car accident victims may require dozens of units of blood and blood products. Only 37 percent of the U.S. population is eligible to give blood, and less than

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10 percent donate annually. A whole blood donation takes about an hour. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment online at www.DonorTime.com or call 1-800388-GIVE. If you are at least 17 years of age (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds (you may have to weigh more depending on your height) and meet other donor requirements, you may be eligible to donate blood. Learn more at www.GivingBlood.org.

Connect with Community Blood Center for the latest information and services at www.GivingBlood. org. Get fast and complete answers on how to make your ﬁrst donation, organize a blood drive, or bring our education program to your school. Get all the updates in the CBC/CTS newsroom, ﬁnd quick links to our social media pages, or schedule your next appointment to donate by connecting to www.DonorTime.com.

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Stelvideo named Distinguished Grange GREENVILLE – This past November, Stelvideo Grange #295 learned it was named a Distinguished Grange. The announcement came during the 150th National Grange Convention in Washington, D.C. National Grange Master Betsy E. Huber made the announcement. Ohio State Master/president Bob White accepted the award on behalf of Stelvideo Grange #295.

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GREENVILLE – Give me shelter. Many people spend a fair amount of time outdoors, and while many do not choose to camp during the cold winter months, it’s nice to know how to set up a shelter in the event of an emergency while on the trails. Join Darke County Parks as they welcome back Rob Simpson from the Canteen Shop for a winter shelter building course on Jan. 7

at noon at Shawnee Prairie. Remember, call the Nature Center to register and to dress for the weather because participants will be outside for the duration of this free survival course. To register for the Winter Survival Shelters course or for more information about this or any other exciting program, call the Nature Center at (937) 548-0165.

Youth basketball signup set for Jan. 6 VERSAILLES – If you are searching for a fun way to get your kids active during the winter months, the YMCA’s Youth Basketball league begins in January. The registration deadline is Jan. 6 for the league, which will take place on Saturday mornings at the Versailles Y. Kids who participate in youth basketball at the Y are able to develop a variety of skills, from catching and dribbling to teamwork and sportsmanship. Just as important, they learn ﬁrsthand the beneﬁts of being healthy and active—and that virtual games just can’t compare to the real thing. The basketball league will be at the Versailles Branch. There will be teams in

two age groups, ages 4-6 and ages 7-10. Pre-season for the 7-10 age group is Jan. 7 at 9 a.m. (No pre-season for the 4-6 age group.) Practices are Jan. 14 and 21. Games are January 28 through March 4. The league is $25 for members and $50 for potential members. All participants will receive a tshirt. Volunteer coaches are crucial to the league’s success. Anyone interested in coaching should come to the meeting for volunteer coaches on Jan. 10, at 6 p.m. in Versailles. Questions may be directed to Tyler Roberts, at troberts@ymcadarkecounty.org or 548-3777.

GREENVILLE – What does 2017 look like for Western Ohio farmers and agricultural businesses? Learn what to expect this year during an agricultural outlook meeting Feb. 3 at noon presented by agriculture economists and swine specialist with the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences at The Ohio State University. The presentation is part of the 2017 Agricultural Policy and Outlook series offered by The Ohio State University Extension, the outreach arm of the college. This meeting is being hosted by the Agriculture and Natural Resources Educators from Auglaize, Darke, Miami, Mercer and Shelby Counties. The meeting is partially sponsored by Farm Credit Mid America Merchants

GREENVILLE – Each year the Darke County Park District is forced to spend over $1,000 in taxpayers’ money to clean up and remove trash dumped on park property. Recently, Winterrowd Wetlands on St. Rt. 47 just west of Ansonia was the victim of yet another dumping. A pile of broken concrete and trash were dumped near the parking area. This dumping was in direct violation of not only Darke County Park District rules and regulations, but also of the Ohio Revised Code. It is illegal to dump trash, household goods, yard waste, construction materials, or other refuse on park property. This is the second case of dumping on park property in two years, and each time

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GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dan Franz, a 1967 Franklin Monroe graduate holds the all-time single game OHSAA (Ohio High School Athletic Association) rebounding record for the State of Ohio. Franz is approaching the 50th year of earning the prestigious record, a record the 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;? Franklin Monroe center set in the 1966-1967 season with 43 rebounds in a game against the Covington Buccaneers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was a tall awkward boy that could jump,â&#x20AC;? said Franz. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t shoot well. It was not for several years until I got better so I just determined that I needed to get the ball to play.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would get the ball and give it to the other guys and beat them down the ďŹ&#x201A;oor and if they missed I could put it back,â&#x20AC;? continued Franz. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would get baskets that wayâ&#x20AC;Śso it was the way I could play.â&#x20AC;?

Franz averaged 22 points and 24 rebounds his senior year for a Franklin Monroe team that ďŹ nished the season with a 22-1 record. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a big deal in high school and I was a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;High School Harryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; like everybody else,â&#x20AC;? Franz said of his high school days. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought it was a big deal but I got humbled in college. Every guy I played was 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;10â&#x20AC;?, 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;11â&#x20AC;? and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a centerâ&#x20AC;ŚIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;6â&#x20AC;?. I was a back to the basket player, a rebounder and led the fast break. I liked to lead the fast break.â&#x20AC;? Franz went on to play basketball for the Charleston Southern University Buccaneers, a Division I school playing in the NCAA Big South Conference where he was a four year starter at the center position, was the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MVP his freshman year and still holds several of the schools records. An auto accident between his freshman and sophomore season kept Franz from walking for six

months causing the CSU center to â&#x20AC;&#x153;miss a good bitâ&#x20AC;? of time on the court. While playing at CSU, Franz became the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst player to score more than 1,000 points and pull down over 1,000 rebounds in a career while averaging 16 rebounds and 14 points a game over four seasons of play. A 1971 CSU graduate, Franz was inducted into the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Basketball Hall of Fame on May 9, 1989, the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ rst class of inductees. The elite CSU basketball Hall of Fame includes just 17 inductees, both men and women alumni basketball players. After graduating from CSU, Franz joined the CSU coaching staff as an assistant menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball coach and played for the Charleston All-Stars, a team that played all the ACC teams that barnstormed the countryside. Franz had an opportunity to play against some of basketballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s greats including NBA Hall of Fam-

Jon Coomer (son-in-law), Will Coomer (grandson) and Dan Franz (Gaylen Blosser photo)

er Wes Unseld. Franzâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s college roommate guarded Pistol Pete Maravich â&#x20AC;&#x153;and held him to 63 points,â&#x20AC;? Franz said with a chuckle. Franz married his high school sweetheart, Sally Stickley and are the proud parents of two children, Ami Coomer of Greenville and Stacy Simmons now residing in Cincinatti. The couple have four grandchildren, two boys and two girls. Dan and Sally can now be seen at home and on the

road watching their grandson Will Coomer, a 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;4â&#x20AC;? junior forward playing basketball for Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s varsity team. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love watching them,â&#x20AC;? Franz said of his grandson and his Green Wave teammates. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nothing better.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I loved having kids too, but you have so much more responsibility with a child that you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have with a grandchild. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve used up my noâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s,â&#x20AC;? chuckled Franz, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just say yesâ&#x20AC;Śwhat do you want.â&#x20AC;?

Franz shared several words of advice to athletes wanting to succeed at the game of basketball. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatever drills they do be ďŹ rst. Any ball that goes up itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yoursâ&#x20AC;Śgo get it and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll play you,â&#x20AC;? Franz said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have to play you if get them the ball and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re the ďŹ rst one down the ďŹ&#x201A;oor. Work hard. Listen to what they tell you and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll succeedâ&#x20AC;Śeverybody canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be the leading scorer.â&#x20AC;?

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Versailles boys too much for Rockets

VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Michigan Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kyle Ahrens takes in Versailles vs Anna basketball game to watch his alma mater and twin brothers Justin and AJ Ahrens defeat the Rockets over Christmas break (Gaylen Blosser photo)

BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Tigers boys basketball team used a strong ďŹ rst half to defeat the Anna Rockets 69-46 Wednesday night. They (Anna) are a very good team,â&#x20AC;? said Versailles Coach Travis Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have been playing very well lately. We knew we were going to have our hands full with them tonight if we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come out and execute.â&#x20AC;? The Tigers led the entire game beginning with an Alex Wendel opening layup at 7:39 in the ďŹ rst period of play. The Rockets hit four ďŹ rst quarter three-pointers, three coming early from 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;10â&#x20AC;? Mason Platfoot bringing a timeout from the Versailles bench. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Looked like Dunbar for a little bit all over again,â&#x20AC;? said Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We just have to be able to closeout on the shooters a little bit better. We knew going in that he was capable of doing that. He hit some deep

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ones, but we just have to do a little better job on the defensive end.â&#x20AC;? The Tigers put 26 ďŹ rst quarter points on the board, led by Justin Ahrensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 10 points including two treys and Connor Custenborderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seven points including a triple while the team was holding the visitors to 12 points, all coming by way of four threepointers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He played tremendous,â&#x20AC;? Swank said of Custenborder. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Connor has worked really hard to ďŹ ne tune his game and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s paying a lot of dividends for him this year.â&#x20AC;? AJ Ahrens led Versailles with seven second quarter points including a three stretching the Tigers lead to 47-18 with 2:02 on the second quarter clock before the teams headed to the break with the Tigers holding a commanding 4723 advantage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He (AJ Ahrens) is a kid that you love having on the teamâ&#x20AC;Śdoes everything that is asked of him,â&#x20AC;? Swank said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little undersized as far as height wise goes but he plays with tremendous heart and effort. When you are a little undersized in the post and you can play that way you can get by.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Offensively we do a lot of good things moving the ball,â&#x20AC;? stated Swank. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really stress the extra pass. In the ďŹ rst half especially, we showed that we can move the ball with the best of them.â&#x20AC;? Versailles gave up an incredibly low one ďŹ rst-half turnover in building its 24 point halftime lead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have been struggling on the year with some careless turnovers and we are starting to get rid of those,â&#x20AC;? Swank noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You have to to win games.â&#x20AC;? Justin Ahrens added eight points including two three pointers to lead the Tigers in third period scoring with the teams heading to the ďŹ nal quarter of play with Versailles up 62-37. The fourth period had Coach Swank going to his

Connor Custenborder drives to the basket for Versailles in win over Anna (Gaylen Blosser photo)

bench with his starting ďŹ ve not seeing the court for more than the ďŹ nal ďŹ ve minutes in the Tigers win over the Rockets.

Justin Ahrens led all scorers in the game with 25 points including ďŹ ve of the teams 12 three-pointers on the night.

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Union City senior Courtney Wise was awarded the game ball after breaking the 1,000 career point milestone in Thursdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Tournament championship game. Read more about her high school basketball achievements at bluebagmedia.com (Clinton Randall photo)

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Versailles Lady Tigers dominate Anna BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

VERSAILLES â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Versailles Lady Tigers wasted little time putting a Wednesday night game against the visiting Anna Lady Rockets in the win column by a 69-46 score after the holiday break. â&#x20AC;&#x153;After having 10 days off it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pretty but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take that on our home court right now,â&#x20AC;? said Versailles Coach Jacki Stonebraker. A Kami McEldowney basket at 7:42 in the ďŹ rst quarter gave the girls from Versailles a 2-0 lead, a lead that would hold until the ďŹ nal buzzer of the night. Six Lady Tigers got in the ďŹ rst period scoring column led by McEldowneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 11 points including a threepointer and 2-2 at the line to give the Lady Tigers a 23-10 advantage after one quarter of play. Period No. 2 had the Lady Tigers taking advantage of ďŹ ve second quarter points each from McEldowney and Elizabeth Ording to push its lead to 3923 at the break. An Ording layup opened third quarter play extending the Lady Tigers lead to 41-23 with 7:23 on the clock. McEldowney led the Lady Tigers third quarter scoring with six points including 2-2 at the line as the home team took a 5437 lead to the ďŹ nal period of play. With the game well in hand Coach Stonebraker continued to go deep into her bench in the fourth with the Lady Tigers handing Anna a 62-46 non-conference win. McEldowney led Ver-

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Kami McEldowney scores two of her game high 22 points for the Versailles Lady Tigers in win over Anna (Gaylen Blosser photo)

sailles and all scorers in the game with 22 points including a perfect 5-5 at the line while picking up one lone defensive foul on the night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought it was a quiet 22,â&#x20AC;? Stonebraker said of McEldowneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s scoring. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She got some back door cuts for easy layups, but when I looked at the board and she had 22 it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t seem like that. I really thought she played the whole ďŹ&#x201A;oor game, not just the offensive end.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Other kids stepped up,â&#x20AC;? added Stonebraker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I though Liz (Elizabeth Ording) had a nice game in the post. They (Anna) are bigger and she was able to rebound and score above them.â&#x20AC;? Freshman Lindsey Winner scored four points in the game getting her share

of minutes on the court for the Lady Tigers.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lindsey is just so athletic,â&#x20AC;? Stonebraker noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to keep her off the ďŹ&#x201A;oor. When one of our â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bigsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is in foul trouble, we like to reach down on our bench.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still a work in progress,â&#x20AC;? said Stonebraker. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We go get them for the ďŹ rst four or ďŹ ve minutes of the game and then we kinda sag off and get comfortable.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m happy with our full court game. Our pressing is really good and I happy with the way that we run the court offensively as well,â&#x20AC;? Stonebraker added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re getting better. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have as many dips and valleys and peaks as much these last couple of weeks as we did at the beginning of the year.â&#x20AC;?

Jets get home win over Hawks BY GAYLEN BLOSSER SPORTS WRITER gblosser@earlybirdpaper.com

PITSBURG â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The much taller Franklin Monroe Jets defeated the Mississinawa Valley Blackhawks in the nightcap of the opening round of the Jets Holiday tournament 54-41 Thursday night. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pretty,â&#x20AC;? FM Coach Troy Myers said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a win.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;They beat us by 13â&#x20AC;Ś we just got to play better,â&#x20AC;? said MV Coach Tim Barga. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not talking, we had a lot of turnovers, a lot of defensive mistakes, but we hustled.â&#x20AC;? FM took a 20-11 ďŹ rst quarter lead taking advantage of seven Ethan Canley Points including a trey and six Kameron Thurmond points including 2-2 at the line. Trent Perkins knocked down two three-pointers and a bucket to lead MV with eight ďŹ rst quarter points. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought early we climbed on them and then it kinda got staleâ&#x20AC;Śkinda took our fans out of it. Took the life out of us. We just had to claw and get it done.â&#x20AC;? The Jets extended its lead by two in the second with the teams going to the break and Franklin Monroe holding a 32-21 advantage. The tournament hosts Jets took period three by a 14-6 score to move out to a 46-27 score with three quarters in the book. The Blackhawks battled back with four players hitting triples in the fourth to

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put 14 points on the board while Coach Myers was going deep into his bench for a 54-41 ďŹ nal score. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not late in the year but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for the seniors to step up... do what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supposed to be doing and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not happening,â&#x20AC;? Barga said following the game. Ethan Conley led FM and all scorers in the game with 20 points on the night including three treys and a crowd-pleasing dunk.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;They play extremely hard which Tim (Coach Barga) does a really good job,â&#x20AC;? Myers noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He gets them to play hard. They play a really controlled pace of play. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not in a hurry on offense. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll slow you down. Defensively they played a matchup zoneâ&#x20AC;Śjust controlled the pace and we knew they were going to do that but we just try to play our game.â&#x20AC;?

GREENVILLE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The Greenville boys easily defeated the Stebbins Indians varsity basketball team in a Tuesday night home game by a 69-55 score. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a good one to bounce back after a tough loss on Friday and coming back after the Holidays,â&#x20AC;? said Greenville Coach Kyle Joseph. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Good to get the win.â&#x20AC;? Greenville got on the board ďŹ rst taking a 2-0 lead at 7:33 on the opening period clock and stretched its lead to 14-3 at the three minute mark. The Wave would use six Peter Pandy ďŹ rst quarter points to lead 18-9 after one period of play. Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s big quarter of the night came in the second with the Wave outscoring the visitors 19-5 to take a 37-14 lead at the break. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They have good athletes. We did a great job eliminating their transition in the ďŹ rst half and making it hard on them to score,â&#x20AC;? Joseph noted. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I thought our ďŹ rst half was the most compete half that weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve put together for the year.â&#x20AC;? Aaron Rich led the assault with eight points including a three pointer while Devin Hendrix was drilling two treys for six points. With Coach Joseph continually rotating his bench, at times keeping four starters on the bench,

Devin Hendrix drives to the basket for Greenville in win over Stebbins (Gaylen Blosser photo)

the Indians whittled away at Greenvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lead to trail 51-35 after three complete. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Third quarter especially they did a good job of getting up and down,â&#x20AC;? said Joseph. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We want to get up and down too but we gave up a few too many layups. Those are things we still have to tighten up.â&#x20AC;? Isiah Gable led GHS with six points in the frame while Jonathon Mpanzu was knocking down 11 points for the Indians in the period. Aaron Rich accounted for nine fourth quarter points including a three and 4-4 at the line and Isaiah Gable was adding seven points including a three pointer and 2-2 at the

charity stripe to lead the Wave with 18 fourth quarter points giving the home team a 69-55 win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We let off a little bit in the second half but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still trying to work on some things too,â&#x20AC;? Joseph stated. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overall very pleased with the effort.â&#x20AC;? Another packed house greeted the home standing Wave as they move to 4-2 on the season and 4-1 in the GWOC American North. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our guys feed off of that,â&#x20AC;? Joseph said of the loyal Green Wave fans. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They love having them hereâ&#x20AC;Śhope to keep getting them out.â&#x20AC;? Aaron Rich led all scorers in the game with 23 points.

Lady Indians defend title BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER crandall@earlybirdpaper.com

UNION CITY, Ind. The Union City Lady Indians successfully defended their Girls Basketball Holiday Tournament title with a 55-30 win Thursday night against Hauser. Though they were able to get past Liberty Christian 56-48 in the 12-team, two-day tournament opener and Morristown 39-29 in the semiďŹ nal, Union City allowed the scores to stay close after having some tough quarters of play. That would deďŹ nitely not be the case in the championship game. From the tip, the Lady Indians controlled the tempo. Mixed with great execution offensively and holding the Lady Jets to single digits in all four quarters, UC never let up and was able to seal the victory early. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The girls came and were ready to go. They put the throttle down and didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look back,â&#x20AC;? UC head coach Sarah Black said following the win. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They attacked, attacked, attacked...plus executed very well and took care of business!â&#x20AC;? Union City was led by Courtney Wise who joined the 1,000 club with a game high 25 points and broke the single game school record with eight blocked shots. Kelsey Zimmers scored eight points and Justiss Cantu added seven, along with four assists. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was pleased to see us play four great quarters and not let up. Good decision making, getting rebounds and controlling the ball,â&#x20AC;? Coach Black added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a great team win tonight!â&#x20AC;? Wise was named tournament MVP, along with Kora

The Union City Lady Indians lift their Holiday Tournament trophy in which they have won back-to-back years. Like The Early Bird Facebook page for more photos from the tournament. (Clinton Randall photo)

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Family, friends honor Delaplane with surprise send-off SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

GREENVILLE – Romer’s Catering set the scene Wednesday night for a surprise open house in honor of retiring Darke County Commissioner Diane Delaplane. Family, friends and local elected ofﬁcials gathered for the event, offering thanks and well wishes for Delaplane’s retirement after eight years of service. Organized by her daughter, Danielle Patel, Delaplane said she really was surprised when her family brought her to Romer’s – where she was told to read a sign on the door announcing the open house.

“She said ‘I can’t believe you did this,” Patel said, explaining how she used every form of communication available to pull off the surprise – including her mother’s Christmas card list, texting and Facebook, along with mailing and passing around actual paper invitations. “It deﬁnitely was a big surprise. There’s a lot of people here I’ve been friends with forever. A lot of county employees – they’re employees but also who are friends,” Delaplane said. County commissioners and department employees gave Delaplane another send-off following Wednesday’s afternoon commission meeting – hoping she’d think that was her

Retiring State Representative Jim Buchy presents retiring Diane Delaplane with a commendation for her service as a county commissioner. (Susan Hartley photo)

ﬁnal thank you and goodbye. One friend who attended the surprise open house was Danette Buemi, who has known Delaplane for

45 years. Buemi was sporting a Delaplane campaign button for the event. “We have a long history,” said Buemi, a California

native who moved to Darke County when she and her husband Tom came back to his hometown following their service in the military. “I was in need of a friend and I heard at church that Diane had just moved into the area from Florida. I went knocking on her door and asked ‘Do you need a friend?’ We’ve been friends for 45 years. I was the maid of honor at her wedding to Dan.” Buemi said she’s grateful for the service Delaplane has rendered to Darke County. “She did what she needed to do,” Buemi noted. “Of course, everything she does is wonderful.” Delaplane also acknowledged her long-lasting

friendship with Buemi. “She’s been everything for me – from campaign manager, my supporter and my babysitter.” Also in attendance at the open house was fellow retiree State Representative Jim Buchy of Greenville. Buchy presented Delaplane with a commendation from the Ohio House of Representatives for her years of service to Darke County. “Diane’s roots are deep in Darke County,” Buchy said. “She’s typical of the people who have given of their time and talent to our community. It’s people like Diane Delaplane who step forward so we can have the kind of lifestyle we have in Darke County.”

Commissioners approve 2017 appropriations SUSAN HARTLEY

STAFF WRITER shartley@earlybirdpaper.com

DARKE COUNTY – Darke County commissioners approved 2017 appropriations Wednesday totaling $77,651,774.85. County Auditor Carol Ginn presented the ﬁgures for approval, breaking down the total as follows: * General Fund: $23,372,731.81, which is an increase of $2,994,335.24 over 2016 appropriations.

* Outside Funds: $54,279,043.04 The estimated revenue for the 2017 General Fund is $17,802,342.77, which reﬂects an increase of $2,276,628.87 over the 2016 estimated revenue of $15,525,713.90. The 2017 unencumbered balance for the 2017 General Fund is $5,570,389.04, an increase over the 2016 unencumbered balance of $717,706.37. According to Ginn, the 2017 unencum-

bered balance for 2017 of $5,570,389.04 was achieved due “to the conservative efforts of the Darke County elected ofﬁcials and department heads working together, along with a 2.92 percent sales tax revenue increase over the previous year.” Ginn also pointed out the increase in appropriations for 2017 is due in part to employer cost of health insurance, South Farm Industrial Park loan repayment, county permanent improvement fund, reimbursable federal and state grants, and the government safety grant for

the county’s new MARKS communication system, which is a continuing project for 2017. Ginn reminded commissioners about several state funded decreases that will be felt by the county, including the sales tax on Medicaid managed care set to end this coming June. Darke County, she said, will see a decrease of $250,000 to $300,000 for 2017, and up to $600,000 for 2018. Following her initial presentation, Ginn addressed the estimated increase in revenue ﬁgures, which include:

* $1,850,127.75 in state and federal grand reimbursements * $1,000,000 in the possible sale of county property * $413,934 in transfer advances back to the county These amounts total $3,264.061.75, which is $987,432 less than the estimated revenue for 2016, she said, and does not reﬂect an actual increase in revenue but accounts for revenue being transferred or advanced from one account to another. Prior to Wednesday’s commission meeting,

Commissioners Mike Stegall and Mike Rhoades said the 2017 appropriations reﬂected a tightening of spending for the county. “We’re battening down the hatches,” he said, noting that commission and county leaders were “already planning ahead” in preparation for the “next downfall.” Commissioners noted the loss of revenue from Medicaid and other state funding sources to local governments. “State money is like Casino money,” said Commissioner Mike Stegall. “You can’t count on it.”

Treasured Island will be restored in 2017

Winners of The Early Bird/Bluebag Media Coloring Contest are (front row) David Reed, Caiden Walters, Laila Erisman, Griffen Shipp, (back row) Donna Shultz, Virginia Henn, Grace Penquite, and Kylee Winner. Not pictured are Orvilene Miller, Halle Bell, Hannah Luthman and Sienna Hoffman. (Ryan Berry photo)

Early Bird announces coloring contest winners GREENVILLE – The Early Bird/Bluebag Media is pleased to announce the winners of their recent Coloring Contest. Nearly 300 entries were received from children age 3-12 years old and by adults over 65 years of age. The Early Bird’s sales representatives served as judges and found it difﬁcult to determine winners in each category. Winners are as follows (listed ﬁrst through third): 3-5 Years – Sienna Hoffman (4), Greenville; Laila Erisman (5), Greenville; Griffen Shipp (5) 6-8 Years – David Reed (8), Pitsburg; Hannah Luthman (7), Versailles; Caiden Walters (8), Greenville 9-12 Years – Kylee Winner (12), New Weston; Grace Penquite (12), Arcanum; Halle Bell (11), New Madison 65+ Years – Orvilene Miller, Greenville; Virginia Henn, Verona; Donna Shultz, Greenville

Annette Sanders, advertising manager for The Early Bird/Bluebag Media, said, “Thank you to all who participated in this year’s coloring contest. We had such a fun time seeing all of the entries, and meeting the winners. Darke County has some mighty talented people! We look forward to next year’s contest.” This year’s winners received $50 in Santa Bucks that can be used at participating businesses. Second and third place winners received $25 and $15, respectively. Sponsors for this year’s contest were Troutwine Auto Sales and Ben Franklin in Arcanum, Candy Bouquet, Loudy’s, Greenville National Bank, Greenville Ace Hardware, Dominos and Fitzwater Tree & Lawn Care in Greenville, Didier Hardware in Union City, John’s IGA in Versailles, and Preble County Power Equipment & Rental in Eaton.

GREENVILLE – The Friends of the Greenville City Parks thank everyone who contributed to the Treasured Island Restoration Project. They are happy to report the restoration will begin this spring. “We are so blessed to live in a community that works together to make good things happen,” stated Jenny Clark, president of the Friends group. “We formed a nonproﬁt group, Friends of the Greenville City Parks, in September to help with the needs of the city parks. In just four months we have received donations from many citizens that live here or have lived here in the past, and also from people that just visit our parks, and believe this is a worthy cause. We had two fundraisers that brought in additional funds to support the project. Our biggest donation, however, came from the Coppock Hole Foundation in memory of Fred Coppock. The giving legacy of the Coppock Hole Foundation is a great example of what one family’s tradition of giving back to the community can do. With their help, and the support we have received from others that care about the future of the park, we will be able to make the Treasured Island beautiful again,” said Clark. The Treasured Island landscape design was awarded to Hupman’s Landscaping. The design features four bordered

Shown is an artist rendering of how the island in the Greenville City Park will appear.

beds with plantings of Colorado Blue Spruce, Pyramid Limber Pines, Crimson King Norway Maple Trees, Redbud Trees, and Golden Weeping Willow Trees. It will also feature a ﬂagpole with lights that will be incorporated in one of the beds surrounded by six Knock Out rose bushes. The Friends group has additional upgrades they are considering helping with in the park if funds become available. “Our group brings ideas to the Greenville Park board for consideration and approval. Everything we do must get pre-approval from the city,” emphasized Clark. “We would love to work on the other island across the street at the same time we are working on the big island,” Clark said. “We

forward with this additional project this spring,” stated Clark. Those interested in donating to The Friends of the Greenville City Parks, should know that we are a 501 C3 nonproﬁt organization. Your tax deductible donation will be used to preserve, protect and maintain the Greenville City Parks for future generations to enjoy. We sincerely appreciate the support we have received and are hoping to continue the progress in improving the city parks.” Donors can make checks payable to Friends of the Greenville City Parks, P.O. Box 11, Greenville, Ohio 45331. Visit their website for more information, www.friendsofthegreenvillecityparks. org.

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ULIPS moves forward with preservation SPARTANBURG, Ind. – The Union Literary Institute Preservation Society (ULIPS) has completed the installation of an historical marker and has received a signiﬁcant grant. ULIPS is a group dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Greenville Negro Settlement, which was the earliest settlement of African-American freedmen in Indiana (1822.) The settlement once covered 10-square miles in both Randolph County, Ind., and Darke County, and had nearly 500 inhabitants. One of the settlement’s most important accomplishments was the establishment in 1845, of Indiana’s ﬁrst school to offer primary through collegiate education to all students, regardless of race or gender at the time when public schools

were not open to Blacks. The institute was founded by a group of freedmen and their Abolitionist, Quaker neighbors. The latter most prominently included Levi Cofﬁn, known nationally as the, “President of the Underground Railroad.” The Institute campus was a station on the Underground Railroad and is part of the National Park Service, “Freedom Trails” program, as is the Levi Cofﬁn House State Historic Site in Fountain City, Ind. In November, the ULIPS celebrated the installation of an historical marker at the site of the institute building on County Road 6005, northeast of Spartanburg. The organization was recently awarded a $15,000 Heritage Support Grant. This is provided by the Indiana Historical Society and

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is made possible by the Lilly Endowment, Inc. Terms of the grant require that the ULIPS provide a 15 percent cash match. The funds will be used to begin a project to preserve the remains of the 1860 Institute building. Future plans are to enclose the ruin within a pavilion that will portray the building’s original appearance. Matching funds are being provided by individuals, the Randolph Community Foundation, and the Ran-

dolph County Commissioners, who paid for a grant writer. In Darke County, the ULIPS owns the c. 1850 James and Sophia Clemens House, whose exterior restoration is being completed with an $18,000 grant from the Ohio Historical Society, a.k.a., “Ohio History Connection.” The group has also been awarded a $90,000 grant for the interior restoration of the house by the State of Ohio.

DCP’s Winter Hiking Series GREENVILLE – Winter’s brisk weather brings with it unique beauty. Join Darke County Parks to seek out these seasonal sights and hiking opportunities. On Jan. 5, 10 a.m., join a naturalist at Alice Bish Park on the corner of Ohio St. and Eastwood Dr. in Greenville to see what sights and sounds the new year has to offer.

Remember to dress for the weather. In the event of severe weather, call the Nature Center to ﬁnd out about possible cancellation. For more information about this or any of the other exciting hikes in this season’s series or other park district programs, please call the Nature Center at (937) 548-0165 or check out their Facebook page.

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Breast Feeding Class Wayne HealthCare, 3rd Floor Conference Room #3

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Diabetic Group Classes Wayne HealthCare, Room 405 Insurance may cover the cost of the class.

Pre-Diabetic Group Class Thursday, January 19th 10:00am-12:00pm

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rest by at Shawnee Prairie Preserve. Come visit with the Greenville Muzzleloaders and friends to learn about the long hunter and frontier way of life of 200 years ago. For more information about this or any other program offered by the Darke County Park District, please call the Nature Center at (937) 548-0165.

DCP thanks supporters for holiday help GREENVILLE – Darke County Park District thanks everyone who helped to decorate the Nature Center and log house of Shawnee Prairie for the holiday season: Fort Greenville Chapter D.A.R., Darke County Birders Club, Arcanum High School IEP Class, Friends of Darke County Parks, Olde Thyme Gardeners, Horse & Rider 4-H Club, Carolyn Hollinger, Barbie Hansbarger, Wayne Nichols, Greenville Lowe’s, Sandy Hoying, Babette Delk, Beth Combs, Karan Houshouer, Lorraine Gebhardt, Girl Scout Troop #31223, and anyone else they inadvertently missed! They hope that everyone stopped out to enjoy the decorating efforts of

The Greenville Daughters of the American Revolution tree welcomes visitors to the Nature Center.

our staff, volunteers, and supporters to add even more beauty to the amazing education center. The Darke County Parks’ staff and volunteers wish everyone a season that is merry and bright!

OSU Extension will be hosting a Welcome to the Jungle – Weed Management 101 Program on Jan. 11, in Dickie Auditorium at the Wright State University – Lake Campus. Featured speakers will be Dr. Mark Loux, OSU Weed Science and Dr. Jeff Stachler, OSU Extension, Auglaize County. Dr. Stachler will address the current weed situation in the area along with weed identiﬁcation and herbicide site of action. Dr. Loux will layout the necessary strategies to reduce waterhemp and other problematic weeds. An afternoon and an evening session will be offered. The afternoon session will begin with a complimentary lunch at 12:30 p.m., with the program beginning at 1:15 p.m. and adjourning by 4 p.m. The

Karen Droesch, RD, LD, CDE Certiﬁed Diabetes Educator (CDE)

Thursday, January 5th, 12th & 19th 6:00pm-8:00pm

GREENVILLE – Darke County Parks invites everyone to visit their log house on Jan. 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 3 p.m. The Wilcox family has graciously extended their hospitality and the use of their opulent log home to a group of long hunters traveling through the Ohio territory during these bitter months. They will have a roof over their heads and a warm ﬁre to

A New You: Keeping Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

Diabetes Education Programs

3 Week Thursday Series Childbirth Class

Winter Encampment at Darke Co. Parks

Extension hosts weed management meeting

Wayne HealthCare, 3rd Floor Conference Room

All classes are free if mother is delivering at Wayne HealthCare, if mother is not, call for cost.

An experienced long hunter could stay toasty warm on a cold winter night with nothing more than a ﬁre, a wool blanket or two, and piece of canvas for a three sided tent.

This educational class is designed to help individuals understand and manage diabetes. Join Karen Droesch, Certiﬁed Diabetes Educator, for a free class each month.

Tuesday, January 10th at 2:00pm

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For more information or to RSVP contact Karen Droesch at (937) 547-5750 or karen.droesch@waynehealthcare.org

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evening session will begin with a complementary meal at 5:30 p.m., the program starting at 6:15 p.m. and adjourning by 9 p.m. Dr. Jeff Stachler stated, “This is a meeting you don’t want to miss. With the increasing presence of waterhemp in soybean ﬁelds and an increase in the density weed resistance to herbicides, a well thoughtout plan must be developed to achieve successful weed control”. The event is free, but preregistration is required by Jan. 4. The 2017 Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois Weed Control Guides will be sold for $5 at this meeting. Call the Mercer County OSU Extension Ofﬁce at (419) 5862179 or email Denny Riethman at riethman.24@osu. edu to reserve your spot for this program.

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Bradford Schools are seeking a Maintenance/Custodial Supervisor to perform maintenance duties which relate to the school plant, buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds operation. Forward resumes or letters of interest via email to ken_miller@darke.k12. oh.us or Ken Miller, 760 Railroad Avenue, Bradford, Ohio 45308. A detailed job description can be found at www.bradford.k12.oh.us (located under employment).

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Work for a great employer. The New Madison Public Library seeks a part-time Fiscal Officer with accounting experience. Job posting details can be found at www.newmadisonpubliclibrary.org Apply by January 13th.

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FOR RENT Very nice 1 BR apt in Greenville park. No Pets or Smoking. $380/ mo. 548-5053

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HOUSEHOLD New, warehouse liquidation, queen $169, king $219, full $139, twin $109. We deliver. Call 937884-5455

MISC. FOR SALE FIREWOOD for sale. Seasoned hardwood split. Large pickup on 1.9 acre located on load $110. 937-417US 127 near Green- 4402 ville. Serious calls only. Safe Step Walk-In Tub 937-417-2018 Alert for Seniors. Bath-

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CITY OF GREENVILLE

On December 20, 2016, the City of Greenville, Ohio adopted the following legislation: • Ordinance #16-131 establish salary to be paid to the At Large Council Members of the City of Greenville, Ohio for the term commencing January 1, 2018 • Ordinance #16-132 supplemental appropriations • Ordinance #16-133 Transfer • Ordinance #16-134 Temporary Appropriations • Resolution #16-135 authorize disposition of no longer needed personal property • Resolution #16-136 authorize advertising for bids for demolition / reconstruction of Band Shell Building • Ordinance #16-137 authorize the City to enter into an agreement to provide water services outside of the City of Greenville • Resolution #16-138 authorize accepting bid for Water Treatment Plant removal & disposal of lime sludge • Resolution #16-139 authorizing advertising for bids for utility improvements at intersection of Sweitzer & Forth Streets • Ordinance #16-140 amend certain ordinances and rates pertaining to General Fund fees This legislation can be read and examined in its entirety at the office of the City Auditor, Room 200, Municipal Building, Greenville, Ohio, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday and 8:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. on Friday. Approved: Eric Brand, Law Director Vicki Harris, Clerk Greenville City Council 12/25, 1/1 2T

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Melody Line entertains BPW Club members GREENVILLE – The Greenville Business & Professional Women’s (BPW) Club held its monthly meeting Dec. 8 at the Brethren Retirement Community. The meeting was hosted by the Christmas committee with Deb Smith (Chair), Erica Wentworth, Shirley Morrow, and Jennifer Fleagle. The program was presented by the vocal group Melody Line who sang various Christmas music selections. Each year the club donates items to a charity at Christmas. BPW members brought

Melody Line Chorus members are shown with BPW Christmas Committee members Deb Smith and Erica Wentworth.

items to the meeting for the Gatlinburg, TN ﬁre relief which were delivered to the Early Bird to add to their collection of items they delivered to the Oliver Floyd Funeral home drop off location. The ‘Super Rafﬂe’ winners were also drawn at the meeting. Winners are: Merry Lee Cross

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(Austrian necklace made with Swarovski elements donated by Wieland Jewelers), Scott Garrison (Travel Package from Sue Christian’s Good Times Fun Times), Kim Villa Senior (four-speed diamond blender donated by KitchenAid) and Carey Driscoll (two tickets for a Versailles Winery Thrill of the Grill event). A big thank you is extended to all the sponsors who donated prizes as well as all those who purchased rafﬂe tickets. Proceeds are used for scholarships for the

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young women of Darke County. The Greenville BPW Club’s mission is to achieve equality for all women in the workplace through advocacy, education, and information. Dinner meetings are held the second Thursday of every month. The next meeting will be held Jan. 12 and will be hosted by the Young Careerist committee. Those interested in learning more about the club can contact Membership Chair Deb Smith at (937) 417-2434 or das24bike@gmail.com.

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OPEN 1 to 2:30 PM Huge house with a lot of possibility and room to grow! Walk in to the wide open living room opening up the kitchen with big brick mantle fireplace with original exposed wood beams. Fireplace can burn coal or wood. Home offers large rooms and secondary living room/rec room on second level. Two electric furnaces and two central air units, one operating each level. 3rd story attic for potential 3rd floor living area. New water heater in 2016. Kitchen is equipped with bakers kitchen, walnut cabinets hand made with formica lined drawers. Recent updates include roof on home and garage, central air, and furnace. All kitchen appliances stay. Home has a lot of historical value , the house was once an inn, livery stable, and black smith shop. A tunnel lies beneath the home and was an escape route for soldiers in Ft. Jefferson in the late 1700’s. Even though this is an old historic home it has new walls and concrete in the basement. (718897) Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Darren Leis.

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

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

JPMorgan Chase VS. Karen Jones, et al. No. 15CV00494

Second National Bank VS. Daniel Chavez, et al. No. 16CV00397

JPMorgan Mortgage VS. Mendy Helton, et al. No. 16CV00045

Pennymac Loan VS. Cody Petry, et al. No. 14CV00566

JPMorgan Chase VS. Katherine Hamilton, et al. No. 12CV00146

Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, January 20, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Village of Ansonia in Darke County to-wit:

Federal National Mortgage VS. Patricia Jones, et al. No. 16CV00272 Pursuant to an Order of Sale, I will offer for sale at public auction, in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, on Friday, January 20, 2017, at 10:00 A.M., the following described real estate, in the Township of Neave in Darke County to-wit:

Street Address: 253 Short St. Gettysburg, Ohio Parcel Number: A05431025030110600

Street Address: 13502 Hillgrove Fort Recovery Rd. Fort Recovery, Ohio Parcel Number: J37011417000030200

Street Address: 3878 State Route 49 Arcanum, Ohio Parcel Number: Q63030929000011800

Street Address: 3706 Shira Rd. Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: L45021129000021200

Street Address: 2412 State Route 571 Greenville, Ohio Parcel Number: S70011214000010100 & S70011211000020300

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $59,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $65,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $55,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination.

If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 3, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

Street Address: 409 S. Main St. Ansonia, Ohio Parcel Number: C15221322021012800 The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $30,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 3, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover. TERMS OF SALE: Deposit required for this property: $5,000.00 Balance due within 30 days after Confirmation. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/1, 1/8, 1/15 3T

The complete legal description of the parcel may be obtained from the county auditor. Property was appraised at $30,000.00 and cannot be sold for less than two-thirds of that amount. Appraisal did not include any interior examination. If any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale the same time of day and same place on Friday, February 3, 2017. There will be no minimum bid set for this sale according to ORC Section 2329.21. The purchaser shall be responsible for costs, allowance, and taxes that the proceeds of the sale are insufficient to cover.

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

Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff 1/1, 1/8, 1/15 3T

General Information The Sheriff is issued Orders of Sales from the Clerk of Courts Office. Sales are advertised in The Early Bird once every week for three consecutive weeks. The Sheriff’s Office does not mail or give away a list of properties or information about purchasing foreclosed property. The properties are not available for tour or inspection as the Sheriff’s Office does not have keys to any properties. Prior to the sale, most properties are appraised from the outside only. The property is sold “as is”, caveat emptor (let the buyer beware). The Sheriff’s office does not have information on liens or taxes.

Real estate tax information can be found at the following web site: darkepropertymax.governmax.com real estate appraisal database. All sales are held in the meeting room of the County Commissioners Building, 520 South Broadway, Greenville. All sales begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. Bidding information Bidding starts as directed in each sale ad. Successful bidders must deposit in the following: If appraised value of property is less than or equal to $10,000 the deposit is $2,000.00; $10,001 - $200,000 the deposit is $5,000.00; greater than $200,000 the deposit is $10,000.00.

Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate Delinquent Lands Revised Code, Sec. 5721.191 Notice of sale under judgment of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes: In the Common Pleas Court of Darke County, Ohio, Case No. 16CV00440, in the matter of foreclosure of liens for delinquent land taxes Scott J. Zumbrink, County Treasurer of Darke County, Ohio, Plaintiff, vs. Sandra Keckler, et al., Defendants. Whereas, judgement has been rendered against certain parcels of real property for taxes, assessments, penalties, interest, costs, and charges as follows: $1,009.67 (One Thousand Nine Dollars and 67/100) .333 Acres S. Shawnee Wayne Lakes, OH L80221133010313300 Whereas, such judgement orders such real property to be sold by the undersigned to satisfy the total amount of such judgment; Now, therefore, public notice is hereby given that I, Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff of Darke County, Ohio, will sell such real property at public auction, for cash, to the highest bidder of an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against each parcel at the County Commissioners Building in Greenville, in the above named County, on Friday, the 20th day of January, 2017 at 10:00 o’clock A.M., and continuing from day to day thereafter, if any parcel does not receive a sufficient bid, it shall be offered for sale, under the same terms and conditions of the first sale and at the same time of day and at the same place, on Friday, the 3rd day of February, 2017, for an amount sufficient to satisfy the judgment against the parcel. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT ALL SUCH REAL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION MAY BE SUBJECT TO A FEDERAL TAX LIEN THAT MAY NOT BE EXTINGUISHED BY THE SALE, AND PURCHASERS OF ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY ARE URGED TO SEARCH THE FEDERAL TAX LIEN INDEX THAT IS KEPT BY THE COUNTY RECORDER TO DETERMINE IF NOTICE OF A FEDERAL TAX LIEN HAS BEEN FILED WITH RESPECT TO ANY SUCH REAL PROPERTY. Toby L. Spencer, Sheriff Sheriff, Darke County, Ohio 1/1, 1/8, 1/15 3T

Personal check (proper ID, local check signed in our presence), cashier’s check or cash is accepted. The buyer will be required to sign a disclaimer that relieves the Sheriff and appraising agents of liabilities of hazards, or past due bills, as it it the responsibility of the buyer to look into these matters before the sale date. The unpaid balance of the purchase price is due within 30 days after confirmation of sale is filed. More Information You may contact Abby Wilson at (937) 547-4603 if you require further information. A listing of properties can be viewed at darkecountysheriff.org.

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Ft. GreeneVille DAR holds Christmas lunch

BPW helps kids give Santa their lists

attendance. EnterGREENVILLE tainment was pro– Children were on vided by Violinist their “best behavMary Sparks. Mary ior” at the Greenplayed Christmas ville Business and carols along with Professional Womhistory of the caren’s Club (BPW) ols. Grinch even annual Breakfast made an appearTwenty-nine members and guests were on-hand for the with Santa on Dec. ance bearing gifts. annual Ft. GreeneVille DAR Christmas Luncheon. 3 at the Greenville Awards were givScrambled en to several DAR members. Taylor their extraordinary VFW. Nehring was award- work in the histori- eggs, sausage, doed the chapter’s cal preservation of nut holes, orange Outstanding Junior American Revolu- juice and milk were MUST SEE TO APPRECIATE! Cozy 1-ST Member Award by tionary War Patri- prepared and served brick home w/2 BR. All wood floors have Christina Nehring. ots’ grave markers by the Greenville been refinished. New paint, dishwasher, disposal & garage door opener. MLS Regent Deb- located in Darke High School Supply 724913 #4526 Management Chain bie Nisonger pre- County Ohio. THERE’S ROOM TO ROAM in this 2-ST sented the 2016 home w/3 BR. LRM & DRM. Enclosed Fort GreeneVback porch. 2-car detached garage has HAPPY NEW YEAR! ille Chapter Reroom for workshop. MLS 725729 #4528 IN VERSAILLES at 306 Wayne Street is a gent’s Outstanding NEW LISTING! 1-ST vinyl sided home in 1 bedroom, maintenance-free home! 1 car Member Award to Greenville. 3 BR. Freshly painted interior. detached garage. CORNER LOT! Seller will New carpet. Nat. gas furnace w/central air. help pay closing costs! $60,000 members Caroline CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN this 2-story home Full basement has lots of storage space! Mildred Mills Peat 407 W. Fourth Street has over 2700 sq. ft. 28x18 outbuilding for add’l storage! MLS titjean and Doris of living area! Maintenance free exterior; 2 726797 #4531 Bowman Aultman, car detached garage. Upper 70s 7+ ACRES M/L on St. Rt. 47 just west of Fort GreeneVille Ansonia! Several barns; city water available! Chapter American $45,000 Revolutionary War JUST WEST OF GREENVILLE at 3374 St. Rt. 571 this home features a galley kitchen; Patriots Commitfireplace in living room; pull-into garage in tee members. They basement! 4+ acres M/L. $149,000 were recognized IN SOUTH END OF GREENVILLE this 2 bedroom home at 941 Harrison has newer and honored for

GREENVILLE – Fort GreeneVille Chapter DAR held its annual Christmas Luncheon. The luncheon was held at the St Clair Manor. Ohio Regent Nancy Schirm Wright was the guest speaker. There were 29 members and guests in

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vinyl windows; newer roof; floor coverings and wiring! Mid 60s IN UNION CITY this DUO at 543 and 545 N. Walnut Street can be purchased separately or together! 3 bedroom ranch home for $41,000 and one for $38,000 or both for $77,500! Excellent return on your investment! 9+ ACRES M/L with this 2-story home at 7201 St. Rt. 118! Over 1600 sq. ft. of living area PLUS Florida Room! 94x32 barn; 12x25 garage. $179,900 LOOKING FOR A HOME READY TO MOVE INTO? This 3 bedroom, 1½ bath, 2-story home is the answer! Eat-in kitchen with ceramic floors; formal dining room with hardwood floors; freshly painted interior and updated bathrooms! Detached garage has a workshop and full attic for storage or recreational space! Drive by 205 Harrison and call for your personal showing! $85,900 IN NEW MADISON at 108 Summit is a brick and stone ranch home ready for a new family! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths; newer vinyl flooring; newer roof. Upper 70s

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students and their advisor and BPW member Dara Buchy. During the breakfast, Santa walked around and spoke with the children and afterwards, they were able to visit with Santa individually to give him their lists. Each child also received a gift from Santa. Photos from the event can be found on the Greenville BPW Club Facebook page. Special thanks to the following: Dara Buchy and the Greenville High School Supply Management Chain students, The Early Bird/Bluebag Media (provided pictures for coloring), the Greenville VFW, Weaver Brothers (eggs), Eikenberry’s IGA (donut holes), and Winner’s Meats (sausage). Also donations of juice, milk, and ta-

Pictured are (back row) Dara Buchy, Karen Sink, Peggy Foutz, Vicki Cost, Deb Smith, Sue Huston, (front row) Susan Fowble and Santa. BPW members assisting, but not pictured are Diane Delaplane and Jane Carroll.

bleware were made by Greenville BPW club members. All proceeds from this event go towards scholarships for the young women of Darke County. The Greenville BPW Club’s mission is to achieve equity for all women in the workplace through advocacy,

education, and information. The club’s dinner meetings are held the second Thursday each month. Those interested in learning more about the Club can contact Membership Chair Deb Smith at (937) 417-2434 or das24bike@gmail.com.

FARM- BARE LAND- AUCTION 88.667 ACRES, NEWBERRY TWP.

DATE: SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2017 TIME: 10:00 A.M. LOCATION: W. Covington-Bradford Rd., Covington, Ohio 45318 DIRECTIONS: St. Rt. 36 West of Covington to Rangeline Rd. Go north to Covington-Bradford Rd. Land lies on the southeast corner. (Rangeline Rd. & Covington-Bradford Rd.) BARE LAND ONLY: 88.667 Acre tract in Newberry Township. Parcel H17049600, 5-8-19 W Side SW, Miami County. Approximately 83 acres more or less are tillable. This is a very nice farm with road frontage on two roads. (Bare Land) TERMS & CONDITIONS: $25,000.00 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. SALE TO TAKE PLACE AT THE EAGLES IN COVINGTON, OHIO 715 E. BROADWAY ST., COVINGTON, OHIO

OWNER: JOHN L. WARNER TRUST AUCTIONEER/REALTOR MIKE HAVENAR SHIVELY REALTY

For Information Call: 937-606-4743 Email: mike@mlh56.com No CO-OP

SATURDAY, JAN. 7, 2017 9:00 AM 5378 SEBRING-WARNER RD., GREENVILLE, OHIO 45331 DOORS OPEN AT 8:00AM

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 SebringWarner Rd. and turn RIGHT or EAST to auction site, just 2 buildings EAST of the “Early Bird”. (WATCH FOR AUCTION ON SALE DAY) ANTIQUE FURNITURE Oak Marble Top Parlor Lamp Table (Ornate); Oak Chest of Drawers w/Marble Inlay & Hanky Boxes; Victorian Dresser & Mirror (Very Fancy) (Super Nice); Victorian Dresser Wall Hugger (Curved Shape); Early Walnut Queen Bed & Frame (Very Nice); 4 Pc. Cherry Bedroom Suite including: Full Bed, Chest of Drawers, Dresser, Mirror & Stool, Night Stand (all with Eagle Emblem); (2) Victorian Upholstered Chairs; Dbl. Drop Light Oak Table w/Porcelain Casters; Oak Rocker w/Rush Seat & Back; numerous Lamp Tables & Stands; sev. Rush Btm. Chairs; Oak Buffet; Early Oak Single Bed (Highly Carved); Tiger Oak Full Bed (Very Ornate); Early Sofa Table; 6 Ft. Wood Corner Cupboard w/Glass Front Doors; 5-Leg Oak Dbl. Drop Table w/several Leaves; sev. Oak Bentwood Chairs; Oak Hi-Chair; Brass Ornate Table. MODERN FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Leather Sectional Sofa w/Dual Recliners, Dark Green (Very Nice); 3-Cushion Leather Sofa, Off-White (Nice); Queen High Post Pedestal Bed w/Twisted Posts & Nice Mattress; (12) Drawer Hi-Boy Chest of Drawers; 7 Ft. Oak Corner Cabinet (Lighted); 3 Pc. Oak Lamp & Coffee Table Set w/Marble Inlay; 2 Pc. Cherry Finish Glass Front China Cabinet; Rhyne Grandfather Clock; 48” Round Oak Dining Table w/(4) Oak Padded Chairs; Lg. Elec. Fireplace (Heats Good); Ashley Oak 2 Pc. Chest/TV Cabinet; Oak Wardrobe; Oak Rolling Tea Cart; Oak Standing Jewelry Cabinet; 2-Cushion Love Seat (Ivory) w/Wood Trim; La-Z-Boy Recliner (Burnt Orange); 3 Pc. Maple Bedroom Suite including: (2) Single Beds, Dresser & Mirror; 6 Ft. Wood/Glass Lighted Display Cabinet; sev. Chest of Drawers; Mersman Lamp Tables; Hall Tree; Wood Gun Cabinet w/Glass Doors; Quilt Rack; Wood Plant Stand; Pine Microwave Cart; 3 Pc. Oak Glass Top Lamp, Coffee & Sofa Table Set; Dbl. Drop Harvest Table & (4) Chairs; Blue Leather Office Chair; Whirlpool Elec. Washer (White); Roper Elec. Dryer (White). ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES #4 Red Wing Crock Butter Churn; 2 Qt. & 4 Qt. Glass Butter Churns; Oak Waterbury Mantle Clock (Key Wind); Oak Mantle Clock (Key Wind); Early Mantle Clock w/Columns; 30 Day Wall Clock; G.E. Westminster Chime Mantle Clock; Early “Ansonia” Mantle Clock; 1 Gal. Crock & Crock Jug; sev. Small Crocks; sev. Sadd Irons; Cast Iron “Trick Dog” Mechanical Bank; Early View Finder; Sm. Cast Iron Scales; Wood Coffee Grinder; Lg. Copper Pitcher; Ornate Coo-Coo Clock; Penguin Ice Bucket; sm. Wood Wash Board; Coal Bucket & Shovel; sev. Oil Lamps; Tin Match Holder; Early Wood Hay Sye w/Forks; Gone With The Wind Style Lamp; Cast Iron Trivets; sev. Copper Dippers; 33 & 45 Records; sev. Older Radios; Early Tambourine; sev. Early Tea Pots; Mona-Lisa Picture; Long Handle Corn Popper (Copper); Pr. of Wooden Shoes; Wood Rolling Pin; Metal Ornate Sugar Bowl; (4) Metal Car Banks w/Advertising; World Globe; 40’s Knife Set; Wood Boot Jack; misc. Brass Smalls; Wood Sewing Box; Sm. Child’s Slate; Adv. Yard Sticks; sev. Early Pictures & Mirrors; Wood Texas Fruit Crate; 5 Gal. Milk Can; Brass Calendar; Griswold Patty Molds in Original Box; sm. Microscope; Wood Jewelry Box; sev. Mink Stolls. GLASSWARE & POTTERY Roseville (Blue) Vase 18R-8; Roseville (Blue) Tea Kettle; Van Bruggle Pottery Piece; other Roseville Vases; Fenton Vases & Bowls; Glass Basket; sev. Oriental Vases; (2) Early (German) Clay Wine Bottles; sev. Glass Banks; Green Ball Mason Jar (Patt. 1858); Drey Mason Jar; Hull S&P Shakers; Crystal Vase; Blue & Green & Pink Spongeware Bowls & Etc.; Noritake Stoneware Dishes; 12 Pl. Pfalzgraff Dishes & Bowls; 6 Pl. Blue Ridge Dish Set; Stemware; Corelle Ware; Press Glass items. TOOLS & MISC. Roto-Hoe 5 H.P. Chipper; Scotts Seeder; (2) Push Type Garden Cultivators; Alum. Extension Ladder; Wood Ext. Ladder; sev. other Ladders; numerous Long Handle Tools; 3 & 5 Prong Pitch Forks; (3) Spud Bars; Bldg. Jack; Pipe Vise; Log Chains; Ext. Cords; Block Plane; misc. Hand & Power Tools; Galv. Wash Tub; (3) Sheppard’s Hooks. HOUSEHOLD & MISC. (2) Kitchen Aid Stand Mixers (Green); S.S. Microwave; Sm. Elec. Kitchen Appliances; Silverware; Pots & Pans; S.S. Mixing Bowls; Vision Ware; Copper Bakers Molds; Tupperware; Books, Handyman, Cook & other; Jason Telescope; sev. Lamps; Kirby Sweeper Attachments; Blankets; Sheets; Towels; Viking Sewing Machine; Wire Bakers Rack; (2) Cast Iron NASCAR’s; sev. Wood Sailing Ship Models.

ESTATE OF WILLIAM STURGILL

Belinda C. Schuermann & Tamara A. Ross – Co-Executors Eric Brand – Attorney. Case #: 2016.1.276

MARTHA JANE SNYDER - TRUST

• ALL items must be paid for the day of auction. • ALL items are sold as is. • We must collect sales tax. • TERMS: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • Visit us online @ www.auctionzip.com and enter USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Food Available on Site! • Open Friday, January 6th 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 Cell: 937.459.7686 Michel Werner Auctioneer

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State of the Heart Care staff gives to troops

Generations come together at local YMCA

GREENVILLE – State of the Heart Care has committed to giving back to the communities they serve. For a November Community Service activity, the staff collected items to be sent to troops serving overseas. The staff found a need at an Army Base in Iraq. After taking up a collection of items needed such as toiletries, snacks, wipes and many other needs, over 20 care packages were made and sent to Iraq and other bases across the world; thanks to Zechar Bailey Funeral Home for taking care of the postage and getting all of the boxes out for delivery. Megan Stull, Care Consultant for State of the Heart Care, organized the drive. “I wanted to do something for our troops who are

GREENVILLE – Generations recently came together in holiday celebration at the YMCA of Darke County Greenville branch, as the Child Development Center’s preschoolers were invited by the SilverSneakers members to perform a few simple songs during their monthly luncheon. The YMCA Executive Director and CEO Sam Casalano welcomed the SilverSneakers to the special holidaythemed luncheon. “I believe in Santa Claus,” Casalano said. “But he doesn’t come down the chimney, he comes through your heart, and if you haven’t found him in your heart, you won’t find him under a tree.” SilverSneakers is a fitness program for seniors provided at no cost to them by several health insurance plans. SilverSneakers members have full YMCA membership privileges as well as several specialized classes available to them, with their membership fees fully subsidized by their insurance carrier. The YMCA of Darke County’s SilverSneakers members participate actively in the program as a community and also enjoy a monthly carry-in luncheon in the Y lobby. The Y Child Development Center’s preschoolers entertained at the holiday luncheon by performing the “Alphabet Song,” “Jingle Bells,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” and “Five Little Gingerbread Men.” Casalano introduced the children, noting that the Child Development Center recently earned its first star rating un-

Shown beneath the new scoreboard are Greenville Federal Accounting Specialist Lisa Cromwell, Versailles Athletic Director Doug Giere and Jeff Kniese, Greenville Federal President & CEO.

GF donates to scoreboard project GREENVILLE – Greenville Federal recently donated funds to Versailles High School for their new electronic scoreboard at HB Hole Field, part of the bank’s ongoing

community support efforts. The new scoreboard was installed in the spring and is currently being used for all sporting events at the facility.

Mason Jar Prism Lights

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ﬂashy light prisms out of mason jars. All supplies are provided by the library. Make your own at: New Paris Library on Jan. 17, 6:30 p.m. West Manchester Library on Jan. 18, 4 p.m. (tea party beforehand at 3 p.m.) Eldorado Library on Thursday, Jan. 19, 4 p.m.

AUCTIONEER DIRECTORY Directions: Take North Broadway to Magnolia Drive and turn RIGHT on Magnolia Drive, then take a LEFT on Elmwood Drive, then take a RIGHT on Birchwood Drive to auction site. (WATCH FOR AUCTION SIGNS) This immaculate well kept 1-Story Brick Ranch Home built in 2001 features 3 Bedrooms and 2 ½ Baths. Master Bedroom features 2 Lg. Double Closets and Full Bathroom. Formal Living Room, Family Room w/Vaulted Ceiling, Eat in Kitchen with Oak Cabinets, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, 30” Elec. Range, Refrigerator & Built in Microwave Oven. Large Laundry Room with ½ Bath. Furnace Room with HiEfficiency Gas Forced Air Furnace w/Central Air Cond. 2 Car Attached Garage w/Opener, 6 Panel Solid Wood Doors throughout the Home, Covered Front Entry Porch w/Decorative Concrete Floor, Rear Patio w/Vinyl Railing, setting on a Crawl Space & Nicely Landscaped. Attend Open Houses and check out this move in ready home.

Attend Open House - Inspect This Property Make Financial Arrangements Be Prepared to Buy on Auction Day Open House: SUN., JAN. 8, 1:00 – 2:30 PM And by appointment… Call: Kirby Lyons (937) 316-8400 Everett Hocker (937) 417-0748

Terms: $4,000.00 down on day of auction. Complete Balance Due Within 30 Days of Auction. Taxes will be figured short term pro-ration to closing. Possession at closing.

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AUCTION GREENVILLE CITY SCHOOLS – EAST ELEMENTARY 301 E 5th St. – Greenville, OH 45331 (This is auction number 1 of 4)

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Live onsite auction and live internet bidding available via www.Proxibid.com On site INSPECTION Friday Jan 27th from 9 to 5PM This is the first of four auctions being offered to liquidate the furnishing and assets of the k-8 buildings of Greenville City Schools. Items will include: Weil McClain Model 88 commercial dual system hot water or steam boiler, new in 2014, 12 section unit; Commercial kitchen, restaurant equipment and appliances; Student/teachers desks and chairs; Media carts and tables on wheels; Storage cabinets and shelving; Antique book cases; Trophy cases; Wall hangings; Teaching supplies/aids; White boards; Office equipment, computers, and other electronics; Laboratory supplies/equipment; Projectors; Sound equipment and musical instruments; Sports and gym equipment; Retractable cafeteria tables and other cafeteria paraphernalia; Shop items and tools; Many other removable items not listed and more items to be incorporated. More information will become available including pictures and order of sale. Please check our website at www.midwest-auctioneers.com daily for updates on this auction, as well as future scheduled dates for the remaining 3 auctions. Terms: This auction is being conducted with no buyer’s premium to onsite bidders and no state sales tax is required to be collected. All items are required to be paid for day of auction with the following payment options: Cash, personal or business check w/ID, or mastercard and visa w/ an additional 3% clerking fee added. Additional terms and conditions apply to internet bidders.

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Showings by Appointment - Disregard any and all previous asking prices This 2 story glazed brick structure built in the 1900’s offers just over 2,330 sq. ft. of Victorian finished interior featuring high ceilings, attractive woodwork throughout, original French doors, stained glass windows, 2 elegant fireplaces, & a front open stairway w/ an additional rear stairway access. The lower level includes a large foyer/waiting area, receptionist area, private office space, & half bath. On the 2nd floor, there are 3 rooms for private offices/ bedrooms, bathroom, & full kitchen w/ appliances. There is also a full finished basement w/ private office or conference rooms & an unfinished 3rd floor attic. Dual AC units, newer shingle roof & replacement windows complete this home or office with rear off street parking & both front & rear entrances. Property zoning is Downtown Enterprise & is located in a high visibility & traffic area to showcase any business. Extremely motivated sellers, come prepared to buy at your price!! Terms: A 10% Buyer’s Premium shall be applied to the final bid to establish the final contract sales price. $3000 down day of auction & the full balance is due & payable w/in 35 days of auction. Please visit our website WWW.MIDWEST-AUCTIONEERS.COM for more information and pictures. To request a bidder’s packet or schedule a showing, please call the office at 937-548-2640.

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NEW PARIS – Brighten your January at the Preble County District Library’s adult craft. They are building

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difference!” women and their State of the Heart families for all that would like to thank they do. all service men and

YMCA of Darke County Executive Director and CEO Sam Casalano welcomes SilverSneakers members to their Christmas luncheon Dec. 8.

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Shown are soldiers opening the care packages sent by State of the Heart Care and Zechar Bailey Funeral Home.

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miles away from their families,” Megan shared. “At State of the Heart we are very family oriented and felt this was the perfect opportunity to give back. The smiles we got from the soldiers’ faces through pictures were pretty powerful. I am very thankful to be a part of such a great organization with State of the Heart Care.” “Being overseas, one of the biggest morale boosters us soldiers can get is mail,” shared Nathan Hill, SPC, upon receiving the packages. “Myself and everyone here with me would like to give a huge thank you to State of the Heart Care and Zechar Bailey Funeral Home for sending close to 20 packages to us over here! It’s the little things that can make a huge

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Ansonia Wall of Fame to induct new members ANSONIA – On Feb. 3, the Ansonia Athletic Wall of Fame Committee will induct two new members, Alexandria Mayo (2009)

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and her sister Brittany (Mayo) Harrod (2009). Alexandria Mayo, class of 2009, will be recognized for her athletic accomplishments in softball, volleyball and basketball. Alexandria earned 11 athletic letters in softball years 9, 10, 11, 12, volleyball years 9, 10, 11, 12 and basketball year 10, 11, 12. Also in softball, Alexandria was 2007 Offensive Player of the Year, 2007 CCC Honorable Mention, 2008 Most Improved and in 2009 she received her four-year trophy award. Alexandria also earned numerous team awards and was a member of the 2009 softball team that went to State Final Four, losing in the Semi Finals 3-0 to eventual State Champion Strasburg-Franklin. Brittany (Mayo) Harrod, class of 2009, will be recognized for her athletic accomplishments in softball, volleyball and basketball. Brittany earned nine athletic letters in softball years 9, 10, 11, 12, volleyball years 9, 10, 11, 12 and basket-

ball year 12. Also in softball, Brittany was 2006 CCC Honorable Mention, 2007 Outstanding Pitcher, 2007 CCC First Team and 2008 CCC Honorable Mention. Brittany also earned numerous team awards and was a member of the 2009 softball team that went to State Final Four, losing in the Semi Finals 3-0 to eventual State Champion Strasburg-Franklin. The ceremony will take place between the junior

Stephens grant helps continue mission GREENVILLE – The Darke County Park District extends a thank you to the Harry Stephens Memorial Fund for their recent grant contribution. The funds will go toward building a new raptor, or bird of prey, enclosure known as a mew. A main objective of the new mew is to provide safe, public viewing areas for their owl. The new structure will ensure a safe, restful home for the ani-

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mals where they are better protected from Ohio’s diverse weather and may allow the park to take on new animal ambassadors. When considering new ambassadors, the park would be particularly interested in adopting an Eastern Screech Owl and/ or an American Kestrel. Programs involving live animals are always exciting and in high demand, and these smaller species of raptors will allow them to travel to schools with more ease and will also give them the opportunity to teach about more varieties of native raptors. This project will add yet another wonder to explore during a visit to the park. The educational value of seeing a hawk or owl up close is unparalleled and for many creates a lifelong appreciation for nature. Raptors are federally protected, and it is important for the park to inspire an appreciation for these amazing birds in the young and old alike. The mew will be a beautiful addition to the Nature Education Center, and it would be impossible to construct without the generous support from the Harry Stephens Memorial Fund. The park district strives to provide the best possible experience to the residents of Darke County and beyond and to ensure comprehensive education for the stewards of tomorrow. Thank you again to the Harry Stephens Memorial Fund for making this possible.

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GREENVILLE – Greenville National Bank has been an active supporter of the Greenville community and Greenville City Schools for many years. GNB recently showed their support by donating funds to furnish a new press-box at “The Jennings Center Track and Field Complex” that is expected to be completed next fall. The complex is part of Phase 1 of

the Friends of Harmon Field project to modernize the facilities. The Friends of Harmon Field committee is appreciative of the support they have received from the community and local business like Greenville National Bank. GNB is currently sponsoring the One Call now system for Greenville City Schools. They also the sponsor of the GNB Tennis Complex, located near Harmon Field.

UC prepares for banquet UNION CITY – The Union City Chamber of Commerce, along with ofﬁcers and directors, invites all to the Chamber’s annual banquet. This year’s banquet will be held March 16, 6:30 p.m., at the Union City Elks Club. The cost is $22.50 per person for chamber members and $27.50 per person for non-chamber members. Attendance is by reservation only. Catering will be

provided by Bouser’s Barn. The evening’s highlight will be special awards for local businesses and individuals. Reservations and payment are required by Feb. 20 and can be sent to Union City Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 424, Union City, Ind. 47390. Payments may also be dropped off at the Chamber ofﬁce located at 227 W. Oak St., Union City, Ind.

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GREENVILLE – The Greenville Athletic Boosters donated $50,000 to the Friends of Harmon Field at Greenville when Tippecanoe visited the Green Wave in a Friday night basketball game. Shown are Stephanie Lind, Dave Ernst, Aaron Shaffer, Dusty Yingst, Barry Hounshell, Denise Brandenburg, Janie Mills and Scott Frens (Gaylen Blosser photo)

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Family Game Night at library WEST MANCHESTER – Come to the West Manchester Library on Jan. 25 at 4:30 p.m. for their Family Game Night and Pizza Party. The Eldorado Library will have Game Night/Pizza Party on Jan. 26 at the same time. The New Paris Library will have a Family Game Night with snacks on Jan. 31 at 5:30 p.m.

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GREENVILLE – Instead of buying and exchanging gifts for each other this holiday season, Ramco employees donated items to help others. Dave Dunaway, president of Ramco Electric Motors and employees presented gifts for Wayne Cancer Center patients to Jill Brown, Cancer Coordinator and Angie Lakes, director of Perioperative Services at Wayne HealthCare. Items donated included winter knit hats, gloves, water bottles and assorted snacks.

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varsity and varsity boys’ basketball game against Covington. Wall of Fame applications can be obtained at the Ansonia Local School Ofﬁce or Athletic Department. Nominees must be a graduate of Ansonia Local Schools, must have graduated not less than ﬁve years prior to nomination and the nomination form and supporting documentation must be received by March 1 annually.

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One of nine Edison State communications teams gave a presentation to Arcanum Middle School ﬁfth and sixth graders on the dangers of bullying and how to be good buddies.

Edison students a force for the community DARKE CO. – Edison State Community College’s Darke County Campus is about higher education, but it’s also about community. Edison State students reached a milestone this semester, providing well over 1,000 hours of community service, reaching as many as 1,500 schoolchildren in four Darke County school districts. “A hallmark of an Edison State education is practical, real-world experiences,” said Edison State President Dr. Doreen Larson. “The Darke County Campus has expanded its notion of a classroom to include the entire community. These students have gained an understanding of the community along with an appreciation of their own skills in leadership and service.” One of the volunteering opportunities had Edison State students going out into the community, to schools that are educating the next generation of Edison State students. Sixty Edison Fundamentals of Communications students spent six weeks preparing to talk to students ranging from kindergarten through sixth grade about bullying and how to be a “buddy” instead of a “bully.” They made presentations to Ansonia, Arcanum, Mississinawa Valley, and Green-

ville’s Woodland Primary students. Dozens of hours were spent preparing and delivering their messages. Students have been leaving their Darke County Campus to deliver presentations about bullying, drug abuse, manners, courtesy, and respect for the last four years. This year’s message by nine Edison State teams reached nearly 1,500 elementary and intermediate students; the largest number to date. New to the Edison State Darke County Campus is the Empowering Darke County Youth After School Program. Forty-four students from a number of Edison State classes accumulated 1,000 hours helping over 60 students from Greenville’s East, South, and Woodland schools during the inaugural 13-week program. The purpose of the After School Program is to help struggling students with homework and, in some cases, catching up with the basics they need to succeed in school. “We are helping future Edison State students reach their goals,” said Chad Beanblossom, Dean of the Darke County Campus. “At the same time, we are working with other community organizations to make Darke County a better place for all of its residents.”

COLUMBUS – The following information was released by the State Fire Marshal’s office from Assistant Chief Rich Palmer, Fire Prevention Bureau. Carbon Monoxide, often called CO, is known as an invisible killer. The gas is odorless, poisonous and colorless. It is created by any fuels that burn incompletely. These include gasoline, natural gas, propone, coal, wood, oil and methane. In our homes, heating and cooking equipment can become the source of CO dangers. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) tells us that 150 people in the United States die annually from accidental non-fire-related CO poisoning. These deaths are often associated with consumer products such as generators or faulty, improperly used or incorrectly vented appliances such as furnaces, stoves, water heaters and fireplaces. People may not know they are exposed to carbon monoxide because it is undetectable to the human senses. Symptoms of low to moderate poisoning are like the flu, but they don’t include fever. These included headache, fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea and dizziness. High level CO poisoning will result in more severe symptoms, such as mental confusion, vomiting, loss of muscular coordination, loss of consciousness and eventual death. A person can be poisoned by a small amount of CO over a long time or by a large amount in a shorter time. Have fuel-burning heating equipment and chimneys inspected every year by a professional. When using a fireplace, al-

ways open the ﬂue. Never use the oven to heat your home. Have working CO alarms that installed in a central place outside sleeping areas. Interconnected alarms throughout the home are best. Always follow manufacturer recommendations for placement and mounting height. Choose alarms that are listed by a qualiﬁed testing laboratory. Test alarms monthly and replace them when the manufacturer recommends. When the CO alarm sounds, immediately move to fresh air outdoors. Identify that everyone in the home is away from the danger. Call for help while in fresh air and stay until emergency services arrive. Us portable generators outdoors and away from

all doors, windows and vents. Be sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove and ﬁreplace are clear of snow or other things that can block them. Only use gas or charcoal grills outside. These produce carbon monoxide, too. When warming a vehicle, remove it from the garage. Do not

run it inside the garage, even if the doors are open. In addition to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, these agencies provide additional tips and information on carbon monoxide safety: The United States Fire Administration and the National Fire Protection Association.

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2001 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT 4X4, 4.0L 6 cyl., auto, air, good cond., yellow, 176,338 miles...................$7,995 ...........$6,500 2001 FORD F150 XLT SUPER CAB 4X4 P.U., 4.6L V8, 5 speed, loaded, good cond., red, 146,376 miles .................................................................................................................................$5,995 ...........$2,900 1999 GMC ½ TON SAVANNA CONVERSION VAN, 5.7L V8, fully loaded, very nice, brown, 116,796 miles ............................................................................................................................$7,995 ...........$5,900 1999 PONTIAC MONTANA VAN, cloth seats, all power, nice cond., green, 144,748 miles ..........................$6,995 ...........$5,900 1998 GMC JIMMY SLT 4X4, 4.3L V6, leather, loaded, good cond., beige, 158,895 miles .............................$3,995 ...........$2,900 1994 CHEVY S10 LS REG CAB 4x4 P.U. 4.3L V6, auto, air, good cond., black, 191,443 miles ..............................................................................................................................$3,995 ...........$2,500

CHEVROLET

2016 CHEVY CAMARO 2SS CONVERTIBLE, 6.2 L V8, leather, all power, one owner, like new, gray, 1,651 miles ...................................................................................................................$40,995 .........$39,900 2015 CHEVY SS, 4 dr., 6.2L V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, like new, silver, 2,387 miles ...............................$41,995 .........$40,900 2014 CHEVY SONIC LTZ, 5 dr hatchback, 1.4L turbo 4 cyl., leather, all power, sharp, black, 55,263 miles ..............................................................................................................................$12,995 .........$10,900 2013 CHEVY MALIBU LT, 4 dr., 2.4L 4 cyl., one owner, all power, like new, champaign silver, 11,287 miles............................................................................................................$16,995 .........$15,500 2013 CHEVY CRUZE LT, 4 dr., 1.4L 4 cyl., loaded, exc. cond., gray, 46,340 miles .....................................$14,995 .........$12,900 2011 CHEVY IMPALA LTZ, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, maroon, 112,170 miles .....................$9,995 ...........$8,500 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.5L V6, all power, exc. cond., blue, 90,043 miles ....................................$11,995 ...........$9,900 2010 CHEVY CORVETTE GRAND SPORT COUPE, 6.2L V8, 6 speed, leather, loaded, like new, maroon, 2,838 miles .............................................................................................................$46,995 .........$45,500 2010 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr, 3.5L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, silver, 69,849 miles..............................$11,995 .........$10,900 2008 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, maroon, 115,528 miles....................$10,995 ...........$9,500 2006 CHEVY IMPALA LT, 4 dr., 3.9L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., blue, 163,567 miles ...............................................................................................................................$7,995 ...........$5,900

PONTIAC

2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM GT, 4 dr., 3.4L V6, one owner, sunroof, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 204,608 miles .............................................................................................................................$4,995 ...........$3,500 1999 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX GT, 2 dr., 3.8L V6, sunroof, loaded, very nice, brown, 237,444 miles ............................................................................................................................$3,995 ...........$2,500 1998 PONTIAC FIREBIRD COUPE, 3.8L V6, loaded, exc. cond., red, 129,135 miles ..................................$6,995 ...........$5,500

BUICK

2013 BUICK REGAL GS, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo, 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, black granite 23,444 miles ...................................................................................................................$23,995 .........$21,900 2013 BUICK REGAL GS, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, all power, super nice, crystal red, 23,473 miles......................................................................................................................$24,995 .........$22,900 2013 BUICK REGAL PREMIUM, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo 4 cyl., leather, loaded, super sharp, silver, 15,358 miles ..............................................................................................................................$19,990 .........$17,900 2011 BUICK REGAL T-TYPE, 4 dr., 2.0L Turbo, 4 cyl., leather, sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., mocha, 38,487 miles ...........................................................................................................................$16,995 .........$15,500 2003 BUICK PARK AVENUE, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, one owner, leather, loaded, very nice, maroon, 175,676 miles ..........................................................................................................................$6,995 ...........$3,900 2002 BUICK LESABRE LIMITED, 4 dr. 3.8L, V6, leather, loaded, super nice, white, 201,609 miles ..............................................................................................................................$5,995 ...........$3,900 2000 BUICK LESABRE LIMITED, 4 dr. 3.8L, V6, leather, loaded, good cond., blue, 159,260 miles ...............................................................................................................................$4,995 ...........$3,900

OTHER MAKES

2012 FORD FOCUS SE, 4 dr., 2.0L 4 cyl., sunroof, loaded, exc. cond., black, 111,220 miles ....................$10,995 ...........$8,900 2012 CHRYSLER 300C AWD, 4 dr, 5.7L Hemi V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, black, 78,976 miles ..............................................................................................................................$23,995 .........$19,900 2010 CHRYSLER 300C, 4 dr, 5.7L Hemi V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, super nice, black, 53,888 miles ..............................................................................................................................$15,995 .........$14,900 2008 CHRYSLER SEBRING LIMITED CONVERTIBLE, 3.5 L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., maroon, 98,251 miles ............................................................................................................................$8,995 ...........$6,900 2006 LINCOLN SIGNATURE LIMITED TOWN CAR, 4.6L V8, leather, exc. cond., white, 121,949 miles ..............................................................................................................................$9,995 ...........$7,900 2006 CADILLAC CTS, 4 dr., 3.6L V6, leather, sunroof, loaded, sharp, gray, 92,155 miles .........................$16,995 .........$10,900 2005 FORD TAURUS SEL, 4 door, 3.0L V6, leather, loaded, exc. cond., silver, 178,609 miles .....................$4,995 ...........$3,500 2005 LINCOLN TOWN CAR, 4 dr., 4.6L, V8, leather, loaded, very nice, beige, 156,069 miles......................$6,995 ...........$4,900 2004 LINCOLN LS, 4 dr., 3.9L, V8, leather, sunroof, loaded, very nice, beige, 122,396 miles .......................$5,995 ...........$4,500 2003 FORD TAURUS SE 4 dr., 3.0L V6, loaded, good cond., beige, 147,554 miles ......................................$3,995 ...........$1,900 1997 CADILLAC DEVILLE, 4 dr., 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, exc. cond., green, 119,533 miles......................$4,995 ...........$1,500 1996 CADILLAC SEDAN DEVILLE, 4.6L V8, leather, loaded, nice car, beige, 163,266 miles .....................$4,995 ...........$1,500 1992 OLDSMOBILE 98 REGENCY ELITE, 4 dr., 3.8L V6, leather, loaded, very nice, gray, 165,115 miles ........................................................................................................................................$3,995 ...........$1,900

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CALIFORNIA CARA CARA ORANGE

5# BOX RUIT APEF S A TEX GR

2.99

2.69 LB

BONE IN RD OA 1/2 SEAB ROAST IN O L PORK

4# BAG ES ANG V NA EL OR

2.99

3.99 LB

GROUND EAN %L ROUND 85

2.99 LB

11OZ ARCTIC SHORES SHRIMP RING...........................................7.99 16OZ OSCAR MAYER DELI FRESH LUNCHMEAT ...............................4.99

Z 6PK,16.9OUCTS D O R P I S PEP

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3/$5

4/$10

10-16OZ BIRDS EYE FROZEN VEGETABLES

10/$10

2/1144”.-99 2/19.99

3/$5

OVEN ROASTED AST BRE CHICKEN

5.99

SIGNATURE COLBY JACK & COLBY CHEESE

3/$5

12CT ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY FROZEN DINNER ROLLS

3.99 LB MAN NOBLE RO12”PIZZA ,

7OZ 5.25-10.8 INE IS U LEAN C

2.25-4.4OZ OSCAR MAYER LUNCHABLES ...................................10/10.00 12OZ BOB EVANS BREAKFAST LINKS OR PATTIES ..................................2.99

WILSON COOKED HAM

2/$1 EA

5.99

1.69 LB

SUTTON’S SIGNATURE ROTISSERIE CHICKEN

6.99 EA

CALIFORNIA MINNEOLA

5# BOX SPANISH E IN L C EMENT

BONE IN COUNTRY STYLE SEABOARD CENTER CUT PORK RIBS

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4.99 LB

12-14CT AUNT JEMIMA FRENCH TOAST OR WAFFLES....................1.99 5.2-6.8OZ AUNT JEMIMA GRT START BREAKFAST ......................1.99

1/2 GAL REITER ILK TE M C CHO OL A

2/$3

WEBEL 22OZ SCHWHITE T N GIA

1.79

1/2 GAL REITER E UIC ORANGE J

5.3 OZ CHOBANI GREEK YOGURT

2/$3

10/$10

64 OZ SILK MILK

2.99

12GR MIN BATH R A H C TISSUE

AG 7-20OZ B ARTY P Y A L O IT FR S SIZE CHIP

56-64CT BX PUFFS FACIAL TISSUE

4.99

2/$7

10/$10

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69¢

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2.99

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2/88¢

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4.99

12.99

5.3 OZ CHOBANI FLIPS YOGURT

4/$5

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2.99 16-18OZ JAR ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY PEANUT BUTTER

BTL 92-100OZUID IQ L TIDE L AUNDRY T DETERGEN

1.49

11.99

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10.5-25.6OZ NABISCO FAMILY SIZE COOKIES ..............................................3.79 4CT ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY FRUIT BOWLS......................................1.99 4-6CT CUP MOTT’S

4.5-5OZ NEW YORK TEXAS TOAST CROUTONS

3.8-5.9OZ OR E KNORR RICIDES PASTA SD GET 1 BUY 4 AN

10/$10

4.4-5.29OZ KEEBLER SPECIAL K BARS

1.99

APPLE SAUCE .....................................1.99 64OZ ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY APPLE JUICE ....................................2/3.00 12-16OZ ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY PASTA ............................................10/10.00

FREE

4-8OZ KEEBLER SPECIAL K CRACKERS

1.99

20OZ ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY KETCHUP

79¢

20 OZ DINTY MOORE BEEF STEW..........................................2.39 5.5-7.3OZ ESSENTIAL EVERYDAY 14.5-15OZ RED GOLD MACARONI & CHEESE ....................2/1.00 TOMATOES & SAUCE ..................10/10.00 8.85-14.6OZ TACO BELL DINNER KIT ..........................................1.99

6PK,16.9OZ NESTLE PURE LIFE SPLASH WATER

2/3.00