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On top of the world
The Rev. Theorphlis Borden (always known as Top) kept her faith and endured during a time many would have just thrown in the towel. SEE LIFE, B1
By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com
A crowd of about 75 people listened quietly, then cheered as the Princeton Board of Education explained the need for a bond levy for a new high school and middle school. The board passed a resolution at its monthly meeting to pursue a May ballot issue. A similar levy for $141.8 million had failed at the polls in 2008. The price tag of the new project, at an estimated 4.99 mills over 37 years, is about $120 million. The new plan is scaled down, according to a news release from the district. The design, according to Superintendent Gary Pack, is what the district needs, not everything it wants to replace the 52-year-old high school and the 48-year-old middle school. The bond issue would pay for a new high school and middle school, and the levy would pay for furniture and other items. Board members said the district would use Build America bonds, part of a stimulus package for schools and other public buildings, for the project. Princeton also qualifies for zero-interest loans because of its ethnic and racial diversity, and the percentage of students who are economically disadvantaged, the district reported. “Now is the time, with zerointerest rates,” board member Steve Moore said. “For the need to match with the opportunity is an incredible blessing.” Board member Bob Maine said that the bond program doesn’t require taxes to be collected until 2013. “You’re not paying until the buildings are there,” he said. Communications Director Tom O’Neill told board members during the meeting that an Ohio Schools Facilities Commission report concluded that the buildings were “beyond the threshold for renovation.” The bond levy will be accompanied by a permanent improvement levy. “The timing is perfect and the need is very clear,” Pack said. “This federal funding goes away next year and we’ll never again be able to build at such a bargain price.”
COSI rolls in to teach about space
COSI On Wheels recently visited Evendale Elementary with a day of hands-on activities and an exhibit called “Space.” SEE SCHOOLS, A4
Getting to the point
As H1N1 vaccines become more readily available, two area health departments continue to offer shots. Springdale and Sharonville hold clinics at their health departments, offering vaccinations to residents. SEE STORY, A5
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Johnny Nuttin, left, shows TNT’s Trent Howell and Kevin Bentley his newly lit warehouse.
Company sees energy fix(ture) in new lighting By Kelly McBride Reddy
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Things are looking brighter for Johnny Nuttin, general manager of Cincinnati Metal Works, with new lighting that has improved his work environment while saving the company money. The lighting, installed by TNT Electrical and Solar Solutions, was a $22,000 job that replaced more than 100 lights in the 30,000 square-foot facility in Sharonville. “We doubled the light and increased the safety, said Mike Sroufe, business developer for TNT. The project to retrofit the 15year-old building also qualified for incentives for energy efficient products, and saved Nuttin’s company $7,200 in rebates under the Utility Rebate Program from Duke Energy, as well as more than $14,000 from an EPACT deduction. EPAct, for Energy Police Act of 2005, is a federal tax deduction for businesses that participate in energy efficiency products. It allows the cost of new lighting systems to be deducted in a
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single tax year. On top of that, Stroufe said, Nuttin will save about 50 percent in energy costs immediately, due to the new lighting technology. Stroufe said that where the building used 180-watt bulbs previously, it now has 114-watt bulbs. “That brings a significant decrease in the amount of electricity used, and doubles the light level,” he said. “We doubled the light and increased the safety.” The system also uses motion sensors, so lights are on only when needed. “He doesn’t have to manage turning the lights off,” Stroufe said of Nuttin. “Our lighting wasn’t great,” Nuttin said of the 15-year-old system.
He said he spent about $25,000 on energy bills in the past. “Once TNT said we can save $10,000 just by changing fixtures, we found that interesting,” Nuttin said. “And with the incentives, that made it very affordable. “It was worth the investment,” he said. “The light is better quality, the color is closer to daylight, the bulbs last longer and it has lower maintenance, being all automated.” “This is an easy way to be cost-efficient,” said Trent Howell, operations manager for TNT. “It’s a short-term, upfront cost for a 100-percent-plus gain.” “We even changed the exit signs,” said Kevin Bentley, who runs outside sales for TNT. “People don’t realize how much electricity they use.” “We all want to continue to make the planet greener,” Nuttin said. “And it was part of our overall cost reduction, especially in this economy. “It makes us more competitive, if we can keep our overhead down.”
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License plate reader helps snag bank robbers By Kelly McBride Reddy kreddy@communitypress.com
Two young adults, accused of robbing a Springfield Pike bank branch twice within two weeks, were apprehended with the help of Wyoming’s license plate reading system. The pair, Norman Thompson, 19, of Walnut Hills, and Sean Mosley, 19, of Forest Park, were charged with aggravated robbery in the alleged holdups of U.S. Bank Sept. 30 and Oct. 5. Wyoming Police Chief Gary Baldauf said the department’s automated license plate reader system, using a multi-jurisdictional database, helped Woodlawn police identify possible vehicles involved in the incidents after a partial license
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Lieutenant Rusty Herzog points out one of the four cameras in the license plate reading system, which was used to help find suspects in a recent bank robbery. plate number was reported. The system, in use by Wyoming police for a couple of months, has read 95,471
license plates, which has brought the recovery of three stolen vehicles. It also has led to two
felony arrests, 60 misdemeanor arrests, one drugrelated arrest and at least 17 traffic citations, according to information provided by Baldauf. Wyoming police received the system of four cameras from an anonymous donor, and has installed it on one of its cruisers. As the officer patrols, the system scans every car the cruiser passes going the opposite direction, comes upon in traffic, or passes in parking lots or along the street. If the car is connected to a warrant, the system alerts the officer, who checks the information and then proceeds as needed for the offense. The system also helped Wyoming and Woodlawn officers solve a series of
vehicle tampering and thefts recently along Springfield Pike and adjacent streets. The thief had targeted 16 unlocked vehicles, Baldauf said. In five cases, electronic and personal items were taken, including a credit card from one vehicle. “He took some ID out of one of the cars,” Wyoming’s chief said. “We caught him on video, using a credit card he had taken out of a car.” Bradley Lemons has been arrested in connection with the thefts. Baldauf said this was a reminder for residents to lock their vehicles, not leave valuables inside and consider using outdoor motionsensor lights. “These are a good deterrent to both residential and vehicle break-ins,” he said.
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Norman Thompson, left, is accused of robbing a Woodlawn bank.
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Sean Mosley, 19, was arrested and chargedwith robbing the same Woodlawn bank twice in 10 days.
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Tom Keating, center, presents plaques to Barbara Scull, left, and Joy Landry for their work organizing Holiday in Lights 5K run/walk.
As the sun was setting one Sunday evening in November, a new tradition was rising in Sharonville. It was the first Holiday in Lights 5K run/walk at Sharon Woods, where participants trotted through the light display as dusk fell over the course. The two organizers of that event, Joy Landry and Barbara Scull, were honored for their efforts to plan the event that brought more than 1,200 participants. Law director Tom Keating presented Landry and
Scull with city council resolutions to thank them for organizing the run/walk. “This first-ever event not only brought in over 1,200 participants plus their friends and families to Sharonville, but it also generated a gift to the Sharonville Christmas Fund of $750,” Keating said. Proceeds from the 5K benefited the Hamilton County Parks Foundation and the city of Sharonville Christmas Fund. Scull works for The Alleen Co., which was one of the sponsors of the event. Landry, a Sharonville resident, is the communications
director for Hamilton County Parks District. The Alleen Co. and Hamilton County Park District were also honored in the resolutions, passed unanimously by City Council in December. Councilman Ed Cunningham was one of the runners in the inaugural race. “I was pleasantly surprised by the number of participants,” Cunningham said. “The event was extremely well-run and for a great cause. “I'll run in it again next year,” he said. Keating said he’s looking forward to the 2010 race, as
well. “We are happy that Joy and Barbara have indicated that next year, the event will be even bigger and better,” Keating said. The race was unique in both its timing and course. Most 5K races are held in the morning. This one began as the sun was setting, and the participants wound through a course marked by holiday lights. “That seemed to be the enjoyment of the race participants,” Landry said of the lighted course. “This was pretty different.”
BRIEFLY School raises money for Haiti relief
Program discusses quilts
On Friday, Jan. 22, Sharonville Elementary staff and students will have a “Pajama Day” to raise money to support relief efforts in Haiti. Students will donate a minimum of $1 and staff will donate a minimum of $5 to wear pajamas to school. Sharonville Elementary PFO will match our student donations, which will go to Matthew 25 Ministries, who have been sending workers and supplies to Haiti since the earthquake. Community checks to Matthew 25: Ministries will also be accepted.
Please join the Wyoming Historical Society at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Presbyterian Church of Wyoming, 225 Wyoming Ave. Linda Pumphrey, curator of the Historical Mountain Mist Corporate Quilt Collection and copresident of The Alliance for American Quilts, will speak about the Lockland-based Stearns & Foster Co., which revolutionized the cotton wadding and batting industry in the late 19th century. Her presentation will include insight into the history of the Stearns family of Wyoming. For additional information, please contact Glenn Lewis at 513-821-1361.
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Students Gerald Davis and Logan Schmidt study crystals through a microscope.
COSI On Wheels recently visited Evendale Elementary with a day of hands-on activities and an exhibit called “Space”. There was a brief presentation in the morning, then the students went to stations that were set up to experience the activities.
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Jeffrey Seibert, Lamonte Thurmond and Peyton Grimm, along with other classmates, observe several kinds of crystals and find out how their growth is different in space than it is on Earth.
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With the help of a COSI representative, kindergartners from Jill Engler’s class experiment with Alka-Seltzer and water as they become the fuel for launching rockets.
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Alex Carson, Kayla Palmer, Alexis Roberts, Bailey Ramsey, Logan Overly and Jeffrey Seibert simulate micro-gravity on Earth. This activity uses circulation to demonstrate the fluid shift in the bodies of astronauts in space.
Fifth-graders explore projectile angles and chemical reactions with the help of a COSI representative.
Nativity at Bethany
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Wendy McIver’s second-grade class at Bethany School performed a nativity play for a recent chapel service. Students Jayden Hackworth (Mary) and Bobby McAlpine (Joseph) pose with the baby Jesus.
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Sharonville Elementary School is vowing to be bully free. President of council for the city of Sharonville Kevin Hardman (center) presents Sharonville Elementary principal Ed Theroux (left) and assistant principal Katie Klei-Huffman (right) with a plaque proclaiming Aug. 13, 2009, Bullying Prevention Day in Sharonville.
Santa visits Bethany
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Santa Claus visited Bethany School to listen to Christmas wishes and to pose for pictures. Kindergartner Gavin Twitty tries to make sure he remembers everything he wants to tell Santa.
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Cities offer H1N1 vaccines to help keep bug in check By Kelly McBride Reddy
Students offered shots at school
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Louise Bower, standing, holds her husband’s shirt sleeve as Springdale Health Department nurse Jean Hicks administers an H1N1 shot to John Bower. “We never knew when we were getting the vaccine initially, and what type until we got it,” said Cammie Mitrione, health commissioner for Springdale. “Try to plan for that.” The vaccine was offered through injection or a nasal spray. When the flu strain was
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Since mid-December, shots have been available to all residents, but previously, the priority groups were: pregnant women, caregivers of children under six months old, healthcare and emergency medical service personnel, those six months to 24 years old, and those ages 25 to 64 with health conditions associated with high risk of medical complications.
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Charlotte Frohman of Springdale braces as Jean Hicks administers a vaccination.
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Scarlet Oaks, 3254 E. Kemper Road (Sharonville), will hold Saturday youth enrichment classes, for children in grades 1-5, Feb. 20-March 13. The two dozen classes range from horsemanship, clay animation, cartooning and cheerleading to chess, acting, cooking and Spanish. Fees are $45 per class; horsemanship class is $80. Online registration begins Feb. 1 at www.greatoaks.com. Registration will also be available starting Feb. 1 by calling Central Registration at 771-8881 or in person at Scarlet Oaks 2:30-8:30 p.m. Feb. 1Feb. 10, Monday through Thursday. A complete schedule of classes is available at www.greatoaks.com/Sat-
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Twenty-eight St. Michael School students have been named 2009 Great Lakes Scholars. They are: Ryan Strotman, Rich Welsh, Allison Kay Baker, Jonathan Brus, Mike Dusa, Sarah Huster, Eric C. Scott, Ben Vondenbrink, Claire Weisbrod, Ashley Reinert, Anna Jonas, Annie Longo, Elaina Hammann, Julia Harmon, Christine Macke, Patrick (Ryan) Sage, Taylor Stacherski, Nathaniel Heister, Ryan Minnich, Casey Moore, Lauren E. Williams, Taylor Brokamp, Logan Heister, Kelly Welsh, Sean (Riley) Smith, Kevin Herbig, Elise Dermody and Marjorie Alvord.
originally identified, a scare swept the country due to several deaths associated with H1N1. “It was a big unknown,” Propes said. “We didn’t know how strong it was and how fast it would move.” He said the virus spread quickly, but generally wasn’t as severe as feared. “It moved pretty fast, but wasn’t very strong,” he said. “However, there are still people dying and the risk is still there, so we will continue to offer the vaccine.” Mitrione said Springdale spent an inordinate amount of time planning and giving shots. “We had to modify staffing,” she said, “and administrative assistants had to make more phone calls to schedule shots.” This was amplified by the unpredictable supply of vaccine. “We had to call people to tell them if they could even come in for a shot,” Mitrione said. “An awful lot of communication was required. That’s time away from other things you have to do.” As Sharonville continues to offer vaccinations, they are by appointment only. Springdale offers inoculations every Wednesday in January.
Among the duties for both health departments was administering shots to school children and staff on site. Springdale gave vaccinations to 250 children and another 200 staff members, family members and others at Springdale Elementary. At Heritage Hill, 587 vaccines were administered. “That ended up being kind of a community clinic,” said Cammie Mitrione, Springdale’s health commissioner. “Families came to pick up their kids and we were able to do toddlers, pregnant moms and parents with chronic conditions.” At Calvary Academy, 66 students and teachers received vaccines. Sharonville administered vaccines to its school children as well: 280 at Stewart Elementary, 250 at Sharonville, 500 at Princeton Middle School, 460 at Princeton High School, 300 at St. Michael and 350 at Scarlet Oaks. Hamilton County Health Department administered shots to children and staff at Evendale, Woodlawn, Glendale and Lincoln Heights elementaries. In Wyoming, an H1N1 clinic was held at the high school in December, according to Mary Killen of Wyoming schools. About 1,300 students registered to receive the vaccine. In all, about 50 percent of all student bodies received inoculations. – By Kelly McBride Reddy
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As H1N1 vaccines become more readily available, two area health departments continue to offer shots. Springdale and Sharonville hold clinics at their health departments, offering vaccinations to residents. Those cities, as well as Glendale and Evendale, also offered H1N1 vaccines through Princeton City School District. Dennis Propes, Sharonville’s health commissioner, said that city is seeing a rise in flu cases, but that this is typical for January. The vaccinations have provided a challenge for the department, he said, and the city benefited from students in two nursing programs to help with the process. “Without them, we would’ve been scrambling,” Propes said of students in the Great Oaks and Bohecker College programs. “They helped us tremendously.” As the cities tried to accommodate residents, they were faced with the additional challenge of an unpredictable supply of vaccine.
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• Wyoming High School boys beat Deer Park High School 57-32, Jan. 8. Tony Davis was the top-scorer for Wyoming with 13 points. • Princeton High School boys beat Fairfield High School 57-46, Jan. 8. Jordan Sibert was the top-scorer for Princeton with 17 points, including two three-pointers. • Wyoming girls beat Deer Park 70-8, Jan. 9. Nikki McKee was Wyoming’s topscorer with 26 points. • Princeton girls beat Lakota East High School 6954, Jan. 9. Kayla Joiner was Princeton’s top-scorer with 16 points, including one threepointer. • Wyoming High School girls beat Finneytown High School 44-30, Jan. 12. Nikki McKee was the top-scorer for Wyoming with 16 points, including one three-pointer. • Wyoming High School girls beat Finneytown High School 44-30, Jan. 12. Nikki McKee was the top-scorer for Wyoming with 16 points, including one three-pointer. • Princeton High School boys lost to Fairfield High School 2,712-2,136, Jan. 12. Princeton’s Robert Samaniego bowled a 340. • Wyoming boys beat Finneytown 57-45, Jan. 13. Tony Davis was the top-scorer for Wyoming with 20 points. • Princeton girls beat Sycamore High School 54-34, Jan. 13. Karen Nelson was the top-scorer for Princeton with 18 points.
This week in swimming
• Wyoming High School boys beat Mariemont High School 125.5-57.5, Jan. 9. Wyoming won the 200-meter medley relay in 1:41.70, the 200-meter freestyle relay in 1:33.27 and the 400-meter freestyle relay in 3:24.62. Wyoming’s Brennan Burt won the 200-meter individual medley in 2:06.36, Zach Fischer won the 50-meter freestyle in 22.42; Michael Murphy won the 100-meter flystroke in 54.61; Pat Dierker won the 100-meter freestyle in 50.43; A.J. Burt won the 500-meter freestyle in 4:57; Zach Fischer won the 100-meter backstroke in 56.74; Jonathan Profitt won the 100-meter breaststroke in 1:02.19. • Wyoming girls lost to Mariemont 101-85, Jan. 9. Wyoming won the 200-meter medley relay in 1:56.47. Wyoming’s Laura Henkel won the 200-meter freestyle in 2:05.44, Claire Gilbert won the 200-meter individual medley in 2:22.26, Gilbert won the 500-meter freestyle in 5:34.93, Celia Oberholzer won the 100meter backstroke in 1:02.10.
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The Princeton High School girls’ basketball team is in a groove. After starting the season 1-1, the Vikings have won nine of 10, including seven straight after falling 67-54 to Colerain on Dec. 2. “The team has really come together,” head coach Jill Phillips said. “The (Colerain) game we lost was early in the season, and the kids were still figuring each other out. But now we’ve played enough games together that things are clicking.” Things were certainly clicking during the Northern Kentucky Exposure Tournament, as the Vikings won four games in a four-day stretch in late December. Princeton soundly defeated Warren Central and Boone County by 29 and 30 points, respectively, before pulling off an improbable comeback against Boone County in the semifinal. The Vikings, which trailed by 13 points at halftime, rode the marksmanship of senior forward Martina Brady, who drilled four second-half threes. Senior guard Kayla Joiner, who is fifth in the Greater Miami Conference in scoring at 12.2 points per game, capped the rally with a lastsecond shot to give her team a 49-47 win. The drama didn’t end
The Princeton boys’ basketball team won a home game over Fairfield 57-46 Jan. 8. Seniors Jordan Sibert and Marcus Davis led the Vikings with 17 and 15 points, respectively. Darrien Wilkins and Steve Martin each added five points, and no Fairfield player scored more than eight. Princeton (7-1, 5-0), which participated in Flyin’ to the Hoop at UD Arena on Jan. 16, plays at Lakota West on Jan. 22.
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Princeton High School senior forward Martina Brady (23) passes the ball between two Sycamore players during a home game Jan. 13. The Lady Vikings won 53-34. there. In the final against Notre Dame Academy, the Vikings trailed by four with four minutes remaining, but Joiner’s heroics proved to be the difference yet again. She finished with a game-high 21 points in the 49-46 victory. “She’s really finding herself right now,” Phillips said.
“She can shoot the three, so if you get out on her, she can drive right by you. But if you play off her, she can hit the shot. She’s really doing well right now.” While Joiner has provided offensive punch, Princeton’s ball-hawking defense has created 27 turnovers per game and has forced 31 or more turnovers four
times this season. Senior Mikell Chinn, who led the GMC in steals with 4.1 per game last year, is tops again in the league at 6.0 per contest. She had a career-high 10 swipes in the loss to Colerain and has at least five steals in eight of 11 games this season. “She’s very quick and never gives up on a ball or a play,” Phillips said. Sophomore Alexus Chinn, meanwhile, is third in the GMC in steals at 3.2 per game. “She has long arms and does what we ask her to do defensively,” Phillips said. “She’ll body up down low or guard someone (on the perimeter). She uses her body well and deflects so many passes. She probably deflects half of the passes Mikell steals. It’s a deadly
combination.” Mikell’s contributions, however, extend beyond steals. She’s not much of a scorer – she is eighth on the team in scoring – but she is second in the GMC in assists with 3.7 dimes per game. “She’s very unselfish, she recognizes what her strengths are, and she plays to them,” Phillips said. “She has the biggest heart of any kid I’ve ever coached.” Phillips has also been impressed with junior forward Karen Nelson, who is 10th in the GMC in scoring and fourth in rebounding with 10.5 points and 7.0 boards per game. “She’s (only) 5-9, but she has a knack for rebounding the basketball,” Phillips said. Princeton has also received key contributions from junior guard Shakeira Lang and freshman forward Emily Roper, both of whom are both averaging around six points per game. One area that needs improvement, Phillips said, is her team’s field-goal percentage. The Vikings are shooting just over 38 percent from the field. “The games we lost, we shot very poorly from the floor,” she said. “We need better decision-making on offense.” Princeton (10-2, 4-2) hosts Oak Hills Jan. 16 before playing at Middletown and Hamilton Jan. 20 and Jan. 23, respectively.
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Caught in Cowboy trap
Wyoming High School’s Emily Fraik and Hailee Schlager trap Finneytown’s Lela Colvin during action at Finneytown on Tuesday, Jan. 12. The Cowboys downed the Wildcats 44-30. Nikki McKee led the Cowboys in scoring with 16, with Schlager chipping in 11.
Wyoming hosts wrestling tourney Jan. 23
This week in wrestling
• Princeton High School beat Glen Este 51-13, Jan. 9. Princeton’s Alfie Tivis beat Caleb Ervin in a 7-4 decision; Corey Selmon won by forfeit; Kendall Sorrels beat Drew Kearns in an 8-3 decision; Darian Nelson beat Trevor Buckman in a 15-2 major decision; Jeryd Wilder pinned Ray Trumble in 1 minute, 55 seconds; DeAuntay Francis beat Burris in a 2-1 decision; Charles Mason beat Burris in a 7-3 decision; Darelle Pressley pinned Mikolay in 4 minutes, 30 seconds; Jeremy Stepp beat Kyle Turner in an 8-3 decision; Rakeem Chandler pinned Justin Mulloney in 4 minutes and Terry Norton pinned Mikolay in 3 minutes. • Elder High School beat Princeton 45-10, Jan. 9. Princeton’s Corey Selmon beat Jahday Daniels 3-2; Kendall Sorrells beat Ben Kurzhals in a 16-5 major decision and Charles Mason beat Matt Sandman 5-1.
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Drivin’ Davis
Wyoming High School junior Tony Davis drives to the basket during the Wednesday, Jan. 13, game versus Finneytown. Davis led the Cowboys to a 57-45 victory at home by pouring in 20 points and grabbing 15 rebounds. He leads the Cincinnati Hills League in rebounds with 12.9 per game, is fourth in blocked shots with 1.6 per game, and is fifth in scoring, averaging 16.6 per game. In addition to his basketball exploits, Tony was recently named to the ScoutingOhio.com All-Ohio junior team for football, recognizing him as one of the players who will graduate in 2011 who are, “the tops at their position in regards to college potential and their likeliness to play major Division I college football.”
On Jan. 23, nine high school wrestling teams will be coming to Wyoming for the Annual Wyoming Duals tournament. Those teams will be competing with the Wyoming Cowboys and head coach Brian Pitman said having a tournament like this at home is a great way to promote the sport. “About seven or eight years ago, we went to a tournament and didn’t get home until 2 a.m. so we thought this would be a good way to showcase Wyoming wrestling and bring the best teams we can to our tournament,” he said. “We want kids to get a lot of matches and we want to showcase the sport to the local community.”
Pitman, who is also a third-grade teacher, said a number of his students in past years have come out to watch the event. He even taught some of his current wrestlers many years ago. “It’s nice to have that aspect and that relationship with the kids,” he said. In addition to Wyoming, teams from Finneytown, Loveland, Miamisburg, Madeira, McNicholas, Norwood, Sycamore and Withrow will compete in the tournament. While there will be a number of outstanding wrestlers at the event, one of the top will be Wyoming’s Neal Williams. The senior, wrestling in the 160-pound weight class, is undefeated and will look to add to his career win total. He will soon be at 125 career wins and has owned
the school’s career record (previously 99 wins) for some time. Daniel Leish, at 152pounds, is 14-4 and will come off an injury-related absence to wrestle in the tournament. Wyoming also has a pair of sophomores that have already matched their win total from a year ago in Mikey Gonzalez and Adam Blum. Wyoming starts nine sophomores overall. “Our future is very bright and January is usually the month where the kids on the team really start stepping up, so this should be a good tournament,” Pitman said. “There will be some state placers and state qualifiers in action and there will be some really good matches taking place. It should be a great event.”
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Just after midnight Jan. 6 the Hamilton County Communications Center received a 911 call for a structure fire at the North Creek Apartment Complex at 1560 W. Galbraith Road in North College Hill. The fire would eventually grow to three alarms bringing units from nine separate fire departments as well as secondary support from the North College Hill and Springfield Township police, the Red Cross, Duke Energy, the Hamilton County Fire Investigation Team (SCAT) and the Hamilton County Communications Center. What sometimes get missed in the media are the stories behind the story, and I’d like to bring to everyone’s attention two of those. Because the six buildings in this apartment complex are ordinary wood frame with brick veneer construction and contain 24 units each, the first alarm
received a heavy response assignment. In order of response, units from North College Hill, Mount Healthy, Springfield Township, Colerain TownRobert ship and GreenRielage hills were initially assigned to Community the fire. On Press guest arrival, it was columnist apparent that many occupants were trapped either in their apartments or on their balconies and a second and then third alarm was struck. Working in bone-chilling cold with ice and snow everywhere, North College Hill and Mount Healthy units established a water supply, while Springfield and Colerain township crews began res-
cuing residents over ground ladders. A total of nine people, at least one of whom was blind, were brought down these ladders. An unknown number of less endangered occupants followed additional fire crews who were doing a primary search of the building out the smoke filled hallways to safety. This was possible because the fire in the garden level apartment was being held in check by an interior attack from another Colerain crew using a large two-inch fire line off the Mount Healthy engine. Extinguishment of the fire would take many additional fire lines. Second and third alarm companies from Forest Park, Wyoming, Green Township and Glendale helped establish additional water supplies, ventilate the roof above the fire and control its spread which had already consumed portions of the second and third floors
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Wyoming City Council is considering an ordinance that would allow Cricket Communications to place antennae atop its water tower in a multi-year lease. Is this a good idea? Why or why not? No responses. What have been the biggest accomplishments and biggest failures during the first yer of the Obama Administration? “There have been absolutely no achievements or accomplishments as a result of the worst failure of a presidency in U.S. history, unless you consider lies, incompetence, malfeasance and socialism to be ‘achievements.’” J.G. “Biggest accomplishments are few. When you have minority leaders who do not care one whit about the people, only about their party regaining control, they throw up road blocks everywhere instead of trying to work out compromises. “Whether health care, environment, or some Republican senator holding up a nomination (TSA designated head, as an example) they put us, the people, in jeopardy. “I don’t expect agreement on all issues all the time, but the current Republicans are a hindrance to our well being. “Bring back the moderate Republican leadership.” J.Z. “I really hate to be so negative, especially without providing specifics. But the fact is, the Chatroom feature doesn’t really provide enough space to detail the truth about this president and what he has done (and failed to do) in his first year in office. “He is an arrogant, pompous, narcissistic, totally unqualified individual who thinks his ability to impress people with his rhetorical skills is enough to make him a success. “On the other hand, the actions he has taken with regard to government takeover of segments of private industry, and the amount of money he has helped to appropriate will be catastrophic to our country. “Perhaps the biggest faux pas this toothy egomaniac has pulled off is his unwarranted intrusion into the private sector – health care – under the mantra that the system was ‘broken,’ and some-
Next question Princeton schools is placing a bond issue on the May 4 ballot to pay for a new high school and middle school. What questions or concerns do you have about the bond issue? How do you think you might vote? Will you still watch “American Idol” after Simon Cowell leaves? Every week The Tri-County Press asks readers a question they can reply to via e-mail. Send your answers to tricountypress@communitypress.c om with Chatroom in the subject line. how he and the Democrat-controlled Congress had a right to interfere, and start imposing questionable, dangerous legislation on the nation’s 300 million people. “And he doesn’t care a whit about those who oppose his thinking, because he is an elitist snob. Other than that, I like him.” B.B.
Jan. 13 question
Do you think requiring passengers to go through a body scanner, which produces an image of one’s naked body, at airports would help increase security? “My wife and I are presently traveling in Jordan and Egypt. We travel a lot so security is important to us. If anybody wants to look at a profile of our bodies to make us more secure, great. “What we have noticed is that in the Middle East they go to great lengths to give the appearance of security, but don’t really check much of anything. “For example, the entrance of our hotel has a metal detector and an X-ray belt for luggage, but they don’t ever stop anyone. “Most tourist sites have metal detectors, but none of the armed guards ever seem to care if they go off. I have two artificial knee replacements and frequently they fail to trigger the detectors. This never happens in the U.S. “I would rather see people use what they have to full advantage rather than buy some new and expensive technology that they then ignore. “The capability to see more does not necessarily mean that anyone will look, or better yet take action, based on the information.” F.S.D.
of the apartment building resulting in weakening areas of the hallway and the floor above the apartment of origin. The first story within the story is that all this was done under a nearly seamless system of incident command that brought these nine departments together acting as one in a highly coordinated, yet complex manner to avoid this incident from becoming a fatal fire. The intensive team effort in saving lives and containing the fire proves this system works. The second story within the story is that this coordinated effort happens a dozen times every day across the county as units from several fire departments are dispatched and work side by side to handle a variety of emergencies. In recent years, it has been the goal of the Hamilton County Fire Chiefs to utilize “automatic aid,” that is the simultaneous dispatch
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR No food for coyotes
In the past few weeks, I have spotted several coyotes around my neighborhood. There were two in my yard on the day after Christmas, and just this week as I was getting ready for work, I heard at least three of
them calling to one another in the woods behind my property. With the recent snow I have been able to track several of them in the creek valley between Cloverdale and Glensprings drives. While harmless to humans, it is a good idea to keep a close eye on small pets when coyotes are
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Energy hot topic in Columbus Energy bills go up in the winter as we crank up the heat to combat the cold outside. Energy cost is a bread and butter issue for Ohio families businesses. Where there is a need, there is an opportunity: in the State House, we are taking that to heart. Green energy, technology and products present gigantic new research and manufacturing markets for the 21st Century. The Ohio Legislature is driving policy to make Ohio the national leader in these markets and to capitalize on the enormous opportunity they present. This is a boon to the economy as well as a protective measure for our environment. Two initiatives in the Ohio House place our State in the lead in the green energy area. I introduced House Bill 7 to require green building standards for any building that is constructed using funds from the state capital budget. It also encourages the use of Ohio products and materials, mandates highly efficient heating and air conditioning systems, and requires environmentally sustainable building techniques. H.B. 7 allows flexibility when going green. The LEED building standard is the pre-eminent national green building standard in the United States. We also allow the Green Globes program (common in Canada) or an equivalent (to provide for future technology advancements). When drafting H.B. 7, I incorporated suggestions from a broad coalition of groups such as the Sierra Club, the Ohio Chemistry Technology Council, U.S. Green Building Council, American Institute of Architects, the League of Women Voters and BASF. LEED certified buildings operate comfortably with 25 percent to 30 percent less energy. They use less water, enhance the local economy, protect the environment and encourage the redevelopment of our cities, towns, and urban cores. Many public and private
institutions are going green. We are seeing LEED certified hospitals, museums, universities, schools, stores, court houses, military installaConnie tions, and federPillich al agencies. 7 will Community spurH.B. the growth Press guest of green collar columnist jobs, products, technologies and industries: this is a huge market and Ohio is poised to be the national leader by approving this bill. I voted yes. It awaits consideration by the Ohio Senate. H.B. 87 creates the Ohio Energy Resource Center at Ohio University's Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs. The Energy Resource Center will be a knowledge hub for clean and advanced energy efficiency projects. The center will maintain data on research and development projects on energy efficiency, provide technical assistance to state and local governments in the Appalachian counties, and supply both private and public entities in the energy field with information on financial and technical assistance. This one-stop-shop approach will welcome the development of a variety of energy-related products,
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What: Town Hall with State Rep. Connie Pillich to discuss Ohio energy issues When: 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25 Where: Blue Ash City Hall, 4343 Cooper Road.
I introduced House Bill 7 to require green building standards for any building that is constructed using funds from the state capital budget.
technology, and markets. I voted yes. It awaits consideration in the Ohio Senate. To learn more about green energy initiatives in Ohio, come to my Town Hall Meeting on this subject at 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 25, at the Blue Ash City Hall, 4343 Cooper Road. State Rep. Connie Pillich represents Ohio’s 28th House District in the Ohio House of Representatives. Contact her by phone at 614-466-8120, toll free 1800-282-0253 or by email to district28@ohr.state.oh.us.
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of units from multiple jurisdictions, to assure that there is the necessary number of firefighters on the initial response to handle most structure fires or critical emergencies that would strain any one jurisdiction. In part, this could not have been possible before the new computer aided dispatch system became operational at the communications Center. It has also required standardization of training and assignments which now is the norm and not the exception across Hamilton County. The North Creek Apartment fire is an outstanding example of how a tragedy that was minutes away from happening was averted due the collaborative efforts of this system and the fire departments involved. Robert Rielage is chief of Wyoming Fire and EMS.
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Tommy Evans of Madeira has raised more than $150,000 for breast cancer research.
Diving for research dollars By Jeanne Houck jhouck@communitypress.com
Tommy Evans of Madeira has helped raise more than $150,000 for breast cancer research in an underwater dart tournament at his dive store. Evans, owner of Central Coast Dive Center in Edgewood, Ky., started the tournament, called “Bosom Buddies,” in 2000. He conducts the Bosom Buddies tournaments in a 70,000gallon, heated indoor pool at his center every October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. “Our goal is to aid in ending this disease,” Evans said. “My hopes are that other dive stores in America would start their own dart tournament and together raise $1 million for breast cancer research.” Statistics show one in eight American women develop breast cancer and Evans’ family has been hard-hit by the disease, according to his wife Sarah,
the former mayor of Madeira. “Tommy lost both his sisters – Pam Evans Smith and Susan Joseph – to breast cancer, his mother and two aunts are survivors, a cousin is presently battling the disease,” she said. The American Cancer Society says nearly 200,000 U.S. women were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2009 and more than 40,000 women died of the disease. Those are unacceptable numbers for Tommy Evans, who said his Bosom Buddies tournaments are easy to arrange and cost little to sponsor. “Word of this unique tournament has spread,” he said. “Dive stores across America – even the Netherlands – are asking how to start their own tournaments. “Anyone can play – divers, non-divers and snorkelers. “It’s a simple idea with great rewards,” Evans said.
THINGS TO DO Art exhibits
If you are still suffering from the post-holiday blues, stop by The Great Holiday Wrap Up art exhibit, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, and Friday, Jan. 22, at Visionaries and Voices North Branch Studio, 225 Northland Blvd., Springdale. The exhibit celebrates art from 2009. Seasonal gifts, cards, ornaments and more by Visionaries and Voices artists available for purchase. Presented by Visionaries and Voices – North. 513-771-2999.
Step backwards
Take a leisurely stroll through the past at Heritage Village Museum in Sharon Woods Village. Winter hours are by appointment only. Heritage Village Museum is at 11450 Lebanon Road, Sharon Woods. Tour 11 historic buildings depicting life in the 1800s. $5, $3 ages 5-11. 513563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org.
Movie experience
Blue Ash Recreation Center hosts Friday Night Flicks ‘N’ Fun, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at the center, 4433 Cooper Road, Games, crafts, dinner and movie. Ages 6-11. $15. Presented by Blue Ash Recreation Department. 513745-8550. Blue Ash.
Call a buddy
Bill Goodman’s Gun and Knife Show, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, Sharonville Convention Cen-
ter, 11355 Chester Road, $7, $1 ages 12 and under. 502538-3900; www.gunshow.net.
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Cyclones Hockey Night, 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road, Includes transportation to Cyclones game, admission and food. Ages 10-14. $15. Presented by Blue Ash Recreation Department. 513-7458550; www.blueash.com.
Cooking classes
Cooking with the Chef, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, Five Seasons Country Club, 11790 Snider Road, Cafe. Cooking demonstration followed by sampling of items with chef from area restaurants. Ages 21 and up. $28. Registration required. Presented by Five Seasons Sports Country Club. 513469-1400; www.fiveseasonssportsclub.com/cincinnati.
Wednesday walk
Morning Miles, 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road, A 2.6-mile walk around Sharon Lake. Meet at the Harbor. Free; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 5135 2 1 - 7 2 7 5 ; www.greatparks.org.
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Good friends Debbie Moorman, Eleanor Bonner, Top Borden and her daughter Cheryl in Top’s newly refurbished home, that suffered horrible damage from the September 2008 windstorm.
Faith has always been her Top priority
The Rev. Theorphlis Borden (always known as Top) kept her faith and endured during a time many would have just thrown in the towel. The September 2008 windstorm decimated her home. Her beloved Ascension and Holy Trinity Church family in Wyoming pitched in to remove wood and help get the house packed up. It was 10 months before Top could move back in, but she never missed a step with her mission duties. As an Episcopal deacon, she takes comfort to the sick, and performs her primary duties of bringing the needs of the world to the church, and taking the church to the world. Top shared the good news of Jesus Christ to the marginalized in Alaska, El Salvador and in Nigeria with Bishop Thompson. She is working on a journal about the Alaska experience. She has prison ministries in the Franklin Pre-Release program and at the Ohio Reformatory for Women Maximum Security Facility. Top also does mission work in Bellaire and Athens, Ohio, exposing suburban youth to the Appalachian Christian community. Son Bobby and granddaughters Dawn and Dana served with her at the Good Earth Mission outside Athens. Produce grown there goes to the food bank. Now retired from Ascension, she is not yet done with her “ministry on the move.” Top has more than enough energy and imagination to continue fulfilling a lifetime commitment. She graduated from Wyoming High School, majored in business at Miami University and earned her degree in
business from Indiana University. There she met husband, the late Nathaniel Borden. The Green Bay Packers drafted him soon after their marriage. There was a Evelyn lot of commuting Perkins until she moved to Nate Community Minnesota. was also on the first Press Dallas Cowboys columnist team, and later an NFL scout. Relocating a household and three children, Stephen, Cheryl and Robert, was challenging, but, “It was a great life and we had fun.” They moved to Wyoming in 1961, and finally settled in Woodlawn. Top says, “I’ve lived several lives.” She worked in mental health services, on special assignments for General Electric, taught business at Princeton schools, served at the West End Health Center and was a systems analyst coordinator for Xerox. So what inspired her to become a deacon? “I was nurtured in the Episcopal Church by nuns, and the Sisters of the Transfiguration are my godmothers. Being a child of God is who I am. I participated in many activities at St. Simon of Cyrene Church. I played the piano, and Sister Evelyn taught me to play the organ. I was a lay reader, the first lay organist and first lay Eucharistic minister commissioned there.” After retiring from Xerox, she felt a strong urge to go into the ministry.
Top shared the good news of Jesus Christ to the marginalized in Alaska, El Salvador and in Nigeria with Bishop Thompson. She is working on a journal about the Alaska experience. “My two year’s work at the Episcopal Theological Seminary of Kentucky was a wonderful experience. It was intriguing to learn other ways of Episcopal worship.” After seminary, she spent a year at Christ Church Glendale, and served at Trinity Church in Hamilton before her 14-year tenure at Ascension in Wyoming. Since retirement, she’s visited several churches and had the privilege of serving on the altar at St. Simon during Advent and playing the organ. Top is an excellent cook and works with Ascension’s knitting ministry. They have provided hundreds of prayer shawls worldwide to the dying, sick and shut in and newborns. The attached notes offer joy, hope and encouragement, and Top’s notes will be in memory of her mother, Fanella M. Smith. Evelyn Perkins writes a regular column about people and events in the Tri-County Press area. Send items for her column to 10127 Chester Road, Woodlawn, 45215, or call her directly at 772-7379.
AIC College of Design announces open enrollment, scholarships The Art Institute of Cincinnati College of Design is accepting applications for the term beginning March 1. Also, more than $100,000 in design scholarships are available for eligible students. Scholarships are available to high school seniors,
high school graduates or those who have earned a GED and are interested in attending the institute. Scholarships are offered to both incoming and second year students and range from $1,000 to $10,000. Requirements vary. Recipients must meet
the requirements as specified in said scholarship. To apply, scholarship applicants must submit five examples of their best art work. The work may consist of drawings, paintings, design or sculpture. Three-dimensional pieces or sculptures must be
entered on a CD or in photographic form. The AIC College of Design is at 1171 E. Kemper Road in Springdale. For official application rules and requirements, call the school at 751-1206 or visit www.aic-arts.edu.
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THINGS TO DO IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD T H U R S D A Y, J A N . 2 1
ART EXHIBITS The Great Holiday Wrap Up, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Visionaries and Voices North Branch Studio, 225 Northland Blvd. Celebrating art from 2009. Seasonal gifts, cards, ornaments and more by Visionaries and Voices artists available for purchase. Presented by Visionaries and Voices. 771-2999. Springdale. DANCE CLASSES
Line Dance Class, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Springfield Township Senior and Community Center, 9158 Winton Road. Dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smoothsoled shoes. No partner dances and no prior dance experience required. $4. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 321-6776. Springfield Township. Square Dancing Lessons, 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Parky’s Farm, 10037 Daly Road. Square and round ballroom dancing. With Team Hayloft. Free, vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 863-0612; www.greatparks.org. Springfield Township. Waltz and Two-Step Dance Classes, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Wear comfortable and casual attire and smooth-soled shoes for dancing. No prior dance experience is necessary. Free. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.
FARMERS MARKET
Greenacres Farm Store, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Greenacres Farm Store, 8255 Spooky Hollow Road. Grass-fed Black Angus beef, freerange chicken, produce, lamb, turkey, eggs and honey. 891-4227; www.greenacres.org. Indian Hill. Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m. Turner Farm, 7400 Given Road. Market includes naturally raised meat and eggs and certified organic seasonal produce and flowers. Closes at dusk. 5617400; www.turnerfarm.org. Indian Hill.
HISTORIC SITES
Heritage Village Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Winter hours: By appointment only. Heritage Village Museum, 11450 Lebanon Road. Sharon Woods. Tour 11 historic buildings depicting life in the 1800s. $5, $3 ages 511. 563-9484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.
LITERARY - STORY TIMES Children’s Morning Story Time and Activities, 10:30 a.m.-11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 9891 Waterstone Blvd., Children’s Department Stage. New, popular and obscure favorites read with matching activity to help get involved in story. Free. 683-5599. Deerfield Township.
ON STAGE - COMEDY
Vince Morris, 8 p.m. Ages 18 and up. $8, $4 college students and military. Go Bananas, 8410 Market Place, 984-9288; www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.
PUBLIC HOURS
Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Glendale Heritage Museum, 44 Village Square. Features the history of Glendale, a National Historic Landmark District, and its railroad past. Free, donations accepted. Presented by Glendale Heritage Preservation. Through March 27. 771-4908. Glendale.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Thursday Lecture Series, 11 a.m. Hearing Presentation and Testing. North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave. 5213462. North College Hill. F R I D A Y, J A N . 2 2
ART EXHIBITS The Great Holiday Wrap Up, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Visionaries and Voices North Branch Studio, 771-2999. Springdale. FILMS
Friday Night Flicks N’ Fun, 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road. Games, crafts, dinner and movie. Ages 6-11. $15. Presented by Blue Ash Recreation Department. 745-8550. Blue Ash.
FOOD & DRINK
Wine Bar Tasting, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. The Wine Store, 9905 Montgomery Road. Fifty cents per taste. 984-9463; www.theewinestore.com. Montgomery. Wine Tasting, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Piazza Discepoli Glendale, 23 Village Square, $10. 7716611; www.piazzadiscepoli.com. Glendale.
HEALTH / WELLNESS
Health Screenings, 9 a.m.-noon, Owens Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center, 7319 Montgomery Road. Blood pressure, weight, foot and spinal screenings. Walk-ins welcome. Free. Appointment requested. 7840084; www.owenschiroandrehabcenter.com. Silverton.
ON STAGE - COMEDY
Vince Morris, 8 p.m. Ages 18 and up. $12. Go Bananas, 984-9288; www.gobananascomedy.com. Montgomery.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Bring a Friend Bunco, 10:45 a.m. North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave. Bring a new person to play and receive two bonus punches. Dessert follows game. Registration required. 521-3462. North College Hill. S A T U R D A Y, J A N . 2 3
FARMERS MARKET
Turner Farm, 8:30 a.m. Turner Farm, 5617400; www.turnerfarm.org. Indian Hill.
FOOD & DRINK
Wine Bar Tasting, 2 p.m.-6 p.m. The Wine Store. Fifty cents per taste. 984-9463; www.the winestore.com. Montgomery. You Deserve a Night Out, 4:30 p.m.10:30 p.m. Apsara Restaurant, 4785 Lake Forest Drive. Sushi and select wine bottles available at 30 percent off. Reservations suggested. 5541040. Blue Ash.
HISTORIC SITES
Heritage Village Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Winter hours: By appointment only. Heritage Village Museum, $5, $3 ages 5-11. 5639484; www.heritagevillagecincinnati.org. Sharonville.
MUSIC - CLASSICAL
Linton Peanut Butter and Jam Sessions, 10 a.m. “Hit It.” Hands-on concert with percussion music of North and South America, Africa and Asia. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kenwood, 7701 Kenwood Road. Educational and interactive chamber music performance. Ages 2-6. Family friendly. $12 for four tickets; $4. Presented by Linton Peanut Butter & Jam Sessions. 381-6868. Kenwood.
PUBLIC HOURS
Glendale Heritage Preservation Museum, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Glendale Heritage Museum. Free, donations accepted. 771-4908. Glendale. Gorman Heritage Farm, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Gorman Heritage Farm, 10052 Reading Road. An environmentally responsible working farm. $5, $3 ages 3-17 and seniors, free for members. 563-6663; www.gormanfarm.org. Evendale.
RECREATION
Teen Night, 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Blue Ash YMCA, 5000 YMCA Drive. Hang out with friends and meet new ones, participate in basketball, soccer, swimming, cornhole, rock climbing, movies, YMCA Dance Club, Guitar Hero and Sing Star. Pizza and drinks available for purchase. Bring school ID. $6, $4 member. Registration required. 791-5000. Blue Ash. JCC Tween Scene, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Ice cream, Rock Band, Wii tournaments, gym games and indoor waterpark challenges. Wear gym shoes and socks, bring swimsuit and towel. $15. Registration required by Jan. 16. 7617500; www.jointhej.org. Amberley Village.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Bill Goodman’s Gun and Knife Show, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road. $7, $1 ages 12 and under. 502-538-3900; www.gunshow.net. Sharonville. International Combat Events, 8 p.m. ICE 44. Featuring Rich Belanich, Quinn Broomfield, Shaun Asher, Mark Meiners, Nick Ayers, Kyle Ayers, Doug Davidson, Leah Kipp, Daniel Ritchie and Jody Barker. Doors open 7 p.m. Metropolis, 125 Cincinnati Mills Drive. Mixed martial arts extreme cage fighting. $48, $43, $38, $28. 759-4488; www.cincymetropolis.com. Forest Park.
SPORTS
Cyclones Hockey Night, 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Blue Ash Recreation Center, 4433 Cooper Road. Includes transportation to Cyclones game, admission and food. Ages 10-14. $15. Presented by Blue Ash Recreation Department. 745-8550; www.blueash.com. Blue Ash. S U N D A Y, J A N . 2 4
COMMUNITY DANCE
Big Band Dance, 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Maple Knoll Village, 11100 Springfield Pike, auditorium. Includes snacks and soft drinks. Couples and singles welcome. Free dance lessons 1-2 p.m. $10. Presented by WMKV 89.3 FM. 782-4399. Springdale.
DUCATION LITERARY - STORY TIMES E More Than Money Matters Workshop, noonFancy Nancy Story Time, 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 7800 Montgomery Road. Posh stories by author Jane O’Connor and illustrator Robin Glasser. With Miss Linda. Free. 7949440. Kenwood.
MUSIC - BLUES
John Kogge, 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Jim Dandy’s Family BBQ, 2343 E. Sharon Road. Solo acoustic blues. 771-4888. Sharonville.
1:30 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave., Trinity Hall. Identify what is most important in your life, set goals and make good financial decisions. Learn to use basic money management tools to help you budget, reduce debt and find money to save. Free. Registration required. Presented by Thrivent Financial. 771-3991. Mount Healthy.
PROVIDED.
The Germania Society of Cincinnati is hosting the Masquerade Ball: Karneval Maskenball from 7:11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at the Atrium Hotel and Conference Center, 30 Tri-County Parkway, Springdale. It is the Mardi Gras Grand Maskenball. The theme is “Anything Goes.” Music by die Freudemacher. There will be a costume contest, cash bar and prizes. The cost is $15. Reservations are required. Call 829-2281 or visit www.germaniasociety.com.
FOOD & DRINK
Sunday Jazz Brunch, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Winter Wonderland Brunch. Sharon Woods Golf Course and Stonewood Banquet Center, 11355 Swing Road. Buffet featuring more than 25 items and made-to-order omelets. Jazz music by the Chris Comer Trio and Dan Barger on sax and flute. $13.95, $6.75 ages 2-12; free under 23 months; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 769-0624. Sharonville.
ON STAGE - OPERA
Oh Freedom!, 6 p.m. Landmark Church, 1600 Glendale Milford Road. Musical tribute to African-American history. $5. Presented by Cincinnati Opera. 512-241-2742. Evendale.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Bill Goodman’s Gun and Knife Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sharonville Convention Center, $7, $1 ages 12 and under. 502-538-3900; www.gunshow.net. Sharonville. M O N D A Y, J A N . 2 5
ART & CRAFT CLASSES
Scrapbooking, 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kenwood, 7701 Kenwood Road. Childcare is provided. Registration required. 891-1700. Kenwood. Beginning Art/Painting Class, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Whatever Works Wellness Center, 7433 Montgomery Road. $15. Registration recommended. 791-9428; www.whateverworkswellness.com. Silverton. Landscapes for Adults Art Class, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Continues Feb. 1, 8 and 22. LaBoiteaux Woods, 5400 Lanius Lane. Using dry and wet media, create winter landscapes. Includes practice exercises to gain comfort and skills with materials. All skill levels. All supplies provided. With Mary Provosty. Ages 18 and up. $50, $40 for city residents. Registration recommended. Presented by Cincinnati Park Board. 542-2909; www.cincyparks.com. College Hill.
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HEALTH / WELLNESS
JCC Next Step Nutritional Series with Jewish Hospital Weight Management, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Class addresses issues such as eating fast and lean in fast-food world, correct portion sizes, quick healthy meals and more. Ages 18 and up. $30. Registration recommended. 761-7500; www.jointhej.org. Amberley Village.
HOLIDAY - KING DAY
Tea in the Rose Garden with a King, 6:30 p.m. Greenhills Branch Library, 7 Endicott St. A tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with Ruth Ann Fogle. Free. Presented by Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County. 369-4441. Greenhills.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Brown Bag Lecture Series at Cincinnati Museum Center, 11 a.m. Cincinnati’s African American Community. North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave. Catch the bus at the senior center. Pack your lunch or purchase it at the Museum Center. 521-3462. North College Hill. T U E S D A Y, J A N . 2 6
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS DANCE CLASSES
Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472 Meeting, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Kenwood, 7701 Kenwood Road. Public speaking and leadership skills meeting. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Toastmasters Club No. 472. 351-5005. Kenwood. Unicorners Singles Square Dance Club, 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Trinity Lutheran Church, 1553 Kinney Ave. Experienced Western style square dancers and round dancers. Singles and couples welcome. $5. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Mount Healthy.
Beginner Square Dance Class, 7:30 p.m.9:30 p.m. Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. No prior dance experience necessary. Wear casual dress and smooth soled shoes. Free. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. Through Sept. 21. 929-2427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Dominoes, 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m. North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave. All experience levels. 521-3462. North College Hill.
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BUSINESS SEMINARS
Remarkable Résumé Roundup, 9:30 a.m.11:30 a.m. True North Achievement Center, 650 Northland Blvd. Suite 100, Meet oneon-one with certified career coach and résumé expert and receive feedback from peers during roundtable discussion. $69.95. Reservations required. Presented by ProTrain True North. 825-1555; www.careerachievementnetwork.com. Forest Park.
COMMUNITY DANCE
Choreographed Ballroom Dancing, 7 p.m.10 p.m. Parky’s Farm Hayloft Barn, 10073 Daly Road. Ballroom dance moves choreographed to various types of music. No prior dance experience is necessary. Wear casual attire and smooth-soled shoes. Free. 9292427; www.so-nkysdf.com. Springfield Township.
EDUCATION
Flying Cloud Academy of Vintage Dance Classes, 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m. Waltz, The Center for the Arts, 322 Wyoming Ave. No partner needed. Soft-soled shoes required. $8, $5 members and students with ID. No reservation needed. 733-3077; www.vintagedance.net. Wyoming.
RECREATION
Morning Miles, 8:30 a.m. Sharon Woods, 11450 Lebanon Road. A 2.6-mile walk around Sharon Lake. Meet at the Harbor. Free; vehicle permit required. Presented by Hamilton County Park District. 521-7275; www.greatparks.org. Sharonville.
SENIOR CITIZENS Ceramics, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. North College Hill Senior Center, 1586 Goodman Ave. Materials and training provided. Free. 521-3462. North College Hill.
COMMUNITY DANCE
Contra Dance, 8 p.m.-10 p.m. The Center for the Arts, 322 Wyoming Ave. Wear soft-soled shoes. No partner needed. Beginner’s workshop 7:30 p.m. $4, $1 ages 20 and under, free first time for newcomers. Presented by Cincinnati Contra Dancers. 859-291-6197; www.cincinnaticontradance.org. Wyoming.
COOKING CLASSES
Cooking with the Chef, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Five Seasons Country Club, 11790 Snider Road, cafe. Cooking demonstration followed by sampling of items with chefs from area restaurants. Ages 21 and up. $28. Registration required. Presented by Five Seasons Sports Country Club. 469-1400; www.fiveseasonssportsclub.com/cincinnati. Symmes Township.
DANCE CLASSES
Line Dance, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Springdale Community Center, 11999 Lawnview Ave. Dancing with Jerry and Kathy Helt, instructors. Wear smooth-soled shoes. Presented by Southwestern Ohio/Northern Kentucky Square Dancers Federation. 321-6776. Springdale.
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PROVIDED
Madcap Puppets tell the story of “Toby and the Ice Goblin,” Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 23-24, at the Cincinnati Art Museum. The Ice Goblin has kidnapped the elves who make winter snow and Toby must save them. Performances are at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Saturday and 1 and 3 p.m. Sunday. For tickets, call 513-721-ARTS (2787). Visit www.madcappuppets.com.
Vocal Lessons for Women, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Valley Temple, 145 Springfield Pike, For all singing abilities. Free. Presented by Cincinnati Sound Chorus. 554-2648. Wyoming. JCC Teen Beauty and Skin Care Class, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Mayerson JCC, 8485 Ridge Road. Learn about proper skin care, simple makeup application and products. Take home sample skin care kits. $45. 7617500; www.jointhej.org. Amberley Village.
PROVIDED
See cold-climate animals at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden during its Penguin Days Half-Price Zoo Admission daily through Feb. 28. There are special animal encounters on Saturdays and Sundays, such as penguin parades and polar bear Fish-Cicles. There are also indoor animal exhibits. Regular priced admission is $14, adults; $9, ages 2-12 and 62 and up. Under 2, free. Visit www.cincinnatizoo.org.
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Bookstores, atheists and spiritual hunger Bookstore titles reveal much about a people. One of many noticeable content changes in recent years is the increase of books by atheists. We might wonder why such authors are motivated to expend all that time and effort writing about something they believe doesn’t exist. The reason they write, of course, is because there’s a market for their books. We live at a difficult moment in history. We’re stuck between a growing secular system with which we are uncomfortable, and a religious system we may feel we cannot fully embrace. Countless people sense an emptiness or confusion and wonder “What do I really believe in?” A spirituality revolution is taking place. On one side of the cur-
rent indecision are writers who are atheists or agnostics. They present their arguments Father Lou i m p l y i n g Guntzelman it’s foolish Perspectives to still fall for the God stuff, organized religion, and beliefs other people instill in us. “Think for yourself and you’ll come to the same conclusion we do,” they insinuate. Currently many people are uneasy saying they are religious. They prefer to say they are spiritual rather than religious. Spiritual indicates they believe in God, prayer, the Bible, Jesus Christ, doing good for others, and possibly an afterlife
in heaven. Religious implies an adherence to all the beliefs a particular church may espouse, an association with that church’s historic or present flaws, a perceived legalism rather than personalism, and a moral prudishness. Recent polls have shown a surge in “nones,” i.e. people who profess they are not associated any longer with any religion. “The spirituality revolution is also discovered in the recent upwelling of spiritual feeling in young people throughout the world, who increasingly realize, often with some desperation, that society is in need of renewal, and that an awareness of spirit holds the key to our personal, social, and ecological survival,” writes David Tacey in “The Spirituality
Revolution.” Is this an era becoming more open to being led by God’s Holy Spirit, or, in our arrogance, do we imagine that we have outgrown the sacred and that the notions of soul and spirit are archaisms of a former era? Yet the hunger for the sacred has increased in our time and we don’t know how to respond. What is wisdom and what is delusion? What comprises spiritual health and unhealthiness in ourselves and others? Traditionally churches have distributed catechisms containing summations of beliefs. What seems needed now among searching and intelligent people are adequate contemporary explanations of beliefs. No longer can people be told just what to believe but convincingly
explained why it is believed as truth. One Catholic cardinal recently lamented the degree of “theological illiteracy” among the Church’s membership. Sandra M. Schneiders writes, “The theology which undergirded our spirituality in the past cannot be resuscitated, and intelligent people cannot live a spirituality which is theological bootless. We are, to large extent, running on theological empty.” In a scientific and technological culture, are there still intelligent people around whose hearts grasp the legitimacy of also living a belief in the transcendent? Consider the words of Albert Einstein: “The most beautiful emotion we can experience is the mysterious. It is the fundamental
emotion that stands at the cradle of all true art and science. He to whom this emotion is a stranger, who can no longer wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead, a snuffed out candle. “To sense that behind anything that can be experienced there is something that our minds cannot grasp, whose beauty and sublimity reaches us only indirectly: this is religiousness. In this sense, and in this sense only, I am a devoutly religious man.” Father Lou Guntzelman is a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Reach him at columns@ communitypress.com or contact him directly at P.O. Box 428541, Cincinnati, OH 45242. Please include a mailing address or fax number if you wish for him to respond.
Watch for exclusions on travel insurance policy When you book an airline ticket on the Internet these days the airlines ask if you’d like to buy travel insurance. But, you need to know not all travel insurance is alike. In fact, many of the disasters that drive the sale of these particular insurance policies are just not covered. Laura Mieling of Clifton thought she was protecting herself when she went on Delta Air Line’s Web site and booked a plane ticket for a vacation three months later. “They give you the option of travel insurance. I looked at the page and it says it’s covered if you and your family gets sick or dies, so that’s why I did it,” she said. Mieling’s 69-year-old mother had been home battling cancer for the past year and a half so she said she bought the insurance just in case she had to cancel the plane trip. A month before her trip her mother did become seriously ill. “She went into hospice, basically. We had the meeting and she decided to do hospice. The doctor with hospice said she had two weeks to live,” she said. Mieling immediately canceled her plane ticket and applied to the insurance company for a refund of the air fare. Her mother died the day before she was to have left on that vacation. A few days later she
s p o k e with the t r a v e l insurance company about the refund. “They s a i d , Howard Ain ‘Well, did Hey Howard! she have cancer?’ I said, ‘Yeah.’ She said, ‘Well, that’s a pre-existing condition so we can’t do it,’ ” said Mieling. Mieling said she never imagined this could happen, but after checking carefully through the insurance policy she did find that exclusion. She said, “They had the 20-something page policy that I didn’t bother to read – I don’t know who does. It said if it’s a pre-existing health condition you can’t get coverage. So, I said, ‘OK, they got me.’ ” Mieling checked the Internet and found dozens of other complaints about this same type of thing involving insurance policies sold on the Internet. A spokesman for that insurance company told me the policies sold on these Web sites are very inexpensive and so have exclusions contained in them. Instead of buying travel insurance from these Web sites, that insurance company spokesman said you can buy a policy from your travel agent and, while it will cost you more money, it will not have these exclusions.
Cincinnati Opera presents ‘Oh Freedom!’ Cincinnati Opera will present six community performances of “Oh Freedom!”, a musical tribute to African-American history, Jan. 16-Jan. 24. A performance will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, at Landmark Christian Church, 1600 Glendale-Milford Road, Evendale. Through storytelling and song, “Oh Freedom!” chronicles the African-American struggle from the slavery era through the Civil Rights Movement. This 45-minute familyfriendly piece features
soprano A n d r e a Jones Sojola and baritone Keith Dean performing a variety of music, from Sojola spirituals and gospel to opera arias including “Go Down Moses,” “Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing” and “Summertime.” Tickets are $5 at the door or in advance by calling 241-2742. For other performance locations, visit www.cincinnatiopera.org.
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He said that insurance company is considering adding a more comprehensive policy option to the Delta Air Lines Web site. If this option were offered, consumers would not only be more aware of
the exclusions, but they could have a choice of which type of policy to buy. A Delta spokeswoman told me the airline is following up with the insurance company on this suggestion.
Bottom line, before buying a travel insurance policy it’s important to carefully check out all the possible exclusions to make sure it will suit your needs. Troubleshooter Howard Ain
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1 chuck or other inexpensive roast, approx. 3 lbs. Oil for browning 1 ⁄4 cup hot water 3 ⁄4 teaspoon powdered ginger or 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1 ⁄4 cup soy sauce or more to taste 2 large onions, sliced 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1⁄4 cup cold water Salt and pepper to taste
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Brown beef in a small amount of oil. Cover with water, ginger, garlic, soy sauce and onion. Cover and simmer about two to three hours, until tender, adding water as needed, about 1 cup.
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I can’t believe I finally found this recipe in a stack, sent last year to me by Rosemary Auer who lives downtown. She and I had a nice chat when I was doing a demo at Macy’s Fountain Place. I hope Rosemary forgives me for just now finding it. You can add more ketchup or more vinegar and/or oil. 1
⁄2 cup each: ketchup and sugar 1 ⁄3 cup each: oil and red wine vinegar 21⁄2 tablespoons grated onion (I’d go to taste on this) 1 ⁄2 teaspoon each: paprika, chili powder, salt, dry mustard, celery seed
Campbell’s Barn Restaurant & Saloon’s peanut butter pie
This restaurant on Ohio Pike, near Amelia, is serving up some mighty good food. I can’t wait to go there again and check out all the new offerings. I’ve had several requests for this pie, including Diana Salmon, who absolutely loves it. Tracy Luginbuhl, owner, graciously shared this recipe, which originated with Our Place Restaurant. Campbell’s makes this pie in large quantities, and I
appreciate them working out a home version. Now if you can’t find a 10-inch pie shell, go ahead and use what you have, knowing that you may have some filling left over. The Restaurant also serves a much-requested red wine vinegar Catalina type salad dressing, also originating from Our Place Restaurant. 1 pie shell, 10-inch, baked and cooled 16 oz. crunchy peanut butter 1 pound confectioner’s sugar Large container Cool Whip, thawed, or use whipping cream and whip until stiff Large box vanilla instant pudding Mix peanut butter with sugar. It should be crumbly. Add a bit more sugar if you need to so it crumbles between your fingers. Mix pudding according to directions, add 1 cup Cool Whip and allow to chill. Then mix 3⁄4 peanut butter mixture in with pudding mixture. Cover top with rest of Cool Whip and sprinkle rest of peanut butter mixture on top.
Good cookie icing
This icing dries hard so cookies can be stacked After you make the icing, color as desired. For Marlene, a Northern Ky. reader.
Mix together:
1 cup confectioner’s sugar, sifted 2 teaspoons milk or water 2 teaspoons light corn syrup
Handheld counter
A while back, a reader wrote in wanting to know where she could buy one of those handheld counters that were popular back in the 1970s for adding up grocery and store purchases. Known as "Handy Adder," "Quick Adder" or "Pocket Adder," these little plastic calculators are no longer made and hard to track down. My editor Lisa's mom recently found hers. If anybody knows where to buy one, write in and let us know.
Guru in our backyard
Tips from Stephanie’s Seasoning Blends: Stephanie Laybourne is the proprietor of Stephanie’s Seasoning Blends, which are sold locally. Her blends make excellent marinades when mixed with extra virgin olive oil and vinegar, a 4:1 ratio. One of my favorites is her sea salt blend sprinkled on steamed veggies, grilled salmon and roasted potatoes. Her blends are wonderful when you’re starting children out with seasonings, as they are ultra flavorful and healthier than simply sprinkling on salt, which we tend to use too much of. Check her out at stephanieseasoning.com. Rita Nader Heikenfeld is Macy’s certified culinary professional and family herbalist, an educator and author. E-mail her at columns@communitypress.com with “Rita’s kitchen” in the subject line. Or call 513-2487130, ext. 356. Visit Rita at www.Abouteating.com.
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Remove meat. Add cornstarch mixture to sauce and stir until thick. Adjust seasonings. (May need to add a bit more cornstarch dissolved in a small amount of cold water). Serve over noodles or mashed potatoes.
get rid of all my paper files. I tell them these files are my security blanket. I don’t trust Rita computerHeikenfeld generated anything. Rita’s kitchen I did find a whole bunch of wonderful recipes from readers like Mary Pollock, who sent me a wheat-free gingerbread muffin recipe for Pat Landrum, and a nice lady who personally delivered a “perfect pound cake recipe.” I hope to get to all of these soon.
The H1N1 flu virus is still prevalent across the nation and the American Red Cross encourages everyone to get vaccinated against the virus, now that the vaccine is widely available. To find out where vaccinations are offered, visit flu.gov for a list of locations by Zip Code. “Although the second wave of the H1N1 influenza pandemic is on the decline, it is important to be pre-
pared for a potential third wave,” said Susan Duncan, Lead Disaster Nurse for the Cincinnati Area Chapter of the American Red Cross. “Keep in mind that the best defense against H1N1 and any seasonal influenza virus is a good offence: eat right, get plenty of rest, drink plenty of water and practice good hand washing etiquette.” In the fall of 2009, the supply of H1N1 vaccine was limited, but now the vaccine is readily available. The vaccine was developed in the same manner as the seasonal flu vaccine, manufactured using the same standards and quality control measures and is considered safe. Even though the number
of people getting the flu is decreasing, the H1N1 virus is still a threat. In the past, seasonal flu usually peaked in January or February and occurred as late as May. H1N1 first appeared in the spring of 2009, and reoccurred in the fall. Officials for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention caution that they still don't know what seasonal flu outbreaks will be like this year, and if there will be additional waves of H1N1. Besides vaccination, there are also other simple steps to take to help prevent the spread of the flu: • Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or sleeve – cough into the elbow area, not hands.
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Girl Scout cookies now on sale Now through Jan. 26, girls in the greater Cincinnati area will be taking Girl Scout cookie orders. This year Girl Scout cookies are available in eight varieties and sell for $3.50 per package. Varieties include Thin Mints, Shortbreads, Caramel DeLites, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Peanut Butter Patties, Lemonades, Thanks-A-Lots and Reduced Fat Daisy Go Rounds (a crispy cinnamon snack). All proceeds from the sale of Girl Scout cookies stay in the local communi-
ty.
“Our annual Girl Scout Cookie activities, in addition to United Way funding, help us make the Girl Scout experience available to all girls who wants to participate,” said Barbara J. Bonifas, Girl Scouts of Western Ohio CEO. In addition to money earned by the girls, Girl Scout cookie proceeds fund vital services such as leader training and camp operations, as well as a wide variety of Girl Scout program initiatives.
IN THE SERVICE Pryor joins Army
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From left: Dianne Bohmer McGoron of Sycamore Township, Judy Office of Blue Ash, Bethany Bohmer of Hyde Park, Amy Penenkamp of Evendale, Susan Montag of Mount Lookout and Stephanie Dawson of Mason.
Preview party launches fundraiser
marketing director Lindsey Huttenbauer. Food was provided by Saks Fifth Avenue and Oriental Wok, with music provided by the Blue Wisp Jazz Club. For more information about The Wellness Community, call 791-4060 or visit www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati.
The Sharonville Chamber of Commerce will host the business lunch “Think Thin and Be Thin...You’ll Win!” 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21, at Elements Conference and Event Centre, 11974 Lebanon Road, Sharonville. The presenter will be certified personal trainer Anthony Reed, who recently lost 378 pounds. Reed will talk about gastric bypass surgery and the expectations from it. He’ll also include how he lost the weight without joining a fitness center. Cost to attend is $25 for members and $35 for nonmembers; includes lunch. To RSVP, contact the chamber office at 554-1722 or info@sharonvillechamber.com or visit www.sharonvillechamber.c om.
‘Super Lawyers’
Frederic L. Goeddel, a partner with the Drew Law Firm, has been named to the 2010 Super Lawyers list. The 2010 Super Lawyers list appears in three January 2010 publications: the special sections of Cincinnati Magazine and Northern
Service news is printed on a space-available basis. Deliver it to our office no later than noon Wednesday, one week before publication. Mail announcements and photographs to: The Community Press, 394 Wards Corner Road, Suite 170, Loveland, Ohio, 45140 Send a S.A.S.E. for photo return. E-mail tricountypress@communitypres s.com with “In the service” in the subject line, or fax items to 248-1938. Questions? Call 248-8600. manent duty station. He will report to Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C., for basic training in June 2010. He is the son of Marcus and Rose Pryor of Silverton.
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Ohio Live as well as Ohio S u p e r Lawyers magazine. The selective list h i g h l i g h ts Goeddel attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The Super Lawyers were chosen through a multiphase process that included statewide nominations, peer review in practice areas and independent research on candidates. Only five percent of lawyers in Ohio are named Super Lawyers. Goeddel’s primary area of concentration is family law, including divorces, dissolutions, property division, support and alimony issues, custody and visitation matters. He lives in Wyoming.
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Nathaniel Lampley Jr., an attorney at the law firm of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP, has also been named to the 2010 Super Lawyers list. Lampley practices in the areas of employment and labor. He lives in Wyoming.
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Gretchen Cataline and Michael Walsh of San Antonio, Texas are pleased to announce their engagement. Gretchen is the daughter of Albert and Deborah Cataline of Gahanna, Ohio. Michael is the son of James and Karen Walsh of Cincinnati, Ohio. Gretchen graduated from Ohio University in 2007 with a B.S. in Communication Studies and from Arizona State University in 2009 with a M.Ed. in Special Education. Michael graduated from Ohio University in 2008 with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and is currently a graduate student at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. The couple will exchange vows at St. Leo Church in Columbus, Ohio on June 19, 2010.
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More than 300 friends and supporters of The Wellness Community, a local non-profit cancer support agency, enjoyed an evening of fun, food, entertainment, and of course shopping, at Saks Fifth Avenue during a stylish in-store preview party that ushered in Saks’ 11th annual Key to the Cure charitable shopping initiative to fight women’s cancers. Key to the Cure is a national shopping event sponsored by Saks Fifth Avenue and the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund benefiting local cancer-related programs and non-profits across the country. Since its inception in 1999, the event has raised more than $32 million nationwide. Two percent of local sales will be directed to The Wellness Community to help fund the non-profit
Marcus H. Pryor has joined the United States Army under the delayed entry program. Pryor graduated in 2004 from Wyoming High School, and received a bachelor’s degree in 2008 from the College of Mount St. Joseph. The program gives young men and women the opportunity to delay entering active duty for up to one year. The enlistment gives the new soldier the option to learn a new skill, travel and become eligible to receive as much as $50,000 toward a college education. After completion of basic military training, soldiers receive advanced individual training in their career job specialty prior to being assigned to their first per-
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RELIGION Brecon United Methodist Church
Friendship Baptist Church 8580 Cheviot Rd 741-7017 Gary Jackson, Senior Pastor Sunday School 10:00am Sunday Morning Services 8:45 & 11:00am Sunday Evening Services 6:30pm Wednesday Service 7:00pm AWANA (Wed) 7:00 - 8:45pm Well staffed Nursery, Active Youth & College Groups, Exciting Music Dept, Seniors Group, Deaf Ministry www.friendshipbaptistcincinnati.org
ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Martin Dr Porres Catholic Church
9927 Wayne Ave * Lincoln Hts, Ohio 45215 513-554-4010 Pastor: Fr Thomas Difolco African American in History & Heritage Roman Catholic in Faith & Practice Services: Saturday at 7:00p & Sunday at 10:00a You are always welcome at St. Martin de Porres
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 GlendaleEpiscopalChurch 965 Forest Ave - 771-1544 christchurch1@fuse.net www.christchurchglendale.org The Reverend Roger L Foote The Reverend Laura L Chace, Deacon 8am Holy Eucharist I 9am Holy Eucharist II 11am Holy Eucharist II Child Care 9-11 Healing intercessory prayer all services
UNITED METHODIST Monfort Heights United Methodist Church
3682 West Fork Rd , west of North Bend Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Contemporary Worhip 9:44am
Nursery Available * Sunday School 513-481-8699 * www. mhumc.org Spiritual Checkpoint ... Stop In For An Evaluation!
Mt Healthy United Methodist Church
Corner of Compton and Perry Streets 931-5827 Sunday School 8:45 - 9:45am Traditional Worship 10:00 - 11:00am Contemporary Worship 11:30 - 12:30 Healing Service, last Sunday of the month at 5 pm "Come as a guest. Leave as a friend".
Sharonville United Methodist
8:15 & 11am Traditional Service & Kingdom Kids 9:30am Contemporary Worship & Sunday School 7:00pm Wednesday, Small Groups for all ages Infant care available for all services
3751 Creek Rd.
513-563-0117
www.sharonville-umc.org
NON-DENOMINATIONAL VINEYARD CHURCH NORTHWEST COLERAIN TOWNSHIP Three Weekend Services! Saturday - 5:30 pm Sunday - 9:30 & 11:15 am 9165 Round Top Rd (1/4 mi. so. of Northgate Mall)
Church of God of Prophecy
The church hosts Sunday School at 10 a.m. and worship is at 11 a.m. Sundays. Bible Study is at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The church is at 8105 Beech Ave., Deer Park; 793-7422.
Church of the Saviour United Methodist
Men's Basketball meets from 7-9 p.m. every Thursday in the church gym. All able bodied men (and maybe not so able bodied men) are invited for some exercise. New Knitting Group will meet at 1:30 p.m. the first and third Thursdays of each month - February 4 and 18. Knitters of all skill levels are invited. Knitters can bring their own project or use provided supplies. A Welcome Coffee for women will be 9:30 a.m., on Jan. 29, in the church parlor. Call the church to reserve childcare. Kids Morning Ou 9 a.m. to noon every Monday through Thursday. Open to children 6 months to Kindergarten. The cost is $10 for one child and $15 for families of two or more. Senior Men’s Fellowship meets at 11:30 a.m. every Tuesday for lunch at the church. Bring your lunch; coffee is provided, and no reservations are necessary. The church is located at 8005 Pfeiffer Road, Cincinnati; 791-3142; www.cos-umc.org.
Connections Christian Church
The church has contemporary worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. The church is at 7421 East Galbraith Road, Madeira; 791-8348.
Epiphany United Methodist Church
The church’s winter Hoxworth Blood Drive will be 2-8 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 28, in the Social Hall. Call the church office to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome. Worship times are: Contemporary worship at 5 p.m. Saturdays, contemporary worship at 9 a.m. Sundays and traditional worship at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. DivorceCare starts from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20. Childcare is available. Contact Pastor Lisa to register at lisa.k.eumc@zoomtown.com. New Sermon Series at all services “Marriage 911.” It offers practical help to save or strengthen your marriage. Topics will include expectations, fidelity and communication in marriage and important relationships. Along with this series, check out the church’s resource table that will include books, curriculum, and small group studies for couples, singles, widowed, and young people looking toward a future including marriage. The church is at 6635 LovelandMiamiville Road, Loveland; 6779866.
Faith Christian Fellowship Church
Rock Church ministry for seventh through 12th grade meets the third Saturday of each month 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Features DJ, dancing, games, prizes and concessions. The church is at 6800 School St., Newtown; 271-8442.
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LUTHERAN Christ Lutheran Church (LCMS)
Sunday School 10:15
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PRESBYTERIAN Northminster Presbyterian Church 703 Compton Rd., Finneytown 931-0243 Transforming Lives for Jesus Christ Sunday Worship Schedule Traditional Services: 8:00 & 10:15am Contemporary Services: 9:00 & 11:30am Student Cafe: 10:15am Childcare Available Jeff Hosmer & Nancy Ross- Zimmerman - Pastors
9:30 am Traditional Service 11:00 am Contemporary Service 4695 Blue Rock Road Colerain Township South of Ronald Reagan and I-275 923-3370 www.hopeonbluerock.org
Trinity Lutheran Church, LCMS 5921 Springdale Rd 1mi west of Blue Rock
Rev Lyle Rasch, Pastor
Worship 10:30 am Sunday School: 9:20 am Traditional Service and Hymnbook
www.lutheransonline.com/joinus
385-7024
Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA)
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Taiwanese Ministry 769-0725
Pastor Todd A. Cutter
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
UNITED METHODIST
FLEMING ROAD United Church of Christ
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www. trinitymthealthy.org 513-522-3026
1553 Kinney Ave, Mt. Healthy
Worship: 8:30 am traditional - 10:45 am contemporary Sunday School: 9:45 am Nursery provided
Christ, the Prince of Peace United Methodist Church 10507 “Old” Colerain Ave (513) 385-7883 Rev. Meghan Howard, Pastor Church School for all ages 9:15am Worship 10:30am - Nursery Available www.cpopumc.com “Small enough to know you, Big enough to care”
CHURCH OF THE SAVIOUR 8005 Pfeiffer Rd Montgmry 791-3142 www.cos-umc.org "Playing in God’s Symphony: Observe the Rests")
Traditional Worship 8:20am & 11:00am Contemporary Worship 9:40am Sunday School (All ages) 9:40 & 11am
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691 Fleming Rd 522-2780 Rev Pat McKinney
Sunday School - All Ages - 9:15am Sunday Worship - 10:30am
Nursery Provided
680 W Sharon Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45240
513-825-3040
Traditional Service: 9:30am ConneXion Contemporary Service: 11:15am Sunday School: 10:30am
All youth groups now meet at 6 p.m. every Sunday night beginning with supper, a short worship service and group sessions. The church is at 360 Robin Ave., Loveland; 683-2525; www.LPCUSA.org.
Loveland United Methodist
The new service times are 8:30 to 9:20 a.m. for the Traditional Service, 9:40 to 10:40 a.m. for the Contemporary Service and Sunday School and 11 a.m. to noon for the Blended Service and Sunday School. Join the United Methodist Women from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. the first Thursday morning of each month for UMW, a time of fellowship, devotion and ministry at LUMC. The purpose of the UMW is “to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church.” The church is at 10975 S. Lebanon Road, Loveland; 683-1738.
Mount Washington Presbyterian Church
Sunday morning services are the 9:30 a.m. Morning Glory service and the 11 a.m. traditional worship service. The church is at 6474 Beechmont Ave.; 231-2650, www.mwpcchurch.org.
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Women’s Ministry meets the third Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. On Feb. 20 the guest speaker will be Pastor Grant Eckhart who will talk about women in the Bible. Seniors are invited to the Epiphany Party at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 21 for lunch at O’Charley’s 5262 Fields Ertel. Sign up at the church. The church is at 101 South Lebanon Road, Loveland; 683-4244.
For more information call Ginny at
St. Paul United Church of Christ 5312 Old Blue Rock Rd., off Springdale
513-853-2284
Pastor: Jessica Taft 385-9077 Sunday Worship: 10:30am Sunday School: 9:15am
for your free “My Life” planning guide and consultation.
Nursery Available/Handicap Access
www.stpaulucccolerain.org
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St Paul - North College Hill
6997 Hamilton Ave 931-2205 Rev. Virginia Duffy, Interim Minister Lollie Kasulones, Minister for Program Evelyn Osterbrock, Minister for Children Sundays: Music & Announcement 9:45am Worship at 10:00am Sunday School and Child Care Nurtured And Fellowship Groups For All Ages www.stpaulnch.org
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Kenwood Fellowship Church
The church has a new contemporary worship service from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturdays. The services will feature contemporary worship music in a relaxed atmosphere with biblical teaching that will resonate with the fast-paced lifestyles that many of us find ourselves in today. The church is at 7205 Kenwood Road; 891-9768.
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Dr. Cathy Johns, Senior Pastor Rev. Doug Johns, Senior Pastor
The church is offering weekly adult Sunday school classes and monthly mid-week contemplative services and labyrinth walks. Visit www.hydeparkchurch.com for dates, times and locations. Nursery care for infants is provided each Sunday from 8:15 to 11:45 a.m. The church is at 1345 Grace Ave.; 871-1345.
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Hyde Park Community United Methodist Church
The church conducts worship at 10:30 a.m., Sundays and Divine Providence Study Group the first four Sundays of the month from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. The church is located at 9035 E. Kemper Road, Montgomery; 4899572.
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Northwest Community Church
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Faith Lutheran Church
The church is hosting Scrapbooking from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. nearly every third Monday. Free childcare is provided. You must register by 5 p.m. Friday before the Monday event. For more information, call the church at 891-1700. The dates are: Jan. 25, Feb. 22, March 15, April 19, May 17, June 7, July 19 and Aug. 16. The church is at 7701 Kenwood Road, Kenwood; 891-1700.
Loveland Presbyterian Church
513-385-4888
3301 Compton Rd (1 block east of Colerain) 385-8342 Sunday School & Bible Class (all ages) 9:45am Sunday Worship 8:30 & 11:00am Saturday Evening Worship 5:30pm A great community church in a great community! Also home to Little Bud Preschool 385-8404 enrolling now! Visit our website: www.church-lcms.org
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
(513) 771-7681
www.springgrove.org
11200 Princeton Pike
Cincinnati, Ohio 45246
0000378598
INDEPENDENT BAPTIST
Sunday Worship Services are 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. with Adult Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Children’s Church is during the 10:45 a.m. hour. All guests and visitors are welcome. The church is at 7388 East Kemper Road, Sycamore Township; 4897021.
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River Hills Christian Church
Thriving Moms is a group for moms of infants through high school students; meets weekly to receive encouragement and instruction, make friends and have fun; held 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.; child care provided. There is a Christian counselor as the parent coach, as well as a mentor mom. Call 5830371. The church is at 6300 Price Road, Loveland; 677-7600.
St. Paul Community United Methodist Church
St. Paul Church services are 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. for Traditional Worship and 9:30 a.m. for Contemporary Worship with Praise Band. Sunday School and childcare is provided for all services. The church is continuing the 2010 New Year Sermon Series: “Shortcuts for a Faith-Filled Future!” On Jan. 24, the sermon “BFF! (Best Friends Forever... the Model of True Friendship)” based on the scripture readings John 15:12-15; Proverbs 18:24. The church is at 8221 Miami Road, Madeira; 891-8181; www.stpaulcommunityumc.org.
Sharonville United Methodist Church
Sharonville United Methodist Church has services; 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. are traditional worship format, and the 9:30 a.m. service is contemporary. SUMC welcomes all visitors and guests to attend any of its services or special events. The church is at 3751 Creek Road, Sharonville; 563-0117.
Sycamore Christian Church
Sunday Worship Service is at 10:30 a.m. Bible Study is at 9 a.m. every Sunday. The church is hosting Ladies WOW Study Group (Women on Wednesdays) at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday of every month. The event includes light refreshments and a study of Beth Moore’s “Stepping Up.” The church hosts Adult and Youth Bible Studies at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. The church is at 6555 Cooper Road, Sycamore Township; 891-7891, www.sycamorechristianchurch.
Truelight Missionary Baptist Church
The church offers services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays, and 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The pastor is Chris Mobley. The church is at 4311 Eastern Ave., Columbia Tusculum; 256-0132.
Zion Lutheran Church
Worship services are held weekly at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., both services offer nursery care and children’s church is available for the 11 a.m. service. A variety of interesting Christian education opportunities are offered for young children, youth, high schoolers and adults at 9:45 a.m., between worship services each week. The church is at 1175 Birney Lane, Mount Washington; 231-2253.
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Even indoor plants take it slow on their winter break Now that winter is here, the plants outdoors are taking a break, and believe it or not, the ones indoors are too! During the winter months, in general, indoor plants have a much lower rate of growth. And although some new growth may occur, for the most part these indoor plants are taking a rest. With that in mind, here are a few tips to help get your indoor plants successfully through the winter months: 1) With the shorter darker days of winter, move
your plants to a well-lit area, to try and give them as much light as possible. Do expect Ron Wilson some leaf so In the drop, garden don’t panic if that occurs. 2) Don’t fertilize as often; we’re not trying to promote new growth. Maybe half the regular rate once a month at the most, using a water-soluble fertilizer. 3) With less growth,
chances are your plants will need less water. Only water as needed (always use warm water); for most plants let the soil get close to dry before watering again. Use your finger or moisture meter to determine soil moisture levels, and never let water sit in the saucer below the pot. 4) Don’t do much pruning now, with exception to removal of yellowing or dead leaves. 5) Don’t repot your indoor plants now – wait until we get closer to spring. 6) Winter air inside
homes can be very dry, so try to provide more humidity for your indoor plants. Grouping plants together to create their own little microclimate will help. You may even try using large saucers filled with gravel and water, and place the plants on top for natural humidity. Humidifiers will help as well. And be sure to keep your plants away from sources of hot or cold air drafts. 7) Watch for insect problems. A good spray of water from the faucet helps wash off many bugs, followed up
by a careful spraying of insecticides labeled for plants and indoor use. Insecticidal soaps are good, but read the labels for restrictions. For those tougher sucking insects like scale and mites, you may try the soaps as well as a systemic insecticide, applied to the soil and then taken up inside the plant. 8) And one last trick for indoor plants. They love to take a shower! Wrap the pot in a plastic bag to prevent the soils from clogging the drain, and place your plants in the
shower with lukewarm water. This cleans the foliage, washes off bugs, and just makes them feel a whole lot better! So enjoy your indoor plants this winter. It won’t be long until you’ll be sending them back outdoors to enjoy the summer weather! Ron Wilson is marketing manager for Natorp’s Inc. Garden Stores and is the garden expert for 55KRC-AM and Local 12. You can reach him at columns@communitypress.com
Matthew 25: Ministries prepares disaster relief for Haiti
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Club offers fellowship, fun, service Riverboat cruises, collections for Neediest Kids of All, astronomy lectures, and jazz performances are all part of the mix for the 55+ Club of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7701 Kenwood Road, Kenwood. Membership is open in this friendly group of seniors who meet the first Tuesday of every month for lunch and programs. “There are no strangers in this group,” said 55+ Club President Robert “Buzz” Dorward. Newcomers will feel the warmth of this group on their first visit, said Dorward of Loveland. The club kicked off its 25th year at the church across from Kenwood Mall with a performance by the Sycamore High School Touring Company at its January luncheon and hosts a Valentine program at noon Feb. 2 with nationallyknown humorist and singer Gary Griesser. The 25th anniversary will be celebrated at the March 2 meeting with Vicki Kimble, 2006 World Champion balloon artist. A gala event is planned with surprises. “A variety of programs gives people an excellent opportunity to experience great talent while enjoying fellowship,” Dorward said. The 55+ Club is open to seniors of the congregation and the community. There are no membership dues, but reservations are
required for the luncheons to pay for the meals which are catered. Since 1985, the club has grown with as many as 160 people attending the luncheon meetings. Active members include those of Good Shepherd Lutheran as well as a large number from other denominations and others who do not regularly attend church. The monthly luncheon meetings occur on the first Tuesday of each month, except for July, with a catered hot meal and a variety of speakers and programs including inspirational, musical, humorous, informational and cultural. A board of trustees directs the planning of activities. A monthly newsletter keeps everyone informed of events. There is even more to this Christian fellowship group. Community service, special interest groups including crafts and cards, and some travel opportunities are part of the 55+ Club experience. The group’s philosophy is to promote congregational and community outreach for fellowship and service. That’s what makes the club special, according to longtime member and former president Don DeVore of Montgomery. “The fellowship and outreach are very important,” DeVore said.
Club members decorated a Christmas tree at the church over the holiday with stuffed animals, toys, games and gift cards for youngsters in need in the community. They also opened their hearts and wallets to the Neediest Kids of All with a donation of $451 – a 59 percent increase over last year. In February, members are encouraged to bring jars of jelly and jam for NEEDS (North East Emergency Distribution Services). Some efforts are ongoing including providing recycled prescription medicine containers. The 55+ Club asks members and the Good Shepherd congregation to drop off empty containers at the church. The result is substantial monthly collections. Matthew 25: Ministries sends the pill bottles to overseas clinics where patients don’t have a way, other than banana peels or scraps of fabric, to take home life-saving medical supplies. Special interest groups with the 55+ Club are the Crafters which meet regularly to create crafts and centerpieces for the monthly luncheons and the Fun Bunch which meets regularly for card and board games. Travel opportunities include La Comedia for dinner theater performances, river cruises, and day trips.
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Mettey. “Haiti is an extremely poor country. Many houses are made of fragile and impermanent materials and quite a few are built on mountainsides. We already know a hospital has collapsed. We expect the results of this disaster to be catastrophic.” Matthew 25: Ministries is already in contact with their partners in Haiti, working to identify areas of need and the most urgently needed disaster relief.
REUNIONS Princeton High School Class of 1970 – will have its 40th reunion on June 25 and 26. A buffet is planned for 7-11 p.m. Friday, June 25, at Raffel’s Banquet Hall in Evendale. The class will also meet from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at Sharon Woods, on Saturday, June 26, at Cardinal Crest camp site for a cookout. All classmates should contact Jim Young at jyoung4256@yahoo.com or Janice (Renner) Wilkins at Janice.Wilkins@hamiltonmrdd.org.
The organization is accepting these items for disaster relief: cash donations; canned and nonperishable food; personal care products; and cleaning products Shipments of aid will be departing from Matthew 25 as soon as the organization is able to confirm access to the affected areas. For additional information, contact Matthew 25 at 793-6256 or visit www.m25m.org.
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Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization located at 11060 Kenwood Road in Blue Ash, is responding quickly to requests for aid as the result of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti Jan. 12. “We anticipate heavy damage and casualties as a result of this disaster,” said Matthew 25: Ministries’ vice-president and disaster relief coordinator Tim
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POLICE REPORTS
EVENDALE
Arrests/citations
Brandon Brogan, 24, 3277 Yelton Lane, illegal processing of drug documents at 3105 Glendale Milford Road, Dec. 31. Danny Knapp, 23, 1521 Hunt Road, illegal processing of drug documents at 3105 Glendale Milford Road, Dec. 31. Sean Bolton, 30, 425 Mill St., complicity, contributing to the unruliness or delinquency of a child at 2801 Cunningham Drive, Dec. 31. William Jones, 60, 6250 Dellcrest Drive, operating vehicle intoxicated at Reading Road, Dec. 31.
Incidents/investigations Criminal simulation
Counterfeit bill passed at 1545 Glendale- Milford Road, Dec. 28.
Theft
Wallet and contents removed at 10765 Reading Road, Dec. 31.
On the Web
Our interactive CinciNavigator map allows you to pinpoint the loction of police reports in your neighborhood. Visit: Cincinnati.com/evendale Cincinnati.com/glendale Cincinnati.com/sharonville Cincinnati.com/springdale Cincinnati.com/wyoming
SHARONVILLE
Arrests/citations
Daniel Burciaga, 26, 3949 Transmountain, possession of drugs at 11620 Chester Road, Jan. 2. Chen Boreaksmey, 25, 11601 Timber Ridge Lane, operating vehicle intoxicated at Interstate 275, Jan. 1. Juan Aalmorez-Lopez, 34, 11424
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS EVENDALE
10485 Reading Road: Evendale Office Condominiums LLC to General Electric Credit Union; $359,366. 9703 Otterbein Road: Rice John W. to Mattox Lindsey M.; $94,000.
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70 Lake Ave.: Dixon Louis Jr. & Deborah Roe to Gomez Alberto P. & Ana R.; $430,000. 70 Lake Ave.: Dixon Louis Jr. & Deborah Roe to Gomez Alberto P. & Ana R.; $430,000.
SPRINGDALE
707 Ledro St.: Starkey Robert Lee to Ertel Robert D.; $87,500.
About real estate transfers
Information is provided as a public service by the office of Hamilton County Auditor Dusty Rhodes. Neighborhood designations are approximate.
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Lebanon Road, assault at 11424 Lebanon Road, Dec. 30.
Incidents/investigations Aggravated robbery
$186.33 taken with threat of gun at 11790 Lebanon Road, Jan. 2.
Burglary
Residence entered at 10952 Lemarie, Jan. 1.
Interference with custody
Reported at 11369 Lippelman Road, Jan. 4.
Theft
Reported at 2523 Crescentville Road, Jan. 2. Rifle, TV, CDs, DVDs and Ipod valued at $600 removed at 11457 Chester Road, Jan. 1. Purse and contents of unknown value removed at 11473 Chester Road, Jan. 1.
SPRINGDALE
Arrests/citations
John Logan, 23, 1098 Princeton
Square, assault at 1391 Crescentville Road, Jan. 4. Dawone Carr, 20, 1271 Byrd Ave., assault, abduction, aggravated burglary, theft, Jan. 4. Muhammad Muwatta, 56, 217 12Th St., disorderly conduct at 600 Kemper Circle, Jan. 2. Mary Hudson, 30, 1310 Franklin Ave., theft at 300 Kemper Road, Jan. 2. Ronald Jasper, 41, 270 Sharon West, discharging firearm at 270 Sharon West, Jan. 2. Patrick Jasper, 19, 9254 Chase Lane, discharging firearm at 270 Sharon West, Jan. 2. Ricky Meadows, 20, 4146 South St., misuse of credit card, receiving stolen property at 6068 Plainfield Road, Jan. 1.
Incidents/investigations Breaking and entering
Property entered and copper piping valued at $300 removed at 841 Summerfield Lane, Jan. 1.
Criminal damaging
Vehicle tires flattened at 11781 Rose
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Do you know what to do in case of a winter storm, or what the difference between a winter storm watch and warning? Don’t worry – the Cincinnati Area Chapter of the American Red Cross has the answers, and can get you ready for when those white flakes start falling. A winter storm watch means a winter storm is possible in your area. If a storm watch is issued, watch for changing weather conditions and avoid unnecessary travel. A winter storm warning means the winter storm is on its way. When a storm warning is issued, stay indoors. A blizzard warning means your area is headed for blinding, wind-driven
About the Red Cross
The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. The Cincinnati Area Chapter serves a 25county area in Southwestern Ohio, Northern Kentucky and Southeastern Indiana. American Red Cross and the United Way of Greater Cincinnati - partners in fundraising. snow, heavy winds, and dangerous wind chills and you should seek shelter immediately. “It is very important to
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Female reported at Grandin, Jan. 5. Reported at Springfield Pike, Jan. 4. Reported at Elkridge, Jan. 4. Reported at Lawnview Ave., Jan. 3. Female reported at Grandin, Jan. 3. Reported at Cornavin Court, Jan. 2.
Theft
Bag and merchandise valued at $120 removed at 11700 Princeton Pike, Jan. 3. Jewelry box and jewelry valued at $4,355 removed at 11813 Mangrove Lane, Jan. 1. Vehicle entered and $343 removed at 364 Cameron Road, Dec. 31.
WYOMING
Arrests/citations
Wyoming police reported no arrests or citations
Incidents/investigations
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 Gary Foust, 563-2249 or 563-0289; Glendale, Chief Dave Warman, 771-7645 or 7717882; Sharonville, Chief Mike Schappa, 563-1147; Springdale, Chief Mike Laage, 346-5790; Wyoming, Chief Gary J. Baldauf, 821-0141.
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know the difference between the types of winter storms in your area,” said Ron Hakes, director of disaster services for the chapter. “What is more important however, is being equipped the appropriate supplies at all times so that no matter where you are or what level of emergency the storm has reached you are always prepared.” Follow these tips to stay safe and warm during the storm: • Do not use candles for lighting if the power goes out. Use flashlights only. • Use generators correctly – never operate a generator inside your home, including the basement or garage. Do not hook up a generator directly to your home’s wiring. The safest thing to do is to connect the equipment you want to power directly to the outlets on the generator. • Don’t forget your pets – bring them indoors. If you can’t bring them inside, provide adequate shelter to keep them warm and make sure they can get to unfrozen water.
If you must go outside
• Wear layered lightweight clothing, which will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Gloves (or mittens) and a hat will prevent loss of body heat. Cover your mouth to protect your lungs. • Wear waterproof,
insulated boots to keep your feet warm and dry and to maintain your footing in ice and snow. • Walk carefully on snowy, icy, sidewalks. After the storm, be extremely careful if you have to shovel snow. It is physically strenuous work, so take frequent breaks and stay hydrated. Seek medical attention immediately if: • You have symptoms of hypothermia, including confusion, dizziness, exhaustion and severe shivering. • You have symptoms of frostbite, including numbness, flushed gray, white, blue or yellow skin discoloration, numbness or waxy feeling skin.
Traveling safely
Avoid traveling by car in a storm, but if you must... • Carry an emergency preparedness kit in the trunk. • Keep your car’s gas tank full for emergency use and to keep the fuel line from freezing. • Let someone know your destination, your route, and when you expect to arrive. If your car gets stuck along the way, help can be sent along your predetermined route. For a complete list of Winter Storm Safety Tips visit www.cincinnatiredcross.org or contact Nikki Williams at 513-579-3910.
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PEDCO E & A Services Inc. in Sharonville has gone Casual For A Cause in 2009 as the organization has made Fridays its casual day. In order for individuals to dress casual each Friday during the year, the employee donates money to a general fund. The money raised over a one-month period is then donated to a charity that has been chosen by the employees. In some cases, such as during the holiday season, a few months of donations were donated to one organization. Since the beginning of 2009, the following organizations have benefitted from PEDCO Casual For A Cause collections: CANstruction, The One Way Farm, The American Cancer Society, St. Jude Hospital, Shriners Hospitals, Multiple Sclerosis Society, Cincinnati Children’s Walk for Kids, the Sharonville Christmas Fund and Toys for Tots. “Our entire organization has been very supportive of
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