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By mid-December, Princeton Community Middle School is taking shape. KELLY MCBRIDE/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

School districts build on future

By Kelly McBride kmcbride@communitypress.com

Two neighboring school districts will start the new year with lessons in juggling. Students will be going to class, but school buildings in Princeton and Wyoming school districts will be rebuilt at the same time.

Princeton

Princeton has had a head start, though that project’s scope is more complex. Princeton City Schools will build a new middle school, high school and community facility in a $130 million project that will enter its second of four years to complete. The middle school is first on the list, and with the brick facade as of mid-December, the building was beginning to resemble the massive learning environment envisioned for Viking learning. It’s on schedule to be completed in the summer of 2013, with students attending the new school in August. Then, the current middle school will be demolished, and work on the high school will begin. That building is expected to be completed in 2014, with students attending for the 2014-20s15 school year. Finally, the community facility to connect the two academic

Wyoming Middle School's historic significance will remain as the building is updated and expanded. KELLY MCBRIDE/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Princeton Superintendent Gary Pack reviews details of the interior of the school buildings, such s tile, fabrics and other materials designed to maximize the learning environment. KELLY MCBRIDE/THE COMMUNITY PRESS wings of the campus will be built, for a complex that spans 520,000 square feet. Superintendent Gary Pack said Princeton, with 3,200 students and 400 employees, is the sixth largest school district in Ohio. “We have to have space to move, and opportunities for our students,” Pack said. “It will be like a little city.

Springdale council wraps up 2012 Springdale City Council has passed several ordinances to wrap up 2012 and prepare for the new year. During its Dec. 19 meeting, City Council unanimously passed the measures, including: » An ordinance to provide a two percent salary increase for members of city government, including the mayor. » An ordinance to provide a two percent salary increase for patrol officers, and a similar measure for a 2 percent increase for police sergeants and lieutenants.

VILLAGE HOLIDAYS B1 Glendale celebrated Christmas on the Square with music, food and horse-drawn carriage rides.

» An ordinance approving the executive re-employment program that would allow the city to re-hire public employees after their retirement. » An ordinance for supplemental appropriation and estimated receipts to cover current expenses and adjust estimated receipts for the current year. Council members James Squires and Lawrence Hawkins were not present for the meeting. For more about your community, visit www.Cincinnati.com/Springdale.

“And we will be one of the more technology-rich environments in Ohio.” The high-tech buildings will have wireless access, furniture will be multi-functional and mobile, and technology will be the interactive The project is on budget, Pack said, and though there’s always a chance that some prices of construction could increase over the

four years, the district has been able to stay on track “We’ve been able to manage to keep the price of construction materials down, we’re using high energy efficiency, and the plan includes green, reusable products,” he said. “We’re proud of that.” The superintendent said the project has employed 300 local people. “We’re pumping thousands of dollars back into the local economy,” Pack said. “And 20 percent of the contracts are include minority owners and employees.” Pack gave credit to the Board of Education and the people of Princeton. “Our school board has been bold and courageous in tough economic times,” he said, “and the community came through to sup-

port, like nothing in history. “The community understands the value of Princeton City Schools,” Pack said. “We appreciate their efforts.”

Wyoming

Wyoming City Schools have not yet begun work on the $25 million project that will renovate and expand the current middle school building, and the district is working to finalize the design phase, according to Public Information Officer Mary Killen. Architects, district staff and community members involved in the project will meet in early January, she said. “They are also in meetings with city committees to discuss plans and to ultimately get apSee FUTURE, Page A2

CPA firm moves to Wyoming By Kelly McBride

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A longtime Wyoming resident is relocating his business to the vacant Coldwell Banker building on Springfield Sheldon Reder Certified Public Accountants will move south on Route 4, from its Springdale location, to the larger building at 1230 Springfield Pike. “We’re growing,” said Mark Reder, who owns the firm. “We need more room to expand. “The location is a central area with business owners, and we have good street exposure at the new location.” Sheldon Reder will open in

SPIRIT MOVES HER Georgianna Ruff is proof the right spirit can help heal. See Evelyn Perkins column, A3

Sheldon Reder Certified Public Accountants has opened its new location at 1230 Springfield Pike. KELLY MCBRIDE/THE COMMUNITY PRES Wyoming as of Jan. 1. The accounting firm works with businesses and individuals, and offers a service that provides a temporary chief financial officer for companies large

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Winter weather turns deadly in Symmes crash By Leah Fightmaster lfightmaster@communitypress.com

Cincinnati’s first winter storm of the season started quietly in the northeast corner of the Tristate area, but midway through Wednesday, took a turn for the

worse in Symmes Township. Hamilton County Sheriff’s Lt. Tom Butler said at about 3:15 p.m. Dec. 26 18year-old Jessica Galley lost control of the car and crossed the center median on Interstate 71 at Fields

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Ertel Road, hitting an Ohio Department of Transportation snow plow. Galley was killed, but the ODOT driver was uninjured. Traffic safety officials investigated the crash, which shut down one northbound lane on I-71 for almost three hours, Butler said. Snow and freezing rain didn’t pick up in intensity until about 2 p.m., he added, but streets were already being treated in anticipation of the wintry weather.

Butler said the only weather-related called he’d received all day was the fatal crash on I-71. Rush hour and heavier snow brought road delays on the major highways. Butler said he didn’t foresee any major problems aside from individual incidents, but added that much of it was up to drivers giving other cars appropriate distance and driving for the conditions. Sycamore Township had no accidents by 4:30 p.m.,

BRIEFLY Jubilant Singers seek members

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Jan. 8, at the Seasons Retirement Home, 7300 Dearwester Road in Kenwood. Samples of music in background, past programs done, current music that will be sung available for browsing as well as questions answered by director or current members. Appetizers and desserts will be served. » First rehearsal, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 15, at the Seasons Retirement Home. No audition necessary just show up all voice parts are needed. For more information contact Shannon Alter-Fredenburg at sla06ou@yahoo.com.

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Butler said, because salt trucks and plows did a good job of clearing and salting roads. Lt. Steve Niehauser of Evendale’s police department said that traffic was fairly light because it was the day after Christmas. He added that although the village had seen steady snow and ice all day, the service department had been out since early morning and the roads were “in pretty good shape.” Police officers had only

KIDS HELP FILL THE TRUCK

Sharonville Elementary students, clockwise from left: James Clark, Walter Mendoza Lopex, Edvin Marquin-Ortiz, Nyleen Powell Daniels and Kwali Mapp help load boxes of donations for the annual Fill The Truck campaign. Students at Sharonville Elementary collected more than 36 boxes of personal care items and non-perishable foods for the Frame USA campaign to benefit the Healing Center, a non-profit organization that serves low-income families and individuals in need. THANKS TO CARLA SHROYER

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responded to one wreck by 2:30 p.m., which was on Interstate 75, and although they didn’t anticipate any major problems, Niehauser said they’re prepared for possible incidents. He added that the department is giving the same advice to all residents calling the department about road conditions. “We’re telling people to just use common sense, slow down and don’t drive unless you have to,” he said.

proval of the design plans from council,” Killen said. The task force will develop an academic vision for Wyoming Middle School, emphasizing 21st Century Learning. Members will consider examples of other districts around the state. According to a newsletter issued in September, the Board of Education students would likely be removed from the building after the April spring break. They would attend class in three modular units placed on the Pendery Avenue high school campus. “We knew staging the swing space would be one of the biggest challenges of the project,” Middle School Principal Mike Overbey

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businesses access to the full scope of knowledge that comes with an experienced CPA through an ‘on call’ arrangement,” the firm said in a news release. “ It can be the difference that propels a company to achieve the next level in its goals.” Sheldon Reder also ffers services including tax projections and returns, investment strategies and financial advising. City officials are pleased that the company is relocating to Wyoming.

said in the newsletter. “Our first priority is student safety, followed by preserving academic excellence, and finally cost effectiveness.” “There are many, many components to the Middle School project,” Superintendent Susan Lang said in a statement. “From the size of lockers to how the building design will impact instruction, our Board of Education and staff members, led by Principal Mike Overbey, have been involved in the decision-making process along the way. “We have gathered input and feel our work will result in a building that will promote high quality education now and yet be flexible enough to meet the changing needs of education in the future.” For more about your community, visit www.Cincinnati.com/local.

“I was very excited to learn that the well-established and respected Certified Public Accounting firm of Sheldon Reder would be locating in Wyoming,” Community Development Director Terry Vanderman said. “The relatively short time that the building sat vacant demonstrates that there is a desire for quality professional office space in our community. “I look forward to the opening of the office and to welcoming them to town.” For more about your community, visit www.Cincinnati.com/ Wyoming.

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Woman shows true spirit of the season A visit to Georgianna Ruff at her Wyoming home brought the realization that having the right spirit can help you heal. Georgianna chose to talk about things close to her heart, and the interview turned out to be a beacon of inspiration in the midst of sorrow. GeorEvelyn gianna is Perkins the mother COMMUNITY of five PRESS COLUMNIST children who have done her proud. To say that twins run in the family is an understatement. Her twins are Terry and Tanya. Terry is working on his business degree while employed as a customer service representative. Tanya is a doctor at the University of Michigan, serving as an assistant professor in geriatrics. She plans to transfer to Ohio State. Chris lives in Wyoming and has twin grandsons and twin granddaughters.

Georgianna Ruff in front of family photos at her Wyoming home. EVELYN PERKINS/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

There are other twin cousins and grandnephews from both the maternal and paternal sides of the family. Shawn lives in New York and works as a freelance writer and graphic designer for Chanel. After her father’s death in 1983, her mother did not want to be alone, so she requested that Georgianna and her children move into their Wyoming home . Georgianna’s journey with her mom’s advancing age took her down many roads. She recollects that Phyllis was a good woman – humble and kind – who loved to recount family stories and loved being with her family. She could also be stubborn. When Phyllis broke

her thigh, her refusal to do therapy made her wheelchair bound. After a few years in a nursing facility, she developed rheumatoid arthritis and suffered mini-strokes. Then came dementia with all of its heartbreak. Coping with the vicissitudes of the disease was a challenge. Now, Georgianna is adjusting again. She lives alone since her son, Edward, died in September. He moved in with Georgianna during his illness, and she lovingly cared for him. She is coping by attending grief counseling, exercise classes, Bible study and swimming at the YMCA. A lifelong member of St. Simon of Cyrene Church, she faithfully assists in Episcopal Churchwomen functions as well as the Altar Guild and every other church activity she can. Having worked 16 years at Kroger and 10 years at Time Warner, Georgianna enjoys lunching with former co-workers. She used to plant flowers and line dance with a senior’s group before arthritis got the better of her knee. Geor-

gianna is proud that at her age she can drive to Ann Arbor by herself to visit Tanya. Future plans are to visit her sisters, Arlene in Cali-

fornia and Carolyn in Miami. A grandson is in the Navy, so she also intends to visit him in Fort Worth, TX. Georgianna’s spirit is indeed an inspiration.

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Moeller president's dinner honors alums Moeller High School honored several of its alumni and distinguished guests at the President’s Dinner at the Marriott NE in Mason. Moeller President Bill Hunt reflected upon the passion he witnesses each and every day during his now three-year leadership. Hunt said he felt blessed to be working everyday with an extraordinary group of students, dedicated faculty and staff, and an enthusiastic community of parents and alumni whose passion is evident through their selfless dedication toward the mission of Moeller. “The President’s Dinner is truly a special event for all the VIPs of the Moeller family who have given their time, talent, and treasure to the school,” said Debbie Geiger, outgoing director of advancement. “It was a magical night that left you feeling good about being connected to the Moeller Family as a Man of Moeller or as a parent or as a faculty/ staff member who serves the Moeller community." Guests at the President’s Dinner heard heartfelt speeches from the keynote speakers. Jared Diesslin ’15, recipient of the Catino Family Scholarship, talked about what it’s like to be a “Man of Moeller.” Alumni award winners Mike Folchi ’79 (Brother Lawrence

Eveslage Award) and Ted Torbeck ’74 (Distinguished Alumnus Award) shared their experiences as a Moeller student in the ’70s and how it impacted their careers, family, and formed who they are today. The evening concluded with the presentation of the annual awards: » Theodore H. Torbeck ’74 was presented the Distinguished Alumnus Award, which is given to a graduate who has given outstanding service to his community and who has distinguished himself as a Moeller alumnus. Torbeck is the president and general manager of Cincinnati Bell Communications. He is responsible for all Cincinnati-based communications businesses, which include Cincinnati Bell Telephone and other Wireline companies, Cincinnati Bell Wireless, and CBTS. Torbeck reports directly to the president and CEO Jack Cassidy. Prior to joining Cincinnati Bell, Torbeck was the CEO of the Freedom Group, a company that generates approximately $950 million in annual revenues in firearms, ammunition, and related products. Freedom Group is owned by Cerberus Capital Management, a private equity firm. During his tenure, he acquired nine gun companies and integrated them into one entity. These

Moeller High School alumnus Ted Torbeck (center) with members of the Moeller Class of 1974 at the school's President's Dinner. Torbeck won the school's Distinguished Alumnus Award. THANKS TO JOHANNA KREMER Mike Folchi, front, with members of the Moeller High School Class of 1979. Folchi won the school's Brother Eveslage Award at the President's Dinner. THANKS TO JOHANNA KREMER

companies included well-known brands, such as Remington, Marlin and Bushmaster. Torbeck also worked for the General Electric Co for more

than 25 years. During that time he served as the vice president of operations for GE’s industrial business, president and CEO of GE's rail services business, and vice

president of Global Supply Chain for GE Aviation. » Mike Folchi ’79 was presented the Brother Eveslage Award, which is given to an individual who through years of tireless effort has made significant contributions to the growth of Moeller. Folchi is the owner of Folchi’s Fine Men’s Apparel & Formal Wear that has been in existence since 1973. This family-ownedand-operated business is headed by brothers Mike and Mark Folchi. Mike Folchi has been serving the Greater Cincinnati area for more than 40 years, and he has proudly provided Moeller with formal wear for numerous events and special occasions, such as the annual Mothers Club Fashion Show, the Main Event, and more. In addition, he employs dozens of Moeller students at his various locations in Kenwood, West Chester Township and Anderson Township. Special recognition was given to the three Class of 2012 graduates who received the following awards: » Brian Markgraf ’12 – Man of Moeller Award (University of Dayton) » Scott Nugent ’12 – Blessed Father Chaminade Award (Boston University) » Michael Riney ’12 – Gold Shield Award (University of Kentucky)

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Neeake, also known as Fred Shaw, visited Bethany School to share some Shawnee history and stories. The students were delighted to take part in an American Indian circle dance directed by haw and they practiced moving in silence. He shows his handmade drum to a group of fourth-grade students. THANKS TO SCOTT BRUCE Nov. 15 was National Philanthropy Day and as part of this day the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Cincinnati hosted a luncheon. The Student Task Force of Mount Notre Dame was the recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award. From left: Ana Vigil (MND alumna), Teressa Vigil '13, Domonique Charron '13, Carolyn Scwarz '13, Jimmy Wayne (keynote speaker), Maddies Lees '15, Claudia Kerrigan '13 and Boston Ford (MND alumna). THANKS TO NATASHA SHULL

Mount Notre Dame recognized at Philanthropy Day event Nov. 15 was National Philanthropy Day and as part of this day the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Cincinnati hosted a luncheon. National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside for the purpose of recognizing the great contribution philanthropy makes to our society. The 2012 National Philanthropy Day Luncheon was hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals at the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati. The Student Task Force of Mount Notre Dame was the recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award. This award recognizes service by an individual or group who demonstrates outstanding commitment to the community through direct financial support, development of charitable programs, volunteering and leadership in philanthropy. The Student Task Force of MND was recognized for their work with the Ronald

St. Gabriel student Ava Denegar of Liberty Township participates in a demonstration with “Basketball Jones.” THANKS TO LAURA HENDY

‘Basketball Jones’ teaches life lessons

Nov. 15 was National Philanthropy Day and as part of this day the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Cincinnati hosted a luncheon. The Student Task Force of Mount Notre Dame was the recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award. From left: Megan Desrosiers '15, Maddie Lees '15, Jimmy Wayne (keynote speaker), Lyndsey Degaro '15 and Emma Freudenberg '15. THANKS TO NATASHA SHULL

McDonald House of Cincinnati. Country music singer Jimmy

Wayne was the keynote speaker at this event.

"How should I treat you?" pondered the young Saint Gabriel Consolidated School child. The answer, of course..."the way I wish to be treated myself.” Basketball Jones visited Saint Gabriel Consolidated School for their fall assembly with his spinning and bouncing basketballs to show that “applying kindness” to one another should be a way of life. He

pointed out that life could be so simple if only we looked for the good in each other and treated all people with dignity and respect. It is also important, he said, that we recognize and celebrate our differences. Basketball Jones was well received by the SGCS student body, and his message will go far to help students make good choices in their daily interactions with one another.

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Editor: Melanie Laughman, mlaughman@communitypress.com, 513-248-7573

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Junior libero Natalie Burchard helped Wyoming capture the program’s third-straight Cincinnati Hills League championship. The squad advanced to the regional semifinal round before falling to Alter Oct. 31. The Cowboys went 23-3. THANKS TO ROD APFELBECK

Wyoming’s Haley Thoresen celebrated a first-round win during October’s Division II state tennis championships in Columbus. Thoresen went on to be named the Cincinnati Hills League’s Athlete of the Year. NICK DUDUKOVICH/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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Wyoming shortstop Max Kadish and the Cowboys were Division II regional finalists during the 2012 campaign. Kadish was second in the Cincinnati Hills League with a .494 batting average as Wyoming ended the year with a 17-12 record. THANKS TO ROD APFELBECK

PREPS RALLY WITH MEMORABLE 2012 With a new year upon the high school sporting world, it’s time to take a look back to see what made 2012 a year to remember.

Before being voted the Tri-County Press Sportsman of the Year in June, Wyoming wrestler Corbin Guggenheim wrapped up his varsity wrestling career with a trip to the OHSAA state wrestling championships last winter. THANKS TO ROD APFELBECK

Last year’s Lady Vikings went 21-4 and advanced to the regional semifinals before falling to Kettering Fairmont last March. Guard Kelsey Mitchell was named the Greater Miami Conference co-athlete of the year after averging 20.7 points per game.

Wyoming’s Emily Stites went undefeated in her senior year running the 3,200 and consistently ran sub-11:00. She finished the season with not only a state title in that event, but also a state meet record in 10:43.32. Her fastest time of the year was 10:37.39 at the Cincinnati Hills League championships. THANKS TO ROD

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Dylan Dykes (pictured) and the Princeton water polo team swam to a 19-13 record during the fall of 2012. The squad ended its season in the regional playoffs, but received some recognition when senior David Spraul was named to the Ohio Cup All-Tournament team. THANKS TO CHAD PACKER Wyoming point guard Clara Rodrigue was named the Tri-County Press Sportswoman of the Year in 2012. Princeton and Deion Isham (22) advanced to the district finals before falling to Middletown last March. Isham led the Vikings in scoring with 13.9 points per game, while the Princeton finished with a mark of 18-5. JOSEPH FUQUA II/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Princeton graduate Claudia Saunders signed off her stellar prep career by racing in the 100- and 300-meter hurdle events at the OHSAA Division I state championships in June. The 2010 100-meter hurdle champion also teamed with Cayla Carey, Samia Bell, Jada Grant in the 4x200 and 4x400 relays. TONY TRIBBLE/FOR THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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Gun violence out of control A nightmare occurred in Newtown, CN., Dec. 14. After killing his mother in their home, 20-year-old Adam Lanza headed to Sandy Hook Elementary School. There, heavily armed, he mowed down 20 first-graders and six staff before taking his own life. It was the second deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, after the 2007 Virginia Tech massacre. There have been 62 mass shootings in America in the last three decades. It’s time for rational, comprehensive weapon reform. The arsenal of firearms possessed by the mass murderers included semi-automatic assault weapons and large capacity magazine clips. Weapons of war. President Obama spoke at a

Sandy Hook Interfaith Prayer Vigil. “We’re not doing enough. And we will have to change. Since Richard I’ve been Schwab president, this COMMUNITY PRESS is the fourth GUEST COLUMNIST time we have come together to comfort a grieving community torn apart by a mass shooting... We can’t tolerate this anymore. These tragedies must end. And to end them, we must change. We will be told that the causes of such violence are complex, and that is true. No single law, no set of laws can eliminate evil from the world, or prevent every senseless act of violence in our society. But

that can’t be an excuse for inaction ... Surely, we can do better than this...In the coming weeks, I will use whatever power this office holds to engage my fellow citizens – from law enforcement to mental health professionals to parents and educators – in an effort aimed at preventing more tragedies like this. Because what choice do we have? We can’t accept events like this as routine. Are we really prepared to say that we’re powerless in the face of such carnage, that the politics are too hard?” President Obama has appointed a gun violence task force, headed by Vice President Biden. The group includes Cabinet members and outside organizations. Their specific task is to pull together real reform right now. They have a

January deadline. The task force will likely consider updating assault weapon legislation, limiting the rounds contained in ammunition clips, mandating background checks on all gun transactions, and requiring notification of multiple purchases of semi-automatic weapons. Hopefully our nation will be able to re-examine its position on guns and come to a solution that preserves the right to bear arms for law-abiding citizens, but makes it more difficult for those who would do us harm to obtain firearms. And, hopefully our nation will recognize mental health screenings and services and good teachers are the most important keys to deterring mass shootings in our schools. Much more important than

armed security guards. We need to destigmatize mental illness. Undiagnosed and insufficiently treated conditions are too common. Young people need to know that teachers have their backs and that classmates have their backs. Together they can learn that they can support each other. We have lots of brave and sensitive teachers. A good teacher makes a tremendous difference. A supportive school climate creates a safer school. Richard O. Schwab was formerly associate head of school, and middle school head, Cincinnati Country Day School. He is founder of Glendale Organizing For America Community Team www.gofactessays.wordpress.com.

Fresh start ahead for legislature The lame duck session of the Ohio legislature is often a flurry of activity. Bills that have sat on the shelf for a year or more are suddenly being heard in committee meetings all over the Statehouse. With the elections behind us and no campaigns pending, much of the political shuffling that can impede a bill’s progress is gone. In addition, because the end of the year is in sight, many committee chairs energetically push through bills that may be good legislation but have had a lower priority. Finally, since every bill introduced by May 15 is entitled to one hearing, the committee agendas can be long. Lawmakers hope that, even though there isn’t time to pass their bill, the initial hearing can be a stepping stone to reintroducing their bill next year. One of the more fun bills in the lame duck session began as a

class research project several years ago at the Columbus School for Girls. The students of the fourth-, fifthand seventhConnie Pillich COMMUNITY PRESS grade classes conducted GUEST COLUMNIST impressive research and testified in committee in support of House Bill 501. This bill adopts the Adena pipe as our official state artifact. The Adena pipe is recognized as Ohio’s most prized artifact. It is carved from Ohio pipestone and was used by Native Americans in central Ohio between 800 BC and the first century AD. The Adena were Ohio’s first farmers, marking the human transition from hunting and gathering to cultivating sunflowers, squash, and other native crops.

Many girls from the School witnessed the vote in the House. Presumably, they have now turned their fearsome lobbying efforts to the Ohio Senate, which hopefully will take up the bill before the end of the year. As we wind down the 129th General Assembly, we see that, like most sessions of the legislature, we’ve had our ups and downs. We’ve seen unparalleled support for our veterans and active duty personnel, but we failed to pass important measures to help military families. Attacks on collective bargaining were repealed by a successful statewide referendum. Public school and local government funds were slashed, but we created incentives for businesses to set up shop in cities and first ring suburbs. The doors to the Statehouse were locked one day to prevent thousands of people from participating in hearings on the con-

tentious Senate Bill 5. The Manufacturing Task Force has held meetings in all corners of the state to widen public participation. Although debate sometimes went beyond the robust and approached the uncivil, many legislators (including me) took time Dec. 6 to participate in a conference on civil discourse in state legislatures. On Dec. 31 the 129th General Assembly will end. Any bills that have not been passed by then will expire. When the 130th General Assembly convenes Jan. 7, the lawmaking process starts anew. Let’s hope it’s a good year. State Rep. Connie Pillich represents the new 28th Ohio House District, which includes Blue Ash, Deer Park, Evendale, Forest Park, Glendale, Greenhills, Madeira, Montgomery, Pleasant Run Farms, Reading, Sharonville, Springdale and Sycamore Township.

House Bill 501 adopts the Adena pipe as Ohio's official state artifact. PROVIDED

CH@TROOM Dec. 26 question Following the mass shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Conn., should Congress enact tougher gun-control laws, such as reinstating the nation’s assaultweapons ban, closing the socalled gun-show loophole permitting the sale of guns without a background check, or prohibiting the manufacture of high-capacity magazines? Why or why not?

“Thinking that tougher guncontrol is the solution to Sandy Hook is the same as thinking that tougher saloon-control would have prevented the deaths caused by a drunken man driving the wrong way on I-75 the week before Christmas. In other words a knee-jerk reaction is only used by jerks.” R.V. “To be effective, gun legislation must limit the availability of guns to those who would do harm with them. None of the proposed legislation does more than give people a feeling that their security has improved as opposed to actually making a difference. “For example, it takes less than a second to change magazines in most weapons so does re-

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stricting them to 10 rounds instead of 20 make much of a difference? Smaller magazines are actually more reliable and jam less often. The ‘gun show loophole’ is the inability to control the sale of guns between private individuals including in the front seat of a car or across a kitchen table. How would that work any more than you can prevent me from selling my lawnmower in a private sale. Every gun in existence would have to be registered like a car and the registration updated every time it changed hands. What incentive do people have to make that happen or pay attention to the requirement? “How do you define ‘assault weapon’ in such a way that manufacturers do not produce weapons that just leave out those features? What do you do about the millions of them already in private hands? Guns don’t wear out

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very often. The ones out there now will be around for centuries.” F.S.D. “What caused the massacre in Newtown was not a lack of gun laws. Anyone who thinks rationally will admit that once guns were invented and technology kept improving their efficiency and deadliness, there is no power on earth that could reverse that, except perhaps some apocalyptic occurrence which reduced humanity to a primitive state. “It is like the genie being out of the bottle. If we forbade decent people to own guns, do you think the evil people among us would obey those laws? Guns are available, and they always will be, no matter what the ‘laws’ are. No law could have stopped the Muslim terrorists from carrying out their abomination on 9/11/01. We all have free will and the truth is, some of choose evil instead of good, and it isn’t always because of some ‘mental illness.’ We should not discount the possibility of the existence of the demonic, and the power that it wields over vulnerable people. Adam Lanza would never have acted this way had he been raised in a stable, religious environment like that which existed in this

country in the 1950s and before.” Bill B. “In my opinion the only way to insure the security of our school children is to arm and train the administrative staff at schools – the principal, assistant principal, etc ... I do not believe we should put police in schools as it sends the wrong message and further the police/security guards would be the first target. If you take on the responsibility of being a school administrator you must be able to protect your charges so arming them is necessary. I do not, however, believe that teachers should be armed. Tougher gun control laws would not help.” D.B.

“Gun show loophole ... ever been to a gun show? You cannot just go up to any table and grab any gun and buy it outright without going through a background check. I have bought a few from a show, and the checking process can last up to an hour depending how busy the people performing those checks are. As for tougher gun control laws, that will not stop anyone from purchasing a gun. The law abiding purchasers may have a tougher time obtaining one with tougher laws, but for the common criminal, they can have one illegally purchased and in their possession in a matter of minutes. Assault weapon ban extension is not a bad idea. O.H.R.

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Volunteers with Making Strides, a 4H service club at Glendale's Christmas on the Square. From left: front, Brooklyn Ongkiko, Sam Neal and Korey Holcomb; back, Megan Spillane, Laney Thomas and Katie Donaldson. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

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Bluebird Bakery owner Jenny Dennis, in reindeer attire, visits with Frosty. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

lendale celebrated Christmas on the Square Dec. 5, with live music, food, wine and beer, and horse-drawn carriage rides around town. Activities for children included a holiday carousel, choo-choo train rides around the square, and a marionette show by Stevens Puppets. Fundraisers for local causes brought awareness and opportunities to shop for the holiday. The festivities, sponsored by the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, wrapped up with a visit from Santa, who arrived by fire truck.

Kids, large and small, rush to meet Santa, who paid a visit to Glendale's Christmas on the Square. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

Mason and Carter Schuermann enjoy Christmas on the Square with their grandmother, Sherri Kohnle, who organized the event, and Glendale Florist owner Beth Lauter. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

Grace Fehrenbach checks out the Wish Tree, with ornaments listing holiday gift wish lists. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

Glendale residents Lynn and Jack Murray work the beer taps at Christmas on the Square. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

Visitors enjoy horse drawn carriage rides during Glendale's Christmas on the Square. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

Marionettes come to life during a Stevens Puppets performance at Christmas on the Square. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

The choo-choo goes off-track, taking kids on a train tour of the Village Square. THANKS TO ROBYN CAREY ALLGEYER

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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD THURSDAY, JAN. 3 Exhibits Antique Quilt Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Road, Highlights various quilt patterns from 1850-1925. Displayed in Hayner House. $2, $1 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, 10623 Springfield Pike, Highfield Discovery Garden. Learn how animals live in their habitat and compare local wildlife to animals living in other parts of the word. Weather dependent, call 771-8733. $2, vehicle permit required. 5217275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

On Stage - Comedy Jeremy Essig, 8 p.m., Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place, Act is laden with musical references, and his views on current state of Christian music. Ages 18 and up. $8-$12. 984-9288; www.jeremyessig.com or www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

FRIDAY, JAN. 4 Exhibits Antique Quilt Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, $2, $1 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

Health / Wellness Health Screenings, 10 a.m.noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, 7319 Montgomery Road, Blood pressure screenings, stress screenings and consultation about your wellness needs. Free. 784-0084. Silverton.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Gym, 2-4 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, $15. 9850900. Montgomery. Club Northland Family Ice Skating, 8-10 p.m., Northland Ice Skating, $7. 563-0001; northlandicecenter.com. Evendale. Skate the Summit, 1-5 p.m., Blue Ash Summit Park, 4335 Glendale-Milford Road, Skate on synthetic ice skating pad. Good for beginner skaters. Limited sizes of ice skates available. Concessions available. Free. Presented by Blue Ash Recreation Department. 745-8550; www.blueash.com. Blue Ash.

0900. Montgomery. Club Northland Family Ice Skating, 8-10 p.m., Northland Ice Skating, $7. 563-0001; northlandicecenter.com. Evendale. Skate the Summit, 1-5 p.m., Blue Ash Summit Park, Free. 745-8550; www.blueash.com. Blue Ash.

SUNDAY, JAN. 13 Nature Animal Adventures, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 5217275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

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Exhibits Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, Noon-5 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, Free. 8914227; www.green-acres.org. Indian Hill.

Nature Animal Adventures, 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 5217275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn. Star Struck!, 6:30 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. Gaze at the winter constellations through a telescope, recount the stories behind the star and learn how to navigate the night sky. Free, vehicle permit required. 5217275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.

Skate the Summit, 1-5 p.m., Blue Ash Summit Park, Free. 745-8550; www.blueash.com. Blue Ash.

Glenwood Gardens on Springfield Pike in Woodlawn will host several “Animal Adventures” classes this month. AMIE DWORECKI/THE COMMUNITY PRESS

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On Stage - Comedy Jeremy Essig, 8 p.m., Go Bananas, $8-$12. 984-9288; www.jeremyessig.com or www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

MONDAY, JAN. 7 Cooking Classes Basics - Series of 3 Cooking Classes - Class 1, 6-9 p.m., Cooks’ Wares, 11344 Montgomery Road, Covers fundamentals of cooking including basic techniques, vocabulary, ingredients and food safety. Ages 18 and up. $185 series of 3. Reservations required. 489-6400. Symmes Township.

Greenacres Arts Center is hosting “Merry Christmas Charlie Brown!” exhibit through Jan. 6. The exhibit features art from “Peanuts” creator Charles Schulz. FILE PHOTO Day at the Zoo, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Maple Knoll Village, 11100 Springfield Pike, Auditorium. Zoo volunteer and Maple Knoll Village resident shares personal stories about zoo animals. Lunch served and tours of accommodations given. For seniors. Free. Reservations required. 782-2462. Springdale.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 9

Exercise Classes

Exhibits

Jeremy Essig, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., Go Bananas, $8-$12. 984-9288; www.jeremyessig.com or www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

Fitness BootCamp, 6-7 p.m., Glendale New Church, 845 Congress Ave., $10. Registration required. Presented by Concrete & Iron. 772-4565; concreteandiron.com. Glendale.

Antique Quilt Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, $2, $1 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

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Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

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On Stage - Comedy

Young Professionals Open Gym, 2-4 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Full-court basketball games for men. $15. Through Feb. 23. 985-0900. Montgomery. Club Northland Family Ice Skating, 8-10 p.m., Northland Ice Skating, 10400 Reading Road, Family-friendly ice skating sessions where attendees request songs. Fog and lighting effects in use inside rink area. Through Jan. 12. $7. 563-0001; northlandicecenter.com. Evendale.

SATURDAY, JAN. 5 Exercise Classes Big John’s Zumba Hour, 11 a.m.-noon, Holiday Inn Cincinnati I-275 North, 3855 Hauck Road, Ballroom. $5. 907-3512. Sharonville.

Exhibits Merry Christmas Charlie Brown, Noon-5 p.m., Greenacres Arts Center, 8400 Blome Road, Features 50 Peanuts daily and Sunday comic strips and more than 50 vintage Peanutsthemed seasonal novelties. Free. 891-4227; www.green-acres.org. Indian Hill.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn. Radical Raptors, 2 p.m., Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Centre. Get up close and personal with local birds of prey. Free, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.

On Stage - Comedy Jeremy Essig, 8 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., Go Bananas, $8-$12. 984-9288; www.jeremyessig.com or www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

Recreation Young Professionals Open

BCS National Championship Game Watch Party: Alabama vs. Notre Dame, 8 p.m., Firehouse Grill, 4785 Lake Forest Drive, With local Alabama fans, friends and alumni. All ages welcome. Free. 733-3473; www.facebook.com/bamacincinnati. Blue Ash.

Cooking Classes Low Country Cooking with Marilyn Harris, 6:30-9 p.m., Cooks’ Wares, 11344 Montgomery Road, Travel with Marilyn to the Low Country of the Carolinas and enjoy succulent regional dishes. Ages 18 and up. $65. Reservations required. Presented by Cooks’ Wares Symmes Township. 489-6400. Symmes Township.

Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Lecture focuses on enhancing your workouts and achieving results you desire. Free. 985-6709; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery.

Home & Garden Designing Hot Kitchens and Cool Baths, 6:30-8 p.m., Neal’s Design Remodel Gallery, 7770 E. Kemper Road, Project consultants and designers discuss trends in kitchen and bath design. Light fare provided. Ages 18 and up. Free. 489-7700; neals.com. Sharonville.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Religious - Community A Short Course in Quakerism, 7-8:30 p.m., Cincinnati Friends Meeting, 8075 Keller Road, Paul Buckley, Quaker author presenting. Ages 16 and up. $5 per session or $45 for all 10 sessions. 207-5353; www.cincinnatifriends.org. Madeira.

FRIDAY, JAN. 11 Dance Classes

Fitness BootCamp, 6-7 p.m., Glendale New Church, $10. Registration required. 772-4565; concreteandiron.com. Glendale.

Friday Date Night with Professional Dancing, 5:30-6:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Weekly through March 1. Get a good cardio workout while exploring the waltz, cha cha, tango, hustle and more. $190. Reservations required. 985-0900. Montgomery.

Exhibits

Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Antique Quilt Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, $2, $1 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

On Stage - Comedy

Health / Wellness

Organic Comedy Tour, 8 p.m., Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place, Tour and documentary featuring comedians Jarrod Harris and Ryan Singer traveling around the country in Jarrod’s RV. Ages 18 and up. $7. 984-9288; www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.

Baby’s Amazing Journey, 6:45 p.m., Bethesda North Hospital, 10500 Montgomery Road, Workshop helps parents navigate the waters of infancy by offering strategies for dealing with typical eating, sleeping and fussiness issues, as well as tips to guide you through developmental milestones. $35 per couple. Registration required. 475-4500; www.trihealth.com. Montgomery. Lifesteps Open House, 6-7 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Preview class materials, meet instructor and learn more details about successful weightmanagement program. Free. 985-6710; www.trihealthpavilion.com. Montgomery. Maximize Your Fat-Burning Potential, 6-7 p.m., TriHealth

Health Screenings, 10 a.m.noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, Free. 784-0084. Silverton.

TUESDAY, JAN. 8 Education Introduction to eBooks for Kindle, 6 p.m., Deer Park Branch Library, 3970 E. Galbraith Road, Learn how to use the Library’s downloadable collection to borrow eBooks. Free. 369-4450. Deer Park.

Nature

Parenting Classes More Signing, Less Whining, 6:45 p.m., Bethesda North Hospital, 10500 Montgomery Road, Includes pre-verbal communication, earlier speech development, enhanced intellectual development, pictorial dictionary and Signing Safari CD. $45 per couple. Registration required. 475-4500; www.signingsafari.com. Montgomery.

Senior Citizens

Exercise Classes

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Parenting Classes Foster Parent Training, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Diversion Foster Care, 10921 Reed Hartman Highway, Suite 315. Begin process of becoming licensed foster parent. Family friendly. Free. 984-2031; diversionfostercare.org. Blue Ash.

Recreation Young Professionals Open

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SATURDAY, JAN. 12 Civic Free Computer and TV Recycling Program, Noon-5 p.m., CSI/Republic Transfer Station, 10751 Evendale Drive, Free electronics recycling. Bring proof of Hamilton County residency such as driver’s license or utility bill. Free. 946-7766; hamiltoncountyrecycles.org. Evendale.

Exercise Classes Big John’s Zumba Hour, 11 a.m.-noon, Holiday Inn Cincinnati I-275 North, $5. 907-3512. Sharonville. Fitness BootCamp, 8-9 a.m., Glendale New Church, $10. Registration required. 772-4565; concreteandiron.com. Glendale.

Health / Wellness The Nutrition Class, 9 a.m.noon, Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road, Getting to know your food by reading the ingredient list. $15. 563-6663; gormanfarm.org. Evendale.

Home & Garden Designing Hot Kitchens and Cool Baths, 10-11:30 a.m., Neal’s Design Remodel Gallery, Free. 489-7700; neals.com. Sharonville.

Music - Benefits Memories of Elvis, 8 p.m., Princeton High School, 11080 Chester Road, Auditorium. Includes full band, four female backup singers, Nashville gospel quartet and full orchestra. Ages 18 and up. Benefits Princeton Music Boosters. $8. 864-1761; www.matthewsauditorium.com. Sharonville.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Parenting Classes Aquababies, 10-10:30 a.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Weekly through March 2. Bring baby to parent/child class, ages 3 months to 3 years, and teach your child how to love water. Instructor is Red Cross-certified. $100. Reservations required. 985-0900. Montgomery.

Recreation Young Professionals Open Gym, 2-4 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, $15. 985-

MONDAY, JAN. 14 Clubs & Organizations Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472 Meeting, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Paul Community United Methodist Church, 8221 Miami Road, Public speaking and leadership skills meeting. Family friendly. Free. 351-5005; cincinnati.toastmastersclubs.org. Madeira.

Education Mindfulness for Teens, 5-6:30 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Program enables clear understanding and judgement of how to be and what to do in response to life’s challenges. Seven-week course. Ages 13-90. $480. Reservations required. 985-0900. Montgomery. Mindfulness for Adults, 7-9 p.m., TriHealth Fitness and Health Pavilion, 6200 Pfeiffer Road, Program enables clear understanding and judgement of how to be and what to do in response to life’s challenges.Seven-week course. Ages 18 and up. $480. 985-0900. Montgomery.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Parenting Classes Happiest Baby on the Block, 6:45 p.m., Bethesda North Hospital, 10500 Montgomery Road, How to turn on your newborn’s calming reflex, the “off-switch” for crying. Includes Parent Kit containing “Happiest Baby on the Block” DVD. $50 per couple. Registration required. 475-4500; www.trihealth.com. Montgomery.

TUESDAY, JAN. 15 Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

Seminars Regional Engineers and Scientists of Cincinnati, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Evergreen Retirement Community, 230 W. Galbraith Road, Building and Living in a Solar House, the technology, construction, and advantages of living in a solar home. Dining and scientific education with other members. Share knowledge and experiences while pursuing interests in technology, business and industry developments. Program: free; lunch: $13. Reservations required. 932-1137; www.resc.org. Hartwell.

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 16 Exhibits Antique Quilt Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, $2, $1 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

Nature Animal Adventures, 10:45 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m., Glenwood Gardens, $2, vehicle permit required. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Woodlawn.

THURSDAY, JAN. 17 Exhibits Antique Quilt Exhibit, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Heritage Village Museum, $2, $1 ages 5-11, free ages 4 and under and members. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.

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Rita reviews food trends for 2013

This roasted chicken and vegetable dish uses warm spices that were mentioned in the Bible, cumin and coriander. THANKS TO RITA HEIKENFELD to-the-landers” and always have the most interesting, and unique, stories to tell about their way of living. As far as other trends for the new year, chefs are discovering what some of us have used and loved for years, like cauliflower and even grapefruit. Brazilian food made the list (it is influenced by the Portuguese, African, Lebanese and German cuisines, so you know it’s good) and so did the spice sumac and DIY yogurt (yep, staples in my Lebanese kitchen). My step-by-

step recipe with photos for homemade yogurt is on my blog. As far as technique goes, pan roasting is going to be big. That’s when you start something on top of the stove in an ovenproof pan and finish it off in the oven. More DIY condiments include sriracha, mayo, horseradish and mustard. Gene Goldschmidt, our own mustard and horseradish king here in the Tristate, has been elevating these two humble condiments into gourmet

Learn how to download free books onto eReaders So all the wrapping paper has been thrown away and you’re looking at your brand-new eReader. Now what? The Public Library has the answer. Come to one of the “Introduction to eBooks” programs or schedule a one-on-one appointment to learn how to download free eBooks onto your new eReader. » Main Library, Information & Reference – registration required 800 Vine St., 369-6900 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2, Jan. 9, Jan. 16, Jan. 23, and Jan. 30 » Main Library, Popular Library 800 Vine St., 369-6900 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, Jan. 19 and Jan. 26 » Greenhills Branch 7 Endicott St., 369-4441 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2 » North Central Branch

Local libraries are offering instructions in how to use e-readers. PROVIDED 11109 Hamilton Ave., 369-6068 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28 » Sharonville Branch 10980 Thornview Drive, 369-6049 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8 – Nook and iPad 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 – Kindle 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 5 – Kindle 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 – Nook and iPad

» Symmes Township Branch 11850 E. Enyart Road, 369-6001 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 4 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 6:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 28 For details, go to www.cincinnatilibrary.org/downloadables/ classes.html.

treats for a long time. We enjoy eating the more mild horseradish leaves and flowers along with the pungent root. Check out my blog for his tips and recipes along with area vendors.

Roasted chicken, cauliflower and carrots with Bible spices Yummy! For the Northern Kentucky and Delhi Township readers who wanted more high-heat recipes for chicken and

veggies. Adapted from Martha Stewart using two of my favorite Bible spices. I keep tweaking this, sometimes using more coriander than cumin, and vice versa. The coriander has a lemony/ sagey taste and is antiinflammatory. Cumin has an earthy, distinctive flavor and enhances the immune system. Do the sniff and taste test on coriander as it loses its flavor fairly quickly in the pantry. Both carrots and cauliflower are full of antioxidants, and the chicken is a good protein source. After the dish is done, taste and, if you want, sprinkle on a bit more seasonings.

1 pound carrots, peeled, if necessary, and cut into large chunks 1 nice head cauliflower, about 4 cups florets 2 teaspoons ground coriander and 1 tablespoon cumin mixed together Olive oil About 3 pounds your choice chicken pieces, leave bones in and skin on (we like thighs and legs) Salt and freshly ground pepper Lemon wedges

Preheat oven to 475 degrees. Combine veggies and chicken pieces. Coat lightly with olive oil.

Spray a large, shallow roasting pan, big enough for everything to fit in single layer. Chicken should be skin side up. Sprinkle all with coriander/cumin mixture, salt and pepper. Roast, stirring veggies once, until chicken is done and veggies are cooked, about 40-45 minutes. Chicken will be beautifully crisp on top. Serve with pan juices and a couple of lemon wedges to squirt on.

Homemade sriracha sauce

I found a couple of nice recipes for this and linked them on my blog (cincinnati.com/blogs). Rachel Jepson Wolf’s recipe uses honey. Erin Wyso’s vegan blog contains one with palm sugar.

Hot dilled veggies

Let me know if you want my recipe.

Rita Nader Heikenfeld is an herbalist, educator and author. Email her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Call 513-248-7130, ext. 356.

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you’re just not sure how hospice works, or if you might be qualified, we’re here around the clock to answer your questions.” Crossroads Hospice is committed to being at the forefront of the hospice care industry, to continually shape the way end-of-life care is viewed and administered. The mission of Crossroads Hospice is to provide highly unique, comprehensive, and compassionate hospice services to persons experiencing a life-limiting illness and to their caregivers. For more information on Crossroads Hospice visit crossroadshospice.com.

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RELIGION Ascension Lutheran Church

Worship services are at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday School for all ages is at 9:45 a.m. The community is invited to participate in the activities and worship services. Ascension is at 7333 Pfeiffer Road, Montgomery; 793-3288.

Blue Ash Presbyterian Church

The 12th Night Celebration is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 6; $2 per person. Pizza, board games, and burning of the greens. Bring your discarded live Christmas trees, wreaths, and garlands. Call the church office for details (791-1153). Join Pastor Mike Brewer and friends in reading through the New Testament in 2013. One chapter each weekday from Matthew 1 to Revelation 22 in one year. A day-by-day guide is available at church. God Squad, the youth group, is meeting regularly now and planning new events. Youth in grades seven to 12 are invited to attend. Sunday School classes (Bible 101 and the Thoughtful Christian) meet at 9 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Jacob’s Ladder is the theme for

Sunday School (pre-K through 12th grade); these classes are held after the children’s sermon in the worship service. The BAPC Bowling Group will be meeting on every Thursday at 9:45 a.m. at Crossgate Lanes. Sunday worship services are at 10:30 a.m. Nursery care is available. Sunday sermons are recorded and available on our website. The church is at 4309 Cooper Road; 791-1153.

Brecon United Methodist Church

The church offers worship services on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. Sundays. Samaritan Closet hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Samaritan Closet offers clothing and food to people with demonstrated needs. Bread from Panera is available on Thursdays and Saturdays. The Samaritan Closet is next to the church. The church is at 7388 E. Kemper Road, Sycamore Township; 489-7021.

Chabad Jewish Center

At 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 8, filmmaker, songwriter, and

ABOUT RELIGION Religion news is published at no charge on a spaceavailable basis. Items must be to our office no later than 4 p.m. Wednesday, for possible consideration in the following edition. » E-mail announcements to tricountypress@community press.com, with “Religion” in the subject line. » Fax to 248-1938. Call 248-8600. » Mail to: Tri-County Press, Attention: Andrea Reeves, Religion news, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, Ohio 45140. whistleblower David Nesenoff will bring his presentation “Whose Homeland Is it Anyway?” to Cincinnati. The event is part of the Israel@65 celebration and will be hosted by Chabad Jewish Center. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door, with sponsorship opportunity for $150 that includes admission for two, and private dinner and conversation with guest. For reservations and more information, call 793 5200, or visit the center website. Chabad Jewish Center is at 3977 Hunt Road, Blue Ash; 793-5200; www.chabadba.com

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FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH 8580 Cheviot Rd., Colerain Twp 741-7017 www.ourfbc.com Gary Jackson, Senior Pastor Sunday School (all ages) 9:30am Sunday Morning Service 10:30am 6:30pm Sunday Evening Service 7:00pm Wedn. Service/Awana RUI Addiction Recovery (Fri.) 7:00pm

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United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513) 385-7883 Rev. Mark Reuter Sunday School 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpopumc.org “Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”

CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd. Montgomery 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org Guest Speaker Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am Nursery Care Provided

Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor

Services

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CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES Mt. Healthy Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

7717 Harrison Ave Mt. Healthy, OH 45231 Rev. Michael Doerr, Pastor 513-521-6029 Sunday 9:00 a.m...... Contemporary Service 9:45a.m...... Sunday School 10:45 a.m........ Traditional Worship Nursery Staff Provided “A Caring Community of Faith” Welcomes You

EPISCOPAL Christ Church Glendale Episcopal Church 965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-12

LUTHERAN Faith Lutheran LCMC

8265 Winton Rd., Finneytown www.faithcinci.org Pastor Robert Curry Contemporary Service 9am Traditional Service 11:00am

Monfort Heights United Methodist Church

3682 West Fork Rd , west of North Bend New Pastor - Rev. Dean Penrod Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Worhip 9:45am

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Mt Healthy United Methodist Church

Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 513-931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Gathering: Bible & Conversation 11:30 - 12:30 Nursery Available Handicap Access "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".

Sharonville United Methodist

3751 Creek Rd.

NON-DENOMINATIONAL HIGHVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH “Life on Purpose in Community” 2651 Adams Rd. (near Pippin) Worship Assembly-Sunday 10:45am Phone 825-9553 www.highviewchristianchurch.com

EVANGELICAL COMMUNITY CHURCH

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At 8:15 a.m. there is a traditional service; at 11 a.m. there is a blended service,with contemporay and traditional styles of worship; at 9:30 a.m. there are Sumday School classes and short term study classes. The youth group has begun preparation for its 2013 mission

Northminster Presbyterian Church 703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243 Growing Faith, Sharing Hope, Showing Love Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer, Rich Jones & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors

Northwest Community Church 8735 Cheviot Rd, by Colerain HS Rev. Kevin Murphy, Pastor 513-385-8973 Worship and Sunday School 10AM Handicap Accessible/Nursery Available

Salem White Oak Presbyterian

Sunday School - All Ages - 9:15am Sunday Worship - 10:30am

Pastor Todd A. Cutter

Worship & Sunday School 10:30 a.m, Bible Study 9:15 a.m. Sundays

Sharonville United Methodist Church

691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney

EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN

5921 Springdale Rd

New Years Eve Service is at 8:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Sunday services are 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; Wednesday service is 7 p.m. The church is at 4305 Sycamore Road, Sycamore Township; 984-5044.

Worshop is 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m., Sundays. Childcare is available in the nursery during during both services for infants through age 2. Sunday School for age 3 through grade 12 meets at 10:45. Weekly adult study opportunities are also offered. Details on these and other programs can be found on the church website calendar or by calling the church office. Jan. 6 is Dedication Sunday; during the 10:45 a.m. service, the new sanctuary will be dedicated to the glory of God with special music, former pastoral and professional staff, guests from the Presbytery of Cincinnati, and Symmes Township Trustee President Phil Beck. A reception will immediately follow the service. The church is at 11800 MasonMontgomery Road, Symmes Township; 683-0254.

FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ

1553 Kinney Ave, Mt. Healthy

Rev. Richard Davenport, Pastor

Community Lighthouse Church of God

Sycamore Presbyterian Church

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“Growing Closer to God, Growing Closer to Neighbor”

Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS

All-church Lenten study (six weeks) starts Feb. 10. Call the church for details. Men’s basketball plays every Thursday night (7 p.m.). Weekday Children’s Activities – Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.). Afternoon session is available on Tuesday. Register on-line at www.cos-umc.org. Group discussion on “Half the Sky – Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide” by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sherryl WuDunn at 10 a.m. Jan. 28 or 7 p.m. Jan 31. The church is at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati, OH 45242; 791-3142.

513-563-0117

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Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)

Worship: 8:30 am traditional - 10:45 am contemporary Sunday School: 9:45 am Nursery provided

The church building is the home of four different ministries. Church By the Woods is a multicultural and multiethnic church whose mission is to love and serve God, each other and our neighbors. Sunday worship service is traditional in English and begins at 10 a.m. From 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, classes in English as a Second Language are offered for ages 14 to 94. Taiwanese Presbyterian Ministry has Sunday traditional worship at 2 p.m. in their language of Taiwanese. On Saturdays they offer a ministry on the UC campus. Freedom Church has its contemporary worship service at 10:30

Church of the Saviour United Methodist

trip to Brooklyn. A new class called “Sticky Faith for Parents: Everyday Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Our Kids.” The class is open to anyone but is geared towards parents of children. It will begin at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 6. The five-week class will help parents encourage their children’s spiritual growth, enabling them to develop a faith which will “stick.” The Missions Committee is planning a trip to the Henderson Settleme Mission located in southeastern Kentucky April 14-April 20. There will be participation in mission activities and learning about this mission which we have helped support for many years. The Bereavement Support group meets for lunch the first Thursday of the month. The Serendipity Seniors meet for lunch the fourth Thursday of the month. Visitors are welcome at all services and events. The church is at 1751 Creek Road, Sharonville; 563-0117.

8:15 & 11amTraditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Adult & Children’s Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services

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www.churchbythewoods.org 3755 Cornell Rd., Sharonville , Ohio 45241 You have a choice of Ministry: 1. Traditional Sunday Worship at 10:00 AM. Language: English Multi-cultural, multi-generational, and multi-ethnic. 2. Contemporary Sunday Worship with Freedom Church at 10:30 AM. Language: English It’s not about Religion; it’s about relationships! www.freedomchurchcincinnati.com 3. Taiwanese Traditional Sunday Worship st 2:00 PM. Language: Taiwanese, UC Campus Fellowship on Saturdays, www.cincinnatitaiwanese.org 4. Seventh Day Adventist Saturday Worship at 10:00 AM. Language: Spanish Loving - Caring - and Sharing God’s Word Notes: Nursery School is provided at each Worship time English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught on Saturday 10-12 AM. Various Bible Studies are available.

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St. Paul United Church of Christ 5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale

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Active Youth, College, Senior Groups Exciting Music Dept, Deaf Ministry, Nursery

Concert organist Sean Jackson will perform in a recital presented by Christ Church Cathedral, 318 E. Fourth St. (Fourth & Sycamore), downtown Cincinnati, at 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 20. The concert is part of a series offered by the cathedral on third Sundays October through May. The Cincinnati chapter of the American Guild of Organists is a co-sponsor. Both an organist and pianist, Jackson is considered one of Barbados’ most distinguished classical musicians. For more information call 621-1817. The cathedral is at 318 E. Fourth St., downtown Cincinnati; 621-1817; christchurchcincinnati.org.

a.m. in English. “It’s not about Religion; it’s about relationships;” tinyurl.com/a7yroqe. Seventh Day Adventist Church, has worship on Saturdays at 10 a.m. in Spanish. “Loving, Caring, Sharing God’s Word” Nursery School is provided at each church’s worship services. Bible studies are offered by all churches. The church is at 3755 Cornell Road, Sharonville.

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Be careful when looking into auto refinancing company has “Prequalified you from $7,500 to $33,000 to refinance your vehicle with a Howard rate as low Ain as 3.99 HEY HOWARD! percent.” My friend liked the idea, especially the claim that dropping her interest rate could save hundreds of dollars on her auto loan. However, after filling out a lot of papers and having her credit score checked, the interest rate quoted her was higher than 3.99 percent. While the deal would

still save her money, I suggested she first check with her local credit union. She found a nearby credit union and was told if she joins, for just a few dollars, she could get a loan with an even lower interest rate. The company that sent her the refinancing offer didn’t mention an advance fee for the loan, but many other lenders have large up-front fees. The Better Business Bureau suggests you have the company proposing the refinancing disclose, in writing, all the services it’s performing, how much it will cost, terms of refunds and any money-back guarantees. The BBB says you

need to be as careful about these refinancing brokers as you would any others touting themselves as instant credit-fixers. My friend was also attracted by the lower monthly payments that came with longer lending periods. While it’s true the longer the loan repayment period the smaller the payments, you need to be careful. My friend’s car is already more than a year old and she was considering taking out a new auto loan for a five-year period. I cautioned her against such a long loan because a lot of things can go wrong with the vehicle during that time and she

Grein honored for philanthropy Through nonprofit Magnified Giving, students of Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, Loveland High School and Ursuline Academy are learning important lessons that are equipping them to be the next generation of philanthropists. They are being challenged to research area nonprofits, distribute grant applications and ultimately will present a check to the cause of their choice at a May 16 Magnified Giving Award ceremony at McAuley High School. Giving back is a concept that Roger Grein, the organization’s founder and president, was taught from his parents and one that he is committed to passing on to today’s youth. For his work, Grein was selected from 19,000 full time volunteers as the National Father George Mader Award by the Catholic Volunteer Network. Named after the Network’s founder, the annual award is given to an organization or individual that encourages lay men and women to serve others locally,

nationally, or internationally. Grein was also named 2012 Philanthropist of the Year from the Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Cincinnati Chapter. The vision of Magnified Giving is for every high school student in American, beginning with Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, to someday have

an opportunity to learn firsthand how to be generous and wise philanthropists through hands-on experience. The organization’s fourth year is seeing a record number of schools and students involved. More than 2,000 students in 36 Magnified Giving programs (35 schoolbased and one community-

based) are researching hundreds of nonprofit agencies, sending more than 300 grant invitation letters, and will be awarding grants collectively totally nearly $60,000 at the 2012-2013 Award Event, scheduled for May 16 at McAuley High School. To learn more, visit www.magnifiedgiving.org.

could end up paying on the loan even though she no longer owns the car. Bottom line, if you’ve got an auto loan with a high interest rate, it could pay you to contact a credit union and see if you qualify for a lower rate. These are very unusual times with record low

interest rates and, if you qualify, you could save yourself a lot of money. Howard Ain answers consumer complaints weekdays on WKRC-TV Local 12. Write to him at 12 WKRC-TV, 1906 Highland Ave., Cincinnati 45219.

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POLICE REPORTS EVENDALE Arrests/citations Arianna Johnson, 20, 7261 Turfway Road, theft, possessing criminal tools at 2801 Cunningham, Dec. 5. Joe Breton, 30, 3821 President, theft, possessing criminal tools at 2801 Cunningham, Dec. 6. Arianna Johnson, 18, 457 Forest Ave., theft, criminal tools at 2801 Cunningham, Dec. 5. Ashley Brown, 22, 631 Mulberry, theft at 2801 Cunningham, Dec. 4. Brooke Dickerson, 19, 4143 E. McMicken, theft at 2801 Cunningham, Dec. 2.

Incidents/investigations Misuse of credit card Victim reported at 10500 Reading Road, Dec. 3. Theft Credit card removed at 9840 Reading Road, Dec. 3. $800 removed at 9840 Reading Road, Nov. 30. Gun valued at $300 removed at 10430 Woodleigh Lane, Nov. 30. Wallet of unknown value removed at 2801 Cunningham, Dec. 2.

GLENDALE Arrests/citations Lauren Moorer, 21, 419 Dorchester Ave., Cincinnati, warrant for failing to appear in Glendale Mayor's Court; Dec. 13.

Donald Toran, 33, 1145 Jackson St., Cincinnati, warrant for failing to appear in Glendale Mayor's Court; Dec. 14. James Matthews, 33, 2426 Walden Glen Circle, Cincinnati, operating a motor vehicle while under suspension; Dec. 16. Lindsey Walker, 22, 1190 Lincoln Ave., Cincinnati, misdemeanor warrant and traffic warrant from Hamilton County Municipal Court; Dec. 16. Nickie Smith, 30, 5070 Rockdale Road, Hamilton, four criminal warrants from Butler County; Dec. 19.

Incidents/investigations None reported.

SHARONVILLE Arrests/citations Carlton Glover, 38, 1783 John Grey Road, operating vehicle intoxicated at 11029 Dowlin, Dec. 6. Rudy Harris, 31, 7817 Cincinnati, theft, obstructing official business at 12164 Lebanon Road, Dec. 3. Jessica Harmeter, 24, 10915 Main St., drug abuse instruments at 11355 Chester Road, Dec. 7. Dwayne Mullighan, 24, 140 Ripple, drug possession at E. Kemper Road, Dec. 7. Yadiraliz Davila, 30, 1238 Scott Street, forgery at 1177 Reading Road, Dec. 12.

ABOUT POLICE REPORTS The Community Press publishes the names of all adults charged with offenses. This information is a matter of public record and does not imply guilt or innocence. To contact your local police department: » Evendale, Chief Niel Korte, 563-2249. » Glendale, Chief Dave Warman, 771-7645 or 771-7882. » Sharonville, Chief Mike Schappa, 563-1147. » Springdale, Chief Mike Mathis, 346-5790. » Wyoming, Chief Gary J. Baldauf, 821-0141. Mariam Sutui, 23, 110 Princeton Square, identity fraud at 2789 Cresentville, Dec. 12. Todd Richards, 31, 66 Feriget Lane, theft at 2225 Sharon Road, Dec. 10. Kortney Hunn, 32, 6651 Woodford St., drug paraphernalia at Thornton's, Dec. 10. Jessica Brianvelle, 23, 8188 Wooster Pike, possession at 11620 Chester, Dec. 10. Orellana Archilla, 40, 6213 Watchcreek, operating vehicle intoxicated at 75, Dec. 9. Carlson Glover, 38, 1783 John Grey Road, receiving stolen property at 10900 Reading Road, Dec. 10. Mark Helton, 25, 412 Cambridge, receiving stolen property at 412 Cambridge, Dec. 9. Yvonne Dinting, 38, 412 Cambridge, receiving stolen property at 1260 Fields Ertel Road, Dec. 9.

Incidents/investigations Criminal damaging Vehicle damaged at 11167 Dowlin Drive, Dec. 4. Criminal trespassing Victim reported at 11753 Lebanon , Dec. 6. Criminal trespassing, menacing by stalking Reported at 1695 E. Kemper Road, Dec. 4. Inducing panic Reported at 3254 E. Kemper Road, Dec. 5. Menacing Victim threatened at 10857 Sharondale, Dec. 8. Misuse of credit card Victim reported at 3475 Versena Drive, Dec. 3. Prostitution Reported at 11171 Dowlin Drive, Dec. 5. Theft Scrap metal of unknown value removed at 11817 Mosteller,

Dec. 3. Vehicle removed from lot at 2400 E. Sharon, Dec. 5. Batteries valued at $2,153 removed at 11450 Rockfield Court, Dec. 4. At 12164 Lebanon Road, Dec. 5. $60 removed at 11610 Lebanon Road, Dec. 10. Purse and gift cards of unknown value removed at 152 Mt. Vernon, Dec. 9. Reported at 12164 Lebanon Road, Dec. 8. Vehicle removed at 59 Williamsburg, Dec. 8. Laptop and equipment valued at $10,200 removed at 1501 E. Kemper Road, Dec. 13. Mini fridge valued at $140 removed at 2000 E. Kemper Road, Dec. 9. Parts valued at $1,200 removed at 2583 E. Sharon Road, Dec. 11. Tools valued at $686 removed at 2300 E. Kemper, Dec. 8. Theft, criminal damaging CB valued at $390 removed at 11029 Dowlin Drive, Dec. 10.

SPRINGDALE Arrests/citations Martina Morales-Rameriz, 21, 1274 Chesterdale, theft at 300 Kemper, Dec. 6. Keyshawn Simson, 15, 1401 Walbash Ave., theft at 1000 Sycamore , Dec. 5. Jonda Bemey, 24, 2535 Lysle Lane, forgery at 12105 Lawnview, Dec. 5.

Aaron Keller, 24, 249 E. State Road, endangering children at 249 State, Dec. 4. Justin Schultheiss, 22, 5251 Westwind Ave., theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 4. Aida Ramirez, 32, 1042 Chesterdale Court, theft at 300 Kemper , Dec. 4. Carnelius Anthony, 27, 6552 Lakota Point Lane, criminal damaging at 12105 Lawnview, Dec. 7. Michael Pritchard, 20, 478 Yale Drive, theft at 300 Kemper Road, Dec. 7. Matthew Pritchard, 20, 478 Yale Drive, theft at 300 Kemper Road, Dec. 7. Charles Thompson, 20, 6064 Tyler Point Drive, theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 8. Tara Themeyer, 44, 1153 Byrd Ave., theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 12. Nicole Traum, 26, 7524 Cincinnati Dayton Road, theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 12. Juvenile male, 15, theft at 11157 Chester, Dec. 10. Charles Thompson, 20, 6064 Tyler Point, theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 8. Reymundo Cantu, 39, 807 Costa Rica Ave., open container at 130 Tri County Parkway, Dec. 9. Troy Smythe, 14, 11713 Elkwood, theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 9. Ashley Miller, 44, 5529 Liberty Fairfield Road, theft at 11700 Princeton Pike, Dec. 9.

REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS EVENDALE

9685 Otterbein Road: Tolbert Stephen & Cristy to U.S. Bank National Association; $74,000.

GLENDALE

1045 Jefferson Ave.: Hauck Christopher to Hauck John B.; $117,500. 1045 Jefferson Ave.: Hauck Christopher to Hauck John B.; $117,500. 105 Hetherington Lane: Cain Kenneth L. & Diana J. to Hendrixson Richard R. & Suzanne R.; $515,000.

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1080 Willow Ave.: Lawrence Mark C. & Deborah L. to Venturato Marco & Alexandra Mechley; $200,000. 316 Sharon Road: Fifth Third Bank Tr to French Steven C.; $142,350.

SHARONVILLE

11065 Prince Lane: Patel Kirit H. & Nita K. to Desai Sunil & Rita; $121,000. 11851 Tennyson : Shebesta Donald A. & Lara B. to Daulton Laura Ann; $214,000. 1491 Continental Drive: Jump

ABOUT REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate.

Terry E. to Federal Home Loan Mortgag Corp.; $58,000.

SPRINGDALE

11804 Neuss Ave.: Baynes Yolanda & Henry to U.S. Bank National Association; $50,000.

11857 Knollsprings Court: Owb Reo LLC to Schottmiller Fred Daryl; $84,000. 438 Maple Circle Drive: Price Deborah S. to Wells Fargo Bank NA; $52,000. 688 Park Ave.: Marki Erin K. to

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Maganga Amy L.; $75,000. 871 Clearfield Lane: Nguyen Bao-Nhan to Citimortgage Inc.; $70,000. 899 Clearfield Lane: Guardian Savings Bank FSB to Retherford Jason M. & Jennifer L.; $99,900.

WOODLAWN

10043 Woodstock Road: Carter Theodore to Grove Vivica R.; $28,000.

WYOMING

129 Bonham Road: Smith James to Larkins Ronald L. & Martha

M.; $60,000. 188 Compton Road: Wilson Kathleen Y to Price Shawn M. & Margaret A. Mcinally; $675,000. 275 Hilltop Lane: Stiffler Gary Tr to Viox Joshua D.; $210,000. 467 Flemridge Court: Williams Lagracia G. to Federal Home Loan Mortgag Corp.; $146,000. 1244 Sweetwater Drive: Decker David P. & Diane M. to Anthony Toni L.; $375,175. 345 Waverly Ave.: Mcamis Richard Allen to Probasco Holdings Group LLC; $45,000.