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Webber sentenced to three years for death of daughter

A Blue Ribbon Reward is being offered for information on suspect(s) in the Hollansburg fire. (Clinton Randall photo)

Rewards offered to help capture arson suspects BY CLINTON RANDALL STAFF WRITER DARKE COUNTY - The Darke County Crime Stoppers are offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 to aid in the arrest of a suspect(s) responsible for a rash of arson fires that have plagued the county over the past week. In addition to the Crime Stoppers reward, the State Fire Marshal’s Office has posted a Blue Ribbon Reward of up to $5,000 for a fire that destroyed a vacant home at 2585 Hollansburg-Richmond Road near the Village of Hollansburg. The blaze occurred in the early morning hours of May 31 and was discovered as firefighters and deputies were on the scene of a truck fire nearby. According to the Darke County Sheriff’s Office, the vehicle fire is not confirmed to be connected to the house fire, but they are not ruling it out. The house was vacant at the time of the fire and has been ruled arson. According to investigators, the ruling came after burn patterns at the site were consistent with the fire being intentionally set. Lab testing is being

done to determine if and what type of accelerant may have been used to ignite the fire in the onestory brick home. Just a few days later, the City of Greenville Fire Department responded to a series of fires in and around detached garages in the early morning hours of June 3 that have been ruled arson as well. First was a barn and neighboring garage behind 311 E. Fourth St. at approximately 1:44 a.m. At 3:33 a.m. the department was dispatched to a fire behind 315 N. Main St. for a report of materials adjacent to a detached garage burning. Finally, Greenville firefighters responded to a fire behind 108 Sweitzer St. at approximately 3:58 a.m. were one garage was destroyed and two other building were damaged. According to Assistant Chief David McDermitt, the State Fire Marshal’s Office has been contacted regarding these intentionally set fires and are currently working with the fire and police departments regarding the investigation. “We hope the reward money will give an incen-

Greenville Firefighters work to douse one of three fires that took place in the city. They are calling the fires arson. (Clinton Randall photo)

GREENVILLE - The father of a baby girl who died in her crib last February will spend the next three years in prison. Scott A. Webber, 29, of Greenville appeared for sentencing June 5 in the Darke County Common Pleas Court. He was found guilty as charged in April by Judge Jonathan P. Hein during a bench trial of the case. The counts were merged for sentencing with the judge only using the more severe charge of Involuntary Manslaughter. Webber and his wife Lauren Jones were charged with one count each of Involuntary Manslaughter, a ﬁrst degree felony, and Endangering Children, a felony of the third degree, after an investigation into the February 2013 death of their 16month-old daughter who died of asphyxiation while in her crib. Investigators believed a combination of the adult sleep-aid ZzzQuil, the couple admitted to giving her that night, and clutter inside the crib led to the baby’s death. “This is truly a tragic case. I have not had a tougher trial to go through in my 25 years because you had a beautiful 16month-old daughter that looked like a little doll, but was never gonna wake up again,” defense attorney David A. Rohrer stated during sentencing. “How more do you punish a person than in the death of their

child,” Rohrer added. “I find it ironic that the state feels my client is more responsible than the mother in this case.” The mother, Lauren Jones served a 90 day jail sentence with probation as part of a plea agreement to testify against Webber at trial. Jones was present at Thursday’s sentencing to support her husband and was visibly emotional during the entire hearing. “All the investigators in this case agreed that it was obvious that he was in charge of the relationship,” Darke County Prosecuting Attorney Kelly Ormsby stated during sentencing. “If he told her to give the baby medicine she followed his orders to avoid conflict.” A pre-sentence investigation showed that Webber has no prior felony convictions on his record and has had only moderate alcohol and drug usage in his past. Judge Hein handed down the minimum three year sentence in the case. “There needs to a standard and expectation set for child care, that consequence and a sentence serves that purpose,” Judge Hein stated before handing down the minimum three year sentence. Webber has 30 days to appeal the decision of the court if he chooses to do so. He will be placed on five years post release control after he serves his prison term.

Fire gutted this vacant home in Hollansburg. (Clinton Randall photo)

tive for someone to call and do the right thing,” stated a member of Crime Stoppers. “We want to see this stopped before someone gets hurt.” If you have any information about any of the ﬁres listed contact Det. Corey Turner at the Darke

County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce, 548-2020, Det. Eric Roberts at the Greenville Police Department, 5484150, or the Darke County Crime Stoppers’ private Tipline at 547-1661 or online at darkecountycrimestoppers.com/tips.

Scott Webber is shown with David Rohrer, defense attorney, during sentencing. (Clinton Randall photo)

School district asks city to waive fees and bonds on new building BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR GREENVILLE – Greenville City School District’s preliminary plans for the new K-8 building are expected to go before Greenville’s Planning and Zoning Commission on June 17 for approval, but City Council received a preview of a few items they are being asked to approve for the project at their June 3 meeting. Safety/Service Director Curt Garrison asked council to determine whether the request for three variances should be assigned to a committee for further examination or prepare legisla-

On Your Mind .............pg. 5

tion. The school district and contractor, Garmann Miller, would like to immediately move forward with the project once Planning & Zoning gives its approval. The school district is asking the city to waive the utility tap-in fee. If council agrees to the proposal, the city would forgo fees that total $12,000 for water and $18,000 for sewer. The second variance request could save the school district $9,000 or more, but require the city to provide construction inspections in the rightof-way without reimbursement. The variance would eliminate a 3%

construction inspection fee. The district has set aside at least $300,000 for public improvements in the right-of-way. According to Garrison, that fee is in place to cover the time for the city’s Planning & Zoning Department to oversee everything is put in per code. “This is a huge project. It will require a lot of city time.” The school district is also asking the city to waive the need for surety and maintenance bonds. If not waived, companies doing work on this project would need to be double bonded because the Ohio School Facilities Commission already

Obituaries ...................pg. 7

Ryan’s World ..............pg. 5

Poultry Days ....... pg. 16-17

Church/Social ........ pg. 6-7

Senior Scribes...........pg. 21

requires companies it works with to be bonded. The bonds are another form of insurance that a contracted company will do the work correctly. The maintenance bond is for one year and covers defects that might occur after the work is completed. Councilman John Baumgardner pointed out he was in favor of approving the three variances. Other members were partially in agreement, but felt the need to keep the maintenance bond. Legislation to waive the variances is expected to appear before council at its June 17 meeting.

Garrison also informed council the water meter installation project should be completed soon. The city is shutting off the water to households that have failed to have the new water meter installed. Approximately 50 occupied homes will be affected, as well as several vacant homes. In other business, council: * heard a report on three suspicious ﬁres in the city. Garrison said, “If you remember last year at this time we started our rash of break-ins. We are hoping this does not follow that same trend.” He encouraged

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all citizens and neighborhood watch groups to be looking for suspicious activity and report it to the police department; and * learned 16 nuisance/ garbage complaints in the last two weeks. People are starting to get these properties cleaned up. The street department has mowed over 40 lawns after posted notices went unheeded. Garrison expects a second round of mowing to begin soon. The next regular meeting of Greenville City Council will be June 17, 7:30 p.m., Council Chambers, Municipal Building.

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County Sheriff’s Office that the resident, Herman Linder, was continually calling 911 without an emergency. Police found Linder sitting in front of his residence with several empty beer cans around him. He appeared highly intoxicated. Linder admitted calling 911 saying a Greenville police officer needed to be arrested for a double homicide that occurred in Greenville years ago. He added he was going to contact Internal Affairs because the department was also involved in the homicides. Linder was warned only to call 911 in an emergency and if he continued to do so without one he would be cited. Linder said he didn’t care and to go ahead and take him to jail. He added he wouldn’t stop calling until the officer was arrested. Following the warning police left the scene and Linder made more 911 calls. Police returned, arrested him and took him to Darke County jail. He received a citation for Misuse of 911. On May 29 police were called to the station where a suspect, Jasper Forest Angle, pulled into the driveway followed by three individuals in two vehicles. They were angry and yelling at Angle that he was harassing their families. One incident occurred when Angle had flagged down two of the victims and said he had a present for one of them, then later threw several sand bags and tools in the front yard. Angle said he remembered doing it but not why, noting he had mental health problems and only takes his medicine “some of the time.” He was also accused of continually following, circling the property of and yelling at the victims. Angle could not give a valid answer other than he worked in the area, which was allegedly a lie. There were other incidents as well. There was a concern about Angle possibly being on Greenville schools property, so he was warned for trespassing. Angle was also warned to stay away from the three victims;

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they were advised to get a Civil Protection Order (CPO) against him. The case was forwarded to the Darke County Prosecutor for a possible Menacing by Stalking charge. On May 16 police were dispatched to speak with a victim regarding a possible CPO violation by suspect Jeremy Martinez, who is currently in Randolph County jail. Martinez had allegedly made two phone calls which the officer is having verified by Randolph County, and sent three letters. The victim was in possession of the letters. All contacts are in violation of the CPO issued against him. The officer will consult with the Darke County Prosecutor’s Office regarding the violations. DUI On June 1 police observed a gold Chevy Malibu driven by Frank Gragorace, who the officer knew didn’t have an operator’s license. The officer confirmed that information and stopped Gragorace for the violation. The suspect had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on him, his speech was slurred and he kept repeating things. His eyes were blood shot. When asked, Gragorace said he had one beer. The suspect did poorly on the field sobriety test, placed under arrest and transported to Greenville Police Department. He consented to the breath test and registered a .12. He was placed under Administrative License Suspension (ALS) and released to a friend. On May 30 police observed a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot of Captain D’s, 656 Wagner Ave. Jason Ullery was sitting in the front seat of a vehicle; Angel Cheadle was standing outside of it looking for her cell phone. It was determined Ullery did not have a valid Operator’s License and he appeared highly intoxicated. Keys were not in the ignition at the time so the officer advised Ullery he was not driving home. Cheadle stated she would drive home; the officer told her she appeared to also be intoxicated. She said she would take a road sobriety test and did poorly on it. She gave the officer permission to park the vehicle and the two said they would walk to her uncle’s house. A little later the officer observed both Ullery and Cheadle walking back to her vehicle. He then observed her driving her vehicle so he stopped her. She stated she took a breath

test at her uncle’s and passed it. The officer said she was intoxicated and asked her to perform the field sobriety test. Again she did poorly on it. She was arrested for OVI and transported to Greenville Police Department. She consented to a breath test and registered .10. She was cited for OVI (Operating a Vehicle under the Influence) and placed under ALS suspension. Her vehicle was towed and she was released to her grandmother. DOMESTIC Police were contacted regarding a domestic violence complaint. The victim complained the suspect said he was leaving her because he couldn’t stand her any more, then allegedly grabbed her ankles and pulled her out of her chair. He then allegedly kicked her in the right side of the head and punched her. She was asked why he would do this if he was leaving. She said he was on drugs. The officer could find no marks or bruising; also noted she was not upset or had she been crying. The victim had called her mother who also commented there were no marks or bruising. The officer felt it odd the victim would call her mother first rather than the police. The officer returned to the police station to discuss the situation with the dispatcher who also noted the victim’s behavior was not consistent with the alleged beating. The case is being presented to the Darke County Prosecutor for consideration of charges. EARLY BIRD POLICY The Greenville Police Beat is prepared from public records available at the Greenville Police Department. Every effort is made to balance the public’s right to know with the rights of the individuals involved. Readers are encouraged to contact Greenville Police if they have information or concerns regarding these or any other incidents they see. The Early Bird notes all suspects are innocent until proven guilty and welcomes comments and concerns regarding this community service.

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In the June 1 edition of The Early Bird Police Beat, a citation and arrest for Disorderly Conduct was incorrectly reported. The incident on May 25 resulted in the arrest of Rocky Yoder at 311 1/2 E. Fourth St. The Early Bird apologizes for the error.

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Summer help needed Greenville Mayor Mike Bowers welcomes members of the Ohio Federation of Republican Women to Greenville and KitchenAid Experience for an apple dumpling making event.

OFRW directors enjoy KitchenAid Experience BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR GREENVILLE – “Don’t eat too much at Montage – I know that’s going to be hard… the food is delicious – but you will be eating your apple dumpling with ice cream for dessert afterwards.” The ladies were warned… then as the apple dumplingmaking lesson kicked in and they poured different kinds of sugar and spices on the apple and its wrapping, they began to realize diets would be going out the window. The KitchenAid Experience, one of the gems of Downtown Greenville, played host to members of the Ohio Federation of Republican Women Board of Directors May 31. KitchenAid’s Linda Cummins taught them how to make the store’s famous apple dumplings, after which they went a few doors down to the Montage for lunch while the dumplings were baking, then back to KitchenAid to enjoy the fruits of their labor. “KitchenAid really rolled out the red carpet for us,” said Lyn Bliss, Greenville resident and president of the statewide organization. The idea was mentioned by

ment, adopting a park, gardening, butterﬂy monitoring, summer camps, yard work, wood working projects, hosting the Log House and more. Feel free to stop by the Nature Center, 4267 State Route 502 W., Greenville, and check out all the volunteer opportunities on their website, www.darkecountyparks.org.

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B U I L D I N G H E A LT H Y L I V E S. O R G OFRW directors start to realize what they are making for dessert as they begin adding different kinds of sugar and spices to their apple dumplings. Left to right: President Lyn Bliss, Treasurer Mary Beth Kemmer, Community Engagement Chair Judith Lancaster and Political Education Chair Kate Burch.

Sandy Buschur earlier in the year. “It is such a pleasure to have women from all parts of Ohio serve on our 2014-15 Ohio Federation of Republican Women’s board of directors,” she added. Although she knew all of them, many had never met before becoming part of the board. “Enjoying this experience in Greenville was just one small chance for those ladies to socialize and get to know each other on a personal basis.” Greenville Mayor Mike Bowers welcomed the ladies to Greenville, joking with the group and letting them know the community was pleased they have chosen to experience

Poultry clinic, show and swap is June 21 GREENVILLE – On June 21, the Darke County Jr. Fair Poultry Committee will be sponsoring a poultry swap, poultry clinic and poultry show, the poultry swap starts at 6 a.m. at the Darke County Fair Poultry Barn. From 9-11:30 a.m., also on June 21, the Jr. Fair Poultry Committee will sponsor a Poultry Clinic for all 4-H Members and FFA members that have interest in the poultry industry at the Domestic Arts building at the Darke County Fairgrounds (located between poultry barn and Youth Building). The clinic will include presentations from Tim Bowles, who will serve as the Jr. Fair Fancy Bird and Showmanship judge

GREENVILLE – Do your feet ﬁt in a pair of these boots? If so, give Laura Schwieterman, Darke County Parks volunteer coordinator a call at 548-0165 and see how you could assist the Park District this summer. They are looking for volunteers (youth and adult) to help ﬁll bird feeders, assist with animal enrich-

NEW MADISON – A Community Supper will be held at the Ft. Black Masonic Lodge, New Madison, on June 10. Serving will begin at 5 p.m. in the lodge dining room. Beef & noodles, chicken & noodles, will be served with mashed potatoes, corn, green beans & deserts. The proceeds will be used to support Masonic community charities, events, and activities. The public is welcome.

and will prepare tips on preparing birds for show day, Levi King of King and Sons will address butchering and preparing your birds for butchering, Matt Aultman from Keller Feed & Grain will discuss feeding market and fancy birds, Darke County Junior Fairboard Members will discuss fair showmanship and preparing for show day and Dr. Tim Barman of Cooper Farms will discuss poultry health and diseases as well as demonstrate proper euthanasia. Door prizes will be given out at the conclusion of the program. The Jr. Fair Poultry Committee will also sponsor a poultry show with Tim Bowles serving as the ofﬁcial at noon.

KitchenAid. “We have about 50 tour buses a year in Greenville,” he said. “They all come here to KitchenAid.” He also noted the apple dumplings they’ll be making are they best they’ll ever eat. Darke County Republican Party Executive Chair Mike Rieman also welcomed the ladies on behalf of the party and thanked them for their augmentation of party activities. “The Federation of Republican Women is a great organization, helping to make sure we get candidates elected,” he said. Attending the event were Bliss, Political Education Chair Kate Burch, Awards Co-chair Rita Hollenbacher, Community Engagement Chair Judith Lancaster, Treasurer Mary Beth Kemmer, Membership Chair Robin Dodge, Caring for America Chair Sue Leisey and Southwest District Vice-president Missy Mae Walters.

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Old National Bank supports development DARKE COUNTY - Old National Bank in Union City has joined Darke County’s Partnering for Progress initiative, becoming the latest member of the county wide economic development effort and the 76th member overall. The P4P initiative is a collaborative effort between the county economic development ofﬁce, the Darke County Community Improvement Corporation (CIC), the county commissioners, and dozens of public and

private investors across the county. It aims to promote both the expansion of county industry and the development of local tools to support and sustain that growth. Because of these goals, Economic Development (ED) Director Marc Saluk said the private investment side of the equation is vital. “The support of Old National Bank and the other investors gives the economic development ofﬁce resources that it would never have if it were solely a public program,” ex-

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Joining Darke County Commissioners Diane Delaplane, Mike Rhoades and Mike Stegall are volunteers and board members from the American Red Cross, Darke County Chapter. (Ryan Berry photo)

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Kasich and JobsOhio No it’s not a bird…and no it’s not a plane… it’s not Superman either. However, there is something on the rise in Ohio besides the Cleveland superhero, and it’s the number of people in Ohio that are returning to work. We can thank our own superhero of sorts, John Kasich, for helping to get Ohioans back to work. Although Kasich may not be faster than a speeding bullet or have the ability to leap tall buildings in a single bound, he has proven himself in bringing more jobs to Ohioans and lowering the unemployment rate all without raising taxes! Since Governor Kasich took office, Ohio has gained over a quarter-million jobs with the unemployment rate for Ohio dropping to 5.7%, well below the national average of 6.3%. (www. kasichforohio.com/ohios-comeback) Governor Kasich has taken a new approach to dealing with Ohio’s job growth and economy, which involves a lot more than just throwing money at the problem and hoping it fixes itself. Kasich knows that you must create an atmosphere of job growth through lower taxes on citizens and small businesses, while also introducing new, innovative programs. One major innovative program is JobsOhio. JobsOhio is a private, non-profit organization which cooperates with businesses on staying in Ohio as well as expanding job opportunities for Ohioans. Along with JobsOhio, Kasich has released a new website called OhioMeansJobs.com, allowing employers and potential employees to be paired up faster and easier than ever before. Employers can find the employees they need to fill the gaps, while employees can find a job that interests them and get back to work. This new website is also set-up to help students, as well as veterans, find direction to reach their goals by setting up a “career pathway.” These career pathways are general plans that allow people to get the idea of how to get the job they desire and what steps they might have to take to achieve those occupational goals. (http:// jfs.ohio.gov/owd/careerpathways/index.stm) People can also post resumes and find jobs in the area that match their skill set. All of these things add up to Ohioans finding work again and getting into better shape than when Kasich took office. Why would we want to stop Ohio’s economic recovery by putting someone in such as the Democrats? The Democrats think they can fix all of Ohio’s problems by spending more money; however, they have no real ideas when it comes to paying for any of the spending they seek to propose. This kind of attitude is going to hurt Ohioans and all the job creation Kasich and JobsOhio has worked so hard to maintain when Democrats decide to raise taxes on business and yourself in order to pay for increase in spending. This reckless behavior is the same that lead Ohio to obtain a budget with an 8 billion dollar shortfall and a “rainy-day fund” of only 89 cents. Governor Kasich has turned Ohio around and has created a plan that works; we wouldn’t want to jeopardize the SUPER job Kasich has been doing by introducing these kryptonite ideals the Democrats have attempted to fill our heads with. Allen Peele, Darke County ------------------------------------------------------Intersection Troubles This letter is in regards to the intersection of U.S. Route 127 and Kruckeberg Road. When headed north on 127, there is only space for 1-2 cars to pull over in the turn lane to turn west on Kruckeberg Road. If traffic gets backed up to turn onto Kruckeberg, 3-5 cars could easily be waiting to turn. This causes several cars to be stopped in the left lane of 127. If a driver is not paying attention, they come upon stopped traffic when they are traveling at 60 mph. An accident waiting to happen. Also, traffic going east on Kruckeberg Road often gets backed up at 127 because there is not a right turn lane. Traffic would flow much better if there were to be a right turn lane from Kruckeberg Road to 127. Modifications were made at 127 and Children’s Home Road to accommodate the increased traffic from Whirlpool. Also, modifications were made at 127 and Sebring-Warner Road to accommodate the increased traffic. With the addition of a new health care facility at St. Rt. 121 and Kruckeberg Road, which will increase the overall traffic in the area, it would make sense to find some way to alleviate the traffic back-up at the intersection of 127 and Kruckeberg Road. I seriously dread traveling through this intersection when traffic is heavy. It is an accident waiting to happen and I hope revisions can be made before something tragic happens. Ruby Laughman, Arcanum

Democrat Breakfast GREENVILLE – There will be an early riser Democrat Breakfast at the Brethren Retirement Community’s Cafeteria on June 14, 8 a.m. Joe Van Vickle, from the Darke County Coroner’s ofﬁce, will be the guest

speaker. It will be very informative. Come and enjoy a wonderful breakfast and good fellowship. Everyone is welcome. For reservations, call Tom Hans, 273-3865, or David Niley, 548-4517.

DAR PICKS UP TRASH

GREENVILLE – Fort GreeneVille Chapter participated in the Darke County Solid Waste District’s sixth annual “Trash Bash” Community Clean-up Day on April 20. This is the third year they have participated in the fundraiser. The chapter promotes conservation in the local community. Shown are Taylor Nehring, Chris Nehring, Debbie Nisonger, Shirley Hughes, Paul Nehring, Helen Wright, Susie Brewer, and Mary Jane Dietrich.

Help me be a trend setter Ryan’s World by Ryan Berry Managing Editor As a young man, I always took pride in being in style. In the 80’s, I had several pairs of stone-washed jeans that I could cuff at the bottom. I also had my share of pastel shirts. In the early 90’s I had a decent selection of silk shirts and due to my outstanding sense of style I reluctantly quit wearing the stone-washed jeans as they faded into obscurity. As I’ve grown older my taste in clothing has changed, but my sense of style is as solid as it was when I was wearing a pair of bright yellow slacks with suspenders in 1987 (which I also had in a light blue pastel) or the parachute pants, tuxedo shirt, bowtie and gangster hat in 1984. I know...

you’re probably thinking to yourself right now, “Wow! He had it going on.” To that I respond – Don’t be jealous. The late 1990s changed everything for me. Yes, I still had my dazzling sense of style, but I also had responsibilities. Gone were the days of being able to go out and blow half of my paycheck on new clothes. I had a wife and eventually a daughter to take care of. My choices were formula for the kid and pay the rent or new clothes. I was quickly becoming style-less. I was about as dazzling as a Bedazzler without any gems. I looked as sharp as a Nerf sword. I looked…I looked like my dad, except my dad was starting to look more stylish than me with all of his sons out of the house. Even now his suit and tie combinations are the envy of television evangelists everywhere. Granted, his sense of style is a reﬂection of my mom’s sense of style

since he wears whatever she buys. The only area where I can come close to comparing to his style is with my two sweater vests, which I have to say make me look dashing. The past couple of summers have reafﬁrmed my sense of style has not left me. It’s not because I’m able to go out and buy the latest and greatest clothes. Better yet…style just seems to be revolving around me. Let me share a few examples: Have you noticed a lot of the young men with their pants hanging a little lower than normal? That is because of me. I forgot my belt once and bent over to pick something up and they slid down a little on my backside. My wife yelled at me to pull them up. If she had only known the stylish trend I was starting she probably would have praised me rather than yell at me. Check out the kids today…Crocs with Socks

(aka Socks and Sandals). Again, I will take credit for that one. We were in Florida and the sand was hot. I chose to wear socks and sandals to the beach to avoid getting my feet burned by the little grains of sand. Someone must have seen me do it and the trend took off. I can’t take all of the credit for the newest look. Black socks and sandals (with shorts). That is ingenious! Back in my day black socks and shorts were a huge no-no. But I have to say I like the new look. I may just have to try it. Get ready for the newest trend I’m trying to start. Since I’ve already done the jeans hanging off my backside thing, my next trend will be to start wearing my pants around my belly. I give it two summers before this one really gets going. Attention all high school boys – now is the time to start wearing your pants higher. Help me be a trend setter.

Workers Comp reform coming soon In the last three years, under the management of Director Steve JIM BUCHY OHIO B u e h REPRESENTATIVE rer and Governor John Kasich, the Bureau of Workers Compensation (BWC) has been working hard to return money to employers and lower premium rates. The BWC has also proposed a new reform package, which will change the premium payment system from retrospective to prospective, introduce the “True Up” option, and modify the One-Claim initiative. Since 2011, the BWC has saved job providers $224 million in premiums by reducing average base premium rates. The BWC has also created the Billion Back program, which returned $1 billion in rebates to Ohio employers. In addition to these initiatives, the BWC has been taking steps to reform their Worker’s Compensation system. Reforms passed the Ohio Legislature this week and are awaiting the Governor’s action. House Bill 493 will bring changes to the worker’s compensation system that will ease the burden on businesses, without taking beneﬁts away from those who are disabled or unable to work. The major provision of HB 493 is the change of the premium payment system from a retrospective system to a prospec-

tive system. The prospective system will require businesses to pay their premiums at the beginning of the policy year, rather than at the end. The bill also provides for a $1.2 billion credit to be spread amongst employers, in order to ease with the implementation of the change. This will create a system that is better aligned with industry standards, and also gives Ohio employers a degree of ﬂexibility in their payments, as employers may choose to make their payments in 12 equal installments, or once a year. This change will also lower premiums by up

to 2% for private sector employers. This will result in thousands of dollars saved for businesses. Businesses will also beneﬁt from the new “True Up” provision, which requires employers to submit a payroll at the end of the year. The BWC will compare the true payroll to the estimation created by the BWC at the beginning of the policy year, and may award a credit to the employer if the payroll has changed from the estimate. Another provision of HB 493 is the modiﬁcation of the One-Claim Program. This program eases the burden on small businesses when

they must report a major claim for the first time. The bill will now allow public employers to participate in the program, which will help small townships and villages significantly. When the financial impact of an uncharacteristic claim is minimized, more of that money will be invested in local communities. The Bureau of Worker’s Compensation has taken many steps to reduce burdens on employers in the past three years, and the reforms in HB 493 will continue to lower premium rates, and give money back to employers.

Kiser selected for Buckeye Boys State GREENVILLE – Evan Kiser, a junior at Greenville High School, has been selected by American Legion Post #140 to participate in American Legion Buckeye Boys State, an eight day intensive program on Ohio government for high school students. American Legion Buckeye Boys

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CHURCH & SOCIAL

Thomas-Doolin to wed June 14

CARD OF THANKS

Kelsey Wolfe – Storm Davis

Wolfe-Davis to wed 6/14

GREENVILLE – Jeff and Heidi Wolfe, of Greenville, are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage ceremony of their daughter, Kelsey Danielle Wolfe. Kelsey currently attends Indiana University East. She will graduate May 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Science in Sociology with a minor in Criminal Justice. She is currently employed at Indiana University East in the Ofﬁce of Admissions and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The groom, Storm Brandon, is currently an Airman 1st Class in the United States Air Force. He is currently stationed in Germany as a Security Forces member. Storm is the son of Michael Davis, of Willowdell, and Sherry Apple, of Versailles. The ceremony will take place at the First United Methodist Church and the reception will follow at the Fort Piqua Plaza Ballroom on June 14.

BLESSED EVENT

Ellie Addington

UNION CITY – Joel and Megan (Livingston) Addington would like to announce the birth of their ﬁrst child, Ellie May Addington, born at 12:53 p.m. on May 18, 2014 at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, IN. Ellie weighed 7lb 1oz and was 19-inches long. She was welcomed home by the proud grandparents: Tom and Annette Livingston, New Weston, Lewis and Diane Addington, Union City, In; and great grandparents, Jim and Carolyn Green, Dan Livingston, Margret Day, Vera Jean Coby, all of Union City.

Dean’s List LAURA – Molly Swigart, a Political Science major and a resident of Laura, is on Butler University’s Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2013-2014 academic year. Recipients range from freshman to sixth-year pharmacy students.

The family of Gerald E. (Jerry) Williams wishes to say thank you to friends and families for their visits to the hospital and after his passing. We thank you for your prayers, ﬂowers and charitable donations. We give special thanks to Pastor Gerald Steele for his comforting and reassuring words. Thank you to Darke County State of the Heart Hospice for their tender touch and dignity. May God bless everyone of you. Jerry will be greatly missed by all who knew him well. Roberta M. Williams

Eternity’s Crossing

Eternity’s Crossing to sing at TCC GREENVILLE – Eternity’s Crossing gospel music trio from West Virginia will be appearing at Triumphant Christian Center, 1129 South Towne Court, Greenville, in a special Father’s Day concert. Karen Meadows, Molly Lynn and

Larah Gravely will warm your heart as they sing of their wonderful savior Jesus Christ. Pastor Sam Shilot and the congregation welcome one and all to join them in this Father’s Day celebration at 11 a.m., June 15.

Memorial Concert set for June 22 Alexis Kermeen – Luke Headley

Kermeen and Headley to wed

GREENVILLE – Christopher and Kimberly Kermeen announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter Alexis Renee Kermeen to Luke Steven Headley, son of Steve and Lisa Headley. All are from Greenville. Alexis is a 2009 graduate of Greenville High School and a 2013 graduate of Sinclair Community College with an AAS in Nursing. Alexis is employed at Heartland of Miamisburg as a Registered Nurse. Luke is a 2006 graduate of Greenville High School and a 2008 graduate of Sinclair Community College with an AAS in Auto Technology. Luke is employed at Yaskawa Motoman in Miamisburg as a Robotics Assembly Technician. The wedding will take place June 27, 2014 at the Cox Arboretum in Dayton.

Dean’s List DARKE COUNTY – Several area residents have been named to the Wilmington College Dean’s List for the 2014 spring semester. Students include Ashley R. Miller, Arcanum; Kurt M. Fortkamp, Ft. Recovery; Taylor E. Dill, Hollansburg; Jonell G. Winger, Union City; Bethany C. Ahrens and Samantha D. Kremer, both of Versailles.

GREENVILLE – St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, 131 E. Fourth St., Greenville, will present the sixth annual Mathew’s Memorial Concert on June 22, 7 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. The ﬁrst half of the concert will feature contemporary Christian music and the second half will feature favorite old gospel hymns. This annual concert is to honor Don and Evelyn Mathews and their generosity of bestowing a blessed monetary gift from their estate to St. Paul. These funds allow St. Paul to maintain its buildings and provide for necessary capital expenditures. Through this gift a beautiful grand piano was purchased for the sanctuary. This instrument will be featured in the program by several artists. This concert has been in the planning for several months and every performer has worked diligently getting ready for their presentations. This program is always very well attended and people are amazed at the talent of the artists. The following artists will be featured: Priscilla Stanze-Acuff, from Kettering, will be playing the pipe organ; Melinda Hofstetter, from Dayton, will be performing on the violin; Pastor Peter B. Menke will be playing the grand piano; and his jazz trio, the P.B. and J. Trio, consisting of Pas-

GHS Class of 1958 meets

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Class of 1958 is having a luncheon on June 13, 1 p.m., at Fairlawn Restaurant.

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tor Peter, Brad Hare and Jane Tester, will also present wonderful selections. Also presenting vocals will be Brett Burchett, from Piqua, accompanied by an acoustic guitarist; St. Paul’s Lemon Family will also sing and Julie Lemon will present a solo; St. Paul’s Senior Choir, under the direction of Kari Lemon, has planned some very moving selections. Last, but not least, the audience will be invited to participate in singing some favorite old hymns. A free-will offering will be taken to offset some expenses, and to assist in the future of the music ministry at St. Paul. At the conclusion of the concert, a fellowship hour will take place in the social room with light refreshments being served by the Fellowship Committee. Pastor Menke, the Concert Committee and St. Paul’s congregation invite everyone in the community to attend this wonderful evening of inspiring music and talent to praise our Lord and Savior.

Phil and Roberta Crawford

Crawford’s anniversary GREENVILLE – Phil and Roberta (Heath) Crawford, of Greenville, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on June 7. Both graduated from Greenville High School. Phil is a retired nursing home administrator and Roberta is retired from teaching. They currently own and operate an antique store, Cratiques, in Greenville. They have four children, Kim (Rob) Stigler, Justin Crawford, Erin (Alan) Ayette and Margo (Randy) Wheeler. They also have 11 grandchildren.

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NEW MADISON – Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Thomas, of New Madison, are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Kylie Danielle to Jeremiah Daniel Doolin, son of Angela McClurg and Tim Bowman. The bride-elect is a 2010 graduate of TriVillage High School. She graduated from the Vet Tech Institute at Bradford School, Columbus, in 2012 with a degree in Veterinary Technology. She is currently employed at TLC Pet Hospital as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Kylie is the granddaughter of Mary and the late Gerald Greer, of Greenville, and the late Lowell and Nancy Thomas, of New Madison. Her ﬁancé is a 2011 graduate of Tri-Village High School. He is currently employed at

BIBLE SCHOOL GREENVILLE – Pleasant View Missionary Church, 5231 Gettysburg Pitsburg Road, Greenville, will host Vacation Bible School July 7-11, 6:30-8:30 p.m. This year’s theme is Jerusalem – An Adventure in Miracles. The event is open to children ages 5 to entering ﬁfth grade. There will be games, stories, crafts and worship. For more information, call 447-3885.

Kylie Thomas – Jeremiah Doolin

Neaton Auto Products Manufacturing, Inc. as a Maintenance Technician. Jeremy is the grandson of Gladys Damron of Hollansburg, James and Linda McClurg, of Morehead, KY, the late Charles and Jewell Doolin and the late Jean Doolin, of Cynthiana, KY. The couple is planning a June 14 wedding at First Congregational Christian Church, Greenville, with a reception to follow.

Luther and Judy Strobel 1964

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

Luther and Judy Strobel present

Strobel’s anniversary Ethan Post

Name: Ethan Frederick Post Age: 2 Years Birthday: June 3 Parents: Heinrick & Jessica (Cohn-Robbins) Post, Greenville Maternal Grandparents: Tammy and Jeff Wolf Whitehouse, and Jeff and Nicole Robbins, Greenville Paternal Grandparents: Dan and Heidi Linebaugh, Union City, and Henry Post, Greenville Maternal Great Grandparents: Terry and Marilyn Holman, Greenville, Richard Robbins, Greenville, and Mike and Shirley May, Willshire Paternal Great Grandparents: Ruby Bartos, Eldorado, and Lester and Nancy Linebaugh, Union City

Ahrens graduates

VERSAILLES - Bethany C. Ahrens, of Versailles, recently graduated from Wilmington College, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (cum laude), with a degree in business administration. She joined 314 graduating seniors at the 138th annual commencement ceremony.

NORTH STAR – Luther and Judy Strobel were united in marriage on June 27, 1964 by the late reverend Ferdinand J. VonderHarr at St. Louis Catholic Church in North Star. Luther is the son of the late Louis and Izora Strobel and Judy is the daughter of the late Paul and Yvette Groff. The couple was blessed with two daughters, LeAnn (Charles) Heitkamp and Amy (John) Bey. They have six grandchildren, Kate (Jamie) Phlipot, Andrew, Kristin, and Brian Heitkamp and Hannah and Mitchell Bey. A great-grandchild is expected in July. Luther and Judy will celebrate their 50th anniversary with family and friends on June 22 with a lunch at St. Louis Catholic Church in North Star. There will also be an open house from 2-4 p.m. in the church basement. Your presence is the only present requested.

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BIBLE SCHOOL Palestine Church of Christ PALESTINE –A summer kids’ event called Weird Animals VBS will be hosted at Palestine Church of Christ from June 23-27. At Weird Animals, kids will learn about some of God’s most creative creations! They’ll participate in memorable Biblelearning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and dig into yummy treats, experience cool Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them they are one of a kind, and test out SciencyFun Gizmos they’ll take home and play with all summer long. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with The Tail End—a celebration that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned. Family mem-

bers and friends are encouraged to join in daily for this special time. Kids at Weird Animals VBS will join an international mission effort to share God’s love by providing water for school children in India. Weird Animals VBS is for kids from 3rd to 6th grade and will run from 9 a.m. to noon each day. For more information, call 548-7915. ---------------------East Main Church of Christ GREENVILLE – The East Main Church of Christ in Greenville invites all children to join them at their Vacation Bible School, “SonTreasure Island!” It will be held June 15-19, 6-8:30 p.m. each evening. On Thursday night only class time and a craft or recreation time will be held followed by the closing program. Parents, family and friends are all invited to attend the closing program.

There will be snacks following the program. VBS will be held at the church building located at 419 East Main St. “We’re ready for a Vacation Bible School your children will never forget,” said Kate Meier, this year’s VBS director. “SonTreasure Island creates a fun and exciting island atmosphere where children will have a great time singing, creating crafts, enjoying snacks and playing games. But most important, they’ll discover the treasure of God’s amazing love during class time. Through their adventure, the children will discover that God’s Love is Giving, God’s Love is Kind, God’s Love is Caring, God’s Love is Forgiving and God’s Love is Forever,” said Meier. Call the church at 547-1557 with any questions about registration for VBS or for more information.

– Ernest G. Myers, 96, died Veteran F r i d a y , May 30, 2014. A celebration of life was held Wednesday, June 4 at the funeral home. Burial is at Oakdale Cemetery, Marysville.

SEASE – Madonna Lou (Dull) Sease, 85, of Greenville, died Friday, May 30, 2014. Services were held Wednesday, June 4, at Kreitzer Funeral Home. Burial is at Mote Cemetery, Pitsburg. BRADLEY – William L. “Bill” Bradley, 82, of Greenville, died Monday, June 2, 2014. Services were held Thursday, June 5, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. WALTON – Douglas L. Walton, 72, of Greenville, and formerly of Dayton, died Friday, May 30, 2014. A Graveside Service was held Friday, June 6, 2014, at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery, Dayton.

OBITUARIES

WILLS – Lewis Raymond Wills, 84, of Covington, died Sunday, June 1, 2014. A funeral service was held Thursday, June 5, 2014 at the Covington Church of the Brethren. Interment is at Highland Cemetery, Covington. YOHEY

– Edward Eugene Yohey, 70, Veteran of Covington, died Wednesday, June 4, 2014. A funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 9 at the Bradford United Methodist Church. Interment is Highland Cemetery, Covington. The family will receive friends 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Stocker-Fraley Funeral Home, Bradford.

ERISMAN – Roland O. Erisman, 85, of Greenville, died Saturday, May 31, 2014. Services were held Tuesday, June 3, 2014, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in the Gettysburg Cemetery, Gettysburg.

SWANK – Charles

W . ‘Chuck” Veteran S w a n k , 71, of Greenville, died Tuesday, June 3, 2014. A memorial gathering will be held Monday, June 9, 2014, 5-7 p.m., at the American Legion Post #140, 325 North Ohio St., Greenville.

MARKWITH – Helen L. Markwith, 99, of Greenville, died Tuesday, June 3, 2014. A service was held Friday, June 6, 2014, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial is in Miami Memorial Park, Covington. JOHNSON – Mary C. (Burns) Johnson, 82, of Arcanum, and formerly of New Madison, died Monday, June 2, 2014. Funeral Services were held Friday, June 6, 2014 in the Castine Church of the Brethren, Castine. Burial is in the Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison.

DRIVER OF THE YEAR

High school division winners were (front row) Elizabeth Sowinski, Jenna Flora, Brandon Beam, Bethany Flora (back row) JJ Howard, Nate Conway, Evan Sowinski, and Savanna Woodruff.

Fifth grade and under winners were (front row) Christine Sowinski, Josie Deaton, Krista Miller, Ben Philiposian, Brayden Hoggatt, (back row) Naomi Hathaway, Maria Ojeda, Mackenzie Hamilton, and Alyssa McCarty.

Cecilian Club holds annual Talent Show UNION CITY – The 26th annual Cecilian Talent Show was held April 10 at EUM Church in Union City. In the ﬁfth grade and under category, the following students won awards: Top Vocal to Krista Miller and Josie Deaton, Top Pianist to Brayden Hoggatt and Top Instrumental to Maria Ojeda, Mackenzie Hamilton and Alyssa McCarty playing taiko drums. Cecilian Awards were given to Miller for piano and Naomi Hathaway for vocal and piano. The President’s Award was

Sixth through eighth grade winners were Emma Teeter, Regan Hoggatt and Josiah Philiposian.

given to Christina Sowinski, Ben Philiposian and woodwind trio consisting of Ojeda, Mack-

enzie Hamilton and Alyssa McCarty. In the sixth through eighth grade category, the following won awards: Top Instrumental and Top Pianist to Emma Teeter, Cecilian Awards to Reagan Hoggatt on piano and trumpet and Josiah Philiposian on clarinet. In the high school division, Top Instrumental was given to Brandon Beam on trumpet, Top Vocal to J.J. Howard and Top Pianist to Evan Sowinski. Cecilian Awards were given to Savanna Woodruff on trumpet, Nathaniel

Student uses spring break to volunteer ANSONIA – Courtney De Schepper of Ansonia is one of 37 generous Baldwin Wallace University students who gave up 2014 Spring Break week to make a difference in four diverse U.S. cities. The BW major volunteered to take part in BW’s Alternative Break program, organized by the University’s Ofﬁce of Community Outreach. Each trip is led by a BW student, with a University faculty or staff advisor also providing support. De Schepper, a senior Education major, was with the BW student group that traveled to Biloxi, MS. “I am passionate about

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tunity to explore not only the world we live in, but also yourself. There is nothing more eye-opening than your impact on the world and the people who live in it.”

Conway on guitar and Woodruff and Beam on a trumpet duet. President’s Awards were given to Jena Flora on saxoph0one, Elizabeth Sowinski on French horn and Bethany Flora on clarinet.

GREENVILLE – A luncheon was held in honor of Greenville resident and Rumpke truck driver Jim Hawes on April 11. Jim is a National Waste & Recycling Association Driver of the Year, and has achieved 12 years of safe driving. Local businesses and Rumpke managers wrote letters to recommend Jim for the National award.

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Beneﬁt pull returns to Darke Co. Fairgrounds GREENVILLE – On June 20 and 21, 6:30 p.m., the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League is proud to sanction the seventh annual Ohio State Beneﬁt Pull presented by Ag Protect 1 at the Great Darke County Fairgrounds, Greenville. The Barga Family has been involved in trac-

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It’s all about remembering Dad’s favorites on Father’s Day. While everyone relaxes and enjoys the serenity of the backyard, these ribs will be slowly cooking to mouth-watering perfection. Orange-Ginger Baby Back Ribs Ingredients: 5 pounds baby back ribs Sauce: 1 cup ketchup 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 4 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons grainy mustard 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons Asian chili sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ginger Grated zest of an orange Salt and pepper Directions: Preheat the grill to medium and turn down to low. Prepare ribs for grilling by removing the membrane from the underside of the ribs. Prepare several foil envelopes and place 2 strips of ribs into each envelope, with 1/4 cup of wa-

ter and seal tightly. Cook for 2 to 21/2 hours on low (300*F) with the lid closed. Check the thermometer on the front of the grill lid frequently and adjust the cooking temperature accordingly. This may require turning one or two burners off and cooking indirectly. To prepare the sauce: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and set aside until the ribs are ready to remove from the foil. Gently heat the sauce on the side burner for 10 to 15 minutes be-

fore using. Carefully remove the ribs from the foil and place on grids. Baste generously with sauce, and grill for 10 minutes per side, leaving the lid open, turning several times, and basting with sauce after each turn. Heat remaining sauce to a boil and then allow it to simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Serve on the side as a dipping sauce. Find additional recipes and grilling tips online at www.broilkingbbq.com.

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great deal of effort and planning it took to ﬁnd the perfect stones for grinding the grains and the long journey from here to France to purchase the stones and bring them back to the Mill. Despite being lifelong residents of the area, all agreed they learned a great deal more about Bear’s Mill and the manual labor involved to build, run and maintain it today.

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How to make Father’s Day more enjoyable for Dad Dad gets to be king of his castle at least one day during the year. Come mid-June, children near and far scramble for ideas to treat their fathers to a special day and award him with gifts for being a role model, provider and conﬁdante. Father’s Day activities should be centered around Dad’s interests. With that in mind, the following are some ideas to honor Dad or another special man in your life. * Sports Sunday: If Dad is a sports fan, his idea of spending a funﬁlled afternoon very well may be cheering on his favorite players. Whether your father enjoys golf, tennis,

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broadcast on that you can watch together. Otherwise, you can surprise Dad by purchasing tickets to a sporting event and making a day of it at the ballpark. * Beach bound: A relaxing day at the beach may be the perfect way to spend Father’s Day. Dad can enjoy the entire family while sitting back in his beach chair and watching the waves roll in. Pack a picnic lunch with his favorite foods and a cold beer, and Dad may just say this was his best celebration yet. * Adventure seeker: If yours is a father who enjoys living on the edge, a Father’s Day activity built around

action and adventure should be a winner. Take Dad base jumping, rock climbing, scuba diving, or race car driving. Any of these activities is bound to get Dad’s adrenaline pumping. * R&R: Dad’s idea of the perfect Father’s Day may be an afternoon free of obligations and deadlines. A relaxing day in the yard swimming laps in the pool or hitting a few grounders to your waiting baseball mitt may be all the excitement he needs. Toss a few steaks on the grill to give Father’s Day a truly perfect ending. * Impromptu party: Some dads like to be the center of attention.

A Father’s Day party thrown in his honor, complete with friends and family, can be an entertaining way to spend the day. If you are worried about interrupting others’ Father’s Day plans, host the gathering on the Saturday before Father’s Day and let Dad be the life of the party. Finger foods, barbecue, a limited list of cocktails and other beverages and some background music are all that you need to host a festive function. Plan a Father’s Day celebration with your dad in mind. Cater to his favorite activities and opt for entertainment that he will enjoy.

History buffs take note of Father’s Day Father’s Day has been celebrated in one form or another since the beginning of the 19th century. Perhaps the most driving force behind Father’s Day was Senora Dodd, who thought of the idea of a day to honor fathers while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909. Having been raised by her father, Dodd wanted to honor the sacriﬁces that fathers make. Father’s Day was not formally considered a holiday until 1972, when a Congressional Act ofﬁcially designated the third

Sunday in June Father’s Day. Families celebrate Father’s Day in many ways. This year Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15. Dads who are history buffs may want to celebrate this year’s holiday by reminiscing about the notable events that have occurred on June 15 through the years. Here are just some of the many historical events that took place on June 15. * 1752: Ben Franklin performs his famous kite-ﬂying experiment to test the electrical

FareFest tickets are now available VERSAILES – Tickets are now available for the annual Versailles FareFest, which will be held on Main Street Fountain Square in Versailles on Aug. 23, 2-5 p.m. Receive a complimentary wine glass while enjoying three hours of unlimited food, beer, and wine from restaurants and beverage distributors from the Miami Valley. Plus, there will be live musical entertainment provided by area favorite trio “Almost Empty” with Zach Rosenbeck, Phil Niekamp, and Tyler DeMange (VHS Alumni), and “Freelance” featuring Steve Rosenbeck and Roger DeMange (VHS Alumni). Many FareFest attendees choose to stay

in Versailles after the festival closes for more fun at one of several restaurants and bars within walking distance of the big tent. Presale tickets are available by visiting the Inn at Versailles at 21 W. Main St., Versailles or call 526-3020. (Must be 21 to attend.) The $40 presale price will increase to $50 on the day of the event. There is also a special $25 food-only ticket available. Versailles FareFest is sponsored by the Versailles High School Alumni Association with cooperation from The Inn at Versailles. Proceeds fund scholarships for Versailles High School graduates.

Golf tourney helps with cancer research UNION CITY, IN – The Union City Benevolent Protective Order of Elks #1534 invites you to participate in its annual golf tournament on June 28, at the Union City Golf Course, Wasson Road, Union City. The event is a fourperson, 18-Hole Best Ball Scramble. First shift registration is at 7 a.m. with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. Second shift registration begins at noon with a 2 p.m. shotgun start. The cost is $50 per person or $ 200 per team and includes greens fees, cart, food and entertainment. For more information, contact the Union City

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BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR GREENVILLE – The Greenville Little Caesars store opened in December and has been met with great success. Jim Batsakes, franchise owner, was in town on May 22 to celebrate with the Darke County Chamber of Commerce and a ribbon cutting. The owner admitted there were a few bumps in the road at the beginning, but added, “We’ve got our sea legs underneath us.” Batsakes is not a stranger to the Little Caesars concept. He also owns stores in Piqua, Troy and Sidney. He spent over a year looking for a location in Greenville to open a store. Batsakes said, “Customers continue to have higher standards for quality and service, and we’re ready to exceed them.” Little Caesars provides customers with quality products, great value and convenience. The franchise is known for its great value, quick service, quality ingredi-

ents, and tremendous appeal to families. “We look forward to serving residents of Greenville with delicious Little Caesars Pizza,” said Batsakes. Giving back to the communities in which Little Caesars does business has been part of the Little Caesars business philosophy since shortly after the franchise began

in 1959. Batsakes said, “I look forward to being a part of the Greenville community and supporting local school, church and community organizations.” Some of the menu items Batsakes features in his store include HOT-NREADY® $5 Pizza, Crazy Bread, Caesar Wings and Caesar Dips.

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GREENVILLE – Kiwanis of Greenville has again donated to support the 37th year of Darke County Special Olympics. This organization provides athletic opportunities for students and adults with varying types of disabilities from Darke County. Kiwanis has supported the program since its inception. The 2013 program served 310 athletes from Greenville City Schools, Darke County Schools and Wayne Industries competing at the local, area, and state levels in basketball, cheerleading, bowling, softball, equestrian, swimming and track & field. Shown in the photo are Kiwanians Roy Haines, President Christina Chalmers, Steve Litchfield and Max Shoemaker.

GREENVILLE – “I take you all by the hand as brothers, assembled for the good work of peace.” These words were spoken to the Northwestern tribes of Indians by General A. Wayne at Greenville, June 16, 1795. The first Treaty of GreeneVille. Nineteen years later on July 22, 1814, a second treaty was signed by the United States of America with the Indian tribes of Wyandot, Delaware, Shawanee, Seneca and Miamie. According to many historians this was necessary because the agreement of the first treaty had been broken by settlers moving into the area; also because the United States needed help in fighting the British and the tribes that continue to be hostile. This treaty was also signed in Greenville. Beginning July 24 a 3-day Peace and Friendship Summit will be held at Prairie Ridge Meadow Park celebrating the bicentennial of the signing of the Second Treaty of Greenville. The park is adjacent to Garst Museum and the Summit will take place the same

weekend as Garst Museum’s annual Gathering at Garst. On July 24 a banquet will be held at Shawnee Prairie Preserve Nature Education Center on S.R. 502. It will include representatives of Native Tribes and Canada’s Mort Malden. John and Karen Burkett will provide a kaleidoscope of period dress. The event will include the Grand Opening of the Darke County Park District’s Tecumseh Room; on display will be the ﬁrst treaty’s Greenville Peace Medal and the second treaty’s Greenville Peace Pipe. The cost is $15 per person and seating is limited. Contact Susan Gray at 548-1074 for

information or reservations. There will be a public Grand Opening at Prairie Ridge Meadow at 11 a.m. July 25. It will include ﬂags, native prayers and praise, a dedication of the Bowery and trees, an honor dance for tribal representatives and introductions of state and local dignitaries. July 25 and 26 public festivities at Prairie Ridge will include native re-enactors, dugout canoe demonstrations, children’s games, vendors, a native dance demonstration, council house programming and individuals offering a variety of period entertainment and information.

Butterfly Monitoring GREENVILLE – Do you like butterflies? Worried about declining butterfly populations? They need you at Shawnee Prairie every Friday at 2 p.m. where they will hike a pre-set trail and record all butterflies observed. These numbers will then be sent on to the Ohio Lepidopterists for scientific study. There is

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What Can Vacations Teach You about Investing? Summer is almost here — which means it’s officially vacation season. You may be looking forward to “getting away from it all,” but, as you know, vacations actually require a fair amount of planning. And it might surprise you to learn that some of the efforts required for successful vacations can impart some valuable lessons in other areas of your life — such as investing. Here are some vacation-related moves that you may want to transfer to the investment and financial arenas: Secure your home. If you’re going on vacation for a week or so, you may need to take some steps to safeguard your home: stopping your mail and newspaper, putting on a timer to turn on lights, alerting your neighbors that you’ll be out of town, and so on. But while it’s important to secure your home today, you will also want to help ensure it will be there for your family in the future, should anything happen to you. That’s why you’ll want to maintain adequate life and disability insurance. Know your route. If you are driving to your vacation destination, you will want to plan your route beforehand, so that you can avoid time-consuming delays and detours. And to reach your financial goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you will also want to chart your course — by creating an investment strategy that is designed to help you work towards those goals based on your specific risk tolerance, investment preferences and time horizon. Keep enough gas in the tank. As you set out on a road trip, you need a full tank of gas in your car, and you’ll have to keep refueling along

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are usually done in-house, included a casual week, (the associates contribute $10 to dress down), a bake sale (the associates bring in their baked goods and sell them in an auction atmosphere amongst the ofﬁce), March Madness bracket poll, ﬂower sales, and an ice cream social. Some past fundraisers that involved the public included Teen Night at the Versailles Swimming Pool, selling pork chop dinners, daffodil days, selling chicken dinners and purple bows. Another fundraiser that offers support of those battling cancer or a beautiful memorial to those who succumbed to the silent killer is the luminary dedications. Luminaries will be available to purchase during the relay event. However, advanced purchases are encouraged by contacting Jennifer at 526-3111 or Michelle Alt at michellealt@hotmail.com. Luminaries are $10 each. Each luminary is inscribed with the name of the person

to be honored or remembered. The luminaries are placed around the track when at dusk, during the Luminary Ceremony, the names are read, luminaries are lit and these people are remembered. The Darke County Relay for Life will be held at Heritage Park in Versailles beginning on July 18, 6 p.m., with an opening ceremony and going throughout the night (because cancer never sleeps) until noon (the closing ceremony) on July 19. Words from Jim Phelan In a very short number of years, Relay for Life has become an integral part of Darke County and Versailles. Those who have been or feel that they may have been attacked by cancer now can get some solid answers and support to help each of them. In the past, people in rural areas such as Darke County would go to doctors in the area and hope that they could be helped by the doctors. With the advent of Relay for Life,

Arcanum Elem. lists honor students ARCANUM – The following students achieved the level of Principal’s Award (3.5-4.0 GPA) or Scholastic Honor (3.03.49 GPA) during the fourth nine-week grading period at Arcanum Elementary. Principal’s Award – Daniel Albright, Brittany Ashbaugh, Ian Baker, Luke Brinksneader, Grifﬁn Cates, Jakob Couch, Ryan Delk, Ashton Etherington, Madelyn Fearon,

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Ellie Fout, Andrea Garrison, Jake Goubeaux, Taylor Gray, Landon Haney, Tyler Huber, Elijah Judy, Melanie Kutter, Collin Marshall, Ryan Martin, Meghan McCans, Jorie McDermott, Karlin Merriman, Riley Miller, Isabella O’Daniel, Tyler Pfahler, Chad Pitzer, Tessa Riegle, Ethan Rieman, Hailey Sager, Madelyn Shaffer, Lydia Shannon, Lidia Shearer, Eliza Smith, Karr Stump,

Hailie Thomas, Brennen Troutwine, Hailey Unger, Chase Werling, Allison Whiting, Jenson Whittaker, and Zeke Wright. Scholastic Honor – Tayten Cutarelli, Cecilee Diehl, Lola Drew, Hunter Farmer, Marcus Fourman, Lana Fuller, Madison Hildebrand, Riley Ignaffo, Deborah Lee, Trever Mamazza, Quentin Pence, Elliot Wackler, Rylee Wilson, and Nikole Yantis.

an entirely new vista was opened and more importantly, a support structure that can and will work with any and all who have been fighting this very difficult disease. When I was first made aware that I had cancer, I had no real idea how to proceed. I was fortunate in that I went to a local doctor, Charles Platt who had suffered from cancer years before and gave me some great perspectives on what to do. Ultimately, I was able to recognize the uniqueness and the severity of the cancer that had been diagnosed and went on to help build a plan to find out just how one went about it and secondly, how one could find the doctors very well-qualified in attacking the cancer I had. Now, some 20+ years later, I still remember all the aspects of the plan we put together to give me the best chance to win the battle. I still see my cancer doctor every six months. Thanks to Relay for Life and other programs, anyone can get the type of help that took me several months to get.

GREENVILLE – The Greenville Public Library presents the ﬁrst of seven summer entertainment events on June 11, 11 a.m. Meet on the lawn under the shade trees and bring a blanket or lawn chair – ready to enjoy Tom Sparough “The Space Painter.” Tom’s juggling shows are breathtakingly fun and always include tons of laughter, audience participation, and skill. Again “Family Fun Day”

is sponsored by generous grants from the Friends of the Library and the Greyson James Steyer Memorial Fund. In case of inclement weather the First Congregational Christian Church on Fifth Street generously offers their Activity Building. Be sure to pick up a brochure at the Library and follow the Children & Teen pages on Facebook for more information about all the summer programs.

Ag Safety Day is June 10 GREENVILLE – There are still a few openings for kids to sign up for the Progressive Ag Safety Day being held June 10, at the Darke County Fairgrounds, Greenville. Many safety topics will be discussed including healthy lifestyles and drug awareness. All kids, ages 7-13 are welcome

to attend. There will be many neat door prizes including a boys and girls bike and helmet, as well as T-shirts and take home goodie bags. The registration fee is $3. Contact Rhonda Kress at 417-7412. The event is sponsored by the Darke County Chapter Farm Safety for Just Kids.

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LOCAL A fossil discovery area shaped like the state of Ohio allows children to search for fossils. It sits next to the outdoor classroom shelter. Both were built by students.

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Science teacher Jason Wright (second from left), with some of the students who worked to make the project happen: (left to right) Robert Christman, Chelsea Nogglar and Terry Starns. They are standing in front of the wetlands Bernal Pool. (Bob Robinson photo)

Seventeen students, educators and guests participated in the Ansonia School District’s opening of its Outdoor Classroom. The project was sponsored through a Darke County Pheasants Forever grant with matching funds provided through donations and volunteer efforts, mostly on the part of Ansonia students. (Bob Robinson photo)

Ansonia schools proclaimed “Wild School” site BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR ANSONIA – The Ohio Division of Wildlife has proclaimed Ansonia schools as a “Wild School” site – the ﬁrst in Darke County, according to Darke County Game Warden Jeff Wenning. The Ansonia School District ofﬁcially opened its outdoor classroom on May 30. It was sponsored through a 2012, $5,000

grant from Darke County Pheasants Forever. Jason Wright, science teacher at Ansonia, thanked all who were involved in making the classroom possible, noting matching funds were found to make it happen. “Lots of money, time and support went into this project,” he said. Ansonia students did the groundwork to get the grant funded,

including considerable research and polling of staff members. All work on the site was done by the students with the exception of the Wetland. “Actually it’s a Bernal Pool,” Wright said. “A true wetland holds water throughout the year,” adding that would create safety concerns during the summer when there is no school. “We didn’t want to dig a pond that

would be open and accessible all the time.” A Bernal Pool will be dry during the summer so there won’t be a safety hazard. “The pool was tested and dug professionally,” Wright continued. “Everything else was done by the kids.” The ‘everything else’ includes a natural habitat with 20 native species trees planted, prai-

rie plantings, a fossil area and a shelter built by students with donated materials. The stones making up the ﬂoor were donated with many of them having fossils. There is an area shaped like the state of Oho where students can search for fossils. “This is bare bones to get it started,” Wright said. For instance, elementary teachers like to

teach about butterﬂies, he added. They hope they can set that up for the students. Wenning said this was a wonderful opportunity for young people to re-connect with nature. The ‘Wild School’ designation is part of the ODNR Division of Wildlife’s conservation education program, Project WILD.

Play area promotes ‘No Kids Left Inside’ BY BOB ROBINSON ASSOC. EDITOR GREENVILLE – “What I like about this is it gets kids off their computers… no carpal tunnel with thumbs,” said Darke County Parks Director Roger VanFrank. “It’s a text-free zone.” The Natural Play Area at Shawnee Prairie was Parks Naturalist Rob Clifford’s idea. He was happy to demonstrate a part of it… jumping the tree stumps. Clifford said nearly 1,000 kids of all ages had visited the ‘playground’ since it opened on April 26 (Nature Day). VanFrank was pleased to note there were even two kids playing there in the rain that morning. He

grinned and pointed at the two sitting in his ofﬁce. The previous day, on June 3, two families came in late in the day, plus several kids from the high school. They were playing on top of the pile. “I should have taken a picture,” VanFrank said. “This is a growing trend at other parks,” Clifford said. He was at a conference where they talked about trying to get kids outdoors. “It’s okay to get out into the area, jump around… get dirty!” He added the challenge was getting to the parents. “They seem to have this fear, things like poison ivy – this is a safe area. They can sit back and relax; let their kids be kids.”

More than 200 kids played in the Natural Play Area on Nature Day alone. “After it was over we went home; when we came back on Monday someone had built a large debris shelter. No idea who did it,” Clifford said. VanFrank said there were no rules. “Build something. Don’t be rude. If you see a shelter started and no one is there, go ahead and use it or work on it… it’s all left to the imagination.” There is a gravel pit – 18 inches deep – and a plastic tool box. They can get the combination by coming into the ofﬁce or calling when it’s closed. The box has digging tools, even a magnifying glass. “We hid artiﬁcial animal bones in it. One family came in; the kids kept digging

Darke County Parks Naturalist Rob Clifford enjoys a brief ‘run in the rain’ on the tree stumps that are part of the Natural Play Area at Shawnee Prairie.

around, ﬁnally found one bone. They didn’t leave until they had all of them. Not sure how happy the parents were about that,” VanFrank said, grinning. “Rob may not know this but when he ﬁrst suggested it I kind of wrinkled my nose but told him to go

ahead,” VanFrank added. “He did a great job.” The director noted as he approaches the end of his career he’s had to open his eyes to the younger generation and their ideas. This was one of them. The Natural Play Area is far from ﬁnished. Clif-

ford has several ideas he’s thinking about and said there is space to put them in over time. Next on the agenda is a tunnel for kids to crawl through. VanFrank again talked about community support, noting especially the local ODOT – Ohio Department of Transportation – had delivered the clay and dirt not used and the park needed, saving them thousands of dollars. He also thanked local companies like Stegall Trucking for the free use of its vehicles to haul the materials, as well as The Early Bird for its emphasis on making the community aware of park offerings. The Natural Play Area is free and it’s open seven days a week – rain or shine – from sunrise to sunset.

Arcanum Hardware stays open with new owner and name On-hand for the proclamation signing were Duane Edwards, director; Mayor Michael Bowers; Von Oswalt, president; Buster Linebaugh, director; and Nancy Linebaugh, director.

Group prepares for 15th annual show BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR GREENVILLE – It is still a month away, but organizers for Greenville Farm Power of the Past are ﬁnalizing plans for the 15th annual show. This year’s event will be held July 10-13 at the Darke County Fairgrounds. Von Oswalt, president, revealed Ford, Ferguson, Massey-Harris and Massey-Ferguson tractors and equipment will be featured during the four-day event. New to the show is the Vintage Garden Tractor Club of America Ohio Regional Show. All makes, models and years of garden tractors will be on display. The Fairbanks-Morse will be the featured gas engine at the show.

Oswalt and the director of Greenville Farm Power of the Past invite area residents to come and enjoy the displays, threshing, saw mill, horse and pony pulls, tractor pulls, car show and cruise-in, entertainment, and the ﬂea market. Plus, there will be plenty of great food available. Mayor Michael Bowers recently proclaimed July 10-13 as Greenville Farm Power of the Past, Inc. Days in the city of Greenville. He urges residents to “extend a hand of friendship and fellowship to our visitors and wishes for a successful show.” For more information on the show, contact Oswalt at 547-1845 or visit www.greenvillefarmpower.org.

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BY RYAN BERRY MANAGING EDITOR ARCANUM – When you think of Arcanum Hardware two names will come to mind immediately – Eldon and Paul Erdmann. The brothers have owned and operated the hometown hardware store since 1969. They were able to take the existing hardware store in downtown Arcanum and watch it grow and expand. It became the go to place when a part or a piece couldn’t be found anywhere else. In 1979 the Erdmanns moved to their present location. They subsequently expanded the store three times, which now stretches the entire width of a city block. After 45 years of being in the store nearly every day, their presence will soon come to an end as the Erdmanns recently sold the store. Paul and Eldon believe they are leaving the store in good hands. They both agreed it was time to start a new chapter. Dick McCoy and his family have

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New owners Dick and Brandon McCoy are shown with former owners Paul and Eldon Erdmann. (Ryan Berry photo)

approximately 20 employees and plans to give customers the same kind of service the Erdmanns demanded. Orme’s Hardware was already a Do it Best store, which means Arcanum customers will continue to see the same products. Paul said he and his brother are very conﬁdent in the new ownership. Where customers will notice a difference is in expansion. McCoy plans to double the fasteners and plumbing depart-

ments and expand the farm hardware and service departments. He also has plans to add beer and wine making supplies. Paul and Eldon thanked their employees and customers for 45 great years. Eldon emphasized they couldn’t have been able to achieve as much as they did without great people working with them. Paul and Eldon will continue to work at the store during the changeover, but will slowly transition out of the store.

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Local student is part of award winning Innovators Robotics Hoopin’ in the Coop VERSAILLES – The Versailles Lady Tiger Basketball team would invites you to participate in the fourth annual “Hoopin’ in the Coop.” This 2 on 2 basketball tournament will be held June 15, in conjunction with the world famous Poultry Days. Pre-registration is open until June 6. The cost to participate is $8 per player (no shirt) or $16 per player (includes shirt). Participants can register up to 12:30 p.m. on June 15. Late registration is $10 and $20 (with shirt while supplies last) per player. Doors will open at 11 a.m. with tournament play beginning

around 1 p.m. There are 12 different divisions set up beginning with those 10 years of age to a 30 & over age group. All divisions have female and male divisions. Prizes are awarded to ﬁrst and second place teams in all 12 divisions. The 2013 tournament hosted over 40 teams and included some current and past local basketball talent. To register or for more information on this exciting event, contact Kim Custenborder at 214-1126, Jacki Stonebraker at 526-4651, or visit the Poultry Days website at www.versaillespoultrydays.com.

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VERSAILLES – Innovators Robotics, a local high school robotics team, ended another successful season by winning the Engineering Inspiration Award at the Central Illinois Regional in Pekin, IL and the Gracious Professionalism Award sponsored by Johnson & Johnson, at the Queen City Regional, in Cincinnati. The group also qualiﬁed and competed at the World Championships in St. Louis, MO. April 24-26. “The Engineering Inspiration Award” Celebrates a team’s outstanding success in advancing respect and appreciation for engineering within a team’s school and community. Innovators Robotics achieved this award by providing forty-seven Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) demonstrations over the past year to schools, organizations, business and community events. Innovators earned this award by supporting area science camps and mentor/supported FIRST

Lego League Teams (FLL) and FIRST Tech Challenge Teams (FTC). Innovators with another FTC team created YOUTUBE videos to help FLL teams with the 2014 challenge and they also created a training video for the new FLL EV3 software program (brick). The Gracious Professionalism Award exempliﬁes a way of doing things that encourages highquality work, emphasizes the value of others, and respects individuals and the community. Innovators’ won this award, with their FIRES (FIRST Innovators Robotics Electronics Strategic) system. This is a Predictive Analytics Scouting System developed by the Innovators, is a Business Intelligence System which collects and processes of turning large amounts of data into useful information that decision-makers can use to make real time decisions and address critical issues. Once the robots have competed in several matches, the software

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was able to start predicting the outcome of future matches and this data allows the team to develop strategic decisions based on the data collected. Innovators’ allow teams to review data, to improve their accuracy and increase scores. Finally, since their beginning in 2010, Innovators have had 17 seniors graduate through their program. Fifteen are pursuing engineering at four year universities, one is studying International Studies, and one is serving in the US Marines. These graduates have received over $788,000 in

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ANSONIA – The Ansonia FFA will be holding a blood drive Grudge Match vs. Mississinawa Valley FFA on June 23, at Ansonia in the high school gym, 2-6 p.m. This is open to public, but you must have a scheduled appointment time; without a scheduled time you will not be permitted to donate. Those who wish to donate who are 16 years old will need a permission form signed by their parents. People from both the Ansonia and the Mississinawa communities are invited. Whichever school’s community has the most registered donors will win the traveling trophy. If interested, contact Mr. Lentz in the Ag department at 3375591 or brad.lentz@ansonia.k12.oh.us or go to donortime.com to schedule a time.

Summer Stargazing GREENVILLE – It’s a new moon... and that results in dark skies; perfect for watching the stars through telescopes. The Darke County Parks will be joined by the Stillwater Stargazers on June 28 at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, 4267 State Route 502 West, Greenville, as they look to the heavens for chances at Saturn, constellations and more! Join them at 9 p.m. to see the set-up and they’ll watch as long as everyone stays awake. Be sure to dress for the weather. Cloudy days will still offer some activities. Call the Nature Center for more information on this free program, 548-0165.

MASONS GIVE DONATION

GREENVILLE - The Greenville Masonic Lodge donated $1000 to the Lady Wave softball program. The money was raised from the lodge’s annual Spaghetti Dinner that was held April 26. Pictured (not in order) receiving the check donation on June 4 are Lady Wave softball players, Allison Minnich, Alli Hill, Jazz Petry and Ally Russell with Mason members, Scott Fitzgerald, Tom Baker, Roy Kash and Joe Sowers. (Clinton Randall Photo)

Weaver qualiﬁes for national contest CLAYTON – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Business Professionals of America (BPA) chapter competed in the State BPA Conference on March 13 and 14, 2014, in Columbus. Congratulations is extended to Spencer Haney and Emily Weaver for also qualifying for the National BPA Contest. Spencer, a Computer Technology Acacemy student from Brookville, placed third in the JAVA Programming contest; Emily, a Business Academy student from Franklin Monroe, placed third in the Advanced Word Processing contest. Zach, Tearza, Spencer, and Emily will all compete at the National BPA Contest in Indianapolis, IN in May. The following students placed in the top ten in their State BPA Contest: Tori Minnich (Business Academy student from Versailles) placed third in the BPA State Payroll Accounting Contest. The Network Design Team of Ryan Bright (Computer Network Engineering student from Tri-Village) and William Rice (Computer Network Engineering student from Milton Union) placed 10th in the BPA State Network Design Team Contest. The Video Production

Emily Weaver a Business Academy student from Franklin Monroe, placed third in the State BPA Advanced Word Processing contest and qualified to compete at the National BPA Contest in May.

Team of Colton Puterbaugh (Media & Video Production student from Tri Village), Ransome Rowland (Media & Video Production student from West Carrollton), and Garrett Rehmert (Media & Video Production student from Vandalia Butler) placed fifth in the BPA State Video Production Team Contest. MVCTC students, Tearza Callahan (Twin Valley South) and Emily Weaver (Franklin Monroe) also were awarded scholarships to the University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH). UNOH offers scholarships to the top three finishers in several BPA events. Tearza will receive a $3,000 scholarship for her first place finish and Emily will receive a $2,000 scholarship for her third place finish.

KNAPP SUPPORTS ATHLETES

GREENVILLE – Cindy Rose, director of Darke Co. Special Olympics is shown receiving a check from Dave Knapp of Dave Knapp Ford. All yearly programming is funded totally by donations from the community for athletes from Darke County. Darke County Special Olympics receives no funding from the national or state level Special Olympics to operate. Funding pays for uniforms, state entry fees, travel costs, meals, rental fees, softball field maintenance and other expenses through the year with the program being directed, coached, and chaperoned by volunteers giving of their time.

Students and staff at St. Mary’s School say thank you to the supporters of the recent dinner and auction.

St. Mary’s has record breaking auction GREENVILLE – The staff and students at St. Mary’s School want to say thank you to the over 150 businesses and individuals who generously gave to their annual auction. It was a record breaking year and would not have been possible without all of their support. A very special thank you is ex-

tended to the Fairlawn Steakhouse for donating the dinner, Paws Bingo Hall for providing a facility and Brian Rismiller who was their auctioneer. They also want to thank all of the people who came out to bid on the many items in support of the school.

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FM Elementary names honor roll PITSBURG – Franklin Monroe Elementary recently announced its third quarter honor/merit roll. Fourth Grade Straight A’s – Rose Medrano Honor Roll – Aidan Beachler, Grace Beeson, Lauren Douglass, Erin Keihl, Macy Austin, Bailey Cottrell, Aaron Crist, Quin Glass, Olivia Graves, Grace Kinstle, Trey Kreitzer, and Daniel Nottingham Merit Roll – Dylan Brumbaugh, Mason Garber, Emma Hein, Daniel Gunckle, Lukas Knight, Andrei Stephens, Draven Stephens, Cody Hardy, Bradley Rumble, Blake Sease, and Zackary Wogoman Fifth Grade Straight A’s – Matilda Earwood, Ethan Fee, Grace Gilmore, Jeffery Hurley, Abigail Johnston, Breanna Lavy, Raylea Richards, Sierra Austin, and Nathaniel Davis Honor Roll – Clay Eikenberry, Alyssa Suter, Rileigh Vance, Treighton Fasnacht, Brooke Lavy, and Dani Robinson Merit Roll – Dylan Bridenbaugh, Elijah Bush, Samantha Denlinger, Brendan Hosler, Caroline Kress, Chloe McGlinch, Dean Sease, Stella Shel-

labarger, Tristen Collins, Micah Delk, Reece Hicks, Walker Lindemuth, Josie Patrick, Brendan Wray, and Kloe Zink Sixth Grade Straight A’s – Charity Shellabarger, Chloe Brumbaugh, Abbey Austin, Darcy Denlinger, and Chloe Peters Honor Roll – Chase Osterday, Chloe Henninger, Simon Mote, Jarod Hegemier, Maddie Rismiller, Toby Shellabarger, and Selene Weaver Merit Roll – Ally Warner, Timithy VanDyke, Claire Haviza, Dalton Goubeaux, Cade Goins, Belle Cable, Jimmy Besecker, Jacob Aslinger, Audrey Cable, Katy Nestor, and Macy Skelton

UF spring graduates

DARKE COUNTY – Nearly 700 degrees were awarded during The University of Findlay’s commencement ceremonies on May 3. The following local students graduated: Greenville – Jessica Tuco, Abigail Haviza New Madison – Addie Mikesell Yorkshire – Kevin Subler.

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Learn to make soap GREENVILLE – Soap. We use it every day... wouldn’t it be great to make your own? Are you wondering what kind of ingredients are in that bar of soap you are using to clean your body? Join the Darke County Parks on June 30, 6:30 p.m. at Shawnee Prairie Preserve, 4267 State Route 502 West, Greenville, and you will learn

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Just thought you’d like to know

GREENVILLE – Village Green Red Hat Ladies celebrated a little different in April. The ladies got very creative about celebrating not only with Red Hats, but also with a twist, an Easter Theme. Some got more creative than others. Village Green Healthcare Center hosts The Red Hat Ladies the

second Monday of each month at 1 p.m. They serve lunch and play bingo and/or crafts have contests for the ones who really love to show their creativity. If you would like more information on this and Senior Executive Club, contact, Tina McClanahan, CSR, or Jody Smith, Life Enrichment Director, 548-1993.

I Know Why BY MONA LEASE SENIOR SCRIBE Hi, all! I remember the day so vividly - I can still feel the summer air and smell the hot asphalt. Bogey told me he just wanted a woman to share coffee with him maybe a movie or a drive through the park. I told him he’d ﬁnd her - it’s a big world. He sighed and said he hoped so - he was not too sure. He landed in a Senior Living Complex. The next time I saw him - he had a huge smile on his face. He was having surgery. Yes readers, you read it rightly. The smile was because he had met someone - in a wheelchair - Becall had no legs. They were together - that’s all that mattered. They’d face his surgery together. They faced her surgery together, too. The last time I visited Bogey and Becall was a year ago this last Christmas, you’d have thought kiddies lived there! He had the front yard ﬁlled with blow-up decorations - an airplane with a propeller, and a globe with the snow blowing around the inside of it...among other things. Inside, Becall had Old World Santas, and a tree complete with presents under it. “Very nice,” I remarked. Two days ago, as I pen this - I found out that Bogey died. I stopped by to see Becall yesterday (as I pen this). We sat at the kitchen table and looked at each other. Through her tears, the above was remembered - and so much more. Bogey had told me (early in their relationship) that he had sold his boat and truck. Becall could not get into them. It would not be fair to her for him to enjoy them without her in his eyes. There were more things they could enjoy - many more. They searched and found places and things they could

enjoy together. As for the “I Know Why” - I am convinced that the reason adversity and such exist is - That seems to be the only time we - as a people - show any real compassion that does not have to do with handing over some money...or look at our “beloved possessions” and say - “It’s nothing without you. You’re there for me when I am at my worst.” Ever notice when the “chips are down” we’ll go to any extent (beg, borrow, or steal) to help or, find a way to “fix it.” I’ve watched people go without sleep - live on black coffee and crackers for weeks (yes, I’ve seen it). That was adversity. I’ve watched the same people walk out of that situation and go get a credit card, buy a new car, etc. It’s like they forgot how bad it was or, maybe they wanted a “reward” for surviving it all. But, the “reward” is someone to say “I love you” at the end of a hard day...or tell you “We’ll get through this together” as they give you a hug or squeeze your hand. As I write this - it’s Bogey’s birthday. I am glad that I knew you, Bogey. You showed me that it’s easy to give up the possessions if you keep the one you love in your mind. (Granted, it’s not always easy to do!). If you remember how you felt when you were alone - it’s easy to put up with the “fluff.” Becall - I’m sorry you lost Bogey. If he made me laugh - I can only imagine how it was around your house on a rainy day! RIP Bogey. Remember the kiddies and our serviced people. Take good care of the furry and feathered ones out there. Be safe and healthy. See ya next time. Ever Toodles!! MONA

REPROGRAMMED In school there is the final exam. It might be in my chosen program. I’d study and sometimes cram. Tests could seem a cryptogram: Can you diagram the diaphragm? Where is Hoover Dam? And where’s Rotterdam? Draw on your paper a hexagram. Define the term “parallelogram.” How many grams in a kilogram? What are the fields of Omar Khayyam? Rarely I’d win and score a grand slam. Now I’m a grad—no final exam. Am I glad? You bet I am! ~~~~~~ ENIGMA He felt he was terrific. His research was prolific. When he wrote scientific, He failed to be specific. Colleagues found it hor-

day and after a quick lesson on how to use it he went home with high hopes. The next day he called me on the phone. “Uh, yea,” he began with a stutter in his voice, “I caught something!” “Great,” I replied, “is it a big one or a baby?” “Uh, yea,” he continued as he kept that stutter in his voice, “He’s only about a foot and a half long and he ain’t what I expected!” “Oh,” I remarked as I tried to stifle a laugh, “let me guess! You got a squirrel!” “Duh,” he answered, the stutter now gone. “It seems I apparently have a raccoon and a squirrel problem!” He let the squirrel go and tried again. Two nights later he caught a raccoon. That afternoon I went over and saw the scene of the crime for the first time since the break-ins. “What you gonna do with him,” I asked. “Don’t know. Think I am going to let him go but somewhere else like maybe two or three counties over. They need raccoons over there!” “They do,” I asked. “They do now,” he replied. He put the cage in his truck and prepared to leave. He had a special place in mind for the raccoon’s new home. Apparently there was someone with whom he had worked that he did not like. He knew where this person lived and it was, conveniently, 2 counties away! So, off he went with his new friend that he had named “Trouble.” With his permission I searched his garage for the entry and exit points. I could not find any. He had done an excellent job of sealing his garage. After a few minutes his

riﬁc, Far worse than hieroglyphic! ~~~~~~ BREAKING OUT When life seems bitter, Don’t be a quitter Or a regretter. Be a go-getter A true trendsetter Not victim sitter. Unlock the fetter; Banish the bitter— Embrace the better! ~~~~~~ COMMENCEMENT He had earned his degree; He had done what he should, It was easy to see That his life was not good. Asking, “What did I get?” He would stiﬂe a sob. “There’s a huge college debt, But I still have no job.” He thought outside the box; Got a job by this whim. From the School of Hard Knocks— Graduation for him!

wife joined me, wondering what I was doing. (She is nice but, hey, I have to be honest, she is a few trees shy of an orchard. She is, however, a very, very good cook and easy on the eyes!) “I see he ﬁnally got the rascal,” she said with great excitement. “Hope he got the right one,” I replied. She nodded as we surveyed the garage. “He stores everything in here you know,” she told me. “He has the gas cans in here, turpentine, all his paint stuff and all that other stuff. Uses it for his carpentry.” “That is usually what a garage is for,” I nodded as I continued to marvel at her grasp of the obvious. “He works in here all day and it stinks. Can’t you smell all that crap,” she asked? “I do,” was all I could say, especially since I had been smelling all day! “It is a horrible smell, simply horrible,” she continued, obviously not liking the smells that the products emitted! “But I take care of it!” “Oh,” I asked out of curiosity, “how do you do that?” She smiled softly to me and I knew another tree was missing from her orchard! “I air the place out at night so I can stand the smell during the day and he doesn’t have to breathe in those fumes.” I nodded. Then I thought about that for a second. There was something there that just had to be asked! “And how do you do that,” I asked. “I mean, how do you air out the garage?”

“I open the window in here at night so the bad air will go out and the good air will come in,” she answered with obvious pride. (Okay, she may be one bulb shy of a nightlight, too!) Again, there was a question that just absolutely begged to be asked! “Let me get this straight,” I pleaded, “You open the window at night.” “Uh huh, sure do! But only about a foot or so,” she said with great pride. “Did you tell Brad you do this,” I asked with great consternation. (Please note: Brad is not his real name. His name has been changed to protect him from laughs and jokes his buddies will dump on him when they read this!) “No,” she said with happiness in her sweet voice. “Since I get up before he does I come out here and close the window. Then, when he comes to work in the garage he has a fresh air smell and he does not have to breathe in those horrible fumes!” I immediately called Charlie (okay, not his real name, either) and told him about the newfound entry point for his burglars. He said he would take care of it. Footnote: Eddie (again, not his real name) did take care of the problem. He nailed the window shut. Guess you have to when your wife only has one oar in the water and she keeps rowing in circles. Just thought you’d like to know!

Word Chain Puzzle

BY LOIS WILSON, SENIOR SCRIBE Use the numbered clues to find the five-letter answers. The last letter of each is the first letter of the next word. The puzzle is started for you Solved correctly, reading down, the first letters of the answers spell out a popular June event. Work up and down. 1. Bread maker 2. Jewish leader 3. Homeric epic poem 4. Samba or hula 5. “Love Me Tender” Presley 6. Nacho dip 7. Decorate 8. Wanderer 9. It’s not of my ___ 10. Actress Garson 11. Beatle Starr 12. Expenditure 13. Greek theater 14. Subtraction sign 15. “___ Adeline” 16. ___-frutti 17. Silly 18. Sadat’s land 19. Tactile sense 20. ___ of Representatives 21. Kindle read: hyph 22. Recognized 23. ___glycerin 24. Beginning of an attack 25. Hitchhiker’s digit

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BY BILL STEVENS SENIOR SCRIBES Raccoons were tearing up the inside of my neighbor’s garage. How they were getting into the garage was a secret only the “Raccoon Club of America” knew and they were not telling anybody! What the raccoons were doing, my neighbor told me, was dastardly, nefarious and hideous! Okay, they were eating his seeds, knocking down and breaking jars and making a mess of his paints, containers and stored items. Since his garage was also a workplace, my neighbor went on a damage control spree! He plugged every hole he could find and put new wood all over the outside (it was an old garage!) He put his seed in airtight, hard to open containers (okay, he put his seeds in jars with lids!) He locked his expensive stuff in lockable storage cabinets (okay, that’s exactly what he did!) He thought he had it under control. In fact, he knew it was under control. He was wrong. Apparently, raccoons learn several things in grade school. One of them is how to get in and out of places without leaving any clues. Another is how to drop jars from shelves so they break on the floor thus freeing the seeds and food from their confinement. Then it is just a matter of yum, yum, eatem up! I now had a neighbor who was getting frustrated beyond belief. Although I had not seen the scene of the crime I made a suggestion to him. “Hey,” I told him, “why don’t you borrow one of my traps and see what you catch.” That excited him! He borrowed the trap that

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I will officiate your wedding ceremony free. Licensed and ordained. Stan Ray 937808-4130 or aj481x@ “LAWN MOWING, Yard aol.com Clean-up, Shrub Trimming, Edging, MulchAMISH ing, Landscape Maintenance. Free Estimates. CREW Leave message for Sam Schwartz Gettysburg Outdoor WANTS ANY TYPE OF: at Lavy’s Corner Mart, • Carpentry Work • Room Additions 937-447-3051”

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HELP WANTED “Finish carpenter, 5 yrs. experience minimum. Full or part-time. 548-2307”

Needed: OTR drivers. Must have 2 years experience. 968-5617 “SUMMER & FULLTIME MACHINE OPERATORS, GENERAL CONSTRUCTION, ROOFING, ELECTRICAL positions available. Apply in person at Bruns Building & Development, 1429 Cranberry Road, St. Henry. EOE”

HELP WANTED “Cruizer’s Bar & Grill, Russia: Looking for experienced Bartender, weekends. Stop in for “Wooten & Sons application or call Barb Trucking, Versailles, is 937-638-9325” looking for CDL driv- “HVAC INSTALLER ers. Must be 25 yrs. TECH. Excellent opold w/2 yrs verifiable portunity to be a part exp. Day shift mostly, of a quality team. Imhome most nights. mediate permanent Hourly pay. Full & part- positions available. time positions avail- Schmidt’s Heating A/C able. 937-526-5220, Refrigeration & Geoleave message.” thermal. Apply at: 999 Full & part time dump Sweitzer St., Greentruck drivers needed. ville. 548-5220” 937-459-7142 “Food Service for fairs, festivals & special events. Have fun while working! Must be over 17. Call 692-5798”

“Residential Construction Laborer. Versatile, knowledgeable. Exp. preferred. Call 5473051”

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“2 BR, 1-1/2 bath, w/d, c/a, stove. Deposit required. Greenville. 564-1125” Two bedroom apartment in small village. NO PETS. $350 plus $350 deposit. 937423-5717

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CONTRACT RATES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST BUSINESS LINE ADS $1.75/line, $7.00 min. IN MEMORIAM, CARD OF THANKS 45¢ word “Homeowner” ads are $1.75/line, $7.00 minimum Use the handy order blank appearing on this page. FOR RENT IN GETTYSBURG 2 BR 1/2 double at 302 E Main. Washer/dryer hookup. $350/month + $350 Security Deposit + utilities. Minimum water bill $43/month. NO SMOKING & NO PETS! Call 548-9940 for Rental Application

“2-3 BR house in Gnvl; living, dining, 1 bath; all appliances in the kitchen; central air; W/D hookup. No smoking, pets or metro. 564-8767”

“Updated 3 BR home. $600/mo. Hardwoods, tiled kitchen & bath, central air. 311 W. Water St. 937-547-9871”

3078 Washington Rd. Rossburg, OH

“Greenville, several apts available starting $260/month + security deposit & all utilities. 2 br house in Green- Reference required. ville. $450 mo + de- No Pets. 548-4812 posit. No pets. No leave message” smoking. W/D hookups. 937-467-9347 Cal-Maine Foods, Inc.

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3078 Washington “Storage for personal Rd Rossburg, OH and business use. Penske Truck RentOr Call als. Call Greenville 937.337.9576 1249 Sweitzer Stor and Lock. 548Hrs. 8 am-5:00 pm Greenville “Milker needed for 1075, 5328 Michelle EEO/M/F/V/II 548-1763 night shift, approx. St.” 4pm to 7pm Monday thru Friday & every “Willow Place ApartVILLAGE OF ARCANUM other weekend. 937- ments - We’re better EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY than ever! 3 bed423-7397” UTILITY CRAFTSMAN rooms, 1.5 baths. Looking to hire experi- Call 937-316-8025 or The Village of Arcanum Utility Department is now enced Roofing Labor- 937-316-8489. Equal accepting applications for the entry level position of a Utility Craftsman. Duties require applicant ers. Immediate open- Housing Opportu- to operate and maintain electric generation faciliing. Call GMT Roofing nity.” ties, monitor water/sewer facilities, and perform 937-547-0468 “ C O M M E R C I A L physical labor within the Village Utility Depart“Need experienced SPACE for rent. Great ment. This is an hourly position. cook ONLY at 416 location on East Main Requirements include: High School education; a Martin St., Gnvl. No St, high visibility. Call current state of Ohio driver’s license; and a WaI License (or receipt of water license within 3 phone calls.” for more details, 548- ter years of employment). 5264” WANTED TO BUY Applications are available at the Utility office lo“Cars/Trucks, running 2 BR house in east cated at 104 W. South Street, Arcanum, Ohio. or not. To $500. Will end of Greenvile. No Applications and/or resumes must be returned to the Utility office no later than June 27, 2014. PU. Also all types of pets. 547-1986 metal. 937-423-2703, “Totally remodeled Job applications are not kept on file beyond six months, so any previous applicants are encour937-621-5809” duplex downstairs aged to re-apply. EOE. “BUYING TRUMPETS apt, 2 BR, 2 bath, & TROMBONES (Ya- laundry room, all apincluded. maha, King, Conn, pliances Blessing, Bach), Historical Greenville. VINTAGE GUITARS, 937-547-3051” Banjos, Mandolins & “Several apts availAmplifiers. Bring them able, starting at $335. to Bach to Rock Mu- References required. sic, 334 S. Broadway, New Madison. Stove Greenville, OH for an & refrig included. offer. 937-547-1970, 564-1402” email: bachtorock@ “Gnvl, 2 BR upper earthlink.net” apt. Deposit required. WANTED References. No pets. Wanted: Used house $425. 937-678-5274” trailers in good condition. Please call 937- “2 BR apt in Greenville. Water, sewer & 448-2974 trash removal includPETS ed. No pets. Deposit “1 yr old Jack Russell required. 548-5264” mix needs new home. Housebroke, neutered, PRIVATE SALE OF REAL all shots. Needs family that is home often; he ESTATE BY SEALED BID has separation anxiety. JACKIE L. CLARK and CYNTHIA S. BRIGHT Listens well, very trainable, loving dog. 459- Jackie L. Clark and Cynthia S. Bright, will take sealed bid on the real estate located west of Maple Lane, Arcanum, Ohio 5192 for more info”

“Free tamed kittens. Black & white male, tabby male, gray female. 937-447-2372”

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SPECIAL NOTICE “DESPERATE! Volunteers needed, especially Construction Carpenters. I am a senior citizen & my home is about to be demolished. Insurance wouldn’t pay; will tell you the details. Can’t afford to pay, but need your input. Heartsick. Have cancer & diabetes. Please call 937-5484408” FOR RENT 3 BR house in Pitsburg area. F-M school district. Big yard. You pay utilities. Call 937947-1495

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“Two 15 mo old Heifers, crossed between Short Horn & Black Angus. Approx. 600700 lbs., color red, vaccinated & wormed. 765-960-5681” PRODUCE Tomato & Cabbage Plants $2/doz. Sweet Potato plants 50¢ each. No Sunday Sales. 4133 Gettysburg-Pitsburg Rd. 937-548-9032

(10.58 acres) and east of Arcanum approximately 1½ miles at the corner of Alt. St. Rt. 49 E. and St. Rt. 49 S., Arcanum, Ohio (25.25 acres) and identified as follows: 9.2 acres more or less of real property (with small barn), Parcel ID No. P56-0-308-0400-00-410-00 and 1.37 acres more or less of real property (bare ground-no improvements), Parcel ID P59-2-308-04-04-03-14601, Township of Twin, Darke County, Ohio (total of both parcels is 10.58 acres more or less) and 25.25 acres more or less of real property (bare ground-no improvements), Township of Twin, Darke County, Ohio, Parcel ID No. P56-0-308-11-00-00-124-00. The subject properties are being sold “as is”. The sealed bids will be accepted at the Law Office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC, 2840 Alt. St. Rt. 49 N., Suite A, Arcanum, Ohio, until Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. Ohio time. Bidder must clearly set forth his/her bid in a total dollar amount. Bids stating an amount per acre will not be accepted. The sealed bids will be opened at the office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 at 3:00 P.M. Ohio time. All interested bidders who have submitted sealed bids may be present at the opening of the bids and may raise their bids. Seller reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids. The successful bidder(s) shall enter into a contract for the purchase of said real estate. The successful bidder shall pay ten percent (10%) of the sale price as earnest money deposit on date of sale. The balance of said purchase price shall be due and payable upon delivery of an Ohio Warranty Deed within thirty (30) days after sale date or as soon thereafter as the Seller determines. Seller pays real estate taxes due in June 2014 (payable July 2014), Purchaser shall pay all real estate taxes due thereafter, including CAUV recoupment, if any. Possession shall be given upon the harvest of the 2014 crop, be in no event later than December 31, 2014. Purchaser shall receive the Seller’s cash rent of $300/tillable acre for the 2014 crop season. Any statements made on day of sale shall take precedence over any statements made in this advertisement. A bid packet including a map of real property and bid form will be available at the office of Garbig & Schmidt, LLC, Attorneys at Law at 2840 Alt. St. Rt. 49N, Suite A, Arcanum, Ohio 45304 or call (937) 692-5278.

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FOR RENT 28x32 Concrete Garage in Grvl. Furnace/220. $175mo/deposit. 5488613

“3 BR home in Pitsburg. A/c, w/d hookup. F-M school. No pets. $550/mo. 937947-1139” “3 BR upper apt. No pets. All utilities furnished. W. Third, Gnvl. Call 548-5103”

FOR RENT “IN GREENVILLE at 116 Front St, 1 bedroom apartment. Total electric. Washer/ “Modern country dryer hookup. Offhome for rent in street parking. $335 Northern Darke Coun- per month plus $335 ty. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Security Deposit plus $650/month + utilities. utilities. NO PETS! NO SMOKING! Call 419-375-1052” 548-9940 for Rental “2 BR upper apt, A/C. Application” No pets. $400/mo + $400 deposit. In Gnvl. “Spacious 2 BR duplex in nice area, W/D 937-938-6903” hkp, garage, central air. No pets. $475/mo, 5482 Villa Ct. Greenville. 937-547-9871”

Efficiency apt. in Greenville. $350 mo + deposit. Upstairs. Utilities paid. No pets. 937-467-9347

“Studio apt, close uptown, W/D available in building. No pets, no smoking. All utilities paid. 547-1986” WANTED TO RENT Wanting to rent garage in Greenville area for vehicle storage. Call 937-467-0225 REAL ESTATE “5 lakeview lots in a row; all border Lake Cumberland. Surveyed. Walt to water. Water to the property. 5 min. walk to lake. Campable now. Needs trees cut & Warehouse or indus- landscaped. Exactly trial bldgs in Green- between Somerset & ville. Call 417-2796 or Monticello. $49,000 548-3121 OBO 606-341-1031” BACK ON THE MAR- “3748 Hickory Dr, KET! 3 BR house in Wayne Lakes. Greenville. 534 Wag- $69,800. Newly rener Ave. $550 + de- modeled. Concrete posit. 937-459-7377 floors stamped & “Greenville - Mont- stained. 3 BR, 1 full gomery St., 1 br unit, bath. 2 car attached 937-423electric heat. $350 garage. mo + deposit. Water 1091” & trash included. 937548-5284” “3 BR, 2 bath house. Washer/dryer hookup. Cental air. Pet friendly. Greenville. 937-621-9101” In Gnvl 3 BR half double w/attached garage; W/D hookup. $500/mo + deposit. 548-8210 “319 Carter St, Union City. $550/mo or Land Contract. Completely remodeled. 4 BR. 937-968-4195 ext 201” “Gnvl, 3 BR apt. Deposit required. References. No pets. $475/ mo. 937-678-5274”

REAL ESTATE “Beautiful large log home on 2.4 aces w/3 BRs, loft, pellet boiler, pond & much, much more. Located on SR 571 on the edge of Greenville. Call Trump Realty, 678-5687, for your personal showing.”

“North end Sidney home, FSBO. 401 Lunar St, near YMCA. Visit zillow.com for details. 937-6584079. Willing to work with agents.” EQUIPMENT “1950 Ford Furguson 20 tractor, restored condition but needs “BUILDING ONLY transmission work, For Sale, Downtown $1800 or trade for Greenville, 334 South truck. 937-423-5854” Broadway. Bach To “Saddle tanks Demco Rock Music is Want- with dolly wheels & ing to Relocate locally. brackets with PTO Business is NOT for pump, $1800. 937sale! 4 usable floors 418-9290” with full basement & AUTOMOTIVE 3 upper. Electric, air & heat all updated 6 “Moody Auto Sales, half bathrooms. NEW LLC, Dennis & ROOF. 36’X48’ auditori- Paula Moody, 111 um & stage on top floor. E Canal, Ansonia. Ready for any type of 2013 Dodge Grand business to move in. Caravan, Stow ‘n Go 937-547-1970, ask for seats, power sliding Bruce” doors. 2013 Ford Fu“3 bedroom duplex sion SE, pearl white, each side. 307 & 307- Eco Boost. 2013 1/2 West 3rd St, Green- Chevy Impala LT, deep red, like new, ville. Call 548-5103” 17,500 miles. 2012 Chevy Silverado, R&S Reck ext cab, 4x4, like new, 17,000 miles. Mobile Honda Civic 4 Home Park 2011 dr LX, 34,000 miles, New Paris, Ohio very clean! 2012 Kia Mobile Sedona, power slide door, back-up camHomes 13,500 miles. Starting at $430/Month for Rent Or era, 2008 Buick Enclave SHERWOOD Rent to Own CXL, very clean, FOREST loaded, DVD, dual MOBILE HOME COMMUNITY Call 937-548-9898 sunroof. 2005 Ford www.parkbridgehomes.com 937-417-7111 Focus SES, loaded, great shape. 2000 Ford Excursion LimOPEN TODAY ited, 4x4, exc. cond. 1:00-2:30 P.M. 2004 Honda CR-V 6058 Clark Rd., West Manchester EX, very clean! www. MoodyAutoSales. 2:00-4:00 P.M. com. 937-337-6841” 619 E Main St., Greenville

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3413 HILLGROVE WOODINGTON RD. GREENVILLE OPEN 1-2:30 COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS’ BEST! This 3 acre property is currently being operated as a horse farm. Property features charming A-Frame home with full basement. 60x30 newly painted barn with Amish built 30x14 addition, featuring 3 box stalls. Barn features loft area, concrete floors with drains and water hydrants. Barn has large interior sliding door between horse area and insulated shop areas. Shop features 220 electric, water and automatic overhead door. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Ed Huffman. (110187) 2838 FOX RD GREENVILLE OPEN 1-3 WELCOME TO 2838 FOX RD. The ½ mile lane leads you away from stresses of your work day and into this cozy country home. Offers 3 bedrooms and 1 bath and sits on 1.17 acres of manicured lawn with mature trees. The family “handy man” will enjoy the 42x24 outbuilding that offers 100 amp service, newer vinyl siding and newer standing seam roof. Many updates within the last 10 years include vinyl siding, windows, well pump and water heater. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Melissa Rosenbeck. (110059) 7418 STATE ROUTE 49 GREENVILLE OPEN 1-3 NEW LISTING! Beautifully maintained home located on quiet cul-de-sac with wooded lot just two miles north of Greenville. This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home has been freshly painted and features central air, wood floors, and many renovations within the last year. Including water pressure tank, water heater, water softener and blacktop driveway sealant, new roof, over-head garage door, interior doors, completely renovated master bath. New paver-brick patio, Pergo wood floor in bonus room. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Eric Brown. (110167) 309 MARION DR. GREENVILLE OPEN 2-3:30 THIS PROPERTY WOULD MAKE A GREAT STARTER HOME. Great location on the north end of Greenville. Offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath and attached garage. Recent updates include roof, vinyl windows, central air unit, furnace, hot water heater. Possession at closing! Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Darren Leis. (109740) 531 S. MAIN ST. ANSONIA OPEN 2-4 LOOKING FOR A LARGE HOME in quiet town? Offers over 2,000 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and amazing large kitchen. Downstairs room could be converted to a 4th bedroom. Also, 2 car detached garage. Stop in for your personal tour with REALTOR® Jay Kimmel. (110107)

“2000 Chevy 3500 LS dually, 101,869 miles. 2000 Ford Econoline cargo van, 206,267 miles. Both to be sold “”As Is”” to the highest bidder on Monday, June 16, 2014 at 6pm. Call for details at American Budget Co. 526-3251” “2006 Saturn Vue 77,000 $7995. 2006 Silverado 4x4 $8995. 2006 G6 $7995. 2005 Cobalt $4995. 2003 Grand Am 108,000 $4995. 2006 Aveo 81,000 $5495. 2008 PT Cruiser $7495. 2009 Kia Spectra 57,000 $8495. 2010 Fusion 72,000 $9995. 2003 Yukon $7995. 2004 Liberty $7495. 2003 Expedition 117,000 $7995. 2003 S10 Crew 4x4 $6995. 2001 F150 Crew 4x4 $8495. 2005 Buick Rendezvous $5495. 2007 Explorer Sport Track $10,495. Buy - Sell - Trade! COUNTRY AUTO SALES 548-1337”

AUTOMOTIVE “DAVIDSON’S AUTO PARTS - NEW Body Parts & Batteries at Wholesale Prices! Cash for cars/trucks, running or not. 4474681”

MOTORCYCLES “2008 Honda 750 Shadow Spirit, black, 7566 miles. 4479286”

“2005 Harley Davidson motorcycle 1200R Sportster, “1986 Ford 150 LTD, 5600 miles $5000. some rust, runs good. 937-564-6755” 548-1272” “2005 Nusun Eagle “1994 Pontiac Grand 125cc scooter, $750 Prix GTP, runs good, or trade for truck. Lots of new parts. 937-423-5854” $1350. 937-418-9290” RECREATIONAL MOTORCYCLES “Toy Hauler - 2001 “2003 H.D. 100 Anni- Pace America, A/C, versary Softail Deuce, bath, kitchen, foldexc. cond. 15,000 down beds. $5,000. miles, $9000. Call 937-448-2904 after 997-3533” 4pm.” LEIS REALTY CONGRATULATES

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8399 Grubbs-Rex Rd Arcanum Beautiful scenic, wooded 1.3 acres with well kept ranch home. 3 BR, 1½ BA, 2 wood burning brick fireplaces. 25x35 barn w/sliding doors. Move in ready. Tamara Leach 937-684-6220

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109 Virginia, Greenville 3 Bedroom Ranch with 1.5 baths, 1452 sq ft home has new flooring in kitchen, updates in ‘09 to include dishwasher, hot water heater, furnace & central air. Home has a covered porch and 1 car garage with insulated garage door. 8652 ------------------------------------------------------------211 S. Jefferson St., Pitsburg 4 bdrm, 2 bath, large eat-in kitchen, large 2 car detached garage. Features: New F/A High efficiency Propane furnace in 2012. Floor coverings, ceramic tile, carpet, windows, shingled roof & soffits, 200 AMP C breaker box, custom made kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanity cabinets all new in 2010. 8460 2455 Railroad St. Greenville Completely remodeled 2 story maintenance free home located on approx. .4403 acre lot m/l with covered front and back porches. A 1 1/2 car detached garage, 10X12 shed, chain linked fenced in back yard. New in 2009, well pump, elec. heat pump and central air, dishwasher, front storm door, water heater, 200 amp elec. service, new 2011 flooring in kitchen and downstairs bath, large kitchen with oak kitchen cabinets, lazy Susan, kitchen hood vent, and large utility rm with storage closets. Many large rooms with an open floor plan. A Must See!! Bedrooms have lots of storage closets. 8478

NEW LISTING! Cottage style home loaded with charm. Original wood trim and wood floors set this home apart from the competition. Oversized living room opens to the spacious dining area. Modern kitchen with ample cabinet and countertop space. Two bedrooms and a full bath are also located on the main level. Additional rooms, bedroom and half bath on the upper floor. Two car detached garage and extra wide lot are added bonuses for this property. (110192) NEW LISTING! Great office location in high traffic area of Greenville. Offers 2,852 sq. ft. of easy access of office space for your clientele. Don’t miss this location. (110206) NEW LISTING! Updates galore!! Bring your furnishings and move-in. Enjoy the country breeze, bon-fires and cookouts in your backyard with views of the countryside. A 36x20 detached garage to use as shop/storage. Immediate occupancy. (110200) MOVE IN READY 3 bedroom home. Hardwood floors throughout. All electric with newer heat pump/central air unit. Fresh coat of paint on metal roof in 2013. (109732) ALL MAJOR COMPONENTS of this 3 bedroom house have been updated or replaced. Roof, windows, floors, kitchen, bathroom, doors all newly installed. Virtually a new home, perfect for anyone interested in a smaller, high quality home or investment in Union City. (109784) GREAT LOCATION CLOSE TO PARK ENTRANCE. This 3 bedroom offers newer paint, windows, carpet, vinyl and appliances including washer and dryer. Also, 1.5 car attached garage, plus carport. (106043) PRESTIGIOUS HOME! Offers 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, beautiful eatin kitchen, formal living and dining rooms, family room with fireplace, roomy study, fabulous Florida room and 2 car attached garage. Two brick paver patios and driveway. (109231) START BUILDING SWEAT EQUITY TODAY. Ranch home with 3 bedrooms, in western Darke county has 50’x30’ outbuilding built in 2007. This building has cement floors and separate breaker box. House does need some work on the interior. Purchaser is buying the home in as is condition, bank will make no repairs. (109804) THIS HOME IS WONDERFUL TO START A FAMILY IN. Offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath with 1 car detached garage. Updates include laminate flooring in living and family room, countertops and backsplash and ceramic tile in kitchen, roof on back part of the house. Added covered back porch. (110024) MOVE IN READY 3 bedroom home with newer vinyl windows, laminate flooring and carpet. All appliances stay with the house. Enjoy the large deck in the fenced in backyard One car garage attached garage, freshly poured double wide driveway and a 12x16 storage shed with a loft! (109883)

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RECREATIONAL “1994 Four Winds 5000 class C motor home, 25 ft, Onan generator, Chevrolet engine, runs good, great starter model, $5500 firm. Serious callers only 937-5488328” HOUSEHOLD “PILLOWTOP Twin bedding set $149. Full bedding set $169. Queen bedding set $199. King bedding set $299. New in plastic/warehouse liquidation with warranty. Factory Furniture/Mattress and More, 11 East Main St., Phillipsburg, 1-937-8845455”

Very nice used Rainbow vacuum sweeper. Warranty. Call 548-0870 “Amana window A/C, 8000-10,000 BTU. $60. 621-5116”

HOUSEHOLD “FURNITURE SHOPPE, 1379 Hillgrove-Woodington Rd, Union City, OH 937-968-6804. REF R I G E R AT O R S : White Frigidaire $275, white Frigidaire sideby-side $325, bisque Kenmore $125. Kenmore dryer $125. Broyhill blue-striped sofa $75. Temple shades of green sofa $50. Used bedding, treated/wrapped, $75/ set. New solid oak table, leaf, 6 matching chairs, 2-pc hutch, ($2000 new) $500.”

“Living Room Furniture. Sofa, love seat, chair & ottoman. Exceptional condition. $500. 937-548-7156” MISC. FOR SALE “Glass patio sliding door, 79-1/2 X 58-3/8 X 4-7/8. Also, boogie board skiing. $100 each. 937-564-8633”

OPEN TODAY! JUNE 8 – 1 – 2:30 PM 108 Northmoor Dr, Arcanum MLS 581326 Host: Dave Fine 423-2002 ***** 108 Westview Dr, Arcanum MLS 567900 Host: Ron Crist 417-4799 ----------------------------------------------------INVESTMENT PROPERTY! 2 BR vinyl sided home + a 1 BR & a 2 BR apartment on back of lot. #4353 EXCELLENT 1-ST vinyl sided home w/2 BR. Newer roof, furnace & CA, windows, water heater, electric panel, dishwasher, LRM carpet. Updated BA. Nothing to do but move in! #4334 COMMERCIAL BUILDING ON ST RT 49! Over 2000 sq ft. Super location – ample blacktopped parking area! #4387 LARGE COUNTRY LOT! Brick ranch w/3 BR, 2 BA. LRM & DRM. FRM. 12x20 Florida rm. 2-car attached garage + 52x30 barn. #4410 IN NEW MADISON! Rental property – 1½-ST vinyl sided home w/2 BR. LRM & DRM. Updated KIT w/oak cabinets. #4417 PARK-LIKE SETTING! Inviting brick home offering 3 BR, LRM, DRM & FRM. New oak KIT cabinets, Corian counter tops, slate floor. Full walk-out basement includes rec rm. 2-car attached garage + 2 add’l garages & 30x50 barn. All of this on 5 acres! #4425

PRICE REDUCTIONS 1376 SUGAR MAPLE WOW 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths in north end of Greenville and only $159,900. You will love the fenced yard, large patio for your summer relaxation. 1278 SUGAR MAPLE 3 BR brick ranch with full basement. New kitchen and bath. Greenville north end. 6682 DALY RD 3 BR brick with full basement on large country lot close to Greenville. 107 MEADOW LANE 2 BR home with LR and Bonus Rm. Detached 2 car garage. Located close to Greenville City Park. 3034 FOX RD Owner has remodeled this 3 BR brick ranch which offers large lot and utility barn located north of Greenville. 301 N BROAD – ROSSBURG Wow! 3 BR 2 bath vinyl sided home with 2 car garage for $64,900 in Ansonia School District. Call to discuss. 744 ST RT 571 – UNION CITY Owners have renovated Kitchen and Bath, Nice Hardwood floors and large utility room. Attached garage plus carport.

NEW LISTINGS 6085 SEBRING WARNER RD – LOT #41 – GREENVILLE 48 X 28 Mobile in Olwines Park, check out the space in this 3 BR 2 Bath mobile 1120 HARRISON AVE – GREENVILLE Adorable move in ready 3 BR one story home in South end offering many updates. Home priced to sell. 250 VICTORIA – GREENVILLE 3 Bedroom Bi-level home with large back yard. Close to YMCA and shopping. Call for list of many updates. 116 LINWOOD – GREENVILLE 3 BR brick ranch on corner lot, which is priced to sell. Call today. 109 AUTUMN –GREENVILLE 2 BR 2 Bath mobile home with large Living Rm and Kitchen. Large deck and Awning.

OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY – JUNE 12, 2014 5:30-7:00 6545 WESTFALL RD – GREENVILLE Possibilities! 3 or 4 bedroom Stucco home with a full basement resting on a 1.1 acre lot with mature trees. 36x22 2 car detached garage. 1303 Chippewa Dr. Greenville

MISC. FOR SALE “STRAWBERRIES, YOU PICK. Mon, Wed, Fri & Sat. New Paris. 937-7339593”

“Riding lawn tractor, 52”” cut, low hours. 547-0475” Band Instruments for sale. Band Instrument Repair. Flutes & More 937-5471701 “Professional SOUND SYSTEM Sales & Installation & Rental. Free quotes to your business, church or home for sound system updates & improvements. JBL, EAW, QSC, PEAVEY, CROWN. Bach to Rock Music 5471970, email: bachtorock@earthlink.net. Also Renting sound systems for Weddings, Graduations, Business Meetings, or any other engagements!” FURNACES $285 While Supplies Last. TUNS 1-877-4738867 “Roadmaster towbar motor home mount 2”” receiver $200. Bicycle rack for 2 bikes, 1.5 or 2”” receivers, never used $100. 937-5646755” “Elvis Presley felt picture, 29x38”” wide, signed. Harbor Freight 3hp, 21 gallon, 125psi air compressor. Fold-down kitchen table. 937670-6945” “DAVIDSON POOL Specials: pools, hot tubs, liners, chemicals, auto covers, recover pool tables. 937-447-2605” “Above ground swimming pool, all accessories, filter, pump, cover, vacuum cleaner, very nice cond. $800. Can be seen at 100 Redwood Dr or call 548-5026” “Honda 21”” quadracut push mower w/ all attachments, service & operators manuals. Excellent condition. Ready to mow. $200. 937507-2120”

EARLY BIRD CLASSIFIEDS WORK!

1-800-548-5312

GREENVILLE –High School volunteer Big Buddy Holli Hammaker, from Ansonia, was helping her Little Buddy Alyssa York, daughter of Sarah Fitzgerald from Greenville, work on her homework at an after school session at Woodland Heights. This session’s topic was about the positive characteristic of being thankful. During each session the children are taught a word that promotes character building; Such as thankfulness, respect, responsibility, conﬂict resolution, resourcefulness, and many more. These positive characteristics are also incorporated into an activity and craft that corresponds with the word. Peer sharing and group activities are a big part of the after school programming provided by Big Brothers Big Sisters. “The high school big buddy mentors in our after school programs are such wonderful assets to these children’s lives. It is so positive to see their faces light up when they see their big buddy arrive for the session. The impact this program has on the kids is a true blessing” reports Big Brothers Big Sisters Executive Director, Jennifer Bruns Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby and Darke County is nearing the end of its after school programming for the 2013-2014 academic year. The Buddies program is a nine-month commitment where high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors volunteer to work with and mentor elementary aged children two times per month. During these meetings

OPEN TODAY! 1-2:30

279 HICKORY - SPACIOUS, OPEN FLOOR PLAN in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch! Wood-burning fireplace; beautiful in-ground pool! $147,500. ---------------------------------------------------YOURS DAY OF CLOSING when you purchase this 3 bedroom, 1½ bath brick ranch at 5858 Folkerth Road! Fireplace in family room; enclosed front porch; appliances included! $105,000. 5 ACRES M/L just north of Greenville on 127 includes a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with FULL basement! 2 barns, 1 with concrete floor, 2 overhead doors, electric and bathroom. $159,000. APPROVED BUILDING LOT at corner of Bur Oak and Aspen! Improved with drilled well; grass; trees and sidewalks! Mid 30’s. 29 ACRES M/L nestles a 2-story brick home at 1648 Mills Road! Updated and well maintained home has walnut woodwork; hickory cabinets in kitchen; oak and plank flooring; hot water and cornburning heat! 4 car attached garage PLUS barns! $325,000. IN UNION CITY at 300 S. Deerfield are 2 lots for $15,000. IN WAYNE LAKES at 1180 East Drive you will find a 2 bedroom home on WOODED, CORNER LOT! corner fireplace; attached garage. Upper 50’s. WOODED LOT with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 1000 Kings Drive! Oak woodwork throughout; lots of storage; deck out back! $169,900. IN ARCANUM a newer brick ranch double at 2 & 4 Pearl Street! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths each side; attached garages. $160,000. 8 ACRES M/L with this 3 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch at 163 St. Rt. 726! Cherry cabinets and island in kitchen; double fireplace; skylights; 2 bay windows; “rocking chair” covered porch! Over 2800 sq. ft. of living area plus FULL basement! WOODS INCLUDED! $230,000.

BLUE SPRUCE REALTY 547-9770

937-547-3077

Mentors continue to make a big impact

Jim Shuttleworth Evelyn Shuttleworth Joe Shuttleworth Richard Edwards

www.bluesprucerealtyinc.com

the high school students, under the supervision of Big Brothers Big Sisters staff, work with one or two children on different educational and recreational activities. The program continues to promote social and educational enhancing activities, as well as personal safety. In addition to our after-school program the agency has 87 community-based matches throughout Shelby and Darke County. These matches meet with each other twice a month for outings which are planned around the volunteers own schedule. The goal of the communitybased program is to match a local child with an adult mentor, who can serve as a positive role model, and expose the child to enhancing and uplifting activities. Currently the agency has 20 children waiting for a Big Brother or Sister in the program, so now is the time to think about how you could put a

Big Buddy Holli Hammaker is shown working with Little Buddy Alyssa York.

little sparkle into the life of a child! If you are interested in becoming a mentor in our community-based program, please call 547-9622 or 492-7611 for more information. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County is a United Way member agency and an afﬁliate of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. The Buddies program is partially funded by the Ruther and Emerson Booher Committee advised fund & The Versailles Foundation Fund for Versailles as well as The Vectren Foundation Fund. If you would like more information

about how to become a volunteer, you may visit the agency web site at www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.

org or call the Sidney ofﬁce at 492-7611 or the Greenville ofﬁce at 547-9622.

NUTRITION MONTH

ANSONIA – To observe National Nutrition month Mrs. Fischer, Ansonia Local Schools nurse, held a poster contest for all fifth and sixth grade students. Students were to draw the My Plate logo, include a list of the food groups and how many servings we need a day and create a healthy menu for a day. Each student that entered received a prize. The winners received gift certificates to Hibbett’s sports in Greenville. Left to right: Madison Pace, third place, Mariah Troutwine, second place, Mrs. Fischer and Kassondra Weyant, first place.

PUBLIC AUCTION

SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2014

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 SIGNS ON SALE DAY) FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Dbl. Drop Gate Leg Dining Table w/ (6) Chairs, extra Leaves & Table Pads; 3 Pc. Broyhill Bedroom Suite (Queen) Bed, Dresser & Mirror, Chest of Drawer; Wall Hugger Lamp Table; (2) Upholstered Recliners; 3 Pc. Blonde (Queen) Bedroom Suite; Dresser & Mirror; (2) Leather Recliners; Wood Rocker; Wood Bookcase; Wood Coffee & Lamp Tables; (3) Upholstered Bar Stools; Cavalier Cedar Chest; nice Patio Table & (4) Swivel Chairs; Iron Patio Table & Chairs; Rod Iron Patio Set; Kenmore Elec. Washer & Dryer (nice); Crosley Elec. Washer; Amana H. Duty Elec. Dryer; Whirlpool Ultimate Care II Elec. Washer & Dryer; G.E. 30” Elec. Stove; Sm. Amana Chest Freezer. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Oak Wash Stand w/ Towel Bar; Wood Hall Tree; Early School Desk; Wood Camel Back Trunk; Primitive Bench; Pitcher Pump Lamp; Red Globe RR # Lamp; several Oil Lamps; Early Oriental Lamp; Horse Hames; Cast Dinner Bell; Early Cream Separator Stand; Early Cigar Boxes; Schultz Motors Adv. Thermometer; Sprinkling Can; Draw Knife; (2) Hunting License; Wood Printers Drawer; Early Royal Crown Cola Adv. Thermometer; Scotch Picnic Thermos; Adv. Yard Sticks; Hay Fork; several Shuckin Pegs; Cow Kickers; box of old Keys; numerous Pocket Knives; Texaco Pocket Knife; Oak Mantle Clock; numerous Crocks & Crock Jugs; McCoy Vase; Sausage Stuffer; Early Tricycle w/ wood wheels; several Hanging Scales; Porcelain Pots, Pans, Etc.; Copper Wash Boiler (nice) w/ lid; several Sadd Irons; several Early Oil Cans; Patch Work Quilt; Wood Slaw Cutter; Early Binoculars; several Shooter Marbles; Wood Sugar Bucket; Radio Flyer Wagon; (2) Early Maytag Pedal Start Engines; Shoe Lathe Stand; Rooster Weather Vane. LAWN TRACTOR & MOWER 17 H.P. Huskee LT 4200 Lawn Tractor, 42” Cut, 7-Speed (super nice); Lawn Boy (Gas) Walk Mower. TOOLS & GARAGE EQUIPMENT Craftsman Portable Air Compressor; (Gas) Chipper/ Shredder; Walking (Gas) Weed Trimmer; Craftsman & Weed Eater Gas Leaf Blowers; Craftsman Gas Chainsaw; (2) Gas Weed Trimmers; Garden Planter w/ Plates; 2 Whl. Hand Truck; Dbl. Bench Grinder; Central Bench Drill Press; several Bolt & Nut Inventory Units (full); Come-A-Long; Pole Tree Trimmer; Bar Clamps; Pipe Threader; Cutter; Vise; Wet/Dry Vacuum; Shovels; Rakes; Pitch Forks; Post Jobbers; Step Ladders; Sockets; Wrenches; misc. Hand Tools; Craftsman Tool Boxes; 2-Ton Floor Jack; Power Painter; Folding Wheel Barrow; Machinist Tool Box; Creeper; Fuel & Oil Cans; Pry Bars; Nail Puller; H. Saws; Drill Bits; Files; Block Plane; Router & Table; (2) Axes; Pipe Wrenches; Water Hoses; Pump Sprayer; Cordless Drill; Wagner Power Painter; Adj. Ladder; Bolts; Nuts; Nails; Pop Rivet Guns; Hardware items; 16 Dr. Storage Cabinet; B&D Circular Saw; Mole Trap; Coleman Gas Camping Lantern. MISC. HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Lots of Canning Jars; several Radios; Folding Alum. Table; (3) new Bicycle Seats; Paper Shredder; Lg. SS Pot; Pots; Pans; Flatware; Cups; Glasses; Elec. Kitchen Appliances & Utensils; Turco Gas Grille; Cosco Step Stool; Knick Knacks; Hand & Bath Towels; misc. Gas Engines; several Elec. Motors; (2) Air Purifiers; World Globe on stand; TV’s; VCR; CD Player; Stereo System w/ Speakers; Sentry Combo Safe; Walker w/ brakes; Pictures; Standing Lamps; Hoover Floor Scrubber; Records (33’s & 45’s); Kero Sun Heater & much more.

CHARLES HUTTON ESTATE

Becky Leach & Pam Brown, Co-Executors

Thomas Graber, Attorney. Preble County Case #: 2014 1040

Terms: Cash or Good Check with Proper Photo ID; Visa / MC / Discover accepted with a 3% Clerk Fee added. • We must collect sales tax. • Visit us online: www.auctionzip.com USER I.D. #8673 for photos and information. • Good Food & Good Times Available on Site! • Open Friday, June 13, 2014 from 9:00AM to 5:00PM for Inspection. REMEMBER: +++Never, Ever a Buyer’s (Penalty) Premium at our Auctions…What You Bid Is What Office: (937)316-8400 You Pay! We work for our sellers, we appreciate our Mobile: (937)459-7686 buyers, and we love our profession! Kirby & Staff

PAGE 26 Sunday, June 8, 2014 The Early Bird

Stephanie Barga

Dustin Berger

Brad Byers

Lucas Chrisman

Simon Denlinger

Parker Flood

Lauren Landes

Kelcie Lanham

Kimberly Ledbetter

Brandy Profitt

Craig Swartz

Corbin Wray

MVCTC inducts local honor society students CLAYTON – Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) inducted 61 students into National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) on March 16. The NTHS students as well as their honored educators from MVCTC and their partner school district, were recognized in a ceremony at MVCTC in front of family and friends. Students are selected for NTHS based on the following requirements: a 3.75 grade point average or higher, 97 percent attendance, passed all parts of the Ohio Graduation Test and instructor recommendations. Each of the 2014 inductees is the recipient of a $500 scholarship made possible through the partnership of the MVCTC Education Foundation

and the Mathile Family Foundation. * Stephanie Barga (Arcanum) enrolled in the Allied Health Technologies program at MVCTC, chose to honor as her most signiﬁcant educators, Ellen Bissey (Allied Health Technologies Instructor at MVCTC) and Marla Miller of Arcanum. Stephanie is the daughter of Darlene Barga from Arcanum and Steve Barga from Greenville. Stephanie plans to attend Kettering College in the fall majoring in Nursing. * Dustin Berger (Ansonia) enrolled in the Power Technologies program at MVCTC, chose to honor as his most signiﬁcant educators, Larry Seibel (Power Tehnologies Instructor at MVCTC) and Darrick Barga of Ansonia. Dustin is the

son of Andy and Kim Berger from Ansonia. * Brad Byers (Arcanum) enrolled in the Robotics & Automation program at MVCTC, chose to honor as his most signiﬁcant educators, Van Henderson (Robotics & Automation Instructor at MVCTC) and Jason Stephan of Arcanum. Brad is the son of Duane and Shelly Byers from Arcanum. Brad plans to attend Sinclair Community College in the fall majoring in Automation & Control Technology with Robotics. * Lucas Chrisman (Franklin Monroe) enrolled in the Allied Health Technologies program at MVCTC, chose to honor as his most signiﬁcant educators, Beth Deaton (Allied Health Technologies Instructor at

MVCTC) and Rick Ingold of Franklin Monroe. Lucas is the son of K. Jay and Brenda Chrisman from Arcanum. Lucas plans to attend Kettering College of Medical Arts in the fall majoring in Nursing. * Simon Denlinger (Franklin Monroe) enrolled in the Precision Machining program at MVCTC, chose to honor as his most signiﬁcant educators, Van Henderson (Precision Machining Instructor at MVCTC) and Scott Thayer of Franklin Monroe. Simon is the son of Danny and Suzanne Denlinger from Arcanum. Simonis already employed working for Denlinger Farm Drainage. * Parker Flood (Arcanum) enrolled in the Criminal Justice program at MVCTC, chose to honor as

his most signiﬁcant educators, Sandra Welborn (Criminal Justice Instructor at MVCTC) and Heather Whittaker of Arcanum. Parker is the son of Greg and Amber Shields from Greenville. Parker plans to attend Sinclair Community College in the fall majoring in Criminal Science/ Corrections. * Lauren Landes (Franklin Monroe) enrolled in the Graphic Commercial Art program at MVCTC, chose to honor as her most signiﬁcant educators, Jack Spitler (Graphic Commercial Art Instructor at MVCTC) and Scott Thayer of Franklin Monroe. Lauren is the daughter of Mark and Clara Landes of Englewood. Lauren plans to attend School of Advertising Art in the fall majoring in Graphic Design.

* Kelcie Lanham (Ansonia) enrolled in the Criminal Justice program at MVCTC, chose to honor as her most signiﬁcant educators, Sandra Welborn (Criminal Justice Instructor at MVCTC) and Mary Lochtefeld of Ansonia. Kelcie is the daughter of Brad & Kim Middlestetter from Ansonia and James Lanham from Greenville. Kelcie plans to attend Sinclair Community College in the fall majoring in Criminal Science/ Corrections. * Kimberly Ledbetter (Ansonia) enrolled in the Culinary Arts program at MVCTC, chose to honor as her most signiﬁcant educators, Cortney Bergbigler (Culinary Arts Instructor at MVCTC) and Jason Wright of Ansonia. Kimberly is the daughter of James and Lucinda Led-

GARAGE SALES ARCANUM/ PITSBURG “3 Family - 110 Lumber St., Pitsburg; June 12,13,14; 9-5. Clothing, small appliances, Soda Stream, DVD player, small TV, Garmin & misc”

“6715 Cross St., Ithaca; June 14, 8-?. There will be a variety of items, large & small. Any money raised will help send kids to church camp.” “1065 VeronaPitsburg Rd; June 11-14; 9-5; Boys/ girls clothes, misc, games, dolls, Hot Wheels” “22 Northmoor Dr, Arcanum; June 1213; 9-5; Large Collectible Sale; Sports cards, comic books, carded Star Wars toys, kids clothes” “9684 Grubbs Rex Rd, 1.8 miles east of SR 49; June 11-12; 9-5; We Cleaned Out the Attic & More!”

“5052 HollansburgSampson Rd., Arcanum; June 12 & 13, 9-5; June 14, 9-12. Multiple Family Sale. High chair; changing table; weight bench; mens size XL; kids clothing & toys; materinity size small; lots of misc.” “6977 SR Alt 49 East, Arcanum; Wed June 11, 3-7; Thurs June 12, 8-5; Look for the Hair Hut sign. Lots of bargains!” BRADFORD/ GETTYSBURG “Large Multi-Family; 504 Hickory Dr, behind Patty Dr, Bradford; June 12-13; 8:30am-6pm; Kids’ to adult clothes, household & decorative items, TV stand, women’s leather motorcycle jackets, twin beds w/mattresses, full size headboard w/frame, kid’s golf clubs, tripod tree stand-new in box, bronze 30”” (LG219BF582) bar stools, lots misc”

GREENVILLE “724 Hiddeson Ave, in alley; June 12-13-14; 9-5; 3 tables of 10¢ knicknacks, 2 tables of 25¢ clothes, books/ puzzles 25¢ ea/5 for $1, much more”

“528 Southbrook Drive; June 12-13-14; 9-5pm; Outdoor furniture, TV, clothing, jewelry, misc”

“1170 Parkway; June 11-12-13; 9-5; Nice women’s clothes, plastic boxes of quilt material & other quiltrelated items, books, antiques, sport items, lots of misc”

“Too Much From NC! 7324 St Rt 121 N; June 12-13-14; Lots of nice things!

279 Driftwood; June 12-13-14; 8am-6pm; Large Garage Sale!

“7303 Stahl Rd; THURS ONLY June 12; 9-5; New mattress, china set, oil lamps, “Multi-Family; 4271 old items, kids table McNutt Rd, off 127 set, high chair, pet carSouth past Hog- rier, lots variety” path; Wed, June 11, 5-8pm; Thurs 9-:30; “606 Central Ave; Fri. 9-2; Bedding, June 11, 5-8pm; June lamps, decor, lawn, 12, 9-6pm; June 13, kitchen, holiday, train 9-2pm; Rescheduled table, furniture, qual- due to being rained ity items, adults & out. More items added. Large sale. Reakids” sonable prices” 1287 Sugar Maple Dr., park on Sugar Maple 416 Southbrook; June NOT Russ Rd.; June 12-13-14; 9am-5pm; 12,13,14; 8-1. Wall Everything must go to pictures, K/Q/T bed- a good home! ding, childrens books, “MULTI-FAMILY; 1392 toys, lamps, purses & Sugar Maple Dr; much more. No Early Thurs-Fri June 12-13; Birds!” 9am-5pm; Furniture, kids’ items, toys, household items, exercise equipment, collectibles, clothing, more!”

PUBLIC AUCTION

FRIDAY - JUNE 13th, 2014 3:00 P.M.

5862 Kruckeberg Rd. Greenville, OH 45331 DIRECTIONS: From downtown Dayton, Ohio Take I -70 West to St. Rt. 127 North to Greenville to Kruckeberg Rd. Turn right on Kruckeberg go approx. 1 mile to sale site on left. (Watch for signs) Auctioneers Note – Now Featuring Live Audio & Video so you can bid at home or on the go with your smart phone or tablet. Go to www.auctionzip.com, for pictures and enter auctioneer ID # 3426, click on the current auction date, click on bid now button to enter auction, register if you want to bid. No buyer’s premium charged for attending the live & collectible auction. Convenience Fee applied to online bidders only. ANTIQUES-COLLECTIBLES-FURNITURE-HOUSEHOLDLTX 1045 HYDROSTATIC CUB CADET RIDING MOWERGARAGE ITEMS

OWNERS- JERRY D. MCCLELLAN

AKA GERALD D. MCCLELLAN ESTATE CRAIG A. DYNES, SUCCESSOR ADMINISTRATOR, CASE # 13-1-255

AND PAUL BOUGHNER AND OTHERS

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

“6474 Daly Rd, 5489111; June 13-14, 9-5; June 15, 10-?; Toys, crib/baby items, dishes, household, etc”

Barn Sale. 3852 Jaysville-St. John Rd.; June 14; 9-4. Bedroom suite; dressers; china cabinet; dinette; kiln; pottery wheel; windows; doors; Coke crates; trailer; farm sprayer; clothing; Symphony handcranked phonograph “Huge Multi-family (works); many reSale. 5648 Hogpath cords; coins & jewelry. Rd; June 12-13; 9-6. Excellent condition “117 Avenue C; June clothing--girls; boys; 12-13; 8-5; Bikes, ladies L/XL; men’s toys, tv’s, memoraS-XL. Household, ga- bilia, grill, furniture, rage items, rototiller, men’s/women’s clothtractor & snowmobile ing, misc” parts. Very Clean, “1122 N. Ohio St; June Must See!” 12-14; 8-5; Name “Old Tyme Garage brand junior girls’ & clothes, Sale; 603 Sweitzer; women’s June 12-13-14; 9-5; housewares, bedding, Clean Misc, dolls, jewelry, $1 dishwasher. Sale. Items priced to table” sell!” “752 Primrose Dr; 1 Day Only, June 12; “Multi-Family - 1120 8am-4pm; Booster N. Ohio St.; June 12, seats, car seat/stroller 8-6; June 13, 8-5. combo, girls clothes Refrig., snowblower, all sizes, Christmas 8 pc. Setting/crystal decorations, women’s & china - $100. Metal clothes, scrubs, TV, desk, chairs, lamps, tv scooters, Fast Track stand. Men/women’s & boys clothing, knickexerciser, more!” knacks & misc” GREENVILLE “456 W. Russ Rd; Friday June 13; 9-6; Vera Bradley, long drapery rod w/drapes, furniture, luggage, household goods, window screens, men’s/women’s clothes/shoes, much more”

better from Ansonia. Kimberly plans to attend Sinclair Community College in the fall majoring in Culinary Arts. * Brandy Profitt (Franklin Monroe) enrolled in the Criminal Justice program at MVCTC, chose to honor as her most significant educators, Sandra Welborn (Criminal Justice Instructor at MVCTC) and Diane Gray of Franklin Monroe. Brandy is the daughter of Amber Profitt from Arcanum. Brandy plans to attend Tiffin University in the fall majoring in Law Enforcement. * Craig Swartz (Tri Village) enrolled in the Precision Machining program at MVCTC, chose to honor as his most significant educators, Frank Wright (Math Instructor at MVCTC) and Brenda Miller of

Tri Village. Craig is the son of Myron and Brenda Swartz from New Madison. Craig plans to attend Indiana UniversityPurdue University in the fall majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Motorsports Engineering. * Corbin Wray (Franklin Monroe) enrolled in the Construction Carpentry program at MVCTC, chose to honor as his most signiﬁcant educators, Kelly Kramer (Construction Carpentry Instructor at MVCTC) and Scott Thayer of Franklin Monroe. Corbin is the son of Russell and Faith Wray from Laura. Corbinis employed as an apprenticeship student with Premier Hardscapes. For more information on the opportunities offered at MVCTC, visit www.mvctc.com.

GREENVILLE “8192 SR 121; June 11; 9-4; Mega 1 Day Sale! Adoption Fundraiser. Tons of children’s, juniors’ & adult clothes, brand name maternity, toddler bed, baby items, household, Longaberger. All items must sell! Everything marked down the last hour”

“109 Royal Oak Dr., June 12-13, 9-5. Childens items; jogging stroller; Nintendo DS games.” VERSAILLES “7947 BeamsvilleWebster Rd.; take 121 N, turn right onto Beamsville-Webster Rd.(first right after Lavy Trucking) Large Barn/Moving Sale June 12,13, 8-6; June 14, 9-3. 1985 S10 Chevy truck w/topper, low mileage; new ceiling hung gas heater, 30,000 BTU, home decor, Christmas decor, small app., dishes, microwave, TV’s, lamps, kitchen table & chairs, coffee & end table, vintage items, stain glass & all supplies w/saw. Longaberger (priced to sell), new digital floor safe, filing cabinets, boys 18 mo-2T, toys, play yard, strollers, 3 point hitch tractor blade, 4x7 older utility trailer w/side rails. Much more! Everything must go!!”

“5718 Requarth Rd.; June 12,13, 9-6; June 14, 9-1. Multi-Family, clean sale, something for everyone!” “210 Birt St, June 11, 5-8; June 12-13, 9-5. Multi Family Sale. Name brand clothes, all sizes; home decor.” “415 E. Harmon Dr.; June 12,13,14; 9-5. Moving out of state. Snowblower, power washer, string trimmer, lawn mower, misc. tools, dishes, other household items, sewing items, books, Christmas items, occasional chairs & much much more! Clean!”

AUCTIONEER’S DIRECTORY

169 Royal Oaks; June 12-13; 9-5; All items are priced to sell. Multi-Family Sale “5412 Rt. 36 East, across from Hannah’s, June 12,13, 9-5. Huge Tool Sale, Craftsman: radial arm saw, miter saw, bench drill press. Sanborn air compressor, JD riding mower.” “131 Ark Ave; June 1213-14; 8-6; Wood bar stools, stands, Tupperware, microwave stand, 2 TVs, collectible yo-yos, solid wood rocker, purses, FS computer monitor, jewelry, doillies, baskets, Robo vacuum, decorative mirrors, nice Christmas decor, housewares, much more. Nice things - No junk”

www.KaugherAuctioneer.com

Ronnie Kaugher

1546 Cox Rd., Union City, OH (937) 968-7279

Weekly Auctions now featuring audio/video bidding. Convenience fee for on-line bidders only.

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Courtney earns first in AAA Poster Contest ARCANUM – Jordan Courtney, Arcanum Middle School student took first place in the third to fifth grade division of the AAA Poster Contest, taking home the top prize of $100. AAA awarded nearly $3,000 to Miami Valley

area Traffic Safety Poster Contest winners. The annual AAA Traffic Safety Poster contest stimulates creativity in students while teaching them life-saving traffic safety messages. Students showcase their artistic talents and traffic safety knowledge through

Softball players honored by CCC DARKE COUNTY – The Cross County Conference recently honored student athletes for their efforts on the softball ﬁeld. First Team – Catey Fischer, Ansonia; Kristen Stryker, Franklin Monroe; Allison Phillippi, Ansonia; Taylor Miller, Miami East; Josie Weaver, Arcanum; Megan Rutledge, Newton; Loganne Stone, Arcanum; Jackie Marshall, Tri-County North; Haley Patty, Bradford; Ecko Brown, Tri-Village; Morgan Arbogast, Covington; and Haley Adams, Covington Second Team – Brittany Kinney, Arcanum; Olivia Edgell, Miami East; Abbie Bruns, Arcanum; Nicole Scholl, Mississinawa Valley; Brianna Anthony, Bethel; Jennifer Stan, National Trail; Erika Hart, Bradford; Laura Bur-

den, Newton; Morgan McReynolds, Covington; Hannah Loughman, TriCounty North; Carrie Baker, Franklin Monroe; and Allie Downing, TriVillage Special Mention Team – Holli Hammaker, Ansonia; Makenzie Dirmeyer, Mississinawa Valley; Shelby Howard, Arcanum; Marisa Wilson, National Trail; Carolina Lawson, Bethel; Matty Mollette, Newton; Brooke Brower, Bradford; Kendra Vanover, Tri-County North; Brooke Gostomsky, Covington; Krystal Falknor, Tri-Village; Morgan Booher, Franklin Monroe; Lacey Emrick, Twin Valley South; and Megan Pettit, Miami East Player of the Year – Morgan Arbogast, Covington Coach of the Year – Rick Stone, Arcanum

hand-drawn or digitallydesigned posters. More than 652 posters were submitted by 11 Miami Valley area schools. First, second and third place winners were chosen in four divisions. AAA created a three-tier prize structure with cash prizes awarded to the winning student, as well as their

teacher and the school they represent. Jordan’s teacher Kari Benge and Arcanum Middle School each received checks for $100. AAA hosted a Gallery Exhibit and reception for the student artists, their families, and school ofﬁcials on March 27 at the Dayton Art Institute.

Baseball players honored by CCC DARKE COUNTY – The Cross County Conference recently recognized outstanding athletes on the baseball ﬁeld. First Team – Austin Ripple, Arcanum; Carson Stump, Mississinawa Valley; Jordan Elam, Bethel; Reid Ferrell, Newton; Jimmy Pelphrey, Bethel; Austin Hutchins, Tri-County North; Brandon Wysong, Bradford; Kyle Edgin, Tri-County North; Justin Williams, Covington; Tyler Cook, Tri-Village; Michael Fellers, Miami East; and Brandon Kirk, Miami East Second Team – Dalton Subler, Ansonia; Cody Alexander, Newton; Kory Baker, Arcanum; Austin Elmore, Tri-County North; Austin Lefeld, Covington; Tanner Maples, Tri-Village; Zach Hyre, Franklin Monroe;

Jacob Bassler, Twin Valley South; Franco Villella, Miami East; Wes Cole, Twin Valley South; Nick Davis, National Trail; and Josh Lee, National Trail Special Mention Team – Dane Wentworth, Ansonia; Zach Armstrong, Mississinawa Valley; Cole Burrell, Arcanum; Michael Bane, National Trail; Nate Reese, Bethel; Tyler Filbrun, Newton; Mason Justice, Bradford; Blake Lawson, Tri-County North; Nathan Blei, Covington; Justin Royer, Tri-Village; Daniel Wiseman Franklin Monroe; Josh Cottingim, Twin Valley South; and Evan Bowling, Miami East Player of the Year – Austin Hutchins, TriCounty North Coach of the Year – Larry Gray, Tri-County North

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Shown are some of the purses won during Arcanum Garden Club’s Purse Pingo. PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe Student Council volunteered at the Grace Resurrection Centers clothing bank on March 27. They helped sort and hang 40 boxes of clothing for the clothing bank. Pictured are Cole Skelton, Carrie Baker, Morgan Bingham, Alexis Hartzell and Cody Coppess.

Greenville awards spring athletes GREENVILLE – Greenville High School recently presented its awards for the spring sports athletes. Baseball – Colton Nealeigh, best offensive player; Kyle Bruner, best defensive player; Bailey Haworth, Wave Award; Austin Baumgardner, best pitcher; Cole Ward, coach’s award Softball – Allison Minnich, best offensive player; Haleigh Luce and Brionna Greer, co-best defensive players; Ally Russell, high batting average “The Tab” and best pitcher; Beth Arnold, Extra Miles with Class; and Allison Minnich, most RBIs Boys Track – Aaron Balsbaugh, most valuable member; Ryan Ramsey, Aaron Wise and Cameron Kunkle, most improved; Calen Bruner, coach’s award; and Jacob Butsch, sportsmanship Girls Track – Paige

Keller, most valuable member; Dani Marker and Anne Bradﬁeld, most improved; Selma Winkler, coach’s award; Jenelle Agne, sportsmanship; and Brooke Perreira, newcomer Boys Tennis – Voja Tatarevic, most valuable player; and Nathan Haviza, Masen Rich and Dylan Blinn, coach’s award Four Year Award Winners – Heath Marker, boys track; Jenelle Agne, girls track; Kristen Karns, girls track; Paige Keller, girls track; Harmony Kolling, girls track; Jensen Shiverdecker, girls track; Emily Vanhorn, girls track; Haleigh Luce, softball; Ryan Eldridge, baseball; and Bailey Haworth, baseball.

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ARCANUM – To welcome spring, Arcanum Club held a fun-ﬁlled night of Purse Pingo – Bingo with a twist. The winner of each Pingo game received one of the purses on display as the prize. The grand prize of a Coach purse was won by Karen Garbig. The event was held at the Arcanum Historical Society House, which was decorated in spring colors with the purses used as part of the décor. All of the ladies enjoyed the evening, playing the games and visiting with family and

Students are tops in Virtual Web Contest CLAYTON – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) Business Professionals of America (BPA) chapter had four teams of students place in the Top Ten in the National BPA Virtual Web Applications Contest. Students will receive their award at the National BPA Contest this May in Indianapolis, IN. Teams including Darke County students were Team 1 - Taylor Johnson (Huber Heights) and Megan Bailey (Arcanum); and Team 2 – Nathan Scott (Huber Heights); Samuel Shockney (Arcanum); Kyle (Anh) Phu (Huber Heights); Dustin Loomis (Northridge). The event tested the team’s ability to write code and incorporate database interactivity. Team’s that qualiﬁed had to present their work on a videoconfernce to a panel of judges. The ten teams with the highest cumulative technical and presentation scores were invited to attend

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the National Leadership Conference and will be recognized for their outstanding efforts and participate in a software engineering forum for all participants and advisors. The Game Progrmaming and Web Application class is part of the Computer Technology Academy at MVCTC. Students in this program spend their junior year learning core Information Technology concepts in Data Analytics, Game Programming & Web Applications, Automated Technologies, and Computer Repair & Technical Support. Their senior year is spent specializing in one of these areas. The students that study Game Programming and Web Applications their senior year learn to create software applications, computer games, and interactive web applications using programming code and specialized software. For more information about MVCTC, visit www.mvctc.com.

friends. Thanks to Bruce Shank who was the caller and master of the night. Also, thanks to all the guests for sharing their night and to the club members who did a great job planning and helping make this night a “wow” event. The club’s April meeting will be lunch at Montage and then a visit to Miller’s Flowers. They are looking forward to both. (Submitted by Corresponding Secretary Anita Troutwine, Arcanum Garden Club.)

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DIAMOND CLUB DONATION

VERSAILLES – The Versailles Poultry Days Committee recently gave a donation to the Diamond Club. Shown are Brian Henry, Brian Pearson, Jacob and Mike Poling, Diamond Club, Shawn Peters 2014 Festival Chairman, Jeff Lyme and Kevin Kissinger.

STUDENTS SERVE LUNCH

PITSBURG – The Franklin Monroe Student Council helped prepare, serve and clean up for lunch at the Grace Resurrection soup kitchen on April 2. The following members were present, Alexis Hartzell, Allyson Manning, Hannah Staton as well as the students pictured, Haley Robinson, Carrie Baker and Morgan Bingham.

Municipal Court report GREENVILLE – Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, reported on the case statistics of the court for May 2014. There were 579 new cases ﬁled in the Darke County Municipal Court in May 2014. The breakdown of these cases include: 89 criminal, 17 O.M.V.I., 342 other

trafﬁc and 131 civil cases. There were 514 cases terminated/disposed of in May 2014. For more information, contact Judge Julie L. Monnin, Darke County Municipal Court, Darke County Courthouse, 504 South Broadway, Suite 7, Greenville, OH 45331. Telephone 547-7340.

Dean’s List

GREENVILLE – Kelly Martin of Greenville has been named to the Spring 2014 Dean’s List at Muskingum University in New Concord.

ROSSBURG – Lauren Rindler has been named to the Dean’s List at Ohio Dominican University for the 2014 Spring Semester.

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Premier and Wayne offer expanded Telestroke Network GREENVILLE – In cooperation with Wayne HealthCare, Premier Health is expanding its Telestroke Network into Greenville to quickly diagnose patients who are exhibiting signs of a stroke. With the implementation of the Telestroke Network, a stroke patient arriving at the Wayne HealthCare emergency center can be examined via a computer linked to one of six on-call stroke specialists practicing at Premier Health any time of the day or night. The telemedicine system is already in place at all Premier Health emergency departments. The Premier Health hospitals were the ﬁrst in the Dayton area to introduce telemedicine to treat stroke patients. “As a rural healthcare facility, it is imperative that we provide immediate treatment after a stroke occurs to maximize rehabilitation and recovery for patients,” said Kim Freeman, vice president of patient services at Wayne HealthCare. Dawn Sweet, director of critical care services at Wayne HealthCare has been inﬂuential with leading this process at Wayne

HealthCare. In addition, Sweet said, “The virtual exam through the Telestroke Network will help expedite the process of being assessed by an expert neurologist who can order appropriate treatment from their location within a Premier Health facility. Our nurses and clinical staff have completed in-depth training and skills assessment for stroke certiﬁcation programs, based on the National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale standards and are excited about the opportunity to add this service for our patients and community.” The Premier Health Telestroke Network uses a rolling cart outﬁtted with a computer, video monitor, camera and audio system to connect the on-call stroke specialist with the patient. When a stroke patient arrives at the emergency department, the system is wheeled to the patient’s bedside. A staff member from the emergency center contacts the remote on-call stroke specialist from one of the Premier hospitals. The specialist logs onto a computer and then can have two-

way audio and video communication with, the emergency physician, the nurse, patient and family members. The specialist can “see” the patient, ask questions and view CT scans - all in real-time - to help assess the patient’s condition and help the emergency physician determine if the patient is a candidate for acute stroke therapy. This technology dramatically increases the number of patients who can receive clot dissolving medication. This medicine is only effective within the ﬁrst few hours after the stroke onset. Rapid administration can minimize the damage to the brain. Dr. Jacob Kitchener, a Premier Health neurointerventional specialist who will be one of the physicians on-call for the telemedicine program, says the beneﬁt this technology brings to patients is tremendous. “Tele-

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VERSAILLES – The Versailles Poultry Days Committee recently gave a donation to Versailles ACME Baseball. Shown are Brian Henry, Brian Pearson, Jason Hemmelgarn ACME, Shawn Peters 2014 Festival Chairman, Jeff Lyme and Kevin Kissinger.

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