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Last chance to vote

Votes are still being cast in Ohio and Kentucky for the 2010 Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year and there’s not much time to add yours. Go online to www.nky.com/ preps and find the yellow and green Community Recorder Sportsman of the Year icon on the righthand side of the page. Find your ballot by newspaper and vote as often as you like through midnight Thursday, June 10. On the ballot for the Sportsman of the Year: Ricky Buckler, Bellevue; Cody Collins, Newport; Austin Collinsworth, Highlands; DeMarkco Foster, Newport; Ryan Hahn, Highlands; Grant Pangallo, Newport Central Catholic; Jacob Rieger, Bishop Brossart; Robbie Scharold, Campbell County Sportswoman of the Year candidates are: Megan Arnzen, Bellevue; C.C. Centers, Dayton; Allison Dilts, Dayton; Anne Marie Dumaine, Campbell County; Lindsay Griffith, Bishop Brossart; Natalie Penrod, Campbell County; Sammy Powell, Dayton; Casey Reinhardt, Campbell County; Courtney Sandfoss, Newport Central Catholic.

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Judge orders recount of primary

By Paul McKibben pmckibben@nky.com

Boone Circuit Judge James R. Schrand granted Boone County Commissioner Cathy Flaig’s request for a recount of the May 18 Republican primary election for judge-executive that she lost to incumbent Gary Moore. Schrand’s order covers both types of voting machines that were used during the election. With eScan machines, voters filled in a box next to each candidate’s name on a paper ballot and then placed that ballot into the machine. The computerized eSlate machines are mainly for voters with disabilities and voters don’t use paper ballots. Under Schrand’s order: • a manual recount of paper ballots from the eScan machines will occur. Schrand will appoint three independent commissioners for the review and recounting of the paper ballots. • three technicians from voting machine vendor Harp Enterprises Inc. will retrieve voting information from the eSlate machines

The judge’s order covers both types of voting machines that were used during the election. With eScan, voters filled in a box next to each candidate’s name on a paper ballot. The computerized eSlate machines are mainly for voters with disabilities and voters don’t use paper ballots. • Boone Circuit Court Clerk Dianne Murray was to take possession of the voting machines, ballots, boxes and all papers pertaining to the election. Either Murray or her deputy will be present during the recount. No date has been set for the recount or a location set. That will happen once Flaig posts a bond. She has to pay for the recount. Totals from election night showed Flaig losing by 74 votes with 12,146 total being cast for that office. She asked for a recanvass. The Boone County Board of Elections conducted the recanvass on May 27. That’s where voting machine paper tapes were checked. The process produced the same result as election night. Flaig asked the court for the recount the next day after the recanvass.

By Paul McKibben pmckibben@nky.com

A stage budget is quickly approaching and it will cost schools. A budget passed the Senate and the House and awaits Gov. Steve Beshear’s signature. As part of the pending budget, schools would be required to run 177 days a year, but the state would only fund 176 days – requiring districts to fund the additional day on their own. SCHOOLS, A5

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The cost of the recount is an estimated $6,000, according to the order. But it said the court will review and approve the final expenditures. Schrand’s ruling on June 4 came a day after he conducted a hearing at the Boone County Justice Center. Boone County Clerk Rena Ping and Bobby Gantley of Harp Enterprises Inc. testified. Ping serves as chairwoman of the Boone County Board of Elections. Ping said Markesbery Moving probably would charge at least $1,500 to move voting machines from her office to the circuit court clerk’s office. The order doesn’t address the cost of moving the machines. Gantley testified it would take three technicians one to two days to retrieve information from the eSlate machines, Schrand’s order

said. Flaig is to notify the court if she does not want Harp to get information from eSlate machines that weren’t used, the order said. It said Harp technicians are not required to count the paper ballots in the eScan machines. Flaig and Moore attended the hearing but did not testify. Flaig has also asked for a contest of the election. Schrand’s order said the parties have agreed that the deadlines for filing responses to that are stayed pending the recount. After the hearing, Moore told reporters he was not concerned about a contest of the election being done. “I have faith in the election process and the good people of Boone County cast their votes,” he said. “And we’re ready just to move forward with leading Boone County like we have for the last 12 years.” Duane Skavdahl, Flaig’s attorney, told reporters a contest of the election could mean a lot of things but he didn’t want to speculate. “We merely want the votes recounted to make sure they’re accurate,” he said.

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Happy graduates

Eighteen-year-old Hannah Wallace of Florence adjusts the hat of Adam Leite, 17, of Florence before they graduate from Boone County High School June 2.

Transportation legislation the Kentucky General Assembly passed May 29 contains more than $60 million for road projects in Boone County during the next two fiscal years. “With the tremendous growth our county is experiencing and the role we play in the regional economy, I made it clear that some of (the) local projects were not only necessary but absolutely critical,” state Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, said in a statement. Money allocated for fiscal years 2011 and 2012 includes: • $26.12 million for widening and reconstruction of Camp Ernst Road (Ky. 237) from Woodcreek Drive to Burlington Pike (Ky. 18) • $25.18 million to rebuild the Richwood Road interchange at Interstate 71/75 • $6.42 million for reconstruction of the Mount Zion Road interchange at Interstate 71/75 • $2.5 million for the proposed new South Airfield Road near the

“With the tremendous growth our county is experiencing and the role we play in the regional economy, I made it clear that some of (the) local projects were not only necessary but absolutely critical.”

John Schickel State Senator, R-Union

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airpor • $500,000 for a new loop road around Gateway Community & Technical College’s Boone County campus off Mount Zion Road “I am extremely pleased that three of our major projects are now assured funding,” Boone County Judge-executive Gary Moore said in an e-mail. “The I-75/Richwood exit reconstruction, the Camp Ernst Road/Ky.18 reconstruction and the new South Airport Road projects will move forward.” The legislation is House Bill 4.

Florence City Council cutting 911 funding By Justin B. Duke jbduke@nky.com

Florence is moving forward with a budget that only supplies the Boone County Public Safety Communications Center with half of its request. Every year the communications center presents a budget request to Florence City Council, and this year they asked for $602,501. Florence council members complained that Florence residents are double paying for PSCC

service, while the rest of the county only pays once. In the past, Florence would pay 25 percent of the PSCC’s intergovernmental revenues and the county covered the other 75 percent. Florence had asked the PSCC to remedy the funding inequity for three years with no progress. To pressure the PSCC to come up with a solution, Florence decided to only give half of the requested amount. “It’s put more emphasis on it,” said Jim Staverman, PSCC director.

A committee comprised of elected officials from Florence and the Boone County Fiscal Court, residents, business owners and members of the fire protection district boards was formed to come up with a new funding mechanism. “We feel pretty confident,” Staverman said. Like Florence council, Staverman is hoping to get the issue resolved as quickly as possible. He agrees with Florence’s complaint, but a solution hasn’t been possible yet, he said.

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If significant progress is made, Florence may revisit the funding request and give the PSCC the rest of its request in the December budget amendment, said Mayor Diane Whalen. Because there’s a good chance the rest of the funding will come, there’s no need to panic at the PSCC, Staverman said. “Initially it won’t have a huge impact,” he said. Florence council is scheduled to vote on the first of two readings on the budget Tuesday, June 8.

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Florence to file suit against neighborhood eyesore By Justin B. Duke jbduke@nky.com

A neighborhood eyesore may be going to court. The city of Florence is preparing to file suit against Terry Eibeck, the owner of the house at 11 Ann St. Since 2006, the property has received 14 citations for issues including from high grass and weeds, debris in the yard and fences in disrepair. In Florence, code enforcement violations are fined $25 a day until the property owner contacts the office. Eibeck has yet to make contact with the city,

racking up $48,207 in fines through June 1. The city has sent certified letters to Eibeck, who lives in Falmouth, and he signed to receive them, and heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kept up with paying property taxes. City Council will vote June 8 to move forward with a civil suit against Eibeck that would require him to pay all his fines, which continue to grow by the day, and force him to sell the property. The civil suit wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be needed if Eibeck would contact the code enforcement office, said Mayor Diane

Whalen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re more than happy to work with property owners,â&#x20AC;? Whalen said. The house has been vacant for years and continues to get worse, said Jim Johnson, chairman of the code enforcement board. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fair to the neighbors at all; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a disgrace,â&#x20AC;? said Vice Mayor Ted Bushelman. The four-year process could have been taken care of quicker, but it was an issue the code enforcement board has never faced and they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sure how to handle it, Johnson said.

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Florence City Council will likely move to file suit against Terry Eibeck because his house at 11 Ann St. has four years of citations filed against it. With the process figured out, the city will look to move forward with the suit

to help the surrounding property owners, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What you do to your

property affects the values of the properties around you,â&#x20AC;? Johnson said.

Rave Motion Pictures buys Cinema de Lux Your Community Recorder newspaper serving Florence

By Kellie Geist and Justin B. Duke

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The Florence Cinema de Lux is getting a new name and a hopeful future thanks to Rave Motion Pictures, which purchased the cinema last December.

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While the purchase was made late last year, Rave Motion Pictures decided to wait until after the holiday season to make any changes. The cinema already has switched to Coke products and offers some of Raveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s features including free refills on large sodas and popcorn, said Jeremy Devine, vice president of marketing for Rave Motion Pictures. The company now is working to put the Rave name on the theater. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With the holiday season, we didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to make any major changes.

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We started the transition in January ... We wanted to create some continuity,â&#x20AC;? he said. Rave Motion Pictures also purchased the Showcase Cinemas in Milford, the 14-screen cinema in Western Hills and the 12-screen cinema in Kings. They already own a cinema in West Chester. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Last year National Amusements decided to put many of their theaters up for sale,â&#x20AC;? Devine said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;That became a huge opportunity for Rave and these (the four in Cincinnati) are very good theaters.â&#x20AC;?

Rave Motion Pictures also bought 28 other National Amusements theaters around the country. Devine said Rave Motion Pictures is committed to improving the quality of their theaters in the future, including changing to digital screens and offering 3-D movies. More immediately, Rave will be offering local families a way to escape the heat this summer. The Florence cinema will have free summer kids movies. These movies will be at 10 a.m. every Tuesday and Wednesday in June and July.

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Florence secretary wins award By Justin B. Duke jbduke@nky.com

An unseen member of the Florence Police Department is getting her fanfare. Peggy Kallenborn, Florence Police Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administrative secretary, was named Administrative Professional of the Year by the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I almost fell off the chair,â&#x20AC;? Kallenborn said. Kallenborn has worked

for the department for 17 years. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top notch. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come any better,â&#x20AC;? said Chief Tom Szurlinski. Along with handling administrative duties, Kallenborn makes appearances as the Easter Bunny and a clown at Halloween. Along with the fun tasks, Kallenborn also steps into the tough position of comforting children who are brought into the department after traumatic situations.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;She takes the time to sit down and talk to the kids,â&#x20AC;? Szurlinski said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enjoy people,â&#x20AC;? Kallenborn said. Kallenborn said she enjoys going to work every day, and her co-workers can tell. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She comes in every morning, and sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smiling,â&#x20AC;? Szurlinski said. While officers are the public face of the department, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to forget how important staff are, he said.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;She never hesitates to step in when needed,â&#x20AC;? Szurlinski said. Winning the award came as a shock to Kallenborn because of how many nominees there were. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a big pool of people,â&#x20AC;? Kallenborn said. Kallenborn stood out among the competition because of how the department depends on her, Szurlinski said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of the lifebloods of the department,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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Peggy Kallenborn, Florence Police Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administrative secretary, was named Administrative Professional of the Year by the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce.

BRIEFLY BCHS alumni to host fundraiser

The Boone County High School alumni will be having a fundraiser at Max and Ermaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in Crestview Hills June 14. The alumni will be raising money to fund its three scholarships. The alumni will receive 20 percent of the sales that day. For more information, call Brenda Sparks at 859-3718718.

Ryle dance team hosting camp

The Ryle Raiderette Dance Team is hosting a summer dance camp for grades kindergarten through eighth grade. The camp will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, June 11, at Ryle High School and includes an exhibition performance at 2:30 p.m. The camp costs $60. To sign up contact Robin Hatfield at 859-384-8020.

Summer reading program starts

The Boone County Public Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer reading program began June 1. Reading logs for children and teens and tickets for adults are available at the libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s six locations. Children and teens are able to earn a free book and other prizes by recording how much time they read or are read to by another person. Adults can complete a ticket each time an audiobook is listened to, a book is read, a CD listened to or a movie viewed. Reading logs are due Aug. 9 to be eligible for prize drawings. Each adult ticket returned is a chance to win monthly drawings for library book bags and mugs. Adult tickets returned by

Aug. 31 will be entered in an end-of-the-summer drawing for a nook e-book reader and Barnes & Noble gift certificates. Barnes & Noble is sponsoring the adult summer reading program. The reading logs and tickets are also available at www.bcpl.org. Adult reading tickets earn library bucks that can be used to pay fines and be used at library book sales.

DAR discusses Flag Day

The Boone County Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution will hold its June meeting and program at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 12, at the main facility of the Boone County Public Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington. The program will focus on the importance of Flag Day. The DAR will also honor two members for their many years of service to the society. All members and prospective members are encouraged to attend. For information on the June meeting and program contact Marjorie Thompson 859-689-7474 or Pat Yannarella 859-371-0446.

East Bend Baptist has Bible school

East Bend Baptist Church hosts its vacation Bible school 6:30-9 p.m. June 28 to July 2 at the church, 12246 Lower River Road, Union.

PVA will inspect

The Boone County Property Valuation Administratorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office will inspect properties in rural Union areas, rural Verona areas, Miller Place,

338 subdivision, Palmer Estates, Riverview, Huey subdivision, Ryle subdivision and the Sunset Ridge subdivision during the week of June 14. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be alarmed if you see staff members in these areas. They will be in a marked vehicle and have identification available upon request. If you have questions, contact Boone County PVA Cindy Rich at cindy.rich @boonecountyky.org.

Sassin, 52, was shot once and was taken to University Hospital. Police said the couple was alone in the house and they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t looking for any other suspects. They did not release other details. The wife called a relative after being shot at 3:10 p.m.

in the 700 block of Plum Tree Lane of the Cherry Hill subdivision, Boone County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Department spokesman Tom Scheben said. The relative then called 911. Another relative arrived at the home before authorities and kicked in the front door, Scheben

said. While investigators wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give details of what they think happened, Scheben said he wanted neighbors to know that investigators didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think anyone else was involved in the shooting. Kentucky News Service

Help clean up riverbanks

The 2010 Ohio River Sweep is 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 19, at several locations in Boone County. The spots are: â&#x20AC;˘ Lower River Road at the Rabbit Hash General Store â&#x20AC;˘ Petersburg boat dock â&#x20AC;˘ Booneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Landing, Union â&#x20AC;˘ Giles-Conrad Park, Hebron â&#x20AC;˘ Second Street in Belleview next to Kelly Elementary. Also, Duke Energy employees will be cleaning at the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s East Bend Station. The Duke site is only for its workers. Trash bags, T-shirts, gloves, food and drinks are provided. To volunteer call 859-334-3629 or e-mail Kelly Chapman of Boone Public Works at kchapman@boone countyky.org.

Man shot in home

A man was shot to death and his wife wounded in their house in Erlanger on June 5. The Boone County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office said Donald Sassin, 54, suffered a single gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at St. Elizabeth Florence. His wife, Pamela

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Chalk festival winners named Community Recorder The following are winners from this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Burlington Sidewalk Chalk Festival on May 22.

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â&#x20AC;˘ First place: Julie Harwood, Burlington â&#x20AC;˘ Second place: Buck Turner, Burlington â&#x20AC;˘ Third place: Christina Aylor, Union

Ryle High School student Sam Lutes won first place in the high school category of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Burlington Sidewalk Chalk Festival.

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â&#x20AC;˘ First place: Sam Lutes, Union, Ryle High School â&#x20AC;˘ Second place: Harlee Hornsby, Florence, Ryle High School â&#x20AC;˘ Third place: Katelyn Stenger, Burlington, Notre Dame Academy

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â&#x20AC;˘ Stephens Elementary, Burlington, art teacher Julie Harwood

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the advanced division received money ($700 for first, $500 for second and $200 for third). Everyone in all categories received a certificate of participation. Viewers Choice winners in the high school and advanced division categories received a box of pastels and a gift certificate to Hobby Lobby. The Viewers Choice winner in the elementary group received a coney party from Gold Star Chili.

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State may cut day of school funding

By Justin B. Duke jbduke@nky.com

would only fund 176 days – requiring districts to fund the additional day on their own. “The state is trying to shift more and more of their responsibility of school funding to the local level,” said Walton-Verona Schools Superintendent Bill Boyle. The skipped day of school funding adds to the growing list of unfunded mandates the state requires of school districts, said

Boone County Schools Superintendent Randy Poe. “Education in Kentucky is supposed to be a state obligation,” Poe said. The funding cut is not paired with any reductions in what the state expects districts to do, he said. “There’s got to be a reduction in services,” Poe said. The cost of running a day of school is around $600,000 for

Boone County Schools and $35,000 for Walton-Verona Schools. That money will likely come out of the district’s contingency fund, Poe said. To help cover the cost, outgoing teachers will likely not be fully replaced, he said. “We’re projecting 500 new students next year,” Poe said. The funding cut would be even

more difficult for Boone County Schools because a new elementary school is opening in August, he said. “Our costs of operation will be increasing,” Poe said. State funding cuts also put districts in a bad light locally as they may have to raise property tax rates to cover the funding the state isn’t giving for the mandates it requires, he said.

Conner students make roller coasters By Justin B. Duke jbduke@nky.com

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Erin Roach’s third-grade class from Florence Elementary School won a visit to a Cincinnati Reds game for their reading accomplishments.

Amusement parks will never be the same for a group of middleschoolers. Students at Conner Middle School competed in the roller coaster building contest for Kings Island’s Math and Science Day. “We want to give kids an opportunity to apply (what they learn),” said teacher Beth Kamradt. As part of the competition, three teams of students created computer models of roller coasters using their knowledge of physics to create a ride that would be both enjoyable and safe. After completing a satisfactory computer model, the teams had to construct scale models of their rides in a 24 inch by 24 inch square. “That brings in the math skills,” Kamradt said. None of the three teams won the contest, but Conner Middle

School represented three of the 17 entries, she said. “I was really proud of them because it was scientifically sound, and the math was good,” Kamradt said. The contest has changed the way students think about roller coasters and has 12- and 13-yearold students thinking about Newton’s Laws, she said. “When they get on roller coasters, they’re looking for how they’re connected,” Kamradt said. The roller coaster program at Conner stems from the school’s science extension program for gifted students. “We’re really interested in investing in our science program,” Kamradt said. Along with the contest, they also held an in-school science fair where students got to try skills like building rockets. “These are things that don’t work well in a typical classroom,” Kamradt said.

Boone students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships Jonathan Brigham and Lee Pinkston, seniors at Larry A. Ryle High School, are both 2010 recipients of a $1,000 Boone County Farm Bureau Scholarship. Julie Rehkamp, a senior at Boone County High School, is the recipient of a $1,000 Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation Scholarship, and Anna Faine, a non-traditional student at the University of Cincinnati, is the recipient of the

$1,000 Boone County Farm Bureau Todd Ryan Memorial Scholarship. These grants are four of the 72 college scholarships worth a total of $107,300 that the Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation awarded this year to deserving students from across the commonwealth. After graduating, Brigham plans to attend the University of Kentucky to major in pre-medicine

and biology and become a cardiothoracic surgeon. He is the son of John and LaTanya Brigham of Walton. Pinkston plans to attend UK to major in business management and pursue a career as a business manager or a lawyer. He is the son of Jeff and Jeanine Pinkston of Union. Rehkamp plans to attend Murray State University to major and

pursue a career in elementary education. She is the daughter of William and Geralyn Rehkamp. Faine is currently enrolled at the University of Cincinnati and pursuing a degree in international business. The scholarships, offered annually, are awarded to recipients who display the greatest levels of academic excellence, involvement in extracurricular

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Competition showcases talent U.S. Rep. Geoff Davis announced that a record-breaking 103 high school students from Kentucky’s Fourth Congressional District submitted artwork for the 2010 Congressional Art Competition. The students’ art work was on display at the Main Branch of the Boone County Public Library in Burlington. Five high school students from the Fourth District won awards in the 2010 Congressional Art Competition. The piece by the first-place winner, Kyle Stewart, a senior at Holy Cross High School, will be hung in the U.S. Capitol for millions of visitors to see over the next year. Stewart’s art work will be on

display in the corridor connecting the U.S. Capitol Building to the House Office Buildings. He will receive two tickets to fly to D.C. and attend a reception in his honor along with other art contest winners from congressional districts throughout the country. In addition, Stewart won a scholarship to the Savannah College of Art and Design that will help with the development of his artistic abilities. Students, parents and art teachers who would like to learn more about the Congressional Art Competition are encouraged to contact the Fort Mitchell District Office at 859-426-0080. Or go to the website at http://geoffdavis.house.gov/kids/ art.htm.

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School bus driver has new joke book joke books for kids. Both books are 96 pages filled with pictures and jokes that kids love. Younger children also love to color the pictures. His first published book was called “Jokes From The School Bus.” His second book is simply called “A Joke Book For Kids.” Kids love to tell jokes, and they’re always looking for funny joke books. Harwood believes laughing and joking are very powerful, and can help children through tough times. A book such as “A Joke Book For Kids” can also encourage even poor readers to enjoy reading and do well in school. To learn more, visit www.bbotw.com.

If you spend a lifetime with kids, you are bound to learn more and more about them as you mature and are more capable of understanding what you experience. Kids are like little learning sponges. They are so eager to soak up every new and exciting life experience they encounter. Jerry Harwood has lived, worked and joked with elementary school children for nearly 40 years. He’s a retired teacher, a school bus driver and a published author. Since it is his contention that children learn from their play and are always looking to have fun, it seemed only natural that his books would be funny

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Rebels play in state baseball tourney Monday By James Weber jweber@nky.com

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Boone County’s Cameron Schwartz (4), pitcher Doug Teegarden (11) and Jackson Laumann (25) celebrate after beating Dixie Heights in the Ninth Region final June 5 at Champion Window Field.

State Baseball schedule

All at Applebee’s Park Lexington. Monday, June 14: 11 a.m., Pikeville vs. Perry Co. Central/Powell Co.; 1:30 p.m., Central Hardin vs. Fleming Co./Greenup Co.; 6 p.m., Shelby Co. vs. West Jessamine; 8:30 p.m., Boone Co. vs. Butler. Tuesday, June 15: 11 a.m., Hopkinsville vs. Daviess Co.; 1:30 p.m., Male vs. Warren Central; 6 p.m., Lone Oak vs. Lexington Christian; 8:30 p.m., Harrison Co. vs. Clay Co. Wednesday, June 16: Monday winners, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 17: Tuesday winners, 6 and 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 18: Semifinals - 6 p.m., Wednesday winners; 8:30 p.m., Thursday winners. Saturday, June 19: Final, 7 p.m.

For the first time since 2003, Boone County High School is in the state baseball tournament. Boone will play Region 6 champ Butler (25-12) 8:30 p.m. Monday, June 14, at Applebee’s Park in Lexington. It is the first round of the 16-team state tournament, which is in the first year of its new format that mirrors the basketball and volleyball tourneys. Region champions are paired together by random draw. The winner plays either Shelby County or West Jessamine at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 16. The semis begin at 6 p.m. Friday, June 18. The final is 7 p.m. Saturday, June 19. Boone reached the quarterfinals in 2003 under the old format, qualifying to play in Lexington after a three-game series in the round of 16. The Rebels advanced with a 3-1 win over Dixie

Boone County players celebrate with their regional championship trophy. Heights in the Ninth Region final June 5. Sophomore Doug Teegarden pitched a completegame, four hitter and drove in the team’s third run of the game in the sixth. He

was named tournament MVP. Justin Carzoli drove in Jacob McGaha with the eventual winning run in the fifth inning. Nate Alford had a hit and scored two runs.

Raiders rout Cougars for regional softball title By James Weber jweber@nky.com

The first three softball meetings between Ryle and Conner high schools offered no patterns. They split runaway wins the first two games, then Ryle posted a tense 1-0 win in the 33rd District final, leaving predictions hard to come by as they met for a fourth winner-take-all contest. Ryle took all the marbles as the Raiders ran away with an 8-1 win in the Ninth Region final June 5 at NKU. Ryle returns to the state tournament for the fifth time in six years. The Raiders will play Pleasure Ridge Park,

the Region 6 champ, Friday morning in Owensboro to start the double-elimination tournament. The county and district rivals were meeting in the regional final for the fourth straight year. In this one, seventhgrade pitcher Haylee Smith gave up one run in the first inning against Conner, but shut out the Cougars the rest of the way on six hits. “Haylee’s got that special demeanor you usually don’t see in 13-year-olds,” said Ryle head coach Patti Oliverio. “The fact she’s got a great team behind her has allowed her to settle in and throw strikes.” Katelyn Williams, the JOSEPH FUQUA II/STAFF

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Cougars’ lone senior, drove in Conner’s lone run in the first inning. Bella Steinle and Jenna Sander drove in two quick runs in the first inning to put Ryle on top, 2-1. Cassie Hamilton homered to lead off the fourth, opening the way for a four-run Ryle inning which made it 6-1. Hamilton had two hits, as did Steinle and Kate Rouse. Senior Alex Smith, the lone senior in the start-

ing lineup, had three hits. Azia Ketron and Alex Smith got their diplomas and tassels earlier that day in Ryle’s graduation ceremony at the school. “It’s an exciting day and a hard day all together,” Ketron said. “I can’t wait. We win, we go to state and that’s what I’ve been waiting for my senior year.” Both rivals nearly had their fourth meeting wiped out before it happened. Conner beat St. Henry 4-

Senior all-stars return to gridiron June 10 By James Weber jweber@nky.com

Bob Schneider will be the honoree at the Northern Kentucky East/West football all-star game. The annual senior allstar contest will take place 7 p.m. Thursday, June 10, at Dixie Heights High School. Admission is $5, $3 for students, with proceeds going to scholarship funds. Schneider retired following last season after 44

years as head coach at Newport Central Catholic. He is the state’s all-time winningest coach. “His 44 years of dedication to (Northern Kentucky) youth and to Kentucky football and baseball may stand forever as the benchmark for high school coaching greatness,” said Holy Cross head coach Bruce Kozerski in a release. Kozerski is the director of the all-star game. “His time includes his strong desire to

Carzoli, Ronald Cotton and Jackson Laumann were other all-tourney picks from Boone County. Head coach Wayne Huff was unavailable for comment.

State softball schedule

The state tourney begins 9 a.m. Central time Friday, June 11, at Jack C. Fisher Park in Owensboro. The state final is at 3 p.m. Saturday, June 12. First-round matchups: Lawrence Co. vs. Shelby Co., Green Co. vs. Reidland, Scott Co. vs. Mercy, Blazer vs. Clark Co., North Laurel vs. Allen Co.Scottsville, Jenkins vs. Somerset, Christian Co. vs. Owensboro Catholic, Ryle vs. Pleasure Ridge Park.

Ryle junior Cassie Hamilton (right) tags out Holy Cross senior Bethany Winter in the third inning of Ryle’s 10-7 win June 4 in the Ninth Region semifinals at NKU.

Ryle pitcher Haylee Smith throws a pitch against Holy Cross June 4. Smith gave up one run to Conner in the regional final.

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teach our young people and has dedicated his life to this honorable task at the highest level of high school English. He has mentored the youth of (Northern Kentucky) and raised the bar for every teacher and coach in the region.” Kozerski said rosters would not be released until closer to game time, but he said it could be the strongest group of players to participate in years.

3 in 11 innings to advance. Conner rallied from a 3-1 deficit with the help of some shaky Crusader defense and base-running. Williams led off the 11th with a single that eventually became the winning run. She also had singled to lead off Conner’s two-run sixth. “She’s a senior,” said Conner head coach Kristin Koors. “She did a great job and stepped up.” Conner, like Ryle, has a seventh-grader on the

mound in Elizabeth Sims. “It’s an awesome feeling being back in the regional championship,” said Koors after the semifinal win. “Just having a seventh-grader who can lead us back to the same spot. We had eight of the nine (starters) returning from last year. They wanted it as bad as last year.” Ryle beat Holy Cross 107, breaking a tie in the seventh inning to advance. Ketron hit a two-out pinch-hit single to give Ryle the lead. She has at least 10 hits in that situation this year, she said. “I’m excited I get to contribute my part to the team,” she said. “You have to go out and attack the ball.” Kate Rouse, Haylee Smith and Bella Steinle represented Ryle on the alltournament team. Williams and KC Straley were Conner’s picks.

BRIEFLY College commitments

Boone County High School senior Katelyn Holpp recently committed to attend The College of Mount St. Joseph and run track and field for the Lions in the spring. Holpp, who ran both cross country and track and field in high school, was on her school’s state qualifying team in the 4x800 meter relay. In addition, Holpp played varsity soccer, and was in the National Honor Society.

Her high school coach was Tim Schlotman. Holpp, who also is expected to run cross country for the Mount in the fall, is the daughter of Myra and Tim Holpp. She is planning on majoring in nursing.

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The St. Henry District High School women’s soccer team is teaming up with junior Sarah Wheeler for a car wash to benefit her mom.

Denise Wheeler has been battling multiple forms of cancer for the past nine years. The car wash will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, June 11, at the Turfway Park parking lot, off Interstate 75, exit 182, in Florence. Local businesses donated goods and supplies. Food and drinks will be for sale. All money raised will go to the Wheeler family for medical expenses and other accumulating bills.

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The Walton girls’ team won four medals, including three relays. Senior Ashley Guevara won three total medals. Boone County senior Shelly Morgan finished sixth in the discus to medal. Conner senior Sean Vandermosten finished seventh in the 3,200 to medal. Cooper senior Michelle Canterna finished second in the long jump to lead a deep Jaguar team at state, including all four relays who qualified. Ryle won two medals. Jeff Huntley was fourth in the boys’ 110 hurdles. Gabby Gonzales was fifth in the girls’ 3,200.

4x400: State champs (3:31.28), Zach MacAdams, Humberto Arrendondo. Brandon Brockman, Ben Hoseus. 4x200: 9th (1:35.18), Humberto Arrendondo, Sam Schmitt, Ben Hoseus, Brandon Brockman. 4x800: 3rd (8:23.77), Zach MacAdams, Trevin Petersen, Ben Hoseus, Jacob McIntyre. 4x100: 13th (46.37), Joe Warren, Sam Schmitt, Garrett Cuzick, Evan Brock. Zach MacAdams: 9th in 110 hurdles (16.96), 8th in 300 hurdles (43.36). Clay Cuzick: 16th in 110 hurdles (17.61). Trevin Petersen: 2nd in 1,600 (4:27.30), 2nd in 800 (2:01.34), 12th in 3,200 (10:41.47). Jacob McIntyre: 4th in 1,600 (4:31.30), 6th in 800 (2:04.35), 5th in 3,200 (10:11.56). Humberto Arrendondo: 13th in 400 (53.19). Ben Hoseus: 12th in 400 (53.14). Brandon Brockman: 8th in 200 (23.70), 3rd in high jump (6-2). Sam Schmitt: 10th in long jump (18-10.75).

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Walton-Verona senior Ben Hoseus runs in W-V’s state championship in the 4x400 relay June 5 at the University of Louisville.

Shelly Morgan: 6th in discus (101-2). 4x200: 14th (1:49.94), Ashley Jutzi, Alexis Funke, Jill Moulton, Alyssa Howard. 4x400: 21st (4:19.87), Katie Holpp, Kaitlyn Abdon, Alyssa Howard, Alexis Funke. Alexis Funke: 19th in 100 hurdles (17.79), 13th in 300 hurdles (49.69). Jill Moulton: 20th in triple jump (32-1.75).

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4x800: 20th (8:57.78), Jonathan Crusham, Joseph Brendel, Ben Turner, Nick Ostertag. Blake Kennedy: 18th in 100 (11.89), 19th in 400 (52.63). Jake Iles: 14th in triple jump (40-10.5).

Cooper boys (3A)

4x800: 16th (8:44.37), Andrew Blank, Joseph Blevins, Jacob Brandel, Mason Replogle. 4x400: 15th (3:34.04), Jordan Walker, Joseph Blevins, Nick Ballinger, Mason Hutchinson. Tommy Earsing: 20th in 110 hurdles (17.17). Leighanne Schmoll: 17th in 100 hurdles (17.53). Mason Hutchinson: 12th in 400 (51.51).

Cooper girls (3A)

4x800: 10th (10:24.05), Carly Kane, Nikki Phillips, Dawn Patton, Kelsey Gregory. 4x200: 20th (1:54.11), Jordan Hauck, Carly Kane, Kelsey Gregory, Michelle Canterna. 4x100: 14th (51.82), Jordan Hauck, Brandy Deaton, Michelle Canterna, Carly Kane. 4x400: 9th (4:12.17), Jordan Hauck, Carly Kane, Dawn Patton, Kelsey Gregory. Michelle Canterna: 10th in 100 (13.11), 2nd in long jump (17-8.5). Hannah Held: 9th in high jump (4-10). Brandy Deaton: 15th in high jump (4-8).

Ryle boys (3A)

4x800: 21st (8:58.48), Takahiro Fueta, Caleb Culbertson, Hugo Galan, Michael Edwards. Jeff Huntley: 4th in 110 hurdles (15.57). Erik Pederson: 14th in 110 hurdles (16.56). Kiefer Eubank: 16th in long jump (19-4). Tanner McConvey: pole vault (no height).

Ryle girls (3A)

4x800: 22nd (10:55.68), Jacqueline Jones, Lexi Robinson, Katie Sullivan, Amanda Williams. 4x200: 15th (1:50.34), Katlyn Stephens, Katie Elkins, Adria Hearn, Allie Pennington. 4x100: 11th (51.28), Olivia McGregor, Adria Hearn, Katlyn Stephens, Katie Elkins. 4x400: 18th (4:17.14), Meredith Johnson, Ashley Howe, Lexi Robinson, Katlyn Stephens. Gabby Gonzales: 9th in 1,600 (5:26.37), 5th in 3,200 (11:31.77). Lauren Wetenkamp: 18th in 100 hurdles (17.78), 14th in triple jump (32-9.75). Scooby Williams: 14th in discus (91-11). Emily Gonzales: 16th in 3,200 (12:26.21). Sam McKeough: pole vault (no height). Katlyn Stephens: 21st in 300 hurdles (51.65). Ashley Howe: 9th in high jump (4-10). Kendall Gardt: 22nd in high jump (4-8).

Bessler, 4x800 repeat as state champs By James Weber jweber@nky.com

While not the pole vault, the high jump can be a high-wire act. St. Henry District High School senior Ben Bessler added another thrilling finish to his high-jump career as he finished it with a three-peat at the state meet. Bessler won his third straight state title in the event in the Class 1A meet June 5 at the University of Louisville. After having to win a jumpoff last year, Bessler’s win this year was almost as dramatic. He cleared 6-foot-4 on his third and last attempt to clinch it. He also had gone to the third try at 6-2 to stay alive. Six jumpers failed at 6-4. “I was nervous at 6-4, because if I had missed my third try I would have got seventh or eighth,” he said. “But I made it. I was a little nervous because it was the last time I would have a chance to win a state title, but I came out and gave it

my all.” Bessler has been part of St. Henry’s state champion cross country teams as well as the basketball and boys’ volleyball teams. He will attend the University of Louisville this fall. “I love the competition,” he said. “I’ve been jumping with most of these guys for three years now. I’ve gotten to know them and enjoy seeing them do better than last time.” St. Henry won both 4x800 relays in dramatic finishes. The girls team won by 0.35 seconds with Taylor Gamm, Marissa Vujnovich, Ashley Svec and Lindsey Hinken. Vujnovich, a senior, won the battle to the line with Lexington Christian. The Crusaders won that event for the fifth straight year and seventh in the last eight. The boys team won by just 0.14 seconds over Bardstown with Ryan Anderson, Nathan Mark, Cameron Rohmann and Zach Haacke. Rohmann edged out

Bardstown at the line. Both Crusader teams fell short of the big prize of the overall team title. The boys’ team was in second place with 57 points, five short of Fort Campbell. The girls’ team scored 63 to finish second to Newport Central Catholic (70). The boys’ team won 12 total medals. Ross Emerson led with three individual ones. Armand Frigo won two in distance. Justin Ziegler was second in shot put and Zach Haacke eighth in pole vault. The girls’ team won 15 medals. Maria Frigo, running on her future college track, won two including third place in the 800. Abby Felthaus won the maximum four medals, one in a relay. Carly McArtor won one individual. Vujnovich was on all three medal-winning relays. Meghan Helmer and Jennifer Helmer won two medals each. Katie Addler was second in pole vault with Jackie Brockman seventh.

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Cheerleaders clean up litter

On Saturday, May 15, the Boone County High School Cheerleaders participated in the Trash for Cash program. The girls cleaned the Oakbrook area as well as Constitution Drive and many other roads. The cleanup took about four hours. The girls were surprised to see how much litter was on the sides of Zig Zag Road. They also were very sad to see how many dead animals that were on the side of the road. The junior varsity Boone County High School Cheerleaders participated in Trash for Cash on May 22. The cheerleaders cleaned several miles of Weaver Road, Sam

Neace Road and many others. The cheerleaders are proud to make a difference in our community The experience gave the cheerleaders a reality check on how and what litter does to a community. Jenny Robbins Creekside Drive Florence

Spill baby spill

Recently I heard Sarah Palin telling the tea baggers “Obama needs to plug that damn hole.” This is the same person that was screaming drill baby drill at the Republican National Convention when she was the vice presidential nominee for the Republican

Memorial Day an inspiration On May 31 I was privileged to be part of a true Memorial Day celebration. The city of Florence, the Boone County Veterans Association and the Northern Kentucky Chapter 5 Blue Star Mothers of America Inc. joined together to honor veterans from all branches of the military. The parade was great and I have to say the Blue Star Mothers float was outstanding with our big red, white and blue star and the flags of all the military branches and POW/MIA billowing in the breeze. It made its way from Boone County High School to the Florence Government Center with townspeople and friends lining the way. The ceremony that followed was truly awe-inspiring. It honored three present-day heroes from Boone County who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country in the War on Terror, Corp. Christopher “Tyler” Warndorf, Jr., Lance Corp. Adam Daniel Peak and Technical Sgt. Anthony C. Campbell. The three Gold Star Mothers were escorted to the Florence Government Center lawn by an honor guard of US Marine Riders who are ever near to protect and honor the families. Each family was presented with proclamations and citations from the city of Florence, Boone County, the commonwealth of Kentucky and the U.S. Senate. The honors were presented by last year’s honoree, Gunnery Sgt. Brandon Bailey, who, much to our amazement, was resplendent in his full dress uniform and “walking” among us. His progress was an inspiration to all present. We all marveled and were deeply touched by the story written and read by Katelyn Warndorf, sister of Tyler, telling of her experience on hearing of her brother’s death and finding that he still had the first letter she had ever written him. Her moving story was titled, “The Crumpled Piece of Paper.” The Kentucky Chapter 5 Blue Star Mothers ceremoniously laid wreaths at each of the monuments

Party. I think we should submerge her, Beck,and Hannity and stop this leak with their racist rhetoric. It was old oily George W. Bush who deregulated the oil industry that caused this mess. Not Obama. Greed isn’t good. John Bernard Cardinal Way Hebron

Take extra steps

We are a Girl Scout troop of girls ages 10-12. We just completed the Boone County Trash for Cash program and picked up litter off of 5 miles of roadway. We have some interesting things to

share with you. We picked up a lot of beer cans and alcohol bottles, even though you shouldn’t drink and drive. We also picked up a lot of tobacco cans and cigarette containers. We also found millions of cigarette butts. Smokers should be aware that even though the butts may seem small they pollute the water and are litter. We also found lots of fast food trash. If you are eating while driving, please be courteous and find a trash can. Did you know in Boone County litterbugs can be reported by spotters? Thank you to all of you who take the extra steps to keep our Earth clean. Girls Scout Troop 43

What was the best advice your father gave you, and did you follow it? What happened? “As a teenager, I woke up on a Saturday morning not wanting to go to work. My Dad asked me what was wrong and, after I told him, his response was ‘They call it

to honor all those who have lost their lives or are currently POW/MIAs in all wars. They also participated in the ceremony in which the three Peggy Gold Star MothEubanks ers were prewith a Community sented paver brick by Recorder H.B. Deatherage guest and Gunnery columnist Sgt. Bailey. Each Gold Star Mother laid her son’s paver brick in the “Walk of Honor” next to the War on Terror memorial. Each veteran in the audience was asked to come forward as Gary Griesser sang the song representing their branch of service. Each veteran was given a small flag and a token of appreciation from the city. The Army, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force and Marines were honored. And finally, on behalf of the Blue Star Mothers and the U.S. Marine Riders Association, Lorene Friedman, president of the Blue Star Mothers, made a special presentation to a veteran and friend who has done so much to make sure that veterans from Florence, Boone County and veterans everywhere get the recognition they have so dearly earned. Harold “H.B.” Deatherage was presented with a Verdin Veteran’s Bell for his service to those veterans. This is what Memorial Day is all about and I was extremely proud to be part of this celebration of honor and respect to the men and women who have given so much, often like these three young men who gave their lives, so that we can have the freedom to live our lives in the way that we choose. God bless our troops and our veterans. Peggy Eubanks is parliamentarian of Northern Kentucky Chapter 5, Blue Star Mothers of America Inc.

With a budgetary shortfall in excess of $1 billion and possibility of a government shutdown looming closer to becoming a reality, my colleagues and I returned to Frankfort for an extraordinary session to pass the commonwealth’s executive branch biennial budget and six-year road plan. A stark contrast from past budgets, Kentucky’s current twoyear spending plan contained in House Bill 1, approved by a vote of 86-7, totals $17.1 billion. This budget is $1.2 billion less than what was appropriated in the previous biennium. Most state government agencies and programs will see cuts of 3.5 percent in fiscal year 2011 and 4.5 percent in fiscal year 2012. Funding for Medicaid, merit-based KEES scholarships, and per pupil Support Education Excellence in Kentucky funding were protected from budget reductions. General fund supported debt will be limited to $437 million and agency fund debt for universities and other offices will be kept around $515 million. The budget bill preserves two instructional days for public elementary and secondary schools

which the House majority previously sought to eliminate. Under this new budget plan, one of these two school days will be paid by the state with Rep. Sal the other day Santoro covered by local districts. Community school Even though Recorder passage of a guest biennial budget columnist was the paramount issue during this extraordinary session, the governor’s agenda also included calls to pass legislation that would replenish the state’s unemployment insurance fund and authorize a state road plan. The House overwhelmingly approved House Bill 5, a solution to the commonwealth’s depleted unemployment fund. This bill, which is similar to a measure that passed the House in the recent regular session, will return the state’s fund to solvency through raising the taxable wage base that determines how much employers

work for a reason. You don’t wake up and say ‘I’m going to fun today.’ Go to work, don’t be late and work hard.’ Although I didn’t like the answer at the time, it has always stuck with me in everything that I do.” Jim Schaller “My father told me to never trust the mirrors on my car, to

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pay into the fund and requiring interest payments be made to the fund by most local governments. House Bill 4, the commonwealth’s two-year road plan, will provide $3.6 billion for projects through fiscal year 2012, including the structurally questionable bridges at Land Between the Lakes, reauthorization of the Ohio River Bridges Project and road improvements for the Base Realignment and Closure around Fort Knox. Another $100 million in bonds will be used for various road construction projects across the state. House Bill 3, the biennial operating budget for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, was also approved by both chambers. These bills will now go to the governor’s desk for his signature. With the 2010 extraordinary session completed, I will return to Frankfort for monthly committee meetings during the interim. Stay in contact with me through our Legislative Message Line at 1800-372-7181 or via e-mail at sal.santoro@lrc.ky.gov. State Rep. Sal Santoro, R-Florence, is a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives.

Session a good deal for N. Ky. The old saying “You can't see the forest through the trees” is true about the mainstream news reporting on the special session of the Kentucky General Assembly. All we read in the papers was the $60,000 a day it cost taxpayers to have the special session. Here are the facts: By the Senate holding the line and not agreeing to a budget during the regular session, we saved Kentucky taxpayers millions. The old saying you need to “know when to hold 'em, and know when to fold 'em” could not have been more true. Just the interest on the $1 billion worth of borrowing that the House proposed and the Senate refused to go along with would be approximately $1.2 million a day, according to Debra Gabbard with the Budget Office of the Legislative Research Commission. This comes to $365 million a year alone on interest,

compared to the $ 3 0 0 , 0 0 0 ($60,000 a day) the special session cost taxpayers. Do the math. As you can see, it would have been a bad State Sen. deal for the SenJohn ate to go along Schickel with the governor and the Community House leaderRecorder ship, just to guest agree on a budgcolumnist et during the regular session. As it turned out, in the special session, the governor proposed a budget almost identical to the original Senate budget proposed during the regular session, and everything worked out fine. Thank goodness we did not agree

to a bad budget simply to avoid a special session because of pressure from the press as some wanted to do. All along we in the Senate believed you cannot spend, borrow or gamble your way to prosperity and that now is a time for shared sacrifice and government belt-tightening, just like Kentucky families and businesses have been doing for the past three years. Add into that the $160 million Northern Kentucky received in much-needed road funds, and I believe that the special session was truly a good deal for Northern Kentucky taxpayers. State Sen. John Schickel, R-Union, represents the 11th Senate District which includes Boone and Gallatin Counties and part of Kenton County. He welcomes your concerns or comments toll-free at 1-800372-7181 or online at http://www.lrc.ky.gov/Mailform/S011.htm.

always look over my shoulder to verify that a car isn’t in my blindspot. This simple piece of advice, which I've passed on to my children, has saved me from a collision many times.” R.K.

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During our recent election Judge-executive Gary Moore bragged about bringing about 300 jobs to Boone County. Big deal. How many jobs were lost? The airport lost almost 1,000 workers between the airline employees and the employees from the stores and food establishments. Countless other businesses in Boone County have closed. So big deal 300 jobs versus more than 1,000 lost this year alone. Terrie Pullen Westland Drive Burlington

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Greg “Shakey” Shaw, owner of Shakey’s Pub and Grub, says the patrons are his family, along with his dog Buster.

Shakey’s a Florence landmark By Patricia A. Scheyer Community Recorder Contributor

Shakey’s Pub and Grub, located at the corner of U.S. 42 and Ewing Boulevard, has been serving families for nine years now and is more popular than ever. Owner Greg “Shakey” Shaw says the patrons are his family, along with his dog Buster, and Shaw is a well-known face at his establishment. “I went to school in New Orleans for cooking, so most of the food we serve is from my recipes,” said Shaw. “Our fish is terrific, and so are the soups and stews. We have eight cooks, and serve anything from

salads to ribs.” Thirty-two televisions dot the walls, so it is rare to sit and not view a TV. Patrons can also play trivia, darts or the jukebox. Smoke free since last April, Shaw says his business has increased, and he can seat 160 people inside, and an additional 80 outside on the patio in nice weather. “Shakey Shaw has been a friend and a partner in our community for a long time,” said Florence Mayor Diane Whalen. “He is a shining example of what makes Florence a great place to live and play as well!” “I love it here,” said Shaw, and it shows. “I love what I do.”

THINGS TO DO

Freedom fireworks

Enjoy a fireworks show after the Florence Freedom baseball game Friday, June 11, at Champion Window Field. The Florence Freedom will play the Traverse City Beach Bums at 7:05 p.m. Tickets range from $7 to $12. For game and ticket information, visit www.florencefreedom.com or call 859-5944487. Champion Window Field is located at 7950 Freedom Way in Florence.

Learn to fly

The Amazing Portable Circus is providing classes at Newport on the Levee for those wanting to learn how to fly on a trapeze bar like a circus pro. Two-hour classes are being offered for ages 13 and older for $35 to $55 per person. Short classes for children, ages 6 to 12, are avail-

able for $7. The flying trapeze school is open from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursdays and Friday, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 1 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sundays through October. For more information, visit www.amazingportablecircus.com or call 513-9215454.

CD release party

Ellery will be releasing its latest album, “This Isn’t Over Yet,” at a special CD release party at the Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center Friday, June 11, at 8 p.m. The show will also include special guest Denison Witmer. Doors will open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door and $10 in advance. For more information, visit www.thecarnegie.com or call 859-957-1940. The Carnegie is located at 1028 Scott Blvd. in Covington.

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Dakota Webster, 8, of Walton, comes down the slide on his back at the St. Joseph Pigfest last year.

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Mark calendar now for summer festivals

By Patricia A. Scheyer

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The warm weather of summer is here, and with it the promise of good times and fun places to go. Churches in Boone County are glad to help out, providing their yearly festivals, replete with rides, games and lots of good food. St. Joseph Academy in Walton will hold its 20th annual Pigfest 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, June 18, and 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, June 19, on the school campus. Added to the usual attractions at the Pigfest is a car show on Saturday which is free to the public. “We will be having our silent auction, as usual, but this year we will have some baskets that will end on Friday. So technically you can bid and take them home on Friday if you win,” said Nicole Russo, Pigfest chairperson. “Also new this year will be Elk Creek Winery, who will have a booth where you can taste the wine as well as buy the wine.” On Friday there will be air-conditioned bingo, and pulled pork dinners. Saturday will also have the pulled pork dinners, and fried chicken dinners. Rides will be available for the children, and there is plenty of parking at the Kroger across the street, where shuttles will deliver people to the festival. Mary Queen of Heaven parish is on Donaldson Road and is in Boone County although its address is Erlanger. The parish will have its 27th annual festival June 25-27, and will give away a 2010 Jeep Compass, or 15,000 at the end of the weekend. Tickets are available now, but only 2,000 will be sold. Chicken and fish dinners will be served all three days, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. “Sunday we try to do more familyoriented things,” said Jenny Kunst, secretary at the parish. “Rides will be $15 for the whole day, and we will have more games run by the parish people. The theme for the festival this year is ‘Caribbean Party’.” Immaculate Heart of Mary parish in Burlington will hold its annual festival July 9-11. Hours are 6 p.m. to mid-

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Three-year-old Christina Marsh of Erlanger thinks that if one duck is good, two must be even better as she visited the fish pond at the Mary Queen of Heaven festival last year. “We will have live music every night,” said Mary Brady, receptionist for the parish. “And we end the whole thing with fireworks at 10 p.m. on Sunday.” St. Paul’s Church on U.S. 42 in Florence has one of the oldest festivals in the Northern Kentucky area. The church will hold its two-day event July 16-17, and before the festival begins on Saturday, there will be a 4 p.m. Mass. New this year is the news that PATRICIA A. SCHEYER/CONTRIBUTOR the construction is finished, so people Paul Rowe of Walton, who comes to the Pigfest every will not have to work around it this year, enjoys a pork sandwich at last year’s festival. year. “We pour our whole heart and soul into this festival,” said June Cahill, one of the festival chairs. “Our grand prize is $7,000 in cash, and tuition to any Catholic school. Plus, anyone in the area knows about our ‘chicken Charlie’ dinners. We have rides and live music and something for everyone.” St. Timothy in Union holds its festival, Oktoberfest, Sept. 17-19. Although it is late in the season, they have never been rained out entirely. PATRICIA A. SCHEYER/CONTRIBUTOR “We have rides and food and beer,” Jeff Juett, of Union, dishes up a pork sandwich for a said Jennifer Fedders, director of opercustomer at last year’s Pigfest. ations for the parish. “We have live night Friday, 5 p.m. to midnight Satur- entertainment all three days, so come on out and join us!” day and 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. For a great family outing, mark the Bingo will be in the air-conditioned cafeteria this year, and a tasty chicken calendar for one or all of these festidinner will be served on Sunday from vals, which promise a good time for a good cause. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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ART EXHIBITS

Some ‘R Happening!, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Passionate Arts Center, 31-33 W. Pike St., Gallery 31, exhibit; Gallery 33, Art Bar. Summer themes and colorways by more than 30 regional artists. 859-393-8358. Covington.

BENEFITS

Concours d’Elegance Cruisin’ For A Cure Dinner and Live Auction, 7-11 p.m., Drees Pavilion, 790 Park Lane, Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres followed by buffet dinner, entertainment and live auction. Beach theme. Benefits Juvenile Arthritis. Ages 21 and up. $125. Reservations required. Presented by Cincinnati Concours d’Elegance Foundation. 513-321-1951; www.ohioconcours.com. Covington.

FARMERS MARKET

Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Boone County Farmers Market, Ky. 18 and Camp Ernst Road, From apples to zucchini, and everything in between. With perennial plants, there are annuals and hanging baskets for all occasions. Presented by Boone County Cooperative Extension Service. 859-5866101. Burlington. Boone County Farmers Market Florence Satellite, 2-6 p.m., Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, Locally grown and produced food items. Presented by Boone County Cooperative Extension Service. 859-3422665; www.boonecountyfarmersmarket.org. Florence.

MUSEUMS

Creation Museum’s Petting Zoo, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Creation Museum, 2800 Bullittsburg Church Road, Outdoors. Children can touch and feed the animals. Included with admission: $21.95 ages 13-59, $16.95 ages 60 and up, $11.95 ages 5-12; $7 planetarium. 888-582-4253; www.creationmuseum.org. Petersburg.

MUSIC - CONCERTS

Ellery, 8 p.m., Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, 1028 Scott Blvd., “This Isn’t Over Yet” CD Release Performances and 10th Anniversary Party. With Denison Witmer. Doors open 7 p.m. $12, $10 advance. Reservations required. 859-957-1940; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

NATURE

Unusual Trees and Plants Class, 9 a.m., Boone County Arboretum at Central Park, 9190 Camp Ernst Road, Shelter #1. Kris Stone, Arboretum Director, leads walking tour to learn about unusual trees and plants. Registration required. 859-384-4999. Union.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 7:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums, Champion Window Field, 7950 Freedom Way, VIP includes wait service. Lawn available on game day only. Fans must show a lawn chair or blanket at time of purchase. Post-game fireworks show. $10-$12 VIP, $9, $7 lawn. Presented by Florence Freedom Professional Baseball. 859-594-4487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence.

SUMMER CAMP MISCELLANEOUS

Skidaddles Summer Camp, 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Skidaddles Inc., 8660 Bankers St., Explore wonders of nature, walk on the wild side, sports week, snacks, hands-on projects and more. Ages -1-5. $170 for five days, $140 for four days, $115 for three days. Registration required. 859-647-7529; www.skidaddles.com. Florence.

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ART CENTERS & ART MUSEUMS

Impressions, Noon-3 p.m., Carnegie Visual and Performing Arts Center, Exhibit is free. 859-957-1940; www.thecarnegie.com. Covington.

AUDITIONS

Katalyst Talent Agency Open Call, 2-5 p.m., Katalyst, LLC, 525 West Fifth Street, Suite 118, All experience levels seeking representation with Katalyst. First come, first served. Requirements at Web site. Family friendly. Free. 859-581-4555. Covington.

FARMERS MARKET

Northern Kentucky Regional Farmer’s Market, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., MainStrasse Village, Main Street, Promenade. Mushrooms, onions, apples, baked goods, pumpkins, cut flowers and more. Presented by Northern Kentucky Regional Farmer’s Market. 859292-2163. Covington. Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Boone County Farmers Market, 859586-6101. Burlington. Simon Kenton High School Farmer’s Market, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Independence Courthouse, 5272 Madison Pike, Includes local vendors’ produce and products and organic produce grown by Simon Kenton’s Future Farmers of America. Presented by Simon Kenton High School. 859-803-9483. Independence.

FESTIVALS

RoeblingFest, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Roebling Suspension Bridge, Ky. 17, Theme: Lighting the Bridge. Features petting zoo, tricycle and Segway races for adults, moonbounce, cornhole tournament, dunking booth, face painting, farmer’s market, music, karaoke and bag pipers. Concessions. Includes Bridge tours, Riverwalk statue tours, Daniel Beard House tour and art contest held among students from Northern Kentucky schools. Fireworks shortly after nightfall. Free. Presented by Covington-Cincinnati Suspension Bridge Committee. 513-561-1661; www.roeblingbridge.org. Covington.

FOOD & DRINK

Wine Tasting, 2-6 p.m., D.E.P.’s Fine Wine & Spirits Covington, White Burgundy: An international selection of chardonnay. Free. 859291-2550; www.depsfinewine.com. Covington. Wine Tasting, 3-5 p.m., Party Town, 6823 Burlington Pike, Free. 859-371-4466; www.partytownky.com. Florence.

HISTORIC SITES

Dinsmore Homestead, 1-5 p.m., Dinsmore Homestead, 5656 Burlington Pike, 1842 farmhouse and furnishings of the Dinsmore family. Tours begin on the hour; the last tour begins at 4 p.m. Includes gift shop. $5, $3 ages 60 and up, $2 ages 7-17, members and ages 6 and under free. 859-586-6117; www.dinsmorefarm.org. Burlington.

LITERARY - SIGNINGS

Rusty Williams, 11 a.m., Kentucky Haus Artisan Center, 411 E. 10th St., Author discusses and signs “My Old Confederate Home: A Respectable Place for Civil War Veterans.” The story of the Kentucky Confederate Home. 859-261-4287. Newport.

MUSEUMS

Creation Museum’s Petting Zoo, 9:30 a.m.6 p.m., Creation Museum, Included with admission: $21.95 ages 13-59, $16.95 ages 60 and up, $11.95 ages 5-12; $7 planetarium. 888-582-4253; www.creationmuseum.org. Petersburg.

MUSIC - JAZZ

New Sleepcat Band, 7 p.m., Dee Felice Cafe, 859-261-2365; www.deefelice.com. Covington.

MUSIC - ROCK

Corner Pocket, 10 p.m., Peecox, 635 Donaldson Highway, 859-342-7000; www.peecox.com. Erlanger. Bobaflex, 7 p.m., Radiodown, 620 Scott Blvd., With Session 9, Stoning Mary and Hydrashock. 859-291-2233; www.cincyticket.com. Covington.

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RECREATION

Racing to Read 5K Run and Walk, 9 a.m.noon, Mary Ann Mongan Library, 502 Scott Blvd., Race includes awards, free pancake breakfast from First Watch for participants, Kids’ Fun Run, family-friendly activities and appearance by library’s mascot, Booker. $95, for family; $25, single. Registration required, available online. 859-962-4083; www.kentonlibrary.org/race. Covington.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 6:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums, Champion Window Field, $10-$12 VIP, $9, $7 lawn. 859594-4487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence.

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Skidaddles Summer Camp, 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m., Skidaddles Inc., $170 for five days, $140 for four days, $115 for three days. Registration required. 859-647-7529; www.skidaddles.com. Florence. S U N D A Y, J U N E 1 3

FARMERS MARKET Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Boone County Farmers Market, 859586-6101. Burlington. LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Live @ the Library, 2 p.m., Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, Free. Music by the Cincinnati Harpers Robin. 859-342-2665. Florence.

MUSIC - WORLD

The Cincinnati Harpers Robin, 2 p.m., Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, Free. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Florence.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 6:05 p.m. vs. Traverse City Beach Bums, Champion Window Field, $10-$12 VIP, $9, $7 lawn. Family Fun Sunday: Autographs, running the bases and a pre-game parade for kids. 859-5944487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence.

SPORTS-REGISTRATIONS

Sports of All Sorts Mt. Zion, AAU/Competitive Basketball Tournaments, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sports of All Sorts Mt. Zion, 10094 Investment Way, Teams responsible for paying official fees only and each team is guaranteed three games. Referee fees are due at time of registration. Free. Reservations required. 859-372-7754; www.sportsofallsortsky.com. Union.

SUMMER CAMP - VBS

BOOT Camp VBS: Be All God Wants You to Be, 6-8:30 p.m., Petersburg Baptist Church, 6537 Market St., Daily through June 18. Games, snacks, crafts, projects and more as you learn about God through Bible teaching, drama skits and music. Ages -1-5. Free. 859-689-2820; www.petersburgbaptistchurch.org. Petersburg.

SUMMER CAMP - YMCA Teen Adventure Trips, 8 a.m., Camp Ernst, 7615 Camp Ernst Road, COED Teen Trips: Greenbrier River West Virginia Bike. Biking, whitewater rafting and mountain biking. $820; teens entering grades 8-10. Six days and five nights. Daily through June 18. Exploring Little Miami Scenic Bike Trail. Registration required. 859-586-6181; www.myycamp.org. Burlington.

Roeblingfest will take place Saturday, June 12, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the Roebling Suspension Bridge in Covington. The event will feature a petting zoo, tricycle and Segway races for adults, moonbounce, cornhole tournaments, dunking booth, face painting, farmer’s market, music, karaoke, bag pipers and fireworks after nightfall. It is free to attend. For more information, visit www.roblingbridge.org. M O N D A Y, J U N E 1 4

COOKING CLASSES

Cake Decorating, 7 p.m., Lents Branch Library, 3215 Cougar Path, Includes decorating book, icing bags, decorator tips and more. Ages 18 and up. $25. Registration required. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-342-2665. Hebron.

EDUCATION

Internet Mace: Keep Yourself Safe Online, 7 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Learn digital self defense. Librarian Jessica Powell shares everyday tricks and tools for keeping you and your loved ones safe while shopping, surfing and networking online. Ages 18 and up. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

EXERCISE CLASSES

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EDUCATION

Ghost Hunting 101, 6:30 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Learn basics of ghost hunting! Find out how to get into ghost-hunting group, what gear you need and methods you should use to encounter ethereal world. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-3422665. Burlington.

FARMERS MARKET

Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Boone County Farmers Market, 859586-6101. Burlington.

Introduction to Yoga, 6-7 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, Learn basic postures and flows. Bring yoga mat. Ages 18 and up. $25 per month. Reservations required. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington.

HISTORIC SITES

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

SUMMER CAMP HORSES

MUSEUMS

Teen Cafe, 3-5 p.m., Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, Friends, video games, snacks and more. Teens ages 12 and up. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Florence.

Little Britain Stables Horse Camp, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Little Britain Stables, 5309 Idlewild Road, Daily through June 18. Horse care, riding instruction, leading, lunging, ground driving, driving and riding. Ages 7-16. $300. Registration required. 859-586-7990; ww.LittleBritainStable.com. Burlington.

Dinsmore Homestead, 1-5 p.m., Dinsmore Homestead, $5, $3 ages 60 and up, $2 ages 7-17, members and ages 6 and under free. 859-586-6117; www.dinsmorefarm.org. Burlington. Chess Club, 7 p.m., Florence Branch Library, 7425 U.S. 42, Chess players of all ages and levels are invited to play. Free. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-3422665; www.bcpl.org. Florence. Creation Museum’s Petting Zoo, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Creation Museum, Included with admission: $21.95 ages 13-59, $16.95 ages 60 and up, $11.95 ages 5-12; $7 planetarium. 888-582-4253; www.creationmuseum.org. Petersburg.

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NATURE

What is Buried in Your Backyard..Fossils, 6:30-8 p.m., Highland Cemetery, 2167 Dixie Highway, Chapel. Local naturalist Michael Kreate introduces a variety of fossils commonly seen in local backyards, streams and hillsides from the Ordovician Period. Hands on. Family friendly. Rain or shine. After presentation, option walk down to the creek along the Nature Trail to hunt fossils. Free. Registration required. 859-331-3220; www.highlandcemetery.com. Fort Mitchell.

RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY

Community Connections, 6:30-8 p.m., Vineyard Christian Church, 7101 Pleasant Valley Road, Includes meal. Crafts, face painting and more for children. Hand massages, nail painting, help with resumes and more for adults. Free. 859-689-0777, ext. 112. Florence.

SPORTS

Florence Freedom Baseball, 7:05 p.m. vs. River City Rascals, Champion Window Field, $10-$12 VIP, $9, $7 lawn. Irish Fest. WEBN “Thirsty Thursday” featuring Miller Lite draft beers or Pepsi fountain drinks for $1. 859594-4487; www.florencefreedom.com. Florence.

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EDUCATION The Elements of Photoshop, 7 p.m., Boone County Main Library, 1786 Burlington Pike, With Bob Ihrig, local photographer. Introduction - learn basics of Photoshop Elements 8.0. Ages 18 and up. Free. Registration required. Presented by Boone County Public Library. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Burlington. FARMERS MARKET

Boone County Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Boone County Farmers Market, 859586-6101. Burlington.

HEALTH / WELLNESS

Take Charge of Your Health, 6-7 p.m., Burlington Pharmacy Healthcare, 5555 North Bend Road, Information on staying healthy with local health experts and staff. $10. 859586-5700; www.burlingtonhealthcare.com. Burlington. PROVIDED

The Queen City Invitational Vintage Base Ball Festival returns to the Heritage Village at Sharon Woods Park Saturday, June 12, to show spectators how baseball was originally played, as a gentleman’s sport. The Cincinnati Red Stockings and Buckeyes will host the Queen City Invitational with teams coming from North Carolina, Wisconsin, Indiana and Ohio. The vintage baseball games will be played according to the 1869 rules. For $2 per person, guests can watch the games or for $5 for adults and $3 for children, guests can watch the games and go on a tour of the Heritage Village Museum’s 11 historic buildings. Tours and games will begin at 10 a.m., the last games are at 2:30 p.m. and the last tour will begin at 3:30 p.m. The location is 11450 Lebanon Pike, Sharonville, Ohio. Call 513-563-9484 or visit www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org or www.cincyvbb.com. Pictured are the Red Stockings.

LITERARY - LIBRARIES

Fairy Gardens, 7 p.m., Lents Branch Library, 3215 Cougar Path, Evening of celebrating fairies. Create fairy garden to take home. Ages 18 and up. $5. Registration required. 859-342-2665; www.bcpl.org. Hebron.

RECREATION

Cornhole Tournament, 7 p.m., Peecox II, 12200 Madison Pike, $5. 859-356-1440. Independence.

PROVIDED

Dave Matthews Band will make its annual stop at Riverbend Music Center on Tuesday, June 15, with special guest Robert Earl Keen. Show time is 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 and $70 plus service charges. Visit www.riverbend.org or call 800-745-3000.

Life

Florence Recorder

June 10, 2010

Does God’s love always go easy on us?

The scriptures insist that God loves us. The problem is we’re confused about what love is and the ways it can be shown. To us, love is always pleasing, comforting and brings pleasant feelings. In love stories it’s always accompanied by violins, roses and dinners on the town. It’s understandable then, when we hear that God loves us, that we expect to live on Easy Street. Televangelists urge us to turn ourselves over to God. If we do, they imply, God will heal our illnesses, give us twice as much money as we donate, and take the rough times out of our lives. When this doesn’t happen we may think it means God doesn’t hear, doesn’t care, doesn’t love. Cynicism and despair can nest in our minds. Suppose a sculptor promised

only good feelings to a block of marble as he brought forth a beautiful statue from within it. If he did promise that, he could never strike the Father Lou first blow. The could Guntzelman marble legitimately comPerspectives plain that the sculptor was being untrue to his word. Parents have their young son inoculated though he cries. They enroll their daughter in school though she’s homesick. Young children experience times they doubt their parents love because of unpleasant events they don’t understand. At times, good parents seem rough – but it’s for

love’s sake. God does too. Love can be expressed in many ways. It can be playful, sacrificial, giving, formative, romantic, passionate and demanding. Recently we’ve coined the term “tough love.” It expresses unpleasant demands made on the one loved for their greater good – even though making the demands may pain the one making them. Real love is not known only for stroking egos but for forming them. We accept bad-tasting medicine because we trust the love of the one who administers it. Why is it, then, when we look for signs of God’s love, we expect them to only be those things that make us comfortable? An insightful prayer says: “I asked God to take away my sickness and give me health, but he

permitted my illness to continue longer so I could learn compassion for others; I prayed for a betterpaying job, and instead he gave me appreciation for what I already have.” God’s love doesn’t always come in the language of human logic. In his autobiography, Nikos Kazantzakis tells how as a young man he went to visit a famous monk: He found the old monk in a cave. He writes: “I did not know what to say… Finally I gathered up courage. ‘Do you still wrestle with the devil, Father Makarios?’ I asked him.” “Not any longer, my child. I have grown old now and he has grown old with me. He doesn’t have the strength… I wrestle with God.” “With God!’ I exclaimed in

astonishment. And you hope to win?” “I hope to lose, my child.” Like a child lacking insight, we all wrestle with God at times about what is good for us and what is not. We accuse God of dealing with us uncaringly because he allows us to sometimes be harshly treated by life and seems to do nothing to help us. Understandably, we think we know what’s good for us in our struggles. Sometimes we do. But only Perfect Love knows perfectly. Simone Weil says, “Isn’t the greatest possible disaster, when you are wresting with God, not to be beaten?” Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Contact him at columns@community press.com or P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242.

Graduates need to plug their health insurance gap This is the time of year when students are graduating from college and looking for work. They have a lot on their minds and, perhaps because of that, they may not be thinking about one important thing they need to get – health insurance. College students are generally covered under their parent’s health insurance plan, but when they graduate that coverage ends and they must get their own insurance. They can do so under their parents’ COBRA plan, or they can take out their own coverage until they get a job that provides health insurance. Kelly Ives of Ross learned even a short gap in coverage can cause major problems. “I graduated from college last year, in March 2009. After that I was employed, but it took about two months for my insurance to be activated. It’s mandatory

for new h i r e s , anywhere you go, that it t a k e s about 30 to 60 days for insurHoward Ain ance to Hey Howard! kick in,” Ives said. When she got the insurance she sent a copy of a certificate showing she had health insurance under her parents’ plan, but it turns out that wasn’t good enough. “Unfortunately, I got sick in December 2009, and now currently I’m in a battle with the insurance company – and have been for six months,” she said. “They’re refusing to pay because I had a break in coverage for two months.” Ives was hospitalized for five days and ran up thousands of dollars in medical

bills. “It was just a bacterial infection. I had gotten an ear infection and it just kept going on and on. Over time it grew into a bigger infection that had to be treated with antibiotics and steroids in the hospital because it had gotten so bad,” she said. Ives says her bills now total more than $10,000, and the collection letters are hurting her credit rating. “The first couple of bills that came in the insurance paid for,” she said. “Once they realized it was going to be a significant amount of money, they backed off and said, ‘Well, this is not our responsibility.’” This experience shows the importance for graduating students, either high school or college who are going out into the workforce, to get their own health insurance policy without a break in cover-

age. A new Ohio law takes effect July first that allows parents to request coverage for their dependent children on their employer’s plan until they reach age 28 – even if they are not in college. They can request this coverage on their policy’s first renewal date on or after

July first. A new federal law takes effect Sept. 23, giving parents the right to give health insurance to their dependent children until they reach age 26, also whether or not they are in college. Some employers and insurers are allowing graduating students to stay on

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Florence Recorder

June 10, 2010

Life

You’ll want to piccata this chicken for dinner

I had a fun time in Nashville last week presenting before the Herb Society of America. My topic was on culinary herbs of the Bible and, thankfully, everyone enjoyed it. We ate our way through Nashville barbecue restaurants, too. Now I’m addicted to the blend of spices used in Nashville’s special rubs and sauces. If any of you have a favorite southern rub or bar-

becue sauce that you’d like to share, that would be awesome. I’ll share some of my recipes in an upcoming column.

Chicken piccata

This is what I served to participants of a heart healthy class I taught recently. It was delicious. When I make this at home, I use real butter and it’s still a relatively healthy dish.

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4 chicken cutlets 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 ⁄4 cup dry white Rita wine like ChardonHeikenfeld nay Rita’s kitchen 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 ⁄2 cup fat free low sodium chicken broth 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon capers, drained, rinsed and drained again 2 tablespoons healthy butter substitute (or even real butter if you like) Fresh lemon slices Fresh chopped parsley Season cutlets with salt and pepper (go very light on salt) and dust with flour, shaking off excess. Sauté 23 minutes per side. When sautéing other side, cover pan with serving platter – this keeps moisture in the cutlets and also

warms the platter. Don’t overcook. Transfer to warm platter. Deglaze pan with wine and add garlic. Cook until garlic is only slightly golden and liquid is nicely reduced. Add broth, lemon juice and capers. Return cutlets to pan and cook a minute or so on each side. Put back on platter. Stir in butter substitute and pour over cutlets. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley.

Like Lofthouse Cookies

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⁄2 cup soft butter ⁄3 cup sugar 11⁄3 eggs **see Annie’s note for measuring 12⁄3 cups all purpose flour 3 ⁄4 teaspoon baking powder 2

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or milk 1 teaspoon vanilla or other extract Beat butter until creamy, gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add half & half; beat until spreading consistency. Stir in vanilla. Refrigerate leftovers up to two weeks.

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For the reader who wanted this old fashioned icing to top banana cake. 1 stick (1⁄2 cup) cup real butter 4 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla 3-5 tablespoons milk. Melt butter over medium heat. Cook four to six minutes, stirring constantly and watching closely, until butter just begins to turn golden – it will get foamy and bubble. Remove from heat right away. Cool 15 minutes. Then beat in sugar, vanilla and enough milk to make frosting smooth. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator and author. E-mail columns@community press.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Call 513-2487130, ext. 356.

Community

Florence Recorder

June 10, 2010

RELIGION NOTES Amazing Grace

Amazing Grace Lutheran Church will have its Vacation Bible School for children, ages 4-13, June 29-July 1 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. The VBS will be themed as a Wild West adventure. Crafts, snacks and activities will reflect the Western theme. The program is free. For more information, contact the church by calling 859283-9009. Amazing Grace

Lutheran Church is located at 7804 Pleasant Valley Road in Florence.

at 859-586-6529. Burlington Baptist Church is located at 3031 Washington St.

Burlington Baptist

Hopeful Lutheran

The Burlington Baptist Church will have its Vacation Bible School for children, ages 4 through the seventh grade, June 14-18 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Registration is available online at burlingtonbaptist. org and by calling the church

Hopeful Lutheran Church in Florence is offering four summer camps in June and July. Each camp is a week long. The camps will take place June 14-18, June 21-25, July 12-16 and July 19-23. The camps are for ages 38 and are from 9 a.m. to noon

Monday through Friday. For more information, call 859-647-1105. Hopeful Lutheran Church is located at 6430 Hopeful Church Road.

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St. Joseph Church will host a two-day festival June 11-12. The festival will take place at 6 p.m. to midnight June 11 and from 4:30 p.m. to midnight June 12. Mr. Herbâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fish will be

served June 11. Mass will be celebrated at 4 p.m. June 12. Chicken and roast beef dinners will be served from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 12. The festival will feature live entertainment, booths, games, duck races, a sheltered picnic area and a raffle. For more information, call 859-635-2491. St. Joseph Church is located at 6833 Four Mile Road.

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State Farm Florence agent Bob Boswell Jr. has received the Crystal Excellence award, which recognizes agents who align their agencies with the long-term quality growth of all State Farm product lines. These agents are actively engaged in servicing policyholders, providing loss control guidance, and developing a quality staff to serve their customers. Boswell has been with State Farm for 32 years. The public is invited to visit Boswell and his staff at 8148 Mall Road in Florence. He can be reached at 525-1460.

Fifth Third employees recognized

Linda Balsiger and Ron Chamblin, both of Florence, were recently recognized by Fifth Thirdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s president and CEO, Kevin T. Kabat for their 25 years of service with the bank. Balsiger joined Fifth Third Bank in 1985 and serves as a customer service manager. She is responsible for customer relations at the Crescent Springs banking center. Chamblin joined Fifth Third in 1985 and serves as an assistant vice president and lead data architect. He is responsible for managing the mainframe storage, back-up and replication services within information technology. Chamblin earned an associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in computer science from Southern Ohio Community College.

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Handle food safely this summer Summer Food Safety When the days heat up it is more important than ever to be sure we handle foods for outdoor events properly. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, foodborne illness incidents increase in the summer months. Many of the cases can be linked to habits of humans. Safe food handling begins at the market. Purchase cold foods just prior to checkout. Choose packages that feel cold to the touch and are properly wrapped. Keep meat and poultry separate from other items in the grocery cart and bag. Head for home after shopping to ensure you are able to refrigerate your perishable foods within an hour or two. If you are concerned about keeping foods cold during the drive home, consider packing an ice chest in the car for transporting refrigerated and frozen foods. Properly store all meats and other perishables when you arrive at home. If you will not be using the poultry and ground meats you purchased within a day or two, package them

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cooked meat without cleaning and disinfecting it between uses. Salads, vegetables and fruits can be sources of foodborne illness, too. Don’t cut raw fruits and vegetables with knives or cutting boards that have been in contact with raw meat unless those items have been properly cleaned. Raw fruits and vegetables can carry dirt and bacteria from the fields. Be sure to rinse all fruits and vegetables well. Scrub firm-skinned produce with a clean brush to help remove dirt. Clean the cutting board and knives after preparing produce. Refrigerate all pre-cut, peeled, or perishable fruits and vegetables to help reduce bacterial growth. By taking a few precautions when purchasing and preparing foods for summer activities, you’ll help reduce the risk of anyone getting a foodborne illness. It is best to be remembered for the fun and safe food everyone had at the outdoor event. Diane Mason is county extension agent for family and consumer sciences at the Boone County Cooperative Extension Service.

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Seven Boy Scouts and three leaders from Troop 1 chartered by Florence Christian Church placed American flags at the gravesites of all military veterans buried in the Florence Cemetery on Center Street. The boys place the flags on the graves to honor our troops during the Memorial Day weekend. Youth participants were: Drew McDaniel, David McDaniel, Gary Deadmond, Andrew Murton, Bradley Frost, Dustin Sexton, and Ethan Harper. Troop 1 meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Florence Christian Church.

Vacation Bible school is for adults and kids St. Timothy Parish hosts its annual Vacation Bible School for adults and children from June 14-17. An adult program on the "Book of Acts" will be presented by clergy from 7-8 p.m., with refreshments at

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Marian Agin

Marian Delores Agin, 72, Florence, a homemaker, died June 1, 2010, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Edgewood. Survivors include her husband, Carl Agin; daughters, Constance Adams of Burlington, Melissa Peniston of Florence and Susan Poventud of Clayton, N.Y.; brother, Frank Curl of Milford; 11 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren Fares J. Radel Funeral Home handled the arrangements.

Velia Ayala

Velia Medina Ayala, 64, Florence, a homemaker, died May 27, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Florence. Her husband, Luis Ayala, died in 1983. Survivors include her daughters, Alejandrina Ayala Medina of Fort Mitchell, Julia Ayala Medina of Erlanger, Cristina Ayala Medina, Bertha Ayala Medina, and Azucena Ayala Medina, all of Florence; sons, Fransisco Ayala Medina and Jose Ayala Medina, Los Angeles, Calif., and Rogelio Ayala Medina of Florence; mother, Bertha Flores De Medina of Phoenix, Ariz.; sisters, Gloria Medina Flores, Lupe Medina Flores, Yolanda Medina Flores, Petra Medina Flores, Matilde Medina Flores, all of Phoenix, Ariz.; brothers, Luis Medina Flores and Ernesto Medina Flores, Los Angeles, Calif., Antonio Medina Flores of Bakersfield, Calif., Marin Medina Flores, Anselmo Medina Flores and David Medina Flores, all of Phoenix, Ariz. and 15 grandchildren. Burial was in Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell.

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Clara Baker

Clara L. Fuqua Baker, 72, Walton, died May 31, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. She was a material handler for Aston Inc. and member of Beaverlick Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Cecil Baker; daughters, Syreta Baker of Florence and Deborah Baker of Ludlow; sons, Cecil Baker of Dry Ridge and Donald Baker of Dry Ridge; brother, Joseph Fuqua of Louisville; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Burial was at Richwood Church Cemetery. Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home handled arrangements. Memorials: Beaverlick Baptist Church, 11460 U.S. 42, Union, KY 41091.

Ron Bokern

Ron E. Von Bokern, 59, Covington, died June 1, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Fort Thomas. He worked at UPS and was also a self-employed construction worker. Survivors include his sisters, Laverne Williamson of Ludlow, Betty Herold of Fort Wright, Sister Barbara Von Bokern, S.C.N, Darlene Hill of Independence, Marie Roberts of Owenton, Bird Von Bokern of Elsmere and Shirley German of Florence; brothers, Bernard Von Bokern Jr. of Owenton, Jerry Von Bokern of Shelbyville, Ind., David Von Bokern of Covington and Bobby Von Bokern of Owenton; sons, Joe Von Bokern of Elsmere, Ron Von Bokern of Owenton, Jason Von Bokern of Taylor Mill

and Quintez Johnson of Covington; daughter, Katherine Bennett of New Richmond and one grandchild. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery, Fort Wright. Memorials: Fairhaven Rescue Mission, 260 Pike St., Covington, KY 41011, or Parish Kitchen, 141 W. Pike St., Covington, KY 41011.

James Dausch

James F. Dausch, 93, of Union, formerly of Aurora, Ind., died May 30, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Florence. He was an engineer for the Fernald nuclear site in Ohio and a World War II Army veteran. Survivors include his daughter, Janelle Dausch of Union; and one granddaughter. Burial was in Riverview Cemetery, Aurora, Ind. Memorials: Alzheimer’s Association, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH 45203.

Marge Davenport

Marge L. Davenport, 88, Florence, died May 30, 2010, at her home. She was a beautician, worked for Wright Airplane Plant in Cincinnati during World War II and was a member of Erlanger Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Jess Davenport; sons, Jim Davenport of Huntsville, Ala., and Ken Davenport of Florence; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Erlanger. Memorials: Alzheimer’s Associa-

tion, 644 Linn St., Suite 1026, Cincinnati, OH 45203.

Barbara S. Donovan

Barbara S. Donovan, 70, Erlanger, died May 27, 2010, at her home. She worked for ABC Sign Co. in Florence and was a member of Elsmere Baptist Church. Her son, Danny Baker, died previously. Survivors include her husband, Edward Donovan of Erlanger; sons, Terry Donovan of Erlanger and Tony Baker of Cincinnati; brother, Donald Baker of Erlanger; and two grandchildren. Burial was in Arlington Memorial Gardens, Springfield Township.

William Eddington

William Edward Eddington, 93, Erlanger, died June 5, 2010, at Woodcrest Manor, Erlanger. He was a maintenance man at Florence Christian Church and a volunteer at the Parish Kitchen. His wife, Kathryn Eddington; a son, Robert Eddington; and grandsons, Robert Hutson, Billy Eddington and Donald Eddington, all died previously. Survivors include his daughters, Charlotte Hutson of Covington, Renee Stephens of Florence and Vickie Jean Callahan and Peggy Cavins, both of Independence; sons, Edward Eddington of Erlanger and Donald Eddington of Crestview Hills; brother, Thomas Eddington of Tellico Plains, Tenn.; 16 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; and six great-

great-grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Erlanger. Memorials: The Parish Kitchen, 141 W. Pike St., Covington, KY 41011-2362.

Patrick Ettelman II

Patrick Joseph Ettelman II, 21, Covington, died May 30, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Covington. He was a laborer with Casteel Roofing. Survivors include his son, Patrick J. Ettelman III of Covington; mother, Lillian Casteel of Covington; father, Patrick J. Ettelman of Covington; stepfather, David Casteel of Covington; sisters, Brittni Ettelman of Villa Hills and Taniel Ettelman of Covington; brother, Derek Minor of Pennsylvania and grandmother, Barbara Hopper of Florence. Burial was in Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell.

Jacqueline Exeler

Jacqueline “Shelly” Michele Exeler, 52, of Tega Cay, S.C., formerly of Florence, died June 2, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Florence. She worked for 29 years with Duke Energy. Survivors include her father, Bill Exeler of Florence; stepmother, Carol Exeler of Florence; mother, Sue Sanchez of Clearwater, Fla.; brothers, Mike Exeler and Dwayne Croft, both of Florence, Tracy Exeler of Latonia, Jeff Croft and Matt Heist, both of Clearwater, Fla. and sister, Dena Croft of Clearwater, Fla. Burial was in Floral Hills Memorial

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Terrence Garnett

Terrence “Terry” Russell Garnett, 65, of Fairfield, Ohio, formerly of Independence, died May 30, 2010, at Takoda Trails Group Home in Fairfield. He attended Redwood School in Fort Mitchell, participated in Northern Kentucky Special Olympics where he received several gold medals, participated at Creative Learning Workshop in Fairfield was a member of St. Henry Church, Elsmere. Survivors include his sisters, Cheryl Garnett of Blue Ash and Sylvia Jacob of Miamisburg, Ohio; brothers, David Garnett of Frankfort and Dennis Garnett of Florence. Burial was at St. John Cemetery, Fort Mitchell. Memorials: Friends of Fairfield Center, 350 Kolb Drive, Fairfield, OH 45014-5357; or Hospice of Cincinnati, 4360 Cooper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242.

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Viola Geiger

Viola Mary Lauer Geiger, 86, California, Ky., died June 4, 2010, at her daughter’s home in California. She was a homemaker, member of Women Who Care, Catholic Order of Foresters Court 1492 and Senior Group, all at Saints Peter & Paul Church California. Her husband, Joseph Geiger, died in 1994. Survivors include her daughters, Joyce Levo of Florence, Sister Pamela Geiger S.N.D. of Bellevue, Gail S. Brossart and Sheri Hartman of California; sons, Victor Geiger of Elsmere, Joseph E. Geiger of Cranston, R.I., Patrick Geiger of Melbourne, Gary L. Geiger of Cincinnati, Stanley J. and Jack Geiger of California; sisters, Helen Kremer of Melbourne, Jean Rawe of Seminole, Fla., Mary Jo Steffen and Jane Overberg of Alexandria; brother, Erwin Lauer of Fort Thomas; 18 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Burial was in Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery, California. Memorials: Sts. Peter & Paul Building Fund, 2162 California Cross Roads, California, KY 41007.

Bertha Goetz

Bertha Schierberg Goetz, 92, Erlanger, a homemaker, died May 31, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Edgewood. Her husband, Edward Goetz and son, Daniel Goetz, died previously. Survivors include her daughters, Alice Schwartz of Gainsville, Fla., Mary Beth Reed of Florence and Ellen Sue Dietz of Petersburg; son, Jack Goetz of Petersburg; 13 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery, Latonia. Stith Funeral Home, Florence, handled the arrangements.

James Humphrey

James L. Humphrey Jr., 55, Covington, died May 26, 2010, at University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Corryville, Ohio. He was a selfemployed mechanic. Survivors include his sons, Shawn Finkenstead of Florence, Gary and Joey Humphrey, both of Covington; daughters, Tianna Stewart and Shawnalana Humphrey, both of Covington; mother, Ruby Humphrey of Ocala, Fla., and two grandchildren. Middendorf Funeral Home, Fort Wright, handled the arrangements.

Michelle Lange

Michelle Renee Lange, 31, Florence, died May 27, 2010. She was a graduate of Lawrenceburg High School and was employed as a teller-coordinator at US Bank in Hebron. A daughter, Savannah, preceded her in death in 1998. She is survived by her parents, Ann (Behr) and Brian Taylor of Panama City, Fla., and Jeff Lange of Aurora, Ind.; son, Dylan Combs; life partner Samantha Riley of Florence; and three sisters, Autumn Ehling of West Harrison, Ind., and Darci and Shelby Taylor, both of Rising Sun, Ind. Burial was at Cedar Hedge Cemetery, Rising Sun. Memorials: Dylan Combs Trust c/o US Bank, 2121 North Bend Road, Florence, KY 41048.

Charles Merrell

C. Dempsey Merrell, 79, Lakeside Side, died May 31, 2010, at St Elizabeth Edgewood. He was a real estate broker with Dempsey’s Realty for 35 years and owner/operator of the Village Inn Pizza in Erlanger. He was also past president of the Covington Optimist Club. Survivors include his wife, Debbie

Merrell; son, Todd Merrell of Vancouver, Canada; sister, Terry Reeves of Florence; stepson, Brett Marshall of Louisville and two grandchildren Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Erlanger. Memorials: Toy’s for Kids, 226 Main St., Florence, KY 41042.

Alma Morgan

Alma McKeehan Morgan, 87, Covington, died May 29, 2010, at Atria-Highland Crossing in Covington. She was a homemaker, a Sunday school teacher and past secretary/treasurer for the Rebecca Ruth class of Immanuel Baptist Church, Covington. Her husband, Clelan Morgan, preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons, Larry Keith Morgan of Bridgetown and Bill C. Morgan of Florence; a brother, Paul McKeehan of Sharonville; a sister, Louise Logan of Corbin; four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Erlanger. Memorials: Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation, 522 Cincinnati Mill Drive, suite C281, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45240.

Braydon Murphy

Braydon M. Murphy, 9 days old, Florence, died May 27, 2010, at Good Samaritan Hospital, University Heights. Survivors include his parents, Michelle Hodge and Jacob Murphy, both of Florence; grandparents, Tim Murphy of Dry Ridge, Pam and Scott Kelly of Florence, and Megan Michael and Terry Gibson of Verona; greatgrandparents, Marcella Murphy of Gallatin County, Charles Patton of Latonia and Ralph Michael of Verona. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Erlanger.

Geneva Raper

Geneva Frances Linton Raper, 88, Covington, a homemaker, died May 26, 2010, at Rosedale Manor, Latonia. Her husband, Carl Raper Sr., died previously. Survivors include her daughters, Rae Tucker of Burlington, Joyce Raper of Independence, Malinda Smith and Peggy Colston, both of Covington; sons, Gary Raper of Erlanger, Joseph and Carl Raper Jr., both of Covington; sisters, Florence Ward of Covington, Elota Riley of Walton, Wanda Baker of Florence and Alice Diehl of Erlanger; brothers, Arthur Linton Jr. of Dry Ridge, Robert Linton of Erlanger and Walter Linton of Mount Washington; 10 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren. Burial was in Highland Cemetery, Fort Mitchell.

Raymond Rolfsen

Raymond J. Rolfsen, 85, Ludlow, died June 1, 2010, at Hospice of St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Edgewood. He worked in material control/purchasing for General Electric Co., Cincinnati. He was also a WWII U.S. Army veteran and a member of St. Boniface & James Church and the Ludlow Vets. Survivors include his nephews, Charlie Rolfsen of Florence and Ron Rolfsen of Fort Wright, and nieces, Peggy Rolfsen of Anderson Township and Jo Ann McCarthy of Jacksonville, Fla. Burial was in Mother of God Cemetery, Fort Wright. Memorials: St. Boniface & James Church, 304 Oak St., Ludlow, KY 41016.

Harry Rumble III

Harry “Skip” H. Rumble III, 64, Florence, died Sunday, May 30, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Florence. He worked for 39 years with ThyssenK-

rupp Elevator, formerly Dover Elevator, retiring as the vice president for human resources. He was a Vietnam War Air Force veteran and former president of the Kiwanis Club. Survivors include his wife, Deborah Trusty Rumble; daughters, Allison Rumble of Newport, Shannon Derenge of Fairfax, Va., and Millinda Fowles of Lexington; stepson, Dr. Nathan Bates of Jacksonville, Fla., stepdaughters, Julia Green of Louisville, Dr. Ronda Garcia and Elizabeth Bates, both of Jacksonville, Fla.; mother, Lucille D. Rumble of Florence; brother, Clinton Rumble of Beijing, China; and nine grandchildren. Private memorial service will be later at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery North, Williamstown. Memorials: The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, Attn. Director of Annual Giving, P.O. Box 016960 (R48), Miami, FL 33101.

Gerald Smith

Gerald Ray Smith, 71, Burlington, died May 31, 2010, at University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, Tenn. He was a production foreman for General Motors, security guard with Westmoreland Security, a Marine Corps veteran and member of First Church of Christ in Burlington. Survivors include his wife, Sharon Smith; daughters, Suzanne Yowler of Burlington and Elizabeth Lawrence of San Antonio, Texas; son, Jerry Smith of Erlanger; sister, Betty Martin of Florence; brother, Howard Smith of Villa Hills; and four grandchildren. Chambers & Grubbs Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Memorials: First Church of Christ, 6080 Camp Ernst Road, Burlington, KY 41005.

Ronald Valentine

Ronald Glenn Valentine, 33, Dry

Ridge, died May 28, 2010, University Hospital, Corryville. He was a machine operator for Kellogg Co. in Florence. Survivors include his wife, Jennifer Valentine; son, Steven Akins; daughter, Daniell Akins, all of Dry Ridge; mother, Helen Valentine of Crittenden; father, Ronald Valentine; stepmother, Laurie Valentine, both of Villa Hills; sisters, Candice Manning of Crittenden, Patricia Dearing of Burlington; grandparents, Edna and Leroy Adams of Crittenden, Harold Valentine of Florence and Dorothy Valentine of Florence. Burial was in Hill Crest Cemetery, Dry Ridge. Memorials: Ronald G. Valentine Memorial Fund, c/o Elliston-Stanley Funeral Home, 132 S. Main St., Crittenden, KY 41097.

Foster Wilhoite

Foster Richard Wilhoite, 74, Warsaw, died June 4, 2010, at St. Elizabeth Florence. His wife, Scottie Giles Wilhoite, died previously. He was a foreman at the former M & T Chemical (Atochem) Company in Carrollton and a Korean War Army veteran. Survivors include his son, Jason Wilhoite of Florence; daughter, Lora Woodward of Warsaw; brother, Edward Wilhoite of Dayton, Ohio; nine grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. Burial was in the Paint Lick Cemetery. Memorials: American Cancer Society, 297 Buttermilk Pike, Fort Mitchell, KY 41017; or American Heart Association, 5211 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227.

POLICE REPORTS BOONE COUNTY

Arrests.Citations

Edward A. Landwehr Jr., 28, DUI at Burlington Pike and Florence Pike, April 22.

Brittany L. Shackelford, 22, shoplifting at 1751 Patrick Dr., April 28. Kevin Smith, 50, DUI at Timbercreek Rd., April 28. Sherry S. Fryman, 53, shoplifting at 6000 Mall Rd., April 21.

Sharon D. Verax, 48, shoplifting at 6000 Mall Rd., April 21.

Assault

Incidents/Reports

Victim assaulted by known subject at 6490 Rosetta Dr., April 20.

BED AND BREAKFAST

Subject physically assaulted victim at 7650 Turfway Rd., April 20.

Burglary

Gas station broken into and items taken at 10478 Dixie Hwy., April 21. Residence broken into and items taken

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NORTH CAROLINA

Vehicles vandalized at 64 Buds Pleasure Ct., April 22. Vehicles vandalized at 69 Buds Pleasure Ct., April 20. School bus vandalized at 2941 Limaburg Rd., April 19.

SOUTH CAROLINA

The Rooster’s Nest is a unique Bed and Breakfast located in Winchester, Ohio, off State Route 32, about an hour east of Cincinnati.

FLORIDA

Business vandalized at 8470 U.S. 42, April 15. Vehicles vandalized at 99 Spiral Dr., April 17.

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Criminal mischief

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